Beijing-Hong Kong Rosemary

Chapter 50 She snuggled into my arms and slept all night.
Shen Guining walked around the foot of the bed, lifted the other side of the quilt, and quietly got into bed.

The bed is over two meters long, more than enough for two people to sleep on, and you can roll around on it a few times without falling off.

The bed surface has slightly sunken.

She didn't dare move closer to the middle, but lay down on the edge of the bed.

Humans are naturally small, perhaps only taking up one-sixth of this bed.

The bedding was filled with the crisp scent of pine, a gentle and clean aroma mixed with Mr. Qu's unique subtle fragrance, lingering around the nose.

She has always slept alone since she can remember, and suddenly having someone else next to her makes her feel uncomfortable in every way.

Even though nothing was done, there was a strange feeling of ambiguity floating in the air, making her feel uncomfortable all over. After lying down properly, she dared not move.

Qu Yanci sat on the other side, the two of them seemingly separated by a galaxy.

"Come to sleep, I won't eat you."

“…Oh.” Shen Guining obediently moved a little further in.

Qu Yanci glanced at her sideways and said, "Come any closer, or you might fall down in the middle of the night."

Shen Guining did as instructed. The closer she got to the center, the stronger the fragrance became. It was a unique scent belonging to Mr. Qu, elegant and calming, which put people at ease.

She actually really likes this flavor.

"Mr. Qu, aren't you asleep yet?"

"Later." Qu Yanci reached out and turned off the main light, switching to the bedside lamp.

Shen Guining pulled the covers up, closed her eyes, and tried to fall asleep.

The room was completely silent; even breathing could be clearly heard.

I was feeling sleepy not long ago, but now my mind is becoming clearer and clearer.

She wanted to turn over, but fearing she would disturb the man beside her, she had to hold back.

Later, just when I was finally starting to feel sleepy, my lower abdomen started to cramp again. I subconsciously changed my sleeping position to lie on my side and curl up.

Qu Yanci put down his phone and looked at her fair face. "Are you feeling unwell?"

Shen Guining bit her lip and said in a weak voice, "My stomach hurts."

"Would you like some brown sugar water?"

"Ah."

She opened her eyes and tried to get out of bed, propping herself up on her elbows, but Qu Yanci stopped her, saying, "Wait."

Shen Guining didn't try to be brave and silently lay back down.

Qu Yanci threw off the covers, got out of bed, and left the bedroom.

Not long after, he returned to the bedside with the water glass and handed it to the little girl.

Shen Guining held the cup, said "thank you," and took a small sip with her red lips touching the cup.

Steam slowly rose from the cup.

The water temperature was just right, so she finished drinking it.

A warm current flowed through my stomach, and the abdominal pain eased slightly.

Qu Yanci put the cup back on the bedside table.

Shen Guining lay down to sleep again.

She doesn't remember how she fell asleep, but in her dream, it seemed like someone was massaging her stomach. The warm, broad palms gave her a constant sense of security.

When she woke up the next morning, she was alone in bed.

Strangely, she clearly slept on her left side last night, but woke up on her right side.

How did she end up with Mr. Qu?
I can't figure it out. She's always a good sleeper and doesn't roll around in bed.

Lost in thought, I noticed the bathroom door open.

Qu Yanci came out from inside. "You're awake."

Shen Guining looked up and greeted him, "Mr. Qu, good morning."

As Qu Yanci straightened his shirt cuffs, he asked, "Are you feeling better?"

Shen Guining nodded, her heart pounding with anxiety. "Did I... bump into you while I was sleeping last night?"

Qu Yanci fastened his cuffs and walked towards the bedside, looking down at her with a steady voice, "You snuggled into my arms all night, have you forgotten?"

“I…” Shen Guining blushed quickly.

She had no recollection of it at all and doubted whether she really had done it. "I'm sorry, I fell asleep and my body was out of control."

She probably felt warm against him, so she leaned closer.

Qu Yanci didn't continue the topic, saying, "I'll get up and have breakfast when I wake up."

Shen Guining only remembered when she saw him wearing a tie, "Mr. Qu, I bought a small gift for you when I went to Shanghai last time."

Qu Yanci watched her get out of bed and run outside, only to return soon after carrying a bag.

Shen Guining had made it clear beforehand, "Don't mind."

Ties bought from outside can never compare to his privately made haute couture ties.

Qu Yanci opened the box, his gaze hardening slightly. "Why are you giving this to me?"

Shen Guining blinked. "Because you gave me a gift too, it's only fair to reciprocate."

Qu Yanci took out a tie. "Do you know how to tie it?"

Shen Guining shook her head.

"teach you."

He took off the tie he had tied around his neck and taught the little girl how to tie it.

His low, warm, and magnetic voice brushed against my ear.

"Cross over, fold over."

"Same on the right, go around once."

"Fold it out from the inside and push it tight."

It was the first time Shen Guining had worn a tie, and he looked like a student listening attentively in class.

With the final step complete, the Windsor knot was positioned below his Adam's apple.

Shen Guining's gaze unconsciously fixed on it.

I clearly remember the first time I met Mr. Qu, I was attracted by his large and full Adam's apple.

She looks even sexier up close.

Qu Yanci reached out and pinched her cheek. "What are you looking at?"

Shen Guining immediately lowered her eyes, "It's nothing."

His slightly calloused fingertips gently caressed her cheek, a ticklish sensation seeping into her skin.

Qu Yanci lifted her chin and leaned closer.

Just as his kiss was about to land, Shen Guining realized what was happening and quickly covered her mouth, saying, "I didn't brush my teeth."
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Winter comes early to Beijing; the temperature has recently dropped below 10 degrees Celsius, so you have to bundle up when you go out.

Shen Guining wasn't quite used to it and missed the temperature on Hong Kong Island, where the average temperature was still in the teens even in winter.

However, what we can look forward to here is the first snow, which should be coming soon.

The group has a team-building activity once a month, and this time it was held at the rooftop bar of the Yunjue Hotel.

Shen Guining stayed at this hotel when she first arrived in Beijing.

At 8 p.m., she took a taxi from her apartment and arrived in 20 minutes.

The rooftop bar on the 66th floor offers a 270° panoramic view. Under the dim, interlaced lighting, ice cubes clink in whiskey glasses, accompanied by a smooth and gentle saxophone melody, creating a relaxed and pleasant atmosphere.

The group had booked a private room, and Shen Guining went to find the room number sent to her by her colleague.

As soon as I pushed open the door, a strong, pungent smell of smoke and alcohol hit me. Several men, all unfamiliar faces, were sitting on the sofa drinking.

Shen Guining realized she had gone to the wrong private room and quickly said, "Sorry, I went to the wrong room."

Just as she was about to turn and leave, a man's rough and unrestrained voice came from behind her, in perfect American accent: "Wait, I want her to have a couple of drinks with me."

As soon as he finished speaking, the two bodyguards standing by the door immediately closed the door, blocking Shen Guining's way.

Another man in a floral shirt spoke to her in Chinese: "Beautiful lady, our Brother C would like to treat you to a drink, please do me the honor."

Shen Guining turned around and sternly refused: "What do you want to do? I'm not here to drink with you, and I don't drink."

The man called Brother C squinted at her, a slight smile playing on his lips, "I've taken a liking to you."

Disgusted by the malicious look in his eyes, Shen Guining forced herself to remain calm and said, "This is China, not a lawless place. Please let me leave immediately."

"You speak such good English too." C was even more interested in her. "Come have a couple of drinks with me and I'll let you go."

(End of this chapter)