In the luxurious private room of Tianquan Pavilion, a high-end restaurant in the sky, a young man and a young woman sat at a long dining table.
Several candles flickered on the table, and rose petals were scattered across the carpet, creating an exceptionally romantic atmosphere.
"Shuran, try this piece of beef. I had the restaurant air-ship it all the way from M9 Wagyu. It's quite delicious."
"And the caviar, also just air-shipped today. All the ingredients are extremely fresh."
The man and woman in the private room were none other than Liu Qianze and Qin Shuran.
Qin Shuran nodded politely and took a symbolic bite.
Liu Qianze frowned slightly, a flicker of displeasure crossing his eyes. He asked, "Shuran, are these dishes not to your liking? What would you like to eat? I'll have them prepare something else."
Qin Shuran shook her head. "No need, these are all quite good. I'm just not very hungry."
Liu Qianze picked up his wine glass. "Since that's the case, let's try this bottle of wine. This 2006 Libourne was sent to me by a friend, specifically for us to taste together today."
"I'm sorry, I don't want to drink," Qin Shuran refused.
Liu Qianze's expression showed a hint of dissatisfaction. "Shuran, no matter what, our families are old acquaintances. We've known each other for so many years. Are you unwilling to even share a glass of wine with me?"
Qin Shuran was silent for a moment, but eventually picked up the wine glass in front of her.
Seeing Qin Shuran pick up the wine, Liu Qianze's lips curved upwards, a sly smile flashing in his eyes.
Qin Shuran clinked glasses with Liu Qianze and took a sip. She then asked him, "What happened with the annulment you mentioned last time? I asked my family, and it seems your father hasn't brought it up."
Liu Qianze explained with some difficulty, "Shuran, you know, this isn't something I can decide alone. I still need time to communicate with my family."
Qin Shuran's delicate eyebrows furrowed. "What if the family disagrees?"
Instead of answering Qin Shuran's question, Liu Qianze asked, "Shuran, is there really no possibility between us? Although it's the 21st century and there are no more arranged marriages, you should know that only by being together can our two families develop better."
"Development is their business, it has nothing to do with me," Qin Shuran replied coldly.
"Shuran, I'm a doctoral graduate from the world's top medical university. In terms of background and status, I'm nothing compared to that Chen Fan. Why would you choose that kid and reject me? I don't understand, what do you like about him?" Liu Qianze was also somewhat angry, his tone deepening.
"Because he doesn't judge people with prejudice, he doesn't consider himself superior, and he doesn't abandon patients. More importantly, he understands the meaning of medical ethics."
Liu Qianze chuckled mockingly. "Heh, Shuran, don't be ridiculous. What you're saying are all trivial things. Moreover, even a hundred of him can't compare to one of me. In my eyes, he's just scum, a nobody I can crush under my foot at any time!"
"Madman!" Qin Shuran cursed and was about to stand up and leave.
However, Liu Qianze grabbed her arm.
"Liu Qianze, what do you mean by this? Let go! I want to go back," Qin Shuran demanded coldly.
"Heh, go back? Qin Shuran, I've waited for you for thirteen years, loved you for thirteen years, and you want me to break off the engagement? Do you think that's possible? Also, you're not going back today. You can only be mine for the rest of your life!" Liu Qianze's expression had turned ferocious.
"Let go! Let go of me!" Qin Shuran tried to break free, but she suddenly found that her body was weak and she felt dizzy.
Liu Qianze's lips curved into a smile. "Shuran, do you feel like sleeping? Don't bother resisting. You can't escape. If you want to sleep, just sleep. Don't worry, I won't hurt you."
"You, you drugged my wine?" Qin Shuran was intelligent enough to understand Liu Qianze's intentions.
Liu Qianze smiled without answering, released Qin Shuran's arm, picked up the red wine, and walked towards Qin Shuran.
He knew that Qin Shuran wouldn't have the strength to stand up.
Qin Shuran's pretty face showed terror and anger. She shouted with all her might, "Liu Qianze, you beast, shameless, vulgar! Don't come near me, don't come near! Help, help!"
Liu Qianze took a sip of red wine. "Don't worry, even if you scream until your throat is raw, no one will hear you. I've already sent all the waiters away and told them not to disturb us."
Qin Shuran cursed in despair, "You're shameless!"
Liu Qianze smiled playfully, unconcerned, and took another sip of the red wine. "Shuran, do you know the story of this bottle of Libourne?"
"The reason it became the most expensive dry red in Bordeaux is because it connected Bordeaux with excellence."
"Our two families are like two wineries in Bordeaux. Only by uniting can we become the most expensive red wine, just like Libourne. Therefore, whether it's for the family or for my personal desires, you, Qin Shuran, must become my woman."
"You're a lunatic," Qin Shuran said, tears streaming down her face.
She felt as if she was about to collapse onto the table, and was only holding on by sheer will.
"Heh, Shuran, I don't care if you've slept with other men. Don't worry, after we get married, I'll take good care of you. As for that Chen Fan, I'll make him understand what happens when he sleeps with my woman."
"You're dreaming. If you dare to touch me, I'll make you regret it!" Qin Shuran's eyes were filled with determination.
Liu Qianze put down his red wine, moved behind Qin Shuran, and whispered in her ear, "Shuran, you want me to regret it? Soon, you'll be begging me to keep you by my side, as my woman."
Qin Shuran was in despair, her face covered in tears. She deeply regretted agreeing to have dinner with Liu Qianze.
She also regretted not listening to Chen Fan's advice back then, when he had suspected Liu Qianze of having ulterior motives.
She wished desperately for a heroic figure to suddenly appear before her, but she knew it was a futile hope. With Liu Qianze possessing the Supreme Black Card, no one could enter this private room.
"Shuran, if you want to sleep, then sleep," Liu Qianze said softly again.
Qin Shuran could no longer hold on. Her vision became blurry, and her body slumped towards the dining table.
"Bang!" Just then, the tightly shut door was kicked open.
"Shuran!" A familiar voice reached Qin Shuran's ears.
Looking at the familiar figure at the doorway, a tear rolled down Qin Shuran's cheek. She didn't know if it was real or her imagination, but she knew this was what she craved the most at this moment.
A moment later, Qin Shuran closed her eyes, temporarily losing consciousness.