Fell!

Ruan Yuexi quickened her steps and found herself in a secluded spot. She sneezed suddenly. Luckily, the restroom was nearby.

Perhaps for convenience, the restroom was situated next to a long staircase leading down to the beach.

Just as she was about to exit the restroom, Ruan Yuexi heard several women giggling outside.

“You know, Ruan Yuexi is really beautiful. I haven’t seen anyone prettier than her, and that figure… I envy her so much.”

“What’s the point of being pretty with a great figure? Who doesn’t hate her? Tang Qingqing, on the other hand, doesn’t compare to Ruan Yuexi at all. I saw Shang Yao glance at her several times.”

“Really?”

“Of course, it’s true. Just observe for yourselves. Men always prefer delicate beauties.”

“You’re right. Look at Lu Yiliang. I really like him, but he only has eyes for Tang Qingqing.”

“If I were a guy, I’d like Ruan Yuexi. Just looking at her could prolong my life.”

“Ruan Yuexi loves Shang Yao so much. If she finds out Shang Yao is paying extra attention to Tang Qingqing, she might go crazy again.”

“She definitely will. Remember last time when Tang Qingqing was about to fall, and Shang Yao helped her up? Ruan Yuexi was nearly driven mad.”

“Exactly. It’s scary to watch. But it’s really pitiful. Even if she loves Shang Yao, what can she do? He doesn’t care about her at all.”

“Not only does he not care, he actually dislikes her. Seeing Shang Yao like that, he probably wishes he never had to see Ruan Yuexi again.”

“Poor girl, such a beauty. How tragic.”

“It’s really pitiful. Shang Yao is so intimidating. I wouldn’t dare get close to him. Just one look from him makes me shiver.”

“But how bold is Ruan Yuexi? She gets scolded by Shang Yao and still smiles and says it’s okay. Just thinking about it makes me feel sorry for her.”

“Okay, okay, let’s stop talking about it. If someone hears us and tells Shang Yao, it’ll be disastrous.”

Possibly to avoid mentioning Shang Yao and Lu Yiliang further, they didn’t bring up Ruan Yuexi again.

Ruan Yuexi was extremely excited because she had witnessed the abuse value increase by +1+1+1 just now, totaling 7 points now. These women outside were truly helping her.

As she heard the footsteps fade away, Ruan Yuexi joyfully opened the restroom door and stepped out.

Simultaneously, the door next to hers opened as well. Tang Qingqing’s expression was complex, but there was a hint of relief that she couldn’t hide.

The two unexpectedly bumped into each other, creating a thick atmosphere of awkwardness in the air. Both were caught off guard and hadn’t expected the other to be nearby.

Ruan Yuexi’s excitement hadn’t yet receded from her face when she abruptly turned her head back and walked towards the sink to wash her hands. This scene was too dramatic, making it quite awkward.

Seeing Ruan Yuexi’s pale face, Tang Qingqing thought she might either attack her or burst into tears, but after waiting for a while, she didn’t see any sign of anger from her.

Just as Ruan Yuexi was about to leave the restroom, she was stopped by Tang Qingqing from behind.

“Please wait a moment,” Tang Qingqing called out to Ruan Yuexi, her face somewhat red.

Ruan Yuexi: “?” She stopped and turned around.

“What’s the matter?”

Tang Qingqing took two steps forward. “Don’t worry about what they said. Brother Shang Yao isn’t interested in me.” She nervously clutched her handbag.

Ruan Yuexi felt that Tang Qingqing was quite gentle, the kind of person who made others want to protect her. As for herself, she was the one who frightened others into protecting themselves. There was quite a gap between them. “It’s okay, I’m not bothered.” Ruan Yuexi decided not to pursue Shang Yao in front of Tang Qingqing anymore.

The female lead had already secretly developed feelings for the male lead. If she were to turn against her, it would be the end for her.

She casually finished her words and turned to leave, but was stopped by Tang Qingqing grabbing her hand.

“Hey… wait… Ah!!”

Tang Qingqing, eager to stop Ruan Yuexi from leaving, slipped and lost her balance. Instinctively, she grabbed onto Ruan Yuexi, and both of them tumbled down.

Ruan Yuexi had never expected this to happen. By the time she reacted, she had already been knocked down by Tang Qingqing.

Next to them was a staircase leading to the beach. Ruan Yuexi’s heart was racing. In just a moment, even if she reacted, it would be too late. All she could do was hope not to fall too badly.

Someone quickly grabbed Tang Qingqing’s hand, but somehow, Tang Qingqing’s hand let go of Ruan Yuexi.

Initially, Ruan Yuexi was grabbed as well but managed to twist around, changing from facing away from the stairs to facing sideways. Tang Qingqing let go of her hand again. Lu Yiliang tried to grab her hand, but Tang Qingqing, who had been saved, pulled him back a bit, and he only touched Ruan Yuexi’s fingertips.

Thinking she was saved, it turned out to be a perfect miss. Ruan Yuexi tightened her fist but accidentally caught Lu Yiliang’s clothing, pulling him down.

Due to the force of the fall, Lu Yiliang was pulled down by Ruan Yuexi holding onto his clothes and then fell on top of her.

Ruan Yuexi’s hair, which had been tied up before entering the villa, instantly loosened. A beauty only needs a glance to enchant the heart and captivate the soul. This was clearly Lu Yiliang’s current perspective.

The beauty was so close, her flawless skin like a flower, her cheeks glowing with a jade-like radiance. Her cherry lips slightly parted in surprise, as if inviting another taste… Her eyes, like two pools of autumn water, shimmered with allure…

Lu Yiliang pressed his lips together and pulled Ruan Yuexi into his arms subconsciously.

Ruan Yuexi’s mind went blank. She had no idea how Lu Yiliang ended up being pulled down by her. Then they fell down the stairs, and it hurt so much her face twisted in pain.

They tumbled down onto the beach. Suddenly, someone jumped out, their butt coincidentally landing on her foot…

Before she could scream to warn them, she kicked the person’s butt hard. They were probably caught off guard and ended up face down in the sand.

Feng Yi, who was inexplicably kicked down on the beach, muttered, “…” I shouldn’t have hosted this damn party!

Lu Yiliang, who witnessed this scene: “…”

Ruan Yuexi felt a certain elasticity in her kick, fortunately landing on sand, so it didn’t worsen her injuries. Even so, she was in so much pain.

When she gradually came to from the haze and pain, she realized someone was tightly hugging her. Dazedly lifting her head, it was Lu Yiliang!!

“Are… Are you okay?” She remembered she seemed to be the one who pulled Lu Yiliang down.

Lu Yiliang seemed somewhat dazed from the fall. His wire-rimmed glasses were crushed as they rolled down the beach.

“I’m fine.” His gentle tone made it hard to discern his current emotions.

A fragrant scent lingered in the air between Ruan Yuexi’s breaths. She deliberately distanced herself mainly because she couldn’t get up; her whole body was in pain.

“I’m sorry, I didn’t mean to pull you down.” Ruan Yuexi had indeed acted on instinct and inadvertently pulled him down along with her.

Just a moment ago, it seemed he had protected her; otherwise, she would have surely suffered more than just these minor injuries.

Lu Yiliang glanced deeply at Ruan Yuexi; their injuries were of varying severity.

“Brother Yiliang!!” Tang Qingqing exclaimed in shock. By the time she reacted, they had already fallen onto the beach and hurriedly descended the stairs.

Meanwhile, Feng Yi, who had been kicked down on the beach with sand all over his face and mouth, spat out the sand and wiped his face clean. His female companion, who had come down to the beach with him, was trembling with fear.

Seeing this scene, Ning Chen’s face darkened, and he quickly followed behind Tang Qingqing down to the beach.

Ruan Yuexi’s pale face showed how much pain she was in; her hand seemed to have been injured, especially painful.

Lu Yiliang’s situation was much worse than Ruan Yuexi’s, though he remained silent.

“How are you two?” Ning Chen came down to the beach to check their injuries. Their external injuries weren’t too severe, but internal injuries were not visible at all.

Ruan Yuexi glanced at Lu Yiliang’s forehead, which was covered in a thin layer of sweat. “He protected me; his injuries are more serious. Lift him up first; my arm just hurts a bit.”

Seeing her pale face in pain, Ning Chen’s expression darkened even more. He pursed his lips and didn’t say anything, waiting for help to arrive.

On the other hand, Lu Yiliang’s gentle eyes flashed with a hint of surprise. Tang Qingqing wiped away tears, choked up and was unable to speak.

At this point, Feng Yi, who had already called for help, hurried over. “I’ve already called for help. Hang in there a little longer.” After all, they had fallen, and using a stretcher to lift him up would avoid causing a second accident.

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Ayalee: Urghh that Tang Qingqing is really something… (ㆆ__ㆆ).

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