Love is as vast as the Milky Way, impossible to cross.

Chapter 231 Why did you come all by yourself in such heavy rain?

A fine drizzle fell, and night descended, as if the world were shrouded in a light veil. Gu Heng stood at the door, looking at Li Qingyou, soaked to the bone, his eyes filled with concern and heartache.

"Why did you come all alone in this heavy rain?"

Li Qingyou slightly raised her head, hastily wiping the raindrops from her forehead. A slight, indifferent smile appeared on her lips.

“I called the boss twice, but no one answered. She was probably asleep, so I came here alone.”

Gu Heng's heart felt as if it were being gripped tightly. He looked at her wet hair clinging to her cheeks and her rain-soaked clothes clinging to her body, and a strange emotion welled up inside him.

He reached out to wipe the rain off her face, but stopped at the last moment.

"You...you come in first."

Gu Heng's voice was a little hoarse. He turned and went into the house, making way for Li Qingyou.

The moment Li Qingyou stepped out of the car, her gaze first fell on the empty space where various floral arrangements had been placed.

The once colorful and vibrant floral arrangements have vanished, replaced by a clean, empty space, without even a trace of a petal.

She paused for a moment, a hint of surprise flashing in her eyes, but quickly turned her gaze to the doorway.

Gu Heng stood quietly, his gaze peaceful and warm, as if dispelling all coldness and doubt. Seeing Li Qingyou get out of the car, he smiled slightly, a smile as warm and friendly as a spring breeze.

Li Qingyou instantly understood that Gu Heng had cleaned up the mess for her.

"Thank you,"

Li Qingyou took the hot water Gu Heng handed her and said sincerely,

"I had a meeting this morning, and when I rushed over I found you had already left, so I waited here. After it was over, I had someone clean up, but I forgot to tell you."

"Also, there's no need for such formalities between us; it's too polite."

Gu Heng looked at Li Qingyou and said earnestly and seriously.

Li Qingyou didn't say anything after hearing this, but smiled and nodded.

"Let me treat you to dinner!"

"Let me treat you to dinner!"

Almost at the same moment, they said the same thing in unison, their voices intertwining in the rainy night, carrying a hint of surprise and tacit understanding.

Li Qingyou explained with a smile:

"On behalf of my boss, I would like to ask you to thank us for introducing us to clients and orders."

Her voice was full of gratitude, and her eyes shone with sincere light.

Gu Heng was slightly taken aback, then scratched his head sheepishly. He looked at the still drizzling rain outside and suggested:

"Hmm... okay then, let's go out to eat after the rain stops. Let's sit down and rest for a while now."

"it is good,"

Li Qingyou followed Gu Heng through an elegantly decorated corridor to a private office. As soon as she opened the door, a delicate aroma of tea wafted out; the interior was decorated in a modern yet tasteful style.

Li Qingyou glanced around, a hint of surprise flashing in her eyes, then turned to Gu Heng and asked in confusion:

"Why do you have a private office here?"

Gu Heng smiled slightly and explained:

"This is a property of the Huo family. Today's opening ceremony is an important event for the Huo family. I will be working here for the next period of time."

"Oh, I see,"

Li Qingyou nodded.

As they chatted, they walked to the window, where they could see the view outside. Night had fallen, and although it was still raining heavily, the city lights made the whole world shine brightly.