The rooftop terrace of the Emperor Hotel.
Gu Mang reclined on the large deck chair. It wasn't a good day; the distant sea was shrouded in thick fog, as dense as the knot in his heart that he couldn't untie.
"You're not interested in Master Huo?"
"If he takes a liking to you, wouldn't you rise to the top in one step?"
...
Gu Mang's fingers tightened silently around the wine glass, his knuckles turning white.
He only meant to joke with her, but he didn't expect the little woman to react so strongly. For the past few days, she not only wouldn't let him into the bedroom, but also treated him with "respectful courtesy." She still cooked meals and cleaned the house as usual, but she maintained a cold and polite distance from him.
This atmosphere nearly suffocated and drove the usually calm and composed Gu Mang to madness.
If he could turn back time, he would definitely strangle his outspoken self!
A helicopter slowly landed on the helipad not far away. The airflow from the rotor made Gu Mang's hair messy and lifted a corner of his shirt.
Bai Jingyuan got off the plane in high spirits, and as soon as he saw Gu Mang on the balcony, he ran towards him.
However, the closer they got, the more they realized that this big shot's expression was off.
He specially ordered the hotel to prepare white truffles and caviar, but Gu Mang didn't touch them at all.
This time, Bai Jingyuan learned his lesson and slunk off to the chair opposite him without saying a word, his eyes fixed on Ye Chen, hoping to get some hints from him.
However, Ye Chen couldn't figure out Gu Mang's thoughts, so he simply drank coffee and looked at the documents quietly.
Finally, Bai Jingyuan couldn't stand the oppressive and strange atmosphere any longer. He chuckled awkwardly and tried to make conversation, "Well, Third Brother... I've shown Sister-in-law's sales plan to several of my directors, and they all praised it highly, saying it was exceptionally professional. Ha, they even said the person who created this plan is a real talent and they want to poach him from our company!"
I thought saying these things would make Gu Mang happier.
To everyone's surprise, Third Master's expression grew even more somber, and he gave him a sinister glare.
Bai Jingyuan's heart jumped, pounding in his chest.
"Hmm... My assistants all say that this cooperation is worth discussing. Hongzhang Foreign Trade has also been trying to meet with me these past few days. Third Brother, what do you think, should I go or not?"
Gu Mang coldly retorted, "This is your company's business. Do you have any right to ask me?"
Bai Jingyuan was completely baffled again.
Gu Mang asked, "Did you arrange for Jiang Can to attend the Minghuang family's banquet?"
“Yes.” Bai Jingyuan paused, “Isn’t this all according to your wishes? Don’t let her stand at the door and get entangled with those people from the Jiang family. Let her come in, eat and drink well, and rest well. Just don’t let her see you. Then I’ll have someone arrange for her to go to a room…”
Gu Mang said angrily, "You've already arranged for her to come in, can't you also assign her a stylist so she can dress up for the ball?"
"But wouldn't that expose your identity?"
"She'll find out sooner or later! What difference does it make whether she finds out sooner or later!"
Bai Jingyuan licked his lips, looking confused.
This person didn't say that before! Why did they suddenly change their mind?
"Can't even handle a small matter! You're a fucking piece of trash!" Gu Mang suddenly stood up, glared at him, and turned to stride away.
Bai Jingyuan remained stunned for a long time until Gu Mang's figure disappeared from sight, then he stared blankly at Ye Chen, who also looked bewildered.
"What's wrong with him? Is he having another hormonal imbalance?"
Ye Chen pursed his lips, chuckled softly, and remained silent.
"Old Ye, is this guy really going crazy?" Bai Jingyuan shrugged helplessly. "He keeps going on and on, he's not normal at all!"
Ye Chen glanced at him, his gaze meaningful, "Ever since he met Jiang Can, do you think he's ever been normal?"
...
Jiang Can stared blankly at the computer all day, without touching a single word of the sales report.
Even when An'an called her, it took her a while to come to her senses.
"What's wrong with you?" An'an asked, packing her bag as she looked at her. "It's already after get off work, and you're still sitting here!"
Jiang Can looked somewhat dazed. She suddenly looked up and saw that everyone in the office had indeed left, leaving only her and An An.
An'an also shut down her computer and prepared to leave.
"Jiang Can, you haven't seemed well these past few days," she asked with concern. "Did something happen? Did you have a fight with your husband?"
"No," Jiang Can forced a smile. "It's just a small misunderstanding."
"Since it's just a small misunderstanding, can't we just explain it away?" An'an laughed. "I often hear my mom say that couples who bicker often have a better relationship. Young couples should argue in bed and make up in bed!"
Jiang Can was stunned for a moment, then laughed helplessly, feeling a little embarrassed.
She's still a virgin after getting married, so there's no question of anything going on in bed...
Thinking of this, her brow twitched slightly.
Was Gu Mang's statement that day related to this? She'd been married for so long and hadn't let him touch her; any normal man would find that unbearable.
That's why he suspected her, and that's why he brought up Master Huo out of the blue, talking about how he could rise to the top in one step.
Jiang Can bit her lip lightly, a faint sense of guilt washing away the disappointment and grievances of the past few days.
Actually, she also bears some responsibility; she failed to fulfill her duties as a wife.
Or maybe tonight...
Her face flushed, her heart skipped a beat, and just as she was about to leave work, she suddenly saw Fang Jinyang walking towards her.
"Jiang Can, stay here for a moment!"
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