He Ju came back after returning the small yellow car. He really wanted to relax and unwind, and it was almost two hours.
The driver dropped Si Hua off downstairs and then left with Bai Yan. Si Hua was waiting for the elevator on the first floor, and He Ju had just brought the small yellow car in.
The two naturally met. Si Hua was carrying a large bag of crayfish, as well as beer and fruit. When she saw He Ju, her eyes lit up, and then her gaze fixed on the bandage on He Ju’s nose.
Si Hua couldn’t help but worry and ask, “Did you… get into a fight?”
He Ju felt a little embarrassed and said, “You could tell just by looking at me?”
Si Hua sighed, “Because of Su Ran.”
He Ju fell silent for two seconds and then said, “Not entirely.”
Si Hua picked up the things in her hand and said, “Want to come up for a drink or two?”
Just then, the elevator arrived. He Ju smiled and took the things from Si Hua’s hand. “Sure, let’s go.”
The two returned to Si Hua’s home together. It was only when He Ju came to Si Hua’s house that he realized, although they were neighbors, Si Hua’s home was decorated in a European and American style, with some valuable paintings hanging on the walls.
The contrast was really…
Si Hua keenly noticed He Ju’s uneasy look and smiled as she spoke, “He Ju, my family’s economic foundation determines the superstructure. In other words, I also rely on my parents to start, there’s nothing to boast about.”
Although she said that, youthful pride always leads to some frustration.
After saying that, Si Hua didn’t say anything else and placed the things on the table. “Help yourself, I’ll go change into something more comfortable.”
He Ju nodded and went over to take the things out of the bag.
Most of it was the spicy crayfish that He Ju loved to eat, followed by some pastries and fruit.
He Ju looked at the still warm crayfish and was a little stunned. In theory, Si Hua shouldn’t know that he liked to eat this.
Because he was too lazy to peel the shells of the crayfish, even though he loved to eat them, he never ordered them.
He Ju took the things out and arranged them on the plate. Just as he finished, Si Hua had already changed into a camisole nightgown and came out after removing her makeup.
He Ju had to admit that Si Hua’s looks and figure were really stunning. Even without makeup, she was still the beautiful and unattainable sister. The camisole dress outlined Si Hua’s front protrusion and rear lift perfectly.
He Ju just glanced at her and then looked away. It was too hot, and if he kept looking, he was afraid that Bai Yan would accuse him of harming his own sister.
He Ju’s gaze fell on the crayfish on the table. “I never expected that Sister Si Hua would buy crayfish to eat.”
Si Hua sat opposite He Ju, looking at him very sincerely. “I wouldn’t buy it for myself, I have no appetite when I’m alone. It was Little Yan who said you liked to eat it, so I bought it.”
He Ju was slightly surprised. When did Bai Yan go to see Si Hua? He hadn’t heard Bai Yan say anything.
Si Hua smiled and handed a can of beer to He Ju. “Yes, Little Yan hopes you can let go of the past and move forward.”
He Ju took it and couldn’t help but smile. “He can tell me these things himself, why bother Sister to convey the message?”
Si Hua said, “It’s not a bother, Sister is happy to do it.”
What???
He Ju subconsciously looked at Si Hua.
But Si Hua had already put on gloves and was ready to peel the crayfish. He Ju subconsciously felt that peeling the crayfish should be done by a boy, so he reached out to take over. “Let me do it…”
Si Hua waved away He Ju’s hand and said calmly, “You’re injured, let Sister do it.”
He Ju wanted to struggle again, but Si Hua spoke, “He Ju, peeling crayfish is not a boy’s privilege.”
What???
He Ju was shocked once again.
In this day and age, isn’t it assumed that peeling crayfish is something boys should do?
Boys should earn money to support the family, should be courteous everywhere, and should give priority to ladies, right?
But Si Hua told him with a smile, “You young people have been educated too well, always taking everything upon yourselves. But in reality… in a relationship, boys don’t have to peel crayfish, and boys can cry when they feel wronged. Like your relationship with Su Ran, if she doesn’t cherish it, it’s not your fault.”
“A good relationship must be about mutual tolerance, mutual support, and mutual encouragement, making life better and better, rather than one side giving while the other remains indifferent.”
“This isn’t called love, it’s called self-delusion.”
Si Hua was really insightful, hitting He Ju’s sore spot.
Si Hua said, “He Ju, don’t let the online inspirational quotes brainwash you into thinking that many things are what you should do. No one can define you. You have to learn to be yourself, love yourself first, and then love others.”
Si Hua’s voice was sweet, making He Ju feel very comfortable.
Si Hua said, “Hasn’t someone said a phrase like this? ‘Those who abandon me, yesterday’s days cannot be retained.’ He Ju, sincere people are not wrong. It’s those with distorted values who are wrong. Don’t worry too much about them, and let it affect your originally peaceful and happy life.”
He Ju was completely amazed. He had been running after Su Ran for so many years, and no one had ever told him these things.
Love is indeed an equal relationship, but now…
Most of the time, He Ju felt that the demands on boys were very harsh.
Good boys never meet good girls, and good girls never meet good boys.
So most people are unhappy.
He Ju said, “Sister Si Hua, I’ve learned a lot.”
At this moment, Si Hua had peeled a handful of crayfish and handed them to He Ju. “I actually have a selfish motive…”
He Ju looked up at her. “What selfish motive?”
Si Hua pretended to be mysterious again. “It’s a secret.”
He Ju didn’t ask any further, but his mood really improved a lot.
Si Hua was still peeling the crayfish for He Ju. In the dim light, her features became even more beautiful, and she said, “If it’s convenient, can you tell Sister how you got injured?”
He Ju smiled somewhat guiltily. This was the first time he felt a little ashamed in front of a girl.
But He Ju calmly told her the story.Si Hua sat quietly beside He Ju, peeling shrimp for him. Her expression remained largely unchanged. He Ju, engrossed in telling his story, didn’t notice the fleeting shadow that crossed Si Hua’s face when he repeated the words said by Qiu Shaoze.
After He Ju finished his story with a look of exasperation, Si Hua had almost finished peeling the shrimp. She took off her gloves and comforted him, “Don’t worry about it. The words of such a profligate are not worth your concern; he can’t stir up any real trouble.”
He Ju wasn’t bothered at all, ready to face whatever came his way, and he nodded at Si Hua.
He Ju: “I’m going to the restroom.”
Si Hua’s eyes curved gently as she spoke in a tender voice, “Go ahead.”
Once He Ju left, Si Hua picked up her phone and dialed her assistant’s number: “Check on the Qiu family’s corporation for me, especially Qiu Shaoze’s personal affairs.”
Strike the snake at its vital point—that was what her father had taught her.
He Ju was someone she couldn’t bear to speak harshly to, and she wouldn’t let anyone else hurt him either.
After hanging up, Si Hua’s expression remained calm as she waited for He Ju.
Si Hua knew that what He Ju needed now was companionship and guidance, so even though her feelings for him were hard to suppress, she dared not express them.
Soon, He Ju returned, and Si Hua’s slightly dazed gaze fell upon him.
More than once, she had thought: If only He Ju had fallen for her, Si Hua, from the beginning, he surely wouldn’t have lost.
But, He Ju… they had met far too late.
You have already forgotten that disheveled young lady in the rain.
The flutter of young love had occupied a large part of Si Hua’s youth.
He Ju approached: “What is Sister Si Hua thinking about?”
Si Hua smiled, her eyes tinged with sadness, “I was thinking, indeed, one should not meet someone too dazzling in their youth, for it means that everyone you meet thereafter will seem insignificant.”