"Here, Shuang Yue, have some water," Yuan Wenkang said considerately. "You've been talking for so long, your throat must be dry!"

With that, he passed the cup to Lu Shuangyue.

Lu Shuangyue did as Yuan Wenkang had hoped and reached for the cup, but instead of drinking, she placed it back on the table.

"I'm not thirsty right now. I'll drink later."

Hearing this, a flicker of disappointment crossed Yuan Wenkang's eyes.

This damn bitch, why won't she drink? Fuck, I'm going to make her pay for this later!

However, Yuan Wenkang quickly composed himself and changed the subject.

"Shuang Yue, isn't it awful staying in a backwater place like this?"

"I think you should come back to Jingdu with me."

"I just bought a villa there. The area is wonderful. Why don't you come stay with me for a while?"

Hearing this, Lu Shuangyue refused flatly.

"No, Yuan Wenkang."

"I'm not interested in villas, and I don't think this place is a backwater at all. I actually like it here!"

"It might be poor, but the people are simple and kind. There isn't so much scheming and backstabbing, and there aren't so many men with ulterior motives trying to get close to me!"

"So I think it's quite nice here!"

Lu Shuangyue's last sentence was clearly aimed at Yuan Wenkang.

Yuan Wenkang was no fool; he understood exactly what she meant.

Looking at her expressionless face, he was cursing her furiously in his mind, but his expression remained gentle and refined.

"Shuang Yue, that's not a very nice thing to say."

"A small town is still a small town. It can't compare to Jingdu," Yuan Wenkang said, taking a sip of water.

Then he changed the subject again.

"Shuang Yue, can you tell me why your attitude toward me has changed so much?"

"Do you remember when we were children?"

"You told me back then that you wanted to be my wife. Why have you changed your mind?"

"You've become so cold toward me. It's heartbreaking..." Yuan Wenkang finished with a long sigh.

Lu Shuangyue's face, which had been impassive, twisted with disgust upon hearing his question.

"Are you insane, Yuan Wenkang?!" she said in exasperation.

"Why are you still so fixated on that!"

"I've already told you, we were just kids spouting nonsense! How could you take it seriously?"

"Why are you still harping on about it? You really need to stop!"

Seeing that Lu Shuangyue was truly angry, Yuan Wenkang quickly put on an apologetic expression.

"I'm sorry, I'm sorry, Shuang Yue. I won't bring it up again, please don't be angry!"

"I..."

Yuan Wenkang tried to say more, but Lu Shuangyue cut him off.

"That's enough! I can't stand being around you anymore. It's disgusting! I'm leaving, so you can just stay here by yourself!"

"And don't bother me again! If you dare to annoy me again, don't blame me for what happens next!"

After saying her piece, Lu Shuangyue pursed her lips, as if all that talking had made her thirsty.

She then picked up the cup of water from the table and downed it in a single gulp.

Grabbing her purse, she turned to leave.

When Yuan Wenkang saw her drain the glass of water, a gleeful expression spread across his face.

A moment ago, I was still wondering how to get her to drink that. I can't believe she walked right into my trap. It's like the heavens themselves are helping me.

BANG! The private room door slammed shut.

Hearing the noise, Yuan Wenkang wasn't angry in the slightest. Instead, a smug smile crept onto his lips.

Now Lu Shuangyue is mine for the taking. There's no escape for her. If this were in Jingdu, I wouldn't dare pull a stunt like this. But in a desolate backwater like this, who would ever find out? By then, the deed will be done, and nothing she says will matter.

Thinking this, Yuan Wenkang leisurely stood up, straightened his clothes, and took out his phone to make a call.

The call connected quickly.

"Young Master," a voice said on the other end.

"Mm," Yuan Wenkang acknowledged before giving his orders.

"Book me a room. Now. Tell me the number and wait for me outside the door. Got it?"

"Understood, Young Master."

After the response, the call ended. Yuan Wenkang leisurely adjusted his suit, smoothed his hair, and then unhurriedly opened the door and walked out.

Meanwhile, a confused Lu Shuangyue was walking down the corridor.

This same scene had played out between them countless times, and he always chased after her. Why not this time? It wasn't that she wanted him to chase her. Rather, she felt that for him to let her go so easily, he must have some other trick up his sleeve! She just didn't know what it was.

Thinking this, Lu Shuangyue subconsciously undid a button on her shirt.

For some reason, she suddenly felt hot, and her legs felt a little weak.

However, Lu Shuangyue didn't think much of it.

I've been so busy today, and I only squeezed in time to see Yuan Wenkang after a workout. It's only natural for my legs to feel weak. I should probably get back and rest quickly.

With that thought, she couldn't help but quicken her pace toward the elevator.

But with every step, she felt hotter, and her legs grew weaker.

After only a few more steps, Lu Shuangyue felt as if her entire body was on fire. It was an unbearable heat. Her legs were as weak as noodles, completely unable to support her.

Only then did Lu Shuangyue realize something was terribly wrong.

She desperately wanted to walk faster and get out of the hotel.

But within seconds, she was completely drained of strength. Her steps became unsteady.

Losing her footing, Lu Shuangyue collapsed to the floor.

If it weren't for the carpet, the fall would have hurt badly.

It was only because she fell that she saw him. Not far behind her, Yuan Wenkang was following at a leisurely pace.

He wore a bizarre smile, a sight that made Lu Shuangyue's stomach clench with dread.

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