After staying home for several days, Anna finally couldn't resist the urge to get out and about. After a quick get-up, she sped off in her beloved car toward the Bund. After some searching, she finally found a suitable parking spot near the Bund and parked the car securely.

Anna then gracefully picked up her exquisite little bag and happily prepared to embark on her leisurely journey. Although she had all of the original owner's memories, because many of the mission worlds she had previously experienced were in ancient environments, it had been a long time since she had personally experienced the unique charm and customs of modern society.

As she walked, she came across a beautifully decorated milk tea shop. Anna stepped inside without hesitation and ordered a refreshing glass of iced lemonade. After paying, she leisurely strolled down the Bund, her drink cup in one hand and her bag chain gently twirling in the other. Each sip of the sweet and sour lemonade brought a delightful sense of satisfaction, instantly brightening her already gloomy mood.

Anna strolled slowly along the charming, ancient Bund streets, observing the bustling crowds with interest. Suddenly, the delicate fragrance of jasmine filled her nostrils. A kindly elderly woman was selling handmade jasmine bracelets on the street. Anna's eyes were drawn to the beautiful ornaments. She stopped, bent slightly, scanned the QR code, and purchased one. Then, extending her slender, fair hands, as delicate as scallions, she gestured for the woman to help her put one on. The delicate fragrance of the bracelet lingered, intoxicating.

Satisfied, Anna took out her phone and snapped a beautiful photo, with the bustling street scene behind her and the elegant white jasmine bracelet on her wrist as the backdrop. She then captioned the photo with a simple yet profound message: "Be happy, the past is nothing to worry about!" After sending it, Anna put away her phone and prepared to continue her journey to the Bund, where the Huangpu River is situated, to admire the river view. But then, without noticing, she bumped into someone walking towards her. Looking up, she saw a handsome man in punk-inspired clothing.

The man looked at the woman in front of him with gentle eyes and asked softly, "Are you okay?" His tone was full of concern and worry.

Anna shook her head gently and replied with a smile, "It's okay!" Then she turned around and continued walking forward with light steps without hesitation, as if the little episode that had just happened had not affected her at all.

Zheng Qi looked at Anna's receding figure, and a hint of surprise welled up in his heart. As the director of the R&D department of Fengteng Group, his handsome appearance was always popular among women. In addition, the game "A Chinese Ghost Story" that he was in charge of developing was extremely popular, and his value had increased several times. The women around him were all trying to get close to him, please him, and even wished to stick to him immediately. However, today, this girl not only ignored him, but also left without saying a single word. This made Zheng Qi, who was used to being treated like a star, feel both novel and interesting, and he couldn't help but think to himself: "What an interesting girl!"

Anna had reached the railing of the Bund. She paused, raised her camera, and snapped several photos of the beautiful river view. A gentle breeze ruffled her hair, bringing a slight coolness. Just then, several boys noticed Anna's striking demeanor and approached her, asking for her WeChat ID. Despite these enthusiastic advances, Anna remained polite yet firm, politely declining each one.

The Bund's beauty was so captivating, yet time flew by so quickly. After a brief pause, Anna, filled with joy and satisfaction, walked lightly towards the parking lot she had come from.

As she walked, she imagined the sumptuous and delicious dinner she was about to enjoy. Thinking of the exquisite dishes, the tempting aroma, and the comfortable and elegant dining environment, Anna couldn't help but quicken her pace.

After a while, she arrived at the parking lot. After finding her beloved car, Anna skillfully started the car and drove towards the restaurant she had reserved.

After dinner, Anna returned to her apartment. As soon as she entered, she couldn't wait to throw off her somewhat restrictive high heels. Then, like a deflated ball, she collapsed onto the incredibly soft sofa in the living room. At that moment, she felt every muscle in her body relax, as if all the fatigue and stress had vanished.

After a short rest, Anna reached out and groped for the remote control, flicking the button to turn on the TV. The screen lit up, and exciting programs kept switching. She leaned lazily against the sofa, her eyes casually scanning the channels, trying to find a program that would truly relax her.

Just then, Anna suddenly remembered that there was some fresh fruit in the refrigerator from yesterday's purchase. She slowly stood up, strolled to the kitchen, and opened the refrigerator door. Inside, she saw a variety of brightly colored fruits exuding enchanting aromas: bright red apples, yellow bananas, purple grapes, and lush green watermelon... Anna picked and chose, finally settling on the watermelon. She cut it up, arranged it on a plate, and returned to the sofa.

Anna clutched a piece of sweet, juicy watermelon in her left hand, flipping through the TV channels with her right, occasionally taking a bite. This leisurely, comfortable lifestyle was a true delight after a busy day. Free from the worries of work, free from the distractions of trivial matters, she enjoyed a peaceful moment of solitude. At this moment, Anna secretly sighed, "Modern life is still so good... I'll definitely choose a modern world for my future retirement!"

Meanwhile, Wang Xiyi, looking slightly exhausted, slowly walked home. As he casually flipped through his phone, his attention was suddenly drawn to a picture on his WeChat Moments. It was a photo of Anna, her delicate hands adorned with an exquisite string of jasmine flowers, accompanied by a caption. Wang Xiyi gazed at the photo, lost in thought. After a moment, he picked up his phone and called Anna, but as usual, no one answered.

In desperation, Wang Xiyi decided to ask his assistant to help him find Anna's residence. After some effort, the assistant finally found that Anna had stayed at the Hilton Hotel for two weeks, but then disappeared. However, based on the photos Anna posted today, Wang Xiyi deduced that she should still be in Shanghai.

So, Wang Xiyi edited a text message and sent it to Anna: "Anna, are you free tomorrow? Can we meet?" However, after sending this message, he still did not receive any reply.

At this moment, Chen Jiaxin saw Wang Xiyi coming back, and hurriedly went to greet him. With a concerned smile on her face, she asked, "Xiyi, have you had dinner? If not, I'll make you something..." Faced with such a caring greeting from Chen Jiaxin, Wang Xiyi felt a little embarrassed. He gently shook his head and said, "No, Jiaxin, I'm not hungry. It's so late, why haven't you slept yet..."

Chen Jiaxin gently stroked her slightly bulging belly and whispered, "I couldn't sleep, so I thought of waiting for you with Xiao Ximi." Hearing this, Wang Xiyi felt a warmth in his heart. He walked forward and hugged Chen Jiaxin tightly, and said softly, "If I come back late in the future, don't wait for me, and go to bed early. I will deal with the company's affairs as soon as possible, and then go home early to be with you..." After that, he hugged Chen Jiaxin and walked towards the bedroom together.

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