Chapter 243 Theres Something Inside His Body (1/2)

Xin Qing turned her head around and stared at Ying Qingcang in utter disbelief. It was like she barely knew the man at all.

”How can you be so shameless?” Xin Qing could not believe what she was seeing. Was this still the same man she loved?

Gentle moonlight shone down upon their bodies. As Ying Qingcang slowly bent his body at his waist, Xin Qing was forced to take consecutive steps backwards. When she felt her back hit the wall, she held her hand out in front of her chest to prevent Ying Qingcang from coming any closer. Ying Qingcang lowered his head towards her and she noticed the way his eyes were sparkling as if they held bits and pieces of starlight in them.

”If this isn't what you wanted, would you be sneaking glances at me during dinner? If you don't want this, then why is your face so red?”

Xin Qing could practically hear her own heartbeat at this point. She highly suspected that her eyes had been playing tricks on her; it was just not possible for Ying Qingcang to look at her with that kind of eyes...

”Go away, I'm not interested in your investment.” Xin Qing centered her emotions and leaned back against the wall as if it were her only lifeline. Ying Qingcang would be breathing right into her ear if she lowered her head, which meant she had no choice but to raise her head high and stare up at him.

Once again, Ying Qingcang's expression revealed the kind of smile that was filled with mockery and ridicule. ”Haha. Are you trying to get me to kiss you?”

”In your dreams. You...” Xin Qing's words were cut off by the press of his lips on her own.

In an instant, her entire oral cavity was suffused with Ying Qingcang's taste. It was like he had assaulted her mouth with a force capable of conquering an entire city. Xin Qing's eyes widened and, slowly, she realized that Ying Qingcang's kisses were becoming gentler. Her eyes gradually turned hazy with lust, and soon, she found herself matching his rhythm. Unbeknownst to her, her arms had looped around the man's neck some time amidst all the action.

”Ah Qing!” There was a loud yell. Jiang Qianren rushed over and shoved Ying Qingcang aside.

Xin Qing jumped in fright, pressing her palm to her lips as she allowed Jiang Qianren to pull her into his arms.

”I've really overestimated your character, President Ying. It turns out that you're just another shameless lowlife who bullies women.”

Ying Qingcang looked steadily at Xin Qing, his eyes darkening slightly. Then, a playful smirk formed on his lips. ”Bully? When did you see me bullying her?” Ying Qingcang's intense gazed remained fixed upon Xin Qing. ”Weren't you into it just now? You even hugged me back.”

”President Ying, I think it's best if we have a civilized discussion,” Xin Qing said, pushing herself away from Jiang Qianren. After tidying up her clothes, she met Ying Qingcang's gaze with a serious expression. She did not want to lose her self-control every time she saw him. Every time something humiliating like this happened, she would feel an urge to slap herself afterwards.

However, Ying Qingcang was unwilling to play ball. Instead of staying to talk, he slowly made his way back to his room. Jiang Qianren stepped in and blocked his path. ”No matter what your intentions are, Xin Qing is now the woman I'm interested in. Come at me if you dare. Let's see which one between us will perish first.”

”You're interested in her?” Ying Qingcang halted his steps, angling his head to look at Jiang Qianren. ”Well, then I look forward to see how she can marry into your family. Haha!”

Xin Qing watched as Ying Qingcang shut the door of his room. Everything she had wanted to say was now swallowed back down her throat. She glared at Jiang Qianren. ”Can you not add to my troubles?”

”I was being serious. I'm head over heels for you. But you've known that a long time ago, haven't you?” Jiang Qianren yawned. ”Well, time to sleep!”

Xin Qing did not sleep well at all for the remainder of the night; her mind was filled with thoughts of Ying Qingcang. After a while, she thought she suddenly saw him walking towards her, completely naked. The next thing she knew, he was pulling her into his arms while she reciprocated his advances by wrapping her naked legs around his equally naked waist. Xin Qing released a loud scream. Her eyes snapped open.

Phew... She sighed in relief. It was just a dream.

”Mommy!” A knocking sound came from her door. ”Are you awake? It's time for breakfast!”

Xin Qing quickly washed up and got dressed before she headed downstairs. Breakfast was already served courtesy of Ah Che. Then again, most of them were ready-made foods. All he had to do was heat them up. There was plenty of milk, though; Jiang Qianren brought along an entire crate, and Ying Qingcang added another afterwards.

”Didn't you want to talk? I have time after breakfast.” Ying Qingcang said, looking at Xin Qing as though last night's incident never happened.

”Well, I no longer feel like discussing anything with you right now,” Xin Qing answered as she sipped her milk.

”If you're that worried, you can always ask him to be in the same room while we talk,” Ying Qingcang said, pointing at Jiang Qianren. The latter's gaze settled on Xin Qing's face. Xin Qing set down her glass of milk and stood up. ”No need. Let's go!” She said. Jiang Qianren frowned at her reaction. He had planned to go after her at first. But afterwards, he decided to stay put.

They went into a small guest bedroom which was equipped with all kinds of acoustic facilities. It was probably used as some kind of game room in the past. Xin Qing stood in front of the window. ”Talk,” she said.

”No need to be so nervous. In broad daylight like this? I wouldn't be interested even if you want to try something.” Ying Qingcang sat down on the couch and crossed his leg, staring back at her.

Xin Qing bit her lip. ”Just get out if you keep talking rubbish like that.”

”Fine. It's about this piece of land. Within this forest, in an area near the mountain, there's an underground cave. There are a lot of natural geysers and springs inside that cave. The spring water has a temperature of 40 degrees, which is lower than the temperature of most hot springs. But it's still natural spring water.”

When Ying Qingcang did not speak after a while, Xin Qing frowned. ”So you bought this land because you saw value in the geysers inside the cave? Okay. But why tell me now?” She asked.

”Because I lack the funds to make a full investment,” Ying Qingcang said with a shrug. ”I've always disliked working with banks, so I chose you instead.”

Xin Qing released a caustic laugh. ”Have you forgotten about our current positions? Right now you're trying to reclaim Ying Enterprises and I'm the one standing in your way. Under those circumstances, you're telling me that you want to collaborate with Xin Enterprises? Do you actually think that's possible?”

”Don't be so quick to reject the idea,” Ying Qingcang said, rising to his feet. ”There are no permanent enemies in the business world, only permanent benefits. You can go back and think about it. Maybe try discussing it with the others before you give me an answer.”

Xin Qing was about to tell him that no discussions were necessary, but then she realized that Ying Qingcang was already walking away in quick strides. She glanced out the window again and saw the blizzard that was still raging outside. A moment later, she stomped her foot in frustration. The next day, other than coming out for meals, Ying Qingcang had shut himself inside his room. Xin Qing, Jiang Qianren, and Ah Che were having a conversation in the living room while the children were all upstairs playing. That night when Xin Qing was about to turn in, Xiao Rui snuck into her room.

”Mom, there's something inside his body.”

Xin Qing did not need to be told to know whom Xiao Rui was referring to. ”What is it? What did you sense?” She asked in shock.