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Chapter 64 I Hope You're Happy (Bonus Chapter, Please Vote!)
Gu Huai turned his head. "What's wrong? What happened?"

She immediately shook her head and said with a smile, "It's nothing."

After saying that, he immediately started the engine and stepped on the gas.

She skillfully drove the car away from the company entrance, and after driving a short distance, she seemed to be talking to herself.

Has no one at the company said you've changed a lot lately?

Gu Huai looked ahead, not because he had any prejudice against female drivers, but because he didn't know where to look. If he could, he would naturally like to stare at Lin Jiang, but that would be too obsessive.

"No, why do you say that?"

Lin Jiang, who was also focused on the road ahead, chuckled softly, "It's nothing, I just think that Brother Gu Huai might be very popular lately."

"Stop joking with me. No matter how popular you are, can you be more popular than me?"

"If I'm popular, why do you still ignore me and I have to ask you out for meals?"

She said it without any hesitation, and Gu Huai really didn't know how to respond.

What do you mean? Does it mean you're too afraid to ask someone out? Is it because you lack confidence and therefore don't have the courage, afraid of being rejected and therefore don't dare to even start?

So he could only come up with a lame excuse, "I was just worried you were too busy."

"I'm busy too~"

"Why are you being so sarcastic?"

"hey-hey."

With the weather turning cooler, Lin Jiang wore a few more layers. It was a different outfit than last time.

High-waisted jeans paired with a slightly fitted short-sleeved T-shirt created a very flattering look. Her long, curly hair cascaded down her shoulders, exuding the scent of shampoo.

Upon arrival at our destination, we found ourselves near the China World Trade Center Plaza.

This used to be the most prosperous area in the provincial capital. Of course, it's not anymore, but it hasn't fallen into decline either. Compared to the newly developed IFC area, it's a good place with affordable prices.

Since she suddenly appeared downstairs, Gu Huai naturally didn't have time to make any prior reservations.

Fortunately, this young woman never made herself feel embarrassed; she had already chosen a place in advance, so there was no need to queue.

It's a Chinese restaurant that's not luxuriously decorated, but very clean, and not overflowing with customers.

After glancing at the prices, Gu Huai could only say that Lin Jiang was incredibly kind, making choices entirely to accommodate his salary level. She was clearly afraid he would spend too much.

After all, it was my turn to treat. If she pays the bill, it's at a Western restaurant where the menu has to be translated into both Chinese and English, while if I treat, it's at a simple restaurant where the menu is wrinkled.

Gu Huai felt a little embarrassed and couldn't ignore it.

"Why did we choose this place? There must be better restaurants, right?"

Lin Jiang blinked. "Isn't this place good? I ate here once, and it was really delicious, but I haven't had a chance to eat here again since."

Gu Huai shook his head. "That's not what I meant. Last time you spent money at a place like that, you felt this place was a bit too simple."

"It's okay, just treat me to a movie after we eat, that should be enough."

"What movie is so expensive? Are we still going to see a movie?"

Gu Huai was taken aback. It seemed like this hadn't been discussed beforehand. Although it was indeed something he owed, shouldn't it be repaid in installments?

Lin Jiang frowned slightly. "Are you very busy? Or do you have something to do tonight? Or is it embarrassing to go to the movies with me?"

"I didn't mean that at all. I just thought we'd have to go see a movie next time."

"It's okay, there's always a next time."

"what?"

"Oh, do you want some water? Let me get you some!"

Seeing how quickly the other person changed the subject, Gu Huai felt that he hadn't misheard. However, this might also be one of the other person's little tricks, deliberately letting him hear it and then pretending that it was an accidental remark from the heart.

That's still a bit high-end.

The goblin, who had finally escaped the cave, had accidentally stumbled into a high-level game.

When the food was served, it looked quite good, judging from the aroma and appearance. It tasted very fresh and had a very authentic flavor.

Once the food was served, the conversation flowed much more naturally. They talked about their recent situations. Gu Huai didn't actually want to talk about work, but somehow the conversation ended up focusing almost entirely on himself.

Hearing that Gu Huai's work wasn't going well lately, Lin Jiang would comfort him, "These things can't be rushed, and besides, we already have backup plans, right? Maybe they'll work well. Don't be so pessimistic~"

Gu Huai had always believed that comforting others was useless and couldn't solve any real problems. But when he saw Lin Jiang's dimples as she smiled and heard her voice, all his anxieties seemed to crumble easily.

All I can say is that the ice staff crocodile was right. After finishing our meal, we still had a while before the movie started, so we strolled around the nearby streets.

He rarely takes a walk alone, let alone stroll through the streets with a woman like this, but it's hard to say whether Gu Huai felt nervous at all.

He was incredibly relaxed; the cool breeze and the surrounding fragrance felt like an unreal dream.

There were all sorts of helium balloons for sale by the roadside. Lin Jiang seemed very interested and went over to them, smiling as she turned back to ask Gu Huai, "Which one do you like?"

Gu Huai looked at her amusedly, "How old are you to still like this?"

Lin Jiang pouted in dissatisfaction, "What, do you think I'm too old?"

"I said I'm old." It seems that one should not touch on the issue of age with any woman, and I easily made a mistake due to my lack of experience.

But before Gu Huai could even reflect on his actions, Lin Jiang smiled and said to the vendor holding a bunch of helium balloons, "Give me this milk dragon one!"

"okay."

She paid naturally, then took the baby dragon balloon, and said to Gu Huai, "Stretch out your hand."

"Ok?"

Gu Huai didn't understand why, but he still reached out his hand.

Then, Lin Jiang tied the other end of the balloon to her wrist.

After finishing, she looked at Gu Huai with satisfaction, "So cute~"

"No, is it too much for an old man like me to act cute like this?"

"Who said you're an old man? You're so cute."

Gu Huai felt helpless, but looking at the other person's carefree smile, he couldn't bring himself to spoil the mood, especially when he thought of Lin Jiang, the girl trembling by the lake.

He really felt sorry for Lin Jiang. How much effort, how much time, and how many times did she have to comfort and persuade herself to become the almost flawless Lin Jiang she is now?

He couldn't help but ask.

"Lin Jiang".

"Ok?"

The woman beside him turned around and looked at Gu Huai, puzzled. "What's wrong?"

Some of the things we say do sound sentimental, after all, life isn't a movie or TV show, and it's not suitable for so many sentimental lines.

But he said softly, "I am the one who makes the decisions about my life."

Why do I never see you sad or angry? Are you always this happy?

Lin Jiang smiled and shook her head, "No, it's not that~ Maybe it's because you happened to be here? I felt strangely good, inexplicably good."

It takes a lot of willpower to suppress the impact of those words.

We can't let the guests take the lead.

Gu Huai took a deep breath. "There must be times when you're sad and upset, right?"

"Of course, I'm not stupid. Only a fool would be carefree, right?"

"wait for me."

he said suddenly.

Lin Jiang looked at the man with a milk dragon balloon tied to his hand strangely and ran across the street.

Crossing the road and traffic.

Then a man who looked flustered and disheveled ran across the street, looking at the cars as he went. He was almost startled by Hakimi, who suddenly jumped out of the middle of the road.

These scenes made Lin Jiang want to laugh. He was so stupid, but it seemed that being a little stupid was more like Gu Huai.

He rushed up to her, and she awkwardly pulled open her coat, revealing a bouquet of pink roses inside.

Her smile froze, and she stared blankly at the man in front of her who was almost thirty and still seemed so clumsy.

He held up the bouquet to himself and spoke in a somewhat hoarse voice.

"Um... you gave me balloons, so I'll give you flowers. Uh... I'm not good with words, I don't know how to say it, but I hope you'll always be happy."

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(End of this chapter)