On the day of the divorce, I became Qin Shao's darling.

"ah--"

The moment Qin Jiamo reached out and dragged her over, Lin Xiwei screamed in fright.

However, considering the child sleeping next to her, she quickly covered her mouth.

But her wide-open eyes showed that she was truly frightened.

Qin Jiamo lay on his side, his breath right next to her ear.

He chuckled softly, his tone low and ambiguous: "What's your name? Am I that scary?"

Lin Xiwei's heart pounded, and her ears were filled with his hot breath. She felt indescribably agitated.

"Didn't you say we were just going to sleep tonight...?" Lin Xiwei forced herself to calm down and asked him in a low voice.

"Hmm, this is just sleeping, what did you expect me to do?"

Qin Jiamo's voice was even lower than hers, almost like ventriloquism.

Lin Xiwei couldn't relax.

She knew that men were warm, especially in winter, while women always had cold hands and feet, and men were like a big furnace.

But the heat emanating from Qin Jiamo was beyond her expectations.

It was as if lava was about to melt her.

Lin Xiwei felt uncomfortable. After holding it in for a while, she couldn't help but wriggle in his arms, wanting to lie more comfortably.

"If you keep moving around like this, tonight really won't just be about sleeping."

Qin Jiamo's self-control was about to be eroded by her, so he gently nibbled at her ear and whispered a threat.

Lin Xiwei felt a numbness on one side of her body and instinctively flinched.

Qin Jiamo smiled.

He then realized that women's bodies are so sensitive, like a frightened little rabbit.

Moreover, he finally understood why the ancients described beautiful women as "warm and fragrant like jade."

The woman in his arms was soft and fragrant, exuding an alluring aura that constantly challenged his willpower.

After enduring it for an unknown amount of time, he decided to let himself go.

"Lin Xiwei..."

The man called out softly.

"Hmm?" The woman flinched and turned to look at him.

The villa is low-rise, and the faint light from the outdoor streetlights shines through the curtains, leaving a hazy glow inside.

Qin Jiamo could vaguely see those bright eyes and thus roughly determine where her lips were.

He didn't speak, but slightly raised his head, his hot breath directly pressing against her lips.

Lin Xiwei made a weak sound and raised her hand to struggle, but Qin Jiamo explained softly, "Don't worry, I won't force you tonight."

Let's take it one step at a time. Tonight, let's start by getting used to foreplay.

After he said that, Lin Xiwei understood.

He simply wanted to kiss.

But why would he have such a thought?

Women only want to kiss someone they love. Is it the same for men?

No, she thought that men could separate love from lust.

So Qin Jiamo kissing her was just out of primal male instinct.

After all, he was a healthy, young, and strong adult man.

Lin Xiwei was lost in a jumble of thoughts, completely unaware that she had involuntarily responded to him.

In the heat of passion, Qin Jiamo's large hand naturally slipped inside her clothes.

Lin Xiwei frowned and pressed his hand through the fabric, but it was ultimately in vain.

Qin Jiamo's slightly rough fingertips trembled slightly as he measured her body bit by bit, sending shivers down his spine.

He controlled his breathing and clung to the last shred of reason.

The extreme tactile sensation and the extreme restraint made his breathing unusually heavy.

Actually, Lin Xiwei wasn't the only one who was nervous.

For Attorney Qin, who had never had such experience before, he was even more nervous, afraid of making mistakes, and afraid of losing face.

However, what you fear most often comes to pass.

Lin Xiwei was so engrossed in her infatuation that she lost track of time when she suddenly felt Qin Jiamo tremble slightly and hug her tightly.

She didn't understand at first.

After a few seconds of stunned silence, it suddenly dawned on me!

Immediately, I was so embarrassed!

Fortunately, darkness can cover everything.

She didn't dare utter a sound and continued to play dumb.

"You go to sleep first..." Qin Jiamo kissed her one last time, said these words in a low breath, and got up to leave.

The bathroom door opened and then closed.

Lin Xiwei turned over and lay flat on her back, breathing heavily.

They hadn't done anything, but she felt as if she had just died, her whole body numb and weak.

She vaguely understood what was going on.

She suddenly understood why Chu Qing had been advising her to get a divorce, emphasizing the importance of married life.

She should really thank Su Yunfan for his momentary lapse of judgment and infidelity; otherwise, she would never have had a decent meal in her life.

When Qin Jiamo returned, Lin Xiwei had calmed down considerably.

The mattress next to him vibrated, and the man lay back down in bed, his body no longer warm, but instead icy cold.

Lin Xiwei immediately gave him some of the blanket.

"Go to sleep."

After his embarrassing moment, Qin Jiamo became noticeably more obedient, leaving those words softly before simply holding the woman's hand.

Lin Xiwei was somewhat surprised.

I thought a man with his personality would be heartless and cold, but it turns out he's actually quite clingy.

They even hold hands while sleeping.

She was puzzled, but said nothing and didn't pull her hand away.

That night passed peacefully, I suppose.

Qin Jiamo only woke up a few times during the night.

He has always lived alone and has never had anyone else in his bed, let alone shared a bed with a woman.

Every time I try to turn over, I feel something blocking my way and I wake up suddenly, only to remember that there is a woman lying next to me.

—Her son's mother.

And of course, she is also his future wife.

He never doubted this.

Lin Xiwei also woke up at night. Although she had been married for four years, she did not share a bed with Su Yunfan much because of his illness.

Therefore, she is not used to having an adult male sleeping next to her.

Every time she woke up and felt like she was leaning against a wall, a wall with its own heating function, it would leave a ripple in her heart.

Then, thinking that this man was reliable and would soon be her new husband, she would fall asleep peacefully again.

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The following day was Saturday.

But Qin Jiamo and Lin Xiwei both had to go back to work.

Junjun was very happy during breakfast.

"Uncle, when are you moving in with us?"

Qin Jiamo sipped her black coffee and smiled slightly at the question: "Didn't I stay here last night?"

"But what about your luggage? You have to bring all your things over for it to count."

Lin Xiwei looked at her son and said affectionately, "You're so young, but you're quite the worrywart."

Qin Jiamo explained, "We're moving this weekend. What, does Junjun want to help?"

"I'm still a child, I'll only make things worse. Uncle, you should find someone else to help you."

These childish words made both adults laugh.

"You're quite self-aware," Qin Jiamo praised.

Junjun didn't understand what the word meant, but he knew it was a compliment, so he smiled smugly.

After finishing my meal and going outside, the snow had stopped.

But everywhere was a vast expanse of white.

Qin Jiamo was worried about Lin Xiwei driving, so he pulled her towards his car and said, "I'll take you to the company. If I'm free tonight, I'll pick you up. If not, I'll arrange for someone to pick you up."

Lin Xiwei said helplessly, "I would like to drive, but my car isn't home."

Qin Jiamo asked curiously, "Where's your car?"

"At the airport." Actually, Lin Xiwei only remembered this yesterday after returning to the Qin family's old house.

Before her business trip, she drove herself to the airport, thinking she could drive back on her way back.

As a result, Qin Jiamo went to Shenzhen and brought her back.

With such heavy snow yesterday, Qin Jiamo arranged for a driver to take her directly from the airport to the Qin family's old residence, but he forgot her car at the airport.

"I'll go back to the company to finish my work, then go to the airport this afternoon to pick up the car," Lin Xiwei said.

Qin Jiamo opened the passenger door and let her get in.

After he walked around to the front of the car and got into the driver's seat, he instructed, "You don't need to run around. Just give me the car keys. You know roughly where the car is parked, right? Send me the license plate number, and I'll have someone pick it up."

"That's too much trouble," Lin Xiwei declined. "It's more convenient for me to go myself."

"But it's not safe. What if the airport expressway gets icy and slippery?"

"With so many cars coming and going, it won't happen."

"I'm more worried about all these cars." Qin Jiamo started the engine and gently turned the steering wheel to drive away from the parking space. She said casually, "Since I have the ability, I can't let you take risks. Besides, it's a special time now. You need to protect yourself and prepare for pregnancy."

With that, Lin Xiwei had no reason to refuse.

Indeed, getting Junjun treated is the most urgent task right now.

So she followed Qin Jiamo's advice, took out her car keys and put them in the armrest cabinet, and sent him the approximate location of the car and its license plate number.

"I was afraid I would forget my parking spot, so I took pictures to remember it and sent them to you."

"Okay, I'll definitely take the car home tonight."

Lin Xiwei nodded and responded softly.

Thinking about the topics that Old Madam Qin had discussed with her yesterday, Lin Xiwei considered it for a moment and decided to talk to Qin Jiamo.

"Yesterday... my godmother said some things to me."

Qin Jiamo focused on driving and didn't turn around, but continued her sentence: "Is it about you and me?"

"Yes. My godmother knew you went to Guangzhou on a business trip, so she made a special trip to Shenzhen to see me."

The man smiled faintly, "No wonder she's my mother."

Lin Xiwei pressed down on the corners of her mouth, still carefully considering how to say those words.

Seeing her silence, Qin Jiamo turned to look at her and said, "Go on, what did my mom say about us?"

Lin Xiwei came to her senses. "My godmother is very supportive of us being together and getting married... She said that you originally had no plans to get married, but now you have to marry me to save Junjun. Maybe you are unwilling now, but you will understand the meaning of a happy family in the future."

She paused, then said gratefully, "Actually, I think my godmother said that to take care of my feelings. Your whole family is very kind."

After listening, Qin Jiamo retorted directly, "Who said I'm unwilling now?"

Lin Xiwei turned to look at him, "You...are you really willing?"

He didn't answer, but instead threw the question back at him, "Are you willing or not?"

Lin Xiwei clenched her fingers, "This has nothing to do with whether I want to or not. Saving Junjun is the most important thing."

"What if we put that aside?"

"What?"

"If it weren't for saving Junjun, would you be willing to marry me?"

Lin Xiwei dared not look at him anymore, her heart racing, and she turned her face away.

With Qin Jiamo's qualifications and Qin's parents as her in-laws, what woman wouldn't want her?

Even though she had suffered in her marriage and secretly vowed never to remarry after her divorce, she has now fallen for him.

But if she says she's willing, will Qin Jiamo think she's vain and materialistic, and that she's after his status and the Qin family's background?

So Lin Xiwei didn't give a direct answer, and instead played it cunningly, saying, "I was the one asking you, so how did it become you asking me? Whether it was willing or forced, there was no other choice."

Qin Jiamo didn't speak, but his profile was slightly cold and stern.

He disliked Lin Xiwei's tendency to always avoid problems.

"But I can assure you that I will treat you well and make the most of our marriage. However, if one day in the future you no longer want to continue this marriage, or if you meet a woman you love, you can tell me directly, and we can get a divorce."

What Lin Xiwei wanted to express was that she would cherish this marriage and cherish him, but she would also respect his choices and not pester him.

Regardless, she was deeply grateful to Qin Jiamo and the Qin family.

But after hearing this, Qin Jiamo's profile tightened even more. "You're really generous."

Lin Xiwei sensed his sarcasm and pursed her lips, remaining silent.

When the car arrived at Lin Xiwei's company building, she turned around to get out.

Qin Jiamo suddenly spoke again: "In my world, there is no divorce, only widowhood. Lin Xiwei, think it over, once you're married, you'll be tied to me."

Lin Xiwei was stunned.

He was the one who always initiated the marriage proposal.

But now he's saying this as if she's insisting on getting married.

After a two-second silence, she frowned and asked, "So I can choose not to marry you?"

"Not getting married? Then go tell my parents. If they agree to their grandson being an illegitimate child, I have no objection." Qin Jiamo's expression was cold, and his tone was indifferent.

Lin Xiwei was speechless.

This person can be really unreasonable sometimes.

He's the one who wanted to get married and give her a formal status, and now he's the one threatening her to think things through before getting married.

She said she wouldn't get married, but he brought up Qin's parents, which was clearly a way of pressuring her.

Lin Xiwei finally understood what was going on and retorted irritably, "So you didn't give me a choice, why even ask that question?"

Qin Jiamo snorted coldly: "So you're angry now."

Yes!

Lin Xiwei got angry, so she bluntly retorted, "I think you're just having that professional habit of being a lawyer, talking in circles, it's a problem!"

After saying that, she slammed the car door shut and drove away.

Qin Jiamo was scolded, and she scoffed coldly, watching the retreating figure and gritting her teeth inwardly: "An ungrateful woman."

Lin Xiwei returned to the company; quite a few people were working overtime today.

That's how it is in the IT industry; working overtime is the norm.

Fortunately, Quan Yun is humane and pays well, so everyone is willing to work overtime without complaint.

Huanhuan saw Lin Xiwei and immediately went up to her: "Is your son alright? I didn't contact you yesterday because I was afraid you were busy."

Lin Xiwei changed her train ticket and got up early to return to Jiangcheng. She told her colleagues that there was an emergency at home, so everyone naturally thought of her sick son.

Lin Xiwei smiled and said, "It's alright, nothing's wrong, so I came to the company today to catch up on the work that I missed."

"It's good that you're alright." Huanhuan nodded and moved closer to Lin Xiwei. "You left early yesterday. You don't know, but President Sheng went to the hotel again yesterday morning. He said he was seeing us off and was especially concerned about you since you weren't there."

Lin Xiwei frowned, understanding what Huanhuan meant.

Huanhuan whispered, guessing, "Do you think President Sheng really has feelings for you? He went to the hotel again yesterday, I think just to see you, but you left early."

Lin Xiwei looked around, afraid that her other colleagues would hear.

"Huanhuan, don't make wild guesses about this. It's impossible from this distance."

"I think so too, but President Sheng's attitude towards you is really strange." Huanhuan muttered a couple more words, then turned around and went to get busy.

Lin Xiwei didn't take it to heart.

After all, President Sheng is far away in Shenzhen, so even if he has some messy ideas, it has nothing to do with her.

Lin Xiwei quickly got back to work.

Lin Xiwei was busy until noon, and her colleagues went to lunch one after another, but she was still sitting at her workstation.

She wanted to finish the rest of her work and go home for dinner.

"Lin Xiwei, someone is looking for you." Suddenly, a voice came from outside.