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A few days later, Lin Ran came to find me, carrying a large bag of fruit.
As soon as I opened the door, her eyes locked onto my face. "Xiao Yan, look at you! Your dark circles are almost down to your chin."
"I'm fine," I said, lowering my head to avoid her gaze as I turned to pour myself some water.
"Stop pretending." She sighed heavily and placed the fruit on the table. "Jiang Yan is not the right person for you. He's selfish, stubborn, and insecure. Breaking up was the right choice."
Her tone was like a statement of an undeniable fact, but my heart twisted painfully.
"The most important thing now is to pull yourself together. Don't let your work and life fall apart too," Lin Ran said, her voice growing more serious as she looked at my back.
"I know." I forced a smile that was more painful than crying.
Lin Ran stared at me for two seconds before suddenly pulling out a business card from her bag and handing it to me. "Don't think I'm meddling. This is Lu Ming; he's an executive with good character and decent prospects. You should consider getting to know him."
"Lin Ran..." I frowned, feeling resistant. "I just broke up; isn't it too soon to meet someone else?"
"Xiao Yan, you can only truly let go of the past by stepping out," she said firmly, leaving no room for argument. "Do you want to stay locked in your room forever, letting those unworthy people continue to hurt you?"
Her words struck my heart like a heavy blow.
After a long pause, I finally nodded, my voice barely audible. "Alright, I'll give it a try."
A few days later, I finally gathered the courage to go on the date.
The meeting place was the lobby of a five-star hotel in the city center.
As soon as I stepped through the revolving door, a rush of cool air greeted me. The lobby was resplendent with golden decor, and tall crystal chandeliers cast warm light all around, while my heart raced nervously in my chest.
"Miss Li?"
A deep and magnetic voice called out from not far away.
Looking up, I saw a tall man in a sharp suit walking towards me. His features were chiseled and striking, and each step exuded poise and confidence.
"Hello, I am Lu Ming," he said with a slight nod, extending his hand.
"Hello, I am Li Xiaoyan," I forced a smile and shook his hand.
His palm was warm, providing a sense of reassurance that matched his appearance.
He took me to a French restaurant on the top floor of the hotel. During dinner, he was both gentlemanly and humorous, with a clear vision for the future. This maturity and calmness stood in stark contrast to Jiang Yan's impulsiveness.
After dinner, he drove me home. The faint scent of leather in the car relaxed my mood considerably.
Before I got out, he took out an exquisite silver necklace and handed it to me. "I hope you like it."
The sapphire on the necklace sparkled softly, perfectly complementing my pendant. I didn't refuse; I simply whispered a thank you.
For some time after that, Lu Ming and I met frequently.
He took me to various upscale venues, and each date was filled with a sense of ceremony, allowing me to experience a freshness and excitement I had never known before.
Being with him seemed to gradually lift the shadow that Jiang Yan had cast over me, and I began to believe that perhaps I could have a new beginning.
But this tranquility didn't last long before it was shattered.
One night, I returned home late from work only to find Lu Ming waiting for me at the door. His hands were shoved into his suit pants pockets, and his expression was terrifyingly dark.
"Why are you back so late? What were you doing with that male colleague?" he asked coldly, his tone thick with dissatisfaction and suspicion.
His questioning left me stunned; it took me a moment to respond. "Lu Ming, we were just discussing the project."
"Discussing the project?" He scoffed, his gaze icy. "Li Xiaoyan, I won't allow you to have too much contact with other men!"
His aggressive demeanor sparked an inexplicable anger within me. "On what grounds do you make such demands? I'm your girlfriend, not your possession!"
"I'm doing this for your own good!" he retorted stubbornly. "A woman should prioritize her family. You work so hard; you might as well quit and stay at home. I'll provide you with a better life."
Hearing those words, I felt a heavy weight in my chest, as if a giant stone was pressing down on me. "Resign? Lu Ming, I love my job; it is my pursuit and a reflection of my values! Why should I give up myself for you?"
Our argument escalated, and his dominance and controlling nature suffocated me.
Finally, I could no longer endure it. "Enough! Lu Ming, this is where we end!"
After saying that, I turned and ran into the house, slamming the door shut behind me without looking back.
Standing by the window, watching the taillights of the car fade into the distance, I suddenly felt an unprecedented fatigue and confusion wash over me.
Why does my love always end in failure?
Where is the person who truly understands and supports me?
The pendant around my neck felt icy against my skin, like the heavy stone pressing on my heart, making it hard to breathe.
I could almost hear Jiang Yan's voice in my ears: "If you can't support me, then what future do we have?"
That sentence echoed Lu Ming's words: "I'm doing this for your own good."
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