Chapter 8Meeting an acquaintance

Just then, a familiar and pleasant voice sounded in the rain, breaking her meditation, "Xiao Ge! Why are you walking in the rain?"

Tong Xiaoge stopped and turned around, only to see a figure holding an umbrella walking towards her quickly.

That person was her college senior, Lin Shuyu, a high court lawyer with a prominent position in the legal community.

His voice was low and pleasant, like a warm current that suddenly sounded in the ruthless wind and rain, bringing a sense of comfort to Tong Xiaoge.

"Xiao Ge, why are you here in such heavy rain?"

There was deep worry in Lin Shuyu's eyes. He quickly walked to her side and raised the big black umbrella in his hand high above their heads to block the heavy rain.

Tong Xiaoge looked up at him, and at that moment, an indescribable emotion surged in her heart.

Lin Shuyu's face appeared unusually clear in the rain, and his firm eyes always gave people a sense of security.

However, her body was not as strong as his eyes. After a series of emotional tortures and being drenched in the rain, her physical strength was almost at its limit.

"I……"

Tong Xiaoge's voice was weak. As soon as she opened her mouth, she felt dizzy. The whole world began to spin. She felt her feet go weak and she almost couldn't stand.

Lin Shuyu reacted quickly, hugged her shoulders and held her steady, "Be careful!"

There was a hint of anxiety in his voice.

Tong Xiaoge's consciousness gradually became blurred. She forced herself to look at Lin Shuyu's always calm face, and an inexplicable sense of peace welled up in her heart.

She knew she might not be able to hold on any longer. Her body felt lighter and lighter, and finally, everything fell into darkness.

When she opened her eyes again, she found herself lying in a warm and dry room. Lin Shuyu was sitting beside the bed, gently covering her with a blanket.

When he saw her wake up, there was a rare tenderness in his eyes, "Awake? How do you feel?"

Tong Xiaoge tried to sit up, but felt weak all over. "Where... where am I?"

"You're in my apartment." Lin Shuyu's voice was still calm, but careful people could hear a hint of concern.

"You fainted. I can't take you to the hospital in the rain. I can only bring you back to rest."

Tong Xiaoge shook her head slightly, with a hint of helplessness and fatigue in her eyes, and looked at Lin Shuyu gratefully, "Thank you, Shuyu , if it weren't for you, I don't know what I would have done."

Lin Shuyu waved her hand gently, her eyes deep and concerned, "Don't thank me, I just did what I should do. What's wrong with you? Why are you out alone in that kind of weather?"

Tong Xiaoge was silent for a moment, his eyes wandering, as if he was struggling with himself deep in his heart.

She looked a little lonely, and finally whispered, "These things are a long story. I just feel that sometimes people are really powerless, especially when facing sudden blows in life."

Lin Shuyu listened carefully, did not interrupt her, and just paid attention quietly.

He noticed the faint beads of sweat on Tong Xiaoge's forehead, and his worry deepened, "You're still running a fever, it's been a few days. I haven't seen you for so many years, why don't you take care of your health at all?"

Tong Xiaoge sighed softly, leaned weakly against the head of the bed, and responded helplessly, "Maybe too many things happened at once, and I was a little caught off guard."

Lin Shuyu looked at Tong Xiaoge and couldn't help but feel an inexplicable anger rising in his heart.

He was indignant about the unknown factors that could hurt her, but his voice remained gentle.

"If you don't want to say it, you don't have to. But just remember, I'm here to support you no matter what happens."

Tong Xiaoge looked up, a gleam of gratitude flashing in his eyes.

Lin Shuyu's existence was like a ray of light to her, illuminating her current dark life path.

She smiled slightly, with tears in her eyes, "Thank you, Shuyu , it's great to have you."

Lin Shuyu nodded, then got up and went to the kitchen to prepare some simple food for her.

His every move revealed his deep concern and care for Tong Xiaoge. Although his appearance always maintained that typical calm and rational appearance, he always showed more tenderness and meticulousness in front of Tong Xiaoge.

He returned to the room, holding a tray with porridge and some light side dishes in his hands, "Eat something, you need to replenish your energy."

Tong Xiaoge took the tray and held the spoon with a slightly trembling hand, with gratitude and mixed emotions in her heart. She ate a few mouthfuls of porridge quietly, then looked up at Lin Shuyu with a firm and serious look in her eyes.

" Brother Shuyu , I'm here to resign today." Her voice was low, with a hint of determination that could not be ignored.

Lin Shuyu frowned slightly. He put down the cup in his hand and looked at her seriously, "Resign? Why? What happened?"

Tong Xiaoge took a deep breath and tried to calm down, "I encountered some things in the company that made me feel that it was no longer suitable for me. I need a new start, a place where I can find my self-worth and passion again."

After hearing this, Lin Shuyu's eyes revealed a gleam of thought.

He was silent for a moment, then spoke slowly, his voice full of seriousness.

"Xiao Ge, I just happen to need an outstanding legal advisor. You have a solid legal foundation in college. If you are willing, you can come to work in my law firm. The environment here is free, you can use your expertise, and you can also find new directions here."

Tong Xiaoge was a little surprised. She didn't expect Lin Shuyu to make such a suggestion.

A warmth surged in her heart, and she felt as if she had suddenly grabbed a life-saving straw in the vast crowd.

"Is it really possible? Senior Brother, I..." She

I'm a little speechless and don't know how to express my gratitude.

Lin Shuyu smiled slightly, and there was incomparable warmth in that smile.

"Of course, Xiaoge. I always remember your performance in the debate competition in college. Your logical thinking and legal literacy are excellent. I believe that if you join us, you will quickly adapt and give full play to your abilities."

When Tong Xiaoge heard these words, the heavy pressure in her heart seemed to be relieved a lot. She knew that this might be a good opportunity to start over, and also an opportunity to get rid of the haze of the past and find her own value.

"Thank you, Brother Shuyu , for giving me this opportunity."

There was a hint of determination in her voice. "I will work hard and hope to find my place in the new environment."

Lin Shuyu looked at her, with a gleam of satisfaction in his eyes.

He knew that Tong Xiaoge had unlimited potential, he just needed a suitable platform to show it.

"I believe you, Xiaoge." He said softly, his tone full of trust.

"Your talent and hard work will definitely be rewarded."

Tong Xiaoge nodded. She felt Lin Shuyu's determination and trust, and a new strength surged in her heart.

She knew that what she needed to do was not only to start over, but also to shine and realize her own value in this new environment.

"Brother, I will try my best."