The Rest of My Life

Chapter 28 - This is my first kiss

I froze.

Fortunately, Zhou Xun only lightly touched it for a bit, and then quickly retreated.

I stared at him blankly. I had never expected that he would say "thank you" in such a way.

It was my first kiss, just a light touch, but it was also a kiss.

What I didn't expect was that the cold and noble man in my heart would actually … To do such a thing...

While I was still in a daze, he touched the corner of my lips with his thumb and said with a chuckle, "Remember, I only charge you this kind of thank-you fee."

I was stunned.

He was saying … Do I always have to thank him with kisses?

However, he was extremely serious, and it was impossible to tell that he was joking.

I bit the corner of my lips. I knew very well that I must be blushing beyond recognition by now.

But his fingers still gripped my chin, making it impossible for me to escape.

He seemed to notice my distress and, after staring at me for a moment, let me go.

I moved quickly to the side of the sofa.

He seemed to be in a very good mood. The corner of his mouth curled up as he said, "Alright, don't let your thoughts run wild. When I return from the imperial city, I'll help you solve your troubles."

I glanced at him but didn't say anything.

The smile on his face deepened. "Ignore me. Do you still want me to kiss you?"

ME: "…"

Is this still the same aloof and aloof man I know?

Originally, I had a lot of things I wanted to say to him, but with his posture, how could I dare to stay here any longer? I hastily stood up and said, "It's very late. Please rest early …"

After saying that, I ran out of the study room.

In the end, when they had just reached the hall, they heard Jiang Jingchen shouting in surprise, "Sister-in-law, why is your face so red? Did Ah Xun do something bad to you …"

I felt even more embarrassed, and hurriedly said good night to him and Ye Nanting, then ran towards the second floor.

Before closing the door, I heard Jiang Jingchen muttering to himself: "Ah Xun usually looks like a cold person, I didn't expect him to be so fierce …"

I shut the door behind me and shut it behind me.

But I didn't calm down. I was shaking, and I could only lean against the door and breathe softly.

I've never been so close to a man until I was twenty-two.

Furthermore, Zhou Xun was the first person I fell in love with. The moment I was kissed by him, I felt as if my heart was about to jump out of my chest.

It didn't actually have any taste, but when I recalled it, even the air felt sweet, like cotton candy. It was so soft that it made my heart feel soft.

I tapped my cheek.

But no matter how much I tried to tell myself, my face was still hot.

The balcony was open and a night breeze blew in.

After about ten minutes, I finally calmed down a bit and slowly walked to the bed and sat down.

But my mind was still in a mess.

Is Zhou Xun teasing me, or does he have some other meaning?

Perhaps … Just on the spur of the moment.

A little girl like me, how could he be interested?

But why did he want to tease me? Even if it's just a joke, he should look for women like Gu Qiong.

I thought about this silently. The fire and excitement that had been building up in my heart had finally been extinguished.

After that, there was only endless awkwardness …

I don't even know how to face him when I wake up in the morning.

I didn't fall asleep until the middle of the night.

The next morning, while I was still asleep, I heard the sound of a car in the yard.

Was Zhou Xun and the rest leaving?

I woke up with a start.

Then without a second thought, he put on his slippers and ran downstairs.

In the end, he just happened to see Zhou Xun talking to Ye Nanting in the hall, while Jiang Jingchen sat on the sofa, pinching a piece of yoghurt to drink.

So it turned out that they hadn't left yet.

But I came out in such a hurry, with my hair in disarray and my pajamas on.

Realizing that I had lost control of myself, I stopped, embarrassed, and wanted to turn and go upstairs.

But the three men were already looking at me.

Jiang Jingchen sucked in a mouthful of yogurt, clicked his tongue, and said: "Aiyo, sister-in-law, where are you going this early in the morning? Looking at your youthful and radiant appearance, you're truly a beautiful woman to eat … …"

ME: "…"

Even with my sleepy face, he could still use the word "beautiful" to describe me. Either he was lying with his eyes open, or he was truly blind.

Zhou Xun called out to him: "Chen Ge."

Jiang Jingchen glanced at him: "What are you getting jealous of, friends and wives are not allowed to play around, I still understand this principle, I simply appreciate it, understand?"

I stood there, looking down at my toes, not daring to make a sound.

I was too impulsive and rude ….

Just as I was thinking about how to resolve this embarrassing situation, Zhou Xun suddenly walked towards me.

He stood in front of me, blocking Jiang Jingchen and I's line of sight.

I looked up at him.

He said, "Go back to your room and wash up. We'll wait for you to have breakfast together."

As I listened to his low voice and smelled his mint scent, I couldn't help but think of that faint kiss I'd had last night.

For a moment I felt my whole face burning again, and with a faint groan I turned and ran back.

Finally, he used cold water to slap his face, wash up, and change his clothes before slowly descending the stairs.

They were already waiting for me in the dining room.

I thought of the awkwardness and stood in the doorway, too embarrassed to go in.

Zhou Xun had already seen me and shouted, "Come here."

I lowered my head and slowly sat down beside him.

Jiang Jingchen said with a beaming smile, "I was hungry a long time ago, yet Third Brother had to wait for you to come down …"

Ol 'Three should be referring to Zhou Xun.

My face heated up and I stammered, "I'm sorry … …"

Jiang Jingchen chuckled: "Nothing, I'm just teasing you. Sister-in-law, you're so innocent."

ME: "…"

Ye Nanting stuffed a small bun into his mouth and said: "Shut up, hurry and eat."

Jiang Jingchen glared at him in protest.

Ye Nanting said indifferently: "Do you want to go to the army camp?"

Jiang Jingchen immediately revealed a begging expression.

I found it funny.

Zhou Xun suddenly pushed a bowl of porridge towards me: "Eat while it's hot."

I was stunned for a moment, but then I remembered that he was probably putting on an act for Ye Nanting and Jiang Jingchen to see, hence he cooperatively picked up the spoon and said, "Thank you."

Zhou Xun acknowledged.

Then the table was quiet.

I can more or less see that Ye Nanting and Zhou Xun both have taciturn personalities, while Jiang Jingchen is noisy, but unfortunately, he can only keep quiet after being threatened by Ye Nanting.

After eating, Jiang Jingchen then asked: "Ah Xun, are you not bringing your sister-in-law back to the imperial capital? It's not safe for her to stay here, right?"

I was stunned.

Was he afraid that Gu Qiong would come to settle the score with him?

Zhou Xun said: "I'll have A Ning stay here."

He obviously didn't want to talk much.

I quickly swept past him, then Jiang Jingchen and Ye Nanting.

His expression was indifferent and one could not tell what he was thinking.

Jiang Jingchen wanted to say something but hesitated.

Ye Nanting swept his eyes across Jiang Jingchen, as if warning him.

My heart was filled with doubts, but I didn't ask any more questions. I hastily replied, "I will stay at home. I won't run around."

Zhou Xun nodded and said, "Be good."

ME: "…"

He suddenly said, 'I really can't take it anymore. My whole face is burning.

Fortunately, Jiang Jingchen didn't make any jokes this time.

I breathed a sigh of relief.

The three of them were ready to set off.

Naturally, I will send them off.

However, just as he arrived at the main entrance, Zhou Xun turned around and said: "We'll stop right here."

I almost hit him in the back and stopped.

His gaze lingered on my face for a moment before he said, "Remember your words. Be good and stay home. Wait for me to come back."

This tone was like that of a husband who had just left and was bidding farewell to his newly wedded wife.

I caught a glimpse of Jiang Jingchen listening intently not far away, so I could only nod my head obediently.

Maybe it was my misconception, but I actually saw a hint of smile in Zhou Xun's eyes, joyful and gentle.

Then, she heard him say, "Don't worry, during this period of time, Gu Qiong will not look for trouble with you."