"Huh? Where's your phone?" Yi Jinbai had always thought that Jiang Shuiyun's phone just had no signal or was turned off, but it turned out that it wasn't in her possession at all.
"It looks like it's in a bank safe deposit box."
Jiang Shuiyun recalled what happened when she left, and then remembered this matter. She used Yi Jinbai's phone to call Shen Yunyi and go to retrieve her own phone.
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Chapter 73
The call to Shen Yunyi was answered quickly, and Shen Yunyi's voice came from the other end.
"Miss Yi, is there anything I can help you with?"
"It's me, Jiang Shuiyun, it's me..."
"Cough cough!"
Before Jiang Shuiyun could finish speaking, she heard a violent cough from the other end of the line, followed by a series of clanging and banging noises. After the noises subsided, Jiang Shuiyun tentatively asked, "Are you alright?"
"It's nothing," Shen Yunyi paused his coughing for a moment, then raised his voice even louder through the phone, assaulting Jiang Shuiyun's ears, "Jiang Shuiyun!! You're back? Do you know how long you've been gone? Five months! If I didn't know the special nature of this, I would have thought you disappeared. Didn't you say you would send a message back? Why haven't we heard anything for the past few months?!"
When Jiang Shuiyun left, she said she would finish the holographic technology in a week and would send back messages frequently. However, she was gone for almost half a year. Shen Yunyi waited and waited, but not only did he not receive any news, he also had to explain the reasons to Yi Jinbai in various ways. In addition, there were matters involving Jianghu Group and Shengguang Group. He was so busy that he was overwhelmed and almost saw stars. When he suddenly heard Jiang Shuiyun's voice, not only did he finally feel relieved, but he also felt like he was seeing the light at the end of the tunnel.
"How am I supposed to answer all these questions? Do you have time now? Could you help me get something from the bank?"
Jiang Shuiyun knew that Shen Yunyi had a tough time, but it was okay, she would get used to it.
"Take your phone? Where are you right now?"
Shen Yunyi thought for a moment. When Jiang Shuiyun left, the important items she left behind were put in a bank safe deposit box. He was the one who put them there, so naturally he had to go and retrieve them.
"Yes, I'm at home now."
"Okay, I'll send it over to you."
Shen Yunyi agreed and then hung up the phone.
Jiang Shuiyun handed the phone back to Yi Jinbai. Yi Jinbai took the phone, then casually linked arms with Jiang Shuiyun and leaned against her. "President Shen has been very kind to me during this time. He has helped me with everything, big and small. He has really worked hard."
"I'll thank him later. I'm glad you weren't wronged. By the way, do you have any plans for today's Lantern Festival?"
Jiang Shuiyun knew that Shen Yunyi had always been a reliable person, which was why she asked him to take good care of Yi Jinbai.
"today……"
Before Yi Jinbai could finish speaking, Lei Yu walked in from outside. Seeing the two of them being so intimate, he felt a little awkward and lowered his gaze, avoiding looking directly at them. "Professor, everything has been arranged. Would you like to check it yourself?"
"No need, I trust your abilities, there will definitely be no problem," Jiang Shuiyun waved her hand readily. She knew Lei Yu's abilities all too well, and he was also very meticulous, so she naturally had no worries.
Lei Yu nodded. "By the way, Professor, what about tonight's party? Do we need to make any preparations in advance?"
Although Jiang Shuiyun will not be attending tonight's Lantern Festival Gala, she will still appear via holographic projection. There are no requirements for the venue, but Jiang Shuiyun needs to give a speech, and a prepared script is required.
"Has the manuscript arrived? I just need to take a look."
The draft was definitely not prepared by Jiang Shuiyun herself; it was all in official jargon and was a pre-written draft that she only needed to memorize.
Lei Yu handed over the manuscript, saying, "Then I won't bother you any longer, Professor. Please feel free to call us anytime if you need anything."
Jiang Shuiyun took the manuscript and nodded. Lei Yu left, and Yi Jinbai looked curiously at what Jiang Shuiyun was holding. "What kind of party?"
"You can see me on TV tonight for the Lantern Festival Gala. Are you looking forward to it?"
Jiang Shuiyun pulled the person into her arms and showed off to Yi Jinbai.
"Shouldn't you set off now?" Yi Jinbai knew where the Lantern Festival Gala would be held, and he could still make it if he left from City A now.
"What do you mean by 'going out'? Of course I'm going to accompany you today," Jiang Shuiyun said, looking at Yi Jinbai's puzzled expression. She reached out and pinched the tip of her nose. "Don't ask, you'll find out when the time comes."
After keeping everyone in suspense, Jiang Shuiyun changed the subject, "Today is the Lantern Festival, a time for watching lanterns and eating glutinous rice balls. How about we go out for a stroll together?"
"You should just stay home. There will definitely be a lot of people outside today. It's chaotic with so many people around. It's better for us to stay home."
Seeing that so many people had come to protect Jiang Shuiyun both times, and that this time the entourage was even larger and seemed to be permanently stationed there, Yi Jinbai knew that it was impossible for Jiang Shuiyun to travel freely as she used to.
Yi Jinbai was considerate, and Jiang Shuiyun appreciated it. "Then we'll stay home and make lanterns and cook glutinous rice balls. I'll have someone arrange it."
"Then I'll go make you a bowl of noodles first, so you can have some lunch."
Yi Jinbai also stood up. It was already afternoon, but he guessed that Jiang Shuiyun probably hadn't eaten yet.
The two got busy with their own things. After Jiang Shuiyun went out to explain things to Lei Yu and discuss other trivial matters, when she returned, Yi Jinbai had already served the bowl of clear soup noodles.
Sitting at the table, thinking about it carefully, Jiang Shuiyun realized that this was the first time she had eaten a meal cooked by Yi Jinbai himself. Thinking of this, Jiang Shuiyun couldn't help but tease Yi Jinbai about it.
Just as Yi Jinbai was about to refute, he realized that it was really true, especially when he was with the Miracle Team. He had been wary of Jiang Shuiyun and hadn't given her any of the food he had prepared. His face turned red. "Then I'll cook for you every day from now on."
"Occasionally or twice is enough. If you cook for me every day, I'd be reluctant to let you do it. My Jinbai's hands are better suited for playing the piano, composing music, and holding a microphone."
Jiang Shuiyun took Yi Jinbai's hand. These slender hands were as white as jade, but when held, a thin layer of calluses could be clearly felt. Nothing can be obtained without effort. Even with talent, one must work many times harder to achieve success beyond that of ordinary people.
As Jiang Shuiyun held Yi Jinbai's hand, Yi Jinbai also looked at Jiang Shuiyun's hand. Jiang Shuiyun's hand was a size larger than Yi Jinbai's, slender and with distinct joints, and so white that it was translucent, with visible blue veins. Undoubtedly, such a hand was something many people dreamed of.
"Why are they stopping me from leaving again?!"
Outside came Shen Yunyi's devastating accusations. Yi Jinbai snapped out of her daze and pulled her hand away from Jiang Shuiyun's. "It seems like President Shen has arrived."
“It must be,” Jiang Shuiyun stood up. Last time, Shen Yunyi was stopped at his own doorstep, and this time he was stopped again. No wonder he was so upset. “I’ll go out and take a look.”
As expected, it was Shen Yunyi who was stopped at the gate. He was still holding Jiang Shuiyun's things and was trying to explain to Lei Yu at the gate. When he saw Jiang Shuiyun come out, he excitedly pointed at her and said, "Look, Shuiyun! Your bodyguard stopped me from leaving again!"
"This isn't my bodyguard. This is Lieutenant Lei. Say something nice, or you won't be getting in."
Jiang Shuiyun took the item from Shen Yunyi's hand and immediately started teasing him upon meeting him. Lei Yu, who was standing next to her with his arms crossed, understood Jiang Shuiyun's meaning and raised an eyebrow at the dumbfounded Shen Yunyi.
"Lieutenant?" Shen Yunyi blinked, looking at Lei Yu in disbelief. "Lieutenant, did Jiang Shuiyun do something wrong?"
"Cough cough!" Jiang Shuiyun couldn't bear to look anymore. "If I had committed a crime, would you still be here to see me?"
Lei Yu was amused by Shen Yunyi's reaction. "We're here to protect Professor Jiang's safety. Comrade, please cooperate."
"I'll cooperate, I'll definitely cooperate," Shen Yunyi finally felt relieved, noticing Lei Yu's face flush slightly. "Shall we search him?"
Jiang Shuiyun shook her head with a headache, picked up her things, turned around and walked back, no longer wanting to care about Shen Yunyi.
"Huh? Why isn't President Shen here?"
Yi Jinbai was puzzled when he saw Jiang Shuiyun carrying things back alone.
"Don't worry about him, I think this old iron tree is about to bloom."
Jiang Shuiyun took out her phone, turned it on, and sat back down to eat her noodles. She had finally managed to eat noodles made by Yi Jinbai himself, and she absolutely couldn't waste them.
Yi Jinbai didn't understand Jiang Shuiyun's meaning. A moment later, Shen Yunyi ran in from outside, her face flushed. "Shuiyun, you didn't explain it to me clearly, and you made me look so embarrassed."
"You were the one who asked for a body search, how could I stop you?"
Jiang Shuiyun ate her noodles, looking at Shen Yunyi with a gloating expression.
"Isn't that how it's always portrayed on TV? It really is... What are you eating? Give me a bowl too, I'm starving, I only had one bowl of porridge this morning."
Shen Yunyi was halfway through his sentence when he saw Jiang Shuiyun eating with gusto, and his stomach started rumbling uncontrollably.
"There's no portion for you. This was made for me by Jinbai. There's still bread in the kitchen; go get some yourself."
Yi Jinbai finished eating and only made this one bowl of noodles; there was definitely no share for Shen Yunyi.
"I'll go get another bowl." Yi Jinbai stood up. After all, Shen Yunyi was a guest. Even if they were very familiar with each other, there was no way to treat a guest like this.
"No need, no need, I can manage with just a couple of bites," Shen Yunyi wasn't one to stand on ceremony. He went to the kitchen and got some bread and milk, then quickly asked Yi Jinbai to sit down. "This is fine for me. But what's going on with all these people outside? Lieutenant, I've only ever seen them on TV."
"Now that I'm considered an expert, it's normal that they're giving me special protection, right?"
Jiang Shuiyun didn't explain in detail, mainly because her identity really needed to be kept secret, and even Yi Jinbai couldn't know it.
"I see. By the way, in a few months, a new version update for Star Wars will be released. This time, they're launching a high-end version, which is holographic. Shuiyun, would you be interested in participating?"
Upon hearing this, Shen Yunyi expressed his understanding and stopped asking questions, instead bringing up matters concerning the company.
Holographic games have always been highly anticipated, and as a pioneer of the holographic era, they will allow everyone to experience the difference between true holography and the past.
This version of the game wasn't produced with Jiang Shuiyun's involvement, but it's still incredibly beautiful. It's a collaboration between the Shen Group and the Jianghu Group. Speaking of which, with each update, the production of "Star Wars" is almost split between the Shen Group and the Jianghu Group. This is mainly because the production of new versions relies almost entirely on the Jianghu Group. Shen Yunyi is extremely impartial and incorruptible towards his own family, so the Shen Group has no choice but to grit its teeth and accept it.
"I'm not interested in participating, so I'll pass."
Given Jiang Shuiyun's previous fame as the captain of Jiang Bai, her participation would definitely generate a lot of buzz. However, Jiang Shuiyun wasn't interested. When something reaches its peak, Jiang Shuiyun loses interest in it and throws herself into the next new thing, never looking back.
"President Shen, is it the one who sang the promotional song?" Shen Yunyi was just feeling a little regretful when Yi Jinbai asked from the side.
Shen Yunyi nodded. "Yes, speaking of which, Miss Yi, your promotional song is really well written. People always say that your songs are too gentle. I think you can definitely try different styles. This promotional song sounds really exciting, it's a perfect match for the game! By the way, Miss Yi, you must come to the new version release conference."
Jiang Shuiyun listened to the two talking and looked around. "I think I can participate too."
"Why do you always change your mind like this?" Shen Yunyi was a little surprised that Jiang Shuiyun changed her mind so quickly. In the past, no one could change Jiang Shuiyun's mind once she made a decision.
"What do I call this, just going along with my wife's lead? Who told my partner to sing the propaganda song?"
Jiang Shuiyun took Yi Jinbai's hand openly and generously. The two looked at each other, and Yi Jinbai was still a little shy, his face turning slightly red.
"You guys!?" Shen Yunyi's eyes widened. What was going on? "When did you make up?"
"To be precise, we've officially started dating. I'll invite you to my wedding and you can be my bridesmaid."
Jiang Shuiyun thought about how she had just explained her relationship with Yi Jinbai to Shen Yunyi before she left, but things had changed when she returned. No wonder Shen Yunyi couldn't understand.
"Forget it," Shen Yunyi rolled his eyes. Jiang Shuiyun really knew how to arrange things. "Anyway, I still wish you two a long and happy life together. The game is settled then. Alright, I won't disturb your time together by being a third wheel. See you later."
After saying that, Shen Yunyi stood up, holding the remaining bread and milk, ready to leave.
Happy Lantern Festival.
Jiang Shuiyun saw him off and patted Shen Yunyi on the shoulder.
"Happy Lantern Festival to everyone, Miss Yi. I'll be going now."
Shen Yunyi didn't forget to turn around and greet Yi Jinbai again.