Perhaps some more rational girls would have noticed these signs.
But for a naive young girl, it would take mere minutes to fall.
The so-called pyromania of love is nothing but this.
Fan Yanshu had performed his part with the intention of touching Shi Yaoguang’s heart, speaking with such emotion and pathos, but when she wanted to evaluate the results, she unexpectedly got none.
Because Shi Yaoguang was looking at him with a very rational gaze, "No matter how nicely you speak, you can’t make me overlook what you have done."
"You snooped around about my matters, and even blocked my way home, I need a reasonable explanation."
"I can explain," blurted out Fan Yanshu in haste, "I really didn’t mean any offense."
"The deed has been done, whether you meant to offend or not, you have offended me."
Shi Yaoguang said very sternly, "I won’t ignore the fact that you stalked me just because you did it out of admiration."
"I really know I was wrong, I promise there won’t be a next time. Please forgive me this once, okay?"
Fan Yanshu gazed at Shi Yaoguang with puppy dog eyes, looking pitiful.
Looking at him like that, Shi Yaoguang seemed somewhat moved, her eyes flashed, and finally, she sighed and said, "Don’t let it happen again."
Fan Yanshu joyfully agreed, his eyes filled with secret excitement.
Like a child yearning for sweets, he had garnered a big bag of White Rabbit candies.
His delight was evident on his face.
Seeing his expression, Shi Yaoguang tugged the corner of her mouth and haughtily snorted, "I warn you, I’m already married, you’d better not harbor any improper thoughts towards me, otherwise...you’ll be responsible for the consequences."
She meant those consequences sincerely.
Fan Yanshu immediately nodded, "I understand, I will definitely try to restrain my feelings, I won’t make you uncomfortable again."
As he said this, he made a cheering gesture.
If a sunny big boy were to make this gesture, it would certainly make one smile with understanding.
And kindle an aspiration for youth.
However, when he made it...
It couldn’t be said to be a total disaster, just that it smashed his image to bits.
If he had stuck to the domineering CEO role, or perhaps the image of a deeply affectionate dandy, that might have saved him a little.
Shi Yaoguang rolled her eyes ungraciously, sarcastically blurting, "That gesture looks so childish. How old are you this year? Making that gesture, don’t you feel it’s quite out of place? Or do you have no clue whatsoever about your own age? If that’s the case, then I truly regret to say..."
"Perhaps, instead of waiting here to block me, you should go to a psychologist’s clinic to see a therapist."
This woman really spared no courtesy at all.
He complained about Shi Yaoguang’s sharp tongue in his heart, but there was no trace of embarrassment on his face.
He touched his nose, speaking in a tone of annoyance, "I just wanted to leave you with a good impression, but I didn’t think... it would backfire ."
He lowered his head, looking dejected as he spoke.
His original plan was to wait for Shi Yaoguang to coax him, instead, Shi Yaoguang showed no mercy and kicked him while he was down, "You should now have a good understanding of your abilities. Don’t spend your days fantasizing about things that are out of touch with reality. How about paying more attention to your own situation, yeah?"
If he hadn’t misunderstood, he must have been found wanting, right?
That’s right, isn’t it?
He was actually despised!
He scrolled through imaginary comments in his mind, while telling himself that once he found the opportunity, he would definitely make Shi Yaoguang regret it.
He would absolutely make her regret her actions today.
Fan Yanshu fancied such thoughts in his mind.
But when he met Shi Yaoguang’s scornful gaze, he instantly felt dejected.
His goal was undoubtedly great.
He couldn’t even melt the tip of the iceberg.
His wonderful future, huh.
He might not see it in his lifetime.
By a fluke, he guessed the truth.
But this accessible truth was soon cast aside in his mind.
He wouldn’t do something that would undermine his pride.
Since Shi Yaoguang was unwilling to accept him now, he would lie low.
He would wait for the right opportunity to make his move again.
Thinking this, Fan Yanshu prepared to leave. He bid farewell to Shi Yaoguang, "I’m sorry, Miss Shi, my uncontrollable emotions have caused you much trouble. I’ll leave now."
As he spoke, he said with lingering affection, "I’m really sorry. I will strive to control my emotions, and even if I miss you, I won’t appear before you without your permission."
"There’s just one thing I ask of you," he added.
He said, looking at Shi Yaoguang with anticipation, hoping she would give him a chance.
Shi Yaoguang graciously gave him an opportunity, "Let’s hear it."
"I... I would like to be friends with you, is that okay?"
As he spoke, worried Shi Yaoguang might refuse, he hurriedly added, "I won’t bother you, I just hope to be good friends with you. I don’t want anything else; I absolutely won’t intrude on your life. Just agree to this, and I’ll leave."
"What if I don’t agree?" Shi Yaoguang asked with a teasing smile. "Are you planning to cling to me anyway?"
"Of course not..." he said with an embarrassed expression. "This is just a measure of last resort. If you don’t agree, then I’ll have to resort to other methods, but rest assured, whatever I do, I won’t make things difficult for you, or else, I... I will..."
Shi Yaoguang looked at him, her eyes glinting with mockery, "You’re not going to say you’ll do whatever I ask of you, are you?"
Fan Yanshu scratched his head, his ears turning red, and nodded awkwardly. "That’s indeed what I was thinking..."
He glanced at her out of the corner of his eye, cautiously speaking up, "You don’t think I’m being reckless and frivolous, do you? I’m not usually ; I don’t know what’s gotten into me."
"Everyone says I fell for you at first sight simply out of lust, but there are so many attractive people in this world, and I don’t feel this way about anyone else. You should believe me; I genuinely like you."
Shi Yaoguang seemed slightly swayed. "Do you really like me as much as you say you do?"
"I swear!" He looked steadfastly into Shi Yaoguang’s eyes, seeing nothing but her in his gaze.
No matter the circumstances, this scene would always appear extremely romantic.
Shi Yaoguang seemed to be moved by the atmosphere, and she let out a soft chuckle. Then, as if she had finally relented, she said magnanimously, "Since you are so shamelessly insistent on being friends with me, I’ll grant your wish. But let’s get one thing straight—you and I will be just friends!"