Chapter 60 Long Time No See

“It’s not just one-sided friendship, it’s mutual,” Jiang Luo corrected.

Shi Yan exclaimed excitedly, "I knew it! You must approve of me too! Otherwise, you wouldn't have lent me your arm to hold! Then..."

Her eyes darted around, and she leaned closer shyly, her eyes full of expectation. "I want to ask you a question, one that's been on my mind for so long, what exactly are your feelings for President He...?"

"So beautiful."

"A female celebrity has arrived."

"Don't you recognize her? It's Xu Jingyan!"

"Oh, so you're the ACAI promotion ambassador?"

"Yes, yes, yes..."

...

A commotion suddenly broke out in the hall.

The smoke stopped the Bagua, and we looked in the direction of the sound.

At the entrance, a slender and delicate figure stood gracefully.

It's Xu Jingyan.

In stark contrast to her usual understated and plain makeup, she wore a Hong Kong-style red dress tonight, which accentuated her curves and made her look sexy and alluring, like a woman flower swaying in the hustle and bustle of the Greater Bay Area in the 1990s, charming and alluring.

With her destination clear, Xu Jingyan walked straight towards He Ziyan and Ji Bei without hesitation.

The three people met up and started talking.

From Jiang Luo's angle, he could see Xu Jingyan's face clearly. Sometimes she would cover her mouth and giggle, sometimes she would nod in agreement, and sometimes she would tuck her hair behind her ear. As always, she was at ease and exuded her charm.

That's brilliant.

Just as I made some "new friends," "old friends" appeared.

It's like a baton exchange ceremony in a relay race.

"Aren't you going to say hello to her?" Shi Yan asked cautiously. "You two... are you close? I remember seeing a news report a few days ago about you having coffee together."

Are they on good terms?

Jiang Luo couldn't explain it either.

Regardless of how good or bad their relationship was in the past, it's certainly not good enough now that she needs to make a special effort to exchange pleasantries.

Turning her back to them, Jiang Luo said, "Let's not bother them. Xu Jingyan is YB's brand ambassador, and they usually talk about work when they're together. It would be awkward if we went."

“That’s true, let’s not get involved in this. Oh, right,” Shi Yan’s thoughts jumped to another matter, “When I came to find you, I ran into Qin Ning. He said he was coming too, but the thought of him being followed by live cameras wherever he goes made me not want to stand next to him. It’s more relaxed to just chat casually like we are now…”

The voice gradually faded.

Shi Yan's gaze shifted, shooting from beside Jiang Luo's neck. Her eyes were fixed, and she gritted her teeth, trying her best not to let anyone notice that she was speaking: "They're coming this way."

Even without looking, Jiang Luo could tell who "they" were.

He Ziyan, whose relationship with her is ambiguous and unclear.

Xu Jingyan couldn't tell whether someone was friend or foe.

Ji Bei was constantly trying to bring her and He Ziyan together.

Three people, sharing the same sense of resistance.

run.

This was the thought that flashed through Jiang Luo's mind in an instant.

But she wasn't a seventeen-year-old girl after all, and she wouldn't run away in front of everyone just because she didn't want to face anyone.

We still have to grit our teeth and face the challenges head-on.

Take a deep breath and turn around.

"Luo Luo!" Xu Jingyan called out affectionately from about ten steps away.

Meanwhile, He Ziyan and Ji Bei followed closely behind, both keeping a close eye on Jiang Luo's movements.

What's frightening is that He Ziyan still has a gentle smile on his face, as gentle as a breeze, and that tenderness makes Jiang Luo want to escape even more.

Escape. It was too late.

Jiang Luo put on a fake smile and said, "Xu Jingyan, long time no see."

In fact, they had only met a short time ago, and immediately after the meeting, dozens of marketing accounts jointly released a press release praising Xu Jingyan for her loyalty and righteousness.

Shi Yan put down her plate, perked up, and took a few steps forward to stand close to Jiang Luo.

It was the first time she had seen Xu Jingyan, the dazzling superstar.

Unlike Zheng Man, Jiang Luo, and Qin Ning, she was at the height of her career.

With a long sigh, Shi Yan felt extremely uneasy, as nervous as if she were about to be interviewed.

Female celebrities are indeed like fairies descended to earth. Whether it's Zheng Man, Jiang Luo, or Xu Jingyan in front of us, they are all so beautiful that they seem to have a built-in soft-focus filter, and their skin is as delicate as a painting.

“This is…” Xu Jingyan scrutinized Shi Yan.

Jiang Luo raised her hand and introduced, "This is my friend Shi Yan. We recorded 'Springtime Romance' together."

Placing their friendship before the program further demonstrates the sincerity of their friendship with Shi Yan.

“Friends?” Xu Jingyan repeated the word meaningfully.

She curled her lips into a cryptic smile, "Miss Shi must have some extraordinary qualities. Our Luo Luo rarely uses the term 'friend' to refer to anyone."

We are lost.

It emphasizes belonging.

Shi Yan, oblivious to the deeper meaning, brightened up. "Oh? Really? I'm so honored! I don't have any special skills, I just watched 'Twin Lotus' with Luo Luo, haha, you guys are both amazing!"

It's a genuine and delightful surprise.

Luo Luo.

Twin Lotuses.

As a series of harsh words rang out, Xu Jingyan's smile began to falter.

Ring ring.

Jibei's radar went off.

The boy's intuition told him that the current situation was definitely not simple.

There was a hint of sourness in Xu Jingyan's tone.

Could it be... that she wants to be Jiang Luo's "only" and "best" friend?

Isn't that just a possessive elementary school kid's trick?

That's interesting.

Ji Bei chuckled inwardly, his face remaining impassive as he awaited what would happen next.

"Luo Luo and I are friends, right?"

That sound... came from He Ziyan beside him.

Ji Bei was shocked, as if struck by lightning.

What is He Ziyan doing?

Are you jealous of two girls?

Remembering what she had said to He Ziyan at Sunset, Jiang Luo had no way to refute it.

Even if it's a limited friendship, she and He Ziyan are indeed friends.

She was flattered and overwhelmed by the gathering of these "friends".

She said awkwardly, "We're all friends."

His gaze swept back and forth between the four people, and Ji Bei imagined a grand drama of concubines in the imperial harem fighting over each other.

That's so interesting.

Is He Ziyan going to become He Zihuan?

"Pfft." Ji Bei couldn't help but laugh out loud.

Eight pairs of eyes glared at them simultaneously, leaving the four of them bewildered.

Hastily suppressing his smile, Ji Bei beckoned to a passing waiter, raised a glass of champagne, and said, "I can't help but smile when I think about how bright everyone's future is. Let's toast to a splendid tomorrow!"

The five people raised their glasses together.

The glasses clinked together, making a crisp sound.

The surface of the wine in the glass rippled gently, reflecting their images.

Jiang Luo: What's Ji Bei grinning like that?

He Ziyan: Men in love really do lose their intelligence. We should take Ji Bei's example as a warning.

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In the latter half of the dinner, Jiang Luo switched to her usual "minimalist social" style.

No matter what others said, she was only responsible for smiling, nodding, and agreeing.

Then, kill time by going to the restroom at the appropriate time.

As she came out of the restroom, she encountered Xu Jingyan, who was standing by the sink.

"What a coincidence," Jiang Luo greeted her briefly.

The tap was turned on, and the sound of running water filled the air.

She was separated from Xu Jingyan by a sink.

Well water does not interfere with river water.

Distance provides a sense of security.

Xu Jingyan was touching up her lipstick in front of the mirror.

The areas that have been coated are vibrant and luscious.

She stopped, looked at Jiang Luo, and replied, "We'll see each other again soon."