Yan Ning seemed quite satisfied with the act of stamping the document.

She even unconsciously gave his lips a light kiss before letting go.

She let out a satisfied murmur.

Like a cat that has successfully stolen some fish, she nestled softly back into his arms.

She rubbed her cheek against his chest.

His drunken eyes closed completely.

It was as if that earth-shattering kiss just now was merely a random dream of hers.

Xie Huaiye stood frozen in place, as if petrified.

The lingering sensation on my lips was hot and vivid.

The soft, warm body in his arms was completely unsuspecting.

He looked down at the peaceful sleeping face of the person in his arms.

His eyes were filled with an extremely complex expression.

The shock had not subsided, and my mind was in turmoil.

But that intense throbbing grew wildly, like vines.

It gripped every nerve in his body.

The air was as thick as honey, and only their heartbeats roared wildly in the silence.

"Miss Yan Ning! Mr. Xie! Where are you?"

At that moment, a clear and anxious shout rang out.

The suddenness shattered the ambiguity and excitement in the garden.

A maid carrying a lantern came frantically from the moon gate.

Xie Huaiye suddenly woke up with a start.

As if burned by fire, she instantly released her hands that were wrapped around Yan Ning's waist.

She even subconsciously took a half step back.

The maidservant quickly walked up to the two of them.

A flicker of hesitation crossed her face, but she still spoke respectfully:

"Master has instructed that a hangover soup be prepared for Miss Yan Ning. Please come over and have some."

"A hangover cure?"

Yan Ning tried to open her eyes wide.

Her long eyelashes fluttered, revealing an innocent and confused look. "Is it delicious? Is it sweet? I want to drink it!"

She perked up immediately, like a child hearing about candy.

Xie Huaiye was really worried about her, seeing her swaying unsteadily.

He frowned slightly, and could only helplessly reach out to steady her forearm:

"Okay, I'll go with you."

The maids led them through the bustling banquet hall.

We arrived at a relatively quiet small cubicle.

Several maids were already waiting inside.

They took Yan Ning's hand gently and deftly.

"Miss, please sit here." A maid helped Yan Ning sit down on the cushion.

"Here, apply this to your face, it'll make you feel better."

The other person immediately handed over a soft towel soaked in cool water.

It was gently applied to Yan Ning's slightly feverish forehead.

"The hangover soup is warmed up, Miss, please drink it slowly."

The third maid brought over an exquisite porcelain bowl.

Inside was soup with wisps of steam rising from it.

The cool touch made Yan Ning sigh comfortably.

He obediently opened his mouth and drank the warm soup.

The maids served her so attentively and carefully that she relaxed completely.

Like a cat whose fur has been stroked.

She squinted her eyes contentedly, a satisfied, silly smile on her face.

Xie Huaiye leaned against the door frame, his gaze fixed on her.

I confirmed that she was truly alright.

At this moment, the maid who had initially delivered the message stepped forward again.

She lowered her voice to a whisper: “Mr. Xie, the master requests that you move to a private room, saying that he has important matters to discuss with you.”

Xie Huaiye's heart tightened, and he immediately looked at Yan Ning.

Are you going to leave her here alone?

He was worried...

She seemed to notice his worried gaze.

Yan Ning leaned comfortably against the soft pillows, waving her little hand casually, her speech still a little unclear:

"Oh, go ahead... don't worry about me! I'm... feeling great right now! It's like living the life of a god..."

After saying that, she let out a satisfied burp.

Seeing this, the maid quickly added, "Don't worry, Mr. Xie, the private room is right next door, just a few steps away."

"If you are worried about Miss Yan Ning, you are welcome to come and check on her at any time."

Xie Huaiye's gaze swept back and forth between the drunken Yan Ning and the maid.

Yan Ning was indeed well taken care of, and the private room was indeed very close.

He hesitated for a moment, then finally nodded: "Keep an eye on her."

After saying that, he followed the maid out of the private room.

The maid led him to the door of a more elegant room next door.

She pushed open the carved wooden door and gestured for people to enter.

Xie Huaiye stepped inside.

The door was quickly and silently closed behind him by a maid.

There was even a slight "click" sound of the lock clicking shut.

The faint sound made Xie Huaiye's heart sink.

The room was dimly lit and filled with a faint, unfamiliar fragrance.

An exquisite screen blocked the view.

A blurry human figure was silhouetted against the background, appearing to be rather thin.

Xie Huaiye's eyes sharpened, and he stopped a few steps away from the screen.

His voice was low and wary as he asked, "Master Ye? Is there something important that you need to discuss with me privately?"

The figure behind the screen did not answer immediately.

It's very quiet.

Only the incense wafted faintly in the air.

After a while, the figure moved.

It wasn't the wealthy Master Ye I had imagined.

A slender figure moved with light, graceful steps.

He slowly emerged from behind the screen.

The candlelight illuminated her face.

It was actually Ye Qingling, the eldest daughter of the Ye family!

She wore a light, sheer dress and had a gentle, graceful smile on her face.

Her gaze, however, was fixed on Xie Huaiye's face, carrying a hint of allure.

"Mr. Xie."

Ye Qingling's voice was soft and pleasant, like a clear mountain spring. "There were too many people around at the banquet, and I haven't been able to find an opportunity to have a proper conversation with you, sir."

"I have some regrets, which is why... I have taken the liberty of using my father's name to invite you to come here for a chat."

She nodded slightly, her posture elegant.

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