Chapter 4

During the period when Zhou Shi had just graduated from high school, he only did two things: playing basketball and playing video games

The roommate was taken aback, glancing at Shao Bei and then at her, assuming that the two were just having a quarrel. Half-jokingly, she said: "Well, it seems that our numerous male fellow citizens in the courtyard have another opportunity now!"

What do you want to do

Zhou Shi's phone in his pocket vibrated slightly, his eyes calm and undisturbed. He pushed Zhang Man aside, stepped away, and left behind a remark: "I don't have time to play with you"

Zhou Shi also replied to her: "The phone said, wait for me for ten minutes." It seems that men do not like to send text messages. She responded with an "mm" and looked up at Shao Bei, "If you have something to say, say it."

In a moment, his hand suddenly felt empty. Zhang Man had appeared by his side at some point, taking half of the cigarette from his hand and putting it in her mouth. She took a deep puff, her expression one of contentment, the smoke thick around her. She looked at him boldly, smiled, licked her lips, and then returned the cigarette to him

The person who was called smiled without a word, as if the light above him fell solely on him. With a handsome face, he held the cards, laying them on the table with neither too much nor too little force, sitting quietly, yet smiling without speaking

The call was quickly connected, his speech was slightly rapid, and his tone was indifferent, "You may speak now"

Ruan Qianqian listened to his voice and couldn't help but cut him off. After all, who is seeking whom

Ruan Qianqian said: "How could that be? With our tempers, if we were to take action, we would certainly not waste words."

... ...

Later, some individuals turned gaming into a profession, competing in tournaments around the world, winning awards, and continuing to forge ahead amidst the doubts and criticisms of others

A few brief words

What does she want

No, Sister Monkey, let's talk things over calmly, and refrain from resorting to physical actions

This is a renowned villa community in Beixun City, and it is also one of the most stable areas in terms of real estate prices in Beixun City. Regardless of how high the external housing prices soar, the Jinfuyuan Apartments always exude an air of "I remain steadfast and unmoved." In any case, those who cannot afford it will never be able to afford it.

Shao Bei smiled but did not speak, and a roommate interjected: "Oh, Ruan, the beautiful lady, you haven't come to our courtyard for a long time. What's wrong? You two haven't had a quarrel, have you?"

Ruan Qianqian sneered, "You are the least qualified to say such things to me here"

Zhang Man tilted her head to look at him for a while. When he spoke, his words were clear and articulate, his voice deep and magnetic, with a hint of barely perceptible languor. In the stillness of the night, his voice was so pleasant that it sent shivers down her spine. There were no lights in the courtyard, only a small wall lamp at the entrance casting a warm yellow glow. The moonlight was dim, and her gaze was fixed intently on him, scrutinizing him repeatedly.

Therefore, please never pass judgment on a world you do not understand. You may not comprehend or support it, but please respect every profession in the world, for behind each one lies a struggle and dedication that you may never fully grasp

Leave a line in everything, so that we may meet again in the future

Jinfu Apartment

These individuals are all well-known second-generation rich kids in the city, with parents who are among the wealthiest in the area. They spend their days idly, indulging in extravagant pleasures. When in a high mood, he would quietly sit alone and smoke. Some express disdain for his behavior of being unsociable, while others dislike his constant air of superiority, yet they do not dare to openly criticize him, as they still fear Xu Sheng.

His shirt collar was opened to the second button, slightly revealing his collarbone, followed by the faintly visible curves of his chest muscles, and then his flat, firm abdomen. The man's silhouette was hidden in the dim night, expressionless, with deep-set eyes. Zhang Man felt that this man, exuding an aura of restraint, constantly stimulated her hormones.

You'd better not provoke this man

... ...

The light was instantly blocked by the curtains, and the room darkened. He turned back to the bedside, turned on the speakerphone on his phone and tossed it onto the bed. He picked up a towel hanging nearby to wipe his hair and casually tossed it aside. With both hands, he pulled up the hem of his T-shirt, preparing to change his clothes

On that day, when he barged in, the video was halfway uploaded. Later, the two of them spent some time in the room, and the video had unknowingly been uploaded to her phone's cloud.

... ...

Zhang Man was unwilling to relent, bypassing him, her hand resting on his waist and back, which was lean and devoid of any excess flesh, to the extent that she could distinctly feel the muscles of his back, their lines smooth, teasingly asking: "Are you capable or not?"

The sunlight outside is bright and cheerful, with a beam of light streaming in, making the bedroom spacious and bright. Zhou Shi also walked over, drew the dark curtains, frowned slightly, and asked, "So what do you want to do?"

The call has finally ended

What do you think

Even if he wants to find a woman, she should not be the type of person he seeks

Ruan Qianqian smiled, and at that moment, her phone notified her of a text message

Is it really that unfortunate

The roommate sensed something was off and said, "What's wrong? Come tell your brother, and I'll take care of it for you"

The lobby on the first floor, illuminated by a crystal chandelier, is surrounded by a dozen people gathered around a card table, some seated and others standing, their faces displaying a range of expressions: excitement, disappointment, agitation, fatigue

No, you heard wrong, no one said that. Hey, hey—don't hit the face, give some face.

Ruan Qianqian quietly looked at her phone with her head down, while Shao Beiyu hesitated to speak as he gazed at her

There is an unread multimedia message in the mobile phone

Inside the house, it was a cacophony, creating a stark contrast with the tranquility outside

Ruan Qianqian squinted her eyes and looked at him suspiciously, "Really don't know or pretend not to know?"

Taking advantage and then wanting to run away, do you think there are such cheap things in this world

Zhou Shi also glanced at her, tugging at the corner of his mouth, "I am not tired, why are you in such a hurry?"

The next day, Ruan Qianqian woke up and saw a message from Zhou Shiyi

... ...

He glanced at her and said in a faint voice: "Step aside"

After sending the text message to Ruan Qianqian, Zhou Shi also sent two emails.

... ...

Alright, you all continue playing, consider it on my behalf

This phone call has lasted nearly half an hour, and the chief planner still has many doubts. This game software was designed and programmed by Zhou Shiyi himself, similar to esports games like League of Legends. After all, the era of online games has passed; leveling up and spending money have long become outdated practices

Zhang Man laughed out loud, not paying much attention, released her hand, and the cigarette butt fell to the ground, breaking into several pieces. She extinguished it with the tip of her shoe, crushed it a few more times, and said: "Eleven, you shouldn't always be so formal."

no response at all

After he finished sending the email, he received a phone call, and the ten minutes he had agreed upon with Ruan Qianqian had long since passed

A notice regarding the internal testing of a game software that the company is set to launch soon

The roommate withdrew her hand, turned her head, and with a flattering and ingratiating expression, said, "Oh, little monkey, you are here too. Why do you look so beautiful today? Oh... be gentle, be gentle—"

From an unknown number

Shao Bei looked at her phone

Zhou Shi also finished his shower and glanced at the time, realizing he had to leave within ten minutes. Therefore, he took his phone and walked into the bedroom to call Ruan Qianqian

Ruan Qianqian was wearing loose pajamas, her hair all tied up, staring at those five characters, pondering over them several times. It was only after she washed her face, got dressed, and went downstairs for breakfast that she replied to him with a text message

It is difficult to draw.

Having spoken, he picked up the cigarette and lighter from the table and walked towards the courtyard

Even Laozi could not control Xu Sheng, yet Xu Sheng was obedient to Zhou Shiyi's words and plans.

Shao Bei wanted to ask her why she deleted him from WeChat, but after thinking it over, he decided to say:

A copy is a fully English overseas email

What should it be like

As soon as the words were spoken, Shao Bei lifted a foot and kicked directly, "Get lost"

Suddenly, the loudspeaker transmitted: "You have to take it off for me, and then let me touch it back!"

"What the hell, Zhou Shi, you are really devious. How many big cards have you kept in your hand?" Someone expressed their dissatisfaction.

The loudspeaker asked again: "Is it good?"

The roommate, with a look of disdain, immediately said: "Come on, with those rough and burly girls in our courtyard, who would dare! It's not easy for my brother to remain chaste until today!"

Hmph

Shao Bei shrugged and replied, "I was just about to tell you, Sister Monkey is behind you."

Having spoken, she cast a casual glance at Shao Bei, who awkwardly turned his head away

"Who are you calling rough and stocky?" Sister Monkey once again grabbed his ear, gritting her teeth as she spoke

Shao Bei said: "I don't know"

Zhou Shi also left the villa and found his car in the parking lot. After getting in, he did not start the engine and leave immediately, but instead took out his phone and looked at it for a while. Just when Zhang Man was beside him, his phone vibrated, but he did not pay attention to it. Later, he was startled and completely forgot to check his phone. By the time he remembered to look at it again, it was already past midnight.

She cleared her throat and let out a very soft "gudong," truly very soft, but in the quiet seclusion of the deep night, it was amplified. Zhou Shiyi did not know when he had lit another cigarette, which he now held between his fingers. Upon hearing the sound, he felt a wave of irritation, crushed half the cigarette, tossed it into the trash can, and turned to leave

Ruan Qianqian waved her hand and pointed at Shao Bei: "No need, he is already a former one."

Zhou Shi's hand, which was also undressing, stiffened for a moment, and he doubted whether he had accidentally initiated a video call with her. He instinctively lowered his head to glance at the dark screen and let out a sigh of relief

Zhang Man stopped him, raising the corners of her eyes, indicating an invitation

"Zhou Shiyi, you have won so much, please treat us to a late-night snack," someone shouted.

The deep night of winter is not just cold; as soon as the door was pushed open, the desolate cold wind rushed in, instantly disheveling his hair and shirt, and a piercing pain was felt on his face, yet his mind became much clearer. In the courtyard stood a national locust tree, planted in the year of Xu Sheng's grandfather's death, which has now grown lush and towering. Surrounding it is a half-person-high redwood fence, which is actually unnecessary, as Xu Sheng's house is equipped with alarm systems everywhere; the fence is purely for the sake of whimsy.

A face suddenly popped into my mind at an inappropriate moment

Ruan Qianqian implied: "Oh, there are so many girls in your college, why is it that each one is still thinking about those from our college?"

Shao Bei speaks the truth; he has only seen that person twice, both times at gatherings with friends. Aside from occasionally playing cards, he spends the rest of his time sitting alone and smoking, his silhouette appearing both aloof and proud. In fact, everyone does not really know him; he seems not to belong to this circle, yet at the same time, he seems to.

Playing cards is akin to conducting oneself in life; one must never allow others to know what cards one holds, while simultaneously ensuring not to block others' paths.

After a few seconds, she asked: "What is his name?"

... ...

Zhou Shi also glanced at her, looking at the half-smoked cigarette, and did not take it. In a light voice, he said: "Just throw it away"

Suddenly, the wind blew, and a leaf fell from the pagoda tree.

Ruan Qianqian let out a sound, did not pay him any further attention, and lowered her head to walk outside

I really don't know, I only heard Zhang Man call him eleven

He closed his eyes, damn it!

Ruan Qianqian had lost her appetite for breakfast, taking only a few hurried bites before getting up to leave. As she reached the entrance of the cafeteria, she ran into Shao Bei, who had come for breakfast with his roommate. She greeted him casually, "The sun is rising from the west? It's rare to see you in the morning."

He indeed won quite a bit throughout the night, and the money piled up in front of him was all won. In addition to what Xu Sheng had lost earlier, he managed to win back both the principal and the interest. He chuckled softly as he stood up, pushing the thick stack of red bills towards the center of the table

At around 2 or 3 a.m., the night is deep. The excitement has faded, and the crowd has dispersed

Apart from training with the team, I spend my time playing games with my roommate

On the screen is a video that he had just deleted a few days ago

Only three words

On a winter night, pedestrians are scarce, and the white poplar trees lining the streets stand tall and upright like bells, despite their withered trunks. During the day, a light drizzle had fallen, leaving the ground half-dry and half-wet, while the humidity in the air dropped sharply, and the night wind turned cold. Occasionally, a car passes by, fleetingly. The dim streetlights elongate the shadows of the trees, creating an atmosphere of exceptional silence

From time to time, a few screams, cheers, or expressions of discontent erupt from the crowd

After listening to Ruan Qianqian, she was about to leave when he blocked her path. "I am serious with you. I heard that his parents are not well-known, and his background is unclear. You also know that Zhang Man and her group are all second-generation rich kids in the city. A person with an unclear background being able to associate with them is very suspicious. Who knows what kind of activities he is involved in? Moreover, some second-generation rich kids have very peculiar preferences..."

Zhou Shi also walked to the wooden fence, standing tall and straight. He took out a cigarette, tilted his head to light it, and held it in his mouth. After taking a few puffs, he heard the door behind him being pushed open, and the sound of footsteps grew closer. From the sound of the footsteps, it was a woman. He did not turn around, his gaze still fixed on the small grove not far away, the glow of the flame at his fingertips flickering in the dark night.

Crazy

"What are you saying?" Suddenly, someone grabbed my roommate's ear from behind. The newcomer was about the same height as my roommate, but appeared more robust because she was a girl. My roommate recognized the voice slightly, and his expression suddenly stiffened, instantly transforming into one of extreme pain. He did not dare to turn around and silently asked Shao Bei:

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