A Hot Kiss for a Lovely Lady

The gentle second male lead takes the crown / The ex's redemption comes too late

A sweet girl who dares to love x a gentle, devoted CEO

Xia Qiao was secretly involved with rising music star Qi Feiyu for five years. Willingly staying behind the scenes as his woman, she lived a humble life. It wasn't until Qi Feiyu's first love appeared that Xia Qiao realized she was only a stand-in for the woman he loved.

Xia Qiao asked Qi Feiyu softly, “Could you stay with me?”

Qi Feiyu left without looking back. Xia Qiao gave up hope, broke up with him, and walked out of his life.

Three years later, Qi Feiyu lost control when he saw Xia Qiao kissing someone else. He pulled her straight into a dim corner of the venue and pleaded, “Qiao Qiao, will you come back to me?”

Xia Qiao's gaze was cool. “I can't. There's someone else in my heart.”

After breaking up with Qi Feiyu, Xia Qiao moved to another city to pursue her dream, where she unexpectedly met Ren Ze again.

Ren Ze showed her all his affection in the gentlest way, letting her be herself again.

No matter what happened, Ren Ze was always by her side, protecting her. “Qiao Qiao, I'm here. Don't be afraid.”

During her time with Ren Ze, Xia Qiao knew that as long as he was there, she had nothing to worry about.

Real love means being cherished, receiving reassurance in every little thing, and never being made to suffer heartbreak.

A little guide for new readers, please take a look!

1. This is a first-love-as-a-substitute trope, and the ex's attempts to win her back come too late.

2. Ren Ze is the male lead. One-on-one romance, both leads have only been with each other, and the heroine will regain her faith in love.

One-on-one / both leads have only been with each other / five-year age gap

My next novella, a secret-crush story called Winter Night Infatuation, is coming soon. Please add it to your favorites!

School days: adorable girl x aloof top student who falls for her while convincing himself she likes him

Adult years: oblivious, sweet craftsperson x devoted heir to a conglomerate

He falls for her first / long-planned pursuit / cohabitation in the city, full of romantic tension / he convinces himself she likes him, then falls hard

Gu Ximu first met Wen Yisheng in her second year of high school.

As a transfer student, he was assigned to sit with Gu Ximu.

Fengcheng No. 1 High School was known for its academic results. Wen Yisheng was not only an excellent student but also handsome, and in less than two days, he became the talk of the entire grade. Many girls came to the classroom door hoping to catch a glimpse of him.

Sitting beside Wen Yisheng made Gu Ximu the easiest way for the girls to get to know him.

Before the first three days of school were up, she had received a pile of letters and gifts on his behalf.

When she could no longer fit anything in her locker, Gu Ximu had no choice but to return it all to Wen Yisheng.

That afternoon, Wen Yisheng ran up to the second floor from the basketball court in a blue-and-white tracksuit.

He looked up at her for the first time, his tone cool. “I didn't expect you to be so helpful, Gu, but I don't need this.”

The gifts ended up back in Gu Ximu's hands. She could only watch Wen Yisheng walk away, silently swearing that she would never help him again.

She never expected that during an earthquake, she would be pinned beneath a piano while trying to save a kitten.

When Wen Yisheng heard what happened, he rushed to the music room on the third floor and risked his life to rescue Gu Ximu.

With her hands and feet injured, she couldn't hold back her tears. Her voice was weak. “Am I going to be disa...”

Before she could finish, Wen Yisheng said with conviction, “Ximu, I'll take care of you. You still have to graduate with me.”

*

Gu Ximu and Wen Yisheng reunited seven years later.

After graduating from college, Gu Ximu returned to Fengcheng to start her career.

She never imagined she would run into Wen Yisheng while looking for a place to rent.

They had not been in touch for years. Not only had he become her landlord, but now they had to live under the same roof.

Wen Yisheng was even colder than he had been in school, his tone distant and indifferent. “It's only temporary. I'll move out once the villa is renovated.”

Gu Ximu nodded. It wasn't as if they would have anything to do with each other afterward. She never expected Wen Yisheng would end up not wanting to move out.

When a younger schoolmate passionately pursued Gu Ximu, Wen Yisheng took the initiative to put an arm around her shoulders the moment he opened the front door.

She had no time to react before the man's deep voice sounded in her ear.

Facing the younger man, he staked his claim. “Thanks for bringing my girlfriend home. I'll give you an invitation to the wedding next time.”

After the younger man turned and left, Wen Yisheng immediately shut the door.

Before she knew it, Gu Ximu was pinned against the wall. She tipped her head up slightly. “Who is your girlfriend? You'd better move out.”

He braced one hand against the wall and lifted Gu Ximu's chin with the other, his deep eyes reflecting her image. “Isn't it obvious that I'm pursuing you? Hmm?”

Before she could answer, a scorching kiss landed on her soft lips, burning away every bit of her reason.

Who was it who said that aloof top students didn't know how to love?

He was way too good at kissing!

A little reading guide:

A slow-burn, everyday sweet romance, with plenty of romantic tension once they live together as adults.

One-on-one / both leads have only been with each other / happy ending / each other's first love / sweet romance

Completed works: Tempting You Into My Arms [Entertainment Industry] / Only You Captivate Me / Rose of the Galaxy / Reckless Heartbeat

Theme: Women should be independent and strong to be loved