Shu Tinglan didn’t know why he had to listen to these strange memories under the streetlights in the residential area. Moreover, judging from his expression, it wasn’t a good memory either. 。”On the third day, you finally answered the phone, yelling at me, probably thinking I was being a nuisance, driving you crazy…” He scoffed, still remembering Shu Tinglan’s furious voice that time. She vented all her disgust for him in her voice. Even many years later, he would still vividly remember the feeling of self-doubt stemming from being genuinely disliked over the phone <<< 。Tonight, he brought up this past event because Lu Kuo and Cheng Chen reminded him of the past, of that phone call. 。
Shu Tinglan didn’t remember this phone call at all, and it wasn’t for her. Those three days were the darkest moment of her life. She was filled with sadness and anger. No matter who called, she would have the same result. 。I’m sorry, I’m not targeting you 。During that time, some bad things happened in my family. 。”It doesn’t matter, it’s all in the past. I just feel a little regret.” 。There were so many things she wanted to say, but she never had the chance. After years abroad, she returned and saw him again. Their first meeting felt intimate, making her think he only wanted to sleep with her. He was completely thrown off by her presence, and all those words remained unspoken. Even if she tried to say them, they would just become excuses for wanting to sleep with him. 。In Shu Tinglan’s memory, they had no interaction during their high school years. If it weren’t for Cheng Chen or Lu Kuò, she probably would have forgotten this person’s existence long ago. 。”I know saying this now is pointless, but I still want to say, Shu Tinglan, my feelings for you have always been more than just a good impression, more than just liking you…” 。I also know that I was too arrogant and self-righteous. I never truly tried to understand you, which led to our relationship becoming like this. 。”Could you give me a chance?” This was his first true confession. 。No matter what, he still wanted to fight for it, didn’t want to put an end to their relationship because he couldn’t bear the thought of it. 。Shu Tinglan’s eyes widened in disbelief. “You mean… you liked me since high school?” “From the moment you played ‘City in the Sky’ at the high school orientation…” 。Perhaps, even he wouldn’t believe it if he said it out loud, but he truly fell in love with her at first sight. At the tender age of blossoming feelings, a feeling that would endure through the years. 。
Actually, many years after he went abroad, he didn’t deliberately try to remember her. He was very busy with his studies, his career, and was so busy every day that he should have forgotten about this person long ago. But he strangely added her on WeChat. Every night before bed, the last thing he did was look at her Moments. This action didn’t have any special meaning; it was just a habit. 。Her circle of friends is unremarkable. During her university years, it was the cafeteria food, and after she started working, it was takeout meals. He didn’t notice anything else, but he did see her dietary preferences from this. 。Later, he returned to his home country to develop the market. His business was stable. When Zhuoyuan Technology wanted to acquire Shengpulai, he was the first to think of Shu Tinglan. 。Because I learned from her social media that she changed jobs to Hongzheng Law Firm. 。
At first glance, the two perfectly parallel lines seemed to extend infinitely. But then, suddenly, he saw where they intersected. 。At their first meeting in Senzhou, it was arranged by Lu Kuo at the request of Li Kai. It just so happened that Cheng Chen was also in Senzhou, providing a pretext for a gathering. 。That was the first time, after many years, that he looked so closely at Shu Tinglan. The youthful flutter in his heart had not diminished one bit. It was as if a surge of blood coursed through him, surging and throbbing with joy, vivid and familiar. 。。He originally intended to pursue her gradually, but she came on strong right away, leaving him completely defenseless. 。At that moment, he thought, well, this person has never been sincere from the start. He had waited for three years of high school, and even the carefree Lu Kuo saw through his feelings. This person couldn’t even remember his name. So, he might as well just go straight to the last step. At least make her remember him first. 。If these words had been spoken earlier, even just a week ago, Shu Tinglan might have been moved. 。But now, ever since he grasped her hand and she had been slapped by Wen Jian, it all became meaningless. 。”Mr. Zhuo, these words are quite offensive.” 。I think Wenjian is really good, you two are a perfect match. 。It’s important that you guys have known each other for so many years, knowing each other deeply, and still being both business partners and a romantic couple. That’s truly an enviable fairy tale love story. 。”
She wasn’t as open-minded as she thought she was. When she got the chance, she couldn’t resist a little sarcasm.” 。He didn’t seem upset, as if he had expected her to say something harsh. 。It’s okay, we have time. 。Shouting LAN, we have a long way to go. 。And, I and Wen Jian are just friends. 。”Let’s go, I’ll watch you upstairs.” 。”He was still arrogant at heart, saying whatever he wanted without considering your attitude. ” 。Such arrogance, he couldn’t even perceive it himself. 。Shu Tinglan felt uncomfortable hearing this. You’re telling me to go upstairs, so I have to go upstairs? No way! I’m going to take a detour to the convenience store next door and buy something. It’s typical of me to be stubborn and headstrong. 。Zhuo Yu’an smiled wryly, and didn’t insist. He glanced at her through the glass window of the convenience store, then turned and left. 。Shu Tinglan didn’t need to buy anything special. Seeing Zhuo Yu’an leave, she bought two bottles of mineral water and went home. 。The next morning, Xiao, the head of the department, called her to attend an intellectual property industry training. This was a specialized knowledge she had always wanted to learn because in due diligence investigations, she still found the intellectual property-related content somewhat challenging. 。I really want to go, but I’m a little embarrassed. She still has some finishing touches on her due diligence work. 。Director Xiao didn’t give her a chance to hesitate: “You are responsible for the due diligence of Zhuoyuan Technology. Finish it overtime tonight. After that, your main task is to assist Wang Lü, who is in charge of intellectual property rights. It requires very professional knowledge. I applied for this industry training opportunity specifically for you. It starts at 10 am today. I sent the invitation and detailed address to your email. Go quickly.” 。”Ok, I’m on my way.” 。Shu Tinglan instantly felt energized, like she had been injected with chicken blood. She was very grateful to Director Xiao for allowing her to be involved in all aspects of the first project right away. 。When I went to the training, I found out that Teacher Zhou Ming was also there. 。Teacher Zhou is very experienced in intellectual property law, having handled many cases. Yet, he still attends training sessions. He is truly smarter than you and works even harder. The pressure must be immense. 。Zhou Ming is a “social butterfly”. Even before the training started, he had been chatting happily with several female lawyers from other law firms beside him, and even added them on WeChat. 。To see him was like seeing her old friend Lin Zhixuan, and she couldn’t help but laugh from the heart. 。Tinglan, this way. 。When Zhou Ming saw her coming, he stood up and waved to her. 。Then, he lowered his head and said to the female lawyer who had just added him on WeChat: “Sorry, my colleague is here. This is her seat.” 。