Heart Stealer

Qiuxue stood at the door, watching her parents walk away.

When their figures disappeared from sight, Qiu Xue turned back into the house, only to see that her parents-in-law had also returned to their room to rest.

She tiptoed up the stairs and came to the wedding room that belonged to her and Xiao Tuobang.

She pushed open the door and a faint floral scent wafted into her nose. It was the fragrance emitted by the flowers she had specially placed.

Qiu Xue walked gently to the sofa and sat down slowly, seeming to be lost in thought.

At this moment, her heart was like a turbulent sea, with all kinds of emotions intertwined together, making her unable to calm down for a long time.

The contents of the mysterious letter kept playing in her mind like a movie.

In particular, Zhang Sufang's description of the thrilling experience of jumping into the sea to escape and being rescued by fishermen deeply touched Qiu Xue's heart.

She felt immense sympathy and deep regret for Zhang Sufang's unfortunate experience.

Qiu Xue decided to tell Xiao Tuobang about this matter.

She reached out and picked up the phone on the coffee table, opened the text message interface, and tapped the screen quickly with her slender fingers.

She sent a short message to Xiao Tuobang: "Honey, when will you come back?" After clicking send, Qiu Xue waited quietly for the other party's reply.

Not long after, there was a slight vibration from the phone. Qiu Xue couldn't wait to unlock it and check. It was indeed a message from Xiao Tuobang.

It only said: "Baby, I'll be home soon!" Seeing these words, Qiuxue's face suddenly bloomed with a happy smile, as beautiful as a blooming peach blossom.

At this moment, there was a sound of a key being inserted into the lock and turning gently outside the door.

Upon hearing the sound, Qiu Xue immediately stood up from the sofa and walked quickly towards the door.

As the door slowly opened, Xiao Tuobang's tall and straight figure appeared before his eyes.

As soon as he entered the door, he saw Qiuxue looking at him with a smile under the light. Her sweet smile was like a flower blooming in spring, gentle and beautiful.

Xiao Tuobang was instantly intoxicated by it and forgot all his fatigue and worries.

A warm feeling surged in Xiao Tuobang's heart. He quickly walked to Qiu Xue and looked into her eyes, which were full of love and doting.

Qiu Xue's eyes flashed with shyness and joy. She lowered her head slightly, seeming a little embarrassed.

Xiao Tuobang gently lifted her chin, let her look up, and then looked at her affectionately.

Xiao Tuobang's heart was instantly melted by this tenderness. He couldn't help but step forward and hug her, holding her tightly in his arms.

Xiao Tuobang felt that Qiu Xue's enthusiasm today was a little different from usual.

Mistaking it for the natural nervousness of a wedding night, he kissed her tenderly, trying to soothe her anxiety.

He whispered softly in Qiuxue's ear, "Baby, we've known each other for a long time, there's no need to be so restrained." After that, he pecked her pink lips again, then let her go.

Qiu Xue gently pushed Xiao Tuobang away and said shyly, "Tuobang, I have something to tell you."

Xiao Tuobang took her hand, looked at her with concern and asked, "What's the matter? Tell me."

Qiuxue gently broke free from his embrace, smoothed her hair that was scattered on her forehead, and hesitated to speak: "Tuobang, I'll go prepare a bath for you..."

Before she could finish her words, Xiao Tuobang grabbed her hand tightly, unwilling to let her leave.

There was a hint of nervousness and worry in his eyes, and his hands were trembling slightly, as if he was afraid that she would suddenly disappear.

"Qiuxue, are you angry because I stayed out too late?" There was a hint of guilt and uneasiness in his voice.

"I didn't." Qiu Xue forced a smile and turned away. Xiao Tuobang could tell from Qiu Xue's eyes that she seemed to be worried about something.

Xiao Tuobang turned her around, put his hands on her shoulders, and said seriously: "Qiuxue, I really listened to you today and didn't get drunk. I only drank one or two glasses of wine. If you don't like it, I can quit drinking from tomorrow. I can swear..."

Just as he was about to continue, Qiu Xue turned around and interrupted him: "Tuobang, it's not because of this..."

"Then what is it all about? Qiuxue, is it because of Ye Qingxin? She came here uninvited. I assure you that I have nothing to do with her." Xiao Tuobang explained anxiously.

Qiu Xue shook her head slightly and walked to the dressing table and sat down.

Her eyes revealed a hint of sadness and helplessness, as if she had thousands of words to say but was unable to express them.

Xiao Tuobang loosened his tie, put one hand in his trouser pocket, and loosened his tie with the other hand.

He looked up at the ceiling and said slowly, "Qiuxue, since we are already married, if you have anything to hide from me, you can just bring it up and I can change it."

Qiu Xue held her forehead with one hand and remained silent.

Xiao Tuobang really couldn't guess why Qiu Xue suddenly became like this. He guessed a little angrily: "Qiuxue, if it wasn't because of me, could it be because of you and Ye Qingyun..." Before Xiao Tuobang finished speaking, Qiu Xue hurriedly stood up.

Her eyes revealed anger and helplessness, as if she was dissatisfied with Xiao Tuobang's speculation.

"Tuobang, what are you thinking about? This has nothing to do with Ye Qingyun." Qiuxue explained anxiously.

Xiao Tuobang took a deep breath and said unhappily, "Qiuxue, don't think I don't know that Ye Qingyun has always had a crush on you. After you left today, he was drinking alone there and ended up getting drunk."

"Tuobang, you..."

Qiu Xue hesitated to speak. Xiao Tuobang sat on the sofa at the other end, sulking. He crossed his arms over his chest, his face full of dissatisfaction.

After a while, Qiu Xue turned around and broke the silence first: "Tuo Bang, you said that couples shouldn't hide things from each other. Before I tell you, can you let me promise that you won't be angry?"

Xiao Tuobang's tightly furrowed brows relaxed a little. He smiled slightly and urged, "Qiuxue, hurry up and tell me. I promise I won't be angry."

"Tuobang, Sufang..."

Qiu Xue's voice was trembling a little, and her hands were tightly grasping the corners of her clothes.

Xiao Tuobang immediately interrupted her, a trace of uneasiness flashing in his eyes: "Qiuxue, so you are angry because of my junior sister. She has been missing for two years. Master said that she might not be alive..."

"No, Tuobang, Sufang is not dead, she is still alive..." Qiuxue said in an affirmative tone.

Xiao Tuobang stared at Qiuxue with eyes wide open, his eyes full of surprise and confusion: "Qiuxue, don't joke with me, this joke is not funny at all."

"No, Tuobang, everything I said is true. I woke up from my nap and walked to the gate. A middle-aged man handed me a letter. I couldn't help but peek at your letter. It was from Sufang, and she's still alive."

As Qiu Xue spoke, she took out a letter from the drawer and handed it to Xiao Tuobang, her hands trembling slightly.

Xiao Tuobang took the letter, his hands were shaking and his heart was beating wildly.

He opened the envelope and looked at its contents, his eyes moistened.

"Junior sister is still alive...Junior sister is not dead...Junior sister is really still alive..." Xiao Tuobang was so excited that he was incoherent as he looked at the letter.

Xiao Tuobang put the letter away and walked towards the door.

"Tuobang, where are you going so late?" Qiuxue's voice was full of worry.

"I'm going to find my junior sister..." Xiao Tuobang said firmly, his steps seemed a little hurried.

Xiao Tuobang walked to the door and suddenly seemed to remember something important.

He turned around, picked up the car keys on the table, grabbed a coat, and hurried out.

Xiao Tuobang drove his car, speeding aimlessly on the streets of Platycodon town.

He was extremely anxious and had no idea where to find his junior sister.

Xiao Tuobang drove the car to the dock where his junior sister and the others were going out to sea. After parking the car, he walked straight to the dark seashore.

The waves kept hitting the shore, making bursts of noise.

The sea was pitch black, with only the faint light coming from a distant fishing boat bringing a glimmer of hope to this dark environment.

Xiao Tuobang's eyes revealed deep confusion and helplessness. He stood quietly on the beach, calling out his junior sister's name loudly.

His voice echoed in the sea breeze, but he never received any response.

Xiao Tuobang shouted at the beach for a long time until his throat became hoarse, and then he slowly stopped.

The sea breeze whistled past, and the cold feeling invaded him, making him shiver.

Xiao Tuobang returned to the car silently, his body exhausted. He leaned back in the seat, with a thousand thoughts in his mind.