No te apoyes en la barandilla oeste para retener el claro otoño

Capítulo 4

Zhou: A joyous occasion? Then I'll send you another one.

(Zhou Jin sent Jian Dongping a file named "Newborn Rose")

(A few minutes later)

Zhou: Is that alright?

Jane: Did you witness this firsthand as well? This female college student was trafficked to a small hotel, and then escaped?

Zhou: Yes, I've helped her too.

Jane: You gave me money again?

Zhou: No. I'll do it another way.

Jane: You only wrote about her being tortured and then escaping. Can you be more specific?

Zhou: I can't disclose the way I helped her.

Jane: How did you help her?

Zhou: I can't say. (A smiley face) It's really inconvenient.

Jane: I'm very curious. Zhou Jin, where did you get so many stories from the lower classes?

Zhou: I've wandered everywhere, what don't I know? This is my experience. Hehe, I'm also a rose from the bottom.

Jane: In this kind of environment, aren't you a girl afraid?

Zhou: What's the use of being afraid? You have no idea what I've been through. I feel like I'm almost 60 now. I mean, 60 years old at heart, but my body is still young, I'm great! By the way, do you think I'm in good shape? (Editor Jian)

simple:……

Zhou: Tell me, tell me.

Jane: But I've never seen your figure before, haha. However…

Zhou: But what?

Jane: You could compile your experiences into a book, which might become a bestseller. Then you could add the photos you took.

Zhou: You're so naughty! When someone asked about your figure, you told them you were writing a book. But I am writing one, haha.

Jane: Is it your own experience or what you've seen?

Zhou: My own experience.

Jane: I'll add your own photo later.

Zhou: Do you think I'm beautiful?

Jane: Yes, beautiful. I have to go to a meeting now, Zhou, let's talk again later.

Part Two: Gathering Information on Urban Consumption.

Date: March 8

Zhou: Editor Jian, where do you men usually go out to play at night?

Jane: (smiling face) Well... I rarely play this game.

Zhou: (Smiling face) Let's talk about this privately. I won't tell anyone, don't worry.

Jane: Actually, there are many places to have fun: restaurants, karaoke, nightclubs, bars, dance halls, cafes, public bathhouses... it depends on what you want to do. Many people also exercise at night, such as playing badminton or table tennis.

Zhou: Editor Jian, what about you?

Jane: Me? ...

Zhou: I really want to know.

Jane: Sometimes I go to bars, sometimes I play sports. If I'm busy with work, I work overtime.

Zhou: Play ball? What kind of ball?

Abbreviation: Badminton or squash.

(One minute later)

Zhou: Thank you, Editor Jian.

Date: March 15

Zhou: I love ice cream. Editor Jian, is Häagen-Dazs the most expensive ice cream shop here?

Jane: It should be.

Zhou: I like walnut ice cream. By the way, Editor Jian, have you heard of "Miaolin"?

Jane: It's a women's clothing brand.

Zhou: Where can I buy it?

Jane: Most stores probably have them, but I'm not familiar with women's clothing.

Zhou: I don't know if Pacific Department Store has it.

Jane: You can go and take a look.

Date: March 17

Jane: Did you receive the message I sent you on QQ yesterday morning?

Zhou: Received it. Sorry, I went shopping yesterday and I bought Miaolin.

Jane: What did you buy?

Zhou: A cheongsam. They sell cheongsams too, and this is exactly what I need.

Jane: How much?

Zhou: More than 800.

Jane: (Smiling face) It's not expensive for a high-end cheongsam.

Zhou: The female boss of Miaolin was originally named Shen Biyun, which is a very nice name.

Jane: I've heard of her. She's a powerful woman in the fashion industry. Our newspaper interviewed her.

Zhou: I know. November 2nd last year.

Jane: You know so much.

Zhou: When I was buying clothes, I looked at the clothing catalog, and it had information about them.

Jane: Miaolin makes other fashion items besides cheongsams, why didn't you buy any?

Zhou: I think I look even prettier in a cheongsam. Hehe. What do you think? Didn't you see me wearing a cheongsam last time?

Jane: (A smiley face) ...

Date: April 27

Jane: Your recent manuscripts seem to be late.

Zhou: I'm sorry, Editor Jian, I've been feeling dizzy and lightheaded lately. I'll definitely submit it tomorrow morning.

Jane: I haven't seen you online lately.

Zhou: They've been busy lately.

Jane: What are you busy with?

Zhou: I'm going on a long trip in a couple of days, and I'm making preparations.

Jane: Going on a long trip? Where to?

Zhou: South. The location hasn't been decided yet.

Jane: Then you should tell me in advance.

Zhou: Okay. Don't worry, I'll submit my manuscript on time. I'll bring you a gift then.

Jane: (Smiling face) Where are you going?

Zhou: Anyway, it's in the south. The north is too cold, but the south is warm and feels like home. (Smiley face) I'd like to ask, which brand of razor is better?

Jane: You want to give this to your boyfriend?

Zhou: Say it, say it.

In short: Gillette is generally used.

Zhou: Men's... um, underwear?

Jane: CK is pretty good. Zhou, you're so good to your boyfriend.

Zhou: She doesn't have a boyfriend, I only love you, Editor Jian.

Jane: I'm much older than you, I'm almost your uncle.

Zhou: You're not that old, you're only a few years older than me.

Jane: I take good care of myself, you can't tell I'm already fifty.

Zhou: (Laughing) You're just kidding me!

Jane: How old are you, little sister?

Zhou: Editor Jian, you're the worst! If you wanted to know someone's age, you should have just said so. I'm 24 this year. What about you?

Jane: She's 30 years older than you.

Zhou: An older man and a younger woman, we're a perfect match.

Jane: Unfortunately, I'm not fortunate enough to enjoy this. My girlfriend is a police officer, and she's very fierce. I wouldn't dare to get involved with other women.

Zhou: Editor Jian is hilarious. I think you're a fearless man. If you really have a girlfriend, it's because you've completely fooled her; I can tell from your eyes.

Jane: Am I that extravagant? Zhou, you flatter me.

Zhou: People who look flashy aren't necessarily deceiving; it's the seemingly calm and collected men who are the most deceptive. Haha, Editor Jian is just that kind of person.

Jane: You seem to know men very well.

Zhou: Yeah, that's right. I'll say it again, I like people like Editor Jian, it's a pity you have a girlfriend. You love her very much, don't you?

Jane: Love is too intense a feeling for me.