Chapter 8

Translator: EndlessFantasy Translation Editor: EndlessFantasy Translation

“No, no, I still have something to do today so I won’t be able to stay for long,” Li Jiayue said as she shook her head. She continued to say, “The main purpose for my visit is to invite you to my graduation ceremony… I wonder if you’ll be able to attend?”

After saying that, Li Jiayue looked at Su Can shyly before she quickly lowered her head. Her cheeks were flushed as well.

Upon hearing Li Jiayue’s enthusiastic invitation, Su Can hurriedly nodded and replied, “Of course, I’ll be able to attend!”

Su Can and Li Jiayue’s relationship had been in an ambiguous state for a while now. Based on Li Jiayue’s behavior, even if she did not say it explicitly, it was obvious that the invitation was a sign to further develop their relationship.

“Alright, I have to leave now. Goodbye,” Li Jiayue said as she waved her hand.

However, just as Li Jiayue was about to leave, Su Can suddenly reached out and held her hand tightly. Then, he said with a smile, “Please stay for a while. Don’t be in such a hurry. It’s not often that you visit my house. Moreover, it just so happens that I have something to tell you.”

After attending Li Jiayue’s graduation ceremony, Su Can would be even busier preparing for the apocalypse. As such, he would not have much time to spend with her. He did not want her to misunderstand him so he thought he should spend more time with her now.

“I know of a good hotpot restaurant nearby. Do you want to have a meal with me? It’s my treat this time?”

Li Jiayue’s eyes lit up upon hearing Su Can’s words, and she replied, “Okay!”

“Let’s go then!”

…

Inside the hotpot restaurant.

Su Can and Li Jiayue were seated in a private room. They sat across from each other and chatted.

“Your parents are researchers at the Arctic research station?”

Li Jiayue pouted and said unhappily, “That’s right.However, ever since they went to the Arctic research station, they haven’t returned once. Not only that, but I’ve not received many messages from them over the past few days… I don’t have anyone to accompany me.” After saying that, she looked at Su Can and added with a sweet smile, “Fortunately, I have you to accompany me.”

Su Can nodded. He looked calm on the surface, but many thoughts raced through his mind at this moment. He did not expect such a coincidence. As it turned out, Li Jiayue’s parents were researchers at the Arctic research station. He wondered if her parents would have first-hand information about the abnormal weather. After a moment, he asked, “Then, did your parents… tell you anything about their research at the research station?”

“No,” Li Jiayue shook her head and replied, “I’ve asked my parents about itbefore, but they said that it’s classified information.”

“I see,” Su Can said with a nod. He could not help but feel slightly regretful. It was truly a pity. He thought he would be able to glean some information from Li Jiayue. In the end, he still had to rely on himself.

Li Jiayue took the initiative and picked up a piece of beef tripe before casually placing it in Su Can’s bowl. Then, she asked, “By the way, I have something to ask you. Do you have an empty house to rent? Money isn’t a problem. I plan to work after graduating, and I haven’t found a suitable house to rent yet.”

Su Can did not stand on ceremony and ate the piece of beef tripe before he shook his head and said, “Empty house? No. I sold all the houses I owned.”

“You sold all the houses you owned?” Li Jiayue asked, slightly surprised.

“Yes, that’s right.”

Li Jiayue looked at Su Can in confusion and asked, “You… Are you having a difficult time lately? If you’re in trouble, I can help you find a lawyer…”

“No, no, no, you’re thinking too much. I didn’t sell the houses because of any difficulties. I sold the houses so I have more money to start a business,” Su Can said. At the same time, he rubbed his temples. He did not expect Li Jiayue to have such a rich imagination.

“Start a business?” Li Jiayue’s eyes brightened immediately.

In fact, Li Jiayue had already asked around about Su Can. She found out that he was a landlord with a rich nightlife. Although he was not a bad person, he was not a good person either. However, she did not expect him to have an ambitious side to him as well.

A hint of anticipation could be seen in Li Jiayue’s eyes as she looked at Su Can and asked, “What do you plan to do?”

Su Can looked at the expectant expression on Li Jiayue’s face and quickly came to a decision. She was not an outsider now, and it should not be a big problem to reveal a little of his plans to her. He said, “To be honest with you, I plan to build a shelter with the money I have.”

“A shelter?” Li Jiayue was stunned. Then, she said, confused, “I’ve never heard of this kind of business…”

“It’s a new thing. Not many people know about it. However, a few people who ventured on this path have said that the business is very profitable. I also received insider information that the country might introduce relevant and favorable policies in the near future. That’s why I plan to do this,” Su Can said with a straight face. His face did not turn red at all as he made up a story.

“I see. No wonder I’ve never heard of it before. Very well. Then, I wish you good luck in your new endeavor!” Li Jiayue said, looking enlightened. A hint of admiration could be seen in her eyes when she looked at Su Can.

“Thanks,” Su Can replied with a smile.

“Let me toast you first,” Li Jiayue said as she smiled and raised her glass of red wine to Su Can, “I wish that your business will be prosperous in the future!”

Su Can raised his wine glass in response and clinked it against Li Jiayue’s glass.

The two continued chatting happily when suddenly…

“Hmm, is that you, Su Can?”

A woman with long hair and heavy makeup who was dressed in branded clothes suddenly appeared at the door of the private room.

As soon as Su Can saw the woman, he had a headache.

‘Why is she here?’

Li Jiayue turned to look at the woman standing at the entrance curiously and asked, “Su Can, who is she?”

The woman was clearly familiar with Su Can, but her expression and tone did not seem very friendly.

Su Can rubbed his temples, feeling frustrated, as he replied, “She’s Tu Ling, my ex. To be precise, she’s the ex who cheated on me.”