Lü Shuli rented a place on Shengping Street, in a very old neighborhood.
Han Lie followed her up to the fourth floor and watched her open the brand-new security door, which contrasted sharply with the worn interior that greeted them.
The apartment was tiny, with two rooms, one kitchen, and one bathroom; there was no living room, only a hallway.
"Come in, the room on the left is mine."
Lü Shuli generously let Han Lie into her bedroom and pulled over the computer chair for him.
"I'm afraid this is the only seat I can offer you."
After Han Lie sat down, he turned his head to look around the room, not in a hurry to respond.
The bedroom was about 12 square meters, a bit larger than he had anticipated.
