Chapter 1233 -1234: Joy
As Song Xiaodong went upstairs, Qi Lanqin felt a bit inexplicably nervous and flustered, but she calmed down when she thought there was no way a relationship could happen between them right now.
Besides, it wasnât like she hadnât shared a room with Song Xiaodong before; she knew Song Xiaodong wouldnât take advantage of her. Suddenly, a strange anticipation welled up in her heart â how would Song Xiaodong interact with her now that they were living together?
Undeniably, Song Xiaodong coming over to find her today, taking her out to eat, and watching a movie really gave her a sense of being in love. And for a girl in love, the way of thinking doesnât tend to be very rational.
Swiping the room card and slotting it into the power holder, the lights in the room lit up immediately.
âItâs so beautiful.â Qi Lanqin exclaimed in delight as she looked at the presidential suite of the five-star hotel.
Song Xiaodong chuckled softly and said, âI say, Lanqin, weâre at least Dragon Gate Princess, and youâre making such a fuss over a presidential suite. Such a loss of face.â
Qi Lanqin awkwardly stuck out her tongue and said, âI hadnât stayed in one before.â
Song Xiaodong laughed, âYou hadnât stayed before? We did once, and it was this room.â
âOh⊠I didnât notice back then, mood wasnât great. Only now Iâve realized this room is truly lovely.â
Qi Lanqinâs words touched a soft spot in Song Xiaodongâs heart. Holding her hand as they walked inside, he gently said, âLanqin, from now on, youâll never suffer a bit. Iâll always give you the best life and ensure a lifetime of happiness for you.â
Qi Lanqin, moved, said, âBig Brother Song, thank you. Iâll also obediently listen to you.â
Song Xiaodong led Qi Lanqin to sit by the bed, smiling as he said, âSilly girl, just be yourself. You donât need to change anything for me, and certainly shouldnât lose your own thoughts because of me. If you like something, express it; if you dislike, feel uncomfortable with anything I do, you must say it. Thatâs how we will get along better and better.â
âIf I do anything that makes you uncomfortable, and I donât know about it but you keep it inside, over time it will build up into a huge rift between us, and youâll be in pain. I certainly donât want my little princess to suffer because of my mistakes.â
Qi Lanqinâs eyes turned red, choking as she said, âBig Brother Song, I⊠IâŠâ She didnât know how to express herself for the moment. The fact that such a person like Song Xiaodong could say such things to her moved her incredibly.
Unable to express in words, Qi Lanqin expressed it through actions, directly throwing herself into Song Xiaodongâs arms, tightly hugging his waist.
Song Xiaodong gently patted her back, saying, âLook at you, I was just exchanging thoughts with you, and youâve ended up crying.â
âNo, noâŠâ Qi Lanqin let go of Song Xiaodong, wiped her eyes, and revealed a smile on her face, saying, âIâm happy.â
âThatâs good.â Song Xiaodong raised his hand to wipe away the tear marks on Qi Lanqinâs face, saying, âGo take a shower.â
âOkayâŠâ Qi Lanqinâs face flushed red.
âHurry up, once youâre done, I want to teach you something and see if you have any aptitude for it.â Song Xiaodong gently patted Qi Lanqinâs shoulder.
Qi Lanqin agreed, stepping lightly towards the bathroom.
The previous Qi Lanqin felt insignificant inside, walking without such lightness. The current Qi Lanqin, due to the change in status, has transformed as well, becoming more beautiful and likable.
âWow, Big Brother Song, this bathtub is huge. How much water does it take to fill it up? So wasteful.â Qi Lanqin called out again inside.
Song Xiaodong laughed heartily, standing up and moving to the bathroom door, saying, âI say, Lanqin, stop being so petty. If someone else hears you, youâd lose face.â
âAh, sorry, I was just expressing a feeling. How about I just shower instead of a bath?â
âHave a nice soak in the bath; if you donât enjoy it while youâre here, itâs a waste of a good booking.â
âWonât it take too long?â
âItâs okay, weâre not in a rush. Tomorrow is Saturday, Iâm not leaving, so Iâll stay here with you. You can get up late.â
âOh, so thatâs how it is. Iâll soak a bit longer then.â Qi Lanqin said happily inside.
Song Xiaodong nodded and said, âHmm, you soak, Iâll be here to chat with you.â
Qi Lanqin hesitated a little, softly saying, âNo, no, Iâm taking a shower, and you chatting outside feels weird.â
âHaha, we might take a bath together in the future, wonât you find that weirder?â
âBig Brother SongâŠâ came Qi Lanqinâs playful voice from inside.
Song Xiaodong quickly cleared his throat, saying, âLanqin, that joke was a bit much, donât mind it. Iâm used to it at home with them.â
Qi Lanqin immediately said, âBig Brother Song, itâs okay, I⊠understand.â
âHaha, then you take your shower; Iâll deal with some matters.â
âOkay, then you go.â
Song Xiaodong sat in the living room, texting with family, all cheerful and harmonious. People occasionally teased him, saying how painful it must be to be near a beautiful girl like Qi Lanqin and not be more involved.
Song Xiaodong deliberately pretended to be in pain, causing everyone to laugh.
From the bathroom emerged a song, surprisingly Qi Lanqin singing. Her voice wasnât as melodious and delightful as Xiao Yingyingâs, but it was equally crisp and captivating, filled with genuine happiness and joy, perceptible to Song Xiaodong.
Song Xiaodong felt joyful inside, relieved a little from his fear that Qi Lanqin might reject being with him. Clearly, Qi Lanqin did not have any such resistance, so Song Xiaodong would not feel burdened.
A while later, Qi Lanqin emerged from the bathroom.
Song Xiaodongâs eyes lit up instantly; Qi Lanqin came out wearing just a bathrobe. Judging by the exposed legs and neckline, it was evident there werenât many clothes underneath.
Unlike Lu Yao Bing, Song Xiaodong felt no psychological burden towards her, so he let his dazzling gaze fall on Qi Lanqin uninhibitedly.
Qi Lanqin felt a bit uneasy under Song Xiaodongâs gaze, softly saying, âI thought⊠clothes are expensive and didnât want them all wrinkled, so⊠didnât wear.â
Song Xiaodong stood up, smiling slightly, saying, âThatâs great, very alluring.â
âBig Brother Song, I didnât intend to tempt you.â Qi Lanqinâs head drooped to her chest, face breaking out into blush, even her ears were flushed red.