'I don't get it. I regret being so reserved. What was the point of being so coy?'
'In this era, it's not just women whose minds are constrained; men's thinking isn't very progressive either.'
'I should have just finished my shower, put nothing on, and run out just like that, bold as brass. I refuse to believe Jie Jingchen could have remained completely unmoved.'
'Jie Jingchen is my golden ticket, and I'm going to hold on tight and never let go.'
'Didn't Jie Jingchen thoughtfully hand the reins over to me? Well then, I'm going to exercise my power and follow my heart.'
Qin Mei picked up her pajamas, tossed them into the closet, and burrowed under the covers, leaving only her head sticking out as she waited for Jie Jingchen to return.
She waited and waited, but instead of Jie Jingchen, it was Mrs. Xie who appeared.
"Qin Mei." Mrs. Xie knocked on the door.
