Yan Jien punched Zhou Tingzhi.
"You... how can you hit someone?" Fang Qing shouted angrily.
"I..." Yan Jien wanted to explain, but for a moment, he didn't know what to say.
"Manager Fang, it's not what you think," Tong Liya hurriedly defended.
"I don't care who started this, but since you two are fighting in our gym, it shows a lack of respect for Power Fitness Club," Fang Qing said.
"I... I was just so angry earlier, that's why..." Zhou Tingzhi said.
"Since you started it, you should apologize," Fang Qing insisted.
"I..." Zhou Tingzhi felt somewhat unwilling.
"Coach Zhou, since this incident was caused by you, you can't let our gym take the blame," Fang Qing stated.
"I... I apologize," Zhou Tingzhi gritted his teeth.
"Since Coach Zhou is willing to apologize, then you all come with me!" Fang Qing said.
"Where to?" Yan Jien asked in confusion.
"There are too many people here; let's discuss this in the office," Fang Qing replied.
"Alright." Yan Jien nodded.
Soon, Yan Jien, Tong Liya, and Zhou Tingzhi followed Fang Qing to the office.
"Please have some tea," Fang Qing said as he brewed three cups and placed them in front of Yan Jien, Tong Liya, and Zhou Tingzhi.
"Manager Fang, we won't drink the tea; you just said this matter won't be settled like this, so how do you plan to handle it?" Yan Jien asked.
"Mr. Yan, are you an interior designer?" Fang Qing countered.
"How did you know?" Yan Jien was taken aback for a moment.
"I heard it from your friend," Fang Qing replied.
"I..." Tong Liya was about to explain when Yan Jien asked, "What did she tell you?"
"She said you work at a decoration company in Nanquan City, F Province, and that you're a well-known designer," Fang Qing said.
"Well-known is an exaggeration; I've only been a designer for a few years and have just accumulated some experience," Yan Jien modestly replied.
"Mr. Yan, you are being modest. Since you are a designer, I would like to ask how to decorate the apartment in Emerald Lake Garden," Fang Qing inquired.
"Which layout is the apartment in Emerald Lake Garden? What is its size?" Yan Jien countered.
"It’s a Type B layout, with an area of 117 square meters," Fang Qing replied.
"For a Type B layout, I personally suggest a modern minimalist style. Use light gray latex paint for the living room, beige latex paint for the bedroom, white tiles for the kitchen and bathroom, antique-style tiles for the balcony, leather sofas for the living room, fabric beds for the bedroom, a linear kitchen cabinet, and a wet-dry separation design for the bathroom..." Yan Jien explained.
"That sounds quite good," Fang Qing remarked.
"This is just my personal suggestion; the specific decoration plan should be based on the owner's preferences and budget," Yan Jien added.
"Would you help me design it?" Fang Qing asked.
"You?" Yan Jien was taken aback.
"I have an apartment in Emerald Lake Garden that I am planning to renovate," Fang Qing stated.
"Are you going to let me handle the renovation?" Yan Jien was surprised.
"If Mr. Yan's design satisfies me, then I will definitely entrust the renovation to you," Fang Qing assured him.
"Alright, give me your phone number, and I will provide you with a design plan tomorrow morning," Yan Jien said.
"Okay," Fang Qing nodded.
The two exchanged contact information, and then Yan Jien asked, "How do you plan to handle today's incident?"
"Since we are all friends, I think we should just let today’s matter go!" Fang Qing suggested.
"No way," Yan Jien shook his head.
"What else do you want?" Zhou Tingzhi exclaimed angrily.
"You must apologize to Tong Liya," Yan Jien insisted.
"Why should I apologize to her?" Zhou Tingzhi protested.
"Because you slandered me," Yan Jien replied.
"I..." Zhou Tingzhi wanted to retort but couldn't find a suitable reason at that moment.
"Coach Zhou, since it was your actions that caused this, you should apologize," Fang Qing stated.
"I..." Zhou Tingzhi felt reluctant, but since Fang Qing had spoken up, he could only relent: "Liya, I'm sorry."
"Hmph." Tong Liya let out a cold snort.
"Since you've already apologized, let's consider this matter settled. However, I hope you won't bother me again in the future; otherwise, I won't be so polite next time," Yan Jien warned.
"You... don't get too smug," Zhou Tingzhi said with a harsh remark before turning to leave.
"Manager Fang, then Liya and I will be leaving too," Yan Jien said.
"Mr. Yan, don't forget what I mentioned earlier," Fang Qing reminded him.
"Don't worry, I'll send you the flat plan tomorrow morning," Yan Jien replied.
"Alright." Fang Qing nodded.
After bidding farewell to Fang Qing, Yan Jien and Tong Liya left the gym together.
"Thank you," Tong Liya expressed her gratitude.
"No need to thank me. He is my ex-girlfriend's ex-boyfriend, and there were some misunderstandings between us, which is why he targeted me. Since you're my colleague, he dragged you into it as well," Yan Jien explained.
"I see," Tong Liya realized.
"It's getting late; let me take you home!" Yan Jien offered.
"Okay," Tong Liya nodded.
The two took a taxi back to West Lake Street, and it was already nine o'clock in the evening.
"I'm here," Tong Liya said as she stopped walking.
"Then I won't walk you any further," Yan Jien said.
"Yeah, you can go back now!" Tong Liya replied.
"Alright." Yan Jien nodded and watched as Tong Liya walked away.
As he gazed at Tong Liya's receding figure, a warm feeling rose in Yan Jien's heart. Today, Tong Liya stood by his side without hesitation, making him feel the sweetness of being supported by someone; it was a wonderful and warm feeling.
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