Chapter 292 Together?
Jiang Yuxu: "Is there anyone living next door?"
He bought that villa many years ago. Every time he moved in, there were few people in the community. He also had the impression that the door next door was always locked.
"Yes, there is. It's a Mr. Li." Song Yi told Jiang Yuxu about the help his neighbor had given him and mentioned that he liked cooking.
There was praise in every word.
Jiang Yuxu started the car. "It seems you have a good impression of this neighbor."
Song Yi: "Yeah, it seems like he's someone who understands life very well and is very meticulous."
Jiang Yuxu: "Are you single?"
As soon as he asked this, Song Yi knew what he meant, and said helplessly: "What are you thinking about."
Jiang Yuxu: "It's rare to hear you speak so highly of someone you just met."
Song Yi: "That's out of admiration. We haven't seen it before, so it's not what you think."
Jiang Yuxu: "Never seen it?"
Song Yi: "Yes."
When she mentioned this matter, she felt quite regretful. "Aunt Xu was the one who delivered the gifts. Mr. Li has a strong sense of boundaries and doesn't visit casually. I wanted to invite him to my house for dinner before he left, but I didn't have time."
Jiang Yuxu nodded, as if thinking about something, and always felt that there was something wrong with this neighbor.
Is it true that there are neighbors who send gifts every day without ever meeting each other? It sounds like they are deliberately avoiding each other.
However, since they were just strangers who had been together for a short period of time, Jiang Yuxu didn't think much about it.
——
Song Yi came back for the weekend and returned to school two days later.
She had already reported to the director in advance about returning to work, and the director adjusted the classes in advance. This semester, Song Yi teaches professional courses for juniors, and the class schedule is not as tight as before, so she can devote more energy to her professional title thesis.
The class on Monday was in the afternoon, but Song Yi still came to school early in the morning.
When he reached the office door, Song Yi unconsciously slowed down his pace and glanced inside through the window.
Fu Xijing seemed to be away.
After making the decision to come back to work, Song Yi was mentally prepared to continue working in the same office with Fu Xijing.
Song Yi pushed the door open and walked into the office. After sitting down, he began to prepare lessons.
It was soon past ten o'clock, but Fu Xijing still hadn't arrived.
Song Yi glanced at the time on the computer and suddenly remembered what Fu Xijing had said to her on WeChat a few days ago -
If it's because of me, I don't have to come to the office next semester.
It looks like he really doesn't plan to come.
Song Yi let out a long sigh.
That's fine.
She now didn't know how to get along with Fu Xijing. She always felt awkward in his presence, so it was better to avoid him.
Just as I thought of Fu Xijing, news about Fu Xijing came.
Fu Xijing: [I heard from the dean that you've returned to school.]
Song Yi: [Yes.]
Fu Xijing: [Focus on your work. I won't bother you.]
When he said this, I always felt that there was a sense of grievance between the lines.
Although Song Yi didn't want to face him every day, when he saw these words, he inexplicably felt that he was implicating others.
Song Yi: [Just work normally when you have classes.]
Fu Xijing: [I thought you didn't want to see me.]
Song Yi: [As long as you don't do anything inexplicable, that's all that's fine.]
Fu Xijing: [Okay, I have class on Friday.]
Song Yi: [No need to report to me.]
After replying to this message, Song Yi didn't plan to continue chatting with Fu Xijing.
She turned her phone to Do Not Disturb mode and continued preparing for class.
When Song Yi went to the cafeteria for lunch at noon, she found out that at eleven o'clock, Gu Zhongzhou sent her a WeChat message asking her about the meeting time.
He seems quite anxious. Is his family pushing him so hard?
However, Song Yi thought about the attitudes of Song Lansheng and Jiang Jiang, and felt that this meeting should indeed be put on the agenda.
Song Yi glanced at her schedule and replied, "Is Friday dinner okay? I don't want to go out on the weekend."
Gu Zhongzhou: [I’m available anytime.]
Song Yi: [You're so anxious.]
Gu Zhongzhou: [I can’t help it. My parents keep pushing me every day. I’m sorry to embarrass you.]
Song Yi: [How about Friday night? 6 o'clock is okay?]
Gu Zhongzhou: [No problem, I'll book the restaurant and send you the address.]
Song Yi replied with an "OK" expression, and the conversation between the two ended there.
——
The days back at school are much more fulfilling. After a few months of rest, Song Yi now enjoys this busy feeling.
A week passed in a flash, and before I knew it, it was Friday.
Song Yi's class was at 8 a.m., so after arriving at the office, she took her computer to the teaching building.
When I came back from class to drink water, Fu Xijing walked into the office.
Although the two of them had talked about this matter when they were chatting that day, Song Yi was still stunned when he suddenly saw Fu Xijing.
How long has it been since we last saw each other? Three months, or maybe even longer.
He hasn't changed much, still wearing a suit, and his every move exudes dignity, naturally maintaining a sense of distance from the surrounding environment.
While Song Yi was stunned, Fu Xijing had already walked to the office opposite.
"My class in the afternoon." Fu Xijing took the initiative and told Song Yi about his course schedule.
Song Yi came back to his senses after hearing his voice. He nodded and said to him, "Long time no see."
Fu Xijing smiled and said, "Yeah, it's been quite a long time."
He casually asked her, "How have you been these past few months?"
Song Yi nodded.
Fu Xijing stared at her face for a long time, "You look much better."
His gaze was burning, although not as aggressive as before, but Song Yi still felt a little uncomfortable being stared at and lowered his head silently.
Fortunately, Fu Xijing stopped staring at her. After a brief greeting, Fu Xijing sat down and went about his own business.
The office returned to silence, with only the occasional sound of typing on the keyboard.
The two people's workstations were facing each other, and Song Yi could see Fu Xijing's figure as soon as he raised his eyes.
He was sitting in front of the computer, looking very focused and serious.
Things had never been so peaceful when they worked together before.
Two hours passed quickly.
The bell rang at twelve o'clock, reminding Song Yi that it was time to have lunch.
She saved the document, closed the computer and stood up, just in time to meet Fu Xijing's eyes.
"Are you going to eat?" Fu Xijing also stood up and asked her naturally, "Together?"
Fu Xijing's expression was not offensive, so Song Yi nodded.
The two of them left the office one after the other, just like ordinary colleagues.
There were a lot of people in the staff cafeteria at noon, so Song Yi and Fu Xijing had to sit at the same table.
Song Yi and Fu Xijing had little to talk about. Fu Xijing probably saw that she didn't want to talk, so he tactfully didn't disturb her.
The two of them ate quietly.
While eating, Song Yi received another WeChat message from Gu Zhongzhou.
Gu Zhongzhou sent the address of the restaurant and asked: [Do you need me to pick you up?]
Song Yi: [No, I'm driving.]
Gu Zhongzhou: [Okay, then be careful on the road. See you at six o'clock.]
While Song Yi was chatting on his phone, Fu Xijing glanced at the screen calmly.
After seeing Gu Zhongzhou's name, he tightened his grip on the chopsticks.
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