The moment he hugged Ruan Qinghuan, Si Jingyi never wanted to let go.
He knew he had fallen completely.
His inner misgivings and worries were entirely defeated by the desire to be with her.
He could no longer think about the future.
He only knew that if he continued to deny his true feelings and let her walk away, he would truly lose her!
Si Jingyi buried his face in the crook of Ruan Qinghuan's neck, his voice hoarse but firm. Ruan Qinghuan, I like you. I want to be with you. Will you give me a chance?
Ruan Qinghuan didn't answer immediately.
But the tears in her eyes simply wouldn't stop.
They fell one by one, like pearls from a broken string.
Her long, tear-stained eyelashes trembled violently.
Even though he had made her feel so much heartache and pain so many times, she should have played hard to get, or made him suffer to win her back.
But she couldn't bear to do it.
And she didn't want to waste any more time.
Si Jingyi didn't know what Ruan Qinghuan was thinking. Sensing her tears, his heart leaped into his throat.
Qinghuan, don't cry. I was a jerk, it's my fault. If you don't agree, I...
Before he could finish, the tearful woman turned around and glared at him.
The rest of Si Jingyi's words choked in his throat.
Ruan Qinghuan's eyes were red, like an angry kitten. You what? You'll give up?
Si Jingyi shook his head. No, I'll keep pursuing you until you say yes.
He raised his large, slender hands, cupping Ruan Qinghuan's pure and beautiful face, using his thumbs to wipe away her tears.
I'm sorry, Qinghuan.
Ruan Qinghuan didn't say a word; she just pulled him straight into the room.
Si Jingyi, kiss me!
Si Jingyi froze for a moment. Qinghuan, you...
You don't want to?
Si Jingyi shook his head vigorously. Wrapping one arm around Ruan Qinghuan's slender waist and cupping the back of her head with the other, he lowered his head and kissed her deeply.
His peach blossom eyes carried a hint of lustful crimson, making him look wickedly handsome and exceptionally captivating.
Ruan Qinghuan tilted her head back, her hands unconsciously gripping the man's shirt collar tightly.
She had absolutely no resistance against him.
Though she appeared aloof on the outside, her heart was already a volcano about to erupt with magma.
They only ended the passionate, lingering kiss when they were both out of breath.
But Si Jingyi's large hand on Ruan Qinghuan's waist didn't let go; he pulled her tightly into his embrace.
His blood was still boiling.
This feeling of regaining what was lost left him thrilled, sweet, and excited, though it was also accompanied by regret and a deep, unforgettable realization.
He regretted not seeing his own heart clearly before and not cherishing her properly.
Si Jingyi...
Hearing Ruan Qinghuan's slightly annoyed voice, Si Jingyi looked down at her.
Qinghuan, what's wrong?
You're hugging me so tight I can barely breathe.
Si Jingyi hastily loosened his tight grip around her waist.
Ruan Qinghuan looked up at his handsome, enchanting face and pursed her lips, which were red and swollen from his kisses. Are you hungry?
Si Jingyi's breath hitched abruptly.
He suddenly recalled the last time when she said she wanted to sleep with him.
His gaze darkened a few shades as he looked at her, his Adam's apple bobbing unconsciously. I'm hungry, Qinghuan. I promise I'll perform much better than last time!
Ruan Qinghuan was speechless.
What was he talking about?
Si Jingyi, where is your mind going? I'm asking if your stomach is hungry.
Watching the woman's red lips opening and closing, Si Jingyi didn't really hear what she said. He only felt that every move she made was seducing him.
With a slight push of his long arm around her waist, he scooped her right up into his arms.
Si Jingyi, what are you doing?
Qinghuan, I need to avenge my past humiliation!
Ruan Qinghuan was placed onto the wide, soft bed, and he leaned over, pressing down on her.
Under the dim yellow light, their gazes intertwined in an ambiguous atmosphere.
Looking at the woman's pure and breathtakingly beautiful face, Si Jingyi's heart pounded wildly.
What right did he have to receive her favoritism and exclusive love!
It was unclear who kissed whom first, but by the time they realized it, they were already deeply entangled.
Their night had only truly just begun.
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[Second Brother Si really has strong execution skills. He actually managed to win over Beauty Ruan!]
[Awww, hitting the sheets at the drop of a hat.]
[Where is the animal protection society? Someone is slaughtering the single dogs!]
After Si Jingyi arrived in Harbor City, Old Master Si hurried over as well.
Si Moyan had booked a presidential suite at the hotel. While Wen Yan was in the bedroom enjoying the gossip, Si Moyan and Old Master Si sat in the living room chatting.
Suddenly hearing Wen Yan's inner thoughts, the grandfather and grandson exchanged a glance.
Old Master Si stroked his white beard. I really couldn't tell that Second Brother Si had a few tricks up his sleeve. After saying that, he thought about how Si Moyan had come to Harbor City for a romantic getaway yet was sleeping in separate rooms. Glaring at him in disappointment, he said, Some people let go, some people are loved, and some people are like stray dogs getting kicked again and again.
Beneath his high, straight nose, Si Moyan's crimson thin lips pressed tightly together.
He didn't understand what the old man was saying, nor did he want to understand.
Eldest grandson, are you really lacking in that department? Do you need Grandpa to buy you some tonics?
Si Moyan's handsome face darkened. Grandpa, I am perfectly healthy in both body and mind. My situation is different from Second Brother Si's. Ruan Qinghuan secretly loved him, but Yan Yan just came to my side. Cultivating feelings takes time.
Old Master Si patted Si Moyan's shoulder. Little Yan is a good girl who deserves to be loved and respected. If she doesn't agree, you must never force her.
Si Moyan was too embarrassed to tell Old Master Si that the one who didn't want to give his body away was himself.
He was worried that his remaining charm would be completely depleted!
After Wen Yan finished consuming the romantic gossip, she climbed out of bed.
Seeing Old Master Si in the living room, she was slightly surprised. Grandpa, why are you here?
Grandpa was worried about your second brother, but he hasn't come back yet. I guess he must have won Qinghuan over.
Wen Yan smiled. Grandpa is going to have another granddaughter-in-law very soon.
Old Master Si smiled so broadly his eyes narrowed into slits.
Ding-dong—
The sudden sound of the doorbell rang out.
Si Moyan walked to the door and opened it.
Standing outside was Wan Zixuan, drenched to the bone like a drowned rat from the heavy rain.
Mr. Si, I'm looking for Miss Wen, Wan Zixuan said, her teeth chattering.
Hubby, let Miss Wan in!
Wen Yan brought a clean towel and handed it to Wan Zixuan. I have some unworn new clothes. Why don't you go change into a set?
After taking the towel, Wan Zixuan shook her head. She looked at Wen Yan with red eyes. Miss Wen, you told me to be careful of the person sharing my bed. Sure enough, Han Xu is a wolf in sheep's clothing.
Wan Zixuan's tear-misted long eyelashes trembled, her voice choked with sobs. He really lives up to his law degree. Not only did he fool my mother, but he also deceived me. All of my mother's assets have been transferred under his name. I truly drew water with a bamboo basket—it was all for nothing.
Wiping the tears from her face, Wan Zixuan tried hard to calm the surging emotions in her heart. She continued, I don't have that much ambition for power and wealth. Miss Wen, the main reason I came here this time is to ask you to do a reading for me. After my sister disappeared, where exactly did she go? Is she... still alive in this world?
