Chapter 153 - 152: He has been avoiding me lately.

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Chapter 153: 152: He has been avoiding me lately. "No." Yu Zhi withdrew her hand, burying herself in the man’s neck, and lightly bit his shoulder as a form of punishment. Shi Weiqing’s eyes turned dim the moment she denied it, and he immediately wrapped his arm around the girl’s waist, pulling her tightly into his embrace. "Did you change your mind?" The man’s deep voice turned much colder, carrying an oppressive and dark aura that swept over her. Yu Zhi didn’t notice his mood change, she wrapped her arms around his neck and muttered softly, "We have to wait until we’re married to call you that." "I thought you changed your mind." Shi Weiqing breathed a sigh of relief, and with just her one sentence, the oppressive air around him dissipated entirely. Ever since he met her, all his emotions seemed to be tethered to this little figure in his arms. No matter happiness or not, all were for her. "Change my mind on what?" The girl looked up at him with a trace of confusion in her eyes. Shi Weiqing gazed into her pupils, his fingertips caressing her nose tip and cheeks, each touch carrying a tender gentleness. He smiled, "Nothing." No matter if the little girl ever regrets being with him in the future, he wouldn’t easily let go of her hand. Even till death, he wouldn’t. ** On the shore of Ziyan Lake, three cedar houses crafted into boats were docked, carved with intricate patterns, appearing ancient and elegant. Each time someone boarded, the peaceful lake would ripple with beams of light, shining brilliantly under the warm sun. Yu Zhi had just set one foot on the boat when she received a call from Ruan Yuan stating she had arrived. She turned to the others and said a word, then waited with Shi Weiqing by the lakeside. "Is it the older sister?" Jin Yunzhi leaned on his knee with one hand, cheek propped, looking at her with curiosity. Hearing this, Xu Linchuan perked up too. He cleared his throat, maintaining a composed and mature demeanor, "Your friend, what kind of lady is she?" Xu Fan: "..." He abruptly knocked the fool’s head, frowning with disdain, "Speak properly." "Xu Fan, you’re too much." Xu Linchuan nudged his shoulder with his elbow, then lifted his chin slightly towards the small path ahead, "Remember to save my face in front of that lady later." He had been single for so long, and finally met a lady to hang out with. He had to seize this chance to impress her. "Brother Fan, don’t mind him." Jin Yunzhi looped her arm through Xu Fan’s, leading him to sit elsewhere, whispering a secret in his ear. "Hey! What are you two whispering about behind my back?" Xu Linchuan saw them laughing happily and stood up immediately, ready to join in and eavesdrop. But before he could get close, Xu Fan’s words ’she’s here’ turned him back, resuming his composed posture. "Little Zhi." Ruan Yuan waved enthusiastically at the girl in the distance and jogged over. Today, she wore a knitted sweater paired with jeans and sneakers, her long hair tied high at the back of her head, revealing a beautiful face that still exuded a youthful vibe. Yu Zhi glanced behind her, elegantly raising her brow, "Where’s Shi Yin?" "He’s been avoiding me lately." Ruan Yuan shrugged, sighing helplessly, "He probably doesn’t even know I’m coming." Ever since she kissed Shi Yin last time, he had been avoiding her. If it weren’t for them being in the same company, they wouldn’t even see each other. Yu Zhi glanced at the man beside her, signaling with her eyes for him to make a call and then took Ruan Yuan’s arm as they boarded the boat. She introduced everyone, and soon, the outgoing and charismatic Ruan Yuan blended in with them. "Hey? Why aren’t we setting sail yet?" Jin Yunzhi, clutching his snacks, looked puzzlingly towards the bow. Just as he craned his neck, out of the corner of his eye, he caught sight of an extremely familiar figure. Jin Yunzhi blinked twice, incredulously pointing outside, "Is that... Brother Yin?" This remark plunged the boat into silence momentarily, and then everyone turned to look outside. Not just Shi Yin himself, but even his name, they hadn’t heard in ages. Ever since the incident during their teenage years, Shi Weiqing went abroad, and Shi Yin went to a closed-off school, no longer playing together with them. Even though they still kept in contact, exchanging blessings during holidays and chatting when met, they had never gathered face to face completely. Yu Zhi noticed their surprised and complex gazes, lightly pursing her lips and looking at the man sitting beside her. Scenes flashed through her mind about mentioning Shi Yin to him and the moments when they met. Suddenly, she realized she might have overlooked something. "Shi Weiqing." The girl’s clear voice sounded beside his ear, pulling him out of his daze. Just as he was about to inquire, a soft figure threw itself into his arms. "What’s wrong?" Shi Weiqing gently pushed a strand of hair away from the girl’s temple, his voice tender like the sun in winter, making one feel captivated. The girl shook her head, leaning against his chest, softly like she was acting spoiled, "My waist feels a bit sore." She didn’t know what to say, nor could she ask him anything in front of so many people, so she randomly found an excuse. "Does it hurt badly?" Shi Weiqing’s eyes flashed with worry, and he straightforwardly pulled the girl onto his lap, to massage her easily. "It’s not too bad." The girl gripped his shirt hem, her gaze unintentionally fixed on the figure approaching. Shi Yin paused momentarily by the lake, took a deep breath, and with a sense of calm, began walking under countless gazes. He sat across from the man, silently making eye contact for two seconds, then smiled at the others, "Long time no see." "It has been quite a while." Xu Fan discreetly looked at the man focused on massaging the girl’s waist, chatting warmly, "Is the company keeping you busy lately?" "Yeah, I just took on a new project." "......" As they exchanged pleasantries, the boat gradually drifted away from the shore, bringing along a fresh breeze caressing over them. The middle-aged man sitting at the bow held the round end of the oar, gently stirring the calm lake surface. The flowing water’s sound blended with the parrot on his shoulder, creating a beautiful melody onboard. "Look over there!" Jin Yunzhi stood up with a whoosh, his shout interrupting their conversation. His eyes sparkled as he pointed at the waterfall enveloped by mist across the emerald mountains, sighing with admiration, "How beautiful!"

Chapter 153 - 152: He has been avoiding me lately.

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