Chapter 317 - Birthday party (2/2)

She really wanted to do it again, but it seemed like they both needed a breather. With a faint laugh to herself, Ying Sheng headed to her room, hoping to channel some of her happiness into some hard work.

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The club was swarming with young a.d.u.l.ts as they danced out on the dance floor, crowded around at the bar, or hung around in the lounges together. Liam lifted his glass of Jack and Coke to his lips, taking a deep sip and internally grimacing at the bold punch from the whiskey. He was sitting in Dong Yishan's private lounge for her birthday, surrounded by Ying Sheng Dong Yishan, and some of Dongother friends.

”Happy birthday to me!” Dong Yishan cried out as she lifted her shot glass to everyone.

”Yeah!” Xing Yue joined in as he lifted his glass, the tequila lightly sloshing over the rim.

Ying Sheng cheered as she downed her shot, wincing a little at the taste before breaking out into a light laugh. She glanced over at Liam with a smile, her eyes having found his throughout most of the night.

Liam couldn't stop thinking about their kiss a few days ago. It wasn't how he pictured their first kiss as a couple, but it had still felt perfect. She was sweet and hot, and he was surprised they hadn't gone further with how the chemistry felt in that moment. However, he was sure that they both realized that it wasn't the right time.

They had been friends for so long now. If they were going to sleep together, it had to be the right time. One bad s.e.x session could potentially ruin their chances together, and he didn't want to be faced with that. He would know when the time was right. He wouldn't be able to deny himself any longer.

”Let's get another round! Liam, you're drinking!” Dong Yishan called out to him from across the circular table in the center of all the padded couches in their area.

Liam chuckled and nodded, figuring he could do one shot for the birthday girl. He was already on his second whiskey, so he might as well keep going. The alcohol numbed most of his nervousness of being out in a chaotic place like this, and having Ying Sheng nearby also helped a ton. He could just look over at her and feel comforted.

”How many rounds has that been for you, birthday girl?” Xing Yue smirked at Dong Yishan as he gestured to all of the empty shot glasses that already littered the table in front of them.

”We'll keep going until we reach my age,” Dong Yishan giggled into her hand.