As it turns out, true love is something that can only be encountered by chance.
Pei Ruoyun's dating ad had no effect.
More than half a year passed, and Pei Zhi still hadn't found a partner.
He spent all his time in the laboratory, racking his brains, thinking about how to contribute to the medical field.
Meanwhile, in the height of summer, Jiang Cheng's company launched a game that immediately became a sensation, making Lingmeng Technology Company a rising star in the domestic online gaming industry.
The young talent was at the height of his fame, and financial reporters were contacting him in droves, eager to interview him.
Ultimately, the opportunity was given to a well-known financial program in the industry.
The reporter conducting the interview was a shrewd and capable-looking middle-aged woman.
The reporter did thorough preparation before the interview, including researching Jiang Cheng's entrepreneurial history and his student days.
Upon learning that he had to rely on scholarships and odd jobs to make ends meet during high school, the reporter had a keen sense of what to expect. She knew that this was a perfect template for viewers who enjoyed inspirational stories.
They enjoy hearing stories of penniless young men who are misunderstood and looked down upon, but eventually rise above their circumstances.
They enjoyed hearing him complain about how difficult and pitiful his journey had been, and that it evoked empathy in them.
Of course, many successful entrepreneurs are also willing to tell their stories, even embellishing them to give themselves a narrative that emphasizes both genius and hard work, using stories to enhance their image and market their persona.
But when reporters asked about his student days and entrepreneurial journey, Jiang Cheng's answer surprised everyone.
“I don’t think my student days were difficult; on the contrary, I think they were a very happy time,” he said.
The reporter in front of him was visibly taken aback.
Jiang Cheng's gaze softened, as if he were recalling some beautiful memory. He continued, "Because it was during that time that my wife spent with me."
"The process of starting a business is not hard. As long as you think about the dream you want to achieve, you don't feel it's hard at all."
His tone was no longer as cold as before; instead, it carried a hint of gentleness.
The reporter looked at him, the initial surprise turning into curiosity.
She immediately changed the subject: "Is your dream... to lead Reimu to become the top game company in the country?"
The reporter is highly skilled. Since they couldn't uncover the hardships they wanted, the ambitious aspirations of young talents are a great headline story.
Unexpectedly, Jiang Cheng shook his head.
"What I wanted to achieve, I already achieved long ago."
The reporter was stunned. Then, she saw Jiang Cheng slowly raise his hand, revealing a ring on his finger that gleamed with metallic luster.
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No one had imagined before the interview that the story that would end up making the front page would be the love story of a tech tycoon.
But humans are naturally gossipy, and this interview instantly went viral online. That day, Pei Xi overheard two new female students discussing the video in the lab.
Wow, that's really early marriage.
"His wife must be amazing. You can see the smile on his face when he talks about her."
"I never expected that someone who looks so cold would actually be so love-obsessed."
When will God grant me a boyfriend who's obsessed with romance?
"I want one too..."
Pei Xi listened silently, cleaning the experimental equipment without daring to utter a sound.
My phone chimed; someone had sent me a message.
Pei Xi dried his hands, took out his phone, saw the message, and suddenly smiled.
"I got off work early today, so I'll pick you up from school."
She replied to the message, then quickened her pace. As she finished cleaning the last test tube, the junior student next to her suddenly spoke up: "Senior, want to walk together later? Want to have dinner together?"
Pei Xi smiled and shook his head, "You two go together, someone will come to pick me up later."
"Your boyfriend?" Another female student asked gossipy, leaning over and winking.
The two had just arrived and were unaware that Pei Xi was already married.
She shook her head and said, "He's my husband."
The junior student's eyes widened instantly, utterly shocked. "Senior, you're married?!"
Pei Xi raised an eyebrow and nodded.
Then he raised his hand and showed them the ring on his ring finger.
The junior student covered her mouth in surprise, looking utterly incredulous. "Are all good-looking people like you getting married so young?!"
Pei Xi smiled and said half-jokingly, "When fate comes, you can't stop it."
As soon as he finished speaking, his phone beeped again.
Pei Xi glanced at them, and a smile instantly spread across her face. She quickly took off her lab coat and said to the two junior students, "My husband is here, I'm leaving now."
The two female students nodded and waved to her, "Goodbye, senior."
Pei Xi strode downstairs, his steps filled with excitement. As soon as he stepped out the door, he saw a tall figure standing under the tree.
Pei Xi walked to his side, a smile spreading across her face, her tone unconsciously carrying a hint of coquettishness: "Why didn't you wait for me in the car?"
"Come out for some fresh air." Jiang Cheng said as he raised his hand to smooth the slightly messy strands of hair on her head, then lowered his hand and gently touched her face.
Pei Xi wrapped her arms around his waist, gently hugged him, and snuggled into his embrace.
Unbeknownst to the two, upstairs, two little heads were peering out the window, witnessing the entire scene clearly.
"My senior's husband is so handsome! It's true, beautiful women look best with handsome men..."
"Yes, the two of them look like celebrities."
"But speaking of which, why does my senior's husband look so familiar?"
"I think I feel the same way..."
"Holy crap, isn't that...!!"
"Holy crap, it really seems like it!! It can't be such a coincidence!!"
The two turned their heads instantly and stared at each other, wide-eyed.
After a two-second silence, the two turned back to look at the two figures leaving downstairs.
"They're a perfect match, so perfectly matched."
"That makes sense, absolutely makes sense."
The two little heads were pressed against the window, sighing and watching the beautiful couple walk away with reluctance.
...
"What do you want to eat tonight? I'll make it for you." Jiang Cheng gently put his arm around Pei Xi's shoulder and asked her while stroking her hair.
"Scrambled eggs with tomatoes." Pei Xi turned his head to look at him.
"Anything else?"
Pei Xi frowned in thought, then opened his eyes wide. "Salt and pepper ribs, do you know how to make them?"
Jiang Cheng raised an eyebrow. "No difficulty."
Pei Xi chuckled, took his arm, and gave him a starry-eyed look, "My husband is so amazing~"
Jiang Cheng smiled faintly, "There are even more amazing ones."
Pei Xi was taken aback, "...Wh...what?"
Jiang Cheng raised his hand and gently touched her face with the back of his fingers. "Why is your face red? What are you thinking about?"
"I don't!"
"Yes, you don't, but I do."
"...What do you have?"
"What do you think, baby? Come on, let's go home quickly."
"Hmm..."
...
——【Xi & Cheng's Side Story Complete】——
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