Qingzi was startled and curiously asked, "Why do you say that?"

"Some people just go wherever they want and some people remain broken," Lin Chuan took a sip of sake and then continued, "Qingzi, can you tell me what is the meaning of life?"

Qingzi blinked, and a faint Japanese song was playing in the room.

"I'm not sure if my interpretation of the meaning of life is correct." Qingzi smiled at Lin Chuan, "I think, we live in comparisons; darkness brings light, hate brings love, bad brings good, by others and their actions we know who we are and what we are doing. Everything exists through comparison, without ugliness there is no beauty, without loss there is no gain. Likewise, we always fear death, yet if people could live forever, I think they would fear eternity the same or get weary of it."

"So you mean people don't wish for immortality?" Lin Chuan asked.

"Maybe." Qingzi nodded, "Giving you eternal life, can you then find the meaning of life? It's like giving you enormous wealth, how could you understand the hardship of earning money? It is the brevity of human life that allows us to find its meaning."

"Yes," Lin Chuan realized, "Being born is an accident; dying, however, is inevitable. In life, there are cheers; in death, cries of pain. Beyond that, there is nothing more. If we do not make the best of our prime years, living well and living swiftly... This lifetime might just be a betrayal of life itself, a betrayal of the meaning of life."

"The meaning of life is that there is no meaning," Qingzi laughed, "Any religious or philosophical explanations are merely imposed interpretations. One should simply enjoy life as much as they can. Enjoying the happiness brought by money; enjoying the happiness brought by love..."

During their conversation, Qingzi slowly stood up, then took small steps toward Lin Chuan and sat down next to him.

Lin Chuan looked at Qingzi and smiled, "Qingzi, thank you for sharing this with me."

Qingzi gazed affectionately at Lin Chuan, saying, "Mr. Lin Chuan, you are the most outstanding man I have ever met. I..."

"Is that so?" Lin Chuan was surprised, "I did not expect that."

Blushing, Qingzi leaned against Lin Chuan, slowly wrapping her arms around him, her face gently resting against his chest. Lin Chuan also held Qingzi lightly, though his mind was clear, devoid of any thoughts.

Suddenly, Qingzi kissed him, her inexperienced kiss almost biting Lin Chuan's lips.

Lin Chuan willingly opened his mouth, welcoming Qingzi's soft tongue, and the two entangled deeply, naturally kissing. Qingzi slowly slipped off her loose kimono, underneath which was nothing but her fair skin glowing with a soft pink, her prominent peaks captivating Lin Chuan's desire.

Lin Chuan hugged Qingzi tightly, his hands caressing her body. Qingzi had a nice figure and smooth skin, as soft and refined as if soaked in milk over a long period, a sensation that reminded Lin Chuan of a warm jade he once touched in Myanmar, feeling just like this.

Qingzi's body could not help but respond, she started undoing the buttons on Lin Chuan's shirt, taking it off, revealing scars and well-defined muscles. This physique made Qingzi feel a strange affection, she pressed her body against Lin Chuan's, gently pressing and massaging…

Lin Chuan felt his blood boiling with excitement.

The strength in Lin Chuan's hands grew uncontrollable, and the intense squeezing caused Qingzi to feel pain. Nevertheless, Qingzi didn't speak; she endured persistently. She needed Lin Chuan, such an outstanding man, it would be regrettable if he could not become her husband. It was like seeing a world's treasure that she couldn't own, a heartrending feeling.

Suddenly, Lin Chuan pounced on Qingzi, eyes red, saying, "Qingzi, you cannot be like this!"

"Mr. Lin Chuan, I really like you," Qingzi said, biting her lips, her face bashful, lying on the tatami, she even dared not look directly into Lin Chuan's eyes. Her heart was longing for Lin Chuan's strong body to fiercely invade her, yet Lin Chuan remained composed even at such a moment, which surprised Qingzi.

"No," Lin Chuan shook his head.

Despite saying no, Lin Chuan's hands couldn't help but climb to those proud peaks.

Qingzi let out a light sigh.

Lin Chuan was like a machine, and at this moment, this machine's springs were wound tight. It seemed that beyond this limit, the machine would lose control. Qingzi's provocation pushed Lin Chuan's limits continuously.

Qingzi's face flushed, and she had already unbuckled Lin Chuan's belt, the fierce-looking guy seemed ready to make a big move.

Beep beep beep...

Just as Qingzi was about to proceed, Lin Chuan's phone, placed on the tea table, rang inconveniently.

The ringtone immediately interrupted Lin Chuan's thoughts, causing his raging passion to immediately die down. He hurriedly picked up the phone.

"Lin Chuan, where are you?" Tang Yumeng asked.

"I... I am at Haiqing Pool on business," Lin Chuan hurriedly replied.

"Annoying, you're not coming to work again." Tang Yumeng coquettishly complained, "You must be on time tomorrow, otherwise... otherwise I'll fire you!"

"Yes, yes!" Lin Chuan was so scared that he hardly dared to breathe, and the fierce creature in his pants also subsided.

Qingzi, on the other hand, looked disappointed and seemed very upset.

After hanging up the phone, Lin Chuan was frightened into a cold sweat. He was terrified that Tang Yumeng would find out about the inappropriate things he was doing here with Qingzi. Thus, his heart was in turmoil and he was sweating profusely. Although he had hung up the phone, Lin Chuan still felt lingering fear.

"Mr. Lin Chuan." Qingzi got up and hugged Lin Chuan again, trying to seduce him once more.

However, this time Lin Chuan had sobered up, and he did not want to revert to what had just happened. He quickly dodged Qingzi's hands, pulled up his zipper, and retied his belt. He grabbed his clothes and hurriedly said, "Qingzi, I'm sorry, we... we can't do this."

"Mr. Lin Chuan, don't you like me at all?" Qingzi's face was filled with distress, and her eyes instantly brimmed with tears.

"No, not at all!" Lin Chuan shook his head, "How could I not like you? You're so beautiful, have such a great figure, and are so kind-hearted. You are absolutely a goddess in any man's eyes. However, our relationship isn't at that stage yet, I think... we really shouldn't do this, right?"

"Mr. Lin Chuan, I really like you a lot." Qingzi's tears flowed down, saying, "I… I just wanted to leave a mark on me, to give me some memories. That's all I ask for, can't… can't even that be permitted?"

"Qingzi, don't overthink it," Lin Chuan gave a bitter smile.

If it were any other man, perhaps they would have agreed without hesitation; however, Lin Chuan had his own difficulties. Although he was not a traditional Chinese man, deep down he knew he should be faithful to the woman in his heart. That person was Tang Yumeng. Tang Yumeng was willing to be his woman, which was a blessing from his ancestors. Regardless of her disdain for his impoverished status, she did not think herself too high for him. How could he betray her?

"Mr. Lin Chuan, do you really not want to?" Qingzi whispered tearfully, "I really don't need you to take responsibility, I just want some memories."

"I'm sorry," Lin Chuan shook his head guiltily.

After saying that, Lin Chuan hurriedly grabbed his clothes and walked out. The room made Lin Chuan feel oppressed. Especially since he had almost taken Qingzi just now, if that had happened, he didn't know how long he would feel guilty. Luckily, he had come to his senses in time.

Just as Lin Chuan was about to leave, Qingzi spoke again: "Mr. Lin Chuan, I will be returning to my country in a few days."

Lin Chuan was stunned, asking, "Why?"

"The Heroic Spirit Monument has been repaired, so my task is also completed." Qingzi said tearfully looking at Lin Chuan, "At the time of farewell, you won't grant me this request?"

Lin Chuan was stunned, standing at the doorway hesitating for a long time.

Eventually, Lin Chuan put on his clothes, returned to the room, and personally helped Qingzi put on the loose kimono, while saying solemnly, "You are a good girl, and your purity should be left for your future husband. As you are leaving, I can give you some memories, but that will only be a kiss, a hug."

"Mr. Lin Chuan!" Qingzi cried intensely, hugging Lin Chuan tightly and passionately kissing him.

Lin Chuan closed his eyes, reciprocating Qingzi's kisses.

Qingzi seemed to be releasing a surge of suppressed emotions hysterically, and Lin Chuan felt his tongue was almost numb from her sucking. His lips were also swollen from her biting, but he could only endure it. The two shared an intense kiss, while Lin Chuan kept his inner self clean, without a trace of unbridled desire.

After a long while, Qingzi lay on Lin Chuan's chest and Lin Chuan held Qingzi. They lay quietly on the tatami bed, neither speaking nor breaking the silence.

"Mr. Lin Chuan, I might be leaving the day after tomorrow," Qingzi spoke up.

"Hmm, I'll see you off," Lin Chuan nodded.

"Thank you," Qingzi said shyly with a smile, "I will think of you always."

"I will too," Lin Chuan smiled.

"If you have the chance to come to Japan, I will take you to Hokkaido to eat authentic Japanese cuisine, okay?" Qingzi spoke.

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