Bai Yunxia took two steps toward him, the strap on her shoulder slipping down to reveal half of her fragrant shoulder. The scent of her body wash once again permeated the air around Mo Yanzhou.
It was fragrant, and somehow seemed sweet too.
Mo Yanzhou remained silent. The two stood at the doorway. He had just finished showering, the moisture on his body not yet dried, his hair dripping wet. Water droplets fell onto his pajamas, creating damp patches here and there.
Directly pouncing on Mo Yanzhou seemed a bit difficult, but rubbing against him should be manageable, right?
Bai Yunxia decided to go all out. She stepped forward, clinging to Mo Yanzhou’s arm while acting coquettishly, her soft chest pressing against his arm. “Everyone else will have family or friends attending. My mom is at the hospital taking care of my dad, my sister is going on a business trip next week… Right now, I only have you, my husband…”
Mo Yanzhou’s entire body stiffened. Though many women had tried to pursue him, he usually never allowed them to get this close. Thus, he had never experienced such intimate physical contact with a woman before.
His typically calm and sharp mind was now in disarray. He didn’t even dare glance downward out of the corner of his eye. With a cold expression, he tried to pry her hand away. “I’ll check my schedule tomorrow.”
“You’re not just brushing me off, are you?”
Bai Yunxia tightened her grip on his arm. The tighter she held, the more she could feel how firm the muscles in Mo Yanzhou’s arm were. If she really made him angry, could he punch her straight into the wall?
Mo Yanzhou lowered his head until his forehead was almost touching hers. Feeling the overwhelming aura pressing down on her, Bai Yunxia quickly released his arm. “Then I’ll wait for your news.”
She retreated to the doorway, tilted her body slightly, and made a flying kiss gesture. “Goodnight, husband~”
After doing this, she thoughtfully closed the door for Mo Yanzhou.
Bai Yunxia covered her flushed face and hurried back to her bedroom with quick, small steps.
Mo Yanzhou, just you wait. Today it was a flying kiss—next time, I’ll kiss you right on the cheek.
Since Mo Yanzhou had never had women around him, kissing his cheek should make his heart flutter a little, right?
Bai Yunxia lay face down on the bed, hoping she wouldn’t be thrown out by Mo Yanzhou next time.
The room returned to silence. Mo Yanzhou turned and walked inside. Bai Yunxia had gripped him so tightly earlier that the warm, soft sensation seemed to linger on his arm. Almost as if bewitched, he raised his arm and sniffed it—a faint, elusive fragrance drifted into his senses.
Everywhere she had touched smelled fragrant.
And she had just blown him a flying kiss??
A flying kiss!
Bai Yunxia didn’t play by the rules, and Mo Yanzhou had no idea how to handle her.
He didn’t understand: since the Bai family had already overcome their crisis, what was Bai Yunxia’s purpose in refusing to divorce?
It couldn’t possibly be for him.
He didn’t believe in love at first sight.
Mo Yanzhou had always struggled with sleep. Disturbed by Bai Yunxia that night, he only managed to fall asleep in the early hours of the morning.
When his biological clock kicked in, Mo Yanzhou still woke up early. He went for a run and headed straight to the company without even eating breakfast.
Bai Yunxia sat alone at the dining table, staring at the message Mo Yanzhou had sent: “I have plans on Friday. Can’t accompany you.”
She bit into her sandwich, on the verge of tears.
Mo Yanzhou wasn’t giving her any chance to get close at all.
“Madam, if it’s so bad it’s making you cry, then don’t eat it. Let the kitchen make something else,” Yu Chao couldn’t stand watching any longer.
Madam looked like she was about to fall apart, and he didn’t have any tape to piece her back together.
“Young master is utterly unlovable. He’s so… heartless. Completely unromantic, no wonder he’s never been in a relationship at 27. Ice-cold – he deserves to grow old alone!” Bai Yunxia grumpily downed a glass of milk, picked up her bag and headed out.
“You’re joking, madam. How could young master grow old alone when he has you?” Yu Chao went out to see her off. “Madam, young master hasn’t been in good spirits these past few years. It takes patience to reach his heart.”
“Why hasn’t he been in good spirits?” Bai Yunxia stopped. “That doesn’t make sense. Mo Yanzhou comes from an excellent background, has outstanding personal qualities – how many girls in Lingshi want to marry him? What could he possibly be troubled about? Is work too exhausting? Does he need to relax?”
Could running even be considered relaxation?
Mo Yanzhou should choose some other way to unwind.
Ten years ago, Bai Yunxia was still young, so it was normal she didn’t know what had happened back then.
Yu Chao said meaningfully: “Ten years ago, Lingshi’s cross-river bridge suddenly collapsed. A bus and over a dozen cars fell into the river, killing dozens of people – among them were the young master’s parents. The corrupt officials who caused it took the money, changed their names and went abroad to live lavishly. The young master has been searching for ten years and still hasn’t found them. He’s determined to catch the culprits and avenge his parents – the psychological pressure is enormous.”
Moreover, the young master has a younger brother. When their parents passed away, Mo Yanzhou was only 17 and his brother just 12. Suddenly he had to shoulder the family responsibilities with his grandfather while also acting as a father figure to discipline his younger brother.
In these ten years, Mo Yanzhou hasn’t had a single moment of relaxation.
Yu Chao saw it all and it pained his heart.
Like the old master and mistress, he desperately hoped Mo Yanzhou could have a soulmate to accompany him.
After hearing this, Bai Yunxia felt an ache in her heart.
She didn’t bear the responsibility of supporting the family, but she knew how exhausted her sister had been these past three years.
Not to mention that Ink Sea Group’s scale was hundreds of times larger than the Bai family’s – Mo Yanzhou must be busier, more exhausted, and working harder than her sister.
Back then he was only 17 – he had to be ruthless to establish his footing.
Yu Chao said: “So madam, I can only trouble you to pay more attention to the young master.”
“How can I pay attention? I asked you to tell me Mo Yanzhou’s preferences, but you wouldn’t say. I can only try randomly like a blind cat catching dead mice, and I just got rejected by Mo Yanzhou. He… is so infuriating.”
Bai Yunxia had been spoiled since childhood. Before meeting Mo Yanzhou, she had never encountered obstacles in anything she did – everything had always gone smoothly.
“This isn’t my fault. The old master taught that the first lesson for those in power is to control desires. Many people outside want to inquire about the young master’s preferences, so he always appears indifferent about everything, not letting others discern his likes and dislikes. I can’t help you either, madam.” Yu Chao genuinely wanted to help.
Not to mention that Mo Yanzhou wouldn’t allow it – he truly didn’t know.
Besides work, the young master usually stays in the gym, swims in the pool, goes horseback riding, rock climbing, and occasionally visits the riverside.
That same riverside that swallowed his parents.
These were things Bai Yunxia should discover gradually over time to be meaningful.
“Uncle Yu, he’s cold and distant with me too. Super cold.” Bai Yunxia was so aggrieved she was about to cry, tears welling in her eyes. “I’m his wife!”
Yu Chao laughed. “Madam’s spirit is commendable.”
What use was commendable spirit? If only she had the physical strength.
To pounce on Mo Yanzhou.
To make the rice cooked.
Getting pregnant with his child, let’s see if he still dares to mention the word “divorce” in the future.
Bai Yunxia had ambitious ideas but didn’t dare to put them into action.
Should she perhaps study up on that kind of knowledge first before trying it out? That would be more reliable.
Bai Yunxia spent the entire day busy at school. Her advisor was very satisfied with her graduation project—she received an A and could graduate smoothly.
Humming a cheerful tune, she happily headed home. As soon as she entered, she saw Mo Yanzhou sitting on the sofa with his long legs crossed.
Huh?
Has the sun risen from the west?
The ever-busy Mo Yanzhou was actually at home.
“Honey~ You’re home.” Bai Yunxia walked over happily.
Just as she approached, Mo Yanzhou stood up. “Go change your clothes first.”
“Huh?”
Was her outfit inappropriate?
Were her jeans too short?
Mo Yanzhou’s deep voice came from above her head: “We’re going to the old residence for dinner tonight. Grandpa and Grandma want to see you.”