Chapter 3 Chapter two

This is really a strange thing, he never thought of settling in Eclipse Bay.He comes back on vacation every once in a while, just as a duty, because he has to come back and visit his grandfather Mitch.But now he is determined to spend the rest of his life in Moon Eclipse Bay. How is this going? Reeve stood on the balcony on the second floor, watching a red Mitsubishi car drive into the driveway of Zhumengyuan. Eight years ago, he didn't have much ambition for the future, he only knew that he should stop his irresponsible wandering career.His innate family character makes him brave to face challenges.Watching the approaching red car, he thought, at least he has managed not to become a criminal.

Will Anna be moved?he does not know. The car pulled up beside his silver Porsche.Suddenly, a strong expectation surged in his heart, and he couldn't help but open his eyes wide and waited for the car door to open. When Anna got out of the car, the first thing that caught his attention was the shortening of her brown hair.Eight years ago, her long hair was shawl.Now, it's only down to chin length. Over the years, she doesn't seem to be getting fatter, but her figure has changed, becoming a curvy mature woman.At the same time, he found that her temperament was different.Eight years ago, she was a naive and pure little girl, and now she has become a confident woman.

She didn't close the car door immediately, but lowered her head to talk to the people in the car.He was so disappointed.Somehow he expected that she would come alone.What the hell is he expecting?He knew that she broke off her engagement with her fiancé last year, but that didn't mean she didn't have someone to date now. No one opened the other door to get out of the car, instead, when Anna took a step back, a German terrier jumped gracefully out of the car. Reeve breathed a sigh of relief.Fortunately, not a boyfriend, just a dog. The beagle sensed someone on the balcony on the second floor and immediately looked up at him.Reeve thought it was going to bark at him, but the dog just stared at him warily.

Yes, this is a well-trained dog. Anna followed the dog's gaze and looked up, the afternoon sun shining on her elegant sunglasses. Hi!River. He noticed another change. Eight years ago, her tone was not so calm. Long time no see!he said. yes!she said.I'm curious, how are you doing now? Depends on what standard you use to measure.And you?Is the five-year plan going well? ordinary.She pointed to the big house.Dealing with this house is a bit of a hassle, isn't it? right. She nodded.I think so too. She went up the steps and into the house, and the terrier took one last look at Reeve before following Anna into the house.

He found her standing in the solarium, with her hands resting on her chest in a leisurely manner, with a faint smile on her face, but her shoulders were straight.Obviously, she came prepared.The beagle spotted Reeve entering the room and stared at him alertly. nice dog.Reeve knelt down and held out his hand. It's called Winston.she said lightly. Hi!winston. The beagle, head held high, walked gracefully toward Reeve, taking a polite sniff at him.After it felt satisfied, it went back to Anna and sat down, looking up at Anna. Riff stood up.Your dog seems to like me. She didn't look happy.Winston has always been well behaved, and I advise you not to speculate.

That's right, maybe it had to wait for me to turn around before biting my throat.How long have you raised it? More than two years. Riff nodded.Outlast your fiancé, lucky dog. She scowled.I'm not here to discuss Winston or my ex-fiance. what ever.Would you like coffee? She hesitated for a moment, then said, "Okay." She followed him into the spacious kitchen, and Winston was always at her feet, sniffing here and there from time to time. How did you hear about my engagement?Anna asked, her cold tone showed that she was still angry. You also know how news circulates between the He family and the Mai family.

In other words, Aunt Isa told you? right.He put the kettle on the stove.She told me right after you broke off the engagement.She seemed very happy, and she seemed to have a bad impression of your Prince Charming. Anna stared at him closely.How long have you lived in Zhumengyuan? last night.He poured the ground coffee into the jug. She looked at the French coffee pot.Isa always uses a normal coffee pot, she has never used this kind. This is mine, I brought it with me when I moved in. I see.She takes another look at a stainless steel pot.It wasn't Isa's either. That's right.

Frowning, she went to open the cupboard door.He knew what she saw.The food cabinet is already filled with the food he bought. Of course, those types of food can also be seen at a glance that they do not belong to Isa. Anna closed the door tightly.You really made yourself as comfortable as at home. can't you?Half of this house belongs to me. Lily was right, she said stiffly.I really don't understand what Isa means by such an inheritance distribution. He poured boiling water into the coffee pot.You know exactly what she's thinking. Romeo and Juliet. He puts down the kettle.And a happy ending.

I am going to buy half of the property right from you at the market price. Forget it, he smiled.I am not interested. She looked into his eyes and found that his eyes were very firm.Are you going to buy the other half of the property from me? He leaned against the cabinet and said leisurely: Will you make an offer? Won't.I have plans to use Dream Garden. What a coincidence, so am I. She gave him a suspicious look.Looks like we're in trouble. you think so? How long do you plan to live in Eclipse Bay? He shrugged and went back to making coffee.Stay as long as you need. Can you leave everything behind for an uncertain factor and return to Eclipse Bay for a long-term stay?

I don't have much to do in San Diego anyway. You've been in San Diego all these years?There was some curiosity in her tone. He could hear her reluctance, but he couldn't help but wonder.Well, this is a good sign. Most of the time is there.he said casually. He had already made the coffee, and turned his head to look at Anna. And you?he asked softly.How long are you planning to stay in Eclipse Bay? She raised her eyebrows.Depends on how long it takes. This house has three floors and many rooms, you can choose one to use! you want to live here certainly.can't you? In that case, I will live in my father's house.she said coldly.

What is he expecting?Wouldn't it be too easy if she lived directly in this house?Nothing has ever been easy for him.Everything is always going to be difficult for him. what ever.he said.However, this is Eclipse Bay.You are from the He family, and I am from the Mai family. At this moment, everyone already knows that Yisha has left Zhumengyuan to the two of us. so what? People are sure to start discussions, keep an eye out for where you'll be staying. She watched him pour the coffee without saying a word.When he handed her the coffee cup, he accidentally touched her hand, and he felt like an electric shock. I don't know if she felt it? She took the glass, turned away a little too quickly, and walked to the other end of the kitchen. Let's go back to the sunroom!He walked out of the kitchen first.We can sit and talk there. Anna didn't say anything, but she didn't deliberately resist, and immediately followed him to the solarium.He watched her sit down in the comfortable rocking chair, while Winston lay down in a comfortable corner by the window, his dog eyes still carefully watching Reeve. Anna warmed the mug with her palm, and asked nonchalantly: How do you plan to use Zhumengyuan? I plan to open a hotel and restaurant. She stared at him dumbfounded. What are you going to do?she asked stammeringly. You have heard it.he said lightly. Are you kidding me?she said angrily.That's my plan.At least, the hotel part is.She frowned and hesitated for a moment, then said: I haven't thought of opening a restaurant yet. You should think about it.The standard of the restaurant is an important factor for the hotel to attract customers. I don't mean to offend you, but as far as I remember, your plan was to open a dark bar. Bars also have value. I will remember your words.She glared at him.How much do you know about running hotels and restaurants? I worked for a while at a five-star hotel in San Diego. Great, she gave him a cold look.You've worked in a restaurant and you thought you could run a restaurant? I must admit that my experience in the restaurant part is stronger than in running the hotel part. What's your job at this five-star hotel in San Diego?Restaurant waiter? Also includes other jobs.he said.And you?How much do you know about hotel management? In fact, I have been taking hotel management courses in school for almost a year since I decided to use Zhumengyuan as a hotel. I see?How did you get this idea? She hesitated again.Aunt Isa started discussing this with me about a little over a year ago. He whistled softly.What a coincidence! You mean, Anna said sternly.She also talked to you about it? right. Anna's nails scratched the glass.Let me make it clear to you that this is not something I did on a whim, but it took me a year of planning and preparation.I have made up my mind that I will use the energy of running He's Wedding Consultant Company to run this hotel wholeheartedly.I must do this. What a coincidence.He said the same sentence again. Please be serious.Sooner or later, we'll have to come to an agreement on what to do with Dreamland. He sat firmly in the chair and turned his head to look at the sea.I'm in no hurry. She smiled coldly.I noticed. Eight years later, Baixue Café is still the same.Every time she walks in here, it feels like stepping into a time warp. The various postcards sent by many bands on the wall illustrate the authority of the owner of the cafe, Ellie Bai, in this regard.Behind the cashier counter, there is a big picture, which is a general expression of Bai Aili's worldview.They were two bulging-eyed aliens in heavy metal costumes.The text below the picture reads: We are sent by the government to assist you. The coffee shop is the main recreational place for teachers and students of Chamberlain University and nearby residents.The guild hall of the Eclipse Bay Policy Research Center is not far away, but those people try to avoid coming here.Everyone knows that since the first day the clubhouse opened, Ellie was full of doubts about the facilities in the clubhouse.She believes that the various facilities in the museum are a blow to private enterprises. Anna, I'm here!Mina waved to her happily.Ke Mina is already a teacher of the English Department of Chamberlain University. She still likes to wear black clothing, but it is less romantic and more professional.Her hair is also shorter than back then, and the purse she is wearing is much more expensive than her beloved purse back then. Sorry, I'm late.Anna hugged her first, then sat down opposite her.I stopped at Zhumengyuan, and then I took my dog ​​and luggage to my father's villa. Mina looked at her understandingly.Don't you live in Zhumengyuan? Reeve moved in first. I heard that his car was parked in Zhumengyuan last night. He had evidently made it his home.Anna flipped through the menu.I think he is based on the law. Oops!Mina said excitedly.It's getting more and more fun! you think so? Yes.I can't wait to see how things play out.Mina's gaze shines behind her glasses.Wow!The whole town will watch this scene with wide eyes. Glad you all thought this mess was hilarious.Anna found that the dishes on the menu were the same as eight years ago, nothing had changed.I assure you, there won't be much to see.This afternoon, Reeve had made it very clear that he was going to be a problem. As far as I can remember, he has always been a troublesome figure.Mina rested her elbows on the table and propped her face in her hands.Tell me, has he changed a lot? No.Instead of riding a motorcycle, he now drives a Porsche, but I don't see any career for him. uh-huh. Ana stared up at her.What does uh mean? Some people are saying that in the past eight years, he has engaged in some illegal things. great!You think I'm sharing Aunt Isa's house with a criminal? No, this is just a rumor, no one is sure.You have to admit, though, that the origins of that Porsche are really unclear. Anna thought for a while.One thing's for sure, no matter what he's been doing these eight years, he still thinks I'm an idiot.This is not a good basis for a long-term relationship. Who's talking about a long relationship? Don't make up some silly fairy tales out of me.Anna sighed.I'll soon find out if he's changed or not.If he started hanging out in porn bars, that'd be pretty good evidence, wouldn't it? I would say that would be a clue. Don't talk about it.Anna put down the menu.How is your husband and children? The kids are fine.As soon as the child was mentioned, Mina's expression was immediately filled with the brilliance of motherhood.I promise them that I will invite you to my house for dinner soon. I will be there soon.And what about Burley?Did he get the policy research center job? Mina's face suddenly darkened.We thought we'd have good news later this month, but we're not sure now. What's wrong? Di Barry was in the way.He had always been jealous of Burleigh, and probably worried that he would lose his original status as soon as Burleigh entered. Anna leaned back in her chair in surprise.I didn't know Barry worked at the research center. I didn't tell you?He left Chamberlain half a year ago, and his title is vice-president of the Society for Economics and Management.Everyone thought that he might be promoted to the chairmanship soon. Anna shook her head disdainfully.Barry has always been a big mouth. I didn't expect you to come back and settle down.Sjedi sat in the rocking chair with his hands on his knees.I thought you would never come back because of the problems you had with your grandfather. Reeve rested his feet on the balcony railing, rocked back and forth on the rocking chair, and took a long gulp of beer.Eight years on, I've learned a lesson: Never say absolutely. remember.Jedi watched a seagull fly in circles over the cliffs.Life is always changing, and sometimes it will circle back to the original point. That's right.Your goal is to be a correspondent for a major newspaper.how is it now? When the opportunity comes, it is necessary to grasp it in time.A few years ago, Baed offered to sell me his magazine, and I jumped at the chance.Now, I'm the director and editor of the magazine, and I make my own. It's amazing. That's right.Jedi glanced at him.From the look of that Porsche outside, you're doing just fine, too. Reeve took a swig of his beer.Not being a criminal. Jedi laughed dryly twice.I almost forgot.Your goal is to stay out of jail, right? Reeve held up the beer bottle.Moreover, I have been successful in my chosen field. What exactly is your field of choice?Jedi looked at him curiously.I've never heard of any serious business you're doing. It's just muddling along. Yeah?Jedi stared at him intently.I heard that you have engaged in some illegal business. You're starting to sound like a reporter. Jedi threw up his hands in surrender.OK, I see what you mean.No more questions about this.But you can't blame me, after all, I'm in journalism. They sat for a while in silence. I heard you and Connie broke up a few years ago.Reeve said lightly.Unfortunately. That marriage was a mistake.Jedi lowered his head for a moment before raising it.She couldn't stand life in a small town and went back to Seattle.Now remarried. Reeve lay comfortably in the rocking chair.My own marriage didn't work out either. I'm surprised you're getting married, you've always said you're not fit for marriage. Turns out I was right. One thing should tell you.Jedi said after a moment of silence.Shadel still thinks you pushed his sister off the cliff, and you'd better avoid him. thanks for your reminder. You're welcome, what are friends for?Jedi looked down at the front yard downstairs.How are you going to use this place? Open a hotel restaurant. Wow!Jedi looked rather surprised.That's a big goal!However, it also requires a lot of money. Not a problem.Reeve said.