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Lu Duoduo was in a state of confusion, unsure how to explain herself. Lu Lichen had returned to his usual indifference, his expression as calm as water. He picked up a bathrobe from the side and helped Lu Duoduo put it on, then turned to Fang Jingyi and said lightly, "Let's talk."
With that, he walked out of the room with Fang Jingyi.
The world fell silent, as if everything that had just happened was merely an embarrassing dream. Yet every word Lu Lichen had spoken felt so real, striking Lu Duoduo's heart like heavy hail. Despite her surprise, fear, and uncertainty, when Lu Lichen embraced her, a sudden rush of excitement and joy surged within her.
The thin veil over Lu Duoduo's heart seemed to finally lift. She suddenly understood why she always cared so much about Lu Lichen's every move, why she remembered his gestures so clearly and recorded them meticulously in her book. Perhaps he had unknowingly etched himself into her heart long ago. But this was the real world, not a novel where she could indulge in fantasies; this love was destined to remain hidden and would never receive anyone's blessing.
Lu Duoduo felt a sudden wave of fear; it was as if staying here for even one more second would expose the secret feelings between her and Lu Lichen before Zhao Mo and Fang Jingyi.
Fang Jingyi followed Lu Lichen into the courtyard of Nanshan Hot Spring Resort. It was already deep autumn, yet the place remained lush and vibrant.
Fang Jingyi moved her lips several times before finally unable to hold back her question, "What do you want to talk to me about?"
Lu Lichen replied in a deep voice, "Miss Fang, I don't know what my mother has told you, but I want to make it very clear: there is absolutely no possibility between us. I hope you won't waste any more time on something futile."
Fang Jingyi clenched her fists and looked at him defiantly. "How do you know it's impossible? You don't have anyone you like right now; maybe you'll come to like me in the future..."
"I already have someone I like," Lu Lichen interrupted her. "And for the rest of my life, I will only like her."
Fang Jingyi felt as if a sharp thorn had pierced her heart, sending a faint sting through her. Her voice trembled slightly, "...Is it Lu Duoduo?"
Lu Lichen glanced at her before turning away, choosing not to respond.
Fang Jingyi watched Lu Lichen's retreating figure, a wave of melancholy washing over her. This man, a titan in the business world, was a god in the hearts of countless people, herself included. She had thought that with her charm and the good relations between their families, winning him over would be only a matter of time. Yet, she found herself repeatedly thwarted. Deep down, she should have known that such a cold person as Lu Lichen would only show tenderness in front of Lu Duoduo.
When Lu Lichen returned to the room, Lu Duoduo was nowhere to be found. He dialed her number, but there was no answer. In a hurry, he ran to another room and found Zhao Mo.
"Have you seen Duoduo?" he asked urgently.
Zhao Mo replied, "She just said she went out for a walk."
Lu Lichen turned to leave, but Zhao Mo suddenly called out to him, "Lu Lichen, don't push her too hard!"
He paused for a moment before quickly heading out.
It was already late, and the sky was pitch black; he couldn't see his hand in front of his face. A sense of unease gripped Lu Lichen as he shouted, "Duoduo! Duoduo!"
There was no response.
At that moment, an elderly couple got out of their car.
Lu Lichen hurriedly approached them and asked, "Excuse me, have you seen a girl in a white coat? She's not very tall."
The woman thought for a moment and said, "We just passed by the mountain path and saw a little girl crying as she walked down the hill. It was quite pitiful."
After quickly thanking them, Lu Lichen rushed in the direction they indicated. The night wind howled as he sprinted forward; his eyes saw nothing and his ears heard nothing. He had never felt so anxious and helpless before. His Duoduo had always been afraid of the dark since she was little. How lost and helpless must she feel to choose to go down the mountain alone…
At that moment, a blurry yet somewhat familiar figure appeared ahead. Lu Lichen's heart leaped with joy as he was about to call out to her when a car suddenly sped up from behind. The winding mountain road had sharp curves and no streetlights, leaving the driver no time to brake as the vehicle hurtled toward Lu Duoduo.
Lu Lichen's mind shattered; he had no time to react and lunged forward, pushing Lu Duoduo aside.
His last memory lingered on Lu Duoduo's face, tear-streaked and crying inconsolably, reminiscent of her childhood when she begged for candy. Though she looked adorable, he still wanted to tell her, "Duoduo, smile."
However, his throat felt as if crushed by a thousand-pound stone, rendering him unable to utter a single word.
Lu Lichen was rushed into the operating room for emergency treatment while Lu Duoduo waited anxiously outside. Her heart felt like it was being fried in oil; every second was torture. Before long, Father Lu and Mother Lu hurried over, only able to wait in anxious silence.
Time seemed to stretch indefinitely until finally, the glass door of the emergency room swung open. A nurse hurried out, and Lu Duoduo quickly grabbed her arm, her eyes pleading. "Is my brother okay?"
"We don't know yet. The patient has lost too much blood and needs a transfusion..."
Father Lu and Mother Lu spoke up simultaneously, "We can both donate! We both have type O blood, and so does Huainan. We can give as much as needed!"
"Direct relatives cannot donate blood to each other, and we have plenty of type O blood in our bank. You don't need to worry; just be patient," the nurse replied before rushing away.
Father Lu and Mother Lu returned to their seats like lost souls, utterly despondent.
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