15: White Moonlight Heartbeat

Chapter 15: The Heartbeat of the White Moonlight

Ever since Li Zhiyan confirmed that his future would be incredibly brilliant, his aura quickly reached its peak.

A man's confidence stems from money.

Therefore, at this moment, no matter where he was, he looked special compared to others, easily attracting the attention of the opposite sex.

This was a true rebirth.

As Li Zhiyan approached, many classmates slowly restrained their jealousy.

Having a successful classmate always had its benefits.

"Hello, everyone, long time no see. I missed you all since I couldn't make it to last year's gathering."

Li Zhiyan was very cordial when he saw his former classmates.

After entering society, one gradually drifts further and further away from the innocence of past emotions.

Zhao Hongbin said admiringly, "Li Zhiyan, I don't dare to recognize you after two years! Now you're riding in a million-dollar luxury car and even have a dedicated driver."

"Unlike us wage slaves who are still worrying about our future."

"What have you been doing these past few years to earn so much money?"

Li Zhiyan chuckled, looking very debonair.

"Nothing much, just earned a little bit of pocket money, not much at all."

His humble demeanor captivated many female classmates in the class.

Everyone just assumed Li Zhiyan was being modest.

Being able to drive a million-dollar luxury car might not necessarily mean he was that rich.

However, hiring a driver spoke volumes.

Zhou Lili looked at Li Zhiyan in front of her and felt she didn't recognize him.

The current him and the Li Zhiyan who had confessed to her in the past were two complete extremes.

Every time Zhou Lili thought about Li Zhiyan from back then, she still found him childish.

But, the current Li Zhiyan was definitely the perfect type in the heart of any mature woman.

Handsome, rich, and refined.

If she had agreed to him back then, she would be sitting by his side now, wouldn't she?

Zhou Lili realized that Li Zhiyan's rejection of her wasn't out of spite.

It was truly because he had no time…

He must have been doing business, which made him quite busy normally.

...

"Alright, everyone on the guest list is here. Let's go eat. Private room 88·888."

The classmates had been standing outside for so long and felt incredibly hot.

Now that they could go to the private room to eat, everyone's steps quickened a bit.

Until everyone was seated in the private room...

The waiter began serving dishes and drinks.

However, because young people nowadays don't particularly like baijiu, everyone ordered beer and red wine.

Soon, everyone started to get boisterous.

"It's been so long since we last met, fill 'em up, fill 'em up!"

"To our classmate friendship, cheers!"

Under Zhao Hongbin's shouts...

Everyone raised their glasses together, and then many classmates started taking turns toasting Li Zhiyan.

They exchanged many pleasantries, hoping that if Li Zhiyan could, he would lend them a hand in the future.

Zhou Lili looked at the infinitely glorious Li Zhiyan and also marveled at the magic of money.

In previous classmate gatherings, the main characters were usually herself or other beautiful women who came.

But today, the main character had completely become Li Zhiyan.

"Li Zhiyan, are you mostly in Magic City?"

Zhou Lili asked, looking at Li Zhiyan, who was sitting not far from her.

Hearing Zhou Lili speak, everyone quieted down considerably.

"Yes, mostly in Magic City, but I also often travel to other places."

Zhou Lili followed up, "Then, we should gather more often in the future. There aren't many classmates in Magic City. I was sad for a long time after you rejected me last time."

Seeing Zhou Lili's somewhat pitiful expression, many male classmates felt pity.

"When I have time."

Li Zhiyan's indifferent attitude made Zhou Lili feel very uncomfortable.

She felt like she had lost; it seemed he didn't care about her at all now.

"Haha, Goddess, Li Zhiyan, you two can chat privately later. Let's drink first, Li Zhiyan, I wish you an early Bentley and even greater success!"

Xu Hongyang stood up to toast Li Zhiyan.

Everyone envied Li Zhiyan's current achievements.

Zhou Lili's eyes also sparkled with a different light as she looked at Li Zhiyan.

The classmates started reminiscing about past events.

Many of these stories were brought up at every annual gathering.

However, today, most of the stories revolved around Li Zhiyan.

"Li Zhiyan was really great in high school. All the girls in the class thought he was very good. Goddess, why did you reject Li Zhiyan back then?"

Zhou Lili was a bit unsure how to answer.

Actually, she also thought Li Zhiyan was good, but her parents were small business owners, and they had always taught her that economic conditions were the most important when choosing a partner.

She hoped to find a partner with good financial conditions in college or after graduation.

But until now...

She hadn't found anyone who met her requirements. Although she had many admirers, she remained single until she was 23.

She had also encountered some middle-aged wealthy businessmen who wanted to keep her, but she rejected them all.

She felt that such a life wouldn't last.

"Perhaps, I was too young back then."

Huang Feiming chimed in, "If that's the case, why not consider getting together now? Li Zhiyan can be said to be young and promising now, and you two are a great match."

"And he has a house in Magic City, so if you marry him, you'll become a Magic City resident."

Zhou Lili didn't speak, but in her heart, she genuinely had an intention to develop further with Li Zhiyan.

A young man with his looks, refined demeanor, and wealth is far rarer than beautiful women nowadays.

"Zhou Lili, you didn't say anything, does that mean you're tacitly agreeing, haha?"

"The Goddess is shy! There's a chance, there's a chance!"

Everyone started to tease, but Li Zhiyan smiled and said, "Alright, everyone, stop joking. Those are childhood matters, it's been so long."

His words, spoken in a joking manner, made Zhou Lili feel disappointed again.

Does he really not care about her anymore?

Although his conditions were excellent, she might not necessarily be unable to find a boyfriend who drove a million-dollar luxury car.

The class reunion finally ended around eleven o'clock at night.

Many classmates stayed directly at Haitian Hotel.

After Li Zhiyan waved his hand for Old Zhang to drive the car over, Zhou Lili followed him.

"Li Zhiyan... can you take me home?"

Zhou Lili had too many questions and too many things she wanted to tell Li Zhiyan.

She was truly too curious about Li Zhiyan.

"Get in."

Li Zhiyan led Zhou Lili to the back seat of his car.

After Zhou Lili told him her home address, Old Zhang turned on the navigation and started driving.

"Li Zhiyan, I really didn't expect you to achieve this much now. You're only twenty-three, and many of our classmates are still struggling to make ends meet."

"And you are truly one in a million now."

Zhou Lili really wanted to ask about Li Zhiyan's assets.

But she felt that asking would affect Li Zhiyan's impression of her.

So she didn't ask.

"I'm just a bit luckier, that's all."

Li Zhiyan didn't give Zhou Lili another glance. Although she was his former white moonlight, he had long since moved on.

"Li Zhiyan, in the future, when I'm in Magic City, can I often come to see you?"

"Of course, we are classmates. Regardless, the friendship from those youthful years will always be there."

Zhou Lili felt a little relieved.

However, she also had a feeling that Li Zhiyan would respond to anything she said, but there was an invisible barrier between them that she couldn't break through.

It wasn't until they arrived at Zhou Lili's newly rented apartment that Li Zhiyan got out of the car.

"Alright, get some rest early."

"Mm... Li Zhiyan, I just found a new job and start tomorrow. In the future, in Magic City, I'll still bother you. We're old classmates, so I won't be polite with you."

Li Zhiyan also smiled and said, "Of course, our friendship lasts a lifetime."

After bidding farewell to Zhou Lili, Li Zhiyan got into the car and left.

Looking at the taillights of the Mercedes-Benz S, Zhou Lili's heart was very conflicted.

"Li Zhiyan's assets must be in the tens of millions, and he's still so young..."

"I should seize this opportunity."

Zhou Lili wanted to marry a wealthy man, but she wouldn't marry just any greasy, middle-aged rich person.

Li Zhiyan was the best option she could currently access.

...

Upon returning home, Li Zhiyan received a call from Haoye Law Firm.

Su Jinan's past information was now completely in his hands.

In the evening...

Zhou Lili sent a WeChat message.

Zhou Lili: "Li Zhiyan, I started my new job, and our supervisor wants to pursue me."

"Do you think I should consider him?"

Li Zhiyan: "When it comes to matters of the heart, it's best to make your own decision."

Zhou Lili had no place in Li Zhiyan's heart.

His interactions with her were solely due to their past classmate bond.

Putting down his phone, Li Zhiyan stopped checking messages.

In her rented room, looking at Li Zhiyan's message, Zhou Lili felt a very uncomfortable sensation.

A supervisor who drove a BMW 7 Series—if it were before, she would definitely consider him, but after seeing Li Zhiyan, she could no longer muster any interest.

Does he really not care about her at all?

If she had accepted his confession back then, what would things be like now?

...

Night fell...

Li Zhiyan returned to the master bedroom and turned on the air conditioning.

He returned to the past once again.

"The most important thing this time is connections, building connections, and solving Zhao Manman's problem."

Li Zhiyan slowly let his mind clear up. Fortunately, he remembered everything and hadn't forgotten anything...

"First, I'll go find Little Li."