Chapter 1053 - 50:

Chapter 1053: Chapter 50:

Then, after sitting down, it wasn’t long before a waiter brought over three bowls of congee. Zhou Jiaying loudly said to the owner, "Thanks, you’ve always known my taste."

The owner turned around without saying anything and simply smiled. Go Biqing watched these two young ladies sitting in the bustling night market, surrounded by noisy crowds and the ground covered with empty skewers and used tissues. It could be said this setting did not match their status at all, but their current demeanor was completely different from before. Now, a stranger definitely wouldn’t realize these two ladies’ wealthy background and would likely just consider them to be elegant, pretty girls.

Then, a few people who looked like small-time thugs approached. Go Biqing saw them walking straight towards this direction, feeling a bit worried they might be attracted by Zhou Jiaying and Murong’s beauty and want to tease them. Go Biqing had encountered such situations often before, mostly when hanging out with previous bad company.

Unexpectedly, when the thugs came over, they respectfully said, "Hello Miss Jiaying, how come you’re here eating today?"

Zhou Jiaying replied without looking up, "Mm, go ahead with what you’re doing, don’t bother me, and don’t tell Uncle Yu and my dad you saw me here, or else be careful."

"Yes, yes, yes." The thug leader nodded immediately and disappeared promptly.

Only after they left did Zhou Jiaying say to Go Biqing, "No choice, they all know my dad, if they find out I secretly came here to eat without telling them, they’ll nag me again."

As she spoke, Zhou Jiaying made a cute face, sticking out her tongue at Go Biqing, who gave a knowing smile. But inside, he felt unprecedented happiness because Zhou Jiaying actually explained to him, something completely unnecessary, indicating she might care about him.

Murong Qing beside them looked at Zhou Jiaying a bit strangely, though her eyes flashed with some mysterious light.

After finishing their midnight snack, when Go Biqing was being sent home again, before getting out of the car, Murong Qing said, "Go Biqing, are you free tomorrow? Tomorrow I might be busy with some pre-holiday work at the student council. Could you take Jiaying for a walk around the campus? If you can, call your sister over, I’ve been wanting to see her again."

Seizing this chance to get closer to his dream goddess, Go Biqing certainly wouldn’t pass it up, so he said, "Alright, but I can’t promise Nana will come tomorrow. I’ll have to call and check. Also, I have some matters in the morning, I might not have time."

After saying this, Go Biqing got out of the car and went straight home. His mood upon returning this time was completely different from before, even his steps seemed much lighter.

The reason Go Biqing didn’t commit to having free time all day tomorrow was because of a job fair in the morning. Go Biqing now had a strong sense of urgency in life. This was about his livelihood, and he had no other option, he couldn’t just give up the chance for the sake of pursuing a girl. Besides, he might not even win her over. It appeared Jiaying was only here for a few days before leaving again, meaning his chances were slim, hence his response.

In the car, Murong Qing suddenly said, "Jiaying, tomorrow if you’re free, don’t bring up Go Biqing’s family situation. His father just passed away last month, and due to some business issues, the family enterprise also went bankrupt, making his life quite tough right now. If I guessed correctly, he should be going to the job fair tomorrow morning." Upon hearing this, Zhou Jiaying responded, "Oh, I see, didn’t expect that. He’s actually pretty resilient to endure such drastic changes. What’s up? Has our Murong young lady taken an interest? You used to mention him a lot when we talked over the phone, let me recall what you said."

Hearing Zhou Jiaying about to expose her secrets, Murong Qing quickly, blushing, threatened, "Alright Jiaying, dare to mock me, then you’re sleeping alone tonight, don’t come to my place."

Zhou Jiaying’s expression changed and she said, "Fine, fine, I won’t mention it, can’t I admit my mistake? Spare me, young mistress." But in her eyes, there was no hint of pleading, instead, a strange glint flashed across them.

"Jiaying, how long will you play around, when are you leaving?" After a while, Murong Qing asked seriously.

Zhou Jiaying shook her head and said, "Ah, I’m suffering, I can’t graduate until next year. Let’s hold on a bit longer, I can’t play for many days, one week at most before leaving. I’m really envious of you, studying in H City with everything at hand. Unlike me, alone and isolated."

Murong Qing laughed and said, "Oh please, you’re the one who doesn’t want to come back early. If you did, you could have returned long ago. Once you come back next year, won’t you bring some stir again? I recall quite a few young talents waiting for you, you could host a martial arts contest for marriage then."

"Go away, go away, haven’t you got many pursuers yourself? I heard there’s a love-struck guy chasing you for over five years, how come you don’t fancy such a devoted type? Or have you someone special already?" Zhou Jiaying retorted teasingly.

"Ye Kewei isn’t bad, but I genuinely have no feelings for him, besides, seeing him makes me uncomfortable. As for having someone special, I surely don’t. However, I heard our Jiaying has someone, yet you don’t seem close with any guy. Tell me, I could give you some advice." Murong Qing countered without backing down.

"Hmph, I’m not telling you. I don’t have anyone, even if I do, I’m not telling. But I think Go Biqing is decent, at least his mental strength is pretty good, why don’t you settle a bit for him?" Zhou Jiaying laughed retaliating.

At this moment, with no outsiders, Murong Qing in front of her best friend, didn’t hide much as she said, "That guy’s a blockhead, though he’s done some outrageous things, reportedly he’s had someone special long ago. During university, given his family background, he could easily find a suitable girlfriend, yet he never did. He’s said to be waiting for his special someone to appear, wonder which girl charms him so much, making him remember for years. Someday I want to witness that myself."

Murong Qing’s words obviously had deeper meanings, but when Zhou Jiaying continued with questions, Murong Qing dodged, employing Tai Chi, without giving direct answers.

Returning home, Go Biqing lay on his bed and stared at the ceiling, recalling today’s experience. After so many years, he finally faced Zhou Jiaying again. Yet the disparity in their status made him, despite having a slight longing, dare not show any actions. He only wished to cherish these few moments with Zhou Jiaying. Perhaps these will become one of his most treasurable memories in life.

With a bit of sweetness, a bit of bitterness, Go Biqing finally fell asleep. Perhaps only in dreams might he truly find happiness.

Early the next day, Go Biqing got up, took clothes from the simple wardrobe—his only suit—and wore them for the interview. He hoped to find a suitable job today so he wouldn’t end up doing hard labor, which nobody wants.

Upon arriving at the job fair, Go Biqing realized he was still too naive. He often heard finding a job was tough, suitable ones even harder, but back then he lived worry-free. Leveraging his father’s network, he could always find a light job or work at his father’s factory. But with his father’s sudden death, everything changed, and now few would assist him. Additionally, he didn’t want to lower himself to ask for favors.

Looking at the flood-like crowd before him, Go Biqing had little hope left. But having come this far, he must try his best, otherwise, he wouldn’t be content.