Yan Pianran's self-introduction was appropriate and generous, without the pretentiousness of a lady from an aristocratic family.
Yuan Xuan sized up the girl coldly. She looked exquisite and her slightly curled fringe made her look playful. Her skin was so fair that it was almost transparent. She wore a pair of glasses and her big eyes were watery, making her look more refined.
Based on her appearance alone, no one would know that this woman had already broken Wu Ze's record after returning to the country for a year and had become a rising star in the legal world.
Yuan Xuan's dark eyes swept past Yan Pianran and he nodded lightly. His tone was cold and calm. "Nice to meet you!"
With that, he didn't say anything else and went to his office. As he walked, he instructed his secretary, Liu Jing, "A cup of coffee. Also, prepare whatever Miss Yan likes!"
Liu Jing rushed to make it. "Miss Yan, what flavor do you like?"
Yan Pianran smiled at the secretary. "The same as Mr Yuan."
Yan Pianran knew that she had come uninvited and she didn't expect Yuan Xuan to treat her nicely.
However, she was used to it. Those who lost a lawsuit would scold her the moment they got out of court, saying that she was a lackey who distorted the truth for the sake of money.
She had heard all kinds of nasty words and met all kinds of difficult people. She no longer cared about other people's cold faces. Moreover, Yuan Xuan was such a handsome man. Although he was cold, he still prepared coffee for her. He was gentle, kind, respectful, and thrifty.
She forgave him!
Yan Pianran followed Yuan Xuan into his office.
Yuan Xuan didn't stop her. He sat on the leather chair and turned on his computer to start working.
Yan Pianran started to look around the office. It was colorless, black and white. It was extremely monotonous, but it was rather grand.
There was a wide bookshelf and a treadmill in the corner of the office.
There was a black sandalwood desk in the middle of the office. It was clean and tidy. Yuan Xuan sat there, his long fingers clicking on the mouse with a serious expression.
Behind him was a tall floor-to-ceiling window. The golden sunlight shone into the office through the white chiffon, enveloping the man in the sunlight. His chiseled facial features looked even more profound and dazzling.
Yan Pianran was already past the age where a young girl's heart would palpitate. However, when she saw Yuan Xuan, a sudden desire arose in her heart.
"President Yuan, your coffee!" Liu Jing brought two cups of coffee and broke the silence in the office.
Yan Pianran retracted her gaze, feeling a little embarrassed.
She took a cup of coffee from Liu Jing and said in a low voice, "Thank you."
Yuan Xuan looked up from the computer and seemed to have just realized that there was someone else in the room.
Liu Jing put down the coffee and turned to leave.
Only then did Yuan Xuan relax. He took a sip of his coffee and looked at Yan Pianran with a sharp gaze. "Miss Yan, I have a wife!"
Yan Pianran was stunned. These words came out of nowhere!
She thought for a moment before realizing that this was his most direct rejection. Before she could say anything, Yuan Xuan continued.
"I know, you coming here was arranged by my grandmother. I'm very sorry, my wife is Mu Chenyan!"
Yuan Xuan gently leaned against the back of the chair. He did not beat around the bush, nor did he like to be ambiguous. It was better to make everything clear.
Yan Pianran listened quietly and didn't interrupt. Seeing that Yuan Xuan was done speaking, she smiled, pointed to the chair opposite Yuan Xuan, and asked, "Can we sit down and talk?"
Yuan Xuan nodded. "Do as you please!"
Yan Pianran sat in front of Yuan Xuan. She took a sip of coffee and smiled brightly. "I know that Mr. Yuan was once married. Your grandmother has told me about it. However, I also know that your wife left Luo Hai three years ago and there hasn't been any news of her since!"
She paused for a moment as she spoke and observed Yuan Xuan's reaction.
Yuan Xuan's expression darkened, but his gaze was cold. He did not say anything as he placed his finger between his eyebrows.
"Legally speaking, if you've been separated for more than two years, you can apply for a divorce, or it's equivalent to a divorce."
Yan Pianran used her strength when it came to legal provisions. She had already thoroughly understood Yuan Xuan's marriage history before she came into contact with him.
Although she did not know the details, Mu Chenyan had been in prison before. Moreover, it was a fact that she had been away for three years.
"I trust Miss Yan's professional knowledge, but I haven't considered applying for a divorce. After all, my wife can come back anytime. If she finds out, she'll be very unhappy."
Yuan Xuan spoke very seriously as if he was really worried that Mu Chenyan would be unhappy.
Yan Pianran could not believe that there was such an infatuated man in this world when her mouth was shut.
The woman's jade-like face was slightly flushed. Why was her heart beating so fast?
Aiya, she was already 8 years old, okay!
How could this be?
Yan Pianran calmed herself down and said softly, "I'm very envious of your wife!"
"Yes, she's indeed enviable!" Yuan Xuan said seriously.
Uh.
Shouldn't he be humble?
The strange feeling in Yan Pianran's heart grew stronger.
She pushed her glasses up and a warm smile flashed across her watery eyes. She said softly, "Mr. Yuan, to be honest, I didn't have much feelings for you before I sat down!"
Yuan Xuan listened quietly and acted as if he did not expect her to have feelings for him.
His good upbringing made it impossible for him to be too rough with a woman. However, his attitude was destined to not be too passionate. Yan Pianran could sense his alienation and indifference.
"Actually, I came to you to satisfy my grandmother's needs. After all, I've promised the old lady. I thought that for people of our age, it's not realistic for us to have passionate experiences like teenage boys and girls. Our blind date is over and our relationship ends here. However, I've changed my mind after our brief interaction just now! "
Yan Pianran said with a tinge of embarrassment. She blushed and suppressed the uneasiness in her heart. She continued, "I've always thought that I'm very outstanding and I don't like ordinary men. After so many years, I've achieved success in my career, but my relationship is a blank …
"I'm actually a very proud woman. I'm not sure if you can understand what I'm saying. Your wife has been missing for so many years and I respect your right to love her.
However, I also hope that you can recognize reality. If you're willing, we can try dating. If Mu Chenyan really comes back one day, I'll quit and I won't drag my feet … "
Yan Pianran's blush deepened as she spoke. This was the first time she had confessed to a man so openly.
Yuan Xuan listened quietly. He rested his chin on his hand and fell into deep thought. Suddenly, he said calmly, "Miss Yan, would you do me the honor of having a meal together later?"
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