Chapter 358: It Would Be Strange If You Could Hear It
Translator: Henyee Translations Editor: Henyee Translations
After settling into bed, a heavy silence lingered between them. Nevertheless, both were aware that the other wasn’t asleep.
Su Bin couldn’t resist breaking the silence, attempting to shift the conversation. “Why don’t you inquire about what transpired at the banquet?” He sought to divert her attention.
Qin Zhenzhen appeared distracted. “What else could possibly occur at a banquet? Isn’t it just eating, drinking, distributing rewards, putting on a show, and reciting poetry?”
Su Bin remarked, “It’s bound to be more than that.”
Qin Zhenzhen suddenly grasped the situation. “Ah, I see. According to the magistrate’s wife, wealthy merchants offer beauties as prizes. Those who are both handsome and hold high status might have a chance to win one.”
“Even if you’re not a married High Scholar, you might still become a son-in-law to one of these affluent merchants.
“Are you implying they took an interest in you?” “Or are they planning to gift you a beauty?”
Su Bin nodded in affirmation.
“So you were already aware of this.”
Yet, she didn’t appear the least bit concerned. She didn’t even inquire further.
Was this the reason she didn’t take him seriously?
Qin Zhenzhen found herself genuinely taken aback. “What’s going on? Are you facing some predicament?”
Su Bin offered an awkward smile. “What sort of trouble could I possibly encounter? Everyone knows I’m already married. I don’t stand a chance to become a son-in-law.”
Qin Zhenzhen felt uncomfortable hearing this. Even she did not realize that his words made her feel a little sour.
“Then do you feel regretful?”
“What regrets do I have? My wife is beautiful and capable. There’s no one else in the world who wouldn’t envy me.”
Even that wretched Crown Prince tried to lay claim.
“True, there may be wealthy businessmen offering beauties, but I won’t entertain their advances.”
“In my life, you alone are sufficient.”
Qin Zhenzhen was taken aback.
It was undeniable that she possessed beauty and capability, but their relationship was purely in name. He hadn’t even sought her consent.
With this in mind, Qin Zhenzhen asked him earnestly, “Do you still remember what I told you last time?”
Su Bin nodded. “I remember.”
“You mentioned that we could only be together if both of us had feelings for each other.”
“I’ve come to realize that I already hold deep affection for you because I can’t fathom days without you by my side. My heart quickens every time I lay eyes on you these days. If you doubt me, you can feel it for yourself.”
Qin Zhenzhen closed her eyes.
She noticed that her own heart was now racing.
What in the world? Su Bin could employ such old-fashioned words of love to flirt with her.
She was completely smitten with this young man.
In his presence, she became increasingly unsettled.
Su Bin continued with his customary sweet words.
“If you haven’t fallen for me yet, then I’ll persist until you do.”
“I’ll dedicate my life to proving it. I’m a man worthy of your affection.”
Qin Zhenzhen’s heart raced as she opened her eyes and turned to face Su Bin. “How do you plan to prove it? What do you have in mind?”
Su Bin’s excitement surged. “May I hug you?”
Before Qin Zhenzhen could react, Su Bin swiftly embraced her.
“You… let go!”
Qin Zhenzhen blushed furiously.
This guy had launched a sneak attack!
She had assumed Su Bin wouldn’t release her, but to her surprise, he let go swiftly.
“Your heart is pounding so rapidly.”
Qin Zhenzhen couldn’t help but scold him.
“Don’t talk nonsense! It’s strange if you could hear the heartbeat through clothes!”