Chapter 27 (Minor Revision) Invitation to Share a Bed

You Yue has always been on the winning side in the world of fame and fortune; no one has ever been able to go toe-to-toe with him.

He remained silent for a moment.

Saying you mind is petty; it's just dancing, a very common form of social interaction.

But to say he doesn't mind is something he can't completely say for sure right now.

Just two days ago, they were intimately close in bed, their bodies intertwined, each carrying the other's scent. You Yue's unspeakable possessiveness towards Cheng Hexi was at its peak; he vehemently disliked any other man being too close to her.

You Yue is born with a strong desire for control and possession, which is evident in his business style.

Instead of answering the question directly, he started to mince words, asking, "Would my mind or not affect your decision?"

Cheng Hexi lowered her eyes, her shimmering gaze sweeping across the camera lens.

Needless to say, both of them knew the answer to the question was "no".

Nothing could sway Cheng Hexi's decision.

No one could sway her decision.

Cheng Hexi lifted her skirt and stood by the window, gazing out the window, no longer looking at You Yue, but speaking to him: "Louis just said that my wedding ring is very beautiful."

After she finished speaking, she waved her left hand in front of the camera.

You Yue then noticed that she had been holding the cup with her left hand.

"Thank you for acknowledging my good taste." He chuckled again as soon as he finished speaking: "Why are you holding the glass with your left hand? Did someone try to chat you up at the banquet?"

It's obvious that it won't be absent.

Cheng Hexi hummed in agreement, but was too lazy to say more: "I guess so."

The camera was shooting from a low angle, allowing him to see Cheng Hexi's clear collarbone and beautiful jawline. Her superior features could withstand any camera angle, and her earrings swayed slightly with her movements.

You Yue's gaze followed her the whole time.

A night breeze swept by, ruffling the hair by her ears.

Cheng Hexi was more awake than before and realized how much she resembled a high school student sneaking out of the house for a date when she ran to the window to video call him at the banquet. It had been a while since Louis had come to find her, so she lifted her skirt, preparing to end the video call and go downstairs.

You Yue called her over at the right moment and asked her when she would return to the capital.

Cheng Hexi said the flight is expected to take off the day after tomorrow afternoon and land in the evening.

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The summer heat was intense, and the temperature in Beijing suddenly rose, making it hot and dry. The bright sunlight danced on the buildings, and the trees lining the roads still stood tall, but they were not as majestic as they had been a few days before.

An entrepreneur from Shanghai came to Beijing on a business trip and arranged to have dinner with You Yueying at a business-oriented club.

After the meal, the entrepreneur and his assistant left first.

In this season of long days and short nights, it is still bright at seven o'clock, with a few idle clouds drifting in the sky, gradually being painted with golden edges by the setting sun.

Ying Zeqing was texting on her phone, while You Yue waited lazily with her hands in her pockets.

He was at Ying Zeqing's company this afternoon discussing business. His driver took him there, and he didn't keep anyone waiting, so he ended up taking Ying Zeqing's car to the dinner party that evening.

Mr. Ying chatted with the people on the other end for more than a minute before he said he had something urgent to attend to, while also replying to messages.

You Yue curled the corner of his lips and asked, "Do you still remember me here?"

They had never had any brotherly affection for each other since childhood, so it's not surprising that this happened.

If Ying Zeqing hadn't said he would go back to the company after the dinner and would give him a ride, You Yue wouldn't have been so foolish as to hitch a ride with him.

He has his own driver.

However, Ying Zeqing was different from You Yue. He always did things in a disciplined manner and was in a high position, so basically nothing could disrupt his plans.

Who can make General Manager Ying give in?

The answer is obvious.

"What's wrong with Yu'an?" You Yue asked.

Ying Zeqing said calmly, "They said there was a rear-end collision on the Third Ring Road and asked if I had time to go there."

This means the person is unharmed, but You Yue, being the older cousin, still asked with concern, "Are you injured?"

"She's fine."

You Yue hummed in agreement and stood quietly by the fishpond.

Chi Yu'an was oblivious and unaware, but responded with clarity... and probably found joy in it.

Having been an observer for so many years, You Yue had rarely considered their relationship before. He had never been so deeply attached to it, and many of his emotions were incomprehensible to him.

Looking at Ying Zeqing, he suddenly asked, "Insurance can be used, lawyers can be hired, but Yu'an has to call you first. Isn't she too dependent on you?"

"Haven't she always been like this?" Ying Zeqing turned the car keys, not paying much attention to You Yue's question.

You Yue thought to herself, "This is all the result of your indulgence."

"And what happened after she got a boyfriend?"

Ying Zeqing seemed to have thought about this question a thousand times in his mind, but his emotions remained unmoved.

Why think so much?

He was surprised by You Yue's behavior and pointed out incisively: "You never asked me these things before, but now you're suddenly asking me this. What, are you having relationship problems?"

You Yue twitched the corner of his lips but said nothing.

If it were Jingyao, he would have been so shocked by You Yue's reaction that he doubted his own eyes. But Jingyao was oblivious, while Ying Zeqing saw through the deception.

Although You Yue was well-mannered and considerate, he never did anything useless. But taking snacks from that private restaurant went beyond the scope of gentlemanly conduct and doing a favor.

He smiled knowingly, didn't ask any more questions, and said, "It's very close to Xilin here, and it's just past the end of the workday. Would you be willing to give me a ride?"

You Yue waved his hand, telling him to leave quickly.

At this hour, Cheng Hexi is still on the plane. What is she going to do?

-

The clubhouse is surrounded by lush trees with abundant foliage that block out the sun.

As Cheng Hexi and her business partner walked out the door, before they even crossed the fishpond, they saw a familiar profile.

The man has broad shoulders, long legs, a perfect profile, and an outstanding demeanor. The shirt hem is cinched at the waist, giving the simple black shirt a touch of dashing style.

He didn't look at his phone or look around; he just stood there quietly with his eyes closed.

Cheng Hexi thought of the shirt she bought for him in Paris, and mentally compared it to his excellent looks and figure, feeling that it suited him perfectly.

The boss next to her was over fifty years old, but walking beside her, he couldn't put on any airs of a senior.

He followed Cheng Hexi's gaze and immediately spotted You Yue.

The news of their marriage had been making headlines in their social circle for quite some time. After pondering for a moment, he asked with a smile, "Is Mr. You coming to pick us up?"

What to accept when discussing business?

Cheng Hexi politely raised the corner of her lips: "President You is also here to discuss business, it was just a chance encounter."

They walked toward the door, but You Yue didn't even turn his head, completely unconcerned.

At the appropriate time, Ying Zeqing drove past the door, rolled down the window, and asked him to get in the car.

"I'll take you there first."

"I don't need you." You Yue raised his chin, waved his phone, and said he was waiting for the driver.

Cheng Hexi called his name from behind.

You Yue paused for a few seconds, then turned around.

His deep gaze fell upon her.

Ying Zeqing obviously saw her too. They nodded to each other, and Ying Zeqing regained his conscience from "abandoning" his friend. He stepped on the gas and left the club.

The man walked up to her.

Cheng Hexi smelled the familiar scent of cologne.

Mr. Li, who was standing next to him, reached out his hand to greet You Yue.

Mr. Li is a influential figure in the business world. You Yue had no idea what business they were discussing, but he wasn't curious. He simply shook hands with him and exchanged a few casual pleasantries.

Tang Ying accompanied Cheng Hexi on a business trip to Paris. They landed at noon and were allowed to rest for the rest of the time.

Tonight, Cheng Hexi is having dinner at the club with the general manager of the investment department, his assistant, and another of Cheng Hexi's assistants.

She reviewed the contract and offers on the plane. After landing, she went home, took a nap, and then drove herself to the club.

They were both acting normally, showing no extra emotions towards each other, yet their natural intimacy was like a magnetic field that made outsiders aware of it.

Mr. Li decided not to bother him any further and offered to leave first.

The others also greeted the boss's partner and left.

In the end, only the two of them remained.

Only then was You Yue able to get a good look at her.

They hadn't seen each other for four days. Cheng Hexi wasn't the woman in the New York bar wearing a beautiful slit dress, nor was she just woken up in a bathrobe. Instead, she appeared capable and efficient.

She wore a high-quality grey haute couture suit and her favorite long earrings, long Tiffany knots.

These earrings were a gift from Xu Zhumeng, who said they perfectly suited her temperament, as if they were written on Cheng Hexi's name.

"What a coincidence." Cheng Hexi smiled.

"It's quite a coincidence." He raised an eyebrow. "I thought you wouldn't be landing until tonight?"

Cheng Hexi remembered that she had indeed said that, but then she had a dinner engagement and came back early without telling him.

Is You Yue saying this because he cares about when she will return?

He recalled that the last time they met unexpectedly at that private restaurant in the courtyard, they had also bumped into each other in the same way.

They clearly live together.

Chi Yu'an would think of asking Ying Zeqing even if he just hitched a ride with someone. Ying Zeqing was almost always available whenever he called. Their relationship grew more and more like a romance each year.

Even if Cheng Hexi is in Xilin, he won't call her to come pick her up.

She returned to Beijing ahead of schedule, without his knowledge.

Summer nights inevitably bring mosquitoes and cicadas' hoarse chirping. You Yue snapped out of his thoughts and, before she could say anything, said, "It's just us now. I don't have a car." He asked, "Is your driver here?"

Cheng Hexi picked up the Bentley's car keys and shook them: "Since the driver isn't here, I can reluctantly be your driver for once."

He chuckled softly upon hearing this.

That's what he said, but when he got to her car, You Yue asked her, "Shall I drive?"

Cheng Hexi turned her head to look at the man beside her.

His long, slender fingers opened the passenger door, his other hand resting on the roof, and he raised the corner of his lips slightly: "Haven't you started to trust me already?"

Cheng Hexi smiled, tossed him the car keys, and got into the car without any ceremony.

“Yes,” she said, looking much more lethargic than before, “for safety’s sake, you should drive.”

Having flown three international long-haul routes in just a few days, coupled with the chaotic time difference, even the strongest person would get tired.

You Yue closed the car door and got into the driver's seat.

While fastening his seatbelt, he was still thinking that Cheng Hexi hadn't actually tried to be tough in front of him.

-

This Bentley was Cheng Hexi's most frequently driven car. She had never sat in the passenger seat of this car before, and for a moment she found it quite novel.

Cheng Hexi was very tired today, but in a good mood.

Her career is her greatest source of satisfaction and endorphins; she feels extremely happy when business deals go smoothly.

The club wasn't far from their home. With the car window half-lowered, Cheng Hexi looked at the familiar scenery outside and felt a sense of nostalgia.

Unforgettable experiences dilute the intensity of time, stretching it out like a rubber band.

She spent less than a week abroad, but it felt like a long time.

It was during a traffic jam on the Second Ring Road. While waiting for the red light, You Yue glanced at her and saw the safety buckle still hanging inside the car.

He asked, "You mentioned wanting a car air freshener last time, did Aunt Yao get it for you?"

Cheng Hexi said "Oh" and went to pull the drawer in front of her.

“I gave it to you, but I always forget when I get on the bus.”

There weren't many things in the drawer, so she quickly pulled out a white cardboard box and placed it on her lap.

That's why You Yue spotted the red notebook she had placed there at a glance.

Their marriage certificate.

Cheng Hexi noticed his gaze, but said nothing, closed the drawer, and began unpacking.

A faint aroma of camellias wafted through the carriage.

She praised the smell last time, and she still thinks so now.

"Did you choose this?"

It perfectly matches You Yue's temperament.

But even though he's the kind of young master who pays great attention to the quality of life, he might not have the patience to choose a car air freshener. Cheng Hexi was curious, so she asked.

"Liang Xiao's endorsement."

Luxury fragrance.

Although it's unclear why Cheng Hexi asked such a question, it's certain that he didn't choose it himself.

Cheng Hexi smiled upon hearing this: "So dedicated."

You Yue didn't want to talk about Liang Xiao with her, so he didn't continue the conversation.

She gently pressed the accelerator to start the car, and with a gentle evening breeze, she closed her eyes and pretended to sleep.

Not long after, smelling the fragrance of camellias, she suddenly opened her eyes and turned her head, just as You Yue was looking at her.

Their eyes met, but the man's expression remained unchanged.

"Are you sleepy?" he asked softly as he drove.

Cheng Hexi blinked slowly and said, "I'm mainly tired... Actually, I already took a nap this afternoon."

You Yue nodded and said nothing more.

"I thought you had something to say?" Cheng Hexi pointed out.

“Yes,” You Yue turned the steering wheel and the car slid onto the side road: “I wanted to ask you if you wanted to move into the master bedroom tonight, but you’ve worked too hard and should go back and rest early, so I decided to ask you tomorrow.”

This person delivered a direct question in such a natural tone that it left Cheng Hexi somewhat bewildered.

But he seemed oblivious, raising an eyebrow and asking, "You were looking at me just now, do you also have something to say?"

Cheng Hexi pursed her lips.

For a moment, I forgot what I was going to say.

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Author's Note: A went up.