87: Didn't you say you can accept any request? Then be my girlfriend!

The coffee shop door was gently pushed open, and the wind chimes hanging on the door chimed a series of crisp, pleasant sounds, as if playing an overture to the morning's hustle and bustle.

It was morning, and the sunlight, like golden threads, streamed through the bright glass windows of the coffee shop, scattering warm and soft patches of light on the mahogany tables and chairs.

Many white-collar workers, dressed in neat business attire, hurried into the coffee shop; they skillfully ordered a latte, then opened their laptops and began their day's work.

Bai Jie sat opposite Jiang Feng, her body trembling slightly, her face filled with pain and helplessness, like a flower ravaged by a storm.

Her lips were pale, and there were still un-dried tear stains on her face, a sight that made people feel pity.

She bit her lip tightly, as if to swallow all her grievances, not allowing herself to cry out.

Bai Jie took a deep breath, trying to calm herself, but her voice still trembled slightly:

"Liu Chuanzhi would take out his anger on me when he was upset outside... Once, he somehow angered their boss outside and was severely reprimanded in front of everyone. He was like a ghost, having lost face, with nowhere to vent his anger.

When he came home at night, completely drunk and stumbling, he saw me and treated me like an enemy, punching and kicking me, leaving me covered in injuries. I lay in the Hospital for several days before I could get out of bed... Those days were a nightmare; my body hurt terribly, and I felt like a lifeless doll."

As she spoke, Bai Jie extended her fair arm, revealing a shocking scar that made one's heart ache.

Jiang Feng sat there quietly, saying nothing; at this moment, he was a qualified listener.

He gently held Bai Jie's hand, trying to give her some warmth and strength.

Bai Jie felt the warmth of Jiang Feng's hand, and her body stiffened slightly, as if she had been electrocuted, a tingling sensation. She trembled but did not pull her hand away.

She felt a mix of panic and gratitude; in this cold world, there was still someone willing to give her warmth.

[Ding! Bai Jie's favorability towards the host +2, currently 82 points. Host, keep up the good work!]

Bai Jie gently stroked the scar, and tears once again uncontrollably streamed from her eyes, sliding down her cheeks and dripping onto Jiang Feng's hand, cool to the touch.

She choked out:

"So I found a job at a gym, just to spend as little time as possible in that home... I live in fear every day, not knowing when he'll go crazy and hit me again."

She remembered her days at home; every minute and every second was torture.

"And another time... I just chatted with the male stall owner while buying groceries. When Liu Chuanzhi saw it, he suspected I was having an affair with another man. He didn't listen to my explanation, immediately ordered people to smash the stall, and then picked up a stool and threw it at me. Two of my ribs were broken, and I stayed in the Hospital for half a month before being discharged!"

"From then on, I completely gave up hope... But I didn't dare to divorce. I was afraid he would retaliate against me, and I was also afraid my parents wouldn't let me go."

"I know that even if I divorce and go back to that home, I won't have a good life. My parents will definitely force me to remarry and continue to earn money for them..."

As she spoke, Bai Jie curled up in Jiang Feng's arms like an injured kitten.

She hugged her knees, buried her head in them, her body trembling uncontrollably, her voice choked with sobs, full of helplessness and despair.

Jiang Feng gently embraced Bai Jie, letting her lean against him. He softly said:

"Sister Bai Jie, don't be afraid. I will protect you from now on and won't let you suffer such grievances again."

Although at first, he was only attracted to her looks and wanted to get revenge on Liu Chuanzhi, which was why he approached Bai Jie.

But seeing this poor woman, he couldn't bear to abandon her like a worn-out shoe, after all, human hearts are made of flesh.

He considered himself a pure love warrior, not some cuckolder...

He pursued older women, first, to rescue them from distress, and second, to test if their love was true.

It was truly well-intentioned...

After a while, Bai Jie's emotions stabilized somewhat.

She raised her head, looked at Jiang Feng, a hint of guilt on her face, and said softly:

"Xiao Feng... Even though I despise Liu Chuanzhi for hitting you today, legally, I am his wife, so I will compensate you!"

As she spoke, she bit her lip:

"I, I've worked at the gym for so long and saved up some money. I want to compensate you. You can ask for as much money as you want, as long as I can afford it..."

Jiang Feng paused slightly, then gently shook his head, feeling a bit helpless: Why does this woman always take responsibility upon herself?

"Sister Bai Jie, don't say that. This isn't your fault, and I don't need your money. Money means nothing to me."

Bai Jie was slightly stunned when she heard this, a hint of panic appearing on her face. She quickly said:

"Xiao Feng, then tell me what you need, no matter what it is, I will definitely compensate you..."

She was a little anxious, thinking she absolutely had to do something for Jiang Feng, otherwise, she would feel truly uneasy.

Anything!

Jiang Feng looked at Bai Jie's flustered expression, the corners of his mouth curving into a mischievous smile:

"Sister Bai Jie, didn't you say any request is fine? Then be my girlfriend!"

Bai Jie's body stiffened abruptly when she heard Jiang Feng's words, her face instantly turning crimson to her ears, like a ripe apple.

Is, is this a confession?!

She nervously lowered her head, not daring to look into Jiang Feng's eyes, her hands constantly twisting the hem of her clothes, stammering:

"This... this won't do..."

[Ding! Bai Jie's favorability towards the host +3, currently 85 points. Host, keep up the good work!]

"Why not?"

Jiang Feng silently listened to the system's prompt. Ah, sure enough, women are creatures who say no but mean yes.

"Because, because I... I'm not worthy of you."

She was both surprised and delighted; surprised that she hadn't expected Jiang Feng to make such a request, and delighted that she actually had a good impression of Jiang Feng herself.

But she also felt that she was a divorced woman covered in scars and simply not worthy of Jiang Feng...

Bai Jie's sense of unworthiness is very strong. Once such a woman is conquered, she will be absolutely devoted, even without the system.

Thinking of this, Jiang Feng became even more interested.

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