You Owe Me, My Love novel Chapter 158

Liu Yan observed the change in her expression and asked worriedly, “Did anything happen?”

After putting her phone into silent mode, Bai Rong kept it inside her bag and said, “It’s nothing, don’t worry.”

“OK. You have to keep a lookout for me later. You are the expert at psychology. I’ll feel more at ease with you around.” Liu Yan said happily.

Liu Yan continued talking but nothing went into Bai Rong’s ears as she was deep in thought.

Gu Mingchen just asked Liu Yan about their past. According to the Liu Yan she knew and her reaction, she was sure that her friend had told the man everything she knew and might have even exaggerated it.

She was sure that Liu Yan’s intentions were good. But in reality, it was a mistake to tell him all those things. However, Bai Rong was already used to it.

She suspected that Gu Mingchen’s purpose for tonight’s dinner was to expose her lie, and the thought of that stressed her out.

If she did not go, it would give her more time to come up with a response.

“There is someone I had my eyes on. He’s a lieutenant in the Special Forces and is in charge of training the Gray Wolf. He’s really dashing and fit. He came to me for consultation previously and I liked him at once. After that, he keeps sending me gifts and we even went on a few dates. He has a good family background. His dad is at least a colonel with the navy and his mom is the principal of an elementary school. I am quite sure that he is also interested in me. He even kissed me one day after he sent me home. But we just kind of fizzled out.” Liu Yan said regretfully.

“Either he did not like you but still wanted to keep a good image, or something might have happened that stopped your progress.” Bai Rong analyzed.

Liu Yan creased her brows. “Could it be that his family objected to us?”

Bai Rong smiled faintly and said, “There could be a lot of reasons. It depends on whether you still want to pursue a relationship with him or not.”

“Of course I want to. He’s the only person I’m interested in after so many years. He is fit, good-looking, has a good character and family background. Damn, I think he just didn’t like me.” Liu Yan said freely.

“Then you should find out the real reason and think of a solution. If a solution is possible, then you should work it out. If not, you should stop holding on to it.” Bai Rong replied as her eyes darkened. She looked outside the window and kept quiet.

The singles event was not held within the military base as outsiders were not allowed to enter the compound. Instead, it was held at a club in an external activity center which belonged to the military base.

The event was organized by a voluntary group. There were at least five hundred people who signed up for the event.

The organizer was very meticulous and prepared a buffet dinner so that the participants were free to interact with each other.

Liu Yan scanned the crowd and looked disappointed.

“Your beloved did not come?” Bai Rong took a guess.

Liu Yan shrugged and said, “Forget it. If he decided not to pursue a relationship with me because of family reasons, it just shows that I am not very important to him anyway.”

Bai Rong nodded and said, “Obstacles can strengthen a relationship, and once it reaches a certain level, it will stabilize. After a while, the relationship may turn cold due to problems from the initial obstacle and the cycle repeats. Qualities that were once appreciated by the other party may become a shortcoming next time. Human relationships are the most transient.”

“I totally agree with you. That’s why I need to find someone who loves me more than I love him. I will never settle just because age is catching up. I’d rather die proudly as a single woman then marry someone who doesn’t really love me.” Liu Yan laughed heartily.

Bai Rong smiled too. “I’m sure you will find someone like that.”

Both of them entered the hall after finishing their food.

They were each given a rose by the staff stationed at the door.

Men and women were seated separately in two different groups.

The singles event was held using a simple method.

The host would invite someone up the stage to do a self-introduction that included five parts—relationship history, family members, hobbies, future plans and qualities they looked for in a partner. After the self-introduction, the participant would perform and after that, any interested parties could hand them a flower.

If the number of interested parties were too overwhelming, the participant could pose questions and request for the interested parties to put on a performance too. After that, the participant would make a decision and it would be a successful match.

Bai Rong found this concept quite interesting.

Liu Yan had signed up enthusiastically for the performance and was the sixth person to be called on stage.

She began her self-introduction. “Hi, my name is Liu Yan. I’m a doctor with the rank of a lieutenant. I have a candid and straightforward character and I’m the only child in my family. My dad is also a doctor and my mom works in a state-owned enterprise. As for relationship history, if we don’t count crushes, those that lasted less than one week or unsuccessful blind dates, it is really a blank slate. The handsome dudes always treat me as a brother, but I am really a true blue lady. Come and test it for yourself if you don’t believe me.”

The crowd burst into laughter as Liu Yan said that.

The woman didn’t mind them laughing and continued, “I like to sing and dance, and I love China. I hope to have at least two children next time. The qualities I look for in a partner are loyalty, family-oriented, responsible, filial, treats me well and good-looking. Hahaha…”

Liu Yan felt embarrassed after she said that last point.

But looks were indeed an important aspect to her.

Her performance was a wild and sexy dance.

After Liu Yan was finished with her performance, the host announced that interested parties could start giving her flowers.

Bai Rong saw a herd of men rushing towards the stage. There were at least fifty of them.

Even Liu Yan herself was pleasantly surprised that she covered her mouth as she chuckled.

Judging by her popularity, it was unbelievable that she did not have a boyfriend yet.

A shadowy figure lurked outside by the door. A flicker of light came from the cigarette Shen Yiyan was holding. His perfectly gorgeous face was clouded by the smoke from the cigarette and made him appear as a mirage.

“Young Master, the commander-in-chief wants you to go back.” Shen Yiyan’s subordinate said with his head bowed.

A sharp glint flashed across the man’s pitch-black eyes as he stubbed out his cigarette and walked towards the door, with his subordinates following behind him.

The wild and intractable youth three years ago had transformed into a mature, restrained and domineering man.

He looked sharply ahead and commanded, “Watch carefully. Don’t let any suitors approach her. I will teach that woman a lesson after the elections.”

“Yes, Young Master.” His subordinates had their hearts in their mouths as they lowered their heads.

Bai Rong’s phone kept on vibrating.

As she had a guilty conscience, she was feeling a bit fearful.

When she took out her phone from her bag, she saw three missed calls from Gu Mingchen.

The woman could imagine how angry he must have been given his hot temper.

As Bai Rong was about to put her phone back into her bag, she received a message from the man.

He texted: If you don’t call me back within three minutes, be prepared to bear the consequences.

As she put her phone back into her bag ignoring his message, a few big-sized men stepped in front of her.

“Ms. Bai, Chief is very angry that you did not return his calls.” Lieutenant Song stepped forward and reminded her.

Bai Rong was speechless.