Chapter 7

Qin Liang nodded slightly, just as he was about to speak, he heard a commotion behind him. The two turned around and were both taken aback.

Qin Liang was taken aback, "He has arrived?"

Qin Liang looked up at him and asked, "Do you know where I live?"

At that time, Zhong Qiao was astonished not only by how loud her voice could be but also lamented daily: "Qin Liang, take a look at Ren Muxia, and then look at yourself. You should advise yourself to sever ties with Muxia as soon as possible, otherwise, you will never be able to get married in this lifetime."

Ji Changfeng gently said to her, holding her taut waist: "Relax"

As soon as Qin Liang entered the room, she saw a tall figure leaning against the sofa reading a newspaper. Upon noticing her arrival, he merely glanced at her and said, "Go change your clothes"

Ji Changfeng's footsteps paused slightly as he looked at her with great interest, "What are you going to do? Punish you for your infidelity?"

A Liang

You—" Qin Liang glared with both eyes and said angrily: "That is not—"

Thank you

Even if there were such a thing as a regret remedy in the world, she would not choose to try it

Qin Liang, feeling helpless, simply got into the car

Xiao He was momentarily stunned, looking at her with a mixture of surprise as her face turned pale and flushed. In a cold voice, he said: "Get out of the car"

The boy had delicate features, and with his head lowered, he appeared somewhat shy, unlike the typical programmers whose faces often evoke a sense of dullness. Qin Liang waved his hand and said: "No need, you can go first."

If she had been able to retreat in the face of difficulty at that time, perhaps the present would be a different scene. However, how can there be so many "ifs" and so many "if only I had known"

This sentence is very familiar, familiar to the point of being jarring

Qin Liang did not want to tell him and simply said, "I just moved and don't remember the address." After saying this, he walked out on his own

Xiao He said with a silly smile on his face: "Qin Liang, I like you. I liked you the first time I saw you. Although Zhou Kai said you are very cold and hard to pursue, how can we know if something is suitable if we don't try it out?"

At that time, the two had agreed not to interfere with each other's social activities, nor had they stated that she had an obligation to accompany Ji Changfeng to various gatherings. Qin Liang, who had originally been smiling, slightly drooped the corners of his mouth and asked: "Do I have to attend?"

There is a type of candy that Qin Liang experiences; the first bite is sweet, but as the outer layer gradually dissolves, it turns sour. It is akin to love, initially presenting the fragrant sweetness of candy, delightful and sugary. As one delves deeper, a tart and astringent flavor invades the palate. Once it has completely melted in the mouth, it leaves an enduring aftertaste, making it irresistible.

Xiao He drove out of the underground parking garage and, seeing Qin Liang's leisurely demeanor, became even more convinced of his thoughts. On this fine Friday, there was no rush to go home or to a date; this girl surely had no boyfriend.

Throughout the journey, Qin Liang merely stared blankly out of the window, while Xiao He would occasionally steal glances at her. It was not until the car stopped beneath Ji Changfeng's apartment building that Qin Liang finally spoke: "Xiao He, I am married." She had originally not intended to mention this marriage, which was more nominal than real, as it would not last long at all.

gathering

The boy shyly scratched the back of his head and murmured, "I see you waiting for the bus on Lushan Road every morning, so I speculated a bit. However, I haven't seen you for quite a while recently. Have you changed your route?"

Qin Liang was packing up to leave work when suddenly, thunder roared outside, and the patter of rain tapped against the window, producing a crisp sound. Qin Liang looked at the large raindrops outside and couldn't help but bite her lower lip. A cool male voice came from beside her: "Shall I give you a ride?"

"Please sit for a moment. If you're hungry, there is food over there; feel free to help yourself, okay? I will be back shortly," Ji Changfeng said softly, leaning down to whisper in her ear. The tenderness in his gaze made her blush instantly, and the warm, uniquely masculine scent enveloped her neck. Qin Liang nodded, appearing like a loving couple enjoying their home together.

Qin Liang sat in front of the mirror preparing to apply makeup, but was suddenly pulled into the embrace of Ji Changfeng, who said softly: "This is enough."

Qin Liang turned around in surprise; it was Xiao He from the technical department

Zhong Qiao was momentarily taken aback, glancing at his lips without speaking further

"What is it? Is it not an affair?" Ji Changfeng's deep gaze pierced directly into her eyes, like the sparks of stars dancing before her in the night. Qin Liang's heart was thrown into disarray, and she hurriedly turned her head away, murmuring, "In any case, it is not as you think."

Ji Changfeng remained silent and did not pursue the matter further. Qin Liang was unsure how to explain herself without feeling awkward, so she chose not to speak. The two stood in the center of the hall, staring at each other, as a peculiar atmosphere gradually flowed between them. After a long while, she finally heard Ji Changfeng softly respond with an "mm".

Qin Liang only learned upon arriving at the scene that it was merely a simple gathering. However, she was quite surprised to find that her elder brother Ji Changfeng and Ji Yilin were also present, along with Mu Xia, who was dressed in a red dress

Mucha turned his face away awkwardly, his eyes filled with deep sorrow, and said softly: "He—"

Ji Changfeng's tall and upright figure gradually receded, and Qin Liang finally let out a slow sigh of relief

Ji Changfeng placed his hands in his pockets, slightly turning his body to unobtrusively shield Qin Liang behind him. Ji Yilin's gaze briefly passed over her, and with a slight nod, he fell silent. Qin Liang felt quite uncomfortable with the inexplicable sense of pressure his elder brother exuded, furrowing her brows and retreating further behind Ji Changfeng. Ji Changfeng curled his lips into a faint smile, loosely encircling her.

The ten-centimeter high heels clacked loudly as she swayed her waist dramatically, disappearing at the fastest speed at the office door

Get in the car, I will take you home

The boy stood there in some confusion and asked suspiciously, "Where are we moving to?"

Xiao He, blushing, looked at her and explained in a low voice, "My home is very close to yours, it's on the way."

Uncle Kun nodded seriously, and seeing his solemn expression, Qin Liang subtly sensed that Uncle Kun's politeness towards her was somewhat deliberate, lacking in naturalness

Qin Liang actually does not understand what Ji Changfeng is thinking. Clearly, that day he looked at her with a face full of disgust, yet in the blink of an eye, he wants her to accompany him to a gathering. Are all men's thoughts as complicated as his?

Qin Liang casually took a small dress from the wardrobe and put it on. The simple white dress with ruffles slightly puffed out, tightly supporting her rounded fullness, revealing her delicate and exquisite collarbone, while also exposing her two slender and fair legs. Ji Changfeng glanced up and was momentarily taken aback, not hiding the astonishment that flashed in his eyes, and nodded in approval, saying: "It suits you very well"

Qin Liang turned his head and glared at him fiercely, "Are you sure you are not messing with me? With a face like Fan Bingbing's, I can't relax at all appearing bare-faced among these women."

She cast a faint glance at Xiao He and remarked, "Some people, you can tell at a glance that they are not suitable." After saying this, she quickly walked into the elevator

Qin Liang helplessly curled the corners of his mouth

Xiao He persistently followed her, and Qin Liang irritably turned around to glance at him. The boy wore a simple smile, a rarity in this restless and extravagant city, yet she still replied with annoyance, "What are you following me for?"

The two continued to chat for a while. "By the way, how is Brother Zhongqiao doing now?" Mu Xia, who has always been very polite since childhood, always addressed him as Brother Zhongqiao, unlike Qin Liang, who called out his name directly, shouting, "Zhongqiao! Zhongqiao!"

Xiao He hurriedly chased after him

Qin Liang had listened for a long time next door, mimicking his mother's subtle and slightly raised demeanor, her animated gestures making Mu Xia unable to hold back a smile. After a while, Mu Xia finally spoke with a hint of melancholy: "Please help me arrange a time to meet him, as I want to clarify some things in person."

A deep male voice suddenly sounded behind me: "Changfeng."

Qin Liang felt truly wicked. She had clearly experienced this feeling before and knew how painful it was to be rejected by someone she liked, yet she still acted this way. It is better to endure a short pain than a long one; some matters should be resolved decisively rather than leaving room for speculation and an uncertain future.

Not married, no children, not even a girlfriend; currently running a pharmaceutical company, worth at least several million. There are plenty of women who are interested, yet he remains indifferent. His heart seems completely set on the idea of never wanting a partner in this lifetime.

Xinqi will soon start working, and as soon as the weekend arrives, she becomes so busy that she is hardly seen. Qin Liang, on the other hand, feels relieved, as at least this way, his ears are much quieter.

New Rui seems to be the largest fashion magazine company in the country, and Qin Liang still has some doubts about how Xin Qi managed to get close to the boss of New Rui. Every Friday after work, Xin Qi becomes particularly excited, rushing out of the office with her bag, leaving behind only a remark: "Baby, see you next week"

Some things cannot be determined as suitable or unsuitable without trying them out

Qin Liang turned her head abruptly, and Mu Xia looked at her with a smile, asking, "By yourself?"

Although Qin Liang is not very sensitive to these matters, he can always perceive some subtle differences in Xiao He, and he淡淡地 said: "I have already moved."

Qin Liang nodded with a smile, "Yes, he was just called away by your boss."

The headlights flickered slightly, and not far away, Uncle Kun approached her with a few people, slightly bending down and saying: "The gentleman has been waiting for you upstairs for a long time"

She looked at the determination and persistence on Xiao He's face, as if seeing herself from many years ago. At that time, that person answered her: "Some people, you just know they are not suitable without even trying."

The heavy rain outside shows no sign of stopping anytime soon, and a group of colleagues is gathered at the entrance. Qin Liang, however, is not in a hurry; she leans against a pillar, browsing her phone. After all, when she goes back, she will be alone, quite free.

Qin Liang thought that he had a cleanliness obsession and must change into home clothes after coming back from outside, so she went in and changed into a loose-fitting pajamas. After she came out, Ji Changfeng stared at her for a long time before slowly speaking: "There is a gathering tonight, do you plan to attend like this?"

Mucha's face turned pale, and Qin Liang secretly applied some makeup to her eyes, continuing, "But it has made Auntie extremely anxious. Several times she almost knelt down to him, saying, 'Qiao Qiao, even if you like men, you need to give your mother some assurance. Your mother is already half a foot in the grave, why do you have to make her go through all this trouble?'"

Ji Changfeng merely responded to her with a faint "Mm." and did not speak further

There are some things that only one knows, even if they are painful, even if they are tormenting, as long as they are given by that person, she is willing to accept them with pleasure

Mucha cast her a perplexed glance and sighed, "The belt grows wider, yet I have no regrets, for I have wasted away for her sake"

At that time, Qin Liang merely scoffed and said, "Fine, I will call her later and tell her not to expect me to help you pursue her."