Chapter 684: Chapter 296: The Hardest Thing to Bear Is a Beauty’s Affection
Then, hand in hand, the two arrived at Xiangman Building, making others envious.
Their business was still booming, rivaling that of Daoxiang.
Fortunately, a server from before recognized Li Yiran and had some impression of Zhang Jingdong, and arranged a table for them.
The last time they were here, Zhang Jingdong was not a billionaire, and Li Yiran was just a simple, beautiful high school beauty.
At that time, people dared to openly stare at Li Yiran, and some even wanted to approach her.
But now, Zhang Jingdong’s aura was undeniable, and Li Yiran’s clothes added a touch of elegance, so while people still dared to sneak glances, they were less blatant about it.
The two ordered a pile of delicious dishes, and once everything was served, they started to eat and chat.
Zhang Jingdong picked up a piece of braised pork, put it in his mouth, and said while chewing: "So, what did you want to discuss with me?"
Li Yiran hesitated a little, then steeled her heart: "... I don’t want to apply to Huaqing University anymore, I want to apply to West University!"
Zhang Jingdong noticed the determination in Li Yiran’s eyes. He naturally knew why she wanted to do this, but he knowingly asked, "Why?"
"I..." A slight blush appeared on Li Yiran’s pretty face: "I don’t want to be too far away from you."
"I’m afraid... I’m afraid if I go to Yanjing, as we won’t see each other often, you’ll gradually forget about me."
The hardest thing to bear is a beauty’s affection!
Zhang Jingdong stared blankly at Li Yiran for half a minute, then got up and sat next to her.
"Do you like me that much? Do you want to be with me forever?"
Perhaps because they were too close, or perhaps Zhang Jingdong’s question was too direct, or perhaps his gaze was too intense.
Li Yiran first lowered her head in bashful embarrassment, then slowly raised her head, finally nodding heavily.
Zhang Jingdong, seeing her actions, felt a surge of achievement in his heart.
He affectionately stroked Li Yiran’s hair: "Do you know what the most important thing for two people who want to be together long-term is?"
Li Yiran furrowed her brows slightly, thought seriously, then shook her head.
Zhang Jingdong looked at her pretty face and said: "The most important thing is for both to become better versions of themselves through this relationship."
"Yiran, you don’t need to sacrifice anything for me, nor do I want you to sacrifice anything. Being with you, the most important goal is to help you become better and do whatever you want to do."
"You being cheerful and confident every day is what I want the most!"
"So go ahead and boldly apply to Huaqing University. When you actually get in, I’ll be overjoyed then!"
"With your beauty and charisma, you’ll undoubtedly become the unquestionable campus belle of Huaqing University, surpassing all those milk tea... Having you as the campus belle of Huaqing University as my girlfriend, I’d wake up smiling from my dreams."
"As for the issue of seeing each other long-distance, don’t worry. Now that my company is expanding, we’ll open a branch in Yanjing by next year at the latest."
"Then I’ll be spending several months in Yanjing every year, and since you’re the only one there, I’ll definitely be by your side!"
Li Yiran still felt hesitant when she heard the first few sentences, but when she heard the last sentence, she instantly breathed a sigh of relief: "Really?"
"When have I ever lied to you? If you still don’t believe it, let’s make a pinky promise now!"
As he spoke, Zhang Jingdong directly extended his right hand’s little finger.
Li Yiran was amused by Zhang Jingdong.
But seeing Zhang Jingdong’s gaze, she knew he was sincere.
So she also extended her right hand’s little finger and hooked it with Zhang Jingdong’s finger.
"Pinky promise, one hundred years unchanged!"
Zhang Jingdong raised their joined fingers towards Li Yiran: "Do you believe it now?"
Li Yiran nodded happily: "Mm!"
At this moment, Boss Chen Dalong came over.
"Mr. Zhang..."
Zhang Jingdong immediately appeared courteous: "Boss Chen, long time no see... I have to thank you; Han Xu is really a fantastic asset, my restaurant relies on him now!"
Boss Chen Dalong smiled warmly and waved his hand: "Don’t say that, I should thank you for giving him a chance."
"He visited me a few days ago and told me, Boss Zhang, you really walk the talk."
"You’re being too polite, this is mutually beneficial; your apprentice brings you pride, and I’m simply doing what I should."
The two chatted for a while, then Boss Chen Dalong turned to Li Yiran and said: "Yiran, you’re taking the college entrance exam tomorrow, right?"
"Yes."
"Don’t be nervous, just perform as usual; your grades are excellent, you’ll surely be alright!"
"Thank you, Uncle Chen."
"By the way, how is your great aunt’s health now?"
Li Yiran replied serenely: "Much better than when you last visited her, she can walk without any problems now!"
"That’s good to hear, I’ll visit her soon."
At this, Boss Chen Dalong suddenly remembered something, turned to Zhang Jingdong, and said: "By the way, Mr. Zhang, my great aunt’s hospitalization last time was thanks to you, thank you!"
Zhang Jingdong glanced at Li Yiran and then said: "You’re being too polite, I’m not an outsider now, it’s what’s expected and appropriate!"
Boss Chen Dalong had suspected that Zhang Jingdong and Li Yiran were not ordinary friends before, but seeing their seating now and hearing Zhang Jingdong’s words, he was convinced that they were a couple.