"You know, making love..." Yu Shuchang said with a smile,
"The only reason I held back yesterday because I wanted you to enjoy, not feel used."
Sheng Yin's face turned bright red.
She almost dropped the glass in her hand. "W-What are you saying?!"
Yu Shuchang laughed softly. "I'm just being honest."
Sheng Yin didn't know where to look.
Her heart was beating so fast she thought it might jump out of her chest. She looked down at her lap and mumbled, "You're always so calm…"
"I'm calm because I care about you," Yu Shuchang said gently. "I didn't want to force you into anything. I wanted you to feel safe and happy."
Sheng Yin looked up slowly. "But… why me?"
Yu Shuchang smiled a little.
"Because you're brave. You're kind. You're smart, even when you doubt yourself. And when I'm with you, I don't want anyone else."
Sheng Yin felt her cheeks grow even hotter.
She looked away quickly, but her lips curved into a tiny smile.
