03

We are from the same school, and I can't be bothered to greet her on the way. However, speaking of fear, I am genuinely afraid that she might fall madly in love with you and throw sulfuric acid at me, given how charming you are

Thank you for your support. In any case, you should finish eating and move on to the next one. I really do not like Han Jiayi

Li Yue. My younger brother is different from me; he is an outstanding student, a bright young man, and our family is counting on him to inherit the family business

What is it, does my young lady Cheng still have anyone to fear

The door to the private room was pushed open once again, and a boy I had never seen before walked in. He was dressed in a simple white shirt and jeans, carrying a sporty bag slung over his shoulder. He was quite good-looking, with a clean and bright expression that was entirely at odds with the noisy and chaotic atmosphere of the room.

"Get lost, I have a second-dimensional forbidden syndrome and I'm not interested in men in reality. Besides, who are you? Don't act like my boyfriend; I can't afford to offend all those countless women you have." I shot him a glare, then recalled what Xiao Wei said about Han Jiayi seeming to like him. "Hey, I heard you've been getting close to Han Jiayi recently?"

Vodka. Just think of the vastness of Siberia, how desolate it is

"Do as you please, I'll just have a drink." I pushed away his hand that was around my shoulder and said to the bartender who came in with a beer in hand, "Get me a shot of vodka, with orange juice."

What kind of man? I do not understand what you are saying

And Zhou Wei made me feel for the first time what it is like to be cherished in someone's palm

He did not use any warm words, directly exchanging my softness. Well, since we are not discussing feelings, let us talk about numbers; I can cooperate with anything.

The words "Xiao Wei" lit up on the outer screen of the mobile phone that I had thrown on the coffee table

Forget it, you have been broken for a long time

Are you feeling jealous

Perhaps no one is sad for me, and maybe not even I am.

Because I do not love you

My world has long since ceased to exist. But so what? What does it matter?

I forgot to bring my keys" He extended his hand towards Li Zhuo, but his gaze did not settle on Li Zhuo; instead, he looked at me with considerable interest

Gilbert once wrote, "It is love that makes the world go round." If this is true, my world has no speed at all. Sometimes I wake up suddenly in the middle of the night, and in the darkness lurks a monster called loneliness, biting me with its sharp teeth. I think of the people around me and wonder, if one day I were to die in such loneliness, who would weep for me

He walked straight towards us, standing in front of Li Zhuo, his long shadow obscuring the already dim light

Why? I have also asked myself countless times

Zhou Wei's phone still goes directly to voicemail, this person, why can't they learn to behave properly

I believe Zhou Wei must be going crazy inside, but in his home, which is overflowing with marital harmony and a peaceful, joyful atmosphere, he can probably only suppress it to the point of internal injury

I have seen people get high and then vomit in a disgusting manner before. Nowadays, everyone has a stealthy tool for taking pictures. I certainly do not want any unflattering images of myself posted online. What, are you trying to force me?" I took a sip of my drink and provocatively stared at him.

The bartender brought over the vodka, and I focused on adding orange juice to it, ignoring Han Jiayi's positioning, disregarding Li Zhuo, and paying no attention to the surrounding noise and debauchery. No matter what, it had nothing to do with me. Just like this world, no matter how rotten or chaotic it is, it has nothing to do with me

Although those were merely from the past

However, when speaking with Li Zhuo, I mentioned that these parts are unnecessary. I laughed and said, "He can be summoned at any time."

But in the past, it was always very happy

"Are you really willing to?" I said with a smile as I pushed him gently.

Li Zhuo widened his eyes: "Is that it? I can do that too"

Cheng Tianai, stop messing around, didn't I give you the money?

Oh, please do not spoil me like this, or I will become too pampered

It is not that I do not love money, but it also depends on who is giving it. If it is not from my boyfriend, it becomes uninteresting

Pushing open that door, the sweet scent of perfume, the intoxicating smell of alcohol, and the heavy odor of smoke all rushed towards me. The not-so-large private room was filled with about ten to twenty people. Glancing around, I realized that apart from Li Zhuo, I did not recognize anyone. Li Zhuo was sitting on the sofa, waving at me with a half-smile, saying, "Come, brother invites you."

Isn't it just fate? I accept it

Although I do not particularly like the way Li Zhuo and his group conduct themselves on a daily basis, there are indeed too many pretentious people around me. Therefore, his straightforward manner of speaking frankly makes me feel very at ease

"You should drink Baileys, it has more femininity." Li Zhuo picked up a beer and tilted his head back to drink half of it

I watched Li Zhuo walk over to the nearby sofa, where he immediately embraced and kissed a girl, laughing coldly as I finished the drink in my glass. I stood up and walked out of the private room

"Dear younger brother? You look nothing like him; your brother is much more handsome. Li Zhuo, you must have been adopted." I raised my wine glass in my hand and playfully lifted it towards Li Zhuo's younger brother, saying, "Come, let me treat you to a drink."

I am the one who was attended to by Zhou Wei

It is no longer possible. No one can do it anymore. Zhou Wei is the first, indeed the only one. Although he has long since given up this unique position

Truly polite. Truly pure. Truly reminiscent of someone like Lin Yizhe, an existence that is excessively perfect

Indeed, it seems that Li Zhuo's father is truly a successful businessman, knowing how to take a long-term perspective. Nowadays, isn't it said that sustainable development is essential? Given Li Zhuo's extravagant and wasteful behavior, let alone sustainable development, his father's family fortune would not withstand his squandering for even a few years

"Not answering?" Li Zhuo glanced at his phone, then looked at me, "It wouldn't be that man outside, would it? That's why you dare not answer in front of me?"

I made plans to go shopping with a friend

Everyone is just out to have fun, and even though Li Zhuo is relatively more trustworthy, it does not mean that I have to be completely honest with him

You are willing and I am willing, what can I say? However, when she is present, do not call me, I do not wish to see her

As the effects of the alcohol set in, I leaned on Li Zhuo's shoulder and said, "I didn't realize you were so protective of your younger brother. What is his name?"

I will always remember how he walked around that desk, knelt beside me, and gently applied the medicine.

Forget it, I have seen many girls who are so deeply in love with you that they end up in despair when things go wrong. I understand the rules of the game better than anyone else. I patted Li Zhuo's face

Cheng Tianai, you must believe that you will always be the most special one to me

The first time I met Zhou Wei, both my father and mother were not at home, and I was hungry. I used the microwave to heat some milk, but of course, I did not know that the boxed milk needed to have its opening cut before being placed in the microwave. As a result, I ended up with a beautiful injury, a patch of blisters on my arm.

Oh, Miss Cheng, are you really feeling jealous for my sake? Why do you look so suspicious?

Cheng Tian, didn't you say that your father works for the drug regulatory agency? Is it not enough money for you to have a good time?

Li Zhuo's younger brother smiled faintly, nodded at me, said goodbye, and walked out of the private room

I bypassed the table in front of the bronze plaque and walked deeper into the bar. Li Zhuo had a certain rapport with the boss of the Eagle, which effectively secured a private room here.

Ignoring his laughter, I picked up a beer and pointed at a couple sitting on the sofa opposite us, who were passionately kissing: "Do you think there will be a live broadcast later? I am really looking forward to it"

"No problem." He placed his right hand flat against his brow, then waved it outward in a clean and decisive gesture that indicated "guarantee to complete the task," which was indeed very impressive

Cheng Tian, why do you have to make things so clear today?

It is not entirely accurate to say that I am afraid. I simply do not want Xiao Wei to know that I have a hidden side that she is unaware of. I fear that Xiao Wei will discover that the seemingly successful, simple life, privileged family, and loving parents that she believes to be the case for Cheng Tianai is merely a fabrication, just a lie. I value her greatly and also envy her ability to be open and straightforward, without the need for concealment. In a certain sense, she represents an idealized version of myself that I project.

"I said from the very beginning, as long as you want it, and as long as I have it. I can be honest with you." He wrapped his arm around my shoulder, the strong smell of alcohol enveloping my breath. "What about you? Are you still with that man?"

"Forget it, every time during the live broadcast you said you had to leave early, a pure high school student is just a pure high school student." Li Zhuo had a look of "I see through you" arrogance on his face, he pointed at the aluminum foil on the coffee table, "Really don't want it? Afraid of getting addicted?"

In the words of Li Zhuo, "I am not the kind of pretentious ABC who would want to kick someone to death; there is no need to flaunt a so-called British accent while eating instant noodles and throwing in a slice of cheese to show off my taste"

"It's not that serious." Li Zhuohuang swung his legs, fully displaying a little punk demeanor, "She offered herself to me, you can't expect me to refuse, can you?"

Not even a minute later, my phone rang. Zhou Wei's voice carried a sense of fatigue: "Cheng Tianai, what is it this time?"

"Who?" I pointed at the boy and asked Li Zhuo

I really do not want to

He is 27, while I am still a minor

Just wait and see

I hung up the phone and opened the text message to input: "If you don't answer your mobile phone, I will directly call your home phone."

The first time holding hands, the first kiss, the first time hearing him say "I love you", the first time someone lit birthday candles for me, accompanying me to the amusement park to have fun.

Well, my voice is very soft and gentle, do you still remember last Christmas? Shall we go again...

I have said that when you are with me, you can do whatever you want, freely and at your own pace, and I will never force you. He raised an eyebrow and looked at me mischievously, "Do you doubt my credibility?"

At that moment, he was half-kneeling and looking up at me against the light, he was the deity who saved me

A credit card was handed over, still golden in color. I turned my head to look at Li Zhuo, whose expression did not convey any sense of charity: "Take it, everyone on the street knows you are mine, don't let your man lose face"

"Hey, don't have any ideas about my brother." Li Zhuo pinched my face and then handed the keys to his brother, "Get home early"

"Cheng Tian, I really like you." He put the card into the pocket of his jeans and stood up, "Do you really think I treat you as a treasure?"

Are you being so clear-cut with me?

I said coldly: "There's still a shortage of 400. Zhou Wei, understand this, I am your girlfriend, not a beggar. You go and get me a credit card."

I walked over and sat down, only then did I see the fine white powder spread out on the aluminum foil in front of him

Although the name "Eagle" is quite ordinary, it is said that its interior design consciously emulates the Eagle Pub at Cambridge. For instance, the brass plaque mounted on the wall also states the announcement of the discovery of the double helix structure of DNA, but interestingly, it is written in Chinese. When standing in front of this brass plaque and looking up at the ceiling, one can also see military unit numbers burned into the surface, resembling those made with a lighter or candle.

"I will be jealous of her?" I clearly warned Li Zhuo with a look that said he was joking, "Your recent performance has declined too much, hasn't it? Her? I find this to be an insult to me."

My younger brother

As an adult, one must certainly take responsibility for their actions. Matters that can be resolved with money are not significant issues; if one can purchase peace of mind with a few coins, they are indeed fortunate.

Miss Cheng is indeed a pure high school student, and she even speaks of artistic conception

He did not scold me for my ignorance like others did; instead, he looked at me with eyes full of compassion. He left his phone number with me and said, if you ever need anything, just call me anytime, I want you to take care of yourself

Isn't it better to be clear? It's a mutual agreement without dragging or owing anything. You don't have to support me, and I don't intend to be loyal to you. I shot him a glance and continued drinking.

What are you doing tomorrow? Li Zhuo asked

How can a father and a boyfriend be the same? The amount of money a man is willing to spend on a woman indicates how much he loves her, isn't that what you told me before? Moreover... I leaned against the wall, and the decorative glass on the opposite wall reflected my face; my makeup was slightly smudged, which instead gave me a more alluring look. "This is alimony, do you understand, ex-husband"

The Old Eagle is a bar of moderate size. Although the logo features an eagle, Li Zhuo and his companions always refer to it directly in Chinese as "Old Eagle".

Cheng Tianai has always been the most carefree; why is it that you do not care about me, yet are so infatuated with that man

There is no intention to connect. I do not want to give Xiao Wei any opportunity to know about the "nightlife" that she dislikes but I am passionate about. Playing dead is the thousand and first most necessary path on the broad road of life