But she was afraid.
With her mother's living example right there, she didn't want to follow in her mother's footsteps.
Ji Huaishen's feelings for her might just be a fleeting infatuation, not some deep affection.
Mu Xiaocheng bit her lower lip, and in the end, she retreated back into her shell.
Ji Huaishen noticed that she seemed to be frightened by him.
His hands, hanging down by his sides, were clenched into fists.
He originally thought he could hold out for a while longer before he spoke.
Who knew he would be so spineless.
Whenever he saw her, he tried his best to control himself from touching her or getting close to her.
But today, he really lost control.
He overestimated his willpower.
In her presence, his willpower was practically nonexistent.
After a long silence, Ji Huaishen chuckled softly, as if mocking himself, his expression somber.
"Mu Xiaocheng".
He suddenly called her name, and Mu Xiaocheng subconsciously looked up, only to unexpectedly meet his gaze.
Seeing her so naturally adorable appearance, Ji Huaishen's eyes flickered, and his tone became more determined.
"I like you."
I like you more than anyone else. I like you more than anything.
After saying that, he didn't care about Mu Xiaocheng's reaction, picked up the iodine, and pulled down her trouser leg to clean her wound.
His expression darkened, unlike before when he always smiled gently at her.
Mu Xiaocheng stood there, stunned, her heart filled with mixed feelings.
She didn't know how to respond to Ji Huaishen.
Looking at the man applying medicine to her, Mu Xiaocheng pursed her lips, feeling very conflicted.
His movements were gentle and careful, as if he were handling a rare treasure, as he cleaned the wound and applied medicine.
He didn't look at her again from beginning to end.
His brows furrowed slightly, and he looked as if he was angry.
Or perhaps, they were truly heartbroken.
For her, rejecting confessions of love had become commonplace.
But when facing Ji Huaishen, especially Ji Huaishen in his current state.
Mu Xiaocheng moved her lips, but she couldn't bring herself to say no.
Ji Huaishen is a very powerful man.
She wasn't stupid; she knew that this man was definitely not like this when facing outsiders.
He was cold and ruthless, even cruel and vicious.
But for her...
Mu Xiaocheng couldn't help but focus her gaze on Ji Huaishen's handsome face.
With a man who treats her so well, she has no reason not to be moved.
However, she ultimately didn't dare.
The room was very quiet, so quiet that it made Mu Xiaocheng very uncomfortable.
Ji Huaishen quickly bandaged her wound.
He then tidied up the medical kit and put it aside.
His legs went numb from squatting for so long that he had to stand up with some difficulty.
He stumbled as he stood up, looking somewhat disheveled.
Mu Xiaocheng witnessed this entire scene.
Such a noble and elegant person, in front of her, actually looked so disheveled.
Ji Huaishen finally looked at her again, his expression sad and his face full of disappointment.
"Don't get the wound wet, and get plenty of rest."
"I'm leaving now."
His voice was hoarse, and his tone conveyed a deep sense of loss and grievance.
His eyes were dull and lifeless; it was heartbreaking to see.
At this moment, the man who was always radiant with light had long since disappeared.
Just as he awkwardly turned around because his leg was numb.
Mu Xiaocheng suddenly spoke up: "Ji Huaishen."
Ji Huaishen paused, turned his head, and looked at the person on the bed.
Those dark eyes were filled with anticipation.
Mu Xiaocheng felt a little embarrassed by his gaze and turned her face away.
He said expressionlessly, "I've never been in a relationship. I admit I have feelings for you, but I wouldn't say I like you."
"We...can give it a try."
"But I can't guarantee I'll fall in love with you..."
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