klisemfg Chapter 395 These are bought for Jiang Chengyu
Chapter 395 These are bought for Jiang Chengyu
In the center of the bustling city stands the luxurious Hongsheng Royal View Hotel. As night falls and the lights come on, the dim and warm lights in the hotel pour down, as if covering every corner with a layer of soft gauze.
The light from the crystal chandelier refracts colorful light through the crystal, complementing the exquisite decorations around it, creating an elegant and romantic atmosphere.
Pei Huiping was wearing a neatly tailored suit, every wrinkle was ironed to perfection, and the slim fit perfectly outlined his tall and straight figure.
His carefully groomed hair exuded a faint luster, and his handsome face looked even more elegant under the light.
At this moment, he was sitting opposite Luo Jinxi, who was wearing a simple yet elegant dress.
Luo Jinxi's dress is a soft beige color, with the hem slightly spread out, perfectly showing her gentle temperament. Her delicate collarbone is faintly visible against the neckline, and her long, shiny black hair is casually draped over her shoulders, with a few strands of hair falling beside her fair cheeks, making her even more charming.
Pei Huiping's fingers tapped lightly on the table, as if he was weighing his words over and over again in his heart.
After a moment, he leaned forward slightly and said in a very gentle and sincere voice: "Jinxi, I don't want to do this from the bottom of my heart, and I will never force you to change your mind.
But life is too short, just like the fleeting fireworks, brilliant but fleeting.
No one can predict which will come first, happiness or disaster. Take Zhu Huimin’s case for example. This case has deeply touched all of us.”
He paused slightly, picked up the water glass on the table, took a sip, and after calming down, he continued, "It has been so difficult for Zhu Huimin to come this far.
She left her hometown and came to G City to work. Her initial wish was to earn more money so that her brother and mother could live a stable life.
But the complexity of life far exceeded her imagination, and she also had her own selfish desires.
When she met Dong Jiahui, she knew clearly that he was a married man, but she still couldn't control herself and got involved in an unclear relationship with Dong Jiahui.
Later, she met Zhou Nan, who was handsome and talented, so her attention quickly shifted to him.
This series of events can only be described as her instinct to seek a place to live under the helplessness of life, but it cannot be a reason for her to be pitied. "
Luo Jinxi looked at Pei Huiping quietly, with an elusive emotion in her eyes. She did not speak, but just listened quietly. Her slender fingers gently turned the glass in front of her, and the liquid in the glass flickered faintly under the light.
Pei Huiping saw that Luo Jinxi did not respond, and paused for a moment, a look of apology appeared on his face, and he said sincerely: "I'm sorry, Jinxi, I really didn't mean anything else.
I just think that maybe we can try to get along for a while. Can you give me a chance?
In order to be closer to you and make you understand me, I put a lot of thought into transferring here to work as a forensic pathologist.
People in our industry are often not understood by others, and only we ourselves know the pressure and hardships of our work.
So I think we should understand, support and tolerate each other, so that we can go further on this criminal investigation path.”
Luo Jinxi raised his head slightly, his eyes met Pei Huiping's, and he said softly, "Give me a sirloin steak, medium rare, and a vanilla dessert."
Pei Huiping's originally tense and solemn expression instantly melted away like ice and snow, revealing an extremely brilliant smile, which was full of joy and expectation: "Okay, waiter."
As soon as he finished speaking, a waiter in a neat uniform came over quickly with a polite and professional smile on his face: "Hello, sir, what would you like to order?"
Pei Huiping took the menu gracefully, his long, white fingers sliding gently across the menu.
He first carefully found the dishes Luo Jinxi wanted on the English menu, ordered them carefully, and then thought for a moment;
I ordered a cup of Luo Jinxi's favorite hot cocoa and an exquisite fruit platter, hoping that it would help her relieve her greasy feeling after the meal.
Finally, he ordered a plate of pasta and a glass of red wine for himself. After ordering, he handed the menu back to the waiter and said with a smile, "That's all, thank you."
The waiter nodded politely: "Please wait a moment, I'll be right there."
Luo Jinxi looked at the waiter's back as he left, the corners of his mouth slightly raised, and he teased: "You added so many things. You should know that after this meal, three months' salary will be gone. Do you plan to go begging on the street with a broken bowl and a dog-beating stick?"
When Pei Huiping heard this, he deliberately acted pitiful, burst into tears and said, "My dear lady, you are so kind and beautiful, would you be willing to take in a poor person like me?"
Luo Jinxi looked at Pei Huiping's funny words and expressions, and couldn't help turning his head to look out the window. He burst out laughing, and the laughter was crisp and pleasant, echoing in this warm space like a silver bell:
"Okay, I'm kindhearted and will accept you because you're handsome. But I have to say this first. You'll have to cook three meals a day and take care of the hygiene of the house."
Pei Huiping was delighted when he heard Luo Jinxi's words, and nodded hurriedly: "Okay, I'm happy to serve you. From now on, you can leave all the big and small affairs of the family to me, and I guarantee that you will be satisfied."
After dinner, the warm yellow street lights cast a soft glow in the night, creating a quiet atmosphere on the street.
Pei Huiping sat in the driver's seat, his fingers casually resting on the steering wheel, his eyes drifting towards the rearview mirror from time to time to confirm whether Luo Jinxi, who was sitting in the passenger seat, was comfortable.
The car started slowly, and the wheels rolled over the asphalt road, making a slight rustling sound, as if playing a soft nocturne.
Along the way, the mottled light and shadows from the lights outside the car window were reflected in the car like flowing watercolor paintings.
Luo Jinxi looked out the window quietly, occasionally turning his head, his eyes meeting Pei Huiping's. The two smiled at each other, and the air was filled with an indescribable tacit understanding and warmth.
Pei Huiping said for no reason: "Thank you Jinxi, I will definitely make you happy." His voice was low and firm, with a bit of unquestionable tenderness.
Luo Jinxi raised the corners of his mouth slightly, revealing a playful smile and said: "I just promised you to try, whether you can pass the trial period is still uncertain!"
Her tone was relaxed, as if she was joking, but there was a glimmer of anticipation in her eyes; she was looking forward to the day when Pei Huiping would give up because she didn't want to hurt him.
Pei Huiping chuckled, scratched his head, and said a little embarrassedly: "Jinxi, I... don't know where you live yet?"
Luo Jinxi looked at Pei Huiping, a sly look flashed in his eyes as he said, "Park the car in the yard of the Public Security Bureau and we'll walk back."
Pei Huiping was surprised, but he still followed Luo Jinxi's instructions and skillfully drove the car to the parking space in the yard of the Public Security Bureau.
The two got out of the car. Luo Jinxi held the bouquet of flowers in both hands, as if holding the most precious treasure in the world. With a happy smile on his face, he said, "Let's go!"
I walked out of the Public Security Bureau and into a narrow alley next to it. The alley was filled with a faint smell of fireworks and occasional barking of dogs.
The walls on both sides of the alley are covered with mottled moss, which, under the dim light, adds a few traces of time.
Not far away, I saw an inconspicuous courtyard. The gate of the courtyard was half-open, and a faint light came through.
Pei Huiping followed closely behind, and the two of them went up the stairs in the yard. Luo Jinxi took out the key to open the door, and reached out to turn on the switch at the door.
In an instant, the room was illuminated by lights, and what came into view was a simple sofa and coffee table, with a blanket casually draped on the sofa, as if the owner had just been resting here.
There is a slightly old refrigerator in the corner, with a few sticky notes stuck on the refrigerator door, filled with the trivialities of life.
There is a shoe cabinet at the door, with a few pairs of simple shoes placed on it, neatly and orderly. There is a bedroom with a closed door, as if hiding countless secrets.
Luo Jinxi urged, "Don't be polite, come in and sit down." Then he walked to the coffee table, put down the flowers, pressed the water button on the tea machine, and clear water flowed into the teapot to heat it up.
Pei Huiping looked around in disbelief and said, "Jinxi, is this the only place you live in?" There was a hint of surprise in his tone, but more of it was heartache.
Luo Jinxi asked: "What? Are you not satisfied? Or, as a big Buddha, you think my temple is too small?" She glared at Pei Huiping in pretended anger, but the corners of her mouth could not help but rise.
Pei Huiping quickly waved his hands and explained: "No, no, no, I just think girls prefer comfort and romance. Such a simple room is not your style." His eyes were full of concern, trying to find a trace of grievance or dissatisfaction on Luo Jinxi's face.
Luo Jinxi smiled and said disapprovingly: "My parents and grandfather were both soldiers. Under their influence, thriftiness has become a habit since I was a child.
It’s a little simple here, but it’s easy to clean! It’s clear at a glance, you’ve got a great bargain.”
Her tone was relaxed, as if she was talking about a very ordinary thing, but Pei Huiping could hear her love and tenacity for life.
After saying that, Luo Jinxi stood up and walked to the bedroom door, pushed it open and walked in. After a while, she came out with a new set of pajamas and slippers, and said without disguising:
"I bought these for Jiang Chengyu. He has sent me home once so far, but I don't have the courage to invite him in. He doesn't even know I live here.
Besides... he never cared about where I lived. They are all new, and his body shape is about the same as yours. If you don't mind, go take a shower and put them on!"
Pei Huiping felt a warm current in his heart when he saw Luo Jinxi's honesty. He took the pajamas and slippers, smiled and walked towards the bathroom, his steps brisk and firm, as if at this moment, he had truly entered Luo Jinxi's life and her heart.