Gu Jiangnian didn't arrive on time to pick up Jiang Muwan that day.
The reason was the road from Junhua was flooded, not to mention impassable; even taking a detour would lead to traffic jams, and fear was that the alternative route was also too flooded to pass.
This rain was eerily intense.
When Jiang Muwan received the call, she was worried.
But on the other side, Mr. Gu's voice remained low and gentle, without the slightest ripple despite the heavy rain obstructing his progress.
On the contrary, he patiently persuaded Jiang Muwan, telling her not to worry or panic, and to wait for him at the company.
Mrs. Gu responded with an acknowledgment.
She lightly answered.
Seven-thirty.
The heavy rain showed no sign of stopping.
An hour had passed since Gu Jiangnian said he would pick her up from work, and by then, night had completely fallen.
It would be untrue to say Jiang Muwan wasn't worried.
At seven-fifty, there was still no sign of him.
