Chapter 15: Entanglement...Dating a new partner?
In the afternoon, Tian Xingyu suddenly sent a message to Wen Nian.
Tian Xingyu: [Wen Nian, help! [Shu Q]]
Wen Nian: [What's wrong?]
Tian Xingyu: [Can you ask Xu Zhijian to change my schedule?! It's from 6am to 10pm. Even the oxen working in the fields don't get this tired. I really can't take it.]
[And that fat-reducing meal? They give me two meals a day! Pigs eat better than I do! Do you still want to live?!]
[If you don't save me, the next time you'll see a dark-skinned person, you'll be gone! (Going crazy)]
Accompanied by a string of emoticons: scratching one's ears and cheeks, kneeling on the ground in pain, sadness flowing like a river...
Even through the screen, Wen Nian could feel how heavy his resentment was.
[Okay, wait a minute, I'll ask for you.]
Being a star is not something that ordinary people can do.
She looked at Xu Zhijian, who was staring at the computer screen beside her and looked sleepy, with an indescribable look in her eyes.
Sure enough, people who are disliked will be disliked wherever they go.
He is indeed currently managing the schedules of some new artists.
"Hello, Xu Zhijian."
Xu Zhijian turned his head lazily: "What?"
"Tian Xingyu asked you to relax his schedule a little. It's too full and unreasonable."
As if he heard something unimportant, he stared at her for two seconds, said "oh", turned his head back, and continued to fiddle with a string of unknown code.
oh?
That's it?
Wen Nian took a deep breath and remained calm: "I looked at that watch, it's really unreasonable, you should change it as soon as possible."
One task after another is like a robot's work and rest schedule.
Xu Zhijian tapped away at the keyboard, his tone tinged with unease. "Really? Then why didn't he just come and tell me? Why did he have to ask you specifically? Are you his parent? Why are you being so nosy?"
"..." Wen Nian lowered his voice and said angrily: "I've already said that he is my senior, so of course he is more familiar with me."
"What kind of senior? He's so familiar, how come I don't know him?"
"It was the freshman student union. You weren't here yet."
No, why did she explain so much to him?
"Anyway, that's not the point. The point is that as a staff member, this kind of planning should be tailored to the needs of the artists and be arranged reasonably."
Wen Nian finally brought up the company regulations.
It would have been fine if he hadn't said anything, but once he did, Xu Zhijian's already confused mind became even more chaotic. In a fit of rage, he pulled out Tian Xingyu's schedule file from the desk, and Kuku had added another item.
"Even before he knew me. Fine, since we're old acquaintances, I'll revise it for him."
When saying this, he had already started leaving a message under the file: Idols should have self-awareness. Controlling your daily routine and diet is for your own good. If you don't obey, get out.
Sent it to his agent.
Thinking that he really made the changes, Wen Nian reported the success to Tian Xingyu.
After get off work, Wen Nian was dragged into the car by Xu Zhijian again.
She couldn't do anything about it, nor could she scream and shout to make others laugh at her. Apart from calling the police, she couldn't think of any other way to resist him.
In the car, Xu Zhijian turned the steering wheel: "Since we live together and work in the same company, I can just drive you to and from get off work from now on."
Wen Nian scoffed.
She would rather take the bus than ride in his car.
After a while, she thought of something and looked at him seriously: "Xu Zhijian."
"Um?"
"I'm telling you again, it's over between us. It's useless for you to move into my house. There's no need to waste your time on me."
"Move to your house?" Xu Zhijian grasped the key point: "Sure, when will you move?"
“…”
You just pick what you like to listen to, right?
Too lazy to talk to him anymore, Wen Nian looked out the car window.
He thoughtfully opened the window for her.
Today's evening breeze brought a little chill. Under the dim sky, people were coming and going on the roadside, and the setting sun cast a thin layer of red on the girl's fair face.
Xu Zhijian glanced at her and saw a thin back like a cicada's wing. He lost his mind for a moment: "Wen Nian, don't you find that I am different from before?"
She leaned back in her chair, silent for a while, her voice full of impatience: "Yes, after not seeing you for a year, Master Xu's driving speed has dropped a lot. What, you don't want to pretend anymore?"
He never knew how to drive seriously. I remember one time on a rainy day, he took her to ride a motorcycle. She was almost scared to death halfway through the journey, but the more he shouted, the more excited he drove.
From that day on, she vowed never to ride in his car again.
It’s a pity that it didn’t come true.
Xu Zhijian hissed softly, "Wen Nian, stop being so sarcastic. Wasn't it you who told me I was a pretentious guy that I should change? It's not like I've changed now. I'm asking what's different about me on the inside."
Wen Nian said in annoyance: "I'm not a worm in your stomach, how can I know what's going on inside you?"
"..." Xu Zhijian choked, "That's right."
I originally wanted to say that my temper has improved, but now I don’t know where to start.
I saw the car heading in the opposite direction of home at the turn.
Wen Nian immediately got angry and glared at him: "What are you doing! Aren't you going home?!"
"Have a meal."
"Who wants to eat with you? I want to go home!"
"No, I don't have water at home, so I can't cook. Otherwise, you can cook for me."
Wen Nian frowned: "Then pack up and go back."
"I'm too lazy to clean up."
...You...Wen Nian wanted to vent but was speechless.
How lazy.
She sighed, realizing a truth with great clarity—
Keep the driving rights firmly in your own hands.
The car finally stopped outside a hot pot restaurant.
Xu Zhijian opened the car door and said, "Get out."
Wen Nian tilted her head, anger written all over her face: "I'm not going."
"Now that we're here." He bent down, unbuckled her seatbelt, and pleaded, "Give me some face."
She doesn't speak.
Helpless, he had to carry her down.
Wen Nian hurriedly flapped her legs and jumped off him, fearing that she would be laughed at.
As he dragged her into the store, she lowered her voice and scolded him, "I already told you I'm not going. Why do you like forcing people? You're such a bitch!"
Xu Zhijian didn't care even though she scolded him all the way.
"Hello, may I ask what you may need? Here is our menu."
After sitting down, Xu Zhijian ordered a few dishes and pushed the menu to Wen Nian inside: "What do you want to eat?"
Wen Nian was still fiddling with his phone without saying a word, his anger almost solidifying into substance.
He pursed his lips and handed the menu to the waiter: "Two more glasses of blueberry juice."
After all the dishes were served, Xu Zhijian cooked a little of each and placed them on Wen Nian's plate one by one.
"These are all your favorites, try them."
No one answered.
He held his chin, looked at her leisurely, and a smirk spread across his face: "Okay, you've watched this video at least five times."
Wen Nian's hand froze, and he glared at him angrily, "Eat yours!"
"No, I won't give you the first bite. I'm afraid you'll come after me."
"…Are you mentally ill?"
"Do you want to eat?"
"No--"
Before he could finish, he felt something warm at the corner of his lips, and then it left him immediately.
She was startled and jumped back a distance, looking at him unreasonably. She held it in for a long time until her face turned red, but she couldn't utter a word.
***
I cursed in my mind, using all the dirty words I knew.
"You're being really rude." Xu Zhijian said innocently, "If you don't want to eat it, I can only use the old method."
Help! Someone come and beat this beast to death!
Wen Nian finally picked up the chopsticks and quickly stuffed them into his mouth.
Looking at her angry look, Xu Zhijian laughed and decided not to tease her anymore, so he focused on eating.
The previous inference was correct. Once Xu Zhijian knew everything about me, my good days would be over and I wouldn't be able to escape.
For the next week, Wen Nian saw this person swaying in front of him almost every day.
Life is so hard.
He had been planning to move to another house, but suddenly thought that with his ability, he would probably be able to find her again in no time, so he gave up the idea.
—
On the plane, Duan Shuangyue listened to her description and replied: "Are you being so persistent? Someone like Xu Zhijian is actually capable of such a shameful act. There really are all kinds of birds in the forest."
"So what are you going to do? I don't know what happened back then, but I support any decision you make. No matter how wealthy he is, I can get someone to beat him up right now with just the command of yours!"
Wen Nian had never told anyone about the grudge between her and Xu Zhijian. Even Duan Shuangyue only knew that her low mood before she lost contact was related to exams and love.
I know even less about Xu Zhijian. I have only seen him in Wen Nian’s circle of friends. However, because I am face-blind, I have never remembered what he looks like. Now I have forgotten it completely. He seems to be a handsome guy.
However, regardless of right or wrong, all men who are eliminated by my best friend are regarded as enemies and it is right to scold them.
You absolutely cannot be spineless in this matter.
For this reason, she also specifically declined another invitation from Xu Zhijian's mother and did not plan to give Xu Xiaoyu painting lessons anymore.
Humph, she wants to let them know that no woman who offends her will have a good ending!
Upon hearing this, Wen Nian quickly replied: [Not necessarily. We can't let him cut off your financial resources.]
Duan Shuangyue: [It doesn't matter. Your sister and I are the ones who lack those two sons. How could it be possible? I already found a new employer. (Stylish)]
[So what should we do? Do you need my advice?]
Wen Nian thought for a moment: "I don't know either. I originally wanted to handle it calmly, but he acted as if nothing had happened and kept teasing me with all sorts of tricks."
He only listens to what he likes about me, and he's like a blind man. A year has passed, and nothing has changed. But every time I see that face of his, I get so angry I can't help it.
Duan Shuangyue: [Oh my god, this is really infuriating. Tsk tsk, this is a once-in-a-century opportunity. How did you end up with a man like this? He can't leave... I can only find a way to make him give up on his own initiative.]
[Oh, I have it. Otherwise, you can pretend to get back together with him, then show him some of your shortcomings and make him dislike you.]
After all, rich people like them are all looking for novelty, excitement, and challenges. If you ignore him, he might even feel better. It's better to give in. Once he gets bored, he might let you go.
Wen Nian almost choked on his water after going over the plan in his mind.
Shen Wan, who was sitting opposite her, asked gently, "What's wrong? Are you feeling unwell?"
"It's okay, I just got distracted." She took two pieces of paper and wiped her wet chin.
Shen Wan nodded, glanced at the time, and couldn't help but jump for joy: "It's only half an hour left, hold on."
"Yeah." Wen Nian smiled slightly.
They are going to S City.
It was said that a wealthy man there was getting married and had chartered the Xili cruise ship. Shen Wan was invited and took her along.
It happened to be the weekend, and there was no need for an exorbitantly priced boat ticket, so Wen Nian agreed.
The most important thing is to get some peace and quiet - I finally don’t have to see Xu Zhijian again for the next few days.
Even the air became extremely comfortable.
She looked at her phone again and replied to Duan Shuangyue: [No, with his temper, he will definitely take advantage of me.]
Before he could even hate me, I was eaten up by him.
The gain does not outweigh the loss.
Duan Shuangyue: [Then... find a new partner?]
Wen Nianxin's heart skipped a beat.
Want to date...someone new?
She hadn't thought about this situation.
Duan Shuangyue: [Since you're going to have no contact with him anyway, why not demonstrate your resolve with concrete actions? He shouldn't interfere with other people's relationships, no matter what.]
...It seems to be true.
Xu Zhijian is a very face-conscious person.
He would chase after her and pester her only because he was used to it and had no baggage in front of her. I don't think anyone else would do that.
But she doesn't want to fall in love for the time being. Even if she does, it will probably be a long time before she finds a reliable person whom she doesn't love and plans to get married.
After all, loving someone is too painful.
Being with someone you don’t love can save you a lot of trouble. You can let go easily and you can also have someone to keep you company and share your happiness.
Although she prefers unbridled passion, it has to be admitted that she is more suited to ordinary life.
Just like her parents taught her since she was a child.
I'll think about it.
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