With an arm across her full bosoms, Hattori Mei’s thighs were tightly clamped shut. Her head was lowered, looking utterly bashful and innocent. Tears beaded within the rim of her eyes, threatening to fall at any time. 

Who in the right mind would have the heart to hurt such a woman? 

Well, unless he was stone cold and cruel. 

Xia Lei stepped forward towards her, sparing a brief glance to his multifunctional wristwatch in the process. He had five more minutes to spare until his planned retreat time. He was now in front of Hattori Mei. Calmly, he questioned her, “Why are you doing this?” 

Hattori Mei threw herself against his chest and sobbed. “I know you won’t believe me but I still have feelings for you. My love for you is stronger than all the women by your side. You bedded me in France but abandoned me soon after. It was then that I started to resent you. Hatred is like a slow-acting virus. Soon enough, my resentment towards you had swallowed me whole. That’s why I tried to pull some outrageous things on you. But please, believe me when I say this. As long as you’re willing to give me a shot at making things right, I’ll really change for the better and become an obedient woman. I’m willing to give you everything I have.” 

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