Chapter 4

Xu Ke was startled, nearly stepping into a puddle. Lin Yao actually thought that the underwear was a gift from Zhang Yang, probably because that box was placed in Zhang Yang's Hummer.

He writes beautifully and paints exquisitely. He composes his own lyrics, using elegant cursive script, and adorns the corners with expressive landscapes or flying birds and flowers.

Lin Yao happily asked, "So, does he have a girlfriend?"

Just as I was thinking, a Hummer stopped in front of me. The window rolled down halfway, and to my surprise, it was Shen Mu

In April, the heater was surprisingly turned on in the car

The topic that Lin Yao wants to discuss is one that both surprises Xu Ke and yet seems reasonable.

Xu Ke frowned and said, "He introduced it, but I didn't buy it. Let's talk about it when I actually buy a house."

Lin Yao gazed longingly, yet Shen Mu did not reply for a long time

Shen Muting stopped the car, turned around and smiled at Lin Yao before asking Xu Ke: "When do you plan to buy Zhang Yang's house?"

Xu Ke thought for a moment; although she was not married, she had a boyfriend. What about him?

When the car reached Huxi, the rain had already stopped

He wouldn't be interested in you, would he

Just like you

After speaking, Xu Ke felt a bit regretful. She had always been very tolerant and accommodating towards Lin Yao, but what was wrong with her today that she couldn't keep her composure? It was all because of Shen Mu; he had provoked her anger and disrupted her tranquility

There is no rush, as I currently do not have enough money on hand

A man like Shen Mu, even without such wealth, is still extremely pleasing to the eye; he possesses an elegant demeanor and an extraordinary presence. ... He is particularly appealing to women, and I was one of them back in the day ... . ... How foolish.

Xu Ke first entered the alley. Lin Yao kept saying goodbye and thank you to Shen Mu from behind, and after a while, she finally caught up.

Shen Mu looked at Xu Ke and said in a commanding tone: "Get in the car quickly"

Xu Ke comforted Lin Yao, "He is a very busy person, you should go to sleep first, and I will let you know when he replies."

Good

The fine rain falls on the cheeks, bringing a refreshing coolness, as if it can awaken a person. Xu Ke once again raised a shield in her heart. Time can obliterate hatred and fade the past, but it cannot change a person's essence; he is still the indifferent and heartless person he was six years ago.

If you prefer, I can give you my phone number, and you can ask yourself

Suddenly, the phone rang again

Lin Yao awkwardly walked out of the room

Lin Yao was overjoyed and eagerly stepped forward to open the car door, repeatedly expressing her gratitude

Little Ke, I, I miss you very much

The car was very silent, and Xu Ke's mind was in turmoil, like the strands of rain outside the window. How should this matter be explained

Sister-in-law, let's have a chat." Lin Yao suddenly pushed open the door and poked her head in with a smile.

I don't know. In fact, Xu Ke immediately thought of Rongrong. Even if Rongrong is not that kind of person, he would certainly not lack women around him.

Lin Yao's expression was somewhat strange, the excitement and joy from earlier had faded considerably, and she looked at Xu Ke with a desire to speak but hesitated.

Xu Ke was taken aback for a moment, "Why should I invite him to dinner?"

"Then how can I be so bold? Could you please ask for me?" Lin Yao was already a bit displeased, as if she suspected Xu Ke of obstructing her from fishing for a wealthy husband

It seems that he is not married. I vaguely heard President Huo mention that he is a diamond bachelor, so he should be unmarried

Ultimately, it was Lin Yao who broke the silence, but instead of speaking to Xu Ke, she smiled and asked Shen Mu: "Isn't Mr. Shen driving a Porsche?"

Lin Yao felt a bit embarrassed, her face flushed as she said, "Why don't you just ask?"

Xu Ke picked up her phone; it was a text message from Shen Mu

Lín Yáo also understandingly said: "Indeed, we cannot drive in there; the road is too narrow to turn around."

Lin Yao immediately said thank you and turned to get a towel

Unexpectedly, Lin Yao said softly: "I didn't mean it that way. If Zhang Yang really has feelings for you, that would be a good thing. You could get a better deal from him; that house is truly wonderful."

Lin Yao fell silent for a moment, then smiled and began to talk about something else with Shen Mu

Lin Yao said that the house is particularly good, and I would like to take some time next week to go back and have a look

I have no choice but to send another message

Returning to their residence, the sky had already turned to dusk. Xu Ke went to the kitchen to prepare dinner. Lin Yao was browsing the internet nearby, and as Xu Ke passed by her, she noticed that Lin Yao was chatting with someone on QQ.

Isn't it the house he introduced?

Lin Yao's tone made Xu Ke feel very uncomfortable; why did she have the right to pry into her private life

Lin Yao hesitated to speak, absentmindedly picking at her food, her gaze flickering, lost in thought.

Xu Ke suddenly had a thought, realizing that the Porsche only had two seats

It is uncertain whether it is due to the height of the Hummer, but he seemed to exude an additional air of uprightness and rugged pride.

Lin Yao's gaze immediately swept over, her expression very complex

"Why did Zhang Yang give you underwear?" Lin Yao, who had been walking silently behind, suddenly asked.

Xu Ke did not look at him, directly opened the car door and got out, throwing out a remark: "Let's wait until my boyfriend is free to come back and take a look before discussing it. Didn't you say that the highest bidder wins? There's no need to hold it for me"

At the entrance of the alley, Xu Ke said lightly: "Mr. Shen, this is where we part ways, thank you"

She felt very stifled, stopped in her tracks, and turned to look at Lin Yao, "This matter is not as you think; it is my private affair. If Lin Ge wants to know, I will explain it to him."

He replied quickly

Xu Ke set aside her phone, opened her computer, and wanted to take another look at the trend of 600xxx

After the rain, the puddles in the alley were uneven and muddy everywhere. The surrounding houses, washed by the rain, appeared even more dilapidated and old, in stark contrast to the environment of Green Island Villa. Xu Ke felt an increasing urgency to leave this place

I just exchanged cars with Zhang Yang

Xu Ke hesitated for a moment before getting into the car

She silently reminded herself that for the sake of her mental and physical health, this would be the last time she would have any involvement with him; from now on, if possible, they would not meet again

She opened the text message and was instantly infuriated.

Xu Ke felt an overwhelming sense of embarrassment as if she had been caught in the act, her heart racing uncontrollably. Initially, she had been completely at ease and felt no guilt about the matter, but now it had become somewhat unclear and difficult to articulate.

There are clean towels in the back seat of the car

After she said it out of spite, she felt that she was being impulsive. Was it a bit childish to hold a grudge against him? Forget it, it would be better to avoid seeing each other in the future.

You are not married, are you

Lin Yao sat on the edge of the bed, hesitated for a moment, and asked: "Shen Mu, has he gotten married?"

Having experienced the intense ups and downs like Shen Mu, with its tumultuous changes, Xu Ke felt that Lin Ge was like a pot of wine among the flowers, elegant and gentle, subtly intoxicating.

Lin Ge over there fell silent for a moment and said, "Let's pool our resources and make a down payment first"

Xu Ke also turned around, and where her gaze fell, her heart suddenly skipped a beat, pounding loudly.

Even through the phone, Xu Ke's face turned red. This was because Lin Ge was a very introverted person; he never said "I love you." At the beginning, when he pursued Xu Ke, he did not write love letters, sing love songs, or even invite her to dinner; instead, he wrote lyrics.

Xu Ke knew what she wanted to ask, but she felt embarrassed to speak up with Shen Mu sitting right in front of her

Even if I really bought Green Island, I would not invite him to dinner

During dinner, Lin Yao suddenly asked: "Why don't you invite Shen Mu to dinner?"

She had no choice but to reluctantly pick up the phone and, with a steely resolve, sent a text message to Shen Mu regarding the *illustration* book

Lin Yao waited with her eyes wide open for her to make the call, leaving Xu Ke in a very passive position. If she did not ask, it would seem that her relationship with Shen Mu was quite unnatural, as if there were some unspeakable past between them

Xu Ke was quite patient, but she felt that ever since she moved in with Lin Yao, she had become her maid. She cooked for her and cleaned the house. Lin Yao, taking advantage of being three years younger and being her sister-in-law, seemed to enjoy everything as if it were her due. For the sake of Lin Ge, Xu Ke tolerated her, but she truly did not like her. This was also the reason why she was eager to buy a house; she really did not want to continue living with Lin Yao.

Xu Ke made a sound of acknowledgment

On the table before me lies a photograph of two individuals. Lin Ge has a refined and elegant appearance, unlike Shen Mu, who, despite his dazzling presence, exudes an air of sharpness. When Xu Ke is with Lin Ge, there is a sense of stability and tranquility.

You have nothing to do right now, so feel free to ask.

After dinner, a while later, Lin Ge called and inquired about the house. Xu Ke knew that Lin Yao must have mentioned the house viewing to Lin Ge on Q just now. She wondered if Lin Yao had mentioned the matter regarding the underwear.

Xu Ke felt helpless, but it was not appropriate to refuse her face to face, so he could only say: "I will ask when I have the opportunity"

Do you have a girlfriend

As soon as Xu Ke heard the word "sister-in-law," she sensed something was amiss; Lin Yao always liked to call her sister-in-law when she needed something from her

Xu Ke was speechless

On the empty seat in the back of the car, there was a conspicuous delivery box, which was precisely the lingerie box she had returned today