Chapter 86

was overwhelmed by心疼 (heartache). He hugged her tightly. "Luoxi, the situation isn't as bad as what you think. Actually, I..."Before he could finish his sentence, the phone rang abruptly. Being natura...Chapter 86

Luo Yi looked cautiously at Li An, who was watching TV on the sofa, and whispered in reply, "Even if they haven't made up yet, their relationship must be good now; otherwise, Li An wouldn't be so happy!"

Ni Xuanyi nodded. She had seen how terrible Li An looked after a breakup, and she could tell that he was indeed very cheerful these days.

After eating with Ni Xuanyi, Luo Yi headed to the dining room. Li An stretched lazily and stood up, saying, "I'm tired. I'll go back to my room to sleep now. Enjoy yourselves!"

"Okay, good night," Ni Xuanyi said stubbornly to Li An. He also wished her a good night but suddenly turned his head toward her and winked twice, with a sharp glint in his eyes that showed no sign of tiredness at all.

Ni Xuanyi only then realized that Li An had deliberately given Luo Yi and herself some time and space. She couldn't help blushing.

Luo Yi didn’t ask where Li An was going. He went into his study for a while before coming out, holding a brocade box in his hand. He smiled at Ni Xuanyi and said, "Xuanxuan, turn around."

"Why" Although Ni Xuanyi wondered what this was about, she obediently turned her back to him. She felt an icy sensation on her neck. When she looked down, it was a clear jade disc—the traditional Chinese pendant known as the 'peace knot.' He said, "They say wearing this can ward off evil and misfortune and ensure safety wherever you go. I’ve found one for you."

Ni Xuanyi picked up the peace knot. It felt icy cold in her hand, and she had never seen such high-quality jade before—clear and translucent with a slightly cool touch to it. Even though she didn’t know much about jade, she knew how precious what was in her hand was.

"Is this too expensive" Ni Xuanyi thought that although Luo Yi had given her many gifts before, she always felt grateful for them.

Li Yi pulled the two ends of the red thread and stood behind Ni Xuanyi, carefully adjusting its length. Hearing what she said, he smiled: "These things are just material possessions and don’t amount to much; only people’s safety is truly important." This time when Ni Xuanyi went to the Golden Triangle region, Li Yi really felt worried and afraid.

Ni Xuanyi could feel Li Yi's slightly warm breath on her neck, causing her body to stiffen and making it hard for her to move at all.

Li Yi’s fingers were very hot. During the knot-tying process, his finger pads would occasionally lightly touch Ni Xuanyi's skin, like little flames that burned from the surface right into her five viscera and lungs; her face was flushed.

Ni Xuanyi bit her lip, feeling her trembling heart as she struggled to speak, "Brother Li Yi, thank you."

Li Yi gently patted her head. “You silly girl!”

The next day, Ni Xuanyi and Li Yi went out for a tennis match in the morning; after lunch, Li Yi asked where she wanted to go play since they had to go back to work tomorrow.

Ni Xuanyi thought about it and said, "I want to watch a movie." Couples always like watching movies together, so she wanted to see one with Li Yi.

Li Yi readily agreed.

Since today was the last day of the short holiday, there were many people at the cinema; Ni Xuanyi looked at the noisy scene and worried that the quiet Li Yi wouldn’t like it here. She regretted suggesting this idea and retracted her proposal: "Brother Li Yi, there are too many people. Let's not watch a movie."

"Let’s still go see one. It’s been so long since I’ve entered a cinema," said Li Yi. He didn’t join the crowd to buy tickets but instead paid extra money to ticket scalpers for two; he also carefully bought drinks and popcorn for Ni Xuanyi before entering the movie theater with her.

Luo Yi is exceptionally handsome and moves with grace. Among the chaotic crowd, his unique noble aura stands out even more brilliantly. Walking together with Ni Xuanyi draws a lot of women’s attention; some bold girls even boldly approach him, lifting their dewy faces with eyes filled with undisguised admiration to ask straightforwardly, "Handsome guy, can I have your friend"

"Thank you for the compliment, but I already have a friend." Luo Yi smiles candidly and leans slightly forward, respectfully introducing Ni Xuanyi who was following behind him.

The girls leave disappointed. Sitting down, Ni Xuanyi’s heart still beats wildly because of Luo Yi's words: "I already have a friend."

It is an artistic film; Luo Yi watches it intently. Usually, Ni Xuanyi enjoys such films but today she can’t focus on watching the movie and keeps glancing at Luo Yi, her mind repeatedly replaying those words, “I already have a friend.”

What does Luo Yi mean Is he merely using me as cover or does he really consider me his girlfriend

Ni Xuanyi can’t help but move closer to him. The faint scent of his body wash wafts over, making her feel blessed and happy.

Halfway through the film, there’s an intermission during which Luo Yi seems oblivious to everything and turns to look at Ni Xuanyi. Seeing that she hasn’t touched any popcorn or milk tea in her hands, he curiously asks, "What's wrong Don't you like these"

Blushing, Ni Xuanyi replies, "No, I was just too engrossed in the movie."

When they leave after the film ends and people are streaming out, Luo Yi worries that he might lose sight of Ni Xuanyi, so he tightly holds her hand. In fact, this isn’t their first time holding hands like this but each time she feels the warmth of his broad palm, it leaves her feeling light-headed.

After the long holiday ends, both Ni Xuanyi and Luo Yi start working again; Luo Yi remains as busy as ever while Ni Xuanyi diligently works hard. Luo Yi knows that employees in his company are like an iron army, working very hard under great pressure.

He had once asked Ni Xuanyi whether she wanted to continue her postgraduate studies or even enter politics. He could help her secure a civil service job, which would be stable and leisurely, more suitable for young women.

"I don't want that at all. I like my current work," Ni Xuanyi always felt there was some distance between her and Li Yi; if she changed jobs again, the gap between them would become even harder to bridge.

Seeing that she insisted on keeping her job, Li Yi didn’t force another position upon her. When people are young, they should have aspirations and work hard. Comfort is for older folks.

With Li Yi’s care, Ni Xuanyi worked even more enthusiastically and diligently. If Li Yi was out of town attending meetings, she would volunteer to stay back at the company and work overtime.

Meng Meng and Ruan Xi hadn’t suddenly appeared in Ni Xuanyi's life since their marriage. Ni Xuanyi thought her life could finally be peaceful, but one day after work, she unexpectedly saw Ruan Zhao at the apartment entrance.

"Xuanyan, you look so pretty in your business suit!" Ruan Zhao praised, admiring the curvy and graceful figure of Ni Xuanyi before him.

When Ni Xuanyi visited his home previously, she had worn jeans and T-shirts every day. After finding out that Ruan Zhao was interested in her, she deliberately let herself go even more. Now, with her long hair pulled up and wearing a well-fitting suit, she looked like a completely different person standing in front of Ruan Zhao.

"You... What are you doing here" Ni Xuanyi stared at the Ruan Zhao before her in utter astonishment; she had almost forgotten about him these days.

Ruan Zhao’s demeanor was incredibly calm. He pointed to a gift box inside his car, "I have some business here. Ruan Xi asked me to bring you this present!"ernational and having to struggle to find work everywhere.Had it not been for Yan Luoxi, perhaps Li An might have liked her...He Yufan was enduring day after day, and her resentment towards Yan Luoxi...