strictlysupreme Chapter 47 Ying's Feelings (2)
Chapter 47 Ying's Feelings (2)
Meanwhile, He Mingfeng, standing outside the carriage, was overjoyed. He thought to himself, "Did Cheng Ying dress up specially for today? She looks quite pretty. Is she rushing here because she's worried I'll be impatient waiting? She's so adorable." He Mingfeng couldn't help but turn back to look at the carriage, a bright smile spreading across his face.
He Mingfeng didn't understand either. He had met countless women, but most of them annoyed him. They were always scheming and vying for attention, which he found extremely troublesome. Therefore, when his mother suggested he get married, he refused without hesitation. He believed it would only bring him more unhappiness and trouble. However, since meeting Cheng Ying, his view of women changed. He discovered that not all girls were annoying or troublesome. There were also girls like Cheng Ying—outgoing, lovely, and unpretentious. He felt very relaxed and happy when he was with her. Especially after their reconciliation, he increasingly enjoyed his time with Cheng Ying. He didn't know why this change occurred, but whenever he saw Cheng Ying, he couldn't help but feel joy.
Soon the two arrived at the horse farm. He Mingfeng dismounted and walked to the carriage, reaching out to help Cheng Ying down.
Seeing this, Cheng Ying didn't think much of it, just that it was a normal gesture between friends. So she naturally put her hand on He Mingfeng's hand and slowly got off the carriage with his help.
However, the moment Cheng Ying's hand touched He Mingfeng, He Mingfeng instantly felt a tingling sensation spread throughout his body, as if an electric current had passed through him, making him stiffen and unable to move.
Cheng Ying looked at He Mingfeng with a puzzled expression. Seeing him standing there motionless with a somewhat vacant look in his eyes, she couldn't help but feel strange and asked softly, "What's wrong? Is something the matter?"
He Mingfeng snapped out of his daze, quickly shook his head, and said as if to cover up, "No...it's nothing, let me help you down." After saying that, he quickly stepped forward, held Cheng Ying's hand tightly, and carefully helped her out of the car.
When Cheng Ying stepped onto the last step, she suddenly felt her foot slip and her body uncontrollably tilted to the side.
Cheng Ying inwardly cried out in alarm, "I'm doomed! This time I'm probably going to have a close encounter with the ground, and I don't even know how badly I'll fall."
To make matters worse, the image of He Mingfeng mocking her kept flashing through her mind, which was incredibly embarrassing.
Thinking of this, Cheng Ying subconsciously closed her eyes, waiting for the pain to begin.
However, the pain I had imagined did not occur; instead, I felt a warm sensation wash over me.
It turned out that at the crucial moment, He Mingfeng reacted quickly and grabbed her, holding her tightly in his arms.
Cheng Ying suddenly opened her eyes and found herself being held in He Mingfeng's arms, their eyes meeting.
At that moment, time seemed to stand still, and everything around became blurred, leaving only the sound of each other's breathing intertwined.
Cheng Ying's heart raced, and her cheeks flushed. He Mingfeng's gaze was filled with tenderness and doting affection, making one feel completely captivated.
He Mingfeng held Cheng Ying tightly, looking at her with lingering fear. If he hadn't grabbed her hand in time, the consequences would have been unimaginable. Falling from such a high step would have caused unimaginable injury and pain. Thankfully, he caught her in time! At that moment, He Mingfeng's gaze met Cheng Ying's, and both of them froze, momentarily forgetting to react. Their posture seemed somewhat intimate, even ambiguous. They remained silently embracing until Cheng Ying was the first to recover. She shifted slightly, and He Mingfeng realized his actions, quickly releasing her. Their cheeks flushed instantly, like ripe apples. He Mingfeng immediately apologized to Cheng Ying, "I'm sorry, I was too hasty and offended you." Cheng Ying lowered her head shyly and replied softly, "I understand, you don't need to apologize. Actually, I'm the one who should thank you. If you hadn't pulled me up, I'm afraid I would have had a close encounter with the ground."
Both of them were a little shy. Looking at the bashful Cheng Ying, He Mingfeng found the girl even more adorable, and he couldn't help but chuckle. Realizing his blunder, he coughed lightly to cover his embarrassment, and then said, "Let's go in." Cheng Ying nodded, and the two walked together towards the horse farm.
The two remained silent the entire way. He Mingfeng tried to break the silence, so he said, "I'm really grateful to you for helping me go to the military camp. You did me a huge favor and gave me the opportunity to show my value. So, I'd like to treat you to a sumptuous meal to express my gratitude." Cheng Ying quickly waved her hand and said, "No need, it's just a small matter, nothing at all. You don't need to take it to heart."
However, He Mingfeng insisted, "This is no small matter; it means a great deal to me, so I must treat you to a meal to express my gratitude. And how about we set the date for tomorrow? I'll take you to Yaoxilou Restaurant tomorrow, is that alright?" Cheng Ying was about to say something when He Mingfeng hurriedly added, "Don't refuse!" Looking at the somewhat childlike He Mingfeng in front of her, Cheng Ying couldn't help but laugh, and she nodded in agreement.
Soon the two arrived at the horse farm. He Mingfeng picked out a white horse with a glossy coat, a strong physique, and a docile appearance. He led the white horse to Cheng Ying's side and gently asked, "Aying, what do you think of this horse?" Cheng Ying gently stroked the white horse's head and said with a smile, "It looks very well-behaved!" He Mingfeng nodded, then chose a similarly docile black horse, and mounted it with a graceful and nimble movement.
He rode his horse around Cheng Ying once before stopping in front of her, looking at her with a smile and asking, "Ying, do you remember what I taught you last time?" Cheng Ying thought for a moment and replied, "Hmm... I remember some, but probably not all of it." He Mingfeng encouraged her, saying, "That's okay, try riding by yourself for a while first, and I'll see how you're doing." Cheng Ying hesitated for a moment, then nodded in agreement. Although she was a little scared, she didn't want to always rely on others for help, and she also hoped to improve her riding skills.
So she took a deep breath, carefully climbed onto the horse's back, and gently patted its rump to encourage it to start moving slowly. At first, Cheng Ying rode quite smoothly; the white horse seemed obedient, moving forward according to her instructions. However, for some reason, the horse suddenly became increasingly excited, quickening its pace and running faster and faster. Cheng Ying was startled; she tried to pull on the reins, but her hands trembled uncontrollably. She felt she had lost control of the horse, her heart filled with fear and helplessness. He Mingfeng had been watching Cheng Ying's progress closely, and when he saw that something was wrong, he immediately realized something was amiss.
He spurred his horse towards Cheng Ying, shouting, "Ah Ying, hold on tight! Don't panic!" But due to the distance, his voice couldn't reach Cheng Ying's ears in time. Seeing Cheng Ying's increasingly perilous situation, He Mingfeng was frantic. He decided not to wait any longer and used his lightness skill to leap towards her. In mid-air, he used his inner strength to propel his body forward, closing in on Cheng Ying at top speed. Just as Cheng Ying was about to lose her grip on the reins, He Mingfeng finally arrived. He descended from the sky like an eagle, landing steadily behind Cheng Ying. He reached out, grabbed the reins tightly, and pulled hard. The horse, in pain, reared up and neighed, forced to slow its pace. He then embraced Cheng Ying tightly. His movements were swift and decisive, leaving everyone in awe.
He gripped the reins tightly, quickly calming the horse. His strength and skill were on full display, as if he were one with the steed. His gaze was focused and unwavering, as if nothing could stop him from moving forward.
As the sound of hooves gradually subsided, He Mingfeng gently lifted Cheng Ying down from the horse. His eyes were filled with concern and worry. He gently placed his hands on her shoulders and asked tenderly, "How are you? Are you hurt anywhere? Let me see." His voice carried a hint of anxiety, but more than anything, it was filled with concern for Cheng Ying's safety.
Cheng Ying was about to say she was alright, but before she could even utter a word, He Mingfeng had already begun to carefully check her from all sides. His movements were gentle and meticulous, as if afraid of hurting Cheng Ying. Seeing that Cheng Ying was unharmed, he finally breathed a sigh of relief.
Immediately afterwards, He Mingfeng suddenly hugged Cheng Ying tightly and said in a trembling voice, "You scared me to death! I'm so glad you're alright, otherwise I would have regretted it for the rest of my life!" His tone was full of self-blame and lingering fear, as if the experience just now had left him with lingering fear.
Cheng Ying initially wanted to push him away, but when he hugged her, she felt his trembling. His body was shaking slightly, even his voice was trembling. This tension and fear were so real that Cheng Ying's heart softened. As if possessed, she raised her hands and gently hugged him back, comforting him, "I'm fine, you don't need to worry. Look, I'm alright now, aren't I?" Her voice was gentle yet firm, trying to reassure He Mingfeng.
He Mingfeng looked up at Cheng Ying's face, his eyes filled with concern as he asked, "Were you very scared just now?" His brows furrowed slightly, his face etched with self-reproach and regret. "It's all my fault. I knew you were just starting to learn to ride a horse, yet I let you stay so far away. If I had gotten there sooner, perhaps you wouldn't have been so scared." At this point, He Mingfeng wanted to slap himself hard, inwardly cursing himself for being such a bastard! What if he hadn't arrived in time? What if Cheng Ying had fallen from her horse and been injured? How would he face the consequences? At this moment, He Mingfeng's heart ached unbearably. He couldn't imagine the pain and self-blame he would feel if such a thing had actually happened. But at the same time, he made up his mind that no matter when or where, he would protect the girl before him.
Looking at the boy's worried and self-reproachful expression, Cheng Ying smiled slightly and gently comforted him, "Actually, I was a little scared at first, but when you came to my side, I was no longer afraid, really." She raised a hand and gently stroked He Mingfeng's cheek, saying tenderly, "So, don't blame yourself anymore, after all, you were the one who saved me in the end."
Because of what just happened, He Mingfeng finally realized his feelings. He liked Aying. Although this feeling came somewhat suddenly, upon closer reflection, it seemed that everything was traceable.
He wasn't sure what his feelings were for Cheng Ying before; he just thought she was beautiful, a nice person, and comfortable to be around. But as time went on, he found himself thinking about Cheng Ying frequently, sometimes even dreaming about her, and dreaming that he and she were doing intimate things together.
That's why I couldn't wait to see her during my vacation, and that's why I was so eager to ask her out. And when she agreed to our date, I was actually overjoyed.
Just then, He Mingfeng suddenly felt a warm touch on his face. He was startled. He had felt a warm sensation on his back when he was holding Cheng Ying earlier, but he thought it was his imagination and didn't pay attention to it. But now that the warm touch had reappeared, it couldn't be an illusion.
He Mingfeng lowered his head and met the girl's gaze. He realized why he felt a warmth; it was Cheng Ying's hand on his face. Did this mean that Cheng Ying felt differently about him? A surge of joy welled up in He Mingfeng's heart at this thought.
Looking into He Mingfeng's eyes, Cheng Ying suddenly realized what she was doing. She quickly and shyly pulled her hand back, whispering, "I'm sorry, I didn't mean to..." Before she could finish, He Mingfeng grabbed her hand tightly. Cheng Ying was startled, and her voice trailed off. He Mingfeng placed Cheng Ying's hand back on his face, smiling, and said, "You don't need to apologize. You can touch it for as long as you want, it's okay."
Hearing this, Cheng Ying's face instantly turned bright red, and she exclaimed shyly, "Shameless!" He Mingfeng, seeing her face as red as an apple, couldn't help but burst into laughter. Cheng Ying glared at him fiercely and said coquettishly, "You're still laughing!" He Mingfeng stopped laughing and asked softly, "Then do you still want to learn to ride a horse?" Cheng Ying nodded without hesitation, "Of course I want to learn!" He Mingfeng then asked, "Aren't you afraid?" Cheng Ying said firmly, "Yes, I am, but with you here, I feel very safe."
But He Mingfeng didn't respond, remaining silent with a hint of fear and worry in his eyes. Clearly, the unexpected incident had terrified him, and he was unwilling to risk his life again. Seeing this, Cheng Ying grew anxious. She knew that if He Mingfeng refused now, he might never have the chance to learn to ride a horse again. So, before He Mingfeng could speak, she quickly used all her charm, pleading, "Oh, I really want to learn! You'll definitely continue teaching me, right?" She then tightly gripped He Mingfeng's sleeve, blinking her big eyes and looking at him expectantly.
He Mingfeng looked down at the petite and adorable girl tugging at his sleeve, and a ripple of emotion stirred within him. His gaze softened, and his once resolute heart began to waver. Indeed, who could bear to refuse such a lovely and charming girl? Especially one he had secretly loved for so long! He Mingfeng sighed inwardly, thinking to himself, "This is truly a sweet dilemma!"
However, He Mingfeng didn't want Cheng Ying to encounter any more danger, as the harrowing scene from just moments ago was still vivid in his mind. After careful consideration, he finally made up his mind and gently said to Cheng Ying, "Alright, since you're so eager to learn to ride, I agree. But the condition is that we must ride together this time; you absolutely cannot be left to ride a horse alone again." Hearing He Mingfeng's decision, Cheng Ying was overjoyed and nodded in agreement without hesitation.
Before mounting the horse, both believed it would ensure their safety. However, once on the horse, they realized that while safety was guaranteed, they were also filled with endless shyness and embarrassment. At that moment, they were tightly huddled together, riding the same horse, so close it was almost suffocating.