Transmigration: Experiencing Life's End - Dying Peacefully in One's Sleep

Chapter 441 Guan Juer 12

Zhou Ling took Guan Juer's hand: "I'm not busy tomorrow, and I'd like to request to schedule a time with you tomorrow."

She thought for a moment and said, "Hmm... congratulations on your application being approved."

"Thank you, the car is here, let's get in first." Zhou Ling smiled and led her to open the car door.

As soon as he got in the car, he raised the partition to block Assistant Chen's gaze, which he thought was well concealed but was actually clearly unable to control his gossip.

Zhou Ling never let go of Guan Juer's hand, and the two sat close together.

The atmosphere was just right, their eyes met unintentionally, and they couldn't help but kiss.

After dinner, Zhou Ling reluctantly took the person home.

The two parted ways downstairs in the Joyful Song residential complex, and Guan Juer went inside to wait for the elevator.

After waiting for a short while, I heard someone come in.

She turned her head and saw that Fan Shengmei, who was clearly a little drunk, and Qu Xiaoxiao, who was walking unsteadily, had entered.

"Is Sister Fan drunk? Qu Xiaoxiao, what's wrong with your feet?" Guan Juer asked casually.

"It's alright, I only had a few drinks at a business dinner," Fan Shengmei said, rubbing her temples, looking a little tired.

Looking at Fan Shengmei, who was forcing a smile, she seemed to be in a bad mood.

Guan Juer glanced at the Hermès bag she was carrying.

Qu Xiaoxiao walked over to her, seemingly unconcerned about her ankle: "I sprained my ankle, and I'm recovering. Guan Guan, you just got back from the art exhibition?"

Guan Juer shook her head: "I didn't go to the art exhibition today."

She asked in her mind, "Xiao Qi, has Fan Shengmei found out about Wang Baichuan renting the car yet?"

Xiao Qi is tasting the dishes made by the chefs after learning from them at the restaurant: "Wait a moment, host."

He replied a while later: "Fan Shengmei already knows that Wang Baichuan rented a car. Tonight, Fan Shengmei is helping Wang Baichuan entertain clients, so I gave her a Hermes scarf."

"Hmm, so the plot has come to this point."

The elevator arrived, and the three of them went inside. Guan Juer pressed the elevator button for her floor.

Qu Xiaoxiao spoke up again: "Guan Guan, I had a meal at your house last time. Are you free tomorrow? Let's have dinner together. It's on me. I happen to have some free time recently."

She hasn't won over Dr. Zhao yet, and she sprained her ankle, so she just happened to have nothing else to do.

"I'm not free tomorrow, I have plans," Guan Juer said, shaking her head.

"Let's do it next time, you're a very busy person too."

Guan Juer thought about how busy she was with playing, and realized she was indeed quite busy, and couldn't help but curl her lips into a smile.

When she got home, she threw her bag on the sofa as soon as she entered the door, then sprawled out on it and took out her phone to look at it.

I had just told Zhou Ling that I was home when his call came in.

"I'm still on my way home, stuck in traffic."

Guan Juer teased, "If I had known, I would have let you stay for the night."

"It's not too late now, I can have Assistant Chen turn around and go back."

"You said you already knew, which means it's already too late. Besides, I was just joking, and you actually took it seriously?"

Zhou Ling smiled and said, "I take everything you say very seriously. It's not far to turn back now."

"If you come over, I won't be able to get a proper rest tonight," Guan Juer said, her words laced with teasing and ambiguity.

Zhou Ling paused for a moment, then laughed out loud: "You always say things that catch me off guard."

Guan Juer smiled and asked in return, "And what do you think?"

"You're right. I think if we were alone together, I would really have a hard time being sure I wouldn't bother you."

The two discussed ambiguous topics over the phone, with Assistant Chen nearby and able to hear them.

Assistant Chen, both gossipy and feeling offended, said: "Boss, I work hard without complaint, and I still have to eat dog food (a Chinese slang term for witnessing a couple's relationship). You need to give me a raise!"

Guan Juer smiled and said, "Let me know when you get home. I'm going to take a shower now."

"Okay, go ahead."

A few days later, Guan Juer won first place in the car race as expected; her interest came and went quickly.

After that, she stopped racing much. But after that day, Qin Xin discovered that she and Zhou Ling were actually a couple.

Then he told her about Zhou Ling's past experience with racing cars and said he wanted to see them race.

Zhou Ling and Guan Juer didn't say anything about this. They only do things when they're interested. Maybe they can have a competition someday when they're interested again.

*

Zhou Ling has work this weekend, and Guan's parents are coming over, so Guan Juer doesn't have time for a date.

She booked a restaurant first, and then drove to pick them up.

"Guan Guan, it's been a while! Let Mom see you!" Guan Guan's mother said with a smile as soon as she saw her.

Mr. Guan, carrying a small suitcase, watched the two of them with a smile on his face.

"Mom and Dad, it's been so long! I've missed you both so much." Guan Juer stepped forward and gave each of them a hug.

Mrs. Guan said with a reproachful look, "You're too busy. You don't even have time to come home and see us."

Guan Juer played along, saying, "It's my fault. Let me treat you all to food, drinks, and entertainment to make amends."

Guan's parents were amused by her, and the family got into the car and headed to the restaurant.

Guan Juer booked a private room, which was perfect for them to chat.

When the dishes were served, Guan's mother began to remind her, "Guan Guan, you draw often, so remember to take care of your health and eat on time."

They all know that their daughter draws, often for hours at a time, maintaining one posture for a long time, which is bad for her body, cervical spine, and wrists.

Sometimes I forget to eat, and I might get too hungry, which is bad for my stomach.

Although she has said this many times, she still can't help but say it, because this is the most basic requirement that parents have for their children.

Guan Juer understood all this, so she always obediently replied:

"Don't worry, Mom. I only paint one picture every few months now, so it's not tiring."

"That's good. Money can never be earned enough; health is the most important thing."

“Yes, yes, your mother is right,” Mr. Guan nodded in agreement.

"I understand. I'll take you to my art exhibition later."

Speaking of this, the two of them instantly felt proud of their daughter: "Okay, let's go and appreciate your work too."

"Okay, let's eat, Mom and Dad. These are all my favorite dishes."

Upon hearing this, Guan's parents smiled even more broadly, and Guan Juer smiled as she served them food.

I spent two days with my parents in Shanghai before sending them back home, as they still have work to do there.

*

After some time, Xiaoqi's restaurant finally opened, and as expected, business was very good, with a constant stream of customers and many repeat customers.

After finding someone to manage the hotel, he and Yunshang, who had already obtained her driver's license, embarked on the trip they had longed for.

Guan Juer often receives photos of scenery and food from them, but fortunately, she often goes on dates with Zhou Ling now, so she has something to do and isn't so envious.

"What are you looking at?" Zhou Ling came out of the bathroom, wearing only a towel around his waist.

He walked to the bedside, sat down, and picked the person up to sit on his lap.