"You..." Zou Yibei's expression was both strange and amusing. After holding it in for a long time, he finally said, "Could you please stop making such a... cute face all the time?"
Qi Yi'an was busy filming her inner monologue, continuing to wander around with wide eyes and a grin. Occasionally, someone would approach her, and she would ponder the linguistic nuances of their attempts to strike up a conversation.
In a foreign bar, the crowd was of various skin tones, and the women each possessed their own unique beauty. Two Asian faces, somewhat unusual in appearance, stood at a high table, drinking and laughing. Tang Yu downed the last sip of her drink and declared fiercely, "It's decided! Tonight I'm going to cheat! I'm going to have a romantic encounter!"
Qin Ruoshui took a sip with her, smiled and patted her on the shoulder, "Then good luck, I'm going to go shopping."
She tactfully moved away a bit. Having a woman like Qin Ruoshui around all the time would easily block her potential suitors.
In a gap in the crowd, she suddenly noticed a young girl curiously looking around. Her straight black hair cascaded naturally over her shoulders, she wore a simple, clean black shirt, and wire-rimmed glasses. Her skin was fair, and her features delicate. She stood out from the surrounding noise and commotion, like a…little animal. The little animal smiled brightly to herself, so adorable. Although somewhat bewildered, she was unconsciously infected by the smile and looked back at her.
Qi Yi'an turned her gaze and saw her through the throng of people. That woman, why was she smiling so brightly at her?
They were infected by each other's smiles, which they couldn't hide. Qi Yi'an was pushed forward by the crowd, getting closer and closer to Qin Ruoshui.
"Hello, little sister, are you Chinese?" Qin Ruoshui asked loudly amidst the deafening music.
"Hello, miss, are you Chinese too? What a coincidence." Qi Yi'an nodded to her and shouted back, "This is my first time in a lesbian bar, it's very interesting."
"So, did you see any types you like here?" Qin Ruoshui asked loudly, leaning close to her ear.
"Uh...maybe, probably," actually I didn't notice. Scholar Qi should maintain an objective scientific observation attitude.
So reserved, she looks like an inexperienced, innocent child. Qin Ruoshui tilted her head to look at her. Qi Yi'an continued to look around, not daring to meet her gaze.
How old are you?
20 years old.
So young!
Tang Yu appeared out of nowhere, saying, "So young, hurry up and go home with this older sister." "Hahaha, Qin Ruoshui, you go first!"
That's exactly what she meant; she likes young, fleshy bodies.
"Hey ladies, have you seen anyone you like?" Qi Yi'an turned to look at the two of them, smiling openly.
This kid doesn't seem shy at all.
"Yes, I know someone like that," Qin Ruoshui said, glancing over alluringly. She was teasing her.
Qi Yi'an opened her eyes in surprise, her eyebrows arched, and she smiled brightly again, "Thank you, Miss."
Huh? Really that open and honest?
The two chatted idly, whispering in each other's ears. Qin Ruoshui led her in a sexy dance. As the DJ changed songs, the lights dimmed, and Qi Yi'an felt a touch on her waist; her slender, fair hand quietly encircled her waist.
That was the body's activation switch. Qi Yi'an was taken aback. So sensitive.
Without looking at the person beside them, the two remained silent for a while. Then the music started playing again, the lights began to shift, and the hand on their waist began to slowly... wander...
Qi Yi'an froze. Qin Ruoshui smiled and pecked her cheek. "Come on, let me buy you a drink~"
She put her arm around her and they made their way through the crowd to the bar. It got even more crowded, and the two were pressed tightly together.
Qi Yi'an felt a slight heat rising in his body... So close... This woman is so good at flirting.
"What do you usually like to drink?" Qin Ruoshui asked loudly.
"Hot water and milk!" Qi Yi'an shouted back. His words were utterly frank and open.
"Hahahaha," Qin Ruoshui laughed, amused by her. "You're so cute," she said, placing two light kisses on her cheeks. "Come home with me, little sister~"
Qi Yi'an continued with her straightforward, straight-man attitude, "Haha, no thanks, I'm still young!"
Although... with each kiss... they were getting closer and closer to... lips...
"Cheers!" "Cheers!"
Qi Yi'an took a sip of the sparkling wine Qin Ruoshui had ordered for her, raised an eyebrow, and found it surprisingly delicious.
The light flickered, and Qin Ruoshui reached out and took off Qi Yi'an's glasses, trying to see her features clearly through the lenses...
Without the glasses, she looked even cleaner, with bright, dark eyes… Hmm? …I feel like I've seen her somewhere before…
This scene seems familiar; I've seen it in a dream before.
“…”
Qin Ruoshui was stunned for a moment, then remained silent before kissing him.
Qi Yi'an was looking at her, about to ask what was wrong, when his lips were suddenly sealed by a warm kiss...
The retired cadre, with his slight obsessive-compulsive disorder, instinctively thought about whether saliva was unhygienic and whether he should push it away... Half a second later, all thoughts vanished. A tingling, numb sensation spread through his body.
She instinctively closed her eyes, her mind blank, focusing solely on the softness and warmth of her lips. The music continued playing in her ears, but with her eyes closed, she felt...
The world was silent and dark, save for the touch of their lips and the scent of their breaths. Qin Ruoshui's hand was still on her body, her lips and tongue slowly exploring in response to the hand's movements... teeth... tongue tip... Qi Yi'an's brain had been working overtime all day and was now useless. She stood there blankly, letting the woman in front of her tease her skillfully, without responding.
A woman like that... must be a seasoned player in the dating scene... so skilled at flirting... afraid of being taken advantage of... someone to be admired from afar but not to be trifled with.
Qi Yi'an slightly raised his hand, touched the woman's waist, and then hesitated before withdrawing it.
But her kissing skills are so good, really...it feels so good, I don't want to stop.
After some time, Qin Ruoshui released her and saw a little girl who looked completely dazed, as if she had lost track of time. Haha, so cute.
She took the wine glass from her hand, took a sip, and then smiled as she helped Qi Yi'an comb his hair, which had been messed up by her kisses.
Qi Yi'an was completely stunned.
She took another sip and brought it to Qi Yi'an's mouth with her lips.
Qi Yi'an was even more stunned. The aroma of wine, the bubbles, the coolness, the slight stimulation of alcohol, the softness and fragrance of a woman—a...
Her brain was being gently pushed in. She was almost drowning in it. It felt so good…
It looks like it's all wet...
After a long while, Qin Ruoshui temporarily spared her, kissing her forehead intermittently, pulling her into her arms, and breathing slightly heavily, "Baby... come home with me..."
"...No...I...I'm still a complete newbie..." Completely inexperienced...
"Don't worry, I won't do anything to you. We can have some tea and chat."
"Don't believe me... Qi Yi'an has that much common sense. This woman is too sophisticated."
Qin Ruoshui kissed him again, seemingly unsatisfied. Qi Yi'an, too, subconsciously responded a few times, but his head reluctantly pulled back. Qin Ruoshui's lips followed, continuing.
No… this can’t go on… No, as he stepped back once more, Qi Yi’an turned his head away. Qin Ruoshui’s lips, so close to his own, missed their target, and she froze for two seconds.
After a moment of silence, Qin Ruoshui placed her hand on top of hers. "Little girl, did I scare you?"
Qi Yi'an remained silent.
"I really don't come out often. Today is the first time in the past two years. I just happened to run into you. I think you are really cute..." Qin Ruoshui didn't understand why she was explaining.
"I...I have to go back. I'm so sleepy." Qi Yi'an smiled, revealing his teeth. He was open and honest again.
"Then I'll take you. It's late at night, the subway has stopped running, and it's not safe for you to be alone." Qin Ruoshui was slightly disappointed after her several invitations were rejected.
Qi Yi'an thought for a moment, "...Um...thank you, Miss."
Reaching the entrance of the bar on the ground, the crisp, early morning air sobered Qi Yi'an considerably. "It was a pleasure meeting you today, Miss."
"Huh? In the end, all I got was 'nice to meet you'? How disappointing!" Qin Ruoshui complained.
Qi Yi'an looked up and smiled apologetically. The woman's long, soft, black hair was slightly disheveled by the wind, her features bright and her makeup exquisite. Her red lips were alluring, and she looked at Qi Yi'an with a playful smile. Qin Ruoshui was tall and shapely; when Qi Yi'an watched her dance in the bar earlier, the lighting was dim, making it difficult to see clearly. Now, Qi Yi'an stood there, stunned. So beautiful.
"Little friend, what are you thinking about?"
This scene...it seems familiar...to the woman from my previous dream...
Qi Yi'an was confused again. He reached out to tuck a stray strand of hair behind her ear, and Qin Ruoshui smiled even more seductively, moving closer once more…
He's addicted; he still wants her kisses, he can't get enough.
That's how Qi Yi'an went to Qin Ruoshui's house for tea at two in the morning.
Chapter 3 Death Beneath the Peony Blossom...
When Qin Ruoshui woke up again, it was almost noon.
She wasn't in a hurry to get up, squinting as she quietly observed Qi Yi'an, who was still asleep. This little boy, asleep, seemed even more like a...
The little one. He seemed quite calm last night, is his sleeping posture so adorable?
Qi Yi'an's hair was already disheveled, her fair face flushed pink, her lips slightly pouting, her long eyelashes drooping like curtains, trembling slightly. Her breathing was shallow, almost silent. Was she dreaming?
Qin Ruoshui couldn't help but lower her head and kiss her forehead.
Qi Yi'an stirred in her arms, first raising his eyebrows before slightly opening his eyes, then closing them again. Instinctively, he snuggled closer to Qin Ruoshui, feeling how warm it was. "Baby, were you dreaming?" It was that same languid and alluring female voice.
The scene before her felt like a dream. Qi Yi'an thought quietly, but didn't answer. Instead, she gently asked, "What time is it?"
"Good morning, Sera. What time is it?" Qin Ruoshui asked the air.
Hmm? Who is she asking?
A response came from the air: "Good morning, it's 11:11 a.m."
Who is that?
"Oh, my AI smart home Sera. Are you hungry? Get up and get something to eat." Qin Ruoshui beckoned her finger, got up, picked up the scattered clothes, and handed them to her.
Qi Yi'an took the clothes from under the covers in a daze. Seeing that Qin Ruoshui was still looking at her, she turned her head and said dully, "You... turn around, I need to change my clothes."
"Oh? So shy?...What part of you haven't I seen?"
This woman is really… “I don’t care!” Qi Yi’an snapped at her, “Turn around!”
So cute, yet so fierce! Haha.
"Okay, then come downstairs by yourself in a bit, I'll go make something to eat." "..."
…
Even after Qi Yi'an got up, she was still in a daze, eating the avocado toast that Qin Ruoshui had made for her, lost in thought.
What did she do last night?
Three years ago, after being confessed to by a female classmate, Qi Yi'an did extensive research and eventually accepted the fact that he was gay. Unfortunately, he had always been attracted to straight women, experiencing several unrequited loves. He adhered to the principle of "better to be single than in a bad relationship," and remained single to this day. Now, he's actually had a one-night stand with a complete stranger whose name he doesn't even know. Qi Yi'an himself finds it unbelievable.
"Is it good?" Qin Ruoshui asked her, holding up her cup. "Would you like some coffee?"