The sky was completely clear, and the stars twinkled like dazzling gems adorning the vast expanse.
The terrace was incredibly spacious, reminding Hang Suisui of the luxurious and spacious banquet hall downstairs. There were no ornate decorations or dazzling lights here, but there was a tranquil and comfortable atmosphere.
Each of the tables here is set up like a small sofa, and each one is far apart, with only occasional fragmented conversations that can be heard between them.
The arrival of Hang Suisui and her companion did not attract much attention.
This isn't a place to eat; it's a place for people to rest or for small groups to gather.
At Hang Suisui's request, Yin Huaizhu found a spot closest to the elevator entrance, a place that people coming down from upstairs would inevitably pass through.
A gentle breeze caressed Hang Suisui's cheeks, bringing a refreshing feeling.
Standing on the terrace, you can clearly see the maple leaves on the surrounding maple trees swaying gently in the wind. Each maple leaf is like a little elf, dancing to the rhythm of the wind.
But Hang Suisui has no time to appreciate it now.
She was having an urgent discussion in her mind with 001 about the current situation of the male and female protagonists upstairs.
Hang Suisui was anxious: [We ate dinner at 8:30, and it's already 10:30! We've been talking for two hours and haven't gotten anything out of it yet?]
001: [They've actually come up with something! Huo Zhou has convinced Qin Yu of his suggestion to become sworn brothers.]
“I disagree. Even if you have reservations and don’t accept my feelings, we can’t be brothers.”
Huo Zhou stared intently at Qin Yu before him.
"You saved me. Consider today's invitation and this dagger as my token of gratitude. From now on, we will be friends."
Huo Zhou was afraid that if he expressed his feelings too hastily, it would put a burden on Qin Yu. He had to nip Qin Yu's idea of treating him as a brother in the bud!
He had a good plan: once he went to the Hang family and canceled his engagement with Hang Suisui, he could then pursue Qin Yu openly and legitimately.
At that time, Qin Yu had no more excuses to refuse him!
Looking at Huo Zhou's determined eyes and thinking about what he had said, Qin Yu agreed indifferently.
"Okay, friend."
001 excitedly shouted to Hang Suisui: "It's done! They're starting to become friends! The progress bar is about to show some movement!"
Hang Suisui, however, didn't seem as happy as 001: "I don't think so."
Sure enough, after waiting for quite a while, there was still no progress indicator.
001 is puzzled: [According to their romantic storyline, at this point the female lead should be giving the male lead the time he deserves, and they should have started being friends. Logically, they should be friends by now, so why isn't the progress bar moving?]
Relationship progress bar.
That's because they have no feelings for each other, you idiot!
Agreeing to be friends and actually treating the male lead as a friend are two different things!
Sure enough, while the machine's brain is clear and organized, it still falls short in interpreting complex human emotions.
Hang Suisui picked up the juice that Yin Huaizhu had asked the waiter to bring from the table in front of her and calmly took a sip.
Wow! It tastes great! Even better than regular freshly squeezed juice!
Hang Suisui thanked Yin Huaizhu.
Upon hearing Hang Suisui's thanks, Yin Huaizhu nodded gently but did not reply.
Hang Suisui lowered her head and drank her juice, her mind still replaying her conversation with 001: "If it were really that easy, I wouldn't have gone through all this trouble to come here."
She can simply sit at home and wait for the results.
Given the circumstances today, even if the female lead has excuses and reasons, the male lead will not easily back down.
In the end, the male protagonist will still try his best to start over with the female protagonist as friends.
Then, under the guise of friendship, he pursued his sweetheart.
However, the key to this turning point does not lie with the male protagonist. No matter how hard he tries, it's all in vain if he's only enthusiastic.
The key lies with the female lead; she needs to be able to genuinely treat the male lead as a friend without any reservations.
Their relationship may only have a chance to develop further later on.
Hang Suisui smiled inwardly: [They'll come down and tell me; just watch me do it!]
Yin Huaizhu leaned back on the sofa, not urging Hang Suisui, who was drinking juice to hide her reverie. He slowly played with the crystal glass full of juice in his hand.
A crystal glass, sparkling and exquisitely shaped, was gently caressed by slender, fair fingers.
The glass is half-filled with brightly colored juice, its rich and vibrant color shimmering with an alluring luster, like a piece of silken brocade.
Those eyes, gazing into the cup, held a cold, emotionless warmth.
With a buzz, the phone lying face down on the table vibrated.
A hand with distinct knuckles picked up the phone from the table.
Just then, 001 suddenly said: "[They're here! They're coming down! They'll be getting off the elevator soon!]"
Hang Suisui immediately perked up, put down her juice, and got up.
Yin Huaizhu clicked on the column on the screen, which displayed the sender's text message: Assistant Liang.
Liang Gui: Around nine o'clock tonight, Miss Hang wanted to enter the restaurant, but was stopped outside because she did not have her card. She then went around into the maple forest and tried to enter through the back door, but failed. She then retreated back into the maple forest and only came out after the boss went in.
Tonight at 8 PM, Huo Zhou…
Just as she was reading this, Yin Huaizhu caught a glimpse of a swaying hem of clothing out of the corner of her eye. She turned her wrist, holding the phone, to avoid being seen by Hang Suisui, and then turned off the phone screen.
"Do me a favor, can I borrow it for a moment?"
After speaking, before Yin Huaizhu could refuse, Hang Suisui sat down next to him.
"No matter what I say or do later, don't be surprised or afraid. You don't need to pay attention to me. Just watch from the side."
After quickly giving her instructions, Hang Suisui kept her eyes fixed on the elevator entrance, waiting for the person to come out.
Remembering the text message she hadn't finished reading, Yin Huaizhu's eyes narrowed slightly.
Even before he finished reading the text message, he could roughly understand what was going on.
Huo Zhou?
If he remembers correctly, he is this Miss Hang's fiancé, right?
Is this a case of catching someone in the act of adultery?
No, it should be resentment.
"bite-----!"
The elevator doors slowly opened, and Huo Zhou gestured for Qin Yu to exit first.
As the two walked to the edge of the spiral staircase on the terrace, Qin Yu suddenly stopped.
Huo Zhou, whose mind was always on Qin Yu, naturally noticed this detail as well.
Following Qin Yu's gaze, they saw Hang Suisui sitting on the sofa, who had been watching them ever since they came out.
What's this woman doing here?
Seeing that both of them were looking at her, Hang Suisui leaned back, her body slightly pressed against Yin Huaizhu who was standing next to her, and greeted Qin Yu warmly.
"What a coincidence, my sister is here too. Come and sit down, come on in."
001: Why does the host speak with such a teasy tone?
Huo Zhou, who had already looked away, frowned upon hearing Hang Suisui's words.
Is this woman going to make things difficult for Qin Yu again?
He looked impatiently in Hang Suisui's direction again, but this glance made his eyes widen and he froze on the spot!
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