The next day.

Yu Lian arrived at the agreed-upon location at the appointed time. However, instead of going in early, she found a spot nearby with a good view and sat down to rest.

Less than ten minutes later, she met her target at the restaurant entrance. Si Qin stood there, followed by Director Wang. She had suspected something before—Director Wang wasn't close to the Si family, so why would he take this job? But now it seemed there was a hidden relationship between Si Qin and Director Wang. The way Director Wang looked at Si Qin was more like the care and concern of an elder for a younger person. She wondered why Director Wang was so secretive about it.

Feeling that it was about time and everyone had left, Yu Lian got up and headed towards the restaurant. As soon as she entered, her gaze involuntarily fell on the person waving at her. Yu Lian went over and sat down.

"What would you like to drink?"

"Thank you, but no need. I'll be leaving right away, it's not worth it."

Si Qin paused for a moment as he handed over the menu, but still maintained his composure.

"I didn't expect you to agree to have dinner with me."

"I didn't agree. I came here just to ask you if things are normal or not."

Yu Lian had anticipated Si Qin's reaction.

"Don't think you misheard me, that's really what I think. As for if you think this is a blind date, then I'm sorry, I'm just here today to persuade you to see a doctor."

Si Qin hurriedly explained, "I'm not sick. I have a physical examination every year, and I'm in good health."

"Fine. Since it's all good, I've made it clear multiple times that I don't want any contact with you. I remember you went to school, right? You don't think that persistence will move me and make me agree to be with you and live happily ever after? Don't be ridiculous. Siqin, that's not your reputation in the hospital. If it weren't for the fact that my dad will be working with your dad in the future, I wouldn't have come out to meet you today."

She explained it very clearly, and Yu Lian didn't believe the other person still couldn't understand.

But this time there was no need to worry. The person sitting opposite remained silent for a long time before finally uttering a few words: "You like Yang Yue, right?"

Looking at Si Qin, who only knew how to find fault with others but didn't reflect on his own actions, Yu Lian was so shocked that she couldn't speak. He seemed like a normal young man when he wasn't talking, so how did he become like this when he opened his mouth?

"Siqin, I hope this is the last time. I don't like you. If you think I don't like you because I like someone else, then I admit it—I do like someone. I'm already planning to bring my dad home this weekend when he comes back. So please don't do anything that bothers me anymore."

Unable to accept this, Si Qin stood up: "Who is it? You were on the border before, and I've never heard of you having contact with other men."

At that moment, Yu Lian realized that the person in front of her was not normal.

"If you don't believe me, he's waiting at the door. Want to go see him together?"

Seeing Si Qin nod, Yu Lian was glad she had a backup plan. She quickly walked to the door and saw the young man standing there under the agreed-upon streetlight. Her eyes lit up, and without thinking, Yu Lian rushed over and whispered to the man, "Don't say anything, just nod and shake your head. I'll handle the rest."

The next second, Yu Lian turned around: "This is my boyfriend, want to get to know him? Or you can come to my house this weekend." The implication was that if you didn't believe me, you could come to my house this weekend and see for yourself.

Si Qin looked at the man in front of him; he was fair-skinned with deep-set features. Although they were both men, the man was undeniably handsome. Then, looking at his own reflection in the roadside window—his dark skin—he thought to himself, "Women really are all easily swayed by pretty boys."

"Okay, I'll come over to your place this weekend and give you some advice."

Yu Lian couldn't believe someone could be so stubborn. She grabbed the man's arm and turned to leave, only letting go after she was sure she had shaken off Si Qin.

"I'm sorry. But how come Xu Fang will give you the money? You can pay her back next time you need it."

At this point, the man finally spoke: "Excuse me, miss, do we know each other?"

Yu Lian looked up and met the man's eyes: "I don't know him. You're paid to do a job, do you need to know him?"

"Whose money are you taking? Have you mistaken me for someone else?"

At this moment, Yu Lian realized she might have made a big mistake: "You... weren't you sent by Xu Fang to pretend to be my boyfriend?"

"No, and I don't know the person you're talking about named Xu Fang."

She rubbed her head and said, "I'm so sorry, I was in such a hurry that I mistook you for someone else."

After a brief apology, Yu Lian's mind was filled with thoughts of how to make amends. She saw the other person extend their hand. Yu Lian tentatively took out five yuan from her bag. Seeing that the other person still didn't retract their hand, she added another five yuan. Only then did the other person withdraw their hand.

"Yunnan University, He Lin."

"Ah..." It was too noisy around her, and Yu Lian didn't hear clearly.

The other party then said, "Contact me in advance if you need anything on the weekend; the price will double if they come to your home to perform."

Even an ordinary worker wouldn't earn that much in a week. Yu Lian glanced at the greedy man, then turned and left.

On the way back, they encountered Xu Fang, who was late.

"Oh dear! I'm so glad I wasn't late; I almost got into a car accident on the way."

"It's alright, let's find a place to rest. You two look so sweaty."

Xu Fang breathed a sigh of relief upon learning that Yu Lian had simply found someone on the street to trick Si Qin.

"Xiao Nan, you can go back now. Your wages will still be paid."

"Alright! Ladies, I'll be going now!"

After the person left, the two stared at each other blankly. Xu Fang, having heard the whole story, exclaimed in surprise, "Really, you didn't know to stop him? If that idiot Si Qin had found out, he'd definitely be pestering you again. You know, you have to go all out with this charade, right?"

"I heard about Yun Dahe Lin, anyway, I don't know his exact name, I think he's still in school."

"Oh my god!"

Xu Fang's scream made passersby stop in their tracks. Feeling immediately embarrassed, she pulled Yu Lian away from the scene. Once they found a quiet place, Xu Fang helped her sit down.

"Are you sure he said that? What does he look like?"

"I'm sure... He's good-looking... To be honest, there are many handsome people, but very few who are so striking that you can't take your eyes off him. That person is one of those."

Upon hearing her friend's description, Xu Fang nearly fainted: "That's it! But given his family's circumstances, it's understandable that he wants to earn money."

Yu Lian asked curiously, "Is his family not well-off?"

Xu Fang carefully chose her words: "To be more specific, it's not just bad, it's extremely bad. He used to be a well-known 'red capitalist' in our city, but as you know, even then he could only protect himself; all his property was confiscated. His family used to live in a grand mansion, but now they're crammed into a small alleyway. It was only a matter of time before he had to bow down for a pittance. Let me tell you about him..."

Xu Fang couldn't help but say a lot in one breath, which shows the other party's influence at the school.

"He graduated a long time ago, but the teachers at school wouldn't let him leave. He stayed in the lab to help with research and experiments. It's not their major, so I don't know much about it, but he's really good at it. He even gets a monthly salary. They said he'd be assigned to a research institute after the project ends."

"Oh, I see. The job seems pretty respectable, yet you still take on side jobs. But it's none of our business. Remember to contact someone for me this weekend."

Xu Fang hesitated, looking at Yu Lian: "It's convenient for me to use the restroom at school, but I don't dare to."

"What's there to be afraid of?"

"Oh dear, you have no idea how aloof and unapproachable this senior is. I've only met her a few times, you're putting me in a difficult position."

Yu Lian didn't think so. He had left his name and address just now, simply wanting to make more money off her. Besides, he had said that the price would double next time he came.

"There shouldn't be a big problem. Just make it clear that if he doesn't want to make money, given his personality, he probably won't even talk to me."

"That makes sense. I'll try my best, and if possible, I'll contact him on Saturday."

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