radicalducati Chapter 27 A cripple trying to have his cake and eat it too
Chapter 27 A cripple trying to have his cake and eat it too
in the cinema.
It's an art film on the screen.
Almost all the people who come to see this kind of film are couples, and each couple is quite far apart; their real intention is not what they're looking for.
It's clear that Li Jiangyan really likes this kind of film.
He looked at it very carefully.
Only Wen Shuyi seemed distracted.
Suddenly, a man's hand appeared on the popcorn in her hand. She turned her head in surprise and saw Sheng Tingwang.
The man made a shushing gesture at her.
The scream that was about to come out of her mouth was swallowed back down.
The man took the phone and handed over his QR code for adding friends.
He ignored Wen Shu's request.
He then moved it closer to her eyes.
Wen Shuyi turned her face to him, glared at him, and lowered her voice, "Are you crazy?"
"Would you like to speak a little louder?" He gestured towards his phone with his eyes. "Let's communicate using our phones; it won't disturb Dr. Li's viewing experience."
Wen Shu also glanced at Li Jiangyan, who was focused on watching the movie.
I took out my phone and added Sheng Tingwang.
Sheng Tingwang didn't speak, but instead typed on his phone.
[The day after tomorrow is Grandpa Sheng's birthday. Are you planning to bring Li Jiangyan along?]
The way he asked the question made it sound as if he already knew she would come.
With her delicate, warm fingertips, she typed on her phone, "[I don't need to report to you, right?]"
[Have you decided to date him?]
Wen Shuyi: [That's right.]
Sheng Tingwang remained silent for a long while, then asked, "[Do I still have a chance?]"
Wen Shuyi looked at the line of text.
It's ridiculous. [Third Master is married. Asking this, are you trying to have an affair with me? I don't want to suffer your wife's slaps again.]
I apologize to you on her behalf.
Wen Shuyi took a deep breath and then slowly exhaled, "[After I accept, will you stop bothering me?]"
Sheng Ting got up abruptly.
I walked out of the theater.
Wen Shuyi breathed a sigh of relief, but to her surprise, her phone immediately received a message from him: [Come out, explain yourself, and I'll let you go.]
Wen Shuyi stared at the line of text, somewhat unable to understand it.
In fact, she also wanted to make a complete break with the past.
The future will be better for both of us.
"Brother Jiang Yan, I'm going to the restroom, I'll be right back."
Li Jiangyan prepared to get up. "I'll stay with you."
"No need, I can manage on my own."
Wen Shu also told a lie.
We walked out of the observation deck.
She couldn't find Sheng Tingwang anywhere.
As she passed the restroom, a large hand pulled her inside.
A bathroom specifically for mothers and babies.
The space is narrow and cramped.
He pulled her close in front of him, forcing her lower back to press uncomfortably against the countertop.
"Didn't we want to make things clear?" She didn't look up at him, not because she was afraid, but because she didn't want to.
The man was too tall and strong; his imposing figure seemed to engulf Wen Shuyi, creating a strong sense of oppression. "Look up at me."
Wen Shuyi closed his eyes briefly.
She looked at him with a defiant expression, "Say it... um..."
He pressed down on the back of her head.
Turning and crushing.
There was no room for the slightest refusal of this kiss.
With a forceful tongue, I pried open her teeth and began to entangle with her.
Wen Shuyi's meager strength was utterly insignificant compared to Sheng Tingwang's.
She simply gave up struggling.
As his passion turned to tenderness, she finally slapped him across the face. "Does Third Master really enjoy this kind of thrill?"
"Shuyi, give me some time, okay? I will handle things with Xu Chuyin." He moved his cheeks, his eyes revealing humility.
Wen Shuyi turned her face away from him, her voice tinged with desolation, "Is it because I'm stupid? Is it because I'm stupid enough, so foolish, that I would choose someone like me and deceive you again and again?"
"No." His Adam's apple bobbed as he pressed his forehead against hers. "Shuyi, three years ago, I really did want to marry you. I didn't lie to you."
"Yes." Her eyes were filled with tears, but she smiled. "I believed you, but you weren't gone for three days, you were gone for three years. You're Xu Chuyin's husband now, you're someone else's husband. What's the point of saying all this now?"
If what he said is true.
He liked her so much.
He could have gotten the marriage certificate with her first, and then dealt with Xu Chuyin's family matters.
He did not.
He never even considered marrying her.
A man's sweet talk in bed is like farts; only a fool like her would believe it.
"Sheng Tingwang, I'm ready to start over. I think Jiang Yan is a good guy. He's knowledgeable, has a respectable and stable job, is upright, and doesn't look down on my past. We had a great chat tonight, and I hope you won't bother me anymore."
That's all there is to it.
Even with the strongest emotions, one shouldn't be so entangled as to lose all sense of shame.
Wen Shuyi pushed Sheng Tingwang away and straightened her disheveled hair and collar.
As he turned to leave, he grabbed her wrist. "Is he really that good?"
"At least for now, he seems like a good person."
Whether they stay or leave in the end, no one can say for sure.
To stop Sheng Tingwang from bothering him, Wen Shuyi said some harsh words, "Unlike you, Third Master, who has no integrity whatsoever, no proper job, a physical disability, and is always thinking about having your cake and eating it too."
Sheng Ting gave a self-deprecating laugh.
A bitter taste lingered on my lips.
He finally let go of her hand.
Wen Shuyi showed no hesitation, opened the door, and walked out.
The art-house film is nearing its end.
Li Jiangyan patiently explained to Wen Shuyi the contents of the video after she left.
Wen Shuyi listened to him absentmindedly until the film ended.
The lights came on.
A few couples walked out.
Wen Shuyi and Li Jiangyan went to have dinner.
Then, like any other couple, they strolled around for a while before he took her back to her rented apartment.
"I heard from Sui'an that you're planning to buy a house?" Li Jiangyan asked.
Wen Shuyi nodded, "That's the idea."
"Do you need any help?" Li Jiangyan quickly added, afraid that Wen Shuyi might misunderstand, "What I mean is, I can introduce you to a reliable intermediary, and I also have acquaintances at the bank who can help you get the lowest interest rate loan."
Wen Shu didn't think much of it.
She wanted to pay a larger down payment so that she would have to pay less in loan repayments later.
I plan to buy a house next spring. "If I need it then, I'll contact you."
"OK."
There didn't seem to be much formality or agreement.
Wen Shuyi and Li Jiangyan naturally became a couple.
She thought that life should be simple and peaceful to feel at ease.
She quite likes this feeling.
……
Grandpa Sheng's 80th birthday banquet.
Many people from the entertainment industry were invited.
Wen Shuyi did not come with the Wen family, but chose to go alone.
The goal is simple.
After offering her simple blessings, she planned to leave early.
The gate of the Sheng family remains solemn, with the plaque commemorating their meritorious service prominently displayed.
"Why won't you let me in? I'm Sheng Li's girlfriend, and I'll be his wife in the future. I'm a member of the Sheng family. I'm here to wish Grandpa Sheng a happy birthday. Don't stop me."
It's Shen Xinwan.
Wen Shuyi hadn't seen her for a while.
She used to be quite dignified.
Since she was kicked out of the Sheng family, she has been threatening suicide and blocking Sheng Li's door, completely losing her composure.
There's a sense of melancholy.
He saw Wen Shuyi walking over.
Shen Xinwan raised her chin arrogantly, "You have no connection with the Sheng family anymore, so why are you here?"