Chapter Nine, I know that I will kiss you once, and continue kissing you until you no longer think of him

Zhuo Lieyang looked at her and casually said, "Obtaining these things is much easier than making you smile"

A dizzying darkness surged before me

She slowly rotated her eyes, shifting her gaze from the crystal chandelier above to the wallpaper on the wall, and then from the wallpaper to the bedside.

He stood up, stretched out his long arm, and pushed her sitting body back down with a clean and swift motion, showing not a trace of tenderness

I have been worried about your safety these days, feeling helpless and thinking it might be better to come find you. Xi Zhiyan asked again, "What is your exact location?"

Hearing that she could continue watching tomorrow, Ji Shuqing felt a faint surge of joy in her heart. She stood up from the sofa and said softly, "Then I will go upstairs."

Xu Zhiming then smiled and said, "Well, there is nothing else, I will head back first"

Ji Shuqing pouted, and the flicker of joy that had just ignited in her heart was immediately extinguished

Upon arriving in a new city, one must try the local snacks; otherwise, the visit would be in vain! Ji Shuqing couldn't help but say anxiously, "Please stop the car, I don't want to go to the department store, I just want to eat snacks!"

Zhuo Lieyang stood at the entrance of the fitting room, his face cold and expressionless, an aura of hostility surrounding him, ready to erupt. His dark eyes, like an abyss of hell, exuded a powerful intensity, as if wishing to engulf everything around him

Ji Shuqing hesitated for a moment and glanced at him, constantly reminding herself not to accept his things, not to do so at all. Yet, her hand involuntarily reached out and took the document bag from his hand, gripping it tightly.

This will truly cause his heart to ache, and it will be of the kind that is beyond remedy

Ji Shuqing shook her head in a daze and said, "I am fine, just lacking an appetite and not really wanting to eat. Aunt An, please set the porridge aside for now; I will eat it when I feel like it."

Aunt An sat down on the chair by the bed with a bowl of porridge, and then smiled as she looked at her and said: "How do you feel? You haven't eaten anything since last night, you must be very hungry. Come, have some porridge first."

He expressionlessly retracted his arm, picked up the remote control, and pressed the power button firmly.

However, before he could make his next move, Ji Shuqing, who was in a light sleep, suddenly opened her eyes. Their gazes met, and time seemed to momentarily stand still

Ji Shuqing raised a slightly pale face, her eyes cold as frost as she looked at him, seemingly not looking at him at all, for she showed no intention of taking the bowl of porridge from his hands

Zhuo Lieyang took the dumpling from her hand, glanced at her, and warmth flickered in his eyes. He smiled and said: "Thank you"

She was completely unaware, but Zhuo Lieyang, sitting beside her, couldn't help but be mesmerized by the sight

Ji Shuqing was momentarily taken aback; Aunt An's insinuation could not have been more apparent. As she listened, it seemed to make some sense, yet the thoughts swirling in her mind were as chaotic as tangled threads

Upon receiving his response, Ji Shuqing immediately darted into the bedroom like a rabbit, firmly closing and locking the door behind her, and only then did she pat her chest and let out a sigh of relief

Subsequently, Ji Shuqing eagerly inserted the disc into the DVD player, sitting on the sofa, excited and anticipating the viewing.

After strolling through the entire snack street, Ji Shuqing could no longer eat anything, so she obediently got into the car and allowed the driver to take her to the department store

Upon hearing his response, Ji Shuqing secretly breathed a sigh of relief, then handed him the string of meatballs in her hand and generously said: "If you find it delicious, feel free to eat it all!"

When the words "至言" entered Zhuo Lieyang's ears, his back stiffened slightly, his handsome brows furrowed, and a hint of displeasure emerged in his eyes

In the bedroom

She is leaving! She wants to leave this place!

Zhuo Lieyang's solemn expression finally eased somewhat

Zhuo Lieyang clearly seemed somewhat indifferent, responding lightly, "I will eat."

Miss Ji, you have finally awakened

Zhuo Lieyang put down the remote control in his hand, his handsome face revealing no signs of joy or anger, and simply said: "It is getting late, we should rest now, let's watch it tomorrow."

Moreover, having attended so many design exhibitions by Sen, it cannot be considered a loss

Seeing her lost in thought, Aunt An smiled gently, patted her shoulder lightly, and said: "You take some time to yourself and relax; I will go see how those people are doing with catching snakes."

Only when both of them felt they were about to suffocate did he reluctantly let her go

Zhuo Lieyang instructed the staff to prepare some fruits and snacks in front of her, and she took them without any hesitation and began to eat, but her eyes remained fixed on the screen ahead.

After Doctor Xu finished bandaging Ji Shuqing's wound, he could clearly sense the complex emotions emanating from Zhuo Liyang. He patted his shoulder and gave him a slight smile, saying, "Don't worry, fortunately, you managed to extract the poisonous blood from her body in time. The remaining toxins are no longer a concern. A few IV drips and a night's rest will suffice"

Ji Shuqing always felt that something was off, why did it feel like she and he were ... ? ... like cohabiting lovers

"All the fashion shows?" Ji Shuqing exclaimed in surprise, her eyes widening, the sparkling light within them revealing her excitement.

"I have something to give you." Zhuo Lieyang sat down beside her. Although she had been avoiding his gaze, he continued to look at her with a hint of tenderness.

After she left, Ji Shuqing sat on the bed and continued to be lost in thought

Ji Shuqing was the first to react; she instinctively shrank her neck back to avoid his hand, then hurriedly sat up from the sofa, pretending to lower her head to tidy her clothes and hair, her gaze never daring to linger on him.

I will go up with you. " Zhuo Lieyang then stood up as well and walked alongside her up to the second floor

Zhuo Lieyang extended another hand, scooped a spoonful of porridge, and brought it to her mouth, immediately following with, "If you dare to spit it out, I will feed you with my mouth!"

She wandered among the various stalls, indulging in food and play, while Zhuo Lieyang was responsible for paying for her.

Ji Shuqing furrowed her delicate brows and exclaimed excitedly, "Hey, Zhiyan, why did you turn it off!" However, when she turned her head and realized that the person beside her was Zhuo Leyang, the anger on her face instantly faded. Although there was some dissatisfaction in her eyes, she pursed her lips and ultimately did not dare to say anything further

Ji Shuqing completely ignored his presence. Every time she approached a stall, she would pick a few skewers of snacks that she liked, eating as she walked, and playing as she went.

Seeing his worried expression, Xu Zhiming smiled with a hint of helplessness and assured, "If her body shows any other abnormalities due to the snake venom, I will take full responsibility. Just be sure to pay attention to the necessary precautions, take the medicine on time, and don't forget to take your medicine either"

Perhaps a certain impulse in his heart was too strong; he tried hard to suppress it, but in the end, he could not help but let out a low sigh, his eyes reflecting deep affection.

In recent days, her smile has become increasingly frequent, and he naturally feels an indescribable sense of satisfaction and happiness in his heart

At this moment, she completely forgot about his good and bad qualities, wholly engrossed in the exquisite designs displayed on the television screen. She watched with rapt attention, and the servants passing by her had no effect on her whatsoever.

But when will she be able to break free from his control, and when will she be able to return home

As soon as the car came to a stop, Ji Shuqing quickly jumped out of the vehicle, with Zhuo Liyang closely following behind.

He sat beside her for a while, then went upstairs to review some documents and attend to some trivial matters. When he came down at noon, he found that she was still intently reading.

In the evening, Zhuo Lieyang returned, while Ji Shuqing, who was sitting in the living room watching television, had unknowingly fallen asleep on the sofa.

Therefore, Zhuo Lieyang brought her to this department store, which has a pattern: the higher the floor, the more valuable the goods. He took Ji Shuqing in the elevator, going directly to the top floor

There are many things he may not understand, but he is very clear that he truly likes the girl in front of him. When she cries, he feels pain; when she smiles, he feels content. Moreover, this affection is growing stronger, and his sense of dependence is also increasing. He cannot bear to imagine what it would be like if one day she were to leave him again.

Ji Shuqing felt as if she had traveled through time; the ordinary snack street she had just been on was, in stark contrast to the high-end luxury brand stores around her at this moment, like two different worlds

In the vast firmament, the crescent moon hangs like a hook, and the stars are as numerous as the sea

She widened her eyes in disbelief; although this was not the first time she had been kissed by him, her panic at this moment was evidently no less than during the previous two times

Zhuo Lieyang stood silently to the side, watching Ji Shuqing, who lay on the bed with a pale face. His expression grew increasingly somber, and his gaze was filled with a tumult of complex emotions, as if he were so angry that he wanted to tear everything apart, yet also as if he longed to hold her tightly in his arms, never allowing her to suffer even the slightest harm

"Not bad." Zhuo Lieyang nodded in approval

Is there a demon in the world that, whether looking at you with a smile or in anger, wants to hold you tightly in their embrace and protect you, drawing close to you

In fact, no matter what it is now, it tastes incredibly delicious, bringing sweetness to the heart; isn't everything sweet to eat?

Before her words could finish, he swiftly covered her rosy lips, silencing her voice deep within her.

Zhuo Lieyang discovered that although the gift he presented to Ji Shuqing earned him a smile from her, it also consumed all her energy and attention

The salesperson did not ask further, but generously took out his phone and handed it to her, simply saying: "Then go ahead and make the call, I will wait outside."

The sales assistant walked in with a smile, standing beside her to help zip up the zipper, the movement very skillful

Zhuo Lieyang suddenly leaned forward, gently kissing away the cold tears from her cheek with his warm, soft lips

Zhuo Lieyang still felt somewhat uneasy and hesitantly asked, "Is she really going to be alright?"

She tried hard to ignore the stirring in her heart and said to Aunt An with a calm demeanor: "Aunt An, please stop speaking well of him. No matter what he does, it cannot change the fact that he locked me up."

However, as heaven and earth can witness, the last thing he wishes to see is her being hurt, her being sad, and the tears flowing from the corners of her eyes

Zhuo Lieyang's tone was remarkably calm and unperturbed, with a faint, almost imperceptible smile playing at the corners of his lips as he looked at her, while a subtle glow flickered in the depths of his eyes

The following day

Ji Shuqing was taken aback

The corners of his lips also curved into an enchanting arc, as if the spring breeze of April had brushed by, smiling so cleanly and naturally

Zhuo Lieyang was once again captivated by her smile

She was momentarily stunned, and in her hazy mind, a scene from before her unconsciousness suddenly came to her memory

Fortunately, Zhuo Lieyang left at noon, and she did not have to face him for the entire afternoon, which somewhat eased her mood. She walked back and forth in the villa, and because she had been bitten by a snake, she did not dare to go back to see the sea of roses, at most just taking a turn in the pavilion in the garden.

"Apart from watching television, is there anything else you would like to do?" Zhuo Lieyang asked with concern

She had never imagined that she would have such an intimate and profound interaction with a boy, and that this person would be the one she least wanted to engage with

Zhuo Lieyang's arm stiffened slightly, as if he found it hard to believe. He stared at her intently, a deep pain faintly visible in the depths of his eyes. After a long pause, he spoke in a slightly hoarse voice, "I never intended to torment you, but you must rest well now and take care of your health first. Feel free to ask for anything you want, except to leave here. Do not attempt to escape again; you cannot get away."

The screen instantly went pitch black

She sleeps soundly, her skin as fair as snow, eyelashes like fans, a delicate nose, and lips that are crystal pink and tender

Zhuo Lieyang nodded absentmindedly and said, "I understand."

She raised her hand and gently brushed her lips, murmuring in a low voice: "How could you do this, not even Zhi Yan has treated me this way..."

He has never understood girls, so he specifically went online to research and concluded that most girls enjoy shopping for clothes. Therefore, it will not be difficult to find a place with a good reputation next, as the places favored by socialites are certainly reliable

Ji Shuqing quickly said: "It is I!"

Having said goodbye here, he will no longer follow her into the room, right? This is her bottom line

Her body was unable to move, and she could only widen her eyes in panic and helplessness. However, a large hand soon swept over and immediately covered her eyes

Shopping is an inherent trait of women; even with numerous worries, once they step onto the street and gaze at the dazzling array of products, those worries can be temporarily cast aside.

When Zhuo Lieyang appeared again, Ji Shuqing was sitting on the bed with her knees hugged, her delicate brows tightly knitted together

Ji Shuqing looked at the sweet and elegant dresses, and without trying them on, she could guess that simply wearing any one of the outfits in this store would transform her into a princess, exuding grace and nobility

Ji Shuqing felt a sudden thud in her head, as if all the blood in her body rushed to the top of her head, leaving a brief blankness in her mind

Xu Zhiming glanced at his slightly swollen lips and sighed: "If you do not want your lips to turn into sausage lips tomorrow, you should take the medicine I prescribed for you right away"

Hello? Who is this? Soon, a familiar voice of Xi Zhi Yan came through the phone, though it carried a hint of hoarseness

Ji Shuqing lifted her eyelashes and lazily glanced at him, noticing that his lips seemed to have reduced in swelling. She then lowered her eyelashes again and continued to sulk while hugging her knees.

His heart suddenly tightened, and for a moment, he felt nearly suffocated

"Did you book the flight for tonight?" Ji Shuqing was taken aback.

Originally, their destination was the department store, but as they passed by a snack street, Ji Shuqing eagerly tapped on the car window and said, "Stop, stop, I want to take a look here"

Although his back is very straight, it cannot conceal the faint sense of loneliness, much like a demon possessing the power to destroy the world, ultimately destined to tread the path of eternal solitude

However, most of these are roadside stalls..." The driver hesitated and glanced at Zhuo Lieyang, "It's still quite a distance from the department store."

Therefore, when Zhuo Liyang said it suited her, she felt a bit guilty inside, as she had never worn such clothes before

A saleswoman proactively took out a light green dress and suggested, "Miss, I believe this garment suits your temperament quite well; you may try it on in the fitting room."

The next day, having just finished breakfast, she eagerly sat down on the sofa, turned on the television, and became engrossed in watching.

Aunt An did not seem surprised by what she said, and then smiled, saying: "Miss Ji, you mentioned that the young master has locked you up, but have you ever tried asking him to accompany you for a walk? Perhaps the young master would be very willing to take you out for a stroll."

Zhuo Lieyang is correct; this disc indeed contains Sen's design exhibition, and there are many designs within that she has never seen before, which I believe most designers in the country also do not have the opportunity to appreciate

Of course, she would not miss the opportunity to leave this villa, and even with Zhuo Lieyang following her, she still joyfully got into the car

In the end, his voice was almost laden with deep fatigue. He released the hands that had been pressing on her shoulders, then straightened up and turned to walk towards the door.

In contrast to Zhuo Lieyang's dreamlike joy, Ji Shuqing's expression was one of daze. Her dark eyes seemed to hold a thin layer of mist, her eyelashes fluttering, and her eyes were half-open and half-closed in a hazy manner

"Drink the porridge." Zhuo Lieyang sat down beside her bed, casually picking up the bowl of porridge and handing it to her, presenting an attitude that brooked no refusal

Having tasted her beauty in the morning, as he looked at her lips, which were as enticing as cherries, his Adam's apple involuntarily moved, and he felt an inexplicable dryness in his mouth and throat

On the third day, he finally could no longer tolerate it and snatched the remote control from her hand, preventing her from turning on the television. She looked up at him in surprise and asked, "What are you doing?"

Ji Shuqing concealed her embarrassment and asked somewhat sheepishly, "How does it taste?"

In the afternoon, he also endured

For the entire day that followed, Ji Shuqing was almost still immersed in the shock brought by that kiss in the morning, her cheeks constantly adorned with a blush, which made her almost afraid to look in the mirror

Somewhere deep in my heart, I couldn't help but feel a slight stir

She sat in the carriage, gently touching her round belly, and thought to herself that this trip was not in vain, as at least she could name some distinctive snacks of this city

He just went out to take a shower, changed into a clean set of casual clothes, as always in black, but he exuded a faint scent of vanilla, which somewhat diminished the cold and distant aura that surrounded him

Seeing her so engrossed, Zhuo Lieyang did not disturb her. He went upstairs to review some materials, then took a shower in the bathroom. When he came downstairs again, Ji Shuqing was still in the same position, staring intently at the screen.

Zhuo Lieyang squatted down in front of the sofa, carefully examining her

Indeed, Zhuo Lieyang's kiss was entirely unrestrained, his domineering lips and tongue only knew how to clumsily and awkwardly explore within her mouth. She kept evading, and he kept pursuing

Ji Shuqing couldn't help but widen her eyes and stare at him, her eyelashes trembling slightly, as her clear pupils gradually filled with anger. She tried hard to close her mouth, but her strength was insufficient, and she simply could not overpower him

This morning, he endured

She suddenly felt a stir in her heart and, without much thought, extended the string of meatballs in her hand towards him, saying: "Would you like to give it a try?"

Xu Zhiming had been the private physician for the Zhuo family for many years, and Zhuo Liyang naturally had complete trust in his medical skills. Hearing him say this, he felt a slight sense of relief.

His words clearly intimidated Ji Shuqing, and she knew that he was a man of his word

In the evening, he continued to endure

He continued to suck the tears from her cheek, his movements so gentle, as if she were the treasure of his heart, afraid that a careless touch might shatter her

Ji Shuqing's shoulders were pressed down by him, rendering her unable to move. She was extremely angry and glared at him fiercely, saying: "Zhuo Lieyang, you scoundrel! Why must you torment me like this? This place is hell for me! How much more do you intend to torture me before you are satisfied?"

Zhuo Lieyang noticed the change in her expression. After pondering for a moment, he asked, "Is there anywhere you would like to go next?"

He finally couldn't help but stretch out his arms from behind her, gently resting them on her shoulders. She finally reacted, yet she didn't even glance at him, merely saying, "Zhiyan, don't make a fuss, it's quite wonderful right now"

Zhuo Lieyang did not ask further and simply said, "Then let's proceed according to the original plan"

Have you eaten?" Zhuo Lieyang's gentle voice sounded from above.

I want to leave this place! Ji Shuqing paused slightly in her movements, turned to look at him, and answered without any hesitation

Is it necessary to please him in order to succeed

Do you really want to escape from my side like that

Zhuo Lieyang looked at her, who was full of enthusiasm, and couldn't help but curl the corners of his lips. He said to the driver, "Please stop by the roadside for now"

However, despite her countless unwillingness, she could only helplessly allow him to kiss her indiscriminately

However, she truly despises trying to please others, especially that demon

He cast a glance at the porridge placed on the bedside cabinet, a flicker of displeasure passing through his eyes. He said in a deep voice: "Why aren't you eating?"

He could not help but reach out his hand, his long fingers gliding down along her eyelashes, finally resting on her lips, the movement suddenly pausing

It was not until she was almost at the door that she had to stop, turning to the ever-following Zhuo Lieyang and saying, "Well... good night"

She paused for a moment, a scene flashing through her mind, and then said: "It seems to be called something like Banshan Villa..." Before she could finish her sentence, the door of the fitting room was suddenly kicked open, and a strong, icy aura instantly enveloped the small fitting room.

His kiss seemed to inject magic, rendering her unable to move, with only her long eyelashes fluttering incessantly.

He does not understand, he truly does not understand what he must do to make her happy, to make her smile, while also allowing his heart, which yearns to touch the light, to no longer tremble, to no longer feel lonely, to no longer be lost

Ji Shuqing sat up from the bed and smiled at Aunt An, but the dark pupils could not conceal the sadness within her.

He helped her with drug use? His mouth has swollen up? He wants to catch all the snakes around? It's all because of her

She, who was already in a state of panic, became even more at a loss at this moment. Instinctively, she gasped, but at the moment she opened her mouth, his tongue slipped in between her lips and teeth...

However, I have already booked a flight to Beicheng for tonight. Where exactly are you? I will come to find you after I land

Seeing her sullen expression, Aunt An did not urge her further. She placed the porridge on the nearby cabinet, hesitated for a moment, and spoke in a casual and natural tone: "Miss Ji, after you were bitten by the snake yesterday, the young master was extremely anxious. He recklessly put his own safety aside to suck out the venom, and his lips were swollen all night. It was quite a sight to behold. Not only that, but he also immediately ordered me to find someone to catch all the snakes around the villa. Sigh, it has been quite a headache. The young master commanded that this be done before this evening, and now those professional snake catchers are searching the area for snakes."

The morning sunlight streams in through the window at an angle, casting a warm veil over the entire bedroom.

Ji Shuqing repeatedly expressed her gratitude, holding her phone and excitedly pressing a series of numbers, waiting anxiously and expectantly for the other party to answer.

His lips, his breath, and his warmth had already enveloped her world. She trembled her lips and took a long time to produce a sound: "Zhuo Lieyang, you cannot do this! You..."

He extended his long fingers and gently brushed across her face, murmuring to himself, "Am I really a demon in your eyes?"

Zhuo Lieyang did not seem to have any intention of making things difficult for her, merely saying gently, "Good night"

Although there was little change in Zhuo Lieyang's expression, his gaze grew increasingly profound. Noticing that she was ignoring the bowl of porridge in his hand, he simply set the bowl down again, reached out a hand, and pinched her chin, forcing her to open her mouth

However, Zhuo Lieyang's sleep was very light, and her movements clearly disturbed him. He raised his head and looked at Ji Shuqing, who had sat up, and asked in confusion, "Where are you going?"

"I am fine, Zhi Yan, I am sorry for making you worry, but I really am fine, I will be back in a couple of days..." Ji Shu Qing felt very nervous inside, and her speech became incoherent.

She numbly swallowed the porridge he forcefully fed her, and as she ate, tears suddenly rolled down her cheeks. The transparent droplets quietly slid down her pale skin, while her long eyelashes trembled like a small black fan, presenting an indescribable fragility that softened one's heart

Ji Shuqing's face was flushed, as if she were drunk, her breath quick and shallow, as though all her strength had been drained by him. This time, Zhuo Lieyang did not forcibly restrain her, for her body had become soft and pliable, leaning against his chest like a delicate flower.

Zhuo Lieyang was lying on the edge of the bed, asleep

Specific | Location ... ... Ji Shuqing's thoughts were in a state of utter confusion for a moment, as she rolled her eyes and said somewhat flusteredly: "I don't really know what that place is ... ... "

She took the dress and entered the fitting room. However, when she put on the dress, she found that she could not pull up the zipper no matter what, which made her feel a bit frustrated. She opened the fitting room door a crack and quietly said to the sales assistant standing next to the fitting room, "Excuse me, could you come in and help me with the zipper?" Before she finished speaking, her face had already turned bright red.

Ji Shuqing replied almost without thinking, "I do not need a gift"

Feeling the piercing light, Ji Shuqing, who was in a drowsy state, furrowed her brows. After her long eyelashes gently trembled a few times, she slowly opened her eyes, her dark and clear pupils tinted with a layer of hazy confusion

Under the intense gaze of Zhuo Lieyang and the various sales staff in the store, Ji Shuqing steeled herself and began to select items. Each piece felt good in her hands, yet there was always a sense that something was amiss. As a result, after much deliberation, she ultimately failed to choose a single item.

It is not that she is being pretentious; rather, she truly does not want to owe him even the slightest bit. Based on her current understanding of this person, if she were to owe him anything, he would certainly demand it back a hundredfold, and she would not be able to repay it

Ji Shuqing pressed her lips together without answering him, only nodding her head

After all, there are plenty of delicious foods, and she doesn't have to spend any money. How cost-effective!

After Xu Zhiming left, he sat down by Ji Shuqing's bedside, gazing at the unconscious girl on the bed, his dark pupils slowly constricting

Ji Shuqing looked at him with suspicion, as if trying to find a hint of a flaw in his eyes, but in the end, she could not decipher his meaning. She could only cautiously say: "Then if I don't watch television, what should I do?"

With this thought in mind, she had already lifted the blanket, preparing to get out of bed from the other side

After walking through most of the snack street, Ji Shuqing instinctively turned around to look at Zhuo Liyang, who had been ignored by her all along. He stood behind her, enveloped in sunlight, clearly standing out in this snack street. As they walked, the young girls on the street frequently cast eager glances at him, yet he silently followed behind her.

Ji Shuqing glanced at the dress in the sales assistant's hand; this color had always been one of her favorites, so it wouldn't hurt to try it on

She was bitten by a snake, and then in a hazy state, she saw a figure. After that, she finally lost consciousness completely. Before falling into a coma, what she thought in her mind was that Zhi Yan would definitely help her deal with it

"From now on, you are not allowed to think about other boys in front of me!" His voice was deep, yet it carried a charm that penetrated the night mist, lingering hauntingly in her ears, both dangerous and ambiguous. After a pause, he domineeringly continued, "Otherwise, I will kiss you once for every time you think of him, until you no longer think of him!"

Thinking of this, she could not help but feel a sense of melancholy and sadness

Xu Zhiming is the private doctor of the Zhuo family. At this moment, he is dressing the wound of Ji Shuqing, who is lying in bed. A bottle of intravenous solution hangs by the bedside, with the clear liquid quietly flowing into the vein in her arm.

With a heart full of reluctance, she swallowed the porridge in her mouth, yet could not taste anything, for her heart was filled with bitterness

Suddenly, that inexplicable soft emotion surged once again in my heart

He glanced at the clothing in the store and then said, "I think you would suit this style of clothing quite well"

That being said, judging by Zhuo Lieyang's expression, Xu Zhiming can guarantee that this guy will definitely act the same way if he encounters such a situation again. However, he is merely a private doctor, and there is only so much he can say

After playing for a while, Ji Shuqing seemed rather listless and simply said, "Whatever."

Is the person before him really the same one he used to know, who was indifferent to everyone and only cared about that Tibetan Mastiff, Zhuo Lieyang?

"You may leave here," Zhuo Lieyang's response was clearly unexpected for her. He continued, "but it must be with my company"

He raised his hand and casually made a gesture, and the assistant beside him immediately placed the document bag into his hand. Zhuo Lieyang then handed the document bag back to her and said, "When you're bored, take a look; you should be able to learn quite a bit from it"

At this moment, she was completely unaware that her attitude towards him had quietly changed long ago

She stared at the CD in the file bag, her face unable to conceal her surprise and excitement. Unknowingly, a smile blossomed at the corners of her lips, and her eyes sparkled like stars, as if all the light in the world was focused on her, so dazzling, so radiant

"Shu'er, is it really you?" Xi Zhi spoke with evident excitement, "Where are you? Why has your phone been unreachable? Do you know how worried I have been about you!"

Zhuo Lieyang nodded gently

Upon hearing the word "snake," Ji Shuqing felt a wave of discomfort wash over her. Instinctively, she touched her own arm, reflecting on the words that Aunt An had just spoken, and she couldn't help but become somewhat lost in thought

His breath was naturally quite disordered, clearly having just shared a passionate kiss. Yet, as he looked down at the person in his arms, he felt an inexplicable itch in his heart, wishing he could hold her tightly and merge her into his own body, never to part again

However, Zhuo Lieyang achieved it

How wonderful it would be if things could always remain as they are now

The gentle evening breeze caresses the villa situated on the hillside, where the lights are brightly lit inside, and the curtains on the second floor flutter softly in the evening wind

He reached out a hand to grasp her chin, forcing her to tilt her head up to look at him. A flicker of panic crossed her face, but when she met his slightly narrowed eyes, she was momentarily stunned

Observing the exquisite and high-end decor style of the store, she knew that the prices of the goods inside must be astonishing. Therefore, she had never had the courage to enter. As they were about to finish their shopping, Zhuo Lieyang directly pulled her into the store ahead.

"Even the discs that record all the fashion shows since Senzi's debut? Don't you want to appreciate them?"

Upon thinking of this, she couldn't help but shiver, instinctively quickening her pace to walk ahead of him, maintaining a small distance between them

A soft light flickered in his eyes as he curled his lips and walked towards her, leisurely sitting down beside her, seemingly unaware of his presence

Ji Shuqing smiled gently and casually replied, "You're welcome!"

Looking at the tightly closed door, Zhuo Lieyang's lips curled into a faint smile, extending to the corners of his eyes, filling his heart with an unprecedented sense of fulfillment as he turned and leisurely walked towards his bedroom

Xu Zhiming could not help but remind him: "It is indeed you; in the future, do not recklessly help others to suck out snake venom. That is a very dangerous thing to do. Today, you are lucky; the venom only remained on your lips and did not enter your body. Otherwise, the one who would have truly encountered a problem today would have been you."

This seemed to be the first time she revealed a smile in front of him, a smile far more beautiful than any he had seen before, and he felt as if his very soul was about to be captivated by her smile

He moved a little closer to her, yet she still did not respond

However, it is not Zhiyan who is by her side, but him

Did he save her

Not long after Zhuo Lieyang went out, Aunt An came in carrying a bowl of porridge, her face adorned with the same smile as always

Zhuo Lieyang frowned, clearly displeased. He said in a deep voice: "You are not allowed to leave! You are also not allowed to get out of bed!"

A trace of panic flashed in Ji Shuqing's eyes, and her body instinctively recoiled. Zhuo Lieyang extended his long arm, embraced her waist, and then forcefully pulled her towards himself

Of course there is, leaving here is the thing I want to do the most!" As soon as she finished speaking, Ji Shuqing couldn't help but feel a bit timid in her heart. She looked at him, blinked her eyes, and said, "This is what you asked me to say.

Watching television for a long time is not good for the eyes. Zhuo Lieyang's tone was gentle and caring, seemingly as sincere as it could be

But she immediately shook her head; so what if he saved her? If he hadn't locked her up, she wouldn't have been bitten by the snake, and she wouldn't still be in this strange place now

Looking at the petite and delicate figure before him, he slightly squinted his eyes, a voice in his heart asking whether she had ever harbored feelings for him

But are there demons in the world who, upon seeing you hurt, would wish to transfer that pain onto themselves?

Ji Shuqing stared blankly at his back, and suddenly a complex emotion surged within her heart, as if the sweet, sour, bitter, and spicy flavors were intertwined, making it impossible to discern which one was the most genuine

"Do you really have it? How did you get it?" Ji Shuqing continued to ask with curiosity

Ji Shuqing was completely frozen.

She instinctively resisted him, but instead found herself held even tighter by him

Zhuo Lieyang's expression suddenly darkened

Just as she was about to go out, Ji Shuqing suddenly had a flash of inspiration in her mind. She grabbed her hand and quietly asked, "Could I borrow your phone to make a call?"

Only after she finished speaking did she remember that this string of meatballs was something she had just taken a bite of, but before she could retract her hand, Zhuo Lieyang had already unceremoniously stretched his neck and taken a bite.