Chapter 1, the new neighbor is exceptional

That day went very smoothly; Cong Rong was not late and even arrived a few minutes early. However, the opposing lawyer was late, so she spent the entire time smiling as she watched the judge relentlessly criticize the opposing lawyer, using a variety of insults without repeating any.

Cong Rong walked over and kicked his leg that was blocking the way. After sitting down, she scrutinized him for a while and said, "I ask you, why are you here again? Have you been expelled from school?"

Uh... Zhong Zhen noticed that Cong Rong's professional habit had kicked in, feeling somewhat speechless, "Isn't that so... I was just saying that my cousin might like women"

Cong Rong curled her lips slightly, and her voice was also pleasant to hear

I do not know why there are particularly many people in the supermarket today. While Congrong was waiting in line to check out, her mind was still going over the documents from earlier, until the cashier looked at the display and reminded her: "39.1 yuan"

While waiting for the takeout, Zhong Zheng was online in the study, and Cong Rong was working overtime with her notebook.

A few minutes later, Zhong Zhen peeked over again, pointing at a shortcut icon on the computer screen and asking, "Cousin, are you still playing this game?"

Cong Rong nodded in gratitude, and after stepping outside, he turned back to take a glance, only to see the pair of hands being withdrawn. Those hands were long and strong, with distinct knuckles, exhibiting a rare delicacy for a man, suggesting that the owner was likely a craftsman

Cong Rong waved him away with a single hand, saying, "If you dare to speak nonsense again, within the bounds of the law, I can make you experience a hundred different ways to die"

The patrons of this supermarket are primarily residents of this community. Having lived in this community for such a long time, how has she never encountered such an exceptional man before

Cong Rong did not even lift his head, "No."

Zhong Zhen was quite straightforward this time and asked: "Cousin, is the reason you haven't been looking for a boyfriend because of him?"

Cong Rong immediately retorted: "No!"

After that day, Cong Rong did not encounter that man again for several consecutive days. Every time she went out or returned home and saw the tightly closed door across from her, she would wonder if everything about that man was merely a dream.

Zhong Zhen pouted and murmured softly, "I never said who he is..."

It is unacceptable to be even one second late! Moreover, did you not see the materials he submitted? They are all printed crooked! Does he not know that I am a severe obsessive-compulsive disorder patient? It makes me uncomfortable just to look at it!

In the next moment, Zheng was kicked out of the house by Congrong, startling the delivery man, who then sympathetically handed the takeout to Zheng, saying, "Young man, you still have a long way to go..."

Cong Rongsong let out a sigh of relief and leaned back into the sofa, "That's fine, the main subject is unclear, and there is no specific time. Everyone has a different understanding of 'liking', so this statement is invalid. My mother teaches law, she should understand that"

A few more mornings passed, and Cong Rong woke up late. She was scheduled to appear in court today, and that judge despised tardiness.

Recently, Zhong Zhen has been frequently visiting her

Zhong Zhen was speechless, "Cousin, don't be so negative, my boss is really quite good! He even has a dog..."

She nodded slightly in acknowledgment, "Thank you"

Zhong Zhen cautiously asked, "Cousin, why haven't you found a boyfriend yet?"

I don't want to ... ... '' Zhong Zhen suddenly remembered something, wagging her tail as she rushed over, `` Cousin, cousin! Let me introduce you to my boss, okay? I think you two would make a great match! ''

As the elevator moved intermittently, opening and closing, people came in and out from time to time. Cong Rong stared at the constantly extinguishing numbers, wondering which floor that man lived on, and then felt bored with herself.

By the time she regained her senses, only she and that man were left in the elevator, and the only illuminated number was the floor where her home was located. ... This community has a standard configuration, with two households on each floor. Could it be that ...

The uncle waved his hand and said, "Young man, there is no need to lose face. Being kicked out by your wife is nothing to be ashamed of. I have been through this myself, and I have used this excuse before."

Cong Rong rested her chin on her hand and pondered seriously for a moment before speaking solemnly: "Well, they are quite a match. He could discreetly dismember me, or I could subtly ensure he leaves with nothing. Which outcome would you prefer to see?"

Cong Rong threw the cushion at hand and said, "Zhong Zhen, do you want to die?"

A few days later in the afternoon, Cong Rong came out of the community supermarket, carrying two large bags. Standing at the entrance, she was preparing to lift the heavy curtain with one hand. Unexpectedly, the next moment, the curtain was lifted from the outside by someone. Behind the curtain stood a man, looking very clean, with a pair of long, dark, and beautiful eyes that had a unique charm. He was holding a phone in one hand, talking on it, while with the other hand, he lifted the curtain. Seeing Cong Rong staring at him in a daze, he gestured for her to go ahead and moved the curtain aside, softly saying something into the phone.

The people in the elevator seemed to have heard the noise, and suddenly a hand reached out to block the slowly closing elevator doors. Cong Rong stepped into the elevator and finally breathed a sigh of relief, but before she could express her gratitude, she was taken aback. In addition to a man, there was also a large white fluffball squatting in the elevator.

Cong Rong emerged from the supermarket carrying several boxes of yogurt and indeed saw the Samoyed squatting at the entrance. It obediently sat there, seemingly waiting for its owner. With its snow-white fur and a naturally smiling mouth, it was being watched by two small children.

Cong Rong has always been afraid of dogs. She initially intended to take the next elevator, but was concerned about the awkwardness of being in the same space as a person and a dog. Although she was unsure whether the Samoyed, which was panting and staring at her, would feel awkward, time was running out. She had no choice but to brace herself, stand her ground, press tightly against the elevator wall, and watch the large white pet with a wary expression.

Not at all! "My boss recently went out of town for a meeting, and I am slacking off."

Wen Shaoqing glanced at her, bent down to smooth the fur on the Samoyed's neck, and quickly patted its head, "You go down the stairs, I will wait for you below"

Cong Rong lowered her head to glance at the hand, which looked quite familiar. She then turned to look at the owner of the hand, and indeed, the person also seemed familiar.

Cong Rong had worked a full day and felt physically and mentally exhausted. She stared blankly at the television screen, and after a while, she realized that Zhong Zheng had been watching her intently. "What are you doing?"

As soon as she opened the door after work, she saw Zhong Zheng sprawled on the sofa, eating snacks and watching television

Cong Rong turned around with a smile and walked forward, it is still better to be a child, happiness is such a simple thing

Cong Rong furrowed her brows and said, "What have you done this time?"

The child, wrapped up like two zongzi, had a face full of curiosity. Cautiously, he reached out to touch the Samoyed's fur, and upon making contact, he excitedly squealed, his laughter echoing far and wide

Cong Rong rubbed his forehead, "I originally wanted to have lunch with you, but considering your symptoms are getting worse, I estimate that my words and actions will only make you uncomfortable, so let's just eat separately!"

Zhong Zhen smiled sheepishly and said, "It's nothing much, it's just that my aunt kept asking and asking, and I accidentally told them that you like women"

Suddenly, a hand from behind her extended a 0.1 yuan coin and placed it on the counter

Zhong Zhen was left speechless, "... ..."

Cong Rong then turned to look at the owner of the large furry creature. Just as he was about to praise him for his excellent training skills, he was once again taken aback. Wasn't this the artisan he had encountered at the entrance of the supermarket last time? What a coincidence, he also lives in this building

She really has stopped playing, keeping it only as a memento

In a flurry of activity, she completed her preparations and stepped out the door, only to see the elevator slowly closing. She hurriedly rushed over.

A few days later, in the evening, Cong Rong encountered that man for the third time while waiting for the elevator downstairs after work.

Zhong Zhen had not spoken for half a day, yet he appeared to be hesitating to say something. This made her frown, "As a grown man, just say what you want to say, why are you dragging it out?"

Cong Rong leaned against the door and watched for a while. It seemed that no one had lived next door for more than half a year. It was said that the landlord had obsessive cleanliness, and ordinary tenants could not meet his perverse requirements. He probably was not short of money, so the place had remained unrented. She wondered who the new tenant might be. In this community, there were two households on each floor, and with the door opposite being vacant, it was as if she occupied an entire floor by herself, which often made Zhong Zheng envious.

On a winter morning, the sun was shining brightly. Congrong squinted her eyes lazily, half-reclining on the soft cushion of the bay window to bask in the sun for a while, while sipping a cup of coffee, before changing her clothes and heading out. As soon as she opened the door, she noticed that the door across from her was actually open, with movers continuously bringing furniture in and out, yet the owner was nowhere to be seen

Cong Rong took out a 50 yuan note from the pocket of his coat and handed it over. The cashier, following the usual practice, asked, "Do you have a dime?"

Zhong Zhen, with a look of horror, rolled around on the sofa holding a cushion to change the subject, "Cousin, I am hungry!"

The person behind replied leisurely, "You're welcome."

Zhong Zhen shook Cong Rong vigorously, "Cousin! Wake up quickly! You are off work!"

The judge nodded and said, "Alright, I happen to have an appointment at noon."

On the night of the following day at 9 o'clock, Cong Rong felt dizzy from reviewing the materials and casually wrapped a coat around herself before heading out to the supermarket to buy snacks

Cong Rong immediately sat up straight and asked seriously: "What was the original statement? Is it saying that Cong Rong currently likes women? Has my name been followed by an ID number? Also, did she record it?"

After leaving the courtroom, Cong Rong stood at the door for a while and walked out alongside the judge from earlier. "Master Uncle, they were merely five minutes late, must you go to such extremes?"

Cong Rong opened the food delivery app and threw the phone to him, saying, "Order for yourself!"

The elevator doors opened once again, and Cong Rong stepped out first, unlocking the door while keeping an eye on the man behind her. As expected, he walked towards the door across the hall. After Cong Rong opened the door, she turned back to take another look before closing it. This time, she only saw the man's profile and silently nodded in her heart, acknowledging that this man truly embodied the phrase "gentle and warm as jade".

Zhong Zhen quickly explained: "She is my sister"

Cong Rong shook his head, "No."

Cong Rong lazily raised her eyes and said, "Doctor?"

Cong Rong smiled as she bid farewell: "Then I shall see you at the next court hearing"

Zhong Zhen nodded repeatedly, "Yes, yes!"

Cong Rong withdrew her gaze and blinked her eyes; this man was indeed extraordinary

The large white fur ball quickly darted out of the elevator, leaving only a white shadow behind, and before the elevator doors closed, Congrong saw it rushing towards the safety passage