As soon as I went out, I saw Jiang Lai's car.
"Sorry to have kept you waiting."
I got into the car with a smile on my face.
Jiang Lai started the car and smiled ambiguously, "I understand."
I fastened my seatbelt, feeling a bit embarrassed to talk about this kind of topic, especially since I was the protagonist of the topic.
I changed the subject and asked, "Tell me the truth, have you really given up on Chi Zhan?"
Jiang Lai raised his hand and swore, "It couldn't be more true. Pearl is not as true as me."
Then I won’t say some things.
Once I'm sure what Chi Zhan means, it won't be too late for me to speak when the time comes.
…
Chi Zhan waited at the Banshan Teahouse for a whole day.
Didn't wait for Jiang Lai.
Jin Jun Mei is originally used to reduce internal heat, but the more you drink it, the more internal heat you get.
If I had known this earlier, I would have gone to a bar.
But he felt that a bar was not a place for formal conversation after all.
Now, I have made myself embarrassed.
"Drinking tea alone?"
Chi Zhan knew who it was just by hearing the casual and annoying voice without even raising his eyelids.
Zhou Fang sat down opposite him, poured himself a cup of tea, took a sip, and teased him, "Tsk, it seems you've been quite irritable these past two days."
Chi Zhan glanced at him indifferently, "Are you okay?"
Zhou Fang leaned back in his chair and laughed, "I mean, your fever hasn't subsided yet, so of course you're angry."
He knew clearly why Chi Zhan was asking, but he refused to mention it. Chi Zhan could no longer sit still and stood up to ask.
Zhou Fang raised his hand and knocked on the table. "Come on, stop sulking. My wife's birthday is in two months and my daughter's birthday is coming up soon. Can you do me a favor?"
Chi Zhan refused, "I'm busy."
After rejecting it, I realized something was wrong, "You don't want to..."
Zhou Fang nodded calmly: "Yeah."
Chi Zhan: "..."
…
Jiang Lai took me to the outskirts of the city.
I was a little surprised. "Is this where you try on dresses?"
Jiang Lai nodded. "This dress is from the Republic of China era. It witnessed a very loving couple. During that war, when love was not the sole decision and nine out of ten relationships were tragic, they fell in love freely and eventually walked into the marriage hall, hand in hand for more than ten years."
"I wish you happiness and a happy family. I think this dress suits you very well. It looks very similar to your original draft."
"The old couple are no longer alive. Now it's one of their great-grandchildren who is looking at the dress. This is where they used to live."
I asked, "You wouldn't ask us to make alterations to such a memorable dress, right?"
Jiang Lai snapped his fingers and said, "No."
"When they left, they said they could make minor changes, but not major alterations that would completely change the original appearance."
I understood what he said and asked, "Mr. Jiang, how did you get them to borrow the dress?"
Jiang Lai smiled, "They didn't want to borrow it at first because they couldn't make major changes. They were also worried that the borrower wouldn't keep their promise and damage the dress. But after I showed them your photo, they agreed."
"Why?"
I don't understand.
Jiang Lai pulled me into the room.
The host came forward and said, "From the photos, this lady's temperament is somewhat similar to my ancestors. Now that I see her, the similarity is even more apparent. I'm sure this dress will suit you very well."
Jiang Lai winked at me and said to the host: "Then let's try on the dress first?"
"That house."
The host pointed.
Jiang Lai took me into the room and closed the door behind him.
The first thing I saw was a dress hanging in the middle of the room.
"This is exactly what I imagined." I couldn't put it down.
Jiang Laiyu: "I knew you would like it, try it now."
I put on the dress layer by layer in order.
I thought it would get stuck at the waistline, and I wanted to take a breath to let Jiang Lai button it for me first.
Once I borrow the dress, I'll lose some weight and it will be perfect for my wedding day.
But I found that there was no sense of urgency.
"It fits pretty well. It doesn't look like it needs alterations. I can probably loosen it up a bit around the bust when I get the chance."
Jiang Lai turned to me in the mirror and said in amazement: "It really suits you so well! So beautiful!"
I looked at myself in the mirror and was very satisfied. This was how I wanted the dress to look.
I knew that men's suit would look great on Zhou Fang without him having to try it on.
"I don't think it needs to be altered. The bust area looks a little tight right now, but it will get smaller after a while."
Jiang Lai understood, she opened the door and greeted the host.
The owner came in and his eyes lit up. "It's like it was made just for you."
Then, she said: "I don't want to borrow this dress..."
"Hey, why don't you lend it even though it's tailor-made? Didn't we already agree on this?" Jiang Lai was puzzled.
The host quickly explained: "I want to give it as a gift."
"When our ancestors died, they left a message saying they were looking for someone with a predestined relationship, but we don't know what it means to be with someone with a predestined relationship. Only after meeting this young lady today did I understand."
"Yes, yes, this is fate."
Jiang Lai was happy for a moment, but after exchanging glances with me, he said, "But there is no reward without merit..."
The host quickly waved his hands and said, "They are just two pieces of clothing. They have been worn for a long time and look like they are valuable. In fact, they are nothing."
How could it be nothing?
The workmanship is extremely delicate, and the silk thread and fabric used are very particular.
At first glance, it was obvious that they were a wealthy family at that time.
I said, "Some things cannot be measured by value. This dress is still well preserved and still has its charm. It can be seen that you cherish it."
"Although it cannot be measured by value, I still can't accept it..."
The host waved his hand and said, "If you really feel bad about giving it to someone destined for you, then please agree to one of my requests."
"You say."
"I will take good care of this dress. I hope I can meet someone who is destined to wear it from you."
"Tuo."
I stopped refusing and agreed.
On the way back, I kept holding the two dresses and was reluctant to let go.
Jiang Lai looked at me and smiled, "You have to thank me for this."
I nodded. “Of course.”
…
When I returned to Lijingyuan, as soon as I got out of the elevator, I heard the sound of renovation work coming from next door.
Jiang Lai also heard it and said, "If I had known it was sold next door, I would have gritted my teeth and bought it so that we could be neighbors.
"I'm back."
Jiang Lai and I had just sat down when my mother came in holding Sui Sui, smiling.
"Did you hear the renovations next door?"
I chuckled, "Mom, are you bringing Sui Sui to watch the fun?"
My mother shook her head. "No, I want to see our house."
"What?"
Jiang Lai and I asked the question at the same time.
My mother explained, "Originally, I wanted you to move to Yuncheng, but Zhou Fang definitely didn't want to. I wanted to buy a house nearby so it would be more convenient to take care of the children and give you and Zhou Fang some space. But Zhou Fang felt the current house was too small, so we bought the house next door and connected it up. That way, we can each have our own space, making it more convenient to take care of the children, and the children can have more space to play."
I originally thought they were exaggerating, putting those entertainment facilities in the house.
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