In the study.

Song Lin pinched the corners of his eyes and closed Song's latest research report. It was a complete mess.

The Song Dynasty still appeared glorious on the surface, but in reality, it had already decayed from within.

No rush, the game has just begun.

Song Lin put down the report and picked up his water glass to his lips only to find it was empty.

He got up and walked out of the study, but he found that the lights in the dining room were still on. Shen Yian was lying motionless on the table, surrounded by documents.

Song Lin couldn't help but lighten his steps as he walked to the table and poured water, not intending to wake Shen Yian.

But unintentionally, a glance still caught sight of the four characters on the computer: Weiyi Technology.

Shen Yian was actually staying up late to work on the planning for his company.

This piqued Song Lin's curiosity. Before, Shen Yian and he had bumped into each other at the tech expo, saying so many sweet things. He wondered if she was just saying those things to him.

Thinking about it, he glanced at Shen Yian's computer screen with the planning proposal. Anyway, it would be delivered to his hands in two days, so it didn't matter whether he looked at it earlier or later.

He moved his mouse, going through the slides one by one, and couldn't help but be impressed.

Even there was a feeling of finally someone understanding what he wanted.

Song Lin, as if possessed, looked at Shen Yian. A strand of hair fell across her nose, swaying with her breath. Her cheeks, flushed a deep red, had imprints on them, lacking the usual maturity and instead possessing an intriguing charm.

He unconsciously reached out to tuck her hair behind her ear, until his hand was about to touch her when a dialog box popped up on the computer screen. He suddenly came back to himself and withdrew his hand.

He raised his hand and rubbed his temples, feeling that he might be tired, which is why he made such an inappropriate gesture.

As he turned, Song Lin saw a name in the chat box: Gu Cheng.

Shen Yian's former boyfriend.

"Yī ?n Jie, are you still busy? Why aren't you replying to my messages?"

"Aunt Yi'an, tomorrow you must bring your husband out to show him some care!"

Song Lin's brows furrowed, his eyes reflecting the white light from the screen, looking unusually cold.

A few seconds later, he nonchalantly poured himself a glass of water and returned to his room.

Despite receiving no reply, Xu Manman was still diligently sending "pokes".

Hearing the noise, Shen Yian jolted awake. She was dazed for ten seconds before she could make out the message on her screen. She stretched languidly and slowly replied to Xu Manman.

"Why aren't you asleep yet?"

"One Sister, I've been watching the building group. They're all starting to bet that you wouldn't dare bring your husband to humiliate yourself."

"Don't pay attention to them, they are just bored."

"Ai-jie! I'm worried for you! What if things escalate to the boss? You'd definitely be in trouble, wouldn't you? Wouldn't that just let Wang Ruoqi get away with it?"

Shen Yian supported his cheeks with both hands, looking troubled.

The little people in his mind continued to be troubled, on one hand was his own promotion, on the other hand was Song Lin's work.

The more she thought about it, the more confused she became.

"Speak again."

"Ai-jie, your husband can't even protect you. What use is such a useless man?"

"Maman!" Shen Yian looked at Xu Manman's words in surprise.

"That's exactly the point! Why are all of Wang Ruqi's suitors rich, handsome, and successful? We always end up with these rejects. Do you really want to let Wang Ruqi walk all over you?"

"Manman, my husband is not a useless man. Besides, do you really want to help me by asking me to bring him over?"

Or does it still satisfy Wang Ruqi's curiosity and desire to see others fail?

"Aunt Yi An, I didn't mean anything by it. I just can't stand how Wang Ruqi acts so arrogantly."

"It's late, go to sleep early."

Shen Yian didn't want to continue the topic. She just thought Xu Manman was speaking out of frustration.

After the line, she looked at the study and sighed softly. She turned around and picked up the meal on the table and put it in the refrigerator.

Tomorrow she'll bring lunch. It's a pity to throw it away.

After tidying up, she took a shower and fell asleep in bed.

The next morning, she opened her eyes and it was eight o'clock! She was so startled she almost rolled out of bed.

She hurriedly got up and washed her face, then rushed to the door. At that moment, Song Lin came out of his room in a black suit, as handsome and tall as ever.

(Editor in charge：the couple next door a novel)