Chapter 116: Fate

The North City at night is brightly lit, like a city that never sleeps. There are many entertainment venues on the most prosperous streets in the city.

The most famous of them is the Blue Whale Club, which is located in the center of the street and has become the most dazzling presence in the city.

Walking into the Blue Whale Club, you will be greeted by a luxurious atmosphere. The decoration style here is extremely exquisite, and every detail shows nobility and elegance.

The waiters in the club are all dressed in uniform, have elegant manners and provide attentive service.

The customers who consume here are either rich or noble, and most of them have huge wealth and high status.

For ordinary people, such a place is simply an unattainable dream.

Because the consumption level here is extremely high, ordinary families may not be able to afford it in their lifetime.

But it is precisely this high threshold that makes the Blue Whale Club a gathering place for wealthy people in North City.

These wealthy people can enjoy high-end services and entertainment programs here, and at the same time make more powerful friends.

However, all this is beyond the reach of ordinary people.

In the luxurious box, there were two people sitting there, Xiao Jingyan and Lu Ran.

Lu Ran handed Xiao Jingyan a gift bag, "This is the gratitude gift from the girl we rescued that day. I'll accept it for you."

Xiao Jingyan shook the glass lightly but didn't take it. "No need, keep it!"

"No matter what, it's a gift from the girl, and I've seen the things. They look good and match your temperament. We each have one, so why would I want yours? Don't worry, it's just a gift, I won't pester you."

As Lu Ran said this, he put the things on the table in front of Xiao Jingyan. Seeing that he didn't say anything else, he knew that he had accepted it.

Lu Ran recalled the scene when he saw the two people at that time, and couldn't help but sighed: "In fact, we have a good relationship with those two girls. Do you remember the house you asked me to help you rent last time?"

Xiao Jingyan nodded and took a sip of the wine in the glass.

Lu Ran continued, "It's the home of the friend of the girl we rescued. You've been living there for a while. Have you met the landlord?"

Xiao Jingyan shook his head, indicating that he had never met the landlord.

Lu Ran smiled and continued, "Haha, it's also because you don't live together. But then again, that little girl's friends all look pretty cute."

Xiao Jingyan frowned slightly, seemingly uninterested in this topic, but still responded politely: "Oh, really?"

Lu Ran didn't seem to notice Xiao Jingyan's cold attitude, and still said excitedly: "Yes, they are completely different types, one is outgoing and the other is reserved, one has a bright appearance and the other has a delicate appearance. The two girls are of different types, and I don't know how they became good friends."

Xiao Jingyan didn't know what he was thinking about. He coughed and interrupted Lu Ran: "Why, who are you interested in now?"

Lu Ran waved his hand and said, "Don't talk nonsense. I just think they are cute. However, I am very curious, with a personality like yours, Xiao Jingyan, what kind of girls would you like?" After saying that, he looked at Xiao Jingyan with curious eyes.

Xiao Jingyan put down his wine glass and said calmly, "I'm not interested in relationships. Now I just want to work hard. Also, no matter if you really like that person or not, don't mention me, not even my name."

Lu Ran sighed, "You are always so cold. Be careful that you may not be able to find a girlfriend in the future." He thought to himself, it would be great if Xiao Jingyan could be as enthusiastic and cheerful as him.

Seeing Xiao Jingyan's serious and suspicious face, he rolled his eyes and said, "Don't worry, we had a lot of topics to talk about during dinner today. I mentioned you in one sentence. I didn't tell them your name, nor did I mention that you rented the house from someone else. It's not easy for that girl. Don't even ask for the rent to repay the life-saving grace. Then you can still live here. I am still very sensible."

"Well, I'm just afraid of trouble, and so are you. Why didn't you tell me when you rented the house?" Then he looked at Lu Ran meaningfully, "You didn't mean to tell me, did you?"

Lu Ran touched his nose, and this small action revealed that he was really hiding it on purpose.

"I didn't expect it to be such a coincidence, and the girl looked very anxious. Wasn't she worried that you would not rent it after you knew about it? So I didn't tell you, but now you know about it, don't you?"

At this time, a waiter came in and asked respectfully: "Gentlemen, do you need anything else?"

"No, we'll be leaving in a minute." Lu Ran replied. He checked the time and stood up. "It's getting late, we should go back. I just called a designated driver, and he's waiting downstairs."

If this time was the most fun time under normal circumstances, Lu Ran was worried that Xiao Jingyan would settle a score with him later, so he couldn't wait to leave.

Xiao Jingyan saw through it but didn't say anything. He was dragged out for a drink right after returning from a business trip. He was indeed very tired and thought it would be better to go home and rest early.

"Remember, if either of those girls contacts you again, don't let on that I rented her house."

"Don't worry, I won't tell you."

The two left the Blue Whale Club together and parted ways at the door.

When he got downstairs, Xiao Jingyan took a look at the gift bag beside him, took out the box inside and put it in his clothes pocket. Fortunately, it was just a small box, otherwise it would be difficult to hide.

He also found out today that Lin Nuan was the little girl he rescued more than a month ago. At that time, there were some scratches on her face, and her thick bangs almost covered half of her face. At that time, saving people was the most important thing, and he really didn't pay attention to what she looked like.

He had rented a house here before, firstly because it was close to his company, and secondly because it was also close to the house he was renovating.

Just think about it, it’s only been a year and it went by so quickly.

But the two of them are indeed destined to be together. First, he saved her, and now she has become his landlord and he has become her boss.

Xiao Jingyan suddenly became curious about what Lin Nuan's expression would be if she knew this, but Lu Ran was right. Based on what he had learned during this period, if Lin Nuan really knew that he was her savior, she would definitely not charge him rent.

Xiao Jingyan himself didn't even notice when a smile appeared on the corner of his mouth.

"It's so late, why aren't you asleep yet?"

When Xiao Jingyan returned home, he saw Lin Nuan sitting in the living room watching TV series.

Lin Nuan thought she was so absorbed in watching TV that she had completely forgotten the time. She looked down at her phone screen and saw the time was 10:15.

She couldn't help but wonder, it's so late? Isn't it normal for young people not to sleep at this time?