Chapter 2262 - 15: I Want to Be Your Brother-in-Law (Part 3)

When Qin Jin hung up the phone and sat beside her, Gu Xiran immediately said: "Qin Jin, I don’t need you to help me out of pity or guilt."

The woman’s stubborn words entered his ears, and Qin Jin’s lips pressed together.

"I just helped Qin Song solve some gossip news, out of a logical sense of duty; whether it’s for the Qin Family’s sake or the Gu Family’s sake, I should step in."

Qin Jin’s straightforward response carried some coldness, making Gu Xiran feel a tug in her heart.

Hmm...

When a man turns cold, he truly becomes indifferent.

It really is about cutting ties swiftly and cleanly, isn’t it?

Gu Xiran pulled at the corner of her lip, "So I misunderstood. I was even thinking of returning the favor."

Though the hurt in Gu Xiran’s beautiful eyes was fleeting and controlled well, Qin Jin still caught it, clenching his large hand.

Gu Xiran took a deep breath, pretending to be cheerful as she said, "Thanks then; yesterday in the military district, you spoke clearly to me... I understood perfectly... I won’t cause you trouble in the future."

Hearing these words, Qin Jin’s Adam’s apple bobbed slightly, wanting to respond to the woman, hesitating for a moment, but ultimately saying nothing.

"Okay."

The two sat quietly like that, and soon Qin Song was wheeled out from the emergency room. Gu Xiran, with sharp eyes, saw a pool of blood on the floor, causing her face to change slightly.

Qin Song’s complexion seemed worse compared to when he was brought in earlier...

A bad feeling spread and expanded in Gu Xiran’s heart, quickly following the doctor’s pace, joining Qin Song in the ward.

Everything will be okay...

Gu Xiran secretly encouraged herself, realizing that due to her concern for Qin Song, her usual fear of hospitals was completely forgotten.

...

Once Qin Song was transferred to the ward he quickly woke up, his handsome face now pale, exuding an oddly alluring, devilish charm.

Anxious, Gu Xiran’s eyes had turned red.

"Qin Song, you’re awake..."

"Hmm, do you miss me?"

True to form, Qin Song remained frivolous and exceedingly roguish.

Seeing Qin Song wake up, Gu Xiran smiled through her tears and then raised her hand to playfully punch the man’s chest.

"Miss you? You’re kidding, you really scared me, I thought something had happened."

"You little girl, are you cursing me?"

A fleeting shadow crossed Qin Song’s dark eyes, and he then raised his eyebrows, pretending to be hurt.

Gu Xiran quickly realized she might have misspoken, hurriedly covering her small mouth with her hand, waving it afterwards.

"I’m just talking nonsense, it’s not true... If I say something foolish again, I’ll slap my mouth."

"No need to slap your mouth, just let me kiss you."

"Get lost."

Their mutually understanding dynamic made Qin Jin somewhat envious.

Qin Song had always seen Qin Jin as his idol, striving to learn from him, to move closer...

In truth, though, Qin Jin had always envied Qin Song’s lifestyle the most.

A rebel, living freely.

Living unrestrainedly for oneself, but Qin Jin could not live this way.

He must live for the entire Qin Family...

Just like before, when grandpa had appointed both him and Qin Song to join the military for training, but because Qin Song didn’t want to endure hardship, Qin Jin took it on alone, working hard... making sure grandpa had no regrets.

Also securing an opportunity for Qin Song not to have to enlist.

Hmm... envy...

A shadow flashed through Qin Jin’s dark eyes, and his thin lips pursed, speaking: "You guys chat, I’ll send someone to prepare lunch."

"Okay, thanks, brother..."

After Qin Song thanked Qin Jin, he noticed Gu Xiran kept her head down the entire time, pursing his lips, using his free hand (the one not hooked to a drip) to gently tap Gu Xiran’s forehead.

"Silly girl, what are you thinking?"

"I’m very smart, thank you..."

"Silly girl, lately your brain’s been a bit more nimble, huh?"

Gu Xiran: "..."

Well, alright.

Annoyed, Gu Xiran replied, "Of course, thinking about relationship stuff, you single dog shouldn’t be asking."

After saying this, Gu Xiran quickly muttered to herself: "Qin Song, haven’t I been a single dog too all along? I’ve never been in a relationship..."

Though his body was somewhat frail, seeing Gu Xiran’s cute and silly manner made Qin Song chuckle; she was just too adorably silly.

"I’m definitely not a single dog; women can line up a mile for me."

"Pfft, show off."

Annoyed, Gu Xiran covered Qin Song’s eyes, speaking with concern.

"Take a nap; I was so worried before, but seeing how sharp-tongued you are now, it looks like you’re fine, Qin Song, you really scared me."

With the woman’s small hand over his dark eyes, even Qin Song’s emotions were completely hidden, he didn’t feel quite right, pursing his lips, after a while, he whispered.

"Dummy... seems I’m really important to you."

"Of course, you’re my best male friend and buddy..."

"Yeah."

Qin Song slowly closed his dark eyes, a bitter smile appearing on his lips.

"Actually, I don’t want to be just a good buddy."

"Ahem, then what do you want to be..."

"Your little brother-in-law..."

Gu Xiran quickly realized Qin Song’s implication, her cheeks instantly reddening.

"Alright, let’s stop here, go rest."

"Hmm..."

...

After instructing someone to prepare lunch, Qin Jin intended to return to the ward but paused upon seeing Qin Song and Gu Xiran in their warm interaction.

He will have plenty of time to watch her...

But Qin Song won’t.

So during this rare moment when they can be alone together, he shouldn’t interrupt.

Though right now, his heart feels like it’s bleeding...

Yes, as if his whole being has been hollowed out, it truly does not feel good.

Qin Jin’s dark gaze fell on the smiling Gu Xiran, his eyes shifting slightly.

...

After resting in the hospital for half a day, Qin Song was clamoring to be discharged, unwilling to expose any weakness in front of Gu Xiran, Sister Ping quickly rushed to the hospital bringing Gu Xiran some clothes to change into.

Qin Jin arranged for people to escort Qin Song out of the hospital, but upon stepping through the hospital doors, the group was quickly surrounded by the media.

"Miss Gu, are you and Mr. Qin Song dating?"

"The Qin Family just issued a statement saying the three of you are just friends, is that true?"

"Miss Gu, previously at the birthday party you confessed to Qin Jin... are you involved with both Qin Jin and Qin Song?"

Originally intending to not respond, upon hearing these words from the media, Gu Xiran’s face went pale.