Chapter 288: Find Me Anytime

This was the first time Song Yi had been evaluated like this, which was quite refreshing.

But she did experience the joy of speaking directly - it felt great to not put herself in a difficult position and to speak out her truest thoughts.

She was used to taking care of other people's feelings, even towards strangers. Although it seemed polite and well-educated, it was also tiring.

It's good like this now.

Since Gu Zhongzhou had commented on her directness, Song Yi followed up with the following words: [I'm just cooperating with the performance. If you behave inappropriately, I will end it immediately.]

Gu Zhongzhou: [Deal.]

Song Yi: [Then I’ll talk about it after I get back.]

Gu Zhongzhou: [You are busy, I won’t bother you anymore.]

Song Yi's first impression of Gu Zhongzhou was acceptable. She didn't spend too much time studying his personality, but she just felt that he had a good sense of boundaries.

A few minutes after the chat, Song Yi received a message from Gu Zhongzhou that he liked her circle of friends.

What I liked were the photos of group photos and fireworks she posted on New Year's Eve.

Song Yi didn't think much about it. It was normal to like a friend's post after adding him.

…

After resting for a while, Song Yi contacted Tang Qing and Ying Xing and went to the counter where they were to look for them.

Ying Xing and Tang Qing are currently shopping in a home furnishing store, choosing scented candles.

Both of them have high-pressure jobs and their sleep quality is not very good, so they have the habit of falling asleep by smelling incense.

Song Yi didn't have any such worries or experiences.

However, when seeing the two people choosing candles, Song Yi suddenly thought of Mr. Li next door.

I originally wanted to choose a gift for him when I came out today, but I couldn’t think of anything particularly suitable.

After all, the two of them are not familiar with each other and are just neighbors. Giving gifts without careful consideration would seem to be crossing the line.

Scented candles are a good choice.

So, Song Yi bought a gift box on the recommendation of Ying Xing and Tang Qing.

It was already evening when we came out of the duty-free center.

Song Yi booked a restaurant in advance to eat coconut chicken hotpot. The three of them stuffed the things they bought into the trunk and drove off.

On the way, Song Yi talked to them about Gu Zhongzhou.

When Ying Xing heard that the other party wanted her to cooperate in acting, her first reaction was that it was unreliable: "He is playing tricks on you."

Tang Qing thought the same thing: "Be careful."

Song Yi nodded: "If he has any ideas, I will delete it. I have made it clear."

"Oh, you're finally being direct for once." Ying Xing looked at her with a look of relief. "It should have been like this a long time ago."

Song Yi: "Yeah, this feels very relaxing."

"Who is your blind date?" Ying Xing was curious and asked for the other party's information.

Song Yi: "I'm not sure, I just know that their family is in business. Maybe my grandfather was more familiar with the Jiang family. He seems to be one year older than me."

"Thirty-one years old." Tang Qing moved his lips. "At this age, have you never been in love?"

Song Yi: "I think I've been in a relationship, but I'm single right now."

"Could it be that this person is in a relationship with someone who is not well-matched with him and is forced to break up by his family, so he comes to you for cover?" When Ying Xing heard this, his mind immediately opened up.

Although her guess sounded a bit outrageous at first, but because of what happened in the border town before, Song Yi actually believed it this time.

It is indeed possible.

However, she had no intention of prying into other people's privacy. She just thought that it would be nice if Gu Zhongzhou really had someone he liked. That way, she could act with peace of mind and not have to worry about what he might think.

"It's also possible that he doesn't like women." Tang Qing made an even more outrageous guess.

Song Yi: "...You two really have rich imaginations."

"This is not a sign of a rich imagination. The world is full of wonders." Ying Xing patted Song Yi's shoulder, "You are still too naive."

Compared with banks and private companies, the working environment in universities is relatively pure.

In addition, Song Yi is the kind of person who doesn't participate much in social activities. He is immersed in his own world and rarely inquires about gossip.

When talking about this, Ying Xing complained to Song Yi about his last blind date.

"Just last time, my parents insisted that I go meet that guy. Before we met, they said he was a high-quality overseas returnee, worked for a Fortune 500 company, was 1.8 meters tall, earned a million dollars a year, and owned a house and a car. Wow, I was so happy when I met him."

"What the hell, this high-quality overseas returnee is acting so high and mighty just because he has a fake degree. He's 1.8 meters tall, and when I'm wearing high heels, he looks like a dwarf when standing next to me. He also has a bald head. Damn, it's hilarious."

Song Yi has never been on a formal blind date, but he has heard of many blind date stories.

Ying Xing hasn't had a serious relationship in these years. Her family is very pushy and always arranges blind dates for her, but she doesn't like any of them.

Talking about this, Song Yi casually asked: "Are your parents still urging you?"

"Urge them, of course." Ying Xing spread his hands, "My cousin gave birth last month, and they were even more stimulated."

Song Yi: "So what do you think?"

"Not interested." Ying Xing leaned back in his chair. "I won't get the chance to be a top man, and I don't want to help the poor. It's better to just stay like this. When I'm interested, I'll find someone to play with, and when it's over, we can just break up. I don't have to take any responsibility."

As far as Song Yi could remember, he had never seen Ying Xing in a relationship.

She was a little curious, "Have you never liked anyone?"

Ying Xing shook her head, "How can I like you so much? I don't have the heart."

Song Yi: “…”

——

When I got home after dinner, it was already nine o'clock.

When driving past the next door, Song Yi saw that the lights in the living room of the villa next door were on, and he could vaguely see a man's back in the distance, but it was not very clear.

Song Yi glanced at the trunk and wanted to deliver the souvenirs he bought, but after thinking about the current time, he gave up.

It’s not suitable. I’ll deliver it tomorrow.

Thinking of this, Song Yi found Mr. Li’s WeChat and sent him a message.

Song Yi: [Excuse me, will you be home tomorrow morning?]

L: [What's up?]

Song Yi: [I went shopping today and bought something for you. Thank you for the ham and cheese.]

L: [You’re so polite. We’re all neighbors.]

Song Yi: [Neighbors should also reciprocate ^_^]

L: [Do you still have dumplings at home? They were delicious last time.]

Song Yi: [Yes, yes. I'll have Aunt Xu deliver it tomorrow and bring you the gift as well!]

L: [Thank you very much. If you want to eat tiramisu again, feel free to contact me.]

Song Yi: [Okay ^_^]

L: [Go to bed early, good night.]

Song Yi: [Good night!]

…

The next morning, Song Yi handed the gift box he bought yesterday to Aunt Xu and asked her to send some dumplings to Mr. Li next door.

Aunt Xu immediately went to do it after receiving Song Yi's instructions.

When Song Yi was having breakfast, Mr. Li sent a WeChat message with a photo of the gift box, indicating that he had received it.

L: [I've been having insomnia lately, thank you for your timely help.]