He started humming a tune in a dialect she didn't recognize.
Some people change their likes every week. But Evelyn's love was always a lifelong commitment.
Victoria sometimes teased her about being old-fashioned and stubborn. Evelyn could only laugh it off. Character was something deep inside her. It was set by nature and hard to change.
Alexander finished his call and came upstairs. He saw Evelyn leaning by the window, singing a song he had never heard before.
Evelyn was singing. A grapevine in front of the window. She sang happily.
Suddenly, she sensed a presence beside her. She turned and saw Alexander. Embarrassed, she fell silent immediately.
"What's with that look? Did you see a ghost?" Alexander was clearly unhappy with her reaction.
"How can you walk without making a sound?" Evelyn shot back.
"With the carpet? Do you think I'm an elephant? What song were you singing?" Alexander asked.
"If you like, I can teach you!" Evelyn replied with a smile.
"No interest."
"You'd be interested. It's really nice. I can teach you for free. I'll even sing it for you!" Evelyn lobbied sincerely.
"What song is it?" Alexander was a bit taken aback by her earnest expression.
"It's a song with a lively melody. The lyrics are vivid and interesting. It's a metaphor for people's indomitable spirit in daily life. I think you should learn it!" Evelyn nodded seriously, emphasizing her point.
"Okay, sing it for me," Alexander said, holding the window frame with both hands and looking at her.
"Do you want to learn?" Evelyn asked again.
"Yes," Alexander said, a little embarrassed. "It's rare to see you so enthusiastic."
"I'll sing a line, and you sing along with me." Evelyn finished, cleared her throat, and put on a serious expression.
"Okay."
"A grapevine in front of the window—ready to sing!"
Alexander thought he had misheard. But remembering Evelyn had just said the lyrics were vivid and interesting, he sang along, "A grapevine in front of the window!"
Evelyn wanted to laugh. But she was shocked by Alexander's voice at that moment. Even though it was a children's song, his voice was very good. It was very pleasant to hear.
"What's the next line?" Alexander saw Evelyn staring at him and not singing anymore, so he prompted her.
"Oh, just a song!" Evelyn answered. "A grapevine in front of the window, a tender green has just sprouted—ready to sing!"
Alexander's eyebrows furrowed deeper. But he still sang along.
Evelyn continued to the next line. "The snail is carrying that heavy shell, climbing up step by step."
"Are you sure this song is suitable for me to sing?" Alexander looked at Evelyn and asked.
Evelyn had been staring at the lotus pond in front of her, trying not to laugh. Now hearing Alexander ask her that question, she turned around reflexively. She saw Alexander frowning, a puzzled expression on his face.
She suddenly couldn't hold it in anymore. She burst out laughing.
Ha ha, it was so funny! Ha ha, it turned out Alexander wasn't always so smart! She seriously wondered if he had a childhood at all. He had never heard such a classic children's song. Ha ha, his expression was so funny!
Alexander finally realized he had been teased by Evelyn. He didn't get angry. He just looked at the girl with some helplessness. She was laughing so hard she couldn't speak.
"Is it that funny?" Alexander asked.
He didn't expect Evelyn to nod her head in response. She was laughing too much to answer him.
Alexander didn't say anything more. The child's attitude was good. She would laugh when she was happy.
Evelyn laughed for a long time before she came to her senses. She realized her behavior might have been a bit too much. So she guiltily stole a glance at Alexander.
She didn't expect to see him looking at her again.
"Don't be angry. I was just joking with you! Actually, this song is really good to listen to. It's easy to learn. When you're under a lot of pressure, you can hum a few words to relieve stress. It's very good!"
"Sing it for me first," Alexander said without expression.
"Huh?" Evelyn looked at Alexander for a long time.
"Isn't it nice? You sing, I'll listen," Alexander said solemnly.
"..." Evelyn was stunned for a long time. Then she took a deep breath. She sang, and it was very pleasant. So Evelyn cleared her throat again and began to sing, "A grapevine in front of the window, a tender green has just sprouted, and the snail is carrying that heavy shell, climbing up step by step!..."
When Evelyn sang "climbing up step by step," her hands moved like she was climbing stairs. Just like she was a snail trying to climb up now.
After Evelyn finished singing, she turned to Alexander and said, "It's over!"
"I haven't heard the feeling yet. Go on," Alexander replied.
"What?"
"Sing it again."
Young master, you're teasing me! But because of her own mistake, Evelyn had to steel herself and sing again.
After she finished singing, Alexander reached out and touched Evelyn's head. "Good girl. When I'm under a lot of pressure, you can sing this song to me."
Then he walked towards the bedroom with a smile.
Evelyn felt like crows were whistling and flying over her head! You're under a lot of pressure, and I'll sing for you? Do you think I'm a stress-relief tool?
Evelyn's resentment was real. But for a moment, she really didn't know how to refute Alexander. She just reflexively followed him into the bedroom.
She followed him to the bathroom. "I'm going to take a bath. Do you want to come with me?"
Alexander stopped and turned to look at Evelyn.
"Who's going with you?" Evelyn's face turned red as she retorted. Then she turned and walked out of the bathroom, covering her hot cheek.
Wuwu, how embarrassing! Just now, she was distracted for a moment. Why did she follow Alexander to the bathroom!
While Alexander was taking a bath, Evelyn had to sit on the sofa. She played with her phone while waiting for him to finish.
She looked at the time. She thought the family was almost ready for dinner. After dinner, she could go back. Well, she still had to go back to the apartment with Alexander. She had class tomorrow morning. Then she would be free.
She was tired of playing mobile games. Evelyn sighed and decided to go to Alexander's study to find a book to read. After all, she wasn't a corporate spy. She wasn't going to steal his business secrets. She just wanted to find a book to read. There should be no problem.
After a long time of convincing herself, she went into Alexander's study to find a book. When she pushed open the study door, she peeked in. But she was stunned the next second.
Besides books, there were computers and an LED screen the size of the whole wall. This wasn't a study! It was like a small stock exchange!
Forget it. She'd better not glance at it casually. Just grab a book and run.
Evelyn took off her shoes and went in. She didn't know why she wanted to take off her shoes. Anyway, the study looked a bit strict. She should be more careful.
Standing in front of the bookshelf, Evelyn quickly scanned the books on it. They were either technical reference books or professional manuals. Either too obscure or something she knew nothing about.
Finally, her eyes glanced to the lower right corner of the bookshelf. A few poetry books and novels.
Oh, oh, she liked those! So Evelyn squatted down and finally selected a book by Sanmao. She really liked Sanmao's writing. Not thick ink and heavy colors. But between the lines, there was wisdom and open-mindedness.
She had read Sanmao's "999 Love Letters to You" before. In the 124th letter, there was a sentence. Thank you for giving me an empty joy. The beautiful memories we had made our tears blurred. Occasionally thinking of them, they are still fresh in my memory. Just like at the beginning, I love you, no purpose, just love you.
The first time she saw this passage, she liked it very much. For no reason at all. In fact, she was only 16 years old at that time. She had never been in love. She could only imagine what love was.
The book was very new. It seemed like it had been put here since it was bought and never opened. Evelyn looked at the cover. But she saw a beautiful text on the title page.
It said. One day in a certain year and a certain month, I met you. Since then, I have fallen into the abyss of doom. But I am still happy. Just because I love you so much that it can offset all the pain. And there is still a balance.
Evelyn was stunned for a long time. This shouldn't be Alexander's handwriting. This handwriting was too beautiful. It was a beautiful, small regular script.
She had seen Alexander's handwriting. When he signed at the Civil Affairs Bureau, it was a very energetic and advantageous running script.
Hearing a noise from the door, Evelyn turned her head and saw Alexander. He had taken a bath and changed his clothes. His hair was still wet. Not as neat as usual, but hanging down casually. But it made him look more handsome and sunny.
Evelyn came back to her senses and explained, "I want to borrow a book to read!"
"Take whatever you like. Besides the ones you have, there are also the ones in the lower right corner. Other people's books, I have no right to dispose of," Alexander said as he came in, his expression a bit indifferent.
Then he took the book from Evelyn's hand and put it back in its original place. "Do you like Sanmao's books?" he asked.
"Yes," Evelyn nodded.
"I'll give you a set another day. Xiaoqin has called. It's almost time for us to have dinner."
"Oh, okay," Evelyn responded.
She followed Alexander out of the study. But from time to time, the words popped into her mind. And Alexander's words. I have no right to dispose of other people's books.
Why were other people's books on Alexander's side? Although she was curious, Evelyn was embarrassed to ask Alexander this question directly. After all, this was Alexander's personal matter. If she continued to explore, she would be intruding on him. They had agreed to live in peace. So she couldn't overstep.
But to be honest, she was still very curious about the girl who wrote that sentence. Well, maybe it wasn't a girl. Maybe it was a pretty boy.
Okay.