The stars adorned the sky, and it was already past midnight!

Lin Fan had just parted ways with Lin Kongxian. After thinking for a moment, he finally headed to his room, intending to check on the little guy, Lin Xuechuan!

Phew~

Suddenly, a fragrant breeze enveloped Lin Fan from behind.

The scent wasn't overpowering but was incredibly captivating.

Upon smelling this familiar aroma, a faint smile appeared on Lin Fan's face. He turned around and saw a charming silhouette before him!

Her exquisite figure was wrapped in light pink clothing, outlined gracefully, with long black hair cascading down her shoulders like a waterfall.

Lin Qianxiao carried an extraordinary classical beauty, different from modern women, as refreshing as a simple dish of tofu with green onions after a heavy meal!

If someone met Junior Sister for the first time, they would undoubtedly think she was a fairy stepped out from a painting!

"Why haven't you rested yet?" Lin Fan asked with a light smile.

"Waiting for you!"

Lin Qianxiao remained cold, exuding a chill that kept people at bay, making them hesitant to approach!

Upon hearing this, Lin Fan chuckled bitterly. The knot between him and Junior Sister wasn't something that could be easily untied in a day or two, after all, it was a bond forged from five years of longing!

"What are you waiting for me for?" Lin Fan asked with a gentle smile.

Lin Qianxiao didn't reply but walked up to Lin Fan, extending her delicate hand. In her palm lay a piece of emerald Rough Jade!

"This is..."

Seeing the jade, Lin Fan paused, momentarily stunned!

He knew about this jade; it was said that when the old man found Lin Qianxiao back then, this jade was with her. It was extremely rare, and according to the old man, wearing it was very beneficial to the body, invaluable!

Lin Qianxiao said, "Give it to your son, Lin Xuechuan."

"This jade is very important to you. You need it to find your identity; I can't accept it!" Lin Fan refused.

"I don't have anything else of value except this jade, which still holds some worth. Take it as a gift from me to Lin Xuechuan." After a few hesitant movements of her lips, Lin Qianxiao said.

"But..." Lin Fan hesitated.

"All the other senior brothers have given something to the kid. I don't want to be different from the others, so I hope you can accept it!" Lin Qianxiao said determinedly.

"Alright! I'll just hold onto the jade for you. When you want it back, you can take it anytime!" Lin Fan sighed, reluctantly reaching out to take the Rough Jade.

As soon as the jade touched his hand, Lin Fan felt a warm sensation, more comfortable than soaking in a hot spring!

After handing over the jade, Lin Qianxiao's thin, sexy lips lightly pressed together. After much hesitation, she wanted to speak but stopped, then turned to leave!

"Wait a minute!"

Just then, Lin Fan's voice suddenly sounded behind Lin Qianxiao!

Lin Qianxiao's lifted foot involuntarily stepped back as she sensed Lin Fan approaching step by step.

For a moment, Lin Qianxiao felt her heart racing, as if a restless deer was bounding around inside!

"I think we should talk!" Lin Fan couldn't bear the oppressive feeling any longer.

Upon hearing this, Lin Qianxiao felt a stir in her heart, biting her lip hard.

After a long pause, Lin Qianxiao spoke softly, "We still need some time..."

"Qianxiao, you should understand what really happened in those five years! Between us, it was just a misunderstanding, what more time is needed?" Lin Fan asked.

"I haven't moved on from that relationship yet. In my heart, there's someone who is sunny and fearless. In these five years, you've changed a lot. It's hard to merge the current you with the old you!"

Lin Qianxiao's beautiful eyes showed a hint of confusion, her voice somewhat hoarse!

Lin Fan remained silent!

He had almost exhausted every effort, yet Junior Sister still kept that love sealed away!

"How long do you need?" Lin Fan asked.

"A long time, maybe a year, maybe ten years, maybe... a lifetime!" Lin Qianxiao said in confusion.

Lin Fan's mouth twitched continuously, not knowing how to respond to this!

"Kiss her! Embrace her! Show her your love!"

At that moment, an impulsive urge surged in Lin Fan's heart!

An elder once said that a man's firmness and initiative could melt a cold woman's heart!

Lin Fan steeled himself, grabbing Lin Qianxiao's fragrant shoulders and turning her around, leaning in to kiss her lips!

Startled, Lin Qianxiao quickly raised her hand to cover her mouth, causing Lin Fan's kiss to land on her fragrant palm!

Then, Lin Qianxiao suddenly lifted her foot, mercilessly stepping on Lin Fan's foot!

"Hiss!"

Lin Fan took a sharp breath, instinctively recoiling his foot.

Taking advantage of this opportunity, Lin Qianxiao hurriedly pulled away, turned around, and left, leaving only a lingering fragrance in the air!

Watching Lin Qianxiao's departing figure, Lin Fan's heart was filled with bitterness!

Looking at the warm jade in his palm, Lin Fan clenched it tightly, then turned and headed to his room, knocking on the door!

But to Lin Fan's surprise, there was no response from inside!

"Could they be asleep?"

Lin Fan looked puzzled, just about to leave, when he saw a shadow flickering inside the room!

Suddenly, Lin Fan's brows furrowed, his face showing a hint of solemnity!

Enemy!

The word instantly flashed in Lin Fan's mind!

For both Meina and Lin Xuechuan, Lin Fan owed too much to allow any more mishaps to befall them!

"Bang!"

A dull thud was heard!

Lin Fan kicked the door open, ready to shout, but the scene before him brought him to an abrupt halt!

Standing before him was none other than Meina!

Meina was packing a bag at the moment!

Turning to see Lin Fan, Meina was startled, quickly hiding the bag behind her with a hint of nervousness on her face!

"What are you doing?" Lin Fan asked with a frown.

"Nothing?" Meina replied.

"Then why are you packing? Are you leaving?" Lin Fan said, stepping towards Meina.

Meina appeared slightly nervous, just about to turn around when Lin Fan suddenly reached out, grabbing her arm.

Having faced setbacks with Junior Sister, Lin Fan was determined not to let Meina leave this time, for Lin Xuechuan's sake and to be a dutiful husband!

With a slight force of his arm, Meina spun around once like a ballet dancer, stumbling, and fell into Lin Fan's arms.

Lin Fan held Meina's chin slightly, unhesitatingly kissing her!

In that kiss, Lin Fan wanted to convey all his feelings for her—his apologies, his responsibility to her!