Eternal Love: The Billionaire's Relentless Pursuit-Chapter 219 - 212: Either You Go to Him, or He Comes to You (Third Update)

Wu Chengzu seems different from other wealthy bosses; he didn’t take Bai Yiran to any fancy restaurant but instead took her to eat skewers at a street stall.

A chaotic row of street stalls casually set up, with a tent propped up over them, tables haphazardly placed inside, and a grill worker grilling food in front of the stove. Smoke wafts through the entire street, the taste is nice but quite choking.

Bai Yiran’s seat wasn’t good, as soon as the wind blew, the smoke followed, making her really uncomfortable.

Wu Chengzu stood up and touched her shoulder with his cold fingers, "Let’s switch places."

"I didn’t take you anywhere fancy, I’m really sorry." Wu Chengzu apologized to Bai Yiran, but she couldn’t sense any apology in his tone; it was more as if he said it just for the sake of saying something.

"It’s okay, I haven’t had this for a long time either." She used to eat it often, but after being with Leng Yichen, he was particular about food and always questioned the hygiene of roadside barbecue stalls.

"Yes, I haven’t had it for a while, so since I returned to the country, I’ve wanted to try it. But coming alone feels awkward."

"Coming alone?" Bai Yiran was somewhat surprised, "You could ask your friends to come with you."

Wu Chengzu nodded, "That’s right, so today I asked my friend to come with me."

Bai Yiran was speechless, wondering if this man had no other friends? What is his definition of a friend anyway? Bai Yiran couldn’t possibly consider a man and woman who have only met twice and are almost strangers as friends.

Nonetheless, since Wu Chengzu said so, Bai Yiran couldn’t refute him.

Shortly after, the food they ordered was served, and Bai Yiran embraced her foodie nature. She indeed hadn’t eaten BBQ in a long time, temporarily letting her guard down and restraint, enjoying herself while eating.

"You’re different from the girls I’ve met." Wu Chengzu said.

"Hm?" Bai Yiran had a piece of meat in her mouth, blinking, "How am I different?"

"You..." Wu Chengzu’s eyes were enigmatic, as if penetrating someone, but finally, he said, "You eat more."

Bai Yiran felt a bit embarrassed; after all, being told by a man that she eats a lot isn’t something to be happy about, so she changed the subject, "Are you married?"

"Yes." Wu Chengzu’s voice was indifferent.

Bai Yiran pursed her lips and smiled; he was taken, surely breaking the hearts of those young girls in the office.

"But, my wife passed away a few years ago." Wu Chengzu’s tone was steady, devoid of emotion.

Bai Yiran was a bit embarrassed, feeling she shouldn’t have asked, "I’m sorry..."

"No problem, perhaps death was a kind of relief for my wife."

Bai Yiran didn’t understand what Wu Chengzu meant by this at the time, thinking maybe his wife had died from some excruciating illness. Yet, Wu Chengzu’s tone made Bai Yiran feel a chill.

"On the contrary, Yiran." Wu Chengzu paused, "May I call you that?"

"Sure."

"Yiran, have you ever been married since you’re still young?"

"I was married once, over a year ago, and then divorced." Bai Yiran didn’t hide it; there was nothing to hide.

Wu Chengzu raised his brows, not showing much surprise, "I really want to know who was foolish enough to give up on a girl as wonderful as you."

Bai Yiran kept her head down without speaking. The issue between her and Leng Yichen wasn’t about who was smart or foolish but was a double barrier of timing and status.

"Miss Bai." Neither of the two noticed when Wang Hai walked over.

Bai Yiran looked at Wang Hai in surprise, "Brother Hai? Why are you here!" 𝕗𝕣𝐞𝐞𝘄𝐞𝚋𝚗𝗼𝘃𝗲𝗹.𝚌𝕠𝚖

Wang Hai glanced at Wu Chengzu, then stepped aside so Bai Yiran could see the Maybach not far away.

Bai Yiran frowned, "Why is he here?"

"Miss Bai, the boss wants you to come over."

"I’m eating with a friend!"

Upon hearing the word "friend," Wu Chengzu raised his brows.

"The boss says either you go over, or he comes here."

"Your ex-husband?" Wu Chengzu asked.

"Yes." Bai Yiran’s expression turned ugly.

Wu Chengzu looked towards the car not far away, as if he could sense the person inside also looking at him.

"Sorry, I have to go now." Bai Yiran knew she couldn’t strong-arm Leng Yichen; trying to go against him would only make herself embarrassed.

"No problem." Wu Chengzu stood up gentlemanly, helping Bai Yiran with her chair.

Bai Yiran stood up, ending up facing Wu Chengzu closely, appearing somewhat ambiguous.

"I’ll see you next time."

"Okay."