Chapter 30: Goodbye Zhao Nian
Murong Feng and Ye Zi were sitting at a small booth in the corner of the room, playing a dice game. The others didn't disturb them, giving the couple a small space of their own.
After Murong Feng took her hand, a shy blush lingered on Ye Zi's cheeks, but the joy in her eyes was undeniable, her gaze radiant and captivating.
Murong Feng suggested they play a dice game, and Ye Zi, feeling a stir in her heart, agreed with a smile. The stakes were truth or drink; if one didn't want to answer a question, they had to take two shots. Murong Feng was a bit surprised, looked at Ye Zi, and then nodded with a smile.
In the first round, Murong Feng's dice showed 1, 1, 1, 1, 3, 5, and 6. The number 1 could substitute for any number, so he casually called three twos. Ye Zi looked at her dice, which showed 1, 1, 4, 4, 5, 2 and 6, and called four fours. Murong Feng smiled and called five fours.
Judging from his expression, Ye Zi guessed that he had at least two or three ones or fours. Since she had four fours, she boldly raised the stake, calling seven fours. Murong Feng thought it over and realized that with her calling seven, she must have at least four or five fours, while he had three. The probability of continuing was too low, so he laughed bitterly and said, "Looks like you got me. I have three, let's see yours."
Ye Zi revealed her dice and smiled, "I have four."
Murong Feng smiled and was about to pick up his drink when he remembered the stake was a truth question. He looked at Ye Zi and said, "Alright, ask away." Ye Zi gazed at him, her heart stirring with emotion as she looked at his handsome face and bright eyes under the flickering lights. She blurted out, "Do you like me?"
Murong Feng was stunned. Looking at Ye Zi, whose face had turned red after asking, he gradually smiled deeply and nodded, "Yes, I like you very much."
Ye Zi's heart burst with joy at his words, her smile radiant like a blooming flower. Murong Feng continued playing dice, winning the next round. He asked, "Ye Zi, do you like me?"
"Yes, of course, I like you! Brother Murong, isn't this a redundant question?" a cheerful voice rang out beside Ye Zi. Her friends had overheard their conversation and crowded around. Ye Zi playfully tried to tickle them, laughing and scolding, "Stop teasing us!"
The others in the room laughed heartily, Lu Ye and the others congratulating them with mock bows. Everyone in the crew knew how often they had been together, making this the perfect moment for a confession. Seeing them finally acknowledge their feelings made everyone surprised and happy. The room grew even more lively, with people toasting Murong Feng, especially the young actresses who had long admired him and now jealously wished to get him drunk.
Murong Feng, feeling elated, could finally let go of his past heartaches and embrace new feelings. Ye Zi was a kind and beautiful girl, the most lovable and sincere person he had met, and she adored him. How could he not feel the same? Seeing her so happy confirmed his decision was right. If he were to start a new relationship, Ye Zi would be his only choice. With each toast, Murong Feng grew a bit tipsy and excused himself to the restroom.
To his surprise, the restroom in the private room was occupied, so he went to the one in the hallway.
After splashing his face with cold water, Murong Feng felt much more awake. He dried his face with a paper towel and turned to leave. As he walked down the hallway, someone emerged from a nearby room. Murong Feng stepped aside to avoid a collision and walked a few more steps before a realization struck him—that man! The one who took Nian Nian away! He quickly turned around, but the man had already entered the restroom. Through the half-open door of the private room room he had exited from though, Murong Feng caught a glimpse of Zhao Nian sitting on the sofa, singing.
Stunned as if struck by lightning, Murong Feng stood rooted to the spot. This was the first time he had seen her since their breakup. He watched her sing, looking vibrant and spirited, his legs feeling like lead balloons, he couldn't move. And sensing a gaze, Zhao Nian glanced up, their eyes meeting, as the door slowly closed shut, shutting out her surprised look and familiar figure.
Murong Feng didn't know what to do.
He resisted the urge to rush into the room and stood silently in the corridor for a few seconds.
When, Ye Zi's happy and shy smile flashed in his mind, like a stream of spring water, instantly moistening his dry heart.
Yeah, times had changed, and there was no going back. He turned around sadly and returned to his own private room.
But years of fond memories lingered, and that fleeting glimpse of her face and figure brought everything rushing back. Murong Feng's mood inevitably sank. He forced a smile, drinking and singing along with the others.
Ye Zi, deeply concerned, noticed his unusual behavior and sat beside him, whispering, "Murong, are you alright? Are you feeling unwell?" Seeing her worried look, Murong Feng felt guilty and quickly smiled, "No, it's just the drinks. I'm feeling better now." Unable to resist, he gently held her delicate hand, smiling warmly, "Ye Zi, thank you. You've brought so much sunshine back into my life!" His serious tone surprised Ye Zi. Just as she was about to respond, she saw the complex, emotional glint in his eyes, even catching a hint of tears. Her heart trembled, and she tightly grasped his hand, "Murong, don't say that. Meeting you is my greatest joy."
With those words, Ye Zi realized that she had been deeply in love with Murong Feng, perhaps since the first moment she saw him when she entered university! She joined the drama club, and her indifference to other suitors might have been because she already had feelings for him. Perhaps at that time, she had already had his shadow in her heart! The confident, proud Chu Fan on stage, the talented campus figure she often brushed past in the library.
Holding Ye Zi's hand and feeling her love, Murong Feng's heart filled with happiness and contentment. Finally freed from that single glance, he rejoined the others, cheering and clapping, his demeanor relaxed and confident once more.
The group partied until after 2 AM before leaving. As they said their goodbyes in the lobby, Murong Feng spotted Zhao Nian in a green dress, standing beside the man, talking to others. His steps faltered.
Walking beside him, Lu Ye noticed Murong Feng stop and followed his gaze, recognizing someone. Despite being a bit drunk, he called out loudly, "William! William!" Hearing the shout, William, who was speaking with Zhao Nian, smiled and waved. After whispering to Zhao Nian, he walked over, shaking hands with Lu Ye, "Lu Ye, still singing karaoke this late? Aren't you worried about paparazzi?" He turned to Murong Feng, "Murong, your fencing skills have improved so quickly; you've knocked me off the leaderboard!"
Distracted by Zhao Nian, Murong Feng only now realized it was William, an executive from the fencing club. He quickly shook hands, "Just lucky! William, haven't seen you at the club lately."
William laughed, "Work's been busy! Let me introduce you to a friend." He led them over.
Zhao Nian and the man both reacted upon seeing Murong Feng. William didn't notice, introducing Murong Feng first, "Murong, this is Wang Yonghui, VP of Motorola China. This lovely lady is his girlfriend, Zhao Nian, marketing manager at Lancome."
Then to Wang Yonghui, he added, "Wang, these two are the stars of Striving Youth, the current hit show! Murong here..." He knew Tang Qing's background and knew that Murong Feng was an extraordinary person, so he introduced him to Murong Feng first. But before he finished introducing Murong Feng, he was cut off by Wang Yonghui, who extended his hand, "Murong, I've seen your show. Very impressive."
Murong Feng's attention was on Zhao Nian. Seeing her composed and elegant demeanor, he felt a pang in his heart. He barely shook Wang Yonghui's hand, "Hello," before turning to William, "William, we have to go. Let's catch up later." He nodded politely and left, rejoining Ye Zi and the others to leave.
Lu Ye, surprised, nodded at William and Wang Yonghui, then followed Murong Feng.
Just as they reached the door, a clear voice called out, "Murong!" He paused. Ye Zi and the others stopped and turned. Zhao Nian approached, smiling, "Murong, I saw your show. It was wonderful. I'm glad to see you've found a new direction and are doing well..."
Murong Feng coldly interrupted, "Thank you, Miss Zhao. I have to go." Turning around and leaving, everyone realized that something was wrong. Ye Zi looked at Zhao Nian in astonishment. Only then did she realize that she was the Zhao Nian that Murong Feng had been dwelling on all along. Thinking of Murong Feng's pain in her heart, she looked at Zhao Nian with a hint of dissatisfaction in her eyes and hurriedly chased after Murong Feng. Ye Zi's other sisters immediately understood the assignment and glared at Zhao Nian coldly, leaving one after another.
Zhao Nian wasn't angry. She looked at Murong Feng's back, sighed softly, and turned back to Wang Yonghui. Wang Yonghui smiled gently at her to comfort her, and then smiled at the bewildered William. To a bewildered William, Wang Yonghui explained, "We knew Murong Feng before, and there was a little misunderstanding. Don't mind it, William." William nodded, realizing the complex situation, "Wang, let me warn you, Murong Feng isn't someone to underestimate. He has powerful connections. Best to avoid any conflict with him." He regretted his earlier introduction, shaking hands with Wang Yonghui before leaving.
Wang Yonghui gently held Zhao Nian's hand, "Nian Nian, don't be sad. He's doing well now." Zhao Nian nodded, her thoughts lingering on the beautiful girl she saw with Murong Feng. Was she his new girlfriend?
They walked out of the gate and saw Murong Feng waving goodbye to Lu Ye and other actors, then he opened the car door, waited for Ye Zi and other girls to get in the car, and drove away. Under the neon lights, the black Mercedes-Benz G55AMG seemed to be covered with a layer of dazzling light and disappeared at the end of the street.
Wang Yonghui maintained his gentle smile, but William's warning left a lingering unease in his mind.
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