Chapter 24 Receiving Rewards
Aunt Wang had heard her getting up long ago, and only brought out the breakfast that she had been keeping warm for her after she came out of the bathroom.
"Zhenzhen, come and have something to eat," Aunt Wang said with a smile, still having put down her things. "This red date and millet porridge was made for you by Xiao Shen. He removed the pits from each date and kept it warm all morning. Try it."
Bai Zhenzhen got up later than usual today, it was almost 11 o'clock, so Aunt Wang didn't serve her much food, except for a bowl of red date and millet porridge, a purple sweet potato steamed bun, and two corn and shrimp shumai.
The red date and millet porridge in the bowl was cooked until very soft, and the sweet aroma of the red dates had long since infused into the porridge. Bai Zhenzhen was really hungry, and after eating all the breakfast that Aunt Wang had brought her, she finally said, "The taste is barely acceptable."
Aunt Wang was wiping the TV cabinet with a rag when she heard the sound and turned around to look at her. Seeing her proud little face, she knew exactly what she was thinking. She had been coaxed into being happy.
A bowl of porridge couldn't appease Bai Zhenzhen. What made her happy was that her promise to her father was finally making progress. Last night, she and Shen Huai'an didn't use condoms, and she wondered if this time she would get pregnant.
In fact, Bai Zhenzhen was not ready to be a mother, but Bai Chuxiong wanted to see his daughter have a happy marriage and have another child with the Bai family bloodline, so that even if he passed away, his daughter would not be lonely.
Bai Zhenzhen understood her father's good intentions. She went to great lengths to repair her marital relationship with Shen Huai'an, partly to fulfill his wishes and partly because she didn't want to see him give up on treatment. As long as she successfully became pregnant, her father would have no reason to refuse to go abroad for treatment.
After having brunch, Bai Zhenzhen sat on the sofa and answered Zhu Zhi's call.
He told Bai Zhenzhen that he had successfully passed the information to his second uncle, Li Tiemin. After learning what his nephew Li Zhiqiang had done, he did not make a fuss, but instead had someone investigate him privately.
If he really wants to investigate, he believes that it won't be long before he finds out all the dirty tricks that Li Tiejun and his son have been up to.
Of course, Zhu Zhi will continue to keep an eye on the other party and provide him with some help as appropriate, so that he can quickly gain leverage over Li Tiejun and his son.
"You did a great job. If you can help me get rid of those parasites in the company, the position of project manager will be yours." Bai Zhenzhen is the only daughter of the Bai family, and even though she doesn't work for the company, her words carry a lot of weight.
Zhu Zhi's breathing slowed down a couple of beats. He immediately assured Bai Zhenzhen on the phone that he would do his best to help her.
While Bai's father's kindness could certainly inspire gratitude and motivate him to serve, it is only tangible benefits that can truly move people's hearts.
Bai Zhenzhen wasn't just a pretty face who only knew how to eat, drink, and have fun. She didn't understand business, but having grown up around Bai Chuxiong, she was quite adept at winning people over.
Moreover, Zhu Zhi is quite capable; compared to those traitors in the Li family, he is at least a useful person.
After hanging up the phone, Bai Zhenzhen suddenly heard a noise behind her. She turned around and saw Shen Huai'an standing at the door.
It's really strange; someone I've never seen at noon since she moved here has actually come back today.
Shen Huai'an was dressed in a smart prosecutor's uniform, looking serious and dignified. His coat was draped over his hand, and his gaze fell on her as soon as he entered the room.
Bai Zhenzhen leaned back on the single sofa. She didn't plan to go out today, but changed into a plain dress. The light green gauze skirt cascaded down from her waist, and the slightly puffed skirt made her waist look even thinner. A section of her fair legs was exposed under the skirt, and her ankles were so slender that they could be held in one hand.
He had indeed held her hand last night. Shen Huai'an's gaze deepened. He hung up his coat, changed into slippers, and walked to her side. "Did you eat the porridge I made for you this morning?"
"Hmm." Bai Zhenzhen raised her chin and gave him a soft hum in response.
Shen Huai'an's expression remained unchanged. He took one of her hands, which was resting on the armrest of the sofa, and gently squeezed it. His tone softened again, "Are you feeling unwell anywhere? Are your legs still sore?"
The man who had been indifferent suddenly blushed. Bai Zhenzhen pulled her hand back and glared at him.
Uncle Liu and Aunt Wang were both there. How could this person suddenly say such things? He has no shame at all.
“They didn’t hear me,” Shen Huai’an explained, glancing towards the kitchen with a hint of a smile in his eyes. “Don’t be afraid.”
Aunt Wang was preparing lunch in the kitchen, and Uncle Liu was helping her. The two chatted as they worked, not paying attention to what was happening in the living room.
That won't do either. Bai Zhenzhen warned him with her eyes to be quiet and not to say anything more.
The girl who was so bold and reckless last night has become unusually shy today. Shen Huai'an was a little puzzled, but assumed that she was just being more private in front of others, so he went along with her and didn't bring it up again.
Bai Zhenzhen's waist and legs were still a bit sore and weak, and sitting for a long time would make her uncomfortable. She moved her legs and was just about to change her posture.
Shen Huai'an, who had just quieted down, noticed her movements. This time, he didn't ask any questions but said, "I know a little massage. How about we go to the bedroom and I'll give you another massage?"
Although Bai Zhenzhen was very sleepy when the night ended, she was feeling unwell and kept groaning and couldn't sleep well. Shen Huai'an massaged her for a long time until she fell asleep peacefully before lying down with her. Otherwise, Bai Zhenzhen would have felt even worse when she woke up this morning.
She couldn't seem to shake off his presence today, and Bai Zhenzhen didn't refuse, but she glanced uncomfortably towards the kitchen and said, "Dinner's almost ready..."
"It's alright. Aunt Wang just said she's going to cook two more dishes. Let's go to the bedroom now and I'll give you another massage so you can feel a bit better." Shen Huai'an said, standing up and reaching out to the beautiful woman on the sofa.
Bai Zhenzhen didn't hesitate for long. After he helped her to her feet, the two went straight back to the bedroom.
Shen Huai'an told her to lie down on the bed first. He rolled up his sleeves, went to the bathroom to wash his hands, and then came back to massage her waist and legs.
She did as instructed, lying face down in the middle of the bed with her chin resting on a soft pillow. Turning her head, she saw that Chen Huai'an had loosened two buttons on his collar. As he bent down and lifted his leg onto the bed, she could see his prominent Adam's apple and the collarbone below his neck from her angle.
The man had unusually pale skin and delicate features, but he was actually quite masculine. Although she didn't see it with her own eyes in the dim light last night, she touched it with her own hands.
Shen Huai'an looked thin, but he could actually lift her up with one hand. When he exerted force, the muscles in his chest and back were hard and uncomfortable to hold, but they felt nice to the touch.
Bai Zhenzhen had been thinking too much without realizing it, and a flush rose on her fair cheeks. Just as she was about to turn her head and bury her face in the pillow to cover it, she heard Shen Huai'an remind her, "Lie down properly. You said your neck was sore yesterday, so let me massage it for you first."
When did she say her neck was sore? Bai Zhenzhen turned to look at him in confusion, completely forgetting what she was about to do.
“You forgot, last night in the entryway,” Shen Huai’an reminded you little by little, “you said your neck was sore from looking up all the time…”
Actually, what she said was, "Shen Huai'an, why are you so tall? I have to keep looking up and my neck is so sore."
Later, Shen Huai'an simply picked her up, placed one hand behind her head and the other hand on her buttocks, lifting her to a height higher than himself, so that he could tilt his head back to kiss her. Only then was Bai Zhenzhen satisfied.
The woman, her face flushed, clearly remembered the scene. She bit her lower lip lightly, and Bai Zhenzhen, feeling embarrassed and annoyed, suddenly glared at him again, "Why are you talking so much today? Do you still want to massage me?"
Shen Huai'an's expression relaxed slightly, a smile appearing on his lips. He replied to her good-naturedly, "Press."
He poured a little essential oil into his hand, the same bottle Bai Zhenzhen often used. The unique fragrance of rose essential oil filled the air. Shen Huai'an was now used to the scent and found it very suitable for her.
Bai Zhenzhen is a bright and beautiful rose, yet with thorns.
Essential oils are for lubrication. When Shen Huai'an was a child, he often helped his family with farm work, and he had several calluses on his palms. If he wasn't gentle, his delicate hands would complain.
Shen Huai'an's massage technique was indeed very good. Bai Zhenzhen closed her eyes and enjoyed it, feeling the hot, large hands gently massaging her, and the soreness in her body gradually subsided.
After massaging her neck, Shen Huai'an used the remaining essential oil on his hand to continue massaging her legs. He closed his fingers, held her ankles, and gently lifted her long legs, causing her skirt to slide down and reveal more of her fair skin.
Bai Zhenzhen, who had her eyes closed, suddenly opened them and looked over. Shen Huai'an continued his massage, his movements natural and proper. His eyes were only on the calf he was massaging, and he didn't look around.
Bai Zhenzhen felt relieved again, but she didn't close her eyes again. Instead, she stopped him from pressing further up, saying, "Just press my calves."
"Okay." Shen Huai'an nodded and continued to massage her other leg, starting from the ankle, gently kneading it upwards with his large hands. The temperature of his palms seemed to have risen a little more than before.
The warm, hot sensation against her calves felt quite comfortable. Bai Zhenzhen looked at the man in front of her who was earnestly massaging her legs, and awkwardly looked away.
After massaging her legs, Shen Huai'an helped her cover her skirt back up, and then he massaged her waist.
Bai Zhenzhen's lower back was quite sensitive. Just as she was about to say she didn't want to continue the massage, Aunt Wang's voice calling for dinner came into the room. She immediately sat up straight and said, "I'm not going to have the massage anymore. Let's go eat first."
"Hmm." Shen Huai'an got out of bed before her and reached out to help her up.
Just now in the living room, Bai Zhenzhen didn't think much of it and directly put her hand into his palm for support.
But this time, Shen Huai'an seemed to have used too much force, and Bai Zhenzhen bumped straight into his arms, closing the distance between them instantly. By the time she realized what was happening, his other large hand was already firmly supporting her waist.
Shen Huai'an looked down at her, his eyes filled with suppressed desire. He wasn't a saint; how could he possibly be completely unresponsive?
He held Bai Zhenzhen's hand and placed it on her chest. Through the fabric of his shirt, she could feel his heartbeat, which had become increasingly rapid from its steady rhythm. The sound seemed to affect her, and Bai Zhenzhen's heartbeat also quickened unconsciously.
The man, who was so close to her, leaned closer and pressed his forehead against hers. His clear voice was slightly hoarse as he said, "Zhenzhen, now I'm going to collect my payment."
Before Bai Zhenzhen could even react to what the reward was, Shen Huai'an had already leaned down and kissed her lips.
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