Rebirth: Splendid Marriage in the 80s Chapter 2409 - 2345: Definitely Has No Good Feelings Toward Him
Previously on Rebirth: Splendid Marriage in the 80s...
"Teacher Ji, I've encountered him just twice altogether, only twice! How could you possibly think I'd know whether he has feelings for you? To be frank, I'd rather turn the question around: how long have the two of you been seeing each other? What kinds of things do you do when you're together? How well do you actually know him? Why can't you figure out on your own if he likes you?"
Once she finished, she stepped a short distance away, then spun around to face Ji Yuzhi, releasing a deep sigh as she continued, "Teacher Ji, you really ought to reflect on this: why are you so set on being with him? Remember, marriage is no small matter, particularly for a woman, so you must proceed with caution. Avoid settling for less simply because age is creeping up on you, and steer clear of picking a man you don't fully grasp just due to a fleeting urge."
What drives Ji Yuzhi to jump so eagerly into a union with Hu Xiangyong?
Could it be the allure of his money?
Or perhaps that fellow possesses an irresistible charisma?
Fine, she'll concede that point—if her instincts weren't keen, if she were clueless about his true identity, she'd also see such a guy as brimming with appeal and highly captivating to ladies.
Moreover, dropping a fifty-thousand offer without hesitation only sweetens the deal.
Allure, riches.
For Ji Yuzhi, these could indeed prove an irresistible pull.
Were it not for Chiang Xiao sensing that Ji Yuzhi is truly a good person at heart, she wouldn't have shared all these thoughts with her.
All she wants is for Ji Yuzhi to take a moment, relax, and weigh her options properly.
Chiang Xiao suspects that linking up with a guy like him is bound to lead to trouble down the line.
Ji Yuzhi stared vacantly at Chiang Xiao as she walked off.
Although Chiang Xiao never came right out and said it, Ji Yuzhi isn't naive. She senses that Chiang Xiao keeps dodging any real opinions on Hu Xiangyong, without so much as a single positive remark.
She avoided criticizing him outright too.
Yet it's obvious—Chiang Xiao holds no good feelings toward him at all.
But why?
Ji Yuzhi can't wrap her head around it.
Earlier at the airport, Hu Xiangyong fretted over her heading home solo in the dark and offered to see her safely there, but she turned him down.
From that alone, shouldn't she have felt thankful and viewed him in a better light?
Apparently not.
This round, Hu Xiangyong showed up at the school himself and dangled such a generous sum, but even that failed to sway Chiang Xiao or leave her wowed by his openhandedness?
It's downright baffling.
Ji Yuzhi mulled it over without end, yet glancing at the clock revealed her meeting with Hu Xiangyong was almost upon her. She freshened up quickly and dashed over to the nearby Fuxi Restaurant.
Hu Xiangyong had beaten her there.
Despite it being only the pair of them for the meal, Hu Xiangyong went ahead and booked a private room.
"Sorry, did I keep you waiting?" Spotting Hu Xiangyong already settled in made Ji Yuzhi a touch sheepish, worried he might be annoyed or restless.
Truth be told, she arrived right on schedule.
"Not at all, I got here moments ago. I always aim to show up five minutes ahead of the set time," Hu Xiangyong replied.
He gave Ji Yuzhi a quick once-over.
On this day, Ji Yuzhi looked stunning, clad in a tailored navy-collared deep blue dress that hugged her figure, finished with sleek black loafers, radiating a quiet sophistication.
Undoubtedly, this lady shines when she puts effort into her appearance.
A subtle intensity flickered in Hu Xiangyong's eyes.
"What are you in the mood for? They say the dishes here are top-notch."