Chapter 68 A French kiss
Chapter 68 A French kiss
Wang Qi was downcast. Compared to Qin Wanshu, she indeed fell short. However, Wang Qi didn't think Qin Wanshu was suitable for Zuo Qinghuan. Not to mention their disparity in status, but moreover, they were both women. Zuo Qinghuan could live as a loner, but Qin Wanshu had a massive family behind her.
"She is different from us. A family as prominent as the Qin family would never allow a scandal to happen. Besides, as far as I know, she's already married…"
"This is our matter. You don't need to worry about it."
The disparity was clear the last time she went to the Qin family, but Zuo Qinghuan chose to ignore it.
"Heh, I'll just wait and see what kind of result you two can have."
Wang Qi sneered coldly, deciding to watch patiently for the outcome.
Zuo Qinghuan remained silent. As for the outcome, she hadn't thought about it yet. She could only take it one step at a time.
"Qin Wanshu, do you think we'll always be together?" Zuo Qinghuan asked Qin Wanshu uneasily.
"Everything depends on effort. Anything is possible, isn't it?" Qin Wanshu couldn't predict the future and simply held Zuo Qinghuan in her arms, soothing her.
in another location
Li Xin looked at the scenery outside, her fingers lightly tracing unknown symbols on the glass window. It was a habitual motion she performed before major surgeries.
Ever since her first time holding a scalpel, she had never been this solemn.
"Dr. Li, Madam Qian is here to see you."
A nurse knocked and informed Li Xin.
"Let her in."
Li Xin returned to her seat on the sofa chair.
"Would you like some coffee?" Yan Ruoshan handed over the coffee she'd bought to Li Xin.
"There's no need to try to win me over. Professionally, as a doctor, I would never joke about a patient's life. Personally, I have to cure him to get what I want. So, don't worry. For this surgery, I only allow success, not failure."
Li Xin took the coffee handed to her by Yan Ruoshan and gently turned it in her hand.
"Do your best and leave the rest to fate. I don't want you to put too much pressure on yourself. Even if it fails, I will still honor my promise."
Yan Ruoshan said seriously. She trusted Li Xin's character.
"So, does that mean I'll win no matter what?" Li Xin asked in a deliberately playful tone, genuinely surprised that Yan Ruoshan would say such things. Even if it was meant to ease her pressure, Yan Ruoshan had always been true to her word. Even if she truly failed, this woman would still keep her promise.
Yan Ruoshan nodded.
"Well then, you should reward me first."
Although Li Xin deeply wished for Qian Shaowen to disappear from Yan Ruoshan is life, she wanted Yan Ruoshan to willingly be with her. Therefore, the surgery couldn't fail. Since Yan Ruoshan would eventually belong to her, she saw no harm in borrowing some benefits in advance.
"Hmm?" Yan Ruoshan didn't understand what kind of reward Li Xin was asking for.
"A kiss."
Li Xin smiled alluringly and approached Yan Ruoshan, leaning in very close. Despite the time they'd spent together in the past, Yan Ruoshan had never initiated intimacy. Li Xin eagerly anticipated Yan Ruoshan making the first move.
Yan Ruoshan glanced at Li Xin's seductive lips and gave her a light, dragonfly-like kiss before immediately pulling away, feeling somewhat flustered.
"A French kiss."
Li Xin, dissatisfied, pressed further. It had to be a French kiss.
Yan Ruoshan looked at Li Xin's teasing yet slightly roguish face. She didn't like women with this type of appearance. Still, Li Xin seemed intent on not letting her go. After hesitating for a long time and thinking of Qian Shaowen, Yan Ruoshan steeled herself, closed her eyes, and slowly leaned in to touch Li Xin's lips.
The kiss was clumsy, yet it still easily ignited Li Xin's passion. Not satisfied with the current state, Li Xin quickly took the lead, kissing Yan Ruoshan back. Her nimble tongue danced with Yan Ruoshan is awkward one, inviting it to join her in a fervent rhythm. Her hands, without her noticing, encircled Yan Ruoshan is waist, exerting gentle pressure to bring Yan Ruoshan is body closer to hers. Softness pressed against softness, and her fingers seemed to have a will of their own, lightly stroking from her waist upwards.
In the past, Yan Ruoshan disliked kissing Li Xin, especially tongue kisses. Such heated moments were extremely rare. Yet, this time felt different. Her body felt warm, and there was an unusual sensation she couldn't quite place. Her always calm mind began to go blank.
Though Yan Ruoshan wasn't entirely enthusiastic, she didn't resist as she used to, which delighted Li Xin. Seizing the opportunity, she deepened her kiss, skillfully fanning the flames within Yan Ruoshan. Based on past experiences, she knew how to stir Yan Ruoshan is fire. Her fingers sneakily slipped into Yan Ruoshan is clothes, slowly climbing upwards…
Feeling Li Xin's wandering hand, Yan Ruoshan is brain regained some clarity. She stopped the inappropriate hand and ended the kiss.
These intimate actions, though familiar, felt different this time. What was different? Yan Ruoshan couldn't figure it out for the moment.
"If you have such thoughts, why not focus them on the surgery?"
After speaking, Yan Ruoshan left Li Xin's office. She really disliked Li Xin's impulsive and provocative nature. Being a conservative person, she wasn't fond of such bold behavior, nor of the reaction her body betrayed.
Li Xin knew Yan Ruoshan wasn't entirely indifferent. She understood her body well. However, Yan Ruoshan always had a way of pouring cold water over herself and others. She had even abandoned Li Xin mid-act in the past to handle work calls, leaving her desires unfulfilled. Li Xin didn't feel resentful about being left unsatisfied she simply thought it was unhealthy.
When Yan Ruoshan became her lover, the first rule would be no interruptions during intimacy.
Still, the fact that Yan Ruoshan initiated a kiss gave Li Xin hope. Could this mean the day she'd finally win Yan Ruoshan over was near? The thought filled Li Xin with anticipation.
This interruption had also helped relieve Li Xin's earlier tension.
"Ruoyu, I'm not having the surgery."
Although Qian Shaowen knew the surgery was his best option, whether he lived or died seemed like a simple choice. But if it failed, it would be unfair to Ruoyu.
The pressure on Yan Ruoshan was immense. The Qian family strongly opposed the surgery. They felt it was better to delay as long as possible rather than risk a surgery with such low odds of success. However, Yan Ruoshan ignored the family's objections and insisted. If it succeeded, fine; but if it failed, Yan Ruoshan would face severe criticism from the entire Qian family.
In the Qian family, Yan Ruoshan was practically a dictator, unpopular and surrounded by those waiting to see her fall.
"You promised me before. Why are you going back on your word now?" Yan Ruoshan frowned. She understood Qian Shaowen's concerns but knew he wanted the surgery deep down. So, no matter the pressure, she would endure it.
"I won't sign."
Qian Shaowen was firm. He couldn't be that selfish.
Yan Ruoshan frowned. Without the Qian family's consent and Shaowen's signature, the surgery couldn't proceed.
"No matter what, tomorrow's surgery will go on as planned."
Yan Ruoshan is stubbornness was unmatched.
"No doctor would dare proceed without the patient's consent."
Qian Shaowen didn't believe Li Xin would risk her career or legal trouble.
"She will cure you."
For some reason, Yan Ruoshan firmly believed this.
"I won't agree. I'll call the family and have them handle my discharge."
Yan Ruoshan took the phone from him, preventing him from making the call.
"You know once I decide, I won't easily change my mind."
Yan Ruoshan is resolve was evident. She understood Shaowen's feelings well.
"Li Xin, if he doesn't agree to sign but I still want the surgery done, would you do it?" Yan Ruoshan asked Li Xin.
Li Xin looked at Yan Ruoshan in surprise. Without Qian Shaowen's consent, proceeding with the surgery would mean risking her career and bringing trouble to both of them. The Qian family wasn't to be trifled with. While Li Xin might gamble her career, she didn't want Yan Ruoshan dragged into it.
"I'll bear all the consequences."
Yan Ruoshan said earnestly.
"You can't bear the consequences alone."
Li Xin wanted to pry open Yan Ruoshan is mind to figure out what she was thinking.
Yan Ruoshan fell silent. Regardless of the outcome, Li Xin would undoubtedly be affected. She couldn't selfishly drag Li Xin down.
"Fine, I'll take the gamble for you."
Li Xin could tell from Yan Ruoshan is expression that she'd find another way if Li Xin refused.
Yan Ruoshan stared at Li Xin in shock. She hadn't expected Li Xin to go this far for her.
"Why? You know how severe the consequences could be."
Yan Ruoshan asked, suddenly angry. She had treated Li Xin poorly in the past, and now this woman was acting so recklessly. Did she even have a brain?
"You know the consequences too, yet you still insist on doing this. I can't just leave you to handle it alone."
Li Xin replied, knowing exactly what kind of person she was. If this were ancient times, she'd probably be the same type as King You of Zhou.
Yan Ruoshan was speechless. She hadn't realized Li Xin could go this far for her.
In truth, Yan Ruoshan only wanted Qian Shaowen to understand that even without his signature, the surgery would proceed. Faced with her unchangeable determination, he would have no choice but to compromise. She hadn't intended to drag Li Xin into this, but Li Xin's response had completely caught her off guard.
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