Not only that, but after marriage, they would inevitably encounter fertility issues…
Children were very cute, but she didn't think she was ready to be a mother.
The more she thought about these things, the more anxious and uncomfortable she felt, unwilling to face them.
After pondering for over half an hour, she had almost reached an answer—
Or perhaps, she had had a priority answer in her heart for a long time.
It was just that this answer was too cruel, so she had been unwilling to face it.
Li Yue was so perfect, and so attentive. Yet, she only wanted to date him, never considering the future. Such logic, by worldly standards, made her a complete scumbag.
Many people believed that the result of love was marriage, including Li Yue and his parents. But Feng Feng had never considered it that way.
Thinking of this, she took a deep breath, her mind made up.
There was one thing Li Yue's mother had not said correctly: she had a responsibility to let Li Yue withdraw in time and not remain infatuated.
Having thought this through, Feng Feng prepared to leave. She got into her car, but when she tried to start it, she suddenly found it wouldn't turn over.
Feng Feng frowned and tried a few more times, with the same result. Finally, she resigned herself to getting out of the car.
Fortunately, although the place was remote and deserted, the signal was good. Feng Feng found the phone number of a 4S shop, reported her location, and asked them to come tow the car.
The waiting period was tedious, so she could only stand by the car and play with her phone.
After another forty minutes, a car suddenly stopped in front of her. Feng Feng didn't have time to look at the license plate and instinctively assumed it was someone from the 4S shop. She put down her phone and was about to speak.
But when she looked closely at the person who got out, she froze.
Shen Su opened the car door and got out, stopping in front of Feng Feng. He adjusted his tie and looked around. "Why are you here alone?"
Feng Feng: "My car broke down. I'm waiting for someone from the shop."
Shen Su: "You thought I was from the 4S shop just now?"
Feng Feng: "Yes."
Shen Su: "What's wrong with the car?"
Feng Feng glanced back and said faintly, "It won't start."
Shen Su: "No warning signs?"
Feng Feng: "No."
Shen Su asked a few more questions, and Feng Feng answered casually. In just a few minutes, the people from the 4S shop finally arrived.
With the arrival of the repairmen, Feng Feng no longer had time to talk to Shen Su. She went up to register the situation with the repair personnel, leaving her phone number and car insurance proof. After the repairmen inspected the car, they towed Feng Feng's vehicle away.
Before leaving, the technician asked Feng Feng enthusiastically, "Do you need a ride back to the city?"
Before Feng Feng could respond, Shen Su had already answered for her, "No need. Your towing is too slow. I'll give her a ride."
If Shen Su hadn't spoken, Feng Feng would have almost forgotten he was still there.
Hearing his voice, Feng Feng turned to look at him. Shen Su smiled at her. "I'm heading back to the city too."
Feng Feng considered for a moment and finally nodded. "Then I'll trouble you."
The repairmen had to tow a car, so they wouldn't be fast. It was also difficult to get a taxi here. Taking Shen Su's car was clearly the best option.
Feng Feng originally intended to sit in the back seat, but when she opened the door, she saw several boxes on the rear seat.
Shen Su looked over and smiled, explaining, "I went to pick up some wine for Gu Song and haven't unloaded it yet. You can sit in the front."
Shen Su's attitude was so open that Feng Feng didn't suspect anything. She closed the door and sat in the passenger seat.
After she fastened her seatbelt, Shen Su started the car.
On the road, Shen Su chatted casually with Feng Feng. "Why are you out here in the middle of nowhere alone? Aren't you supposed to be at work?"
Feng Feng: "I took leave."
Shen Su: "It's rare to see you take leave. Did something happen?"
These were just casual remarks between friends, and Feng Feng didn't take them to heart. She replied casually, "Yes, I went to the airport to see my boyfriend off."
Shen Su didn't react much after hearing this. "Business trip?"
Feng Feng: "No, he changed jobs."
Shen Su showed a look of curiosity this time. "Didn't your supervisor want him to stay at the institute?"
Feng Feng: "He got a better offer."
Shen Su: "Is there anywhere better than your institute?"
Feng Feng: "New York. A company he's always wanted to join."
Shen Su nodded, showing understanding. "Men are ambitious, it's normal."
Feng Feng smiled faintly and didn't reply. Shen Su didn't dwell on the topic, and they chatted about mutual friends, creating a harmonious atmosphere.
As they neared the city, Shen Su glanced at his watch. It was two in the afternoon. He casually asked Feng Feng, "You haven't had lunch either, right? Shall we?"
Feng Feng had barely eaten during her brunch with Li Yue's mother. She was indeed a bit hungry now, so she agreed. "Sure. You pick the place."
Shen Su chose a restaurant they used to frequent. They arrived after the peak dining hours, so there weren't many people. Only a few tables were occupied on the entire first floor. Shen Su and Feng Feng sat in a booth by the window.
After ordering, Shen Su suddenly seemed to remember something and asked Feng Feng, "Are you also planning to change jobs?"
Feng Feng knew why Shen Su was asking this question. She smiled and shook her head. "No plans for that."
Shen Su raised an eyebrow, his expression seeming a bit surprised. "Not changing? Long-distance relationships are quite unreliable."
Feng Feng looked up, her gaze fixed on him, as if trying to probe something.
Shen Su met her gaze calmly and asked, half-jokingly, "Do you think I'm trying to sow discord between you two?"
Feng Feng: "...No."
With Shen Su stating it so directly, she had no more doubts. Besides, Shen Su hadn't actually said anything provocative. Long-distance relationships were inherently unreliable.
Shen Su: "Actually, with your abilities, developing a career in New York would be great. I recall that the partner companies there have always wanted to poach you, right?"
In an instant, their conversation shifted back to work. Shen Su seemed to be acting as a friend who understood her, offering advice.
Feng Feng: "I have no intention of going there. My circle is already established in Nanjiang."
Shen Su: "That's true. But I didn't expect Li Yue to leave. I thought he would stay at your institute, which would be convenient for your relationship."
Feng Feng: "..."
Hearing Shen Su describe it that way, Li Yue in his mind seemed like a love-struck fool.
But Feng Feng didn't refute his words.
Shen Su suddenly seemed to realize something. "How did he get the offer?"
Seeing Feng Feng's confused expression, Shen Su added, "I mean, did he apply to other companies when he was about to graduate?"
Feng Feng took a sip of ice water. "Isn't it normal to apply for jobs after graduation?"
Shen Su: "Indeed. Li Yue is quite ambitious."
Feng Feng gave a faint smile. Shen Su's words, at first glance, seemed to be praising Li Yue, but Feng Feng understood the underlying meaning.
"I don't intend to interfere with his career. He can go wherever he wants," Feng Feng added.
Shen Su was not surprised by Feng Feng's statement. He smiled. "He should be happy to have a girlfriend like you."