Time always flies when you're taking a break.
When Ruan Xingwen opened his eyes again, it was already 5:10. He breathed a sigh of relief—luckily, the meeting spot wasn't far; either way, being late would be his fault.
He quickly got ready, then paused before leaving the house. He decided to bring a bag, which contained his ID and an umbrella.
The agreed location wasn't far, but time was a bit tight, so Ruan Xingwen reluctantly took a taxi. Yesterday's expenses had already gone over budget, leading to a difficult rest of the month, and now he still had to pay the "huge" cab fare. His hand trembled a bit as he paid, heart aching...
The gathering was arranged by Sister Li, at a restaurant called Xing Yue known for its top-notch service and cuisine.
