"Love at first sight" was a little exaggerated, but Ye Zixiao knew very well that he was indeed attracted to Xu Xu.
That day, on the grass in the sunset, there was such a petite and pale girl, with her hands and face covered in blood, impatiently ordering him around. This scene was too visually impactful. He felt that she was very cool, very energetic, and very cute.
If he liked her, he would chase after her. To him, this was a very simple principle.
After that, he pestered her for a whole day, but she did not even look at him. At first, he was a little frustrated and felt that it was boring. However, after that, he stood behind her and watched her frown as she squatted on the grass, facing the crime scene, for more than an hour. When he stood up, it was obvious that his legs were numb. He staggered before regaining his balance and bounced on the ground in a daze.
At that time, he thought angrily, 'If I become her little girlfriend, how can I let her work so hard? I must spoil her so much that she can do whatever she wants. She doesn't have to stain her hands with blood, she doesn't have to face murder, and she can be sweet all day. '
…
The night was blurry, and the lights were gentle.
Ye Zixiao pretended that nothing had happened and extended his hand to Xu Xu. "Hello, Miss Xu, we've met before. My name is Ye Zixiao. "
Xu Xu frowned and was about to say that he was bored, but when she looked up, she saw her brother's gentle and encouraging gaze.
She suddenly remembered Ji Bai's words, 'Xu Xu, it's necessary to understand the ways of the world.'
She also remembered her brother's words just now, 'Since you're here today, you should give me face and finish this meal.'
After a moment of silence, she extended her hand. "Hello."
Ye Zixiao's beautiful eyes flashed with a faint smile of success. He held her little hand in his palm, but he was slightly startled. It was unexpectedly cold and smooth. In the next second, she pulled her hand back forcefully.
The three of them sat down. Xu Juan was reading the menu while Xu Xu stared at the table.
Ye Zixiao asked, "Miss Xu, do you have any hobbies?"
Xu Xu did not really intend to answer him, so she answered, "Other than work, I don't have any hobbies."
Ye Zixiao raised his eyebrows and smiled. "What a coincidence, me too."
Xu Xu was silent.
Xu Juan glanced at the two of them and smiled.
Ye Zixiao asked again, "I heard that you're studying criminal psychology, what are you studying? Is it the same as the American TV series? "
Xu Xu said, "When I was in school, I mainly researched three aspects. The first one was to establish a database of all types of criminals in China and their behavior patterns. The second one was to study the influence of the family environment in China on the behavior patterns of adults. The third one was …" She gave a bunch of very technical and obscure explanations.
Ye Zixiao nodded as he listened. His lips curled into a faint smile, and his eyes sparkled.
Xu Juan: "Why is it so complicated? I don't understand."
Ye Zixiao replied, "I don't understand either. But I feel that Xu Xu speaks really well. "
Hence, no matter what he asked, Xu Xu would only reply with "Hmm", "Yes", or "I don't know".
Halfway through, Xu Juan finally went to the bathroom.
When they were alone, Ye Zixiao looked at her and smiled, but Xu Xu went straight to the point. "This blind date is meaningless, I won't accept you."
However, to her surprise, Ye Zixiao was not the least bit surprised or angry. Instead, he looked very gentle and nodded.
Then, he said, "Xu Xu, I know that my previous actions were a little abrupt and left a bad impression on you. I even interfered with your work as a criminal police officer. I apologize. "
He apologized so sincerely. Xu Xu was not a mean person, so she nodded. "I accept. I didn't take it to heart, so you don't have to worry about it. "
Ye Zixiao's smile deepened, revealing his snow-white teeth. "Since no one took what happened in the past to heart, I'm just your blind date tonight. I hope you can give me a chance to understand me first, then decide whether to reject me or not.
I'm 25 years old, healthy, with no bad habits and no criminal record. My financial condition is good, so it shouldn't be a problem for you to live a carefree life in the future. I graduated in the top 10% overseas, and my IQ is excellent, which will be good for the next generation.
Also, the most important thing is that I have a good impression of you. If we start dating, I will treat this relationship seriously.
So, can you consider it? "
Xu Xu was stunned.
This was the first time someone had confessed to her in such a long and straightforward manner, and what he said made sense.
In fact, Ye Zixiao did come prepared. He specifically asked Xu Juan about Xu Xu's preferences. Although Xu Juan would not help an outsider, he could still give him some advice. He told him, "My sister likes to analyze everything, so don't treat her like an ordinary vain girl. Move her with sincerity."
Ye Zixiao thought about it again and again and prepared this speech. It really matched Xu Xu's logical habits, so she listened to it.
Seeing that she was a little stunned, Ye Zixiao was happy and asked, "Can I take it that you agree?"
Xu Xu rubbed her eyebrows. "I'm sorry, I'm a little tired and my thinking is not very clear, affecting my judgment. Give me a few minutes to think about it, then I'll give you an answer." Then, she looked at the time on her watch and pondered with a blank expression.
Ye Zixiao was a little incredulous, but also a little amused. Was she really thinking about it?
If someone else did this, Ye Zixiao would have sneered and left. Even if he was the one chasing her, when did he, Ye Si, become a fish on the chopping board waiting for a woman to pronounce the final result? Or in person?
However, the person was Xu Xu, and he knew that she did not mean to humiliate or be arrogant, she was just thinking about it seriously …
Moreover, love was not a professional issue, yet she actually said that she was not thinking clearly and needed to think about it. In his opinion, she was obviously moved by his words, but she was hesitating, okay? Then why was she hesitating? What was wrong with him, Ye Zixiao?
Although he thought so, looking at her slightly frowning eyebrows, Ye Zixiao could not help but feel a little nervous.
After about a minute, Xu Xu raised her head and looked very calm. "I've thought about it, I'm sorry, I can't accept it."
Ye Zixiao's expression changed slightly, and almost immediately asked, "Why?"
Xu Xu hesitated for a moment, then softened her tone and answered, "Thank you very much for your good impression of me, you are very good, but I really don't like your type. Conditions can be improved, but preferences are difficult to control. I'm sorry. "
When Xu Juan returned, he saw Ye Zixiao leaning against the back of the chair, looking out of the window with a slightly ugly expression. Xu Xu was holding her phone, her fingers scrolling, but her face was a little red.
Xu Juan did not ask anything and sat down to talk about business.
That night, Ye Zixiao did not speak to Xu Xu again, and Xu Juan did not try to pull any strings. On the other hand, Xu Xu kept her phone and quietly listened to their conversation.
When they went to get the car after dinner, Xu Juan said, "Xu Xu, wait for me in the car, I'll have a cigarette with Young Master Ye."
Xu Xu replied with an "oh" and left. The two men lit their cigarettes, and Xu Juan smiled faintly. "My sister has a straightforward personality, she's not good at socializing, and I've spoiled her. I won't invite her for dinner next time."
Ye Zixiao clearly heard that Xu Juan was trying to smooth over the failed blind date and give him a way out.
He looked up at Xu Xu from afar, smiled, and answered, "If you don't invite her, I'll go out myself. Sincerity can split metal and stone. Brother, you won't interfere with your sister's freedom to make friends, right? "
Xu Juan was a little surprised and smiled. "Okay, I won't interfere, let her do as she pleases."
Actually, Ye Zixiao was very angry at that time. He felt that this woman was too stubborn and did not give him face.
However, he was secretly angry for a while, and he was not willing to give up. He did not believe that he could not get this little girl!
This thought might have been caused by his desire to conquer, but he also knew that it was because of her rejection that he became even more interested in her. But what did it matter? It was natural for a man to conquer a woman.
***
From Xu Xu's point of view, Ye Zixiao's problem had been solved, but she did not know that he was planning to make a comeback. Although she had to wake up early this weekend, she could rest at home for two days, so she recovered quite a bit.
On Sunday afternoon, she even made a small pot of porridge for herself. She lived alone and ate until she was full, but there was still half a pot left. She did not like to waste food, so she planned to bring it to the police station for breakfast tomorrow. However, she still could not finish it, so she naturally thought of Ji Bai and sent him a message. "I made porridge, there's a lot, do you want some tomorrow morning?"
Ji Bai replied quickly, "What's in it?"
"Red bean porridge."
Ji Bai replied, "Okay."
The following week was peaceful, and Xu Xu slowly adapted to the hellish training. Although the two of them trained together every day, they did not talk much, and basically went their own ways. Occasionally, Xu Xu would bring breakfast, but she also learned to prepare some for Ji Bai.
The two of them usually only communicated about work. Yang Yu's case was completely over, and there were no other cases recently.
In order to avoid panic, the police station did not disclose the case to the public. Therefore, most people in Lin City did not know about it. The few who heard about the razor in the park also thought it was a juvenile prank, and the case itself did not cause any social impact in Lin City.
***
However, everyone in the team knew about Captain Ji catching Xu Xu for physical training. During lunch that day, everyone actually comforted Xu Xu in front of Ji Bai, saying that although the process was cruel, the results would be good. The last time Captain Ji personally trained his subordinates was three years ago, a relatively thin boy who started running thirty laps a day. Now, he was the pillar of the East Branch, a tough guy with an eight-pack who could run and fight.
Xu Xu nodded to show that she understood.
It was also at this time that Yao Meng found out that Ji Bai was personally training Xu Xu every day.
She did not join in and tease him like she usually did. Instead, she looked at Ji Bai, who was smiling faintly, and Xu Xu, who was blushing slightly, and remained silent for a while.
She did not feel very good. That feeling was mixed with a little affection for Ji Bai, a little unwillingness, and a little powerlessness. It was a kind of loneliness that could not be changed, as if she was left far behind.
In fact, since the day Ji Bai came back, this feeling began to grow in her heart.
She clearly remembered that he was wearing a black trench coat that day. He was tall and straight, and he was more handsome than any man she had ever seen. At that time, she thought that he was really outstanding, be it in terms of appearance or talent.
If there was a goal to strive for, Yao Meng was now sure that she wanted to become someone like Ji Bai. This was because they were the same kind of people, they had the same outstanding appearance, the same ability to speak, and the same maturity and experience.
However, it was this person whom she looked up to, who held a high position in the police force, who accepted Xu Xu as his disciple. On the other hand, she followed Officer Wu, who was about to retire. Her background in the police station was also a notch lower than Xu Xu.
Now, Ji Bai was still training Xu Xu every day, and they were together all day long. She even had a hunch that something would happen between the two of them.
That was something that she did not want to see, and was afraid of seeing.
***
Because his home was not in Lin City, Ji Bai was almost the last person to leave after work every day.
Xu Xu also stayed late that day because she had to complete the task that Ji Bai assigned. Yao Meng stayed and did not leave, but she could not tell what she was thinking. She knew that this was a little blind and irrational, but when she heard that Ji Bai personally trained Xu Xu during the day, she did not want to leave when she saw the lights in Ji Bai's office.
Finally, after nine o 'clock, Ji Bai turned off the lights and walked out. Yao Meng heard his footsteps, but she did not look in his direction. Instead, she turned off her computer, stood up, and lowered her head to tidy up her bag.
Ji Bai first glanced at Xu Xu, who was still immersed in typing, then looked at Yao Meng. "Why haven't you left yet?"
Yao Meng smiled at him. "I'm leaving. I had some work to do just now. "
Ji Bai walked to Xu Xu and stopped. "You're still not leaving? Can you get up tomorrow? "
Xu Xu was startled, and she looked up at the clock. "Oh." Then, she began to pack her things.
The three of them walked downstairs together, and Xu Xu and Ji Bai were going to the basement to get their cars. Yao Meng pulled her scarf together and rubbed her hands. "I'll leave first then." Then, she turned around, feeling a little disappointed and a little self-deprecating. She felt like she was giving a lame performance. Although it was lame, he could not see it.
"Wait." At this moment, Ji Bai's deep voice was heard. Yao Meng's heart suddenly jumped, and she turned to look at him. She could clearly feel her heart beating faster.
"There's no bus anymore. How are you going back? "Ji Bai asked.
Yao Meng rubbed her head embarrassedly. "I forgot the time … I'll see if I can take the night bus." She looked at Ji Bai, but when she met his deep eyes, she looked down again, afraid that he would see the obvious expectation in her eyes.
Ji Bai looked at her embarrassed look, smiled, and faintly looked away. "Let Xu Xu send you home. It's on the way. "
Xu Xu was stunned, and so was Yao Meng.
Xu Xu looked at Yao Meng. "We're on the way?"
Yao Meng paused for a moment, then told him her address.
Xu Xu thought about it, and it was indeed on the way. "Let's go then. We can go together when we work overtime in the future. "
***
Ji Bai drove the car into the night and headed north. Xu Xu drove Yao Meng all the way to the southeast. Yao Meng rubbed her face and said with a smile, "Captain Ji even knows where we live."
Xu Xu nodded.
"Is Captain Ji very strict?"
"Of course."
Yao Meng smiled. "But he's usually very gentle. Is it fun to train with him? "
Xu Xu was a little confused by this question. "Fun?" She shook her head. "I don't know. We don't talk much. "
Yao Meng was stunned, then she smiled and said, "Actually, I'm planning to train too, I'll go with you later."
Xu Xu turned to stare at her with a blank expression.
Yao Meng's heart tightened, but she heard her say, "Are you sure you want to wake up at 4: 30 every day, run ten laps, and not rest on weekends? Be careful. "
Yao Meng suddenly laughed, then reached out to pinch her face, then said, "Xu Xu, sometimes you're so cute that it makes me want to pinch you." She paused for a moment, then said, "Forget it, I live too far away. If you can get up on the weekends, then come, if not, you can continue to suffer alone. "
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