Chapter 127 Breaching the Heart’s Barrier[Part 2]
Jiang Ruolan stood before the mirror, smoothing out her outfit. Just as she was about to step out, something caught her mind, and she sat back down. She retrieved a soft-hued lipstick, carefully applying it to her lips. After pressing her lips together lightly, she glanced at her reflection, still sensing something missing—perhaps it wasn't quite right.
In a low murmur, she whispered to herself, "This feels... too stiff, too proper." Pausing to think, she gently swept a strand of hair from behind her ear and let it fall forward, instantly softening her appearance and adding a touch of understated allure. Once satisfied, she quickly grabbed her things and headed out.
"Li Hua, I'm stepping out for a bit. Call me if anything urgent comes up."
"Got it, Sister Lan."
"Oh, and everyone, send your coffee orders in the group chat. I'll pick them up on my way back."
"Thanks, Sister Lan~"
Jiang Ruolan moved with efficiency. After tidying up the necessary documents, she hopped into her car and sped off.
When Jiang Ruolan made her poised entrance at the café, Su Ning felt an immediate wave of unease. She had seen this woman trending online before and knew she was no ordinary person—her stunning looks, impressive education, and exceptional emotional intelligence were unmatched.
Jiang Ruolan entered with a warm smile, first greeting Zhou Yi. "Mr. Zhou," she said politely, then turned her gaze toward Su Ning. "And this must be Mr. Zhou's friend? Hello, I'm Jiang Ruolan."
Her smile was gentle and inviting, though her eyes held a subtle curiosity as they studied Su Ning. This girl is exquisite... And here she is, sharing coffee with Mr. Zhou. Their relationship must run deeper than mere acquaintances.
As Jiang Ruolan extended her hand to shake Su Ning's, she subtly lowered her gaze, concealing the swirl of conflicting emotions within her. The age gap between herself and Zhou Yi became painfully clear once again. This delicate, radiant young woman was his peer—sitting across from him, they looked like a picture-perfect couple.
A strange, unfamiliar pang of jealousy flickered in Jiang Ruolan's chest. Yes, she admitted to herself, she was envious.