It Seems I’m Not The Only One Who Reincarnated

“Alright… with that, my work here is completely done.”

“Mmm…”

After that, Shi Hai performed several other acts of service for her.

By eight in the evening, Tian Shui had already snuggled into her blanket early.

The final service—helping her change into her pajamas—had just been completed.

Tian Shui had explicitly said these were her “before-bed services,” so this marked the end of it.

However, at the very last moment, Tian Shui couldn’t bear to let the sweet time between them end.

“From here on, it’s just my ‘wish’… Like I said earlier, this is my secret base, so no one will come here to disturb us…”

She grabbed Shi Hai’s hand and said,

“Stay here tonight… okay?”

Faced with such an endearing Tian Shui, Shi Hai found it impossible to outright refuse her.

After all, the thought of “staying” had already crossed his mind as well.

Now, he not only had to gently decline her but also come up with a reason for leaving himself.

“Senior, I’ve realized something about you today—you’re actually a ‘serious person.'”

“So, in your eyes, I seemed completely unserious before?”

“Well, when we first met, you gave me the impression of a playful and carefree rich girl.”

Honestly, just barely better than a green tea type—at least she wasn’t fake.

But for a girl who came off as overly open, Shi Hai would definitely keep his distance.

In truth, Tian Shui wasn’t a casual girl at all.

In her past life, back in university, she had dyed her hair a striking blonde and styled herself like a “landmine girl” purely as a silent protest against her mother’s overprotectiveness.

It was her way of showing she didn’t want to be controlled anymore.

Of course, her silent rebellion had been completely ineffective. Not only had her mother praised her bold style, but she’d also bought Tian Shui even more clothes and accessories.

Tian Shui, unable to bear it any longer, fled abroad.

But now, Tian Shui no longer harbored such childish thoughts.

She had come to understand her mother’s strength far more deeply and no longer believed she could fight her mother alone.

So, there was no need to waste two years abroad this time; staying here to pursue Shi Hai was far more important.

Besides, the atmosphere between them had grown especially good now…

Just one more push… tonight, she had to make him stay!

This night would bring them both immense growth!

If she could seal the deal and hit a home run, victory would be hers!

After all, Shi Hai wasn’t the kind of man who would abandon someone after getting what he wanted.

He would definitely take responsibility.

“So, does this mean you’ve changed your impression of me?”

“Yes, I can see now that you’ve changed a lot for me, Senior.”

Shi Hai reached out and patted Tian Shui’s hair, and she closed her eyes, enjoying the moment.

“For example, dyeing your hair back to black… and here…”

Following the line of her hair, his hand moved to her earlobe.

When washing her hair earlier, Shi Hai had noticed that Tian Shui didn’t have pierced ears.

“Senior, you don’t even have pierced ears.”

“Because I’m afraid of the pain… You can pinch them, see how they feel.”

“Mmm… soft and squishy.”

“My earlobes are a little thick, right? So getting them pierced would really hurt, and they might get red and swollen…”

Tian Shui said with concern.

“My earlobes are already a bit thick, so if they swell even more, wouldn’t that look awful?”

“I see.”

“But if you’re willing to personally help me pierce them, I might consider it… How about you stay tonight and help me ‘pierce’ something?”

“Senior, stay elegant; no innuendos.”

“I’m always elegant. How am I being suggestive?”

“My thoughts were the problem.”

“Hehehe~”

“But aside from earrings, I haven’t seen you wearing any other jewelry—rings, necklaces, bracelets, anything.”

No tongue piercings, belly piercings, or tattoos either.

She hadn’t left any marks on her body, giving her an exceptionally “clean” appearance.

“That’s true… How about this: why don’t you give me something as a gift?”

“What kind of gift would you like, Senior?”

“Hmm…”

Tian Shui grabbed Shi Hai’s hand and guided it to her neck.

“I’d like something I can wear here.”

“…”

Was she talking about a necklace…?

Was she implying… a collar?

Shi Hai could no longer maintain his composure.

Tian Shui’s charm was on full display, hitting every mark with precision.

Who could resist a perfect, wealthy, beautiful woman, willing to offer herself wholly to you?

Cute yet sexy, pure yet provocative.

She was truly incredible.

If this continued, he’d surely fall under her spell…

No, not yet, not now.

Steeling himself, Shi Hai withdrew his hand, though he openly admitted:

“I had a really great time with you today, Senior… I think I might genuinely like you.”

Tian Shui took a deep breath, suppressing the wild joy bubbling up inside her.

She knew a “but” was coming—there always was a “but.”

Still, just hearing the word “like” from his lips was enough for her to replay in her mind a thousand times tonight.

“But… I’m not at the point where I’d want to marry you.”

“This doesn’t mean you’re not attractive. Quite the opposite—you make my heart race.”

“If, right now, you were the only woman in my life, I would’ve already accepted your feelings.”

“As a woman, Senior, you are truly flawless.”

“And precisely because of that… I can’t sully you with feelings that are anything less than genuine.”

His heartfelt words made Tian Shui feel the sincerity behind them.

To suppress his desires at such a moment, to reflect deeply on whether he wanted to marry her—that was proof Shi Hai already saw Tian Shui as a potential life partner.

He likes me!

He wants me to be his wife!

The option was no longer just her fantasy; it was real!

And it also confirmed that her allure had worked on him.

It was because he could no longer casually dismiss her that he was taking her so seriously now.

She was just one step away… one last step.

If she could get him to stay tonight, she’d truly win him over!

With that resolve, Tian Shui threw off her blanket, sat up, and leaned forward, resting her cheek against his chest.

“Even if your feelings are half-hearted, what if I’m willing to accept them…?”

Shi Hai placed his hands on her shoulders, gently pushing her back as he looked her in the eyes and asked seriously:

“Senior, I hope you think this through carefully. Do you really only want ‘one night of comfort’?”

“…”

No, of course not.

How could just one night ever be enough?

It had to be day after day, night after night!

And her silence was answer enough.

“As I thought, you’re not ready to ‘settle’ for that, are you?”

“…”

“We’re tied at one win and one loss so far, aren’t we? The match isn’t decided yet.”

“Mmm…”

“Knowing your personality, Senior, I’m sure you’re aiming for a complete victory, right?”

“Of course!”

This declaration reignited Tian Shui’s pride.

“From now on, I’ll make you like me more, more, more! Love me so deeply you can’t live without me!”

“Is that so…”

Shi Hai smiled warmly.

“Then I look forward to seeing how you’ll win my heart, Senior.”

“But you’re not allowed to ignore me or deliberately avoid me anymore!”

“Of course not. I’d be happy to be your confidant, and I’ll gladly come see you again.”

“Then, if you ever truly fall for me—even if it’s just for a moment—and feel the desire to marry me…”

“I promise I won’t hide it. When that time comes, I’ll propose to you myself. Does that work?”

“Deal!”

“It’s a promise.”

In the end, a simple confession wouldn’t do for these two.

It had to be a battle—a game of wits and hearts—where victory and defeat hung in the balance!