Thinking of finding a place to hide from the rain, I saw the big tree at the end of the community wall. Because the leaves were very dense, the light rain like today's did not completely penetrate the leaves and wet the ground under the tree.

"Let's go under that tree!" [Note: This is written because the plot requires it. Don't hide under a tree on a rainy day.]

Zhou Qi was looking at the shelter she pointed to and was silent for a few seconds, but still followed her under the tree.

Standing on the dry ground, Zhou Qi was putting away the umbrella in his hand, and glanced with fiery eyes at Lu Xiaoqiao who was just looking down at the ground.

He felt like a young boy who had just fallen in love.

After he had spoken out that day, he seemed to be trapped in an endless wait. He had no appetite every day and had trouble falling asleep at night. He used to be focused and efficient at work, but now he had become dull and absent-minded because of his worries.

He was afraid of Lu Xiaoqiao's rejection. If she really disagreed, what should he do next? Should he really let her go, or should he pester her and beat her until she agreed?

Zhou Qi had been brewing emotions for a long time, and with a cautious tone, he whispered, "I didn't want to put pressure on you, but I don't want to wait any longer. During these days of business trip, I was afraid that you would suddenly send me a message saying that we are not suitable."

"I don't know what you're afraid of. Logically, I should be the one to be afraid. After all, I'm so much older than you. Even if we're together, I'm always worried that one day you'll suddenly dislike me because I'm older."

"As for what you said about being too great to be a perfect match, there's no need to worry. You are already very good. If you were born in a family like mine, you would probably be much better than me. So, if the relationship between two people requires that the two people be born in families of equal status or equal strength, then I don't think I am qualified to be with you."

Ever since Lu Xiaoqiao met Zhou Qizhen, she had never heard him say so many words in one breath, and they were all about expressing his feelings to her.

After listening to all that he said, it would be a lie to say I wasn't moved.

Such an outstanding man, in order to make her not worry, he lowered himself and lifted her up. How could such a man not touch people's hearts?

She now wants to know one thing in particular.

"Can I ask you a question?"

"You say."

Lu Xiaoqiao casually put her hands into the pockets of her coat, where he couldn't see her, and helplessly tugged at the fabric inside with her fingers to relieve her tension.

"When did you start to have these feelings for me?"

Zhou Qi was stunned by her question, then he recovered and said, "I don't know myself, but it's definitely earlier than you think."

He couldn't tell her now that they had met when she was very young. Even if he developed romantic feelings for her after she became an adult, he was afraid that she wouldn't believe him and would suspect he was a pervert.

I don’t understand how early he meant. Was it love at first sight?

But at that time, he was clearly cold to me, and there was no sign of any abnormal emotion in him.

Lu Xiaoqiao then asked, "What do you like about me?"

After all, she herself felt that apart from the fact that they were a good match in gender, she couldn't think of anything about herself that made a big boss like him take a fancy to her. As for beauty, there were many women prettier than her.

"I've taken a fancy to everything!" Zhou Qizhen said seriously.

Lu Xiaoqiao: “…”

Lu Xiaoqiao's speechless look made Zhou Qizheng's heart suddenly tense.

He quickly explained, "I am telling the truth, otherwise I wouldn't dare to follow you to take shelter under the tree."

Lu Xiaoqiao was a little confused: "Ah?"

Seeing her silly and cute look, Zhou Qizheng raised the corner of his mouth and said, "You will be shocked."

Lu Xiaoqiao: “…”

After realizing what he meant, Lu Xiaoqiao's cheeks turned red instantly. She felt like she was burning with shame, and her hands were in her pockets, making all kinds of small movements.

"I'm sorry! I forgot about this. The main thing is that the rain is not going to stop, and there is no thunder, so I forgot about safety."

"It's okay. The rain has stopped. It doesn't matter anymore. You just need to consider what I said."

"Give me a chance, okay?"

Meeting his deep eyes full of expectation, her face suddenly flushed and she quickly looked away.

"How about we just be friends first?"

Zhou Qizhen was surprised by her answer.

"Aren't we friends now? Besides, I don't want to be friends, I want to be a boyfriend."

"Or, can you give me a trial period?"

Lu Xiaoqiao looked up at him again, her bright eyes blinking under her long eyelashes.

"What trial period?"

"During the three-month trial period, it's up to you whether to continue or not. If you really don't like me, then I will quit. But now you don't even give me a chance, I will not be willing to accept that."

She would have agreed if Zhou Qizhen had a little money. She never thought in her life that one day she would become a phoenix.

But facing the intense questioning from the person in front of her, her calm heart seemed to ripple a little.

If I agree to give it a try, what if I get stuck in it for a long time and end up getting hurt? But he throws out the bait of a trial period of love, which is really cunning.

"Well...what if I feel we are not suitable for each other within less than three months? For example, if I want to break up within a week, is that ok?"

Zhou Qizheng: “…”

"I... am not so bad that you can't stand it for a week!"

Lu Xiaoqiao smiled awkwardly: "I didn't say you were bad, I just said that."

"So, are you willing to give me a chance?"

Lu Xiaoqiao raised her head slightly.

The expectation and love in a man's eyes are like a burning bonfire, which cannot be hidden.

She is also a worldly person, and she also wants to own beautiful things and people. Even if such a good man becomes a thing of the past one day, it is still a blessing to have him!

After figuring it out, a trace of hesitation flashed in his eyes, which eventually turned into determination.

After a long while, Lu Xiaoqiao nodded gently, her tone a little shy, and whispered softly: "Well, let's look around first!"

Zhou Qizhen finally heard the agreement he wanted to hear.

The heart that had been hanging for many days finally settled down, like an ice-covered snow mountain finally melting in the sunlight.

The corners of his mouth couldn't help but rise, a smile filled his eyes, and his handsome and cold face softened completely.

"Xiao Qiao, thank you for giving me the chance."

Lu Xiaoqiao was a little shy and pretended to look away: "There is a trial period, it depends on your performance."

Zhou Qizheng couldn't help laughing: "Well, I'll listen to you from now on."

"I'll ask the driver to drive the car over here, and we'll go have dinner. Do you want to eat anything?"

While asking her, he took out his cell phone and called the driver.

Lu Xiaoqiao originally wanted to stop him, but then she thought that since they had just confirmed their relationship, it was normal for them to go out for dinner. If she refused now, that would make people think too much.

"I can do anything. Are you hungry now? Why not have something to eat near my house?"

Zhou Qizheng glanced around, looking for a place to eat.

"You are familiar with this place, you can recommend it!"

Lu Xiaoqiao thought for a moment and said, "There's a night market a little further ahead with lots of delicious food, but..."

Lu Xiaoqiao felt that he might not be used to eating at street stalls, and for a moment she regretted inviting him to dine near her home.

"Xiao Qiao, I can do it. Be with me. I will do my best to cater to your preferences. Don't change any habits because of me. Your happiness is the most important thing."

I didn't expect that he, who is usually so cold, is actually quite considerate of other people's feelings.

Lu Xiaoqiao was delighted, the corners of her mouth slightly raised, and she murmured "hmm" as a response.