Xiao Lanlan's newly rented place.
It was located in a bustling area of Jing'an District.
A two-story high-end apartment.
The environment was much better than before, especially the security.
At the same time... the price was also quite expensive.
A monthly rent of fifteen thousand was enough to make many people balk.
Zhou Xing drove the car straight into the residential complex and parked downstairs.
He took the elevator to the 16th floor.
The door had a fingerprint and passcode lock, and Xiao Lanlan had told Zhou Xing the passcode immediately.
Entering the passcode!
The door opened.
At the door, Xiao Lanlan, who was already dressed and ready to head out for work, looked at Zhou Xing with some surprise: "dear, why are you here?"
Zhou Xing wrapped his arm around Xiao Lanlan's waist: "To see you."
"But... I have to go to work."
Xiao Lanlan glanced at the time; it was nearly nine o'clock: "Why didn't you tell me in advance?"
"Take the day off today."
Zhou Xing didn't give Xiao Lanlan any chance to object, speaking overbearingly.
Then he led Xiao Lanlan toward the bedroom.
Morning.
It was a good time for exercise.
Two hours later.
Xiao Lanlan was gasping for fresh air, her body drenched in sweat, without even the strength to move a finger.
Out of practice as she was, it was indeed difficult for her to keep up with Zhou Xing's pace: "dear, let me go, let me rest for a while. I really can't exercise anymore."
After resting for a long while, she felt her body regain a bit of strength.
"How can you be like this? I clearly had to work, yet you just had to come early in the morning."
Xiao Lanlan lay on Zhou Xing, her eyes full of resentment.
"Isn't morning exercise good?"
Zhou Xing asked back with a smile.
"But even so, I can't handle you exercising constantly."
Xiao Lanlan said, "What if over-exercising causes health problems?"
"Are you questioning me?"
Zhou Xing immediately flipped over: "It seems I need to give you another private coaching session."
"dear, I was wrong. I shouldn't have questioned you."
Xiao Lanlan admitted her mistake on the spot and hurriedly changed the subject: "It's almost noon now. Are you hungry? I bought a lot of ingredients, and I have cooking utensils. How about I make lunch for you?"
"You know how to cook?"
Zhou Xing raised an eyebrow, somewhat surprised: "How come I didn't know?"
"There's a lot you don't know."
Xiao Lanlan winked playfully, then went into the bathroom to wash up briefly.
After coming out dressed, she tied her apron while walking toward the kitchen: "The ingredients in my fridge are quite ordinary. I don't know if you'll be used to them."
"I'll only know after I've tasted it."
...To Zhou Xing's surprise, Xiao Lanlan's cooking was much better than expected.
Even ordinary dishes were made very delicious.
It gave Zhou Xing a great appetite, and he feasted heartily.
After eating and drinking his fill.
For a moment, Zhou Xing didn't want to leave.
He decided right then to stay here for a few days.
As for the hotel... he'd ignore it for now.
Holding Xiao Lanlan and sitting on the living room sofa, Zhou Xing was thinking.
It seemed he needed to buy a house for himself.
He couldn't possibly live only in the university dormitory for four years.
However... buying just one didn't seem like enough.
An Ya, Luo Qianqian, and the Xiao Lanlan before him.
At least three sets were needed.
Zhou Xing didn't mind; if he had time, he'd just buy a few more.
After all, buying houses in Shanghai would only appreciate in value without any losses.
In 2016, housing prices in Shanghai weren't that exaggerated yet.
It was the perfect time to buy... A week passed in the blink of an eye.
Zhou Xing had stayed at Xiao Lanlan's place for a full seven days.
He occasionally went back to the hotel to check.
During this time, An Ya and Luo Qianqian also flew back once.
It's just that their break was shorter this time; the company only gave them one night of rest.
After a short rest.
They needed to fly back again.
This made Zhou Xing feel a bit regretful.
However, after not seeing Zhou Xing for a week, An Ya's longing was palpable.
Usually shy and timid, she appeared exceptionally proactive.
Under Zhou Xing's persuasion, she actually agreed to demonstrate the musical instrument performance she had recently learned.
After An Ya fell asleep, Zhou Xing rushed to Luo Qianqian's room without stopping.
While lamenting how hard-working and busy he was, Zhou Xing also enjoyed it.
After they left, Zhou Xing's life became a bit dull again... and so it went.
Another three days passed.
There was still no sign of Chang Wenyu contacting Zhou Xing.
Ever since they met at the bar and added each other's contact info, there had been no further communication between them.
This made Zhou Xing feel puzzled.
Could it be that he had guessed wrong?
More than ten days had already passed.
Seeing that he was about to fly back to Jiangcheng.
If Chang Wenyu still didn't reach out, it would be too late.
But after agonizing for a while, Zhou Xing stopped caring about it.
He was only curious to take a look at these circles, not really wanting to blend in.
Whether he entered or not had no impact on him.
If Chang Wenyu called before he returned to Jiangcheng, he would simply ignore it.
At worst, he'd wait until the school term started... Zhou Xing began to live a secluded life.
He occasionally went to Xiao Lanlan's place.
Coming and going from her home.
Fifteen days passed.
Zhou Xing didn't hesitate.
He chose to book a flight back to Jiangcheng.
After passing the ticket check.
Arriving at the aircraft door, among the Flight Attendants, Zhou Xing saw a familiar figure.
Luo Qianqian.
As soon as Zhou Xing sat down, Luo Qianqian came over and handed him a towel and slippers.
"Why are you here?"
Zhou Xing couldn't help but ask.
"Not welcoming me, are you?"
Luo Qianqian curled her lips: "Then I'm leaving, I'll call another Flight Attendant to serve you."
"No, why didn't you tell me?"
Zhou Xing was a bit surprised.
"That's because someone told me yesterday they were booking a ticket back to Jiangcheng today, so I specifically applied for a shift change to give someone a surprise. I didn't expect that someone wouldn't appreciate it at all."
Luo Qianqian said crossly.
"You're here too, then..."
Zhou Xing looked toward the flight crew but was interrupted by Luo Qianqian: "Stop looking, An Ya went to fly another flight, she didn't have time to come."
Luo Qianqian stood there: "It's just me, are you disappointed?"
"Of course not."
Zhou Xing was still somewhat touched by Luo Qianqian's actions: "When we get to Jiangcheng, let's spend some time alone together as compensation. What do you think?"
"Really?"
Luo Qianqian asked.
"How could it be fake? When have I ever lied to you?"
Luo Qianqian nodded, grumbling in her heart: 'You haven't lied to me, because you go find other girls right in front of my face.'
"Are you sure it's just with me, no other girls?"
Luo Qianqian stared at Zhou Xing suspiciously.
"Positive."
After getting a positive answer, Luo Qianqian finally beamed with joy, leaned over, and kissed Zhou Xing on the cheek: "Hubby, you're so good. Remember to wait for me after getting off the plane."
"No problem."
Luo Qianqian turned and left happily.
The economy class passengers in the front seats saw this and their eyes went wide.
There are benefits like this for flying business class?
A beautiful Flight Attendant actively offering a kiss.
How come I've never heard of this before?
They immediately felt deep regret; had they known, they would have gritted their teeth and bought business class tickets too.