Chapter 56 Chapter 56 Forever?
No way.
Chen Yuchu's meaningful tone made Yan Jiu feel embarrassed and annoyed.
Yan Jiu's eyes flickered a little, and he stared at the lunch without saying a word.
Wasn't she just confused? She wasn't a hyperactive monster like Chen Yuchu. It was normal for her to say something out of control or spill some water when she was exhausted. Ultimately, it was still his fault.
She was too embarrassed to voice these thoughts in front of Chen Yuchu. She could only pretend not to hear, gently rubbing her fingertips, and asked him calmly, "How long is your lunch break?"
According to Gao Zhou, their work is very busy at this stage. In addition, Chen Yuchu stayed at home with her for a week because of her foot injury, which must have delayed a lot of work.
Yan Jiu didn't want to affect him, or at least minimize the impact.
Chen Yuchu could see that she clearly understood, yet feigned silence. Since she pretended not to know, he naturally indulged her and said in a steady tone, "At one o'clock."
It's almost twelve o'clock now, and there's still an hour left.
They wasted no time. Yan Jiu sat down, the sofa sagged slightly, and Chen Yuchu sat across from her. They ate in silence. Although the food was home-cooked, it tasted delicious. It must have been a takeout meal from a hotel chef.
I don’t know about Yanjiu, but if it’s takeout, the taste will definitely be worse than dining in.
Although this lunch was simple, it was prepared according to Yan Jiu's arrival time, and the chef borrowed the cafeteria of Qingyu Group to prepare it on site.
She had to wait in line for two hours for the vanilla rice pudding she ordered.
Finally, I tasted the vanilla rice pudding, but the flavor was bland. The online rumors were just lies. It wasn't as delicious as the one made by my home chef. Yan Jiu didn't know why he was so obsessed with it last night, and he told Chen Yuchu many times.
Like acting like a spoiled child.
To hide her sudden discomfort, she picked up the Ceylon tea.
Just as she was about to raise her wrist, it was pinched by a warm and familiar force. Her heart suddenly trembled, and she almost knocked over the teacup. She looked at him with a slightly puzzled look, "What's wrong?"
Chen Yuchu's eyes swept across her fair wrist skin, and he handed her a glass of water. His clear voice was lingering in her ears. "After lunch, go inside and rest. Black tea affects your sleep."
Yan Jiu hadn't thought about taking a nap here. Chen Yuchu hadn't mentioned it before coming. His black and white eyes blinked and he responded softly.
She didn't have any plans for the afternoon anyway.
Chen Yuchu slightly bent his arms, and a smile appeared on his thin lips. He gently lifted the teacup and took a sip. Even the movement of drinking tea showed his dignity and elegance.
The two sat opposite each other for a while. Although they didn't say anything, Yan Jiu didn't feel awkward. Instead, he felt a sense of familiarity. They usually sat like this every night, reading books in silence.
Chen Yuchu cleaned up the lunch garbage. It was obvious that he really didn't like the smell in the office, so he threw it into the trash can outside and opened all the windows.
Yan Jiu followed Chen Yuchu to the window. His office had a wide view. Even though there was no beautiful scenery outside, the spring breeze blowing on his face was comfortable.
Her black hair was blown by the wind. Chen Yuchu stood against the light and naturally tucked her hair behind her ears. The light reflected on him, creating a hazy outline.
Yan Jiu's gaze fell on his handsome face, his high nose and angular jaw, and further down was his sharp Adam's apple. She swallowed subconsciously, her eyes filled with layers of light.
She stared at him for a long time, and when she realized what was happening and wanted to look away, she was caught accurately again.
Chen Yuchu caught her gaze, his deep features drawing closer. His gentle breaths brushed against her cheek, his magnetic voice close at hand. "Madam, you've been looking at this scenery for so long. Do you think it's beautiful?"
Yan Jiu's eyes moved slightly. She was clearly looking at him just now. He didn't say it at the time, but said something ambiguous afterwards. He wasn't asking about the scenery outside the window at all, but asking her if he was good-looking.
The hot breath hit her face. She raised her eyelashes slightly, curled her lips and said, "It's okay."
This was a small retaliation for what Chen Yuchu had just said, a hint of pride glimmering in her beautiful eyes. She looked away, wanting to retreat, but found herself surrounded by him. Chen Yuchu could hold her firmly with a single arm, and his scent was floating in her nostrils.
Yan Jiu stretched out his long fingers and pressed them against his chest, not allowing him to take another step closer.
In fact, there was not much space between the two of them, and before he knew it, he could feel his narrow and strong waist and abdomen.
She felt her throat was a little dry, pursed her lips, a glimmer flickered in her clear eyes, and her voice was as soft as a mosquito's whimper, "It's almost one o'clock."
The dial flashed a cold light in the air. Chen Yuchu lowered his eyes but did not look at the dial. Instead, he looked down quietly at her rosy cheeks and said "hmm" nonchalantly.
As his breath approached, the oppressive feeling became stronger. Yan Jiu curled her little finger and tilted her head slightly. His cold thin lips fell on her porcelain-white face. She said a little awkwardly, "I just finished eating and I haven't brushed my teeth yet."
A soft laugh escaped the man's throat. He stopped himself before his delicate face showed an angry expression, but he couldn't help but feel his chest tremble. He curled his lips and said, "There's toothpaste and toothbrush in the cabinet in the lounge."
Yan Jiu's little face was full of anger, and her fair face was covered with a rosy glow. She was angry at Chen Yuchu's bad behavior and also angry at her own reaction.
After entering the lounge, it took a long time before Yan Jiu's breathing and the heat on his cheeks gradually subsided.
She looked around Chen Yuchu's lounge curiously. It was obvious that its owner only used it as a temporary shelter. The plain black and white tones and simple bedding made it look like a hotel room to someone who didn't know better.
The lounge was fully equipped. Yan Jiu walked into the bathroom. The bath products were the same as those at home, emitting a refreshing mint scent.
After searching for a while, I didn't find the toiletries Chen Yuchu mentioned in the cabinet.
Yan Jiu pushed open the door of the lounge and called out, "Chen..."
As soon as she finished speaking, she saw the video frame on Chen Yuchu's computer screen and the British accent coming from the speakers.
The conversation on the other end of the computer suddenly quieted down. Yan Jiu's eyelashes trembled slightly, and he didn't even have time to say "I'm sorry" before he suddenly closed the door.
She didn't mean it.
Unexpectedly, Chen Yuchu was in a meeting in the office and was interrupted by her.
Just as I was feeling frustrated, the door to the lounge opened.
Hearing the voice, Yan Jiu raised her sparkling eyes slightly and found that Chen Yuchu was standing in front of the door against the light. His tall and straight figure slowly walked in front of her, casting a large shadow.
Yan Jiu's fair complexion shone in the light. Her frail body huddled against the bed, her jet-black hair draped over her shoulders. She mumbled, like a child who had made a mistake, "I'm sorry to interrupt your meeting."
Chen Yuchu's deep facial features seemed like the thick and dark night that could not be dissolved. He glanced quietly at Yan Jiu's slightly red eyelids and keenly noticed that something was wrong with her.
Even if Yan Jiu accidentally stumbled upon his meeting, there was no need for her to act like that. She was his wife, and she should have known he wouldn't be angry about this.
Even his subordinates would not be afraid of him to this extent.
"I'll get you a glass of warm water."
Chen Yuchu patted her thin back soothingly, but the skin under his palm shrank as if it was burned.
He turned and walked out, his raven-black eyelashes drooping down to cover his dark eyes. His expression was as steady as usual. He took the water, handed it to Yan Jiu, watched her drink it slowly, and then slowly comforted her, "It's okay, no one saw you, and you didn't disturb me."
He leaned over and gently stroked her hair as if coaxing a child, his palms gently ruffling her hair, his magnetic tone flowing slowly, "Don't be afraid."
What are you afraid of?
Chen Yuchu knew that he could not get an answer from Yan Jiu, so he could only try.
Yan Jiu lightly raised his wet eyelashes, bit his lower lip, and explained helplessly: "I didn't mean it."
"I know."
Chen Yuchu stood up, took the toothpaste and toothbrush, and said gently, "I remembered the wrong place. It's my fault. You said sorry many times. Please don't say it again in the future, okay?"
Yan Jiu didn't answer.
She knew she shouldn't react so strongly, but she couldn't control herself. Her manicured fingertips dug into her palms, reminding her to stay awake. She had already wasted too much of Chen Yuchu's time. She should remain calm, smile, and say she was fine, then let him go back to the meeting.
She was an adult and shouldn't have barged into her father's study like a child and disturbed him while he was working.
Then he was put in solitary confinement and could not eat or drink water.
Memories of the past came flooding back like a tide.
Yan Jiu's pupils lost focus for a moment, and her abdomen began to ache again. A gentle smile appeared on the corner of her lips, and she said softly: "Okay. You..."
You go to a meeting...
Before she could finish her words, her lips were kissed, and the cool minty taste poured into her mouth, squeezing out the little air she had, and she let out a low moan.
Chen Yuchu's expression was gloomy. His broad arms tightly wrapped around Yan Jiu's slender waist, his palm clasping the back of her neck as he sucked on the tip of her delicate tongue. He wanted to control her will; he wouldn't allow her to become depressed. She was gentle, she was charming. She would act coquettishly with him, scold him for his jokes. She was kind to small animals and friendly to her colleagues.
She is the delicate flower blooming in his palm.
She should always be dazzling and fearless.
Instead of being afraid of something that is not necessary like we are doing now.
Chen Yuchu recalled that on the night he returned from Jinlou, Yan Jiu scratched his foot in the dark.
It turned out that she was not afraid of him, she was afraid of the dark.
After an unknown amount of time, Chen Yuchu slowly withdrew his lips and tongue from hers, then kissed her lips again, saying softly, "I'm here, you don't need to be afraid."
Yan Jiu raised his tear-stained eyes and looked at Chen Yuchu seriously, as if he wanted to carve him out. He murmured, "Forever?"
Chen Yuchu's heart almost lost control because of her tears. He kissed her eyelashes and said, "Forever."
Yan Jiu embarrassedly pulled away from his embrace, "You should go to the meeting. They... must have been waiting for a long time."
She felt a little ridiculous.
The more you don't want something to happen, the more likely it is to happen. She didn't want to affect Chen Yuchu's work, but he was like a foolish king, putting aside an important meeting and kissing her across the wall.
Yan Jiu knew in her heart that Chen Yuchu was not hungry, he just wanted to wake her up from her fear.
And she couldn't keep living in the past.
Chen Yuchu naturally would not leave Yan Jiu alone in the lounge in this state. He asked Yan Jiu to sit on the sofa so that he could see him at any time.
Then, he put on his headphones, returned to the video conference, and said calmly, "The meeting continues."
The moment he lowered his eyes, a sharp light flashed across them. He thought, it's time to have a good talk with his mother-in-law.
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