Ye Feifei was astonished by Shen Sirui's eloquence. His words, almost like a personal motto, made it seem as if she could truly see him standing atop S City's highest building, overlooking the picturesque landscape like an emperor strategizing his realm.
Indeed, only those who can remain cautious at their peak can truly hold onto their own "realm"!
Perhaps, this conversation was too sincere, completely reshaping Ye Feifei's understanding of the term "uncle."
A light and deep smile crept across her charming lips, like the most stunning magnolia blooming on a tree that shades the sky on a summer day, purely divine like a fairy in the moon.
She thought, her words at this moment were extremely sincere, "It seems, the superficial glamour is always misleading. Unexpectedly, President Shen and I are alike!"
Her words were always somewhat reserved, hinting just enough but no more, yet, it must be admitted, this enticing stance was particularly captivating.
Sure enough, this ambiguous statement teased Shen Sirui's nerves.
Shen Sirui raised an eyebrow, seemingly very interested, "If you don't mind, Shen would love to hear more details!"
Looking at the mesmerizing Shen Sirui across from her, Ye Feifei felt incredibly relaxed. She picked up her cappuccino, took a light sip, and spoke softly, "Just like you said, one's background really isn't that important. Perhaps... people like me most dread having others dig through their history, but actually, I believe that those who dare to acknowledge and confront their past can go further!"
No longer using an anxious gaze to capture the handsome and charming "uncle" across from her, she simply shifted her gaze calmly to the unobtrusive light, speaking with utter tranquility, "Though I have settled in the bustling S City for quite a while, I don't belong to this city. To me, all of its romance, noise, and rapid pace are more like a dream. I'm engrossed in this beautiful dream, often blending in, yet it never makes me forget my roots. Actually... I come from an insignificant small county town in the south, a mere third-tier city, really nothing prominent, and like many who leave their hometowns, I still deeply love that humble small town. However, the support of my dreams brought me to this booming S City, and the quickest way to adapt to a city is to embrace it passionately, just as one loves their hometown!"
She paused slightly. At this moment, as she talked about life, her words could no longer be restrained, "Before being noticed, I was just a dry leaf butterfly hiding beneath the leaves, hardly noticeable. Its natural radiance already overshadowed by the leaves' brilliance. All I could do was step by step decisively climb upwards, since this environment couldn't highlight me, to make myself shine, only 'struggle' is the word!"
After speaking, unexpectedly, Shen Sirui actually clapped three times, "Good, good, good! Really not bad! Feifei, I hadn't expected you to be such an uninhibited girl, just as I have always admired. A thousand drinks are too few when friends meet, but, this celebration is a must!"
Saying that, Shen Sirui raised his glass to Ye Feifei.
Seeing this, the smile on Ye Feifei's lips grew deeper and brighter. At the moment of clinking glasses, it felt as if there was a strong surge of 'meeting too late.'
"I hope... we can truly become confidants,"
— Because, I suddenly realize, we have so many similarities!
The night, under the lighting, reflected a blurry palette of colors.
Putting down the wine glass, Shen Sirui suddenly furrowed his brows, his solemn expression carrying a melancholy charm, "Feifei, about yesterday, are you sure you don't need my help? I remember Yi Chu mentioned that you were just her private designer, not actually a staff member from Hongyu. Frankly, having been in business for many years and now focusing on the film and television industry, as a collaborator, I do know quite a bit about Hongyu. The entertainment industry, with its intense competition, is hardly inferior to business environments. In this era, where fame matters so much, talented people often remain unrecognized, and without much security, a smooth path is hard to guarantee! If you trust me, consider me your friend, please don't refuse every opportunity I pave for you at Hongyu. Consider it a welcome gift for a new friend!"
Mentioning yesterday's issue suddenly still made Ye Feifei feel a bit embarrassed and uneasy, yet it was a heartwarming proposition. She was very aware that society, by its nature requiring people to navigate it, ensures the inexperience and failures of those who attempt to make it alone. She needed help, reinforcements, advantageous connections from both sides, and she didn't mind using her beauty and youth as weapons, although she has always relied on her acquired effort and talent to make a living. After all, emotional intelligence is always more critical than these.
"Since it's a welcome gift from a friend, I happily accept it, my good buddy, no need to explain!"
This time, it was Ye Feifei herself who picked up the wine glass to toast Shen Sirui.
Shen Sirui's subtle smile finally transformed into the silver moonlight shimmering on the lake under the night sky, hazy and comforting, like a dream!
"Cheers!"