At this moment, Lu Ze would never refuse Gou Xi's question. He was too happy to even think about it, so he quickly nodded and said, "Yes, this is my girlfriend."

As he spoke, he pulled Gou Xi into his arms, his voice rising slightly, and he seemed very happy.

So, I'm sorry.

The young lady who came up to Lu Ze with her WeChat ID to ask for his contact information was the one who was truly embarrassed. Her face turned bright red, and she quickly shook her head before walking away. However, before leaving, she turned back and said something.

Wishing you a long and happy marriage.

"Grow old together!"

Then I ran away quickly.

As for Gou Xi and Lu Ze, they were stunned and stood there for a moment as they watched his departing figure.

Suddenly, as if she had just realized something, Gou Xi shook off Lu Ze's hand and turned to leave.

But Lu Ze, who had just listened to Fu Wenzhi's analysis, was not the kind of person who would let Gou Xi leave so easily.

With an unprecedented firmness, he grabbed Gou Xi's wrist and pulled her back to him. Then he quickly walked to the parking spot, opened the car door, and pushed Gou Xi inside.

As he passed by Fu Wenzhi, he whispered, "Thanks, brother."

Then he turned and left without looking back.

As for Si Wan, who arrived late, she only came to Fu Wenzhi's side after seeing the two of them get into the car together.

She slowly raised her hand and placed it in Fu Wenzhi's outstretched palm.

"Let's go home."

"Yes, let's go home."

...

On the other side, Gou Xi, who had been pulled into the car by Lu Ze, looked at Lu Ze, whose expression was somewhat different, and felt a little flustered.

Of course, it might not be entirely panic; there might also be a sense of tension that's hard to put into words.

To be honest, among the friends he grew up with, Lu Ze has never been aggressive.

He didn't have Fu Wenzhi's overwhelming presence, nor Chen Shuo's cold demeanor; it was precisely his approachable and gentle nature that won Gou Xi's heart.

Unfortunately, Gou Xi dared not provoke Lu Ze because of her special profession.

They wanted to refuse but couldn't bear to, so their relationship remained stuck in this awkward and aggrieved state.

Lu Ze wasn't the only one who felt wronged; Gou Xi was too, and today Lu Ze wanted to break that relationship.

Yes.

He finally understood: should he not start just because he was afraid of the ending?

There is no such logic in the world.

Thinking of this, Lu Ze reached out and pressed both hands tightly against Gou Xi's cheek, then said, "Xi Xi, look at me."

Gou Xi's gaze was somewhat unfocused, looking left and right but never landing on Lu Ze's face.

She was clearly a strong woman who could easily control a grown man, but now, in Lu Ze's hands, she seemed somewhat charming.

Then she heard Lu Ze's voice, which was more serious than ever before.

"I like you."

"I've liked it for many years."

Gou Xi froze on the spot, instinctively wanting to use the same excuses she had given before to continue to cover up the truth.

She laughed it off and said, "I know, I can pretend to be your girlfriend just to discourage those girls who send you QR codes."

"We're practically family, it's a little strange to see you suddenly being so serious."

She tried to push Lu Ze away and get out of the car.

However, Lu Ze had an unusually strong grip. He grabbed Gou Xi's hand and pulled her back to where she was. Then he hugged Gou Xi tightly, preventing her from moving an inch.

The warm breath on Gou Xi's face made her a little scared and at a loss.

Then he heard Lu Ze's somewhat fragile voice in his ear, sounding as if Lu Ze was about to shatter.

"Don't do this, don't do this..."

Gou Xi swallowed what she was about to say, then quietly stayed in Lu Ze's arms, waiting for him to finish.

Fu Wenzhi said, "It's because I've always used this joking and carefree attitude that you feel there's a possibility of refusing me."

"But after thinking about it carefully, I feel that the problem between us is not that simple."

“I’m not as brave as Tangtang, nor do I think as comprehensively as Fu Wenzhi. I’m not as calm as Chen Shuo, and I’m not as determined as you.”

"Among our group, I am actually the most ordinary one."

"So I always act as a source of joy and a lubricant among us, trying to make everyone happy. I also know that you guys are making me happy too."

When Gou Xi heard Lu Ze say those words, she felt her throat go dry, and she wanted to deny it.

People certainly don't think that way; in their hearts, Lu Ze is irreplaceable.

Lu Ze is no ordinary person; they are best friends.

Lu Ze is also the best.

So Gou Xi immediately replied, "That's not how it is..."

However, she had barely begun to speak when Lu Ze covered her mouth.

Lu Ze's eyes were a little red, and his gaze toward Gou Xi was firm. He then said, word by word, "Let me finish."

"So this time I want to talk to you seriously."

"Xixi, I really like you."

"I am ready to face all the wonders of this world with you."

“We’ve been together for over ten years, and now I want to change the nature of our relationship. I wonder if you’re willing.”

Gou Xi heard her own heartbeat, which was as deafening as thunder.

She wondered if Lu Ze could hear her frantic heartbeat in this small room.

The words of refusal were about to land on her lips when she suddenly remembered what Si Wan had said.

Should I really refuse?

Does she really want to refuse?

The answer is, of course, no.

Gou Xi knew her own.

Liking is liking, and disliking is disliking. In Gou Xi's world, there is no such option as compromise. When she hesitates, it is actually when she rejects.

But a person's life is too long, and who can guarantee that it will last forever?

But at this moment, Gou Xi still wanted to follow her truest feelings, and she nodded as if possessed.

Then he said something.

"good."

The world is full of wonders, and she wants to see them all with those around her, with her friends, with her loved ones, and with her family.

Peace and tranquility prevail throughout the land.

Beautiful scenery, let us cherish our youth.

Upon hearing Gou Xi's affirmative answer, Lu Ze suddenly reached out and hugged her.

Her voice was choked with emotion: "So you didn't agree to my request before because my attitude wasn't sincere?"

Gou Xi's gaze drifted elsewhere.

I felt a little guilty.

It wasn't that she couldn't sense Lu Ze's sincerity; rather, she hadn't gotten around the mental block in her head.

That's why I refused.

But since the outcome is good now, let's not worry about the details.