Wu Mei told the truth: "I bought this place second-hand; it was cheap. Renting is too inconvenient—you’re always having to move—and there’s plenty of space here."
Shang Nuannuan walked over to the balcony window. She asked, "Sister Mei, if you don't mind me asking, do you live alone, or do you have a partner?"
Wu Mei was completely unselfconscious and frank. "I had a younger boyfriend, but we broke up six months ago. He complained that I was too busy, didn't have time to play with him, and wouldn't give him money." She pulled out a cigarette and held it between her fingers. "Do you mind?"
Chapter 703