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Chapter 175 "I Have Someone I Like" (6k-page compilation)

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Hearing Cheng Yue say such things so bluntly, Gu Wanting blinked her beautiful eyes and froze on the spot.

She knew that Cheng Yue lacked emotional intelligence and sometimes spoke without thinking.

But you can't be brainless!

Gu Wanting was furious and retorted coldly.

"Do you know how long I talked to Lin Shen before we did *that* kind of thing?"

"how long?"

"Half a year."

Gu Wanting held up one finger and said softly.

"We dated for a year before I moved in with him outside. You've only been dating me for less than two months, and you already want to do *that* with me?"

"Are you attracted to me as a person, or to my body?"

"I……"

Cheng Yue was speechless after being rebuked by Gu Wanting. After scratching his head for a while, he tried to play the emotional card.

"Tingting, haven't I been good to you?"

Does whether you treat me well or not have anything to do with doing this kind of thing?

Gu Wanting has the strong personality of never letting up when she's in the right, so she pressed on relentlessly.

"Do you think that just because you're good to me, I should be eternally grateful, cry my eyes out, and then offer myself to you, only to be heartlessly abandoned by you in the end?"

"I……"

Cheng Yue's face flushed red from being choked, and after a brief hesitation, he muttered softly, his initial questioning tone immediately softening.

"I didn't mean that."

"That's what you meant!"

"Don't you think it's strange that Lin Shen came to pick up Qingqing?"

Cheng Yue voiced her doubts.

"Since you haven't contacted him, what's he doing here? Does he still like you? Does he want to get back together with you?"

"Then who knows."

Gu Wanting lowered her head and murmured, then tucked her hair behind her ear, a strong throbbing suddenly spreading through her heart.

If that were true, that would be great!
This shows that Lin Shen still has feelings for me!

But the worst-case scenario is that it's not like that, but rather a different path...

Recalling the somewhat intimate relationship between her younger sister and Lin Shen, Gu Wanting felt a surge of irritation.

Something must have happened between them in private!
Qingqing is such a clueless girl. Even though Lin Shen and I have broken up, she's still in contact with him!

This is embarrassing for your sister!

Seeing Gu Wanting deep in thought, Cheng Yue knew she must be thinking of Lin Shen.

After all, this guy has become so outstanding.

Not only is he handsome and stylish, but he also has such a great physique.

Most importantly, he somehow made a fortune and was able to afford a Rolex and a car!

Who can I complain to about this?
Cheng Yue was anxious and worried that Gu Wanting would be taken away from him. Being straightforward, he decided to ask about everything.

"Tingting, you don't still have feelings for Lin Shen, do you?"

"You still doubt me."

Gu Wanting said coldly.

"If I still have feelings for him, I should go talk to him and try to get back together right now. Do you think I did that?"

"That's because I was there."

Cheng Yue couldn't help but mutter to himself.

“If I hadn’t been there, you probably would have gone to find him already.”

"Cheng Yue!"

After being suspected time and again, Gu Wanting's originally cool voice suddenly became sharp.

"Are you ever going to stop? Instead of doubting me, you should be thinking about how to cover up your own mess!"

"What's wrong with me?"

"You really think I don't know?"

Gu Wanting snorted coldly, her eyes filled with disdain.

"Going to a bar without telling me, isn't that a scandal?"

!! ?
Upon hearing Gu Wanting's words, Cheng Yue was immediately startled.

Did Tingting find out?
How did she know?
Did someone she knew see it and then tell her?
Various speculations surfaced in Cheng Yue's mind, making him feel a little flustered. He quickly offered an explanation.

"My friend invited me to the bar because he had just broken up with his girlfriend, and I went to keep him company. It had nothing to do with me."

"You mean it's not a relationship, but you were seen being escorted out of a bar by a strange girl, right?"

Gu Wanting said sarcastically.

"That's absolutely 'no problem'!"

"That's a friend of my friend! She was drunk, I just helped her up, I..."

Faced with Gu Wanting's questioning, Cheng Yue quickly lowered his voice and admitted his mistake.

"I'm sorry, Tingting. I was wrong to do this. I shouldn't have kept it from you. I'm sorry, can you forgive me just this once?"

"It depends on your performance."

Gu Wanting crossed her arms and casually scrolled through her phone.

"Chanel recently launched a new bag. Buy it for me, and I'll forgive you."

"Buy, buy, buy! I'll go buy it tomorrow!"

Cheng Yue quickly smiled apologetically, his pounding heart finally calming down a little.

Although the atmosphere inside the car eased somewhat, the argument still created a rift in the relationship between the two.

At least in Gu Wanting's heart, Cheng Yue was not as good as Lin Shenyi.

I used to think he was rich and good-looking, but now he can't even compare to me in those two aspects!

What's the point of me contacting you then?

Gu Wanting rested her cheek on her hand, gazing out the window in a daze.

While people are arguing in one car, the atmosphere in the other car is much more harmonious.

Ever since Gu Zhiyuan got into Lin Shen's car, he was amazed by the luxurious and spacious rear environment of the Jaguar XFL, and he kept marveling at it.

"This Jaguar is really great! The leather seats are very comfortable, and the rear space is spacious. It would be great if it hadn't been acquired by the Indians. It's a pity such a good brand... Xiao Shen, are you interested in supporting our domestic brands? The development of new energy vehicles is really strong lately!"

"Uncle, if you want one, I can buy you one to drive."

Lin Shen said casually, which startled Gu Zhiyuan, who scratched his head somewhat embarrassedly.

"This is not good..."

"You know it's wrong, yet you still bring it up!"

Chen Hui couldn't help but glare at her husband.

"What business is it of yours what kind of car Xiao Shen buys? It's not like you're the one paying for it!"

"Oh, I didn't mean to..."

"Shut up!"

Faced with Chen Hui's cold rebuke, Gu Zhiyuan immediately shrank back, turned to the side, and couldn't help but mutter under his breath.

"Can't you give me some face in public...?"

"I'm sorry, Xiao Shen, your uncle is getting old and sometimes he doesn't think before he speaks. Please don't mind him."

Chen Hui quickly apologized to Lin Shen, but he said it sincerely.

“I don’t mean it in a sarcastic way, I’m serious. If you want to drive, Uncle, I can buy you one for transportation.”

Lin Shen was telling the truth.

With his current daily income of 100,000 yuan, a new energy vehicle worth several hundred thousand yuan is just a small matter for him.

But Gu Zhiyuan didn't think so; he was completely stunned.

He initially thought Lin Shen was just joking, but he never expected that he was actually considering it!
How much money has this kid made lately that he can just buy a car like that?

They're so rich!

The same amazement arose in Chen Hui's mind, but she was more polite and reserved, replying with a slight smile.

"Xiao Shen, I appreciate your kindness. I'm already very grateful that you came to pick us up."

"Sigh! You and Tingting have broken up, but you're still so good to us. I feel really guilty and bad. Auntie apologizes to you on Tingting's behalf. I'm sorry."

"You don't need to be so polite, there's still Qingqing here."

Lin Shen smiled and patted Gu Wanqing's head, who was sitting in the passenger seat, with an expression full of affection.

"I've always treated Qingqing like my own younger sister."

Eh?
Gu Wanqing was initially a little shy when the topic turned to her, but upon hearing the word "younger sister," a sense of resentment welled up inside her.

younger sister!

younger sister!

I only ever knew my sister!
Are you a siscon? You treat me like your little sister all the time!
"Thank you so much, Brother Lin~ Shen~"

Gu Wanqing deliberately dragged out the last syllable, pouting her lips and humming softly.

Seeing her resentful expression, Lin Shen was full of doubt.

"What's wrong, Qingqing? Did I say something wrong?"

No, it's my problem.

Gu Wanqing quickly adjusted her emotions and immediately smiled.

"Thank you so much, Brother Lin Shen, for spoiling me so much~"

"that……"

Unable to contain her curiosity any longer, Chen Hui tentatively asked a question.

"Xiao Shen, can Auntie ask you a question?"

"You say."

Why did you and Tingting break up?

After Chen Hui finished speaking, she immediately added something else.

"Of course, you don't have to say if you don't want to. The main thing is that I find it strange that you two seemed to get along quite well when you last came to our house..."

"You must have seen the reasons for the breakup, Auntie."

See it?
After a moment of stunned silence, Chen Hui immediately realized that the "reason" Lin Shen was referring to was Cheng Yue. She slapped her thigh and said angrily.

"That brat! I'll teach her a lesson when I have time! What's wrong with you, Xiao Shen? You're so handsome, polite, and well-behaved, and you have a good job too..."

As she spoke, Chen Hui felt increasingly frustrated.

The golden bachelor I had just gotten my hands on was let go by Tingting. Who can I complain to?

Chen Hui grew angrier the more she thought about it, and couldn't help but criticize him sharply and meanly.

"That kid named Cheng Yue, I could tell he was up to no good! He looks shifty and has low emotional intelligence. I really don't know why Tingting would fall for him. Her taste is just as bad as mine!"

"It's just..."

Ok? !

Gu Zhiyuan, who had been nodding in agreement, suddenly realized something. He pointed to himself, about to ask a question, but was glared at by Chen Hui. He immediately shrank back sheepishly and joined his wife in criticizing Gu Wanting with a shared sense of indignation.

"It's all my fault for not raising her well. I've spoiled her rotten since she was little! I'll have a good talk with her later and correct these bad habits!"

"By the way, Xiao Shen, may I ask you another question?"

"You say."

"So...have you recently received a promotion at work?"

Gu Zhiyuan finally voiced his doubts.

After all, the last time he saw Lin Shen, he was just an ordinary worker earning seven or eight thousand yuan a month.

How could someone who barely makes ends meet afford a car worth 400,000?

Gu Zhiyuan made this guess unless it was for a promotion and a raise, or a job change.

Lin Shen simply smiled calmly.

"No, I resigned."

Resigned?
These words startled both Gu Zhiyuan and Chen Hui.

"So what kind of work are you doing now?"

"Start my own business and do some small trading."

Lin Shen said softly.

"The cost of living in Shanghai is very high. If you want to settle down here, there are many other cities that are more suitable." "Since you're here, you shouldn't be looking for stability, but rather take advantage of the numerous entrepreneurial opportunities in Shanghai to make a name for yourself!"

"What you said does make sense."

Gu Zhiyuan seemed to agree with Lin Shen's statement and immediately sighed.

"Looks like you've succeeded, Xiao Shen. You've already bought a car. You'll definitely settle down in Shanghai someday, right?"

"Ah."

"So, what exactly do you do? Would you mind revealing that?"

"The pet industry."

Lin Shen, who was driving, smiled slightly.

"After all, I used to work in this field, so I naturally have some connections and resources, which makes it easier for me to get started."

"The pet industry..."

Although Gu Zhiyuan didn't understand it, he knew very well that starting a business in this area was not easy.

This proves that Lin Shen is truly capable!

So, why did Tingting break up with such a capable and good boy?
Gu Zhiyuan was getting angrier the more he thought about it, and he wished he could immediately pull Gu Wanting aside and question her properly.

But we need to finish today's important business first.

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2:30 PM.
Foreign Languages ​​University.

The area in front of the school gate was bustling with traffic and crowds.

The security guard kept shouting through a loudspeaker to maintain traffic order, and his voice seemed to have gone hoarse.

"Parents, please turn into the parking lot to the east! There are trolleys over here if you have a lot of luggage! Taxis and Didi (ride-hailing services) are not allowed in! Please move forward quickly, you're blocking the road!!"

In this sweltering summer, the scorching heat of September makes people sweat profusely after just a short time outdoors.

Even so, many volunteers wearing red vests greeted the new students and their parents at various locations on campus.

Red banners could be seen everywhere, fluttering in the hot wind.

"Welcome to the Class of 2025 from our university!"

After parking their car, Lin Shen and his group entered the campus and were truly amazed by the bustling scene of a sea of ​​people.

Gu Wanqing, in particular, was holding her admission notice and ID card, and for a moment she didn't know where to go.

Fortunately, she has someone to rely on.

"Come on, I'll take you to register first."

Lin Shen affectionately patted Gu Wanqing's head.

"Your sister Jiang Wan has been waiting for you for a long time."

"Good~"

Gu Wanqing subconsciously reached for Lin Shen's hand, but then suddenly remembered that her parents and sister were still by her side, so she immediately grabbed the hem of his clothes instead.

After all, there are many people on campus, and it's easy to get lost.

Seeing this, Lin Shen had a sudden inspiration and immediately smiled at Gu Zhiyuan and Chen Hui behind him.

"Uncle and Aunt, why don't you take your luggage and head to the student dormitory first? I'll take Qingqing to register first, and then I'll come find you later, okay?"

"it is good."

Chen Hui expressed her gratitude to Lin Shen in a soft voice.

"Xiao Shen, then I'll trouble you to take care of Qingqing. Thank you."

"fine."

After watching Gu Wanqing walk away, clutching Lin Shen's sleeve, Gu Zhiyuan couldn't help but exclaim in admiration.

"It's so good to have Lin Shen around. He and Qingqing are just like siblings..."

Upon hearing this, Cheng Yue felt that Lin Shen should make a good impression on Gu Wanting's parents after leaving, so he took the luggage from their hands and pulled it along.

"Uncle, let me help you with your luggage, let's go."

While Cheng Yue was trying to get close to Gu Zhiyuan, Chen Hui pulled Gu Wanting aside and questioned her.

Why did you break up with Lin Shen?

"Mom, why do you always care about this?"

Gu Wanting took Chen Hui's arm and spoke ambiguously.

"There aren't that many reasons for breaking up..."

"Don't think I don't know. If you broke up with Lin Shen because he treated you badly, you would have complained to me long ago!"

Chen Hui knows her daughter very well and has a keen eye for knowledge.

Did you do anything to betray Lin Shen?

"No……"

Gu Wanting glanced away guiltily, which infuriated Chen Hui, who twisted her ear hard and said angrily.

"Hanni! Tell me! What exactly happened!"

"Oh, I'll tell you."

Gu Wanting rubbed her aching ears and quietly recounted her experience before breaking up with Lin Shen after their argument.

She deliberately exaggerated the mistakes she made on the spot, while avoiding mentioning her own problems.

But no one knows a daughter better than her mother, and Chen Hui could clearly hear the deeper meaning in Gu Wanting's words and reconstruct the whole story.

"You are so ungrateful!"

Chen Hui gave Gu Wanting a hard tap on the head and scolded her.

"Lin Shen is cold to you because he's busy with work, you know? How can he have that much energy to spend with you! He doesn't need to make money, he doesn't need to think about his future with you, right? And all you do is throw a tantrum!"

"But isn't the point of dating to pursue emotional fulfillment?"

Gu Wanting herself felt somewhat wronged.

“I don’t ask him to do anything, I just want him to talk to me more, but he won’t even tell me what happened at work, or confide in me about his troubles. He just comes home and goes to sleep! It’s like he’s a stranger to me! How can I not be annoyed!”

That's because he doesn't want to bring his negative emotions to you.

"I'm his girlfriend! What's the point of him keeping it all bottled up inside if he won't tell me?"

"Men are all like that."

Chen Hui couldn't help but sigh softly.

“They are taught from a young age to be strong and responsible, to bleed but not to cry.”

"Therefore, they subconsciously feel that confiding in others about one's grievances is a sign of weakness and incompetence, especially confiding in the person one loves most."

"So the best thing you should have done then wasn't to be angry with him, but to hug him and say some comforting words..."

"How would I know any of that!"

Gu Wanting said irritably.

"Mom, this is my first time dating, okay! How would I know anything about this? If he has any grievances, he should just tell me! Only by telling me can I understand! He's always looking down and silent, what am I supposed to do?"

"..."

After hearing Gu Wanting's heartfelt complaints, Chen Hui suddenly realized that her breakup with Lin Shen was inevitable.

First love is wonderful, but very few of them actually lead to marriage.

Unless you get older and have enough social experience, it's hard to understand the people around you.

Even couples who have been together for many years and know each other well will probably have conflicts from time to time.

"Ugh!"

Chen Hui sighed softly, and most of the blame and resentment she felt towards Gu Wanting dissipated.

But there is another part.

"So you got together with Cheng Yue right after arguing with Lin Shen?"

"What do you mean by arguing? That's clearly breaking up!"

Gu Wanting argued her case logically.

"In the adult world, ignoring someone for a few days means cutting off all contact. If a couple doesn't speak to each other for a month, what is that if not a breakup? Are you going to say something as heartless as 'Let's break up'?"

"Do you regret it now?"

Chen Hui didn't say much to Gu Wanting, but asked her a question that stunned her on the spot. After a moment, she replied with a bitter expression.

"What's the use of regret? Can regret bring Lin Shen back? He hates me so much he wants to kill me!"

“Xiao Shen has already let go of it.”

Chen Hui pointed to Gu Wanting's chest and said in a deep voice.

"It's you who can't let go right now!"

"And one more thing, Mom will say: your current boyfriend is far inferior to Lin Shen, and he's very dishonest. If you insist on being with him, you'll suffer a great loss sooner or later!"

How could I not know?

Gu Wanting knew very well that what her mother said was the truth.

From the moment she found out that Cheng Yue had gone to a bar without telling her, she knew very well that the two of them would break up sooner or later.

But Gu Wanting needs Cheng Yue right now, so she can tolerate it for the time being.

Once the time comes when he is no longer needed, the relationship will likely come to an end.

Seeing her daughter lost in thought, Chen Hui couldn't help but sigh again.

"Tingting, think about it carefully. I'm saying all this for your own good, to keep you from going astray. After all, Shanghai is a place of extravagance and temptation. Don't let those temptations blind you. Only by being down-to-earth can you live a good life."

"I understand, Mom!"

Gu Wanting pursed her lips, her thoughts a jumble of emotions.

At this time the other side.

Once out of her parents' sight, Gu Wanqing finally mustered her courage, held Lin Shen's hand tightly, and said with a smile.

"Brother Lin Shen, have you missed me lately?"

"Of course I do."

Lin Shen pinched Gu Wanqing's cheek and chuckled.

"I was still thinking about the food you cooked; it was so delicious."

"Then I'll come over to your house another day and cook for you then~"

"Okay, but I've moved."

moved?
Gu Wanqing was stunned.

"Where did you move to?"

"I'll take you there then."

Lin Shen smiled mysteriously.

"This kitchen is big enough for you to really make your move!"

"So, Brother Lin Shen, you moved to a bigger house!"

This news stirred something in Gu Wanqing's heart; while she was happy, her emotions were also somewhat complicated.

Lin Shen's move signifies that he has reconciled with the past and completely forgotten his sister.

Does that mean I have a chance?

Gu Wanqing silently pondered the possibility of this matter.

If she were to be with Lin Shen, she would face numerous difficulties.

First, will the parents agree? Second, how to handle the relationship between the sisters is also crucial.

The former is understandable, since the parents had already expressed their liking for Lin Shen while they were in the car.

But the latter is problematic.

Gu Wanqing couldn't imagine how her sister would react if she found out about her relationship with Lin Shen...

It seems a big argument is inevitable.

well--!
A long way to go!

Gu Wanqing sighed softly to herself, and Lin Shen seemed to have noticed her inner turmoil, so he chuckled and subtly probed her.

"Qingqing, do you have someone you like?"

the person I like?

Lin Shen's words made Gu Wanqing's heart race, and she didn't dare to look him in the eye, feeling guilty.

Has my affection been discovered?
In that case...

Gu Wanqing bit her lip, mustered her courage, and looked up at Lin Shen, her beautiful eyes sparkling with amazing brilliance.

"Yes! I have someone I like!"

(End of this chapter)