Chapter 1, An Unexpected Encounter

A tall young man walked over to her, undoubtedly greeting her

"What time is your flight tomorrow?" the other party asked right off the bat

You have a free dormitory to stay in, while I have to pay for my own accommodation in Beijing

He Zhen curiously pointed in the direction where Xie had left and asked, "Does he know you?"

I have already made the introductions. Later, when you walk through the VIP passage, we can have a bit more time to talk. " He pointed to the right and said, "Follow me. " However, someone called out to them.

The two were chatting along the way when Dong Quan's phone rang. He glanced at it and hesitated before answering. Xin Yitian heard a woman's voice rudely asking, "Where is Xie? Is he deliberately not answering my calls?" Dong Quan replied in a seasoned and appropriate manner, "Miss Wang, Mr. Xie has been very busy lately"

Xin Yitian couldn't help but whistle in his heart. He was able to wear such a conventional outfit so handsomely and charmingly, exuding an extraordinary aura. He was so young

Xin Yitian still could not remember who he was, so she could only nod randomly and casually respond with a few vague remarks of "mm-hmm".

Wei Xianxiao said that there is still work to be done in the evening

She seemed to believe it a little, and suddenly asked: "Where are you?"

He is both wealthy and famous; it is likely that no one in the upper echelons is unaware of him. It is certainly not surprising that you know him

After a considerable amount of time, a deep voice finally came through the microphone—"Thank you."

"I will call you then," he said quickly, putting away the business card. He glanced up at Xin Yitian and then at He Zhen, who was walking towards her, before leaving

The young woman walked briskly, roughly removing her sunglasses, revealing her fair and beautiful oval face without reservation to the eyes of the crowd. The people in the hall were strongly attracted and could not help but turn their gaze towards her. She, however, seemed oblivious, striding forward with her eyes fixed ahead. He Zhen, upon seeing her, exclaimed, "Wang Yishi!" Fearing she might hear, he quickly lowered his head and covered his mouth.

Xin Yitian hurriedly said: "Not at all, Dong Ge, you are too modest! People like you are quite rare these days." She recalled a saying: "Those who are righteous often slaughter the dogs, while the heartless have always been the scholars."

Xin Yitian saw her new husband behind her making a funny face, and she smiled gently, playfully saying: "Let me first wish the two of you a long and happy marriage, and may you have children soon. The wedding is done, the certificate is obtained, so as the officiant, I should be able to enjoy the wedding banquet now, right"

Xie De appeared very surprised, "What are you doing here?"

People on the road are still discussing Wang Yishi, "Tsk tsk tsk, this woman is not simple, beautiful as a flower, yet ruthless and cunning. I don't know how many men have fallen at her feet, completely played by her. By the way, she used to be Xie De's girlfriend."

He said with a serious expression: "On the contrary." His tone was quite decisive

The other party did not show much reaction and after a while asked, "Do you have a business card?"

He said that his family was poor, and he had been working since childhood, traveling all over the country and doing all kinds of jobs. One year at the end of the year, the contractor did not pay the wages. I had not returned home for three years, and as the New Year approached day by day, I felt increasingly anxious. I mustered the courage to go and ask for my pay, but I ended up being beaten and thrown out. While crossing the street, I was almost hit by a car. The person who nearly hit me was Mr. Xie. Mr. Xie took me to the hospital and even gave me money for a train ticket to go home for the New Year, what a good person! After the New Year, I returned and brought some local specialties for Mr. Xie. He then let me stay by his side to drive for him and run errands.

She was becoming unrecognizable to herself. She gazed at the familiar yet unfamiliar figure in the floor-to-ceiling window: what about herself? What had she transformed into?

Dong Quan felt quite helpless, "Miss Wang, I am on my way to the airport."

Xinyi Tian's strong request to return to Shanglin from Beijing is indeed genuine

Xie De is known in the business world for his decisiveness and ruthlessness, yet he is not adept at managing private conversations. He would rather embrace silence than engage in meaningless chatter. When the silence between the two became uncomfortable, Xin Yitian cleared her throat and said, "Do you have something to say? If not, I will hang up." She recalled He Zhen's claim about him being violent; regardless of its truth, his dull personality was indeed a bit hard to bear. She preferred to befriend those with gentle, kind, and cheerful dispositions, as it made interactions easier and was better for her mental and physical well-being. Regardless of its truth, his dull personality was indeed a bit hard to bear. She preferred to befriend those with gentle, kind, and cheerful dispositions, as it made interactions easier and was better for her mental and physical well-being

Just returned to the hotel, Wei Xian called, saying that he would be going on a business trip out of town tomorrow and could not pick her up at the airport. She mentioned to him the matter of He Zhen and Lu Shaofeng registering their marriage and hosting a meal, and her tone inevitably carried a sense of regret for He Zhen, as it is a significant event in one's life, a bit too simple. A woman only has this opportunity once in her life, and no matter how extravagantly she flaunts it, it is not excessive.

Upon arriving at the airport, Dong Quan assisted her in exchanging her boarding pass, and they only left after all the procedures were completed. Just as she was preparing to board, she received a call from Xie De, asking her to wait a little longer, stating that he would arrive shortly

Indeed

How should the matter of hitting someone be handled

Listening to his words, Xin Yitian recalled her life abroad. She was similarly looked down upon, excluded, and even insulted; of course, that does not mean such experiences do not exist in her home country. "I always think that if I become unemployed in the future and can't get by, I will drive a taxi. However, my car is not as good as yours, so I still need to practice a bit more," she said with a smile

Wei walked over to interrupt them and said apologetically, "I have to go."

Oh? Is that so? Xin Yitian immediately turned her head to look at her, "Then why did they break up?" She recalled seeing Xie De earlier, tall and elegant, with striking features. In terms of both appearance and age, they were indeed a perfect match.

Xin Yitian couldn't help but glance at him, momentarily unsure of how to respond. Fortunately, there were constantly people greeting him along the way, causing their conversation to be intermittent, which prevented the atmosphere from becoming too awkward

In response to this provocation, Xin Yitian decided to bring his family along. As a result, Wei Xian arrived in the morning and was scheduled to leave in the afternoon. He Zhen and Lu Shaofeng urged him to stay, saying, "Stay for one night and leave tomorrow; otherwise, the cost of the plane ticket won't be worth it"

After enduring for so long to finally hold in one hand a graduation certificate and in the other a marriage certificate, surely someone should witness this historically significant day in my life? Besides, you are not even in France!" He Zhen said. What made her feel most proud was not obtaining her doctoral degree, but finally shedding the title of "the ruthless teacher." Her soon-to-be legal spouse is Lu Shaofeng, a junior who pursued her relentlessly, ultimately leading to their happy union. His actions were swift and powerful, akin to a thunderous force. Her soon-to-be legal spouse is Lu Shaofeng, a junior who pursued her relentlessly, ultimately leading to their happy union. His actions were swift and powerful, akin to a thunderous force.

Xin Yitian fell silent and asked, "What happens next?"

Who is this divine being that I should trouble you to send? I do not believe it at all

Xin Yitian had no choice but to ask him to drive a little slower and pay attention to safety

After Xin Yitian understood that he had already become the head of the Xie Group, he shrugged and said, "The issue is that I knew him when he had neither money nor fame."

One has just graduated, and the other is still studying, so they can only have a bare marriage. Gradually, things will get better. Wei Xian comforted her, knowing that her feelings for He Zhen were deep, which is why she felt this way

The other party hung up the phone with a snap.

Xie seemed rather reluctant to see her, his attitude was indifferent. After giving a noncommittal "hm," he stopped speaking altogether, completely unconcerned about whether she would feel awkward.

What then

"Oh dear, Miss Xin, you have returned from abroad after drinking foreign ink. If you cannot make it, then we will have to survive on the northwestern wind!" Dong Quan said in his unique tone

Xin Yitian did not expect that Xie De's character would be so unpleasant when he grew up, but in today's conversation, he did not seem like a reckless person. From his brief and clear words, it can be seen that he is mature and composed, with a reserved demeanor. ... In his youth, although he loved to play pranks, most of them were harmless, except for one time ...

Memories suddenly erupted like a volcano

He Zhen looked on, shaking his head repeatedly, and sighed, saying: "Alas, it is said that in this world, men and women who are separated for a long time must come together, and those who are together for a long time must part. " Lu Shaofeng laughed and scolded: "You have a mouth like a crow! On such a joyous day, why speak nonsense.

How else can it be handled? The Xie family is wealthy and influential, so naturally, they will downplay major issues and trivialize minor ones. What can the school do about it? No matter how tough Wang Yishi's temper is, in the end, she will still have to swallow her pride and accept her misfortune. Regarding this matter, He Zhen still speaks up for Wang Yishi, saying, "No matter what, it is truly disgraceful for a man to hit a woman. Using privilege makes it even more contemptible"

Wow! He Zhen expressed envy, "We still do not know where the shadow of the house is."

He lowered his voice and said, "The student from the university, but she dropped out. I heard she caught a wealthy husband, anyway, she is a person of great influence. What is she doing here? Getting a divorce?" As he spoke, he stretched his neck to look inside.

"You have your own matters to attend to, there is no need to rush over in a hurry; Brother Dong has taken care of everything for me." Xin Yitian was quite unaccustomed to such sudden warmth and enthusiasm, and quickly declined.

The flight tomorrow at noon

Xin Yitian intimately linked her arm with Wei Xian's, gazing at him with lingering affection as he got into the taxi, only turning around after the vehicle had driven far away

Lost in thought, the young saleswoman approached her with a professional smile and asked if she needed any assistance. She shook her head and quickly walked away

Thank you for not showing any expression as you watched the person walk away, and now you must turn and leave as well

Two people are conversing in the square in front of the Grand Library. People are coming and going around them, and the scent of flowers and grass is in the air. The afternoon weather is pleasant and sunny, with a large white cloud slowly drifting overhead beneath the light blue sky

Ah! It is you, Xie Hou's younger brother!" Xin Yitian exclaimed in surprise and joy, looking him up and down, unable to help but exclaim, "Wow, you have grown so much, changed so much, I almost didn't recognize you

A group of people took a taxi downstairs and headed straight to their destination. Xin Yitian sat in the lobby of the civil affairs bureau waiting, while He Zhen and Lu Shaofeng queued to complete their marriage registration procedures. Half an hour later, they successfully received their marriage certificate, which was bright red with a gold-embossed national emblem in the center. The two stood in the middle of the lobby, raising their marriage certificate high and, imitating couples from Korean dramas, placed their hands above their heads to form a heart shape for Xin Yitian to take a commemorative photo.

Still so rude. Being hung up on before she finished speaking made Xin Yitian somewhat unhappy, and she decided it would be better to maintain a certain distance from the children of wealthy families.

Xinyi Tian was quite surprised, "No way?"

"The airport is quite far, should I give you a ride?" He seemed to squeeze the words out from between his teeth.

But he only said one sentence: "This is as it should be"

"Senior year." Xie De's voice was deep and slow, and his answers were concise and clear

Xin Yitian looked at her and raised an eyebrow, saying: "Time flows like water, and half a lifetime is but a fleeting moment. He is merely a classmate's younger brother. You wouldn't be seeking his assistance for something, would you?"

"You are about to graduate, right? Have you found a job yet?" Xin Yitian, not waiting for his response, continued, "Oh dear, I almost forgot. You shouldn't be worried about finding a job, should you?" As she spoke, she smiled, revealing beautifully shaped dimples on both sides of her cheeks.

The two of them chatted for half a day before hanging up the phone. She took her clothes to go take a shower, and her phone rang again, displaying an unknown caller. She often received harassing calls and hesitated whether to answer or not. It was not until the ringtone rang for about ten times without the other party showing any intention of hanging up that she pressed the green call button.

"The dormitory. I need to go back to get the registration documents," He Zhen replied

"Dong Quan, are you also trying to fool me?"

I am too

I have arrived. Xin Yitian saw He Zhen looking around anxiously from a distance, stopped in his tracks, and smiled at him apologetically.

He Zhen looked unconvinced, saying, "Hah, rich people are not good folks, and Xie is certainly no saint! The two of them had a dispute, and given that they were drunk, it wouldn't be impossible for things to get physical. They even have an injury report; how could this be fake?"

"Who?" Faced with such an astonishing figure, Xin Yitian could not help but feel curious.

He stood in front of her, silently watching her, his eyes like headlights approaching in the dark night, and after about half a minute, he finally spoke—"You have returned to your country?"

"What a surprise!" he said to her with great seriousness

After a while, an angry scream from Wang Yishi came from the slightly ajar door of the divorce registration office, accompanied by the sound of objects crashing to the ground. This was followed by a man's furious reprimand and the voices of staff trying to mediate. Suddenly, a crisp slap echoed, a sharp "pa" like a clap of thunder—no one knew who had struck whom.

"Twelve fifty," she instinctively replied, "Um, excuse me, who are you?"

I am returning to Beijing today. I have been wanting to say a few words to you, and I just visited your company. Her tone was melancholic, and her eyes were fixed intently on Xie.

Two people walked towards the girls' dormitory, one in front and the other behind. After many years apart, their sudden encounter made them feel like strangers meeting for the first time, as they were unfamiliar with each other's circumstances. After a brief silence, Xin Yitian chose a topic and asked him in a casual tone: "Are you a student at the university? Which year are you in?"

Xie rudely loosened his tie and went to the supermarket to buy a pack of cigarettes. Before he had finished smoking one, his secretary called him, "General Manager Xie, is the commendation meeting still on at 1:30 PM?"

Xin Yitian took several photos in succession, signaling them to change their poses

She went to the Women and Children Protection Association to report Xie De, saying that he had hit her. This incident became widely known, with no one unaware of it. Due to Xie De's prominent status, it even made the newspapers

When Xin Yitian smiled, it was also a kind of fate. Thinking of this, she closed the distance between them significantly and joked, "This is just right, without any prior preparation, we both reveal our true selves. I hope I haven't disappointed you"

At this moment, the glass door of the hall was pushed open, and a stylishly dressed young lady entered, bringing with her a waft of fragrance. Her long, lustrous black hair cascaded down to her waist, and she wore a pair of large sunglasses that obscured much of her face. After entering, she stopped at the doorway, arms crossed, displaying an expression of impatience. Shortly thereafter, a middle-aged man rushed in, panting heavily, embodying the typical image of a successful businessman: overweight, balding, with a beer belly, and small eyes that sparkled with shrewdness and calculation at all times. He wore a scowling expression and slammed the door shut with a loud bang, completely disregarding the fact that it was a public space. The two headed towards the office of the "Divorce Registration Office".

Xin Yitian nodded. She then asked, "Beijingers? They must have a house and a car, right? What do they do for a living?" Xin Yitian jokingly scolded her for being nosy, saying, "If you want to play matchmaker, it's a pity you came too late"

I apologize," she hurriedly said, "I do not have your phone number. This number belongs to you, right? I will save it shortly.

When will you return

He Zhen quietly complained to Xin Yitian, "So busy, why did you ask someone to come? It was a wasted trip."

He Zhen immediately became excited, his eyes wide open as he eagerly asked: "So, are you very familiar with him?"

At his smile, Xin Yitian was momentarily taken aback and looked up to gaze at him. Her figure was clearly reflected in his pupils, and as if enchanted, she involuntarily smiled back.

Thank you! Wang Yishi stood there in a daze, holding a suitcase in her hand, watching them.

Dong Quan glanced at Xin Yitian and said, "I will take Mr. Xie's friend to the airport"

Xin Yitian shook her head vigorously to dispel the images that surfaced in her mind. Although the impact of that incident was negative, it did not cause any substantial harm. Many years have passed, and she has long since let it go

The response received was a series of urgent beeping sounds coming from the phone

He stopped in front of her, with only a step between them. He was panting, the corners of his mouth curling up to reveal a faint smile, "I finally made it."

He, filled with gossip, was abruptly silenced by her and said with disinterest: "Enough already, at least not for now. It's two o'clock, the civil affairs bureau is open, let's hurry, it's important to take care of business."

In the evening, the He Zhen couple hosted a dinner at "Furong Pavilion," which served as a celebration of their marriage, attended by their closest friends. Neither set of parents was present. He Zhen's mentor sat in the honored seat and received a toast from the couple. Although there was no grand and romantic wedding, the atmosphere was warm and touching.

He extinguished the cigarette butt in his hand and walked towards the parking lot

His attitude made it difficult for Xin Yitian to refuse any longer. Although it felt strange, she had no choice but to agree, "Alright, then let's get in touch again tomorrow." Just as she was about to hang up, the other party suddenly said softly, "I was quite surprised to see you today."

Miss Wang, you have misunderstood. Mr. Xie has a very important contract to sign this morning, and the entire company has been busy with this matter for nearly a month.

Xin Yitian thought that this was probably the romantic debt owed by Xie. Indeed, if one is not romantic in youth, what a waste it is

She was a bit surprised. Looking at him, she felt he looked familiar, but for a moment, she couldn't recall who he was. To mask her embarrassment, she quickly returned a bright smile to him and waved her hand a few times with enthusiasm

I have seen it, not bad, it is a potential stock. Did you meet during your study abroad?

The announcement in the airport hall has begun urging passengers to board. Xin Yitian stood up, anxiously looking at the entrance, uncertain if he would make it in time. With ten minutes left until the final boarding time, Xie De appeared in the airport hall, dressed in a dark suit. He wore a red and black striped tie and hurried over, holding keys and a mobile phone. The sound of his shoes striking the marble floor echoed with a "thud-thud-thud—", its strong rhythm akin to a heartbeat. He was dressed in a dark suit, wearing a red and black striped tie, and hurried over, holding keys and a mobile phone. The sound of his shoes striking the marble floor echoed with a "thud-thud-thud—", its strong rhythm akin to a heartbeat.

She hurriedly took a piece of paper from her bag and handed it to him. He picked it up and examined it seriously, then asked, "Are you working in Beijing?"

Wang Yishi grabbed him, and he frowned in displeasure. She stamped her foot and said angrily, "How can you be so heartless? Do you think I have nothing better to do than to beat drums and search for you everywhere?" She glanced at her watch and exclaimed, "Oh dear, it's too late, I have to catch my flight. I'll call you later. This time I really need your help."

What does "He knows you" mean? It sounds as if it is my honor. " Xin Yitian said with dissatisfaction.

The next day, a driver named Dong Quan came to pick her up. He was in his forties, with a simple and honest appearance, speaking fluent Sichuan Mandarin. He hurried in and out to help Xin Yitian with her luggage. Xin Yitian playfully teased him, "What’s going on?" He chuckled, displaying a face full of sincerity. Xin Yitian sat in the passenger seat chatting with him about everyday matters, asking about his family, where he lived, and how he came to work in Ling.

It was so laborious to say, and it was clear that it was just polite talk. She hurriedly replied that it was unnecessary, "Taking a taxi is very convenient, and I don't have much luggage." He thought for a moment and said in a commanding tone, "How about this, I will have the driver pick you up. There is a contract to be signed tomorrow morning, and I may not be able to make it in time."

It is also true that the most important thing is the mutual affection between the two individuals. A large diamond does not guarantee that they will not get divorced

Xin Yitian was not willing to take advantage of Xie De's status to use the VIP passage, and she quickly shook her head, saying: "No, I need to board the plane." She waved her hand to Xie De, "I am leaving, thank you for coming to see me off. You are always welcome to come to Beijing next time, and I will definitely treat you well." She turned around, leaving behind a carefree silhouette

Xin Yitian glanced at the boarding pass in her hand, and to her surprise, they were on the same flight

After dinner, the plans to go to the bar and KTV were canceled because many people had classes tomorrow, and after some commotion, everyone dispersed. She wandered alone on the street. Standing in front of the window of a women's clothing store, she recalled that this area used to be filled with low, dilapidated houses, with street-side shops selling rice noodles, fried foods, and barbecues. Now, it has all been replaced by towering buildings illuminated by neon lights. Standing in front of the window of a women's clothing store, she recalled that this area used to be filled with low, dilapidated houses, with street-side shops selling rice noodles, fried foods, and barbecues. Now, it has all been replaced by towering buildings illuminated by neon lights

Xin Yitian smiled and said, "Alright, I will take you to the school gate to catch a taxi. Will you wait for me here?" She turned back to ask He Zhen and Lu Shaofeng.

Looking at the person in front of him, who wore a confused yet polite smile, he had to remind her, "I am Xie De"

Bring him here to meet everyone

A male staff member outside immediately pushed open the door and rushed in, shouting, "Is there no law when fighting here?" The door was then closed, and the situation inside could no longer be heard

Wang Yishi noticed that they were heading in the wrong direction and asked, "Aren't you going this way?" She glanced at Xin Yitian beside her, her voice sounding cold and elusive

She paused for a moment, gazing directly into her eyes, and said word by word: "You have changed a lot too"