If another man were scolded like this, he might lose his temper. But for Ji Mingshao, her scolding made him feel closer to her, and he replied, “Okay, I’ll listen.”
Luo Jie’s heart went cold. Although Ruan Ning was defending him, her tone towards Ji Mingshao showed she treated him with respect. Remembering their recent intimacy, his heart ached as he lowered his head.
Ji Mingshao did not wait for an answer, as Ruan Ning quickly changed the subject and avoided discussing the topic, despite Ruan Shixin and Chen’s wife asking several times.
Ji Mingshao was sulking in his room, turning things over in his mind until he made a decision.
When Ruan Ning entered at night, he emerged from the darkness and embraced her. Although she couldn’t see his face, Ruan Ning quickly recognized him.
Over the past month, they had grown closer, but since Luo Jie left, Ji Mingshao’s anxiety had disappeared, and the passion they once had had not returned. This was partly why Ruan Ning hadn’t given her parents an answer; she wanted to enjoy her newfound freedom and felt something was missing between her and Ji Mingshao.
She pushed him away, saying, “What are you doing? You scared me.”
Ji Mingshao did not respond, refusing to let go. As Ruan Ning tried to find a candle, he pushed her against the wall, silently holding her with newfound determination.
Ruan Ning softened and gently asked, “What’s wrong?” “Don’t light the lamp,” he replied muffled. “Why? It’s uncomfortable in the dark,” Ruan Ning teased. “I’m going to light it.” “No lamp,” he insisted in a low voice. His cold lips found hers in the darkness, kissing her lightly, “Anyway, no lamp.” She thought he wasn’t strong enough. Without light, she felt his strong arms and sensed his power. His breath brushed her lips, making Ruan Ning’s heart race. She lightly bit his lip. This action unleashed Ji Mingshao’s suppressed emotions, and he immediately counterattacked, imprisoning her instead. His arms encircled her tightly, revealing a strength she hadn’t realized. She focused on leaning into him, drowning in the kiss. Ji Mingshao, craving her, was relentless. His hand caressed her back, growing bolder until he touched her smooth waist.
