If this is not love

Chapter 33 Love Really Needs Courage (1)
The Chinese New Year is getting closer, and Ruxu is so busy that she runs between the court and the procuratorate every day, and even has little time to go back to the office.Fortunately, the case at hand was finally resolved one by one, and only the last one was relatively tricky, which was a headache.

On the other hand, Xinning's wedding is under intense preparation, and commercial newspapers and magazines are in full swing. Since Shen Yitang became the president of Yuntian Group, whether it is the impressive achievements in business or his personal life, the media has always been striving for it. news.His secret marriage was widely reported for two years, and now he is married for the second time, and he is still married to He Xinning, a well-known reporter from "Lingdu" magazine, which adds a legendary color to their love.

Looking at Lingjiang City, unmarried and married women who can read newspapers and surf the Internet, who doesn't envy this lucky Miss He?
The female compatriots in the office did not forget to gossip on the computer in their busy schedules, and they were all envious.Every time Ruxu went back to the office to get the materials, she would hear their exclamation, thinking to herself that no one knew about her relationship with Xinning, otherwise... maybe she would be surrounded.

However, the fire could not be wrapped in paper, and an unexpected phone call caused a small sensation.The call came from the bridal dress shop, saying that Ms. Wang had not been contacted, please tell her to take time to go to the shop to try on dresses after get off work.

Before leaving get off work, Ruxu came back in a hurry after finishing her errands. As soon as she stepped into the office, she immediately felt an unusual atmosphere, which was even weirder than when Tan Mingxu came last time.Everyone's eyes are full of speculation and doubt, so obvious, so strange.

"What happened while I was away?" Ruxu put down her bag and asked the assistant directly.

"Cough! This sentence should be our question to you. You have been so busy recently that you don't see anyone. Do you have something to hide from us?"

"Me? I didn't run around for these clients, and I didn't even have time to catch my breath." Ruxu frowned, and glanced at Tan Shaojie's office. The windows were blocked by shutters, so she couldn't see what was going on inside.Could it be that he got himself into trouble again?
The assistant leaned in front of her and whispered, "Sister Wang, don't lie to us, everyone knows that you and Young Master Tan are going to have a flash marriage."

Engage!Ruxu stood up from his seat like lightning, the rumor really didn't need any reason at all, they would believe something so absurd that it would be impossible for Pangu to open up the world?
Seeing his expression, the assistant asked doubtfully, "Isn't it?"

Ruxu clapped the folder, "Of course not! I don't know how you got your lawyer's license, and you didn't even analyze the most basic logic. Tan Shaojie and I have nothing to do with each other. At best, he always likes to make fun of me. The 'Flash Marriage' has been moved out, I have to admire your imagination!"

Colleague No. [-] hurriedly complained: "We can't blame us for thinking wildly, it's true that the bridal shop called and asked you to find time to try on the dress."

"A dress and a wedding dress are the same concept?" Ruxu said as her thoughts drifted away, wondering who Xin Ning had chosen to be the best man?It should be Yichen, right!Xin Ning deliberately teased her, so she refused to tell her, so she called Yichen, but Yichen didn't say anything...

The assistant stuck out her tongue: "Sister Wang, don't be angry, we are just infected by the atmosphere of the Chinese New Year, and we want to celebrate more."

At this moment, Tan Shaojie opened the door, probably heard their conversation, and said with a smile, "Are you going to the bridal shop now? That's right, I'll see you off."

Uh...what's the situation?Just explain the misunderstanding, and immediately apply a thick stroke, which is called getting darker and darker.

Ruxu didn't hear clearly for a while, and was terrified, Tan Shaojie was going to the bridal shop too?Could it be that Xin Ning invited him?

Tan Shaojie came out with a briefcase in one hand and a long coat in the other, not paying attention to her strangeness. "I heard that your car has been sent for maintenance. It will be convenient in a few days. I know where you are going, so I will give you a ride!"

Just as Ruxu was about to refuse, she quickly controlled the words she was about to say, and nodded stiffly: "Thank you, wait for me first." She sorted out a few pages of documents on the table and put them in her bag, but her head was thinking for a while We must get the truth about the "best man" out of his mouth.

Tan Shaojie was very surprised by such a straightforward answer. Whenever he wanted to help her, didn't he get rejected first?Jun couldn't help showing a happy smile on his face. Lawyer Li on the opposite side quietly applauded him, and other female compatriots secretly encouraged him to cheer.

The assistant's curiosity has not yet been answered, "Sister Wang, what are you doing to try on the dress so well? Is there a friend who is getting married?"

Ruxu gave a low-key "En", but Tan Shaojie added in a very uncooperative way: "The title of the gossip magazine is so big, you ask it knowingly."

"Huh? What does it have to do with gossip magazines?"

"We, Xiaoxu, are bridesmaids in the grand wedding of the Sky Hotel."

As soon as these words came out, all the girls complained.Wang Ruxu is really calm, hiding her secrets!
Ruxu gave Tan Shaojie an annoyed glance, it's really troublesome, does she have any friends, is it necessary to show off to everyone?

During the rush hour, there was a car accident ahead, the road conditions were extremely bad, the car was stuck in the middle of the road, unable to advance or retreat.

Ruxu withdrew her gaze from the window, and the convoy that couldn't see the front and back was depressing, so she kept her face sullen and didn't speak.Tan Shaojie handed her a can of black tea, "The traffic police are already dealing with it, and it may take a while to pass, please be safe."

She touched the black tea pot unconsciously, and frowned: "Tan Shaojie, I asked you something, and you have to answer me honestly."

"So serious? It seems like a big deal."

"Shen Yitang got married, did you invite your best man?"

Surprise flashed in Tan Shaojie's eyes, and suddenly he had an epiphany, and replied with a smile: "Do you think Shen Yitang will invite me?"

"Please answer positively."

"I think you should just ask your good friend."

"I hope you answer positively." She repeatedly emphasized, is there a need to ask him what Xin Ning is willing to say?

Tan Shaojie shrugged: "Okay! I'm being honest, Shen Yitang didn't invite me."

Ruxu let out a breath suddenly, nestled her tired body into the back of the chair, and relaxed.

Her appearance dimmed his eyes, and he suffered a silent shock.

"Your good friend has the same personality as you, and even keeps secret who you invite to partner with you."

"Anyway, it's fine if it's not you." Ruxu closed her eyes gently, "I don't have the energy to talk to you now, I'm so tired from running around all day, I don't know how long I'll have to sleep...I'll sleep first, call me when I arrive."

Not long after, she fell into a drowsy sleep, her head tilted to one side.

He shook his head helplessly, picked up the coat from the back seat and put it on her body.He didn't talk to her much for several days, and every night his mother ran to him to talk, and he didn't have time to go to her house for dinner.It feels like I haven't looked at her carefully for a long time, there is a faint black shadow under her eyes, it must be because of poor sleep again!
This woman... How could she be born to make him feel so distressed?

Thinking of her question just now, she couldn't help laughing bitterly. When He Xinning in "Three Musketeers" got married, besides Wang Yichen, would the best man be the second choice?Unless Shen Yitang resolutely objected because of the past, the other men moved aside.

The music in the car whispered the eternal love song, Ruxu didn't sleep well, frowning from time to time, her head turned left and right for a while, crooked and chattering.Tan Shaojie gently supported her body, let her lean on his shoulders, and did not let her go until the urging of the horn came from behind, and started the car slowly.

In fact, Shen Yitang was very reluctant to invite Yichen to be his best man at his wedding, a rival who had been spying on his wife for a long time, a rival in love who threatened him for a long time, he felt an inexplicable sense of oppression when he saw Yichen.

Xinning thinks from a different angle, but she is also reluctant to invite Yichen.Because of hearing Ruxu's confession, and knowing that Yichen has not let go of her feelings for her until now, she feels deeply let down and guilty.Just imagine, how cruel it is for a man who silently waits for you wholeheartedly not only to attend the wedding but also to be the best man?But, how sad is Ruxu?She dreams of being able to walk into the auditorium with Yichen, at least once...

Amidst the conflict, the couple still chose to call Yichen...

Yichen has been waiting for this day for a long time, and he has long been mentally prepared. What he feels is not the bitterness and pain they guessed, but is sincerely happy for Xinning's happiness.

At the bridal shop, Tan Shaojie sent Ruxu to the door. He wanted to be a good person to the end, so he went in with her to try on the dresses, but unexpectedly, Yichen also came.

"I still have something to do, let's go first, you two take your time." Tan Shaojie left this sentence, stepped into the car, and disappeared into the vast night.

In front of the bright full-length mirror, she looked at her figure vividly. Although the white dress was simple in style, it was designed by a famous teacher. In addition, her figure and appearance were all excellent, so she looked beautiful, elegant and radiant with a little dressing up.In the mirror, another figure appeared, tall and straight, exuding natural nobility, especially those deep and gentle eyes, she couldn't help but be attracted after just a few glances.

Yichen walked behind her with steady steps.

"It's beautiful." He admired sincerely.

"Thank you." Ruxu kept smiling, "You look handsome in this way."

"Hehe, thank you too."

"But I still think you are the most handsome when you play the piano." Ruxu looked directly into his eyes in the mirror.

"Really? I think so too." Yichen looked down at himself, frowning, "It's strange, no matter how you wear it when playing, you don't feel restrained. Now it's like this, but it feels like you can't stretch your arms."

Ruxu turned around, her eyes fell on his chin, and she reached out to help him straighten his tie, "It's just a different mentality, come on, smile like me!" She smiled at him.

Standing side by side with her, Yichen also smiled warmly like a spring breeze.

"I'm really happy that you agreed to be the best man."

"Hehe, how about next time you get married, I will make a free friendship cameo again?"

"That can't be done. You will take away the glory of the groom. There are not many men like Shen Yitang who can match your height and appearance." Ruxu half-jokingly said.

Yichen straightened his back handsomely, very confident, "Not many, but there is one beside you who can meet the standard."

Tan Shaojie's figure immediately flashed in Ruxu's mind.

Yichen said: "Young Master Tan's charm is stronger than that of me and Shen Yitang. You are by his side every day, don't you feel tempted?"

Ruxu raised her chin in disdain, and pointed to the plastic model next to her, "Looking at it for a long time, that person is just like this model."

"Oh, Xiaoxu, you are too stubborn. I heard that Young Master Tan specially taught you how to cook, and even I don't have that much patience. I should thank him once I have time."

"Okay! This is simple, I'll invite him tomorrow." In a good mood, everything is easy to discuss.

At this time, the bridal dress clerk couldn't help interrupting them.The store manager came over, and the designer also came over to help them choose.Everyone said that President Shen's wedding can be called the most anticipated wedding in Ling Jiang's history. Even the bridesmaids and groomsmen are beautiful and handsome, so outstanding...

Ruxu's good mood lasted until the next day when she went to work. Facing the positive gossip and greetings from colleagues, she patiently answered all questions for the first time.Regarding the issue of the best man, she did not hide it either. As soon as the name "Wang Yichen" came out, she heard everyone's exclamations as she wished.

"It's time for work, everyone get busy!" She returned to her seat with brisk steps.

When everyone returned to the computer, the miserable Tan Shaojie sent a similar message.
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Young Master Tan, the rival in love is strong, so please yourself!
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Come on, Mighty Young Master Tan, we will always be your strong backing! ——
The road to love is long, and you can be a master of others only when you have to endure hardships.

...

Tan Shaojie's face turned black, his fingers clenched into fists and he didn't move for a while.

There was a flying look on Ruxu's face. When she entered the office to hand in the documents, he said lightly: "It seems that yesterday's dress fits well. I hope you can continue to be happy like this every day."

Ruxu touched her face, "Am I acting so obvious?"

Tan Shaojie raised his eyes slightly: "Even a blind person can see it. Why, did you get back together with Wang Yichen?"

Ruxu nuzui, noncommittal.It's not a reunion, but a dream that is about to come true. She and Yichen face each other calmly, and he can finally walk into the auditorium side by side with him.Yesterday, the designer kept praising them for their match, and the photographer from the bridal shop even took a group photo for them.Looking at those few photos on the computer at night, she was almost laughing with tears in her eyes...

What made her most happy was not only that, but Yichen's smile, which she had carefully observed in secret, became Xinning's best man, and he was delighted from the bottom of his heart.

"When Xinning is happy, I am happy."

Yichen is happy, and so am I.

Ruxu was really happy, and sent a text message to Tan Shaojie for the first time: Let's have dinner together tonight!

Tan Shaojie, whose heart fell to the bottom of the valley, stared at the computer screen for a long time, rubbing his eyes, yes, not dazzled!She was indeed inviting him to dinner.

As a result, the development of things is a bit unbelievable, and it seems to be taken for granted.

The two of them went to the supermarket to buy vegetables together, and went to her house to cook together.They share the fruits of their labor, each dish tastes delicious, and the atmosphere is unprecedentedly harmonious.

"I thought that it would be impossible to eat a meal that you cooked just for me in this life."

"You are my master chef. If you want to eat in the future, I can still cook. Of course, the premise is that Miss Ben is in the mood."

"How could you suddenly change your attitude towards me?" It was already not right to accept that he drove her to the bridal shop yesterday.

"Isn't that good?" Ruxu smiled slightly, "Xinning and Yichen both enlightened me. I think about it, and treat you with a normal heart. You are still a good friend."

Tan Shaojie immediately made a toast to her in surprise, "Heaven has eyes, I will watch until the clouds open and the moon will shine."

"Don't bully me so badly in the future, maybe I will invite you over next time." She has very few friends who can be greedy, and she can speak unscrupulously in front of Tan Shaojie, sometimes it is easier than being with Xinning and Yichen .

Before she knew it, she drank most of the bottle of red wine.At this moment, her face was flushed, and her eyes were full of smiles.In the past, she always had too much defense against him, and she was careful to control her drinking, and stopped in time when she felt a little dizzy.But now, the door of her heart opened invisibly.

Tan Shaojie helped her to the sofa, she couldn't sit still, and naturally fell on his chest.With his ears pressed against his heart, his head was hot, and he could only hear a violent heartbeat.He hugged her, reluctant to let go.

"Tan Shaojie...don't you usually like to ask questions?" She took a nap for a few minutes and suddenly asked vaguely.

"Well, tell me, why are you happy?" If it wasn't reuniting with Wang Yichen, what was it?
"Because Xinning is getting married...Because Shen Yitang loves her very much, loves her very much...Because Xinning is very happy." Ruxu said several reasons in succession, but it was all about Xinning.

"Well, you are a woman who knows how to cherish friends." A hoarse voice came from his chest.

She smiled lowly, closed her eyes, and her eyes were sour. "Because Xinning is very happy, so... Yichen is also happy, Yichen is happy...I feel happy too."

Tan Shaojie pursed his lips and said nothing, his body quietly stiffened.He gently stroked her hair and murmured: "If you are really happy, I will feel happy too."

"What did you say?" She didn't hear clearly.

"It's nothing."

"Louder! I can't hear you!" she yelled, drunk as if she had never had so much tonight, and had a good time.

"I said--" He gasped for breath, lifted her from his chest, and fixed her hot face in his hands, "Have you not given up on Wang Yichen yet? Are you still dreaming of the sweet dream of girlhood?"

"Oh, hehe... Fang gave up, but he hasn't let go yet." Ruxu tried hard to open her hazy eyes, nodded her head weakly, "I'll tell you a secret... one of my dreams is to go with him Entering the auditorium, it's finally going to happen! Yichen is so kind...he wants to help me realize it! Hehe...hehe..."

Every time she laughed, his heart tightened.

Why can she control his emotions with just one sentence?Why does he coax her when she is happy, and he coaxes her when she is sad?Why can't the support of all relatives and friends be worth her "one dream"?
"Since you haven't given up, why don't you go to him, but to me?"

"I don't know why... Hey! I just want to eat with you and share our happy mood!" The drunk Ruxu used to act like a spoiled child, but her little fist hit him on the shoulder harder than usual.

"Why do you want to share your happiness with me?" He slowly leaned back against the back of the sofa.

"Why... Oops, there are so many whys... Don't ask me such a complicated question, I have a headache..." Her face slowly slid down, half lying in his arms, and she didn't feel any difference in this posture OK, too comfortable to move.

His slender fingers landed on her smooth face, he raised his head, his black eyes stared at the chandelier on the ceiling for a moment, and said helplessly: "Is there something wrong with me? Seeing you happy, sometimes I feel happy, sometimes But I feel angry... Alas!"

"Tan Shaojie..."

"exist."

"Who is your best friend?"

"Vian."

"Oh...does he know you? Does he know who you really like?"

Tan Shaojie was silent, why did she suddenly ask this?

"Xinning and Yichen are both my best friends...they asked me the same question, will I fall in love with you?"

"You...will you?" Tan Shaojie trembled all over, fell silent again, and held his breath waiting for her answer.

Ruxu opened her eyes, looked at his firm jaw in a daze, and thought hard: "I don't know...what is a heartbeat? When I see Yichen, I will blush and my heart will beat...but when you kiss me, I will also ...Heartbeat. Could it be that my heart is attracted to both men? How is it possible... My feelings for Yichen are very specific, I am a very specific woman..."

Tell the truth after drinking, right?He ignored other nonsense and only focused on the key point, "When I kiss you, will your heart beat?"

"Of course, wouldn't you be dead if you don't have a heartbeat?" She squinted her eyes with a sad expression on her face, "I remembered... It wasn't the heartbeat, it made me unable to breathe, my brain forgot to think normally, and I would be very angry... Unfortunately, I haven't kissed Yichen before, I don't know when he kissed me..."

"No!" He stopped in a rough voice, it was hard to imagine the scene.His fingers consciously stroked her bright red lips, which belonged to him alone, and no one else was allowed to touch them in the future.

"I've been so messed up lately, my head is going to be dizzy...I feel like a fool, very conflicted. Xinning said that I have a knot in my heart...that I have pushed myself into a dead end and refused to get out, but...how can I? I just It’s getting harder and harder to tell what counts as a heartbeat…”

"I have a way to help you tell the difference." Calculation flickered in the black eyes.

"any solution?"

"You promised me to cooperate fully."

"What can I do..."

"A way to let you figure out your own mind. Don't worry, if you really feel uncomfortable, you can stop at any time. Do you want to try?"

Ruxu tried hard to think for a while, her head became more dizzy, "Okay..."

He suddenly picked her up and walked towards the bedroom, her body rose into the air, and she was so startled that she quickly hugged his neck tightly.Putting her on the bed, he looked down at her: "Close your eyes, don't think about anything, just feel with all your heart, and then tell me, is your heart moving?"

(End of this chapter)