Boss Lu: A reborn life is destined to be without regrets!
Chapter 388 - 288. You choose, either or the other_2

Chapter 388: 288. You choose, either or the other_2

Zhou Sinin simply tilted her head and pressed her cheek tightly against the man’s shoulder, murmuring a sentence.

"What’s wrong, baby?"

Lu Jincheng’s heart tightened as he spoke softly.

"I don’t know why, I just feel exceptionally insecure, I’m really scared."

The characteristic soft Wu dialect, combined with the girl’s sweet voice, almost melted the heartstrings.

"I understand you’re busy, not like me who only needs to think about Golden Stone Coffee, you have to worry about many things at the same time, you don’t have that much time."

"But, but it’s also my first time in a relationship, I really can’t help it..."

"Sometimes when you don’t reply to my messages, I can’t stop overthinking, wondering if you don’t like me anymore, if there’s another girl with you, if..."

The room was unusually quiet, with only the sound of Zhou Sinin’s monologue.

"Baby, is it me not doing something right?"

Lu Jincheng placed his hands on the edge of her collarbone, his knees bent slightly to keep them at the same level.

"When two people are together, they definitely need to adjust to each other."

He also showed his gentle side, patiently elongating his tone as he continued.

"If you feel uncomfortable anywhere, don’t keep it to yourself, tell me, I will change."

They looked into each other’s eyes.

"It’s not that."

Zhou Sinin shook her head.

"You haven’t done anything wrong, maybe I’m just more sensitive, and I tend to overthink."

As an only child from a single-parent family, her reaction was quite typical.

These people are usually extremely meticulous, sensitive, and often doubtful.

"I’m sorry, I’m really trying hard to control it."

"..."

This strategy of retreating to advance was all too familiar to the worldly Mr. Lu.

Had it been any other boy, he might have been completely subdued by Zhou Sinin’s pitiable demeanor on the spot.

Who could resist her precious beauty demanding reassurance in such a charming manner?

Had it not been for Lu Jincheng truly feeling guilty and maintaining some clarity of mind,

He probably would have already raised his hands on the spot, adopting a policy of appeasement and ceasing all resistance.

So heart-wrenching, so precious.

Wanting to lay all his sincerity and love out in the sunlight, he intended to prove it to Zhou Sinin over and over.

To never let her lose that sense of security again.

But little did he know that this would be exactly falling into the woman’s trap.

The feeling of security in love is more like Schrödinger’s cat in the legends.

Perhaps true security can only come from oneself.

Therefore, Lu Jincheng’s answer went against the grain.

Just like a straightforward man who couldn’t understand a woman’s heart.

"Right, baby, you really should work harder."

"Control these unnecessary emotions, just like last time, what were you jealous over with the employee?"

Lu Jincheng led the conversation to the senior sister in just a few words.

But what he didn’t realize was that his intentionally created shield no longer worked.

The keen and transparent Zhou Sinin had already completed an assault through the void through all the details.

Mou Keyan?

Right, just as you said, merely a company employee.

At this time, she really didn’t care that much anymore.

"Hahaha... I am trying hard, I’m controlling it very well, I’ve long stopped being jealous of her."

Zhou Sinin chuckled lightly.

With a single hand, she traced along her hair, running through her waterfall-like tresses, her cheeks flushed, still looking heart-stirringly beautiful.

"That’s great."

Lu Jincheng also laughed along.

"But some people can control themselves."

Suddenly, Zhou Sinin turned her eyes and stared intently at Lu Jincheng’s expression.

"And some just can’t."

She didn’t give the man any time to react, and bluntly threw out that name.

Like a sudden thunderclap from a clear sky.

"Like... Guan Yongyi."

"Ah?"

Lu Jincheng looked surprised, struggling to control his facial muscles and expression.

"Don’t give me that weird look, what, do you want to say, no way, you’re jealous of a best friend?"

Zhou Sinin rapidly fired off her words, unclear if she had sobered up or was still speaking drunkenly.

"Right, that’s correct, it’s her."

"She’s just too close to you, way too close. Can’t you feel it yourself?"

"I..."

Lu Jincheng tried to defend himself.

"Don’t talk yet, listen to me until I finish."

When Zhou Sinin realized that the scoundrel of a man simply wouldn’t take her hints, it was clear she was getting somewhat angry.

She decided to speak her mind outright.

Who’s the girlfriend here, huh?

The girlfriend naturally has the right to be angry!

Lu Jincheng rubbed his stiffly smiling face, remaining silent and listening to Zhou Sinin’s unrestrained rant.

"I now suspect she might like you."

"Don’t deny it, don’t be stubborn, I’m not talking about you. Can’t you just listen to me!"

Seeing the man about to speak but stopping himself, Zhou Sinin raised her eyebrows and placed one hand over his mouth.

"Sometimes I feel that, right under my nose, you two get so close, like it was meant to be. It’s just terrifying."

"Of course, it’s not about blaming anyone, it’s just that this is my first relationship, and there are many things I haven’t paid attention to."

"You and her meet every so often, right?"

"It’s either vaccinating cats, discussing thesis writing, occasionally meeting for a debate competition, and you even bump into each other when working part-time at the law firm!"

Arriving at this point, Zhou Sinin, seemingly fueled by the alcohol, finally found an outlet and vented all the frustrations that had built up in her heart.

She couldn’t help but laugh in extreme anger, glaring at Lu Jincheng as she continued.

"Sometimes I really can’t tell if all this is coincidence or deliberate?"

"Of course, none of that really matters."

"What makes me suspicious is her reaction."

Zhou Sinin sat up straight, arms crossed, shoulders and waist forming a natural arch.

"Do you know, she really doesn’t like it when I mention you. Every time I talk about you, she either changes the subject or brushes it off, like she has no patience at all."

"At first, I thought she might have some issues with you."

"Now that I think about it, it was just me being clueless!"

"Have you noticed the expressions she has when we eat?"

Lu Jincheng paused for a moment, met the girl’s inquisitive gaze, and slowly shook his head.

"Mention emotional intelligence to her, and she can’t keep a straight face!"

"You even told me that absence makes the heart grow fonder, that you wanted to spend the night with me, and as soon as you said that, she seemed to get upset immediately."

Zhou Sinin pursed her lips, her tone unexpectedly gaining a hint of excitement.

"She even told me to be more reserved, as if she was getting a little anxious."

"Anyway, I think she likes you."

"Alright, now you can talk."

"What do you think?"

After a torrent of taking the moral high ground, Lu Jincheng felt his mouth go dry.

"Um, I think you might be overthinking it..."

"Why would someone like her friend’s boyfriend?"

The man turned his neck, trying to relieve the awkwardness with small movements.

"Plus, I’m not even her type. She calls me a scumbag every day."

"It’s okay."

Zhou Sinin, as if anticipating the man’s reaction, smiled brightly as she turned her body around and wrapped her arms around him again.

"Whether she likes you or not doesn’t really matter that much."

"Honey~"

"Isn’t the most crucial thing your attitude?"

"..."

Lu Jincheng subconsciously blinked.

"Can you... keep your distance from her from now on, please?"

From this angle, the round neck of Zhou Sinin’s sweatshirt was just open enough to dazzle and captivate.

At that moment, Zhou Sinin, with her bright eyes and beautiful smile, breathing out fragrance like an orchid, was absolutely breathtaking.

The girl moved closer once more, whispering tenderly, nestling herself into the man’s embrace.

"Maybe sometimes, you keep in touch with her out of consideration for me, without setting clear boundaries."

"I understand all that."

"From today on, promise me you won’t meet her alone, alright?"

She grasped Lu Jincheng’s arm, urging him to hold her tight.

"There are some things for which I’ve actually prepared myself."

"All I need is a little bit of security."