Chapter Seventy-Six: Acquaintances or Not

One day at work, Yuan Zhong’s phone rang. Glancing at the caller’s name, his hand nearly dropped the teacup—it was Zhang Shun.

Why would he be calling?

Clearing his throat, Yuan Zhong answered, “Hello?”

“Yuan Zhong? This is Zhang Shun.”

“Yes, I know.” Yuan Zhong felt a bit nervous.

Zhang Shun said, “I happen to be nearby. Do you have time for lunch together?”

There was a lot implied in that sentence. He actually knew where Yuan Zhong worked, and was “just” in the neighborhood—had he come specifically?

While Yuan Zhong’s mind was bubbling with questions, Zhang Shun asked again, “Is it convenient?”

“Oh, yes, it’s convenient,” Yuan Zhong replied hurriedly.

“Good, then—