A classmate's quarrel, a few words and a free time
With the experience of the previous cocktail party, Xue Jiuyue didn't worry too much about the class reunion scheduled for Friday night. Because Cheng Qing was out of town on business, Zeng Le became Xue Jiuyue's favorite. The theme of this party was also to welcome Zeng Le to Xialin.
After all, she wasn't as familiar with Cheng Qing as he was, so Xue Jiuyue could only ask Zeng Le indirectly, "Zeng Le, thank you for your help that day."
"Don't be polite. Mr. Qian is still my benefactor. I have to follow him closely." Zeng Le misunderstood.
Xue Jiuyue went along with it and said, "That time, Cheng Qing also asked you to send her off. I feel bad for always bothering you. Let's have a few more drinks later!"
"We're all classmates, isn't that what should happen? Especially since it's Xiaoqing."
"Why, is there something different about Xiaoqing? Are you guys?"
Zeng Le blushed, holding her chin with one hand, almost raising her orchid finger, "Nothing, nothing! Aren't you two best friends? Just ask her."
"She's on a business trip, isn't she? You told me the same thing."
Unable to resist Xue Jiuyue's questioning, Zeng Le could only stammer, "Anyway, everything is pretty good."
"I'm asking, asking..." Facing a boy, Xue Jiuyue was too shy to speak.
"I promised Xiaoqing to keep it a secret. If you want to know anything, just ask her! Old classmate, don't make things difficult for me. I'll drink one glass of wine as punishment, okay? No, three glasses will do!"
The class meeting would be boring if the students could not explain the reason, and Xue Jiuyue did not want to listen to a group of students criticizing her "every inch of time". However, some self-righteous or nitpicking remarks still floated around.
Fortunately, Ai Mu came over to distract her.
"Xiaoyue, I won't hide it from you. I gathered all of Xia Lin's classmates together this time because I wanted to clarify the misunderstanding I caused you. I was hesitant about how to explain it before, but now I think I should just apologize publicly."
Ai Mu had changed a lot since their last chat, and her attitude today made Xue Jiuyue particularly happy. "Oh, is it that serious? I don't care at all. 'We don't live in the eyes of others, we don't live in the mouths of others, we only live in our own hearts.' People who don't care about me can think whatever they want. What's more, because of this incident, I have a good friend like you, I'm lucky."
"Since we're best friends, I have to protect you even more and make this clear to everyone."
"Really, there's no need, my dear friend. I have to protect your reputation, right? And the more I explain, the worse it will get." Xue Jiuyue finally stopped Ai Mu by coaxing and threatening him.
However, she spared no effort in explaining to everyone during the conversation, "Don't be fooled by the small size of this cafe. The top bosses in Xialin's business community regularly hold cocktail parties here. The old couple Qiu from 'The Return of the Condor Heroes' are always here, and Mr. Qian, the home textile tycoon, is just an ordinary guest..."
The class reunion ended successfully, and it was not only Ai Mu who moved Xue Jiuyue.
Qiuxue, who had been home for half a month, looked in good spirits when she appeared on "Inch by Inch of Time" later in the weekend.
"Why do you feel so good? What have you gained?" Xue Jiuyue asked curiously.
"No, I packed everything away last night as you instructed. He should be back tomorrow. This morning, before I left, I filled the refrigerator with his favorite snacks, milk, and yogurt, all neatly arranged as usual. The rest is up to fate!"
"Has anything changed at home since you first returned?"
"Apart from the chaos, there haven't been any major changes, so I have some hope. My son doesn't know yet. I told him I was working outside the home, and he didn't expose it."
"These are all good news. The hard work will soon pay off!" Xue Jiuyue continued to encourage.
"Thank you, Xiaoyue. Without you, I really don't know how I would have gotten through these days..."
Perhaps the last social event had left a lasting impression on Qian Jianjun, as he hadn't had a single drinking party in the past few days. Except for yesterday, every day after work, he and Tu Xinyue would appear together at Inch of Time. However, as soon as they walked through the door, they dispersed and didn't interfere with each other.
Qian Jianjun would either stay alone or chat with Xue Jiuyue. Tu Xinyue, on the other hand, had a date every day. What Xue Jiuyue found unbelievable was that Tu Xinyue had been waiting for the same date every day since last Sunday.
Unlike her usual types, the boy had an ordinary appearance. He was burly and dressed fashionably, but his eyes were small, his lips were slightly thick, and his tanned complexion gave him a sturdy look, completely different from what Tu Xinyue had liked in the past.
After a passionate kiss, the ordinary-looking boy said goodbye first, leaving Tu Xinyue alone to stand in front of Xue Jiuyue.
"Sit down, why did you change your taste?"
Tu Xinyue did not answer, "Sister Yue, let me discuss something..."
"You tell me, I will do my best."
"The day after tomorrow night, I want to hold a party here."
"Oh? No problem. What's the topic?"
“Say goodbye to being single!”
"What?" Xue Jiuyue's jaw dropped in shock. "Because of that boy just now?"
"Yeah! I'm in love!"
"What's wrong with him that he could conquer you to the point of wanting to say goodbye to being single?"
"He's a conflicted rebel."
"A contradictory rebel?" Xue Jiuyue didn't quite understand.
"Well! He looks very ordinary, but when you chat with him, you will find that he is very traditional. His historical knowledge is so good that it is like a search engine. Sometimes you can feel that he is completely immersed in traditional culture.
But there is this person who has no virginity complex, wears dreadlocks on holidays, likes motorcycles and rock music, speaks English so fluently that he can even rap, and is also very familiar with Western culture. When he becomes avant-garde, I can't even keep up with him, but his heart is as strong as the sea and can accommodate everything!
He can actually pick up steak with chopsticks and enjoy a whiskey with peanuts and edamame, and he's perfectly content! He wears jeans and sneakers every day, yet he works in a government agency! If it weren't for his absolute technical superiority, he'd have been fired long ago for his attire.
He is compassionate and polite, but he can be cynical enough to swear, and then turn around and say sorry to a scumbag. He said that politeness is just my personal cultivation and has nothing to do with who you are.
The first time he greeted me was in a restaurant that day. He stared at me or my breasts for the entire meal. Later, he came over and said, "Your curves are so beautiful." The key point is that I didn't see any lust in his eyes, but rather admiration.
He could talk about the history and art of the simplest piece of porcelain, then casually throw it into the river and say it was released back into nature. He would play with the most ordinary piece of stone every day, and when asked why, he would just say it looked nice.
Even if we're just sitting here in this cafe, he can use his imagination and rich knowledge to make you feel like you're traveling around the world. I never thought living with him could be so fun!
He wasn't particularly wealthy, but I could always sense aristocratic qualities in him. He said that even if one was reduced to begging, one must remain noble and steadfast.
Tu Xinyue's long description gave Xue Jiuyue a very distinctive boy. She thought for a moment and said, "This is not aristocratic temperament, but a carefree one!"
"Xiaoyao?"
"Yes, it's the temperament prevalent among the literati of the Wei and Jin dynasties. Unconstrained by form, unconstrained by substance. They scorned etiquette and shocked the world, yet they adhered strictly to their own morals. They often expressed their feelings directly and unrestrainedly. They could turn poetry into life. No wonder they captivated you!"
"I kind of understand how to turn poetry into life. Sister Yue, I won't be abandoned, right? Artists' interests are often changeable." Tu Xinyue looked at Xue Jiuyue worriedly.
"Is this still the Tu Xinyue who claims to be able to keep men with her home-cooked food? Why is she losing her confidence just because she started caring?"
"A little bit. He's as profound as history, knowledgeable and all-knowing without being a bit nerdy. Sometimes he can be a little naughty. In front of him, I'm as shallow as a weed."
Xue Jiuyue thought of "Spit Star" for no reason, but it was just a thought. "You know, I'm not as experienced as you. No, I have no experience at all."
"Alas, doctors cannot help themselves, and you are very knowledgeable, so please help me analyze it, my dear Sister Yue."
"A person who is compassionate and cynical often shoulders a historical mission and responsibility. How could such a person be irresponsible to those around them? They may seem unethical, but when it comes to upholding their own boundaries, they are as ascetic as a monk."
"I understand, thank you Sister Yue!" Tu Xinyue was as happy as a child.
"Does he understand your situation?"
"If I don't ask, he never asks. He doesn't care about things like family background, income, or occupation that other boys care about. I had a boyfriend before, and it was me who took the initiative to tell him about having a bachelor party. He just said, 'Okay, life needs a sense of ritual.'"
Xue Jiuyue had little experience, having only watched some movies and read some books. It was inevitable that she was worried about Tu Xinyue, as this boy was so special. "He's so indifferent, is he just looking for fun?"
"I was scared too, so I asked him once."
"What did he say?"
"He was so handsome at that time, and he said it in a domineering manner, 'What does your history have to do with me? I love you now and in the future! If you cried, felt sad, or despaired before, it was my fault. I didn't show up earlier, and I won't do that again in the future. As for your family and career, are they important? If you are happy, you work. If you are not happy, I will support you!' Until now, he thinks I am just an assistant to the president." Tu Xinyue's eyes flashed with obsession as she recalled the past.
Xue Jiuyue inevitably became more cautious. "Life is not a work of literature after all. Daily necessities cannot be obtained with just a few words. I know your family background is enough for you two to live a carefree life, but if he has no ability to make a living, you will sooner or later despise him."
"Hehehe...it was uncle who helped me check his identity!"
"What's so special about it?"
"It's nothing special. He's actually a science and engineering guy. Uncle, you, and Mr. Qiu own a big data company. He contributed to the earliest algorithm and has shares, so it was easy for Uncle to help me find it."
"What a coincidence?!"
"Yeah. Those shares are worth some money now, which at least means he can support himself and me. But now he listens to his parents and works hard within the system, holding on to a stable job. That's why I think he's a conflicted rebel."
Seeing Tu Xinyue being as well-behaved as a kitten, Xue Jiuyue was sincerely happy for her and secretly decided to throw a party for this seemingly rebellious but kind-hearted little sister. "Tell me what kind of single party you want for the day after tomorrow. Time is a bit tight, so don't blame me if you can't prepare well."
"No need to prepare much, it's basically a party. I want to invite my best friends and any exes who can come to get together and say goodbye to being single! There might be background music and speeches, so it'll be lively and noisy, which may violate the restaurant's rules. I don't have any other special requirements. If the customers already in the restaurant don't mind, I don't need to clear the place."
"That's no problem. Do you have any requests for dishes, drinks, etc."
"No big request. You're my bestie, so you have to attend. And it would be perfect if I could have a drink with Ahem brother."
"oh?"
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