Shui Miao handed the little potato to security guard Xiao Liu, asking him to take the child around to see the sights and broaden his horizons instead of focusing solely on cultivation all day. Then, he helped Lin Qing’er carry her luggage before getting into the car and sitting together in the back seat.
Wang Xiaomi was driving, and she was extremely skilled behind the wheel. As a former reconnaissance soldier, her many strengths were evident in every aspect.
Shui Miao glanced at Lin Qing’er beside him. Her expression was calm, betraying neither sorrow nor joy, and it was impossible to discern from her face that anything serious had happened in her family. After a while, Shui Miao noticed that Lin Qing’er’s eyes remained fixed on the same spot, lost in a daze, her lips even slightly curled into a faint, sweet smile.
Observing her expressions carefully, Shui Miao’s heart trembled. Suddenly, he thought: Lin Qing’er had handed over full control of the hotel to him, even allowing him to use its funds. Could it be that she intended to find her ex-boyfriend’s soul? If that were the case, the consequences would be unpredictable!
Shui Miao knew that Lin Qing’er hated her parents.
He also knew that Lin Qing’er had always wanted to see her ex-boyfriend’s soul.
Moreover, that night at Lingyin Temple, she had asked the Taoist priest several questions about souls.
After a pause, Shui Miao suddenly broke the silence, “Lin Jie, you’re lying to me.”
“What?”
Lin Qing’er was taken aback and turned her head.
Shui Miao looked directly into her eyes, “This time, you’re going back not because of any family matter, but because you want to see him again.”
“…”
Lin Qing’er fell silent, staring at Shui Miao with surprise, as if wondering how he had seen through her thoughts.
“Lin Jie!”
Sensing that Lin Qing’er might even be contemplating suicide, Shui Miao suddenly grabbed her hand, “Please, don’t be so reckless anymore. There are still many people in this world who are worth your love and care. I don’t want your hotel—I just want you, my sister, to stay alive and well. Do you understand me?”
“Xiao Shui…”
Lin Qing’er furrowed her brows, her eyes becoming moist. No one had cared for her like this in years.
Not giving Lin Qing’er a chance to speak, Shui Miao turned to Wang Xiaomi, “Xiao Mi, you’ve been at the hotel for two days now. As a soldier, tell Lin Jie honestly how we feel about her. Tell her how important she is to us.”
“She’s extremely important! Lin Jie is kind-hearted, principled, insightful, and courageous. She has high moral standards, doesn’t have a deceitful bone in her body, runs her hotel with real talent, uses honest ingredients in her restaurant, and won’t tolerate deceit. She’s the most incredible woman I’ve ever met in my life—even our previous superiors don’t compare to her. In my heart, she’s not just a great older sister, she’s the greatest older sister ever!”
Wang Xiaomi finished with such conviction that she herself began to cry.
The reason for Wang Xiaomi’s tears was simple: when she was at her lowest point, Lin Qing’er had helped her, giving her a job where she could express herself without humiliation. In daily life, Lin Qing’er’s care for her was also genuine. The most crucial reason, however, was that from Shui Miao’s words, Wang Xiaomi realized Lin Qing’er might be considering taking her own life!
“Waaah…”
Suddenly, Lin Qing’er couldn’t help but cry, deeply moved by the words of Shui Miao and Wang Xiaomi.
Indeed, Lin Qing’er had considered suicide. She had even contacted a lawyer to transfer her assets to Shui Miao!
But after hearing these words, she was overwhelmed with emotion and burst into tears.
Never had he imagined Lin Qing’er would actually contemplate suicide. Shui Miao was deeply shaken, his heart in turmoil, desperately thinking of ways to change her mind. After much thought, he could only think of one solution: love. Emotional wounds must be healed with love.
With this thought, Shui Miao gently put his arm around Lin Qing’er’s shoulder and whispered in her ear, “Qing’er, may I love you?”
“…”
Hearing this, Lin Qing’er was completely stunned.
Shui Miao took a deep breath, looked into her eyes, and said solemnly, “Qing’er, I like you. May I love you?”
At first, Lin Qing’er thought she had misheard, but now she understood clearly.
Her heart went blank, unsure how to respond.
Seeing no reaction from Lin Qing’er, Shui Miao, driven by impulse, suddenly kissed her on the lips, then turned around, opened the car window, and shouted loudly outside, “Lin Qing’er, I’m Shui Miao, and I really, really love you! No matter what happened in your past, today I’ve found the courage to say it. Please tell me, can you let me love you? Can I enter your world?”
His voice was deep and powerful, clearly audible to everyone within a three-hundred-meter radius.
Such a wild act was something even Shui Miao himself could hardly believe he had done.
Turning back, Shui Miao faced Lin Qing’er again, “Lin Jie, I’m sincere. I just never dared to say it before. Now that I’ve said it, will you accept me?”
“Xiao Shui, thank you…”
Lin Qing’er wasn’t foolish; she naturally didn’t believe Shui Miao’s words at face value. She knew he was saying this just to save her.
Upon hearing this, Shui Miao realized his plan had not worked.
To convince Lin Qing’er of his sincerity, Shui Miao had to do something even more outrageous.
But under these circumstances, it was difficult to think of any good way to make her believe him.
“Kiss her!”
Wang Xiaomi was also brainstorming on Shui Miao’s behalf. In her mind, the only solution was another kiss.
“No…”
Hearing this, Lin Qing’er hurriedly waved her hands. Her kiss had only ever been given to one man before—what happened just now barely counted.
Before Lin Qing’er could finish speaking, Shui Miao had already embraced her and kissed her fiercely.
Lin Qing’er struggled, even slapping Shui Miao’s arms…
But Shui Miao didn’t let go, kissing her more passionately…
Lin Qing’er grew desperate, hitting him harder and even biting his tongue…
Yet Shui Miao didn’t retreat at all, instead growing even more fervent and wild…
Lin Qing’er tasted the blood from Shui Miao’s mouth and couldn’t bear to bite anymore, gradually ceasing her resistance.
However, tears streamed down her face.
Gradually, Lin Qing’er’s frozen heart seemed to melt. She shifted from resisting to giving in, and then from allowing Shui Miao’s kiss to gently responding…
After about ten minutes, Lin Qing’er pushed Shui Miao away.
Her face was flushed, and she shyly lowered her head.
Seeing this scene, Wang Xiaomi smiled happily, knowing that this method had worked.
Seizing the moment, Shui Miao pressed his advantage, lifting Lin Qing’er and placing her across his lap. Wiping away her tears, he looked at her blushing face and gently asked again, “Qing’er, may I love you?”
“…”
Lin Qing’er didn’t answer. Instead, she gave Shui Miao a reproachful glance, suddenly reaching out to hug his neck and whisper softly in his ear, “Hold me tight…”
“Does that mean yes?”
Shui Miao held Lin Qing’er tightly and continued to ask.
Lin Qing’er paused, then leaning on Shui Miao’s shoulder, she said, “I could even be your older sister…”
“But you’re not my sister, you’re my Qing’er.” Holding her tightly, Shui Miao felt as if time had stopped. In this moment, everything was so warm and sweet.
At that moment, Shui Miao made up his mind: he would spend his life cherishing and loving Lin Qing’er.
As for Chu Miaoyi, it was simply a case of being fated but not destined.
Lin Qing’er softly exhaled and said, “But my heart still carries him. That’s not fair to you.”
“It’s okay, I can wait, because I love you deeply. He loved you, and the one loved by you is happy. I envy him, but I’ll inherit his love and surpass him, loving you even more…”
After saying this, Shui Miao realized he had become quite the master of love. These words would move anyone—even himself.
“Your words are so sweet. How come I never noticed this side of you before?” Lin Qing’er’s face turned even redder.
Any normal woman would be deeply moved by such a confession.
Even Wang Xiaomi, driving the car, was moved. She wished Shui Miao’s words were directed at her. If they were, she would accept the love without hesitation, for eternity, without regret.
“That’s because every word I say is from the heart. For you, I’m willing to give everything—even my life.” Shui Miao took a deep breath, “I swear, from this moment on, my heart belongs only to Lin Qing’er, until the end of my life.”
“No…”
Lin Qing’er quickly covered Shui Miao’s mouth, but his vow had already been spoken.
She never expected that someone in this world could love her so deeply. Tears streamed down her face once again…
This time, Shui Miao sincerely whispered, “Qing’er, may I love you?”
“Yes!”
Lin Qing’er responded and kissed Shui Miao passionately!
“Yay!!”
Wang Xiaomi excitedly shouted, witnessing the birth of this love. Though she wasn’t the lucky heroine, she still felt deeply happy.
Her shout made Lin Qing’er feel very embarrassed.
She seemed to just remember that she was sitting in a car with Wang Xiaomi still present.
She struggled to sit up and return to her seat, but Shui Miao held her tightly, unwilling to let go.
“Lin Jie, let’s go back to the hotel and get married right away! I’ll pay the entire wedding gift from my salary!” Wang Xiaomi exclaimed excitedly.
Shui Miao shrugged, “I’m fine with it. Qing’er, what do you think of Xiao Mi’s suggestion?”
“Marriage!”
For many people, this word was something that required careful consideration.
Lin Qing’er was slightly taken aback. Looking at Shui Miao’s sincere expression, she blushed and said, “Okay, but not now. I still need to go back to Taiwan first.”
“Why? Why do you still have to leave?” Shui Miao was instantly anxious.
Lin Qing’er smiled gently, “Silly, how can a marriage be arranged without the blessings of our parents? Don’t worry, I’ve already let go of the past. But you, you mustn’t go back on your word. From now on, you’re mine. Xiao Mi, help me keep an eye on him.”
“No problem, mission accomplished!”
Wang Xiaomi gave a crisp salute.
“Hmm?”
Shui Miao furrowed his brow, pretending to be confused, “Strange, why do I suddenly feel like I’ve been tricked?”
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