Nanxi stood there, shocked. She didnât expect Guan La to say this to her.
At that moment, she stared into Guan Laâs eyes, a chaotic mix of confusion, haze, like she had seen it all, the rise and fall of life, her despair palpable.
But what had she been through to end up like this? With Gui Xi or with her ex-husband? She didnât understand!
Nanxi suddenly realised that behind the glamorous façade people put up, they may often be hiding their own secrets, unseen, undiscoverable, and not everything that we see is real.
Like Lu Yinchu, like Mo Yan, like Chang Linsheng, like Gui Xi, like Guan La⦠Their caution in love might not just be due to their wealth, talent, and social status, but perhaps because theyâve all been hurt, in varying degrees and stages, itâs always there!
âGuan La, can I know the reason? Why⦠why canât there be a chance between you and Dr. Gui Xi?â Nanxi asked carefully, her heart pounding.
Humans often have a curiosity about many things, and Nanxi was no exception. But now, she was faced with Guan La, someone she considered a âfriendâ.
She was afraid that her casual probing might stir up the long-buried pain in the other personâs heart. She wanted to help them, but she wasnât a savior!
âYou want to know?â Guan La looked at her, eyes calm and unrippled, her face slightly pale under the dim light from the window. It had a translucent quality, her expression was very pale, shrouded in a thin layer of sorrow.
At that moment, Nanxi didnât know what to say. Her eyes twinkled as she just stared at her. Then, she heard Guan La sigh a soft sigh!
â¦
Nanxi returned to Lu Yinchuâs ward, her expression gloomy. Lu Yinchu was on the phone by the window. Upon seeing Nanxi enter, he casually ended the call.
Nanxi walked over, wrapped her arms around his waist, nuzzling her small face into his chest, and murmuring, âLu Yinchuâ¦â
He was very pleased with her affectionate call to him, immediately hugging her back, gently stroking her soft hair and asking softly, âWhatâs wrong?â
âLu Yinchu, why does life have to have so much despair? Is it really that hard to live a smooth, tranquil life?â
So, the little girl has begun to feel desolate! Lu Yinchu sighed, stretching his arms around her tightly, comforting, âDonât be afraid, Iâm here, I wonât let despair come to your life again! As for others, everyone has their own road to take, whether it is arranged by fate, or arranged by themselves, all we can do is endure, understand?â
Nanxi furrowed her eyebrows, lifting her little face out from his chest, âBut what about Dr. Gui Xi and Guan La now⦠I want to help them, but I donât know what to do!â
âSilly girl, not all situations are helped by your assistance. Trust me, with Doudou as the link between them, their future is bound to come together. Doudouâs help will be much more valuable than yours!â
Nanxi was startled, right! How could she forget! Thereâs Doudou. Doudou is Guan Laâs daughter and Gui Xiâs daughter. Guan La couldnât possibly stop Gui Xi from seeing her own daughter!
And Gui Xi, because of Doudouâs existence, couldnât possibly give up on Guan La. He would definitely take good care of Guan La and Doudou. After all, Guan Laâs ex-husband had already stepped aside. Even if Guan La had concerns in her heart, as long as Gui Xi didnât give up, there would one day when theyâd be together!
Thinking of this, Nanxi suddenly became excited. She wrapped her arms around his neck and pecked his lips, âLu Yinchu, youâre so smart! How did I not think of this? Oh my god, your mind is amazing! Iâm crazy about you!â
The manâs dark eyes overflowed with a thin smile. He pinched her cheek and said, âI love you, too, my silly girl!â
â¦
At the entrance, two people about to enter the room saw the scene of two people embracing inside and stopped dead in their tracks!
They shared a glance and quietly retreated!
On the way back, the woman turned her head and tugged at the man, âMo Yan, considering Iâve returned all the way from abroad to see you, spill it, what misdeeds have you committed recently, huh?â
Mo Yan cleared his throat lightly, clasped her wrist, and spoke calmly, âNone! Well, I was so busy at noon that I forgot to eat. Will you accompany me to dinner now?â
Liang Qiaoqiao frowned, shaking off his hand, âAs if thereâs none. I gave up my training in Korea to come back and accompany you. And what happens? Not even two days in, one moment youâre injured, next youâre kidnapped. Especially this time, for heavenâs sake, Nanxiâs man is Lu Yinchu and even if heâs hospitalized, werenât you still here? How did you protect her? Man up! The truth will set you free, resistance will only bring you trouble. Just confess, or else!â
Mo Yan pursed his lips, âQiaoqiao, youâve become more and more violent!â
âI am the violent one?â Liang Qiaoqiao paused, looking at him with a thin smile curling up her radiant lips, âMo Yan, should I remind you once again? Nanxi is my dear cousin. Her parentsâ fate is unknown, and they only have this one daughter! If Chen Ye intended to harm her and managed to kidnap her like this, we donât know what she might be facing. How could you put her at risk like this? How dare you?â
âI wouldnât let her be in danger!â
âThatâs bullshit!â Liang Qiaoqiao disregarded him, glared at him sharply, âAnd how can you ensure she wonât be? Mo Yan, I ask you, have you ever considered the possibility that the water Nanxi drank might have contained more than common sedatives? What if Chen Ye had taken advantage of her while she was locked up in that hotel. Furthermore, Nanxi is just a 22-year-old girl who recently graduated from college. She doesnât have much experience in the world. Have any of you ever considered the fear and helplessness she must be feeling amidst all this?â
Mo Yanâs brows furrowed, his face stern. His mouth moved as if he wanted to say something, but he didnât.
He heard Liang Qiaoqiao continue, âMo Yan, if this was indeed an accident, I might not blame you. But you stood there and watched Chen Ye take Nanxi away, and you let it happen! For this, I canât forgive you!â Liang Qiaoqiao finished speaking and tried to leave, but was seized by Mo Yan, who held onto her wrist. She tried to shake him off, but damn, the man was too strong; she couldnât break free!
âIâm sorry!â Mo Yanâs deep voice echoed in her ears, magnetic and steady, âIâm sorry, Qiaoqiao. I didnât think this through. I apologize. Iâm truly sorry!â
The guy can admit when heâs beaten! A smile flashed in Liang Qiaoqiaoâs eyes, but her face remained cold as she looked at him, âApologize? An apology like that? Thereâs no sincerity in it at all!â
Mo Yan was taken aback, then sighed, âTell me what you want me to do. Whatever you ask, Iâll agree!â
âReally?â Liang Qiaoqiao raised her eyebrows, a shrewd glint in her eyes!
Mo Yan nodded, âReally!â
Liang Qiaoqiao pursed her lips and spoke with a helpless tone, âOkay then, considering this is your first offense, I can forgive you! As for what you should do, actually, itâs quite simple! You know that I came back to the country secretly and that Iâve to return to Korea tomorrow for the finals. I heard my opponents are all top tier in the worldâ¦â
She placed a hand over her chest, âIâm actually a bit nervousâ¦â
Mo Yanâs brows furrowed and a sense of foreboding filled him. Then he could see a playful glint in Liang Qiaoqiaoâs eyes. She suddenly tugged at his collar and seductively whispered, âDarling, I know youâre quite skilled. Would you mind being my sparring partner?â
[The section of the plot involving Guan La has been revised. Thank you one and all for your support, and please vote~]