Chapter 7, Gentle Stranding

Wen Wan shot him a glare, thinking, what is he pretending for? Does he not understand even this, being such a seasoned player in the game of love? She silently pushed him aside and rushed into the bathroom. Her menstrual cycle had always been very regular, but unexpectedly, it had come early this time; she wondered if it was due to her recent emotional instability

Xiao Xiao did not explain, but took a moment to glance at her, sizing her up from head to toe, and said: "There is still time, let me take you to get dressed up. Although it is a bit faded and worn, it is not beyond saving."

As soon as these words were spoken, the carriage fell completely silent.

A-Jue started the car in silence, yet couldn't help but say again: "Now, it's just giving Gu Mingchen an advantage for nothing, even if Dr. Wen is related to the 'secret' in the eyes of the woman in that painting—"

The early winter morning was still quite cold, and he was wearing a black cashmere coat. His features appeared even more deep and three-dimensional due to his neat short hair, and there was a slight chill in his long fingers.

The other two individuals each had their own thoughts. The man had previously given Wen Wan the impression of being taciturn, but now, sitting together, he appeared quite talkative. This was mainly due to Xiao Xiao's efforts to liven up the atmosphere, which prevented any awkward silences. Both Wen Wan and He Yuan were fully aware of the situation, yet they refrained from addressing the relationship with the He family directly.

He Chen did not care at all about the astonishment and embarrassment on her face, and said softly: "Change your clothes and come downstairs for breakfast, the butler has prepared some clothes for you."

He Chenjia looked around and found that there were no women present. Where was she supposed to find sanitary pads at this moment? Moreover, it seemed that she found it difficult to speak to the person outside.

Wen Wan had never woken up in bed with someone of the opposite sex before, and with a pair of glistening eyes, she looked at him with a hint of panic

In the warm evening, there was a moment of daze; how could such a tender atmosphere exist between her and He Chen? Meeting his deep and bright dark eyes, her lightly mocking words inexplicably got stuck in her throat

Growing up in the countryside, the first time I tasted these was still with Gu Mingchen and Ji Yan

It is precisely those who claim to have loved you deeply all along that may, in fact, love you far less than you believe, and even wield your trust to inflict deep wounds upon you

Wen Wan was thrown onto the large bed by him, and due to gravity and the upward motion, she bounced hard upon falling, feeling dizzy. In the next moment, the mattress sank, and the man had already leaned down to pin her down.

The lighting was dim, and the man's voice was particularly seductive at night. She awkwardly cleared her throat and turned her head away

Not wanting to be disturbed by baseless rumors, trouble, however, still sought her out. Just after finishing her rounds, she was informed that Meng Xingliang was looking for her. Wen Wan completed her tasks before heading to the director's office, and upon entering, she noticed that Meng Xingliang's gaze towards her was unusual

Wen Wan opened her dark eyes, staring at him without blinking

Xiao Xiao, who was standing to the side and preparing to introduce, was momentarily taken aback, her gaze shifting back and forth between the two: "Do you know each other?"

He Yuan shrugged noncommittally, seemingly unable to disclose the nature of his relationship with He Tingyan, and replied evasively, "If I had known that the person you were referring to was Dr. Wen, I should have arranged for you to meet him sooner"

She silently sat in the leather chair, lost in thought as she gazed out at the scenery, with the sound of Xiao Xiao's chattering still lingering in her ears: "It will soon be noon break, I will come to pick you up."

Xiao Xiao sighed: "He Chen, this person, you really have not taken the time to understand. Those matters of patricide and fratricide are trivial; you have not even heard of things far worse than this."

Xiao Xiao seemed to suddenly realize after her reminder, and immediately changed her tone, saying very seriously: "I have asked some old friends about this matter, and it seems a bit strange. Logically speaking, as a divorced woman, your news is really not worth much attention, and no one would go to such lengths to secretly photograph you..."

Oh—" Xiao Xiao also felt that what she said was not quite right, and after thinking for a moment, she corrected herself, " a twenty-eight-year-old old maid"

Who else could it be? The person outside sounded quite displeased, and considering his current state, Wen Wan felt a sense of satisfaction.

He is very polite. Wen Wan still did not say much to He Tingyan, slightly tilting her head to observe him, smiling as she patted his shoulder, "You are not protesting to him in this way, are you?"

She said that she did not know how to explain this, and she herself could not clarify what her relationship with He Chen was like

Wen Wan wanted to stop, but it was too late; in the next moment, all that remained was the busy tone in her ear

Wen Wan! As soon as the call was connected, her sharp scream came through, nearly piercing Wen Wan's eardrum. She scratched her ear and closed the door as she entered the office.

He Chen has always disliked others speculating about his motives, and he is even more disdainful of explaining himself to anyone. At this moment, his silent and cold gaze directed over is already a sign of his displeasure

Suddenly, I have a bad feeling: "Where are we going?"

He Tingyan had a faint blush on his handsome face, and he didn't dare to look her in the eyes as he spoke: "I miss you."

Wen Wan, with her back to him, could sense that something was amiss. The man was in a foul mood that morning, and she did not dare to move, merely responding softly with a "Hmm."

A gentle breeze wafted through the window, creating an atmosphere that was simply incredible. The two of them unexpectedly kissed passionately for a long time, until He Chen reluctantly withdrew from her lips, and Wen Wan finally awakened as if from a dream

Wen Wan was taken aback

Although Xiao Xiao is usually known for her sharp tongue, she truly considers every detail for Wen Wan. When taking her to buy new clothes, get her hair done, or do her makeup, she is as serious as if she were going on a blind date herself

... ...

After the butler left, she surveyed the layout of the house from side to side. The corridor was long and deep, and the light was not particularly clear or bright, yet she still spotted the cold probe in the corner at a glance

Wen Wan closed her eyes briefly, expressionless as she put her phone back into her pocket, then looked up to meet He Yuan's deep-set gaze, hesitatingly saying: "I have a few matters to attend to, Mr. He, please take your time."

She had just left the He residence when a car quickly followed her. Without needing to look back, she already knew who it would be. Wen Wan paused slightly, then turned around with restraint.

She can roughly guess who it is, and unconsciously, she has become somewhat familiar with his presence

He Yuan still had a hint of a smile in his eyes, glanced at her lightly, and took the initiative to stand up and greet: "Doctor Wen, long time no see"

Wen Wan pressed down on her chest, took a deep breath, and as she lifted her foot to walk towards her office, her legs felt somewhat weak.

Upon careful listening, this statement is indeed flawless, yet Wen Wan still feels somewhat constrained in her heart

Wen Wan raised her eyebrows meaningfully, and it was evident that this was something for women. Moreover, looking at the cartoon pattern, it was the type that little girls would like. She couldn't quite articulate her feelings at this moment, but it was indeed true that her feelings towards this man were correct.

He smiled faintly and said, "It has been a long time since two people have dined together; it will not take up too much of your time."

Wen Wan placed her belongings into a cardboard box, and after organizing them, she realized that there were actually very few personal items that belonged to her. It seemed as though, no matter where she was, she had subconsciously prepared herself to leave at any moment.

Wen Wan has been thoroughly beaten down, resting her head against the cold car window, she resentfully says: "Are you really my friend? You strike me so mercilessly when I am going through divorce and unemployment"

If her vision is fine and she is certain that she is not dreaming, then the illustrated headline in the newspaper features her and He Chen? Moreover, the large title is quite shocking—"The affluent young wife, unwilling to remain lonely, engages in a passionate car rendezvous with her lover"

Can you stop using this matter to put pressure on her? Wen Wan is extremely frustrated and, after some thought, feels somewhat unwilling: "I just got divorced, it's not very appropriate to go on a blind date now, and besides, this news, your director will see it—"

In the early morning, as dawn broke, Wen Wan was suddenly awakened by the heat. It had been unbearably cold during the night, as if her entire body had been submerged in ice water. How could it suddenly become so hot that she could hardly breathe? Just as she was about to move a little to test it, she noticed something unusual behind her: a man's strong arm was firmly wrapped around her waist, holding her in place and preventing her from moving.

This inevitably caused her to feel panic and fear; the experience of falling in love with someone is too painful, leaving almost nothing but endless torment and suffering

"Why are you gentle with everyone else, yet always prickly with me? Do you dislike me so much?" He murmured softly in her ear, his long fingers gently brushing through her hair.

Wen Wan was taken aback, staring wide-eyed, and after a moment hurriedly shook her hand: "You are Ting Yan's uncle, I do not wish to engage with the family of a patient... I hope you understand"

In the hospital, there are caregivers who distribute newspapers punctually every day. The news has evidently spread far and wide; as soon as she entered the lobby, she was met with numerous curious glances. The young nurses whispered and dodged behind her, and even the sanitation lady who had previously intended to introduce her to a match avoided her with an expression of discomfort.

The man outside has grown impatient: "What are you doing in there?"

Two men stood at the entrance, one on the left and one on the right, with expressions that were exceedingly serious. Dressed entirely in black, they indeed resembled the demeanor of gangsters from a movie.

Xiao Xiao helped her put things in order, then turned to carefully examine her. Seeing her in a dazed expression, she reached out and tapped her forehead: "You should wake up, young lady. If you are still reminiscing about the Gu family's kindness at this moment, it is truly quite naive."

He had only spoken halfway when he noticed that He Chen's expression was not good

"Xiao Wen, please take a seat," Meng Xingliang said, not knowing what he was writing with his head down. He only raised his head to look at her after he had finished filling it out.

He Chen applied slight pressure with his hand to turn the person over.

Upon careful reflection, her memories with Gu Mingchen alone are indeed pitifully few

This statement sounds like a kind consolation to her, but in reality, it serves as a warning not to harbor any ill intentions. He Chen's subordinates are certainly just as astute as he is, speaking in a manner that is both profound and calculated. Wen Wan felt a tumult of emotions within, yet maintained a very calm demeanor as she nodded and said, "I understand"

Fortunately, the scale of the photo is not large; it only captures the figures of two people entangled inside the car through the window. The pixels are not clear enough, but the license plate number and the appearance of the vehicle in front of the house on a warm evening are still captured very clearly

The child did not speak again, but quietly gazed at her, his eyes filled with intense focus

Wen Wan walked silently towards the office and received a call from Xiao Xiao in the corridor

Wen Wan's heart was filled with unease as she stared blankly at the ceiling, her eyes vacant, and even when He Chen spoke to her, he wore a dazed expression.

The handsome man with a head of black hair and a fair complexion as white as snow, wearing frameless glasses, is none other than He Yuan

She noticed that when she spoke these words, He Tingyan's gaze was noticeably softer than before. After some consideration, he added: "However, if you continue like this, you will feel lonely. You should make more friends."

Wen Wan noticed the deep dark circles under his eyes and couldn't help but sigh: "He Chen said you haven't been sleeping, aren't you tired?"

Wen Wan smiled as she took a sip of milk tea: "I am desperately trying to think of their faults."

He Chen noticed that her complexion was somewhat off and stopped in confusion: "What’s wrong?"

He Chen, disregarding her struggles, directly picked her up and strode forward. Upon reaching the end of the corridor, he stopped in front of a bedroom and kicked the door open.

Give him time to speak up, this child suddenly became awkward again. Wen Wan furrowed her brows in confusion, until he leaned over and quickly hugged her.

He Yuan then continued, "I am one year older than the third brother, and I am still single. If Dr. Wen finds it suitable, we can try to get to know each other."

Wen Wan admitted that at a certain moment her heart was racing so fast that she could hardly control herself. That feeling was not unfamiliar to her; she had experienced the same irregular heartbeat when facing another man.

He Chen looked at her seemingly frail yet feigning strength silhouette, and suddenly felt a strange emotion brush past his chest. It was too swift for him to capture. Upon getting into the car, he noticed A Jue wearing an expression of hesitation, unable to hold back his raised eyebrow: "What do you want to say again?"

Wen Wan's teeth chattered in anger, and she picked up a pillow beside her and swung it at him fiercely: "Are you addicted to being a rogue!"

Xiao Xiao cast a suspicious glance at her, then turned the steering wheel to take her away. The car drove directly onto the main road, and Wen Wan noticed that the scenery on both sides was somewhat off; this was not the way back to her home.

He Chen kindly helped her with her confusion: "This is my room, the study is next door, and there is a secret door to enter."

Gossip has always been a matter of taking things out of context, with reports filled with sarcasm. After reading through the entire piece, Wen Wan seems no different from a married woman who cannot resist the temptation of infidelity.

I don't believe you have no feelings for me at all. Although I am quite taken by your charm, it has become a bit excessive and truly feels somewhat pretentious. He Chen raised his hand to gently press her full lips, already preparing to reach for the buttons of her top.

Wen Wan tightly clenched her fist, her face burning, and after a long while, she finally managed to squeeze out a sentence: "I, um, have come."

Wen Wan nodded slightly, her entire body exuding an unprecedented sense of fatigue: "I understand"

The phone rang quickly, and Xiao Xiao was already at a loss for words: "I told you it was the Gu family playing tricks, yet you still didn't believe me."

Wen Wan pressed her forehead, wearily sitting back in the leather chair, and only spoke after she finished shouting: "Did you call just to say this?"

Wen Wan did not expect He Chen to engage in such a disgraceful act. Reflecting on some of his actions during this period, it is actually not very surprising

The young man was taken aback, his delicate features showing a slight pause in expression: "You are unwilling?"

She rationally restrained the chaotic thoughts racing through her mind and slowly brushed away the large hand still resting on her cheek, saying, "I have taken care of myself for so many years; I am used to it"

Xiao Xiao hesitated to speak, unexpectedly falling silent. After a while, she quietly asked, "Are you and him serious?"

The back window has been lowered, and He Chen is quietly watching her, softly uttering two words: "Get in the car"

She was startled and, once she regained her composure, her cheeks flushed with anger: "What are you doing? Put me down!"

When Xiao Xiao came, she conveniently bought her a hamburger and milk tea, saying without changing her expression: "I was in such a hurry, how could I think about buying anything else"

He Tingyan, who had been silent, did not know what had happened. With suspicion, he picked up the newspaper and, upon clearly seeing the content of the report, his expression suddenly darkened. The sixteen-year-old boy exuded a strong presence, his entire being felt as if it were covered in a layer of icy shards, emanating a chilling aura.

They sat by the window, perfectly positioned to enjoy the view outside. Wen Wan suddenly seemed to see He Chen again among a group of people. He was walking in the midst of a crowd, speaking quietly with a middle-aged man beside him. His face no longer bore the gentle expression seen in the morning; instead, he emanated an air of ruthless decisiveness, like a king, slowly making his way towards the hotel.

This was clearly a last-minute arrangement by Xiao Xiao, and the meeting place was set at the first floor of the Lanting Hotel, not far from her magazine office. By the time they arrived, the director had already arrived early. Sitting back to back, Wen Wan could only see his broad shoulders, which remained perfectly defined even beneath the well-crafted fabric of his suit.

This man is so cautious, can it be understood as having committed too many guilty deeds

He Chen was in a very good mood, and he kissed her heavily on the lips, his tone so natural as if they were intimate lovers: "You were cold last night, shivering the whole time. I held you all night and you felt like an ice block. Let's find a traditional Chinese medicine practitioner to help you, and I'll make an appointment for you."

He Tingyan rarely lifted the corners of his lips, saying with a gaze full of sarcasm: "If I were not still of use, he would definitely wish for my early demise"

Wen Wan's lips curled into a faint smile; in this lifetime, she probably only had one true friend who genuinely cared for her. As for others, not a single one was without ulterior motives. Listening to Xiao Xiao's scolding at this moment did not feel annoying; instead, it brought a sense of warmth, and she couldn't help but smile a little more: "Could you buy me something to eat on your way?"

Wen Wanqi was also infuriated, slamming the newspaper heavily onto the table, and then noticed that the other party appeared completely unconcerned. If this matter were to leak out, it would undoubtedly have an impact on He Chen's company. Does this man truly not care at all?

Wen Wan was instantly choked, losing all appetite. The scene that occurred last night in the car with He Chen was actually reported in the newspaper in vivid detail! The journalist's tone was as if they were present, vividly describing this car-shaking performance in an utterly sensational manner, with language that was simply unbearable.

Xiao Xiao reached out and tugged at her, raising an eyebrow to imply: "Make sure to handle this well on your own. This is my superior. If you mess it up and it affects me, I will go home with you, eat your food, drink your drinks, and sleep with your man"

Xiao Xiao dragged her over, looking tormented: "Pah, I am not compatible with him at all, so I was thinking of using you to seduce him."

Staying in the bathroom, Wen Wan felt both a sense of relief and a bit of gloom

Wen Wan stared at him blankly, then forced a casual smile and said, "I miss you too."

This is to inform her of her dismissal; the subsequent remarks are merely formalities.

He Chen chuckled lazily: "You are quite well-behaved when you are asleep"

The men of the He family are simply like floods and ferocious beasts, each one more terrifying than the last

Wen Wan tightened her fingers and slightly raised her head, wanting to explain: "This matter—"

Wen Wan listened in silence until Xiao Xiao called her: "Do you think it could be that the old lady is angry out of humiliation..."

Wen Wan wore a hint of a cold smile on her face, while the butler pretended not to see, clearing his throat awkwardly and slightly bowing: "The young master is inside, Miss Wen, please."

Wen Wan opened the door just a small crack, deliberately putting on a pitiful expression: "Relatives are visiting."

Xiao Xiao let out a disdainful hum and said, "I am saving you from impending downfall. If you continue to remain ambiguous with He Chen, Wen Wan, just wait for the day when you will inevitably be abandoned again."

The atmosphere was somewhat awkward, as there was that layer of relationship binding He Yuan and He Chen. Causing such a commotion would only entangle them further with the He family.

He has an excellent physique, with firm and strong muscles, and a slight bronze hue to his skin. Particularly, the lines connecting his waist to his hips are very beautiful. If viewed from the front, one might even catch a rare glimpse of his Adonis belt

He Chen tightly closed his eyes and when he opened them again, he still wore a gloomy expression. Thanks to this woman, he had truly experienced every misfortune in his life.

Wen Wan's expression changed upon hearing this: "When did you come in?" Remembering the time he had broken in even after she locked the door at home, this time was even more so. She turned her gaze and saw that the low cabinet that had originally blocked the door remained untouched, not even the vase showed any signs of disturbance

Although Wen Wan was very reluctant, she still mustered the courage to say: "Are you really going to check it yourself?"

He Chen felt her response, his gaze darkening, as he held the back of her head and kissed her more deeply

Wen Wan suddenly found herself at a loss for words, so she simply stopped and calmly looked at him: "You don't like it?"

He Tingyan's expression was already limited; upon seeing Wen Wan, he merely cast her a fleeting glance before walking straight past her to close the bedroom door. Then, with determination, he grasped her wrist tightly and directly led her to sit down on the sofa.

Xiao Xiao took a deep breath, still feeling somewhat unsteady: "I really underestimated you, you actually dared to openly engage in a car shake with a man! If you want to play, at least be a bit discreet, don’t you know how much that man is worth? Do you really want to become a big shot in Qingzhou!"

Who would have thought that Xiao Xiao would explode at these words: "Why are you acting like an old lady? At twenty-eight, why pretend to be eighty-two? This is the prime of your life, so tidy yourself up and continue dating! I'll help you arrange a meeting with our director later."

Wen Wan hurriedly entered the bathroom without looking back

Wen Wan kept her head down at the breakfast table, eating quietly, until the butler handed her the newspaper, at which point she spoke her first words of the day: "Thank you"

The other party did not speak immediately, but leaned back in the chair and pondered for a moment, clearly grappling with something difficult to articulate. This old fox is usually very tight-lipped when it comes to speaking. Sure enough, when he finally spoke, his face was adorned with a courteous smile: "I read today's newspaper; the situation has escalated somewhat seriously."

He Chen furrowed his brows, genuinely not understanding: "What has come?" After saying this, he seriously held her shoulders, preparing to turn her over to continue what they had not finished earlier

Xiao Xiao flicked her forehead with annoyance: "The first meeting should leave a good impression; this is called respect. Do you understand respect?"

He reached out to caress her frozen, reddened cheeks, his expression one of helplessness: "When something goes wrong, you only want to solve it yourself. This is truly not a good habit. Why not rely on me?"

It is said that both of them are unmarried, the man and the woman has just divorced, which poses no problem at all. However, the reporters are keen on sensationalism, bringing to light her previous interactions with He Chen, and even detailing her role as He Tingyan's attending physician. Now it has turned into a narrative suggesting that she was involved with He Chen before her marriage, even going so far as to divorce and sever ties with the Gu family for He Chen.

Wen Wan looked at Xiao Xiao with a puzzled expression, and seeing that she showed no signs of awareness, he could almost be certain that she truly did not know that the director she mentioned was the second young master of the He family

He Chen put on his bathrobe, leaned down to look at her, and suddenly noticed that her face was flushed. He couldn't help but frown again: "Why is your face so red? Are you having a fever again?"

Seeing that she was about to roar, Wen Wan silently wiped the saliva splashed on her face and weakly lowered her head: "It seems like I was very disrespectful to others before."

Xiao Xiao let out a "tch": "Why do you always treat me like a delivery person?"

Xiao Xiao's tone clearly indicated her disapproval. Wen Wan forced a bitter smile and said, "You still don't understand me?" After Gu Mingchen, how could she still dare to hope for love

Seeing her expression was not good, Xiao Xiao regretted it so much that she wanted to bite her tongue, stammering an apology: "I am sorry, I spoke incorrectly"

He Tingyan fell silent again, reaching out to hold her fingertips, his voice soft and low: "When you are not here, no one talks to me."

The pillow was soft and fluffy, landing on him felt almost like a tickle. He Chen looked at her flustered expression, and even his heart began to flutter. He pinched a corner of the pillow, easily snatched it away and tossed it aside. As he leaned down to look at her, his breath became somewhat unsteady: "Having kissed and touched, isn't it time to complete the full set now"

Meng Xingliang smiled awkwardly and said: "Actually, I haven't really taken care of it. You should rest well. This kind of sensational news will soon disappear without a trace."

He Yuanchao glanced at her but did not reach out to stop her; he merely coughed softly and said, "I apologize, it seems I may have misspoken. If Doctor Wen is not in a hurry, could you do me the honor of accompanying me to finish my meal?"

He Yuan revealed a beautiful smile again, and his voice was also very pleasant: "Thank you"

While packing her things, Xiao Xiao sent a WeChat message, asking her to keep her evening free, as it was likely that she had indeed arranged a blind date for her

It is likely due to his fair complexion that his hair appears very black. A large beam of sunlight streams in from the window, and his hair remains a deep, inky black, giving it an almost surreal fragility at this moment.

Wen Wan shook her head: "You care about me, how could I not know what is good and bad."

Wen Wan did not sense anything amiss, still smiling as she teased him: "So you called me here to listen to you talk?"

Wen Wan's lips twitched; this person's arrogance is one thing, but how can their confession be equally off-putting and awkward

A-Jue's back was straightened, and his speech was completely flat: "The company's stock price continues to decline, and a group of senior executives has finally seized the opportunity to impeach you. I cannot understand who suffers more, you or her."

Complex emotions are fleeting; she couldn't help but let out a long sigh. Then, she hurriedly locked the door again, and with some effort, pushed the low cabinet beside her to block it. She even placed a glass vase on top of it—if there was even the slightest noise, she would wake up immediately

He Chen could not possibly misunderstand her meaning, and he directly threw the electric heater into her arms: "This belongs to Feng Jue's daughter."

Wen Wan hung up the phone with a smile. She lost her job, and suddenly had no income in the short term. She did not have much capital to squander, so she had to start looking for a new job immediately. Without income, her sense of security would diminish even further. It is no wonder that she is pragmatic; the only thing that can provide her with stability now is self-reliance.

A-Jue wisely chose to remain silent

Wen Wan closed her eyes in frustration, choosing to remain silent.

Wen Wan knew he would definitely bring this up, as the men of the He family were all engaged in open and covert struggles, each treating her as a trophy in their internal conflicts. She felt somewhat annoyed, but the setting was not suitable for her to express her anger: "He Chen and I are not what you think we are."

Wen Wan忍着笑: "Actually, it's you who wants to sleep with this man, isn't it?"

Suppressing the urge to ask further, she turned her head to glance out the window: "I know—"

Wen Wan realized that she was thinking about that man again, and hurriedly shook her head to dispel this sudden feeling. She simply stopped looking at He Yuan and turned her head to look elsewhere

Even without looking at He Chen, she could vaguely sense that the man was occasionally casting teasing glances at her. Her heart grew increasingly frustrated; this man was truly too dangerous and too cunning. He was evidently very aware of a woman's psychology, and before she knew it, it was as if he had cast a spell on her. That kiss in the morning felt like a bewitchment!

He was the first to rise, and Wen Wan stared at his back for a long time, only to realize that this man was actually not wearing any clothes

He Chen curved the corners of his mouth and gently turned her face towards him, saying: "Are you really not considering my suggestion? There is no one more suitable than me for you at the moment, and even if there were, they wouldn't dare to compete with me"

He shook his head, fell silent for a moment, and then stared at her seriously: "Please continue."

Wen Wan read some messages from the depths of his eyes, as if he was merely lonely and just wanted to hear someone talk. She smiled and began to speak, sharing trivial matters, both boring and interesting.

It is nothing, I have already explained it to him

Wen Wan had no desire to discuss the matter further and simply replied: I have resigned

He Tingyan quietly looked at her and asked, "Has he made things difficult for you?"

Wen Wan rolled her eyes: "Have you ever seen a girl who is twenty-eight years old?"

Wen Wan emerged from the bathing room, and the man had long since vanished from the room, leaving only the pale yellow curtains gently swaying. A cold wind rushed in through the window, sending a chill down her spine

Wen Wan understood that there was no need for an explanation at this time. This job was actually arranged by Zhou Erlan. Now that the ties with the Gu family have been severed, the job has also been appropriately discarded, which is truly...

Wen Wan felt a sense of embarrassment again; after all, she had never been on a blind date, and hearing the other party say this now seemed somewhat forced.

Xiao Xiao snorted through her nose, turned around, and had already dragged her in front of that man, squinting her eyes with a flattering expression: "Director, this is the friend I told you about."

Suddenly I dream of He Chen, and suddenly it is He Tingyan

He Chen did not know where to find sanitary products for her, and surprisingly, he even thoughtfully brought over some brown sugar water. The most suspicious thing was... he was actually holding a cartoon electric heating pad in his hand

He Yuan gently traced the rim of the cup, and Wen Wan noticed that this man had very clean fingers. However, his facial features, like He Chen's, were somewhat stern and profound, which did not make him appear effeminate; rather, it enhanced his warm demeanor. Leaning against the back of the chair, he smiled lightly and said, "There's no need to be nervous; just think of it as having tea among friends. Xiao Xiao insisted on arranging this, and I really couldn't refuse."

He Yuan ate with great elegance, and Wen Wan watched him, unexpectedly reminded of He Chen. These two were indeed biological brothers; in the moment they lowered their heads, they bore an uncanny resemblance, even their elegance was strikingly similar. However, He Chen exuded a much more masculine aura than the man before her, and everything he did carried a fierce intensity.

I do not know if it is because of the sudden onset of my menstrual period, but I did not sleep well all night. Staying in an unfamiliar place already makes it difficult to sleep soundly, and I was plagued by nightmares.

Wen Wan barely steadied herself, and when she finally saw the man's appearance, her whole body suddenly stiffened. Does this world really have to be so melodramatic

Xiao Xiao stopped and glared at her fiercely, leaving Wen Wan with no choice but to silently close her mouth

She slowly stood up, a smile on her lips: "Thank you, Director, for your care during this time"

Xiao Xiao snorted through her nose and said, "So this matter is indeed suspicious, and even my close friends cannot figure out what exactly is going on."

Wen Wan felt a weakness in her legs: "Others use unspoken rules to seek out beautiful women and handsome men, yet you, under the table, actually chose a divorced woman as your boss. Xiao Xiao, are you still capable of doing this?"

What is the greatest fear of a person

Wen Wan turned around without looking back and walked in the other direction. He Chen quickly caught up, directly picking him up in a horizontal embrace.

Isn't this just house arrest

She was a bit noisy, but the man sleeping behind her did not open his eyes; instead, he murmured in a low voice, "Are you awake?"

He Chen furrowed his brows and took a moment to understand her meaning. With his arms crossed over his chest, he leaned against the door frame and looked at her with great disdain, saying, "You are just using this excuse to brush me off."

Wen Wan was momentarily frozen, neither standing up nor sitting down. Finally, she placed her bag back in its original position and took a big sip of the juice in front of her: "... ... Alright, you eat first."

Wen Wan discreetly directed all her attention to the newspaper, and as soon as she opened the first page, she was immediately stunned by the prominent headline

She was struggling for her life inside, when suddenly someone gently knocked on the door. All the hairs on Wen Wan's body stood on end in alarm: "Who is it?"

He Chen leaned forward, supporting himself with both arms as he silently locked eyes with her, slowly bending down to press his lips against hers, kissing her gently. This time, his strength was just right, even carrying a hint of tenderness. Wen Wan admitted that the atmosphere at this moment was so perfect that, without realizing it, she shyly responded.

He Chen's hands were large, and his fingers were long and beautiful. At this moment, those big hands gently covered her lower abdomen, applying just the right amount of pressure to avoid causing her pain. Wen Wan was frozen in place, not moving. She had always been light sleeper; any slight noise would wake her immediately. But when did this man climb into bed last night? She didn't feel a thing.

In the end, this person's intentions always go straight to the point. Every time she is alone with him, he behaves particularly frivolously, as if there is only that kind of matter between men and women. ... Wen Wan increasingly dislikes this person, and as she turns over, preparing to ignore him, she slightly moves and feels something unusual beneath her.

Previously, he had thoroughly taken advantage of her in the car. To say she wasn't angry would be a lie, yet at this moment, Wen Wan found it inexplicably difficult to feel any anger, as if her state of mind towards him had become increasingly strange.

She couldn't help but smooth his neatly styled bangs and said, "How could that be? I said I wanted to be friends with you, so whatever you want to say, I'm all ears."

The more this is the case, the greater the fear, as if something is quietly spreading in the depths of the heart

I want to be alone for a while, I apologize. " Wen Wan said as she stood up and left, not caring about the expressions of the two people behind her

He Tingyan listened with particular attentiveness

The temperature of the air conditioner is somewhat high, and there is a feeling of dryness and stuffiness in the air. Meng Xingliang lightly tapped the table with his curled fingers, while his other hand waved near the humidifier, before saying: "Either you go back and rest for a while, wait for the commotion to pass, and then the courtyard will rehire you."

Wen Wan was momentarily at a loss for words, and in the brief moment of daze, the man had already opened the car door and walked over.

Wen Wan pulled the quilt over her head, speaking in a muffled tone: "Don't mind me, just go quickly"

"No." Wen Wan directly interrupted her, somewhat resistant to this possibility

The words were vague yet carried a hint of ambiguity, and Xiao Xiao cast a strange glance at He Yuan.

Men are all practical creatures driven by their lower halves, and at this moment, Wen Wan's feelings could not be more evident

Wen Wan couldn't help but rub her forehead: "Does matchmaking have to be like this? Will it have to be like this every time we meet in the future, otherwise it feels a bit deceptive?"

Xiao Xiao sighed: "In any case, now that things have happened, you should be careful. There is a high possibility that you have been implicated by He Chen. A person like him is truly always surrounded by scandals. I have heard that the He family is already in a complete mess."

Even if it was just a casual remark from him, it still sounded somewhat different to her ears

He Chen felt her gaze, and to his surprise, she appeared completely indifferent: "The negative impact has already been made; being angry and depressed will only harm oneself. In the end, it is still oneself who suffers. Since I have done nothing wrong, why should I punish myself with the sordid thoughts of others?"

Wen Wan did not speak, probably knowing what Meng Xingliang was about to say next

He Yuan's health still seemed to be poor, as he wore heavy and warm clothing even in a moderately warm environment, his skin appearing almost translucent white under the sunlight. He picked up the coffee in front of him and took a sip, furrowing his brow as he gazed out the window, seemingly deep in thought. After a while, he raised his head to look at her and said: "People outside do not know about my relationship with the He family, because I have been in poor health since childhood and spent most of my time abroad for treatment. Moreover, I am not interested in the He family's business, so I did not deliberately inform Xiao Xiao."

Before Wen Wan could understand how He Tingyan would obediently return with He Chen, she realized that the two mismatched individuals living together would likely lead to constant conflict. As the butler brought her to the guest room door, she suddenly understood.

He Chen merely glanced at him with a smile that was not quite a smile.

When Wen Wan took a taxi to the hospital, she noticed that a considerable number of reporters were blocked at the entrance. She entered through the back door, while the large iron gate in front was securely locked, effectively preventing that group of reporters from getting through one by one

Wen Wan realized that she was actually appreciating He Chen's physique, and immediately turned her head in shock to look at the ceiling, reflecting on herself. Could it be that she was really approaching thirty, living up to the saying of being as fierce as a wolf or tiger? After all, she was only twenty-eight.

Wen Wan wanted to ask how she explained it, as she had an unsettling premonition. Moreover, it was truly incomprehensible that a man would agree to meet her after seeing such photos.

Xiao Xiao said seriously: "Hurry up and eat, later on, be a bit more refined in front of others, but don't be overly refined. Also, when others ask you a question, respond like it's an interview; show your innocent and radiant side as a little girl."

Xiao Xiao is not wrong; her entire childhood was marked by abandonment by those she loved. No matter how carefully she tried to please them, she ultimately could not escape this fate

He nodded towards the two people at the door, and they immediately walked over in an orderly manner, like robots receiving instructions. The butler led them away and, before leaving, pointedly remarked: "There are surveillance cameras and dedicated personnel throughout the house, Miss Wen can sleep soundly at night, it is very safe"

Wen Wan smiled but did not speak, and that smile lasted until she stepped out of the director's office, only then gradually fading away. However, in just one night, everything changed; she suddenly recalled the meaningful smile of Zhou Erlan when she left the Gu family last night

Unknowingly, she had stayed in his room for a long time. When Wen Wan opened the door, she saw He Chen leaning against the wall opposite her, his attractive lips curved in an ambiguous smile, which appeared even more dazzling in her eyes. It seemed that there were surveillance cameras throughout the house, and it was likely that every move she made with He Tingyan had been under his watchful gaze.

Wen Wan took a deep breath and raised her hand to knock on the guest room door in front of her

He Chen stood in place and looked at her for a while. Seeing her face turn pale as paper, he then reached out and pinched her chin: "Even if you had a hundred times the courage, you wouldn't dare to deceive me"

Wen Wan felt somewhat awkward holding that pile of things. He Chen, seeing that she did not move, turned around with a forced smile and said, "What? Do you want me to help you?"

This "he" certainly refers to He Chen. In the past, He Tingyan would still show some consideration and respectfully refer to him as "Third Uncle," but now he has even omitted the title altogether. It seems that the relationship between the two has indeed deteriorated significantly in recent days

Wen Wan's corner of the eye darkened, unable to hold back, she interrupted her: "Could you please consider my feelings when you speak?"

Xiao Xiao, with a face full of joy, pulled the two people to sit down: "Since we know each other, that's even better; it gives us more common topics to discuss"

This man is truly a typical example of being slim in clothes but muscular when undressed

Come here

Meng Xingliang raised his hand to stop her: "I mentioned before that you should act more discreetly. Now that the newspapers have written it this way, many people are even starting to question the professional ethics of our hospital's doctors. Just look at how many calls I've received this morning."

Wen Wan looked at him disapprovingly and said, "Don't say such things, it makes me very uncomfortable"

Wen Wan nodded slightly, yet still did not know what to say

He gently rubbed his forehead against hers, his soft lips brushing over her high nose bridge, and in a low voice, he whispered in her ear: "Are you still angry?"

Wen Wan did not mind; she had tasted things far worse than this when she was young. She had never dared to be picky about food, but just looking at this item made her unable to help but think of Gu Mingchen

He Yuanchui lowered his gaze with a light smile, his fingers gliding over the gleaming spoon, his tone revealing no hint of joy or anger: "Doctor Wen is indeed too double-standard; your relationship with the third one is clearly not simple."

During the interim, Xiao Xiao went to the restroom, and the remaining two fell silent for a moment

He Chen felt somewhat perplexed

Xiao Xiao has been gone for a long time, and it is uncertain whether she thought it clever to arrange for the two of them to be alone. Wen Wan, however, has long felt like she was sitting on pins and needles. Soon, she felt her phone vibrate. The text message was from Xiao Xiao, written in a very cheeky tone: "No need to thank me, have fun, I'm leaving now"