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Chapter 705 It's so good! Bus No. 31

Chapter 705 It's so good! Bus No. 31 (Daily Routine)
On the other end of the line, Secretary Kim's voice remained calm and composed:

“I have informed Tang Yi’s board secretariat that they will officially send out the appointment emails for all employees next Monday. You and the core executive team of [Xuanji Light Realm] will be among the first to know.”

“Xianyue, you should understand that every formal arrangement made by the Tang and Song dynasties has profound strategic significance.”

"His decision to personally take charge of the [Xuanji Light Realm] is not merely based on personal interest and preference. The integration of AI and intelligent vision technology will be the strategic focus of the entire 'Tangjin' system for the next decade."

"I believe you understand what this means."

...

Upon hearing this, Ouyang Xian Yue's still-fluttering heart quickly calmed down.

She narrowed her beautiful almond-shaped eyes slightly, her tone gentle yet sharp: "Of course I understand. After all, this is a company that he and I built from scratch, and it perfectly aligns with the second phase of the future plan he once set for 'Tangjin'."

This sentence, like a fine needle, gently shattered the delicate balance between them.

Secretary Kim instantly sensed the unusual implication in her words.

After a brief silence, she replied calmly, "That's good."

Also, President Tang will not be taking up his post immediately.

The CEO's office at headquarters is still undergoing adjustments and upgrades.

Everything will officially begin after he meets with me in New York.

She emphasized the words "New York" and "meet".

That emotionless composure seemed more like a declaration.

“Okay, smile.” Ouyang Xian Yue smiled gently, regaining her composure and elegance. “Thank you for the reminder, and I wish you all the best in your work in New York.”

"Of course, goodbye."

call ended.

The office fell silent again.

The only remaining scents in the air were the bitter aroma of coffee and the dust particles of winter sunlight.

Ouyang Xian Yue leaned back in her chair and let out a long breath.

Her chest was still heaving, but her expression had returned to rationality.

She closed her eyes, and the images of that night in Chengdu flashed through her mind—

The lingering scent of ink, the intertwined poetry and paintings, the warmth of their intertwined fingertips as they wrote in cursive script, and the kiss he left on her cheek in that quiet corridor.

Tang Song's recognition of her charm and his undisguisedly passionate reaction made this usually reserved noblewoman feel as if she were being immersed in warm water.

Deep within my body, a strange and thrilling tremor surged within me.

The corners of her mouth slowly turned up, and her elegantly crossed legs unconsciously rubbed together slightly.

A moment later, she opened her eyes, which were now clear.

She tapped her fingertip twice on the table, and finally picked up her phone and dialed that familiar number.

"Dudu-"

The phone rang twice and was quickly answered.

Tang Song's magnetic voice came through the receiver: "Hello? Ouyang."

"Good morning, Tang Song." Ouyang Xian Yue shifted her legs, her voice carrying a gentle laugh: "I just received a 'big surprise.' It was Wei Xiao who personally informed me, but... I still want to confirm it with you personally."

"The Xuanji Light Realm?"

"Yes, she said that a new CEO is coming to the Xuanji Light Realm. If it weren't for Xiaoxiao informing me, I, as the chairman, would still be completely in the dark."

"Oh? So are you satisfied with the choice of this new CEO?" Tang Song's voice carried a hint of provocation.

Ouyang Xian Yue pursed her rosy lips and said softly, "I'm very satisfied. I just don't know why he suddenly decided to come here."

Her heart skipped a beat when she asked the question.

Tang Song paused, seemingly deep in thought, before finally asking in return, "What do you think?"

Ouyang Xian Yue's heart beat even faster, and a faint blush unconsciously crept onto her usually dignified and elegant face.

She turned her gaze to the window. "I have never been able to figure out his thoughts, nor dare I make any assumptions. So I hope that you, sir, can answer my questions yourself."

She changed "you" to "sir".

It is clearly a reference to a night in Chengdu earlier.

On the other end of the line, Tang Song's breathing seemed to falter, and he said something inexplicable: "The maple leaves in Chengdu are so red, I want to look at them a little longer."

Ouyang Xian Yue lowered her gaze and smoothed her hair with her pale hand. "Alright, then I look forward to enjoying this with you, sir."

The air instantly became quiet and ambiguous.

After a moment, Tang Song regained his normal tone: "There's one more thing. The core of the future of [Xuanji Light Realm] is ecological construction, which requires the integration of a large number of external resources and partners. I plan to create a new position of 'Chief Ecosystem Officer' to be specifically responsible for this work. I have already decided on the candidate, Shen Yuyan."

“Oh? Assistant Shen…” Ouyang Xian Yue’s eyebrows twitched almost imperceptibly.

"Well, she's going to Shenzhen this time to attend the Hardware Ecosystem Summit, so let her attend in this new capacity."

“No problem, you do need an assistant to come over early.” Ouyang Xian Yue immediately agreed, her tone slightly playful. “Should I personally greet her and show her around the new environment?”

"No need." Tang Song's answer was crisp and decisive. "Consider this summit as her first test. Don't interfere."

“Yes, I understand.” Although Ouyang Xian Yue was puzzled, she did not object to his wishes.

After discussing work.

Tang Song paused, then his voice softened: "I wonder how your cursive script practice is going?"

Ouyang Xian Yue smiled slightly and said in an almost whispered voice, "Then I will be in Shenzhen to welcome you to come and inspect it in person."

"can."

hang up the phone.

Ouyang Xian Yue closed his eyes and pondered for a long time, seemingly still savoring something.

After a long while, she finally pressed the internal line button on the phone on the table.

"Chen Jing, come to my office."

Less than half a minute later, the door was gently pushed open, and Secretary Chen walked in with steady steps.

"Ms. Ouyang."

Ouyang Xian Yue gently twirled the pen in her hand, her gaze resolute as she said, "Next, Tang Song will officially assume the role of CEO of [Xuanji Light Realm], while I will remain as Chairman. Issue a notice that our building on plot A03 of the Shenzhen Bay Super Headquarters Base will serve as the new global headquarters of [Xuanji Light Realm]. All hard furnishings, soft furnishings, and equipment testing must be completed by January 13th of next year to ensure timely occupancy."

Upon hearing this, Chen Jing immediately nodded in agreement, but her eyes flickered almost imperceptibly.

【Xuanji Guangjie】is currently headquartered in the Tangyi Precision Innovation Center in the Qianhai Free Trade Zone, and is not particularly independent.

That new building will be the group's future landmark building.

As for why it was January 13th in particular…

She knew perfectly well, because that day was Mr. Tang's birthday.

Unexpectedly, Ms. Ouyang, who always prioritizes rationality and the big picture, also has such a romantic side.

Ouyang Xian Yue seemed to sense her thoughts, a smile playing on her lips, but remained silent.

"And another thing," she added, changing the subject, "you, in the name of my office, draft a formal appointment letter appointing Shen Yuyan, the assistant director of Rongliu Capital, as the Chief Ecosystem Officer of [Xuanji Guangjie]."

Regarding compensation, the salary will be determined after Mr. Tang takes office. In addition, he will be given stock options worth 0.04% of the total project valuation, which will vest over four years.

Once she arrives in Shenzhen, you will personally represent me to sign the formal employment contract and stock option grant agreement with her.

"Okay, got it." Chen Jing nodded immediately, making sure to remember all the key points.

Ouyang Xian Yue paused for a moment, then asked, "What has Liu Qing Ning been busy with lately?"

Secretary Chen immediately replied, "She has become particularly active since meeting Miss Su Yu. A major reorganization has been carried out within Qingning Technology. Seven alumni and former colleagues have been transferred to key departments."

In addition, her good friend Liu Shuang, an AI engineer at Tangyi Precision Intelligent Algorithm R&D Center, was also transferred to the Xuanji Light Realm project team.

These personnel changes were all carried out through Qin Yingxue.

Ouyang Xian Yue slightly raised her eyes, tapped her fingertips lightly on the table twice, and murmured, "She's very clever. She's testing Qin Yingxue's bottom line, and also testing Director Jin."

Secretary Chen remained silent, only nodding slightly.

"Alright." Ouyang Xian Yue smiled gently, her breathing returning to normal. "Go and arrange the renovation and relocation of the Xuanji Light Realm headquarters."

"Understood." Secretary Chen stood up and was about to leave when Ouyang Xian Yue gently called him back.

"Wait. Also, have someone follow up on Lin Muxue's movements. She should be going to France with Tang Song soon. Have someone subtly tell her why Director Jin is targeting her."

"Yes." Secretary Chen immediately understood, bowed slightly, and left the office.

The door closed gently.

Ouyang Xian Yue's fatigue vanished instantly.

I stood in front of the floor-to-ceiling window in the office again.

Sunlight streamed in through the window, illuminating her beautiful and elegant face.

A faint smile appeared at the corner of his mouth.

Elegant and quiet, yet it harbors unspeakable danger.

……

Yunxi Building, Songmei Apparel.

Holding a freshly brewed cup of hand-drip coffee, He Yi walked through the bustling open-plan office area toward her private office.

Yes, nowadays, as the "top star" of Songmei Apparel and a core shareholder holding 5% of the shares, her position in the company is second only to Tang Song and Gao Mengting.

Her office was right next to the two big bosses.

A tense yet exciting atmosphere permeated the air throughout the 30th floor.

The sounds of keyboard typing, discussion, and printer printing rose and fell.

Looking at the thriving scene before her, He Yiyi couldn't help but smile.

Looking back, when I first joined the team after leaving Changyun Media, Songmei Apparel only had fewer than ten people.

Everyone was crammed into a small office area of less than 200 square meters, and Tang Song and Gao Mengting sat directly opposite her, working overtime with them every day to review the data.

Now look at the present—

The spacious floor, spanning over 2000 square meters, already houses nearly 160 employees.

Planning Department, Operations Department, Data Department, Brand Department, Apparel Design Center...

Every department is expanding and running at an almost frantic pace.

In particular, the unexpected popularity of Su Yu's street style photos has made that urban functional windbreaker a true hit.

As a result, the emerging brand [Heyi] has also become a favorite among countless urban white-collar workers and fashionistas.

Of course, the biggest change was in herself.

She is no longer the assistant streamer who used to struggle in a small live-streaming room trying to figure out how to meet her KPIs.

She has a top-notch operations team in the industry, a flexible supply chain with Huashang Apparel at its core that responds with astonishing speed, and a personal brand that President Tang personally tailored for her and is deeply integrated with her.

She achieved a complete turnaround, gaining financial freedom and reversing her fate.

And all of this, of course, is inseparable from the careful cultivation of her "godfather".

Therefore, she has a very clear understanding of her own position and has never become arrogant.

Instead, they appreciate it even more.

Just then, a familiar figure walked out of the conference room not far away.

Wearing a smart business suit, with exquisite makeup and thick, fluffy brown hair, she exuded a strong aura.

"President Gao!" He Yiyi greeted him with a smile.

"Yi-yi, perfect timing, I was just about to look for you." Gao Mengting said with a gentle smile. "Let's go to conference room T3. President Tang will be at the company in ten minutes to hold an emergency shareholders' meeting."

"Ah! President Tang is back in Yancheng?" He Yiyi's eyes lit up instantly. "Great!"

The two entered the conference room.

Gao Mengting turned on her computer, her expression serious.

He Yiyi couldn't help but ask curiously, "President Gao, do you know what kind of meeting is going to be held?"

“I don’t know.” Gao Mengting shook her head slightly, her expression becoming more serious. “But it should be a strategic matter. As you know, President Tang rarely uses the term ‘shareholders’ meeting,’ this is the first time.”

"Oh, okay." He Yi nodded, feeling both nervous and expectant. "By the way, Mr. Gao, I heard from Lingling that you're moving, is that right?"

“Yes,” Gao Mengting looked up, a hint of undisguised joy on her face, “We’re moving to the Cloud Top Mansion.”

She has already officially completed the transfer of ownership of the large penthouse that Mr. Tang gave her.

The interior is very luxurious, and most importantly, it is entirely her personal property.

She could indulge herself and install the large bookshelf she had always wanted.

“Cloud Top Mansion…” He Yiyi murmured to herself, then took out her phone to check, and said with a beaming smile, “It’s really great! The location and the community environment are top-notch. Mr. Gao, is this your new property?”

Gao Mengting paused for a moment and then softly hummed in agreement.

He Yiyi considered for a moment and said, "Mr. Gao, is it convenient for me tonight? I don't have a live broadcast today. Could you take me to visit your place after get off work? I've been thinking about buying a house recently, and this place seems pretty good."

Gao Mengting smiled and said, "Oh? Great! If you move in, we can be neighbors."

"Yes, that's how it's said."

He Yiyi continued to look down, carefully examining the community information on her phone.

She still lives with her cousin Zhao Yaqian. Before, she was poor and could live in a luxury house like Yanjing Huating without paying rent, which made her very happy.

But now, with her sudden rise to fame, her salary plus commissions have resulted in an astonishing amount of savings, enough to buy a very nice house in Yancheng.

Besides, it's really not good to always squeeze in with my cousin.

Sometimes when Mr. Tang comes over, it's not convenient...

She would occasionally overhear noises she shouldn't have, which made her feel itchy every time, and it would take her a long time to calm down.

Just as she was lost in thought, a series of greetings suddenly rang out from outside.

"Hello, Mr. Tang!"

"Mr. Tang, you're back!"

Then, the door was gently pushed open.

A handsome and dashing figure appeared in the small conference room.

He wore a dark suit, a white turtleneck cashmere sweater, and had a tall and straight figure.

Every gesture she makes exudes a captivating charm.

"Mengting, Yiyi, good morning." Tang Song's face lit up with a bright smile.

He Yiyi's face flushed red instantly, and she instinctively squeezed her legs together.

My goodness! Mr. Tang is so charming! How come he seems... to have gotten even more handsome?!

This makes it impossible for people to live!

Gao Mengting bit her lip, her eyes welling up with tears, "President Tang."

"Hello, Mr. Tang." He Yiyi quickly stood up.

After exchanging greetings...

Tang Song sat down in the main seat, his gaze slowly sweeping over his partner and the female anchor.

The changes in them were clearly noticeable. It's often said that wealth nourishes people, and fame is the best form of "cosmetic surgery"—this is certainly true.

Not to mention Gao Mengting, the partner who has long since shed all her naivety and is now more elegant and poised than ever.

He Liting, who was once somewhat unsophisticated and only wanted to curry favor with powerful figures, has now undergone a complete transformation.

Her outfits are incredibly stylish, she has a well-proportioned figure, and her makeup is exquisitely Korean.

The restraint and lack of confidence I once had have completely disappeared.

Instead, there is a relaxed, confident, and star quality that has been refined through the lens and nurtured by massive attention.

Her every move and gesture truly gave her the air of a popular female news anchor.

Under Tang Song's penetrating gaze, He Yi subconsciously straightened her head and presented her best self to her boss.

Tang Song chuckled softly, looked away, and tapped his slender fingers lightly on the conference table.

"The reason I'm calling this meeting with you is to discuss the company's next steps."

"Today, Songmei Apparel's monthly GMV has exceeded 100 million yuan. Coupled with the unexpected success of the [Heyi] brand, it can be said that we have completed the initial accumulation from 0 to 1..."

"So, now is the time to plan our second curve."

Gao Mengting's gaze instantly became incredibly focused.

He Yiyi, who was standing to the side, also realized that what was about to happen would be crucial, so she quickly put away her own thoughts and listened attentively.

"First, we're moving from online to offline. With [HEYI STUDIO] as the main brand, we opened flagship stores in Beijing, Shanghai, and Shenzhen before the Spring Festival..."

"Secondly, we need to shift from 'traffic-driven' to 'technology-driven'..."

……

The conversation between Tang and Song continued.

The air in the meeting room gradually grew tense.

He Yiyi and Gao Mengting were both stunned by the series of big moves he made.

According to Tang Song's plan, the next Songmei Apparel will no longer be just a "celebrity MCN agency" or a "live-streaming e-commerce company".

Online and offline integration, AI-powered supply chain, content co-creation, brand retail, and user community management...

This entire logic is evolving entirely in the direction of a "new type of fashion group".

The question is, can they really do it?

Gao Mengting felt uneasy about this, always feeling that she had taken too big a step.

Although the team has grown in size, it still lacks core technical talent, offline operational experience, and the ability to implement AI.

While the plans of the Tang and Song dynasties were undoubtedly grand and beautiful, their implementation was certainly fraught with difficulties.

She glanced at Tang Song, wanting to ask, but held back.

In contrast to her caution and rationality, He Yiyi's reaction was completely different.

She was practically bursting with excitement.

I was so excited that my whole body was trembling.

Over this long period of time, she has learned a lot of "insider information" about the Tang and Song dynasties from Qianqian and Xiaoxue.

Therefore, in her eyes, every word that President Tang said was not just empty promises, but a divine decree that was about to be fulfilled.

This irrepressible longing made her gaze toward Tang and Song filled with almost fanatical worship and trust.

……

3 PM, Yancheng Normal University.

Administration building.

Jiang Yourong walked out of the principal's office with slightly unsteady steps, her whole body seemingly coated with a layer of sparkling light.

She handled the task assigned by Director Kim very smoothly.

When she presented the letter of intent for cooperation bearing the logos of Tangyi Precision and Smile Holdings to the school leaders, everything fell into place.

The principal was thrilled and praised her in person, saying that she was "the school's youngest academic leader" and a key talent to be cultivated in the future.

She not only easily obtained a substantial special laboratory grant approved by the school, but also unexpectedly secured a valuable recommendation for applying for a key research project of the Ministry of Education.

She took a deep breath and forced her heart to calm down, which was pounding wildly with excitement.

I took out my phone and sent a brief notification in the lab's WeChat group: "@Everyone, all lab members, please have a meeting at 5 PM sharp."

She will soon be "on leave" for an extended period due to the [Xuanji Light Realm] project, and may even directly join the company for joint research and development.

This matter must be explained to the students in advance, and arrangements must be made for subsequent academic guidance and project handover.

Of course, this is also great news for the students. They will have the opportunity to follow her and get in touch with the country's top scientific research project system in advance, and may even get the opportunity to intern or work in the [Xuanji Light Realm].

After doing all this, she continued downstairs, got on her pink and white electric scooter, humming a song, and headed towards the computer science building.

The warm afternoon sun of winter shone down on her, making her full and mature body even more alluring.

I just cycled a few hundred meters.

"squeak--"

She twitched her nose and instinctively tightened her grip on the brakes.

Her eyes were fixed intently on the milk tea shop she frequented most often by the roadside.

She touched her soft lower abdomen, her face full of struggle.

I'm so hungry! I really want something sweet!

The "chicken breast + vegetable salad" low-fat meal I had at noon has long been metabolized by my body.

Moreover, she has always had a habit.

Afternoon tea equals happiness.

It can cause a surge in dopamine and double the efficiency.

It was her only source of joy in combating the tedium of scientific research.

Just one cup... just one cup of milk tea... without sugar... it should be... okay, right?
Once the thought arose, it could no longer be suppressed.

But soon, Director Jin's stunningly beautiful face, yet with a hint of scrutiny, appeared in her mind.

She shook her head violently.

No! Absolutely not! I have to lose weight!

Today is only the second day since she made up her mind to lose weight, and she absolutely cannot break her vow now!
Over the years, she has really indulged herself too much.

Moreover, she will soon be re-entering the corporate environment and may even have to act as Tang Song's "assistant" in some form. She must adjust her mindset as soon as possible and can no longer be as casual as before.

【I, Jiang Yourong, would rather starve to death, die outside, or jump off this cliff than eat a single piece of dessert or drink a single sip of milk tea!】

Gritting her teeth, she turned on the switch and sped away without looking back.

Arriving at the teaching building, I locked my bike and headed upstairs.

Students would greet her from time to time on the way.

She responded with a smile, her demeanor gentle and dignified.

Even though she almost wavered for the sake of milk tea, she is still the most elegant "research goddess" in the whole school.

Push open the laboratory door.

Jiang Yourong first went to her workstation, turned on her computer, and pulled up the internal documents that Shangguan Qiuyue had sent that morning regarding the background and technical requirements of the [Xuanji Light Realm] project, preparing to print them out and study them carefully.

Just as the printer started buzzing, the lab door was pushed open again.

Qian Lele walked in.

Wearing a down jacket, with her hair in a bun, and a sweet smile on her face.

"Good afternoon, Teacher Jiang."

"Lele, you're here." Jiang Yourong was a little surprised. "So soon?"

Qian Lele took off her backpack and put it on the chair next to her. "Yeah, I had fewer classes this afternoon, so I was going to come to the lab to continue doing data annotation. I just happened to see the meeting notice you sent."

Looking at her diligent and talented apprentice, Jiang Yourong couldn't help but reach out and affectionately pat her head. "So diligent."

Qian Lele's face turned red instantly, and she lowered her head somewhat embarrassed.

The two briefly chatted for a few words.

Jiang Yourong said seriously, "Lele, there's something I need to tell you. For a long time to come, I probably won't be able to stay in the lab as often."

"Huh?" Qian Lele was taken aback, her beautiful almond-shaped eyes filled with confusion and worry. "Teacher Jiang...why is that? Has something happened?"

In her heart, Teacher Jiang is not only her mentor, but also the elder who cares about her the most since she entered university.

Her part-time job at Weiguang Coffee, her current lab job, and even her acquaintance with her brother are all thanks to Professor Jiang.

Jiang Yourong chuckled and shook her head as she looked at her nervous expression.

A smile, both gratified and somewhat mysterious, appeared on his face. "It's a good thing. Next, I will devote myself fully to the work on [Xuanji Light Realm]. This project is related to the future of our country in the field of next-generation human-computer interaction technology, and it is of great significance. Therefore, the school has specially approved my temporary leave of absence to fully participate in this project."

She paused, then added, "But don't worry, the work in the lab won't stop. I'll arrange for senior students to mentor you. You'll first get involved in some cutting-edge research projects within the [Xuanji Light Realm]. When the opportunity arises, I'll take you to intern at that company in advance, so you can experience firsthand what truly cutting-edge AI research is like."

She knew about Qian Lele's relationship with Tang Song, so she was very confident about it.

He also intends to keep his beloved student by his side and nurture him with great effort.

Upon hearing these words, Qian Lele first breathed a sigh of relief, followed by immense pride and admiration.

"Thank you, Teacher Jiang, you're amazing."

Looking at the gentle, smiling, and somewhat "Buddhist" teacher Jiang in front of her, she felt for the first time a sacred aura of a "scientist" emanating from her.

Jiang Yourong smiled, looking triumphant.

Just then, her nose twitched involuntarily again.

Immediately afterwards, Qian Lele opened her backpack and took out a large takeout bag with the milk tea shop's logo printed on it.

"Teacher Jiang, this afternoon tea was just brought to me by my friend Yao Yao. She bought too much, and I can't finish it all. Please have some with me!"

soon.

Iced fruit tea, hot bubble tea, and a beautifully packaged transparent box containing two golden and tempting durian mille-feuille cakes.

It's her favorite kind.

Jiang Yourong's eyes widened instantly, her body stiffened, and her throat bobbed.

Lele! You...you're harming your teacher!
Qian Lele, oblivious to everything, thoughtfully placed a piece of cake and a cup of milk tea in front of Jiang Yourong.

The intense, exotic aroma of durian, mixed with the sweet scent of cream, assaulted her sense of smell and willpower in an unreasonable way.

"Gurgle—" My stomach growled.

Jiang Yourong swallowed hard and whispered, "Then...then I'll eat just a little bit, just one bite of cake. I'm on a diet lately."

"Okay, sure!" Qian Lele nodded vigorously and thoughtfully inserted the straw.

Jiang Yourong slurped up a big mouthful of warm, sweet bubble tea, then used a small fork to scoop out a large piece of cool, silky durian mille-feuille and put it in her mouth.

His eyes instantly narrowed with happiness.

It smells so good!

Screw dieting! I'm having fun first!

(｀)/-
Finally, both durian mille-feuille pieces ended up in Professor Jiang's stomach.

……

Qian Lele returned to her workstation and diligently worked on data annotation for a while.

The white light from the screen reflected on her face, making her appear exceptionally focused.

However, this focus did not last long.

A few minutes later, she couldn't resist reaching out and pulling something soft from the inner pocket of her backpack.

That was a scarf she knitted herself.

It uses the finest pure white cashmere yarn and is woven with the most complex "double treasury needle" pattern.

It's getting colder and colder, and it's going to snow soon, which is a good time to give out scarves.

Moreover, the day after tomorrow is the weekend, and she plans to go back to her hometown of Handan first.

But before that, this wish must be fulfilled first.

After hesitating for a while, she finally picked up her phone.

My fingertips paused on the screen for a moment, my heart beating a little fast.

Over the past few months, she has had this impulse countless times.

I've pickled vegetables, done crafts, and bought snacks.

I always try to find an excuse to go.

Go see him, see where he lives, and sit down and chat with him like you did in the teachers' apartment before.

She listened to him reason, talk about technology, and say things she never tired of hearing.

But each time, she backed down at the last minute.

It's probably because of my inner inferiority and timidity.

It's different now.

She is now able to support herself and take care of her family.

She wanted him to know that she had really changed a lot, becoming more outstanding and independent.

Thinking back to those scenes in the teachers' apartment.

Qian Lele took a deep breath.

She opened the chat window and quickly typed: "Brother, tomorrow is Friday. What time do you expect to get home tonight? I'd like to come over and bring you something, is that okay?"

Click Send.

Her heart clenched suddenly.

Almost instinctively, I gripped my phone tighter.

"Buzzing—"

Brother: "Of course, I get off work at 6, you can just come over."

[Brother: Yan Jingtian City.map (location)]

Qian Lele's face immediately lit up with a smile, and she replied right away, "Okay, see you tomorrow!"

Click on that familiar location, and you'll be redirected to a map app.

The route is clear at a glance.

Bus route 31 starts from the South Gate of Yancheng Normal University and goes to Yanjing Tiancheng Residential Area, a total of 13 stops.

During the evening rush hour, it takes about forty minutes.

She slid backward little by little along the route.