Ye Ci leaned back in her chair and stretched her limbs as she stared at Zuo Xiaolan. Zuo Xiaolan's face was obscured by the smoke, and from Ye Ci's point of view, Zuo Xiaolan felt surreal. As she stared, she did not know why her eyes were so wet. She only felt a little sour in her nose. She subconsciously sniffed and said slowly, "Mom, I know."
"Idiot, if you really know, then I don't have to say anything today." Zuo Xiaolan took another puff and slowly exhaled. Her face was blurred in the smoke, but she looked so gentle and kind. "You've been stubborn since you were young. Once you've decided on something, you won't tell anyone and you won't listen to anyone. I remember that when you were young, you watched TV. There was a program that called for the children in the city to go to the countryside to eat and have fun with the children in the countryside. You wanted to go, but my heart ached and I didn't let you go. Your father also didn't let you go, but you insisted on going. You took the New Year's money and secretly signed up. When your father and I found out, you were leaving the next day. Your father gave you a good beating, but you still wanted to go. Before I left, I brought you a lot of things, but when you left, you didn't bring anything. Instead, you took a lot of money. After half a month, you came back. You were dark and skinny, and your body was full of insect bites. I asked you if it was tough, and you said no. But when you were on the phone with Liu Chang, I heard you saying that you felt terrible, but you didn't say a word in front of us and even gave them the money. Tell me, why don't you know how to beat around the bush? When you saw how pitiful that child was, you told me and your dad that we could donate to both of them. Why did you have to go alone? What if you put in a few good words for us? So what if you give us a soft reply? You are our daughter. If you know how to act coquettishly, your father will want to pluck the stars from the sky for you. "
Ye Ci remembered this matter, but it had been so long that she had forgotten the ins and outs of it. She only vaguely remembered that when she was young, she stubbornly wanted to do a good deed to help others, something meaningful. That was how Zuo Xiaolan mentioned it. Thinking of this, she couldn't help but chuckle softly. When she was young, she was really naive and happy. Such a small matter was more important than life and death. She seemed to remember that time when she fell into a river in the countryside and almost drowned. At that time, she was scared to death, but when her parents asked her how she was doing, she stiffly straightened her little neck and replied crisply, "Very well."
Back then … it was truly a good time.
"Little Ci, don't be so stubborn. If you've really chosen that man, you'll have to be softer. I know how strong you are, but Little Ci, no matter how strong you are, you're still a girl. If you're strong, he's also strong. It'll be fine for a year or two, but it'll be tiring for you if you keep this up for too long. " Zuo Xiaolan extended her hand across the table and gripped Ye Ci's hand tightly, her voice clear and solemn.
Ye Ci raised her head and looked at Zuo Xiaolan. She opened her mouth to say something, but for some reason, she was unable to say a word. She stared at Zuo Xiaolan. There were so many things that she could not say. Mother, I can't do it. I can't be like Dong Yin. I can't sacrifice anything for my lover. I can't be like Susu. I can't be like Susu. I'm Ye Ci. I'm Ye Ci after her rebirth. I'm just this stubborn. I don't know how to be soft. She narrowed her eyes and smiled at Zuo Xiaolan through the smoke. She nodded her head gently, "Okay, mother."
Seeing her like this, Zuo Xiaolan did not relax at all. Instead, she picked up the wine cup and took a big gulp. She sighed and said, "You, you're just being perfunctory. I know what you're thinking in your heart. You're still playing this trick on me."
"No, I'm not." Ye Ci looked at Zuo Xiaolan, who was drinking, with a smile. She looked as innocent and cute as a little girl.
"Anyway, I've already told you. If you don't take it seriously, you'll be at a disadvantage! Really … "Zuo Xiaolan knew Ye Ci very well. Therefore, when Ye Ci answered so obediently, she felt a stifling fire rising in her heart. It made her feel uncomfortable. She really wanted to pry open Ye Ci's head to see what this girl was thinking. She said," Remember, no matter who you'll be with in the future, you have to be gentle. You have to be gentle, understand? "
Ye Ci was still smiling. She nodded obediently, "I understand, mother."
"Really?" Zuo Xiaolan looked at Ye Ci suspiciously. She did not believe it at all.
Ye Ci was still smiling, "I really understand."
Zuo Xiaolan was worried, but there was nothing she could say. She could only drag Ye Ci into the house and talk to her for a while before going to bed. Ye Ci was left alone on the balcony. She looked up at the moon and let out a sigh. I know what I'm talking about, but I can't do it.
Four years passed in the blink of an eye. It was a big event for Fate, and it was also a big event for Ye Ci. She was going to graduate.
Yes, although Ye Ci had been working hard, her rebirth did not bring her any good results. She almost failed her courses several times, so it was difficult for her to graduate. Fang Susu looked at Ye Ci, who was preparing for her graduation thesis, and asked, "Are you done with your thesis?"
"I'm done, but …" Ye Ci looked at the title of her thesis, then looked up at the sky and sighed, "Who knows if I'll be able to get my diploma."
"You definitely will." Fang Susu nodded with certainty.
Ye Ci looked at Fang Susu, touched. Fang Susu is the best. I don't even have much confidence in myself, but she's still so confident in me. Fang Susu looked at her and said, "Since you've paid so much for your tuition, the school will give you your diploma."
Ye Ci felt as if a flock of crows were flying over her head, cawing as they flew. Tears welled up in her eyes.
"The thesis defense is next month. Do you want to go to the Fate HQ for the 4th anniversary party?" Fang Susu rested her chin on her hand and smiled at Ye Ci. Who else has seen Gongzi You so embarrassed before? I should've taken a picture of it.
"What's wrong? You're going? "Ye Ci glanced at Fang Susu.
"I was going, but our guild doesn't have enough slots. Qin Churuo refused to bring me along." Fang Susu pouted, "Look at him. He's so despicable. How can he refuse to bring me along? He must be looking for a girl at the party."
Ye Ci was amused by Fang ShuShu's sarcastic tone, and patted her shoulder, "If he's not going to bring you along, then come with me."
"Really? You're going as well? " Fang Susu perked up and smiled, "I knew you'd go too. If you don't go, then no one else is qualified to go."
"But you'll have to be my follower. You'll have to carry the suitcases." Ye Ci snorted and smirked.
"Ye Ci, why don't you go to hell?" Fang Susu pounced on Ye Ci and pinched her neck. Ye Ci laughed as well. The laughter of the two girls was like a silver bell that pierced through the clouds.
On the plane to S City, Fang Susu looked left and right and sighed, "The treatment of the gurus is indeed different. They are actually in first class. I heard from Qin Churuo that they are all in economy class."
Ye Ci was bored as she browsed through the advertisements on the plane. The advertisements were all about apartments and villas. When she heard Fang Susu's sigh, she replied without raising her head, "If Qin Churuo's name is as red as mine, he'll be able to sit in first class as well."
Fang Susu remembered that Ye Ci's crime score was the most prominent in the game. She was always at the top of the leaderboard with a score that was five times higher than the second place. Fang Susu rubbed her nose and leaned closer to Ye Ci. Staring at her beautiful face, Fang Susu asked softly, "Ye Ci, how many people have you killed?"
As soon as Fang Susu finished her question, the stewardess immediately looked at the two of them. Her beautiful eyes were as sharp as knives, and her pretty face was as pale as a sheet of paper. Ye Ci let out a sigh and turned to Fang ShuShu, "Miss Fang, can you please add the attribution?" She spoke slowly to the stewardess, "Miss Fang, can you please add the attribution? I've only killed players in the game, alright? Please don't say things that will cause misunderstandings. "
Fang ShuShu looked at Ye Ci, and then at the stewardess who was glaring at the two of them. Her face flushed red, and she stammered, "I-I've said something wrong …"
Ye Ci glanced at the stewardess again. The stewardess was already walking towards their resting area. If she remembered correctly, there was a phone that could be used to contact the ground floor and the captain. She couldn't help but cover her face with the magazine and sighed, "Fang Susu, you're the one who got us into trouble this time."
Fang Susu blinked and blinked again. She finally realized what the problem was.
The flight was very peaceful. However, the stewardess didn't take the initiative to look at them. It was as if she was avoiding them like they were snakes or scorpions. However, the peace made Fang Susu feel much more at ease. She felt that the crisis was over.
In fact, this was the reality. Just when you thought that everything was peaceful, basin after basin of dog blood would splatter on you.
As soon as the plane landed, before Ye Ci could turn on her phone, a few people who looked very righteous came and confiscated their phones. They even invited them to the relevant department for tea. Ye Ci sat in a small dark room and glared at Fang Susu. She said angrily, "Fang Susu, why don't you go and die? Why don't you go and die?"
Fang Susu hugged her head and squatted in a corner. She cried and said, "Ye Ci, this is my first time. This is my first time in the relevant department. Can you not make me sad?"
Ye Ci gritted her teeth. However, she couldn't continue when she saw Fang Susu's pitiful look.
It was an unexpected trip. At least, Ye Ci never thought that she would be sent to the relevant department under such circumstances. Fortunately, she wasn't detained. It was just that there was an arrest warrant for a female murderer on the run. All the departments were very serious about it. She was brought in for routine questioning. But even so, it was enough to make her vomit blood. What the hell is going on?
She didn't stay in the relevant department for long. It didn't take long for someone to come and bail her out. Of course, the culprit of the blunder, Fang Susu, was also there.
The corners of Ye Ci's mouth twitched as she looked at Wang Jiangnan. But when she saw Yi Qingchen walking towards her with a smile on his face after handing a cigarette to the police officer, she could feel her face twitching as well.
Yi Qingchen stood in front of Ye Ci. His eyes were so bright that they were almost dazzling. The light in the room shone on his hair, and it was as warm as the winter sun. He smiled at Ye Ci, "Ye Ci, can I interview you about your feelings right now?"
Ye Ci was filled with anger, anxiety, and fear. But when she heard Yi Qingchen's words, she suddenly had the urge to laugh. She smiled at Yi Qingchen, "It's not bad, but I can't go online."
Yi Qingchen chuckled and pulled her into his arms, burying her face in his chest. He could feel her warm breath on his skin through his shirt. He lowered his head and planted a kiss on her hair, "Silly girl, you're such a troublemaker."
Ye Ci snorted, "I didn't ask you to come. I've already talked to the organizer. I'll be fine if you don't come." Ye Ci's voice was soft, but she refused to back down, "I didn't ask you to come. I've already talked to the organizer.
Fleeting Time was annoyed by Ye Ci's words. He glanced at Wang Jiangnan, who was in the midst of completing the paperwork, and noticed that Wang Jiangnan was looking in his direction. Even though it was only for a brief moment, Fleeting Time could still see Wang Jiangnan pursing his lips. He narrowed his eyes and then smiled without batting an eyelid. He lowered his head and said softly, "I can't help it. I was born to worry." With that, Fleeting Time led Ye Ci to retrieve their luggage. He then bade farewell to Wang Jiangnan and prepared to leave with Ye Ci.
But Ye Ci did not forget that she was carrying a burden with her. Yi Qingchen was clearly displeased by her decision. He shot Fang ShuShu a sideways glance, and Fang ShuShu immediately felt ice forming around her.
In the end, the four of them had no choice but to return to their destination in Wang Jiangnan's car. Fang Susu had wanted to sit in the backseat with Ye Ci, but Yi Qingchen's gaze was enough to pressure her. She rubbed her nose and requested to sit in the front passenger seat.
Wang Jiangnan was focused on driving, and did not even speak a word to Ye Ci. Fang Susu even pretended to be dead in the front passenger seat due to her huge mistake. Ye Ci and Yi Qingchen were left alone. One of them was so tired that she closed her eyes to rest, while the other was deep in thought. And so, the car that was supposed to be bustling with activity turned into an ice cave in the middle of summer.
When they arrived at their hotel, Wang Jiangnan and the others checked in. Yi Qingchen had already checked in, leaving only Ye Ci and Fang Susu to check in. Wang Jiangnan handed the room card to Ye Ci, and smiled, "Have a good rest. The event starts the day after tomorrow. I'll pick you up if you want to go to the company tomorrow."
Ye Ci shook her head with a smile, "Nah, you guys are busy. I'll be going tomorrow. I didn't get to go out the last time."
Yi Qingchen, who was standing behind them, twitched his ears. The last time? His gaze shifted from Ye Ci to Wang Jiangnan, and from Wang Jiangnan to Fang ShuSu, and the corners of his lips curled up.
"Ah, we can try out the new content when we get back?" Although Fang ShuShu had been playing dead, she was elated when she heard Wang Jiangnan's invitation. She was proud of herself for a long time after trying out the new content last time.
Wang Jiangnan nodded with a smile when he saw the excitement on Fang Susu's face, "I don't plan to try out the new content, but I'll do it for the sake of my old friend."
"Ahhh, Little Ci, let's go together tomorrow. Let's go together …" Before Fang ShuSu could finish her sentence, she felt a chill run down her spine. She turned around and saw Yi QingChen smiling at her with his arms crossed. Her voice immediately faltered. "There are a few scenic spots in S City. We didn't get to visit them the last time we were here, but we can go check them out this time." Fang Susu did not know what was wrong with her. She glanced at Yi Qingchen from the corner of her eyes and shuddered. Then, she blurted out those words.
She even saw Yi Qingchen raise his eyebrows in satisfaction after she said those words. She couldn't help but exhale. After that, she continued to play dead until she returned to her room. After a while, Fang ShuSu finally reacted. Why was she afraid of that guy? She didn't owe him any money, nor did she offend him. Why did he look at her with such a sinister gaze that night? She was a little scared. She felt like a mouse that was being attacked by a venomous snake. She was scared out of her wits that night. Fang Susu decided to play the role of a best friend. She turned around and snorted at Ye Ci, "Ye Ci, is that guy your lover?"
Ye Ci raised an eyebrow when she heard Fang Susu's words. She thought about Fleeting Time and Fang Susu's description of him, and chuckled, "Lover?"
"That's right. Look at that look in his eyes … Ye Ci, he's not a kind person. He was glaring at me the whole night. I didn't do anything to him. You better think twice before you choose him." Fang Susu puffed her cheeks.
Ye Ci nodded at Fang Susu, "Yup. Qin Churuo is a kind person." Fang Susu nodded at Ye Ci, "You're right, Qin Churuo is a kind person."
"You … You … Ye Ci, you're a bad person!" Fang Susu was speechless at Ye Ci's words. She pointed at Ye Ci for a long time before spitting out, "No wonder you like him. Birds of a feather flock together."
Ye Ci could not be bothered with Fang Susu. She was about to go to bed after drying her hair when she heard Fang Susu's voice, "Little Ci, he's Fleeting Time, isn't he?"
"Yup." Ye Ci snorted with her eyes closed.
"Ye Ci, Ye Ci. He's not a kind person." Fang Susu felt even more aggrieved when she recalled how Fleeting Time's glare had pierced her entire body, but she still spoke up slowly, "But he's really good to you."
"Huh?" Ye Ci was puzzled. This was Fang ShuSu's first time meeting Fleeting Time. She knew nothing about him. Where did that come from? "How do you know that he's good to me?"
"His eyes." Fang Susu smiled, "The way he looks at you is very, very warm. It's different from the way he looks at others."
Ye Ci's heart softened, but she did not show it. She turned around and said, "Fang Susu, you've been reading too many romance novels."
Fang Susu glared at Ye Ci, "You're so smug. You're so smug when someone spoils you."
"Miss, don't be so jealous. Your man will be here tomorrow. I'll let you elope immediately." Ye Ci yawned and prepared to go to bed.
Fang Susu was embarrassed by Ye Ci's words. She was about to go to bed after chatting with Ye Ci for a while, "Ye Ci, I think Fleeting Time is really good to you. Please don't let him go." She could only see Ye Ci's back, and could hear Ye Ci's even breathing. Ye Ci had fallen asleep as well.
Ye Ci's lips curled into a smile in the dark.
The next morning, Ye Ci received a message from Fleeting Time asking her to have breakfast downstairs. She invited Fang ShuSu to join her, but Fang ShuSu shook her head when she heard that she was going with Fleeting Time. She was not interested in being a third wheel, and she wanted to find her own spring. Ye Ci's lips twitched when Fang Susu left the room. What the hell is she talking about?
Ye Ci saw Yi Qingchen sitting in the lounge when she arrived at the lobby. He was wearing a light-colored t-shirt and a pair of casual pants. His head was lowered, and he seemed to be looking at something. The sun shone through the window and onto his face, casting a layer of light on his face. It was a dazzling sight to behold. She walked up to him, and he lifted his head to look at her with a radiant smile.
He slowly said to the person in front of him, "Hey, young master, long time no see."
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