The two almost went too far, but Chen Ningxi stopped midway, clearly disagreeing with premarital sex. Cheng Qiaobei respected her choice, though he drank a bit too much and ended up staying at her place that night.
Chen Ningxi stuffed a towel and bath towel into Cheng Qiaobei's arms, pointed at the guest room, and said,
"Take a shower and sleep in that room."
Cheng Qiaobei grabbed Chen Ningxi's wrist, "What if I'm scared to sleep alone?"
Chen Ningxi hit the nail on the head with a teasing smile, asking,
"Who did you sleep with before?"
"!"
The word "convinced" was written all over Cheng Qiaobei's face. He nodded, "I just love how tough you are."
It was said as a joke, but he genuinely admired her.
With Chen Ningxi, Cheng Qiaobei never saw fear in her. A woman who was rational, clear-headed, and with a clear bottom line, seemed invincible.