Chapter 48: Falling in Love with Someone

d you want when you came here today To humiliate me with your words Now that I’ve heard what you have to say, may I leave now Let me tell you: don't ever bother my life again nor send your lackeys to...Chapter 48 Falling in Love with Someone

Zhou Guangtao's company lacked suitable public relations personnel, and he didn't want to take Yan Luoxi out either. During many large social engagements, he had to go himself to drink with others until he was drunk.

He Yufan is my girlfriend’s close friend; such a talented person should come help me. She ought to be in my company, Zhou Guangtao thought, figuring out how to lure He Yufan into his company.

Before the banquet was over, He Yufan received a phone call and didn’t hide it from everyone. Instead, she pretended to talk loudly with the caller: "Ah... Xi Zi... Yes... I'm having dinner outside now... Tonight... Yes, okay... You don't have to pick me up; after we leave here, I'll go to your place..." As she was talking on the phone, she moved away from everyone and raised an eyebrow at Zhou Guangtao across the table.

Zhou Guangtao smiled knowingly and pointed slightly towards where the cars were parked outside.

After hanging up, He Yufan was teased by someone at the table who asked if she had a rendezvous with her lover after leaving. She didn’t get upset but giggled instead, "I am seeing my lover; we've lived together for four years and are inseparable, except that we're of the same sex."

In this flashy world, who doesn't have some secret affairs or ambiguous relationships No one questioned where He Yufan was going next, nor did anyone care about her same-sex lover. The dinner ended with He Yufan’s uncontrollable laughter.

Zhou Guangtao didn’t drink much today and dismissed Gao Tianze who had been following him. Slowly walking to his car, he waited for He Yufan.

After a short while, He Yufan seemed to have dismissed the people around her and approached him with a smile, her graceful steps hinting at her elegance.

The night had fallen, and streetlights were just lighting up. The riverside area was peaceful without the daytime hustle and bustle, cool breezes blowing gently, making the temperature comfortable.

He Yufan walked confidently to Zhou Guangtao, her cheeks flushed from drinking wine, her eyes twinkling with moisture, her voice sweet as honey. "Brother Guangtao, the air here is so good. Why don’t we take a walk and clear our heads"

Zhou Guangtao had something important to discuss with He Yufan and was glad at her suggestion. He nodded in agreement.

The two of them strolled along the riverside promenade, attracting occasional glances from passersby as they were a striking couple: he handsome and she beautiful.

He Yufan gazed at the street view by the riverbank and sighed. "What a beautiful city this is! Even the night scenery is so enchanting. Unfortunately, I only have one more day left here without enough time to fully appreciate it."

Zhou Guangtao was preoccupied with how to discuss work-related matters with He Yufan and didn’t pay much attention to what she said, merely responding softly with a "Mm."

"Brother Guangtao, you and Luoxi suddenly moved down south for development. Are you adapting well to the climate and environment here" He Yufan already knew from Yan Luoxi that both Zhou Guangtao and she were born in southern regions but pretended not to know as she tried to engage him in conversation.

Zhou Guangtao smiled slightly, "I’m quite used to it. LuoXi didn’t tell you that we both grew up in the south, right Although summer here is unbearably hot, we’re already accustomed to it."

"Mm-hmm. In fact, I’ve always yearned for living in the south since childhood. My family lives in the north where winters are extremely cold; I don’t even want to go out of my house. Since young, I’ve dreamed of living somewhere warm and sunny all-year-round with no snow and with mountains and rivers nearby. They say such places nurture talented people. Little did I expect that after passing exams and moving to Beijing for work, it seems like I can never realize the dream of living in the south this lifetime." Her voice was sweet, crisp, and well-paced, making her story very touching.

Zhou Guangtao felt delighted upon hearing that He Yufan had such thoughts about living here. He試探性地問道："那你現在還想過要到這邊工作嗎？” asked tentatively, "Do you still want to work in this place now"

He Yufan was a bit surprised by Zhou Guangtao's question. She only meant to tell him about her longing for life in the south and hoped that he would invite her over more often to his house with LuoXi, which she considered a success if achieved. Unexpectedly, Zhou Guangtao actually proposed working here.

This was truly an unexpected pleasant surprise!

He Yufan inwardly rejoiced but showed some regret on her face and said helplessly, "I have thought about it. It’s quite embarrassing to say this before graduation, I applied for a few companies in the south, but wasn’t hired, so in the end, I stayed in the north."

Zhou Guangtao pondered for a moment and asked, "If there were such job opportunities now, would you be willing to come back to the south"

He Yufan was overjoyed. She was already certain of Zhou Guangtao’s intentions. Turning around, she looked at Zhou Guangtao who smiled at her under the moonlight; he stood tall and handsome, like Apollo descended from heaven.

It might take a lifetime to forget someone, but falling in love with someone could be as simple as a single glance.

He Yufan mentally repeated "I'm willing" and smiled bitterly while maintaining her composure: "Finding a job is so difficult these days. I don't know anyone here; where can I find an appropriate position"

Zhou Guangtao now fully understood He Yufan's intentions and, with a serious expression, said: "If I invite you to join my company as the manager of the public relations department, would you consider it"

He Yufan acted surprised and widened her eyes, meeting Zhou Guangtao’s deep gaze and asking in disbelief: "Brother Guangtao, are you serious"

"Of course I am. However, my company is newly established and not as financially powerful as your current employer, so please consider carefully." Zhou Guangtao reminded her kindly.

He Yufan was flattered yet surprised by his offer: "I don't need to think about it. As long as I can come south and be with Luoxi, I couldn’t care less whether the company is big or small. Besides, you’re already a well-known figure now; your company has quite an impressive reputation. It’s a great honor for me to work there!"

"Yufan, I truly admire your work abilities and sincerely want to invite you to join my team. But switching jobs, especially moving from north to south, is a significant decision. You should think it over carefully before giving an answer," Zhou Guangtao said, not wanting He Yufan to agree just because of Yan Luoxi's sake but hoping she would consider it thoroughly.

“There’s no need for further consideration; being able to work under such a talented young man is a great honor for me.” He Yufan looked at Zhou Guangtao with eyes full of admiration, her delicate appearance like fresh lily petals, and her lips as rosy and translucent as watermelon jelly.'t old and there were so many drivers at the Li residence that she didn't have a deep impression of this man. Now, after his self-introduction, she finally recalled who he was. "Uncle Geng, didn't you...