Chapter 56
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"Two beautiful ladies, the gentleman across invites you for a drink," said the bartender, handing two glasses of prepared cocktails to Zuo Qinghuan and Li Xin.
Zuo Qinghuan and Li Xin turned to look, and a young and extremely handsome man signaled towards them. A man younger than Han Shibin, yet more handsome, exuding a bit of a bad-boy vibe. Definitely a man who could make women scream. Li Xin, naturally indifferent to men, glanced at him for a moment and then averted her gaze.
Zuo Qinghuan glanced a few more times, feeling a sense of familiarity in the contours of the man's figure. However, she was sure she had never seen him before. The man evidently knew Zuo Qinghuan was looking at him and purposefully gazed back at her, his scrutinizing eyes making Zuo Qinghuan displeased.
"Guess who he's interested in?" Li Xin casually asked.
"It should be you. You always elevate men's testosterone levels," Zuo Qinghuan laughed. Honestly, Zuo Qinghuan tended to attract younger, more inexperienced guys, while Li Xin had a charm that appealed to men of all ages.
"He's looking at you. This guy seems like a player, not any less than Han Shibin. He's coming over to strike up a conversation..." Li Xin observed Zuo Qinghuan, looking like she was enjoying the spectacle.
The way Qin Teng looked at women, he preferred a one-night stand with the curvaceous Li Xin rather than Zuo Qinghuan. He was curious about what attracted his sister to Zuo Qinghuan.
"Is this drink not to your liking?" Qin Teng raised an eyebrow, questioning Zuo Qinghuan.
“Mm, we're a couple," Zuo Qinghuan pointed to Li Xin, rejecting Qin Teng's advances.
"What's fun between women? I guarantee you'll have a great time with me." Qin Teng completely disregarded Zuo Qinghuan's rejection, getting closer instead.
"Sorry, I just like playing with women," Zuo Qinghuan unconsciously stepped back. This man felt too oppressive, clearly not a simple character.
"How about ten million for one night?" Qin Teng's lips neared Zuo Qinghuan's ear, his hand gripping her waist.
Zuo Qinghuan tried to push Qin Teng away but realized she couldn't. She sensed she was dealing with a formidable character.
"No need!" Zuo Qinghuan said nervously. She felt uneasy with the dark aura emanating from the man in front of her.
"My girlfriend doesn't appreciate you getting so close. She's repulsive to men," Li Xin said provocatively, looking at Qin Teng.
"Beauty, I don't mind playing with three people," Qin Teng replied nonchalantly to Li Xin.
You dare to flirt with me? I guess you're tired of living. Li Xin's smile towards Qin Teng became even more enchanting. However, as her slender high heels approached Qin Teng, about to touch his shoes, he suddenly released Zuo Qinghuan, skillfully avoiding the dangerous weapon at Li Xin's feet.
"You can think about it," Qin Teng still feigned intimacy, leaning towards Zuo Qinghuan's ear. Seizing the moment when Zuo Qinghuan wasn't paying attention, he discreetly slipped his contact number into her coat pocket, confident that many women couldn't resist him.
After Qin Teng left, Zuo Qinghuan's nervous tension finally eased. She didn't like the man in front of her, not at all.
"What did he say to you?" Li Xin asked.
"Ten million for one night," Zuo Qinghuan replied truthfully.
"Well, that's much more generous than Han Shibin. Miss Zuo is indeed extraordinary," Li Xin teased.
"I can't afford to mess with someone of his caliber, especially now that I've turned over a new leaf," Zuo Qinghuan didn't consider herself a stunning beauty, so the exorbitant offer of ten million for one night raised suspicions. However, going to a bar was a wrong decision; Zuo Qinghuan found the environment tiresome. She still preferred being by Qin Wanshu's side. Wondering what Qin Wanshu was doing now, the thought of not seeing her for a while made Zuo Qinghuan feel a bit down.
"I'm heading back. Are you staying or coming with me?" Zuo Qinghuan asked.
"Didn't you say we're going shopping together?" Li Xin didn't forget Zuo Qinghuan's mention of a makeover.
"The mall is probably closing soon," Zuo Qinghuan glanced at her watch; it was almost ten. Seeing the watch, she remembered Qin Wanshu had gifted it to her, making her smile with a sense of happiness.
"Why are you smiling so foolishly?" Li Xin couldn't stand Zuo Qinghuan's silly grin.
"Can't I miss my dear Miss Qin?" Zuo Qinghuan said proudly.
"Watch out, I might bite you!" Li Xin coldly remarked public displays of affection are shameful!
Because Christmas is approaching, the mall stayed open a bit later than usual. Zuo Qinghuan, seeing Christmas decorations everywhere, suddenly remembered that Qin Wanshu's birthday was on Christmas Eve, just two or three days away. They might not be able to celebrate her first birthday after they knew each other. Zuo Qinghuan felt a bit disappointed.
Zuo Qinghuan quickly picked up two outfits in the mall and handed them to Li Xin to pay.
Looking at the clothes, Li Xin appeared constipated and unwilling.
"Do I really have to wear these?" Li Xin asked uncertainly.
"Whatever, I think Yan Rouwen probably doesn't like you taking the enchantress route!" Zuo Qinghuan shrugged indifferently. She wasn't bothered by concerns in that department. Qin Wanshu seemed to enjoy her taking the cute fairy route.
As soon as Li Xin heard the name Yan Rouwen, she immediately took out her wallet from her bag and paid for both sets of clothes.
"Do you want to stay overnight at my place tonight?" Zuo Qinghuan asked Li Xin. When they were both single, they used to spend time together quite often.
"No, I have something to do later," Li Xin said. She wanted to make a quick trip to the hospital, knowing that Yan Rouwen was still there.
After parting ways, Li Xin drove to the night market to grab some food before heading back to the hospital.
"Ruowen, go home and rest for a while. There's a caregiver here," Qian Shaowen looked at Yan Rouwen, noticing her tired appearance. He also saw the notebook and a stack of documents on the table in the ward, feeling concerned.
"I'm fine. I want to stay with you," Yan Rouwen smiled faintly at Qian Shaowen.
"Rouwen, in case the surgery doesn't go well, you need to find someone who truly loves you, and takes care of you. I can't bear the thought of you being alone in this world," Qian Shaowen knew his health condition very well. In case things didn't go well, Yan Rouwen was the one he would miss the most.
"I won't let anything happen to you," Yan Rouwen said earnestly. He was not only her husband but also her only family in this world.
"Silly, life and death have their own fate," Qian Shaowen gently touched Yan Rouwen's head. He had long accepted the reality of life and death. He was just worried about burdening Yan Rouwen.
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Li Xin felt an inexplicable sense of constriction as she listened. She didn't dare to knock on the door. Carrying her things, Li Xin retreated without realizing she accidentally bumped into the door, inadvertently alerting the people inside.
Yan Rouwen turned around. It’s her. Wasn't she off work? Why was she still here?
"Rest a bit more. I'll go outside," Yan Rouwen said gently to Qian Shaowen.
Yan Rouwen watched Li Xin's retreating figure, hesitated for a moment, and then called out to her.
"Li Xin."
Li Xin stopped when she heard her name.
"Hm?" Li Xin turned around and saw Yan Rouwen.
"Why are you here? It's not your shift tonight," Yan Rouwen asked in confusion.
"I came because I wanted to!" Li Xin pretended to be willful.
"When is his surgery scheduled?" Yan Rouwen asked with concern.
As expected, Yan Rouwen was most concerned about Qian Shaowen's surgery.
"Next Wednesday. It's fine. I'll go back now," Li Xin handed what she had to Yan Rouwen and prepared to leave.
"What's this?" Yan Rouwen looked at Li Xin, somewhat puzzled.
"I bought it on the way. You might not have had dinner..." Li Xin awkwardly avoided eye contact with Yan Rouwen. She knew she was acting foolishly, unable to restrain herself from being kind to her after being abandoned.
Yan Rouwen hadn't seen Li Xin's awkward expression like this before. However, she quickly realized that Li Xin might have come back to the hospital specifically to bring her dinner.
"It's not homemade. I just bought it on the way. I didn't come to the hospital specifically. It's just that the hospital is close to where I live..." Li Xin tried to explain and cover-up, but the more she did, the more certain Yan Rouwen became.
"I've eaten," Qian Shaowen had dinner delivered right after he woke up. Even though she had already eaten, knowing that Li Xin had come back to the hospital just to bring something for her to eat, she felt a strange emotion.
Li Xin's face subtly changed. She knew she had misunderstood again, feeling somewhat embarrassed.
"It's me being meddlesome," Li Xin self-deprecatingly said, not daring to look at Yan Rouwen. In front of Yan Rouwen, she felt as humble as dust.
"Li Xin, thank you," Yan Rouwen said with some reluctance after Li Xin turned away. She sensed Li Xin's body stiffened upon hearing those words.
In the past, she had done so much for Yan Rouwen, and he had never said thank you. Li Xin didn't understand. What did this thank you mean now?
"I don't want my future mistress to starve," Li Xin said, trying to conceal her feelings.
"If you can really cure him, I will sincerely thank you. I will fulfill all the promises I made to you," Yan Rouwen said seriously. She had always been someone who kept her promises.
"Why can you do this for him?" Li Xin asked. This time, it wasn't purely out of jealousy; she genuinely wanted to know the reason behind it.
"He is my family." Maybe it was Li Xin's less angry and jealous tone, along with the reduced hostility towards Qian Shaowen, that made Yan Rouwen look at Li Xin's serious expression and slowly explain.
Author's Note:
So sleepy, going to sleep
There is only one day left of the holiday, so I can't bear to let it go…