You Actually Let Him Kiss You

Sheng Xiangsi stood silently, clutching the medication in her hand.

With this medicine, she wouldn't have to worry anymore.

...

That night.

Mi Se.

After the performance, Sheng Xiangsi was led by Manager Wu to a private room backstage. "Zhao Ting is inside."

"Mm."

Sheng Xiangsi raised her hand and knocked on the door.

Manager Wu reminded her one last time, "Be careful."

"Okay."

"Come in."

Sheng Xiangsi took a deep breath and pushed the door open.

"Zhao Ting."

The room was lit, and soothing music played from the phonograph on the table.

Zhao Ting stood up and courteously pulled out a chair for her. "Please, have a seat."

"Thank you."

Zhao Ting sat across from her and gestured to the table. "Are you hungry? I ordered this for you."

"Really?"

On the table was a brownie cake, with a bowl of Greek yogurt sprinkled with fruit bits beside it.

Zhao Ting explained, "I asked Manager Wu, and he said you liked it."

"Mm, I do."

Sheng Xiangsi's eyes moistened slightly, her nose tingling. Though he was a bit older, and their relationship wasn't conventional, at least he still cared about her preferences.

The days ahead shouldn't be too difficult.

"Thank you."

Sheng Xiangsi picked up the spoon and bowed her head to eat.

She had already removed her makeup and was wearing her own clothes, displaying her frugality and... radiant youth and innocence.

Zhao Ting looked at her and asked, "How old are you this year?"

"I'm 24."

"Oh, you're so young." Zhao Ting sighed, his gaze becoming even more appreciative.

"I'm done eating."

Sheng Xiangsi put down the spoon. "Zhao Ting..."

She stood up and extended her hand to him. "Thank you for the meal. May I invite you to dance?"

"Haha, sure." Zhao Ting laughed heartily and took her hand.

As their skin touched for that brief moment, Sheng Xiangsi instinctively frowned, a discomfort flashing through her heart...

Zhao Ting stood up, his other hand encircling her waist.

Sheng Xiangsi placed her hand on his shoulder and followed his lead, swaying to the rhythm of the music...

"Xiangsi."

Zhao Ting looked down at the girl in front of him, somewhat puzzled. "Do you know what I want you to do?"

"Mm." Sheng Xiangsi tilted her face up and nodded. "Yes."

"Are you willing?"

Actually, from the moment she took the initiative, her willingness was apparent. But Zhao Lianghan felt it was necessary to ask.

"Mm."

Sheng Xiangsi nodded, stating clearly, "I'm willing."

With that, she smiled at him.

It wasn't an exaggeration to say that she was already a delicate flower, and when she smiled... the flower bloomed.

"Alright, I understand."

Zhao Ting felt a dryness in his mouth. He reached out and gently stroked her hair.

"It's late tonight, I have to go."

Huh? Sheng Xiangsi was surprised. Wasn't he going to take her with him tonight?

"Let's do it another day."

Zhao Ting noticed her confusion and smiled. "I'll take you out for dinner another time, not here... you're still so young, you should be treated well."

With that, he released Sheng Xiangsi.

But he still held her hand. "Let's go, walk me out."

"Oh, okay." Sheng Xiangsi quickly came back to her senses and allowed him to lead her, sending him all the way to the entrance of Mi Se.

At the same time, Fu Hanjiang was driving, almost arriving at Mi Se.

He hadn't been here for a long time, and he didn't intend to come tonight either. But he had no choice but to come to figure out who Sheng Xiangsi's boyfriend was.

He didn't want to make a scene; it was more appropriate for him to investigate on his own.

He didn't park his car at the entrance of Mi Se but across the street, directly facing the gate. As long as Sheng Xiangsi came out, he would see her.

This soon-to-be ex-husband of hers was really taking on the role of a big brother!

He could go apply for "China's Best Ex-Husband" now; even he was touched by his actions.

Then, he saw Sheng Xiangsi come out, not alone but with a man holding her hand...

By now, the waiter had already brought Zhao Lianghan's car over.

Sheng Xiangsi looked up at him. "Zhao Ting, drive carefully and stay safe."

"Okay."

Zhao Ting smiled and let go of her hand, turning to get into the car. But after some thought, he turned back. "Xiangsi."

"Mm?" Sheng Xiangsi smiled at him.

Zhao Ting pursed his lips, somewhat nervous. "Can I kiss you?"

"?" Sheng Xiangsi was momentarily surprised, unconsciously clenching her hand, but she smiled on her face. "Of course you can."

"Alright."

Zhao Ting took a few steps closer, lifting her chin with his hand.

Then, he lowered his head.

Suddenly, Sheng Xiangsi closed her eyes, her brows furrowing slightly.

Seeing her nervousness, Zhao Ting hesitated for a moment, finally kissing her on the forehead.

"..." Sheng Xiangsi slowly opened her eyes, looking bewildered. "Zhao Ting?"

"Hehe."

Zhao Ting chuckled. "Don't be nervous. Take your time. You need time, and so do I. Let's prepare ourselves properly."

With that, he released her hand and got into the car.

Sheng Xiangsi stood dazed in place. "Zhao Ting, take care."

Her heart was still racing fast, but she should be grateful...

Manager Wu didn't deceive her. Probably because of the Yu family's face, the Zhao Ting he picked for her was indeed quite a good catch among the wealthy.

Sheng Xiangsi smiled lightly, suppressing the discontent in her heart.

She was already out here, selling herself. Did she need to be so picky?

"Sheng Xiangsi!"

Suddenly, her wrist was tightly grasped, a force almost crushing her wrist bones! Sheng Xiangsi cried out in pain, her brows furrowing.

"Ah!"

Looking up, she met the prominent Adam's apple of Fu Hanjiang's neck, and above that, his face was burning with rage!

Even in his anger, he was still handsome.

"Is he your boyfriend?"

Sheng Xiangsi couldn't understand why he was here and why he was so angry.

"He is." Sheng Xiangsi nodded.

"Haha!"

Fu Hanjiang's face, ablaze with fury, finally exploded. "Do you know who he is? Zhao Lianghan! He's old enough to be your father!"

"Mm." Sheng Xiangsi remained indifferent. "I know, being a bit older is good. He'll be gentle and caring, ah..."

Before she could finish her sentence, her jaw was gripped by the man.

"Sheng Xiangsi!"

Fu Hanjiang firmly grasped her jaw, unable to contain his frustration. "Is there something wrong with your brain? Are there no men left in this world? You're settling for someone like him!"

Something struck him, and suddenly he reached for Sheng Xiangsi's forehead, rubbing it forcefully with his palm.

"You let him kiss you? Huh? You actually let him kiss you!"

His force was so great that it almost scraped off a layer of skin from her forehead!

"Ah..."

Sheng Xiangsi winced in pain, trying to dodge, but unable to escape. The pain brought tears to her eyes.

"Fu Hanjiang! Stop it! Stop! It hurts so much! Wah..."

"Serves you right! You actually let him kiss you! What kind of trash is he, to deserve to kiss you!?"