At that time, he liked her in the same way one might like something beautiful.
Even after they came together very naturally, their interactions remained as they were before, without disturbing each other, forever like a pair of intimate friends.
In truth, he had no friends he cared about, nor any other person for that matter. However, he also wanted a heart that could accompany him quietly.
But he was very clear that such a desire was not right, and that nobody would be willing to just quietly be with him and gain nothing. Thus, he didn't insist on anything from anyone, and he rejected all the women who sought more emotions from him.
However, Shao Yingying was different. She was like him in wanting just a heart to quietly be with her, and that was enough.
No need to do anything, no need to ask for anything, no need for mutual contributions, no need to let each other down, just maintaining a companionable distance was sufficient.
