Chapter 294: Chapter 291: Not Necessarily Leng Yan
Guoguo wanted to clarify something about pregnancy tests. If it’s a blood test, you can find out ten days after intercourse.
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Milan lives up to its reputation as the Capital of Fashion. Compared to Paris, which Wen Nuan is familiar with, this place is not only full of fashion trends but also embodies a sense of composure and elegance. Wen Nuan feels like she could never tire of it.
In the morning, they visited a famous design school in Milan. After a nap post-lunch, Wen Nuan couldn’t hold back her eagerness. The place captivated her, and Tong Xi wanted lots of photos. The afternoon wasn’t too hot, which made it a rare opportunity.
"Master, shall we hit the streets?"
Wen Nuan knocked on Lin Xue’s door and saw her sitting on the bed, crying out in pain repeatedly. She quickly asked, "What’s wrong?"
"My feet hurt!" Lin Xue pointed angrily at the culprit lying on the floor—the high heels. "These shoes are truly a curse. Buying such tall heels is indeed torture. After walking all the way, my feet feel like they’re going to fall off."
"I told you to wear a shorter pair, but you insisted on this one." Wen Nuan couldn’t help but laugh at the ten-inch shoes, clicking her tongue, "I was admiring you earlier, walking so gracefully. Little did I know you were forcing yourself."
"Of course, I had to keep up appearances." Lin Xue pulled Nuannuan to sit down and pouted, "Nuannuan, haven’t you noticed that someone always opposes me and was secretly glancing at me to see if I’d make a fool of myself? If I complained about the pain halfway, she would definitely mock me. How could I possibly let her have that satisfaction? Hmph!"
The person Lin Xue referred to is also a very competent designer at the company and had once mocked Wen Nuan in front of Ji Wei, saying she didn’t even graduate from college and got in solely by seducing Tan Qing with her looks.
"Master, sometimes you’re just like a child." Wen Nuan burst into laughter, "But I think living like this is great—so liberating!"
Lin Xue laughed, slightly embarrassed, "Nuannuan, you’re daring to laugh at your master now? Looks like you’re in a good mood today."
"Just okay, one trip out and I’m feeling much better." Wen Nuan smiled, "Forget about her. Did you apply any medicine? Do you want me to go out and buy you some?"
Wen Nuan gently comforted her.
Lin Xue pointed to the medicine on the nightstand, "I applied some. It’s not a big deal; a little rest will fix it."
"Alright." Wen Nuan nodded, standing up, "It’s still early for dinner; master, take a nap, I’ll take a walk outside."
Being alone in the hotel room always made her inevitably think of him. Several times, she wanted to turn on her phone to see if there were any messages from him, but she kept holding back.
Three days later, there was a fashion show, and after that, they would return. During this time, Tan Qing took them to many places. Apart from eating, drinking, and having fun, they indulged in all sorts of fashion in the capital and learned many concepts that they hadn’t known before. This made her develop a strong affection for this beautiful Italian city, Milan.
She loves this city even more intensely than she imagined.
But at night, when lying in bed, there’s something within her that no beautiful scenery can hide. She feels agitated, angry, reluctant, and anxious, yet she cannot drive away this complex set of emotions.
"Nuannuan."
Just as Wen Nuan was about to leave, Lin Xue called her, prompting her to quickly turn back, "Master, anything you need?"
"Nothing really." Lin Xue smiled at her, "Why not let Young Master Tan accompany you?"
"No, it’s okay, I can go by myself." Wen Nuan shook her head with a faint smile, "He must have a lot of things to take care of."
"I’ve already taken care of my matters, let’s go."
As soon as Lin Xue spoke, a voice drifted in. She was startled, "Tan Qing?"
Tan Qing’s thin lips curled slightly with a hint of teasing, "I just returned and overheard Lin Xue mentioning me, so I came over to see if there was any gossip about me."
"Pfft, who dares to gossip about you, there’s not even enough good things to say." Lin Xue laughed from inside, "Nuannuan was afraid of disturbing you, now that you’re free, accompany her for a walk. This girl loves Milan so much, she can’t stay in the hotel."
"I’d rather go alone." Wen Nuan hurriedly refused.
"Alone? Signing to people?" Tan Qing mimed some sign language with a smile, "What if you get lost and can’t make your way back?"
Wen Nuan blushed, two red spots on her cheeks. She didn’t speak Italian and English was seldom spoken here, so it was indeed inconvenient to get around.
Moreover, Lin Xue happened to speak some Spanish, which is a related language, so the local people could understand. Most of the time, it was the two of them going out together.
"Alright then, as long as it doesn’t disrupt your work." She took a light breath and smiled at Tan Qing.
Tan Qing could speak perfect Italian, making travel much easier with him around.
"Want to take pictures?"
As they left the hotel, Tan Qing pointed to the camera hanging around Wen Nuan’s neck.
Wen Nuan nodded with a smile, "Yeah, Tong Xi wants to see lots of photos."
"Every corner of Milan is beautiful; you can take plenty of pictures." Tan Qing smiled and naturally took the camera, hanging it around his neck, "I’ll be your guide and photographer for today."
Wen Nuan laughed, "Then I’ve scored big today?"
"Can’t let you profit for nothing. We are on Montenapoleone Avenue, the center of global fashion trends. It houses numerous world-famous brands. I’ll take pictures, but I’ll also pick some pieces worn by models for you to analyze, to see if your design concepts can keep up with global trends."
"No problem."
Wen Nuan responded very readily. Over the past few days, she and Lin Xue had discussed fashion here extensively, learning a great deal.
Tan Qing showed her many masterpieces to analyze, offering appropriate comments on her understanding. He listed both the strengths and weaknesses. His insights were unique, making Wen Nuan have to admire him.
After taking a lot of photos and flipping through them, Wen Nuan muttered to herself, "Tong Xi said I must fill up the memory card before going back, she’s really something."
"She’s just upset she couldn’t come here." Tan Qing huffed lightly.
Before coming, Tong Xi had complained on MT, saying why did she choose acting, she should’ve joined Wen Nuan in N City and worked at MT, so she could’ve come to Milan.
"She wants me to be happy."
Wen Nuan smiled, revealing Tong Xi’s true intentions, "Actually, she’s traveled to Milan before, and asking me to take so many photos is her way of trying to make me a bit happier."
"A good friend."
Tan Qing said softly after hearing this, looking at Wen Nuan, "Has your mood improved since arriving in Milan?"
He had wanted to ask this for a while, but seeing her enjoying herself every day, he held back.
Mood...
A hint of bitterness flashed in Wen Nuan’s eyes, yet she nodded with a smile, "Much better."
Afraid Tan Qing would notice something, she quickened her pace, walking ahead of him.
Feeling fulfilled and loving this place, yet...
Still not truly happy!
She couldn’t help thinking about him, just like right now, as she continued to wonder if he was working overtime or already home in the evening back in N City.
"Nuannuan, I remember you once told me something."
Seeing the bitterness in her eyes, Tan Qing felt a pang in his heart and grabbed her wrist, not letting her walk too fast.
"What did I say?"
Forced to stop, Wen Nuan didn’t dare to meet his eyes. In his eyes was her reflection, etched so deeply that she wanted to escape.
"That day, you said to me, it doesn’t have to be you; I can love someone else." Tan Qing’s voice carried a slow hint of melancholy, "Today, I want to return the words to you. It doesn’t have to be Leng Yan; you can love someone else."