Chapter 344: Chapter 344: Gu Jiahui Comes to Pick Her Up
Sheng Tang felt much more alert as the cold morning wind blew.
She remembered telling Gu Jiahui that if he ever discovered anything unfavorable to her, he should inform her immediately.
Now, with his ambiguous hints and special effort to find her here, Sheng Tang wondered if he really had something important to say.
Jiang Baocu’s car had already arrived. She apologized to Gu Jiahui, "Sorry, senior. I promised to give Sheng Tang a ride."
Sheng Tang hesitated for a moment, then said to Jiang Baocu, "You go ahead, I’ll take his car back."
She gently squeezed Jiang Baocu’s hand.
This was their secret signal, meaning they’d talk later.
Jiang Baocu didn’t insist further.
Gu Jiahui got out of the car and personally opened the door for Sheng Tang.
In the depths of winter, Gu Jiahui wore a black shirt, matching sweater, and a very long cloak, exuding elegance.
He was slim and tall, a natural clothes hanger, his long cloak making him look like a runway model.
Sheng Tang didn’t think he was particularly handsome, just that he must be freezing.
Who wears something so light during winter?
Gu Shiting always dressed in down jackets, never freezing himself for the sake of looking good.
"Please, junior," Gu Jiahui nodded slightly, showing courtesy.
Sheng Tang got into the car.
Having been up all night and just having had a rich breakfast at Yan Jin’s house, her mind felt dizzy.
She intended to ask Gu Jiahui what he wanted.
But at this moment, she really didn’t have the mental strength to deal with the cunning Gu Jiahui. As soon as she got into the car, she leaned against the seat and closed her eyes to rest.
She only meant to close her eyes for a minute to compose herself, but unknowingly, she fell asleep.
Sheng Tang slept deeply.
She wasn’t used to staying up late.
Though being a star was tough, she became famous early on, especially in middle age, having collected both fame and wealth. She didn’t have a family nor bad habits and focused on maintaining her health.
Now transformed into a young girl, she rarely stayed up all night, even when rushing for assignments, making this an unbearable experience.
Sheng Tang wasn’t sure how long she slept. She woke up in a daze to find the car had stopped.
The car was warm, with the window cracked slightly. Upon waking, she heard the soft piano music from the speakers.
Next to her, Gu Jiahui was staring at her intently.
Seeing her wake, he smiled mischievously behind his glasses, "Aren’t you afraid I’ll sell you off, being so unguarded around me?"
"Selling people is illegal," Sheng Tang replied.
Yearning for some fresh air and to stretch her limbs, she pushed open the car door.
The car was parked near the entrance of their neighborhood, close to a small supermarket.
Sheng Tang got out, and Gu Jiahui followed.
"What do you want to talk to me about?" Sheng Tang took several deep breaths, feeling the cold air clear her lungs and mentally revitalizing her.
"Nothing much, just wanted to give you a ride home," Gu Jiahui smiled, leaning against the car roof, "Also wanted to chat a bit, but you fell asleep as soon as you got in."
Sheng Tang: "..."
She hesitated, studying his expression, "Really nothing?"
"Of course."
Sheng Tang frowned slightly, thinking he must be bored, why else would he come to pick her up at her classmate’s house if there was nothing important?
Her look was understood by Gu Jiahui.
Gu Jiahui laughed, "Your class also has members in the student council. I added them as friends. They posted a story, and I saw you among them. I also noticed the event ended in the morning. I happened to visit my parents’ house last night, which is nearby."
Near Yan Jin’s house, there are two upscale villa communities, close to each other.
The Gu family’s villa is over there, but he rarely goes back.
Yesterday, his mother was ill, so he went home to see her.
Returning to that lavish villa, he felt lonelier and more restless, even yearning to see Sheng Tang.
To his surprise, his wish came true.