A small mountain village.
Zhou Changling only learned of Bai Lingxi's being taken away after nearly five or six days had passed since that day.
During this period, Zhou Jin would spend all his free time with Bai Lingxi, doing nothing but watching her with deep and focused gaze, which made Bai Lingxi's ears turn red several times.
This time, Bai Lingxi saw that the outside world was covered in silver and the whole courtyard was covered in snow. She was so excited that she wanted to build a snowman. She didn't care that her little hands would get red from the cold. She was extremely excited.
Seeing that she had played enough and had a good time, Zhou Jin went up to her, took her little hand which was red from the cold, and led her into the house: "Alright, look how cold you are."
Bai Lingxi protested, struggling to shake him off: "No, I haven't had enough fun yet!"
Bai Lingxi wore a red jacket with a front opening, and the large hibiscus flowers made her look even more lively. The white fur trim on the collar and cuffs added a touch of cuteness to her. Her big almond-shaped eyes flashed with a hint of defiance, which made people's hearts soften.
Zhou Jin took the person away without saying a word. If they stayed in the cold any longer, their little bodies would not be able to take it. They had just been seriously ill a couple of days ago and had not yet fully recovered from their cold.
Zhou Jin wrapped her in a red cloak, and Bai Lingxi immediately felt warm and calmed down, no longer struggling.
Seeing Bai Lingxi obediently holding the hot tea and drinking it, Zhou Jin's eyes flashed with a smile. Without overstepping his bounds, he led her to a chair and let go of her hand, only watching from a distance.
Bai Lingxi sipped the sweet tea slowly, finding it sweet and soothing. After just one sip, her eyes widened in surprise: "Is this rock sugar pear tea?"
“Yes, your throat is still not better, and you like sweets, so I cooked this for you. Do you like it?” Zhou Jin said softly and unhurriedly, only his slightly trembling fingers betrayed his unsettled heart.
Zhou Jin was overjoyed because it had been so long since the two of them had been able to get together so peacefully. A couple of days ago, Bai Lingxi had been sulking and refusing to speak to him, and then she caught a cold, which terrified him.
At that time, Bai Lingxi was too resistant to him. Just being with him would make her look at him with disgust, causing him to flee every time.
Last time, if he hadn't been worried and wanted to sneak a peek under the cover of night, he wouldn't have known that Xi'er had a fever. He still feels lingering fear when he thinks about it now.
Zhou Jin took care of Bai Lingxi day and night, and finally won her over. At least she no longer rejected him like before, which was enough to make Zhou Jin happy. They still had a long way to go!
Just like now, a gentle warmth surrounds the two of them, and the atmosphere is very harmonious.
Seeing that Bai Lingxi had put down her teacup, Zhou Jin took the initiative to say to her, "Would you like some more? There's still a pot of tea warming up on the stove."
Bai Lingxi licked her lips, like a greedy cat, squinting her eyes in enjoyment. With her fluffy hair accessories, she looked cute and charming, and Zhou Jin couldn't help but feel a little itchy to touch her.
After hearing Zhou Jin's words, Bai Lingxi couldn't help but nod: "Mm."
As if afraid Zhou Jin wouldn't see her nod, she quickly added, "Yes."
Zhou Jin chuckled, nodded, then stood up, indicating to Bai Lingxi that she understood.
Zhou Jin's smile carried a hint of doting, making Bai Lingxi blush slightly. The blush on Bai Lingxi's face only faded when he returned.
"Xi'er, here you go."
"Thank you."
Such an awkward conversation made Zhou Jin's eyes show a hint of disappointment, but he quickly comforted himself, thinking that Xi'er just didn't remember him now, and that she would remember him soon.
Or rather, if the two of them rekindle their relationship, he believes he can win back Bai Lingxi's affection.
In winter, the sunlight is always fleeting, and the sky gradually darkens.
The setting sun cast a red glow on the snow-capped mountains. Bai Lingxi gazed into the distance from the window, lost in thought.
A knock sounded at the door, but no one answered. Zhou Jin pushed the door open and came in. Bai Lingxi turned around and smiled, her smile as beautiful as wildflowers in full bloom.
At this moment, flowers bloomed simultaneously in Zhou Jin's heart. The once parched place in her heart was nourished, and tiny flowers bloomed anew.
"You, you didn't get my permission, how did you get in?" Bai Lingxi stammered, a subconscious reaction when people are nervous.
But if you don't care about someone, how could you be nervous because of them?
Bai Lingxi probably didn't even realize that her feelings for this person developed without her knowledge.
Zhou Jin keenly sensed this. At first, he thought Bai Lingxi didn't like him and didn't want to see him at all, but now it seems that Xi'er doesn't want her heart to waver again.
Zhou Jin knew this was a good opportunity. His handsome face relaxed, and his upright posture was more vigorous than usual, like a peacock spreading its tail feathers, exuding its own charm.
"I came to see you. You're not fully recovered yet. How can you stand by the window in the cold wind, dressed so lightly?"
Zhou Jin was afraid that her coldness would affect Bai Lingxi, so she stood at the door for a while and did not rush to approach her.
The charcoal brazier crackled and popped as it burned, and the fine golden charcoal made the room warm as spring. Zhou Jin felt the chill dissipate, so she approached Bai Lingxi.
His approach gave Bai Lingxi a great sense of pressure. Although he had the image of a gentle and refined gentleman, Bai Lingxi always felt that the other person was hiding a warm soul beneath his skin.
"You, I'm fine, don't come any closer." Bai Lingxi retreated step by step, getting closer and closer to the window, looking pitiful, like a little prey with nowhere to run, under the hunter's pressure, with nowhere to hide.
However, the hunter was not in a hurry to enjoy his prey. He wanted to keep it in captivity, making it his own, and it could only belong to him wholeheartedly.
Zhou Jin noticed Bai Lingxi's timidity and fear: "Okay, I won't come over. You shouldn't stay by the window either; it's cold over there."
Bai Lingxi knew that the other party had made a concession, so she nodded to indicate that she understood. She moved her small body over little by little and sat down in front of the charcoal brazier to warm herself by the fire.
Zhou Jin stood in the same spot, talking to her in a gentle yet firm voice, just like him: "You haven't taken your medicine yet, have you? I've had someone prepare some, and I'll bring it to you in a bit."
Zhou Jin was right to bring this up. Bai Lingxi, as expected, couldn't keep her distance from him anymore and frowned, saying, "I'm all better now. Can I stop taking the medicine? It's so bitter."
Hearing the familiar complaints, Zhou Jin felt a pang of sadness. Yes, Xi'er was most afraid of bitterness. People's feelings for each other never change, so she would definitely fall in love with him again.
Zhou Jin felt a little brighter, dispelling the gloom from before. He thought that as long as he did enough and did it well enough, Xi'er would definitely forget that rebellious son!
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