Chapter 93: Any Romantic Relationship Without The Goal Of Marriage Is Considered Playing Rogue

Status.

Ruan Jinghong recalled the night when she got drunk, and Wen Jin had expressed her feelings to her.

She had rejected once, thinking that she would lose the beloved Teacher Wen from then on, and had silently cried alone because of it.

But instead of leaving, Wen Jin not only stayed but also said that she would officially pursue her.

Although the two of them had been separated for most of these days, they would still contact each other daily, exchanging greetings as if it had become a habit in their lives.

Such a way of getting along, if it were merely as friends, would be quite ambiguous.

And now, the Teacher Wen she admired, the pure and noble Teacher Wen, the seemingly invincible Teacher Wen, was carefully discussing with her, asking for a status.

The status of being a girlfriend.

And deep down, she also longed for this status, but there were too many concerns in her heart, and she didn't dare to indulge in such a beautiful dream.

But this time, she couldn't bear to refuse again.

Ruan Jinghong grabbed Wen Jin's hand that was blocking her view, lowered her head, and bit her lip before speaking.

"Teacher Wen actually, I have a secret that I haven't told you.

"I might carry some ominous fate, one that could harm my loved ones."

Although at this moment, Wen Jin was only asking for the status of being a girlfriend, from Ruan Jinghong's traditional perspective, any romantic relationship without the goal of marriage is considered playing rogue. It was better to clarify some things in advance.

Wen Jin never expected that the little thing would come up with such an excuse. If someone else said these words, she would think they were trying to deceive her.

But based on her understanding of Ruan Jinghong, she knew that the other person must be genuinely trying to open up to her at this moment.

So, with her free hand, she gently touched Ruan Jinghong's head, encouraging her with her eyes to continue.

Ruan Jinghong felt a sense of relief seeing Wen Jin's gentle attitude and recalled the memories of the past that she had been reluctant to touch upon.

When Ruan Jinghong's mother became pregnant, this small family had great expectations for the upcoming little life.

However, when Ruan Jinghong was born, it brought a great catastrophe for her mother.

Difficult childbirth combined with heavy bleeding almost took her mother's life, bringing her to the brink of death.

Later, her mother's life was saved, but the medical expenses almost depleted the family's savings. Additionally, due to her weakened health, she lost her previously decent job.

The arrival of this little life not only failed to bring new life and vitality to the family but instead brought a series of misfortunes.

When Ruan Jinghong was one year old, her mother was sunbathing with her at the doorstep when they encountered a passing fortune teller.

The fortune teller pointed at the young Ruan Jinghong and said that she carried an unlucky fate that would bring misfortune to her family.

Ruan Jinghong's mother angrily drove the fortune teller away, but a grudge was planted in her heart.

 

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During Ruan Jinghong's early childhood, her father's career also encountered repeated setbacks. On her third birthday, he was involved in a minor car accident that left him with a limp leg.

Whenever such things happened, the family would recall the fortune teller's prediction that day.

The hardships of poverty and struggling married life caused a growing rift between Ruan Jinghong's parents, who had initially had a good relationship, as they faced the constant struggles of finances and livelihood.

Since Ruan Jinghong could remember, the arguments between her parents seemed to never cease.

Finally, when Ruan Jinghong was six years old, her parents went to the civil affairs bureau to finalize their divorce.

Both of them, coincidentally, chose to give up on custody rights for their daughter. The young Ruan Jinghong was tossed back and forth like a ball between the two closest adults in her life.

In the end, Ruan Jinghong's maternal grandmother appeared and took her granddaughter away.

During their separation, Ruan Jinghong still remembers her mother holding her and crying sorrowfully, saying,

"It's not that Mom doesn't want you, but Mom is just scared."

At the age of six, she was old enough to understand some truths.

At that young age, Ruan Jinghong already knew that her existence brought misfortune to those close to her. Even the neighboring children would mockingly call her a "bad star"* when they saw her.

*灾星" (zāixīng) metaphorically to refer to someone who is believed to bring bad luck or misfortune to those around them.

After following her grandmother, Ruan Jinghong's life improved slightly.

Her grandmother had always been in poor health, but she showered Ruan Jinghong with love and care.

The old woman's retirement pension was meager, but she could still do some handicraft work to barely support a child's education.

Although Ruan Jinghong's childhood days were frugal, at least they were not filled with constant arguments and verbal abuse like her early years. 

During this time, Ruan Jinghong's parents had also formed new families of their own, and it was said that their lives were gradually getting back on track. 

Although her parents seemed to have forgotten about their own biological daughter, Ruan Jinghong found some solace in knowing that her immediate family was doing well.

However, this seemed to indirectly prove that she was indeed an unlucky person.

Look, her own parents left her, and their lives became better and better.

Ruan Jinghong excelled in the college entrance examination and was admitted to A University with outstanding grades. She studied dance and was well-liked by her teachers.

Her initial plan was to stay at the university after graduation, starting as a teaching assistant, or try to join a dance troupe to secure a regular position and a stable income, so she could take care of her grandmother nearby.

However, life is unpredictable, and fortune can change in an instant.

Just as she was about to graduate in her senior year, another piece of bad news reached her family.

Her grandmother, who was over seventy years old, suffered a sudden stroke while making snacks for her. She was rushed to the hospital for emergency treatment.

The old woman's health had already been poor in recent years, but Ruan Jinghong, being filial and obedient, would help with household chores and give her massages whenever she had the time.

She had thought that she could take care of her grandmother for the rest of her life, but she never expected such a situation to arise on the eve of her graduation.

This made her feel even more that it was her own bad luck, once again bringing misfortune to the person closest to her.

The sudden collapse of the old woman required her to be transferred to a major hospital for treatment and needed specialized caregivers.

Ruan Jinghong took a leave of absence to personally take care of her for several days, staying awake for almost a hundred hours without daring to close her eyes.

But at this time, besides the issue of caregivers, there was an even more pressing and daunting problem in front of her: the medical expenses.

The equipment, medications, and surgeries all came with hefty price tags that the old woman's retirement pension and medical insurance couldn't possibly cover.

Ruan Jinghong applied for student loans and scholarships, but they were barely enough to make a dent.

At that time, she needed money, a lot of money. Waiting for the meager salary from a stable job after graduation or entering a public institution was simply not enough.

It was the darkest period of her life, where she seemed to have exhausted every means but still felt helpless and insignificant.

However, luckily, it was during this time that a talent scout from Xingxing Entertainment discovered her and brought her into the entertainment industry.

The company's boss was a wealthy second-generation real estate developer. Although the company's management was unreliable, he was generous in character. After signing the contract, he directly deposited the promised initial payment into her account.

Afterward, Ruan Jinghong became the hardworking one in the company. No matter how difficult, tiring, or unlikable the roles were, she fearlessly took them on.

Although she was just an inexperienced newcomer without formal training, with her incredibly stunning appearance and willingness to endure hardships, she never lacked work opportunities.

Although she didn't have much reputation and her future seemed uncertain, after over a year of hard work, she managed to pay off all the loans she had taken for her grandmother's treatment. The days ahead should be a little better.

However, her grandmother's health could never return to what it used to be.

Every time Ruan Jinghong sent money to the nursing home, she would think about whether her grandmother would have been healthier and lived longer if she hadn't taken her away and caused her so much mental and physical strain.

Ruan Jinghong spoke these words with her head lowered, afraid to see how Wen Jin would react, fearing that it would make her lose the courage to reveal everything.

To reveal one's vulnerabilities so thoroughly to the person one cares about requires great courage.

Especially when she asked the final question, it felt like she had exhausted all her strength.

"So, even under these circumstances, Teacher Wen, do you still want a status?"

Wen Jin listened quietly as the little thing in her arms recounted the bitter experiences of the past. She found it both absurd and heartbreaking.

So, this was the reason for her "dullness."

Perhaps her slow and introverted nature was just a protective color developed under harsh circumstances, and she might not even be aware of it herself.

In life, one could encounter various hardships, but how could there be a "bad star" bringing misfortune?

Superstitions truly harm people. When a child arrives in this world, knowing nothing, how can all kinds of misfortune be blamed on them?

Wen Jin cupped the little thing's face in her hands, forcing her gaze to meet hers, and spoke word by word.

"Even under these circumstances, I still want a status.

"I wanted to ask for this status a long time ago, really, really wanted it.

"I'm very greedy. Right now, I only want the status of a girlfriend, but in the future, I want more, when Ruanruan is willing to give it to me."

"I hope that we can be together in the days to come."

"I have always had a strong fate since I was young. Any misfortune that comes my way will scatter obediently. So, being with me, Ruanruan doesn't need to have any worries."

"I am not as open as Ruanruan, able to reveal my weaknesses without reservation."

"Because I'm afraid that once I do, Ruanruan might not like me anymore."

"I am also selfish and possessive. Once I have a formal status, I won't give you a chance to regret."

"But I can promise that I will always, always love you, cherish you, and treat you well."

"So, for someone who has unknown flaws but genuinely loves you, will Ruanruan give me a formal status?"

Wen Jin's words were like a beam of light that dispersed the clouds of doubt in Ruan Jinghong's heart.

She knew she was unlucky, yet she couldn't help but be drawn into this tenderness.

During these days, she yearned for this tenderness but didn't dare to get closer, unwilling to let go.

In her previous disclosure of secrets, it seemed like she was pushing the person away, but in her heart, with each word she spoke, she silently prayed that this person wouldn't let go.

Now, her wish was finally fulfilled.

Teacher Wen said she had flaws, but she didn't know that in Ruan Jinghong's heart, she had always been the brightest and purest moon.

Ruan Jinghong's hands clung to Wen Jin's neck as she bravely and proactively pressed her lips against Wen Jin's.

This wasn't acting, there was no drunkenness, and it wasn't just a shallow taste.

Ruan Jinghong's lips touched Wen Jin's, and despite her heart racing uncontrollably, she couldn't bear to move away even a bit.

This is her answer.

As their lips met, Ruan Jinghong's tender fingertips traced words on Wen Jin's neck.

I'm willing.

Wen Jin felt a tingling sensation on her lips, on her neck, and in her heart.

It had to be said that even an inexperienced little thing who had never been in love could unknowingly stir up endless desire like this.

When she clearly read the answer written on her neck, she felt ecstasy in her heart, and she no longer wanted to restrain herself.

She wrapped one arm around Ruan Jinghong's delicate waist, allowing her to sit on her lap more comfortably. The other hand pressed the back of the furry head, deepening the kiss that lingers on her lips.

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