After three years of misplaced affection, Mrs. Yu is no longer willing to pretend to be obedient.

For some reason, Jane Ailing has been having a strange feeling lately.

The living room connects to the balcony with a glass sliding door, creating a large floor-to-ceiling window. This design allows for excellent natural light, which she actually quite likes. On evenings when she doesn't need to work, Jian Ailing sits by the glass door doing yoga or other simple exercises, relaxing while exercising.

But lately, she's been feeling a bit uneasy when exercising.

She couldn't quite put her finger on why, but it was as if she vaguely sensed that someone was watching her. The sight of a keen gaze fixed on her always made her feel uneasy.

Once, after finishing her exercise, Jane Eyling went out onto the balcony to look around.

She currently lives on the 12th floor. There is only one building opposite hers, and other buildings of similar height are not in this community. They are far apart, so she cannot see the other buildings clearly, and the people in the other buildings cannot see her clearly either.

If her strange feeling is correct, then the only thing she can see is the building across the street.

Jane looked at the building across the street. There was nothing unusual about it from any angle. She could clearly see the balconies of other people's homes and didn't notice anything suspicious or perverted peeping.

The house directly opposite hers was the only one that looked like a dark mirror during the day, making it impossible to see inside. At night, it looked like it was through frosted glass, with only a faint, dim light shining through, making it virtually impossible to discern the house or its layout.

The lighting is so dim that it doesn't look like a child lives inside.

I guess the family in the building across the street probably sold their house immediately.

If that's the case, then the new buyer moved in incredibly fast! It seems like it only took about a week from renovation to moving in.

I don't know if this feeling of unease is related to the interior design style of the apartment across the street.

Jane Ailing secretly prayed that a pervert wouldn't move into the building across the street, while quietly drawing the sheer curtains.

The phone on the table suddenly vibrated. She picked it up and saw that it was a call from Zhu Yan.

"Yan Yan, what's up so late?" Jian Ailing answered the phone.

"Lingling, it just feels like it's been so long since we last saw each other. I've been quite busy lately and haven't had much time to check on you. You won't be upset with me, will you?"

"What nonsense are you talking about?" Jane Ailing was amused by her. "You're my landlady now, how could I blame you? I know you've been inseparable from Ah Li lately, so I'd better not come and be a third wheel."

"Hehe..." Zhu Yan quickly changed the subject, "I just came to check on you. Are you settling in well? Have you encountered any problems adjusting?"

"It's alright. I've been getting along well with my neighbors lately, and I often go over next door to eat and drink for free. But..." As she spoke, Jane glanced out the window out of the corner of her eye and remembered that strange feeling again.

"What happened?" Zhu Yan's voice suddenly became tense.

"It's nothing. It's just that it seems like a new resident moved into the apartment across from mine. Their apartment is decorated in a very private style; it's all dark from the outside, and you can't see anything clearly. I have no idea who they are."

Jane Ailing hesitated for a moment, not wanting to voice the feeling of being spied on. She felt uneasy making baseless accusations. She also worried that Zhu Yan might misunderstand and think she was criticizing her house.

"Oh..." Unexpectedly, the person on the other end of the phone was silent for a long time. "The residents of the building across the street, I'm not too sure about that either. If you're talking about our building, I can ask around in the owners' group."

"It's nothing, no need to ask. It's just that some weird residents moved in across the street, it won't affect me anyway."

"Okay, it's good that you're alright." Zhu Yan's voice sounded more reassured. "If you feel uncomfortable in any way, just let me know."

"Okay. Tomorrow's the weekend, don't you have a date with Ali?"

"Hehe, of course I'll take that! Okay, okay, I'm going to put on a face mask and get some beauty sleep now. You should get some rest too!"

The next day, Jian Ailing woke up groggily, picked up her phone from the bedside table and scrolled through it, only to see a message from Zhou Ze'an.

[Zhou Ze'an]: Ai Ling, your family has something for you. Jensen asked me to bring it over.

[Zhou Zean]: When is it convenient for you? I'll bring it over.

[Jane Ailing]: Oh, I'm free today.

[Jane Ailing]: I'll come and get it, you don't need to run around.

[Zhou Zean]: It's okay, I have a car, so it's more convenient for me to come over.

He's right.

[Jane Ailing]: Okay, Brother Zean, I'll be waiting for you at home.

After sending the message, Jian Ailing put down her phone and immediately got out of bed.

Although Zhou Ze'an didn't mind, and the two of them did live quite close to each other, it didn't mean he could take it for granted that he could order people around and have them drive him home every now and then or run errands for them.

Jane thought for a moment, considering whether she should treat him to a meal or give him something as a gift.

Zhou Ze'an called very quickly.

"Brother Ze'an, wait for me at the door, I'll be right down."

"Can't you just let me in?"

"What?"

"I said I could drive right into the parking lot and take the stuff to your house."

"but……"

"What, aren't you welcoming me?" Zhou Ze'an's voice carried a hint of amusement.

"No, not really. If you'd like to come, feel free to come up and sit for a bit." Jian Ailing glanced at her place. "It's just that the place is a bit messy; I haven't tidied it up much yet."

"What does it matter? It's not like I haven't seen your messy room before."

"..."

"Then I'll just drive my car in. Which building do you live in?"

"I live in Cuishan Building. Look for the road signs, I'll come downstairs to meet you."

Jane Ailing stood by the access control and watched Zhou Ze'an appear in front of her with large and small bags.

"These... were all brought by my brother?" She glanced at them; they appeared to be some food and some supplements.

"I went to your house for dinner yesterday. Your aunt said she wanted to give you some things so you could take them next time you come home for dinner." Zhou Ze'an followed her through the gate. "I saw you don't have a car, so it must be inconvenient for you to carry so many things. I just said I brought them for you."

"But they don't know we live so close now..." Jane led him into the elevator. "Did you tell them?"

"No, I just said I'd see you today, so I brought it over for you."

"Thank you for your hard work, Brother Ze'an."

He was as considerate as ever.

Jane Ailing led Zhou Ze'an into her home. "I didn't know you were coming. The house was a mess, and I hadn't had time to tidy it up."

"Really?" Zhou Zean smiled as he placed the things on the dining table, then turned around to look at her house more closely. "I think it's quite tidy."

"Brother Ze'an, I was just about to cook something. Would you like to stay for a meal?" Jian Ailing opened the refrigerator, looked at the vegetables and meat inside, and thought it should be enough for two people. "It's almost noon anyway."

"Is that alright?" A flicker of surprise flashed in his dark eyes, and Zhou Ze'an smiled. "Ailing, I've never had your cooking before."

"I don't think I've cooked for anyone else, except my neighbor," Jane said as she walked into the kitchen. "Wait outside for a bit, I'll cook quickly."

"Okay." Zhou Zean watched her walk into the kitchen, then turned around, pushed open the glass door, and walked out onto the balcony.

Looking out, he could immediately spot the dark house across the street. The surrounding houses were all bright and full of life and family atmosphere, but this one across the street was deep and mysterious, looking deserted and lacking in human warmth, standing out very conspicuously among the houses.

I don't know why, but it gives me the creeps.