At 28, Meng Zhihe has a successful career and financial freedom. She rose from a small-town girl to a director at a renowned cosmetics brand, making her the female lead in everyone else's eyes.
But after a lifetime of being single, she learns that the frequent breakouts on her chin and years of irregular periods are caused by a passionless lifestyle that has sent her testosterone levels soaring. Even this formidable woman has a brief little breakdown.
The doctor advises her to find a boyfriend, and her best friend sends over dozens of photos of men of every type: "Take your pick."
Meng Zhihe feels no interest. "Dating is too much trouble. Is there a quick fix?"
"Of course."
Her best friend gives her a room key. Inside is a 189-centimeter college guy with an eight-pack. The catch is, he's only a sophomore, just 21. So the so-called fix is...?
No way, no way. He's too young. She can't bring herself to do it.
Meng Zhihe doesn't even open the door. She turns to leave, but a hand reaches out from inside and pulls her in. Chen Yu says dutifully, "Sis, I took the money, so I have to do my part..."
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After that reckless night, she gets a taste of sweetness. Her meetings with Chen Yu go from once a month at first to once every two or three days.
Meng Zhihe is clear-eyed about their relationship, so when her health problems are mostly sorted out, she tells him they should end things.
Chen Yu furrows his brows, looking at her in confusion. "Sis, I always thought we were dating."
Meng Zhihe is startled. "I can't deny you're good at what you do, but other than that, have I ever given you any indication of anything else?"
"So you're planning to use me and then toss me aside?" Chen Yu blinks, lifts his shirt to reveal his eight-pack again, and guides her hand over it. "Actually, there are lots of sides to me you haven't seen yet. Why not think it over?"
Meng Zhihe is momentarily bewitched. "I've never dated anyone. I don't know how."
Chen Yu smiles. "That's okay, Sis. I'll teach you how to date..."
#BothFirsts
#OlderWomanYoungerMan
#The female lead was the male lead's senior in high school. His alma mater invites her back as an outstanding alumnus to give a speech, and he falls in love with her at first sight.
#A love-newbie career-minded female lead x a happy-puppy, love-struck male lead
Theme: There is love in this world
