Shu Mi held a cup of coffee in one hand, took a sip, and looked at her email on the computer in front of her. Inside was a photo sent to her anonymously. The intention behind it was hard not to question.

I think this should be a sufficient token of my gratitude.

Lu Wanzheng thought about it and decided to pack her things tonight, sleep in late tomorrow morning, and then she would have nothing to do in the afternoon, so she readily agreed.

Shu Mi remained calm, as if she had expected Lu Wanzheng to agree. "I'll be waiting for you at Yixin Coffee tomorrow afternoon at 2 PM."

"Okay, see you tomorrow."

After hanging up the phone, Lu Wanzheng tossed her phone onto the coffee table and continued confirming the items with Xiaohua.

Xiao Hua had heard that Lu Wanzheng was going to order a batch of medical equipment, but it ultimately came to nothing.

"Sister Wanzheng, are we going to discuss our previous collaboration?"

"no."

"What about this phone number?"

"Do you remember the little boy we met at the Japanese restaurant? He was Shu Mi and Director Xiao's son."

Xiaohua's mouth dropped open. What a coincidence! "So she wants to invite you to afternoon tea as a thank you?"

“Hmm,” Lu Wanzheng nodded, “but she also said she would give me something, I don’t know what it is.”

"Do you need me to go with you tomorrow?" Xiaohua asked, a little worried.

Lu Wanzheng shook her head. There was no need for that. It was just a simple afternoon tea, nothing would happen.

"Remember to pack your things when you get home tonight. We'll stay here tomorrow night and fly to Y province together the morning after tomorrow."

"good."

...

The following day.

Yesterday's sweltering heat seemed like some kind of omen; as dawn broke, a light drizzle began to fall.

The rain intensified in the afternoon. The downpour washed away the heat of the world, bringing a touch of coolness.

Lu Wanzheng was worried that the roads would become congested due to the rain, and that the slippery roads would make it difficult for drivers to drive fast.

In order not to be late, Lu Wanzheng left early and arrived at the coffee shop at 1:30, waiting for Shu Mi to arrive.

There weren't many people in the coffee shop today. A young couple sat not far away, chatting and laughing together.

The sound of rain pattering outside the window was exceptionally clear.

Lu Wanzheng found a seat by the window. The window was covered with raindrops, and her beauty was somewhat hazy when viewed through the glass.

Pleasant music filled the coffee shop, creating a relaxed and comfortable atmosphere.

Shu Mi arrived late, her trouser legs soaked with rainwater.

She walked to the coffee shop entrance, folded her umbrella, and looked around the shop to see if Lu Wanzheng had arrived.

Shu Mi looked at a woman in a red dress sitting quietly by the window in a corner, gazing at the scenery outside. From the side, her fair and slender legs were elegantly placed under the table, and her hands were supporting her chin.

She had seen Lu Wanzheng's photo and confirmed that the person she saw looking at the rain by the window was indeed Lu Wanzheng.

She walked over, her eyes filled with apology, and said, "I'm sorry I'm late, I've kept you waiting."

Hearing the sound, Lu Wanzheng turned her head and saw that Shu Mi was wet with rain. She then readily took out a tissue from the tissue box and handed it to Shu Mi.

"Thank you." Shu Mi took the tissue and wiped the rain-soaked parts of her body.

After wiping, she sat down in the chair opposite Lu Wanzheng, leaning comfortably against the sofa cushions, and looked directly at Lu Wanzheng.

Lu Wanzheng had incredibly beautiful skin, and her face was ethereal and otherworldly, far more stunning than her online photos. The bright red dress didn't make her look gaudy; instead, it gave her an air of exceptional grace. Her bright eyes were like a whirlpool, drawing people in. She stood ramrod straight, revealing a remarkably good figure.