[Urban] Girlfriend Story (Complete) - 26

Chapter 26 Crisis Lurks (Part 3)

The various upheavals at Dr. Guo's house that rainy night finally paid off; Cherry achieved her desired good grades. After a brief phone call, she didn't mention another request, giving me a moment of peace.

Thinking back to what I saw outside Dr. Guo's bathroom that night, I felt a pang of resentment—my girlfriend's beautiful, fair body had been enjoyed by her tutor for two years. Although the old man was impotent, I couldn't swallow this insult; however, what could I do? If I beat the old man up, wouldn't Xiao Hui's two years of "serving him" be wasted, and wouldn't that just make things difficult for Xiao Hui? Should I take this to the school? That would only hurt Xiao Hui even more!

Or, since Xiao Hui hadn't actually been penetrated by that old man's penis, was it really okay? But then I thought of Xiao Hui, naked and serving Dr. Guo like a maid in the bathtub... Guo's appearance still lingers in my heart, fueling my resentment and anger.

What should I do about Xiaohui? Her love and devotion to me are so unwavering. Yet, for the sake of her studies in the US, she has to compromise herself by being with another man. If I were to think rationally, my moral principles would never allow me to accept such an unfaithful girl—but I simply cannot let her go, forget her.

I can only try my best to suppress my troubles, hoping that the temporary peace between Xiaohui and me can last as long as possible. After all, we are both nearing graduation, and survival is a problem we cannot ignore.

As for revenge, as for the future, given our current situation, a direct confrontation would be futile; we can only plan for the long term.

Xiaohui and I spent another week seemingly inseparable and carefree, and then she finally set off for the East Coast to begin a two-month internship at JXX Company.

Saying goodbye to Xiaohui at the airport was so warm and peaceful. A tight hug, a deep kiss, parting words of advice, watching her until she entered the waiting area, and a reluctant phone call until she boarded the plane—yet, a nameless worry and indescribable helplessness filled my heart. It felt as if our love was on the verge of collapse, as if the surface peace would crumble at any moment.

But now, there were too many things to worry about, too many unresolved troubles. Xiaohui and I were in a quagmire of crisis, and I didn't know what to do. I could only do what I was supposed to do, and let the rest take its course…

The plane gradually disappeared into the vast blue sky. The sea breeze still carried a salty scent on my face, the sounds of traffic around me remained noisy, and life continued as usual at V University. A month had passed in the blink of an eye.

Xiaohui and I talked on the phone every day, exchanged text messages, and talked on the phone until late at night. Although I could grasp a fleeting moment of peace from these things, life still felt dull and empty, and my worries continued to linger in my mind.

A recent email from Department Head Leon was a wake-up call: "...Kevin, you're a good young man, but your recent absent-mindedness is worrying. You know, the graduation rate here is 70%, but I hope you don't take any chances..." Yes,

all these years in U country, all my youth has been for this moment. If I stumble once, who knows where my life will lead? I can only temporarily shift my focus to my studies, concentrate on work, and write numerous reports to escape my troubled mind. Now, spring has arrived in V city.

The neat lawns seem to have come back to life overnight, the dense elm forests have turned emerald green, and the forsythia and golden plum blossoms are adorned with white and yellow hues. Combined with the gentle warmth of the sea breeze and the cries of seagulls in the sky, it's as if the world has been revived.

My life and studies were steadily improving, but without Xiaohui by my side—it felt like everything had lost its color.

It was Sunday, and I slept until noon, chatted with Xiaohui via text message for a while, ate some fast food, and lingered at home for a bit before driving to W supermarket to buy fruit and groceries for the following week.

Shopping alone was incredibly boring. Standing among countless people of all races, looking at all the foreign languages, a faint sense of loneliness welled up inside me. To avoid feeling down, I headed straight for my targets—bread, eggs, ham, milk, Korean instant noodles, oranges, apples—letting myself be overwhelmed by the goods.

I tried my best to clear my mind and let the monotonous shopping kill time, but my mind kept inexplicably wandering back to what I was thinking—who exactly was that K? I had looked through Xiaohui's contacts a long time ago, and there were three people who seemed most likely to be blond, elderly foreign men.

But none of their names contain the letter "K," and I recently made up some excuses to visit them, and they're still at V University. There's no "three-month absence" at all. Was my guess wrong from the start? I had some contact with Xiaohui at V University, so who else has the power to influence her life?

"Beep beep..."

The phone rang, interrupting my thoughts—I took out my phone, saw Xiaohui's name on the screen, and had to put my worries aside. I answered the phone, trying my best to sound cheerful, and casually asked, "Hi... my little darling... how are you? Not working? Missing me?"

"Hehe... I don't miss you, you big pervert... You forgot, there's a three-hour time difference between here and V City. It's already evening here. I just got off work... I was bored on my way home, so I called you..."

Xiaohui's sweet and playful voice came through.

"Hehe... you don't miss me... you're lying... without me, this 'big pervert,' by your side, are you feeling 'empty' at night?"

I teased casually while picking out milk.

"Ugh...you're saying such lewd things again..."

Xiaohui said coquettishly.

"Hey...I missed you so much, baby...come here, let me kiss you, hug you, and then 'use' you..."

"Go away...I won't let you 'use' me...you lewd...if you bully me again, I won't talk to you anymore..."

Although I couldn't see Xiaohui's face, I could tell from her angry voice that her red lips must have been pouting high.

"Okay, okay, hehe, so tell me how your work was today? Was it interesting?"

I said with a smile.

"Sigh...it was so boring...I'm just helping others fill out Excel spreadsheets every day, it's so boring...I'm so bored..."

Xiaohui's sweet and coquettish voice rang out loudly.

"Hmm...baby...hang in there, when you come back, I'll take you to eat something delicious, and go anywhere with you, okay?"

"Hmph...I still have to endure a month...come on, can you...come back and go shopping with me..."

Xiaohui said coquettishly.

"Sigh... my darling... be good... didn't we talk about it? I have a meeting this week, how about next weekend..."

"Mmm... no next week... who knows what excuse you'll have then... come on... I miss you... if you come... I'll let you 'use' me properly..."

Xiao Hui's sweet and seductive murmur rang out, teasingly.

"Hmm... this..."

Listening to Xiao Hui's soft whispers, and thinking of her fair and beautiful body, I couldn't help but swallow hard. However, after all, studies are not a game, so I could only make a perfunctory excuse, "I miss you too... darling... but... you know, our department is very strict... it's hard... to find time..."

"Really... you don't spoil me at all... tsk... don't you love me anymore..."

Xiao Hui's slightly spoiled, coquettish voice rang out, as if I could almost see her stomping her feet.

"Love, love, love...you're just talking nonsense, of course I love you...Xiao Hui...stop being so coquettish...I promise, I'll spend a lot of time with you when you come back, okay...you over there, just focus on your work."

I tried my best to comfort her.

"Sigh...I want to work hard too...but this job is really boring...Xiao Yi's job is more interesting, really..."

Xiao Hui softened her tone noncommittally, but continued to complain.

Hearing Xiao Yi's name, I couldn't help but feel uneasy, and casually asked, "Oh, really? How's he doing over there?"

"Well, he's in another department, we don't interact much, but it seems he's quite valued, it's really enviable..."

Xiao Hui said absentmindedly.

Hearing that Xiaohui didn't seem to have much of a connection with Xiaoyi, I felt a little relieved and changed the subject, saying, "Oh, I see... So, what are you planning to do tonight?"

"Well, nothing much. My roommate, that Japanese girl, said there's a place with really good Japanese food, and we're planning to go have a big meal there, hehe, aren't you envious?"

Xiaohui said happily like a little girl.

"Not bad, not bad, it seems... your life there isn't so boring after all..."

"Sigh, but work is tiring and monotonous... Oh well, at least I have an internship, so it's not too bad. Hmm, I'm going to take the subway now... I won't nag you anymore... I'll call you back later..."

Xiaohui said sweetly.

"Okay, bye-bye then..."

"Hmm, bye, give me a kiss, my good husband... 'tsk'..."

"Hmm... 'tsk'... bye..."

With a "click," the phone hung up, the temporary sweetness ended, and I returned to reality—a month without being close to a girl, shopping alone in the supermarket, and a life filled with endless worries.

At least Xiao Hui seems to be doing well over there, and Xiao Yi doesn't seem to have caused any trouble. Thinking this way, I felt a sense of comfort.

I was putting the milk into my shopping cart when a slightly shy girl's voice sounded beside me, "Hi... is this Ke Fan-ge...?"

I looked in the direction of the voice and saw the girl pushing the cart—Xia Yingying, Xiao Hui's roommate, two years younger than Xiao Hui, a sophomore at V University. Her round face was looking at me, her smooth, straight black hair cascading over her fair shoulders, complementing her delicate features and bright, clear eyes, giving her a youthful yet scholarly and endearing charm.

"Oh? What a coincidence, it's Yingying!"

I greeted her politely, looking at the petite girl before me.

Yingying is about 1.6 meters tall, but has a very well-proportioned figure. Her current outfit is as fashionable as those of U.S. girls: a brown tank top revealing her smooth neck and shoulders, and a plunging cleavage that's quite impressive; short, cool black athletic shorts; and simple, casual dark flip-flops that show off her shapely legs, making her skin appear even whiter and more delicate. Combined with her youthful, high school-girl vibe, it's hard for me to look away.

"Hmm…it's been a long time…Brother Kefan."

Two faint blushes appeared on Yingying's round face, probably because she was remembering the time she mistook Chengjie for me.

I didn't want to be mistaken for a pervert, so I immediately looked away from her body. Although I couldn't help recalling the scene of Yingying changing clothes half-naked at the party, I tried my best to remain calm and said, "Ah, yeah, lately... well, I've been quite busy. How about you? Is your studies going well?"

"Yeah, it's alright."

Yingying nodded slightly, seemingly calmer, and continued to ask, "I heard that Sister Huizhen went to the East Coast for an internship. It's been a month now. Is she doing well there?" "

Hehe, she's alright. She always complains about the monotonous work, but there aren't any major problems."

I said casually, and started chatting with Yingying while we went shopping at the supermarket together.

"Yeah, that's good. Sometimes I run into her online, but she always seems very busy, so I don't have a chance to ask her."

Yingying said softly as she picked out yogurt.

"Yes, she sometimes has to work overtime at night. It's quite worrying..."

"But Xiaoyi went there too. They can look after each other, so you don't need to worry, Brother Fan."

Yingying said casually.

Sigh… I sighed inwardly. Yingying was really thinking too simply. I'd be truly worried if Xiaoyi went over there! But Yingying seemed to mean well, so I didn't press the matter and changed the subject.

After shopping for about half an hour, just as we finished paying and were about to say goodbye, Yingying blushed slightly and asked hesitantly, "Um… um… Kefan-ge, do you have time later… to do me a favor?"

I was fairly familiar with Yingying, and she was Xiaohui's roommate, so I readily agreed. "Oh, no problem, what's up?"

"Um… thank you, it's my blinds that are broken… I bought new ones… but I don't really know how to install them…"

Yingying said shyly, her round, fair face flushed.

"Ha, don't mention it, I'll help you."

Seeing Yingying's troubled expression, I thought it was something serious. Hearing her words, I couldn't help but smile and nod, then we walked together to the parking lot…

************ Driving alongside Yingying's blue Beetle, we arrived at her and Xiaohui's shared apartment, a white two-story villa. Although everything was so familiar, I realized that I hadn't been here for a month since Xiaohui went to the East Coast, and a sense of loss crept into my heart. Still relying on my own two hands? How can that be satisfying? Forum reputation guaranteed! High-grade silicone video of Fan Bingbing's genitals, molded to a highly realistic shape, soft and delicate skin! Built-in large protrusions closely resemble female anatomy, providing a more realistic experience... well-proportioned and irresistible! Click to enter.

In short, Yingying's appearance "saved" my boring day. Otherwise, I would have just gone home, eaten alone, browsed the internet, chatted with Xiaohui at night, and then fallen asleep in the empty room—perhaps it's because I've been wandering in the U country for so long, even though I'm just fixing blinds for others, I feel my life is fulfilling.

Yingying's room used to belong to a middle-aged woman. I happened to enter once, and that night was the first time I witnessed Xiaohui's infidelity, witnessing her fair body being penetrated by another man's large penis—now, a year has passed, but things haven't improved; instead, life feels increasingly tiring, and Shang Zhiyong isn't the only man Xiaohui has been having affairs with.

I sighed inwardly, clearing my mind, and looked around the room. The surrounding scenery was completely different. Xiao Hui and I cleaned out the clutter from years ago, and Yingying decorated the room herself; I'd never even been inside.

The room was about the same size as Xiao Hui's, around 30 or 40 square meters. The wooden floor gleamed clean, and the off-white wallpaper looked brand new. There wasn't much furniture, and the sunlight streaming through the windows made it even brighter. Cartoon-patterned blankets were neatly spread on the wooden single bed, and the clean, tidy desk, brand-new chair, and neat wardrobe, along with a few simple yet interesting handmade decorations on the bookshelf, all contributed to a natural and lively atmosphere.

Although Yingying looked a bit immature, seeing how elegant and organized her room was, I thought to myself, "She's truly a girl who's both beautiful and intelligent." I casually complimented her, "Hey, Yingying, you're amazing! Your room is so elegant..."

"Hehe... Thank you so much, Brother Kefan."

Yingying blushed slightly and chuckled.

We exchanged a few more pleasantries, and then I got to work. Having been alone in the U country for so long, something as simple as blinds was a piece of cake. I chatted and worked at the same time, and finished everything in less than twenty minutes. At Yingying's shy request again, I changed the light bulb and fixed the door lock for her. Almost an hour had passed in all that work.

"Hehe... Brother Kefan, you're amazing... You got everything done so quickly, thank you so much... You and Sister Huizhen are such kind people, hehe..."

Yingying giggled happily, her eyes sparkling as she looked around, admiring my "work."

Seeing Yingying's genuine happiness, I felt a warm sense of satisfaction. I also hoped that this would change her impression of me and that she would forget about the "misattribution" accusation.

"Um...don't be so polite...you're Xiaohui's roommate, and you two are so close. Just call me anytime if you need help. I'll head back now."

I said casually.

"Um, thanks a lot...but Brother Kefan, please sit down, have some juice before you go, and rest a bit."

Yingying's round face beamed with a smile as she spoke sweetly.

"Oh...actually, no need..."

I hadn't felt tired at all after helping with such a small thing, and I didn't want to linger, but before I could say anything more, Yingying skipped out of the house and rushed down the stairs.

Watching Yingying's petite and lively figure, I couldn't help but smile. I sat down alone in a chair, watching the sunset streaming in through the window, feeling a sense of ease—I suddenly realized that this ease wasn't physical relaxation, but rather a simple carefree feeling of putting aside the burdens of my heart.

Sigh...I sighed inwardly. It had been a long time since I'd felt this relaxed so naturally. I was always thinking about whether Xiaohui and Xiaoyi would get together on the East Bank, always worried about Dr. Will Guo and his son let Xiaohui go? They can't seem to forget Cherry, who's still using Xiaohui and me as leverage, and they're still nagging about who that old flame K really is.

It's been so long since I've had a casual chat with Xiaohui like this, helped her fix her place, and shared a lighthearted laugh. It's exhausting. Maybe I should really let go? Find a simple girl like Yingying to be my girlfriend again?

No… how can I think like that! Xiaohui needs me so much, she's sacrificed so much for me, and she's facing the pressure of graduating and working. How can I abandon her when she needs me most? Besides, how can I live without Xiaohui? We love each other so much, we have so many happy memories, we've given so much for each other!

Once you've seen the ocean, other waters seem insignificant; once you've seen the clouds of Wushan, other clouds seem pale. If she leaves, all the laughter will be meaningless, all the colors will turn gray, and everything in life will seem to die.

But the various worries about Xiaohui that have been swirling in my mind lately are really making me tired.

"Um, Kefan-ge, I'm sorry, we're out of pure juice at home, only drinks that a friend brought over before, is that okay?"

Yingying's slightly shy voice interrupted my chaotic thoughts.

"Oh, um, that's fine, okay."

I forced a smile and took the cup from Yingying's hand.

"Hehe...okay."

Yingying said happily, sat down on the swivel chair next to me, took a sip of her drink, and then said, "Kefan-ge, you're so capable and gentle, you and Huizhen rarely argue, right?"

"Haha, it's alright, we have little arguments occasionally."

I looked at Yingying's round face with shallow dimples, her serious and envious expression amusing, and said with a smile.

"Hehe, you two always seem so loving, it's really enviable, Kefan-ge, can I ask you another question?"

Yingying bit her rosy lower lip and asked shyly.

"Hey, what's wrong? Did you and your boyfriend argue?"

I took a sip of my drink, realizing it seemed to be fruit wine, and said casually.

"Wow...you're really amazing, how did you guess?"

Yingying frowned slightly, pouting and asking in a low voice.

"Haha, otherwise, how would I be the 'laborer'?"

I teased casually.

Yingying has had a boyfriend for almost half a year, but she's kept it a secret. Neither Xiaohui nor I know who this "lucky guy" is. Although Yingying isn't as outstanding as Xiaohui, her slightly childlike appearance is still quite remarkable among international students.

"Then, just tell me what to do, please, Brother Fan."

Yingying pouted and pleaded, holding the glass in her slightly chubby, fair hands, and taking another big gulp of fruit wine.

Sigh, actually, my relationship troubles are probably a million times worse than Yingying's. What right or ability do I have to help her? But looking at Yingying's sincere and bright eyes, I couldn't refuse. I could only say like a "big brother" and say, "Um... I can give you some advice... But didn't you ask Xiaohui first?"

"Sister Huizhen is always very busy. Sometimes she doesn't even have time to reply to messages... I can't tell my parents, so I had to ask you, Brother Fan..."

Yingying stared at me expectantly with her big, wide eyes like a little animal.

"Oh... Well, at least tell me the situation first..."

Perhaps it was the effect of the fruit wine, but Yingying's pretty face was slightly flushed, and she seemed to talk more than before, saying in a series of sweet voices, "I'm not really sure... My boyfriend is very good to me... but he's a bit... chauvinistic. We had a fight a while ago... and he said he wanted to break up... I don't know what to do... Now, he's come back to me, saying he wants to be together, saying he was wrong... I don't know if I should listen to him..."

Sigh, I wonder which boy is so ungrateful, I thought, and continued, "Well, 'whether you should or shouldn't' depends on the situation. But you agreed to the breakup back then, so do you want him back now?"

"Hmm... I don't know... Although we sometimes argue and have many differences, I do like him, and... I also want someone by my side."

Yingying glanced out the window, pouting her small red lips, speaking sweetly as if reminiscing.

Yes, a girl studying abroad needs someone to take care of her, needs a sense of security, and needs someone to lean on when she's feeling down and tired. That's reality, and perhaps it's the hardship of every girl studying abroad. I thought of Xiaohui, and a strange pain and pity welled up in my heart. I looked at Yingying in front of me and continued to ask, "So... why did you two start arguing? Did you resolve the problem? That's the important thing, isn't it?"

"Well... it was because of... some small things..."

Yingying's eyes flickered, her pretty face slightly red, and she murmured evasively, taking another sip of fruit wine.

Looking at Yingying's innocent and shy appearance, I felt a little amused and exasperated. Without thinking too much, I continued to press, "Tell me, otherwise, how can I help you with your advice?"

"Um... um... it's just... it's just that he... wanted to... 'that' with me... I've never done it before, so... I'm very scared..."

Yingying murmured softly, her head lowered, her round face instantly turning as red as a ripe apple.

"That?"

I muttered to myself, but then I suddenly understood what Yingying meant—Damn! Yingying meant "making love." She meant that her boyfriend wanted to sleep with her, but she had never done it before, so she refused, and that's why they argued? In other words, Yingying is still a virgin?

Thinking of this, I subconsciously stared at the girl in front of me—her delicate features were quite charming, her fair skin glowed with youthful pink, and her breasts, though not particularly voluptuous, were round and full under the tight brown tank top. Her shapely legs, exposed outside her hot pants, weren't long, but they were shapely and firm, with an alluring pinkish hue. Add to that a pair of flawless, smooth, white feet—every feature was irresistibly tempting.

I hadn't been intimate with a girl for a month, tormented by longing, anxieties, and lust every day. My calls with Xiaohui couldn't alleviate any of this. Now, looking at Yingying in her tank top and hot pants, smelling the faint fragrance on her body and in the room, feeling the warmth emanating from her youthful, fair body as she sat close beside me, I suddenly felt an erection and my mind go blank.

Yingying and her ex-boyfriend had a fight and broke up, and now she needs someone to care for her; her emotions are like a blank sheet of paper, and she's still a virgin. If I were to start a relationship with her, it would be like being reborn. Maybe, if I just hold her tight, comfort her, and stay with her, I can have a simple love again? Can I forget Xiaohui?

I stared at the tender, white flesh of Yingying's breasts at her neckline, and I felt my lower body harden, my mouth go dry, and my hands tremble slightly, as if I couldn't control myself from grabbing the lovely woman in front of me.

No… I can't give up my feelings… Xiaohui's beauty, a blend of elegance and allure, is extraordinary and irreplaceable… Her love, her dance, her body, her intelligence, her charm—no girl can compare… How can I let her go, betray her at this time, especially with her roommate?

"Hey… Kefan-ge? Are you alright?"

Yingying's slightly childlike voice rang in my ears.

"Huh? Oh... I'm fine."

I realized I was staring intently at Yingying's tempting, voluptuous cleavage and quickly looked away.

"Then... then you understand... what I'm saying..."

Yingying blushed and continued the previous topic.

"Um, um... I understand, cough."

I cleared my throat, somewhat awkwardly making excuses, "This... is quite a big difference of opinion, we should, we should be careful..." "

That's what I think too... but... the people around me are all... like that... you and Sister Huizhen are... very loving too."

Yingying lowered her eyes, her cheeks flushed, sipping her fruit wine and murmuring.

Yingying's tightly closed legs seemed to possess a magical power, involuntarily drawing my gaze there, as if looking at the curves of that triangle, I could see through the fabric, see that full mons pubis, that tender vulva, and that untouched flower path of a young girl.

Damn! Why am I still thinking about these things? I quickly put down my cup, biting my tongue hard, and forced myself to remain calm as I said, "Well... actually, it depends on fate... If you feel that you absolutely must marry him... then you can... otherwise, well, you should stick to your principles..."

"Yes."

Yingying nodded seriously, "Mom said the same thing before, maybe it really is the right way..."

"Yes... that's right, as long as you can make up your mind..."

"Thank you, Brother Kefan..."

Yingying smiled lightly.

"Oh... you're welcome, well, let's talk about it later if there are any problems, I'll be going now..."

I tried my best to hide the "strangeness" in my body, intending to leave as soon as possible, and barely managed to stand up.

"Hehe... I should thank you for doing the 'hard work' today..."

Yingying smiled with sparkling eyes, and before I could react, she gave me a warm hug.

My God! I felt the girl's soft and fragrant body fall into my arms, her two soft yet firm breasts pressed against my waist and abdomen, and her fair and smooth thighs pressed against my taut crotch! I felt my lust rising, my blood surging, and I almost lost control, pinning Yingying's fragrant, petite body to the ground!

"Ah...no...no..."

I bit my tongue, panting, trying my best to stay conscious and control my body.

After Yingying released me, I said goodbye to her, feeling dizzy, and then fled the place as if running away...

************ Studying abroad, any criminal record, even just being prosecuted, means immediate expulsion from university, leaving no room for maneuver. You'll be deported, your ten-year-long dream shattered, your future plunged into the abyss.

Faced with this cold reality, faced with choices between life and the future, love often seems powerless.

The hardships of love made me consider giving up, yet I still couldn't let go of my persistence. I had already sacrificed so much for Xiaohui. For the future I had envisioned for us, I had to take a gamble—about a week later, Dr. Guo finally left V City to begin his visiting teaching assignment, and I, too, had finally gotten my chance.

Sunday night was the quietest night in U Country, as almost all shops were closed all day, and after a two-day holiday, almost everyone would stay home peacefully, preparing for the next week's work. In

the early hours of that day, the air was cool, and thin clouds obscured the starlight. I sat in my car, looking at Dr. Guo's two-story villa from afar. All

around was silent, the buildings were pitch black, Dr. Guo wasn't there, and Mrs. Guo was probably fast asleep under the influence of sleeping pills—giving me my only chance to rebel.

I didn't know what my true goal was; I just felt that since Dr. Guo is a hypocrite with a sanctimonious facade, so he must have weaknesses. He currently holds the power over Xiaohui's graduation and employment. I'm just a student; I need to find some real leverage to put up any resistance, or at worst, fight to the death.

Thinking this way, I felt surprisingly calm. I stepped out of the car as if I were going home and headed towards Dr. Guo's villa. Having already broken in once before, and with the house seemingly deserted, I was even more adept. I circled around to the back and climbed into the house through the guest room.

Although I was determined to fight for Xiaohui, I wasn't completely ruthless—I secretly told myself that regardless of what I gained tonight, this would be the last time I "broke into" Dr. Guo's house like this. After all, always gambling on luck will eventually lead to failure, and I knew myself well enough not to be a "master thief."

That gathering had given me some insight into Dr. Guo's family. The second floor was mostly bedrooms and bathrooms. I guessed Dr. Guo wouldn't keep any important documents there, and besides, Mrs. Guo was still upstairs, so I didn't dare to be too presumptuous.

The first floor had a large living room, a side room, a study, a bathroom, and two guest rooms. If Dr. Guo really was hiding something from Mrs. Guo, the study was the only possible place.

Thinking this, I held my breath, carefully listening for any sounds around me, and cautiously slipped into the study in the dark.

Knowing Dr. Guo wasn't there, and knowing Mrs. Guo's habit of taking sleeping pills for insomnia, I was much bolder now. I gently closed the blinds, turned on my flashlight, and scanned Dr. Guo's study again.

The first thing I saw was the computer on Dr. Guo's large desk. I walked over, sat down gently, and pressed the power button. But to my surprise, after a while, the large LCD screen remained completely black. I looked down in confusion; the computer's power supply seemed fine.

I crouched down, shone a flashlight, and carefully examined the computer for a long time. I was quite surprised to find that the computer's hard drive had been removed!

Damn! Dr. Guo, that old fox, actually had such a trick

up his sleeve! So, besides taking advantage of Xiao Hui while he was a professor, he really did have other shady dealings! But, since he's being so careful, how could I possibly find any clues?

A bad start indeed! I sighed, frowned, and sat back down in my chair, helplessly flipping through the documents on my desk and in my drawers.

I bit my small flashlight, carefully turning each page, browsing through each one before cautiously putting it back. But these documents were just teaching plans, student assignments, and the like; there seemed to be no special information.

Time slowly passed. I looked at my watch; an hour had gone by. It was one in the morning. I calmed myself down, walked to the bookshelf, and reluctantly, patiently began searching through the books on the tall shelf.

The entire study was filled with bookshelves, almost three walls lined with books, piled high with books. I searched through them, row by row, for three hours, and all I found were a few old bills tucked between the pages, a few forgotten photos of a couple in a corner, and a few resumes of Dr. Guo from his youth—completely useless!

I felt anxious and disappointed. Yes, what could I possibly find by wandering around like a headless fly?

Right now, I was just at my wit's end, which was why I barged in here, recklessly trying everything. Many things aren't as simple as they seem. My efforts would be futile, and I still couldn't help Xiaohui with anything.

Looking around, besides the large black bookshelves and chairs, there was only a potted banana plant. I tried turning over the soil, but there was nothing unusual.

The bookshelves were made of solid wood, pressed tightly against the floor, making them extremely difficult to move, according to Dr. Guo's build made it impossible for him to hide any documents underneath or behind him, and the top of the bookshelf was also empty.

I checked the time; it was already past 5 a.m., and in about an hour, it would start to get light. I didn't have time to search any other rooms, and besides, this two-story villa was so big—how could I possibly search it all?

I slumped into a chair, thinking to myself with a touch of self-deprecation, "The lives of ordinary students are filled with helplessness, disappointment, and ordinariness, and the truly extraordinary things that happen are usually just misfortune."

I looked down at a small, exquisite rug at my feet, and a thought popped into my head: Could it be so extravagant? What secret was hidden underneath?

With one last try, I moved the rug, but nothing unexpected happened; it was just another ordinary gray rug. I helplessly grabbed the high-end wool, but suddenly my heart skipped a beat—there seemed to be a zipper-like metal piece hidden in the rug!

Damn! Was something really hidden there?

Suddenly, a surge of courage welled up within me. I pushed back the chair and fumbled around on the carpet. Sure enough, there was a zipper-like design—I pulled back the carpet, about the size of a magazine, and underneath was a small, silver-gray metal door!

I gasped for breath, my heart pounding, nervously scanning the dark surroundings. I couldn't believe it—Dr. Guo really did have a secret hidden in his house, and I'd stumbled upon it!

I reached out and pulled open the metal door, but the sight inside sent my heart plummeting—it was a specially designed safe, secured with a 3x4 combination lock!

Damn it! I'd seen similar security features in upscale hotel rooms before, but Dr. Guo had hidden one in his study. These combinations of numbers ranged from four or five digits to ten; how could I possibly guess them?!

The cold panel had twelve keys, from "0" to "9," plus "cancel" and "input." Looking at it, I felt utterly helpless.

Looking at my watch, time ticked by, it was almost six in the morning. The night before dawn was increasingly still, and I could almost hear my own heartbeat, "thump...thump..."

making me feel even more restless.

What should I do? Just give up? Go back to my seemingly peaceful life, pretending I know nothing?

Helplessly watch Xiaohui leave little by little?

Sigh... I sighed. Although I didn't want to be so negative, what choice did I have besides giving up?

I knelt on the carpet, biting my flashlight, preparing to close the cold iron door and end this miserable night. But when the light shone, my heart skipped a beat—the buttons on the panel reflected different lights!

It seemed this safe had been around for a while; the buttons that were frequently pressed were slightly worn!

My hope rekindled, my heart pounded, my head throbbed, and I immediately pressed my face close to the ground, shining the flashlight at an angle, staring intently at the buttons. Sure enough, some of the metal had been worn even more shiny!

"1", "6", "7", "Input".

"Input" goes without saying, and the password is naturally a combination of "1", "6", and "7"?

I glanced at my watch; time before dawn was running out, so I immediately began trying. A three-digit password was practically impossible, but I still tried several combinations as quickly as possible—all of them were ineffective.

Next, the only possibilities I could think of were the year and date. The last two digits of the year and the last two digits of the date make a total of four digits; if so, one of these three numbers must have been repeated once, which would be "1, 1, 6, 7"; "1, 6, 6, 7"; "1, 6, 7, 7". Adding the permutations and combinations, there were already dozens of possibilities!

But no matter what combination it was, it didn't seem to be Dr. Guo's birthday. Therefore, I could only try them one by one.

I had made such progress, but I couldn't simply give up. I had to grit my teeth, carefully memorize all the combinations, and try them again and again—half an hour passed, and I still hadn't succeeded.

Damn it! If the password was five digits, there would be hundreds of possibilities! It's impossible to try them all one by one!

I slumped down, completely at a loss. Looking out the window at the approaching dawn, I felt utterly exhausted.

I gasped for breath, listening intently to the sounds around me, my mind racing. Suddenly, I thought of those advertisements from the US—unlike in China, because the language in the US is alphabetic, phone numbers in advertisements are often represented by letters, like "get-you-here." Actually, the phone keypad has both numbers and letters; if you dialed it, it would mean "438-968-4373."

Perhaps the safe's combination is also related to letters? I thought haphazardly, but without any confidence, I pulled out my phone and stared blankly at the keypad.

"1" is blank, perhaps representing a symbol or space; "6" has three letters above it: "m," "n," and "o"; and "7" has four letters above it: "p," "q," "r," and "s"—if "1," "6," and "7" can indeed be combined to form one or more words, then what special meanings can "m, no, p, q, r, and s" form?

"No" denial? "On" above? "Soon" soon? "Poor" poverty? "Room" room?

There are just too many combinations like that! I'm completely clueless!

But suddenly, a string of letters flashed in my mind!

I felt my whole body stiffen, and my breath stopped!

"Moson.r"!

Isn't that exactly "6676617"?

In the darkness, I sat up abruptly, frowning, taking a deep breath, and with a mixture of trepidation and unusual calm, typed in the string of numbers and pressed the input button—the silver-gray metal door clicked open…

Chapter 27 Baptism in Purgatory (Part 1)

The sky outside the window had turned a hazy gray. Through the blinds, I could barely see the buildings standing in the gloom. Everything seemed peaceful, yet the silent stillness was unsettling.

I knelt on the carpet in Dr. Guo's study, cold sweat beading on my forehead, biting my flashlight, panting heavily, and reached out to open the silver-gray safe.

I had actually guessed the password correctly. What did "moson?" mean? Was it Dr. Guo's alias? How did Liu Xiaowei find out?

My mind was a mess, and my heart was filled with unease and a touch of worried curiosity.

A beam of white light shone into the shallow space, refracting through the metallic walls to reveal the contents of the safe clearly—a credit card on top, and a large, thin envelope underneath.

I carefully gripped the edge of the credit card, holding it close to my eyes for a closer look. It was a shimmering gold credit card, seemingly embossed with a lotus flower. Although very similar to other credit cards, bearing the number, date, and the spelling of Dr. Guo's name, it lacked any information about the credit card company.

Why was the credit card hidden here? Had Dr. Guo been involved in some underground transactions?

Seeing the heavy gray sky outside growing brighter, I didn't have time to think further. I quickly jotted down the credit card information on my phone and then picked up the large envelope.

The white envelope was slightly yellowed; from the opening, it appeared to contain two documents. I picked up three or four pages stapled together and examined them; they seemed to be some kind of hospital health report. A sense of unease arose, but the complex English terminology was too much for me to bear, so I set it aside.

The other document, actually only one page long, was handwritten in Chinese. Although the handwriting was different from the corrections I'd seen on Xiaohui's homework, I guessed it was Dr. Guo's handwriting. I carefully examined the rows of records, and my heart skipped a beat—this wasn't an ordinary record; it was a record of drug transactions!

It included the date, quantity, and a name—and that name was Huizhen!

Was that credit card used specifically for drug deals?!

Damn it! That old bastard! So the marijuana Xiaohui asked Dick for was actually given to this hypocritical Dr. Guo!

Xiaohui had only dabbled in marijuana, yet she repeatedly met with Dick to ask for drugs, all to satisfy this beastly old man's addiction!

So, Dr. Guo, using his professorship to help Xiaohui and her fight against her old flame K, wasn't helping for nothing! All crows are black! Although he was impotent, he still abused Xiaohui's body and even demanded marijuana from her!

It turned out he was the culprit; he was the one who allowed that obese Dick to exploit Xiaohui's weakness, leading to my girlfriend's body being taken by Dick, and my beloved girl being raped and abused by Dick's family of fat men for a week!

Damn it! Thinking about all this, I wanted nothing more than to grab the evidence, rush out the door, and head straight to the police station to expose Dr. Guo's hypocritical face and shatter his seemingly kind smile!

I trembled with rage, but I knew I couldn't do that! Because doing so would be tantamount to telling the police everything about Xiaohui's drug use! In the end, Xiaohui would be the one who suffers the most!

I gritted my teeth and took a picture of the document with my phone, but I didn't know what to do. I picked up the envelope, intending to put the document back, but the weight seemed off. I turned the envelope upside down, and a stack of photos fell out.

Damn it! This impotent old man bullied Xiaohui and even took photos to blackmail her!

I picked up the photos with a mixture of anger and resentment. The images flashed before my eyes, and my heart trembled even more!

Xiaohui wasn't in the photos, but every single one showed the same scene, the same angle, and the same shock: a naked, fair-skinned girl kneeling on a large white bed like a little bitch, with an older man kneeling behind her; the camera shot from above, making the girl's round, perky, snow-white buttocks, like a big white peach, exceptionally eye-catching; coupled with the girl's soft, slender waist, smooth, white back, and shiny black hair, she exuded an irresistible charm unique to young women.

The scene was lewd and abrupt: the girl's fair buttocks were pressed tightly against the old man's unkempt crotch, his ugly penis binding them together; the dark brown penis, glistening with moisture, was hard and inserted into the girl's full mons pubis between her buttocks, stretching her pink, wet opening like a small mouth, filling it completely. The

old man held a camera in one hand and reached forward with the other, gently parting the girl's cheeks, making her blushing, beautiful face face the camera. A large mirror at the head of the bed reflected the lewd scene of the girl's drooping breasts on the bed, being photographed from behind by the old man, and also reflected the old man's smug face.

There were over a dozen photos, each dated, spaced one to three years apart, the earliest seemingly from about thirty years ago, all slightly yellowed. What they had in common was that the man in every photo was Dr. Guo, with that seemingly benevolent yet lewd smile on his face, from middle age to old age. But what differed was the girls in each photo!

Some had charming round faces with simple side-swept bangs; others had classic oval faces with simple ponytails; still others had delicate, oval faces with flowing black hair; and still others had refined features with straight, dark hair. The dozen or so girls in the photos, though varying in size, were all in their prime, with fair skin, red lips, and white teeth—all elegant and beautiful Eastern girls!

The most recent photo, taken about two years ago, shows Meng Yuexin, Xiaohui's senior from university—an elegant, traditional, and charming tall girl. Xiaohui and I attended her wedding then, watching her in her wedding dress, surrounded by countless blessings and envy, being gently kissed by her handsome husband in the church!

It turns out she was also Dr. Guo's plaything, and had been fucked and enjoyed by that old cock! For about thirty years, over a dozen beautiful international students from our department had been "taken care of" and "ridden" by Dr. Guo, taking advantage of his position as a teacher!

Damn it! That old bastard! He deserves to be struck by lightning!

Looking at the photos of Dr. Guo's old cock penetrating the round, white buttocks of each girl, I felt a nameless rage, but my own penis was hard.

I cleared my mind and thought again, but when did Dr. Guo become impotent? Was it just a coincidence that Xiaohui escaped unscathed?

A sliver of gray light peeked through the blinds. I didn't have time to think further. I quickly snapped every photo onto my phone, then tried my best to restore everything in the room to its original state. My mind raced as I surveyed the surroundings, making sure no obvious traces were left. My heart pounded, I held my breath, and hurriedly left the study, departing the villa before dawn…

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Time quietly burned through the busy and monotonous life. In the blink of an eye, another month had passed uneventfully. What should have been a vibrant spring had quickly turned into its end.

I didn't know how to use the information I obtained from Dr. Guo's family—anything related to marijuana would inevitably implicate Xiao Hui; and while those photos could ruin Dr. Guo's reputation, those girls were probably married by now. If they were released, I wondered how many families would be destroyed.

Dr. Guo is leaving V City for a year, and I don't know when his son, Lien, will appear. I can only take things one step at a time.

This past month, the pressure from studies and work has been mounting. My advisor has started discussing my graduation and post-graduation plans with me. I can only try my best to focus on the increasingly demanding work.

I once thought of taking some time to fly to the East Coast to be with Xiaohui, to fulfill my responsibilities as her boyfriend and ease my longing, but due to two meetings and several interviews with Xiaohui, the plan ultimately didn't materialize.

Time slowly passed. Although I tried every means to contact Xiaohui—phone calls, text messages, emails, various chat programs—I still felt like a fish out of water, my life filled with a strange emptiness. I could only numb myself temporarily with work, alcohol, and the internet.

That day, the sky was clear and the sun shone brightly and warmly, its rays bringing a sense of comfort to the whole body. Although the weather was already a bit hot, the refreshing, salty sea breeze made it just the right amount of pleasant. And I stood in the spacious waiting room of the airport, amidst the bustling crowds, holding a bouquet of bright red roses, eagerly awaiting Xiaohui's beautiful figure.

When we were together day and night, I didn't appreciate the sweetness of love; but now that we've been apart, I feel I can't live without her. I feel that without her, my life and soul are incomplete. Even the most ordinary memories from when we were together are now so precious, so warm.

Yet, deep in my heart, there is a more complex and complicated trouble. I've heard people say, "Pain comes from knowing too much." If I had continued to love Xiaohui foolishly, trusted her, and never discovered that "unspeakable secret" on the night Shang Zhiyong came, perhaps I would be immersed in unparalleled happiness now, and all the troubles I'm facing now would be unknown to me.

But the past cannot be relived.

For two months, my constant longing for Xiaohui only strengthened my belief in her love and attachment—but faced with countless crises and troubles, I grew weary, and a sliver of doubt crept into my heart.

What if Xiaohui met a man who didn't know her past and fell deeply in love with her? Should I let her start over? Give her a perfect and happy love story? If so, should I also find another girl, let go of my troubles, and give myself a second chance?

Would that hurt us? Or would it make both Xiaohui and me happier?

I absolutely didn't want to leave Xiaohui, but after so much turmoil, a hint of hesitation crept into my heart.

I had no answer. I sighed, not wanting my gloomy mood to ruin this bright day, and put my worries aside, glancing at the passersby—unconsciously, a girl pulling a delicate red leather suitcase, her graceful figure suddenly appearing in the crowd.

The girl's fair and pretty face was breathtakingly beautiful, pure like a girl next door, yet exquisitely beautiful like a fairy descended from heaven. Her delicate, arched eyebrows, exuding both spirit and gentleness, were slightly raised. Her deep-set eyes, paired with large, bright, European-style eyes, were framed by long, curled eyelashes that shone with the unique charm of a

mixed-race person. She looked around as if searching for something. Her full, rosy lips were slightly pouting, her delicate, upturned nose was slightly wrinkled, and her slightly chubby cheeks and perfectly shaped jawline gave her a youthful appearance, making her seem only eighteen or nineteen years old. Yet, her pretty face seemed to perfectly blend the most stunning sexiness and the most endearing sweetness.

The girl wore a simple white Tommy Hilfiger t-shirt with blue trim, a fitted pink casual long yoga pants, and classic black and white Gucci sneakers—so youthful and stylish. Her fair, delicate skin, her flowing, slightly wavy hair, her full, rounded breasts with their tight neckline, her slender waist, and her model-like, shapely legs made her stunningly beautiful even in casual clothes and without makeup, ethereal and otherworldly.

When our eyes met, seeing the tender and loving smile on her beautiful face, only one thought remained in my mind—my Xiaohui, I will dedicate my life to protecting you and giving you happiness.

I approached Xiaohui, and heard her heavenly voice ring out, "Hehe~~ You big pervert!~ Long time no see~~" A smile played on my lips as I softly called "Xiaohui," tenderly offering her a rose. Looking at her smiling, adorable face, I gently encircled her slender waist and deeply kissed her warm, soft cherry lips…

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At midday, dappled sunlight streamed through the blinds, illuminating the adorable plush toys on the shelves and bathing Xiaohui's room in its warm glow, lighting up the familiar yet somewhat strange furniture.

I knelt on Xiaohui's bed, pressing her slightly weary body beneath me, making her lie face down. I straddled her naked, fair body, my hips thrusting forcefully against her plump, round buttocks, savoring the thrill of conquest.

Sometimes I leaned down to savor her smooth earlobe, sometimes I straightened up to admire her bare back, while my hard, throbbing penis rhythmically thrust in and out of Xiaohui's wet, fleshy hole.

Xiaohui and I had been entangled for over an hour. After her climax, she was somewhat exhausted and lay docilely on the bed, letting me "eat her as I pleased." I was now in the climax stage, my burning penis feeling the tight, mouth-like suction of Xiaohui's narrow vagina. I kept panting heavily, relentlessly thrusting my nearly 20-centimeter penis into the pink, tender flesh between Xiaohui's legs, enjoying the slippery, tingling, and stimulating pleasure.

However, although Xiaohui's devilish figure was still so alluring, and although my love for her was stronger than ever, the stimulation from my penis thrusting in and out over the past hour had gradually weakened—now I was actually feeling somewhat powerless, my lower body was limp, and I couldn't help but recall the scene of my girlfriend being taken by another man, trying to give myself more stimulation!

No! I can't rely on such twisted stimulation! I opened my eyes wide, trying my best to dispel my perverted thoughts, staring at Xiaohui's beautiful face on the bed, concentrating all my energy on the stimulation in my penis, and thrusting even more vigorously.

I focused intently on the soft warmth of Xiaohui's body, feeling my penis finally harden even more. I thrust in and out dozens more times, then grabbed Xiaohui's shoulders, and like riding a horse, my hips rose and fell. Taking advantage of my erection, I began to thrust into her tender hole from behind with great force, like a pile driver, whispering sweet nothings, hoping to make our lovemaking even more exciting, "Mmm~ Baby~ Mmm!~~~ I missed you so much~ I love you so much~ Mmm!~~~" "It's been so long since I've done this to you! Mmm! Ahh! You pervert! Ah! We just met and you're already bullying me! Ahh! Ahh! My insides are all melted by your heat! Ahh!" Xiao Hui's delicate body swayed gently in response to my movements. She seemed unaware of my strangeness, moaning softly in a daze. Her pretty face was flushed, and she bit her lower lip. Her eyes, like autumn water, were half-closed, giving her a charmingly intoxicated look.

I thrust in and out dozens more times, then gently lay down on Xiaohui's fair and warm body, enjoying the smooth touch of her bare back. I propped myself up on my elbows, and with my large hands, I kneaded her round and full breasts from below. I held her tightly in my arms, buried my face in her hair, and greedily inhaled her faint fragrance. I could barely feel my penis reaching its peak, so I quickly started thrusting even faster, making a "slap! slap! slap!" sound as I hit her round and perky pink buttocks.

Panting heavily, "Mmm!~~ My little Hui~ It's been so long~~ Mmm!~ Of course I'm going to tease you!~ Mmm!~~ If you don't let me tease you~~ Can someone else tease you~~ Mmm!~ God!~~ So comfortable~~ Mmm!~ Not only am I going to tease you~~ I'm going to 'fill' you~~ Mmm!~ Fill my dear wife's belly!~~ Mmm!~" "Ah!~ You're so bad!~~ That's disgusting~ Ahhh~ Ah~ Don't go in so deep there!~ Ahhh!~ I didn't agree to be your wife!~~ Ahhh!~~ Ahhh!~ God!~ Ahhh!~" Xiao Hui moaned loudly as I thrust into her more and more roughly, tilting her head back, her hair dancing, her fair arms reaching back to wrap around my waist as if she couldn't take it anymore.

I thrust in and out of Xiaohui's incredibly tender vagina with all my might, the indescribable pleasure on my entire penis growing stronger and stronger. Although I wanted to linger with Xiaohui a little longer, more than an hour of thrusting left me feeling extremely tired—I felt a tingling sensation in my glans, and I immediately lost control of my ejaculation. I tightly embraced Xiaohui's jade-like body in my arms, and thrust my penis deep into the space between her legs. My whole body convulsed, and the semen that had been accumulating for two months suddenly gushed out with a "hissing" sound!

"Mmm!~~ Xiaohui~~ Ah mmm!~~ You'll always be mine!~~~ Ah mmm!~~" I bit Xiaohui's earlobe and growled.

"Ahhh! ~ It's burning! ~ Ahhhhhh! ~ Ahhhhhh!" Xiaohui, head bowed and face flushed, moaned beautifully yet tragically. Her buttocks were taut, and the soft yet powerful walls of her vagina gripped my penis, accompanying my repeated ejaculations, drawing me into a state of intoxication…

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Two months of longing seemed to have made Xiaohui and me cherish each other even more, love each other even more. It was as if all our troubles had been overcome, as if nothing else in the world mattered, and all that remained in our eyes was each other.

The storm subsided, and Xiaohui and I, naked, fell into a deep sleep like newborn babies, embracing each other until about three or four in the afternoon. When I awoke, it was as if I were possessing Xiaohui again, and I lovingly held her in my arms, gently stroking her fair skin, wanting to forget time and never be separated again.

Absence makes the heart grow fonder. The entire afternoon and evening, Xiaohui and I clung tightly to each other in bed, sometimes kissing passionately, sometimes laughing, chatting animatedly about our lives over the past two months.

Jxx was in S City, the financial center of U Country, and Jxx was one of the most influential financial giants in U Country. Even though Xiaohui's job was in a small department, doing monotonous and boring form-filling work, her life was much richer than mine. Although I wasn't very familiar with S City, I had visited it a few times when I was studying on the East Coast. I joined Xiaohui in her enthusiasm, watching her excitedly show off photos and chatting with her about her experiences.

Girls are naturally playful, and Xiaohui was no exception. She didn't waste a single weekend during her internship; she spent it shopping and going on outings with her roommate, a Japanese girl.

She explored every skyscraper, tree-lined path, and ancient church in the city; then, she snapped away at the picturesque natural scenery, the rolling hills, the pristine white beaches, and the year-round flowerbeds; next, her camera filled the screen with images of bustling shopping malls, exquisite delicacies, and endless fashion shows.

We chatted until the sky outside the window grew completely dark. To welcome Xiaohui back, I personally cooked several of her favorite dishes. After a delicious meal, we nestled together on the sofa, sipping red wine, listening to music, and casually watching television, enjoying carefree nature and happiness.

Late at night, naked after our showers, we held each other tightly in bed, lovingly massaging each other's tired bodies. After a passionate kiss, we naturally engaged in a tender, lingering lovemaking.

I don't know when it was in the early morning, but after all the light had faded, Xiaohui and I embraced tightly in the darkness. All was quiet. Her soft, fragrant body rested gently on my chest as she murmured, "Kefan...do you love me...will you be with me forever?"

"Mmm...silly...I love you so much...of course I want to be with you forever...mmm...okay...sleep, baby,"

I said gently, tightening my embrace, feeling sleepiness and exhaustion wash over me.

"Mmm...I love you too...Kefan...goodnight...sweet dreams..."

Xiaohui murmured softly in my arms.

"Mmm...goodnight..."

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The day Xiaohui returned from the East Coast felt like paradise—but such blissful moments were unfortunately short-lived.

The next morning, while I was still sound asleep, Xiaohui quietly got out of bed, took a quick shower, and prepared to go to school.

I leaned against the headboard in bed, watching Xiaohui in her short skirt and blouse. I reluctantly grabbed her smooth, white thigh and said, "Ah~ You're going to school so early? You just got back yesterday. I missed you so much. Spend a little more time with me today, okay?"

"Hmph, really! You say you missed me, but you haven't even flown over to see me in so long,"

Xiaohui said, adjusting her hair with a light pout, before nimbly escaping my clutches.

"Well… you can't blame me… I had a meeting, I couldn't help it. I'll definitely make it up to you later~" I said helplessly.

Looking at Xiaohui's slightly pouting lips, I couldn't help but sigh inwardly. Sigh, girls are so petty. Yesterday was so joyful and warm, but now she's bringing up her old grievances again—but, what can I do? She's my girlfriend, so youthful, beautiful, and charming. A little capriciousness is one thing, but I can only indulge her.

"Tch~ You can't believe what you say. Who knows what excuse you'll have later~ I'm not going to talk to you anymore. I have to meet with the people at the international student center to ask about the procedures after graduation,"

Xiaohui said, still a little annoyed, as she put on her sparkly earrings and applied some light lip gloss in front of the mirror.

"Hey, okay, baby~ don't be angry. How about I take you out for French food tonight?"

I sat up and said with a smile.

"Hmm, sure, I'm not angry. But I have to work on my internship report with Xiaoyi tonight, so we'll eat out. I probably won't be able to have dinner with you,"

Xiaohui said casually as she tidied her Chanel handbag, grabbed her phone, and prepared to leave.

Damn it~ Hearing Xiaoyi's name made me feel annoyed. When I chatted with Xiaohui yesterday, it seemed that Xiaoyi had been busy with work during his internship and hadn't had much interaction with her life, so I was relieved at the time. But now, she's only been with me for a day before she has to go write a report with Xiaoyi again. If she's going to eat out, will she have dinner with Xiaoyi?

But Xiaohui often writes reports with classmates before, so it's actually quite normal. Am I overthinking it? I wanted to ask Xiaohui directly about Xiaoyi, but I didn't want to seem suspicious, so I didn't ask. "Ah... I see... that's a pity... Well, don't overwork yourself, come to my house when you have time~" "Hmm~ Okay, but you should get up early too, work hard, and don't forget to eat breakfast~" Xiaohui gently instructed, coming to the bedside, her beautiful eyes like stars, leaning down and gently kissing me. "Okay~

baby..."

I felt her tender, warm lips, a sweet feeling welling up in my heart. I supported myself with one hand, and with the other, I slipped under her short skirt and gently pinched her perfect, round, perky buttocks.

"Hehe... See you later then, bye~" Xiaohui chuckled, swaying her slender waist as she slipped out of my embrace. She glanced hastily at her watch on her wrist, quickly said goodbye, and her delicate white feet darted out the door.

Listening to Xiaohui rush downstairs, leave the villa, and drive away, I was once again left alone in the empty room…

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After yesterday's tender and sweet day, Xiaohui's hurried departure this morning left me feeling uneasy. I had no desire to sleep anymore, so I took a hasty shower, made some jam and bread, and sat in the kitchen on the first floor to eat breakfast.

Yingying didn't seem to be home either. I sat casually by the window, gazing out at the increasingly bright morning sunlight and the growing traffic on the road. Looking at the bustling world, the worries of reality gradually surfaced in my mind.

Yesterday was nothing but a sweet daydream—reality hadn't changed. Xiao Hui is eventually busy with graduation and finding a job, and I'm also nearing graduation with an increasingly heavy academic workload. Besides, Xiao Yi, Dr. Guo, Li En, and that old flame K—these troubles seem to be growing more and more worrying, yet I'm still at a loss!

Right now, Xiao Hui seems to belong entirely to me, but I suddenly feel like she's slowly slipping away. I want to hold onto her, but I can't tell her the truth I know, I can't let her know everything I've been through. I just feel helpless.

No! I can't be so pessimistic! Xiao Hui is still by my side, steadfastly supporting me. I must muster my courage and become her strongest support! The past has been full of unexpected events and mistakes—but as long as Xiao Hui and I are together, we must strive for tomorrow and overcome those difficulties together!

As long as Xiao Hui graduates smoothly, and I finish my studies as soon as possible, we can leave V City together and start a new life!

Having made this decision, I felt a sense of peace. Although the worries hadn't disappeared, thinking of Xiaohui's loving eyes, her gentle smile, and our shared future, I felt warm and full of strength, as if nothing was insurmountable.

After breakfast, I planned to tidy up the table briefly before heading to my department to do some work, but a few newspapers and a stack of opened letters on the table caught my attention.

Xiaohui had received quite a few letters from the school in the past two months; I guessed she had casually opened these yesterday. Sigh, she really doesn't keep her personal mail organized—after all, I'd heard that some people in the U.S. break into homes specifically to steal personal information for online scams, I thought to myself, and then casually started organizing them.

But seeing the stack of papers filled with numbers, a sudden thought struck me—this seemed to be a record from Xiaohui's mobile phone company. In U.S., mobile phone companies send monthly bills regularly, and if the limit is exceeded, they send a record. Looking at the densely packed list, I couldn't help but worry. Xiaohui and I had made so many calls in the past two months, and the overcharge fees were so high; I guess she'd be fined a lot. She might even blame me again.

Thinking this, I casually glanced at the records while organizing them, but as rows of numbers came into view, a strange unease suddenly arose in my heart—many of those calls and text messages didn't seem to be mine!

My heart pounded uncontrollably. In a panic, I immediately unfolded the bill, widened my eyes, and gasped for breath, carefully examining each line. Xiaohui's overcharge last month was a full five hundred U.S. dollars, with over a hundred hours of calls; less than a third of it was mine, but the rest belonged to another number! Furthermore, she sent and received nearly a thousand text messages, and my number was just a fraction of that; the rest were all from the same number!

Damn it! I felt both shocked and furious, my chest felt like it was weighed down with lead, and a nightmare-like unease rose within me. I couldn't believe what I was seeing. I immediately pulled out my phone and searched for the number, and just as I had feared—the number belonged to that Xiao Yi! Zhu Xinyi!

Damn it! The frequency of these calls and text messages was several times higher than when Xiao Hui and I were deeply in love! Even if I wanted to deceive myself, I couldn't believe that these were all work-related contacts! Was Xiao Yi really pursuing his senior, my girlfriend Xiao Hui? And had Xiao Hui not realized Xiao Yi's intentions, or had she not rejected him at all?

Didn't Xiao Hui say she loved me last night? Didn't she say she wanted to be with me forever?

She and I were so affectionate and inseparable; there seemed to be no sign of her changing her mind! She talked about her experiences on the East Coast, rarely mentioning Xiao Yi, and even said they had no interaction. How could I explain these densely packed notes? Did Xiao Hui simply see Xiao Yi's pursuit as childish behavior from a young boy? Or had her heart already wavered, and she was just avoiding the truth, deceiving me?

Damn it! I felt like I had fallen from a mountaintop to the bottom of a valley! Just moments ago, I was thinking about our shared future, but Xiao Hui had already changed her mind! Could it be that just because I wasn't around for two months, she couldn't bear the loneliness and couldn't keep herself pure?

I clenched my fists tightly, blood rushing to my head, my temples throbbing!

I trembled with anger, barely managing to sit in my chair, trying my best to think calmly—Xiao Hui probably didn't accept Xiao Yi's advances. If she really had physical intimacy with Xiao Yi, she wouldn't be sending so many text messages, and she wouldn't be spending every weekend with her Japanese roommate.

But then, why was Xiao Hui still in constant phone contact with Xiao Yi? Could it really just be work-related contact? Even if nothing has happened between her and Xiaoyi, they clearly haven't distanced themselves! Could it be that Xiaohui has really fallen for this little boy, Xiaoyi, and is already hopelessly in love, but just too afraid to face it?

Recalling the sweet moments Xiaohui and I shared yesterday, remembering her tender smile, savoring the happiness and affection of our passionate lovemaking, I can't believe it, I can't accept it—it's all a lie!

My mind goes blank, yet my heart is filled with panic. Suddenly, a thought strikes—my hand instinctively reaches for my phone, and I log into Xiaohui's email account using the password I found when she was at Dico's house. There are emails from the previous day, and the contact in those emails is Xiaoyi. It seems Xiaohui hasn't had time to delete them yet.

I feel incredibly uneasy, filled with a terrible sense of guilt. What should I do? Should I truly believe Xiaohui completely? Or should I find out for myself, no matter what?

I knew perfectly well that the more I knew, the more hesitant, suspicious, and painful I would become; I knew perfectly well that betraying Xiaohui's trust and hacking into her email was completely wrong; yet, I still couldn't help but press "open," and a series of back-and-forth communications came into view: "...Xiao Zhen'er, have you arrived at the airport? I'm still waiting for my flight here~ So boring, x (" "Hmph~ Don't call me Zhen'er~ Call me sister~ Hehe, only I can call you 'Xiao'yi—I'm still on the plane~ The food is terrible..."

"Hey~ I can take care of you, so you are Zhen'er~ Zhen'er~ :p" "What~ You just taught me how to write a report during my internship~ And you dare to brag~ x (" "Hehe~ I didn't brag, I'm really good~ JXX is going to make an exception and hire me~ By the way, you can eat the apple I brought you~" "^ ^ I've already eaten it~ Okay, okay, you're amazing~~ Seriously, you're ready to transfer to S City and be with JXX" "Have you signed a job contract yet? ~That's a big deal, isn't it? ~" "Yeah, I've thought it through. And Zhen'er is coming to S City to work too, so I'll definitely keep my promise and be with you." "Tch~ I didn't ask you to be with me~ Besides, my job situation isn't settled yet~" "Okay~ It's my choice to be with you, okay? Come here, let me hug you~" "Hmph~ I won't let you hug me~~ *dodging away*~ By the way, who's picking you up from the airport later? Is everything arranged?"

"Don't worry, everything's arranged~~ ^ o ^ I'm so happy to have Zhen'er's concern~" "Hmph~ I'm not going to argue with you anymore, the plane is about to land~" "Hmm... good Zhen'er... are you still going to see Ke Fan? Haven't you thought it through yet? Didn't you say yourself that your feelings for him have faded, and that he's hot and cold towards you?"

"...Ke Fan is still someone else's boyfriend, and besides, it's none of your business..."

"Okay... I know you can handle it yourself, but you said you would talk things out with him, and didn't you say you wanted to start a new life in S City?"

"Tch~~ What does a new life have to do with you? Don't overthink it~~ Hmph, if you keep nagging, I'm not talking to you anymore~~" "Okay, okay, as you wish~~ Zhen'er, when you get to V City, have a good rest~~ Give me a hug~~" "Sigh~~ Okay~ I won't nag you anymore~~ Bye~" "^ ^ Bye~" Damn!

These emails were like flirting and exchanging pleasantries between lovers in the throes of a flirtatious relationship!

After reading this conversation, I felt dizzy, my vision blurred, and my chest tightened with anger and a tightness in my chest; I felt like I was about to collapse!

For two years, Xiaohui had been so devoted to me. No matter what happened, no matter what sacrifices she made, she always said she wanted to be with me, that she belonged to me. We went through so many unexpected events together, weathered so many setbacks together, and always leaned on each other! Now, in the darkness before dawn, is she planning to give up?

Does our past mean nothing? Is it all so worthless?

Although lately, thinking about Xiaohui's past and feeling countless troubles has made me feel exhausted and sometimes powerless, I have never really intended to give up. And have these become Xiaohui's excuses to give up?

Now, is she really planning to abandon our relationship and start over in S City? She's already flirting and calling Xiaoyi affectionately; has she really wavered? After their feelings faded, was she going to fall for someone else just so she could have someone to take care of her at work? Or was she just momentarily confused, getting caught up in an ambiguous relationship she shouldn't have?

Perhaps Xiaohui simply didn't know how to get rid of the persistent young man? I stared at the letter on the screen, reading it over and over—I tried to find excuses to comfort myself, but deep down I had no confidence at all.

Xiaohui and Xiaoyi seemed to have reached the stage of embracing, but they weren't in a hurry to develop the relationship further. Were they planning to start a serious relationship? I hadn't taken those other young men seriously before, but now, Xiaohui was actually smitten with this boy who was three years younger than her, short, arrogant, naive, and like a bean sprout!

Was it because Xiaoyi was more passionate and gave her more novelty? Or was it because Xiaoyi aroused her maternal tenderness? Or was she attracted by Xiaoyi's outstanding academic performance, his tennis championship, and his BMW? Or was it because Xiaoyi was about to go to S City, where he could help her at work and continue to be a new support in her life?

I can provide Xiaohui with a stable life, but my future is uncertain. Even if I find a good job after graduation, I might not be able to go to S City with Xiaohui—but in the face of uncertainty, lovers should strive harder to be together. How can I give up so easily?

Xiaohui and I have even faced life-or-death situations together. Now, is our relationship going to end in such an unexpected and unbelievable way?

Such a drastic change in just two months. If she really decides to go to S City, what should I do? She said she wants to talk to me. Is it about her going to S City, or about Xiaoyi? If the scales in her heart have already tipped, what can I do?

Thinking of Xiaoyi's arrogant smile, I wish I could rush out the door right now, rush to his house, and smash that disgusting smile to pieces!

But a corner of my heart is truly aching and weary. After two years of trials and tribulations, and now this betrayal and deception, I feel a nameless exhaustion, an emptiness in my body, and a strange, indescribable pain in my heart—perhaps I really should let go and give myself and Xiaohui a chance to choose again?

Although this thought quietly surfaced in my mind, my eyes welled up with tears.

I can't just give up like this! A few intimate words don't mean Xiaohui is leaving me! Xiaoyi didn't take Xiaohui away! Even if Xiaohui had her share of hardships in the past, she is still the greatest fortune in my life. A girl as outstanding and naturally beautiful as her is one in a million! How can I give up such a girl!

Xiaohui is still by my side; perhaps she's just temporarily lost in the pressure of graduation. I should work harder now to keep her close!

However, what should I do about Xiaoyi? Should I confront Xiaohui? Or should I just turn a blind eye, continue to love Xiaohui, and hope this trouble will simply pass? But the troubles around me weren't just that!

I closed my eyes, my hand helplessly supporting my forehead, feeling the world slowly collapsing around me.

I frowned deeply, opened my eyes, and stared blankly at the V City Daily beside me. Suddenly, I gasped—under the prominent headline, a line of text clearly read, "...Ere K. Ashes, Honorary Director and Dean of the Law School of V University, a senior lawyer in V City...the most promising candidate for the next president of V University...has completed a three-month speaking tour and will soon return to V City..."

Damn! I cursed inwardly, my eyes widened, I gasped, and froze on the spot...

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Three or four days passed in the blink of an eye. I was overwhelmed by the endless meetings in my department, while Xiao Hui was writing reports every day. I couldn't believe it; although we were both in the same university, my girlfriend and I hadn't had a chance to see each other at all these days, and our phone calls were just a few tired words before bed.

That evening, it was completely dark. After finishing my work at the university, I grabbed some fast food outside and finally dragged my tired body home. I collapsed onto the sofa, staring blankly at the fluorescent light on the ceiling, my mind racing.

Could that old flame, K, be this Ere? Recalling the serious, capable, and aged face I'd seen online, I felt only helplessness and frustration. He was the honorary director and dean of V University, and might even become the president! How could I possibly contend with such a position? What was the entanglement between him, Dr. Guo, and Xiao Hui? Even if I wanted to fight to the death, how could I guarantee Xiao Hui wouldn't be implicated?

Besides, what would happen between Xiao Hui and Xiao Yi these past few days? She had to spend every day with Xiao Yi because of work; I couldn't possibly get involved! And I was burdened by my studies, seemingly without time to think of any solutions!

I lay helplessly on the sofa, pulled out my phone, hesitated for a moment, and then logged into Xiao Hui's email, but there were no meaningful messages.

I sighed in frustration, and with a "click," the door was suddenly pushed open, and Xiaohui's beautiful figure appeared in the doorway.

Slightly surprised, I quickly turned off my phone, sat down on the sofa as if nothing had happened, cleared my throat, and asked softly, "Oh, Xiaohui, what brings you here? I thought you were going to be busy until late again..."

Xiaohui was wearing a tight-fitting gray and white striped tank top and a short, light purple sundress that barely covered her thighs, showing off her tall, slender figure and her long, beautiful, fair legs that were the envy of many. Although there was a hint of weariness on her delicate and pretty face, it only made her seem more pitiful.

I haven't had a roommate for a long time, so Xiaohui often shows her carefree side without any restraint. She entered the house, casually tossed her handbag aside, kicked off her brown flip-flops, and walked bare, white, tender feet to the sofa, her hair flowing. She casually said coquettishly, "Tch~ Why aren't you happy that I'm here? I've been so tired lately~ I finally had some free time today, so I wanted to come and keep you company~" Xiaohui pouted her rosy lips, then slumped weakly onto the sofa, nestling in my arms like a kitten. I chuckled and put my arms around her smooth shoulders, feeling a warm feeling in my heart. I whispered, "Hey, of course I'm happy~ We haven't seen each other much these past few days, and I've been thinking about you every day~ By the way, have you had dinner yet? Do you want me to make you something to eat?"

"Hehe, I missed you too~ I ate some snacks, but what good food do you have at your house?"

Xiaohui chuckled and nestled in my arms, her delicate hands gently stroking my chest.

"Hmm...it seems...only instant noodles are left." "Hehe, how annoying~ Only instant noodles are left, and you said you'd cook for me,"

Xiaohui raised her pretty face, her beautiful eyes glancing at me lightly, giggling and playfully punching my chest, then leaning back on my shoulder, "Actually, I haven't had much of an appetite lately, so don't bother..."

Looking at Xiaohui's tired appearance, my heart was filled with affection, and I tightly wrapped my arms around her slender waist, asking with concern, "Why have you been so busy lately? Haven't you had time to cook?"

"Well, I just finished my internship recently, and I need to write this report properly. Also, there are a lot of graduation forms to fill out and sign...it's all sorts of messy things..."

Xiaohui complained softly, her long, slender legs curled up on the sofa, leaning against me, her jade-like hands seemingly organizing her thoughts, gently tucking her cascading hair.

The delicate fragrance, like orchids and musk, intoxicated me. I gazed at Xiaohui's perfect profile, then asked, "Well, darling, do you want me to take you out to eat something you like?"

Xiaohui smiled gently and said casually, "Hehe, no need to trouble yourself. I already had some salad with Xiaoyi before~" Hearing Xiaoyi's name, I felt a lump in my throat. During my internship, Xiaohui and he had exchanged so many text messages and such ambiguous emails. Now that I'm back in V City, and Xiaohui is back by my side, they're still entangled. They're even having dinner together now!

I frowned slightly, trying my best to remain calm, and gently stroked Xiaohui's smooth thigh, slowly saying, "Xiaohui... could you... perhaps... not see Xiaoyi so often in the future?"

Xiaohui sat beside me, combing her hair with her delicate hands. Hearing my words, a hint of surprise flashed across her beautiful face, but in an instant, she giggled charmingly, glancing at me with her large, watery eyes, "Hehe, you big pervert~~ Are you jealous?~ Who told you to never spend time with me, now you're worried?~ Hehe, don't worry~ There's nothing between us~" Looking at Xiaohui's smiling face, I felt a pang of doubt. Was Xiaohui saying this to appease me, or was she telling the truth? I didn't know the answer, and my heart was filled with anxiety. "Well, no matter what, promise me, okay? You're my girlfriend, listen to me, don't see him again..."

"But... don't meddle in other people's business! I've been busy with reports lately, and I just happened to be writing one with Xiaoyi. Don't overthink it, you jealous bastard!" Xiaohui glanced to the side, seemingly absentmindedly scolding me.

Recalling the ambiguous correspondence between Xiaohui and Xiaoyi, and seeing her making excuses, I felt even angrier. I raised my voice and said, "No matter what, can't you promise me? You can write the report yourself! He... he has ulterior motives towards you!" "I've been worried about work lately... I don't have time to think about these things. Don't talk nonsense! If you keep nagging, I won't talk to you anymore!" Xiaohui's pretty face turned cold, her beautiful eyes flashing with coquettish anger. She scolded me, both coquettish and annoyed, stood up, turned her pretty face away, as if she was about to leave.

Damn it! Xiaohui is clearly my girlfriend, yet she makes all sorts of excuses and refuses to promise not to see Xiaoyi again! Has she really fallen for him?!

Seeing her acting all cute and unreasonable, as if trying to force me to give in, I felt both angry and resentful. I immediately stood up and blurted out angrily, "You...you say I'm talking nonsense! How do you explain those hundreds of text messages between you and Xiaoyi! How do you explain all those phone calls!"

"You!"

Xiaohui turned around with a cry, her delicate brows furrowed, her almond eyes wide open, staring at me. Her pretty face was filled with shock and anger. After a moment, the anger on her pretty face instantly melted into sadness, and tears welled up in the corners of her eyes. "Ugh...I can't believe it! Ugh...you actually did this...ugh...did you peek at my records! Ugh...you...I hate you! Ugh..." God! Seeing the tears on Xiaohui's cheeks, seeing her tear-streaked face, I felt both regret and heartache. I wished I could give up everything to stop her from being sad—but even though she cried and accused me, even though I shouldn't have looked at her phone records, she hadn't explained what was really going on between her and Xiaoyi!

"I...I shouldn't have looked...I'm sorry...But, but how do you explain those records! What's going on between you and Xiaoyi! Isn't what you did a betrayal? How can you face me like this?"

My heart ached terribly, and my eyes seemed to well up with tears. I gritted my teeth, my mind a jumbled mess as I growled.

"Ugh... I don't want to talk to you! Ugh... I don't want to see you! Ugh... Ugh..." Xiao Hui covered her nose and mouth with one hand, shoving me with the other, wailing loudly. Her bright tears seemed to drown her eyes, and her fair face was red from the sobs. In the blink of an eye, she was a sobbing mess in front of me. Before I could say anything more, she turned around abruptly and ran towards the porch, sobbing uncontrollably.

"You... Xiao Hui... wait a minute..."

I clenched my fists, my heart filled with a jumble of emotions—pity, regret, anger, helplessness, and confusion all intertwined. I wanted to chase after her, but I was too angry to do so.

In the few seconds I hesitated, Xiaohui, crying, slipped on her flip-flops, grabbed her purse, and rushed into the dark courtyard. With a roar of an engine, she sped away into the night…

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I couldn't believe it. Xiaohui had returned to V City after her internship, and less than a week later, we had a fight, and this one was so serious.

It's been three days, and Xiaohui and I are still in a cold war, neither of us contacting or seeing the other.

Was I wrong? Was I too aggressive with Xiaohui under so much pressure? But Xiaohui is my girlfriend. Her frequent communications with Xiaoyi should at least give me an explanation! What is Xiaohui really thinking? Has she really lost her way in the troubles of life?

Xiaoyi is only eighteen, three years younger than Xiaohui. He just arrived in the U country; he's practically a novice. How can he take care of Xiaohui? Xiao Hui is still just a young woman in her early twenties, facing the anxieties of graduation. Her parents are imprisoned in China. Can Xiao Yi shield her from these storms?

Besides, her old flame K has returned to V City, and Dr. Guo still controls Xiao Hui's future. Can Xiao Yi help with any of this?

For the past two years, I've been the one taking care of Xiao Hui, showing her around the U.S., accompanying her shopping, talking to her, and braving wind and rain for her when she was sick, tired, or upset. And now, she treats me like this!

I feel heartbroken and lost, and I just want to turn away and never speak to Xiao Hui again—but now, sitting alone in this empty room, watching the sunset sink below the horizon, watching everything around me turn dark, I feel an emptiness in my heart, and a pang of sadness. I take out my phone and dial Xiao Hui's number.

Whether she was happy or surprised, after a few rings, Xiaohui's voice came softly, "Hi... Can I get a refund...?"

"Um... Xiaohui..."

I didn't know what to say. Should I apologize? Or question her?

"Oh...you...how are you doing..."

Xiaohui seemed hesitant, speaking softly.

"I...I'm fine...how about you? Still busy these past few days?"

"Hmm...I'm better, not so busy anymore...you...what do you want to say?"

Xiaohui murmured gently.

"I...I miss you...Xiaohui...let's stop arguing...let's meet up and have dinner together,"

I said, casting aside my worries and expressing my deepest thoughts.

"Okay, sure, let's set a time later~" A hint of joy appeared in Xiaohui's voice, and I felt as if I had seen a glimmer of light in the darkness. I continued, "Then...can't we do it today?"

"Um...today, I have to spend time with Yingying...let's do it another day..."

Xiaohui murmured.

"But..."

I wanted to argue, but not wanting to escalate the situation again, I could only reluctantly agree, "Well... okay... let's reschedule..."

"Okay, I'll hang up now, see you later~" Xiaohui said calmly.

"Okay..."

The phone clicked off, and I felt incredibly uneasy. Xiaohui was clearly my girlfriend, and now she was chatting flirtatiously with another boy behind my back, yet it was as if I was the one in the wrong. I wanted to meet her, but she refused!

I sat alone in the dark room, listening to the roar of cars passing by, looking at my phone, feeling even more lonely.

Furthermore, I was worried. Xiaohui wouldn't mention her relationship with Xiaoyi, and what if things had progressed between them in the past two days? Was her reluctance to meet me because she was with Xiaoyi?

But if her mind was made up, what was the use of worrying and struggling? Maybe our two-year relationship had really come to an end? Thinking of this, I felt a pang of sadness, but I couldn't control myself. I walked out the door, started my car, and drove towards Xiaohui's house in the darkness…

The night breeze was quite refreshing, carrying the fragrance of late spring and early summer flowers, but it did nothing to ease the troubles in my heart.

The drive was relatively smooth; after about half an hour, I arrived at the street where Xiaohui's rented house was located. I parked my car opposite the small villa and looked into the yard—there was only Xiaohui's red sports car and Yingying's blue Beetle, but no Xiaoyi's BMW.

I felt a little relieved, and then, using the light from inside the window, I looked towards the first floor of the villa. Perhaps because of the recent hot weather, the kitchen blinds weren't fully closed, and Xiaohui's beautiful figure sitting at the dining table immediately came into view. But looking across from her, my heart skipped a beat—a man's figure was right opposite her!

Damn! Was Xiaohui really having dinner with Xiaoyi? Had she lied to me again?!

Because the man's face was obscured by the windows and trees, I couldn't see him clearly. Frustrated and angry, I parked the car haphazardly on the roadside, got out, glanced around to make sure no one was watching, and went straight into Xiaohui's yard. Using the bushes for cover, I hid under the kitchen window.

I cautiously peered through the blinds—several dishes were laid out on the table, and Xiaohui, wearing a simple light blue chiffon dress, sat to one side. To my surprise, the man opposite her wasn't Xiaoyi, but a middle-aged Asian man, about forty years old, wearing a suit, with a neat short-parted haircut, and a smiling face.

Before I could even think, Xiaohui's fluent English voice came from inside the house. The half-open window made her pleasant voice quite clear, "Leen, why didn't you let me pick you up from the airport? You just came all of a sudden~" "Hey, you know, I don't like to bother people. A taxi is convenient, and I wanted to surprise you~ How about it, do you like the roses I prepared for you?"

The man's English, with a U.S. accent, came out.

Damn! This ABC with a U.S. accent is Leen, Dr. Guo's son! It's one problem after another! There's been no progress on my old flame K's affair, Xiaohui and I had another big fight over Xiaoyi, and now, this Leen has appeared in Xiaohui's life too! What am I going to do?

I felt incredibly annoyed and helplessly peered into the room. Xiao Hui, seemingly delighted, said in a sweet voice, "Hehe, I like it~ You still love romance so much~" "Hey, ever since we met a year ago, I've been thinking about you. This trip to V City was specifically to see you,"

Lien said earnestly, his hand naturally reaching for Xiao Hui's soft hand.

"Hehe, then you should try my cooking, consider it a reward~" Xiao Hui chuckled softly, naturally withdrawing her hand from Lien's grasp, and then placing some food in his bowl.

Lien smiled gentlemanly, took a bite of food, sipped his red wine, and continued his eloquent speech, "Willia, you understand my feelings. My father has probably discussed these things with you, and you know my business; providing for a woman's basic needs is more than enough. Could you give me some answers?"

Damn it! This Lien was so direct, making no attempt to hide his interest in Xiao Hui; it was practically a business deal! I stared wide-eyed and strained to hear Xiaohui's reply.

Xiaohui put down her chopsticks, picked up her red wine, gazed at Lien, and pursed her red lips, cooing softly, "Hehe, I know how you feel, but I've been so busy lately. I'll just spend the next couple of days showing you around V City, and I'll give you my answer after I graduate, okay?"

Hearing Xiaohui's tactful delay, my worries lessened a bit. It seemed that although Xiaohui was being held back by Dr. Guo for her studies, she didn't intend to entrust her lifelong happiness to this long-faced, middle-aged U.S. Asian man!

Lien, however, didn't back down easily. Like his father, he wore a composed, fake smile and continued, "Yes, yes, you should focus on your important matters. However, my father has been concerned about your future, and I just don't want to disappoint him..."

Damn it! This hypocritical Lien! He talks like he doesn't care, but his words are a clear threat. The implication is that if his father is disappointed, Xiaohui's future is in jeopardy! Though I cursed inwardly, I was helpless; I couldn't help Xiaohui in her situation!

Hearing Lien's words, a flicker of disgust seemed to cross Xiaohui's beautiful eyes, but she still smiled faintly, sipping her red wine, charmingly smoothing her hair, and softly replying, "I know you care about your father, and I know how good Dr. Guo is to me. Is this alright? I've been really busy lately. Next time you come to V City, I'll definitely give you an answer, okay?"

Lien calmly ate a few more bites of food, drank his red wine, then wiped his mouth with a napkin. His small eyes on his horse-like face stared at Xiaohui, looking like he had her completely under his thumb. "Of course, no problem, Willa, you know, we've known each other for a while now. My father praises you so much, and I'll be waiting for your answer. So, I'd like to know your feelings first. How about this, come stay at my hotel tonight..."

Lien said, his slender hand grasping Xiaohui's fair wrist again.

Damn! Are all Asians in U.S. so blunt?! He and Xiaohui had only met twice, yet he claimed to know each other and demanded that Xiaohui sleep with him that night! He was taking advantage of her! He should take a good look at his ugly face; how could Xiaohui possibly be interested in a filthy middle-aged man like him!

Xiaohui and I will be graduating soon and leaving this dangerous place, V City. Xiaohui can't be taken advantage of by such a casual man anymore! I racked my brains for a solution, planning to rush to the front door and disrupt Lien's wolfish ambitions.

However, before I could even take a step, Xiao Hui's angry voice rang out from inside the house, "Let go of me! I said I'd give you an answer later! You can go home now!" Hearing Xiao Hui's scolding, I secretly cheered and hurriedly looked into the house with concern, just in case Lien tried to force himself on me.

Lien's hand was flung away by Xiao Hui, and the fake smile on his horse-like face vanished instantly. He stood up with a gloomy face and said mockingly in English, "Hmph, what? You're still thinking about that Kevin? You know, right now, only I can help you with your life and work—hey, or are you trying to hook up with that little boy? What 'yi'? I've heard about all the gossip he's had at V University, don't be silly!" Damn it! This Lien is too self-important! The implication is that I can't afford to support Xiao Hui! How awful! I cursed inwardly, but I couldn't actually rush in and beat him up.

Besides, what did he mean by talking about Xiao Yi's gossip? Before I could think any further, Xiao Hui's angry voice rang out again.

"You...it's none of your business! Get out!" Xiao Hui turned her pretty face coldly to the side, her eyes flashing with a complicated expression, and she shouted angrily in a low voice.

Hearing Xiao Hui's angry shout, Lien's horse-like face became even longer. He threw down a card angrily, and his deep voice squeezed out from between his teeth, "Hmph, this is the address of my hotel. You know, if I don't see you in my bed before midnight tonight, you can forget about getting any more favor from the Guo family! Let's see how you live your life!"

Damn it! Lien is just like his father, a beast in human form, actually uttering such vulgar and blatant threats!

To my astonishment, before I could react, Xiaohui's angry shout came from inside the room, "Get out of here! I'll never marry you! I never want to have anything to do with you again!" I looked into the room and saw Xiaohui standing up, her brows furrowed and teeth clenched. Her beautiful face was flushed red with anger and grievance, her eyes flashing with complex fury. She grabbed the card from the table and tore it to shreds in a few swift movements!

"You! You wait! See how you'll survive in the MBA department!" Lien's long face turned purplish-red with anger. He opened his mouth wide and roared furiously.

But before he could finish, Xiaohui raised her hand and splashed a glass of red wine all over his face!

"Get out! Or I'll call the police!"

Xiaohui said in a tearful voice, picking up her phone.

"Ah! Fuck! You bitch!"

Lien cursed, covering his eyes stinging from the alcohol as he ran towards the door.

I watched the scene inside, utterly incredulous. The usually gentle and sweet, always naive and soft-hearted Xiaohui had displayed such boldness and resilience today! Had the recent pressures of life made her stronger? Or had she reached her limit after enduring so much hardship, no longer willing to compromise?

After a long while, the furious Lien stormed off, hailing a taxi at the street corner and leaving. I stood outside in the darkness, watching Xiaohui inside, still seething with anger, her chest heaving, her breath coming in ragged gasps. A pang of guilt struck me. I, her boyfriend, should have shielded her from all this, but now she had to face it all alone.

Suddenly, a sob escaped her lips. Xiaohui seemed to collapse instantly, slumping into a chair, her delicate hands tightly covering her tear-streaked face. Her shoulders heaved as she wept alone, utterly exhausted.

Heavens! Xiaohui's strength was ultimately fragile, her resistance ultimately futile. Beneath her feigned anger, she was still that tender girl. How could she bear the burdens of life and the humiliation inflicted by a man?

Seeing Xiaohui's glistening tears, I felt a pain as if my heart were bleeding. I set aside my many concerns, slowly walked to the door, took a deep breath, and knocked.

A moment later, as the door slowly opened, Xiaohui appeared in the doorway, her beautiful eyes red and swollen, her face streaked with tears. I gazed at her with loving tenderness, and before I could say anything, she threw herself into my arms…

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My “cold war” with Xiaohui ended after her tears. She didn’t mention Lien, telling me that she cried because of the pressure of graduation, but I knew the real reason was more complicated.

Although we started having dinner together again and talking on the phone every night before bed, the distance between us didn’t simply disappear. We both avoided talking about Xiaoyi, barely managing to cope with our busy lives, but the distance between Xiaohui and me seemed to be gradually growing. Several

days passed in the blink of an eye, and weekends were consumed by countless tasks. Aside from meeting a few times and exchanging a few polite kisses, Xiaohui and I had virtually no other intimate contact.

That night, as usual, Xiaohui and I ate some simple food outside, and I went home alone. Xiaohui casually mentioned she was going to school to study, and without asking further, I reluctantly said goodbye.

I sat alone in my empty room, the glare of the fluorescent light piercing my eyes, staring blankly at the computer screen, feeling incredibly frustrated and bitter. Xiaohui didn't want to talk about Xiaoyi at all. How could we resolve our problems like this? Was Xiaohui planning to abandon our relationship due to the pressures of life, ignoring everything? But if that happened, I would be tormented by this worry and anxiety every day! How was that fair to me?

What could I do? Argue with Xiaohui? Girls aren't usually logical, especially since she's been preoccupied lately; it would only lead to more arguments. Go and beat up Xiaoyi? That would only cause more trouble. So, I just stayed by Xiaohui's side, like waiting for a sentence, waiting for the day she made her decision. Every day, seeing Xiaohui's indifferent face and watching her departing figure, my heart aches as if it's bleeding!

I felt the pent-up emotions in my chest were about to explode. Unable to resist, I turned on my computer again and went to Xiaohui's email. My heart was filled with a complex sense of guilt. I read through her emails, and what hurt me even more was that she and Xiaoyi seemed to have chatted for a long time yesterday: "Zhen'er~^^ Have you had dinner yet~?" "Yeah, just ate~" "Hey~ What did you eat that was delicious~?" "Nothing much, just a homemade egg salad~" "^o^ That's amazing, I want some too~" "Hehe~ It's very simple, I'll make it for you next time~" "Hehe, great~ It's a deal~ By the way, have you contacted Jxx recently? Any news about the job?" "

They said they were processing it, but haven't replied yet~ What about you?"

"Well, Zhen'er, don't worry, I believe in you~ I've already sent out the signed contract, and I'll be going to S city next semester~" "Wow, that's amazing, congratulations on finding a job~" "

Because I'm thinking of you, I'm even more amazing~" "You're just being cheeky, like a child~" "(Zhen'er, don't underestimate me because I'm young, I'm mature inside. I'll work hard and pamper you so you can have a great time in S City~)" "Okay~ I believe you~ So, where are you going later?"

"Um, to the tennis club for training. They said since I won the championship, they plan to participate in another competition together~" "Hmm, I'm so envious of you. I still have to write a thesis~" "Hmm, don't worry, Zhen'er, I've already organized the financial data you needed. You just need to focus on the text part~" "Hehe, thank you so much~ Little Yi, my darling ^ ^" "Hey, just thanking me isn't enough, come here~ give me a hug, * a kiss~" "Hehe, a hug is fine, but no kisses today~" "Okay Zhen'er, just a kiss~ Organizing the data for you has made my arms sore~" "Okay, okay, * " " "Okay, then you should go train now~" "Um, Zhen'er, I'm afraid you'll be angry, but I still want to ask, have you talked to Ke Fan...?"

"...I don't know how to say it..."

"Zhen'er, didn't you say you liked me more...? Hesitating like this will hurt me, and it will hurt him too..."

"I... don't want to hurt you... but I don't want to hurt Ke Fan either. Hmm, let's give him some more time..."

"Okay, Zhen'er, I'll wait patiently for you, but don't forget our promise~ I won't cause you any trouble~ You also have to go home on time, and you're not allowed to stay overnight at Ke Fan's place anymore~ okay?"

"Okay, okay, I know. You're really something, already interfering with me now, I'm your senior~ x(" "Hehe, senior has to keep her promise too~~ I'll call you tonight~ Don't overwork yourself while studying, eat some fruit when you rest~" "Sigh~~ Really, I feel like an old witch, actually seducing a young boy~~ Ugh~~" "Don't talk nonsense~ Zhen'er, where are you old~ Your face is even more tender than my cousin's~ Besides, we're the ones who are going to be together, there's no seduction~" "Hehe, you're so annoying~ You said your sister is only six years old~" "Hehe, your skin is just that tender^ "Okay, I'm going out now~" "Okay, drive carefully~" "Okay~ bye, Xiao Zhen'er~" Damn!

Looking at each message, I felt like my chest was about to explode, and my eyes were spitting fire with anger and rage!

The ambiguous affection between Xiao Hui's words was so strong!

But the man she was talking to wasn't me, her boyfriend of two years, but a young boy who had only been pursuing her for two months!

Moreover, this young boy even imposed restrictions on Xiao Hui, forbidding her from being intimate with me anymore!

Everyone says men are fickle, everyone says men like young grass, has the times really changed, and are girls like this too?! Could it be that just a few sweet words from Xiao Yi were enough to deceive the naive Xiao Hui into being filled with lust?! Although Xiao Hui hasn't decided to go to S... Cheng is still with me, but she's clearly cheating on me!

I can't even describe my feelings anymore; bitterness mixed with pain, anger mixed with confusion, helplessness mixed with resentment. I want to rush to the university right now and slap Xiaohui across the face! But what good would that do? It would only make me look even less dignified, only end my relationship with Xiaohui faster, only add the charge of violence to my already chaotic life!

Besides, deep down I don't really want to hurt her; I can't bear to continue putting pressure on her when she's most helpless and struggling. My only hope is that she'll change her mind and stay with me!

Just as my mind was in turmoil, "beep~" an email entered Xiaohui's inbox. The flashing contact was "Dr. Guo"! I glanced at the email subject and my heart skipped a beat: "Williama..." "You've disappointed me so much! Go see Leen tomorrow night at midnight! Don't be ungrateful!"

Damn it! This two-faced old man has finally shown his fangs! Xiao Hui so resolutely rejected Leen that night, and now Dr. Guo is finally backing up his son and personally threatening Xiao Hui! What will Dr. Guo do? Will he blackmail her with her job? Or even Xiao Hui's graduation!

In the U.S., professors have immense power. If Dr. Guo just waves his hand, Xiao Hui won't be able to get her degree, and she'll have to go back to China to face her creditors!

What will Xiao Hui do? Will she really offer herself tomorrow night and be forced to marry that ugly, horse-faced, hypocritical middle-aged Asian man?!

Damn it! Thinking of the pornographic photos of Dr. Guo on my phone, I'm extremely conflicted.

If I want to save Xiao Hui, I must make good use of this bargaining chip. If I threaten Dr. Guo with his disgrace, the outcome is unpredictable, Dr. Dr. Guo is cunning and powerful. If he pretends to comply but then turns on us, Xiao Hui and I will be powerless to resist!

To bring down Dr. Guo, we must act swiftly and decisively without revealing our identities—anonymously sending these photos to the school so Dr. Guo has no chance to retaliate; however, this could have far-reaching consequences!

Even so, if things escalate and the police get involved, they might discover my infiltration of Dr. Guo's house!

Besides, Xiao Hui is currently deeply involved with Xiao Yi, practically discarding me like trash. Is it worth jeopardizing my future and life for her sake? If I sacrifice myself to help Xiao Hui out of her troubles, and she then abandons me for Xiao Yi, wouldn't I be doing all this for someone else? Wouldn't that be degrading myself?

But then I thought, how could I just stand by and do nothing, letting go of the love and concern I felt for Xiaohui? Although watching Xiaohui being humiliated by another man gave me a perverse pleasure, the thought of Xiaohui painfully and against her will, giving up her life's happiness to that despicable middle-aged Asian man, made it impossible for me to remain indifferent. My conscience wouldn't allow it!

I clenched my fists, staring blankly at the fluorescent light, my heart filled with anger, confusion, and helplessness… The sky was

just

beginning to lighten, the gray fog was gradually dissipating, and although the clouds were still thick and gloomy, the horizon was starting to lighten. Listening to the lonely chirping of insects and birds outside the window, I sat under the blanket, leaning against the headboard, unable to sleep a wink all night, hesitating the entire time.

Should I just let go, letting Xiaohui wallow in self-pity, letting her leave me for another man? Or should I abandon all my worries, take a gamble, even if it means sacrificing myself, to give Xiaohui a happy tomorrow? I didn't have much motivation to sacrifice, but I couldn't stand idly by when it came to my own love!

Feeling the headache and dizziness from insomnia, I forced myself to sit down at the computer and started editing the pictures on my phone, blurring the faces of the girls with software.

However, the problem was, who should I send them to? The school? Who could I send them to that would pose a threat to Dr. Guo? It was easy to think about, but difficult to do.

Dr. Guo was an MBA... The department head needs to send the email to someone powerful enough to challenge him, someone he's antagonized. But should I send it to a few influential figures? They might not even see it, let alone take it seriously. Should I send it to a large group? That would certainly attract attention, but if it blows up, it could backfire!

I've never done anything like sending anonymous emails before, and I don't even know if U.S. universities have any disciplinary bodies. I'm truly at a loss. Besides, I can't ask any friends for advice. After much thought, a name suddenly popped into my head—Cherry.

Although Cherry looks like a cute blonde doll, she's a free spirit and quite rebellious at heart. U.S. education systems have various alliances that oversee student rights and teacher discipline. Cherry, this U.S. girl, naturally knows more about these things than I do. Besides, she and Dr... Guo and I had a past conflict.

However, I couldn't reveal myself. Would Cherry really hold a grudge? How would she react after receiving these photos?

After pondering for a long time, I had no other choice. After securing the photos, I left home in a daze, driving for about an hour to the remote town of R.

It was around eight in the morning. I bought a prepaid phone from a newly opened convenience store and transferred the photos... The pornographic photos of Guo bullying the female student studying abroad were sent to my phone. I stared at the phone's buttons, feeling my heart pounding. After hesitating for a long time, recalling Xiaohui's captivating smile, I gritted my teeth and pressed send.

After sending all the photos to Cherry, I deleted the history, turned off my phone, drove to the beach, and threw the newly bought phone into the sea.

Exhausted, I returned home, feeling completely drained. I didn't know what the consequences would be, but this mental and physical exhaustion made me care about nothing. I collapsed onto the bed and fell into a deep sleep…

Around

five or six in the evening, as darkness fell, I finally woke up slowly in the empty, deathly silent room.

The anxieties and depression lingered, weighing heavily on my heart like a boulder.

Had Cherry received those photos? Would she send them out? Even if she did, would it have any effect in such a short time? Besides, what if she chose to remain silent? What should I do? Tonight, Xiaohui was forced to meet Lien. I could only save Xiaohui by threatening her with those photos in front of Lien!

After a quick shower, I looked at my bloodshot eyes in the mirror and made a silent vow.

I couldn't endure this any longer. Whatever the outcome, I had to confess to Xiaohui tonight and stop her from seeing Lien!

Perhaps it was my repeated hesitation that led Xiaohui and me to this predicament, that caused me to lose our former passion, and that made Xiaohui attracted to a younger boy like Xiaoyi.

If I continue to remain silent, there will only be one outcome: Xiaohui will be manipulated by Lien—and in the end, she will either have to compromise with Lien or run away with Xiaoyi, but she will never be with me!

Tonight, I must stop Xiaohui, tell her about the photos, confess to her, and then use this opportunity to tell her how much I love her, how much I've sacrificed for her, and how I'm determined to keep her by my side!

I silently recited my plan in my mind, ate some bread without any appetite, changed my clothes, hurriedly left, and drove to Xiaohui's house.

The somewhat chilly night had turned completely dark. About half an hour later, I stopped again opposite that familiar two-story house. There weren't many cars on the road. By the streetlights, I could see Xiaohui's car still parked in the backyard. Looking into Xiaohui's house, the curtained windows shone with flickering light—it seemed Xiaohui was still home.

I checked the time; it was about seven o'clock. I sat in the car, staring blankly at the light shining through the window. Although I had made up my mind, I still felt incredibly confused.

Would Xiaohui keep her appointment tonight? If she didn't, Dr. Guo would definitely retaliate, but I wondered how soon? Would the photos I sent to Cherry still have any effect?

If the photos I sent to Cherry didn't work, and Xiaohui still went to the appointment, should I stop her here? Or should I follow her until she met Lien, and then use those photos to blackmail Lien in person?

Even if I took such a gamble, would Xiaohui come back to me? Or would revealing all these secrets only make her disappointed in our relationship and push her further towards Xiaoyi?

As I was still lost in thought, I heard a "click" from across the street, and the door of the small building was pushed open, revealing Xiaohui's figure in the doorway.

The evening sea breeze was a bit chilly. She was wearing a simple white t-shirt and blue slim-fit jeans, talking on the phone as she hurriedly walked out the door. What puzzled me was that Xiaohui wasn't carrying her usual handbag; instead, she was carrying a cylindrical sports bag full of things.

Where was Xiaohui going? Was she ultimately going to see Lien again?

What was in that sports bag? Did Lien have some additional demands, wanting Xiaohui to bring sex toys to be played with by him?

Damn it! I couldn't let my imagination run wild anymore. I had to stop Xiaohui now, otherwise, all my hard work infiltrating Dr. Guo's family would be for nothing! And if I hesitated like this, Xiaohui would drift further and further away from me. Perhaps, now was truly the time to burn my bridges and tell Xiaohui everything!

I gritted my teeth, grabbed the handle, and pushed open the door, ready to get out of the car and face Xiaohui.

But then, a flash of light, and a sharp "smack!"—a car sped up from behind. Startled, I quickly slammed on the door—but unexpectedly, the car braked abruptly and stopped right in front of Xiaohui's house!

It was a luxurious Lincoln, about eight or nine meters long, its entire body gleaming black. While such luxury cars were common in downtown V, their presence in this remote and less bustling area was quite unusual.

Damn! What's going on?! Why is this car driving so recklessly?! Could it be Lien? Lien really went all out, renting a car like this to pick up Xiaohui?

I cursed inwardly, calmed myself, and opened the door again. But before I could even call out Xiaohui's name, she had already slipped into the back seat of the luxury car across the street.

Damn it! What a terrible coincidence! Now I'm forced to confess to Xiaohui in front of Lien, and I'm forced to use those photos to publicly confront Dr. Guo!

I didn't have time to think. I quickly got back to my car, started the engine, and followed the glittering red taillights of the luxury sedan into the night…

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Summers in V City often bring rain, and this night, a light drizzle began. The pattering rain drifted in the air, its reflection in the streetlights making it even more hazy. Mixed with the bitter sea breeze, it was damp and sticky, casting a thin mist over the world.

I drove, following the luxury sedan at a distance, my mind racing with anxious anticipation of all possibilities. Would Lien let Xiaohui go in the face of his father's reputation? Or would he bluff and pretend not to care? Or even turn the tables and argue with me about the source of the photos? If that happened, how should I respond?

Furthermore, what always bothered me was how Xiaohui would view my infiltration of Dr.'s country. Would she be grateful? Would she love me even more? Or would she look down on me?

My mind was in turmoil, but having come this far, I couldn't back down. I could only keep an eye on the car ahead in the dark rain and mist, carefully following.

After about an hour, the luxury car finally left the highway and entered a small town surrounded by trees. I had been distracted the whole way, and the rain had blurred my vision, so I hadn't paid attention to the road. Now, looking at the villas on both sides, I couldn't help but feel a sense of doubt—where was Lien's hotel? Logically speaking, the more upscale hotels should be in the bustling downtown area of V City, right? Judging from how quiet this place was, it should be an upper-class residential area. Why was Lien here?

There were fewer and fewer cars on the road, so I didn't dare to follow too closely. I could only drive at a distance, focusing entirely on the road and the vehicles, unable to think about anything else.

After about another ten minutes, the luxury car slowed down and stopped in front of a gate that seemed somewhat familiar.

I stopped the car a distance away and peered through the rain at the house. A sudden, overwhelming shock gripped me—it was an old house at the end of a small road, built of gray bricks, its age accentuated by the surrounding elm trees. The yard was incredibly spacious, and the house itself was a large three-story villa with an attic.

This was number 246, Oak Street—the address in Cheng Jie's computer—the one I'd visited before!

Even more alarming was that this place, which had always looked dilapidated and abandoned, was now brightly lit, with dazzling light spilling through the gaps in the heavy velvet curtains!

Damn! That luxury car had brought Xiao Hui here! Did Li En live here? No, impossible. This was the address in Cheng Jie's computer. Cheng Jie shouldn't know about Dr. Guo, only about that old flame—could it be that Xiao Hui wasn't going to see Li En tonight, but rather that old flame?!

I was filled with doubt and trepidation. I cautiously looked around, quietly got out of the car, hid behind the bushes by the roadside, and carefully walked to the opposite side of the old house in the dark rain.

Once, this place was deserted, but now, not only can you hear classical music playing softly inside, but four or five bodyguards in black suits stand outside the gate.

Through the thin drizzle, a car with its engine running and exhaust fumes wisps of white smoke hangs outside the iron gate for about ten minutes. Then, with a creak, the gate slowly opens, and accompanied by two bodyguards, a tall, thin, white man with gray hair, dressed in a black, high-class suit, appears in the doorway. The man has a full beard and still wears sunglasses. Needless to say, it's the same old flame who toyed with Xiaohui after the party!

Good heavens! This is completely unexpected! What on earth is going on?!

I crouch behind the bushes, feeling the cool rain on my face, my heart pounding, my mind racing. Dr. Guo and this K must have a grudge. Lien couldn't possibly be here, and Dr. Guo's email to Xiaohui explicitly threatened her, demanding she see Lien tonight. Yet Xiaohui is here at this old house—does this mean Xiaohui is turning to this old flame again to escape Dr. Guo's threats?

Compromising between Dr. Guo and this K, won't Xiaohui be the one who suffers in the end? Doesn't Xiaohui understand that doing this is like drinking poison to quench thirst?

What should I do? The photos I have can be used as leverage against Dr. Guo, but I'm completely helpless against this old flame!

With a soft "click," the car door opened, and Xiaohui's beautiful figure appeared in the doorway light. I couldn't help but gasp—Xiaohui was no longer wearing a t-shirt and jeans, but an exceptionally elegant and luxurious backless black evening gown!

Xiao Hui's smooth, shiny black hair was styled into an elegant evening updo. Her floor-length black evening gown was made of exquisitely shimmering satin. The fitted design and flowing skirt accentuated her graceful figure, making her even more elegant and captivating. The deep V-neck back design revealed her snow-white, slender neck, smooth, jade-like shoulders, and flawless, perfectly curved, delicate white back, all strikingly exposed. Against the backdrop of the luxurious black gown, it added a touch of alluring sensuality to the dignified elegance.

This evening gown was unlike anything I'd ever seen before; similar styles in stores would cost tens of thousands of yuan! Could it have been a gift from her old flame?

Right before her eyes, the old man seemed to be whispering something provocative in the child's ear, and Xiao Hui smiled knowingly, saying sweetly in English, "Hehe, you really are~ always making fun of me~" The quiet night made Xiao Hui's silvery voice exceptionally clear. Then, the old white man chuckled and gently put his arm around Xiao Hui's slender waist, leading her into the courtyard like a gentleman. At the same time, the door of the old house was pushed open, and although she couldn't see clearly, several figures were pointing and staring at Xiao Hui from the doorway.

Damn it! What should I do!

What awaits Xiao Hui inside! Is she to be humiliated by that old lover! Or to be taken advantage of by more men in turns! What kind of place is this No. 246! At least my intuition tells me that this is definitely not an ordinary dinner party!

I was going to confess to Xiao Hui, I was going to stop Xiao Hui from being bullied by Lien, but now, the appearance of the old lover is completely unexpected. What should I do now!

Now, if I just take one step and call out Xiaohui's name, I can temporarily stop her. But once it happens, there's no going back. All the secrets between Xiaohui and me will be revealed. Will we still be able to be together then?

I crouched behind the bushes, each second feeling like an eternity. My palms were sweating, my heart was pounding, and although my body was motionless, I was panting heavily, like someone who had just finished a long run.

I had sworn to protect Xiaohui, but I had always been helpless. Suddenly, I felt that this might be the only chance God had given me!

What should I say to Xiaohui?

What should I say to that old flame?

Maybe I could use my phone to photograph the scene before me to blackmail him?

But what awaited me?

What awaited Xiaohui and me?

Watching Xiaohui step by step into the front yard with that old man, watching the iron gate close inch by inch, I knew in my heart that I couldn't wait any longer. If I waited, I might miss the only chance to save Xiaohui, the only chance to fight against that old flame!

I felt my whole body trembling uncontrollably, whether from the rain or cold sweat, my clothes seemed soaked through. I took a deep breath, as if disregarding life and death, pulled out my phone and snapped a few pictures of the scene before me. Then, I pushed off with my legs and stood up, opening my mouth wide and shouting in English,

"Let go of that girl! ~Willia! ~You belong to me! ~" My voice rang out like a thunderclap in the empty, rainy night!

All eyes near the old house turned to me...

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