Chapter 86 Yu Wu & Cheng Yi... Domineering and brooking no refusal. ...

Time flew by like flowing water, and Yu Wu and Cheng Yi entered a passionate and inseparable phase of their relationship.

They go to and from work together every day, and then go to the supermarket to buy groceries after work. On weekends, they walk hand in hand in the park, chatting and discussing future plans. Yu Wu no longer hesitates to say "I love you." Ever since she discovered that Cheng Yi gets shy when she expresses her feelings, she especially enjoys teasing him.

"Xiao Yi, you're so cute like this."

"Little one, do you want to go to sleep?"

"Little One Baby?"

She would tease Cheng Yi until he was embarrassed and angry before she would stop.

...

The weather is getting colder and colder, and in the blink of an eye, it's the 28th day of the Lunar New Year. Yu Wu and Cheng Yi are going home to celebrate the New Year.

After dinner, the living room was dimly lit, with only the television on. Yu Wu answered Ye Hongmian's call, and Cheng Yi put his arm around Yu Wu's slender waist, his eyes occasionally glancing at the corners of her upturned lips.

He didn't know what they were saying, but it made her giggle and laugh, completely ignoring him when he spoke. Cheng Yi felt a pang of jealousy.

After finally waiting for Yu Wu to hang up the phone, Cheng Yi pulled her tightly into his arms, buried his head in her neck, and breathed warm air into her. His voice was low and husky, with a hint of negotiation, "Shall I come to your house on the second day of the Lunar New Year?"

Yu Wu was immediately startled and vaguely refused, "No, there will be a lot of people in my family then."

Cheng Yi gave a cold laugh, separated his body, and sat down on the other end of the sofa in a huff, as if a universe had separated them. His profile was resolute and indifferent.

Yu Wu smiled gently, then snuggled up to him and shook his arm, coaxing him in a low voice, "I've already introduced you to my parents. There will be lots of relatives asking all sorts of questions, and I don't like that."

Cheng Yi glanced at her casually, pulled his hand away, and stared at the TV on his own.

Yuwu wasn't angry. She wagged her tail and snuggled up to him, clinging to his shoulder and kissing the corner of his lips. "Little Yi, you can't do that."

Like coaxing a child.

Cheng Yi kept his eyes straight ahead, his Adam's apple bobbing, his handsome face remaining expressionless and unmoved.

Yu Wu kissed his eyes again, blinked, and gently coaxed him in a soft voice, "Xiao Yi, don't be angry anymore, okay? I like Xiao Yi very much, and I can't live without Xiao Yi."

Yu Wu kept coaxing him, and Cheng Yi's lips slowly curled up, unable to suppress the warmth. A warmth spread from his heart to every part of his body.

It was what he had always longed for: to be confessed to, to be affirmed, to be needed.

He suddenly flipped her over and pinned her down on the sofa, his dark pupils gleaming as if he wanted to bore a hole through her face. Yu Wu's heart pounded wildly, filled with both fear and anticipation. Before she could think any further, the man pried open her lips and began to grope her wantonly, and Yu Wu's body began to tremble uncontrollably with a tingling sensation.

A powerful desire churned within him, and the unvented resentment in Cheng Yi's heart nearly drove him mad. He deliberately held back his desire to bully her, biting, hooking, and pulling fiercely.

Her hands were firmly bound by iron arms, her screams were swallowed back down her throat, her struggles had nowhere to go, she lost consciousness, and could only groan weakly in her throat.

...

The rain gradually subsided, and the faint light shone on her snow-white skin, which was flushed red. Yu Wu breathed softly, her eyelids barely moving. She nuzzled the man's neck beside her, murmuring in her sleep, "If none of this had happened, would you have kept chasing after me back then?"

Her eyelids grew heavy, and still receiving no answer, Yu Wu called out softly again, "Xiao Yi?"

"I don't know." Cheng Yi's voice was terribly hoarse, his thin eyelids drooping, and his eyelashes trembling slightly.

Yu Wu drawled out her words in a coquettish tone, "Do you even know how to do it?"

"I don't know if I'll keep pursuing you," he replied bluntly.

Yu Wu felt a little disappointed, but she knew he was telling the truth. Their breaths touched, and her nostrils were filled with the scent of his cedar. She snuggled closer to him, finding a comfortable position, and gave a soft "hmm" to indicate that she understood.

"But I can assure you, at least I won't enter into any intimate relationships." Cheng Yi spoke slowly, affectionately touching her cheek, and coaxed, "Go to sleep."

Yu Wu chuckled softly, gave a heavy "hmm," and couldn't help but kiss his neck before closing her eyes and falling asleep peacefully.

In the darkness, Yu Wu's breathing was even. Cheng Yi pulled the blanket up to cover her neck and stood silently like a statue in the darkness. After a long while, he finally let out a long sigh.

She didn't know how much he loved her.

Even if she never accepts him, he will always stay with her.

She was just waiting for him to turn around and see her.

*

The Yu family had a strong festive atmosphere this year, with the three of them cleaning, putting up couplets, and cooking New Year's Eve dinner together.

On New Year's Eve, Yu Wu helped Yu Jianting and Ye Hongmian in the kitchen, enjoying a lot of delicious food with a smoky, wok-fried flavor. By the time it was served, she was already too full to eat anymore. After the family finished their meal happily, they moved to the sofa. Yu Wu was very content, sending red envelopes to the company group chat while occasionally checking if Cheng Yi had replied to her messages.

This person seems to be quite busy today.

The Spring Festival Gala programs are coming one after another, and before we know it, it's almost midnight, and the new year is about to begin.

Just as I was about to ask him what he was doing, Cheng Yi called.

Yu Wu answered quickly, her tone cheerful: "So you're finally willing to talk to me?"

As soon as they finished speaking, Yu Jianting and Ye Hongmian paused, their eyes both glancing towards Yu Wu.

Yu Wu coughed twice, grabbed her phone, and jogged to the balcony, demanding, "Why haven't you replied to my messages much today?"

The man chuckled softly, his voice low, magnetic, and slow. "Guess."

"Chengyi!" Yu Wu stamped her foot. "Stop teasing me. Are you home now? What did you eat for dinner? Are there many people at home? Did you miss me today? If not—"

"Get down."

Yu Wu was stunned for a moment, "...What?"

I see you.

Yu Wu's gaze slowly shifted to the front, and when she saw the familiar black Bentley downstairs, she instantly felt happy. Like a joyful little bird, she ran downstairs, opened the car door, and got in.

Upon seeing Cheng Yi's calm expression, deep black eyes, and nonchalant yet noble demeanor, Yu Wu couldn't help but rush forward and throw herself into his arms.

"Why are you here? Do your parents know? It's almost New Year's Eve, and you—"

Before she could finish speaking, he pried open her lips and teeth, gently and tenderly sucking on them.

She tried to pull away, but the surrounding light was dim, her breath hot and moist, and her nostrils were filled with his captivating masculine scent. The person she deeply loved was right in front of her, making it impossible for her to resist. Fireworks and firecrackers began to sound outside the window, quickly overwhelming the sky. Her ears were filled with the muffled thuds of explosions, and Yu Wu's heart pounded fiercely as she clung tightly to the man in front of her.

The distant sound of New Year's bells drifted in, New Year's greetings bombarded the air, and cell phones rang incessantly.

The new year has arrived.

The two separated.

Cheng Yi's breathing was heavy, his throat bobbing with suppressed emotion. His gaze fell on her face, his usually domineering dark eyes filled with tenderness, possessing a different kind of warmth, and his voice was frighteningly hoarse.

He said, "Yuko, Happy New Year."

Fireworks lit up the entire city, dazzling and magnificent, symbolizing family reunions and happiness. Unlike every cold and dull New Year's Eve before, Yuwu was surrounded by family and loved ones, tightly embraced by happiness and warmth.

She slowly smiled and said gently and solemnly, "Happy New Year."

Cheng Yi pulled her into his arms, holding her so tightly he didn't want to let go.

......

When Yuwu got home, her ears and cheeks were burning hot.

She carefully passed through the living room. Ye Hongmian had her back to her, and she didn't know if she was asleep.

Just as she was wondering whether to wake Ye Hongmian to go to her room to sleep, Ye Hongmian's lazy voice came from behind her, "So you've finally decided to come back?"

Yu Wu's eyes stung, and she didn't dare to meet Ye Hongmian's gaze. She mumbled an "Mmm."

Ye Hongmian scrutinized her from head to toe, snorted coldly, shook her head with a tsk-tsk sound, and finally said nothing.

"Is there still the spirit to stay up all night on New Year's Eve?"

Yu Wu nodded vaguely, sidled up to Ye Hongmian, pulled her arm and sat down, explaining guiltily, "We only exchanged a few words."

Ye Hongmian pretended not to see the red marks on her neck, giving her a knowing look, and changed the subject to Yu Wu's cousin's daughter's first birthday party. Yu Wu could listen for a few minutes at first, but later, enveloped in warmth and surrounded by the incessant chatter, her eyelids grew heavy, and she fell asleep completely.

In the last second of his conscious state, he heard Yu Jianting say, "Yu Zi is asleep."

Ye Hongmian: "Take this child to the bedroom to sleep."

*

On the second day of the Lunar New Year, Cheng Yi respected Yu Wu's wishes and did not come to visit. However, to Yu Wu's surprise, just as her family relatives were gathered together, the Cheng family sent a New Year's gift through their butler.

After the butler left politely, Yuwu immediately became the center of attention.

The interrogation of Yu Wu and Ye Hongmian by their extended family was so intense that they couldn't keep up.

Yu Wu hated Cheng Yi to the core.

He didn't come, but what's the difference between sending a gift and someone else coming?

This person is incredibly cunning!

When Yu Wu finally saw Cheng Yi after the New Year, all that subtle resentment vanished instantly. She missed him so much, she longed for his presence so much.

Even though it had only been a few days, it felt like an eternity to her.

Yu Jianting called Cheng Yi to the courtyard to play chess, while Ye Hongmian helped Yu Wu pack her luggage.

"You should stay home more often in the future. You young people should take it easy."

Yu Wu blushed, tugged at Ye Hongmian's arm and said she understood, quickly changing the subject.

When Yu Wu and Ye Hongmian came out of the bedroom and arrived at the courtyard on the first floor, Yu Jianting and Cheng Yi had stopped playing chess and were drinking tea instead. Hearing the noise, Cheng Yi turned his head to look at her, gazing deeply into her eyes, his gaze gentle and tender.

Cheng Yi was particularly adept at disguising himself in front of his elders, appearing refined and humble, completely concealing the aggressive and sinister nature of his appearance. He immediately stood up and poured tea for Ye Hongmian and Yu Wu.

Ye Hongmian began asking Cheng Yi some trivial questions.

Yu Wu secretly glanced at his perfectly sculpted profile. She had barely sat down on the sofa beside him when her fingers were tightly clasped. Cheng Yi didn't even glance at her, his back straight as he continued answering Ye Hongmian's questions.

Yuwu struggled, but he only held her tighter.

A slow smile played on her lips as she lowered her head to sip her tea. Her gaze inadvertently fell on the new buds sprouting from the crape myrtle tree in the courtyard, and the forsythia blossoms with their golden petals bursting forth by the fence. She suddenly realized—

So, spring is coming.

*

The proposal took place in the early morning of a very ordinary day.

The light outside the window was dim, and the misty fog enveloped Cheng Yi's warm breath as his voice was sexy and husky: "Want to watch the sunrise?"

She drew out her refusal, pulling the blanket over herself. Finding a comfortable position, she closed her eyes, feeling heavy with drowsiness. Soon, she began to breathe softly, vaguely sensing someone changing her clothes. Suddenly, the man lifted her into his arms, and Yu Wu finally reacted, letting out a cry before being quickly soothed by him.

"...What are you doing?" Yu Wu muttered, weakly punching his shoulder.

Cheng Yi replied calmly and casually, "Watching the sunrise."

Yu Wu glared at him with dissatisfaction, and after he put her in the passenger seat, she immediately turned around and faced the window, turning her back to him to continue sleeping.

The man behind her seemed to let out a light, pleasant laugh.

She didn't hear clearly, and her mind drifted off to sleep again.

......

Yu Wu was awakened by Cheng Yi.

"Get up." His deep, mellow voice brushed against her ear.

Yu Wu sighed deeply and resignedly climbed out of the car.

The car stopped at the mountaintop. The morning mist hadn't completely dissipated, and the wind, carrying the unique coolness of the mountain stream, crept into our collars. The air we breathed in was infused with the crispness of pine needles and dew. The eastern horizon was already dyed red, with large swaths of orange sunrise layered upon layer on the distant mountain ridgeline. Looking closer, we could see glimpses of intense orange-red peeking through the gaps in the sunrise.

It wasn't just ordinary brightness; it was like a blazing ember, with an intensity that threatened to set the entire sky ablaze.

Yu Wu's hands were tucked into the pockets of her thick coat, her fingertips still warm from the car's heater. Her mind was foggy, still sluggish from waking up early, and she was also stunned by the sight before her. She hunched her shoulders, blinked, then blinked again slowly, watching the orange-red hue spread across the horizon, gradually turning into a fiery red, like a ball of rouge being rolled up, steaming upwards with scalding heat. In the next blink, the sun had completely broken free from the mountains' embrace, and the orange light swept over like a tidal wave, sprinkling onto her hair, falling on the rocks at her feet, and even warming the cool air.

Yu Wu subconsciously turned her head, wanting to share this amazing sight with the person behind her, her voice still slightly hoarse from just waking up: "The sunrise you wanted to see is here—"

Before she could finish speaking, her voice seemed to be gripped tightly, instantly getting stuck in her throat.

A few steps behind her, Cheng Yi knelt on one knee on the frost-covered grass, his posture upright, his nose straight and his thin lips pressed tightly together. In his left hand, he held an antique diamond ring, the large diamond on the band reflecting a dazzling, fragmented light in the morning glow. His usually nonchalant and aloof eyes were now filled with an unyielding, focused tenderness, even the corners of his eyes were tinged with the warmth of the morning light, his gaze fixed firmly on her. It was as if the rosy glow of the sunset on the mountaintop could not compare to the deep affection in his dark, profound eyes.

A gentle breeze blows, lightly brushing aside stray hairs.

He spoke slowly, each word uttered with utmost sincerity and earnestness: "Will you marry me?"

Yu Wu's nose suddenly stung with tears, a complex mix of emotions like a spilled honey pot, sweet yet scalding, instantly filling her eyes with hot tears. She sniffed, deliberately feigning reproach, but her voice trembled uncontrollably: "How can you propose like this?" Tears streamed uncontrollably down her cheeks, landing on the back of her hand. "Where are the flowers? Not even a decent bouquet! And no romantic atmosphere at all! You're so casual... I'm not saying yes!"

Her words carried a hint of rejection, yet her body remained motionless, even her heart trembled. An itch, like insects gnawing at her lungs, lingered; something was about to burst forth from the earth.

Cheng Yi gazed at her reddened eyes, then suddenly chuckled softly, his laughter filled with doting affection. He stood up and stepped forward, taking her slightly cool left hand in his. Before she could object, he carefully slipped the diamond ring onto her ring finger, the size perfect. Then, he lowered his head and placed a gentle kiss on the back of her hand, his lips burning hot, making her heart tremble.

"From now on, you are my fiancée."

In the distance, the red sun hung higher in the sky, the whole sky was a magnificent yet gentle orange-red, and even the mountain breeze was no longer cold, wrapped in the warmth of the sun, brushing against the two people's clasped hands.

Yu Wu looked down at the diamond ring on her finger, which shone even brighter in the morning light. The band was warm against her skin. She opened her mouth, her throat tightening, and finally, a clear, tearful reply escaped her lips.

"I do."

Cheng Yi smiled. His deep pupils were moist and bright, the smile reaching deep into his eyes like gleaming black gems.

......

Yu Wu choked up and couldn't say anything more.

It turns out that fate really has given me a gentle gift. That broken child who used to constantly break down emotionally and could only cry as she walked forward finally has a home of her own.

......

Yu Wu posted a photo of the diamond ring on her WeChat Moments.

My phone kept vibrating, ringing every now and then. The air inside the car was humid and hot, and Yu Wu's body was as soft as water, letting him scoop her up and let her fall back down at will.

It was just a kiss, but things quickly spiraled out of control.

They were both incredibly aroused. Chengyi called her "wife" and forced her to call him "husband." If she refused, she would only fall into an even darker, endless abyss. In the end, she could say anything shameful. Chengyi kept kissing her wet eyes, unconsciously soothing her with low, husky words. He said she was so good, so cute, and kept gently repeating "I love you."

The low voice was like a nightmare, yet also like a beautiful dream lingering in my ears.

When the final moment arrived, Yu Wu's fingernails dug fiercely into Cheng Yi's broad shoulders. Her mind was in a daze, her eyelids drooping, and she was still caught in the intense sensory feedback, unable to come back to her senses for a long time. The huge diamond ring on her finger floated in the hazy light, constantly reflecting light in her vision.

The car interior was cramped and humid, lacking oxygen. Time seemed to stretch out endlessly. Before she could catch her breath, he began a new round, his breathing heavy and domineering, leaving no room for refusal.