Chapter 404: Yan Luoxi’s Cheeky Move? An Exasperated Gu Yizhou

Chapter 404: Chapter 404: Yan Luoxi’s Cheeky Move? An Exasperated Gu Yizhou

"Mmm..."

Yan Luoxi smiled at Gu Yizhou’s words. "It was already very late when I finished work last night," she said softly. "I saw your message and was afraid you’d worry, so I came over this morning."

"Uh..."

Gu Yizhou was touched by what Yan Luoxi said.

But at the same time, his heart ached for her.

’This silly girlfriend of mine!’

He reached out with his right hand, gently taking Yan Luoxi’s hand. In a soft, tender voice, he said, "You silly girl~"

Hearing such tenderness from Gu Yizhou, a faint blush crept onto Yan Luoxi’s cheeks, and she grew a little shy.

Ever since they’d made their relationship official, Yan Luoxi found herself blushing easily in front of Gu Yizhou. There was no trace of the aloof, icy female president she was known to be.

"By the way, Xixi, how did you get in?"

Something suddenly occurred to Gu Yizhou, and he asked curiously, "If I remember correctly, I locked the door last night, right?"

"Well..."

Yan Luoxi hesitated at his words. She looked at Gu Yizhou and said in a small voice, "I found a locksmith and told him I’d forgotten my key. He helped me open the door."

Yan Luoxi told a little lie.

’What else could I do!’

’She couldn’t possibly tell Gu Yizhou that she’d secretly had a copy of his key made ages ago!’

Gu Yizhou was left speechless.

After hearing Yan Luoxi’s explanation, Gu Yizhou was at a loss for words.

’A locksmith...’

’You’re really something else!’

’Yan Luoxi, oh, Yan Luoxi... how did you even come up with that?!’

He shook his head in resignation and said, "Alright, I’ll give you my spare key later. Don’t call a locksmith again, or people might think you’re a burglar!"

"Uh... about that..."

Yan Luoxi faltered when she heard Gu Yizhou say he would give her a key.

"What’s wrong?"

Gu Yizhou asked, looking at her.

"I... I already had the locksmith make me a spare key..."

Yan Luoxi said quietly.

Gu Yizhou: "..."

’What else could he say?’

He could only remain silent.

"You’re... you’re not angry, are you?"

Yan Luoxi asked, her voice small and hesitant.

At her words, Gu Yizhou didn’t know whether to laugh or cry.

’Angry? Like hell!’

’I’m just so stunned by your resourcefulness I don’t know what to do!’

"No."

"It’s nothing to be angry about."

Gu Yizhou shook his head. "It’s perfect that you have a key now. From now on, just come over whenever you miss me."

"Mmm-hmm."

Yan Luoxi smiled, a mischievous glint in her eye.

She thought for a moment before saying, "So, did you like the breakfast I made you? I can make it for you more often."

"Uh..."

At her words, an image of the two slightly burnt fried eggs flashed through Gu Yizhou’s mind.

’At a time like this, unless he was an idiot, he definitely wouldn’t say he didn’t like it!’

"Mmm-hmm!"

Gu Yizhou nodded enthusiastically. "I do! Of course, I do. The breakfast you made was delicious. I loved it."

However, he immediately changed his tune. "But... I think I should be the one to do the cooking. After all, the oily fumes in the kitchen aren’t good for your skin!"

A brilliant smile returned to Yan Luoxi’s face. Her eyes narrowed into crescents, a clear sign that she was delighted.

"Mmm-hmm."

Yan Luoxi smiled and nodded, her heart filled with sweetness. Looking at Gu Yizhou, she said softly, "Okay. Then I’ll be in charge of the dishes, and you’ll do the cooking. We’ll work together."

A look of adoration flickered in Gu Yizhou’s eyes. He smiled and gently patted Yan Luoxi’s head. "Alright," he said. "Let’s work together to build our own cozy little home."

They looked at each other and smiled, as if they could already see their wonderful future together.

...

「9:10 AM.」

Gu Yizhou and Yan Luoxi arrived together in the underground parking garage of Tidal Group.

Gu Yizhou and Yan Luoxi stepped into the elevator together, their hands clasped tightly, their mutual affection seemingly deepening in that quiet moment.

Inside the elevator, Gu Yizhou looked at Yan Luoxi, his eyes filled with warmth and concern. "Xixi," he asked softly, "what’s your schedule like today? Do you need me to help you with any company business?"

Yan Luoxi smiled and shook her head. "There’s no need, Yizhou. You have your own work to do today. I can handle it. Don’t worry."

"Alright."

Gu Yizhou nodded. He knew Yan Luoxi was an independent and capable woman who could handle the company’s affairs just fine.

But he couldn’t help but add, "Take care of yourself, then, and don’t get too tired. Let me know if anything comes up. I’ll be by your side in a flash."

A warm feeling washed over Yan Luoxi. She looked deeply at Gu Yizhou, her eyes filled with gratitude and affection. She nodded gently and said, "Thank you, Yizhou. Having you by my side makes me feel so secure."

The elevator reached his floor, and Gu Yizhou stepped out first.

Yan Luoxi, however, continued riding the elevator up to the president’s office on the top floor.

She had a lot to deal with today, so she walked straight into her office after exiting the elevator and got to work.

Meanwhile, Gu Yizhou returned to his own desk.

"Hey, Brother Zhou, why are you so late today? You’re officially late!"

He had just sat down when He Mingyi, his sycophantic deskmate, leaned over and whispered.

"Oh, something came up. Got held up on the way, so I’m a little late."

Gu Yizhou said offhandedly.

With that, he turned on his computer and started on his work for the day.

’As for getting docked for being late?’

’He came in with Yan Luoxi. Dock him? As if!’

’Besides, the entire group belongs to his girlfriend. Any money they docked would eventually be his anyway, so who cares!’

"Oh, right."

Seeing that Gu Yizhou had nothing more to say, He Mingyi tactfully shut his mouth.

He wasn’t worried about Gu Yizhou getting docked for being late, either.

’President Yan is his girlfriend!’

’Dock him? As if!’

...

「Time passed quietly, and in the blink of an eye, it was noon.」

After finishing his work, Gu Yizhou glanced at the time, thinking he should go have lunch with Yan Luoxi. He stood up, ready to head to her office.

Just then, he suddenly remembered something.

’He hadn’t seen the cat this morning, had he?’

Yan Luoxi’s sudden appearance had kept his attention focused entirely on her.

He hadn’t even noticed whether Xiaobai was home or not.

He thought back and realized he hadn’t heard the cat meowing this morning either.

’It really seems like that little guy Xiaobai isn’t home!’

Gu Yizhou sighed and shook his head helplessly at the thought.

’He probably snuck out to play again, just like last time!’

’Oh well! Xiaobai will come back on his own tonight anyway,’ Gu Yizhou thought.

If Yan Luoxi knew what Gu Yizhou was thinking right now, who knows what she would make of it...