Night.
In the room.
Mother Yuan leaned on the bed and looked at her daughter's curvaceous figure. She could not help but sigh, "You've really grown up. In the blink of an eye, it's time for you to get married."
Yuan Xue did not reply. She turned her head and asked, "Mom, do you want some milk?"
"I won't drink it. You drink it yourself."
Mother Yuan continued and continued, "Ah Xue, now that you've graduated and your job is stable, you should be able to take care of yourself. Plus you're not young anymore … "
Yuan Xue poured herself a glass of milk and took a sip. She smiled faintly and said, "Mom, is it time for me to get married?"
Mother Yuan rolled her eyes at her and asked, "Isn't it?"
"Mom, I have my own plans. Don't worry about it."
"How can I not worry?"
Mother Yuan snorted, "Your dad doesn't care, and you don't care either. It's been so many years and I've never seen you have a friend.
The year before last, it was the first time your dad and I saw a male classmate visit.
Your aunt also said that she met you downstairs. I thought it was more reliable …
But who would have thought that your classmate would soar higher and higher, to the point where we can't even reach him.
Xue, mom knows that you probably can't let it go, but you have to let go of what you have to let go.
We can't reach people like Li Dong.
It was fine a few years ago. His business was not small, but our daughter was a good match for him.
But now?
He's the richest man in the world. The people he interacts with are all high-ranking officials and nobles. We're from a small family. Mom can't bear to let you compromise.
It's better to be realistic. Find someone with similar conditions to yourself. That way you can live happily.
You graduated from a prestigious university and now you're working in a global enterprise. In terms of looks, I haven't seen many who are prettier than my daughter.
Our relatives and friends all say that you look like a celebrity. It's a waste not to be a celebrity.
Besides, although our family isn't rich, we can still live.
With our conditions, finding someone of similar level won't be too bad. Xue, mom isn't asking for you to be rich … "
Mother Yuan nagged for a long time. Yuan Xue did not refute.
When she was almost done, she said softly, "I understand."
"What's the use of just knowing!"
Mother Yuan said unhappily, "That's what you say every day. You've been like this since you were young. If I say something you don't like to hear, you just say that you know it. But I don't see you take action.
We women can't compare to men. When we get older, no matter how good our conditions are, it will still be others who choose you.
While you're still young, find a suitable partner and get married as soon as possible. Your father and I can also be at ease.
Ah Xue, listen to your mother.
You're also 24 years old. At this age, most people are already married and have children.
You're a scholar, so it's fine if you're delayed for a few years. But now that you've graduated and are working … "
Yuan Xue retorted without batting an eyelid, "I'm 23."
Mother Yuan rolled her eyes again and said snappily, "What 23? We are counting according to the nominal age. Besides, it's going to be the New Year soon. That means you'll be 25 … When a woman reaches 25 years old, she's really old!"
Yuan Xue had a helpless look on her face. I've suddenly grown older by two years, there's really nothing much to say.
Continuing to drink her milk, Yuan Xue changed the topic, "Mother, do you watch TV?"
"Nope, you can't hide your little thoughts from me.
Let me ask you, do you have a boyfriend?
"I don't know."
Mother Yuan was stunned for a moment and immediately said angrily, "What do you mean you don't know? If you do, then so be it. If you don't, then so be it. What do you mean you don't know?"
Yuan Xue said perfunctorily, "Whatever, Mother. Let's get straight to the point. You've been laying the groundwork for me for so long. Which aunt came to talk to you about something?
What elite talent did she introduce to you for me to get to know?
Someone from a government agency?
Professor from the US?
Her family runs a business?
Or something else?
You always beat around the bush, forcing me to guess. If your daughter's IQ was just a little lower, would you be prepared to sell me? "
"Nonsense!"
Mother Yuan reprimanded her and rolled her eyes at her. "If I sell you, no matter how much money I earn, it's still yours. Stop talking nonsense. Others will see you as a joke if they hear you. But … "
"But the introduction is true. Isn't that man very outstanding and meets your requirements? To put it bluntly, is he waiting for me outside now? Or maybe we can have a meal together tomorrow to get to know each other. Even if we can't be husband and wife, at least we can be friends. Mother, I've said what I need to say. Is there anything else you need to add? "
Mother Yuan's face was full of helplessness. After a while, she said angrily, "There's nothing to add, but I still need to tell you about the situation.
This time, it's really suitable. In the past, our relatives have introduced many men to you. How many times have I urged you?
It's different this time. The man is very outstanding!
He's about the same as you. He first went to university in China, then went to the US for postgraduate studies.
I heard that it's also a famous school. What's the name … what's it called again? I've forgotten. Anyway, it's not a diploma mill. I heard it's quite famous.
In terms of education, he's a good match for you.
Last year, the man returned to China to develop his career. He also worked in Shanghai. In just over a year, he became a leader in a large enterprise. The treatment is very good.
Not long ago, he bought a house and a car in Shanghai.
His parents are also cultured people. One is a professor in a university, and the other is an English teacher in a high school.
I've met his parents once. One look and I can tell that they are intellectuals. Their qualities and self-restraint are top-notch. Your father kept praising them when he saw them.
They're not officials either. If they were really officials, I wouldn't have told you.
His family's circumstances are good. Most of the time, it's the young man's own hard work.
I've seen the young man's photo. He's very spirited. One look and I can tell he's promising.
When his parents told him about this, the young man wasn't happy. Later, I showed his parents your photo and told them about your situation.
The young man also said that he can go everywhere first. He'll definitely ask for your approval.
We elders didn't say anything before we decided. It's all free love now. If you like someone, that's the best. If you don't, I can't force you, right?
So there's no loss in meeting him.
I've heard that the young man has many girls chasing after him. He's always looked down on him.
But our daughter is so outstanding. Once I explained the situation, he took the initiative to fall in love.
Ah Xue, I won't force you. Let's meet him first. If he's suitable, we can date for a year or two. Then, we can get married. That's about right.
If he's not suitable, then forget it. That should be fine, right?
Your father and I feel that you two definitely have something in common. Your experiences are similar, your family background is similar, and he's young and handsome. He's only 27 years old … "
Mother Yuan really liked him. No matter how she looked at it, the other party's qualifications were not bad.
Moreover, he came from an intellectual family. To small businessmen like the Yuan Family, intellectuals were still worthy of respect. Especially when he was a university professor. That was even more unusual.
This was more suitable for Yuan Xue than finding an official or a businessman.
Young people should work hard on their own. The young man had bought a house and a car in Shanghai. He was also a leader in a large enterprise. He was also young. How could his daughter suffer in the future?
Moreover, the two elders had quite a lot of savings. Once they paid off the mortgage, the young couple's life would be very comfortable.
Because she felt that he was very suitable, Mother Yuan specially made this trip.
Otherwise, Mother Yuan would not be worried that her daughter could not find a partner. Why would she be so anxious?
Yuan Xue nodded and said, "His qualifications are quite good. This kind of man is not afraid of not being able to find a wife. If that's the case, then forget it. We don't want to waste other people's time."
"What do you mean waste other people's time!"
Mother Yuan was a little angry. "You can at least meet him once, right?
I've already said that if you're not satisfied, then pretend that nothing happened.
But you don't even want to meet him. What kind of logic is that? Or did you date him yourself?
If you really dated him, I won't say anything. But you should at least let me and your father meet him, right?
If he didn't date, shouldn't he be dating someone at his age?
Ah Xue, I've already said this. You can't just say that you don't want to meet him or that you don't have time.
No matter how busy work is, there's always a time to rest.
If you're really busy, I'll get the young man to look for you. After work, let's go for a walk, drink something, watch a movie … "
Yuan Xue finally finished her milk. She held the cup and said, "I'll go wash the cup. Mom, sleep early. You've been tired all day."
"Ah Xue …"
"…"
Mother Yuan was a little annoyed. But seeing that her daughter had opened the door and there was a roommate in the room, she could not continue talking.
When Yuan Xue entered the room again, Mother Yuan frowned and said, "Can't you even meet him?"
"I don't think so. It's the same even if we meet. It'll just waste each other's time. It's better to be straightforward and let both of us relax. "
"Then you're not planning to get married?"
"It depends."
"What do you mean depends!" Mother Yuan said angrily. "Or are you still thinking about that Li Dong? But didn't I tell you that our families are not compatible? You don't have any contact with him now, right? "
Yuan Xue did not say anything and went to bed to rest.
Mother Yuan said again, "Ever since he became rich, I don't think I've seen him even once. I'm afraid he's the one who didn't contact you on his own?
Even so, you should be able to understand it.
It's not business to rush. If you really find such a person, you won't necessarily have a comfortable life. Your father and I know a little about rich people.
When our family's business was booming, your father had a little money and was extremely smug.
Our family was almost destroyed.
Fortunately, there were some problems in our family during that time. Once your father got sick, his mind became clear and he saw through it.
Otherwise, he would have run off with some vixen.
How much money does our family have, and your father is already like this.
How much money does Li Dong have?
Can you control him?
When he goes on TV now, he's shaking hands and talking with the leaders of the central government. Even if you follow him, you won't have a comfortable life.
There's also no one in your family who can support you.
Your life is not comfortable, and you can't even find someone to cry to. Have you ever thought about this kind of life?
Listen to me, forget about Li Dong. "
"Yes, I know."
"This again!"
Mother Yuan was furious. After a while, she said, "We'll meet after work tomorrow. Just take a look. If you're not satisfied, then forget it. You decide the place. You don't have to worry about anything else. If you don't choose, I'll bring someone to wait for you at the entrance of the estate. Since you're already here, even if you're not willing, you have to take a look! "
"Mom, a forcibly picked melon is not sweet." Yuan Xue covered her head with the blanket and replied sullenly.
"I didn't say that you're getting married. Just take a look. I promise that you'll definitely like it when you see it."
"Then let me take a look at the photo. Forget about the person."
"You little girl, why can't you listen to me! If you see the photo, you'll definitely say that you don't like it. You're just fooling me. "
"Mom, you're still not confident enough in him. Otherwise, why wouldn't you let me see the photo? If he's really as good as you say, I might go. Also, can you not do this kind of thing next time? What's the point of adding to your worries? Also, if you show my photo everywhere again, I'll confiscate all the photos the next time I go back. I'll leave you a few childhood photos for others to see. "
"Stupid girl!"
Mother Yuan was a little annoyed and helpless. Seeing that her daughter did not say anything, she turned off the lights and went to sleep.
…
The next day.
Although Yuan Xue had handed in her resignation letter, she had not officially resigned. She still had to go to work.
After bidding farewell to her mother's nagging, Yuan Xue and Liu Yue entered the elevator together.
When the elevator door opened, there was already someone inside.
It was a very young, sunny, and handsome young man in a suit. Seeing the two of them, the young man nodded slightly with a warm smile on his face.
The young man did not say anything. Yuan Xue and Liu Yue did not say anything either. Liu Yue, on the other hand, took a few more glances at him.
When they arrived at the basement level one garage, Liu Yue could not help but say, "You're new here. I don't think I've seen you before."
The young man said with a smile, "I just moved here two days ago. I live above you."
"No wonder I've never seen you before …"
Liu Yue said a few more words. At any time, a handsome man or a beautiful woman would give a good first impression, not to mention a sunny and handsome man.
In addition, the young man was well-spoken and polite. It was easy for him to leave a good impression.
As they spoke, the few of them went to get their cars.
When they got there, it was a coincidence that their cars were parked next to each other.
The young man smiled at the two of them and said softly, "What a coincidence. We live next door. Even the parking spaces are neighbors."
Seeing his warm and handsome smile, Liu Yue smiled again and said, "It's quite a coincidence. Are you going to work?"
"Yeah …"
The man wanted to say something more, but Yuan Xue had already opened the door and got in. She shouted, "Get in, there'll be a traffic jam later."
Liu Yue smiled apologetically. As she got in the car, she said, "Let's talk next time."
"Okay."
The young man nodded and nodded to Yuan Xue with a smile.
Yuan Xue did not say anything. She started the car and drove out.
When they got out of the garage, Liu Yue could not help but say, "Ah Xue, he's so handsome. Do you think we should ask him out for a cup of coffee next time?"
"It's our first time meeting. We don't know anything. Can being handsome make a living?" Yuan Xue said casually without turning her head.
"We can get to know each other better in the future."
"As long as you're happy."
"Sigh, I just don't know if he has a girlfriend …"
Liu Yue mumbled for a while. After a while, the car came to a red light. Yuan Xue stopped the car.
At this time, another car stopped beside them. Liu Yue was still talking when she suddenly heard someone talking outside the window. She could not help but turn her head to look.
When she saw the appearance of the other person's car, she could not help but open the window and said with a slight surprise, "You're going this way too?"
The young man smiled and said, "Yeah, my company is over at Jinqiao. What about you?"
"What a coincidence!"
Liu Yue quickly said, "Us too. We're at L'Oréal. Where are you? I might even know you."
"L'Oréal R&D Center?"
"Yeah, you know about it?"
"That's really a coincidence. I'm at Tek Technology. It's not far from you. I often pass by your place on my way to and from work."
"What a coincidence!"
Liu Yue was pleasantly surprised and quickly said, "We're really fated. I know your company too. I've been there before. Right, what's your name? My name is Liu Yue. We'll be on the way to and from work in the future … "
"My name is Bai Qing. We can have a cup of coffee together when we have time in the future. We have the same residence, the same parking space, and even the company is next door. It's really fate."
Bai Qing smiled brightly, then inadvertently looked at Yuan Xue and said, "This is?"
"Oh, her name is Yuan Xue. We're together. Don't mind her. Xue doesn't like to talk …"
"I understand. The name is quite familiar, and they look alike …"
Bai Qing said with an apologetic look, "Sorry, I took the liberty."
After that, the red light turned green. Bai Qing quickly said, "Let's talk later."
After saying this, Bai Qing stepped on the accelerator, sped up, and left in advance.
When Liu Yue saw him leaving, she said with joy, "Xue, it's such a coincidence. I didn't expect you to work in the same place. He just took the initiative to ask us out for coffee …"
"It's not me who asked you out," Yuan Xue interrupted.
Liu Yue suddenly smiled and said, "I know, I know. It's better if you don't go. If I'm by your side, I'm just a supporting character. Besides, with that person around, he has no chance. "
Yuan Xue smiled and did not speak. She continued to drive intently.
…
In front.
Bai Qing passed Yuan Xue's car, put on the headset, and made a phone call.
After a while, the phone was connected. Bai Qing quickly smiled and said, "Boss, I got through, but it's the first time we've met, so it's not suitable for in-depth communication. After a few days, when we're more familiar with each other, I'll slowly launch my attack. At that time, I'll expose the fact that we're on a blind date, which will probably deepen the other party's impression of me. I know this kind of woman too well. She looks difficult to get along with, but in fact … "
Bai Qing said confidently for a while. His face was no longer modest and warm, but a little more unruly.
The person on the other side of the phone said a few words, and finally said, "Take your time. Don't rush. It's best if the conditions are right. Do you understand?"
"I understand. Don't worry, I'm good at this."
"That's for the best. After it's done, I'll help you settle everything. Plus, I'll add one million in cash. That's enough for you to live a carefree life!"
"Thank you, boss. You're too kind!"
Bai Qing laughed and quickly thanked him.
…
At the same time.
Behind Yuan Xue's car was an inconspicuous Hyundai.
In the car, there were two men and two women.
One of the women with a cold face saw the two cars in front of them stop. The two sides had communicated, so she could not help but frown and said, "What's up with this person?"
The young man sitting in the passenger seat said casually, "Don't you know? He's an overseas returnee who just bought the house above Miss Yuan's a few days ago. It's just on the way."
"It's too much of a coincidence." The cold woman frowned slightly. "They bought the house together, the parking space together, and the place of work together …"
The young man shrugged and said, "Ah Mei, don't be so suspicious all the time. Our task is so easy now, and no one is paying attention to Miss Yuan. Our main task is to guard against gangsters. Don't create extra work for us. It's troublesome."
The cold woman called Ah Mei frowned and said, "Since we're here, of course, we have to do our best! If anything happens to Miss Yuan, you know the boss's character. If the boss gets angry, he can kill all of us. Don't take it lightly! "
The young man was slightly stunned, and then said embarrassedly, "Ah Mei, don't be so serious. I'm just saying. Look at me. I stay up late every day, and I have dark circles under my eyes. How can I not do my best?"
Ah Mei snorted and did not speak. The middle-aged man who was driving smiled and said, "Don't argue. Go back and carefully check this person's background information. We can't be too careless, but we don't have to be too careful either. Ah Mei's words also make sense. It's just a coincidence. We didn't pay much attention to it before. After all, he's a handsome young man. We can't afford any accidents. Just in case. "
They nodded, and Ah Mei said again, "Should we inform the boss?"
"Not yet. The four of us are enough. We don't want to burden the boss and make a fuss."
"Okay, then I'll go back and check the information."
As they spoke, they followed Yuan Xue's car closely. It was not very eye-catching in the traffic.
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