After all, the last time he held it was three days ago, before that, he used to hold her hand so freely, wandering everywhere. It’s already been eight years... Feng Chengjin’s brows and eyes distant, perhaps the memories are so beautiful, recalling them makes him unconsciously smile a bit more. Gu Zixuan watched, squinting her eyes slightly in cold observation. The car drove onto the road, paused for a moment, and Feng Chengjin asked, "Have you had breakfast?" "Oh, we’ll pass by a pastry shop later, I’ll get some cake, is there anything you want?" "No, I ate quite a lot earlier, not hungry." Gu Zixuan actually loves cake, but at the moment her mind was completely occupied with wanting to determine whether Feng Chengjin actually liked her, completely uninterested. Feng Chengjin was rejected but did not mind much. Deep within his eyes, he merely saw it as Gu Zixuan’s reserve, understanding slightly, and continued calmly looking at the sprawling roads ahead. The car reached the roadside, at a quaint French bakery. Feng Chengjin got out of the car, walking over with elegance. With his tall stature and slender figure, the almost model-like enviable long legs made every gesture seem noble. He gave way to an elderly lady crossing the street, and unconsciously steadied a child playing around, nearly falling. Finally, he nodded smilingly at the shop assistant who greeted him politely. His refined manners might be the most gentlemanly Gu Zixuan had ever seen. Very handsome, so handsome it vaguely made her feel impossible not to be attracted, interacting with such a person felt irresistibly magical, his kindness felt naturally expressed, not something needing speculation. However, if not for when he came out holding a bunch of cake bags in one hand, and a hot drink in the other... He got in the car, placed the cake bags in the back seat, then turned to hand her the hot drink, "Careful, it’s hot." The hot drink was hot cocoa, Gu Zixuan loved the rich aroma. Actually, taking a sip wouldn’t be anything special, but the problem was, when she accepted it, a little accidentally splashed onto her hand. Feng Chengjin noticed, promptly pulled out tissues, carefully wiping both the cup and her hand. The attentive care made Gu Zixuan’s heart quickly leap a few times, her face flushed unconsciously, then quickly taken over by reason. No! While it’s gentlemanly, this was too attentive! Attentive to the point of feeling like he was cherishing something dearly treasured deep inside... Her heart trembled slightly, especially seeing Feng Chengjin finishing the wipe, deeply checking if her skin was scalded, Brother Yu’s words seemed like a second alarming bell harshly pounding at her heart’s defenses. Nonetheless, still not daring to fully confirm, she withdrew her hand, then took a sip of hot cocoa. This time, Feng Chengjin noticed Gu Zixuan seemed different today but did not overthink, seeing she was alright, just smiled. With her fiery lip imprint on the cup rim forming a pattern, something rippled inside. Feeling amused, his lips also felt slightly dry. Yet did not express it, suppressing it, he gathered his thoughts, continued to start the car, driving toward their destination. Turning on the music, since Feng Chengjin was not the talkative type, all the way, he didn’t ask too many questions, just quietly drove. Hence, after Gu Zixuan tried a few brief exchanges, she felt a bit uneasy. Reflecting upon her purpose today, she grew anxious. If unintentionally led out to play all day, then muddle-headed returning, mainly, what if Feng Chengjin unknowingly exploited and took everything? Looking at Feng Chengjin’s build, compared to her own difference, she didn’t feel this was an escapable game. Especially as Feng Chengjin drove them to seemingly more remote places, all the way heading towards the suburbs... If he truly liked her, leading her out today with ulterior motives, she would immediately leave now! ᴛhis chapter is ᴜpdated by novel{f}ire.net Determined, Gu Zixuan’s expression gained a touch of cold firmness. However, beneath her gentle and graceful exterior, it was concealed well. Watching the winding road, Gu Zixuan’s brows furrowed slightly, slowly said, "Mr. Feng, are you busy all day?" "Why do you say that?" "Look, you have to deal with me unexpectedly, also busy hosting matchmaking, plus introductions at home, I feel you’re quite busy, if it were me, I definitely couldn’t handle it." Gu Zixuan’s words were straightforward, yet Feng Chengjin suddenly laughed, thinking of their encounters earlier, Gu Zixuan’s reaction perceived as unconsciously jealous. Slowing the speed, he curled his lips, said, "No choice, getting older, family pressures, likes or not, the necessary appearances must be done, otherwise how to have peaceful days? Didn’t see I moved out to live?" Thinking of Feng Chengjin’s large mansion where he lives alone, Gu Zixuan once wondered why someone like Yu Yuanshen returns to the old house every day. Feng Chengjin is unmarried; surely he wouldn’t prefer living alone like a recluse. Upon hearing this, she understood the cause and effect. But in the next moment, Feng Chengjin paused and added another sentence, "However, my feelings for you are not just coping." The suspicious scale in Gu Zixuan’s heart dropped nearly 60% due to this sentence. Her voice went deeper, and she asked in sequence, "Not just coping?" "No." Feng Chengjin shook his head, his voice more alluring, "Do you think I’m just coping with you?" "..." Gu Zixuan was speechless, coldly pursing her lips. After a while, she slowly said, "Oh~, actually, I don’t think it’s just coping." Feng Chengjin smiled without answering. After a brief pause, Gu Zixuan asked again, "But this is definitely wasting your time. Haven’t you thought about allocating your time towards your future?" "What future do I have?" Feng Chengjin laughed deeper, confused why Gu Zixuan kept asking these questions today. But given the eight years of sharing and mutual understanding, he answered truthfully. "My future is to earn more money, strive to buy all of Rong City. So that when I die, I will have wealth to find Jobs and have a cup of tea." This sentence was just a joke, leaving Gu Zixuan slightly stunned, unable to ask further. Feng Chengjin glanced at her, chuckled softly, his deep Mo Tong eyes curved like crescents. He paused, then turned his face to continue driving. Gu Zixuan was teased a bit, her face turning slightly red. After quickly adjusting, she lowered her brows and asked the third question, "Have you ever thought about going for a cup of tea with Jobs and bringing me along?" This question was rather blunt, seeming both like a joke and an intention. Feng Chengjin detected some undertone, but was unsure of Gu Zixuan’s feelings when she unconsciously asked this question. But to him, it was a kind of closer recognition. Therefore, the smile at the corner of his lips deepened to the extreme, "Do you want me to bring you?" "I’m asking if you want to bring me." "I do." This time, Feng Chengjin gave a definite answer. Nodding, Gu Zixuan’s heart certainty skyrocketed from 60% to 80%. With a raised tone, she was shocked and trembling, "Because you like me?" Instantly, Feng Chengjin couldn’t help but slam on the brakes. Already out of the city center, they were on the national road, with scenic trees lined on either side, silent and devoid of dust. Turning his head slightly, Feng Chengjin quietly looked into Gu Zixuan’s eyes. If it wasn’t for her somber expression, he might think this was a perfect and romantic start to a renewed encounter with love, the words were seductive and quite suitable for doing something. Perhaps he would kiss her, unable to resist pressing against the corner of her lips and murmur warmly, "I just like you." If she shyly resisted, he would more dominantly kiss her until she couldn’t breathe. Making her understand that some affections might be deeper than those carved in bones. But through Gu Zixuan’s icy gaze, he suddenly realized where her persistent questions and today’s unusual attire were stemming from. Thinking of the figure that night when Gu Zixuan was picked up, Feng Chengjin deeply frowned, understanding everything. Silence made Gu Zixuan’s suspicion climb from 80% to 95%. Face darkening, she sat back, wanting to say, "Take me back. If you don’t, I’ll get out now and hail a cab myself." However, before she could speak, Feng Chengjin’s phone rang the next instant. Turning aside, he answered the call while politely smiling, "Oh, Shuya." Whatever the other party said made Gu Zixuan’s heart thump harshly. Then she heard Feng Chengjin reply more politely with a smile, "Hmm, no, I came out for something today, I’ll be back after lunch." "Yes, I’ll come to see you later." "Do you want anything? I might pass by a flower shop when I return. I remember you said you like pansies last time." Feng Chengjin’s voice was gentle, gentler than any tone he had spoken to Gu Zixuan with. Finally, Feng Chengjin said, "Okay, I’ll drive safely." After hanging up the phone, Feng Chengjin quietly looked at Gu Zixuan again. After a moment, he didn’t say anything else, instead turning slightly and said, "So, um, shall we go?" Automatically changing the subject made Gu Zixuan feel awkward like a grasshopper boiled but detached from its legs. Nodding slightly, she forced a word out of her throat, "Hmm." Feng Chengjin released the brake, the Porsche Cayenne speeding up again on the road. On the other end of the call, Qin Nuo blinked her big eyes with full confusion. What... Shuya? What pansies? What a jumble of nonsense? Did President Feng end the conversation speaking so much on his own? Is President Feng mad?