Proud senior schoolgirl was tender and sweet, we fell in love

Liu Ou didn't succeed in her seduction and, due to her shyness, ended up being carried into the house by Lin Yu.

Once inside, she lost her earlier bravado.

Instead, she was teased by Lin Yu. Stay tuned for updates on empire

Liu Ou couldn't handle it and sent him off to take a bath.

Lin Yu teased her on purpose, "How about taking a bath together?"

Then he was glared at by a huffy Liu Ou.

In the end, Lin Yu went in laughing.

When he came out, he saw Liu Ou on the phone, and as he sat down drying his hair, he realized she was talking to Luo Yanran.

He thought about it, and there really is a difference between men and women.

His relationship with Xie Xiao had been good for so many years, but because both of their jobs were busy, they rarely contacted each other frequently.

More often than not, it was the occasional phone call or more messages.

They simply didn't have that desire to share everything.

Seeing him come out, Liu Ou simply switched to speakerphone, and Xie Xiao's exasperated voice came through, "So our relationship has faded, huh? You didn't even tell me about such a big thing as going abroad?"

Lin Yu sighed, "Brother, I only confirmed the news today, was just filling out the form. I haven't had the chance to tell you yet. Besides, what if I don't end up going?"

From the other end came Luo Yanran's laughter and Xie Xiao's voice, "What are you doing, didn't you go to take a bath?"

"I just got out and happened to hear you talking smack about me," Lin Yu hummed.

Xie Xiao let out a sigh, "I didn't say that—I just mentioned that you don't tell me anything anymore..."

"When are you two coming back?"

"Probably during the National Day holidays..."

Eventually, the four of them chatted for over an hour.

That's what friends are like: busy with their own lives, yet always having endless conversations when they get together.

After hanging up the phone, Lin Yu began to ponder something.

Not long ago, Xie Xiao proposed to Sister Luo.

Since I'm leaving, should I propose before then?

But it felt like proposing now might seem a bit like trying to tie Liu Ou down...

However, Lin Yu quickly came to terms with the fact that he indeed wanted to tie Liu Ou down, hoping she would belong only to him.

So, the next day, Lin Yu found time to get in touch with Xie Xiao.

Xie Xiao was at the company, yes, back in the office again.

The reason was that recently, Qi Yan seemed to have been stimulated and started to go on blind dates frequently.

At such times, Xie Xiao couldn't slack off and had to go to the office.

Qi Yan went on a blind date today as well.

When Xie Xiao received Lin Yu's call, he was still complaining, "It's no use; the feelings really have faded. You're going abroad and I had to hear it from Sister Liu Ou; that proves we've drifted apart!"

Lin Yu was overwhelmed by this drama king before he could even speak and said with amusement, "Would you cut it out? I need to talk about something."

Xie Xiao uttered a long, "Oh," his tone drawn out, "I know. If it wasn't something important, would you even remember me?"

Lin Yu: …maybe I should just hang up; we can't have a normal conversation today.

Seeing him silent, Xie Xiao smiled satisfactorily and stopped his fuss, "Alright, enough joking around, what's up?"

He figured that Lin Yu's biggest worry about going abroad must be his grandmother. He immediately said, "Does your grandma know about you going abroad? Don't worry about her; we will definitely take care of her. Although Ranran and I live far away, my parents are there, so rest assured."

Lin Yu felt a warmth in his heart; Xie Xiao truly was a gentle person. It wasn't without reason that so many girls liked him...

While he was still touched, Xie Xiao continued with a chuckling tone, with a hint of jest, "As for Sister Liu Ou, I dare not claim I'll take care of her. But Ranran's there, so you just be at ease."

Lin Yu: Forget it, only those close to him know that sometimes Xie Xiao can be really annoying.

He sighed in exasperation, "Enough already."

He sighed softly, "With you here, I've never worried about these things; I know you do a lot."

This is from the bottom of my heart, "With you, I've always felt at ease, brother."

Xie Xiao was actually embarrassed by his seriousness to joke around, "Ahem, okay, no more cheesy talk, so what's the reason for your call?"

"I want to propose to Hai Ou." Lin Yu went straight to the point, "Aren't you more experienced with this?"

Xie Xiao: ...???

"Huh?"

Xie Xiao repeated, "Propose?"

Is that suitable?

Xie Xiao's temperament was somewhat different from Lin Yu's; he would ponder whether any changes could have occurred with either of them during these days apart?

It wasn't that he distrusted their feelings, but long-distance relationships are already difficult, let alone theirs being transnational?

Locking them down too soon seemed like it might not be good for either party.

But then Lin Yu hummed on the other end, "Just consider it a moment of selfishness on my part."

"Just consider it one act of selfishness on my part," Liu Ou whispered into the phone.

On the other end, Luo Yanran fell silent for a moment before finally sighing, "Anyway, I've said all I needed to say to you. If you're still set on this decision, then all I can do is wish you success."

Luo Yanran's tone carried a smile, "Your proposal to Lin Yu sounds really cool~"

She was serious as she always seemed to lack Hai Ou's courage.

She was the kind of girl who once decided, pressed on without looking back.

She appeared brave and confident.

Luo Yanran's voice became gentle, "Hai Ou, you will definitely succeed."

Liu Ou was currently outside the industrial park, sitting on a bench, holding a cup of lemon tea.

She looked toward the left front, in the direction of Lin Yu's school, her gaze tender and resolute, "Actually, I had my hesitations before. He's still young, with a bright future ahead. I wondered if I was doing this too soon."

"But then I figured it out, so what if his future is bright? I'm not a shadow, and I'm not lacking myself."

"Lin Yu is the sapling I've planted, and now he's slowly growing into a towering tree. How could I possibly content myself standing in his shadow, watching him shelter others from wind and rain? I just can't."

"Luoluo, I'm still too selfish, I can't be selfless."

"I can't let Lin Yu belong to someone else."

The most wonderful thing in the world is when two souls are in harmony.

Lin Yu and Liu Ou had never revealed even a hint to each other that they wanted to settle down.

But now, they were both thinking the same thing.

And calling Xie Xiao and Luo Yan was one seeking advice due to some nervousness, sharing with a best friend to alleviate the tightness in their heart.

As a result, it worked out very well.

Liu Ou left work on time and went home today.

But she knew Lin Yu would come back later.

So she had just enough time to prepare.

Liu Ou took out the ring she had bought long ago.

She bought the ring when she learned that Lin Yu might go abroad.

She hadn't planned for a big surprise; she just wanted to propose.

A grander celebration, perhaps, should come after his return from abroad.

No flowers, but candles should be prepared.

Relaxing music.

And she was preparing a rare Western-style dinner for the evening.

Because Liu Ou's steak was not bad.

She had just finished preparing everything when she heard the sound of the door opening.