After I Transmigrated into the Novel, I made the Heroine Fall for Me - Chapter 71

“So we’re actually a bit useful?”

“What use?”

Yu Lu swept a glance over the group, her chilling aura spreading freely as if it cost nothing.

“For example, Shengxiao and Miss Fang went to the farmstay for three days and two nights you didn’t know, but we all did!”

The moment these words were spoken, they immediately regretted it.

Yu Lu’s anger was visibly intensifying.

“Uh, Sister Yu Lu, what if Shengxiao sent you a message and you just didn’t see it?”

“Yeah, yeah! How could Shengxiao possibly forget to message you about her plans for a three-day, two-night trip?”

“There’s no way Shengxiao would forget.”

The group hurriedly tried to placate Yu Lu, fearing her rage might harm her health and force them into overtime.

“Hah? Do you think I’d believe that?” Yu Lu placed her phone on the desk, her face full of resentment. “My phone has been fully charged all day, and Shengxiao’s ringtone is specially set. She definitely forgot.”

“Don’t I know that Gu Shengxiao is a total fool in love? The moment she gets involved with Fang Qingying, she tosses everything I say right out of her head.”

Yu Lu felt like her lifespan was shortening.

The others, watching Yu Lu’s state, all wiped nonexistent sweat from their foreheads.

Boss, you’re badmouthing our employer! Do you still want your paycheck?

Just then, the office door was knocked.

Knock, knock, knock!

“I’ll get it.”

One of them, taking advantage of his long legs, dashed to the door.

The moment he opened it, a wave of relief washed over him ah, this was the signal for deliverance.

“Yaya, you’re finally here! Quick, save us!” The man spoke while gesturing toward the still-fuming Yu Lu behind him.

He completely missed the oddness about Lin Zhiya, she seemed as if she’d been bullied to tears, though it wasn’t too obvious.

“Why is Sister Yu Lu angry again? What did you all do?” Lin Zhiya walked in, closing the office door behind her.

After all, they were still at the company, and some matters needed to be handled behind closed doors rather than broadcasted openly.

“It’s not us, it’s Shengxiao who ticked Sister Yu Lu off!” The man spoke indignantly.

Lin Zhiya looked at him, puzzled. “Isn’t that pretty common?”

If it weren’t for Gu Shengxiao provoking Yu Lu, she might still be trapped at home by that shameless girl.

“Yaya, now that you’re here, it’s time for us to clock out.” The man patted Lin Zhiya’s shoulder with grave sincerity.

Then, without giving her any chance to object, he swiftly gathered his things and bolted out.

Watching him flee, the other three exchanged glances. Following his lead after Lin Zhiya’s arrival, they made their escape too, leaving everything to her.

Lin Zhiya understood their intent perfectly and waved them off. “See you tomorrow.”

The group that had rushed out of the office leaned against the wall outside, collectively covering their faces as if weeping.

“Ah, Yaya is such a good kid.”

“Should we bring her a loving breakfast tomorrow?”

“Then I’ll bring a loving lunch?”

“Does that mean I have to cover dinner?”

As soon as the words were spoken, the four lowered their arms and exchanged looks. “…”

A shared glance confirmed it they were definitely rivals.

In the office, Yu Lu sat in her office chair, slumped over the desk in frustration, then lifted her head to look at Lin Zhiya.

With a defeated expression, Yu Lu spoke, “Yaya, I think I want to resign.”

Being a manager like this was just too difficult, it felt like she was nothing more than a decoration, a mere tool.

Looking at the chaotic mess on the desk, Lin Zhiya dutifully helped her tidy everything up, then mercilessly struck a blow to her heart.

“Yu Lu, I don’t think you want to resign. Especially if you still want to bring my sister home, you need to work hard otherwise, you won’t be able to afford her.”

“Besides, Yu Lu, you’re not just a decoration. Right now, there’s a contract waiting for you to sign.”

Just hearing this made Yu Lu feel pain all over, an almost unbearable kind of pain.

“Cheer up! I heard my sister bought a famous tourist spot in City A, so keep going, okay?” Lin Zhiya finished tidying up, patted Yu Lu’s shoulder, and spoke earnestly.

She had never imagined that someone would compete with her sister in making money?

And the kind who only grew more determined with setbacks?

“Yaya, haven’t you and your sister made up yet?” Yu Lu perked up instantly upon hearing this.

When people get energized, they want to meddle in everything.

“Not yet,” Lin Zhiya shook her head. “But it won’t affect your relationship, Yu Lu, so don’t worry too much. My sister and I can handle our own issues.”

Yu Lu said, “I’m just afraid you two will drift further apart.”

Lin Zhiya shook her head again. “That won’t happen. Since it’s time to clock out, I’ll head back now.”

She could only hope that shameless girl wouldn’t be waiting at her doorstep again.

“Do you need me to drive you home?” Yu Lu stood up from her chair, straightened her clothes, and headed out.

“Sure,” Lin Zhiya thought for a moment. A free ride would save her the time of taking the subway and walking.

The two left the office one after the other and headed toward the company entrance.

Lin Zhiya lived in an unremarkable two-story house outside the Third Ring Road. By around ten at night, the area would become pitch black.

Every time Yu Lu drove her home, she felt like urging her to move. The environment was too dark for a young woman living alone, and with the neighbors going to bed early, it felt unsafe.

This time, as Yu Lu parked the car, she spotted someone crouching at Lin Zhiya’s doorstep!

Yu Lu: “!!!”

How could there be someone there!

Completely unaware, Lin Zhiya unbuckled her seatbelt and pushed the car door open, ready to step out.

But after taking only a couple of steps, her wrist was tightly grasped by Yu Lu. Turning back, she saw Yu Lu’s serious face as she asked, “Yaya, are you sure you want to go out now?”

“I’m home,” Lin Zhiya blinked, a puzzled look in her eyes. If she didn’t go out, was she supposed to spend the night in the car?

With a grim expression, Yu Lu said in a displeased tone, “There’s someone crouching at your door. Wait a moment, I’ll go with you.”

She first looked for something to use as a weapon and prepared to dial the phone at any moment, just in case something unexpected happened.

Though confused, Lin Zhiya waited for Yu Lu’s next move.

As Yu Lu cautiously led her toward the house, Lin Zhiya immediately recognized who was crouching at her doorstep.

She seemed to be asleep, yet not quite.

Her brows were tightly furrowed, as if she was pondering something deeply.

Yet, the first thought that crossed Lin Zhiya’s mind wasn’t to question why she was crouching by the door, but rather, how long had she been waiting, and was she cold?

Although it was summer, the nighttime temperature was still a bit chilly, and one could easily catch a cold if not careful.

Not to mention, someone was now crouched at her doorstep, half-asleep and leaning drowsily against the wall.

Aside from the risk of catching a cold, the thought of a young woman crouching here alone filled her with a sense of dread.

“She’s someone I know,” Lin Zhiya said calmly, stepping forward just as Yu Lu was about to approach, and pulling the person tightly into her arms.

Her body felt unusually warm, perhaps from staying out here for so long.

“Why is someone you know crouching at your doorstep?” Yu Lu asked with concern, but Lin Zhiya only hid the person in her arms even more securely.

“We had an appointment to meet, and I forgot,” Lin Zhiya lied expressionlessly.

At that moment, she didn’t want Yu Lu to know who the person in her arms was, mainly to avoid unnecessary trouble.

After all, her artist had just whisked Gu Shengxiao away for three days and two nights, which was enough to make Yu Lu subject her to a “rigorous interrogation.”

“Isn’t this the second time you’ve stood someone up?” Yu Lu thought for a moment. “The first time was a young girl, right? I wonder what happened to her in the end?”

“I don’t recall anything like that,” Lin Zhiya refused to acknowledge such baseless accusations.

“Of course you don’t remember. You nearly lost your life on your way to that appointment,” Yu Lu said with a deliberately light laugh.

Heaven knows how terrified they were when they received the news back then. That incident was the very reason for the rift between the sisters.

If she hadn’t stopped Lin Zhiya from going to the appointment, Lin Zhiya wouldn’t have coincidentally encountered the car accident. If she had left earlier, she might have avoided it altogether.

Lin Zhiya, who had lost a part of her memory due to the accident, had no recollection of the appointment but, for some reason, held a strong grudge against her.

It was as if it were an instinct carved into her bones, whatever Yu Lu said, Lin Zhiya felt compelled to oppose.

Lin Zhiya tightened her embrace and said with an unreadable expression, “I won’t see you out. Take care on your way back.”

She was clever.

From the fragmented story Yu Lu had shared and the things someone else had mentioned, she could roughly piece together what had happened.

Lin Zhiya carried the person into the house and laid her down on the living room sofa. Kneeling beside her, she gently traced her fingers over the other’s cheek, a hint of regret flickering in her eyes.

“What should I do with you, Gao Tian?”

Her conflicted emotions were clearly written on her face. Lin Zhiya knew full well that the other person didn’t like her, yet the feelings from that time left her uncertain.

The loser?

Who was it, really?

She let out a bitter laugh, her thumb unconsciously brushing against Gao Tian’s lips. They were full and soft, like marshmallows at the slightest touch.

Reluctantly, Lin Zhiya withdrew her hand and was about to stand up when Gao Tian suddenly grabbed her wrist.

“Gao Tian? Are you awake?” Lin Zhiya asked.

But the person gripping her hand tightly remained fast asleep, as if the movement had been nothing more than an unconscious reflex.

Lin Zhiya tried to pull her hand back, but found it impossible to retrieve.

Her eyelashes drooped slightly, veiling the unconcealed thoughts in her eyes. With her other hand, Lin Zhiya clasped Gao Tian’s hand and said indifferently, “Gao Tian, if you don’t let go now, you won’t get another chance.”

I’ve already let you slip away once.

Now that you’ve come to me willingly, it would be a shame not to take you in.

If you try to run again, you won’t escape.

“Do you understand?”

“My sweet Tian.”

Lin Zhiya half-knelt on the sofa, her figure casting a shadow over Gao Tian.

Like a devout believer praying for divine favor, she seemed to be pleading with reverence.

A wild intensity filled her eyes. As long as she could keep her here, Lin Zhiya thought, no one would ever take her away.

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