Xu Xiuwen spent some time in his dormitory before heading downstairs at the right moment. He drove to Jinling South Railway Station to pick up Cheng Lu.
She was on the morning train, arriving at Jinling South Station at 3 PM.
Xu Xiuwen parked his car by the roadside and then went to the exit to meet Cheng Lu.
Given his current popularity, there was always a risk of being recognized.
So Xu Xiuwen specifically wore a mask and a hat, revealing only his eyes.
If one wasn't very familiar with him, it would be hard to recognize him at a glance.
Xu Xiuwen could have waited in the car for Cheng Lu to find him.
But having not seen her for a month, Xu Xiuwen missed her terribly, so he decided to meet her at the exit.
Xu Xiuwen timed it well and arrived at the exit at 2:55 PM.
After waiting for five minutes, it was 3 PM.
He stretched his neck, constantly peering into the exit.
At 3:03 PM, Xu Xiuwen saw a girl coming out from around the corner, pushing a suitcase.
He recognized her immediately as Cheng Lu.
Cheng Lu was different from most girls, with a strong presence not inferior to that of celebrities.
Xu Xiuwen just glanced at her and recognized her instantly.
"Cheng Lu, I'm here!"
Xu Xiuwen shouted to Cheng Lu.
He raised his arm and waved in the air.
Seeing him, Cheng Lu's eyes lit up, and she started running towards him with small steps, pulling her suitcase.
When Cheng Lu was about three meters away from Xu Xiuwen, she suddenly slowed down.
She tidied her messy hair and smoothed out her skirt before walking slowly to Xu Xiuwen.
Xu Xiuwen looked at Cheng Lu, his eyes lighting up.
After a month apart, Cheng Lu was still so beautiful.
Today, she wore a dark blue sweater, a beige coat, and a blue plaid wool skirt that exposed half of her fair legs. She had on black socks and Mary Jane shoes.
She gave off a gentle and elegant vibe.
Xu Xiuwen walked up but didn't immediately take the suitcase from her hand.
Seeing Cheng Lu, he was overwhelmed with emotions.
Cheng Lu was proactive.
She let go of the suitcase, walked over, and hugged Xu Xiuwen directly.
Only then did Xu Xiuwen hug her back.
Cheng Lu whispered in his ear, "Are you happy to see me?"
Xu Xiuwen nodded.
Cheng Lu was pleased and said softly, "I'm very happy too."
After hugging for a while, Xu Xiuwen let go of Cheng Lu and picked up the suitcase, holding her delicate hand with his other hand as they walked out.
Cheng Lu didn't resist or struggle, following him obediently.
As they walked, Xu Xiuwen asked, "Aren't your legs cold being exposed like that?"
Cheng Lu shook her head, "No."
When they reached the square outside, Xu Xiuwen was in a bit of a bind.
It was raining outside, and he needed one hand to carry the suitcase and the other to hold Cheng Lu's hand, leaving no hand for the umbrella.
Seeing his predicament, Cheng Lu chuckled and took the umbrella.
"Let go first."
After Xu Xiuwen let go, Cheng Lu opened the umbrella and said, "Silly, do you just want to hold my hand that badly?"
Xu Xiuwen replied naturally, "I'm not silly. I just want to hold your hand forever."
He said this as he grabbed her hand again.
Cheng Lu rolled her eyes at him and said, "If you hold my hand, I can't hold the umbrella."
Xu Xiuwen had to let go again.
Since the umbrella wasn't big enough, Cheng Lu had to use the hand closest to him to hold it; otherwise, it wouldn't cover both of them.
Seeing he couldn't hold her hand, Xu Xiuwen put his arm around her shoulders instead.
He held her tightly, pressing Cheng Lu into his arms.
Cheng Lu said nothing, holding the umbrella as they walked to the roadside.
When they reached the BMW, they put the suitcase in the trunk together.
She glanced at the car and asked, "Is this the BMW 5 Series you bought?"
Xu Xiuwen nodded.
She looked at him approvingly and said, "The color is quite nice."
"Right?" Xu Xiuwen sighed in relief, "Get in the car quickly, or your shoes will get wet."
Xu Xiuwen took the umbrella and escorted Cheng Lu to the passenger side door.
Cheng Lu opened the door and sat inside.
Xu Xiuwen used the umbrella and his hand to shield her from the rain the entire time.
After she was seated, he closed the door for her and then walked around to the driver's seat, opened the door, and got in.
Xu Xiuwen sat in the driver's seat, leaving his hand holding the umbrella outside the door.
He shook the umbrella vigorously to get rid of the water before closing it and placing it on the floor mat.
Seeing this, Cheng Lu immediately said, "If you leave the umbrella there, it could roll under the brake pedal if you brake suddenly. That's not safe. Give it to me."
Xu Xiuwen didn't expect her to be so attentive to details.
This attention to detail showed her concern.
Xu Xiuwen handed the umbrella over with a smile.
Cheng Lu took the umbrella, unfastened the strap, tidied up the umbrella, and then reattached the strap.
It was a small thing, but Cheng Lu did it slowly and gracefully, exuding elegance.
Xu Xiuwen started the car and headed towards Jiaotong University.
On the way, Cheng Lu talked about his new company.
Xu Xiuwen had already told Cheng Lu about buying a car and starting a company.
Cheng Lu had never opposed his decisions and often reminded him of various details.
Xu Xiuwen told her about the new employees he had hired, and Cheng Lu didn't have much to say about it.
Then they talked about TV shows, and finally about Cheng Lu's clothes.
Xu Xiuwen said, "You look really beautiful and elegant today. I like it a lot."
Cheng Lu asked, "Then why didn't you say so earlier?"
Xu Xiuwen chuckled, "I was so focused on you that I forgot to mention it."
Cheng Lu was pleased with his answer.
They soon arrived at Jiaotong University, entering through the north gate, and Xu Xiuwen drove the car near the dormitory building.
Xu Xiuwen didn't drive directly to the entrance, as it would be too conspicuous, and he was also worried about running into Xiao Youran.
He parked the car about 50 meters from the dormitory entrance.
Once the car was parked, Xu Xiuwen got out, helped Cheng Lu with her suitcase, escorted her to the dormitory entrance, and then returned to the car to wait.
About ten minutes later, Cheng Lu came back downstairs.
She walked to Xu Xiuwen's car with an umbrella, opened the door, and got in.
Since it was raining, their usual hangout spots were inconvenient, so they decided to chat in the car.
Xu Xiuwen drove to a secluded spot, parked the car, and moved to the back seat.
Cheng Lu followed him to the back seat.
They sat in the back chatting, and as they talked, their eyes met.
Not sure who initiated it, but they ended up kissing.
Xu Xiuwen, now emboldened, was not satisfied with just kissing and began to let his hands wander.
But as soon as he made a move, Cheng Lu grabbed his hand.
Xu Xiuwen coaxed, "Let me touch you. I can't hold back anymore."
"No way!"
Xu Xiuwen pretended not to hear and continued his actions.
Cheng Lu initially resisted but gradually loosened her grip...