"This is a super popular single this year, and I like it a lot too." Ren Anran selected the song, returned to Li Songze's side, and leaned her head on his broad shoulder, looking like a shy little bird clinging to him.

As the music started playing, Liu Sisi couldn't bear to watch the two of them entangled anymore. She had no choice but to steel herself, avert her eyes, focus on the television screen, and sing along with the subtitles…

The song was already quite smooth, but Liu Sisi had been drinking, had gotten up early that morning, and had been busy all day. Coupled with her recent low mood, she rested her hand on her forehead and sang lazily to the rhythm.

Her voice was slightly soft, which actually brought out that youthful and shy feeling.

As Li Songze listened to her singing, he couldn't help but recall the moments he had shared with her since they met.

A flutter of emotion, like being gently brushed by a feather, touched my heart. Her singing wasn't as skillful or emotional as Ren Anran's.

But to him, there was a kind of sensual feeling that seeped into his heart.

To him, she was just like the lyrics of her songs.

The summer breeze gently brushed through his hair, past his ears, stirring his thoughts and emotions. He would forever remember her every smile and gesture.

Because I care about her, I can experience a unique and profound feeling when I'm with her.

She attracted him unintentionally and effortlessly, making him want to get closer, to touch her, and to find ways to appear before her.

For example, eating instant noodles with her, squeezing into her car together, drinking beer together, soaring through the blue sky together, and watching the wind and rain together.

Despite their numerous interactions, she remained completely unaware of her own feelings.

Was it because she hid it well, or was she naive and unguarded? Or perhaps she simply didn't care at all?

Ah, it should be the latter.

Liu Sisi isn't a stunning beauty at first glance, but she has a captivating charm that grows on you. She possesses a gentle, quiet, and reserved personality.

Only occasionally does she reveal a little temperament; she is like an elegant and refined lotus that grows more beautiful with each bloom, possessing a resilient and otherworldly beauty.

After the song ended, Liu Sisi smiled shyly and put down the microphone.

"Oh, Sisi, you sang really well!" Ren Anran continued to lean against Li Songze, lifting her eyelids and praising him with a smile. She didn't forget to tug at Li Songze, tilting her head up to ask, "Even Aze is mesmerized?"

Li Songze's deep gaze was fixed intently on Liu Sisi's small face. A slight, almost imperceptible tenderness lingered at the corners of his mouth, without him even realizing it. "Mmm."

"Thank you." Liu Sisi glanced at them, her gaze lingering on them shyly.

Seeing her evasive gaze, Li Songze's heart sank, and his eyes darkened abruptly. He picked up the wine glass on the table, tilted his head back, and downed it in one gulp.

He casually pulled his hand away and said in a deep voice, "You guys continue, I'm going to have a smoke."

"Aze..." Ren Anran couldn't call out to him. Watching him calmly leave with his hands in his pockets, her eyebrows furrowed.

Not long after Li Songze left, Liu Sisi felt a little tipsy. Not wanting to waste any more of their time together, she excused herself and said, "Anran, I'm sorry, I'm a little tired and want to go back to my room to rest."

"Sisi... Hey, why are you all leaving?" Ren Anran was unusually in a good mood, but when she saw that one or two of them were about to leave, her pretty face immediately fell.

"Silly girl, it's so inconvenient for me to be here. You need to hurry up and appease Mr. Li. It's not good to always keep a man cold." Liu Sisi smiled at her, not forgetting to yawn, she was really a little tired.

“Him? Sigh…” Ren Anran pursed her lips, looking troubled: “He’s too unfathomable and hard to understand.”

"Really? Is he... also so cold to you in private?" She used the word "also," her gossipy nature taking hold, and she sat down again.

That word "also" instantly brought the two women closer together.

"Mmm." Ren Anran nodded emphatically, looking aggrieved. "So, I'm so envious of you. President Lin is so gentle with you."

Mentioning Lin Xuedong, Liu Sisi couldn't help but smile; he was indeed much warmer than that ice block.

"Tsk tsk tsk, look at you, you're so sweet it's making your teeth ache!" Ren Anran chuckled.

"They have different personalities, but they have a deep bond."

“Sisi, but I feel that Aze’s feelings for you…” Ren Anran spoke cautiously, her tone joking yet subtly probing. “Aren’t they unusual?”

"What's so special about it? Don't misunderstand, we just have some work-related interactions." Liu Sisi replied with a serious expression. She had never thought about it too deeply, nor was there any need to.

However, she understood women's subtle thoughts, so without thinking, she hurriedly tried to sever ties.

"Mm." Ren Anran nodded.

But the goddess's indifference does not mean King Xiang's lack of dreams.

Liu Sisi is blinded by her own involvement, unlike her.

Women are often more likely to use their intuition to see through the tricks.

Otherwise, with her looks, which man wouldn't take advantage of her?

But Li Songze deliberately ignored her; she was now just a beautiful ornament beside him.

"He's a bit cold and too serious. I thought he'd treat you differently." Liu Sisi felt a little sorry for her.

Although she was somewhat skeptical of this impure relationship, she subconsciously couldn't stand the man's coldness towards his female companion.

"Hmm, sometimes I think he's like someone with a speech impediment." Since the man wasn't around, Ren Anran was having a blast, and she covered her mouth as she complained.

Speech impairment?

Upon hearing this, Liu Sisi immediately burst out laughing and nodded in agreement. "That's quite apt. When I first met him, I thought he was expressionless. His expression never changed, he was as cold as ice, and being around him was incredibly stressful."

"Hahahaha!" Ren Anran laughed heartily, sharing the sentiment.

"So, I'm really curious about what he's like in private. Does he never smile at you?"

Even when you're talking about love, you have to keep a cold face? How painful must that be?

"Sisi." Ren Anran's smile faded, a hint of sadness creeping into her pretty face. She spoke softly, "Actually, I'm not... familiar with him."

Unfamiliar?

Although it contains only two words, it seems to convey a lot of information.

Liu Sisi paused for a moment, blinked, and stared at her in confusion.

“We are as you see it. He was very good to me, gave me a lot of resources, but never asked for anything else.”

"Uh." Liu Sisi was a little confused. She had originally planned to help Ren Anran.

"Don't laugh at me, but I think he might... well, he's a bit cold." She didn't say it aloud, but rather vaguely hinted at it. "It might be his personality, his age might also play a part, or maybe he already has someone else in his heart."

There's another floor?

Liu Sisi frowned slightly; no wonder he wasn't getting married.

She immediately assumed it was a male physiological disorder. Sigh, no one is perfect.

So Ren Anran... She looked up at Ren Anran and felt a little sorry for her.

This is the prime of youth!

But at the same time, I feel sorry for Li Songze; he was a man at the peak of his career. If it's true, it would be such a pity.

"then you……"

"It's alright, I didn't lose anything either. I got the resources, so I can focus on my career. Sometimes he's a really nice person, very supportive of younger people." Ren Anran suddenly understood, shrugged, and laughed it off. "There doesn't necessarily have to be anything between a man and a woman, so I won't overthink it. I know my own limitations."

“That’s true.” Liu Sisi smiled slightly, her eyebrows furrowed.

She recalled Li Songze's strong invitation for her to participate in the 5G project, saying that he didn't want to see her talents buried.

At S University, he devoted himself to supporting science and education.

He must be someone who cherishes talent. Ren Anran is excellent in personality, appearance, and skills. Given time, she will surely shine in the entertainment industry.

Just as they were laughing together, Li Songze returned.

Liu Sisi looked up at him, her eyes filled with a complex emotion, but it quickly softened into a gentle expression, and she lowered her guard considerably.

The man wore a white shirt and black trousers all day, yet they remained impeccably pressed. This accentuated his handsome features, making him appear even more mature and sophisticated, and his upright posture conveyed a sense of composure and refined elegance.

"Aze, it's hot outside, you can smoke here." Ren Anran greeted him eagerly, took his arm, and said ingratiatingly.

Li Songze's expression remained calm and indifferent. He and Ren Anran exchanged a glance. Seeing her concerned smile, his expression relaxed slightly, and his voice softened. "I'll try to avoid her in front of women."

"Hehe, neither Sisi nor I will mind." The man's handsome face still held unfathomable, dark eyes, and Ren Anran could only offer a smile and flattery.

"Is that so?" His tone was calm, making it difficult to discern his thoughts. But he still reached out and gently pinched her chin, asking in a seemingly indulgent manner, "Are you tired?"

Ren Anran was stumped by his question. What did he mean? She wanted to...

Was he trying to get himself out of the way, or was he hinting at something?

"I'm alright," she replied, barely managing.

"Brother Li, has the rain stopped?" Liu Sisi saw the troubled look on Ren Anran's face and, thinking about what the two of them had just gossiped about, decided to find an excuse to change the subject.

He glanced at Liu Sisi indifferently, "Not yet."

"Oh, then, we'll do it tomorrow..." She had no choice but to ask again, as she needed him to get back to S City.

"We'll leave at six tomorrow."

"Six o'clock?!" Liu Sisi's eyes widened in disbelief. "That early?!"

Li Songze glanced at Liu Sisi, his expression completely unchanged. He simply nodded slightly and said indifferently, "Okay, get some rest tonight, and we'll set off on time tomorrow."

"Oh, oh." Liu Sisi had already planned to slip away. She picked up her bag and shopping bags, turned around and glanced at Ren Anran, seemingly unable to help her anymore.

She met Li Songze's unfathomable dark eyes, smiled gently, and said, "I'm a little tired today, so I'll go back to my room to rest. I'll settle the bill. Enjoy your meal, and goodnight."

"Sisi".

"Sisi".

Just as Liu Sisi brushed past them, the two men called out to her at the same time.

Liu Sisi turned her head, staring at them with a questioning look in her eyes.

"The order has been settled."

Liu Sisi paused for a moment, then smiled sweetly and said, "Then thank you very much, Brother Li."

"Sisi, let's meet again when we get back to S City. I'll invite you to go shopping and have tea then." Ren Anran took Li Songze's arm and invited him with great joy.

"Okay, see you then, I'm off." Liu Sisi smiled and gave her an OK sign, then picked up her shopping bags and left the private room.

Li Songze lifted his eyelids, gazing thoughtfully at her receding figure.

Tap the screen to use advanced tools Tip: You can use left and right keyboard keys to browse between chapters.

You'll Also Like