Snow-Kissed Rose (GL) Chapter 63.3

"In the future, if you have any business propositions, you can contact me directly. Please don't contact Huai Xu privately again. If you cause trouble to Huai Xu, we will take legal action."

Qu Qing had taken such a strong stance that even Fu Qi was surprised.

Song Ming tightly gripped the business card that was stuffed into his hand. Then, while he was struggling to come to terms with reality, he was escorted out of the studio by the tall and strong studio assistants.

The male artist who came with Song Ming hurriedly followed him out. As for Yu Sheng, who had been standing outside the door, she poked her head into the room and greeted, "Hey, Huai Xu!"

Huai Xu put down the lyric sheet in her hand, her expression softening as she responded, "Little Sheng?"

"I… I'm also from Senseful. I came here with them, so I have to leave with them. Anyway, that's it. Bye-bye. See you tomorrow," Yu Sheng said awkwardly before running away, worried Huai Xu might ask her to stay.

Looking at Yu Sheng's back, Qu Qing smiled and said, "She behaves like a delicate lady on the show, but it seems she's quite the lively girl off camera."

"One of them came here to talk business, one came to talk about songs, and the remaining one wanted to discuss MVs, which I assume is that girl," Fu Qi said.

"Then, are you not going to partner with any of them now?" Qu Qing asked.

"I don't intend to partner with anybody from Senseful from now on," Fu Qi said, waving his hand dismissively.

"Yu Sheng is well suited for one of your upcoming MVs," Huai Xu said.

Huai Xu spoke calmly and objectively, so Fu Qi knew she was serious. When he recalled Yu Sheng's appearance, he realized that the girl did meet the requirements of one of his MVs.

After deciding to contact Senseful about Yu Sheng later, Fu Qi said, "I'll see about it later. For now, let's finish recording 'Falling Asleep.' This song has been on my mind the past few days…"

Huai Xu didn't say anything more and picked up the printed lyric sheet.

After meeting Song Ming again, Huai Xu inexplicably found that the oppressive President Song, who had pressured her to the brink of considering disfiguring herself, was nothing special. Looking back, it seemed he knew nothing but throwing tantrums and getting escorted away with a dumbfounded look. Yet, with power and money, this manchild managed to cause her so much despair.

When Huai Xu thought about this, she realized just how weak she was in the past.

At the same time, Huai Xu couldn't help but be glad that her meeting with Zheng Qiyi had allowed her to inherit memories and abilities from the alternate version of herself. They enabled her to recall things she had forgotten and rapidly improve on her music, dance, and other aspects.

The only thing that disappointed Huai Xu was that Song Yingshi was not in any of the memories she inherited. She only saw herself behaving like a workaholic, glamorous but lonely.

"Huai Xu, get ready—" Fu Qi's voice sounded.

Huai Xu put away her thoughts and immersed herself in the recording of "Falling Asleep."

…

With the help of Qu Qing's location sharing, Song Yingshi arrived at the building where Huai Xu was recording.

When Qu Qing met up with Song Yingshi, she reported in detail about Huai Xu's unexpected meeting with Song Ming today, the news causing Song Yingshi's expression to grow cold.

Noticing the change in Song Yingshi's demeanor, Qu Qing quickly changed the direction of the narrative, emphasizing how she had warned Song Ming and driven him away. Upon hearing this, Song Yingshi's frown finally relaxed.

"Thank you for your hard work, Big Sis Qing," Song Yingshi said. "I've ordered afternoon tea at the nearby international hotel. Please collect it and distribute it to everyone later."

"Okay. I'm sure everyone will be happy," Qu Qing said, smiling.

Song Yingshi smiled in response and continued, "Also, once Huai Xu and I return to the show, take some time off to go on vacation. You can choose to go wherever you want; the company will cover all your expenses. You'll be swamped with work once we finish filming Spring Star."

Qu Qing's eyes lit up at these words. Paid leave plus a free vacation! This was the dream of all wage slaves!

"I'll apply for leave with Vice President Li later," Qu Qing said, covering her smile with her hand.

Qu Qing felt this was her reward for protecting the boss's precious wife. She also had to admit that Boss Song was skilled at spoiling Huai Xu rotten. Rather than simply showering Huai Xu with money, Song Yingshi also helped Huai Xu build beneficial relationships. By "bribing" the staff supporting Huai Xu, it went without saying that these staff members would work harder to support Huai Xu in the future.

Song Yingshi's arrival was very timely. Shortly after she arrived at the studio, Huai Xu finished her recording.

As Star of Spring urgently needed Huai Xu's song, Fu Qi was racing against time to complete it. Thus, Song Yingshi simply greeted him before leaving with Huai Xu.

…

Qu Qing had to collect the afternoon tea Song Yingshi ordered, so they parted ways in the first-floor lobby. As the elevator continued heading down to the underground car park, Song Yingshi asked casually, "How was the recording? It must've been tiring, right?"

"I'm not tired," Huai Xu answered.

After a slight pause, Song Yingshi let her eyes wander as she asked, "Did you meet Song Ming just now?"

As Huai Xu hummed in affirmation, she suddenly recalled when she first met Song Yingshi. More specifically, she recalled the scene where Song Yingshi pulled out her phone and threatened to expose Song Ming's antics to the rest of their family. A hint of amusement flashed in her eyes, and she said, "Yes, your nephew came here. It's a pity that you two didn't get to meet."

Song Yingshi was a little surprised to hear Huai Xu sounding relaxed. She couldn't sense any disgust for Song Ming. On the contrary, it sounded like Huai Xu genuinely found it a pity she and Song Ming didn't get to meet.

"Limit your interactions with him," Song Yingshi said, inexplicably feeling dissatisfied with Huai Xu's attitude.

The elevator reached the first underground floor, and the doors opened. Stepping into the car park, Huai Xu said leisurely, "I never wanted to see him in the first place. It's your fault for not keeping your nephew in check."

Song Yingshi: "..."

Huai Xu's tone inexplicably sounded like that of a wife accusing her husband of letting his annoying relatives drop by for a visit.

Song Yingshi shook off the straight thought and quickly located the Cullinan she had driven here. As she walked over to her car, another thought suddenly came to her mind—if she were to bring Huai Xu home now, wouldn't she need to complete her snuggling mission at home? While completing the mission at home would ensure their privacy, could she maintain control over the subsequent developments?

When Song Yingshi recalled Huai Xu's past behavior, she dared not say she could keep things under control.

Moreover, Song Yingshi currently had a great opportunity. Huai Xu was always cold and self-restrained outside. Since this was a public place, even if she were to hug Huai Xu here, Huai Xu wouldn't dare to escalate matters.

I'm so smart!

Having made up her mind, Song Yingshi went into action.

Upon arriving at the car, Song Yingshi opened the door to the back seat and motioned with her chin, signaling for Huai Xu to get in.

Huai Xu glanced at Song Yingshi before getting into the car.

"Move further inside," Song Yingshi said calmly.

Huai Xu did as told and moved to the middle seat, chuckling, "Who's going to drive—"

Before Huai Xu could finish her words, Song Yingshi seized the opportunity while Huai Xu was still adjusting her posture and facing the door to move up to her, nearly covering her entire body.

Song Yingshi still remembered her mission's requirements.

First Requirement: Get into Huai Xu's arms.

Second Requirement: Hug Huai Xu.

Third & Fourth Requirements: Rub her face against Huai Xu's neck while maintaining a smile and breathing like…

While rolling her eyes at the system, Song Yingshi bared her fangs like a vicious dog before reluctantly smiling like a happy golden retriever. Then, she imagined herself as a silly dog, rubbed her furry head against Huai Xu's neck, and sped up the rhythm and frequency of her breathing.

Song Yingshi didn't know if it was because of the exchange of body heat, or if the car's heat dissipation was poor, but she could feel the temperature in the car rising rapidly.

Song Yingshi's lips and tongue slowly dried up, and her mind suddenly went hazy. When she came back to her senses, she was smothered in Huai Xu's neck, her mind wondering, How many seconds has it been? Also, why hasn't Huai Xu spoken a single word? This is abnormal.

Song Yingshi hadn't figured out what was abnormal, but her instincts told her she couldn't allow this situation to continue.

Sensing danger brewing in the air, Song Yingshi removed her face from Huai Xu's neck, only for Huai Xu to immediately press down on the back of her head.

As Song Yingshi had her nose buried into Huai Xu's soft and fragrant neck again, she heard Huai Xu's hoarse voice saying, "Song Yingshi."

Alarm bells sounded in Song Yingshi's head. Whenever Huai Xu used her full name, it would often lead to…

Suddenly, Song Yingshi started having second thoughts about whether this mission was suitable to be done in a car park. At the same time, she began hoping for a passerby to disrupt this atmosphere and save her.

This time, Song Yingshi's breathing started quickening for real.

Just as Huai Xu's warm yet cool hand touched the back of Song Yingshi's neck, a loud shout came from outside the car:

"Song Yingshi! How can you humiliate Huai Xu like this?!"

The hot air in the car froze.

Song Yingshi's heart shook, and then she got off Huai Xu and looked outside the car.

Song Ming stood outside the car, his face flushed with anger as he shouted furiously, "You have the nerve to call yourself my elder, yet you treat Huai Xu like that… You're a disgrace to your status!"

At this moment, Song Ming looked like a righteous passerby who came to save the heroine in a novel while Song Yingshi was the brainless president bullying the heroine.

Song Yingshi: ???

Although Song Yingshi had hoped for a passerby to save her, she never expected the other party to be Song Ming. She also never expected to receive a moral condemnation from Song Ming of all people!

While Song Yingshi was in a daze, Song Ming walked up to the back of the car, opened the door, and said, "Huai Xu, come with me. I won't let you suffer such humiliation."

Song Ming would treat Huai Xu well, raise her carefully at home, and give her everything she needed. He was sure that someone as proud as Huai Xu had to be disgusted with Song Yingshi's behavior.

Song Ming used to think he was no match for Song Yingshi, leading to him becoming depressed for a long time. But now, he had regained some confidence. At least he knew how to respect Huai Xu better than Song Yingshi.

However, as Song Ming confidently reached his hand into the car, Huai Xu looked up at him with eyes full of disdain and hints of irritation. Then, her thin lips parted, and she said coldly, "Get lost."