Chapter 62

Cheng Jemin spent the afternoon holed up in his dormitory, constantly checking the pager in his hand, hoping to receive a message from Gu Xixi. Unfortunately, although he received quite a few messages throughout the afternoon, none of them were from her.

Most of these messages were invitations to have dinner and drinks, from Feng Changhai and Pang Xiaoguang. Among them, the one from Feng Changhai was the most important to Cheng Jemin, as it read, "Director Li is very satisfied with your performance."

In the past, he might have accepted Feng Changhai's invitation. Cheng Jemin considered himself a man with political aspirations, and he needed to maintain close ties with anyone who might be useful in the future. However, today, he felt listless. He had a tight, painful feeling in his chest, and his throat felt as if it were blocked. He had to admit that he cared deeply about Gu Xixi.

What kind of treatment did this girl receive at home? Despite the long time they had been together, he had never considered the disparity in their family backgrounds. Although he could tell from Gu Xixi's attire that her family was well-off, he never imagined it would be so extraordinary. This realization sent a chill through his heart.

"Knock, knock, knock."

Just as Cheng Jemin was feeling bored, he heard a knock on the door. He was taken aback; it was working hours, and the neighbors who lived in the dormitory should not be home. Who could it be?

Cheng Jemin shuffled to the door in his slippers. When he opened it, he saw Gu Xixi standing there with red eyes. Seeing her small, vulnerable, and adorable figure curled up helplessly, Cheng Jemin didn't say a word but immediately embraced her.

Gu Xixi looked at Cheng Jemin with flushed cheeks, grabbed his hand, and trembled as she placed it on her chest. With her other hand, she awkwardly unzipped her jacket, her neck turning a rosy red from embarrassment. Cheng Jemin, not understanding the situation, thought she was shivering from the cold and held her even tighter.

Gu Xixi's eyelids were half-closed, her lips slightly parted, and her breath came in rapid, shallow gasps. She clung to Cheng Jemin as if she had lost and then regained him. A kiss was like a fierce battle, lasting longer than a day, a month, or a year. Cheng Jemin's youthful body could hardly withstand such an overwhelming surge of passion. In an instant, he felt his blood boiling, his bones creaking, and he struggled to control the heat rising within him. However, he couldn't help but wrap his arms around her, pulling her closer and closer.

"Jemin, today, I want to give myself to you," Gu Xixi said solemnly, with a sense of danger and a willingness to commit herself to him, to share his joys and sorrows.

Cheng Jemin replied, "Okay," with equal solemnity. He felt that if he refused, he would be betraying the deep affection Gu Xixi had for him.

So, the two of them lay on the bed like heroes going to their execution. With a sense of sacredness and solemnity, they were both incredibly awkward, lacking the usual excitement and stimulation. Afterward, they both felt a sense of disappointment, as it was far from the blissful and transcendent experience they had read about in books. However, they also felt a deep sweetness, a melting of their hearts and a closeness that made them feel intimately connected. Gu Xixi cried, and Cheng Jemin felt her salty tears seep into his heart. He vowed to cherish this love.

"Today, I had another argument with my mother," Gu Xixi said softly, resting her head on Cheng Jemin's chest. "My mother's opinion doesn't matter. What matters is you and me. As long as you love me, I'm willing to be with you."

Gu Xixi spoke with determination, and Cheng Jemin was moved. At a time when Zuo Xinlan was doing everything in her power to keep them apart, Gu Xixi's decision to give herself to him showed the depth of her love. This made Cheng Jemin's heart soften.

For a long time, they didn't speak. Cheng Jemin just held Gu Xixi tightly. The flame in his heart burned more fiercely, and he resolved not only to blind those who doubted him but also to do everything in his power to make the woman in his arms happy.

"Rumble, rumble, rumble..." After exchanging sweet words, the rumbling of their stomachs reminded the two young lovers that love, though beautiful, couldn't fill their empty stomachs.

"What do you want to eat? I'll get it for you," Cheng Jemin said, reluctantly removing his hand from Gu Xixi's smooth, beautiful chest, his voice soft and gentle.

"I'll go out with you. It wouldn't be good if someone saw you carrying something," Gu Xixi said, gently sitting up, but she winced slightly.

Although it was Cheng Jemin's first time, he knew what to do. He quickly supported Gu Xixi, saying, "Don't move. Lie down for a bit. I'll get the food."

"You little brute!" Gu Xixi playfully punched Cheng Jemin's waist, her tone tinged with coquettishness.

Cheng Jemin didn't respond, but he gently embraced her, filling the room with even more tenderness.

After a long, silent embrace, Cheng Jemin went out to buy food. Fortunately, the sky was already full of stars when he left. Although a few people greeted him, no one noticed what he was carrying.

"Xixi, I got you some old duck soup dumplings. Try them," Cheng Jemin said tenderly, carefully placing the plate of dumplings beside Gu Xixi.

Gu Xixi, now dressed, looked at Cheng Jemin's careful demeanor and pouted, "Feed me."

Cheng Jemin smiled, picked up a small spoon, and gently blew on the hot dumplings before saying, "My dear little treasure, let's eat!"

Gu Xixi glanced at Cheng Jemin and then bit into a dumpling, chewing slowly. Her frail body, curled up in the bed, looked clumsy, like a newly hatched chick. This image made Cheng Jemin's heart ache. This fragile girl had the courage and determination to give herself to him!

Cheng Jemin quickly finished the remaining dumplings, then made a satisfied gesture, saying, "So delicious!" He hid the tear marks in his eyes.

"You bad boy," Gu Xixi said, her tone more playful than scolding.

The two of them took half an hour to finish the small plate of dumplings. Just as they were enjoying their intimate moment, Gu Xixi's pager beeped. The bowl of dumplings seemed to have rejuvenated her. She picked up the pager, glanced at it, and then placed it on the table.

"Who's calling you?" Cheng Jemin asked softly, though he already had a guess.

"It might be my mom," Gu Xixi said, suddenly looking up at Cheng Jemin. "Jemin, let's get married!"

Marriage, a word Cheng Jemin was familiar with, but he understood the pressure Gu Xixi would face. It would be greater than his own. Without hesitation, he said, "I want to marry you too, and we'll walk together until the end of our lives."

"But Xixi, if we get married now, how will we deal with your mother?" Cheng Jemin, holding Gu Xixi, continued, "I may be a bit selfish, but I want you to be with me forever. However, I can't build my happiness on your pain. Before we get married, I must get your parents' blessing, not have you follow me in secret and suffer."

"I absolutely cannot and do not want my woman to suffer!" Cheng Jemin's words were both a declaration and a vow.

Gu Xixi's eyes were misty. Although she had anticipated a conflict with her family before coming to Cheng Jemin, the tenderness and affection they had just shared had strengthened her resolve.

But that home was where she was born and raised. Which girl doesn't want her family's blessing on her wedding day? Which girl doesn't want to be close to her parents on her wedding day?

Cheng Jemin's words, though unlikely, still brought a warm, bittersweet feeling to her heart. She felt the strength of his embrace. After a moment, she said, "Dear, I know you're doing this for me. Let's not rush. You need to work in the countryside for three years. Let's use this time to change my parents' opinion of you."

"If they still insist on their own views after three years, then we'll get married."

Cheng Jemin looked at Gu Xixi, who was looking up at him, and nodded. "Okay, in these three years, I'll work hard to change your parents' opinion of me."

"Trust me, I will make it happen."

Gu Xixi, looking into Cheng Jemin's bright eyes, was completely captivated. She hugged him tightly, as if holding onto her most reliable support.

Just as the two lovers were enjoying their intimate moment, Cheng Jemin's pager beeped.

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