CHAPTER 16 - We still have a deal
Author's POV
After 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 as she was about to shout back when Xi Song pulled Xingyue to her side. "Aunt, don't worry. She is just feeling shy." Gripping her hand, he dragged her out as she silently followed him..............................
Dragging her to the garden area, he freed her hand. "What's with that attitude, Xingyue? She is your mom, after all. I understand you don't want to get married to me. But don't shout at your mom, at least."
She gazed down while her eyes started forming tears as she felt frustrated."I don't know... I'm just lost." Her voice cracked in between her sobs as Xi Song stared at her, worried. "X-Xingyue? Are you alright?"While elevating her chin, her moist eyes met his concerned face as he moved back, seeing her crying. "Why are you crying?"She pouted while her tears rolled down, making her look like a baby."I-I don't want to shout at her. I'm feeling miserable."His brows creased while pulling together as he lifted his hand, patting her head. "Everything is alright, Xingyue. We still have a deal, remember."Upon hearing this, she recalled their deal of refusing each other.While wiping her tears with the back of her hand, she looked at the sky. "How can I forget? I can still stop the wedding." Her loud sobs turned into a mocked grin as her hands clasped together excitedly."Why I'm acting stupid? It's not like we're married already." Giggling, she walked back while dancing, whopping, making him dumbfounded.Flickering his eyes, he sighed. "Thank God. I'm not actually marrying her."............................
Xia Na's POV
Working overtime on my desk, I yawned when Mr. Han passed through my desk. Seeing me yawning, he came to me as I stammered and stood up.
With a tired look on my face, I bowed to him. "Good morning, Mr. Han."Worried, he checked on me. "Miss Xia, weren't you asleep last night?"Nodding my head, I tried to smile but failed. "I was working on Mr. Ling's cooperation record. I didn't notice when the morning came."His lips partially opened as he passed me a cup of coffee. "You worked hard last night. Go, take a rest now, Miss Xia. Also, can you go to Mr. Ling's residence and bring his signature on this file?"Handing me a file, he massaged his shoulder when I noticed dark circles near his eyes. "Mr. Han, were you working last night too? I think you need a rest."Smiling at me, he replied. "Xingyue is on holiday. So, I'm thinking about leaving less work for her. She has suffered a lot in the past weeks."Still massaging his shoulder, he walked away as I chuckled at the fact."Wow! It seems like Mr. Han cares a lot about his assistant."Placing a hand on my mouth, I giggled while taking the files and leaving the office...................................
After resting for a while, I went to Mr. Ling's residence for the signature.
My mouth was wide open as soon as I stepped inside the residence.His house seemed surrounded by huge gardens. From the outside, it looked no less than a film shooting set.There were flowers of various varieties. While on the other side, the attractive fountains of water were flowing.My eyes started glittering at the sight of his luxurious house.With my jaw dropped, I looked around. "Am I dreaming? Is this even real?" As I was busy in my world, a man wearing a black suit came to me."Good day, Miss Xia. We heard that you came to meet Mr. Ling."Coming out of my thoughts, I instantly nodded as he signaled me. "This way, Miss Xia."Stupidly nodding my head, I walked after him as he took me inside the residence. Their floor was shining like a mirror. I could see myself clearly, which made me amazed. The light yellowish light coming from the chandelier shined brighter than the sun. "W-wow!" escaped from my mouth like a thousand times.It made me speechless, knowing how rich our client was. Taking me to the hall, he bowed. "Miss Xia, Sir is coming in five minutes. Please, wait until I bring some drink for you."
With this, he left me alone as I stood there dumbfoundedly when my gaze followed the photographs plastered on the wall.Narrowing my eyes, I moved further close to them as my eyes fell on a picture of a baby who was crying aloud.A grimace of a laugh escaped from my mouth as it drove me crazy. "How stupid this baby is looking. OMG!"His cute little eyes went completely mad when he cried. It somehow reminded me of my younger brother. "He looks exactly as Xiao Xiao. Is he my lost brother? Hahaha!"As I was busy laughing, I didn't know that someone was glaring at me from behind.While crossing his hands, a young man ground his teeth as he yelled at me, causing me to flinch back. "ARE YOU DONE COMMENTING ON ME?"Suddenly, hearing the familiar voice, I turned back as my eyes met a person I didn't expect to see today. "L-ling Xiao?"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."
Chapter 22 - Words to say to youIn this increasingly cold weather, Xing came home early today and searched every corner of the house to find Xi Song. However, he was not at home. Exhausted, Xing sat on the couch while taking out her phone and called Xi Song.But no one from the other side was picking up the phone. After calling so many times, finally, someone picked up the call.Xing: Xi Song, I'm calling you for half an hour. Can't you pick the call???: Sister-in-law, it's me, Ling Xiao. Xi Song is currently inside the operation theater.Upon hearing this, her anger subsided and asked.Xing: Ling Xiao, is he busy? I just want to know when he will come?Ling Xiao: I have no idea, Sister-in-law. He is working non-stop. He didn't even eat lunch nor take a rest.Xing: Oh! Well, Ling Xiao, please take care of him. I'll wait for him here.Ling Xiao: Oh, okay. Goodbye.As she hung th
Chapter 23 - The workaholic husbandFinally, after a while, his condition became normal. Holding his head slowly, when he got up, everyone started looking at him."Xi Song, are you okay?""Dr. Song, are you feeling well?"Nodding his head, he flashed a tiny smile. "Yes, I am. Don't need to worry.""How can we not? Your body becomes so weak. Xi Song, take a rest and eat properly. I'll handle the stuff for today. Go and rest."He knew he had absolutely no sieve in front of Ling Xiao. "Okay, then. Call me if you need any help."Coming out of the hospital with feeble steps. And despite exhaustion, he drove the car and reached home.When he slowly opened the door, his gaze fell on Xing, who had already slept waiting for him on the table. Seeing the food covered with plates, a strange colored smile appeared on Xi Song's face.He felt comfort whenever he saw Xing's sleeping face. As if i
Chapter 24 - Beautiful rainy dayToday was Xingyue's hard-working day as she needed to finish all her pending reports.She sat on her seat all day working, so much so that she didn't even go to lunch. Her eyes were just fixed on the computer screen, and her mind wanted to finish all the work.On the other hand, Xi Song was resting at home today.In fact, he was preparing dinner for Xingyue. He had that lovesick fool smile on his face all day. As if he was satisfied with this wedding.After a hard day's work, he finally prepared Xingyue's favorite food.Putting dishes on the table, he was waiting for Xingyue, but there was no news of her.Time passed, and when it turned into such a dark night, no one knew.When Xi Song looked out of the window while waiting, he became terrified. As there was heavy rain outside, Xing was still outside.Taking his phone, he called Xia Na.Xi Song: Hey, do you know where Xingyue