The two of them went to the second floor, and Tan Zhengchu suddenly grabbed Su Yingxue's waist and pushed her to the railing.
Su Yingxue was startled and screamed: "Ah! What are you doing?"
"I...I'm afraid of heights!"
Tan Zhengchu hugged her from behind and said gently, "Don't be afraid, I'm here."
"I will never let go of your hand."
Su Yingxue's heartbeat quickened, and as she felt his warm embrace, the fear in her heart gradually dissipated.
She stared blankly at Tan Zhengchu's profile, her eyes unconsciously falling on his lips.
Tan Zhengchu noticed her gaze and smiled: "Why? You want to kiss me?"
Su Yingxue's face instantly turned red, and she stammered back, "Who...who wants to kiss you!"
Tan Zhengchu didn't give her a chance to refute and bent his head to kiss her.
His kiss was gentle and affectionate. Su Yingxue gradually became immersed in it and her hands unconsciously wrapped around his neck.
After a long time, Tan Zhengchu finally let her go and said softly, "Don't hold it back in the future. Kiss me whenever you want."
Su Yingxue's face turned even redder, and she whispered, "I didn't want to kiss you..."
Tan Zhengchu smiled, lowered his head and kissed her again: "It's okay, I just want it."
Su Yingxue was embarrassed and annoyed by his teasing, and reached out to grab his face: "Tan Zhengchu, you are really becoming more and more domineering!"
"But this time you finally didn't guess my thoughts."
Tan Zhengchu raised his eyebrows: "Oh? Then tell me, what were you thinking about just now?"
Su Yingxue raised her chin proudly: "I won't tell you!"
However, Tan Zhengchu did not give her the chance to be proud and kissed her again.
His kiss was possessive and yet full of affection.
Su Yingxue was dizzy from his kiss, but her heart was filled with sweetness.
She gently pushed him away, her little face flushed as she looked at the blue sky and sea with a charming smile.
"Today's adventure really makes my heart beat faster!"
Tan Zhengchu hugged her from behind and whispered, "As long as you are happy, I will make your heart beat faster every day in the future."
Su Yingxue leaned in his arms, her heart full of happiness.
She knew that no matter how many challenges the future held, she would be able to face them bravely as long as he was by her side.
The sea breeze blows gently, bringing with it a salty taste.
The two figures snuggled together in the sun, as if they were the only two people left in the world.
Su Yingxue and Tan Zhengchu spent a wonderful morning on the cruise ship.
At lunch, the cruise ship chef prepared a sumptuous seafood dinner for the two.
Su Yingxue took a bite and her eyes lit up immediately: "This lobster is so delicious!"
"And this fish is so tender!"
Tan Zhengchu looked at her satisfied expression, his eyes full of pampering: "If you like it, eat more."
"Today is specially prepared for you."
Su Yingxue smiled and nodded, feeling happy: "Thank you, Zhengchu."
“I’m really happy today.”
After lunch, the two continued to enjoy the sea view on the deck.
The sun shines on the sparkling sea, and the sea breeze blows gently, bringing a hint of coolness.
Su Yingxue leaned on Tan Zhengchu's shoulder and whispered, "It would be great if it could always be like this."
Tan Zhengchu held her hand and said gently, "As long as you want, we can come out often."
"I will take you to more places in the future."
Su Yingxue looked up at him, her eyes full of happiness: "Then it's a deal, don't regret it."
Time passes quietly and the sun sets.
The two finally returned to the manor.
The manor was quiet and beautiful at night, with twinkling stars, as if putting a perfect end to their romantic day.
Su Yingxue held Tan Zhengchu's arm, a smile on her face: "Today is really great."
"Going out to sea to fish and picking pearls for me, every moment makes me feel happy."
Tan Zhengchu looked down at her, his eyes full of tenderness: "As long as you are happy, I will be satisfied."
He thought silently in his heart: "It would be great if this kind of life could last forever."
However, when they approached the manor, they found that the house was brightly lit and there were figures moving around.
Su Yingxue's heart suddenly tightened, and she asked nervously, "Zhengchu, why is there someone at home?"
"Could something have happened?"
Tan Zhengchu frowned, but his tone remained calm: "Don't worry, maybe his trusted men are waiting for us."
"I'll go check it out first, you wait here for me."
Su Yingxue held his hand tightly and said, "No, I'll go with you."
The two men walked into the manor and ran into the third brother who was walking hurriedly.
When the third brother saw them, his tense expression relaxed a little: "Mr. Tan, Miss Su, you are finally back."
Tan Zhengchu noticed the third brother's nervousness and felt a little uneasy: "What happened?"
The third brother took a deep breath and said in a heavy tone: "Grandpa Su... passed away this morning."
"What?" The water cup in Su Yingxue's hand fell and shattered.
Her face turned pale instantly, her eyes full of disbelief: "Impossible... How could Grandpa..."
"He's obviously fine..."
Tan Zhengchu was also shocked by the news.
He held Su Yingxue's shoulders and said anxiously, "Third brother, are you sure?"
"I just met Mr. Su a few days ago, and he seemed to be in good spirits."
The third brother nodded, his expression solemn: "The news has been confirmed."
"The Su family has already issued an obituary. Mr. Su died of a sudden heart attack this morning."
Su Yingxue's tears suddenly welled up.
She shook her head, her voice trembling: "No...Grandpa won't abandon me..."
"He promised to watch me get married and see me happy..."
Tan Zhengchu held her in his arms and comforted her softly, "Yingxue, don't be afraid, I'm here."
"We'll go back right away. I'll stay with you."
Su Yingxue grabbed his clothes tightly, tears streaming down her face: "Zhengchu, what should I do?"
"Grandpa is gone... I will never see him again..."
Tan Zhengchu patted her back gently and said firmly: "I will be with you, and we will face it together."
"Now, let's go back, okay?"
Su Yingxue leaned in his arms and nodded, but her tears continued to flow.
Her heart was filled with grief and powerlessness, as if the whole world was collapsing at this moment.
Tan Zhengchu held her hand tightly and swore in his heart: "Yingxue, no matter what happens, I will be by your side."
"I won't let you face this alone."
The night is dark and the stars are dim.
The lights of the manor shone on the two people, lengthening their shadows.
Su Yingxue's crying gradually subsided, but her heart was still filled with pain and confusion.
When Su Yingxue heard the news of Grandpa Su's death, she instantly broke down and couldn't stop crying.
Tan Zhengchu hugged her tightly and comforted her softly: "Let's go back now and take a last look at grandpa."
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