Seeing Gu Jingran explaining things to her so earnestly, Ye Linchen suddenly didn't know what to do.
Did Gu Jingran genuinely want to help him?
Or is it just a show?
Ye Linchen was a little confused.
She really wanted to believe Gu Jingran.
But when she thought about what Huo Yunlan had said, she couldn't believe it.
Ye Linchen thought for a moment and decided to give himself and Gu Jingran another chance to observe and see what was really going on.
If the marriage really was Gu Jingran's idea, the two should separate as soon as possible so as not to waste each other's time.
"Okay, then come to my house tomorrow afternoon and tell me what exactly happened."
Gu Jingran laughed again: "Hot pot for dinner?"
Ye Linchen looked confused: "What hot pot?"
Gu Jingran looked at her, a hint of sadness appearing on his face.
"On my first day in Beijing, Mr. Ye said he'd treat me to hot pot. Have you forgotten already?"
Ye Linchen only remembered this matter after being reminded of it.
"I haven't forgotten, I haven't forgotten. We'll go out for hot pot tomorrow night. Order whatever you want, it'll be on me."
Seeing that Ye Linchen had regained his usual energy, Gu Jingran breathed a sigh of relief and smiled as he covered Ye Linchen's stall again.
"Okay, with Mr. Ye's words, I feel relieved. It'll be a few hours before we get back. Didn't you say you were tired? Let's rest for a while."
Ye Linchen hummed in agreement and leaned her head against Gu Jingran's shoulder.
Without those conflicting emotions, Ye Linchen quickly fell asleep.
When I opened my eyes again, the plane had already reached the airspace above Jiangcheng.
Gu Jingran's driver picked up the two at the airport and first took Ye Linchen home.
Ye Linchen arrived home in the early hours of the morning. After a quick wash, he went to bed to rest.
The next morning, Ye Linchen didn't get up. He was awakened by a knock on the door after noon.
Ye Linchen rubbed his eyes, opened the door, and saw Gu Jingran standing outside, dressed neatly.
Gu Jingran was somewhat surprised to see that Ye Linchen was still wearing her pajamas.
He followed Ye Linchen into the house and asked, "Just woke up?"
Ye Linchen yawned: "Yeah, I'm just so sleepy."
Gu Jingran frowned: "Didn't you eat breakfast or lunch?"
Ye Linchen shook his head.
Gu Jingran reached out and ruffled Ye Linchen's hair.
"Go wash up first, I'll make you something to eat."
Ye Linchen was already hungry, so when Gu Jingran said that, he naturally had no objection and turned to go into the bathroom.
When she finished tidying up and came out, there was already a bowl of steaming noodles on the table.
Gu Jingran handed the chopsticks to Ye Linchen.
"You don't have much left at home, so make do with what you have."
Despite saying that, Ye Linchen felt that the taste was not bad at all, and could be described as very delicious.
"Mr. Gu's cooking is quite good." She flattered him while eating.
Gu Jingran smiled modestly and said, "Not at all, I'm still a bit inferior to President Ye."
"It's a bit lacking; you still need to work harder."
Ye Linchen quickly finished eating the noodles, and Gu Jingran then took away the bowls and chopsticks and washed them clean.
After tidying up, Gu Jingran returned to the dining table and took out the newspapers and financial magazines he had brought.
There were many marks made by Gu Jingran in red pen on it.
“These new policies may have an impact on Sanmu Software’s future business,” Gu Jingran explained to Ye Linchen. “These policies are a double-edged sword, with both advantages and disadvantages. If used properly, they can help Sanmu Software reach new heights.”
Ye Linchen took the newspaper and read it carefully, then copied down the contents, intending to discuss the adjustments to the new business plan with Lin Xuemei and Li Hongying at the next meeting.
After reviewing the new policy, Ye Linchen took out his report and began working.
Gu Jingran also took out his company's documents.
The two exchanged a few words from time to time, but most of the time they focused on their own work.
Time passed quickly as they spent time together.
Ye Linchen enjoyed this time together, but Huo Yunlan's words kept echoing in her mind, popping up in every moment she felt she was enjoying, waking her up.
Ye Linchen didn't like this, but didn't know how to get rid of it.
Soon, it was dinnertime.
The two went to the hot pot restaurant in the university town.
After enjoying the flavors of Beijing for seven days, Ye Linchen still felt that the taste of Jiangcheng hotpot was more to his liking.
Clearly, Gu Jingran thought the same thing, and he ate much more than he did the day he had hot pot.
After finishing their meal, the two were about to stroll around the neighborhood when Gu Jingran's phone rang.
Gu Jingran walked to the side to answer the phone.
The familiar scene reminded Ye Linchen of this time last year, which seemed to be the same.
A year has passed so quickly.
A short while later, Gu Jingran returned after finishing his phone call.
Unlike last year, Gu Jingran did not leave immediately, but continued to accompany Ye Linchen on her walk.
Ye Linchen found it a bit strange: "Isn't it about work?"
Gu Jingran also thought of the scene from last year and shook his head with a smile.
"It's work, but it's not urgent. I can handle it when I get back to the company tomorrow."
The two walked around the riverbank again and again until it was almost time before they parted ways.
Before leaving, Gu Jingran adjusted Ye Linchen's scarf.
"Xiao Chen, I probably won't be able to come and keep you company for the next few days. If you have any problems, just give me a call."
Ye Linchen smiled and nodded, watching Gu Jingran leave.
The days that followed returned to the busyness of the pre-Chinese New Year period.
Ye Linchen spends his days either starting his own business or tutoring.
After the start of the school year, there is one more thing to learn.
Ye Linchen's busy life almost made him forget about the unpleasant conversation he had with Huo Yunlan that day.
Unfortunately, Huo Yunlan waited and waited in the capital, but no good news came from Ye Linchen and Gu Jingran, so she became restless.
After thinking it over, she finally decided to call Ye Linchen to ask about the situation.
When Ye Linchen's pager went off, he, Feng Linlin, and Lin Xiaojuan had just bought a lot of food and were preparing to cook at Ye Linchen's rented apartment.
She looked at the unfamiliar phone number on her pager, feeling a little strange, but still found the nearest public phone and dialed back.
As soon as the call connected, Huo Yunlan's somewhat anxious voice rang out: "Xiao Chen, this is Gu Jingran's mother, Huo Yunlan. What have you thought about what I told you last time?"
Upon hearing this, Ye Linchen's heart sank to the bottom.
The question she had forgotten about resurfaced.
This time, however, Ye Linchen could no longer run away.
When Ye Linchen spoke again, his voice was a little muffled: "Auntie, I've thought it through. I'll explain it to Jingran later."
Hearing her say that, Huo Yunlan's voice was filled with joy: "That's great, Xiao Chen. Auntie knew you were a sensible child."
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