Chapter 49
oth what was happening now in the capital and recent events here, excitedly gushing nonstop.After speaking to He Yufan in a rapid stream, she took a sip of water and sheepishly stuck out her tongue.He...Chapter 49
The romantic atmosphere inside the restaurant was very thick, with tables scattered around and crystal wine glasses filled with floating red candles shaped like flowers. The lighting was soft yet not dim, and couples were whispering to each other while a soothing violin melody floated in the air.
Meng Meng, who usually spoke loudly, couldn't help lowering his voice here and whispered to Ni Xuanyi, "It seems that these 999 dollars weren't wasted; the ambiance is really great!"
Ni Xuanyi smiled faintly. She had often dined out with Li Yi and Li An in places more upscale and romantic than this. She knew very well how material conditions could create a romantic atmosphere.
Whenever Li Yi took her to these places, he would always choose quiet spots. The candlelight cast on his handsome face accentuated the sharp features of his angular face, with a faint smile playing at the corners of his mouth as he exuded grace in every move...
The variety of dishes here perfectly suited Meng Meng's tastes—Western cuisine, Thai food, Korean料理，還有中餐，種類繁多，琳琅滿目，“萱萱，你想吃什麼，萱萱……”
孟猛的話將倪暄漪的思緒拉了回來。
“我吃中餐就好。”在眾多的餐品中，倪暄漪還是喜歡吃中餐，而今晚她也不想跟孟猛搞的那麼浪漫，所以絕對不能選擇西餐。
孟猛左看看，右看看，見浪漫溫馨的燭光中，大家一般都選擇是西餐，不由輕聲提議，“萱萱，氣氛這麼好，不如咱們吃西餐吧！”
“想吃西餐你自己吃吧，我不吃，我吃中餐。”倪暄漪目不斜視的翻看著中餐菜譜。
孟猛癟了癟嘴，“那好吧，我也吃中餐。”
The menu options here were incredibly diverse, catering to Meng Meng's tastes—Western cuisine, Thai food, Korean dishes, and Chinese cuisine. There was a wide array of choices that dazzled the eye, "Xuanxuan, what would you like to eat Xuanxuan..."
Meng Meng’s words pulled Ni Xuanyi back to reality.
"I'll just have some Chinese food." Amidst all the dishes available, Ni Xuanyi still preferred Chinese cuisine. And since she didn't want tonight's dinner with Meng Meng to be overly romantic, she wouldn't choose Western cuisine under any circumstances.
Meng Meng looked left and right, noticing that amidst the romantic candlelight, most people chose Western cuisine. He softly suggested, "Xuanxuan, given such a wonderful atmosphere, why don’t we go for some Western food"
"If you want to eat Western food, then just have it yourself. I won't be eating it; I'll stick with Chinese food." Ni Xuanyi straightened her gaze and continued browsing through the Chinese menu.
Meng Meng pouted a little, "Alright then, let’s both go for Chinese food."
The Chinese food here tastes great, and Meng Meng soon became happy eating. He asked Ni Xuanyi, "Xuanyuan, how do you usually eat when you're alone Do you cook for yourself or buy from outside"
"In the morning, I drink milk. For lunch, it's in the company cafeteria. Dinner is sometimes late-night work meals, sometimes noodles and fried rice downstairs, and there's a McDonald's across the street where I eat as well. That's all; I don't cook."
“Have you been eating like this since after you started working” Meng Meng looked at Ni Xuanyi with concern.
"Yes!"
Meng Meng shook his head, "Xuanyuan, this isn't good for your health. It's better to eat less fast food and McDonald’s and go to a restaurant instead. Even just one dish and soup will do."
Ni Xuanyi laughed softly, “Do you think I earn as much money as you every year With my internship salary, I'd run out of money in less than half a month if I ate at restaurants.”
"Then why don't you take the money that I gave to you" Meng Meng looked extremely anxious.
Ni Xuanyi looked at Meng Meng very seriously and said word by word, "Meng Meng, remember this: You are you, and I am me. We will never be a family; I can't casually take your things or spend your money."
Meng Meng laughed in anger because of her attitude, "Ni Xuanyi, you really know how to do it, you really know how to do it!"
He was a man who didn’t easily admit defeat. He silently swore that no matter what sacrifices he made, he would pursue Ni Xuanyi and make her beg for his affection.
After dinner, it got completely dark outside. Meng Meng drove to the beach with Ni Xuanyi.
The sea breeze is cool, and the sound of waves echoes. There are many people playing here, and car lights in groups illuminate the coastline.
Meng Meng jumped out of the car, opened the back door, and the Samoyed also jumped out of the car. Ni Xuanyi saw that she was the only one left in the car, wrapped her clothes tighter, and slowly got out of the car. She immediately shivered from a gust of sea wind.
Ni Xuanyi is afraid of the cold and doesn't like staying by the seaside very much. However, Meng Meng and the Samoyed are quite delighted; they run around happily. Meng Meng runs to one side and talks with some people who look like workers nearby, while Ni Xuanyi walks aimlessly without noticing what they're doing.
Soon enough, those workers carried out bundles of something from a truck's cargo box and laid them in rows on the beach. As Ni Xuanyi got closer to take a look, she realized that they were fireworks.
Somewhat aware of what Meng Meng was up to—because Li An had done similar things before—Ni Xuanyi knew Li An was an expert at romance and superior to Meng Meng in many ways. He wouldn't let spectators see the bundled-up fireworks; instead, he'd sit comfortably on a cruise ship with friends, listening to music and savoring fine wine, while beautiful fireworks suddenly burst upon the sea ahead of them.
Hugging herself, Ni Xuanyi led the Samoyed to stand aside. It seems that Meng Meng was doing this for the first time and found it rather novel; seeing the workers lay out the fireworks, he couldn't resist running over himself to light one.
With a loud bang, beams of dazzling lights shot into the night sky, followed by eye-catching explosions of color. Ni Xuanyi couldn't help but look up.
Suddenly, spotlights behind them lit up and melodious music began playing; in this gentle melody, the splendid fireworks transformed into letters: NI XUANYI, FOREVER HAPPY!
At that moment, Ni Xuanyi felt something hit her heart fiercely.
No girl could resist such a grand romantic gesture, and Ni Xuanyi was no exception.
Meng Meng turned his head to the side, looking at Ni Xuanyi beside him, and shouted loudly: "Xuanxuan, are you happy"
Ni Xuanyi heaved a soft sigh and slowly spoke, "Meng Meng, thank you. The fireworks were very beautiful. But next time, could you not go to such great lengths for me I feel quite burdened by it."
Meng Meng stretched out his large hand to ruffle her hair, saying, "What burden I am happy; just having you by my side makes me very happy."
Ni Xuanyi had no way to deal with his stubbornness and could only勉強笑一笑.
Meng Meng reached into his pocket once more and took out the ring, "Xuanxuan, I’m giving this to you. Keeping it myself doesn’t serve any purpose."
"I don’t want it." Ni Xuanyi stepped back in evasion.
"If you won’t take it, then I’ll throw it into the sea!" Meng Meng’s face fell as he spoke with some agitation.
"Go ahead if you wish. It is your thing after all," Ni Xuanyi said somewhat unhappily and hurriedly walked towards the car.
"Xuanxuan, don’t be angry!" Meng Meng quickly followed behind her.
Though beautiful, the fireworks were brief; the stark contrast between their brilliance and subsequent silence could leave one feeling quite disheartened. As soon as the fireworks ceased, Ni Xuanyi urged Meng Meng to drive them back home.
Even after Christmas, Li Yi still had not returned. Ni Xuanyi continued to work diligently at her job; when she was occasionally tired, she would look up at the ceiling, as if Li Yi were upstairs, and that was her best remedy for fatigue.
This time, Li Yi left for quite a few days, only returning during his company’s New Year’s Eve party.'t be foolish and believe everything others say; think for yourself. Don't end up helping someone count their money after they've sold you."Lǐ An's stern warning cut deeper into Yan Luoxi than his pre...