The next day, I wore a thick military coat that looked like a bear's, a fluffy hat, and pink gloves with clearly defined fingers.
My brother was also wearing a military overcoat and an old-fashioned hat. We came to the county town together to buy things for the New Year.
I strolled leisurely around, the rustic atmosphere like a spring breeze blowing in my face, and the vendors around me were shouting and hawking their goods.
Everywhere there were bright red couplets and the crackling sound of firecrackers, as if playing the music of the New Year.
People hurried along, as if driven by the cold north wind.
"Qianqian, do you want fireworks?"
"Yes!" I was overjoyed and nodded repeatedly.
The older brother then asked, "What kind of dumplings do you want?"
"Chives, eggs, and shrimp," I replied with a bright smile.
"I'll go over there to buy ingredients. You wait for me here! Don't wander off," the older brother repeatedly instructed.
"I know, I'm not a little kid anymore..." I leaned against the wall, quietly waiting for my brother to return.
Suddenly, I spotted Lin Zhibai in the distance. His tall and straight figure and his cold, exquisite features made him stand out in the crowd and were very eye-catching.
He looked around, as if searching for someone.
A sense of panic welled up inside me. Could he be here to see me and my brother?
I quickly pulled my scarf up and ran towards my brother.
I saw my brother buying prawns outside the market.
He ran over.
The older brother said with concern.
"What's wrong with you? Why aren't you waiting for me here? It's crowded here, don't get jostled!"
"Brother, I saw Qin Shisheng's subordinates. Let's go, we won't buy anything."
I held my brother's hand.
Even though I was wearing gloves, my hands were still a little cold.
"Okay!" My brother patted my head.
Then she took my hand, and we took a car back.
Lin Zhibai looked in this direction and saw two figures wearing military overcoats. Looking at their tightly wrapped backs, he couldn't make out anything.
I went back to my place.
I sat on the bed, trembling slightly with fear.
My brother supported me and comforted me, saying, "Qianqian, don't be afraid, they won't find us! I'll protect you!"
I made up an excuse. "I'm fine, I just got a bit cold!"
"That's good! Brother, cover me with the blanket and turn on the electric blanket!"
"What do you want to eat? I'll make it for you!"
"Brother, I love everything you make!"
"good!"
He reached out and patted my head, then got up to cook.
I thought my peaceful days with my brother would continue like this, but they were shattered in the end.
A quiet afternoon,
A luxury jeep was parked in front of the house.
Jin Buwei was wearing a light gray suit with a long black down jacket over it. He was followed by two subordinates carrying a pile of expensive gifts as he walked in.
I was feeding the puppies in the yard when I spotted him and instinctively bit my lip.
His body swayed slightly.
"How did you end up here?"
A smile graced his handsome face.
"You little liar, this place is really hard to find!"
"Why did you use me and then run away?"
The older brother came out. "Qianqian, who's here?"
Seeing that Jin Buwei was also clearly taken aback, he walked in front and shielded me behind him.
"Mr. Jin, don't scare my sister!"
He stared at me intently.
"I don't want to scare her, I just miss her terribly. Would you like to talk to me?"
I felt very uncomfortable listening to his words.
I said nonchalantly, "Let's chat!"
"Aren't you going to invite me in for a seat?"
"It's too small inside..."
He walked right past us and went straight in.
I turned to look at Yao Nan and patted him on the shoulder. "Brother, I'll talk to him."
He helped us before, he wouldn't harm us. Go check on the vegetables, make sure they don't burn. I'm fine!
The older brother saw the gift he brought and, being clearly friendly, did not try to force Qianqian to leave.
"Okay, call me if you need anything!"
I nodded and followed Jin Buwei inside.
I saw him sit directly on my small bed.
With a smile in his eyes, he began to take off his down jacket, gesturing to his subordinates to put the gifts down.
The two subordinates left after putting down the gifts.
I asked cautiously, "What exactly do you want?"
He looked up at me, leaned forward, and slowly said, "Is this how you talk to me?"
"You are ungrateful, you used me and then abandoned me, you liar who deceived my feelings!"
I explained in a very low voice.
"I...I had no other choice at the time..."
Then, realizing what had happened, she asked, "How did you find this place?"
He spoke gently, "I've been keeping an eye on your brother! I saved him, so it's not unreasonable for me to have people following him!"
I asked, puzzled. "So you knew we were living here all along?"
"Yes! But I was away on a business trip for the past few days. I just got back and came to see you right away!"
As he spoke, he stretched out his arms as if to hug me.
I took a few steps back to create some distance between myself and him.
His eyes darkened for a second, then quickly returned to normal.
"Are you being too formal?"
"I... I'm very grateful that you saved my brother, but I don't want to have any entanglement with you or Qin Shisheng."
I spoke softly and truthfully.
"Little liar, you stole my first kiss and my feelings, and you think a simple 'thank you' is enough?" he said with a hint of mockery.
I sincerely apologized. "I'm sorry..."
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