Letting out a long sigh of relief, Cheng Yanzheng realized that he had talked far too much today.
He was usually the taciturn and dignified CEO, but perhaps he was emotionally affected, or perhaps Jiang Tian's gaze was too gentle, because he said so much that night.
After he finished speaking, he actually felt a little tired.
Jiang Tian looked at him: "So, are you still going to pretend to be deaf and dumb and play the role of the eldest son?"
Cheng Yanzheng nodded.
Putting everything else aside, both sets of elders treated him quite well. Even if Cheng Yuanshan and Luo Nianzhen didn't treat him well, at least they gave him the company.
Feelings are complicated and hard to explain; when blood ties are involved, it becomes an even bigger mess.
“If Mom calls you during this time, don’t go there. Although I can’t sever family ties, you don’t have to suffer along with her.”
Cheng Yanzheng told Jiang Tian earnestly.
Jiang Tian quietly said to him, "Cheng Yanzheng, you live a really tiring life."
Cheng Yanzheng's mind went blank for a moment; he was suddenly struck by a blow.
After a long while, he managed to force a smile: "Who can live a life without getting tired?"
"You confine yourself to rules and regulations, for the sake of responsibility, for the expectations of others, for the beliefs instilled in you since childhood, even if you are doing things you don't like, you still have to grit your teeth and persevere. Even if you sacrifice your own marriage, you still pretend that nothing happened. I guess even now that you are the president of the group, you don't feel very happy, because the career you want to pursue has nothing to do with the job you are currently doing."
Cheng Yanzheng remained silent for a long time.
She was right.
He never intended to be a wealthy heir. From a young age, he was taught to be down-to-earth. He lived a simple life and didn't need fancy clothes, watches, or top-of-the-line sports cars.
But one cannot be ungrateful for the blessings one has.
He's already been pulled back to reality; there's no point in reminiscing about that exhilarating and proud life he had every day.
There's no going back, there's no going back.
People need to look forward.
"It's too late, you should go to sleep. I'll clean up the table."
Cheng Yanzheng stood up and lowered his head to carry the plate.
Both of them knew that he was deliberately changing the subject.
Jiang Tian asked him from behind, "What are your hobbies?"
Cheng Yanzheng turned his head and looked at her with some confusion.
"Didn't you say we're friends? I can't interfere in your family life, but if you have any hobbies, I can go with you to do them. I can understand your views, but I don't accept them. However, from a friend's perspective, you have a very good character, and I look forward to us becoming true friends."
"Please give me a chance to accompany you in doing things you truly enjoy."
Faced with Jiang Tian's bright eyes, Cheng Yanzheng was speechless for a moment.
He couldn't explain how he felt right now.
He knew how aloof this woman was.
She has been back in China for quite some time, but during this time, she has not made a single friend.
She is very good at being alone. Whenever she is alone in a space, that space seems to automatically form a world that no one else can enter.
Today, she actually agreed to be friends with him.
Cheng Yanzheng clearly realized that Jiang Tian was not just going through the motions this time; she genuinely considered him a friend.
Even if it was out of pity, she still accepted him.
"Are you really willing to stay with me?"
After a moment of silence, Cheng Yanzheng asked.
Jiang Tian nodded: "I can't break the law. I want to be a law-abiding citizen."
A slight smile appeared in Cheng Yanzheng's eyes.
Half an hour later, the two got out of the car.
Looking at the distant mountains, Jiang Tian, wearing a long trench coat and sneakers, couldn't help but glance at the tall man next to her: "Your hobby is quite ordinary, but people who don't exercise enough may not necessarily become your friends."
Cheng Yanzheng looked more relaxed than usual: "Can you do it?"
Jiang Tian couldn't help but chuckle: "Don't underestimate me, I'm a big sports enthusiast. Let's have a race and see who climbs to the top of the mountain first!"
When Cheng Yanzheng is feeling down, he goes hiking alone.
This is the first time someone has been willing to climb a mountain with him.
Since he had chosen to climb at night, Cheng Yanzheng picked a mountain that wasn't particularly difficult.
Seeing Jiang Tian's slender and tall figure walk in front of him, Cheng Yanzheng didn't even realize that he had a smile on his face.
Then, as if they were competing against each other, the two of them inexplicably started a contest.
Cheng Yanzheng didn't expect Jiang Tian to be so competitive; when she said she wanted to compete with him, she wasn't joking.
She was indeed in great physical condition. Even after climbing for an hour, Jiang Tian was still in the mood to chat and laugh with him, and even crack some jokes and provoke him.
Cheng Yanzheng rarely invites others to go hiking because he does it unpredictably.
Even though it was the first time someone had accompanied him on a mountain hike, he wasn't annoyed by being disturbed; instead, he felt indescribably...pleasant.
Ultimately, Cheng Yanzheng's speed was half an hour faster than the last time.
The two players are considered to have tied.
Jiang Tian respects the competition, so Cheng Yanzheng won't let her win; that would be disrespectful to her.
Perhaps it was fate that they arrived at the summit at the same time.
"Your physical condition is really good."
While supporting herself on her knees to regain her strength, Jiang Tian looked up slightly and praised him with a smile.
Cheng Yanzheng doesn't like to show his emotions, but he admits that he felt a certain kind of happiness.
He looked at Jiang Tian earnestly and said, "Thank you."
Both of them knew exactly what he was thanking them for.
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