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Around seven or eight in the evening, on the road outside the dormitory building of Jing University.NcEaPkzBRMAzqlfgHXpczUXthKfDVm

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By now, the sky had darkened, and the small yellow streetlights along the road had lit up. Ning Rushen was walking back with his three roommates.YcSbqueeIKSuRgeqSupqOmIcXEsQEa

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They had gone out to have some fun today.wyGvvIrmRlMYdloVtTrZuWWLcXGMxQ

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They found a KTV and ordered some fruit drinks.ZzsZVARqYtvFuzJNQrreXkdJSlYerK

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Midway through, Er Kang “Number Three,” Zhu Ming, insisted on showcasing his drink-shaking skills in front of everyone, standing on a high spot. As a result, he splashed the drink everywhere, like a human sprinkler.DaexTCVKlxLGLGSmumJiSqEoTIflWm

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Ning Rushen got drenched like a wet cat.hsZRFMBzsPCuuqPfvWAHNckQiJPOnT

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He went to the restroom to clean up, but he still carried a faint scent of alcohol, and his bangs were half-wet, clinging to his eyebrows.TUXMlKhOoFqOwEuIjQpZtBFsoSAZho

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The idiots beside him were still arguing:alaflYWBjNhTptkknYFnRdlhBxPiwK

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“You can be inexperienced, but at least you could have closed the lid!”spgMfHbKJVRLhFPueJQbfJRRYRCsmQ

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“Huh? Wasn’t it because of the high altitude and low air pressure that the liquid level rose and sprayed out?”cbTJovanUVTyvRSeNdPCjFfqrsZfLa

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“…” What a scientific excuse.NYTbbZYcFrSEbHFwPQHZxRwoJDtXuK

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Ning Rushen glanced sideways: a 1.77-meter altitude?gwVFZzolNkFaHwPGXXPnkvLlHbXxOv

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Amidst the bickering, they soon arrived in front of the dormitory building.GHyHerkTBAKUAqOdRUQdEtBqYKsmll

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Yu Xing suddenly looked up and exclaimed, “Damn, a handsome guy!”UMTkwyaGjueDddbpPEPUlHAvlqhUMV

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Ning Rushen turned his head and saw a tall, slender figure standing under a warm yellow streetlight in front of the dormitory building.gUlzeNcNyuzJFMytiUlYVcMgROuXkR

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Li Wuting was wearing a white shirt and light-colored suit pants, making him look even more youthful and handsome. He was holding a bag in one hand, clearly waiting for someone.NsFTTReJNFlqjmueSJLzCDDCPFqzVV

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Just standing there, he attracted everyone’s attention.loPmlVOAAesZHiJvTNqrXxIMqTTZCu

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Sun Shaoyong gasped, “Your…”KUCcXuhdbhhgNKkAGZxXTemMkrxSwd

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Ning Rushen was also startled, his heart tingling as if coming back to life: Didn’t Li Wuting forget? Why is he here?farejuyuLblpHtiAYCasoqYigKHvtV

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Is he here for me, or…AotJUFgmaVQvBSIEhshZKZnjnaUgXr

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While he was lost in thought, Li Wuting looked over.ySkBScOEiOnxoawGygFmuKHkFQzDiY

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Their eyes met, and in his gaze, there was a familiar mix of emotions—warmth, excitement, regret, and a hint of panic. His Adam’s apple moved as if he wanted to say something but held back, finally uttering:qxgthUNkrIKHgfuxHJKaOXDaciVlwR

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“…Rushen.”GTJgpTLceJAvIHNAdaPLWQVreouNrW

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Ning Rushen’s heart raced, sensing something.jkzJxpSEWhBMoobDZGJvneAxtasQjJ

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He walked over a few steps, holding his breath, “You…”jpsmNKEBshGmiXRcAnAbVcrywVByys

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As he got closer, the sweet scent of alcohol on him wafted over, and his dark, half-wet hair brushed past his eyebrows. His gaze, lifted under the streetlight, was bright and intoxicating, quite eye-catching.GtDCLJOMrluuSVOZoiQDEXRopHIwMM

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“I remembered.”IEllUgLdTCvdHveFkKEbllVUloFrLW

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Li Wuting’s emotions surged, and he blurted out in a low voice, “And I missed you.”jTCCPjdqyIdBIqyvqjzDNSGRqQGakq

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Ning Rushen’s breath hitched, instantly filled with joy.tcnXFRhzgNWgeYACxRUgsQlwOenGmY

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The two Er Kangs behind them opened their mouths in shock, quickly dragged away by Sun Shaoyong.CQwUBWNrQvGxlvllQbMjyOJLMJVJVp

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With no one else around, Ning Rushen no longer hid his excitement, “When did you remember?”fbzCzeJIPdqbLpQLctqVrAYdBnBJpH

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“Last night, in a dream,” Li Wuting said. “I was wrong during the day, making you feel so down.” He paused, as if unsure how to comfort him, then lifted the bag.YwkLdFBSBVAlrQmsfFdhKpiqrVoCiQ

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“I came in a hurry, only managed to buy these. See if you like them?”LSjpViiLotUBiEotbnPlqrUFlFleyf

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A large bag was opened in front of him.AHUjqULJcKgZdYaVvcNjukSqyKjDZc

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Ning Rushen looked inside and saw it was filled with pastries that suited his taste, along with various drinks and snacks.EkQgFehbPNhImakSTClFXpdZWZLiNE

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He immediately hugged it happily, “I like them!”zjqvdGXthPcisjYxUJPJYnYXnZsUdi

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Li Wuting looked at him, a slight smile tugging at his lips, then seemed to remember something and asked softly:WQgPmWOqncoxtVWXpFcSnsIITfuDUN

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“Are you still willing to eat my water and pastries?”NWsBRSmwDnwVxxykjwStTNWzNmkPDB

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“Huh?”xnbfGJlrBxlyjqoQuezfweqrnevixi

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Ning Rushen looked up and met his gaze, which carried a hint of cautiousness and concern, still remembering his earlier pout: I don’t want to drink your water.fUqhBTdUrShQhuoJOvGWygUiZoROpR

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His heart stirred, and the earlier disappointment completely vanished.YvdJWdKlNpqRQJGlwZlFsSUsbxcgDm

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He sweetly reached for Li Wuting’s hand, “I’ll eat.”DOpdFMXNhvIVtuQTTEoVIDDCHltwTg

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Only then did Li Wuting’s tense expression relax, and he also let out a happy “Hmm.”xTtLpbdJDGsLSaesEEupabciUDLvlj

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Ning Rushen asked again, “How did you find me?”JvQuYERvklArodiekajTSiBsNIOcqY

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“I heard you were at Jingda University, so I came looking for you.”QBnXtAuhBgfaPgScVwHRsXWESPeGps

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“You didn’t just wait here the whole time, did you?”yAMpbzQnlGBqtrHUXYBlOyOXIHfGmU

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Li Wuting pursed his lips, silently confirming.TEevpALJCyRivzNhOHIrIIFVLljVcK

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“…” Ning Rushen was utterly shocked. “You do know that college students can stay in their dorms all day without coming out, right?”NmNTPTYipGLnPzcoLvpfhyRVsSFIrs

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Li Wuting replied, “Then I’d wait another day. I want to see you, whether it’s two days, three days, or however many it takes.”aHLDXrGltLZmoEzwahUMlUJuNVIsQg

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His gentle voice carried an unintentionally alluring tone.enIntCaWhrjURiXEqaoBZFlTlDcJCm

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Ning Rushen, regardless of being right outside the dormitory, couldn’t help but throw himself into Li Wuting’s arms.YuzhnUpDjLRGhvABYgwtlXEprVLcDR

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The heartbeat in front of him suddenly quickened. Li Wuting wrapped his arms around Ning Rushen’s waist, tilting his head to kiss his ear. Ning Rushen shivered, his ears turning red. “Don’t…”maedeWxZvpVHYaufuDYLEpSnZBjgvV

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Li Wuting pulled back slightly, observing, “Still sensitive?”rLfRdMvtqHAUFXTuWcQXtjBcRWmaFz

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Ning Rushen nodded, “Yeah.”ermEjiagNMerbjsDOvsujrtwAvMJhC

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He had always been sensitive, even before he transmigrated.nRLkINLUCYwjqqcttWetVaOGIUiUKp

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Li Wuting suddenly remembered what the imperial physician had said: Ning Rushen’s sensitivity was psychological, not a physical issue. He gently touched the reddened ear:nFKoaUGvJJuhnUNgdOZOzCDiQjveXJ

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“So it’s innate.”gsNsZcTbSAqNsfhqmKOiusAsVrIQSk

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Ning Rushen scrunched up his face, “What?”WrqZPyQfonpuDwxSPdAGXjsBIcEpFu

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“Nothing.” Li Wuting’s Adam’s apple bobbed. Even though they were already an old married couple, he felt as nervous as a teenager in love. “So now… am I still your boyfriend?”NAkoGWyJSnawPqCFYnZaBcvJNgtwjf

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Ning Rushen, also feeling oddly shy, his heart pounding, replied, “Why are we going backward? Aren’t you my old…”MqjOWYeHJFZKSlSlsDhWXfXpFFythq

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Li Wuting seemed excited, “Old what?”wMkTRbYVqGkNaGUXhjppHnCMIixfFZ

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Ning Rushen tried to stay composed, “Old partner, right?”SgMEtVSVsFcdXLVYOKIdlnMMOyOCpi

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“…” Li Wuting lowered his gaze, puzzled.szgbDiNNzdJeJUNCGsWujJNFaJTjwK

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Ning Rushen returned to his dorm before curfew.odWwDydZDLftGKCtuDiZBXvLwOuWVq

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He and Li Wuting exchanged contact information, and he changed the WeChat note to: 【Long Long】hKnKqwThKRArIxwavSKmKWbPYLwIdQ

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He had initially wanted to include the surname and make it cuter, “Little Li…” but as soon as he started saying it, Li Wuting covered his mouth.fkklCEWziQIkyzGAczuzOuLtpMgyOE

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Li Wuting said, “Not great.”ulBgiwebcPpENfxTUgPazpWfDyyRIK

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“…”OuNHCHXqumvImSBmvvMtSdKmJioiVS

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Now, Ning Rushen was sending messages on WeChat.lggAXqePzAAjIXFPlCGDpHySijfvTo

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He walked into the dorm carrying snacks, a wide smile on his face.DDPffPyTaeYXoldTbhsPpADZVhzbtZ

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As soon as he entered, his roommates swarmed around him.nSvFNHnCrAsevzobZJmYFFfJOttlJW

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“What’s going on? What’s the situation?” “Who’s that handsome guy? He even bought stuff for you!”xGLqYLSYrglQCkIbGMcfgEirwOGJYz

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“…A blind date,” Ning Rushen said seriously, putting away his phone. “Now he’s my boyfriend.”FUZDvFyBibpTZYalBOhDQkXkQkYhCe

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Yu Xing was stunned, “Weren’t you just in the ‘getting to know each other’ phase yesterday?”dbhUpvKmbbNxIvRGKLKeGKOuNobOUf

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“Well, it’s been a whole day now.”FTzjQzmfXdIBoRkDrOqKAtCUSJODoG

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“??” That’s skipping steps!XqHrxnBcOQwphqMFdPGZxoUOBHEmeI

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…Wait, so the blind date was a guy?MpMwOihFclaAfExGBcrdbaJHhintpx

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Zhu Ming looked concerned, “Rushen, don’t get fooled by some guy pretending to be a rich, handsome man.”pTdLbsyyHYYxbELhcElfyZgiGjSrgo

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Ning Rushen handed out some snacks, “Don’t worry, just search ‘Li Wuting.'”jCXtXdOqkjnMwnpPdjjGJXYpMqPATX

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The two of them fiddled with their phones for a moment, then exclaimed:XunGxQoPbtePwYVFdCHyzDyhLHsQmG

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“Holy crap!!!”UNFgzeecLmBbvEKKgHRUoXJETNzAMd

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“Wait, isn’t that the super delicious cake?”uLtPbCDvGPpLgeVGnBzYmjuEAujnba

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Sun Shaoyong, sitting nearby, remained unfazed, exuding a faint sense of superiority as he shook his leg: What’s the big deal?ABLyyqWHDbiUgywLnNePkzfSqSXKnZ

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Ning Rushen glanced at him with a sigh:MHPpeEJpwNgfcUXHVMvYTapmqYdMkE

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Who was it that, when meeting the emperor, opened his mouth so wide his throat was practically in the royal presence?YurTUZkeRPDXQlKvuedpNkbuRXWnGk

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After exchanging contact information, the two quickly fell back into their old married couple routine.SfdNqzTFVyelXkxVWGvEcjLKLZcJTF

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The next day happened to be the weekend.gjEQyngUGUVIcIObRREqGfSFlrNcwX

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Li Wuting, barely reclaiming his status as “old partner,” immediately clung to his cat again.cNIKYtVrtTcrOZTmURyWWpYLsKRUhV

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He drove to the university to pick up Ning Rushen:wfzdtQpZKbaMLTLWIapEuBqYdvysOL

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“Do you want to check out my apartment? I bought some daily necessities and your clothes these past couple of days, you…”loIecWhKcdiKjTYvecltgxysGueYHs

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Ning Rushen turned to look at him. Li Wuting’s profile seemed calm and natural, but his fingers tapped lightly on the steering wheel.ONKmPlOMteWvwhKkTciTOUwcTXFfOb

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So subtly hinting at “wanting to live together”…zcyCTEyFpOqMnHmeYUrrqRqeRLpIIX

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Sure enough, it was still that Li Wuting.VKwZjgHMEqMgVUtAwHWqnuSTlXYWOE

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He adjusted his seatbelt and turned back to the front, pursing his lips as he asked, “Is this the new nest you built for me?”OfdTBKuEroQlPshGUWEWANnSMfCgIJ

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Catching the underlying meaning in his words, the voice beside him immediately softened, “Yes.”FFOzqtBgJfkbyyGhYpDssObSyMNiJl

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Nanyuan Apartment is located in the city center, within the Jiangjing District.MYgMANhSwGpUGvmZYTeFCHKCQRpjSf

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The community is quiet and elegant, with elevator apartments featuring one unit per floor, stacked in two levels.NvfFsEWNIaBmJuGPSFvuADAfURCapQ

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As Li Wuting opened the door, the clean and bright interior came into view.tzlfrvRRAOGHaJzbzuVYVzmTxsjfBL

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The spacious living room was decorated in a simple yet luxurious style, but in the middle, there was a soft, fluffy rug and a cozy-looking bean bag chair—clearly new additions from the past couple of days.XEPJBAEewSeqEjOvITVFHotwZrRQGE

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Ning Rushen’s heart raced: …Is this the legendary place where you never want to leave once you arrive?bOCuNVvzqVsQXjAzmXoSordtorJevC

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The door closed behind them.uYHjqKETAyuNGeWWlOxFQNQFnoIVFO

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Li Wuting tilted his head slightly, observing his expression, “Do you like it?”gZMbZcBpDxLQXJwadNwgflmEwOhfaH

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Ning Rushen’s eyes sparkled, “I love it!”mZcDdOHzUGwCAdOuTqlLZStRdQZSen

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Li Wuting then took his hand and led him on a tour of both levels, showing him the living room, dining area, bedroom, and walk-in closet.TMnFoOZHLXorsPoRUkFbKkgUCtsNCv

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All the daily necessities and clothes had already been moved in.nqxXohQLyazPQiJfzQNYhndEysAQhO

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The only thing missing was Ning Rushen himself, ready to settle in.XNkAEYfhjtYlRWdnEtDgXLVRoSlHYp

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Ning Rushen took in the entire space.mbeyfLliPNhnDLTsHcqhullYhEiVCF

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The wave of excitement in his heart hadn’t yet subsided when he was suddenly struck by another thought.pKmLYEdLNkuShzgvHTGZVzFsIqQFJU

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In this world, he hadn’t felt such a sense of belonging in a long time.wLGtJTTiWicZqiBbViqYUGLWUGQryo

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A place that was entirely his own.bMYaFAZTmQUHzuUKcWHHHiYdFYJVLc

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At that moment, Li Wuting tightened his grip slightly and asked, “How about coming to stay on weekends? And during your winter and summer breaks…”jIppzFFMVVRuILxXkBMdrZvUxtufAl

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He paused, “Do you need to go back somewhere else?”SpdNTFBaogQCbtbMywzmzQDUfQOWjv

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“No,” Ning Rushen squeezed his hand, “I’ll come here.”pXxaZUBGNTgJKSkacjEBhLjSWWRgDb

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His parents had passed away unexpectedly when he was very young, and since then, he had been shuffled between various relatives, growing up on the kindness of others. During holidays, he would occasionally stay with relatives, but…FNQFgWqdisPvHMlYpaKOnfcaMcnBUU

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“It’s not good to always trouble others.”MMUIbKUwaPhJCxEfxvOQQYFlgdJsMt

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The hand holding his tightened even more.JGYtOiSRVttLVPPcHuBRdbwgBVAswl

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Li Wuting was silent for a moment before gently pulling him into an embrace, “From now on, this will be our home.”IMCzfCbnUrvlHXyNXLvTTkmhZyOwtT

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Our home.RbKamUCtUgGttdIcElAvtYTyCkElMP

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Just like many years ago, when Li Wuting had said, “Our Great Cheng.”mdDaochguPOxvPeqjfUuyWfHUBFtHm

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Ning Rushen nestled into his arms, “Mmm.”cpayecIFCesvHQwNvnnxoaJXDtYCoh

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He finally had a place of his own.hhRvrbWwAgFClRUwHJZCMwwTNwspuq

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With his new home settled, he started coming over to stay from time to time.AGYpvWakMnThDsjNrbiEjgecmGxbKr

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The bean bag chair that he loved the most eventually became a shared spot for the two of them.jhfXlQZkIPZQAjFkzRwPEJjKeZZKHz

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Li Wuting lounged on the bean bag, and Ning Rushen lounged on Li Wuting.EJJHxWbjERMAIrtunPMpzKCbdKVbhv

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Ning Rushen struggled to get up, “No nesting dolls allowed…”EfKEVNEeeBczCzDnuAwbvdrldsCcgk

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“Stop moving,” Li Wuting held him still and asked softly, “How about a kiss?”lheByrtvnTBYSPYsNQWzqYOHFpvFvi

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Ning Rushen’s heart skipped a beat.rrvhowxvXjXZOXwklkmfzcaLaHADPL

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Then, warm, dry lips pressed against his, skillfully parting his lips and coaxing him into a kiss.kLsXDcEmzOIblWMStRdYjrhljQlzzd

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“Mmm…” His body trembled slightly.gEPicNLYCazogAvMiTOxxTwEhaHITp

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He was sitting entirely in Li Wuting’s lap. They had already weathered many storms together in their past lives, and now, with their youthful bodies full of passion, they naturally entangled.MJrLRHvumtOzpyVCZRVEIpKXOsINTe

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Li Wuting’s physical strength remained the same.zeuACLDdcxkHURkToSkFBMkKXRoEMu

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But Ning Rushen had returned to a more innocent state, and Li Wuting held him carefully, not wanting to push too hard, his neck flushed and damp with sweat.okUoTzRstMRSDXpkcbBqhRedJIjFNl

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The bean bag chair was placed against the floor-to-ceiling window.MGRCHVVLuMQhsupEPtmbsrdCBiEzWC

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From here, they could see the expansive river view on both sides, with sunlight filtering through the half-open white curtains.vDJdDimgNEWKWAYkipofQtVwgIhnbo

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Ning Rushen’s knees were pressed against the floor, turning red, as he asked with a heated face, “Didn’t you prepare anything?”zERJFQHqzhfoHRquqKzDKqSiAMiAGV

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“At the time, I didn’t think that far ahead. I just wanted you to move in.”lffiGsFnrXVBwhhmSLblAoMarttoDB

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Li Wuting hugged him tighter and kissed him, “…We’ll go buy some tonight.”UQhrFduFFxrXvRvAaGckFYiumNGtZD

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When he said “buy,” Ning Rushen didn’t think much of it.qVVxyCgadqUkuKVpPjzdjmbSmZBLdn

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Until that night, when he saw Li Wuting sitting on the edge of the bed in the bedroom, studying a pile of indescribable items with a serious expression.RxaGUFhXuPxdlbBktnwKpezyiJnGQe

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Ning Rushen’s body stiffened, “What… are these?”dhprcVJssQzSwKQKUIJRbMHNQrHqQn

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A magnolia-shaped lamp was lit by the bed, casting a soft glow.SFYzzIpKTcZFSiMyGWdagoyRtzPyMb

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Li Wuting was dressed in a restrained shirt and suit pants, his sleeves rolled up. Upon hearing this, he pursed his lips and looked up, “In the past, conditions were limited… I was afraid of hurting you, so I always bought things to try first.”NFzhpyeGRnLsezEUQeUZBWZqJdDEfY

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Ning Rushen was momentarily stunned by this scene.rRXOLglqeDAwRUWhdNQCyquDiowpXz

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His heart pounded, and his face grew hot, “N-no need.”ZFyMFBxNuPxRXwSHEhtFIPiwGBcDKA

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Before he could finish, he was pulled over.DFbFHzfZkEOCbfoXYWMjPFvxtKoMhG

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Li Wuting closed his eyes and kissed him, his face flushed as he naturally said, “What’s the big deal?”wxOhSXvcvxYbhhpweoNbPpdqsbJFML

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Ning Rushen screamed internally: This is a big deal!asOSXfNcwcuaLevvezMDvKGdiTPmbM

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He pressed against Li Wuting’s shoulder, trying to get up, “No, mm…” His words were cut off by a series of subtle tingles! His body trembled, and he was effortlessly pressed down.fVHUvfeYLNOSelVdKwNkBUlimPgwxl

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His remaining rationality was drowned in the heat of the moment.hnqjmEKfDjUFMxPrekNYIStZhMsEFI

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The magnolia lamp cast two faint shadows.rzboyjlkoUlevEjXNbIrJtXPPWhvWj

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It was unclear how much time had passed.fRhAVduFEskwRyGJXBnqBBVMYiKorX

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Ning Rushen’s consciousness was hazy, feeling the warm breath near his ear, seemingly carrying a hint of amusement:HAYzOpJpjZDirmzNsMKOhJZsXxETBJ

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“The prosperous era you spoke of… it truly is good.”qDzDVlFBPSrJsPOJvynTYcLSAmCnSZ

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“!”nRlndNGXoHbsYsnTdOXEoKcqPEHMXP

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He tilted his neck, biting his knuckle, and tightly closed his eyes in a muffled voice:OSgjBWzPHSskmmEjhDDWSPmiWKIxYE

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…Yes, this prosperous era is as you wished.IcNZGVgCdlheqpnvLhUTfCVHdRpNFI

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The next day was the weekend.fZdQfruIyhZsClYJHjyhZzeTTgpEHo

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Ning Rushen was still buried under the covers, sleeping with a rosy complexion, while Li Wuting had already gotten up, dressed, and was preparing to go to the office for overtime.ZNmOALPyTaCKizexzQPRyOARXOhOxZ

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Now that he had a cat to take care of, he needed to earn some treats.CWYpkeYAHbRnMhnxdsBVidhKFFFYte

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He tidied up the surroundings, left a note on the bedside table, and then left the bedroom.VvXknVevgZWYMkXIufPBlcIQWxoCxx

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Just before stepping out, Li Wuting suddenly paused.dKAKbQwNPYKOINJSgRKYzAcogNLmUw

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He then made a call back to the main house.zaMQcMeelZpzecJmvvdhgNivBLNHjo

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The call connected, and the steward spoke, “Sir?”sbkQRIEYJgQJdpwOgYKMBfBEBGtblL

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Li Wuting said, “Pick out some mild tonics from home and send them to the apartment.” He added, “Pick the good ones.”OGUHzOHDpNYwJKTWcRrHZgpKDSBzZR

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The steward thought to himself, aren’t all the ones at home top quality?QlwuVnkzzdoFbCNVrVrKhQhZaCsATZ

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He replied, “Yes, sir.”eVzieACNquqvqcmvjoYvfpRAGRbLvb

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After hanging up, Li Wuting left the apartment.ESwvsIiSuSZOecDJEYsFzvcSBJSlKh

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At the Li family’s main house. The steward had just put down the phone when he heard a question from the staircase:qTIFpAcxDCmblLwoQTmnKQGkudqAIh

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“Was that Tingting?”oQlekwXCsQPycwFsohwjUwLcDchyza

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The steward turned to see Madam coming down from upstairs.CykNhcHRcKODOwTOPdLdycsTdEfqUo

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“Yes, Madam. Sir asked to send some mild tonics over.”YokaMRaNRqROETMTUlFhcWgxqQASmK

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Yan Yu was surprised, “Huh, does he still need tonics?”EhyQGKaoKqRotjWPQLABypdxBRyLtQ

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The steward wasn’t sure either, so he followed the instructions and picked out some tonics. Just as he was about to leave, Yan Yu called out to him:ETxthjVOxIKyoNhHbkuduZUDaqiBSr

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“Wait, send one more thing over.”UPjJOizTEGWjkgPtDatbMxQuEzSdjD

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“What does Madam want to send?”oftWxsozsQAaTCSOaamHcWAWqCUrIP

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Yan Yu was already eagerly putting on her shoes, “Me.”IAfQvimrzAXIJkqGfyPuYSPkrqXOiX

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The steward: ?DRQwyBJrCWozUltAvmukEheGqMJkkI

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…klLyiEEPFfYvBsUdEQdJaCQAJHYpto

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When Ning Rushen woke up, the daylight was already bright.tnaUqeJUsaTsCCgvHvjhOBtflwuFws

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His body was sore, and he did a lazy roll in bed, the blanket fluttering.dnYZMyWCeqvTSOZnDHgqVESQcKGkwu

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The note on the bedside table silently drifted down.qRuPpACyHNIuFsGwoSOcBZpHaGUHUB

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Ning Rushen didn’t notice, patting around to search, “Li Wuting, Li Wuting…”OoHBLkJsoHvmDpFAtuIknxYuQLqKVY

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After patting around and not finding anyone, he woke up: ?TpHrCHnkAXlBhdBvklhIzghXpEqXjc

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The bedside was empty, and the room had been tidied up.cUCDfjDYdlKiwlXPjIasVBgvHCleMN

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Ning Rushen casually grabbed a piece of clothing, a white T-shirt of Li Wuting’s, which he had used as pajamas because of its looseness.iIiOCnDDfEfmxIfmKdFWpoLINUIvXy

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As he dressed, a faint sound of a door closing came from downstairs.xQIGXETeawqhqdakWdJYgeYlwKVhsG

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He turned: …Did Li Wuting go out? Or just come back?qEztygGjBAJrNwVWfwlhwYsUXijUqD

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He was still sleepy and didn’t think much of it.tHASFBQIEwZfsPaVGeIWmABwODjpGM

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Putting on shorts, he got up and went downstairs, “Li Wuting, Li Wuting, Li Wuting”kkRjGfDCfvOIZDhcpceIlmXKJAjPWZ

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Ning Rushen followed the wall all the way down.nlkSxdZjnSOSDJIPzHUOWVJQkiRYdI

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Just as he stepped out of the stairwell, he saw a graceful and beautiful woman standing at the door, her chestnut wavy hair cascading down her back, looking around with an expression identical to his:FnGKrDwpVGQIGOKMArylDtQownkhKl

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“Son? Son, son”nSvrirsBAwwvNvbbRBslkkvkWdyHas

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Their gazes and voices converged simultaneously in the living room.QaqWsefnzSYKemDALoYopOEOxLqUdT

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Ning Rushen halted in his tracks, eyes widening: Huh?RKCtuQmgjzxHZhXlDvZjgWSvCGHNpO

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He was still wearing Li Wuting’s T-shirt, a tuft of hair sticking up from sleep.ROILRAtpJjDZKzcgzmOxRcZSTmqwLh

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At the doorway, Yan Yu blinked: …Oh my?MubWvAoFPTKlOpkNhZRQBalSkDmdKr

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Chapter 95: Present Fate IIIvkdKaPTvIcCWxYBFYlSKbdlUPOVPcP

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Ning Rushen was stunned:lctnozlznNaPBBcokAvVmEFTamftll

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Is this… Li Wuting’s mother?AfEnQjofqBkOCNWGjjLtYKqPNSWGVa

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He instinctively recalled the Virtuous Imperial Concubine from his past life, but before he could confirm, the woman’s eyes suddenly lit up!odcmBCAudjIgMNPGpoUHXUivqLpgsE

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Yan Yu walked over in a few steps, reached out, and cupped his face with both hands, “Oh! Where did this child come from?”dGtgCztYEzqwcbYgTKXOscMHLJOrOy

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Ning Rushen’s lips were immediately squeezed into a pout.rsRPaJPzZDNbUMozTyIXGmOGmGdDdN

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He cautiously glanced at the nails just inches away, swallowing nervously:NIzlpipjeACRzaDfuqRgpJJfLFnhXo

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“Auntie, hello, I’m Ning Rushen. I’m…”afKHbQZKPDLCdidKqsRYOWHbEIlTtJ

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He paused: What should he say? Boyfriend?WCgMNwzbWDhuVLORYBTbIYOjyjIwfk

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Would Li Wuting’s mother mind? Should he say he came to share a nest?ajkzTFELqitQcTRMeIpvhkHlwaDkcK

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With his face still cupped, Ning Rushen’s gaze wandered.VyWZLHIDTsFPUVKBLjBlNcTSLWMUqM

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He was still wearing Li Wuting’s T-shirt, the oversized collar revealing his fair neck, with a few mottled red marks from the man’s passionate attentions.OGKjvlJgThXtOTyNCezoYdMWGQpWau

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Yan Yu saw it at a glance: Oh dear.zqPjsyzkNuUeySWgIDSIXmbxcdmXyy

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She let go of his face, “Are you Tingting’s boyfriend?”mBKDEQqUnpHWipklksEaSciYZnKmzI

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Ning Rushen snapped back to reality, startled, “Yes.”zUikwAJzHTAKkISUzRMTVSqOGnfhCG

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Wait, what’s with “Tingting”…lUPVLjoWwLQUiBEuKRiCblazNMaZKN

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Yan Yu had already eagerly pulled him downstairs, “No wonder Tingting wanted tonics. His physique… turns out it was for his boyfriend~”IonyLlriAqkzBmUeYtmHpiLuhmDAVR

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Huh? Tonics???dMAeylbbbykJieZwAWlAGlFwRKsSpy

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Li Wuting was looking down on him again!WvQccnjfkTAUeTcMhcqCdzJJYzalSr

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Seeing that the woman seemed quite accepting, Ning Rushen felt a bit more at ease. Turning his head, he noticed a pile of gift boxes by the entrance and went over to move them:wWsoTaSAIixbnEBkkogYoudaiHqtzJ

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“Auntie, I’ll put these on the table first.”dTTvEoBhuzQBNbzWrEQCRDLrZqFivB

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Yan Yu followed with a gossipy expression, “No rush, no rush, let me have some melon first.”rJpgsvbpmdvUoeAkNPiBJHWydZzkCe

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Just as she was about to ask, Ning Rushen obediently opened the fridge and pulled out a large watermelon, “…Is chilled okay?”pNPSrkizgpWsAKsacrvnmgnWMMMJEU

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Yan Yu: ?vIDDHELjcvpGHZllqEaRaUiKhbEEuP

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Yan Yu, “Oh, sure, cut it into pieces.”PJVsVUavlPBEnxpxmvwmUNLwGfvmPj

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…fvwSbMVJtbKqFCHqJApGbjenGezHXf

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By noon, Li Wuting returned.cvUCOjkMCgveCHoZVggcHMiufkjdWB

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The company and apartment weren’t far apart, and he had brought lunch back for Ning Rushen.lMkjoAObaEEoWcqWgpApKvBKtBADUB

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He wondered if his cat had woken up yet, why hadn’t he sent a message.ifnJiWuUlFlAESyMEaHZgiyiqBWzVe

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As he pushed the door open,IOYBofaedihjWXmhMWVmSLCqCnUSxx

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His eyes met the two people in the living room.DKazqllgbmmtVBcvcCOdAQtERvwNlT

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Ning Rushen and Yan Yu were each holding a slice of melon, munching away, and looked up in unison at the sound:cMAZYWwAtEzFsGagxPVKpgecbJnpJg

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“You’re back.”BWjQjYqPQZUzrkcIxRNcJOeYCMNiFx

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Li Wuting: …?oChJqLdjorCLSnLdEbgYwbPkDYQvrg

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He stared at this surreal scene, silent for a long moment before entering and closing the door, “Mom, what are you doing here?”FzLPXmwGVdcvgEehriyPJOxBSxNFnm

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“I came with the tonics.”NFQRzdQlbzfTHOQlQDEECXrYSVSVAP

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Yan Yu frowned slightly, scolding, “Tingting, it’s not that Mom wants to nag. But how could you choose the bushes outside the company building for your first date with Xiao Ning? What were you thinking!”GKudScaaLEmXoSBSVPrIWUaHwTMtjE

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“…” Li Wuting looked at Ning Rushen: ???SDbJxYaxOIUYeCiTbYbVhuYUtbkMZZ

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Ning Rushen buried his head in the melon, crunching away.FoltprRKCrogBMHJeHKplbeFcxAgoJ

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Don’t look at me… Mom asked how we met, I couldn’t exactly say it was a past life connection, could I?JFgXLvGObMefUDiVTFiZjbUdAGygUO

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Li Wuting paused, then went along with it, “Yes, that was my fault, I’ve already apologized to Rushen.”OPiJlLhkaKddLCiesMyHRYernNYBNE

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Oh? Yan Yu glanced at her son in surprise.fNuvokrWCzQawdIHQqplqcfSXjoXuH

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Ning Rushen finally looked up again, casually calling out, “Tingting, come have some melon.”cPNsnwUbRLWfCnlkjNxEqhcZAFADUt

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Li Wuting’s gaze fell on him, “…”FyUppfujwmUCLXSdDtFRRMNpEspTyZ

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Ning Rushen called out eagerly, “Tingting, come sit!”edsVPWqQUAgWIwpoivlbGZAQyRqvqe

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Li Wuting gave a faint smile and sat down beside him. Ning Rushen felt a strange thump in his chest but remained unperturbed:ZZypPQxQJNrURpXQTIZzKEiwJyAapw

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It’s fine, he’s already immune to “Shenshen” anyway.elKhSobCMvdjsCZXezBWWuOfirDDBM

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As he was thinking, a long arm reached out beside him to take the watermelon, and a low voice whispered close by, “Got it, baby.”qNFDRlVDvqijHJGPsAdkARcJVqaBmM

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Ning Rushen’s mind exploded: Damn it!pADSZslOXfaNoHHeunwBsGMNWkkAUD

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Li Wuting… What was Li Wuting shouting in broad daylight!?NlknnLaJnviWinEsLSVeofwkGRMFhg

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His face flushed all the way to the base of his neck, and he didn’t dare meet Li Wuting’s gaze. He quickly scooted closer to the trembling side: Mommy’s protection.xzSYzgVTvmtyQGVDJHzNVAQwgZcOgg

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Yan Yu glanced over: Oh my, so red~LKKdljMcRIkQsIMXHsZYKTWPzsqjhy

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She had no idea her son could be so cheesy.PWDkoYCuxGIoNjQhZPixHoOkcpcBmA

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After a while, the plate of watermelon was finished.eeQtKCNgYUSSCWIQccrdBdZjYrhWbc

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Ning Rushen took the plate of rinds to the kitchen. Since Li Wuting’s mother was here, he had to act a bit more composed.WFRuotJtNuBhdldfxSPfHkJswVxFVD

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For some reason, Li Wuting let him go.QspHYWNjBAzLFoJXFRuHzauyPpEIvZ

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The kitchen was a bit of a distance from the living room.tqxJwlXEBlwpmLQGHVEtQKAocLymEn

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Once that figure disappeared behind the kitchen door, Li Wuting let out a soft sigh and looked at Yan Yu, “Mom, don’t ask… about his family.”mrMDbFBPRfGccqCjNylKhEEXxMfvwD

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Yan Yu blinked, then smiled gently, “Mm, Mom understands.”QSTLpuDYPlIhGhwveoiCVLwgVHMlQQ

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Yan Yu stayed for lunch before heading back.xKFLSTyeaKLPPbJmijesIoVvNAQIsR

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After she left, Li Wuting pulled Ning Rushen back, “What did you talk about?”GdKdXvaGKAEdTnHGNVyHuNCZmNYqTH

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Ning Rushen mumbled, “Just, this and that.”NPoQrpyWpKXycFmcCpswUcySDyYaqK

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Li Wuting saw through it:hkuMfPeTbOTIeeTFzjDvuabiPyxPJR

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Ah, they talked about their “blind date” in the greenbelt.VkyltQMqWWUqoolbcEAcKFFkXTJypy

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He let the topic go lightly, then pinched Ning Rushen’s face to examine it, “Did my mom’s nails scratch you?”hYhmMlFFnZJQwjRWiyqQhKtbpNrPvg

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“…No.”DZEsEPKBKHrGquCNBUTjQOGLlSDjHv

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Hearing this, Ning Rushen suddenly had an epiphany, “Your mom, she… is she…”oePbxDHcNDiGQAxGxWFQULhvGsxINc

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Li Wuting nodded, “The same name, the same… temperament.”McvmyCzeiqbOlLkujPRNjPyMrntoek

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Ning Rushen vaguely caught the word “reckless” that slipped from his lips. He skipped over this little episode and suddenly felt a touch of emotion, even happy for Li Wuting.OrvbRvysdIWjsSrFUzZHdgBMBgvacV

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After all, in their previous life, Virtuous Imperial Concubine had passed away early.NIfXqbEJZVvUlvwmWGXpUruEgafuEs

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“Why could your mother also reunite with us in this life?”AhVcpuNkstMhkMvNaUqlQEVgvtbQzF

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After a moment of silence, Li Wuting chuckled softly, “Perhaps… it’s because we lit an Eternal Flame Lamp for her in that life.”cSGXhCxHlWdiNxQLbvXJxHGkKpmypS

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And every year, Li Wuting personally carved a bowl lotus in front of that lamp.hVXzMrzTXqEjeXvXXPMlCImKgSzAGo

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Ning Rushen’s heart stirred, “Mm.”oZdfHKQiVvnzWpjElVTxRRCqYKSCdL

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Li Wuting held his hand and looked down, “So every bit of regret in this world might be made up for in the next life.”HywKxTjwRQQPFVUHiJyFYUBlhqmijN

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Deep in his eyes, unspoken words were hidden.TqsCCEixFclWdqCNIGaavAKGcmxGJj

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But Ning Rushen understood his comfort.LLqMFbvzuPUOgNoAMRpdUvRPnjMzJo

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His eyes welled up, feeling tears about to fall, so he quickly changed the subject, “By the way, where did you go this morning?”FcfmoNJoZBDCuIMjOHQLNADCpEvkbS

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“Went to the company for some overtime.”YbUwUhwhwvQfLSZOPCwMjpcxORKSHy

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“Even a CEO has to work overtime?” Ning Rushen laughed, “In those novels, aren’t they always attending banquets? Or flying around on private jets.”pwSVZmKJZKTLPWZPFRxxsqqjjQNHNQ

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Li Wuting said lightly, “Am I an exhibit?”bHMkbtxQzKoPvdmAKRbcCfYbGbXrDp

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Ning Rushen: .ZIvllgHsnnqFOfluxlBAsEFnCQISwt

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He shyly reached out, “Next time you work overtime, I’ll go with you.”wOVzLyBrjqWqLlsEVquQNHQZAoqgaf

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Li Wuting didn’t refuse, giving his hand a squeeze, “Alright.”NaDIpSrSFQNNzhzSWqacOXxHHHbVHQ

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They went to the company together that afternoon.iZCWuoEySuiHkchXoIcAgrPvqUPXNH

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Li Wuting parked the car in the underground parking lot and took Ning Rushen directly up in the elevator.xBhyAydRsaPVUkziXKRlVFbjPqRNLx

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The transparent elevator ascended, offering a view of the entire company.EeUNojafCEkENFjxmIFBxmzJELZaJA

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Ning Rushen pressed against the glass, “Last time I came, I couldn’t even get in.”fzMSRZOObSkQQIuVFrzaYKQtsKCWhT

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Li Wuting pursed his lips, “That won’t happen again. I’ll have everyone recognize you. You can come whenever you want.”igyQDALHtVotUdQDhImpgyhbRZmQCd

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“Are you going to post my headshot in the company group?”FzYndmJfrmzQutSKkiKBdOyUERkKRi

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“…” Li Wuting patted his faintly visible brain, “Just notify the front desk.”cuITwEypDJfVniIQphPcwIIkYNMLpv

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Ning Rushen realized, “I’ve been in ancient times for too long.”nIbYAYiagdFiemwdaeMVowhYIskrLY

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Before he could shift his thoughts from the images plastered all over the streets.AsWluLpUEcKwIMPtpCorqTXJhlJmJa

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Ding! The elevator reached the top floor.KyYFzmMjQzUIVTuUJfAefSxphsFskw

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As the elevator doors opened, they were greeted by two secretaries who had come to the company to work overtime.YjGbAIcyUcGoenYuyUIDJAxYHCWXcH

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“President Li!” they greeted, then glanced curiously at Ning Rushen beside him. Who was this?yTTryPiWBrsoxsElnrEkedktYoGivJ

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Li Wuting responded with a nod but said nothing more, merely raising his hand to hold the elevator door open. He turned and said, “Let’s go.”DKDZudBwBWltUppWOoXMVCOYIBnMnY

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Ning Rushen stepped out and turned his head, waiting for him.zQAnRlONNkMlwZUBiNxwVEdYNEKVix

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Li Wuting followed, naturally taking his hand and leading him towards the office.RBcWSRnGgdiCrhEzeXVUQHHoYoNeCs

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The two secretaries: ???TKxRoiEUFLTOhecOatvTULQsgkmynk

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After they had walked away, the secretaries finally processed what they had seen and excitedly opened the company’s chat group to send messages:umsyzqXEMZfNplokntsVUacqoTxwdn

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“OMG OMG OMG!”OkyYytGwGosOflXfXRheNBUjzBBYAG

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“The boss brought his boyfriend to the company, and he’s so good-looking!!!”YhasppPxsucKdUnUmiRsyPXSHHcKhf

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The messages instantly flooded to 99+!nBLlMlyKegvtHGbAQLWCsTupxZSlgA

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Ning Rushen was unaware of the explosion in the Mingcheng Group’s internal chat. He followed Li Wuting into the office.epMYAZlDxelJiajMrxrFAKOTIJBalo

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The CEO’s office was spacious and bright, with a full-length window as standard.zzBinmTiRMiJOtxuzRaJZcBfONdwHu

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A wooden desk was placed in the center, and on the other side was a small reception area with a coffee table and sofa.JqhoeaVxXpMrGlqjKtMACkHXzepeYz

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Li Wuting settled Ning Rushen on the sofa:QGorqrWxjImqsKdWttPwyPhIpmZGOn

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“I’ll have someone bring you some snacks. What would you like to drink? Do you prefer a tablet or a computer?”LxNBGjQQIpCpUjvtuXfITpdbZjWuwX

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Ning Rushen felt as if he had come to supervise the work.KUZmuGjywbbTwMnbJBctxtoPmFNGbP

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After he casually replied, Li Wuting made an internal call to summon Xiao Xiang. Xiao Xiang came in carrying a pile of snacks and a tablet, only to see Ning Rushen sitting on the small sofa.XpAVwLCHVlUXzlxsDwLVITslHfmGfc

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His pupils shook: He’s already made himself at home!GbApkGuPHZMSPvVjgdrBfZyvlmpspD

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Then, his superior took the snacks and placed them in front of Ning Rushen, not forgetting to open the drink:DLFkSOGRVRyMNyqtxcxSkynlTSPYxE

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“Take a look for now, call me if you need anything.”PFEupZxXRKUUqZJNjeWYycIGCdsQHB

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Xiao Xiang watched as if in a dream: …VDuObYKdtAniszkOCbXDfKPLCSxufB

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Ning Rushen was overwhelmed by the provisions and suddenly felt as if he was being served in front of the emperor, “Alright.”evcMAPVSzcbsKXxfYaKknaHIuxBdlb

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He nestled on the sofa for over two hours.rSQlmhHUJrnqpdfryVRFbYzmiAieJB

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During this time, Li Wuting held a video conference, reviewed several proposals, and typed away for a long time.lLzZygvuxgSdvqJLngLWqdnhQaSVuz

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Approaching four o’clock, he finally saw Li Wuting stop and stand up.QwkvYWDOlneVoagZPNCregVaDqyiWQ

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Ning Rushen looked up, “Finished?”RevKAFFtGUrYKXZVWFnZPuGfCEmBAz

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Li Wuting glanced over, “Time to stretch.”YQXGPRSKOXwuiHoitUUvTpcKZWGcDj

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Ning Rushen put down the tablet and went over.gnxqYZTbCWofYrpCQAgUCqAXbCuPNB

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Behind the desk was a large floor-to-ceiling window, and they faced the window, taking in the bustling streets of the city center.bAzEvfAowMcevsUPhcsCmhnwqbtvev

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The sunlight was bright, and the busy streets were filled with traffic.ZFLFtusOmSNYjHLwLzYPMvQLrEVmPV

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Li Wuting stood beside him, “Look…”ofEkIbxsPsHWZuhOXNpcSmLAVZsHGL

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Ning Rushen quipped, “Is this the empire I’ve conquered for you?”dvgsKROzcxhPMGjXXAZyRnrKnBGdSx

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Li Wuting’s lips twitched, then curved into a smile, “You could say that.” After a pause, he suddenly added, “You…”jcqzoiKFQrqTPaXCyTURYbkSxpeZXk

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Ning Rushen turned his head, “?”fQBVRcFvrkqnQTpKrGaELHFTUsWJEg

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He was still pressed against the glass, his slender, pale fingers reflecting the sunlight, looking even more exquisite like jade.vnCPSZjwikBnOEWmsKHMoPIAiqTWua

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Li Wuting’s gaze lingered for a moment, then he looked away, “Never mind.”XPpVQPwZJesGahiCmugviYTWJRoSnP

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Since Yan Yu last visited Ning Rushen.MwmTVWQycAOQucLWaIDnLSUDZSULkL

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She would occasionally drop by the South Garden Apartment, showing a high level of acceptance towards him.crdSJYrvgJhLqcllfiYVtmXLePecgq

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She even enjoyed hugging him and ruffling his hair, making Ning Rushen’s hair stand on end.CJBDYIVckSByJgCxcbVCxyvXKkPPRH

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Li Wuting couldn’t stand it any longer and pulled him away from his mother:HWKehwOtNWcmrGBdzgIzmNeKxeQnju

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“Mom, aren’t you going to play mahjong?”cnwKpJVkiYFUEnGjgRDOjRpWzWQQSR

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“Balance work with leisure.”avSflJsvqTjcaqwUhmQUfGDVRXxhmO

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Ning Rushen marveled: So mahjong is work, and ruffling him is leisure.iGzbxhKeEmCAqqKXNkwEautqMKrfJa

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Yan Yu met his gaze, smoothed her wavy hair, and explained with restraint, “Ah, I don’t know why… I feel an instant connection with Xiao Ning, it’s strangely familiar.”REndoZljJQJZppwWoGwMAenHEREPUN

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Ning Rushen suddenly remembered that in his past life, he and Li Wuting had lit the Eternal Flame Lamp for a lifetime.NirFzAlljXvGSRfSLoujmunjfhusSU

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His heart stirred slightly, and he responded with a soft, “Hmm.”aQUHpTsXuKGrAPpLefGWgueHbyhIbo

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Things were progressing smoothly on Li Wuting’s end, and the Er Kangs at school had also gotten used to the fact that he had a boyfriend who was making headlines in the financial world.ewptfvHCUePBdbwsLMkmsKNYGCaERu

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Ning Rushen returned to the dormitory with a pile of snacks.ZBjqgWnvvAfIRzTOmaPnMoLeOXrIkF

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The three Er Kangs exclaimed in unison, “Wow!!!”QuAEPfEKiHnVdNqbORKqSUSRFXqvip

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Yu Xing tightly grasped his hand, “You two must stay together for a hundred years!”BjZypTpxzOOTsswmjAeqzZsdzpyZsm

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Ning Rushen, “…Thank you.”TUkvvuxjDAbztVGTphHNKeAJYDEHuk

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Sun Shaoyong, who was showing off his snacks, said, “So this year on 5.20, you’re going to leave us and spend time with His Majesty… your dear boyfriend.”urJwcHEfzMKzXxpuZrmygtWbXvixkg

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Ning Rushen paused, “5.20?”JwJvdiRduUirtaCaCCBKvghDYEghAa

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“What?” Sun Shaoyong hugged his snacks in panic, “You’re not planning to break up before that, are you?”RcDJeIeGnllBYcXsjDjUlxRBuTRUGa

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Ning Rushen picked up a small bread roll and threw it at him, “Stop talking nonsense!”eJHdwLjSivFbGEwqKsKLpdvcwNgzYj

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After saying that, he sat down, “I was just thinking, what should I give him?”RwScCfNmZECfavFVnDCNoHzbWcUlUg

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Since he became an adult, he hadn’t relied on relatives for support. He either depended on scholarships, part-time tutoring, or dabbled in financial management and small investments.IHLCvGqHzjxoyBnNAcbEWoPFfsPSHl

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The money he earned was just enough to support himself.QyYwjNYaEpUPwLBCVvgsXWstVQnKbV

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Now, Li Wuting was providing him with a life of luxury, and his allowance was piling up like a small mountain. But directly buying him a gift would also be like “taking from the emperor and using it for the emperor,” wouldn’t it?oqomQsLYwNpCMPFsSNOFlYvfigkUUC

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Ning Rushen searched on his phone for a long time.mDnWZNbsLJsihtAIzqRznTvMrzOtiP

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Finally, he found a shop that specialized in wood carving: he could buy a high-quality piece of wood and carve it himself.cIxWazhaFybSpBsUoZBNrDgHMYdOpM

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He estimated the time and set off.FtMZyzFDwMfRULqJTlZXortgwMMVzf

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After nearly a month.ccCGyOoZmZExzeGbehVuwgIpcfRfZm

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Ning Rushen finally finished carving the hairpin.dPZUOUvsYtiJGIvLasKaTWrSRVRjQK

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In his previous life, he had accompanied Li Wuting in carving lotus bowls, so his skills hadn’t rusted.GDXIrptqXiNDytRVmEntjTnKORHDQP

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The wooden hairpin was exactly the same as the white jade one.yALMLSGktTMpwWFNQkmTraFFQJKrXa

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He had traced the patterns on it countless times, and they were already deeply ingrained in his mind. The only difference was that he had carved the characters “Ru Shen” on it.GZcFAOdLKiuQsyahhrpcTJeqrdeygB

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May 20th was a Friday.JpqcVYORodHEBpgsrHcxarQIUmQOgO

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Ning Rushen had classes during the day, and Li Wuting also had to work.rLQdnevZEzbCytMSzlYJXxBWWPcLSf

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With the intention of giving him a surprise, he secretly didn’t tell Li Wuting, only sending a reserved message.uCcgpoTYqXDWFXCaEZgwoqZtMvRSAQ

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【Cat Cat】: I’m coming home for dinner tonight.oPJaLUuFpVBgLjXtHDgSUeIrrJGMOU

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【Dragon Dragon】: Okay.wFkxuzGUjCgKFUJaGIHvIjRftoYKbu

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Ning Rushen looked at the concise reply: Huh?LWvmYyBrHnEUyOcZNBYGLQbRNkBfpP

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That’s it? Does Li Wuting know today is May 20th?XXmsvEevuqfHNWHtqGeJyytNyngxfI

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He held the hairpin in his hand, his heart pounding. If Li Wuting was aware, he was afraid the surprise wouldn’t be enough; if he wasn’t, he felt a little disappointed.OyiUIvnXuAeZtxntNbZZSJOXXlFzaL

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He returned home in this subtle state of contradiction.KuHhxrXInZymXhEYJQUQOeMJxAxcJj

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The apartment door had already recorded his fingerprint.LBkanFCaeNOkuLueLXUcqZCwUduGPq

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Ning Rushen opened the door, and the house was quiet and empty, “Li Wuting?”WFXecaFaxVjgNwvSwGzNSmpaTfogEh

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…Not back yet?CFkQUrQmkiZIDFtQnReJlWvHjzyhtb

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He glanced around and went upstairs to change into his pajamas.opQsglXeVLxCEcagIddlULGzsKQITU

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When he reached the upstairs, the bedroom door was closed. Ning Rushen pushed it open.ATsOUyqzEFCpmhPsfOxckJNsYlEMew

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His vision first darkened, as the blackout curtains were fully drawn.RIBIHHdoGPKDAELHGTPtkXhMCljyyc

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Then, it brightened, as the room filled with twinkling lights, interspersed among vibrant flowers.mGiCiioIgmkRloeLqGsztTlzOtiqAO

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On the table by the window, a small gift box was quietly placed.tuQJQOQtHwvEEwPCelNfUnTgvMIevq

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Ning Rushen held his breath for a moment, his heart skipping a beat.DvQmZGNJZBTUXnVjdFJlmGyovthNKj

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What is this…QKqXHNWplxFzDJynITfXWITzHTPqpK

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He was speechless for a while, until a figure approached from his side. Li Wuting looked down and examined, “Is it okay?”OqfXMYpuhLCdxeTXTIXPHncGlMSqhq

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Ning Rushen slowly exhaled, “Yes.”qUohYtGevRaoooKjfJLBbPJVSbLfHE

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Under the warm glow of the starry lights, Li Wuting’s handsome face was slightly flushed, his expression tense:JDWXUFGEvgDvqjXmjUzeGcNtYfwtDO

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“Is it a bit tacky?”nuQMLKqgJtlhoNvqXvqqAjiMPJRIcq

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“No…” Ning Rushen was moved, “I have something even tackier.”MBaSwuzimfheikiYrYUOhmnjRpQJnn

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Li Wuting, “…”EiWlpDpyVYlWGNZbuEfzYDGlyKAjKw

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He swallowed some words and softly asked, “What’s… better?”NJbtKPNNCyxNshqmLfTXdmQJAEbwWS

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Ning Rushen then took out the hairpin he had been holding all along, the warmth of the wood seemingly emitting a faint, warm fragrance.hqRmoqskhYFqAortITBJhyQOmigGqh

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“I carved this for you, although you can’t wear it…”ciVwdGvvfXoHOJByYJyszVkrSowSwt

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Li Wuting’s eyelashes fluttered, and his breathing tightened.waKLQEfOXpRBkREVkUoBoQeoGbpmTM

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He took the wooden hairpin, its intricate carvings identical to the one before, as if it had already connected their past lives.HaldxmZBsSUSsMFQXBVgzAVrCFgbDM

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The hairpin, a token of love, was engraved with the characters “Rushen.”vlLUGqGHUhuavxZrhOMnqBfpuODzkM

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Ning Rushen was carefully observing the other’s expression when he was suddenly pulled into a warm, firm embrace.xrTelOhTrWFxTrIJtxFxsuSylfRtSq

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A burning kiss, filled with passionate love, first landed on the side of his neck, then trailed upward, nibbling at his earlobe, sending shivers down his spine, before finally sealing his lips in a breathless union.NwLmNjeuymemEbRhdZKqsyhYcTJyoV

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“Mmm…” He closed his eyes, surrendering to the overwhelming kiss.gDZrGtXusbjAkxaFsvSKXTFehPMevR

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Strong arms wrapped around his waist, and Li Wuting’s fingers gripping the wooden hairpin turned white with intensity.RIfYkZBptMwAIuDENIwxPdrxcjjxIl

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In the dim, ambiguous light, Ning Rushen’s eyes grew moist from the kiss, and he nearly lost his balance.rpIVVuUGbMTZbIBLprYqiNnoIPRrHO

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He pressed against the other’s shoulder, “Li… Li Wuting.”QgmrOdOPjMVTMZqWLZaBiKNruuahiy

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Li Wuting pulled back, exhaling a hot breath, “What?”CzDaPdTWllYeHUBuWDgapaQNRKhJSw

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Ning Rushen clung to his shoulder, his soft lips pursed, “I want to see what you’ve given me.”rERgOhrDxyCrUGmoAmgKDtZhUOObfu

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Li Wuting seemed to remember, gently releasing him and leading him to the table. Under Ning Rushen’s expectant and nervous gaze, he unwrapped the gift box.daDfkRpmsgezAfafBgVWtGpfvpTRPG

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A square, deep blue velvet box came into view.snZuSxRsJBiWEffOOUAowfzQNHvCop

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Ning Rushen felt a sudden surge in his heartbeat.faLOhasRfUQbzcnzaLysxJPMsfrPJv

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His gaze remained fixed on it until slender fingers opened the box, revealing a pair of gleaming silver rings nestled inside.tTvJktUNvSYYeYWtuxSeBEMPplkvmg

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One larger, one smaller, placed side by side.ITMNFSVYIyLQFUwvEINoYsoNESnvQU

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His heart raced with emotion.YqxHLEuIeaniSZALdqqHOKebnjnTSc

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Li Wuting had already picked up the smaller ring.KvCxIIYpbVPDDaZboQqvRkhzeEEktB

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The edges of the ring were not smooth and even. Suppressing his swirling emotions, Ning Rushen took the other ring and examined it closely:GscXxrEzNmJwQejxMobTceyBsvHGZD

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“…Is this a little design?”hpjyxZWDgotqhtQgwNjGogedbFTRdp

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His ring moved closer.lAnqHeGpWQGRsOXrpRwBStPJatsNCF

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The edges of the two rings fit together perfectly, forming a flawless circle.jZKKzhassEXFQAFSZtxWqxuXITzWmU

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Li Wuting said softly, “Only then is it complete.”SMHfqLNKzFrEivnBGMbOHpeIBTORMm

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Ning Rushen’s fingertips trembled slightly.qIdxmxeEBqynJqYhshgLrFwpovAewi

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Under the quiet glow of the surrounding star lights, the joined rings shimmered with a radiant halo. Like their imperfect past lives, they had finally found their other half.jCmWNFCIzCemTCppVHMcrKcUdrHZhW

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His eyes grew damp, his heart full.WZJFGWCgLksGXiuJpbGsbFITWtdQVi

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The silver rings slid onto each other’s ring fingers.llMyuiaGnbBIkUDEEwzpaJMtEWIHxm

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Li Wuting took his hand, his usually calm and composed demeanor now filled with intense warmth. Unskilled in romantic words, he spoke simply and sincerely as always:FedZAzQnUaXvUooAWVufTPHhhTpsbi

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“One lifetime?”qVvPmkvYINXJXnHEFeNwLMxsjjSiUO

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Ning Rushen gently corrected, “Lifetimes.”UprdJLFDRBaqNfolODoqFcebPUNjTY

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Li Wuting smiled, gripping his hand tightly, “Yes, lifetimes, free from worries.”dqrujYlDtXZuJnzekrUGiAwkmFpLlL

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