Her words left unsaid, the atmosphere became somewhat oppressive.

"Let it go, Fangxing. Who hasn't loved a scumbag in their youth? Do you remember how you comforted me when I had a heartbreak in college?"

"..."

Shen Fangxing's eyes flickered but she remained silent. Xu Qingzhi sighed softly and spoke in a low voice.

"People are just passing through, with no fixed abode. Do not dwell on the past; wherever you find peace, go there. There are fragrances of flowers everywhere in life. Su Heng is just a passerby in your life; there's no need to linger on him. Fangxing, you're so outstanding; you deserve to have someone better."

She deserves someone better...

Shen Fangxing tightened her grip on the phone, a familiar yet unfamiliar face flashed through her mind for a moment. But in the next instant, she silently curved her lips.

It seemed she was indeed a bit muddled, even able to connect such unrelated matters.

"Fangxing... Are you okay?"

Shen Fangxing returned to her senses. "...I'm fine. I just feel... what you said makes sense."

Xu Qingzhi sighed with relief on the other end of the phone. "Alright, take care of yourself first. I might be busy later..."

"Okay..."

But just as they were about to hang up, Xu Qingzhi's voice came through again, trying to keep her on the line.

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"Wait, Fangxing!"

"Yes?"

"Um... Are you planning to stay at Su Heng's company after this?"

Shen Fangxing paused, realizing she hadn't thought about this question.

"Well, the thing is, our R&D department is desperately short of people. If you don't want to stay at Su Heng's place, could you come help us first? I know you still have Star International, left by your aunt, to take care of, but I..."

Shen Fangxing pondered for a moment, then spoke softly,

"Since we've broken up, I no longer have a reason to stay at his company. Besides, I've been busy for so many years. You need me, I can jump in anytime."

"Ah—my dear, you've really helped me a lot. Feel free to make any requests, whether it's pouring water, giving massages, or anything else. Even if I offer myself, as long as I can have you, it's worth it..."

Xu Qingzhi's excitement was rare, dispelling much of the melancholy in Shen Fangxing's heart.

She chuckled softly. "Is it that exaggerated?"

"Is it exaggerated? The whole world can't compare to how lucky I am, you know..."

"Alright, calm down. Don't you have things to do? Hurry up."

"Okay!"

Having resolved a major issue, Xu Qingzhi's voice sounded much lighter compared to the beginning, and then she happily hung up the phone.

The call ended, and Shen Fangxing's thoughts were somewhat scattered. Just as she was about to stand up and take a walk outside to get some fresh air, the phone rang again.

She hesitated for a moment before picking up the phone. The screen displayed an unfamiliar landline number.

After a brief pause, thinking it might be a client from Su Heng's company, she answered the call.

"Hello, may I help you?" Shen Fangxing's voice carried her usual professional tone.

"...Hello... Is this Fangxing?"

A spirited voice came through, but it was clear the caller was not young anymore.

Shen Fangxing's eyes flickered with uncertainty.

"Yes, it's me. How can I help you?"

"It's me, grandma, the one under the gardenia tree last time. I heard from Yu Song that you wanted to see me..."

Shen Fangxing's uncertainty turned to understanding, and she nodded silently.

"Yes, grandma. I promised to chat with you before, but it's been so many days. I'm sorry."

"No problem, your health is the priority! Um... if you're free now, why don't you come over? I'll have Yu Song pick you up."

Shen Fangxing glanced at the weather outside and smiled.

"Alright."