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Yun couldn't help but smile, her lips curling up in genuine emotion, which was the most captivating aspect of her. I suppose this brought us a step closer!
The train from Beijing to Jiangzhou would take until one-thirty in the afternoon. When mealtime arrived, the attendant pushed a cart down the aisle, calling out, "Chicken rice, beef rice! Anyone need some?"
Yun didn't like the food on the high-speed rail; it was tasteless and high in calories, so she didn't buy anything. Jiang Shiyu didn't order either; with his picky eating habits, he definitely wouldn't touch it.
The attendant came by twice, and Jiang Shiyu turned to her, asking, "Aren't you hungry?"
Yun shook her head. "My parents are cooking at home. I'm just waiting to eat there."
Jiang Shiyu turned away without saying anything more. He took out his phone to watch a game live stream, but the internet on the high-speed rail was spotty and lagged constantly. Frustration flickered across his features before he put his phone away again.
Yun observed his every move, knowing he was someone who lacked patience. Sitting for so long must have been tiring for him.
After some consideration, she spoke up to ease his boredom. "Which area do you live in Jiangzhou?"
"District."
"Which district?"
Jiang Shiyu crossed his arms and revealed his mechanical watch, his expression relaxing slightly. "Shanggu District."
"That's pretty close to Wugu District. I live on Shangyang Street in Wugu District."
Yun knew very well that he lived in Shanggu District; she was familiar with everything about him, while he remained oblivious to her feelings.
The young girl smiled brightly, her sparkling almond-shaped eyes beautiful. Jiang Shiyu looked at her and smirked lazily, "Yun, are you checking my household registration?"
Yun's smile faltered as she shrank back, falling silent. Her once straight posture slumped as well. The brightness in her almond eyes dimmed with disappointment, resembling a scolded pet cat looking pitiful.
Did I disturb him? It made sense; he wasn't one to enjoy chatting. With how much she talked, he must have found it annoying.
Seeing her shrink back in surprise, Jiang Shiyu's lips twisted into a sympathetic pout.
"Did I scare you?"
The relaxed demeanor suddenly shifted, and the playful expression in his eyes faded. He crossed his arms, but I meant no harm.
Yun blinked and turned her head to sneak a glance at him, her almond-shaped eyes clear and bright.
Jiang Shiyu's heart skipped a beat, tightening in his throat as he swallowed hard to suppress it.
"I was just joking," he said lightly.
Hearing this, Yun let out a sigh of relief; it turned out he wasn't annoyed by her chatter. A smile returned to her lips, brightening her face once more.
Seeing her cheerful demeanor restored, Jiang Shiyu couldn't help but smile slightly as well. Nestling back into his seat, he said slowly, "Go on."
With his permission, Yun gained some confidence and began to speak animatedly. "There's a dumpling shop on Fan Road in Wugu District that's really special. They make the dumplings fresh on the spot! The only downside is that it's a bit out of the way; I don't know if you've ever been there?"
Jiang Shiyu thought for a moment before replying, "No."
He felt that those two words were too blunt, so he added, "Maybe I'll try it next time if I get the chance."
Yun's smile widened. "If you can't find me, I can take you there! It's run by an old lady who's been in business for over ten years. She used to have her shop in an alley, but when they tore it down, she moved to a small lane on Fan Road."
Although I was born and raised in Jiangzhou, I didn't get to go out much as a child. After school every day, I had dance classes, so I didn't have much free time to explore other areas. However, I'm quite familiar with Wugu District. If you come to Wugu District, I can show you around some of the little shops that have been open for years."
Jiang Shiyu listened and replied casually, "Hmm."
He had always lived a life of luxury; even a simple meal could cost him thousands of yuan. He usually took taxis everywhere and dined at the finest restaurants in Jiangzhou. The places Yun mentioned felt too ordinary for him—he had never experienced such simplicity before.
Yet listening to her talk about it felt nice because he could sense the happiness in her voice. A simple life was what Jiang Shiyu had always pursued.
He took out his phone and said to her, "I don't have your contact information; how will I find you to take me there?"
Yun paused for a moment as she looked at the phone he handed over, which displayed a QR code for scanning.
The two exchanged WeChat contacts, and Yun stared at his profile with a hint of daze.
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