CHAPTER 06 - Friendship or love?
Author's POVTears formed in his eyes once her sparkling eyes opened a moment, meeting his wet eyes. Taken aback, he wiped his tears as she rubbed her eyes, looking at him along with her half-opened eyes. "When did you come?"
Clearing his throat, he replied in his cold tone. "When you were busy sleeping in other's workplace." Evident at him, she rolled her eyes. "I have no interest in visiting you. It's my mom who wants me to do so."Explaining herself, she stood up as she stretched her hands within the air, yawning. "Anyways, now I'm going. I have a lot of things to do."She stepped ahead solely to be stopped by him as he held her wrist, making her turn back. "You are still sleepy. It's dangerous to drive back."Yanking his hand, she crossed her arms. "So, Dr. Song, what will I do besides it?" chewing his lips, he answered. "I will drive you back." "Huh? given that I bear in mind, however, you offer a lift to somebody." Unlocking her purse, she took out the plastic bag which she used to wrap the money.Passing him the bag, she raised her brows. "Here you go. I'll never like someone's favor on me." Taking it back, he sighed. "I need to come back to the hospital, and so I can't drive you after. I didn't know if my method was wrong."Laughing sarcastically, she added. "It was an insult for your kind of information, Dr. Song. You can reject it, but your ego of yours couldn't be left behind." Curving his brows, he tried to clarify. However, she did not grant him an opportunity. "Thank you for agreeing. I never want to get married to an annoying, egoist person." Rolling her eyes, she banged outside the space, leaving him dumbfounded.Xingyue's POVThe light of dawn seeped into my space. I rubbed my weary eyes and walked to the window. There was a pearly glow within the sky. The morning was crammed with chippers of birds as I saw people running down to their work. Stretching my hands, I welcomed the cold breeze, touching my skin as I grinned. Turning back, I glanced at my alarm because it was nearly time for work. Shrugging off, I walked to the bathroom and did my daily routine.
Chewing a slice of bread, I took my files as I locked the door and walked to the car, driving to my workplace. I had bundles of pressure as today the new CEO was signing in. As his assistant, I had to deal with a lot.Banging within, I ran to his cabin. I used to be wearing a black, formal dress with matching heels. Dashing to the door, I opened it solely to fall to the bottom. "AGH!!"Author's POV
She was paralyzed in shock and that sudden rush of adrenaline as she let herself fall until she hit the ground and felt as though their life just flashed before their eyes while struggling to catch their breath.
Xingyue’s foot caught, whirling her arms to regain balance, she pitched toward the floor. Throwing out a hand to prevent the fall, Xingyue felt a pointy wrench of someone's hand close to her waist.Taking a deep gasp, she raised her chin as her eyes met brown, shiny eyes. Gazing into one another's eyes, he lifted her as she quickly brushed her suit. "Good morning, Mr. Han. Good to see you on your first day."Extending his hand for a handshake, he smiled. "Even if we are going to have a working relationship, don't call me Mr. Han. Save it for my dad. Call me Han Shuo." Commanding her laugh, she nodded. "Oh! Okay, Han Shuo. Are you ready for your first meeting?" Gazing downward, he pronounced a sigh. "I... I do not know if I can handle it." Pressing her lips along, she patted her arm, cheering him. "Dear boss, you've got your assistant besides. Do not be stressed. All of them understand you."Taking his coat, he beamed at her. "Are you prepared then, assistant?"Chuckling around, she nodded. "Always boss. Let's get it."Xingyue's POV
We nearly finished the meeting as I entirely checked on Han Shuo, taking care of whether he was feeling alright or not? it was his first time taking any meeting, then I made workers understand his condition. He wasn't a friendly nor extroverted person.
Glancing sideways, I noticed his professional aspect. He was a serious person who loved perfection. No doubt, he was the son of Mr. Han, who also was a perfectionist.Taking a deep gasp, he dismissed the meeting as we bowed to each other. Passing him a thumbs up, I collected my files as he claimed. "Thank you for your support, Xingyue. Without you, I was unable to do it." Smiling to the ground, I cheered him. "All credit goes to you."We were sharing chuckles once the recipient came to me, said."Ms. Li, your husband came to meet you."Getting a heavy feeling in the stomach, I asked with my shaky voice. "W-who?""Your husband, Ms. Li."Shutting my eyes, I asked God to throw me away because it was the foremost embarrassing moment in my life. Cursing beneath, I clenched my claw. "You'll pay for it, Xi Song."Epilogue: Intense LoveXingyue's POVI was sitting on a bench under a tree, waiting for Xi Song to come. The surrounding area had green grass all around. The chilly wind was blowing my hair after the rain fell.I was scrolling through my phone when I got a text from Xia Na. Staring at the screen, I squinted. I felt taken aback for a moment.Putting a hand over my wide-open mouth, I snuffed. "Is it for real?"She sent me a picture of her pregnancy test, which showed a positive result.Unexpectedly, I found myself jumping in rounds out of happiness.The joy was beyond any explanation. We were finally getting all this bliss we manifested in our rough times. It couldn't be better than this.Xia Na would live her dream of becoming a mom while Tang Xue finally experienced the taste of love. And for me, I couldn't be happier than remarrying him.Time has taught me to value relationships and how sometimes forgiving solves the most tangled problems.If happiness exists, it was there in my life
Author's POVThe day finally arrived, for which everyone was waiting.The stage was decorated with lilies, her favourite flower.He was trying to hide his nervousness by repeatedly adjusting his tie. Seeing him doing this, Han Shuo laughed and asked, "Are you giving any job interviews? Relax." "You'll not get it until you become the groom, Han Shuo," Xi Song commented, mockingly smiling at him."But he needs to find the bride first, Xi Song," Ling Xiao added."Mr. Perfectionist failed to get his girl." Both kept throwing comments at him while he remained silent, feeling helpless.On the other hand, the bridesmaids were busy giving the final touch-up to the bride."Have you remembered the vow, Xia Na?" Tang Xue asked out of curiosity as she nodded her head in a yes."I can't believe our daring honey is getting married." Xingyue wiped her tears, gazing at her."I know, right? No one expected she'd get married before me," Tang Xue chuckled.Hearing them almost made her tear up. She trie
Xi Song's POVAfter an overworked group meeting, I could finally answer his calls.I massaged my neck, laughing at the same old joke.Me: So, did you fail again?Ling Xiao: I doubt if you're really my best friend. But this time, your brother grabbed the chance and turned it into the best proposal.Frowning at his words, I quickly leaned forward and took the phone close to my ears.Me: What? You finally proposed to her?Ling Xiao: She was sobbing. It was heart-touching, I know.I pressed my lips together, trying not to cringe while pulling his leg.Me: Are you sure she was not crying in disappointment at your proposal?Ling Xiao: Yaa! Do you want to die? I'll not let you enter my wedding, but then again, you're my only best friend.Me: I think I won't be able to make it. The work in the US is getting out of my reach. I need to keep track.Ling Xiao: You can't come to my wedding, but you surely can take the time to fly back once a year just to see her from afar, right?Me: Huh?Ling Xia
Ling Xiao's POV"Xia Na, I have something to tell you.""What is it?" She slightly nodded her head and waited for me to continue."I have been practising to tell you this for many days. Please cooperate with me." She pressed her lips tightly, holding back her laugh while making an okay sign with her hand."The thing is..." As soon as I began my proposal, her phone buzzed, cutting my words off.I shut my eyes out of irritation.She picked up the call, heading towards the balcony.I gasped. "It's okay, Ling Xiao. You can do it."I gathered my thoughts within minutes as she showed up and looked at me with pleaded eyes. "I'm so sorry, honey. I've got to go back to the office. There's some urgent work. I promise we'll continue our talk in the evening." She leaned inward and gave me a peck.I clenched my jaw, watching her leave. I vigorously picked up the fork and threw it into the salad. "I failed!"Little did I know the evening would take forever to come..................................
Xi Song's POV"Xi Song!" As soon as I turned, I heard my name. For a moment, the entire world seemed to have stopped. I looked back with longing eyes. She was not there. The one my eyes yearned to see made my heart restless; she was not there.I lowered my eyelids with a disappointed face when Ling Xiao put a hand on my shoulder and asked, "Were you expecting someone else? Haha!"I put on a smile. "Of course... Not. You're here already."I hugged him and patted his back. Breaking the hug, I picked up my bag and then went ahead.This time, I knew that even if I looked back, I would find emptiness in my destiny. I moved ahead with my head raised. In just a moment, the flight took off for the US.Maybe I accepted our story as incomplete.........................................................Xingyue's POVI reached the airport while running. There was no time to even breathe.I immediately asked an air hostess standing there."Has the flight to the US taken off?""Yes, Ma'am. It left 1
Xingyue's POVBy the time I reached the office, everything was in a rush. The telephones were constantly buzzing. Taking a step forward, I went to Xia Na's desk. She seemed engaged in attending others' calls.Hanging up the phone call, she glanced at me timidly. "What to do, Xingyue? The entire company is in a mess. Clients are calling to verify the rumour. And more than that, I think Tang Xue is stressed.""Don't worry. You handle the media and press. I'll go and check on them."Under the plan, she sat back and continued to reply to emails.I let out a sigh, walking towards his cabin.I was about to knock on the door when I heard Tang Xue's voice. Peeking from a tiny open space, I saw them screeching at each other.The entire company was in amazement when a press company leaked a photo of Han Shuo and Tang Xue hugging each other.Within five minutes, it went viral, and people started talking sh*t about her.Some said she seduced her boss. While others pointed out her character, calli