Beijing Colors Lingering

The next day, the sun slowly rose above the horizon. The warm rays of dawn filtered through the dense foliage, casting dappled golden shadows on the ground.

The morning air was exceptionally fresh, with a slight chill in the breeze, and the occasional bird call could be heard.

The entire Jingsheng Manor is magnificent and imposing, now covered with a faint golden halo, adding a touch of softness.

The first rays of sunlight lazily filtered through the gaps in the curtains, casting dappled patterns of bright light into the room.

On a large bed, a tall and imposing man is embracing the person in his arms.

After a long while, Shen Jinsui gradually woke up from her dream, blinked her eyelashes lightly, and then slowly opened her eyelids.

When Zhou Yancong saw that she had woken up, he first kissed her forehead, then lowered his gaze and scanned her exposed skin, where traces of their lovemaking were scattered on her fair and delicate skin.

A dark glint flashed in Zhou Yancong's dark eyes, and he also felt a little regretful. He had indeed been a bit too reckless last night.

Shen Jinsui noticed Zhou Yancong's gaze and glared at the man angrily.

She immediately moved her body and instantly felt sore and weak all over. Then she raised her hand, clenched her fist, and punched Zhou Yancong's hard chest without hesitation.

A moment later, a slightly hoarse but clear voice rang out, and she scolded the man with dissatisfaction: "Zhou Yancong, can you control yourself a little next time?"

Zhou Yancong gently curved the corners of his lips, his handsome and noble features softening with tenderness.

He held Shen Jinsui's hand, kissed the back of her fair hand, and whispered, "Baby, I'm sorry, I'll definitely be gentler in the future."

Shen Jinsui glared at him again and said coquettishly, "You always say that, and I've never seen you change."

As soon as he finished speaking, a hint of embarrassment flashed across Zhou Yancong's face. He coughed lightly and said in a gentle voice, "I definitely won't do it again next time."

Shen Jinsui pouted, not quite believing what Zhou Yancong was saying.

Then, Shen Jinsui looked up at his lips, and unconsciously recalled his absurd and unrestrained behavior last night.

Her ears burned, and a blush suddenly appeared on her fair cheeks. She pursed her red lips and said, "Zhou Yancong, don't be like you were last night, it was a bit unclean..."

Zhou Yancong was slightly taken aback upon hearing this, but quickly understood what she meant, and a smile involuntarily crept onto his lips.

The man's large hand slowly slid across her waist, his forehead touching hers, and he said softly, "It's very clean, and it will make you more comfortable."

His voice was deep and pleasant, with a hidden smile that was captivating and enchanting.

"Ah!" Shen Jinsui let out a shy gasp, quickly covering his mouth and saying with a flushed face, "Stop talking, shut up."

Zhou Yancong kissed her palm, his eyes filled with doting affection, and mumbled, "Yes, I'll serve you like that from now on."

Shen Jinsui looked at Zhou Yancong's slightly roguish and shameless appearance, which was completely different from how he looked when she first met him.

Shen Jinsui pulled her hand back, gave a huff, and got up to go into the bathroom.

Zhou Yancong's expression was gentle and tender. He then got up and followed her into the bathroom.

After breakfast, the two went to the estate's golf course, which was a wide and flat 18-hole course with a par of 72.

Shen Jinsui stood on the lush green lawn and immediately took the golf club handed to her by the maid.

She couldn't help but recall the last time she played golf with Zhou Yancong. Back then, they were just ordinary friends, but in the blink of an eye, they had become an inseparable couple.

Shen Jinsui smiled slightly, stepped down slightly, gripped the club with both hands, looked up to aim at the target, and swung the club skillfully after finding the best angle.

The next moment, the white golf ball flew out, drawing a beautiful arc in the air, and finally landed precisely in the first hole.

The entire set of movements was fluid and elegant, full of power and beauty.

Zhou Yancong was standing not far from her, tall and slender. He looked at her, a hint of appreciation flashing in his deep, dark eyes.

Then, Shen Jinsui handed the golf club in her hand to the maid standing to the side.

Zhou Yancong walked up behind her, his eyes crinkling slightly, then bent down and hugged her from behind.

Zhou Yancong's chin brushed against the top of her head, their posture intimate and natural.

At that time, the afternoon sun was soft and warm, creating a tender and affectionate atmosphere.

……

On Thursday evening, just as Shen Jinsui ended her video call with Zhou Yancong, she received a message from Ji Yan—

Sui Sui, are you free the day after tomorrow? I have something I want to tell you.

After reading the message, Shen Jinsui was stunned for a few seconds.

What did Ji Yan want to tell her?

After a long pause, Shen Jinsui replied to him: 【What do you want to say?】

The next second, a message from Ji Yan popped up in the chat box: "[Can we meet at Huaheng Hospital on Saturday? I'll tell you in person then; I'm afraid it won't be clear on the phone.]"

Shen Jinsui closed her eyes briefly, remembering her promise to Zhou Yancong that she would no longer go to the hospital with Ji Yan.

But she had known Ji Yan for many years, and if he said that, he must have something important to tell her.

Shen Jinsui sighed softly. Anyway, Zhou Yancong was not in Beijing for the next few days, so it was fine to keep it from him for now. She would explain it to him when he returned.

After thinking for a few seconds, Shen Jinsui began typing a reply to Ji Yan: 【Okay, sure.】

Ji Yan: [I'll pick you up by car on Saturday afternoon.]

Shen Jinsui: [No need, I'll drive myself to Huaheng Hospital.]

Ji Yan: [See you on Saturday.]

After reading his reply, Shen Jinsui exited WeChat, turned off her phone, and got up to go into the bathroom.

Meanwhile, Ji Yan sat in his study at home, staring down at his phone screen, his face displaying a complex and unreadable emotion.

Ji Yan got up and walked to the window, where he could see the dazzling and bustling night view below, with the streets teeming with people.

His eyes dimmed slightly, and a sense of melancholy crept into his heart.

A moment later, a deafening rumble of thunder suddenly echoed in the dark sky, accompanied by lightning that ripped through the darkness.

Soon, a torrential downpour began, engulfing the entire city of Beijing in its sound.

Ji Yan gazed silently out the window, where thunder and lightning raged and wind and rain lashed against the dark night sky.

A few days ago, Ji Yan received a notice from the hospital that he would be sent abroad for two years of study.

The hospital leadership specifically told him that after his overseas training ended, he could choose to return to China or stay and work at a hospital abroad.

The leader even subtly suggested that if he chose to stay and work at a hospital abroad, his career advancement prospects would be much greater than in Beijing.

Ji Yan immediately sensed something was wrong after hearing this. Doctors sent abroad for training are usually not allowed to stay and work in foreign hospitals, yet the leader said something like that.

Ji Yan knew very well that this meant someone had deliberately arranged for him to leave Beijing.

After weighing the pros and cons, Ji Yan decisively chose to accept the assignment to study abroad.

Ji Yan wanted to see Shen Jinsui alone before leaving Beijing, so he made up an excuse to meet her.

"Ding!"

Ji Yan felt his phone vibrate, breaking his thoughts. He then unlocked it and checked the new message.