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9: Do You Really Know Me?
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Bump and Run: The Ex's Pursuit 10: Only One Choice
For a long time, Lillian sighed inwardly. It was probably for the best that he didn’t know, sparing them both from awkwardness. Let it be a transaction, each taking what they needed. With that thought, Lillian pushed Oliver, who was almost within touching distance, away and said indifferently, "It certainly won't be you."Oliver’s brows drew together at her response. "What do you mean it won’t be me? Is there someone who knows you better? Who is it?"Unbeknownst to him, his mood had flared up with her words. Lillian remained silent.Seeing she wasn't engaging, Oliver grasped her shoulders somewhat aggressively and demanded, "Is it a man or a woman?"His grip was firm, causing her some pain.Lillian frowned and pushed him away, "Ouch, don't touch."Oliver eased his grip, but his pursuit of answers did not relent. "Fine, I won't touch, but clarify who knows you better? And what’s with that report?"Lillian, cornered and exasperated, could only say, "Nobody knows me, only I understand my
Bump and Run: The Ex's Pursuit 11: Does Oliver Know?
After Oliver left, Lillian spent a moment in a daze before resuming her work. Some choices were hers alone to bear, willingly undertaken.Her phone rang, and Lillian glanced at the screen—it was a call from Nolan. She steadied her emotions before answering."What's up?""Lillian, did the vice secretary from Lin Group call you?"Lillian, having just located the email she needed, clicked into it while nodding, "Yes, they did. What about it?""Let me handle that work for you; I'll take care of it."At his words, Lillian paused, confusion clear in her tone, "Huh?""I heard from Yolanda that you're sick. Why didn't you tell me?" Nolan's voice was incredibly soft, almost sighing with concern, "You should rest when you're not well. Why not set your phone to 'Do Not Disturb'? Do you think your body's made of steel?"Before the Shen family's downfall, Nolan had worked at Shen Corporation, Oliver's most prized assistant. He was destined for greatness, but the abrupt bankruptcy changed everythin
Bump and Run: The Ex's Pursuit 12: Confession
Sophie had initially felt Lillian's reaction was too calm to be natural. But the mention of Serena's name had struck her silent, left speechless as if frozen.It took a while for her to process the information. "I... I thought she wasn't coming back."There was silence between them. Sophie, as Lillian's confidant, knew the high society well enough and was familiar with the public’s admiration for Serena's heroic save of Oliver—a handsome man and a beautiful woman made for a good narrative. But as Lillian’s best friend, she couldn't help but feel a pang of sorrow for her.It was a sad truth that unrequited loves often faded into oblivion.Sophie bit her lip, indignant on her friend’s behalf. "Actually, what does it matter if she's back now? If I were you, I wouldn’t let go so easily. After all, she and Oliver aren't a couple, and you are married to him, with a child on the way. I refuse to believe that Oliver will make you have an abortion!"Lillian, who had been quiet, finally looked
Bump and Run: The Ex's Pursuit 13: I Will Grant All Your Requests
The moment the message sent, a tranquility settled over Lillian. She had done her part. Now, she only needed to wait for a reply.Oliver didn’t respond immediately. Glancing at the clock, Lillian reasoned that he might be at work, possibly in a meeting, entertaining clients, or his phone was on silent. He would see the message once his work was over.Time crawled agonizingly slow, so she decided to sleep it off.Lillian efficiently changed into her pajamas, drew the curtains shut, and the room fell into stillness. She climbed into bed and closed her eyes.Ding—Meanwhile, within a high-rise building of Qin Corporation, in a certain office, Serena, previously calm, was now gripped with agitation, her eyelashes fluttering uncontrollably. She was fixated on the text message on her phone. It was a simple message but with profound implications: "I'm pregnant."Initially, Serena had mistaken the incoming text as a work-related message for Oliver or some spam. It hadn't occurred to her that
Bump and Run: The Ex's Pursuit 14: I’ve Decided to Have an Abortion
Lillian waited from dawn to dusk, but a reply from Oliver never came. Her phone lay silent, as if cut off from the world. She used to wish for such quiet when she was busy working, longing for a moment of peace. But now...As twilight deepened, her phone finally chimed—a message. Startled, she grabbed it, only to feel a sinking disappointment. It was Sophie asking, "How are you holding up? Did you come clean to him?"Lillian stared at her phone, a hollow laugh escaping her. It was laced with self-mockery. She had known the outcome, hadn't she? Yet why couldn't she let go? Why expose her wounds for all to see, only to be disregarded?How was she supposed to face him now?Leaning against the bed, Lillian lay back, eyes closed. Where was he now? What was he doing? How had he reacted to knowing she was pregnant? Would he tell Serena? How would Serena see her now?In an instant, Lillian felt every ounce of strength drain from her limbs.That night, Lillian could only stomach a few sips of
Bump and Run: The Ex's Pursuit 15: Mr. Qin Must Care About You
At the mention of abortion, Sophie was taken aback but quickly recovered. "Why? Why would you do that?""What other reason could there be?" Lillian replied."But..." Sophie sounded reluctant, "You've been with him for two years. Doesn't he have any sentiment for you? And the child isn't someone else's; that's Oliver's own flesh and blood. As a husband and father, doesn't he feel any compassion?"Lillian remained silent. If she had harbored any illusions about Oliver before sending the message, they were now unmistakably dead.What was that saying that circulated online? Oh, right...Your child is only considered a child if he loves you. When he doesn't, not only is the child nothing, but you're nothing too.Sophie continued, "Even without these two years, you grew up together. Doesn't the bond of childhood sweethearts mean anything? Lillian, are you sure you explained things clearly to him? Otherwise...""Sophie," Lillian interrupted calmly, "let's not talk about it anymore."Discussi
Bump and Run: The Ex's Pursuit 16: Picking Up Where They Left Off
"Wow, now that you mention it, it does seem plausible.""It's always been the case. Since when do the wealthy elite work as secretaries in a company?""But I don't get it, why a sham marriage?""There must be a reason. I've heard Ms. Shen and Mr. Qin grew up together. When the Shen family went bankrupt, Mr. Qin stayed by her side, probably as a way to lend a helping hand. Look at her now, nobody dares to bully her.""So, our Mr. Qin is quite the hero.""I also heard Mr. Qin has been waiting for Serena to return from abroad. A man who is both loyal and passionate, tsk, that's our Mr. Qin for you."As people chattered, Lillian stood behind them, listening without avoidance. Her expression was calm, as if she wasn’t the subject of their gossip.Until Nolan's car stopped in front of everyone, the window rolled down to reveal his handsome face, "Get in."Lillian got into Nolan's car under the watchful eyes of everyone.Only after the car had driven a good distance did those who had been di
Bump and Run: The Ex's Pursuit 17: His Message
Nolan's mind returned from its wandering. He glanced at the girl in front of him. Dressed simply, her shoulder-length hair was casually tucked behind her ears. Without makeup today, she exuded a sickly beauty that naturally evoked sympathy.Nolan knew his place. He was aware he couldn’t compare to Oliver, nor did he deserve to.When the Shen family fell from grace, he had run around trying to help, but his influence was too insignificant. One company CEO even told him bluntly."Nolan, you're a capable man, and I do see potential in you. But now that the Shen family is out, a smart person knows how to choose. You're welcome to join my company."Many didn't just refrain from helping; they even tried to poach him."The Shen family won’t rise again. Even if someone wants to help now, they’ll never regain their former glory.""So think about your future. You're not part of the Shen family, nor their son-in-law. No need to wear yourself out."Nolan felt a chill in his heart. On his way back
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