Chapter 24: Lonely Woman And Single Woman
Source: https://www.jjwxc.net/onebook.php?novelid=5821232
This translation was originally posted on https://love4baihe.blogspot.com
Qin Shiyue had to admit that the person who ranked Lin Qingyi first on the list of natural beauty goddesses had sharp eyes and didn’t rank her unfairly. Lin Qingyi’s bare face and made-up face didn’t differ much; in fact, because she was barefaced, her flawless face looked even more clean and fair, appearing especially bright and graceful, even giving off an otherworldly aura.
Damn it, this woman really is quite good-looking. Qin Shiyue felt like all her makeup was wasted. At this moment, any makeup would pale in comparison to this naturally pure and unadorned beauty. Had she known, she wouldn’t have bothered with makeup at all.
The pure white nightgown wasn’t the sexy type, but it had a strong sense of fashion design. When worn by this white lotus, it looked like her pure white petals, innocent yet exuding a hint of sensuality, a kind of sensuality that was clearly very refined.
At this moment, Lin Qingyi was smiling at her. Qin Shiyue couldn’t tell if it was her illusion, but she felt that Lin Qingyi’s gaze towards her was especially alluring, as if it had a magnetic pull. She was already being so seductive, yet she still deliberately flipped her long hair back. It was absolutely deadly. Qin Shiyue felt what it truly meant to be full of charm, to be so captivating it could kill without a trace.
At this moment, Lin Qingyi exuded a pure and alluring aura, completely different from the pure and innocent feeling she had in her first movie. It was clearly more intense. Qin Shiyue thought about it and realized it made sense. After all, when she filmed her first movie, Lin Qingyi was only eighteen. Back then, the purity outweighed the desire. Now, at twenty-nine, her acting had reached its peak, and as she aged, her youthful charm had faded, but her feminine allure had grown. The feeling of desire seemed to increase, but the hardest part was retaining the purity within it.
A woman's purity and desire both captivated, but if both were present, it could truly steal one's soul. Qin Shiyue felt that if Lin Qingyi played such a pure yet alluring role again, she would undoubtedly stir the hearts of people of all ages, even making her, a rival, feel a bit bewitched.
Of course, just a little bit. This was the last bit of stubbornness and persistence in Qin Shiyue’s heart. At the same time, she was wondering something. If anyone else had appeared in front of this woman, would she still present herself in this manner? If so, then she would be too seductive—definitely a woman who couldn’t stay content in one place. But this woman, Lin Qingyi, had no scandals. Qin Shiyue found it hard to believe. It didn’t make sense to her. Somehow, she felt that even if Lin Qingyi were a powerful sea queen*, it would still be beneath her.
*海后 (hǎi hòu) - female counterpart of ‘sea king’, refers to a woman who has many "fish (spare tires)"
Lin Qingyi assessed Qin Shiyue. The makeup was clearly freshly applied, probably done by herself. It wasn't the perfect state, but because of her natural beauty, even if the makeup wasn't flawless, it didn't matter much. Qin Shiyue was probably the woman Lin Qingyi had seen who suited red lipstick the most, full of passion and vitality, radiant and charming. She wore a brightly colored floral dress. Most people couldn’t pull off such vibrant colors and chaotic patterns, but Qin Shiyue could perfectly carry it, making her look elegant and full of life.
It was late at night, and this makeup seemed a bit too extravagant. However, considering she had specially dressed up to see her, Lin Qingyi was more willing to interpret this extravagance as her care for her. This made Lin Qingyi feel even happier.
"It’s so late, why has Little Boss Qin suddenly appeared here?" Lin Qingyi's tone unconsciously became much lighter. She was indeed both surprised and curious.
"I came specially to find you, sister." Qin Shiyue’s heart still didn’t want to address any woman other than her biological sister as "sister." However, now that she had something to ask, she could only force herself to call Lin Qingyi in such a "familiar" way. After all, those who are polite are not blamed.
"Hmm?" Lin Qingyi's tone rose, seeming even more curious.
"Shall we go inside and talk?" Qin Shiyue thought standing at the door for too long felt a bit odd.
Qin Shiyue took the initiative to enter the room, and Lin Qingyi gave her a meaningful look. Though it was somewhat inappropriate, Lin Qingyi still moved aside and cleared the way for her to enter.
It was at this moment that Qin Shiyue realized she was bent, and it seemed improper for a lonely woman and a single woman to be alone in the same room. Although Lin Qingyi didn't appear to be one, she thought. However, since she had already taken the initiative to ask to enter, and Lin Qingyi had agreed, if she didn’t go in, wouldn’t it be too pretentious? Forget it, in the world of rivers and lakes*, there was no need to pay so much attention to the details. Qin Shiyue immediately transformed into a carefree female hero, confidently stepping into Lin Qingyi’s hotel room.
*rivers and lakes—people wandering from place to place and living by their wits, e.g. fortune-tellers, quack doctors, itinerant entertainers, martial artists etc. , considered as a social group
After Qin Shiyue entered, Lin Qingyi closed the door.
Originally, Qin Shiyue felt there was no need to be too particular about details, but the moment Lin Qingyi closed the door, it felt even stranger than standing at the door. Suddenly, it became ambiguous between two single women.
Bai Wenxi and Fang Xinhua exchanged glances when they saw Lin Qingyi let Qin Shiyue in and close the door.
This... she actually let her in and closed the door. Isn’t this a bit too inconsiderate?
One was benl, and the other’s sexual orientation was unclear. It was hard not to lead people to have impure thoughts when two single women were alone in the same room. Moreover, Vase Qin had just gotten divorced. If this got out, it wouldn't be as simple as the earlier public dance. It could easily become a rumor about Vase Qin’s involvement in her own marriage's breakdown. Even if her White Peacock had a good reputation, it would be hard to stay spotless. After all, as adults, this basic principle of avoiding suspicion should be understood. So why couldn’t they talk outside the door?
The most White Peacock who cherishes her own feathers, is really willing to dirty her feathers for Vase Qin?
"Is your Teacher Lin always so easy to talk to?" Fang Xinhua was also surprised that Lin Qingyi allowed Baby Qin'er to enter alone. Didn't everyone say Lin Qingyi was very protective of her reputation? Yet she didn’t avoid the recently divorced and bent Baby Qin'er, especially since the two had been trending together before.
"Of course not." The idea that her White Peacock was easy to talk to was the funniest joke she had ever heard. Of course, Qin Shiyue might be an exception, which is why Manager Fang had this misconception.
"Then?" Fang Xinhua was curious about the special reason Lin Qingyi treated Baby Qin'er differently.
"One is divorced and back to being single, the other is also single. There's nothing to avoid. A gentleman is open and aboveboard. Even if there's something, it's only natural for women to love women," Bai Wenxi said seriously and openly. She had already paved the way for any possible special situations in the future.
Of course, Fang Xinhua knew that this statement wasn't wrong, but people’s opinions could be daunting, and others might not think the same. However, the flawless Queen Lin wasn't afraid, so her Baby Qin'er had nothing to fear. From Bai Wenxi's words, Fang Xinhua caught an important clue: Bai Wenxi implied that there might be a possibility of an affair between the Movie Queen and Baby Qin'er.
"So, is Teacher Lin bent?" Fang Xinhua asked.
"Her sexual orientation is currently unknown, but the possibility of her being a bender cannot be ruled out," Bai Wenxi answered truthfully.
Source: https://www.jjwxc.net/onebook.php?novelid=5821232
This translation was originally posted on https://love4baihe.blogspot.com
"Is there a possibility between her and my Baby Qin'er?" Fang Xinhua asked, still worried. After all, Teacher Lin had intelligence, acting skills, and beauty, while Baby Qin'er, apart from beauty, was indeed a little lacking compared to Teacher Lin in other aspects.
Baby Qin'er*? Bai Wenxi thought to herself. It sounded like a useless person, and she felt her nickname for Vase Qin was more fitting.
*Er can also mean fool or silly.
"Do you think 'Blue and White Porcelain'* sounds better than 'Baby Qin'er'?" Bai Wenxi couldn't help but ask.
*one of the most iconic and recognizable Chinese ceramics including plates, bowls, teapots, jars, and vases.
"Ah?" Fang Xinhua looked confused, unable to immediately follow Bai Wenxi's brain circuit.
It wasn't until Fang Xinhua mulled over the words that she realized what Bai Wenxi was referring to.
"Vase Qin? Blue and White Porcelain?" Fang Xinhua asked uncertainly.
Bai Wenxi showed an appreciative expression, thinking that Manager Fang was quite smart, catching on right away.
Manager Bai’s brain circuit was really unique. But to be honest, 'Blue and White Porcelain' as a nickname for Baby Qin'er did sound rather elegant and elevated. However, she still preferred 'Baby Qin'er'—it was the affectionate nickname she had developed after being around Baby Qin'er for so many years.
Author's Note:
Lin Qingyi: The sea queen may not be a sea queen, but there is certainly a salty pond. Baby, do you want to come swim in my salty pond?
Qin Shiyue: What a coincidence, I also have a ‘Dead Sea’ pond, it's almost dried up. How about we merge and turn it into living water?
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