CHAPTER 13 - Signal of love?
Xingyue's POVWalking as fast as I could, I arrived at an alley where I saw no other way to escape. Shivering, I turned back as I heard a man laughing like a maniac.
He covered his face with a black mask as his hands were holding a knife. Gulping hard, I stepped back as he moved closer to me. "Is he coming to kill me?" I assumed.Stepping back again, my back clasped with the wall as I sweated.Horrified, I shut my eyes when he was about to stab me with the knife.Squinting, I felt a touch as I peeked with my half-opened eyes.Glancing back, I saw Han Shuo murmuring in pain. "HAN SHUO!!"Holding him in my arms, I looked into his eyes as he was about to close his eyes. "Keep your eyes open, Han Shuo." Tears formed in my eyes when the man again moved to me. But out of nowhere, someone appeared as he kicked him, pushing him out of the way. Lifting my chin, I gazed at the man as a whisper escaped from my lips. "Xi Song?"
Turning his head, he met my moist eyes as his eyes melted down when a tear escaped from his eyes. "Are you okay, Xingyue?" Nodding my head instantly, I peeked at Han Shuo. "But he got injured."Unfolding his clothes, he moved me aside as he picked Han Shuo in his arms. "Let's go."Han Shuo's POV
Feeling a slight headache, I massaged my temples as I slowly opened my eyes. It all seemed blurred to my vision as I squinted. "Where am I?"
Abruptly, someone held my hand as she spoke. "Han Shuo, are you okay? You are in the hospital." Recognizing the voice, I calmed myself down. "Xingyue, I'm all fine. Don't worry." Rubbing my forehead, I blinked as I gazed at my hand, which was attached to the dripping needle.Gaining our attention, someone coughed aloud."How are you feeling, Mr. Han?"Turning my head, I rolled my eyes. "Why do you care about me, Xi Song?"
Poking his cheeks, he showed his ID card. "You are my patient. And as a doctor, I have to take care of yours."Sitting beside Xingyue, he took out his pen as he asked. "How are you feeling? Anything suspicious?" Glancing away, I answered. "Not at all. I want to get discharged as soon as possible." Sighing on my comment, he stood up. "Mr. Han, you can't go anywhere for two days. You have to stay here in the hospital under my observation." Rolling his eyes, he walked away as Xingyue chased after him.Xingyue's POVRunning to him, I shouted his name. "DR. SONG!!"
Flinching at his place, turning to me, he hushed. "Watch your mouth. It's a hospital."Catching my breath, I laid a finger on my lips as I whispered. "I want to talk to you.""Same here. Come with me." Walking ahead, he left me dumbfounded as I chased after him once again.He took me back to that garden as my lips curved into a grin, recalling how he calmed me before. "What happened? Are you not sitting?"Snapping back to reality, I nodded as I took my seat beside him. "What do you want to talk about, Xi Song?"Gazing at the stars, he gasped. "Why did you go to that place? You know the place is mostly known for robbery. All criminals are there."Playing with my fingers, I eyed down as I spoke. "Sister Yuwei asked me to go there. I can't refuse to help her."Out of the blue, he held my hand, making me stare into his eyes."Xingyue, I'm stopping you from meeting anyone. But can you keep a distance from Zhang Yuwei? Please, I beg you." "But why?"Concerned, he pursed his lips."Please, for me, don't follow anything she says to you. She is plotting against you. You're too innocent to understand it."Smiling at me, he stood up. "Let's go home. You must be tired."Smiling back to him, I asserted. "Sure. I'll cook for you today."
Holding my hand, he walked further as I remained speechless. It was the first time when I felt my heart pounding for someone. Weird feelings enclosed me, leaving a redness on my face.....................................
Reaching home, I changed my clothes into comfortable ones as I walked to the kitchen. Taking out some fresh vegetables, I washed them while the pan was heating. I started chopping some onions when he entered."Do you need any help?" Shaking my head as no, I once again focus on my job. Standing there, he stared at me as I tried to wipe my tears with the back of my hand when he uttered. "Are you sure about it? Don't you need my help?" "I don't need your help, Xi Song."Tapping his feet, he frequently waited no longer as he snapped the knife from my hands, pushing me back. "What are you doing?"Shutting his eyes in frustration, he snorted. "Sometimes, it's good to ask for help."Moving closer, he wiped those tears with the help of tissue as I remained speechless. "I-I promise to cook for you today."Smiling at me, he wore the apron as he replied. "Cooking alone is not good when you have a talented chef beside you. Let's cook together."
Turning back, he started chopping those onions as I smiled wholeheartedly. "He is not that bad though," I thought.Taking out the fresh meat, I put it into the frying pan.Grilling it, I glanced at him as my eyes froze on his facial features. He looked so attractive. As I was about to speak, my phone buzzed out of nowhere, making me lament. Walking out of the kitchen, I went near the dining table as I glanced at my phone. My eyes widened as I choked in the air. "Li Yubing?"CHAPTER 14 - Past or present?Xingyue's POVWalking out of the kitchen, I went near the dining table as I glanced at my phone. My eyes widened as I choked in the air. "Li Yubing?"Squinting my eyes, I cleared my voice as I picked the call.Me: Hello, Yubing. Long time no call or text.Yubing: I'm sorry, Xing. I didn't take care of you well. I failed to be an ideal boyfriend. But I promise once I come back, all my attention will be on you.Gazing down, I pressed my lips, assuming. "I don't know, Yubing. Will I be waiting for you or not?"Taking a deep gasp, I replied to him.Me: Focus on your business. We'll talk once you come back, okay?Yubing: Deal, Xing. I love you.As he said those words, it frowned on my spot as I wiggled.Me: Hmm! I'm hanging now, bye.Hanging the call, I exhaled noisily through my pursed lips when he asked. "What's wrong? Is there something
CHAPTER 15 - Visiting his familyAuthor's POVThe next day shone brighter than yesterday. Taking a leave from the hospital, Xi Song went to meet his mom along with Xingyue. "What do you think? Why do they want to meet us?" Keeping his intense look on the face, he replied. "I don't know. She didn't tell me anything."Nodding her head, they walked inside the place, which seemed exceptionally royal. With her mouth partially opened, she turned her gaze around. "Wow! What a place? I felt like I'm in a castle." Sneering at her, he stepped ahead when his mom noticed them. Waving her hand in the air, she shouted. "XI SONG, XINGYUE!! My babies are back."Wincing on a sudden voice rise, she glanced at Xi Song as he directed her. "She's my mom." Placing a hand on her mouth, she quickly planted her lovely smile while bowing to her. "Good morning, Aunt."Pulling her into a hug, she replied. "Call me mom, dearie. Y
CHAPTER 16 - We still have a dealAuthor's POVAfter all, what they feared was going to happen. But the situation was now looking complicated. Where on the other hand, both wanted to refuse marriage. Something else seemed written in the fate. Was there a spark between the two hearts? Or was there something that kept them together?Hearing the news of their marriage, both their faces turned pale.Both were fighting in the battle of mind and heart. Concerned, Xingyue said. "Mom, isn't it too fast? I mean, we don't know each other till now."Passing her glares, her mom stood up, arguing with her. "You know each other enough. I'm doing it for your sake, Xingyue. You're already 24 years old. How long do you want to wait for him? Huh?"As her mom started shouting at her, it made the situation more embarrassing for her. "MOM, STOP IT," she yelled.Her mom's anger was on top of the next level
Chapter 17 - Untold feelings yet to discoverXia Na's POVWith my half-lidded eyes, I crossed my arms and asked. "Ling Xiao? What are you doing here?"Sliding his tongue near his inner cheek, he scoffed. "Shouldn't I ask this to you? You're standing in my home and asking me this."Narrowing my eyes, I confirmed with him. "Wait, do you live here too?"Rolling his eyes, he replied to me in his deep, husky voice. "Or else? Who do you think Mr. Ling will be?"Recalling his last surname, I slapped myself mentally. "Yeah, you're the owner of this large residence, Mr. Ling.""Don't call me the owner. It's from my dad. I never earn much to mark it mine." Taking a deep sigh, he walked nearer to the couch as I quietly followed him. "What do you mean? Your dad's residence is also yours."Scoffing at me, he took a seat as I sat beside him too. "Not until you understand Ling's family terms and conditions. They al
CHAPTER 18 - YES OR NO?Author's POVThe days were passing, and the wedding day was near. Whatever the occasion, the stress was clearly visible on Xingyue's face.Even though Xi Song was not happy with this marriage, there was a thing that slowly took away his feelings. As if he really wanted to tie himself with her. But why was he feeling like this? Was he looking at her from another point of view now? Was that bitterness gradually turning into sweet syrup?The moments they spent together had dissolved in his heart as if they were the same for years. Don't know why he felt as if he already knew Xingyue?But he knew that he was about to do something that he had absolutely no desire to do.But why was her unhappy face piercing his heart so much?Was this love? Or did he feel pity for her?Where there were thousands of happiness on one side, a distinct storm was departing in Xinyue's heart.
Chapter 19 - Vows to be togetherAuthor's POVFor a moment, everything stopped. As if the storm was making noise without a sound.Where on one side was her stubbornness, on the other hand, her mother's bitter words.She saw every path full of thorns. Her tears dried inside her eyes, not letting them come out.Her heart was aching, knowing she had to give up at this moment.The needle of time had arrived at the moment where the most significant answer of Xingyue's life was about to be heard.Holding flowers in her hands, she started moving towards the stage.There was visible grief on her face. Her hands were still shaking out of anxiety.All those present guests wanted to see them vowing to be together.Where everyone was celebrating, a man wearing a long white dress suddenly spoke, gaining their attention."Let's begin."All the time, Xingyue kept her head down, maybe hiding he
Chapter 20 - The first day after the marriageAuthor's POVTrembling, she picked her phone and dialed her best friend's number.??: Hello? Xingyue?Hearing her voice, she cried over again as her voice cracked in between.Xingyue: Xia Na...Her sobbing voice made Xia Na concerned as she asked non-stop.Xia Na: Xingyue? What happened, darling? Why are you crying?Lifting her chin, she wiped her tears.Xingyue: I'm missing you.Xia Na: Xing, do you want me to come there? Please, don't cry.Xingyue: No, Xia. I'm okay. I need someone to talk to, so I called you.Xia Na: Anytime, darling. Let's talk tomorrow, okay?Humming, she hung up the call as her head rested against the wall.As the cold weather increased, Xing's whole body started shivering. She just kept sobbing while lowering her head. And when she fell asleep, no one knew.........
Chapter 21 - Those distinct feelingsAuthor's POVExhausted, Xingyue finally turned to the stairs. The staff member remained there, confused. Before he could tell Xing about the second lift, she had run the stairs already.Running like a bullet train, she finally reached her office floor when the second lift door opened and Miss Zhang came out.Breathing heavily, Xing looked at the elevator when Miss Zhang waved at her."Good morning, Xingyue. Are you doing exercise? You used the stairs today."Only she knew what was going on in her heart. Even after she ran so much, what if she got it just a hoax.Crying, Xing rested her back against the wall, and Miss Zhang got worried when she saw her."D-did I say something wrong?""UGH! You should tell me that first, Miss Zhang."Hearing his voice, Tang Xue ran to them and asked. "Xing, what is happening here? Mr. Han is asking for you."