Chapter 23

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No Plagiarism!hu1seTZ6JcXYFTd4dJMAposted on PＥNAＮＡ Cin Heung slumped into the cab and looked at the bright streets in New York City. The buildings were covered with big screens, and all of them were broadcasting eye-catching advertisement videos. On the way back, the road was congested. The cab stopped in front of a large screen that was playing an advertisement. 8964 copyright protection272ＰＥＮＡＮＡIUG3ZD2AEz 維尼

A blonde lady was lost in the streets running around. After coming across several handsome, flattering men, the woman passed by them without a care. Finally when she ran into the middle of a ruin, she encountered a beautiful goddess that emitted great light.8964 copyright protection272ＰＥＮＡＮＡBnrn6DwCRQ 維尼

The camera drew close to the goddess’s face. Suddenly, she looked at Cin Heung with a pair of delicate blue eyes and said gently, “After this evening, you already know that your heart is in need of infinite love.” 8964 copyright protection272ＰＥＮＡＮＡpCqOtttqxE 維尼

Cin Heung was shocked, rubbed her eyes, and looked at the advert again. The blonde had taken the perfume from the goddess’s hand and sniffed it with satisfaction.8964 copyright protection272ＰＥＮＡＮＡIoOy2O1K6f 維尼

That was the end of the advertisement. 8964 copyright protection272ＰＥＮＡＮＡ2AnORPqpZx 維尼

Cin Heung took a deep breath, leaned her head against the window, and watched the pedestrians on the street. Some of them had some wine and were shouting about. Another couple took advantage of the alcohol in their heads and was kissing each other deeply. As the congestion eased up, the taxi began to move along slowly again.8964 copyright protection272ＰＥＮＡＮＡVArwKI2BST 維尼

With the easing of traffic, Cin Heung’s heart also slowly opened up: opening a path to the ruins where the goddess was. The question was, where was this ruin and who was the goddess? Who would let me smell this bottle of perfume? Or is this bottle of perfume already in front of me, but I lack courage to pick it up? 8964 copyright protection272ＰＥＮＡＮＡ0Ejoiw4MUG 維尼

Roused by the pain on her hand, Cin Heung came back to her senses. The driver turned to her and said, “Miss! We’re here!”8964 copyright protection272ＰＥＮＡＮＡAlLHqpEUPv 維尼

“Oh! Yes! Thank you!” Cin Heung paid the fare and hurried back to the hotel.8964 copyright protection272ＰＥＮＡＮＡcdVBHZjqGr 維尼

Manman’s panicking voice in the call just now had aroused her worry again.8964 copyright protection272ＰＥＮＡＮＡ8LlzcdtgMK 維尼

Entering the room, Cin Heung saw an obviously angry Sum Ting sitting on the bed.8964 copyright protection272ＰＥＮＡＮＡqTMAawqgv2 維尼

Manman was on the edge of the bed with a speechless look and both hands raised. When she saw Cin Heung coming in, she ran over happily to greet her. With a helpless look, she said, “Cin Heung!” 8964 copyright protection272ＰＥＮＡＮＡ5GaIOqZJBI 維尼

Cin Heung asked softly, “What happened?” 8964 copyright protection272ＰＥＮＡＮＡiVKvavrLLR 維尼

Manman pulled Cin Heung to the door and whispered, “They had a big fight!” 8964 copyright protection272ＰＥＮＡＮＡQ5HE6tIF4x 維尼

“For what?” 8964 copyright protection272ＰＥＮＡＮＡ8KkzrCAwlP 維尼

“It was this afternoon…” 8964 copyright protection272ＰＥＮＡＮＡ2efz7ZDbxy 維尼

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In the afternoon, Gou Jing, Manman, and Wing Tung visited Times Square. They were bored, so Gou Jing suggested, “Let’s go to the New World Trade Center.”8964 copyright protection272ＰＥＮＡＮＡvpT0M6AQ1Y 維尼

They were all in high spirits, taking a cab as they went downtown. After they arrived, they saw a towering skyscraper with a spiral top; the building stood magnificently. They came to the entrance of the 9/11 memorial building and saw that it was extremely beautiful. It was shaped like a bird, but also like the tail of an airplane.8964 copyright protection272ＰＥＮＡＮＡ24Y7OnwJFr 維尼

Wing Tung and Gou Jing both liked things that had a certain charm. Studying the meaning of the design, Wing Tung said, “This design really reminds people of the moment when the plane hit.” 8964 copyright protection272ＰＥＮＡＮＡekcg1eiMUk 維尼

“Maybe the architects wanted this to be a reminder for others, but on the other hand, it also looks like a bird with hope. This double meaning design is really marvelous.” Gou Jing said with her artistic hat on. 8964 copyright protection272ＰＥＮＡＮＡgXtJcMjasu 維尼

“Designer Gou Wai Jing! Accountant Lam Wing Tung! I’ve got the tickets, can we go now?” Manman asked. 8964 copyright protection272ＰＥＮＡＮＡN32CT3M2B6 維尼

“Seeing these beautiful buildings is bringing out my occupational habits.” Gou Jing said and even wanted a few pictures before leaving. 8964 copyright protection272ＰＥＮＡＮＡAQ1mOII1ko 維尼

There was also a large and deep square pool nearby. Black marble surrounded the pool, with the names of the victims engraved on it. The water flowed to all four sides and made loud splashing noises. The crashing water created a mist that fell on Gou Jing’s short hair. She especially enjoyed this refreshing feeling. 8964 copyright protection272ＰＥＮＡＮＡd7tq1iOcI7 維尼

A mother beside her felt the same way. She said to Gou Jing, “My child is here.” After saying that, the mother began to sob. 8964 copyright protection272ＰＥＮＡＮＡ2p7JWTHegK 維尼

Gou Jing was moved by her emotions and the solemn atmosphere. Her eyes teared up as well, so she took off her sunglasses and wiped her tears with some tissue. Even so, her eyes were still very teary. Knowing what kind of temperament Gou Jing’s artistic self had, Manman and Wing Tung grabbed her by the hand and took her to other places.8964 copyright protection272ＰＥＮＡＮＡ6gkoM6yZSt 維尼

“Hey! What are you girls doing?” 8964 copyright protection272ＰＥＮＡＮＡkuBEDDCeMY 維尼

“We don’t want your empathetic ass sobbing all day! Let’s go!” 8964 copyright protection272ＰＥＮＡＮＡiPqaXq5Qkr 維尼

They arrived at a big structure that was shaped like a fish’s skeleton with various stores of different types inside. The ladies liked fashion stores, so they went into one of them. The cabinets in the store were filled with all kinds of clothes. They gathered around one of the cabinets to pick out and compared the clothes happily.8964 copyright protection272ＰＥＮＡＮＡXA04veoZA3 維尼

Not far away, a couple holding hands walked out from a section behind. The girl was also selecting clothes. She talked and laughed with the man, and even placed the clothes on her body to show her graceful body. The couple didn’t notice that there were three people staring at them.8964 copyright protection272ＰＥＮＡＮＡcQo9pJPEhI 維尼

The person Gou Jing’s group was staring at was none other than Sum Ting. Surprised, the man greeted the three, “Hi! Ladies.” With his well built body, it was easy to recognise that the man was Noah. 8964 copyright protection272ＰＥＮＡＮＡ42km1Ty947 維尼

Sum Ting looked at the three ladies awkwardly. At the same time, Manman and Wing Tung didn’t know if they should feel happy for Sum Ting or bitter for Gou Jing. 8964 copyright protection272ＰＥＮＡＮＡ5OPLA1RoJU 維尼

The man was someone Gou Jing liked, but now it was discovered that Sum Ting had been dating him. Meeting at a shop like this, it made the whole atmosphere colder than a graveyard. 8964 copyright protection272ＰＥＮＡＮＡv5SwHJXGxV 維尼

Sum Ting lowered her head and said, “Noah, didn’t you want to visit a coffee shop over there? How about you go over first.” 8964 copyright protection272ＰＥＮＡＮＡmOkUIOGTIP 維尼

Noah took a glance at them, feeling a little strange, but he went away without saying much. 8964 copyright protection272ＰＥＮＡＮＡRoyslI58ZM 維尼

Sum Ting walked toward the group slowly and said with shame, “I haven’t had the chance to tell you girls…” She held Gou Jing’s arm.8964 copyright protection272ＰＥＮＡＮＡGMugEgJFAG 維尼

Surprisingly, Gou Jing shook off her hand forcefully and looked at her with doubt. 8964 copyright protection272ＰＥＮＡＮＡ0HHxi4Cc81 維尼

Biting her lower lip and feeling helpless, Sum Ting looked at Manman and Wing Tung, “When I was already with Noah, I didn’t know Gou Jing had feelings for…” 8964 copyright protection272ＰＥＮＡＮＡUQ9VQgzxRD 維尼

“Aren’t you resting in the hotel? Why didn’t you tell me earlier that you were coming out with your boyfriend? Why didn’t you stop me from acting like a fool yesterday!” Gou Jing said with great hatred.8964 copyright protection272ＰＥＮＡＮＡ8zckd8lHyx 維尼

“We just started dating, I was going to tell you girls after we settle down.” 8964 copyright protection272ＰＥＮＡＮＡ2HfsHSAeJn 維尼

“Then I am a sore loser in your eyes right? You won again!” Gou Jing raised her hands and turned around. 8964 copyright protection272ＰＥＮＡＮＡOrjPGdrIof 維尼

“Gou Wai Jing! What do you mean by that? You’re saying it’s my fault? You’re just interested in him, not actually dating him!” 8964 copyright protection272ＰＥＮＡＮＡo9wHiV0Ecc 維尼

“Yu Sum Ting! You’re just a selfish bitch! You’ve always been like this ever since middle school! Be it where to go, what food to eat, or things to buy! If you don’t get what you want then you’ll be pissed! This time round it’s also the same!” Gou Jing said and pointed at the direction of the coffee shop. 8964 copyright protection272ＰＥＮＡＮＡl7LRfTLtmt 維尼

“I helped you decide on things because you never had your own opinion! Now you’re saying I’m selfish?” 8964 copyright protection272ＰＥＮＡＮＡiDXt79Ltsq 維尼

“Hmph! Go and enjoy your happiness, there’s no need for you to think about other people’s feelings. If you were generous enough, you would have told me and I wouldn’t have… have…” Gou Jing stomped her foot and walked away. 8964 copyright protection272ＰＥＮＡＮＡbHoj9LXjho 維尼

Manman hurriedly signaled to Wing Tung to chase after Gou Jing. Wing Tung glanced at both Manman and Sum Ting, sighed, then chased after Gou Jing.8964 copyright protection272ＰＥＮＡＮＡA6LGbRuSE0 維尼

Sum Ting lowered her head and muttered, “Say that I’m a selfish bitch! Frigging bitch! I did nothing wrong!” 8964 copyright protection272ＰＥＮＡＮＡplFzrkQuva 維尼

Manman massaged her shoulders and said, “Don’t blame her, it’s not often she finds someone she likes. Who could’ve known…” 8964 copyright protection272ＰＥＮＡＮＡ5JDyMhGUbT 維尼

“Who would've known! Who would've known that he would be taken by this selfish bitch!” Sum Ting crossed her arms and kicked at the wall. 8964 copyright protection272ＰＥＮＡＮＡBzkEH3QxXg 維尼

Manman shook her head helplessly. Turning to see where Gou Jing was, but there was no sight of the two. 8964 copyright protection272ＰＥＮＡＮＡcoEcnRByKk 維尼

Just then, Noah came back and saw that Sum Ting furrowed her eyebrows heavily and had an ugly expression. Concerned, he asked, “What’s the matter?” 8964 copyright protection272ＰＥＮＡＮＡMQlRdxqTLT 維尼

“It’s all because you secretly came to New York!” After saying that she turned and walked the other way. 8964 copyright protection272ＰＥＮＡＮＡ0CkFVmHr8O 維尼

Noah had a confused look on his face.8964 copyright protection272ＰＥＮＡＮＡ96HOjvRliN 維尼

Manman said softly, “They had a little misunderstanding…” Seeing that Sum Ting was far away now, she continued, “Noah, go after her.” 8964 copyright protection272ＰＥＮＡＮＡf5nG0Y9gLy 維尼

Wing Tung sent a message over, saying, “We will go back to the hotel by ourselves, take care.” 8964 copyright protection272ＰＥＮＡＮＡ1rEklAlMcC 維尼

Sum Ting gave Noah and Manman a wild chase in the memorial hall. Sum Ting wouldn’t even respond to Noah’s call. Unable to tolerate this behavior anymore, Manman held on to Sum Ting’s arm tightly and said, “Alright! That’s enough! Let’s go back to the hotel!”8964 copyright protection272ＰＥＮＡＮＡ3ng31pXoUr 維尼

Eventually, Manman had to drag Sum Ting back to the hotel. 8964 copyright protection272ＰＥＮＡＮＡikNw0yvy80 維尼

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Back in the hotel, Manman explained everything clearly to Cin Heung. 8964 copyright protection272ＰＥＮＡＮＡff1JnO6CKp 維尼

“I’m going to see how Wing Tung is doing. Maybe you can enlighten her!” After saying that Manman turned and went out. 8964 copyright protection272ＰＥＮＡＮＡM7SMbZ9OsU 維尼

Cin Heung sat next to Sum Ting and asked, “Still angry?” 8964 copyright protection272ＰＥＮＡＮＡwVf9bds0y2 維尼

Sum Ting only breathed heavily but did not say a word.8964 copyright protection272ＰＥＮＡＮＡHo3t8lq11w 維尼

“Where’s Noah?” 8964 copyright protection272ＰＥＮＡＮＡ1QFgtI0Omd 維尼

Sum Ting’s lips trembled slightly and said, “Probably at the coffee shop!” 8964 copyright protection272ＰＥＮＡＮＡeJGdxTSvU9 維尼

“This is my first time seeing you so worked up.” 8964 copyright protection272ＰＥＮＡＮＡRNiiok8Ats 維尼

“Yes! Just like Gou Wai Jing said, I don’t care about people’s feelings!” 8964 copyright protection272ＰＥＮＡＮＡHm2H0QZ1YP 維尼

“You’re not like that. When I was injured, you took care of me and encouraged me.” 8964 copyright protection272ＰＥＮＡＮＡMfx1YSJ19F 維尼

“That’s your opinion! The other’s don’t think so! What did I do wrong? Is it a sin that I like Noah? I’m not robbing or stealing. I did it openly! Do I have to ask each of you for permission to fall in love? Does loving someone need to be so complicated?” 8964 copyright protection272ＰＥＮＡＮＡmtJKgzFzZC 維尼

She’s right. Does loving someone need to be so complicated? The sounds of violin, the dance, the hamburger under those street lights… No…8964 copyright protection272ＰＥＮＡＮＡQzuO1BVzrn 維尼

Cin Heung shook her head and said after a pause, “You haven’t done anything wrong. If you love someone, you shouldn’t make things complicated.” 8964 copyright protection272ＰＥＮＡＮＡSYPNHufroB 維尼

“Cin Heung.” Feeling grateful for her support, Sum Ting rested on her shoulder. 8964 copyright protection272ＰＥＮＡＮＡEgw6RtP5mE 維尼

“Ah!” 8964 copyright protection272ＰＥＮＡＮＡE5HApzzInG 維尼

“What’s the matter?”8964 copyright protection272ＰＥＮＡＮＡ8QIvNK5xGL 維尼

“I hurt my hand.” 8964 copyright protection272ＰＥＮＡＮＡFm35Zyx1ei 維尼

“How did you hurt yourself so badly?” Sum Ting exclaimed. 8964 copyright protection272ＰＥＮＡＮＡh6YooPr2dh 維尼

Cin Heung nibbled on her fingers subconsciously again. Seeing that she was worried about something, Sum Ting patted her shoulder and said, "You’re biting your fingers again.” 8964 copyright protection272ＰＥＮＡＮＡd4GLey79WO 維尼

Shocked, Cin Heung quickly placed her hand down. After letting out a sigh, Cin Heung told Sum Ting everything that happened to her. 8964 copyright protection272ＰＥＮＡＮＡ9KENXbrmhH 維尼

“Cin Heung, are you serious?” Sum Ting exclaimed. 8964 copyright protection272ＰＥＮＡＮＡPWL1uoLvc8 維尼

“I don’t know.” 8964 copyright protection272ＰＥＮＡＮＡSeXDzHqLwQ 維尼

“What the hell! You must be mistaken! No way, you’re not… not the kind that likes girls! It must be a mistake!” 8964 copyright protection272ＰＥＮＡＮＡhgay1r4VgY 維尼

Seeing how Sum Ting was extremely resistant to the idea, Cin Heung regretted telling her about it. “Maybe I was mistaken...” 8964 copyright protection272ＰＥＮＡＮＡczEyxGYbse 維尼

Before she could explain herself, the doorbell suddenly rang. Grateful for the timely door bell, Cin Heung got up and said, “I’ll get the door!” 8964 copyright protection272ＰＥＮＡＮＡeAaozbX1Ja 維尼

When she opened the door she saw Wing Tung standing there crying. Behind her, Manman was rubbing her eyebrows. 8964 copyright protection272ＰＥＮＡＮＡoZkMIaD0FN 維尼

“What’s going on?” Cin Heung asked.276Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡKzsxhSDqSD

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