Arrogant Man VS Unyielding Woman

Kim Village was a small and old town with few people. The scenery was pretty, however. Looking at the beautiful view outside the car window, Jean's mood started getting better.

'The view is really gorgeous. It's almost like the kind of town one sees on postcards. Perhaps this was one of reasons why Sonny asked me to take pictures of this small town.' Jean sighed as she took in the tall trees, the vast landscapes, and the rolling hills. Since scenic areas are usually ruined by human activities, Jean was secretly glad that small towns like Kim Village still existed. It made for an excellent spot for photography.

Jean wanted to explore the nearby area with her camera. Zed pulled over on the side of the road. Once the car had stopped and Zed had turned the engine off, Jean bit her lip and looked out the window.

She didn't have a penny in her pockets and her cell phone was out of power, which put her in a very awkward situation. Her only option was to ask Zed to lend her some money. But, she didn't know how to start the conversation. Finally, only one sound came out, "Hmm......" Zed raised an eyebrow and watched Jean purse her lips and fidget. A while passed and she still hadn't been able to figure out how to approach the topic. She kept thinking, 'Zed helped me yesterday. Today as well I have to ask him for help. It is really not good manners to do so.

Why is it so hard for me to ask him? But I must ask, for what other choice do I have?'

"What's the matter?" Zed asked before Jean could say anything. He could tell from her expression that she wanted to say something.

Jean blinked her eyes rapidly and said, "May I ask you for a favor? Will you lend me some money? I will pay you back as soon as I return home."

Zed's lips curved into a smile as he teased, "What if I refuse?"

Jean was dazed for a second. Then she stared at him with all her might. Her face looked sullen.

'What? No! Zed Qi, is this your way of getting revenge? How could you refuse me at a time like this?'

Jean was too proud to ask a second time. So she frowned and said unhappily, "Take care on your way home." Without glancing at Zed, she opened the door in preparation to leave.

"Do you really want me to go?" Zed asked calmly. But his voice lacked its usual energy. Jean frowned when she realized that his voice was faint. 'He drove me all the way to Kim Village. Perhaps the exhaustion is catching up?' Jean thought.

him. She had reason to be grateful albeit he had refused to loan her money. Jean was shocked to see that Zed's face was pale. 'He must be ill.' This was Jean's first thought. Instinctively, she reached out and placed her hand on his forehead. Her

was, Zed was certainly not

upset with him and scolded, "Why didn't you tell me? You have a high fever. We should have

doctor first? Was it because of me? He thought about driving me here first. Zed Qi, I have to admit that you are overbearing and insensitive sometimes. But then there are

be okay soon." Zed

how will we find a doctor?" Just as Jean finished admonishing Zed, she cursed herself for forgetting to carry medicines with her in case of such emergencies. Jean waved her hands in frustration as she continued, "You should have told me when we were in Tube Village. If I had known that you were not

shot Jean a sideways glance. She looked genuinely anxious

with me? I'm telling the truth!" Jean was upset, "You are a grown-up, not a kid. You have to learn how to take care of yourself. When you know you are not feeling well, the first thing

and she had to stop

you can

was to start the car. They drove along the streets of Kim Village in

me yesterday. If he had not showed up, I would probably have had nowhere to sleep.' Jean thought as she looked at Zed. Her heart ached when she saw that he was suffering.

hotel looks nice." Jean pointed to

pretended to be calm but her stomach was turning with the anxiety she felt. She looked at the passing buildings hoping to spot a pharmacy.

and she felt responsible. It would be convenient for her to care for Zed if they shared one room. Then, she supported Zed as they

It was more comfortable than the room they had stayed at the night before. By the time

his feet, and

taking care of sick people. She didn't know what she could do to make him feel better. She was really bummed. There was no

alternative. I will find a pharmacy

put a warm, wet towel on his forehead to ease his fever. After she had settled Zed, Jean took some cash

the stairs and asked the hotel owner where she could find the nearest pharmacy. The owner gave