The next day, Meng Wanyang had her own things to do, and Lu Xining went to work as usual.
The part of this floor that they later rented was being renovated, which made the entire office area unquiet, but the people in the entire studio were extremely excited.
After all, when a workplace grows, it not only makes the boss happy, it also represents hope and stability for them.
When he got off work in the afternoon, Lin Zhiyi was still running around outside, and Lu Xining packed up his things and prepared to go home.
But as soon as he walked out of the studio, he saw Lin Zhiyan again.
His tall figure stood over there, and when he heard the footsteps, he turned his eyes and turned his attention to Lu Xining.
"Are you here to see Zhiyi?" Lu Xining asked.
"I just called and she said she is busy outside for the time being." Lin Zhiyan replied.
Lu Xining nodded and was about to say goodbye when he heard Lin Zhiyan ask: "Can I treat you to a meal?"
Lu Xining was a little surprised. After all, this was the first time he had an appointment with her alone.
Lin Zhiyan shrugged and said, "I have already made a reservation at the restaurant. I came all the way here and I don't want to go in vain."
"Okay." Lu Xining agreed.
Lin Zhiyan probably didn't expect her to agree so readily, and was quite surprised. He originally thought he would have to spend more time, after all, she had been avoiding him before.
However, this result made him obviously relieved, and he immediately said diligently: "Let's go then."
After the two went downstairs, Lin Zhiyan drove Lu Xining.
The restaurant we booked this time was farther away, and they didn't talk on the way. They seemed to be used to this way.
When we arrived, we were immediately greeted by a waiter.
The private room Lin Zhiyan asked for looked quite formal, but it always felt weird for a man and a woman to eat in a private space.
Lin Zhiyan's expression was also very abnormal today. He had been taking the initiative to find topics, and carefully helped her cut the steak and put it in front of her.
"Taste it."
"Brother Lin, this restaurant is quite popular. Do you need to make a reservation long in advance?" Lu Xining asked suddenly.
"Well, about half a month." Lin Zhiyan replied.
"You ordered a couple's meal. So you didn't originally want to bring Zhiyi here for today's meal, but you brought me?" Although he found it unbelievable, Lu Xining still asked what he had guessed.
Lin Zhiyan's hand holding the knife and fork paused for a moment, as if to slow down for a while, and then he let the expression on his face become more natural and said: "Xining, you are very smart."
"No, Brother Lin did it too obviously."
"But I didn't expect you to be so direct."
Lu Xining said nothing, as if waiting for his explanation.
Lin Zhiyan smiled bitterly: "You are like this, making it difficult for me to say the next words."
He thought that some things could be tacitly understood and then completed naturally. It seemed that he was not very good at doing these things.
"What did Brother Lin originally want to say?" Lu Xining didn't want to be passively dragged all the time, so he struck preemptively.
Lin Zhiyan simply put down his knife and fork, and then snapped his fingers.
As the violin music played, the waiter walked in pushing a cart decorated with roses, the candle shadows swayed, and in the center was a beautifully shaped cake.
Even though Lu Xining already had a vague suspicion in her mind, this scene still made her a little confused.
Lin Zhiyan looked at her and said, "I've been hanging out in front of you a lot lately, and you should have felt it.
If I say that I have some feelings for you, will you accept me? Or try to date me? "
So this is a confession?
Although Lu Xining was confused, her mind was extremely clear.
She didn't speak, just looked at him.
He didn't look like someone accepting a confession at all, but more like he was exploring something.
In the end, Lin Zhiyan was defeated.
He signaled the violinist to stop playing, and the waiter who delivered the cake also went out, saying: "Sure enough, this scene is not suitable for us at all."
"Why do you do this?" Lu Xining asked.
"Didn't I say it? I want to pursue you." Lin Zhiyan said frankly.
"But you don't love me." Lu Xining pointed out.
Lin Zhiyan still refused to give up and said: "Xining, I am not a romantic person. Even after working for so long, I want to pursue efficiency more. Maybe I am too eager for quick success today -"
"Brother Lin, you are young and promising, rich and good-looking. If a person of your stature just beckons, many young and beautiful girls will follow you."
Lu Xining touched his swollen belly, and then said, "You see everything I am in before your eyes. If you say you like me, do you believe it?"
She is not a fairy, she is more self-aware, and she has not yet fascinated all men and is fascinated by her.
Lin Zhiyan looked embarrassed, because he was really a person who put interests first. From a rational point of view, Lu Xining was indeed not a good choice.
And now he has a reason why he must do it, but he can't tell her.
"Xining, you are very good. A woman's charm will not be devalued because of these -"
"Did Jin Shaoheng ask you to do this?" Lu Xining said firmly, because she didn't want to deal with him anymore.
At that moment, Lin Zhiyan's eyes were full of surprise.
When his guess was confirmed, Lu Xining trembled with heartache, closed his eyes, and asked, "What does he want you to do?"
"He is very worried about you and hopes that when you need a male role... I can do it." Lin Zhiyan explained.
In the new era, single mothers will not face much discrimination in society, not to mention that Lu Xining is a working woman now, so she can completely bear this pressure.
But that day, Jin Shaoheng watched her from a distance in the coffee shop, looking at the couple in a trance, thinking that maybe she needed someone to accompany her.
"Then what? How far can you go?" Lu Xining asked.
She was really curious about what Jin Shaoheng meant? He actually pushed her to another man, and this man was chosen by him himself.
It's really ridiculous and cruel.
"If you are willing, I can marry you, raise our children together, and give them a healthy family as much as possible." Lin Zhiyan said these words calmly, as if he was discussing a business deal.
"Then what conditions did he give you?"
How much does it cost to impress the dignified CEO of the Lin family and get him to accept a woman who is pregnant with someone else's child?
"Xining, I was originally a non-marriage person.
Although I have lived for almost thirty years, I have never met a girl who makes my heart beat. I have never had high expectations for marriage.
Although I may not be enthusiastic enough, I have no relationship history and will try my best to play the role of a good husband and father."
"Your parents also agree?"
The Lin family also has status in S city, so they don’t need face anymore? And Lin Zhiyi, does she know?
"If you are willing, I will convince them." Lin Zhiyan said.
When Lu Xining heard this, he did not feel happy at all, but more angry: "Even if you reach a consensus, why does Jin Shaoheng help me arrange all this?
Can't I find a good man myself? Or do he and Du Jinyu have to see me get married before they can feel at ease? "
"Xining, believe me. No man is willing to bear this, unless he loves you to the core." Unexpectedly, at this time, Lin Zhiyan said good things for Jin Shaoheng.
like?
Lu Xining no longer knows what love is.
When I let go, it was because I hoped he could survive. It was love. Now, is it love when Jin Shaoheng is doing this?
When did the love between them become so twisted and absurd?
"Let's go." Lu Xining covered his face and said.
Lin Zhiyan saw her deeply shocked look, her lips moved, and she didn't know how to comfort her, but finally got up and left the box.
He leaned against the wall, took out his mobile phone and called Jin Shaoheng: "Sorry, I messed up."
…
Lu Xining stayed in the box for a long time. It was so long that her body felt exhausted. Finally, she had a little strength, and she struggled to stand up by holding on to the table.
At this time, there was a burst of chaotic footsteps at the door. I looked up and saw Jin Shaoheng walking in quickly, panting...