Yun Shu Nian extended her index finger, slowly tracing along Mu Qi’s brow, then down his high nose…
How could a boy’s features be so striking? Yun Shu Nian was captivated by Mu Qi’s alluring face, completely unaware that he had already opened his eyes.
Yun Shu Nian continued her exploration with increasing fervor, unconsciously leaning closer. The crisp, intoxicating scent that wafted from him instantly enveloped her.
This further immersed Yun Shu Nian in a triple indulgence of sight, touch, and smell.
It wasn't until Mu Qi's voice reached Yun Shu Nian's ears that she jolted awake.
“Handsome?” Mu Qi allowed Yun Shu Nian’s hand to rest on his jawline, making no move to stop her.
“Mu Qi, when did you wake up?” You startled me!
Yun Shu Nian reflexively looked up, meeting Mu Qi’s phoenix eyes, and sheepishly withdrew her hand.
“Just now.” In reality, Mu Qi hadn't slept at all. Last night, the sleeping Yun Shu Nian had been restless, her hands exploring almost every inch of Mu Qi's body.
Mu Qi gently took Yun Shu Nian’s hand and brought it back, intending to place it on his face again.
Yun Shu Nian felt a pang of awkwardness and tried to pull her hand away. If she had been the one initiating, it would have been fine, but with Mu Qi making a move, her newfound thick skin crumbled.
Fortunately, at that moment, Aunt Ning’s knock at the door broke the awkward tension.
“Young Master, it’s bad! The young madam has disappeared again!” Aunt Ning’s voice was laced with obvious urgency. As Mu Qi’s attention was diverted, Yun Shu Nian quickly pulled her hand free from his grasp.
“Young madam?” Mu Qi blinked in surprise, then his attention was once again drawn to Yun Shu Nian’s actions.
“Aunt Ning, I’m here.” Yun Shu Nian quickly called out, worried about Aunt Ning’s distress.
Silence from outside the door, followed by the sound of Aunt Ning’s hurried footsteps descending the stairs.
Once Yun Shu Nian confirmed Aunt Ning had heard her, she withdrew her gaze, only to find herself meeting Mu Qi’s phoenix eyes again.
Yun Shu Nian immediately looked away. Her dominant CEO persona hadn't awakened yet: “Mu Qi, let’s go eat. I’m starving.”
Yun Shu Nian quickly stood up and left Mu Qi’s side room, returning to her own bedroom.
Unbeknownst to her, Mu Qi, who had been watching her intently, held a profound look of disappointment in his eyes.
…
“Aunt Ning, good morning.” Yun Shu Nian, now dressed, saw a smiling Aunt Ning as soon as she came downstairs.
“Good morning, young madam.”
Yun Shu Nian took a bottle of water from the refrigerator, gulping it down as she mumbled, “Aunt Ning, why are you so happy today? Is there good news?”
“Indeed, young madam. We are about to welcome a new little master to our Qi Garden, of course I am happy.” Aunt Ning’s face lit up as she spoke.
“What little master?” Yun Shu Nian’s expression soured. Is someone coming to take my place?
Seeing Yun Shu Nian’s confusion, Aunt Ning explained more clearly, “Oh, a little young master or a little young lady.”
*Pfft*—
Yun Shu Nian spat out the water in her mouth.
Her cheeks visibly flushed: “Aunt… Aunt Ning, isn’t it too early to talk about that now?”
“Oh, young madam, there’s no need to be shy. It’s only a matter of time. Aunt Ning is experienced.” Seeing Yun Shu Nian’s shy reaction, Aunt Ning covered her mouth and laughed.
Looking at Aunt Ning’s happy demeanor, Yun Shu Nian couldn’t help but wonder if Mu Qi would like children too. Would he prefer a boy or a girl?
Yun Shu Nian began to fantasize, even going as far as to consider names.
It wasn’t until Mu Qi came downstairs and approached Yun Shu Nian that her thoughts were interrupted.
Seeing Yun Shu Nian’s dazed expression, Mu Qi looked at Aunt Ning beside him: “What’s going on?”
Aunt Ning replied with a smile, “Oh, young madam, she’s just… shy.”
“Aunt Ning.” Yun Shu Nian snapped back to attention and immediately cut Aunt Ning off.
Mu Qi asked again, “Shy about what?”
Hearing Mu Qi’s voice, Yun Shu Nian’s cheeks began to burn again.
“It’s nothing, Mu Qi. Let’s go eat.” Yun Shu Nian took Mu Qi’s hand and led him towards the dining table.
Seated at the table, Yun Shu Nian was unusually quiet, her posture resembling a tightly curled ostrich.
Mu Qi watched as Yun Shu Nian focused on her own meal, not bothering to serve him. He remained silent.
After a few casual bites, he called for Aunt Ning to go to the study; Mu Qi had something important to confirm with her.
“Young Master, what do you need me for?” Aunt Ning, finding herself summoned to the study by Mu Qi, guessed that he must have something very important to ask her.
Mu Qi’s expression was serious: “Who gave you permission to call her ‘young madam’!” Mu Qi worried that Aunt Ning had acted on her own initiative and upset Yun Shu Nian.
Mu Qi remembered how Yun Shu Nian had detested him back then, to the point of wanting to kill him with her own hands. He assumed she would feel the same about this title.
Upon hearing this, Aunt Ning’s mood lightened, and a smile spread across her face: “Young Master, it was the young madam who requested it herself.” The fact that the young master had to call her to the study for such a matter showed how deeply he cared for the young madam.
“She asked for it herself?” Mu Qi asked incredulously.
“Yes, Young Master. She requested it herself after waking up from her illness and falling unconscious.” Aunt Ning smiled, pleased that Mu Qi's wish was finally coming true.
However, Mu Qi, showing no particular emotion, simply waved his hand at Aunt Ning.
Seeing this, Aunt Ning rose and left.
Mu Qi had observed the changes in Yun Shu Nian since their wedding night.
Mu Qi had always believed that Yun Shu Nian was plotting to elope with Zuo Nan. Yet, after so long, Yun Shu Nian had countless opportunities to leave with Zuo Nan, so why hadn’t she?
What did she truly want? To provide Mu Qi's secrets to Zuo Nan?
But he had never guarded himself against her. If she had such intentions, why would she need to go through all this?
Mu Qi frowned at the thought.
*Bang bang*—
“Mu Qi, I’m coming in.”
Yun Shu Nian’s voice suddenly came from outside the door. Mu Qi, jolted back to reality, replied, “Mm.”
Soon, after Aunt Ning opened the door for Yun Shu Nian, she entered carrying a tray.
“Mu Qi, the breakfast today is nutritionally deficient. You have to eat all of this.” Yun Shu Nian walked up to Mu Qi and placed the tray on his desk.
Aunt Ning watched this scene with bated breath.
Although Mu Qi hadn't said anything when Yun Shu Nian had placed cola chicken wings on his desk last time, Aunt Ning still felt a prickle of unease seeing Yun Shu Nian's actions now.
She vividly remembered a high-ranking executive’s sister, who had barged into Qi Garden with her brother and placed her handmade pastries on the young master’s desk, gazing at him with anticipation.
The young master had directly thrown the pastries on the floor, crushed them with his foot, and then had the woman thrown out.
The woman’s shrieks and cries of pain were still etched in Aunt Ning's memory.
Despite her kind heart, Aunt Ning, knowing Mu Qi’s high status, still felt his methods were too brutal.
“Why are you so concerned about me?” Mu Qi looked at the food Yun Shu Nian had placed on his desk and asked meaningfully.
“Of course, it’s because your stomach isn’t well. You need to pay extra attention to your diet.” Yun Shu Nian answered without much thought.
“By the way, Mu Qi, do you like children? Would you prefer us to have a boy or a girl in the future?” Yun Shu Nian asked casually, while actually observing Mu Qi’s reaction closely.
Mu Qi looked up at Yun Shu Nian, stunned: “Children?”
“Yes, Mu Qi, do you like little ones?” Seeing Mu Qi’s expression, Yun Shu Nian felt he probably didn’t.
Yun Shu Nian felt a tinge of disappointment, but it was alright. In this world, she loved Mu Qi the most.
“It’s okay, Mu Qi. If you don’t like it…”
“You want to have a child with me?” Mu Qi abruptly cut her off, rising to his feet. He cupped Yun Shu Nian’s neck with one hand and held her chin with the other.
Mu Qi’s expression was one of surprise and disbelief: “Do you know what you’re saying?!”
What did he mean? Wasn’t it him who had fled that night?
“Of course, darling. Do you want to have one right now?” Yun Shu Nian reached out and touched Mu Qi’s alluring Adam’s apple.
Yun Shu. CEO. Nian was online.
This time, Mu Qi didn’t pull away from Yun Shu Nian’s touch. Instead, he held her chin and leaned down to press his lips against hers.
Mu Qi’s kiss was deep and searching, as he savored her sweetness while carefully observing Yun Shu Nian. If she had shown the slightest hint of resistance, he would have let go.
…
However, Mu Qi hadn’t expected Yun Shu. CEO. Nian to respond with even more fervor and immersion.
Yun Shu Nian closed her eyes, straining to stand on her tiptoes, pressing more intensely against Mu Qi.
Mu Qi instinctively embraced Yun Shu Nian as she leaned into him, his eyes widening in surprise.
He then lifted Yun Shu Nian and bit down hard on her lips, taking the initiative.
After the kiss, Yun Shu Nian went limp in Mu Qi’s arms, her breathing ragged.
Feeling Mu Qi’s chest rise and fall only slightly, Yun Shu Nian decided she needed to improve her lung capacity.
“Do you not dislike me as much anymore?” Mu Qi loved Yun Shu Nian to the bone, and in front of her, he was willing to humble himself completely.
Or perhaps, Yun Shu Nian had long since shattered his pride into a thousand pieces.
Hearing Mu Qi’s overly cautious wording, Yun Shu Nian’s heart ached: “Mu Qi, I love you, I love you so much. In this world, you are the only one I love the most.”
“Otherwise, how could I be so greedy for your body?” The last sentence made Yun Shu Nian blush, her voice trailing off.
This wasn't a classic CEO line, but Yun Shu Nian’s true feelings.
Mu Qi stared at her, a flicker of uncertainty in his phoenix eyes.
Regaining her composure, Yun Shu Nian continued to stand on her tiptoes, planting kiss after kiss on Mu Qi’s face. With each kiss, Yun Shu Nian would say: “Mu Qi, I love you so much.”
The ice in Mu Qi’s eyes melted bit by bit under Yun Shu Nian’s kisses.
After a long while, when Yun Shu Nian could no longer hold herself up, she slowly lowered her tiptoes, her hands caressing Mu Qi’s cheeks: “Mu Qi, can you feel it? I truly love you.”