The wooden beauty of Young Master Sheng(211-215)

Chapter 211: Wronged!


Xia Changli fell silent for a moment. "I've probably seen through it. He's an impulsive and paranoid person. I can't respond to someone so immature. I will talk to him and make things clear."


The two rushed over together, and Ye Xi's elder brother, Ye Shao, scrutinized Jiang Chenchen with a serious gaze.


Is this the rumored woman of Young Master Sheng?

She doesn't look bad, more delicate than the beautiful women he has seen, but very understated, with an outstanding temperament.


"Brother, don't bother looking; you have no chance!" Ye Xi, with a cheeky grin, was immediately slapped on the head by his brother, suppressing him.


This brother was quite fierce.


"Shut up! You cause trouble everywhere, making enemies everywhere." Ye Shao scolded him.


Ye Xi shook his head, trying to fix his hairstyle. "I can't even speak the truth, right? Brother, don't always hit my head. I was quite smart as a child, but you've beaten the cleverness out of me..."


"You better shut up."


Ye Shao didn't want to hear his nonsense, so he turned to Jiang Chenchen and said, "You've seen it here. I don't know which one of your friends initiated this surprise attack and injured someone. I won't let this matter be resolved so easily; it must be handed over to the police."


Zhao Han, pinned to the ground, kept his head down. From the moment he saw Xia Changli arriving, his whole body trembled. His face turned gloomy, and she witnessed his most miserable side. He said nothing.


Xia Changli's expression tightened. She shifted her gaze from Zhao Han and said to Ye Shao, "I am his teacher. We will handle this matter the way it needs to be handled."


Jiang Chenchen held her hand on the side, noticing that it was sweaty.


The matter was handed over to the police, and although it didn't result in any injuries, Zhao Han was still detained for fifteen days.


After talking earnestly with him in the detention center, Xia Changli opened up about her inner thoughts, asking him to mature. She explained that when he could control his emotions and show some growth, then they could talk about the so-called future.


Zhao Han, with his slightly long bangs covering his eyes, stared at her. After she frankly expressed herself, he remained silent for a long time. Finally, he said, "Okay, let's make a deal."


Xia Changli replied, "I can't make any promises because the future is too uncertain. Moreover, when you mature, you may not have the same thoughts. We'll see what happens in the future."


Zhao Han, with a concentrated gaze, said, "Alright, we'll see in the future then."


He stood up, leaving only his back.


His voice echoed, "Rest assured, I won't bother you until then."


Xia Changli subconsciously stood up, but whether it was relief or something else, she stared blankly at his departing figure, feeling like there might be no future.


...


Jiang Chenchen waited outside for Xia Changli, while Ye Xi stood beside her, insisting that he was wrongly accused.


"Although I have a fast pace of falling in love, every relationship was consensual. Anyone who clarified the breakup, whether it was breakup compensation or other benefits, I generously provided. Everyone parts on good terms.


But since you took my money, can't you at least not turn around and frame me? Besides, I'm not the kind of person who gets involved with every woman. I really didn't do anything to the bar owner's sister. We just had a chat at the hotel. Do you believe that?"


Jiang Chenchen nodded in response, "Is that so?"


Ye Shao, who was nearby, couldn't stand it. Was Young Master Sheng's woman really that naive?

He kicked Ye Xi over to her, and even he couldn't lay a hand on him.


With a head of messy light blue curls, his handsome white face turned red with anxiety. "Brother, you can't just say things like that! This needs evidence. If I did it, I would admit it immediately, but why should I admit to something I didn't do?"


"Then go find evidence of your innocence yourself. If someone chopped you on the street, don't say I didn't save you. If you've made your own bed, lie in it." Ye Shao didn't want to deal with him anymore. In case of any trouble, he would have to deal with it himself.

He glared at him fiercely and then got into the car.


Seeing his brother leave, Ye Xi breathed a sigh of relief. Growing up under his brother's fists left him with some trauma; whenever his brother moved, he instinctively fled.


He ran his hand through his hair, then looked at Jiang Chenchen with great difficulty. "See that? My brother is ruthless. I will definitely investigate this matter. I won't let you and your friend be implicated due to last night."


"Is what you're saying true?"


Ye Xi was a bit excited. "Why would I lie to you? I'll go check the surveillance footage of that hotel. I was really just chatting and playing cards. There was another friend with us. It was getting late, so we got a room, and the three of us played cards in one room. Later, we all got tired, and they went back to their rooms. When I woke up, nothing had happened. I had only known that girl for a week. Later, I found her too clingy, so we broke up. She agreed at the time, but who knew she would suddenly claim to be pregnant?"


He finished speaking, pounded his chest, feeling that he might be framed in this matter.


Suddenly, his phone in his pocket rang. Taking out the phone and seeing that it was an unknown number, he was a bit puzzled. After answering, he hummed a few times. His expression changed slightly. "Okay, that's it."


He hung up and looked at Jiang Chenchen. "I have something to take care of; I'm leaving."


Ye Xi hailed a taxi and hurried away.


Although Jiang Chenchen didn't hear exactly what was said on the phone, it seemed like a female voice.


Could it be the girl that made Ye Xi change his expression so suddenly?


Xia Changli came out, and they went to eat something nearby. They chatted casually, but Jiang Chenchen could see that Xia Changli still had something on her mind. However, it wasn't suitable to ask in a crowded place.


Seeing Xia Changli hesitating, Jiang Chenchen moved her empty bowl forward, placed both hands on the small table, and leaned closer. "If you want to talk about it, I'm here to listen."


Xia Changli smiled gratefully, "Chenchen, thank you. I'm really fine. Sometimes, you just need time to digest things. I have a part-time job later; when I'm busy, I tend to forget about it."


"Is what you said true?"


Ye Xi seemed a bit excited. "Why would I lie to you? I'll go check the surveillance footage of that hotel. I was really just chatting and playing cards. There was another friend with us. It was getting late, so we got a room, and the three of us played cards in one room. Later, we all got tired, and they went back to their rooms. When I woke up, nothing had happened. I had only known that girl for a week. Later, I found her too clingy, so we broke up. She agreed at the time, but who knew she would suddenly claim to be pregnant?"


He finished speaking, pounded his chest, feeling that he might be framed in this matter.


Suddenly, his phone in his pocket rang. Taking out the phone and seeing that it was an unknown number, he was a bit puzzled. After answering, he hummed a few times. His expression changed slightly. "Okay, that's it."


He hung up and looked at Jiang Chenchen. "I have something to take care of; I'm leaving."


Ye Xi hailed a taxi and hurried away.


Although Jiang Chenchen didn't hear exactly what was said on the phone, it seemed like a female voice.


Could it be the girl that made Ye Xi change his expression so suddenly?


Xia Changli came out, and they went to eat something nearby. They chatted casually, but Jiang Chenchen could see that Xia Changli still had something on her mind. However, it wasn't suitable to ask in a crowded place.


Seeing Xia Changli hesitating, Jiang Chenchen moved her empty bowl forward, placed both hands on the small table, and leaned closer. "If you want to talk about it, I'm here to listen."


Xia Changli smiled gratefully, "Chenchen, thank you. I'm really fine. Sometimes, you just need time to digest things. I have a part-time job later; when I'm busy, I tend to forget about it."


"You're going to work later, so I'll go to the library to read."


After parting ways, Jiang Chenchen went to the library to read. She flipped through some ancient medical books on the shelves, wanting to find out why her body's constitution was always different from others—capable of self-digestion and detoxification. She found mention of such people in ancient texts, individuals with abnormal absorption and metabolism capabilities. For example, some people wouldn't get drunk no matter how much they drank but would sweat profusely without any signs of intoxication.


However, her situation was much more complex than that.


Lost in thought, she suddenly felt a tap on her shoulder.











Chapter 212: Blood Issues


The hand didn't land on her shoulder; Jiang Chenchen instinctively sidestepped quickly. She turned to see that it was someone she knew.


It was Sheng Mingsi's cousin, Fang Yiqing, dressed in an elegant long dress with a pair of delicate sandals. Her makeup was simple, looking quite different from the previous two encounters, appearing more plain.


Moreover, she could walk so silently in high heels?


Fang Yiqing smiled at her and lowered her voice. "Didn't expect your vigilance to be quite high."


So it was intentional.


Jiang Chenchen looked at her. "Are you here to read too?"


"Yes, didn't expect to run into you here. It's been a long time since I last saw you. I heard you went to A Country?" Fang Yiqing glanced at the book in her hand and casually browsed the shelf.


Jiang Chenchen was surprised at her knowledge. "How did you know?"


Fang Yiqing turned to look at her, a sly smile on her face. "I know a lot. For example, you gave blood to Zhan Chen."


"Did someone from over there tell you, or did Zhan Chen tell you?"


"How could Zhan Chen, that kind of person, tell me?"


Fang Yiqing picked a book, gestured with her eyes to go sit somewhere quieter, found a less crowded place, and sat down. Then, she looked at the person sitting across from her and said softly, "Jiang Chenchen, sometimes I'm curious, who exactly are you?"


"What do you want to say?"


"Do you know? Zhan Chen's body has suddenly improved. Although compared to our healthy bodies, it's still far from perfect, but miraculously, it's been developing towards better indices in these past few days. Isn't that magical?"


Fang Yiqing looked at her with an indifferent gaze.


Jiang Chenchen didn't pay attention to her gaze but said, "Is Zhan Chen's body getting better due to the skillful Ah Si's operation?"


Fang Yiqing curled her lips, wondering if Sheng Mingsi was really capable of finding a girlfriend.


"You should think about whether it's because of your blood."


"Huh?"


She had inputted a large amount of blood, causing her nearly fever-proof body to have a fever. She slept drowsily for a long time before recovering.


Was it really her blood that caused Zhan Chen's body to improve?


Jiang Chenchen, thinking about her unique body constitution, speculated that blood might be the dominant factor. The ancient books in her hands had similar cases.


Fang Yiqing looked at her reaction. "Have you remembered something?"


She had checked Jiang Chenchen's identity. Besides the words "mental hospital," there was no other information, deliberately hidden. It was quite intriguing.


Although the blood issue was just a guess, there was no better explanation to prove that the situation had undergone significant changes due to her blood input.


So if it was true, this special body, once known to the outside world, would undoubtedly become a coveted object for researchers, and the situation wouldn't be so favorable.


Even with the protection of the Imperial Capital's Sheng Mingsi, it would be challenging to resist the storm.


Jiang Chenchen had no idea the problem would be so complex. When Fang Yiqing asked, she shook her head. "I don't know. It just feels too unbelievable."


"Why did you suddenly read this kind of book?"


Although Fang Yiqing couldn't see any other emotions on her face, no concealment, she always felt that she must be as mysterious as she had imagined, not simple.


"I happened to come across it, so I casually took a look. Are you interested?"



Jiang Chenchen picked up the book in her hand. "I'm about to start school, so I might need it in the future."


Fang Yiqing raised an eyebrow but didn't comment. "Since you like these kinds of books, I have one that might interest you too."


She handed it over. "You can borrow it and take it home. But there's only one here; I have the complete set at home. If you're interested, I can take you to my place to get it."


Jiang Chenchen took the book from her. It was about hematology. She flipped through a few pages and then looked at Fang Yiqing. "You have the complete set at home?"


"I can lend it to you with no time limit." Fang Yiqing looked at her with a smile. "Since it's not early now, how about I treat you to something to eat, and then we can go to my place?"


Jiang Chenchen thought for a moment. "Maybe next time. I have plans to have dinner with friends tonight."


Fang Yiqing shrugged. "Alright, whenever you want to borrow the book, just come find me. By the way, regarding what we talked about Zhan Chen, I hope you keep it confidential. Don't tell anyone else."


"Even Ah Si?"


"Huh, changed the name?"


"Yeah."


Fang Yiqing smiled, her expression charming. "It seems like I assisted you last time, didn't I?"


Jiang Chenchen remembered the incident at the hotel when Fang Yiqing called her over and gave her a bit of a biology lesson.


Seeing Jiang Chenchen remain silent, Fang Yiqing didn't tease her further. "Don't tell Mingsi about this matter either. After all, he probably doesn't want to hear news about Zhan Chen from your mouth, right?"


Jiang Chenchen thought for a moment and nodded.


Checking the time, Fang Yiqing didn't stay any longer. "I'll be going then. Call me if you need anything."


"Wait."


"What's up?"


Jiang Chenchen looked at her. "After dinner, can I come to find you?"


Fang Yiqing's eyes flickered slightly, and she slightly opened her red lips. "Of course."


"Good, I'll contact you."


After Fang Yiqing left, Jiang Chenchen continued to read for a while, but her thoughts were focused on the issue of blood.


She took out her phone, found Zhan Chen's contact information, wanting to call and confirm, but she held back.


After finally getting away, suddenly making a call would be awkward.


She put down her phone and stayed in the library until she received a message from Xia Changli before leaving.


Bai Junwen finished work first, went to the supermarket to buy ingredients, and the three of them planned to have hot pot tonight.


After happily eating, Jiang Chenchen and Sheng Mingsi called to say they would be home later.


Following the address Fang Yiqing sent, Jiang Chenchen went to her place.


Fang Yiqing lived in a high-end apartment building with strong privacy—one floor, two households.


Jiang Chenchen took the elevator up to 1701, pressed the doorbell, and it took a while before someone answered the door.


Fang Yiqing had taken a shower and was wearing pajamas, her long curls wrapped in a towel. She stepped aside to let Jiang Chenchen in. "The house is a bit messy, just sit anywhere."


Indeed, the house was a bit messy, with many books and clothes on the sofa.


A shelf with a skull stood at the entrance.


Jiang Chenchen glanced at it and prepared to change her shoes.


Seeing this, Fang Yiqing looked at her and smiled gently. "You're really unique. Most men would be scared when they see this, but you're not afraid at all."


"I don't find it scary."


"It's something that's not scary at all."


Fang Yiqing closed the door and walked inside. "Feel free in my place. You can sit first; I'll blow-dry my hair."









Chapter 213: Is it Dangerous? Are You Afraid?


Jiang Chenchen sat down on the sofa, casually tidying up the things nearby. The complete set of books was on the coffee table, and she flipped through them absentmindedly.


Fang Yiqing came out of the bathroom, playing with her newly blow-dried long curly hair, and looked at Jiang Chenchen. "Want something to drink?"


"No, thanks."


"How about I peel an apple for you?"


Before Jiang Chenchen could refuse, Fang Yiqing had already taken an apple from the fruit plate on the dining table. Simultaneously, she grabbed a fruit knife and sat down beside her, skillfully peeling the apple.


"Why were you in such a hurry to borrow the book?"


"No reason. Just thought it's rare to meet, and it would be troublesome to disturb you later."


"Is that really the case, or do you know yourself well and have an interest in certain things?"


"I just like reading books."


Fang Yiqing chuckled lightly at her response, peeling the apple at a fast pace. "Well, that's nice."


She handed the peeled apple to Jiang Chenchen, tossing the apple peels into the nearby trash bin.


Jiang Chenchen took the apple, took a bite under Fang Yiqing's gaze, and said, "Thanks, it's sweet."


"It's a must!" Fang Yiqing wiped her hands with a tissue, nonchalantly saying, "With my skillful hands from surgery, peeling an apple is no less impressive."


Jiang Chenchen looked at her hands, fair and powerful. "How many surgeries have you done?"


"Too many to count."


"Do you feel scared the first time you perform surgery?"


"Not really. Because when I was an assistant, I had already experienced the real feeling of dealing with bloody patients."


Fang Yiqing picked up the fruit knife on the table and held it in a surgical manner in front of her. "Actually, how should I put it? It seems like I've known since I was little what I wanted to do. I've been working towards that goal all along.


Although my parents didn't fully support me doing this, saying that a girl could find a well-matched man after going to college, as our family doesn't lack money, why go through such a strenuous job that requires staying up late? Wouldn't it be better to live comfortably without worries?


But I just like it. I'm the kind of person who does what I want, and my parents couldn't do anything about it. Later, I went abroad for further studies, gained a bit of fame, worked tirelessly for half a year without sleeping more than five hours a night.


Every day, the schedule was packed with surgeries, and I never failed in any of them. It felt like I was doing something sacred. But later, you know what happened? My medical license was revoked. I couldn't practice medicine in any hospital abroad."


Jiang Chenchen was puzzled. "Why did that happen?"


"Because this world is so dark." Fang Yiqing held the surgical knife against her forehead, smiling gracefully. "Including every person. Maybe everyone in your eyes wears a mask—appearing kind on the surface. But the darkness is hidden in their hearts."


The sharp knife was just a hair's breadth away from her forehead, stopping abruptly. Jiang Chenchen had already reached out and grabbed Fang Yiqing's wrist. "It's too dangerous."


Fang Yiqing froze for a moment, squinting her eyes. "Yeah, it's dangerous. Are you afraid?"


"Put the knife down, and it won't be dangerous anymore."


Jiang Chenchen took the fruit knife from her hand and continued eating the apple.


Seeing this, Fang Yiqing turned her wrist and looked at her with an ambiguous expression. "Although you seem dull, you're quite clear-headed. Coming to my place today isn't just about borrowing books, right?"


"It really is just about borrowing books."


"Did I overthink it?" Fang Yiqing leaned against the sofa lazily, "Well, I won't beat around the bush. Currently, I'm interested in the matter of your body and blood. Perhaps you've already noticed it yourself. Do you want me to help you investigate?"


Seeing her eating the apple without looking up or responding, Fang Yiqing continued, "You can rest assured, whether you agree or not, I'll keep it confidential. Although I don't have many friends, I have a good character and a tight lip."


Jiang Chenchen finished the apple, tossed the core into the trash bin, and then looked at her. "Not for now, thank you."


Fang Yiqing probably guessed she would answer this way. "Alright, whenever you're ready, give me a call."


Actually, it wouldn't be difficult to obtain blood from her for testing. A bit of manipulation would do the trick. However, in the moment when she took down the knife, Fang Yiqing suddenly changed her mind.


Jiang Chenchen's inner strength and transparency far exceeded what Fang Yiqing had imagined. Everything was wrapped beneath her seemingly pure and indifferent exterior, possessing a unique logic of thought and the ability to face external dangers.


At least when Fang Yiqing had the knife pointed at her forehead, she felt like Jiang Chenchen could easily twist her own wrist.


Fang Yiqing thought, let's wait for her to come to me. Perhaps that would be the best time.


Jiang Chenchen put the set of books into her handbag, feeling its weight, and hugged it against her chest.


"When I finish reading them, I'll return them to you. I'll do it quickly."


"No need to rush. Take your time. Besides, they're just idle here with me," Fang Yiqing waved her hand and yawned. "Don't hurry to leave. I'll drive you later."


"No need..."


But Fang Yiqing didn't pay attention to her words, went back to the room to change into a sexy long dress with a high slit, picked up a makeup bag, and sat cross-legged on the sofa. She applied a simple makeup routine in front of a small mirror.


In the end, she applied a bright red lipstick, put down the lipstick, and looked at Jiang Chenchen with a side glance. "Does it look strange to watch me put on makeup?"


Jiang Chenchen shook her head, "No, it looks good."


She watched as Fang Yiqing swiftly transformed from an elegant appearance to a sexy and charming one.


Fang Yiqing smiled, "You have such a sweet mouth."


She picked a lipstick from the collection, twisted it open, and said, "Hmm, this one should suit you. Let me try it on for you."


It wasn't a question; she directly applied it to Jiang Chenchen, who didn't resist and let her do it.


Although Jiang Chenchen had been made up before, during the recording of variety shows by a makeup artist, which took quite a long time, and the makeup was quite thick.


After Fang Yiqing finished applying lipstick for her, she admired her, "Hmm, your plump lips look like they could be bitten. Although I have to admit that you're beautiful even without makeup or lipstick, sometimes changing your makeup style or trying a different lip color gives people a different kind of excitement. Do you understand?"


"Hmm?"


Jiang Chenchen looked in the mirror, "Oh."


"What 'oh'!" Fang Yiqing pointed at her head with her finger, laughed, sprayed perfume behind her ear, and then also applied it to Jiang Chenchen.


"Alright, ready to go."


Upon hearing this, Jiang Chenchen stood up, "Where are you going?"


"The nightlife is the most enjoyable, isn't it?" Fang Yiqing tousled her long curly hair, "When you get tired of Ming Si one day, I'll take you out to have some fun."












Chapter 214: Wanting to Kiss


Jiang Chenchen: "...No need."


Fang Yiqing changed into high heels at the shoe cabinet and couldn't help but comment, "He's quite skillful."


"Hmm?" Jiang Chenchen looked at her.


Leaning against the shoe cabinet, Fang Yiqing blinked at her. "There will be handsome boys at school in the future. Being held tightly by a man, you might miss out on a lot of scenery."


"Scenery?"


"Acting dumb again."


Fang Yiqing didn't say anything more, took the keys, and went downstairs. She drove Jiang Chenchen home and said, "Whether you have something to do or not, give me a call. I'll treat you to dinner."


"Okay."


Jiang Chenchen got out of the car and said goodbye to her, then went home.


It was very late, and the house was quiet with no lights on.


She changed her shoes and stealthily went upstairs, afraid of waking up Sheng Mingsi. However, when she turned the corner on the second floor, she saw him standing on the steps.


The hallway had dim lights, and Sheng Mingsi, holding a cup of coffee, looked down at her. "Why are you just coming back?"


Carrying her handbag, Jiang Chenchen went upstairs. "Had dinner at Lili's place and then borrowed some books."


Sheng Mingsi took her handbag, finding it quite heavy. "So many books?"


His gaze swept over her lips, and he detected the fragrance of her perfume when she approached.


A faint, subtle scent drifted into his nostrils, momentarily pausing his thoughts.


However, he concealed all these observations behind his cold and dark expression.


"It's a complete set of medical books, so it's quite heavy."


Jiang Chenchen hurriedly tried to take the handbag back, but he handed her the coffee cup. "Take this."


"Oh."


She took it in both hands, the aroma of coffee wafting. She licked her lips, looking up at him. "Can I drink it?"


This unconscious action was all within his sight. Sheng Mingsi's eyelids twitched, and he shifted his gaze away. "It's too late. I'll make you a glass of milk later."


Jiang Chenchen glanced at the coffee again. "Alright."


Sheng Mingsi placed the books on the shelf in the study. "These are collector's editions. Where did you borrow them?"


"I borrowed them from your cousin. I ran into her at the library today. There was only one book there, so she lent me her entire collection."


Jiang Chenchen briefly explained, looking through some of the books.


"Cousin is carefree. Do whatever you want when you're with her. She's done a lot of outrageous things. Just be a bit cautious around her."


"She's nice."


"Yeah, I'm not telling you to be on guard. Just be aware."


As Sheng Mingsi spoke, he took the coffee cup from her. Unintentionally, his gaze fell on her lips, plump, full, and vibrant.


His gaze lingered for a few seconds, and when he looked away, it coincided with Jiang Chenchen's eyes meeting his.


The air stagnated for a moment, an odd atmosphere spreading, much like the subtle fragrance that emanated from her silent perfume.


"Chenchen."


He called her name in a low voice.


Even the sound of her name became deep, magnetic, and ambiguous.


Jiang Chenchen noticed that his gaze had focused on her lips, so she instinctively touched them with her fingertips and smiled gently at him. "Does it look good?"


Sheng Mingsi's Adam's apple moved, feeling inexplicably dry. It was just an ordinary little movement, yet it was filled with allure.


He lowered his head to take a sip of coffee, concealing his emotions at the moment, and walked out of the study. "Chenchen, go rest in your room. It's very late."


Jiang Chenchen walked in front of him and blocked his way. "Ah Si, did you just want to kiss me?"


Sheng Mingsi: "..."


He looked down at her, surprised at how straightforwardly she exposed his feelings. Though shocked, he couldn't hide his breath, and the pulsing of his heart was unmistakable.


Her pure and candid gaze, staring straight at him, directly asked the question, leaving him unable to restrain himself.


"Yeah," he admitted.


He reached out, cupping her face, lowering his head to touch foreheads, his breath growing heavier.


"I wanted to kiss you."


His husky voice spoke, and his icy lips pressed down heavily.


Her plump lips carried a sweet, fruity taste, pure and enticing to the taste buds. Unlike the previous kisses, this one felt like a storm, a blend of cold and fiery, intoxicating to the point of almost losing oneself, breathless.


Jiang Chenchen gently pushed his chest, leaving this enchanting and intoxicating state. "Ah Si..."


Sheng Mingsi, panting, spilled the coffee during this prolonged kiss.


However, he paid no attention to that and lowered his head, looking at the person in front of him. One hand gently touched her slightly red cheek.


His dark eyes were tainted with desire and determination, filled with firmness and persistence.


"Chenchen, if you want, we can get engaged on your twentieth birthday."


This was a solemn commitment. On her twentieth birthday, on 10.11, he wanted to announce to everyone that they belonged to each other.


Jiang Chenchen's lips were slightly swollen, and she breathed gently. "Engaged? You know my birthday?"


Sheng Mingsi's deep black eyes were profound, staring at her unblinkingly. "I know, Chenchen. Regardless of whether you agree or not on the engagement request, I will spend your birthday with you on 10.11. It will be the first birthday I celebrate with you in your life."


Jiang Chenchen was slightly stunned at his words, her thoughts elongated. After the age of six, no one had celebrated her birthday or remembered it. She thought she would never celebrate her birthday again.


Yet, the person before her remembered. As remembered.


He made a promise, an engagement? As long as she was with him, it didn't matter how it happened.


Her eyes were slightly red, tears swirling in her eyes. When she threw herself into his arms, her tears dampened his clothes.


"Ah Si..."


She held him tightly around the waist, the broad chest, the solid support – her future family and the person she would forever love.


Under the surge of emotions, she suddenly felt a sharp pain in her chest, like a needle stabbing, causing her nerves to contract. She let out a low groan, and instinctively, her arms tightened even more.


Held him even tighter.


This sudden movement made Sheng Mingsi think she wanted to hold him more tightly due to crying. Thus, he also stretched out his hand to embrace her firmly.


He pressed his chin against her head, his clear voice tinged with hoarseness, "Chenchen, don't be afraid to cry in the future. Cry whenever you want. I'm here."


Jiang Chenchen had already known that getting too close to Sheng Mingsi would cause a sharp pain in her chest if her emotions surged too much.


Why did it happen?


Was it because of the experiments that had cut into her chest?


These things she kept hidden, afraid to let Sheng Mingsi know, were her worries. As Mrs. Sheng had said, her identity was shrouded in mystery, involving conspiracies, and was an unknown danger.


All these things shouldn't affect him.


She couldn't let the person she liked suffer any consequences.










Chapter 215: Uncomfortable


Jiang Chenchen moved away from his embrace, looking up at him. "Ah Si, I will remember the things you said today, but engagement is premature. Let's decide on that at a more appropriate time in the future, okay?"


Sheng Mingsi reached out to wipe away her tears, his movements gentle. "Sure, as long as you're willing, I'll wait for that day."


...


Jiang Chenchen went to take a shower in her room. When she came out, there was a cup of hot milk on the table. After drinking it, she lay down to sleep. She had to meet Mrs. Sheng tomorrow, and she needed to be in the best mental state.


Little did she know that while she was in a deep sleep, Sheng Mingsi was conducting a blood analysis in the underground operation room.


When he was in country A, Dr. Zhan introduced him to Fang Yiqing, who provided information about Chenchen's condition related to Zhan Chenchen's illness.


Upon returning, he contacted Fang Yiqing once. Her cousin had exchanged some information with him, but the subsequent improvement due to Jiang Chenchen's blood transfusion was not communicated.


Although no one told him about this crucial information, Sheng Mingsi knew it was an essential point since his return.


Jiang Chenchen had a rare and special blood type, just like Zhan Chen. However, Zhan Chen had a genetically inherited special blood type due to a family genetic defect. Was it the same for Jiang Chenchen?


He couldn't find any information about her parents. However, he had investigated her uncle's blood type, which was normal. So, was the issue of blood type inheritance related to her mother?


But he knew nothing about Jiang Chenchen's mother and relatives. Any existing person would leave traces. If there were no traces, it meant either someone intentionally concealed them or they simply didn't exist.


Did they not exist?


Sheng Mingsi stared at the data on the instrument, his mind deep in thought. He printed out a report that not only included the analysis data of Jiang Chenchen's blood but also her DNA data.


He held the report and made a call to a friend.


"Mingsi?" The voice on the other end sounded surprised and a bit tired.


"When are you free?"


"Although I've been busy, if you want to meet, I'm available anytime."


"Tomorrow then. I'll bring some data and reports to your research institute."


"OK, bring some delicious and nutritious breakfast along."


"Are you pulling an all-nighter?"


"Yeah, brother, I've been working for several nights. I'm exhausted."


"Alright, see you tomorrow."


After hanging up, Sheng Mingsi called Wu Bi. "Do you have time to check the prison again and inquire more about Jiang Chenchen's aunt?"


Wu Bi replied promptly, "Mr. Sheng, the person who infiltrated country A has sent some information back."


"Tell me."


"There's an unexpected discovery. In the underground basement of the nursing home that caught fire that day, there was a person with a special identity. It seems that this person is now being kept secret. It's said that Miss Jiang had contact with him."


Sheng Mingsi frowned at this information. Jiang Chenchen hadn't mentioned this to him. It seemed she was keeping some things from him, including what happened with Zhan Chen there. She didn't say, and he didn't ask.


He always felt that some things needed to be said when she wanted to say them. He never forced her.


But knowing it now made him feel somewhat uncomfortable.


After spending the latter half of the night in the underground room, his body couldn't bear it any longer. He stood outside Jiang Chenchen's room for a long time, his eyes as deep as the night. His complexion was dark and bluish from staying up late. He lowered his eyes, turned around, and went back to his room.


...


The next day, Jiang Chenchen received a call from the housekeeper at Mrs. Sheng's residence, inviting her to a private club.


The address was sent to her phone.


Jiang Chenchen hadn't seen Sheng Mingsi since the morning, but he sent her a message. Gu Mingmei would come soon, and they would go to meet Mrs. Sheng together. At the same time, he had prepared a brand-new set of clothes for her. The fabric and cut were definitely not cheap. He reminded her not to forget to wear the ring.


Originally, she wasn't that nervous, but it seemed to become more serious now.


Jiang Chenchen dressed neatly. When there was less than an hour before the appointed time, Gu Mingmei finally arrived.


Seeing Jiang Chenchen's outfit, Gu Mingmei praised, "Good taste."


"It was chosen by Ah Si."


"He's really considerate. Where is he? Is he upstairs?"


"He left early in the morning."


"Is he feeling better? He's rushing to the company so early! My cold and indifferent brother is indeed dedicated." Gu Mingmei sighed and then took Jiang Chenchen's hand. "Ring?"


She suddenly smiled brightly and didn't continue to ask. "Let's go."


The two of them left the house, got into the car, and headed to the private club.


While in the car, Gu Mingmei said, "There will probably be more than just the two of us. Other socialites and ladies might be present. I think Mrs. Sheng may want to make you feel inferior by the environment. Don't be bothered by anyone you meet."


Jiang Chenchen sat in the back seat, looking out the window. She turned to Gu Mingmei when she heard her words. "It's okay. I won't mind what others say."


"You really have a good mentality. Why do you like my brother so much? He's so cold and heartless. What attracts you to him?"


"He is the sun."


Gu Mingmei was momentarily stunned. She felt that perhaps only a straightforward girl like her could move the cold and reserved heart of As.


"What about the clothes I bought for you that day? Did you wear them?"


Gu Mingmei brought up another topic.


Thinking of the bunny maid costume she wore that day, Jiang Chenchen felt a bit embarrassed. "I wore it."


"Then what? Did it have a surprising effect?"


"It was... okay."


"Okay? What does that ambiguous answer mean?"


Gu Mingmei didn't want to press on this topic further. Asking such questions about a girl, although a bit mischievous, As had always been sensible. At most, it would be a small delight, and there wouldn't be any significant issues.


Trying to keep the atmosphere light while chatting in the car, they arrived at the club. The two of them went in together after showing their membership cards.


Probably only Mrs. Sheng could move freely here. Other people needed a member card to enter.


Guided by the service staff, they were led into a luxurious, low-key yet stylish hall where many socialite ladies had already gathered.


When Jiang Chenchen and Gu Mingmei appeared, the ongoing conversations suddenly stopped, and all eyes turned towards them.


Especially the gaze focused on Jiang Chenchen.


Various expressions were present. Jiang Chenchen remained calm, as if she had returned to the feeling of entering the classroom back in school, where everyone looked at her.


But now, it was a room full of women, each adorned in fashionable attire, emitting the different scents of their perfumes.


"Mingmei, who's the one next to you?"