Jianghai City University Library.
The north wind blew through the streets of the city. The temperature had dropped over the past few days due to the strong winds. Most of the passersby had thickened their clothes. At about 11 o 'clock in the morning, the red wooden door of the large conference room above the library opened. A meeting with titles such as "National Teacher …" and "National Educator …" had temporarily ended. Ya Han, who was wearing a gray windbreaker, walked out with the crowd. She wiped her glasses and put them on. Her beautiful face revealed an attractive intellectual temperament, as well as a hint of melancholy.
"Hey, hey hey …"
As he spoke, Ya Han turned her head. A blonde, blue-eyed foreigner chased after her from behind. He smiled and extended his hand to her. "Hi, how are you? I'm Luo Jie. I'm from Peking University. When we were inside just now …" He waved his hand. "I sat behind you."
"Oh, what's the matter?"
Seeing the charming smile on the man's face, Ya Han's face revealed a polite smile and nodded.
The other party did not have any intention of introducing herself, which was obviously out of the man's expectations. After a slight hesitation, he smiled and said: "Hehe, uh … Just now I saw you drawing in your notebook and thought it was very interesting … Oh, don't misunderstand, don't misunderstand, I mean, this was originally a boring meeting.
We just came here as a tourist. That, may I ask if you're a native of Jianghai? Your accent sounds like it. "
Ya Han also found it interesting that a foreigner was commenting on the accents of various places in China. She smiled and said: "Yes, but I'm not a university professor. This time I'm just here to listen and learn some things. I teach high school, Jianghai City Sacred Heart College."
"Jianghai City Sacred Heart College!"
The foreign man named Roger's eyes lit up. He was obviously happy to have found a topic to talk about. "I've heard that some of the teaching methods you adopt are very novel. For China's high school teaching, some are even the first. Your students' independence and hands-on ability are much stronger than the average school's students. Hey, I think we can find a time to talk."
After a moment of silence, Ya Han raised her wrist and looked at the time: "Sorry … I don't think I have time today."
"Oh, it doesn't matter. Anyway, we still have a few days in Jianghai. By the way, this is also my first time here. Can you help introduce some interesting places?"
"En …" With an unfathomable smile on her lips, Ya Han gently nodded. Her mind had already left this boring conversation. She came here today to talk to a representative about the recommendation students... and then sit in for a while. She still had a lot of things to deal with in the afternoon....
Just as she was about to make a tactful refusal, a voice sounded from the side: "Ya Han, why are you already out here? I've been looking for you everywhere."
The person who trotted up from behind was Xu Mo. Although Ya Han had completely ignored him for the past six months, this infatuated man had continued to pursue her with the spirit of a foolish old man moving mountains. Since he did not give up when Ya Han had a boyfriend, now that Ya Han did not have a boyfriend, naturally there was no reason to give up. Although his friends were at this meeting, the insiders could understand that his purpose of coming here was for Ya Han. At this time, seeing that Ya Han was being pestered by someone, he naturally rushed over and put on a familiar attitude: "Oh, this is … Oh, my name is Xu Mo. I'm Ya Han's colleague. Hello."
"My name is Roger. This is my name in both China and foreign countries."
Xu Mo maintained a warm attitude, and Roger naturally maintained a charming smile. They shook hands and then laughed: "Ya Han?" Obviously, he was referring to her name.
"Yes."
She nodded lightly and did not say much. The two men chatted enthusiastically one after another, and the atmosphere was like a smokeless battlefield. Ya Han felt bored and was about to say goodbye to let the two men slowly communicate. Her gaze turned and a water-blue dress came into view in the hall below.
Among the people coming and going, Lingjing, who was wearing a water-blue dress and holding two books, stood there and waved at the passage that Ya Han could not see. Her heart suddenly tightened. Usually, the person who was with Lingjing was either Jiaming or Shasha. Could it be Jiaming?
Before the figure on the other side appeared, she had subconsciously turned her head: "Sorry, I have to go. My sister is waiting for me. You two can have a good chat."
"Uh." Roger's smile froze. Xu Mo also showed a puzzled expression: "Sister?" He naturally knew that Ya Han did not have a sister.
However, he did not explain. After speaking, Ya Han had already walked down the spiral staircase and came to Lingjing's side. Speaking of which, the two were very similar in terms of temperament. It was just that Lingjing was young and inexperienced, while Ya Han was mature. They really looked like a pair of sisters.
"Lingjing."
"Ah … Sister Ya Han."
Someone patted Lingjing on the shoulder, and Ya Han looked in the direction she waved, but there was no sign of Jiaming. In front of the storage counter, Hsu Yi-ting, who had a pink cloth bag slung over her shoulder, was organizing things. She faintly felt relieved, but also somewhat disappointed. She looked at the book in Lingjing's arms and saw a picture of a piano on the back cover.
"Are you here to borrow a book about music?"
"A biography of Beethoven."
Lingjing smiled as she took out the book and shook it: "I met Hsu Yi-ting on the way here, so I came with her. Sister Ya Han, you … ah, you're here for a meeting, right?"
Ever since Ya Han had a falling out with Jiaming for the first time, she had not gone to the Ye Clan Dojo. And when Ya Han found out that the three of them were living together, it also made Lingjing feel somewhat awkward. Although they still had a sisterly relationship, in front of Ya Han, Lingjing could not help but feel embarrassed.
"I'm just here to find someone to build a relationship with, hm?
Why are you wearing so little today?
Aren't you cold? "
Ya Han pulled up the thin violet jacket on her body and embarrassedly stuck out her tongue: "I went out for a jog in the morning and didn't feel cold when I got back. I thought it would be warmer during the day, so I came out. Who knew there would be a sudden gust of wind … But it's okay, I'll go back soon."
"Jiaming didn't even look after you …" Ya Han complained a little. She took off her coat and draped it over Lingjing's body under her repeated complaints: "I still have two coats on me. Don't say anymore, put them on. My car is parked outside, I'll send you guys back later."
"Jiaming accompanied Shasha to Uncle Liu's place. I plan to go back to the dojo. Sister Ya Han, why don't you come over for dinner?"
"Uh … I have something to do in the afternoon …"
"That's still in the afternoon. You haven't been there in a long time. My mom often talks about you."
While the two were talking, Hsu Yi-ting, who had finished packing her things, trotted over: "Miss Zhang."
Hsu Yi-ting used to be timid and had low self-esteem, especially after her father died. She even had thoughts of suicide. But after Jiaming borrowed money from her, Dongfang Wan asked her to help with the toy factory. Although she wasn't a genius, after learning and moving around, the current Hsu Yi-ting had a calm temperament. After a few words, the phone in her bag rang. It was the phone that Dongfang Wan gave her.
"Um, uh … that document?
It's in my bag. I was going to bring it to you in the afternoon … Do you want me to bring it to Senior Dongfang right away?
Okay, I got it. Um … I'll go right away. "
Today was a holiday. Speaking of which, the time should belong to the paid Dongfang Wan. Even though she was only a high school student and was only good at numerical calculations, as the number one confidant, Hsu Yi-ting was still highly valued by Dongfang Wan. After all, in Dongfang Wan's heart, geniuses and elites weren't important. As long as they followed orders and were able to complete her orders step by step, the team spirit was the most valuable. Therefore, as long as Hsu Yi-ting could learn something, Dongfang Wan would try her best to let her learn as much as possible.
At this moment, when she received the phone call, she smiled and said a few words to Ya Han and Lingjing before preparing to leave. Ya Han wanted to drive her, but she declined.
"I'll take a taxi. Anyway, I'll get reimbursed."
She waved her hand and jogged out of the library. When she got into the taxi, she looked out through the glass window of the backseat. Ya Han and Lingjing were walking out of the main door, talking and laughing. She was indescribably grateful to Ya Han, who had helped her quit her drug addiction. When she saw Ya Han, she also thought of Miss Su Yan, whom she hadn't seen in a long time. Finally, a strange feeling welled up in her heart as she thought of her cousin, Jiaming.
Although she called him her cousin, she didn't feel too close to Jiaming. He was too ordinary, too reclusive, and too independent. However, the elegant teacher Ya Han was his good friend. The beautiful and outstanding Ye Lingjing was his good friend. The energetic and admirable Liu Huaisha was his good friend. The beautiful Japanese girl Kaoru was his good friend. According to Dongfang Wan, Dongfang Wan was also his good friend. Moreover, he was able to design such an electronic pet, which made Dongfang Wan admire him a little. It felt as if a bunch of outstanding people were revolving around an ordinary boy.
What a strange feeling …
After thinking about it for a while, she shook her head.
Forget it … Maybe it's just like what Dongfang Wan said. Some people are good at strategizing, some people are good at scheming, some people are good at lying, and some people … Just have to be able to make everyone feel that it's hard to understand …
*****
The taxi stopped in front of the Dongfang family's villa.
After paying the taxi fare, she explained the purpose of her visit to the servant. After a while, Dongfang Lu, who was wearing a blue and white sportswear, was full of vitality like the warm spring sun. He didn't give off a sense of oppression at all. Although Hsu Yi-ting emphasized that she would leave after delivering the documents, she still couldn't win against Dongfang Lu's seemingly casual tone.
"It's getting late. It's almost twelve o 'clock. Xiao Wan, why didn't you bring it over in the afternoon?
Come in, it's okay. When I came down, I already told the kitchen to prepare an extra set of chopsticks. What's the trouble … Come in, do you have to stand at the door and talk?
It's not like you're an outsider … "
In fact, Hsu Yi-ting had only been to the Dongfang family's villa a few times, and it was always with Dongfang Wan. This was the first time she met Dongfang Lu alone. However, Dongfang Lu had a kind of affinity that made people feel that he wasn't an outsider. Speaking of which, it could be considered some kind of innate talent.
They entered the living room together. Dongfang Lu flipped through the documents while holding a glass of juice for Hsu Yi-ting and chatting casually. As Dongfang Linghai was still recuperating at this time, there were only a few simple servants in the huge villa except for Dongfang Lu. Hsu Yi-ting didn't feel too much pressure, but when she thought about being alone with Dongfang Lu, she couldn't help but blush. Dongfang Lu had always been the Prince Charming in the eyes of the girls in school. He came from a good family, was handsome, had excellent grades, and didn't put on too much airs. When she was with such an outstanding male classmate, naturally she couldn't help but have some superfluous thoughts. Fortunately, Dongfang Lu had been immersed in the documents. When he occasionally raised his head, he didn't seem to notice anything unusual about her.
When he finished reading the documents, Dongfang Lu seemed to have discovered something. After letting Hsu Yi-ting do as she pleased, he turned around and went upstairs to prepare to edit and send a fax.
Hsu Yi-ting let out a long sigh of relief.
She sat on the sofa and drank her juice. She casually looked around at the elegant but not luxurious furnishings. A spotted dog walked in from the door and looked at her curiously. Even though she knew it was a pet dog, Hsu Yi-ting's body suddenly became nervous.
Go away, go away … She turned around and held the orange juice in front of her chest as she silently muttered.
However, the dog didn't hear the voice in her heart. It slowly walked over and stopped in front of the coffee table. It was about one and a half meters away from Hsu Yi-ting and looked at her with a pleasing expression.
Ignore it … Hsu Yi-ting's eyes stared straight ahead. The next moment, the dog barked softly. Hsu Yi-ting's body suddenly trembled. She turned around and stared sharply into the dog's eyes. This sudden sharp gaze scared the dog and made it take two steps back. Then, it looked at the other person's eyes strangely. One person and one dog were in a deadlock in the living room.
"That … uh?"
At some point, Dongfang Lu finished his work and came down the stairs. He felt the strange atmosphere and couldn't help but be surprised. Seeing its owner come over, the dog that had been staring at Hsu Yi-ting for a long time trotted over. Then, it was patted by Dongfang Lu: "Little Q, go out and play. Don't come in and scare people."
The dog whimpered and ran away. Hsu Yi-ting gulped down her orange juice with an awkward expression. Dongfang Lu smiled and asked: "Little Q is just a pet dog. It doesn't bite. Did it scare you?"
"No … No, but I'm afraid of dogs."
Hsu Yi-ting smiled embarrassedly, "Ever since Dongfang classmate and I were stared at by two Boltons …"
"Dongfang classmate … Xiao Wan?"
"Yeah …" Hsu Yi-ting nodded, "Didn't she tell you?
By the way, Jiaming cousin was also there. "
"Heh, Lil 'Wan is so strong. She definitely won't tell me about embarrassing things, especially embarrassing things that Gu Jiaming saw …" Dongfang Lu smiled, then his gaze sank into contemplation. "Twister?
Are you sure it's a Bolton? "
"Yes, two big dogs, and they weren't chained. At that time, the three of us had nowhere to run. We thought we were going to be bitten to death. Uh … actually, it's all my fault …" While gesturing to Dongfang Lu about the ferocious appearance of the Bolton Dogs, Xu Yiting embarrassedly told him about her father's drug addiction and debt. Then, she was caught and rescued by Jiaming and Dongfang Wan. After that, they escaped together. "… Just like that, we escaped into the courtyard. Those Yong Sheng Gang people chased us far away. Just when we thought it was safe, the two big dogs came out from behind the unrepaired flower bed. They bared their teeth at us while drooling desperately. Their necks weren't chained. If we wanted to turn around and run, it was definitely too late …"
"And then?
Their owner came out, right? "
"No, no one came. Xiao Wan recognized the two dogs as Italian Bolton. I heard that the Mafia uses this kind of dog to kill people. We were so scared. Then Jiaming … Jiaming cousin said that if we stared at the animals' eyes, we could scare them away. The three of us stared at them for a long time, and the two dogs really ran away …"
Dongfang Lu showed an incredulous look, "Use eyes … stare at their eyes?"
"Yeah, I checked some books. It seems like that's what they say …"
"Uh, I've also seen Animal World …" Dongfang Lu felt a little helpless and shook his head. At this time, the sound of the servant calling for dinner interrupted his thoughts. He smiled and led Hsu Yi-ting to the side of the dining room.
That meal, she had a very comfortable meal.
*****
At two o 'clock in the afternoon, when Chen Guxia walked into the living room of the Dongfang family mansion, Dongfang Lu was sitting on the sofa and looking at the poor dog. It was obvious that the pet dog was the weaker party. It was very scared at this time and did not understand why its owner suddenly showed such an angry expression.
"What's wrong?"
"Nothing … I heard that when you encounter a ferocious animal, you can scare it away by staring at its eyes. Teacher Chen, is this true?"
"Ferocious animal … Xiao Q did seem to be scared by you, but it's not a ferocious animal …"
"Then what about the Italian Bolton?"
"Bolton?"
Chen Guxia frowned, "It's one of the most ferocious dogs in the world. It probably has no problem fighting with wolves. It has a bad temper and is bloodthirsty. If you fight with it with your bare hands, the average special forces soldier may be injured. What's wrong?"
"Can I scare it away?"
"You should be able to kill one, but to scare it away … You're saying that you can scare it away by staring at it?
That's a competition of murderous intent and ferociousness. If you're thrown into the battlefield, if you don't die after ten years, you might be able to do it. Some experienced hunters said that they can use this method to escape from the jaws of the tiger because they have killed enough creatures … "
"If that's the case …" Dongfang Lu nodded and said to himself, "Of course Xiao Wan has never been to the battlefield …"
"Uh?
What? "
"Nothing, Teacher Chen. Let's start the afternoon class."
Standing up from his seat, Dongfang Lu smiled.
No one knew that under this warm smile, a strange coldness suddenly spread throughout his body. Among these feelings, there was surprise, excitement, trembling, and fear ….