Chapter 68
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Wang Qi felt sad, she indeed couldn't compare to Qin Wanshu. However, she didn't think Qin Wanshu was suitable for Zuo Qinghuan either. Not only were they from different social classes, but they were both women. Zuo Qinghuan was alone but Qin Wanshu had a vast family behind her.
"She is different from us. The Qin family, with such a big family, would never allow scandals. Moreover, from what I know, she is already married..."
"This is our business, you don't need to worry about it." Zuo Qinghuan was already aware of this gap when she went to the Qin residence but she chose to ignore it.
"Ha, I'll see what good outcome you can have." Wang Qi sneered, she would patiently wait to see the result.
Zuo Qinghuan remained silent; she hadn't thought about the outcome, just taking it step by step.
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"Qin Wanshu, do you think we will always be together?" Zuo Qinghuan asked Qin Wanshu, feeling somewhat uneasy.
"Actions determine outcomes, anything is possible, right?" Qin Wanshu was not divine, and couldn't predict the future. She just embraced Zuo Qinghuan, comforting her.
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Li Xin looked at the outside scenery, her fingertips gently sliding back and forth on the glass window, drawing unknown symbols. This was her habitual action before performing major surgery. Since the first time she held a scalpel, she hadn't been this cautious.
"Dr. Li, Madame Qian is looking for you," the nurse knocked and informed Li Xin.
"Let her in." Li Xin sat back on the sofa.
"Would you like some coffee?" Yan Ruowen handed her a cup of coffee.
"No need to be courteous with me. As a doctor, I won't joke with a patient's life. Personally, I can only get what I want by curing him. So, you don't have to worry. In surgery, I only allow victory, not defeat." Li Xin picked up the coffee handed by Yan Ruowen, gently swirling it.
"Do your best and leave the rest to fate. I don't want you to put too much pressure on yourself. Even if it fails, I'll still fulfill my promise," Yan Rouwen said earnestly, trusting Li Xin's character.
"In that case, I've got nothing to lose, right?" Li Xin playfully asked. In reality, she was surprised by Yan Rouwen's words. Even though Yan Rouwen made this promise to alleviate pressure, she knew that Yan Rouwen always kept her word. Even if Li Xin truly failed, this woman would honor her commitment.
Yan Rouwen nodded.
"Alright, then reward me first." While Li Xin truly wished Qian Shaowen would vanish from Yan Rouwen's life, she was determined to make Yan Rouwen willingly be with her. So, the surgery couldn't afford to fail. Since Yan Rouwen was inevitably going to be hers, Li Xin thought she might as well enjoy some benefits in advance.
"Hmm?" Yan Rouwen didn't understand what Li Xin meant by a reward.
"A kiss from you," Li Xin said with a seductive smile, approaching Yan Rouwen closely. Having been together for quite some time, Yan Rouwen had never taken the initiative. Making her do so was something Li Xin eagerly anticipated.
Yan Rouwen looked at Li Xin's tempting lips, gave a light peck, and then quickly pulled away, feeling a bit awkward.
"A French kiss," Li Xin demanded, unsatisfied and pushing the boundaries. A French kiss was what she wanted.
Yan Rouwen looked at Li Xin's face, which seemed a bit improper in its allure. Indeed, she still didn't like women with such appearances. However, Li Xin seemed determined not to give up. After hesitating for a while and thinking about Qian Shaowen, Yan Rouwen, with a bit of hesitation, closed her eyes. Her lips slowly touched Li Xin's.
The kiss was awkward, but it effortlessly ignited Li Xin's passion. Not satisfied with the current situation, Li Xin quickly took the lead, kissing Yan Rouwen back. Her agile tongue entwined with Yan Rouwen's clumsy one, inviting her to dance. Li Xin's tongue took charge, wrapping around Yan Rouwen's tongue tip. Her hand, seemingly conscious, looped around Yan Rouwen's waist, applying a gentle force to bring their bodies close. Softness melded with softness, and her fingers, seemingly sentient, lightly caressed from the waist.
Yan Rouwen used to dislike kissing Li Xin and was repelled by French kisses, so such passionate kisses were rare. However, this time felt different. She sensed a warmth in her body, an odd sensation. Her usually composed mind started to short circuit and went blank.
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Although Yan Rouwen's response to the kiss wasn't particularly enthusiastic, at least it wasn't as resistant as before. This brought a hidden joy to Li Xin. Li Xin intensified her efforts to kindle the flames in Yan Rouwen. Drawing from past experiences, she knew how to ignite the fire in Yan Rouwen. Her fingers subtly slipped into Yan Rouwen's clothing, slowly moving upward.
Sensing Li Xin's inappropriate touch, Yan Rouwen's brain regained some clarity. She restrained Li Xin's wandering hand, putting an end to the kiss. Even though these intimate actions had happened before, it felt different this time. Yan Rouwen couldn't quite pinpoint what was different, leaving her momentarily puzzled.
"If you have thoughts in that direction, you might as well focus on the surgery," Yan Rouwen said before leaving Li Xin's office. Indeed, she disliked Li Xin's temperament which could go into heat anytime, anywhere. The conservative Yan Rouwen didn't appreciate Li Xin's bold style and, more importantly, disliked feeling sensations in her own body.
Li Xin was familiar with Yan Rouwen's body; she knew Yan Rouwen did have sensations. However, this woman always liked to pour cold water on herself and others. In the past, similar situations had occurred where, halfway through, Yan Rouwen received a call, abandoned her, and rushed to handle official business, disregarding the desires of both sides. Li Xin didn't feel unsatisfied; she felt it was detrimental to Yan Rouwen's well-being. In the future, if Yan Rouwen becomes her lover, the first thing to eliminate would be such incidents. However, the fact that Yan Rouwen took the initiative to kiss her this time, did it mean she was getting closer to surrendering? Thinking about the days to come, Li Xin couldn't help but look forward to it immensely.
However, after this episode, Li Xin's originally tense emotions did seem to ease.
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"Ruowen, I won't undergo the surgery," Qian Shaowen stated. Although he knew that undergoing surgery was in his best interest, a straightforward choice between life and death, he didn't want to drag it out. However, if it failed, it wouldn't be fair to Yan Rouwen.
In reality, Yan Rouwen faced immense pressure. The Qian family did not approve of Qian Shaowen undergoing surgery. After all, instead of attempting a surgery with an extremely low success rate, it seemed better to postpone matters for a while. However, disregarding the opposition from all levels of the Qian family, Yan Rouwen insisted on going ahead. If the surgery succeeded, it would be good, but if it failed, Yan Rouwen would undoubtedly face blame from all levels of the Qian family. In the Qian family, Yan Rouwen almost existed as a dictator, not well-received, and surrounded by people waiting to take advantage of her misfortune.
"You promised me before, why are you backing out now?" Yan Rouwen frowned. She understood Qian Shaowen's concerns, but she also knew that deep down, he wanted to undergo the surgery. No matter the pressure, she was determined to withstand it.
"I won't sign the consent," Qian Shaowen said firmly. He couldn't be that selfish.
Yan Rouwen furrowed her brow. If the Qian family didn't agree and Shaowen didn't consent, the surgery couldn't proceed.
"Regardless, the surgery will proceed as planned tomorrow," Yan Rouwen's stubbornness was unmatched.
"No doctor would risk violating protocols without the patient's consent," Qian Shaowen stated confidently. He doubted Li Xin would jeopardize her career and risk legal trouble by proceeding against his will.
"She will definitely cure you," Yan Rouwen had an unexplainable confidence in this.
"I don't agree. I will call the Qian family and ask them to arrange my discharge."
Yan Rouwen took the phone, preventing Qian Shaowen from making the call.
"You know once I make a decision, it won't easily change," Yan Rouwen persisted. She always understood Qian Shaowen's feelings.
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"Li Xin, if he refuses to sign, but I still want you to perform the surgery, can you do it for him?" Yan Rouwen asked Li Xin.
Li Xin looked at Yan Rouwen with surprise. If Qian Shaowen didn't agree, and they proceeded with the surgery without his consent, it would not only ruin her career but also bring trouble to both her and Yan Rouwen. The Qian family was not to be underestimated. Li Xin could gamble with her career, but she didn't want Yan Rouwen to get involved in such trouble.
"I will bear all consequences," Yan Rouwen said earnestly.
"You can't bear all the consequences alone," Li Xin felt like splitting open Yan Rouwen's head, she wasn't sure what she was thinking.
Yan Rouwen fell silent. Regardless of the outcome, Li Xin would likely be affected. She shouldn't be so selfish, dragging Li Xin into this mess.
"Alright, I'll take a gamble for you," Li Xin said, seeing Yan Rouwen's determination. She knew that even if Yan Rouwen didn't come to her, she would find someone else.
Yan Rouwen looked at Li Xin with some surprise. She didn't expect Li Xin to go this far for her.
"Why? You know how severe the consequences could be," Yan Rouwen questioned, suddenly feeling a bit angry. Despite her mistreatment of Li Xin in the past, she wondered if Li Xin had any sense. How could she be so headstrong?
"You also know the consequences are severe, but you still want to proceed. I can't just leave you alone," Li Xin replied. She knew what kind of person she was. Placed in ancient times, she'd probably be on par with King You of the Zhou Dynasty*.
*King You was a monarch of the Western Zhou Dynasty. He is particularly remembered for his infatuation with his concubine- turned-Queen, Bao Si and the misuse of a signal beacon. He was said to prank the feudal lords into thinking there are enemies by lighting the signal beacon just to make his Queen laugh which led to the loss of trust of the feudal lords and the downfall of the Western Zhou Dynasty. Though this whole thing was just rumors according to some research.
Yan Rouwen couldn't utter a single word. She never imagined that Li Xin would go to such lengths for her. In reality, Yan Rouwen just wanted Qian Shaowen to know that even if he didn't sign, Li Xin would still perform the surgery. Under the condition that her decision wouldn't change regardless of the circumstances, he surely wouldn't remain unyielding. It wasn't her intention to truly drag Li Xin into trouble; she just didn't expect such an unexpected answer from Li Xin.
Author's Note:
Wuwu, I stayed up late again. . .
Children who stay up late cannot afford to be hurt…
