Shi Lan glanced at him nervously, silently praying that he would believe her story.
Ning Yuze glanced at her, then kicked off with his long legs and suddenly stood up.
"Let's go."
Shi Lan stared at him blankly, not understanding what he meant.
Ning Yuze took a few steps, then, noticing no movement behind him, turned around and said, "You're not hungry, but I am. Hurry up and prepare breakfast."
Shi Lan responded and hurriedly followed, saying, "I've already brought the food up. There are steamed buns with golden thread, soup dumplings, and pork intestines. For porridge, I brought lean pork porridge and pumpkin porridge. Which one do you prefer?"
Shi Lan followed behind, chattering incessantly.
Ning Yuze's lips curled up higher and higher.
She wasn't as talkative yesterday; it seems she felt guilty. Perhaps last night wasn't as open and aboveboard as she claimed.
Ning Yuze felt better and better as he thought about it. He felt that he had grasped Shi Lan's personality and also figured out the truth of the matter. For a moment, he felt that he was infinitely charming.
After breakfast, Ning Yuze wiped his mouth and turned to look at Shi Lan, who was standing beside him clearing away the dishes.
“I allow you to show concern for me, and I will reward you accordingly,” he said, then got up and went straight into his study.
Shi Lan was completely confused and had no idea what he was talking about.
As night fell, Shi Lan tidied the bed and adjusted the air conditioner and lights as usual before preparing to leave. Just then, she saw Ning Yuze, who was sitting next to her, get up, take two steps to her, and precisely pinch her chin with his long fingers, lifting it up forcefully.
Shi Lan was then forced to raise her head.
In the soft light of the night lamp, Ning Yuze lowered his head, his fine hair partially obscuring his eyes, and Shi Lan could only see the glint in his eyes.
“This is your reward,” Ning Yuze leaned down and gently pressed his lips to her forehead for a moment.
Shi Lan's back stiffened; she had never expected him to do such a thing.
Ning Yuze released her hand and watched as the blush returned to her neck, which made him feel very comfortable.
"It's getting late, goodnight, young master," Shi Lan said hastily, then dashed out of the house as if her pants were on fire.
The door slammed shut with a 'click,' and Ning Yuze touched his lips, laughing silently for a long time.
At breakfast time in the early morning, Ning Yuze arrived at the table on time. Shi Lan, who should have been standing there, made an excuse to get breakfast and did not come up for a long time.
Ning Yuze pursed his lips and waited a few minutes. He then took out something that looked like a car remote control from his pocket, pressed a button, and asked, "Was breakfast delayed today?"
There was a pause on the other end, followed by the butler's voice, "I'm sorry, young master, I'll have Shi Lan take it up immediately," and then the butler's voice instructing someone to call Shi Lan.
Ning Yuze smiled and turned off the red light on the remote control.
Less than a minute later, Shi Lan appeared at the stairwell.
"Good morning," Ning Yuze greeted him in a good mood. Sunlight shone from behind him, and Shi Lan could only see his general outline and his... beautifully shaped lips.
"Good morning," Shi Lan's face flushed again, and worried that he would notice, she quickly lowered her head to hide her blushing cheeks.
Ning Yuze had excellent eyesight. When he saw her shy appearance, his heart skipped a beat, followed by waves of joy washing over him.
Shi Lan quickly set out the food and prepared to leave.
Ning Yuze glanced sideways and asked, "Aren't you going to eat with us?"
Shi Lan shook her head, "No, I've already eaten."
Ning Yuze remained silent, so while he waited foolishly, she had already eaten.
Although I understand her overjoyed surprise at being suddenly favored by me, that's not a reason for her not to have breakfast with me.
"sit down."
Upon hearing this, Shi Lan reflexively took a half-step back. She quickly realized what she was doing and leaned forward, trying to make up for the distance she had stepped back.
Ning Yuze pursed his lips, looked up at her, his dark eyes fixed intently on her, as if if she didn't do as he wished, then she would be making a huge mistake, and everything she did would be wrong.
Shi Lan unconsciously took half a step forward and obediently sat down in the chair.
Ning Yuze placed the chopsticks in front of her with satisfaction and said, "Alright, eat up."
Shi Lan blinked, came to her senses, and was a little confused. Had she been bewitched by his gaze just now?
Ning Yuze picked up a spoon and sipped his congee with preserved egg and lean pork with satisfaction. Seeing Shi Lan staring blankly, he urged her to eat quickly.
Shi Lan came to her senses and slowly stirred the pumpkin porridge. Suddenly, she wondered if she had lost her mind. Wasn't she hoping to touch his mind and awaken him?
Didn't his actions last night show that he's starting to accept himself? If he put in a little more effort, maybe he could move the spot he's kissing a little bit lower, and then she'd have a chance to succeed?
Shi Lan bit her lower lip and silently encouraged herself, vowing that she must never repeat what she did this morning.
Just thinking about his kiss made Shi Lan's heart start pounding again, and a faint blush rose to her face.
After Ning Yuze finished his porridge and put down his spoon, he noticed that Shi Lan was holding her flushed cheeks with a strange smile on her lips.
"what's on your mind?"
He curiously leaned closer and asked.
Suddenly, a baritone voice and a fresh, masculine scent wafted over, snapping Shi Lan back to reality. His eyes fell upon that incredibly handsome face.
"No, it's nothing."
Shi Lan instinctively dodged to the side, but after realizing her mistake, she bit her lip in annoyance and moved back.
Ning Yuze had already stopped his ambiguous behavior and stood up, saying, "Pour me a cup of tea."
Shi Lan responded and stood up, just as she heard a pleasant bell ringing.
Shi Lan patted her pocket, took out her phone which hadn't rung in a long time, and answered it.
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