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Chapter 186 You Smell Her Perfume~ (Third Update, Please Vote!)

"The day you walked into my life."

"Thank you for being a part of me."

"I can see you even with my eyes closed."

"A sunny south".

It is indeed someone you can see with your eyes closed.

Gu Huai didn't think too much about it, abandoning his usual shyness and worry.

I put aside my lack of confidence in my voice and my unfamiliarity with the techniques, and just followed my feelings.

Perhaps the meaning of music is to express feelings that you can't say at certain moments.

His voice is certainly not the kind of naturally gifted voice that God gave him, and he doesn't have particularly high-level skills. Even when he switches to falsetto in the high register, it sounds a bit awkward.

However, that doesn't detract from the fact that his gentle and clear singing voice is pleasant to the ear.

It wasn't an artificial, bubbly voice, nor was it the hoarse tone of someone who's always smoking or drinking. On the contrary, to Lin Jiang and Cai Yan's ears, it evoked a long-lost sense of youthfulness.

It's as if so many years have passed, and everything has changed, but he remains the same as when he was eighteen.

Clear and bright, like the autumn sunlight, it's unbelievably beautiful.

Although she didn't possess exceptional skills, nor was she the type to elicit gasps of amazement or gasps of astonishment upon first hearing her words, she still managed to make both of them temporarily forget their doubts and the eye contact they had just exchanged.

Listen quietly and peacefully to him singing softly.

It was as if one could truly empathize with the tranquility, beauty, and subtle regret he was trying to express.

Where does the regret come from? Besides the song itself, it's also the feeling that these beautiful things came too late in my life.

However, if it weren't for the hardships and struggles they experienced, the confusion and unspeakable pain that they could only suffer from self-torture, how could they truly appreciate how hard-won all of this was?

Of course, he has not yet achieved true success, nor has he gained true freedom; there is still so much for him to strive for and fight for.

However, all of this made Gu Huai realize that changing himself was not meaningless, and that every day in the future would no longer be a waste of time.

After singing this song, which was indeed a bit unfamiliar to him but one he genuinely enjoyed listening to, Gu Huai put down the microphone, still somewhat dazed.

Oh no, I've become one of those people singing and dancing at someone else's wedding.

But soon a loud jeer erupted around him.

"Gu Huai is amazing!"

"Wow, you can sing so well? I didn't know you were this good in high school!"

Nonsense, the stats haven't even been increased yet, have they? You think the skill book was bought for nothing?
"You must have spent a lot of time training in the Shang Kingdom, right? Tell me honestly, have you ever made the princess cry while singing your praises?"

What kind of talk is that? Who goes to a karaoke bar to sing? No, I've never been one myself!

"Hahaha, we really have to have a drink! Come on, come on!"

Damn, why is everyone toasting everywhere? Have you even finished your drink yet? You've been holding that glass the whole time!

I was still forced to drink a few cups.

After he finished singing, Gu Huai felt his heart racing a little; the lingering fear of his performance was still there.

Lulu clicked her tongue in amazement, "It's been so many years since I've heard it, it sounds even better now! What's wrong with you singing after Jiang Jiang? It's clearly on par with her!"

"There's a limit to how much you can praise someone, this is too fake."

"Ha ha ha ha."

Cai Yan couldn't help but look over, "You can sing this? I've never heard you sing it before."

As if she listened to him sing all the time, Lin Jiang's eyes twitched slightly.

She joined in, saying, "You sing so well, how about another song? I haven't had enough yet."

And you even ask questions? Don't you know that at this point you should be providing emotional value? You're such a noob!
Gu Huai quickly waved his hand, "I won't sing anymore. It's getting late, and you've all had quite a bit to drink, shouldn't we?"

Gu Huai knew when to quit while he was ahead. It wasn't his own wedding; how could he possibly turn it into his own concert?

Moreover, the thought of having to go to work tomorrow made it impossible for him to continue indulging himself.

It was indeed rare for these two stunning women to be together, but it was also enough to cause a headache. Taking this opportunity, I quickly made my exit.

To Gu Huai's own surprise, Cai Yan and Lin Jiang nodded in unison.

"It is indeed getting late."

"Lulu, shall we head out now?"

Lulu looked at the three people who were leaving and asked, "Are you leaving already? Aren't you going to stay a little longer?"

Cai Yan smiled and shook her head, "We'll meet again tomorrow anyway, and I also have to go to work, so let's call it a day."

"Okay. But after drinking so much, are you sure you can get home safely? Should we arrange for someone to take you?"

"That's no trouble at all. Going home is no problem, and my brother said he'd come pick me up."

call.

Gu Huai breathed a sigh of relief upon hearing Cai Yan's words.

That's good. I was worried about how those two would reliably get home.

"Alright, then I won't see you off. Take care. Gu Huai, take good care of them, and you be careful too."

Gu Huai stood up and nodded in response, "Don't worry."

These two are even more dangerous than my buddy; I really need to be careful about my personal safety.

After going downstairs, I waited by the roadside for a short while before a brand-new-looking Mercedes-Benz approached.

Gu Huai wasn't very knowledgeable about cars; after all, his savings were fixed, and he didn't like to daydream, so naturally he didn't know what model it was or how much it cost. However, considering Cai Yan's family situation and Cai Yi's image, he figured it wouldn't be too cheap.

Upon approaching, Cai Yi pushed open the door and came down.

He was stunned for a moment when he saw that it wasn't just Cai Yan and Gu Huai, but also Lin Jiang.

"It's quite lively today. What's going on?"

Gu Huai waved and greeted him, and Cai Yi smiled and nodded in return, "Why are you always here?"

Gu Huai said somewhat embarrassedly, "It's just that some of my friends are getting married."

"You're really something! What else is there to say? Get in the car. You've all had quite a bit to drink, haven't you? I'll give you a ride since it's on my way."

Cai Yi was quite enthusiastic.

Cai Yan also looked at Gu Huai and Lin Jiang, "Shall we go together? I'll give you a ride on the way."

Gu Huai thought this was a good idea. Although it seemed that his way to Cai Yan's house was not on the same route, and he didn't like to trouble others with their kindness, Lin Jiang was there after all, and getting the two of them home as soon as possible seemed to be the most important thing.

"or."

Just as Gu Huai turned to look at Lin Jiang, Lin Jiang smiled politely at Cai Yan and said...

"Thank you, but I don't want to trouble you. I live in a rather remote place, and it's not on my way, so I don't want to bother you."

Hmm? She refused instead.

Cai Yan frowned and looked at Lin Jiang, "It's not that troublesome, is it? Otherwise, are you just going to go back like this?"

"It's okay, Gu Huai will take me."

Lin Jiang blinked and said.

Cai Yan immediately realized what was happening. She glanced at Gu Huai, who was still oblivious to what was going on, and couldn't help but click her tongue. "Is he just going the same way as you? He has to go to work tomorrow too. By the time he takes you home, it will be so late?"

Lin Jiang blinked again, still innocent and naive, "Well, there's nothing I can do about it. You have an older brother who picks you up and drops you off, but I don't. So he has to take me. Otherwise, he wouldn't feel comfortable letting me go home alone, right?"

Gu Huai was inexplicably being stared at by two women again.

He felt that no matter how he answered, it would be a bit strange. No, why is it so difficult to go home?

Meeting Lin Jiang's gaze and Cai Yan's pressing question, Gu Huai said helplessly, "It's okay, I'll take her back, it's not far."

Cai Yan couldn't help but laugh.

"Okay, very good, then take care."

After saying that, Cai Yan didn't wait for Gu Huai's explanation. She turned around and walked towards Cai Yi's car, got in cleanly and neatly, and slammed the car door shut.

Cai Yi looked distressed. "I just got a new car! Oh well, I'll have to go now. Be careful!"

Cai Yi got into the car, and the brand-new Mercedes quickly disappeared from their sight.

Lin Jiang stood beside Gu Huai, looking quite satisfied. "Hmm, at least it's a bit quieter now."

Gu Huai looked at the other person with a hint of helplessness, "You two... shouldn't have any grudge against each other, right?"

Lin Jiang smiled and looked at Gu Huai, "What are you saying? Do you think I'm the kind of person who likes to make enemies?"

"Of course you don't just feel that the atmosphere is weird whenever you're around her."

Gu Huai put it very tactfully.

A woman as intelligent as Lin Jiang would surely understand Gu Huai's meaning. Did she understand? Of course she did. Not only did she understand, but she also countered Gu Huai's question in a remarkably subtle way.

Do you know a fairly common behavior in nature?

"what?"

"Male animals often fight to the death, but it's not mainly because of prey, do you know what it is?"

"Competing for mating rights."

Gu Huai said this almost subconsciously. He had been an avid viewer of the animal world since he was a child, so of course he knew this basic knowledge.

But what does this have to do with what I just said?
"You're right~ Competition is always purposeful, understand?"

"To be honest, I still don't quite understand."

"Well, there's nothing I can do about it then. I'll think about it slowly. I'm here in a taxi."

Lin Jiang, whose smile still reveals shallow dimples, has never seemed as innocent as she appears; this is something Gu Huai had known for a long time.

To be honest, he could understand it, but it just didn't feel quite real.

After all, is he really some kind of lucrative hidden gem?
According to the most popular saying online, Gu Huai, who was enjoying this kind of treatment, wanted to advise them: Why don't you eat something better?
Of course, even if that were the case, Gu Huai wouldn't be happy. He understood the pain of regret and loss better than anyone else.

The car quickly arrived in front of the two of them, and Gu Huai got in without any objection.

We drove toward where Lin Jiang lived.

Lin Jiang didn't specifically seek out Gu Huai to chat on the way. She had drunk quite a bit, and Gu Huai assumed she was just trying to sober up. It wasn't necessary to talk all the time.

Some people don't need to be interacted with; just having them around is a pleasure.

The delicate fragrance, the occasional glimpse of a profile face so close yet so close—these are all rare moments of beauty.

The night view outside and the flashing streetlights constantly intertwined on her face. Her slightly open eyes and the peaceful expression on her face were an indescribable scene.

This is actually why Gu Huai enjoys spending time with Lin Jiang.

There's no need to always have something to say; being quiet is also enjoyable, as if the passage of time doesn't matter at this moment.

But even the least important things will come to an end, and even the most reluctant farewells will reach their conclusion.

"We have arrived at our destination. Please get off from the right side."

"Are we there already?"

Gu Huai was a little surprised that it happened so quickly, and he was in a daze for a while. People who didn't know him would have thought it was a high-speed train.

Lin Jiang smiled at Gu Huai, who had spoken his mind, and said as she opened the car door, "If you're so reluctant to part with me, why don't you get out and walk around?"

Want to take a walk?

Where can you go after you've reached the entrance of the residential area? This seems like a problem, but as long as you keep moving forward, you can keep walking.

Gu Huai also got out of the car and looked at the residential area that was right in front of him.

He thought for a moment and said, "How about I not see you up? You should be able to get back by yourself."

After all, Lin Jiang seemed to be in good condition, so there was no need for me to do anything meaningless or offer unsolicited favors.

Lin Jiang stopped and turned around to look at Gu Huai with a slightly dissatisfied expression, her pink lips pouting slightly.

"How mean! They're not going to take me upstairs. Are they treating me differently just because I'm not your team leader Cai?"

The person has been gone for ten thousand years, how can you still bring up Cai Yan?

Gu Huai said with a laugh, "I've never even taken her home. What are you saying?"

"is it?"

She took two steps closer to herself.

Gu Huai watched the other person's actions with a strange sense of unease, a subconscious wariness creeping into his heart.

"Yes. What's wrong?"

The way she looked at him changed, becoming somewhat amused.

As she approached, that familiar scent enveloped her.

There was something I was very concerned about before. No, I should say I had to be concerned about it.

"Before? What happened?"

"Why did you take so long to go to the restroom? And why did you come back together?"

Weren't you singing at that time? How did you notice that?

Gu Huai immediately recalled the enchanting moment not long ago, and his gaze instinctively darted away.

"It's nothing, she just drank a bit too much. I noticed she was unsteady on her feet, so I waited for her outside the restroom for a bit."

"Liar."

"Ok?"

"Waiting for someone? Why do you have lipstick marks left by her on your collar?"

"How can it be!"

Could it be from a kiss? But she didn't kiss here!
Gu Huai quickly reached out to touch his collar, but when he pulled it open, he found that there was no lipstick mark at all.

Sensing something, Gu Huai looked up and found Lin Jiang already close to him, her eyes narrowed, her gaze gleaming with an all-knowing light.

"She really seems guilty."

As she spoke, she reached out and grabbed Gu Huai's collar, then leaned in and took a gentle sniff.

"There are indeed no lipstick marks, but why is her fragrance so strong?"

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(End of this chapter)