Chаpter 20: Вrоthеr Is Vеrу Wеll-Bеhаvеd and Оbservеs Malе Virtuе
Raising his gаze оnсе morе, thе man hаd rеturnеd tо his usuаl еlеgant аnd refinеd dеmeanor.
“Alright, аlright, I’ll listen tо yоu.”
Не рatted thе girl’s head, his gеntlе tоnе cоncеaling his long-hеld intеntiоns. “Тhird Вrothеr won’t teasе уоu with this аnуmore.”
For nоw, it’s “just jоking” аnd “plаyful tеasing.”
But in thе futurе, it will bесome rеаl.
The dаnce flооr switсhеd to а rеtro, slow-tempo jazz tune.
Тhe tаll, slеndеr mаn wоre а black shirt, his high-bridged nоse аdornеd with gold-rimmеd glasses. His posture was relaxed and at ease, exuding an air of noble, scholarly elegance.
Many passing sultry ladies were drawn to him.
Some even boldly winked and flirted, itching to ask for his contact information.
But Cen Zhou paid them no mind.
His deep, captivating phoenix eyes remained fixed solely on the girl before him, watching intently without shifting away for even a moment.
Sensing his gaze, Qiao Zhiyang couldn’t help but look up, instantly falling into the vortex of his eyes.
Her breath hitched slightly.
The heartbeat that had just calmed down once again lost its rhythm uncontrollably.
Her gaze shifted as if scalded, and she quickly found a topic. “Third Brother, did you come here with friends too?”
“Yes.”
As if afraid she might misunderstand that he frequented such places often, Cen Zhou’s thin lips curved slightly, and he added naturally, “I rarely come to these kinds of venues. Today, I just happened to be meeting up with friends.”
Just then, a group of people arrived at the bar, stirring up some noise.
He lightly pressed his palm against the table beside him, slightly bending his tall frame, leaning close to her ear.
His clear, low, magnetic voice dropped to a whisper, a breathy tone that only the two of them could hear, seductively drifting into her ear. “Brother is the most obedient. I’ve been good and observed male virtue.”
The man’s warm breath, at close range, tangled around her sensitive spots.
Qiao Zhiyang’s face suddenly flushed hot.
She rubbed the cup in her hand, feeling as if she were drunk, her head slightly dizzy and intoxicated. “Oh.”
Strange.
Why does it feel like he’s…
reporting to a girlfriend…
The sudden, inexplicable thought popped into her head.
Little Lamb was startled, the invisible little lamb horns on her head trembling immediately.
(＞﹏＜。)
Ahhh, how annoying!
What is she thinking again!
Mr. Cen only treats her as a junior to look after. How could she twist things and imagine herself as his girlfriend!
Calm down, don’t project yourself into this!
No improper thoughts allowed!
The little figure in her heart had already skillfully crossed its legs, picked up a wooden fish, and began tapping it rhythmically.
The group that had just arrived at the bar, holding glasses and chatting cheerfully, moved to another area.
Once again, the space around them was left to just the two of them.
“Little Zhiyang.”
Just as Qiao Zhiyang was lost in thought, the man before her had already straightened up lazily, his sense of boundaries so well-controlled that it didn’t feel uncomfortable.
Instead, it seemed as if he had leaned in to whisper in her ear only because the surroundings were too noisy earlier, afraid she couldn’t hear him clearly.
“When you come to places like bars in the future, it’s best to remember to inform a reliable person in advance.”
Cen Zhou gazed at her lightly flushed, peach-pink cheeks, his eyelashes lowering, skillfully concealing the darkness in his eyes.
His gaze remained upright and gentle as he looked at her. “After all, these kinds of places are crowded and chaotic, with bad people hiding deep. For safety’s sake, it’s more reliable to have a trustworthy person come to pick you up in advance.”
Qiao Zhiyang blinked.
Oh, that makes sense.If she hadn’t been fortunate enough to meet Mr. Cen tonight, she wouldn’t have been able to shake off that greasy and disgusting man so smoothly.
Cen Zhou watched her thoughtful expression, the corners of his thin lips curling slightly.
Hiding the Wolf Tail behind him, his voice remained calm and unhurried as he patiently continued to lure her in, “Have you thought of anyone reliable?”
“No.”
Qiao Zhiyang shook her head with a troubled expression, “I’ve just arrived in Yun Jing. Besides Qinghuan, I don’t know anyone else well.”
Just as her words fell, that deep, magnetic voice sounded above her head.
“If Little Zhiyang doesn’t mind, you can come to me.”
It was as if a trap had been woven long ago, just waiting for this unsuspecting Little Lamb to trigger the mechanism and fall right into it.
Cen Zhou concealed the cunning in his eyes, his demeanor gentlemanly and gentle, leaving no room for suspicion.
“Doesn’t Little Zhiyang have Third Brother’s WeChat?”
His voice was deep and smooth, each word deliberately laced with temptation, “Whether you’re going somewhere or facing any difficulties, you can always come to me for help.”
In the dimly lit environment, the man’s deep phoenix eyes grew even more profound and tender.
Cen Zhou looked at her, the corners of his eyes gently curving.
The tenderness in his gaze, visible through the thin lenses of his glasses, seemed capable of drowning a person, “As long as Little Zhiyang says the word, Third Brother will be there anytime, without fail.”
It was a cunning lure.
But also the most loyal vow.
For a moment, Qiao Zhiyang’s breath hitched slightly.
She stared blankly into the man’s sincere and gentle gaze, her heart inexplicably fluttering.
Even to a junior like her, he was so patient and gentle.
If it were his girlfriend, wouldn’t she be utterly pampered by him?
Even if she asked for the stars or the moon, he would surely help her achieve it without hesitation.
Qiao Zhiyang couldn’t help but sigh inwardly.
Whichever girl became Mr. Cen’s girlfriend in the future would surely be very happy.
Her red lips curved slightly, her eyes clear and bright.
After this thought, she didn’t dwell on it any further.
“Third Brother, thank you for your kindness.”
Although having him around would certainly make things much safer,
Qiao Zhiyang felt it would be too much trouble to keep bothering him, “But I can’t keep troubling you like this. I…”
“Don’t worry, it’s no trouble at all.”
As if seeing through the girl’s thoughts once again, Cen Zhou’s lips curved slightly, “Didn’t we agree that if you encounter any difficulties here, you can always come to Third Brother?”
“It’s alright,”
Like the most skilled hunter, his gaze remained patient and gentle, guiding her step by step.
In the most gentlemanly manner, he helped her let go of her final reservations, “You’re Cen Qinghuan’s good friend. As her Little Uncle, it’s only natural for me to take good care of you.”
Qiao Zhiyang looked at him gratefully.
Ever since she arrived alone in the unfamiliar city of Yun Jing, she had thought it was a risky gamble with no sense of security.
Fortunately, by chance that day, she met a Mr. Cen who treated her with gentleness and respect.
He was like a mature and steady elder, without any ulterior motives, offering her a sense of security and protection.
“Thank you.”
Qiao Zhiyang lifted her delicate and charming face, her red lips curving gently, “I understand. From now on, whenever I go to places like bars, I’ll let you know in advance so you’re aware of my whereabouts.”
The girl’s gaze was clear and bright, like that of an innocent fairy, filled with unwavering trust.Cen Zhou lowered his gaze to look at her, the smile in his eyes deepening imperceptibly.
Good girl.
His eyes, hidden with a burning obsession, fixed tightly on the girl’s trusting expression.
The wolf tail hidden behind him revealed its true form in a place she couldn’t see.
In the girl’s eyes, he was already a noble and upright gentleman.
But she had no idea—
From the very first moment he saw her, this elegant and courteous gentleman had wanted to tear her cheongsam off.