Chapter 273 Director Lin's Declaration of Love
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Lin Ning was satisfied and took out five one-hundred dollar bills from his wallet, "Can I buy a small bag of cherry tomatoes"
The little girl smiled sincerely, "That's too much, I can't give you change."
"It's alright. I'll treat you to snacks with the leftover money as a gift for meeting you," Lin Ning said with a smile, "Little lady, your mouth is really sweet."
Cai Xiao Jing rolled her eyes. In the end, the little girl picked an entire small bag of juicy cherry tomatoes and handed them over to Lin Ning, "Big Brother, Big Sister, our homegrown tomatoes are very tasty."
Lin Ning didn't wash them; he just wiped them off before popping one into his mouth. He held a tomato out to Cai Xiao Jing but she shook her head refusing it because they weren't washed and thus too dirty. While talking to coax her, Lin Ning forced the tomato into her mouth.
"Lin Ning!" Cai Xiao Jing lifted her hand to hit him; however, the tomatoes were indeed sweet. It was her first time eating such small tomatoes raw, and it really was very sweet, delicious.
"Big Brother, your girlfriend doesn't seem to like tomatoes," the little girl said with a cute smile.
Cai Xiao Jing paused; girlfriend
She turned her head to give Lin Ning a light slap. He was laughing brightly as if sunlight had given his face a layer of warm glow. The glance he threw at her brimmed with passionate affection, causing Cai Xiao Jing's cheeks to flush.
The two bid farewell to the little girl and went back to wash the tomatoes before putting them away again.
"I wasn't lying to you, aren't they good" Lin Ning smiled proudly as he watched Cai Xiao Jing hold onto the tomatoes with fondness. He knew she would like them; these juicy sour-sweet fruits were loved by most girls.
"They're not bad, not unpleasant," Cai Xiao Jing said. The two of them reached a bridge and parked their bicycles on one side. Cai Xiao Jing sat on the railing as gentle breezes blew through her smooth tresses, making her look charmingly elegant.
Lin Ning leaned against the railing too and asked, "How is this view"
"Quite beautiful."
The rural life is leisurely and carefree.
People who usually live in busy cities seem to have entered another world.
Relaxed, natural, without pressure.
Comfortable, tranquil, without ostentation.
Eating tomatoes while enjoying the breeze, she unconsciously finished half a small bag of them. Cai Xiao Jing's recent restless heart seemed to have been dispersed by something, gradually calming down.
The sun slowly set.
A red sun slowly sank beyond the long river, coloring half of the river water. On the stone bridge, only they two were there, their shadows slowly lengthening and reflecting on the bridge surface.
Now and then laughing and joking, it was rather pleasant.
"What do you think about what that girl just said" Lin Ning suddenly asked, standing tall like jade in the sunset. The remaining light gathered in his eyes, adding a few more heart-stirring hints of warmth.
Cai Xiao Jing had just been talking to him about a movie and turned too quickly without reacting at first, "What did she say"
"Girlfriend!" Lin Ning said, unflinchingly looking at Cai Xiao Jing with intense eyes.
Cai Xiao Jing's heart suddenly jumped. She stared blankly at Lin Ning. Time seemed to reverse, as if they had returned to their middle school days; he was still a youth then, and she a young girl in her teens. Under the wutong tree, he too had once said this: to be his girlfriend.
Time shifted, lives intertwined. After so many years of circling around, they were entangled again after having seen much in life.
true or false, right or wrong, she can no longer distinguish.
In her younger days, when she liked someone, it was without reservation, with total devotion and no ulterior motives. She didn't think much about the future; she just wanted to burn her youth for him and give him everything she had.
Now that she has grown up and matured, if she likes someone again, it won’t be as pure or carefree as when she was young. As an adult, one calculates returns and considers gains and losses before making any move.
Moreover, this man had deeply hurt her when she first started to understand love.
"I don't know what you're talking about," Cai Xiaojing avoided Lin Ning's gaze, looking at the river surface instead. The ripples on the water mirrored the turmoil in her heart as 'Lin Ning...' echoed softly in her thoughts.
Another game; how much more can she endure to play along with him
In her heart, she was ready to go all out, but if it led to another round of injuries and there's no one left to pity her...
Cai Xiaojing smiled and jumped off the bridge railing, acting nonchalantly as she said, "Let's go; it's getting late."
Lin Ning suddenly grabbed her arm, turned her around so that her back was pressed against the railings. Her long hair swept through the air in an arc, releasing a scent of confusion and allure. Lin Ning’s long arms circled her waist tightly, hugging her close.
"Don't act like you don't know what I'm talking about, Xiaojing; we should date."
Lin Ning came from the prestigious Lin family with a distinguished background and outstanding looks. He was also extremely talented, having always stood out since childhood. His carefree and romantic nature was well-known in the entertainment industry for his usual aloof and clean lifestyle.
In college, upperclassmen and younger students alike were captivated by him; when he entered the workforce, there were many female stars eager to be noticed who rushed into bed with him. Lin Ning never lacked company of women.
He had the privilege and confidence to play around without commitment, for women to him weren't even worth an outfit.
This was his first time wanting to pursue someone seriously. He'd known her for quite some time but hadn't harbored any special feelings until now; he’d half-heartedly flirted with her before, yet she left little impression on him.
However, in the past six months, he has become particularly attentive to her.
He pays great attention to her every move and emotional state, feeling an urge for the first time to understand a woman's inner world.
Lin Ning usually only looks at a woman's face and figure; rarely does he pay attention to anything else. Cai Xiaojing is different.
The director believes that he should be able to win any woman over easily, but Cai Xiaojing’s unpredictable behavior towards him leaves him puzzled. He had initially planned to spend more time pursuing her.
However, Tang Shuwen got married, and Ye Feimo emailed him news that he and Wenran are also getting married.
He is ten years older than them, always a firm supporter of remaining single. Now witnessing his brothers in happy relationships, he yearns for a woman by his side as well.
Hence, he does not wish to waste any more time with Cai Xiaojing.
"Lin Ning, are you joking" Cai Xiaojing’s heart races wildly. Her rationality and emotions seem to exist in separate spaces; no matter how distraught she feels inside, her face remains expressionless as it sends out cold signals against the turmoil within.
She knows that she should agree to his proposal now and then reject him harshly later on, which would serve as a form of revenge.
To let him know that women are not objects to be toyed with or discarded at will.
"I am serious," Lin Ning says. The usually icy beauty looks nervous; it's the first time he has lost control in directing an emotional scene, "What do you think"
Cai Xiaojing smiles faintly, "I don't believe you would make a good lover, Lin Ning. Your list of girlfriends is already long enough to fill Phoenix Street, and there's no need for another one. I am not like those eager-to-bed actresses."
"I will give you all the rights and obligations that my other girlfriends have, including loyalty," Lin Ning says solemnly.Ye said, "What's there to be surprised about Ye San used to ask even more frequently then, as if not doing so would lead to death."Not every man can compare with Ye San in his youth.Chu Li remained si...