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Li Xue drove to the company.
She walked through the main entrance and took the elevator upstairs.
Arriving at the Human Resources department, she found the person in charge and informed him that she was moving out.
The manager paused for a moment and asked, "Why?"
Li Xue remained silent for a moment before softly replying, "Personal reasons."
The manager nodded, "I understand. I will make the arrangements for you."
Li Xue looked at him and said, "Thank you."
The manager smiled, "You're welcome."
After leaving the Human Resources department, Li Xue returned to her office.
She opened her computer and began working.
At noon, she received a phone call.
A familiar male voice came through on the other end: "Hello, Li Xue."
Li Xue was slightly taken aback.
After a moment of silence, she quietly said, " Editor Zhang?"
Zhang Lin chuckled, "You remember me."
Li Xue smiled back, "Of course."
Zhang Lin then asked softly, "Do you have time now?"
Li Xue thought for a moment and replied, "Yes."
Zhang Lin suggested, "Let's meet up."
Li Xue was momentarily surprised.
After a brief silence, she said softly, "Okay."
Zhang Lin smiled again, "See you later then."
Li Xue smiled back, "See you later."
After hanging up the phone, Li Xue continued her work.
At five-thirty in the afternoon, she finished her day.
She packed her things, left the office, and headed to the underground parking lot. Getting into her car, she drove away.
She drove to a café. After parking her car, she got out and walked inside. She chose a seat by the window, ordered a cup of coffee, and then took out her phone to message Zhang Lin.
"I've arrived."
Zhang Lin replied quickly, "I'll be there soon."
Li Xue smiled as she looked at her phone, then put it away and waited quietly.
Ten minutes later, Zhang Lin arrived. He sat across from Li Xue, looking at her with a smile. "Sorry for being late."
Li Xue shook her head. "I came early."
Zhang Lin looked at her and asked, "Do you want to eat something?"
Li Xue thought for a moment. "Anything's fine."
Zhang Lin smiled. "Then I'll order for us."
Li Xue nodded in agreement. Zhang Lin ordered two steaks and a bottle of red wine.
Li Xue watched him and asked, "Do you have something to discuss with me?"
Zhang Lin looked at her seriously. "My studio is about to be established."
Li Xue was a bit surprised. "Really? Congratulations!"
Zhang Lin smiled again. "I want to invite you to join my studio."
Li Xue paused for a moment. "Me?"
Zhang Lin nodded. "Are you willing?"
Li Xue bit her lip and said softly, "Can I think about it?"
"Of course," Zhang Lin replied.
After a brief silence, Li Xue asked quietly, "How many employees does your studio have now?"
Zhang Lin looked at her and said, "Including you, five."
Li Xue was surprised. "Only five?"
Zhang Lin nodded. "We're still in the preparation stage. I plan to start hiring more people after some time."
"..." Li Xue fell silent for a moment and said softly, "Can I look up your studio online?"
"..." Zhang Lin looked at her and replied, "Of course."
"..." Li Xue smiled, "Great, then I'll check it out tonight."
"..." Zhang Lin nodded, "Alright."
After dinner, Li Xue bid farewell to Zhang Lin and left the café. She got into her car and drove back to the company. Upon arriving at the office building, she parked her car, got out, and walked inside. She took the elevator up to her office.
Once at her desk, she turned on her computer and began searching for information about Zhang Lin's studio online. As she scanned the details on the screen, her emotions became somewhat mixed. Zhang Lin's studio was not very large, but the work atmosphere was excellent, and the pay was generous; many well-known writers were eager to join his studio.
Li Xue felt a surge of excitement as she looked at the computer screen. After a moment of contemplation, she took out her phone and sent a message to Zhang Lin.
"I would like to join your studio."
Zhang Lin quickly replied, "That's great! Welcome aboard."
Li Xue smiled at her phone, put it away, and continued with her work.
...
Li Xue rented a small apartment near the company; it was simply decorated but very clean. She moved all her belongings into the apartment and tidied up before heading to the supermarket for some shopping. She bought a lot of items and piled them in the living room. Sitting on the sofa, she looked around at her new space and felt a sense of joy.
She took out her phone, snapped a photo, and posted it on Weibo.
"New Home"
After posting, she set her phone down, stood up, walked to the fridge, opened it, and took out a bottle of drink, taking a big gulp. Looking at the contents of the fridge, she thought for a moment and decided to go grocery shopping again tomorrow.
...
The next day, Li Xue woke up early, freshened up, changed into her clothes, applied makeup, and then headed out for work.
She drove to the company building, parked her car, got out, and walked inside.
Entering her office, she began her work.
At five-thirty in the afternoon, Li Xue finished her shift. She packed her things, left the office, and headed to the underground parking lot, where she got into her car and drove away.
She arrived at a restaurant, parked her car, got out, and walked inside.
Finding a seat by the window, she sat down and ordered a steak before pulling out her phone to scroll through Weibo.
As she looked at the content on Weibo, her mood became somewhat complicated. Suddenly, her phone vibrated.
Glancing at the caller ID, she saw it was Zhang Lin calling.
She answered the phone, "Hello?"
"..." Zhang Lin said softly, "What are you doing?"
"..." Li Xue smiled, "Eating out."
"..." Zhang Lin asked quietly, "By yourself?"
"..." Li Xue nodded, "Yeah."
"..." After a moment of silence, Zhang Lin said softly, "I'll come find you."
"..." Li Xue was a bit surprised, "Do you need something?"
"..." Zhang Lin replied quietly, "Can't I just come see you?"
"..." Li Xue laughed lightly, "Of course not."
"..." Zhang Lin said softly, "Send me the address."
"..." Li Xue paused for a moment before responding quietly, "Okay."
Li Xue hung up the phone and sent the address to Zhang Lin.
Fifteen minutes later, Zhang Lin arrived. He sat across from Li Xue, looking at her with a smile. "Have you been waiting long?"
"..." Li Xue shook her head, "No."
"..." Zhang Lin looked at her curiously, "What did you order?"
"..." Li Xue smiled, "Steak."
"..." Zhang Lin looked at her, "You like steak too?"
"..." Li Xue smiled again, "Yeah."
"..." Zhang Lin gazed at her, "I love it as well."
"..." Li Xue chuckled, "Looks like we have similar tastes."
"..." Zhang Lin regarded her, "By the way, have you thought about it?"
"..." Li Xue met his gaze, "I sent you a message last night."
"..." Zhang Lin appeared surprised, "You agreed?"
"..." Li Xue nodded with a smile, "Mm-hmm."
"..." Zhang Lin looked at her, "Thank you."
"..." Li Xue shook her head, "I should be the one thanking you."
"..." Zhang Lin continued to look at her, "When are you free? Let's meet and discuss in detail."
"..." Li Xue pondered for a moment, "How about tomorrow?"
"..." Zhang Lin replied, "Alright, tomorrow it is."
After finishing their meal, Li Xue and Zhang Lin left the restaurant.
Once home, Li Xue took a shower and then lay on her bed, staring at the ceiling with mixed feelings.
She was uncertain whether joining Zhang Lin's studio was the right decision, but she didn't want to miss this opportunity.
Taking a deep breath, she closed her eyes and fell asleep.
The next day, Li Xue woke up early. After washing up, changing clothes, and putting on makeup, she headed out to work.
She drove to the company building, parked her car, got out, and walked inside.
Arriving at her office, she began her work.
At five-thirty in the afternoon, Li Xue finished her shift.
She packed her things and left the office, heading to the underground parking lot where she got into her car and drove away.
She arrived at the location she had agreed upon with Zhang Lin.
After parking her car, she got out and walked into the café.
She arrived at the agreed-upon location with Zhang Lin and sat down, waiting quietly.
Ten minutes later, Zhang Lin showed up. He sat across from Li Xue, looked at her, and smiled. "Sorry I'm late."
Li Xue shook her head. "No, it's me who came early."
Zhang Lin continued to look at her. "What would you like to drink?"
Li Xue smiled. "Coffee, I suppose."
Zhang Lin raised an eyebrow. "You still like coffee?"
Li Xue chuckled softly. "I drink it occasionally."
Zhang Lin inquired further, "So what kind of coffee do you like?"
Li Xue thought for a moment. "Mocha, I guess."
Zhang Lin observed her closely. "Mocha is quite bitter."
Li Xue smiled again. "I like bitter things."
Zhang Lin nodded. "Then let's order two mochas."
Li Xue agreed with a nod.
The waiter quickly brought their coffees. Li Xue stared at the cup in front of her, feeling a mix of emotions. She picked up a spoon and stirred it before taking a sip.
Looking out the window, her feelings grew more complicated. She wondered if she could handle this job. With a sigh, she set down her cup, grabbed her bag, and stood up to leave.
Exiting the café, she got into her car and drove back to the office. Once there, she sat in her chair and stared at the computer screen, still feeling conflicted.
Taking out her phone, she sent a message to Zhang Lin: "I'm ready."
Zhang Lin replied quickly: "Good."
Li Xue looked at her phone, feeling a bit excited. She took a deep breath, calmed herself down, and started working.
After work, Li Xue drove home. Once she arrived, she took a shower and then sat on the sofa to watch television. As she stared at the screen, her emotions became somewhat complicated. She pulled out her phone and scrolled through Weibo, her feelings still in turmoil. After a moment of contemplation, she decided to message Gu Jingchen.
"What are you up to?"
Gu Jingchen quickly replied, "At the office."
"That lady you went on a blind date with is quite pretty."
Chen Hao, sipping his coffee, sent the photo to Gu Jingchen.
" manager Gu, your little girlfriend is quite beautiful," he thought to himself, realizing that Li Xue was far more attractive than any socialite he had seen before.
Upon receiving the message, Gu Jingchen furrowed his brow and opened the picture. In it, Li Xue appeared to be enjoying a lively conversation with the man across from her. His expression darkened as a familiar pain began to gnaw at his stomach. This damn woman! Just a few days apart and she was already flirting with someone else!
With a cold glare, Gu Jingchen picked up his phone to call Li Xue. Just as he found her number, he hesitated. What would he even say? Ask her why she was with another man? When did Gu Jingchen become someone who needed to monitor a woman's actions?
He closed his eyes, suppressing the anger bubbling within him, and set his phone back down.
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