Chapter 72

"Good morning, brother. You're back."

Chu Muchao pulled out the chair opposite Chu Wen and sat down, her smile sweet, lovely, and radiant, her bright eyes blinking as she looked at Chu Wen.

Her innocent look practically screamed "I know nothing" to her face.

The more obedient and adorable she appeared, the angrier Chu Wen became.

He merely glanced at it, his voice low and cold as he gave the order.

"Don't get involved in entertainment industry matters, and stay away from people in the entertainment industry."

The aunt first brought out a bowl of fresh shrimp wontons.

Hearing their conversation, the aunt put down her wonton bowl and hurriedly left.

Upon reaching the restaurant entrance, she told the others, "Miss and Young Master Wen are talking. You can go in later."

Chu Muchao picked up a small spoon and scooped up the wontons from the bowl.

Today's wonton wrappers are very thin, and there isn't much meat filling; she likes this texture.

I scooped up a wonton and put it in my mouth. The shrimp meat was bouncy and fresh, quite delicious.

Hmm~

Chu Muchao squinted his eyes in enjoyment, swallowed a wonton, and then scooped up another one and put it to his mouth.

Chu Wen received no response, and his expression grew even more gloomy.

"If you're unwilling, I'll help you sever unnecessary connections."

That sounds like a threat.

Chu Muchao frowned slightly and put down the small spoon.

If she didn't make things clear today, Chu Wen probably wouldn't let her off the hook. So she stopped eating, placed her hands on the table, and stared at Chu Wen.

What were you doing in my room last night?

Chu Wen was clearly taken aback, obviously not expecting her to discover his actions.

"I……"

Chu Muchao chuckled, not intending to listen to Chu Wen's fabricated explanation, and said...

"It's okay, I just wanted you to know that I know you came into my room. The reason doesn't matter."

"unimportant?"

Chu Wen suddenly stood up, his eyes wide with anger.

Did the words "not important" really bother him that much?

Chu Muchao was startled by his sudden movement, and his body trembled involuntarily.

Her reaction was observed by Chu Wen, who had been watching her intently without looking away.

Chu Wen took a deep breath, suppressing his anger and impulse: "I'm sorry, I didn't mean to scare you."

"But, Chaochao, why do you think this isn't important? You should question me about why I went into your room and ask me what I plan to do to you."

Chu Wen's low, hoarse voice carried a hint of coldness.

It seems... if she were to ask the question as Chu Wen suggested, the thin veil that had always been between them would be torn away by Chu Wen himself.

Chu Muchao shook his head.

"I won't ask. I know you won't hurt me. My brother loves me the most."

Chu Wen's dark eyes were as sharp as an eagle's, as if they could see through all information.

He stared at Chu Muchao for a while.

Suddenly, he pulled out a chair and walked towards Chu Muchao.

Chu Muchao sensed danger and instinctively wanted to leave.

But she held back.

Her intuition told her that if she ran now, she would only anger Chu Wen and let him succeed.

She can't leave.

Chu Muchao sat in the chair, blinking innocently.

She seemed to know nothing at all, quietly waiting for Chu Wen to walk up to her.

Then, Chu Wen pinched her chin with two fingers, forcing her to look up at him.

"Chaochao, you're very smart. You know that showing weakness is more effective than provoking me at this time."

Chu Wen pressed his thumb against her lips, massaging and rubbing them.

"You can probably guess why I don't let you get involved in the entertainment industry. It's too complicated. MZ Group already has a wide enough reach. You can find partner companies, but you don't need to personally manage one. Stay away from them, okay?"

Chu Wen's eyes were cold and gloomy.

Looking into her eyes, they were like those of a cold, sinister snake.

Chu Muchao had a flash of inspiration and suddenly understood why such a large group as MZ, which is top-notch in everything in the industry, would leave its acquired high-end clothing brand to its own devices and neglect its entertainment company.

Chu Wen didn't want her to have any contact with him, so he consciously and deliberately let her have her way little by little.

Chu Muchao struggled: "I know you think they are all complicated and are afraid that I will be influenced. Look, I'm doing fine, aren't I? I've also distanced myself from Su Qian. I have no contact with Su Qian and his group at all now."

"If you mind that I'm being used for publicity, I'll be more careful next time and have the company handle it immediately."

Is that okay?

She had tried her best to soften her tone.

In the past, Chu Wen would agree to anything she said in such a soft tone.

It seems it didn't work this time.

"Chaochao, I don't want to say it a third time."

Chu Wen suddenly leaned down and whispered in her ear, "Do you want me to lock you up?"

"Chu Wen?!"

Chu Muchao shoved Chu Wen away abruptly, staring at him in disbelief.

"What are you talking about? Are you crazy?"

Chu Wen was pushed back by her and leaned against the edge of the dining table.

"I rushed back overnight and came into your room. Did you think I just wanted to watch you sleep?"

“I’m thinking, if I lock you up against your wishes, will you be unhappy? But if I don’t lock you up, you won’t listen. You’re all grown up now, and you have your own ideas.”

"Yes, I've grown up, I've become independent, and I have my own mind now. Is that so strange?" Chu Muchao shouted angrily. "Chu Wen, when you left this family and returned everything to me, didn't you ever think that one day I would break free from your control?"

"From the day you decided to leave this family, you should have accepted the fact that one day I would break free from your control!"

Chu Wen's expression suddenly returned to calm, as indifferent as if he were facing a complete stranger.

"You're right."

Chu Wen reached out his hand to her again.

[Hurry up.]

Chu Muchao stood up and quickly took several steps back, distancing himself from Chu Wen.

"It seems you're not planning to let me have breakfast. I'll go back to my room then."

Upon hearing the system's voice, she also made the decision to leave.

But it was clear that Chu Wen had no intention of letting her go.

With a long stride, he firmly blocked her path.

[Miss Mu Mu, his current thoughts are dangerous. Stay away from him, leave quickly!]

The gentle voice turned urgent.

Chu Muchao was also getting a little impatient.

She wanted to leave, but her leg length was limited, and she definitely couldn't outrun Chu Wen in terms of running ability; on the contrary, it would only provoke him more.

She can't run.

Chu Wen crossed his arms and asked in a cold voice, "You haven't been to my house yet, have you?"

Chu Muchao answered honestly, "I've been too busy lately, traveling all over the country. I only got home the day before yesterday, so I haven't had a chance to go yet."

"Hmm. When do you plan to go?"

Chu Muchao raised his eyelids and glanced at it.

After meeting Chu Wen's gaze, she quickly looked away.

"Hahaha."

Chu Muchao chuckled dryly, "Brother, the way you're talking makes it sound like the place where you're going to lock me up is yours, and you're just waiting for me to walk right into your door."

"Um."

Chu Wen responded.

Chu Muchao said softly, "Brother, I haven't had breakfast yet, I'm so hungry."

Chu Wen said indifferently, "Then sit back down and eat."

"..."

Chu Muchao dared not speak again.

She could feel that the gaze above her head had never left her.

Chu Muchao felt a chill run down his spine, but he couldn't think of a solution, so he could only stand there, locked in a stalemate with Chu Wen.

Why isn't the butler, who usually loves to join in the fun, here this time?

Where is Auntie?

Why isn't Auntie coming anymore!

There were also bodyguards... Oh, the bodyguards were hired by Chu Wen, so they were practically Chu Wen's people.

You only realize how little you know when you need it most!

Chu Muchao's mind was racing, trying to think of someone he could shake hands with.

The closest person is Qin Ye, but they haven't been in contact for a long time, and he might not be home right now, so he's not the first choice.

followed by……

Suddenly, a large hand grabbed her wrist and pulled her over.

Chu Muchao snapped back to his senses, his mouth reacting before his brain could process it.

He let out an angry shout.

"Chu Wen! We've kissed and slept together, you're my first man, but get this straight, I'm not your girlfriend until you confess your feelings. You have no right to tell me what to do! If you dare lock me up, I'll make you regret it!"

Chu Muchao realized what she was saying halfway through her sentence.

But the words had already been spoken and couldn't be taken back, so she could only grit her teeth, muster her courage, and finish what she had to say.

Then, taking advantage of Chu Wen's momentary daze, she shook off his hand, walked past him, and ran out of the restaurant.

Thankfully, this is at home.

With a housekeeper and a security camera in the house, even if Chu Wen was unhappy, he wouldn't go too far.

Back in his room, Chu Muchao wiped the sweat from his brow.

Miss Mu Mu, please remember to lock the door when you go to sleep from now on.

Chu Muchao: I probably wouldn't have before, but I definitely will starting today.

Forget about sleeping at night, she has to lock the door right now.

If Chu Wen catches up and enters her room, another fierce battle might ensue.

Chu Muchao pressed the intercom and asked the aunt to bring breakfast to his room.

He then sent messages to Xu Sui and Gu Xinyi in the small group chat.

Chao: Chu Wen was terrifying today! He broke into my room in the middle of the night! He even threatened to lock me up if I interfered in entertainment industry matters!

Sui: ?

Sui: Are we going to start imprisonment play so soon?

Chao: I will let you know I'm safe in the group every day! If I don't let you know I'm safe one day, (crying loudly) you must come and save me!

North Korea: I don't want to be locked up!

Sui: Holy crap?! He really dares to do that?!

Xinbao: Be careful. But I don't think he'll do that. Even if he's very possessive, he still has to consider his current status and position, and what about you and your parents? He must be wary of your aunt and uncle, so don't be afraid.

Sui: Yes. Or we could come and stay with you for a while?

Chao: Ah, no need for that. I'll just stay home for the next two nights. I still have a lot of work to do afterwards.

Sui: Are you trying to lead me on a tangent? You're a bad guy.

Chao: No, I'm really scared...

Chu Muchao sent several 60-second voice messages, recounting what happened last night and this morning.

Sui: Are you really scared? You seem pretty sharp-tongued; he must be furious.

Chao: I just spoke too quickly... it wasn't intentional.

Xinbao: We slept together but weren't boyfriend and girlfriend... Wow, baby, you're a total jerk.

Chao: (awkwardly sweating.jpg)

She's not a jerk, is she?

That's not the truth.

Chu Wen didn't confess his feelings, nor did he formally ask to be boyfriend and girlfriend, let alone pursue her. It seems that they never went through the normal process of being boyfriend and girlfriend.

Besides, she just wanted MZ Group to grow bigger, attract more talented people, and provide them with a bigger and better platform.

She didn't enter the entertainment industry to engage in any underhanded dealings.

Chu Wen's thoughts are filthy.

It's not her problem.

【^-^Miss Mu Mu's way of thinking is excellent. She always looks for the problem in others first, avoiding internal conflict.】

Chu Muchao: Take this as a compliment.