I Know It Isn't Love

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"I get defensive and insecure
My own worst critic
Behind a closing door
I'm fragile
And fractured, that's for sure
I burned myself down to the ground
Oh, can I ask of you

To treat me soft and tender
Love me hard and true
Keep my heart from building walls
So high, you can't get through
Treat me soft and tender
Ooh, can you love me like
Can you love me like
Can you love me like that?"

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A/N POV [Flashback Continuation]

Wang Fei's heart raced as he and Shi Ying gege stepped into the cozy cafe. The soft hum of conversation and the aroma of freshly brewed coffee enveloped them. This outing felt like their first date, and Wang Fei had put extra effort into his outfit – a stylish pullover, white jeans, and sneakers.

 This outing felt like their first date, and Wang Fei had put extra effort into his outfit – a stylish pullover, white jeans, and sneakers

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Meanwhile, Shi Ying gege exuded a casual charm in a hoodie and jacket.

As they settled into a corner booth, the ambiance seemed to amplify their connection

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As they settled into a corner booth, the ambiance seemed to amplify their connection.

"Nice choice for a date spot," Shi Ying said with a warm smile.

"Yeah, I thought it'd be a good place for us to chat," Wang Fei replied, a hint of nervousness in his voice.

The waiter approached to take their order.

"I'll go for the cheesecake," Shi Ying decided.

"Same here," Wang Fei agreed, feeling a shared decision taking shape.

Their laughter echoed in the cozy space, the atmosphere holding the promise of more chapters to come.

Wang Fei stole glances at Shi Ying, his heart racing with every exchanged word.

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