Amidst cheers from everyone, Xiao Yuan stood up and decisively kissed Bai Qingzhi on the lips.
"Zhizhi, you look so beautiful in your wedding dress." Xiao Yuan's voice was soft, almost whispering in Bai Qingzhi's ear.
His voice was already deep, and Bai Qingzhi felt her heart melt when she heard it.
Many people at the scene were recording with their phones, but the two didn't stop them and just smiled at each other.
"Gentlemen, the hotel has prepared red wine and a candlelight dinner for you. Please come over shortly," a staff member greeted them warmly.
Bai Qingzhi went to her room to change her clothes first, and Xiao Yuan then realized that she was actually living next to him.
In an instant, he understood everything. It was probably because Zhizhi wanted to surprise him that she kept it a secret.
"Zhizhi, I really like this gift." Xiao Yuan hugged Bai Qingzhi's waist and said earnestly.
From the initial unrequited love to the mutual affection between the two, Xiao Yuan never imagined that such a day would come.
"Zhizhi, your words are making it harder and harder for me to let you go. If one day you want to leave me for another man, I can't guarantee I won't do something about it." Xiao Yuan smiled bitterly.
The more this happened, the more unreal he felt, and the more afraid he became that one day Zhizhi would stop liking him.
Bai Qingzhi had always known that Xiao Yuan lacked a sense of security in this relationship. The thought that such a proud and dazzling person had become so cautious because of her made Bai Qingzhi feel a mix of emotions.
"Then don't let go, okay?" Bai Qingzhi turned around and hugged his waist, looking up at him earnestly.
Xiao Yuan felt a sudden stinging sensation in his eyes and a warm feeling in his heart.
Xiao Yuan hugged Bai Qingzhi even tighter, closed his eyes, and after a long while, choked out:
"Okay, I will never let go of your hand."
In the hotel restaurant, the two sat facing each other, their wine glasses reflecting a rainbow of colors under the candlelight.
"I had everything planned out for today, but you beat me to it in the end," Bai Qingzhi pouted and said softly.
She originally intended to surprise him by proposing herself, but she never expected that Xiao Yuan would end up kneeling down instead.
"Zhizhi, you can always be high and mighty in my eyes. As for kneeling down to propose, I'll take care of that."
After speaking, seemingly sensing Bai Qingzhi's dissatisfaction with his plan, he smiled, placed some food in her bowl, put down his chopsticks, and continued earnestly:
"Zhizhi, I am already so happy today. Even if you proposed to me, I would treat you like honey, let alone poison."
Bai Qingzhi's lips pursed involuntarily upon hearing this, and Xiao Yuan also felt a pang of bitterness.
Reaching out, he grabbed Bai Qingzhi's hand and pulled her along. The two stopped talking, but their eyes, which occasionally met, revealed their mutual affection.
It was already past midnight when they got back to their room, but neither of them felt sleepy at all.
Xiao Yuan didn't even go back to his own room, but squeezed next to Bai Qingzhi and turned on the air conditioner to lower the temperature.
Then, he skillfully wrapped Bai Qingzhi up like a silkworm, kissed her forehead, closed his eyes, and forced himself to fall asleep.
Bai Qingzhi was a little excited that night and talked from time to time. Her charming voice made Xiao Yuan even more restless.
"Brother Yuan, do you know..."
"Childish!" Xiao Yuan's tone became slightly more serious before he opened his eyes.
The two looked at each other, less than ten centimeters apart.
Xiao Yuan pecked Bai Qingzhi's lips, then spoke in a low voice:
"Zhizhi, if you don't go to sleep soon, I can't guarantee what I might do."
As soon as she finished speaking, Bai Qingzhi froze, then her face turned bright red.
Awkwardly turning around, forcing herself to close her eyes, Bai Qingzhi's body stiffened and remained motionless.
Xiao Yuan pressed harder. What to do? He liked Zhizhi even more now.
Bai Qingzhi didn't know how long it took before she finally drifted off to sleep. In her dream, Xiao Yuan's eyes were red as he told her he loved her.
Xiao Yuan also dreamed all night, but when he opened his eyes, he felt even more tired.
Looking at the two rosy cheeks of the sleeping child, he gave them a gentle kiss, then quietly got out of bed and went to the bathroom.
When Bai Qingzhi woke up, Xiao Yuan had already prepared breakfast.
“I know you don’t like the food here, try this.” Xiao Yuan said gently, pulling Bai Qingzhi to the dining table.
Bai Qingzhi's nose was filled with the aroma of food, and looking at the exquisite crystal buns, a thought suddenly came to mind.
Holding Xiao Yuan's arm, Bai Qingzhi's eyes shone brightly.
"Brother Yuan, teach me how to make this, and I'll make it for you too, okay?"
As soon as he finished speaking, Xiao Yuan paused, looked at the crystal bag, then at Bai Qingzhi, his mind racing.
After a few seconds, Xiao Yuan finally came up with an excuse, smiled and turned to meet Bai Qingzhi's big eyes.
It was exceptionally clear, without any impurities.
"Zhizhi, this is very complicated to make, and it's very hot. You might get hurt if you're not careful." After saying that, he grabbed Bai Qingzhi's hand.
"If you get hurt, I'll be heartbroken." Xiao Yuan's eyes were serious as he said this.
Bai Qingzhi felt a sweet warmth in her heart, but when she looked down, she saw the blisters on Xiao Yuan's hand.
It's obviously from being scalded.
"Did you make this while cooking?" Bai Qingzhi asked, frowning.
After saying that, she took his hand and led him to the first-aid kit, took out a cotton swab and carefully lit it to disinfect his wound.
"How could you be so careless? That must have hurt so much! Don't do it again. We can eat out, or we can eat it when we get back to China!" Bai Qingzhi's voice was soft, and her movements were exceptionally gentle.
Xiao Yuan didn't feel much pain. After all, someone who could withstand even knife wounds couldn't possibly not be able to handle a little burn.
But seeing Bai Qingzhi's anxious, angry, and distressed expression, Xiao Yuan felt deeply moved.
That's his naivety, kindness, and gentleness.
"But I like cooking for you." Xiao Yuan looked at his hands, which had been cleaned, and then took Bai Qingzhi's hand in his, speaking affectionately.
Bai Qingzhi glared at him, but Xiao Yuan smiled and didn't say anything. He then pulled Bai Qingzhi back to the dining table.
"The steamed buns have gotten cold, Zhizhi, have a taste." Xiao Yuan looked at Bai Qingzhi expectantly.
Now that Zhizhi had given up the idea of making him xiaolongbao, Xiao Yuan felt a sense of relief, as if he had lived for another six months.
With Zhizhi here, Xiao Yuan had no mind to continue handling official business.
It's a bit of a shame that he canceled the trip we planned for the two of us a few days ago.
"Brother Yuan, let's go play later," Bai Qingzhi suggested, her eyes sparkling.
Xiao Yuan naturally wouldn't refuse. After telling his assistant to leave everything to him, he put on a tracksuit and took Bai Qingzhi out the door.
He originally intended to follow the planned route, but Bai Qingzhi insisted on doing exactly what she said before leaving.
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