Chapter 84 Can you give me another chance?
Gu Xingnian's mind went blank for a moment, then anger surged up.
She pushed him away forcefully, "Fu Beichen, what's wrong with you!"
Fu Beichen took a step back, steadied himself, and had a roguish, even shameless look on his face.
"I saved you, shouldn't you repay me with a kiss?"
His voice wasn't loud, but it carried a sense of entitlement.
Gu Xingnian thought this person was simply unreasonable. She rolled her eyes, too lazy to waste words with him, and reached out to close the door.
"Bang--"
The door wasn't closed.
Fu Beichen was faster; he braced himself against the door and then scooped her out from inside.
It was quite powerful.
Gu Xingnian staggered, but he grabbed her wrist firmly.
"Come with me."
The man's tone left no room for refusal.
Gu Xingnian struggled, her wrists aching from his grip.
"Fu Beichen! Let go! Where are you taking me? What do you want to do!"
She was both angry and anxious.
Fu Beichen pulled her toward the elevator, then turned back and raised an eyebrow at her.
"Of course it's about eating. Do you have other ideas?"
He drew out the last syllable, with a hint of mockery.
Gu Xingnian rolled her eyes at him and cursed him in her heart, "You're crazy."
But her wrist was held firmly in his grasp, and she couldn't break free at all.
The elevator doors opened, and Fu Beichen pulled her inside. He pressed the button for the rooftop garden.
There were only the two of them in the elevator; the space was enclosed.
The atmosphere was somewhat tense.
Gu Xingnian turned her face away, looking at the blurry figure reflected on the elevator wall, not wanting to look at him.
Fu Beichen, on the other hand, seemed quite at ease, turning his head to look at her.
She was wearing the white dress he had prepared, which fit her perfectly, but her complexion was not good; she looked tired and resistant.
The elevator slowly ascended.
bite--
We've reached the top floor.
As the elevator doors slid open, a refreshing floral fragrance wafted out.
Suddenly, everything became clear.
The hotel's rooftop garden is meticulously arranged, surrounded by a variety of blooming flowers in vibrant colors.
The air was filled with a rich yet sweet fragrance, and melodious music flowed among the flowers, faint and ethereal.
Not far ahead, on the square table in the center, there was red wine, crystal-clear wine glasses, and lit candlesticks.
The flickering candlelight illuminated everything around them, creating an exceptionally romantic atmosphere.
Fu Beichen finally released her wrist and gentlemanly pulled out one of the chairs for her.
Gu Xingnian's wrist was freed, and she rubbed the reddened area.
She didn't even glance at Fu Beichen's smiling face, and sat down without any hesitation.
Whatever his tricks were up to, she was genuinely hungry.
Seeing how "cooperative" she was, Fu Beichen's lips curled into a smile, and he was in a good mood.
He sat down opposite her.
Soon, the waiter pushed the food cart over and placed the exquisite delicacies on the table one after another.
Steak, salad, soup... the aroma is irresistible.
Gu Xingnian picked up a knife and fork and began cutting the steak.
She was starving and only wanted to fill her stomach; she had no interest in dealing with the man across from her.
She ate with such focus that she almost ignored his presence.
Fu Beichen didn't disturb her, but poured himself a glass of red wine and swirled it gently.
In the candlelight, his profile was clearly defined, so handsome it seemed unreal.
He watched her eat; she was quiet and well-behaved, unlike her usual prickly self.
This seemed to be the first time they had such a formal dinner together.
Fu Beichen raised his wine glass to her at the opportune moment.
"Xingnian, I saved you again." His voice was tinged with laughter. "Shouldn't you thank me?"
Gu Xingnian picked up the water glass next to her and took a sip generously. "President Fu, thank you for saving me."
This thank you was said casually, more like completing a task.
Fu Beichen didn't care about her attitude and continued, "From now on, every time I save you, you'll give me a kiss."
His tone became forceful, carrying an undeniable domineering air, "Whether you like it or not, I will come and take it."
A life-saving favor in exchange for a kiss. It sounds like a good deal, but it made Gu Xingnian frown.
This man seems to be getting more and more shameless! She looked up and stared intently at the man opposite her.
"Fu Beichen," her voice was calm, "how did you know I was only 20 meters from the fire yesterday?"
She'd been holding this question in for a whole day.
How could he have found her so precisely? Unless... he had seen the Chris family's [Stealth Technique]?
Fu Beichen paused for a moment, his hand holding the wine glass still.
He didn't answer directly, but instead raised his hand and gently touched the left side of his chest.
He could feel the pulse through his shirt.
“Because you’re here.” He looked into her eyes and said slowly, “I can feel your heartbeat.”
The answer was full of affection, yet it seemed like an evasion.
Gu Xingnian rolled her eyes again, turned her face away, and didn't want to pay any more attention to his excuses.
Smooth-talking.
However, she still felt grateful to him.
This is true.
If he hadn't appeared in time, she would have been kidnapped yesterday! Today, she might really be trapped in that little pavilion.
He always managed to find her the moment she was in the most danger.
This was something she couldn't deny.
She suddenly felt that Fu Beichen in front of her seemed to have really changed a bit.
But it's also harder to understand.
Meanwhile, in the sightseeing elevator, a figure in blue was slowly rising, getting closer and closer to them.
The woman continued on the phone, her tone resolute and certain: "Don't worry, it will definitely work out tonight!"
Fu Beichen's voice rang out again, carrying an unprecedented seriousness and... earnestness?
"Gu Xingnian, can you give me another chance?"
He gazed at her intently.
Gu Xingnian's heart felt as if it had been gently bumped by something, and then quickly hardened again.
Her eyes were cold, as if they were filled with ice.
"An opportunity?" She smirked, as if mocking, "I gave it to you long ago, but you didn't want it."
Her voice wasn't loud, but every word was clear, striking Fu Beichen's heart.
Fu Beichen's expression instantly turned somewhat unpleasant.
He knew exactly which opportunity she was referring to—the one in which he had abandoned her.
Silence fell once again.
The candlelight flickered, reflecting the changing expressions on their faces.
Fu Beichen picked up his wine glass, took a sip of red wine, and his Adam's apple bobbed.
He put down his wine glass, seemingly having made up his mind.
“Xingnian, I know that I did many things in the past that broke your heart.”
"But I can guarantee..."
“Fu Beichen.” Gu Xingnian suddenly spoke, interrupting him. Her voice was not loud, but it was firm enough.
"I'm full, thank you for dinner!"
She didn't want to hear his promises, nor did she want to give him any false hope.
After saying that, she stood up and prepared to leave.
Fu Beichen was faster. The moment she stood up, he also stood up, took a step forward, and grabbed her wrist again.
It's the same spot again.
Gu Xingnian tried to shake her hand off, but this time she couldn't.
She completely lost her patience, and her voice turned cold.
"Fu Beichen, what exactly do you want?"
She looked directly at him, her eyes revealing undisguised annoyance and resolute indifference.
Fu Beichen gripped her wrist tightly, his knuckles turning white.
He looked at her silently, his eyes churning with complex emotions—pain, resentment, and even a hint of…pleading.
After a long while, he finally spoke, his voice somewhat hoarse.
"Would you like to dance with me?"
Just one.
Gu Xingnian looked at him and suddenly smiled faintly. The smile was faint, but colder than ice.
"Fu Beichen, it's pointless now. Don't waste your energy on me. There's no going back!"
Every word was like a small knife, piercing Fu Beichen's heart.
Fu Beichen looked at her indifferent profile and felt a tightness in his chest.
He wouldn't let go. "Gu Xingnian, it's just a dance. What are you afraid of?"
The romantic dance music still lingered in the air.
Fu Beichen bent down slightly, his hand with distinct knuckles reaching out to Gu Xingnian.
His actions carried an air of absolute authority!
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