Chapter 9
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"I am not interested in this matter. Please refrain from bringing it up again," Qin Wanshu said sternly. This topic was not worth mentioning repeatedly, as it could be seen as malicious and intrusive.
Zuo Qinghuan looked at the solemn expression on Qin Wanshu's face and realized that she might have gone too far. After all, they had only met three times, and although Qin Wanshu treated her better than a stranger would, it was still not enough to discuss such personal matters. Zuo Qinghuan understood that being too presumptuous could lead to resentment. Qin Wanshu and her were not from the same background, and she should not have been so unrestrained with her.
"Okay, I won't mention it anymore. Will you dislike me because of this?" She held Qin Wanshu's hand, fearing that she would be disliked, and asked cautiously. She didn't want to be disliked by Qin Wanshu.
Qin Wanshu saw her cautious demeanor and her expression softened. Perhaps Zuo Qinghuan didn't have any ill intentions, and it was just her own sensitivity that made her react that way.
"It's alright," she said calmly, shaking her head. However, at this moment, she no longer felt like playing the piano. She subtly distanced herself from Zuo Qinghuan.
"I'm glad," Zuo Qinghuan smiled sincerely from within, a smile so pure that it swept away Qin Wanshu's previous wariness towards her. Qin Wanshu couldn't help but wonder if there were two people hidden inside Zuo Qinghuan – one a devil and the other an angel.
"Do you still want to play?" Qin Wanshu asked as she was someone who liked to see things through to the end.
"No, I'm not interested in playing the piano myself. I just enjoy watching others play. Can I come and listen to you play the piano sometime?" Zuo Qinghuan looked at her eagerly, making it difficult for her to refuse.
"Sure, you're welcome anytime," Qin Wanshu replied but immediately regretted it. Her intuition told her that she shouldn't get too close to Zuo Qinghuan, but she couldn't bring herself to say no. Qin Wanshu didn't consider herself incapable of refusing others; perhaps it was just that Zuo Qinghuan had a face that was hard to reject. She attributed her inability to say no to Zuo Qinghuan's appearance.
"You're so kind!" Zuo Qinghuan hugged Qin Wanshu happily, seemingly overjoyed. In truth, she did it intentionally; she wanted to embrace Qin Wanshu because she found herself not only not repulsed by Qin Wanshu's scent but also enjoying it. Moreover, she felt that Qin Wanshu would not be as composed when being held by her. As expected, the woman's body tensed slightly in her embrace.
Even though Qin Wanshu's body tensed up a bit, she didn't think too much of it. She simply regarded Zuo Qinghuan as naturally enthusiastic. She didn't know the true nature of Zuo Qinghuan. Zuo Qinghuan was anything but naturally enthusiastic; she was actually outwardly warm but inwardly cold. People might assume she's easy to get along with due to her appearance, but that's not the case. She was inherently selfish and indifferent, having no friends apart from Li Xin. She lacked curiosity and even Zuo Qinghuan herself didn't know why she had an infinite curiosity about Qin Wanshu.
"Can you lend me your phone for a moment?" Zuo Qinghuan suddenly asked.
Qin Wanshu was puzzled about why she wanted to use her phone, but she still handed her phone over to her.
Zuo Qinghuan took Qin Wanshu's phone and dialed her own number, then saved it under a pseudonym that represented herself without revealing her real name. She didn't want to risk Han Shibin accidentally seeing Qin Wanshu's phone and causing any trouble. After saving the contact, she returned the phone to her.
"Little Fairy?" Qin Wanshu couldn't help but smile. The name "Little Fairy" was amusing, considering the woman who claimed to be "Qinghuan with thin virtues" could be considered a fairy. Although there was a slight resemblance in appearance, after their brief interaction, Qin Wanshu had already sensed that Zuo Qinghuan was not that type of person at all.
"Although it's a bit tacky, it suits me well, doesn't it?" Zuo Qinghuan said confidently.
Qin Wanshu's smile grew even wider. "Little Fairy," she couldn't help but acknowledge that she was impressed by Zuo Qinghuan's choice of name. It was so fitting that every time she saw the name, she felt like teasing her about it. Later, when they were together, Han Shibin accidentally saw "Little Fairy" in Qin Wanshu's phone and asked who it was, the expression on her face was truly priceless.
"Are you curious about the name I saved for you?" Zuo Qinghuan asked while Qin Wanshu was still smiling. She stored Qin Wanshu's phone number on her second phone, which she used for Li Xin and some other acquaintances.
"What is it?" Qin Wanshu's rare curiosity was piqued by Zuo Qinghuan's question.
"I won't tell you," she playfully teased, keeping Qin Wanshu curious.
"Why so mysterious?" Qin Wanshu asked with amusement. She wondered what impression Zuo Qinghuan had of her as her nickname.
"I'll tell you later," Zuo Qinghuan replied, satisfied with the name she gave Qin Wanshu, feeling it was very fitting.
Qin Wanshu didn't press further; it wasn't her style to dwell on such matters.
Zuo Qinghuan feels that Qin Wanshu is truly not an ordinary person. Her curiosity is just a tiny bit, and if others don't allow her to ask, she absolutely won't. Is this considered a good personality trait?
At this moment, Qin Wanshu's phone rang.
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"Sorry, I'll answer the call." Qin Wanshu said, and after seeing her nod, she turned and went to the balcony to answer the phone.
With her excellent vision, Zuo Qinghuan keenly saw the words "Han Shibin" on Qin Wanshu's phone screen. It seems to be a loving call from her benefactor. By the way, if the benefactor knew that his mistress was at his wife's place, she wonders what he would do or think.
"Wife, what are you doing now?" Han Shibin asked.
"I'm chatting with a new friend I just met at home."
"What kind of friend?" Han Shibin asked curiously. There aren't many friends that his wife can bring home since their social circles are quite similar, and many of their friends are mutual. This new friend piqued Han Shibin's curiosity.
"She's an interesting little sister," Qin Wanshu said, with a hint of a subtle smile when mentioning Zuo Qinghuan.
"Oh? When I return, you can introduce her to me," Han Shibin said. Hearing that it was a woman, he felt a little relieved. Of course, he would be happy to get to know the friends around his wife. Just like Qin Zheng, he also worked to purify Qin Wanshu's social circle. As a result, there wouldn't be people from all walks of life around her, only those from the same prestigious backgrounds as them in high society. In fact, Han Shibin didn't like the idea of Qin Wanshu making new friends. He felt that she should already pay enough attention to him, and he didn't want anyone else to compete for her attention. However, he could only be possessive in his heart and dare not show it outwardly.
"Mm, the guest is still here, so I won't keep talking now. I'll call you later tonight if there's no problem," Qin Wanshu was a woman who valued etiquette, and it would be impolite to have a long phone call while having guests.
"Okay," Han Shibin felt a slight sense of disappointment. He always felt that something was lacking in Qin Wanshu's feelings toward him, but he couldn't quite put his finger on what it was.
Shamelessly, Zuo Qinghuan eavesdropped. Although she couldn't hear what Han Shibin said, she could tell from Qin Wanshu's conversation that they were discussing her.
"Was that a loving call from your husband?" Zuo Qinghuan asked curiously.
"Yes." Qin Wanshu nodded.
"What a happy woman." Zuo Qinghuan said with envy.
"Do you want to go to another room?" Qin Wanshu changed the subject with a faint smile.
"No, it's getting late, and I should go back. There will be more opportunities to see each other next time." The future is long, and she plans to come often, of course, when Han Shibin is not around, Zuo Qinghuan thought to herself.
Qin Wanshu, thanks to Zuo Qinghuan's reminder, realized that it was already late. Time flies by so quickly. Although Zuo Qinghuan feels different from the people around her, there's no denying that spending time with her is enjoyable. Perhaps she treats her like a little girl and indulges her in some ways.
