We returned to the five-star hotel.
I asked the staff to buy me progesterone from the pharmacy. As a medical student, I know that taking it will bring my period back soon.
I loathe him terribly now, and I'll avoid him for five to seven days before making a move.
I dragged my exhausted body into the bathroom, quickly washed away the sweat and fatigue, and felt the momentary relaxation brought by the hot water flowing over my skin.
After taking a shower, I lay down on the soft bed and soon fell into a deep sleep.
Night fell quietly, and as I had expected, Qin Shisheng did not return all night.
I slowly woke up as the first rays of morning sunlight streamed into the room through the gaps in the curtains.
I got up and went to the hotel balcony, wanting to breathe some fresh air and relieve my inner turmoil.
However, as soon as I opened the balcony window and turned my head to the left, the scene in front of me made me freeze instantly—I saw Zhou Li and Qin Shisheng embracing each other tightly, with Zhou Li snuggling in his arms.
Their balcony was so close to mine; I imagine they were right next door to me last night.
At this moment, Qin Shisheng seemed to notice my gaze and slowly turned his head to look at me.
A flicker of surprise crossed his eyes, but he quickly regained his composure, then released his grip on Zhou Li and opened his mouth as if to say something to me.
But I didn't want to hear a word he said, so I pretended not to see him, turned around without hesitation, slammed the balcony door shut, and drew the curtains.
Seeing that I ignored him, Qin Shisheng clenched his fists in anger and shouted behind him, "Jiang Zhou!"
Jiang Zhou, who was waiting at the door, immediately walked in.
"I've really spoiled this woman; she has such a bad temper! Let her go back to Shengcheng by herself!"
Standing to the side, Jiang Zhou quickly and respectfully replied, "Yes, President Qin!"
But before she could finish speaking, Qin Shisheng hesitated and changed her mind, calling out, "Wait! Let Lin Zhibai take her back!"
"Yes!" Jiang Zhou replied again.
At this moment, Zhou Li quickly stepped forward, gently took Qin Shisheng's arm, and comforted him in a soft voice, "Brother Qin, don't get angry over such a small thing. It's not worth ruining your health!"
Qin Shisheng frowned slightly, took a deep look at the closed balcony door, then reached out his right hand and gently touched Zhou Li's hair, whispering, "Mmm..."
He was thinking, "I'll leave you hanging for a few days, waiting for you to come to me. Anyway, your brother is still in my hands."
Just as I was lost in my thoughts, the silence inside the house was suddenly broken by a knock on the door.
I was slightly startled, and then I heard Jiang Zhou's familiar voice from outside the door: "Miss, President Qin has other arrangements and instructed you to leave first with President Lin's car."
Upon hearing this news, an overwhelming sense of joy welled up inside me, and I almost burst out laughing on the spot.
But I managed to control my emotions and simply lowered my head and nodded slightly to indicate that I understood.
Then, she gently closed the door.
Back in my room, I quickly opened the wardrobe, took out the snow-white dress that I had prepared in advance, and put on my trench coat.
After I finished tidying everything up, I stood in front of the mirror and looked at myself. I felt refreshed and comfortable.
I took a deep breath to calm my excited emotions, then pushed open the door and went out.
As soon as I stepped outside, I saw Lin Zhibai, with his tall and handsome figure, waiting quietly at the door.
A fleeting, almost imperceptible look of amazement crossed his cold eyes the moment he saw me, but he quickly regained his composure.
I smiled slightly at him and said softly, "Let's go!"
He nodded upon hearing this and silently followed behind me.
A short while later, we arrived at his Range Rover.
He gentlemanly opened the car door for me, and only after I got inside did he close the door and walk around to the other side to sit in the driver's seat.
The car drove smoothly on the road, and I broke the silence first: "This is my first time in Fengcheng. I've heard that the jade here is famous for its quality."
"Would you mind accompanying me to the jade market? I'd like to pick out a special gift for my brother." I said, looking at him expectantly.
I saw him turn his head slightly to look at me, a faint smile playing on his lips, and he replied, "Okay!"
This time, his tone was no longer as cold as before, but rather more gentle.
Before long, we arrived at the largest jade trading market in Fengcheng.
Stepping into the market, one is overwhelmed by the dazzling array of jade products.
I first carefully selected a crystal-clear, emerald-green jade bracelet, intending to give it to Sister Ye.
This is to thank Sister Ye for taking care of me all this time.
Thinking of the ancient saying, "Men wear Guanyin pendants and women wear Buddha pendants," I started looking for a suitable jade pendant for my brother.
After looking at other jade Guanyin necklaces and pendants, I slowly selected two to buy for my brother to ensure his safety. After a while, I chose two that I thought were very beautiful.
I subconsciously turned around and my gaze fell on Lin Zhibai behind me.
He stood there quietly, his posture as upright as a pine tree, the sunlight shining on his profile, outlining a soft contour.
I turned to the shop owner and said generously, "Boss, I'll take this jade bracelet and those two Guanyin necklaces! Please pack them nicely for me, I plan to give them as gifts!"
Upon hearing this, the boss's face immediately broke into a bright smile.
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