Chapter 32 Extra: Your Proposal Is So Clumsy
After officially confirming their relationship, Chi Chen's long-suppressed clingy nature was completely unleashed, and it even tended to intensify.
Every morning, Xu Yan felt surrounded by a sweet, suffocating feeling. Chi Chen, who was already long-limbed, used all four limbs to hold him tightly like an octopus.
As time went on, he resigned himself to his fate. Only when he felt uncomfortable being strangled would he gently pat Chi Chen's hand, sigh, and ask Chi Chen to loosen his grip.
Chi Chen would be awakened from deep sleep, and would take advantage of the situation by burying her face in his neck and rubbing against him, calling him "wife" with a hoarse and satisfied voice.
Xu Yan tried to get him to use a different term of address, but he would always respond with a clingy, affectionate spiel, showering her face, earlobes, and collarbone with kisses. Chi Chen always liked to gently rub his canine teeth against the intricate tattoo. Xu Yan
After getting up, Chi Chen kept hugging his waist and acting cute while Xu Yan was washing up. After he finished, Chi Chen quickly washed up by himself. Xu Yan hadn't seen his own reflection in the bathroom mirror for a long time.
Because every morning is so inefficient, I've handed over the cooking to the family chef.
Chi Chen clearly remembered that Xu Yan disliked having strangers around, and would only call people over for things like cooking or a troublesome barbecue party.
He stopped ordering groceries to be delivered and instead used the time to go on dates with Xu Yan.
When there was enough time, Chi Chen would often whine and insist on feeding Xu Yan.
Because office romances are not allowed, Chi Chen was quite troubled because he couldn't openly cling to Xu Yan. He thought about quitting his job several times, but he couldn't bear to give up his daily free time to go to Xu Yan's office to touch and hug her for a while.
To paraphrase Chi Chen, he would die if he couldn't touch Xu Yan within half a day.
This adds a bit of spice to a dull and monotonous life.
While at work, Xu Yan would occasionally receive messages from Chi Chen about what she was doing outside or what interesting gossip she had heard.
They continued this lifestyle for a year after they got together.
When Lin Weiwei came in carrying several documents, Xu Yan was chatting with Chi Chen.
He quickly closed the chat window and casually told Lin Weiwei to put the things on the table.
"Little Yanyan, are you... dating Chi Chen?" Lin Weiwei leaned closer with a smile.
Xu Yan: "..."
He looked up at Lin Weiwei, his cheeks involuntarily starting to flush.
Xu Yan knew Lin Weiwei's character, and it wasn't that she was afraid Lin Weiwei would tell anyone; she simply felt inexplicably ashamed.
Seeing his reaction, Lin Weiwei became even more certain of her guess.
Xu Yan avoided her gaze and whispered, "How did you figure that out?"
He and Chi Chen barely interacted at the company, only occasionally touching each other secretly in the office.
Lin Weiwei chuckled, "It's super obvious, okay? But nobody else guessed it was Chi Chen."
"Everyone thinks that Director Xu may have fallen in love recently. He seems to have become more lively and has someone helping him choose ties every day, unlike before when they were all the same."
Xu Yan lowered her eyes and saw the pink business tie on her collar, which did indeed look very good.
He used to always wear dark colors, but after he got together with Chi Chen, the other man always liked to take over the job of tying the tie.
"How did you know it was Chi Chen?" Xu Yan asked curiously.
“It’s very simple.” Lin Weiwei pointed to her nose. “I don’t know when it started, but it seems like you two are using the same shower gel, and even after you switched, it’s still the same.”
Since Lin Weiwei and Xu Yan were usually the only ones who got close to each other, she was the only one who noticed the scent of the shower gel.
Lin Weiwei left after teasing Xu Yan, and less than a minute later, Chi Chen walked in.
Every time Lin Weiwei came in to report, Chi Chen would get jealous.
She insisted on holding him in her arms and rubbing him for a while before leaving, satisfied.
After Chi Chen left, Xu Yan was temporarily unable to concentrate on her work.
He leaned back in his chair and opened an anonymous forum that he rarely used. He remembered that when they had just gotten together, he had seriously posted a request for help.
#What to do if your boyfriend is too clingy.
Xu Yan listed out the things that were bothering him, and when he refreshed the page, he had already received dozens of comments.
2L: Is the original poster here to show off their relationship?
3L: You mean your boyfriend is handsome, clingy, and rich, and you still find him a bit troublesome? Then give him to me. My contact information is xxxxx
4L: Isn't this how all guys are at the beginning? Don't post questions like "What should I do if my boyfriend doesn't spend time with me?" in the future.
5L: Anyone who shows affection in Versailles will die.
Xu Yan sensed that the comments were not very friendly, so he selected a comment that seemed more approachable and willing to help him resolve the issue to reply to.
66L: Is this your first relationship, OP?
The original poster replied to comment #66: I guess so.
66L: That's normal. Guys are like that when they first get what they want. They'll behave themselves after a year.
OP: Okay, I'll try to endure it for another year.
Xu Yan didn't take it too seriously at the time, and completely forgot about it afterwards.
This building has since garnered numerous comments.
Most people think that such a boyfriend is likely to cheat, or that he is just pretending.
After all, companionship, diligence, and money are all essential qualities, and it's rare for a man to satisfy even two of them.
Xu Yan has been criticized in many posts, and now some comments are speculating that she may have broken up long ago, which is why she hasn't replied anymore.
Unsure of her own feelings, Xu Yan replied to the post again.
Original Poster: It's been a year now, and my problem is still not solved. But maybe because it's been so long, I've gotten used to it.
As soon as the comments were posted, many people who had saved the post and were waiting to see what happened quickly arrived at the scene to watch the drama unfold.
Some people have already started to congratulate, but others think the poster made it up. After all, it's an anonymous forum, so there's no evidence for anything said, and no one wants to expose their reality.
There are also some people who say that if someone can continue to be clingy for another three or seven years, then it's true love.
Xu Yan had no interest in proving himself like a stranger. He closed the software, and was also a little curious about how long Chi Chen's enthusiasm could last.
Before we knew it, it was time to leave work. Winter always gets dark earlier, and everyone left on time.
Chi Chen deliberately lingered until the very end, and only after he had almost left did he pretend to happen to get off the elevator with Xu Yan.
There were other people in the elevator, but Chi Chen secretly tried to hook Xu Yan's hand with his finger, but as expected, she dodged it.
But coincidentally, when they got off the elevator on the first floor, Chi Chen struck again, grabbing Xu Yan's hand and holding it tightly without hesitation.
As soon as the car door closed, Chi Chen eagerly leaned in, ending the pretense of the office with a long, tender kiss.
Their lips intertwined, and the familiar, comforting scent and the warmth of her love softened Xu Yan's icy exterior as she nestled into Chi Chen's arms.
After ten minutes of cuddling, Xu Yan couldn't help but push him away. "Okay... let's go to the supermarket."
Chi Chen reluctantly released Xu Yan, his eyes curving into crescents. "Yes, my dear wife."
Shopping at the supermarket together after get off work is a great way to unwind, and it has become an unspoken dating ritual for them.
Xu Yan had no memories of a happy family life during her childhood, while Chi Chen's family was too busy, so he also didn't have many such mundane experiences.
Then they go home and cook, just like they do every day.
However, today seemed different. Xu Yan noticed that the ingredients Chi Chen bought didn't seem to be the same ones he had made before, but he didn't ask. Perhaps Chi Chen had researched some new dishes.
Back home, Xu Yan was in charge of massaging, feeding, and playing with the cats in the living room, while Chi Chen went straight into the kitchen.
The day seemed to be going on longer than usual. Xu Yan was starting to feel a little hungry when Chi Chen peeked out from the kitchen and asked mysteriously, "Wife, can you close your eyes?"
Although Xu Yan didn't know what he was going to do, she closed her eyes anyway.
She could hear Chi Chen pacing back and forth, seemingly bringing out dishes. A complex aroma filled the air, making it impossible for Xu Yan to guess what the dishes were.
Then came the rumbling sound of the small wheels scraping across the ground.
"Happy birthday to you~" Chi Chen hummed, though it wasn't very catchy.
Xu Yan opened her eyes and saw that the main lights in the restaurant had been turned off. The dining table was illuminated by the flickering warm candlelight, and there were carefully arranged plates of tender and juicy pan-fried steak, steamed king crab, sweet shrimp sashimi, and large and plump abalone... all kinds of ingredients that they had not bought.
It seems that they only bought the ingredients together.
Chi Chen pushed a cart and stopped in front of him, on which was placed a mousse cake that looked exquisite and delicious, decorated with beautiful fruit and a chocolate shell.
"Happy birthday, my wife!" The candlelight flickered on Chi Chen's face, illuminating the tension and purity in his eyes. He clasped Xu Yan's hands together with his own. "Make a wish."
Xu Yan was stunned for a moment. He didn't have the habit of celebrating his birthday and had completely forgotten about it.
Under Chi Chen's gaze, Xu Yan closed her eyes and imitated the birthday person on TV.
In fact, Xu Yan is quite content with his current life. He has no desires and can't think of anything.
But she closed her eyes for more than ten seconds before pretending to make a wish, then opened them and blew out the candles.
Thin wisps of smoke rose as Chi Chen walked behind Xu Yan, took his hand, and together they cut a piece of cake.
Instead of immediately cutting another portion, he picked up a silver fork, scraped off a small piece, and fed it to Chi Chen's lips. "Try it, I made it myself."
Xu Yan didn't refuse and ate it from his hand. The cool and silky mousse melted in her mouth, and the slight tartness of the fruit perfectly balanced the sweetness of the cream, creating a rich and delicious flavor.
"Is it good?" Chi Chen looked at him expectantly.
"Mmm, it's delicious." Before Xu Yan could finish speaking, Chi Chen's lips were already close to hers.
A soft, moist tongue licked the corner of Xu Yan's lips quickly and gently, the slightly itchy sensation instantly flushing her cheeks. "What are you doing?"
"My silly wife got it on her face," Chi Chen said, stepping back with a smile that shone like starlight in his eyes. "It's delicious."
Not knowing whether he was talking about the cake or something, Xu Yan had no choice but to look away. "You always say cheesy things."
Even after a year together, he couldn't completely resist Chi Chen's straightforward and sweet attacks... After all, Xu Yan's past life was almost entirely filled with insults and deception, with no pure praise whatsoever, which always made him feel a strange flutter and shame.
"Because my wife is really cute." Chi Chen said readily, casually taking out a small gift box from his hand. "This is my birthday present this year."
Xu Yan took the small velvet gift box; its size and shape... seemed to evoke the image of a ring.
He suddenly felt his heart race. He carefully opened the box with his fingertips and found a simple platinum ring with sparkling, star-like light.
Chi Chen suddenly hugged him tightly, draping his arms around his waist. "Wife... will you marry me?"
The same coquettish tone as usual.
Xu Yan's mind went completely blank.
He had never imagined such a thing in his entire life.
“Xu Yan… I’m serious. I want to be with you for the rest of my life,” Chi Chen said slowly. “After being together for a year… I feel like I can’t live without you anymore.”
He took out the ring, turned it slightly, and saw delicate characters engraved on the inside.
love yan
"Are you willing?"
“You’re so rustic.” Xu Yan paused, then added, “But I’m willing.”
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Author's Note: The next chapter is about our wedding! Feel free to suggest any side stories you'd like to see in the comments! [Exaggerated praise]
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