But she also knew that the relationship between her and Jiang Cheng could never be equal in this lifetime.
After all, a wealthy favored son of heaven has many choices.
And if she missed out on Jiang Cheng, there was no guarantee she would ever meet another handsome Second-generation rich man around her age.
Xiao Xia knew very well that her feelings for Jiang Cheng were very complex—there was obsession, admiration, and a hint of resentment.
She knew her dependence on Jiang Cheng had already exceeded normal boundaries.
Although she had been controlling her emotions, her heart would still race involuntarily every time she saw Jiang Cheng.
"That lady from noon... is she yours too?" Xiao Xia asked in a somewhat dejected tone.
She knew she had no right to be jealous, but the thought of Jiang Cheng being with other women still made her feel sad.
Jiang Cheng shook his head. "Not for now. She is currently a management manager at my company."
The phrase "not for now" left Xiao Xia momentarily speechless.
For now? Doesn't that mean there's a chance she'll become Jiang Cheng's lover in the future?
Xiao Xia's mood became even more complicated. She didn't know what to say, so she just lowered her head and silently ate her beef skewers.
Seeing that Xiao Xia was silent, Jiang Cheng asked, "What? You're not willing?"
"No... that's not it. I... I am willing. I just didn't know how to answer for a moment," Xiao Xia said, looking down at her beef skewer.
She didn't dare look into Jiang Cheng's eyes, fearing she would see disappointment and dissatisfaction there.
"Then quit your job. See what you want to study, and I'll have someone arrange a school for you," Jiang Cheng said.
Jiang Cheng wordlessly flicked Xiao Xia's forehead and said, "Now that you're with me, don't fuss over a matter of a few thousand yuan. Didn't you say last time that your colleagues were always gossiping about you behind your back?"
Xiao Xia touched her forehead and said, "I don't care what others say. Being with you doesn't hurt them, so they can say whatever they want."
Jiang Cheng looked at Xiao Xia, feeling a bit of heartache. "In this regard, you're quite clear-headed."
Xiao Xia smiled and said, "I didn't understand before. My mother always said women don't need to learn much, just how to work, and that the family had to give all the money to my younger brother because he was the pillar of the household. But after entering society, I discovered that Girls in big cities are all shining brightly, while I have been just a tool since I was a child. I've kept what you said to me last time in my heart. You said no one would constantly be watching me and that I was the one imprisoning myself. Those words woke me up. I don't want to live for others anymore; I want to live for myself."
At this moment, there was a determination and confidence in Xiao Xia's eyes that had never been there before.
Seeing her speak with such insight, Jiang Cheng rubbed his nose as a strange sense of being moved welled up in his heart. He looked deeply at Xiao Xia, a trace of tenderness showing in his eyes.
"How can you call that scolding? At most, it was just some guidance and criticism regarding your attitude that might need adjustment. I just want you to live a more optimistic life."
Amused by Jiang Cheng's words, Xiao Xia covered her mouth and chuckled.
Her eyes shimmered with gratitude and admiration as she looked at Jiang Cheng.
"You're right. I think what you said makes a lot of sense."
"If you're willing, after you finish school, I can help you if you want to work or even start a business. As for the two of us, you can leave whenever you want. But as long as you're by my side, you must behave. My woman can only have one man—me. Do you understand?"
After Jiang Cheng finished his domineering speech, for some reason, the progress of Xiao Xia's confidence mission suddenly rose to ninety-three percent. Jiang Cheng stroked Xiao Xia's cheek. "You just think too much. Do you know why that is?"
Xiao Xia shook her head. "I don't know either."
She just nodded with a flushed face, having no objections at all.
She whispered, "I... I understand. As long as you don't chase me away, I will never leave."
Seeing the long-stagnant mission progress suddenly soar, a light flashed in Jiang Cheng's eyes.
Jiang Cheng immediately understood what Xiao Xia's expectations were.
Jiang Cheng's expression suddenly softened, and he said gently, "Don't worry, I'm a man of my word. I can take care of you for the rest of your life."
Jiang Cheng's words were like The Sea Calming Divine Needle, piercing straight into Xiao Xia's heart.
Xiao Xia's gaze instantly became filled with tender affection, and tears welled up in her eyes.
"Actually, when you didn't contact me before, I was always panicking. I was afraid you had forgotten me, yet I didn't dare look for you, fearing I'd say the wrong thing and make you dislike me..."
Jiang Cheng smiled slightly, his fingers gently pinching Xiao Xia's chin to make her face him.
Jiang Cheng stroked Xiao Xia's cheek. "You just think too much. Do you know why that is?"
Xiao Xia shook her head. "I don't know either."
"Because there's still a barrier between us that hasn't been broken. Once we break this barrier, I believe you won't be so polite with me anymore."
A trace of confusion flashed in Xiao Xia's eyes as she looked at Jiang Cheng.
"What barrier is there between us?"
Jiang Cheng's lips curled up. "Hurry up and eat. Eat more, and I'll tell you in a bit."
Xiao Xia didn't think in that direction at all.
She even felt a hint of anticipation, nodding happily as she contentedly ate the skewers in front of her.
Two hours later, the two returned to Xiao Xia's apartment.
Jiang Cheng sat on the sofa, gently grasping Xiao Xia's legs and placing them against his chest.
A blush crept onto Xiao Xia's face, and she shyly looked away.
She asked softly, "What does this mean?"
"Didn't I tell you just now? I'm going to break the barrier between us."
Jiang Cheng's fingers gently caressed Xiao Xia's legs.
"Don't be too nervous. These legs are quite beautiful."
At this moment, the Audi pajamas bought last time were pulled down by Jiang Cheng from the top to cover her face.
Xiao Xia didn't move to take the pajamas off her face.
To her, this situation was far too embarrassing.
At this moment, she just wanted to close her eyes and act like an ostrich.
Little did she know that in the darkness, one's physical sensations become even more intense.
She felt as if she were about to suffocate... Over an hour later, the system prompted once again.
The progress of the system mission for Xiao Xia's confidence had actually reached ninety-nine percent.
Looking at the progress value that was just a tiny bit short.
Jiang Cheng couldn't help but look at Xiao Xia with glowing eyes.
This Girl says one thing but feels another.
It seems his actions were very timely.