Chapter 85

Qi Lin on the other end of the line, hearing this, didn't know what to say for a moment.

Because her call wasn't to hear Jiang Hao admit his mistake.

"Where are you right now? Are you still busy? Do you have time?"

"Me? I happen to be free today. I'm planning to head back to Tianhe City for a bit. What, want to come with me to Tianhe City to have fun?"

"But you police officers should be pretty busy with work, right?"

"Going back to Tianhe City? I happen to have two days off. If you don't mind, I can go with you." Qi Lin on the other end of the line said directly.

The moment she finished speaking, she regretted it.

Saying it like that—would it give Jiang Hao the impression she was being casual?

But she herself didn't know why her brain had just heated up and she'd blurted that out.

She did have vacation, but she only had tomorrow off for one day. As for the day after, if she wanted to rest then too, she'd have to take leave.

Jiang Hao on the other end of the line was also caught off guard.

But in the original work, Qi Lin was always a girl who dared to love and hate. Thinking of this, he replied, "Sure, then where are you right now? I'll come pick you up."

"But I'm going back to Tianhe this time to see my parents. You don't mind, do you?"

"N-no, I don't mind. Meeting uncle and auntie would be nice too." Qi Lin's mind was currently blank.

Jiang Hao was going home to see his parents, so what would it mean for her to tag along?

But the words had already been said.

Backing out now didn't seem quite right.

Besides, since Jiang Hao wasn't the one reaching out to her, she actually had a bit of a temper about it.

After all, Jiang Hao's demeanor that day looked like he was about to confess to her no matter how you looked at it.

Back in their student days, because her parents were strict, she had rejected Jiang Hao.

But to say she had no good feelings for Jiang Hao—that would be a lie.

Coming out of her student days, like most girls at first, she was a face-person.

It was only after entering society that she slowly changed.

But her change wasn't by much.

At least when it came to Jiang Hao, she had always had good feelings for him from start to finish.

A man who's handsome, has a good temper, and no bad habits—any girl would have good feelings for him.

Let alone that Jiang Hao guy was even more handsome than in his student days, and had even more presence about him.

He was also taller.

For Qi Lin, Jiang Hao becoming rich actually held no particular attraction for her.

What she felt for Jiang Hao was actually that hazy feeling from their high school days.

For many people, elementary, middle, and college periods don't leave as deep an impression as high school.

Because high school can be said to be the most rebellious and yet most mature stage of life, and also the stage where one's fate changes.

Only after entering society do those who didn't study well back then regret why they didn't study hard in high school and get into a good university.

"Alright, I'll come pick you up now. Where are you?"

"I got off work early at three this afternoon. I'm at home now. Just come straight to my place to pick me up."

"Okay, I'll be there in twenty minutes." After saying that, Jiang Hao hung up the phone.

Qi Lin on the other end, hearing the busy tone from the other end of the line, slowly lowered her phone.

"How'd it go?"

"Jiang Hao is on his way to pick me up right now."

"I... how did I suddenly blurt out going to Tianhe City with him and meeting his parents? I really am..." Qi Lin was a bit frantic, though more than that, she was shy.

Especially thinking about how she'd introduce her relationship with Jiang Hao when she met his parents.

"Awesome, I can only say too awesome. Qiqi, if you and Jiang Hao make it, don't forget me when you strike it rich. My wonderful future life depends on you."

"Get lost." Being interrupted by Tian Juan like that, she immediately wasn't so nervous anymore.

Being a police officer, psychologically Qi Lin was still very solid.

She quickly adjusted her emotions.

"Alright, Jiang Hao's coming over soon. Aren't you going to hurry up and change into something pretty, go with him to Tianhe City to meet his parents?"

"What do you think I should wear?" Qi Lin asked.

"First time meeting someone's parents, dressing too sexy isn't good. Just go for something pure and demure. A dress would be nice. I remember you have a light blue dress, right? That one would work."

"The weather's pretty hot now, wearing that is also breezy, won't be too hot."

"Throw on a white outer layer outside, can protect against the sun."

"For shoes, wear that pair of blue sandals of yours. Your feet are so pretty, it'd be a shame not to show them off." Tian Juan began acting as Qi Lin's advisor.

After changing clothes, Qi Lin, who was already pretty, casually put on some light makeup, and then heard a knock at the door.

Opening the door, Jiang Hao in a white casual outfit was standing right outside.

For some reason, Tian Juan and Qi Lin felt that compared to half a month ago, Jiang Hao seemed a bit taller, a bit more built, and even more handsome.

Their feeling wasn't wrong.

After Jiang Hao fused with the Saiyan genes.

Jiang Hao's height had grown, and he'd become more built.

Compared to before, there were still some changes.

Jiang Hao looked at Qi Lin in her light blue dress, and his eyes lit up.

Compared to how she looked in her police uniform.

Her outfit made her look pure and beautiful.

The kind that is a feast for the eyes.

With such a good foundation, even with just light makeup on her face, she was already very beautiful.

"Jiang Hao, you came really fast. I'm entrusting my Qi Lin to you; you must not bully her."

"Don't worry. Who could bear to bully such a beautiful girl as Qi Lin, right, classmate Qi Lin?"

"Cut it out. As expected of a boss, you really know how to say sweet things."

Hearing this, Jiang Hao smiled.

Compared to her shyness over the phone, Qi Lin seemed much bolder in person.

"Tian Juan, aren't you coming with us? My hometown, Tianhe City, is quite fun. Although the county town is average and lacks good entertainment facilities, the scenery is nice. Want to come play?"

"I'll pass. I have things to do. I just got a call for a leading female role; I'm joining the crew in half a month. Right now, I'm writing the character's biography and honing my acting skills to prepare for joining the crew."

"Alright then. Good luck. If you need any help, just call."

"We are classmates after all. If I can help, I will."

"Then, Sister Qi Lin, let's go."

"Okay, but let's stop at the mall first. Going to your house empty-handed won't do."

Hearing this, Jiang Hao did not refuse.

Afterwards, the two got in the car and set off.

Tian Juan watched Jiang Hao's car drive away.

A hint of envy was in her eyes.

How she wished she were the one sitting in the car right now.

Unfortunately, Jiang Hao had no feelings for her.

But she and Qi Lin were childhood friends and besties.

If Qi Lin ended up with Jiang Hao, it would be better than letting some other woman she didn't know get the benefit.

Thinking this, Tian Juan's mood immediately improved quite a bit.