CHAPTER 166: CHAPTER 166 DANGEROUS IDEAS

Shen Qingqing understood what Jiang Zhixun meant, but the sudden directness of his words still made her nervous.

She turned her head to look out the window, pretending not to hear.

Jiang Zhixun was domineering by nature, didn’t want her to avoid him, but also didn’t dare to press her step by step as he did four years ago.

Even Zhou Hansheng knew not to push her. After failing to reconcile, he left the country in dismay.

If he used the wrong approach again, it would just push Qingqing towards someone else once more.

Jiang Zhixun tightened his grip on the steering wheel, finally letting out a silent sigh.

This road would take a very long time to walk.

Fortunately, patience was something he had in abundance.

As long as Qingqing didn’t choose another man, he could hold on until the end.

The car interior was silent.

Shen Qingqing caught a glimpse of Jiang Zhixun.

The man faced forward, hands on the steering wheel, his profile cold and distant.

When he didn’t speak, he seemed aloof, giving off a sense of being untouchable.

But the moment he spoke, he was such a rogue.

No wonder Grandpa always scolded him; his mouth was indeed infuriating.

Such was Shen Qingqing’s thought.

No one knew that Jiang Zhixun’s palms, gripping the steering wheel, were already sweaty.

Only when Shen Qingqing looked away did he relax a little.

After dropping Shen Qingqing off at school, Jiang Zhixun said, pretending to be casual, "I forgot your bicycle. I’ll bring it once it’s fixed."

Shen Qingqing’s previous suspicions resurfaced.

With a doubtful look, she said, "You didn’t do it on purpose, did you?"

"How could I?"

Jiang Zhixun quickly retorted, "Do you see me as the childish type of man?"

Shen Qingqing stayed silent, but her expression said it all.

Originally, she thought she was overthinking.

But Jiang Zhixun’s swift denial appeared to her as a guilty reaction.

She said calmly, "Hmm, not childish."

Jiang Zhixun wanted to argue further, but she continued, "If a man in his thirties really did something like that... it’d just mean he’s getting senile. I’d understand."

At her words, Jiang Zhixun’s expression visibly darkened.

Seeing him deflated, Shen Qingqing felt pleased.

Relaxed and gentle, her face looked both tender and beautiful.

Just as she was about to push open the car door, he grabbed her arm.

Jiang Zhixun didn’t exert force, but Shen Qingqing couldn’t get out!

Faced with her displeased eyes, Jiang Zhixun declared word by word, "I am thirty-three years old, in the prime of life, I’m not old."

Shen Qingqing retorted peevishly, "You realize you’re thirty-three, compared to those of us in our twenties, doesn’t that make you an old man?"

The words "old man" almost gave Jiang Zhixun a heart attack.

He sighed heavily, insisting, "Being older means knowing how to be considerate."

Shen Qingqing glanced over him, revealing a smile with an unclear meaning.

"Yes, you really know how to be considerate. Maybe I didn’t appreciate it before."

Jiang Zhixun hurriedly rebutted, "No, that’s not the case."

The one who failed to appreciate was always him, Jiang Zhixun!

Shen Qingqing broke free from his grip and turned to look at the man in the driver’s seat.

"As it turns out, the idea that older men know how to be considerate is wrong. Some people just get worse with age, while those who truly know how to care start young. I’ll endeavor to avoid risks in the future and maybe consider a younger guy next time - perhaps a younger man would know how to care more."

Jiang Zhixun: "..."

"Mr. Jiang, thank you for the ride back, take care, I won’t see you out."

Jiang Zhixun stretched out his long arm, this time grabbing Shen Qingqing by the back of her collar.

Shen Qingqing’s face flushed instantly.

It was no different than picking up a chick!

She glared angrily at Jiang Zhixun, "Are you out of your mind?"

Jiang Zhixun’s gaze turned dangerous, "Considering someone younger?"

Shen Qingqing felt a chill as he looked at her, "That’s my own business, nothing to do with you."

"Let go!"

Jiang Zhixun did not let go, and his gaze became even more dangerous.

Since she’d said such words, it meant she had thought about it privately.

He’d considered Zhou Hansheng his rival and had finally chased away the competitor, thinking he could relax a bit.

He hadn’t expected Shen Qingqing to have such a dangerous idea!

Now, Jiang Zhixun had only one thought in his mind: to make her abandon this notion!

Holding Shen Qingqing’s shoulder, he fixed her in the passenger seat.

His gaze was serious, "A younger man... can he take responsibility? Is he capable of earning money to support a family? You might even have to worry about him."

Shen Qingqing hadn’t expected such a big reaction from Jiang Zhixun over a casual comment.

She lifted her chin, "If I’m willing, it’s none of your business."

Jiang Zhixun, as an ex-husband, truly couldn’t interfere.

But he could "make trouble" to make her give up this idea.

"What’s good about being younger?"

Shen Qingqing blurted out, "Young and energetic, unlike some people, who keep a cold face all the time, as if they’re going to freeze everyone to death!"

Jiang Zhixun gritted his teeth, "I’m also energetic, and my stamina is nothing short of excellent. Shen Qingqing, you’d better have some foresight."

Shen Qingqing’s face burned fiercely, hot and flushed.

Her almond-shaped eyes widened, "What nonsense are you spouting?"

"I’m not spouting nonsense."

Suppressing his embarrassment, Jiang Zhixun took Shen Qingqing’s hand and quickly placed it on his stomach.

His lower abdomen was solid and defined with muscles.

Underneath those muscles were stored tremendous strength, a mark of years of training.

Shen Qingqing felt bewildered, clearly sensing the bulging muscle under her palm, only to realize what Jiang Zhixun had done.

"You’re being a scoundrel!"

Jiang Zhixun’s cheeks were hot, but thankfully, with his tanned skin, it wasn’t too noticeable.

But his earlobes and neck didn’t hide it as easily.

A thin red began to spread.

Growing hotter.

He said in a muffled voice, "I’m healthy, I have savings, and most importantly, I’ll be faithful to you, always love you."

After speaking, Jiang Zhixun’s neck reddened further.

Those words, "love you," somehow escaped his lips just like that.

And right in front of Shen Qingqing!

It was easier than he imagined.

Still, it was a bit embarrassing...

Shen Qingqing’s struggling hand paused, and her expression froze.

A few seconds later, she said, "One shouldn’t fall into the same pit twice."

Jiang Zhixun: "I know my mistakes and I’ll change."

Shen Qingqing: "Words are no proof."

Jiang Zhixun sounded a bit anxious, "You can judge by my actions."

Those deep eyes written with affection.

As if she was his entire world.

Shen Qingqing smirked, her gaze mocking, "Why would I waste time verifying whether what you’re saying is true or false?"

The emotions in her eyes weren’t hidden, and Jiang Zhixun almost couldn’t bear it. He looked away, suddenly releasing her hand.

Taking advantage of this moment, Shen Qingqing decisively pushed open the car door.

Once her feet landed, she spoke again.

"I don’t need the bike for now, I’ll transfer the money to you next time. Mr. Jiang, if unnecessary, I think we should avoid further private interactions."

With a "bang", the car door closed.

Shen Qingqing left without looking back and quickly entered the dormitory building.

Inside Jiang Zhixun, the burning heat gradually cooled.

His gaze lingered in the direction Shen Qingqing left, not retracting for a long time.

His chiseled face showed helplessness, disappointment...

But more so, determination.

Since she was back in Beijing and still single, they would entangle for a lifetime.

For him to give up, it’s impossible!