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After a moment of contemplation, Zhu Suosuo suddenly had a flash of inspiration, and a sly smile appeared in her eyes.

She looked at Han Tao, half-jokingly and half-seriously, her tone carrying a hint of probing:

"Brother Han, now that you've said that, I'm really planning to move out and rent a place as soon as possible."

However, I have an idea, but I don't know if it's feasible? Your villa should be about the same size as the Nansun family's, right?

I remember there are five or six rooms in total, upstairs and downstairs. They're just sitting empty anyway, could you rent me one of them?

Seeing Han Tao looking at her with surprise, she quickly added a reason, her tone both sincere and playful:

"This way, I can be very close to Nansun and spend time with her anytime."

Secondly, whether I'm looking for a job or planning my future, I can easily consult you nearby without having to take a long detour.

I won't shortchange you on rent, and I can do all the housework—laundry, cooking, cleaning, and everything else is no problem!

Han Tao couldn't help but chuckle upon hearing this, and gently shook his head: "Suo Suo, it's not that I don't want to help you, it's just not appropriate."

This old house on Fuxing Road is indeed spacious, but I often stay up late preparing lessons and researching, so my schedule may not match yours, and living together will inevitably disturb each other.

Besides, we're both single, so it'll definitely be inconvenient, especially for your reputation. So you should look around first, and only talk to us if you really can't find anyone suitable.

"Okay, it was indeed my oversight." Zhu Suosuo sensibly didn't press the matter further, and simply nodded.

"I'll find a job first, and then slowly look for a suitable shared apartment after I've earned some money, trying to choose one that's closer to Nansun's house."

"It's good that you think that way." Han Tao nodded in approval and encouraged him.

"Things should be done step by step. First, find a job that you can stick to long-term. Once you're settled, then slowly choose a place to live. Everything should be done gradually."

A faint sense of disappointment welled up in Zhu Suosuo's heart, but she did not continue to express the intense feelings in her heart.

She also saw through Han Tao's personality; he wasn't the kind of person who would compromise just because he saw a pretty girl.

If you're too eager to show goodwill, it will only create distance between you and the other person. So, you quietly suppress your eagerness and put on a bright and cheerful smile again.

"Let's not talk about these troublesome things. Let me show you around the whole alley first."

She smoothly changed the subject, pointing to the winding alleyways extending deep into the lane:

"There are three old trees over a hundred years old growing together in front of us. At this time of year, neighbors would bring their small stools and gather under the trees to cool off and chat. Let me show you the authentic old Shanghai atmosphere."

"Okay, then I'll trouble you, Suo Suo!" Han Tao didn't refuse. He got up and threw the bread wrapper into the trash can, then walked slowly forward with her along the narrow alley.

Zhu Suosuo took the initiative to act as a guide, enthusiastically introducing the old stories of each household, her eyes regaining their lively and vibrant light.

Han Tao listened patiently to her rambling, occasionally chiming in with a few words, and occasionally commenting on the structure and history of the old Shikumen buildings.

This profound knowledge deepened Zhu Suosuo's admiration for him.

  

The two walked forward slowly, and the slight sense of loss they had felt earlier completely dissipated. Coupled with their heartfelt conversation, the distance between them actually shortened considerably.

When you reach the end of the alley, under the three large, leafy trees growing together, you will see groups of elderly people fanning themselves with palm-leaf fans and chatting casually.

Zhu Suosuo stopped and turned to look at Han Tao beside her, her eyes full of gratitude: "Brother Han, thank you so much for today."

Thank you for taking the time to listen to me recount the worries that have been bottled up inside me for over a decade, things I didn't know who to confide in.

She paused, her tone filled with an unprecedented certainty: "Most importantly, you enlightened me."

I used to be obsessed with marrying someone with good prospects. Only today did I realize that those were just excuses I used to avoid failure.

That won't happen again. I believe that as long as I don't give up, I'll eventually earn the stable life I want with my own hands.

"Understanding this is the best start."

Looking at the girl in front of him who had let down her guard and rediscovered her purpose, Han Tao felt even more favorably toward her.

Actually, when he watched the TV series before, he felt that although the character was materialistic, he was not annoying.

She never shied away from admitting her love of money, but she also had her bottom line. She never used her beauty to string any poor guy along and make him spend money on her.

Most importantly, she is very loyal. In the original storyline, when Ye Jinyan tried to get her to act as an informant and betray her boss Yang Ke, she refused outright, simply because of the so-called gratitude for his help.

Ultimately, who in this world doesn't think money is important? Especially those from poor families, who doesn't yearn to earn a lot of money?

Do not advise others to be kind if you have not experienced their suffering. Zhu Suosuo was raised by others since childhood. She was fostered by her uncle and aunt from the age of eight, and her father only sent money back regularly.

Her cousin, who lives with her but is not related by blood, likes her, but he is a mama's boy and listens to his mother in everything.

This also led Zhu Suosuo to want to move out as soon as possible, leave this so-called "home," and stop living a life where she could see the end from the beginning.

Seeing that he seemed lost in thought, Zhu Suosuo couldn't help but nudge him with her elbow and whispered, "Brother Han, what are you thinking about?"

"Nothing, just thinking about tomorrow's class." Han Tao said, taking out his phone and opening the WeChat QR code. "If you ever have any questions about things you can't decide, you can ask me on WeChat anytime."

If you encounter any confusion regarding life or work planning, feel free to talk to me anytime. I can help you analyze the pros and cons and offer some advice.

"Okay, I'll take that seriously. Just don't find me annoying, Brother Han!"

Zhu Suosuo nodded in agreement, and with a mixture of surprise and delight, she took out her phone to scan the QR code and add the friend. Looking at the newly added nickname in her contacts, she couldn't hide her joy.

Seeing that it was getting late, the two chatted for a few more minutes and then started walking back.

Zhu Suosuo would steal glances at the tall, composed figure beside her from time to time, secretly making up her mind:

"First, I can't rush to express my feelings directly, and I need to find a stable job as soon as possible."

Secondly, move out of your uncle's rented house as soon as possible and take the first step towards independence on your own.

Third, she should gradually calm herself down, interact with Han Tao as an equal and independent person, and wait for fate to unfold naturally, rather than becoming a woman dependent on someone else.

Han Tao escorted Zhu Suosuo all the way back to her uncle's building before saying goodbye and leaving, turning back to the alley where he had parked.

As he sat back in the car, the familiar system notification sounded in his mind as expected:

"Ding~ Congratulations, host, you have come into contact with the film and television character Zhu Suosuo and have successfully completed the check-in!"

System Rewards: 1. A sign-in gift pack containing 200 million yuan.

2. Unlock the auxiliary skill 'Emotional Contagion' (your behavior and emotional state can subtly influence individuals or groups around you).

Immediately afterwards, bank information also popped up:

Your ICBC savings card ending in 8753 received a cross-bank transfer of 200 million yuan from the Yew Tree Fund. Your current current account balance is 1163 million yuan.

Zhu Suosuo, who had already returned to her room, was quietly leaning against the window frame, watching Han Tao's car slowly drive away from the alleyway.

She was still clutching an oil paper bag in her hand, containing the leftover piece of old-fashioned bread that the two of them had eaten, which Han Tao had stuffed into her hand before leaving.

Opening the bag, a faint aroma of wheat wafted to her nose. In the bleak life she had lived under the roof of others for more than a decade, this was a rare moment of feeling the taste of "home".