Waaah, I'm being forced into loving my yandere wife's brain.

After adding each other on WeChat.

Lin Zhiyao put her down jacket back on and pushed open the door.

A cold wind blew in, making her shrink her neck. She had just stepped out of the room when she turned back and waved to him with a bright smile.

The door closed.

That warm fragrance also departed.

Shen Jin stood there, listening to the sound of the suitcase wheels rolling over the snow gradually fade into the distance.

The room was quiet, with the heater humming softly. He glanced down at his phone; the screen still displayed the cute emoji Lin Zhiyao had sent, along with a polite greeting that felt distant.

Shen Jin clicked into her Moments and took a look. It was only visible for three days. Apart from posting her landing coordinates in the United States yesterday, there was nothing else.

She doesn't seem to have a boyfriend.

Even if he did, if he didn't accompany his girlfriend on her first day of looking at and renting a place in a foreign country, it's either because he's not capable enough or he's not fulfilling his responsibilities; in short, he's not a good match for her.

Shen Jin put his phone back in his coat, walked to the window, and saw Lin Zhiyao dragging her suitcase through the snow through the glass.

She walked slowly, probably because she was in a good mood; her steps were lighter than when she came, leaving fine tire tracks in the snow puddles she stepped on.

After walking a few steps outside, she took out her phone. It was probably a message from the real estate agent. Her bright almond-shaped eyes immediately curved into a smile. She looked back at the house, her surprise and delight evident. She stopped and started typing away.

Without needing to overthink it, one can understand many of her thoughts simply by observing her facial expressions.

Shen Jin stared at her for a long time until her figure disappeared around the street corner, then he took out his phone and sent a message to the real estate agent.

"Get the contract done as soon as possible, I'll move in tomorrow."

*

The following afternoon, Lin Zhiyao and Shen Jin moved in one after the other.

Shen Jin arrived first. He didn't have much stuff, just two suitcases and a few cardboard boxes, which the agent helped carry upstairs.

Lin Zhiyao's luggage was even simpler, consisting of just a suitcase and a backpack containing her laptop, which Shen Jin helped her carry upstairs.

On the second floor, Lin Zhiyao was still struggling to decide which room to choose.

Shen Jin pointed to a south-facing room for her. "I remember you like rooms with good natural light, right? You can choose that one."

It's right next to his.

"Wow! Mr. Shen, I didn't expect you to remember that. You're such a kind person! I'm so lucky to have met you!"

Lin Zhiyao smiled, her almond-shaped eyes sparkling. She pushed open the door and entered. The sunlight slanted across the floor, making her feel warm.

Knowing she needed to pack, Shen Jin didn't want to linger any longer and left, leaving behind the words, "I live right next door to you. If you need any help, feel free to ask me."

Lin Zhiyao thanked them, then opened her suitcase and sorted through the items. She finished packing in less than half an hour. Then she sat down at her desk, turned on her computer, connected to WiFi, and checked her email.

There are already several emails inside, including group meeting notices from the professor, a new member guide for the lab, and a few papers to read.

Lin Zhiyao processed each item one by one.

She replied to the professor's message first, politely stating that she had settled in and was ready to participate in the group meeting at any time.

Next, open a blank document and start writing a brief introduction for the new member of the team.

This was something she had planned last night. Coming here on a full scholarship as an exchange student meant not only representing herself, but also not bringing shame to her compatriots.

She carefully considered her wording, clearly outlining her research direction, academic background, and plans for the next six months. She also reviewed several papers previously published by the lab, and included her preliminary thoughts and questions in the brief.

She revised the document again and again, and by the time she looked up again, it was already completely dark outside the window.

The computer screen showed 7:42 PM. She rubbed her neck and belatedly realized that her stomach was empty and nauseating.

Lin Zhiyao closed her laptop and went downstairs.

The living room lights were on, and Shen Jin was sitting on the sofa.

He had changed into a dark gray loungewear outfit and was looking down at his phone. There was a glass of water on the coffee table and a computer in front of him, so he must have been working.

Hearing footsteps, Shen Jin looked up and his gaze fell on Lin Zhiyao. She was still the same as when they first met yesterday. Her shapely clothes hugged her exquisite figure, making her extremely alluring.

"Are you done with your work?" Shen Jin asked.

"Hmm." Lin Zhiyao looked around the living room, somewhat puzzled. "Didn't anyone come to see the house this afternoon? I didn't hear anything from upstairs."

Shen Jin put down his phone and said casually, "No, it's the end of the year, so there are fewer people renting."

"That's true," Lin Zhiyao nodded, agreeing with his point. "Everyone's busy celebrating the holiday."

Shen Jin glanced at her and asked casually, "What are you busy with upstairs? I noticed you didn't eat lunch or dinner, did you?"

Lin Zhiyao was taken aback for a moment, then subconsciously asked, "How did you know I hadn't eaten?"

"I didn't go out today, and I didn't see you come down either," Shen Jin said. "I guessed."

Lin Zhiyao smiled a little embarrassedly: "I was writing my self-introduction as a new member of the group and accidentally forgot the time."

Shen Jin then asked her the name of her school.

Lin Zhiyao replied, and Shen Jin turned off his phone screen with his fingertip, a smile playing on his lips. "What a coincidence, I'm also studying at this school. When you come to the school, I can show you around the campus."

Lin Zhiyao didn't expect such a coincidence, after all, there are many universities and tech companies around.

"Is this really okay? Won't it be too much trouble for you...?"

Lin Zhiyao couldn't help but feel excited, and she trusted Shen Jin even more.

Shen Jin naturally said it was no trouble at all.

Then he asked her if she was hungry, and that she should come down to eat.

Lin Zhiyao subconsciously placed her hand on her stomach, just as her stomach rumbled.

Her face flushed, and she quickly lowered her hand: "I am indeed a little hungry now. I'll go out and buy something to eat. Is there anything Mr. Shen would like? I can bring it back for you."

Lin Zhiyao reciprocated.

"No need for that." Shen Jin stood up from the sofa, took off his coat, and casually touched the pocket to make sure the sleeping pills he had prepared were still there. "You've just arrived in America, so you're probably not familiar with the area yet, right? I'll take you out for a walk, and we can have something to eat while we're at it."