Ch. 203 - What Era Is This
Missing out is more regrettable than a breakup.
An immense sense of absurdity filled Wen Lingxiu's heart.
More heart-wrenching than the fact that Lu Xing had only ever treated her as a client was the realization that they might have actually had a chance.
This discovery made it almost impossible for Wen Lingxiu to breathe.
At that time, Lu Xing did not know that Nannan was not her child, nor did he know that she had never been married. He only knew her as a widow with her deceased husband's child.
Yet, under those circumstances, Lu Xing had said he was so happy.
'What were you happy about?'
Wen Lingxiu's heart trembled violently, but she could not find a single word to say.
Lu Xing helped her onto the bed, carefully and gently covering her with a quilt. He then went to tidy the bed for Nannan, who was currently lost in a restless martial arts dream.
Finally, Lu Xing whispered a "goodnight" and lay down properly beside her.
Click.
The bedroom light went out. A single tear slid down the corner of her eye.
Wen Lingxiu stared blankly at the ceiling.
Before, she could tell herself she had no regrets because Lu Xing treated everyone as a client, which was only fair.
But now.
But now she had suddenly discovered that they had a chance.
How could this be? How could it turn out like this?
She had cared so much about the age gap, yet Lu Xing had never seemed to care at all.
Then there was Lu Xing's past professional experience, and because of it, she was prepared to let his contract expire.
How could she be so heartless?
Ever since the matter of Nannan's watch was discovered by Lu Xing, Wen Lingxiu had been comforting herself.
She told herself it did not matter. Lu Xing did not like her; his care was merely the professional integrity he showed every client.
But now.
She suddenly discovered that Lu Xing had actually harbored feelings for her.
Wen Lingxiu did not dare to imagine what Lu Xing was feeling that day. Was he truly as indifferent as he appeared on the surface? She did not know, and she did not dare to ask.
Why monitor Lu Xing?
Because if she had told him about the surveillance from the beginning, he might have put on an act. Only in his most natural state could she see how he truly treated Nannan.
Because of her own insecurity, she had stabbed a knife into Lu Xing's chest.
Wen Lingxiu curled up slightly, feeling as though her entire body was in extreme discomfort.
"Are you uncomfortable? You should drink a little less next time."
As if sensing her distress, Lu Xing held Auntie Wen in his arms from behind and began to gently knead her head with his hand.
Wen Lingxiu did not stop him. Instead, she leaned further into his embrace. She hummed a vague agreement.
It was not that she did not want to respond to him, but she was afraid that as soon as she opened her mouth, he would sense the turmoil in her emotions.
After two years together, she knew all too well how considerate Lu Xing was.
Today, her brain had received an overload of information, and her head throbbed with the weight of it.
She had clearly wanted to indulge a little, clearly wanted to leave behind some memories.
Why did it turn out like this? How could it be like this?
At this moment, she actually hated that urgent call from the night before last. If it had not been for that call, how would she have found that couple's ring?
After thinking it over, Wen Lingxiu laughed self-deprecatingly, her heart heavy with guilt.
She had lost control of her emotions to the point where she was randomly blaming external events. Was she not the culprit herself?
Wen Lingxiu closed her eyes. Behind her was Lu Xing.
What should I do with you?
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New York.
Hotel Terrace.
Xia Yeshuang held a wine glass in her hand, the dark red liquid swaying slightly against the glass. The gentle breeze blew through her long golden hair. She squinted her eyes, silently overlooking the neon city at night.
"Shuangshuang?"
As soon as Zhao Yeye entered the room, she saw Xia Yeshuang pulling this stunt. Ever since Xia Yeshuang had come back crying one day, she had been stuck in this deep and somber state.
"You are even having a little wine?"
Zhao Yeye walked to Xia Yeshuang's side, snatched the glass, and took a sip. Instantly, her mouth was filled with carbonation.
"Coke? You are drinking Coca-Cola? This is disgusting!"
Xia Yeshuang had not reacted when the glass was snatched, but hearing Zhao Yeye's words instantly enraged her.
"What!"
"Coca-Cola is the best drink in the world!"
Zhao Yeye rolled her eyes.
"Pepsi is the best drink in the world!"
"Coca-Cola, not even dogs drink it!"
"Pepsi, not even dogs drink it!"
So angry!
The youthful, melancholy atmosphere Xia Yeshuang had just created was swept away. She and Zhao Yeye engaged in a hearty debate.
Ten minutes later.
Xia Yeshuang had convinced her with "virtue" and won the final victory. Zhao Yeye rubbed her arm. If she did not listen to reason, Xia Yeshuang also knew a little bit of kung fu.
Whatever, I will endure it!
"Why are you here?" Xia Yeshuang's mood had improved after her victory.
Zhao Yeye stuck out her tongue and said mysteriously, "The old man called me just now. Guess what he said."
"Is he getting married again?"
Xia Yeshuang swept back her golden hair, which had been messed up by the wind, and casually tied it into a ponytail. Her tone was cold.
"Not that."
Zhao Yeye let out a silly laugh and said with surprise, "He asked me if I was single. He seems to want to introduce me to someone!"
Xia Yeshuang rolled her eyes.
"What era is this? Still playing the arranged marriage game?"
"Do not mind him."
"Anyway, if he dares to introduce someone to me, I will definitely have a good talk with him!"
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