Chapter 1906: Leaving in a Huff (1)
Translator: EndlessFantasy Translation Editor: EndlessFantasy Translation
After meeting Dongfang Shuman, the relationship between Qi Lei and Dongfang Liuyun seemed to have become a little more harmonious. Perhaps it was because this knot in their hearts had been opened, and the two of them got along more naturally than before.
Song Siting was the same. Ever since Dongfang Liuyun showed her those doc.u.ments that night, she could clearly feel that she seemed to have become much more reserved and calm, over the past few days, she had already gotten her a.s.sistant to arrange the matters of the firm. She could be considered to have left the industry and did not personally handle many important cases.
Dongfang Liuyun returned to Tanshan Villa area to check on Song Siting. The results of the reexamination were out. Dongfang Liuyun heaved a sigh of relief when she heard that she had recovered well.
She had stayed at Tanshan Villa area for the past two days. Qi Lei was very busy and had gone to City C on a business trip. It was very boring for Dongfang Liuyun to stay home alone, so she simply returned to Tanshan Villa area.
On this day, Dongfang Liuyun got off work late as usual. She wanted to buy some supper and rush back to Tanshan Villa area. Unexpectedly, when she had just left the company to find her car, she met Lan Xiu who had been waiting for a long time.
Lan Xiu sat in the driver’s seat, rolled down the car window, and waved at Dongfang Liuyun.
Dongfang Liuyun frowned, thought for a moment, and then walked over.
“Get in the car, have a few drinks with me,” Lan Xiu said in a low voice.
Dongfang Liuyun did as she was told, and sat in the front pa.s.senger seat.
The two did not go to any high-end restaurant. Instead, they went to the food stall next to Debao House, which Dongfang Liuyun often went to, where there were three trees.
They ordered two dozen cold beers and some side dishes to go with the wine.
The two of them poured themselves a gla.s.s of wine and downed it.
“It’s been a while since we’ve gathered together like this. You’ve been looking good recently, so you must be doing pretty well. I heard that Grandmother has met Qi Lei. She must be very satisfied, right?” Lan Xiu spoke with concern as he poured Dongfang Liuyun a gla.s.s of wine.
“There’s nothing I can do if she’s not satisfied. After all, things are already like this. You, on the other hand, don’t seem to be in a good state. Don’t worry too much about Mr. Ge’s matter. I’ll take care of it.”
Dongfang Liuyun frowned and took a sip of wine as she said calmly.
“I know that you’ve been worrying yourself over Mr. Ge’s matter recently. Don’t worry, I’ve decided to give up on this plan. If we withdraw now, even though we’ll suffer some losses, it’s still better than getting stuck later.”
As Lan Xiu said this, he took a deep breath and paused. “I’ve thought about it. Even if we withdraw now, we won’t lose too much in the end. We can look for other partners that we’ve talked about better before.”
“But if we withdraw now, those partners will take the opportunity to suppress us. We’ve made too many preparations and poured too much effort into the cooperation between our two companies. I don’t want to give up.”
“This happens all the time when it comes to doing business, it’s not that bad.”
Lan Xiu was rather at ease about it.
“I’m really not convinced for us to have been stuck here. Let’s think of a way first. At the same time, we’ll also see if there are any other suitable companies. It’s good to make some preparations in advance.”
Dongfang Liuyun raised her hand and rubbed the s.p.a.ce between her brows, “Qi Lei did find Mr. Ge’s information and address for me before. I’ve also called him, but he didn’t pick up. This matter is clearly meant to be left unattended. This project is being delayed. It’s not good for our reputation either. We’ll also the main party taking responsibility.”
“You went to look for Ah Ye?”
Speaking of this, Lan Xiu suddenly could not help but ask.
Hearing this, Dongfang Liuyun paused for a moment and did not try to hide it. “Didn’t you say that sooner or later, we’d have to meet?”
“Yes, he’s much more haggard than before. Every time I look at him, I can’t bear to see him. Lan Qi’s matter has long pa.s.sed. I know Ah Ye very well. If he wasn’t faced with a tough problem back then, I believe that he wouldn’t have given up on Lan Qi. You have the same character as him. When you encounter things, you’re probably not the kind of person who would try to explain it. But usually, people like that suffer themselves. Do you understand?”
“Even if there was a problem, it still so close yet so far apart. I’m a little resigned to my fate. I’ve been wandering around these past few years. I’m very clear about my own path and the life I’ve been looking forward to. I’ve never dared to think about it. But now, at least I’m satisfied with the current situation. If all of you really want to hear that answer, then I have to admit that I’ve fallen in love with him.”
When Dongfang Liuyun said this, Lan Xiu was stunned for a moment, but he did not find it strange at all. It was as if he also knew that it was only a matter of time.
“When you told me that such a day would come, I never doubted it. I also told you that I always thought that you would choose between me, Fujiwara, or Lan Qi in the future. But I never thought that it would be beyond us.”
When Lan Xiu said this, his tone naturally carried some lament.
“I used to think that I understood you. I also felt that Qi lei might not have the qualifications to match you with any of us. After all, Qi Lei’s name was just for show. To be honest, I was really unconvinced at that time. However, after seeing your change, I have to admit that Qi Lei is indeed stronger than us. At least he can make you happy and take on everything for you.”
At this moment, Lan Xiu did not have any prejudice against Qi Lei. From the looks of it, Dongfang Liuyun would never belong to him, Lan Xiu. As long as she was happy, he was willing to fulfill her wish.
Dongfang Liuyun lowered her eyes and thought for a moment before saying, “Thank you, Lan Xiu. All these years, if it weren’t for you, I would have been very lonely. I cherish our friendship. No matter what, I hope that we can find a place in each other’s hearts to hold our friendship. In my eyes, love is not the only thing that is so important. At any time, I would also go through fire and water for you, my good friend.”
“With those words of yours, I’m satisfied. Come, let’s have a drink.”
Lan Xiu raised his gla.s.s to her, and Dongfang Liuyun nodded with a smile. “We’ve known each other for more than twenty years, and it’s impossible for me to forget my friends. You’re the most colorful stroke of my life.”
Her relieved smile was apologetic, and it was reflected in his eyes. Lan Xiu suddenly understood that perhaps all of these decisions were worth it.
Why had he been thinking about her all these years? Why had he been so careful all these years, afraid that he would disturb her? Every night, in the dead of night, he would be heartbroken by the feeling of missing her…
That was because he had loved her so deeply…