Kyoto kisses her

Chapter 167 The Century-Old Problem—The Falling-in-Water Problem

"..." Huo Jingcheng.

Su Ruoyun's conjecture was not unfounded; the disguised mini "business negotiation meeting" in the teahouse was still fresh in her mind.

Although the two were able to communicate normally, it was clear that neither was willing to give in.

It was clear from the fact that Su Mingyan was following closely behind her and Huo Jingcheng that he was uneasy.

What she didn't know was that Su Mingyan was able to communicate with him normally now entirely because of Huo Jingcheng's concessions.

The concessions made by You Ran Ju were not in vain; at least they earned Su Mingyan's willingness to speak to him.

A soft goose-down sofa sits by the floor-to-ceiling window, the shimmering floor tiles blending seamlessly with the lake and sky outside. The girl's expression is earnest.

Seeing this, a smile appeared in Huo Jingcheng's eyes, a meaningful smile. His slender fingertips lifted a strand of her hair, casually hooking it and gently twisting it between his fingers, the touch smooth in his hand.

Is this how you see your brother?

"..." Su Ruoyun.

Her clear eyes rolled upwards, meeting the man's dark and deep gaze. Feeling exposed, Su Ruoyun fell silent.

She knew that her brother wasn't exactly a good person, but after Huo Jingcheng said that, she felt a little guilty towards Su Mingyan.

There are some, but not many.

After a long while, Huo Jingcheng honestly explained and clarified on Su Mingyan's behalf: "It has nothing to do with him."

Su Mingyan did not continue to cut corners on profit margins, and the Western Energy project progressed rapidly, with construction to begin soon.

As soon as he finished speaking, Huo Jingcheng raised an eyebrow almost imperceptibly, thinking that compared to that old fox Su Mingyan in sheep's clothing, he was too kind, knowing to help explain.

If it were Su Mingyan, it would be considered good enough if she didn't take the opportunity to slander him.

Su Ruoyun frowned. If it wasn't her brother, then who was it?

Is there a problem with the company's internal management?

She guessed them one by one.

Seeing through her intentions, Huo Jingcheng chuckled softly, a fleeting smile curving his thin lips. He flicked her smooth forehead with his long finger, the touch very light.

Then he casually began to speak:
"Honey, not everyone is as decisive as your boyfriend?"

"..." Su Ruoyun stared wide-eyed in a daze, belatedly raising her hand to cover her forehead where she had been flicked, thinking she had misheard.

This was the first time I'd heard him call me that; before, he'd always affectionately called me his girlfriend or Little Bamboo.

The word "baby" carried a tender, lingering affection when uttered by Huo Jingcheng.

Su Ruoyun's heart stirred slightly, but after the initial surge, she regained her composure, lowered her hand, and laughed at his shamelessness.

Huo Jingcheng's brows furrowed with a carefree arrogance, "What, don't you think your boyfriend has guts?"

"feel,"

As Su Ruoyun spoke, she raised her head and kissed Huo Jingcheng's cheek. Feeling that wasn't enough, she leaned in and kissed him again.

After she stepped away, her beautiful eyes stared silently at him, her nose inhaling the rich ebony and faint tobacco scent emanating from him. She couldn't help but say, "I still think my boyfriend is really handsome."

Huo Jingcheng was held by her shoulders and neck, and she kissed him several times.

Her soft little hands cupped her handsome face, and the focus in her eyes was clear. He couldn't help but be moved, and the large hand that stroked Su Ruoyun's head became even gentler.

Huo Jingcheng slowly lowered his head, closing the distance between them. When their eyes met, he asked, "Do you like a boyfriend?"

“I like it.” Su Ruoyun raised her hand and tugged at a button on Huo Jingcheng’s casual shirt, playing with it between her fingers.

Huo Jingcheng's eyes flickered slightly, and he seized the opportunity to speak: "Then when will you let your boyfriend appear in public openly?"

"Wait a little longer, let's see my brother." Su Ruoyun recalled the last time at the teahouse, because of Huo Jingcheng and Su Mingyan's sudden appearance, she was unable to get any information from Li Wenye.

She pondered when she would have time to meet with Li Wenye again.

His uprightness has nothing to do with Su Mingyan.

Huo Jingcheng gritted his teeth in annoyance, childishly insisting on comparing himself to his brother, "Who's more handsome, me or your brother?"

Let's start with appearance.

"Of course it's you," Su Ruoyun blurted out without hesitation.

In terms of appearance, both men have striking and deep features, sharp and angular profiles, and exude the noble and aloof air of young noblemen.

If you had to choose, Huo Jingcheng was more appealing to her. He had well-defined features, high brow bones, and an exceptionally handsome face, with a touch of cold roguishness.

Her offhand remark made Huo Jingcheng momentarily smug, his thin lips curving slightly, his voice utterly nonchalant.

"Do you like me or your brother?"

Then delve deeper into the emotions involved.

Su Ruoyun: "You."

Why would she like her brother? She's not a pervert.

"If your brother and I both fell into the water one day, who would you save?"

Huo Jingcheng meticulously dug pits and set traps for her, step by step.

“…???” Su Ruoyun.

Su Ruoyun never imagined that this century-old problem would one day happen to her, and that she would not be the one asking the question, but the one being asked it.

She stood there, stunned.

Huo Jingcheng narrowed his alluring peach blossom eyes, his expression clearly displeased, after not receiving the same answer as the previous two times.

The living room lights were off, but Su Ruoyun saw a shattered light in his eyes. She stared intently into his dark eyes, then belatedly tried to salvage the situation by saying, "You two can both swim."

Su Mingyan learned to swim together with his two siblings, so she knew about it, while Huo Jingcheng had seen him swimming in the pool at Xiyuan.

It's the same whether you explain it or not.

"What if we don't know either?" he insisted, demanding an answer.

Su Ruoyun thought to herself: There are no "what ifs".

Her fingers began to grip his expensive cufflinks, her mind racing.

"...I believe that with your intelligence, you two wouldn't put yourselves in a situation that worries me." She spoke tactfully, her round almond-shaped eyes wide open, full of seriousness, making it easy to believe what she said.

This is a problem of the century, and there is no perfect answer. This answer barely passes muster, but Huo Jingcheng is still not quite satisfied.

"I've treated you like a precious gem, so how could you bear to let me fall into the water, huh?"

His tone rose at the end, as if he were questioning Su Ruoyun's answer.

Su Ruoyun changed the subject, biting her lower lip.

He said he was afraid it would melt if he kept it in his mouth, and she inexplicably thought of something astringent.

The warm touch caressed my entire body...

In my mind, it was like a slow-motion movie playing out, with scenes flashing back one after another.

When she came to her senses, she met Huo Jingcheng's ambiguous smile and guiltily turned her face away to avoid his pursuing gaze.

Su Ruoyun gazed at the view of the high-rise buildings outside the floor-to-ceiling windows, raised her hand and slapped her forehead in annoyance, feeling that she had been too shameless.