My friend's uncle took a fancy to me

Thinking of finding a place to hide from the rain, I saw the big tree at the end of the community wall. Because the leaves were very dense, the light rain like today's did not completely penetrate the leaves and wet the ground under the tree.

"Let's go under that tree!" [Note: This is written because the plot requires it. Never hide under a tree on a rainy day.]

Zhou Qi was looking at the shelter she pointed to, silent for a few seconds, but still followed her to the tree.

Standing on the dry ground, Zhou Qi was putting away the umbrella in his hand, and glanced at Lu Xiaoqiao with fiery eyes as she just lowered her head to look at the ground.

He felt like a young boy who had just fallen in love.

After he spoke out that day, he seemed to be trapped in endless waiting. He had no appetite every day and had trouble sleeping at night. He used to be focused and efficient at work, but now he became dull and dazed because of his worries.

He was afraid of Lu Xiaoqiao's rejection. If she really didn't agree, what should he do next? Should he really let her go, or keep pestering her until she agreed?

Zhou Qizheng had been brewing his emotions for a long time, and with a cautious tone in his voice, he whispered, "I didn't want to put pressure on you, but I don't want to wait any longer. During these days of business trip, I was afraid that you would suddenly send me a message saying that we are not suitable."

"I don't know what you're afraid of. Logically, I should be the one to be afraid. After all, I'm so much older than you. Even if we're together, I'm always worried that one day you'll suddenly dislike my age."

"As for the fact that you mentioned Qi Dafeiou, there's no need to worry. You're already very good. If you were born into a family like mine, you might be much better than me. So, if a relationship between two people requires that their families of birth are equal or evenly matched, then I don't think I'm qualified to be yours."

Ever since Lu Xiaoqiao met Zhou Qizhen, she had never heard him say so many words in one breath, and they were all about expressing his feelings to her.

After listening to his narration, it would be a lie to say that I wasn't moved.

Such an outstanding man, in order to make her worry-free, lowered himself and praised her. How could such a man not touch people's hearts?

She wanted to know one thing in particular now.

"Can I ask you a question?"

"You said."

Lu Xiaoqiao casually put her hands into the pockets of her coat, and in the pockets where he couldn't see, she used her fingers to helplessly tug at the fabric inside to relieve the tension at the moment.

"Since when did you start to have these feelings for me?"

Zhou Qi was startled by her question, but then he returned to normal and said, "I don't know myself, but it's definitely earlier than you think."

I can't tell her now that we met when she was very young. Even if I develop romantic feelings for her after she becomes an adult, I'm afraid she won't believe it and will suspect he's an old pervert.

I don’t understand how early he means. Is it love at first sight?

But at that time, he was clearly cold towards her, and there was no sign of him having any abnormal emotions.

Lu Xiaoqiao then asked, "Then what do you like about me?"

After all, she herself felt that apart from their gender compatibility, she couldn't think of anything about herself that was worthy of being noticed by a big shot like him. As for beauty, there were many women prettier than her.

"I've taken a fancy to everything!" Zhou Qizhen said seriously.

Lu Xiaoqiao: “…”

Lu Xiaoqiao's speechless look made Zhou Qizheng's heart suddenly tighten.

He hurriedly explained, "I'm telling the truth, otherwise I wouldn't dare to follow you to take shelter under the tree."

Lu Xiaoqiao was a little confused: "Huh?"

Seeing her silly and cute look, Zhou Qizheng raised the corner of his mouth: "You will be shocked."

Lu Xiaoqiao: “…”

After understanding what he meant, Lu Xiaoqiao's cheeks turned red instantly. She felt like she was burning with shame, and her hands were making all kinds of small movements in her pockets.

"I'm sorry! I forgot about this. Mainly because the rain wasn't going to stop and there wasn't any thunder, so I forgot about safety."

"It's okay, the rain has stopped. This is no longer important. You just need to consider what I said now."

"Give me a chance, okay?"

When she met his deep eyes full of expectation, her face suddenly felt hot and flushed again. Lu Xiaoqiao hurriedly looked away.

"How about we start as friends first, okay?"

Zhou Qizhen was surprised by her answer.

"Aren't we friends now? Besides, I don't want to be friends, I want to be a boyfriend."

"Or, can you give me a trial period?"

Lu Xiaoqiao looked up at him again, her bright eyes blinking under her long eyelashes.

"What probation period?"

"It's the three-month trial period. It's up to you whether I continue or not. If you really don't like me, then I'll quit. But you don't even give me a chance now. I won't accept that."

She would have agreed if Zhou Qizhen had little money. She never thought in her life that one day she would become a phoenix and rise to prominence.

But facing the intense questioning from the person in front of her, her calm heart seemed to ripple a little.

If I agree to give it a try, what if I get stuck in it for too long and end up getting hurt? But he throws out the bait of a trial period of affection, what a cunning old man.

"Then...what if I decide we're not suitable for each other within less than three months? For example, is it okay if I want to break up within a week?"

Zhou Qizheng: “…”

"I... can't be so bad that you can't stand it for a week!"

Lu Xiaoqiao smiled awkwardly: "I didn't say you were bad, I just said that."

"So, are you willing to give me a chance?"

Lu Xiaoqiao raised her head slightly.

The expectation and love in a man's eyes are like a burning bonfire, which cannot be hidden.

She is also a worldly person, and she also wants to own beautiful things and people. Even if such a good man becomes a thing of the past one day, it can be considered a gain to have him by now!

After figuring it out, the last hint of hesitation in his eyes finally turned into determination.

After a long while, Lu Xiaoqiao nodded gently, her tone a little shy, and whispered softly: "Well, then let's look around first!"

Zhou Qizhen finally heard the agreement he wanted to hear.

The heart that had been hanging in the air for many days finally settled down, like a frozen snow mountain finally melting in the sunlight.

The corners of his mouth couldn't help but rise, a smile filled his eyes, and his handsome and cold face completely softened.

"Xiao Qiao, thank you for giving me the chance."

Lu Xiaoqiao was a little shy and pretended to look away: "There is a probation period, it depends on your performance."

Zhou Qizheng couldn't help laughing: "Well, I'll listen to you from now on."

"I'll ask the driver to drive the car over. Let's go have dinner. Is there anything you want to eat?"

She asked as she took out her phone to call the driver.

Lu Xiaoqiao originally wanted to stop him, but then she thought that since they had just confirmed their relationship, it was normal for them to go out for dinner. If she refused now, it would make people think too much.

"I can do anything. Are you hungry now? Or why not have something to eat near my house?"

Zhou Qizhen glanced around, looking for a place to eat.

"You're familiar with this place, so you can recommend it!"

Lu Xiaoqiao thought for a moment and said, "There's a night market a little further ahead. There's a lot of delicious food, but..."

Lu Xiaoqiao thought that he was not used to eating at street stalls, and for a moment she regretted inviting him to eat near her house.

"Xiao Qiao, I can do it. Stay with me. I will try my best to cater to your preferences. Don't change any habits because of me. Your happiness is the most important thing."

I didn't expect that he, who is usually so cold, is actually very considerate of other people's feelings.

Lu Xiaoqiao was happy in her heart, with the corners of her mouth slightly raised, and she murmured "hmm" as a response.