The President's Tender Trap

Su Wan's mood swings gradually caught the attention of her best friend, Lin Xiaoyu. Lately, Su Wan had been distracted, her work performance had become increasingly sluggish, and she had even stopped visiting her favorite cafe. Lin Xiaoyu had asked her out several times, but Su Wan always refused, claiming she was busy, which made her uneasy.

"Su Wan, what's wrong with you recently?" One day, Lin Xiaoyu finally couldn't help it and came to Su Wan's house, sitting on the sofa with concern in her eyes.

Su Wan was in a bad mood. Faced with her bestie's concern, she felt helpless. Although she wanted to talk, every time she mentioned Lu Ming, the knot in her heart was like a mountain pressing down on her heart, making her unable to speak.

"I'm fine, just a little stressed at work." Su Wan forced a smile, trying to hide her inner irritation.

"Pressure? I don't think you have any focus on your work at all." Lin Xiaoyu frowned, feeling a little uneasy. "Aren't you worried about Lu Ming all the time? He seems anxious too, but the gap between you two is getting bigger and bigger."

Su Wan's heart tightened, and the thought of Lu Ming made her emotions even more complicated. Yes, Lu Ming was trying hard to communicate, but she couldn't let go of her doubts. This feeling made her feel extremely painful. She didn't want to hurt Lu Ming, but she couldn't let go.

"I know he is trying hard, but there is always a knot in my heart that I can't let go." Su Wan finally lowered her head, with a hint of helplessness in her voice.

"So, are you planning to keep this cold war going?" Lin Xiaoyu's tone was filled with anxiety. "The emotional foundation between you two is so deep, a cold war will only make things worse."

"I don't want this to happen, but I don't know how to face it." Su Wan's voice trembled, and helplessness flickered in her eyes. She knew in her heart that Lu Ming was someone she could rely on, but the shadow cast by the photo made her unable to let go.

"You need to communicate well and resolve the misunderstandings between you," Lin Xiaoyu said firmly. "I believe that after a sincere conversation, your relationship will be restored."

"But I'm afraid. I'm afraid that it will be more painful after talking about it." Su Wan's voice was low, and her heart was full of struggle.

"If you don't try, how will you know the result?" Lin Xiaoyu's tone was gentle but full of strength. "Sometimes, facing a problem is more important than avoiding it. Your relationship is worth fighting for."

Su Wan was silent for a moment, pondering. She knew that escaping wouldn't solve the problem; only by facing it could she find a way out. However, the fear and anxiety deep within her heart made her hesitate.

Seeing Su Wan unmoved, Lin Xiaoyu decided to take a more direct approach. She began collecting bits and pieces of their history, trying to help Su Wan sort out her thoughts. She looked through Su Wan's phone and found some old photos of her and Lu Ming, all of them filled with happy smiles.

"Look, these are all your beautiful memories." Lin Xiaoyu showed the photos to Su Wan one by one. "You were so happy once, why don't you try to restore that happiness?"

A warm feeling welled up in Su Wan's heart, and tears glistened in her eyes. Yes, once upon a time, the relationship between her and Lu Ming was so sweet. Was she going to give up this beautiful time just because of a photo?

"You have to believe that trust takes time to build," Lin Xiaoyu said seriously, "and communication between you is the best way to break down barriers."

"I'll consider it." Su Wan finally responded softly, making up her mind. Although she still had many concerns, she knew that only by facing them could she find a solution.

However, Lin Xiaoyu was not satisfied with this. She began to actively plan to bring Su Wan and Lu Ming together again. She knew that only by meeting in person could they reconnect.

"Su Wan, I have a few people scheduled for dinner tonight, and I hope you can bring Lu Ming along." Lin Xiaoyu took the initiative to bring up this plan in the next few days.

"I...I don't know if he will agree." Su Wan hesitated, her heart full of contradictions.

"Give it a try. We are all friends anyway, so there's no need to be too nervous." Lin Xiaoyu encouraged, with anticipation in her eyes.

At Lin Xiaoyu's insistence, Su Wan finally agreed. She secretly prayed in her heart that this gathering would ease the awkwardness between her and Lu Ming.

On the day of dinner, Su Wan nervously arrived at the restaurant early, her heart filled with anticipation and apprehension. She didn't know how Lu Ming would react, and her heart was filled with anxiety.

When Lu Ming arrived, he saw Su Wan sitting at the table, and a warm feeling came over him. He smiled slightly, trying to appear relaxed, but he couldn't hide the nervousness in his heart.

"Hi, Su Wan." Lu Ming walked up to her with a gentle tone in his voice.

"Hi." Su Wan's voice was soft, but with a hint of nervousness. The atmosphere between the two seemed a little awkward, as if the previous cold war still loomed between them.

"I... I'm fine." Su Wan tried to relax herself and tried to hide her inner uneasiness.

"Me too." There was a hint of warmth in Lu Ming's voice, but he felt vaguely uneasy in his heart.

As other friends arrived, the atmosphere gradually relaxed. Everyone chatted animatedly, while Su Wan and Lu Ming quietly observed, occasionally making eye contact. Although the distance between them remained, the fond memories in their hearts slowly began to reawaken.

"Su Wan, your favorite dish is here." Lin Xiaoyu smiled and brought a dish that was delicious in appearance, aroma and taste to Su Wan, with encouragement in her eyes.

"Thank you." A warm feeling surged in Su Wan's heart, and gratitude flashed in her eyes.

Lu Ming watched silently from the side, secretly making up his mind to have a good chat with Su Wan tonight. He knew that such an opportunity was rare, and if he didn't seize it, he would probably miss it.

As the gathering progressed, the atmosphere grew more lively, with laughter and chatter filling the air. Su Wan gradually relaxed, and her interactions with Lu Ming became more natural. Although there was still a hint of awkwardness between them, the familiar feeling was quietly returning.

"Su Wan, how have you been lately?" Lu Ming finally plucked up the courage to ask during a break in the party.

"It's okay, I'm just a little busy at work." Su Wan smiled slightly, and gradually felt relaxed.

"If you need any help, please let me know." Lu Ming's voice was filled with concern and his eyes showed warmth.

"Thank you, I will." Su Wan felt touched and a soft light flashed in her eyes.

At this moment, Lin Xiaoyu quietly watched the two of them, secretly feeling relieved. She knew that tonight's party was an opportunity for Su Wan and Lu Ming to reconnect.

After the party, Lu Ming and Su Wan walked out of the restaurant together. The night sky was dotted with stars and a gentle breeze blew. As they walked side by side on the street, they both felt a long-lost warmth in their hearts.

"Thank you, tonight's party makes me feel much better." Su Wan finally plucked up the courage and broke the silence.

"Me too. I'm very happy to see you." Lu Ming's voice was gentle, and the light in his eyes became brighter.

A warm feeling welled up in Su Wan's heart, as if all the misunderstandings of the past were finally resolved. She understood that only by facing each other could they find a solution.

"Can we... have a good chat?" Su Wan finally plucked up the courage, her eyes flashing with anticipation.

"Of course." Lu Ming felt a surge of joy in his heart and felt a glimmer of hope.