CHAPTER 66: I WANT TO GET TO KNOW YOU

Sheng Yi doesn’t have much contact with these circles; she only occasionally hears others mention the Quan Family of Yanjing.

Gu Yuan paused her action, looked up at Sheng Yi, and replied, "It’s not just a rumor."

After answering, Gu Yuan continued to pick weeds.

Sheng Yi raised her hand to touch the back of her head, "I guess I still have so much to learn."

...

Lunchtime wasn’t ready yet, and Lin Xijiang was busy in the kitchen.

Upon hearing that Gu Yuan was leaving, Lin Xijiang dropped the scallions and garlic in his hands and rushed out, "Yanyan, lunch is almost ready. Why don’t you stay and eat before you go?"

Gu Yuan had already packed her vegetables. She carried the bag and politely declined Lin Xijiang’s offer, "I have to go to the city for something. You all enjoy the meal and have fun."

Seeing that Gu Yuan was about to leave, Lin Xijiang felt downcast and decided to follow her out, "Let me see you off."

Gu Yuan did not refuse Lin Xijiang’s offer.

She understood his intentions very well.

As Gu Yuan and Lin Xijiang were leaving the inn, Chi Yu slowly followed, gently pushing aside the photographer’s camera.

Along the path resembling chicken feet.

Lin Xijiang tried all sorts of topics to strike a conversation with Gu Yuan, but it was quite awkward. Gu Yuan responded now and then, maintaining a balanced pace.

At the bridge entering the village, a black business car was parked.

But when they were still about a hundred meters away from the bridge, Gu Yuan sent Lin Xijiang back, "Let’s stop here. The car picking me up is just ahead. You all still have a show to record, so there’s no need to trouble yourself."

Lin Xijiang said, "It’s no trouble, just a few more steps."

Ancient Water Village isn’t very big; a few steps and they would be there in no time.

Seeing Gu Yuan reach out for the bag, Lin Xijiang didn’t insist, lest he became annoying. But before handing it over, he asked, "When will you come back to the inn?"

Gu Yuan: "In a while, things in the city have me tied up."

Lin Xijiang thought that since Yanyan was running an inn in the countryside, the city’s matters probably weren’t work-related. Perhaps she needed to visit her family.

"Take care on the road," Lin Xijiang advised.

He handed the bag of vegetables back to Gu Yuan, his biceps bulging slightly as he extended his arm, exuding a strong masculine aura. To a girl, this scene was full of a boyfriend-like sense of security.

Not to mention, Lin Xijiang was a film star.

He might not have the youthful charisma of today’s heartthrobs, but he possessed a mature charm they lack.

"Yanyan," Lin Xijiang called softly, then asked, "Can I... have your contact information?"

Lin Xijiang finally voiced the thought he had been pondering for a while.

He had encountered countless women on the large screens of the entertainment industry, every type imaginable, but never one like Yanyan, who could captivate him at first glance.

"I know this may be a bit abrupt, but I’m serious about this; I’d like to get to know you," Lin Xijiang said with genuine sincerity.

He waited anxiously for Gu Yuan’s response.

Gu Yuan pressed her lips together, looking elsewhere. After a moment, she replied to Lin Xijiang, "Love at first sight?"

Yes.

But Lin Xijiang dared not admit it.

For, in the adult world, love at first sight is often mere physical attraction. Lin Xijiang thought he might be one of those who fall into that cliché, yet what prevailed was a deep emotional stirring.

He wanted to follow his heart and give it a try.

’Woof woof woof-’

’Woof woof woof woof-’

Suddenly, the sound of a dog barking erupted.