After three months of break, Xunyi was finally prepared for the interview at the J&J Law Groups Shanghai branch. Deming was working hard on getting back into shape, Xunyi was able to concentrate on her own stuff without being worried too much. Since they were living together, they were able to help each other out. Deming was trying his best with getting back on his feet while Xunyi watched him practice on his own.
After finishing her law assignments, she went to the kitchen and got some chopped fruits. Xunyi placed the fruits inside two small flowery bowls. One for him and one for herself. Deming improved a lot during these three months. Even though he still needed the wheelchair, he was able to walk for at least one hour with a cane. He sat on the couch and wiped his sweat off his forehead.
Xunyi sat beside him and gave the fruit bowl to him.
"Thank you." He replied and ate a piece of watermelon.
"You've worked hard. When are you planning to go back to the company?" She asked.
"After you make it in, I will be there." He smiled at her.
"Ah? Now I don't know whether I can make it. That's too much pressure." She sighed and ate a slice of peach. Xunyi looked at Deming and begged him, "Can I skip the interview?" Deming poked her forehead with his index finger and chuckled.
"No way."
"Oh... seriously? Why did the interview have to be so nerve-wracking. Ah!!!"Xunyi laid back on the couch and stared at the chandelier.
"Deming, are you going to interview me tomorrow?"
"Do you want me to?" He replied while he ate the last piece of strawberry.
"Yes." She smiled and leaned closer to him.
"Xunyi."
"Yes?"
"It's time to go to sleep." He pointed at his watch, and it was already 2:00 AM. Xunyi panicked and went back to her room to sleep since tomorrow would be her interview.
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Xunyi went to the interview fully prepared. She made sure to bring her resume, made sure her outfits were good, and lastly, she made sure her make-up was perfect. She wore a blue blouse with a grey blazer and dress pants. Her high heels were given to her as a gift. It was white in color. Her light brown hair was neat and wavy. She smiled and encouraged herself.
"You're here. You can't back off."
She was led to a waiting room, and there were at least 30 people in one room. She got her assigned number and waited. Everything felt like a deja vu to her when she was in London. She thought about her two friends in London from time to time. Every now and then, she would call them.
"Number 2576, 2576."
Xunyi looked at her number and quickly stood up. She followed two other guys into the interview room.
She took a seat and looked ahead. Xunyi was dumbfounded to see Deming sitting right in front of her. She felt her stomach turning, and she wanted to run away.
"No way." She thought, "Why was he here? There's no way the heavens answered my prayers that fast." She gulped and prepared herself. Deming is the CEO of the Shanghai branch, and Xunyi was applying for a law intern position. Since Xunyi wasn't working for three months, she wanted to start at the intern level again. Just a like refresher course for her. After a few months, if she does well, she could be promoted.
Xunyi tried her best to answer every question, and she was able to give a satisfying answer to every one of them. After one hour of waiting, Xunyi finally made it in. She was joyful and celebrating.
One of the ladies who worked here led Xunyi to the CEO's office. Xunyi was still shocked by the fact that Deming was able to attend the interview.
"Did you come for me?" She asked in curiosity.
"Hm. Who else would?" He smiled as he placed one hand on his cane, and his other hand was in his trousers pocket.
"Xunyi, great job on the interview! I'm proud of you."
"Finally, I'm able to work with you. Let's work hard together!" She looked at Deming, and his eyes looked at her with intensity. He slowly pulled her towards him, and he slowly leaned forward while pointing her chin upward. Xunyi gripped her blazer and slowly closed her eyes.
Deming kissed her lips with tenderness, and Xunyi dropped her bag. Her hands slowly wrapped around him, and they kissed sweetly.
Deming whispered, "Xunyi, please be my girlfriend."
Xunyi slowly opened her eyes, and she nodded, "Can you promise me one thing?"
"Of course." He replied.
"Let's go on a date! You choose a place and I choose a place!" Deming smiled and nodded.
"Yes!" Xunyi made a fist and smiled joyfully.
"Are you that happy?"
"Of course, it's our first date! We haven't gone anywhere for the past three months." She pouted and pretended to be upset, Deming teased her.
"I was joking with you." He laughed, and Xunyi looked at him, "It's my first time to see you laugh. You should definitely laugh more! And... smile more!"
He nodded.
"I'll try."
"Be more confident!" She demanded.
"Is this enough?" He gave another peck on her lips and grinned.
"Hey! That's not fair! I wasn't ready yet!" Xunyi wasn't prepared for him at all. Everything was spinning. His tender kiss, his touch, his warmth, and his breathing... made her so addicted to him. Today was Xunyi's best day.