CHAPTER 10 - When the heart talks your feelings
Author's POVGulping down, he took his phone out as he called his friend. "Ling Xiao, do you know the other way of exiting the hospital?" Humming, he replied. "Yeah, there is a way behind the hospital. But what happened?" Holding her hand, he directed her as Xia Na pushed her. "Xingyue, just go with him. Don't worry about anything, okay?" Glancing sideways, she nodded her head in agreement as they ran away.
Taking his car, Ling Xiao waited for them near the gate.Waving at him, Xi Song approached him. "Thank you, Ling Xiao. Can you handle the matter?" Smiling at him, he stroked on his arm. "Of course, I'm the master after all. Don't be concerned, sister-in-law needs you more this time." Peeking at her, he bowed. "Hello, sister-in-law. I'm Ling Xiao. One of the best surgeons here--" Cutting his words off, he sided him."Okay! Do your introduction some other time. Xingyue, sit inside." Rolling her eyes, she sat inside as he started driving.Xi Song's POV
Taking her belongings, I opened the door as I directed her to come inside. Stepping inside, she looked around. "Xingyue, you have to stay here till I tell you, okay?"
Crossing her arms, she approached me. "Why? Can you just tell me about what is happening, Dr. Song?" Sighing at my place, I asked her to sit down on the couch as she did. "Xingyue, the situation is out of control. Someone leaked the news about you. The media is finding you like a crazy bird." With an empty stare, she snickered. "So what? That doesn't mean I did something wrong? Or you also think I'm a criminal?" Putting my finger on her lips, I shushed her. "Shh! Even if the world is against you, I'll support you." Staring deep down into my eyes, she asked. "Why?"Leaning a little closer, I cupped her face. "Because to me, you mean something I can't even tell."Squinting her eyes, she urged. "Xi Song, I want to cry." Putting her head on my shoulder, I covered her eyes. "Cry it out. I'm here."Xingyue's POV
Letting my tears out, I cried all over until my heart felt empty. Resting back, I wiped them off when my stomach growled.
Giggling, he took his coat out. "It looks like someone is hungry." Forcing a laugh, I headed down when he stood up. "I'm hungry too. Let me cook something, okay?" Walking to the kitchen, he took out the pan. As he poured some oil on it, heating it.Massaging my temples, I glanced at my phone as it showed missed calls from Han Shuo. Taking a deep breath, I called him. As soon as he picked it up, he started panicking.Han Shuo: Xingyue, are you okay? Are you safe?
Shushing him, I replied in a lowkey voice.
Me: I'm all safe, Han Shuo. But I guess I became a burden for you.
Getting mad on the other side, he yelled.
Han Shuo: Don't dare to call yourself a burden. Just stay safe.
I'll handle it for you. Also, send me your location. Dad asked us to visit him tomorrow morning.Drawn down the corners of my mouth as I replied in a gloomy voice.
Me: He must be feeling disappointed in me. I lowered our company status down.
Han Shuo: Xinyue, take some rest. You're overthinking. It's not your fault. Cheer up.
Whispering in response, I hung up as I smelled something savory.
Leading to the kitchen area, I stood up behind him as I said. "Do you need any help?"Flinching at his place, he turned back instantly, which caused me to fall. Panicking, he held my waist, which stopped me from falling to the ground. Meeting my eyes, he stared at me as I stared back.For a moment, everything seemed to stop at their places as he extended his one hand, brushing my hair back, sending a shiver down my spine.A smile appeared on my lips as I squinted my eyes, making a pout with my lips.Xi Song's POV
Holding her in my arms, I looked deep down into her ocean eyes. I felt a sudden rise in my heartbeat as it increased out of nowhere. Staring at her facial features, I noticed her as she shut her eyes, forming a kiss pose with her lips. Creasing my brows, I waved my hand at her, asking. "What are you doing, Xingyue?" With her wrinkled brows, she passed a shaky smile. "I-I was... exercising my lips. Yeah, it's good for the lips." Pressing my lips, I tried to control my laugh as I thought. "She can't even play boldly."
Poking my cheeks with the help of my tongue, I chortled. "Yeah, you were just EXERCISING with your lips." Scratching her forehead, she glanced away. "Okay, the food is ready. Let's eat." Holding her arm, I pulled her as she bumped on my chest, raising my heart to beat faster.Xingyue's POV
Bumping on his chest, I heard a dark vibration. It was his heart that was beating fast. Placing my ear nearer, I closed my eyes, feeling like his heart was saying something to me. It felt like I heard it somewhere else too, but I couldn't remember where?
Passing empty stares, I stepped back as he looked away. His cheeks were red like a love apple. With minimal eye contact, I approached him."Look, the food is about to burn." Turning back, he panicked as he turned off the gas stock.Taking out the plates, he placed them on the table as he waved at me. "What are you thinking?" With a cocked head, I replied. "Nothing much, When I heard your heartbeat, I found it similar, as I heard it before.""Really?" Nodding my head, I took a bite as I chewed it. "Delicious."Han Shuo's POV
Throwing the files on the desk, I joined my hands to my forehead, shutting my eyes. It was getting more stressful as I joined yesterday and today I had to deal with a serious matter.
But no matter what, I knew she was not involved in this.Lifting my chin, I peeked at the door as I saw someone's shadow. Narrowing my eyes, I stood up. "Who is there? Come out."Upon listening to me, the person ran away as I chased him.Running down to the stairs, I jumped up from the staring, which stopped the person. It was a girl wearing a black pair of shirt and pants. Her face was covered with a mask, making it difficult for me to recognize her.Stepping back, she clasped to the wall as I threatened her, glaring. "WHO ARE YOU?"CHAPTER 11 - FIND THE CULPRITAuthor's POVThe rising sun cast a rosy hue across the morning sky. Golden fingers of sunlight lit up the scene. Lifting her head, she glanced at the clock as it showed seven of the morning. Doing her daily pieces of stuff, she moved downstairs as she smelled something delicious. "Hmm!! It looks like Dr. Song woke up early." Chuckling at her comment, he placed the dishes on the table as he replied. "I'm a doctor. I woke earlier than others and stayed up at night too. Come and eat. I'll drop you at your office." Playing with her fingers, she brushed her hair back as she messaged Han Shuo. "Han Shuo, you don't need to come here. My cousin will drop me."Placing her phone on the table, she sat opposite him."Xi Song, I know it's tough for you to let a stranger stay at your place. So thank you for letting me in." Taking a bite of bread, he chuckled. "You're talking lik
CHAPTER 12 - PAGES OF PASTXi Song's POV"I promise her mom will protect her. I can't back off from it." Taking the file from his hands, I unopened it and started reading her details when something caught my eyes as I narrowed my eyes. Taking the phone, I dialed a number, not knowing if it still worked or not???: Hello?Gasping, I stammered.Me: You still use this number, Han Shuo.Clearing his throat, he answered.Han Shuo: It's my choice. What's the reason behind calling me?Me: I want to meet you. It's related to Xingyue's case.Han Shuo: Okay. I will send you the location.Humming, I hung up the call as I looked down when he asked."What's wrong, Xi Song?" Staring at the ceiling, I answered. "Nothing is wrong. Take my shift for today. I have something to deal with." Taking my belongings, I left the place.Xingyue's POVL
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 ma
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.