Yu Xiaoduo was absolutely shocked—and this wasn’t an act. She really hadn’t expected it. That woman didn’t look like a thirty-three-year-old at all.
Seeing Yu Xiaoduo’s dumbstruck expression, Bai Ji was in a great mood. After all, it had been a long time since anyone had spoken to her like this. She couldn’t even hear sweet talk from men anymore, because none of them dared to say it.
“Miss Gu must have a boyfriend, right?”
“Not yet.”
“I suppose so. Miss Gu is so outstanding that it’s hard to find anyone worthy of you.”
Yu Xiaoduo chuckled softly. “Mr. Bai’s other half must be pretty amazing too.”
“Me? I’m not interested in men,” Bai Ji said calmly.
Whoa, so Mr. Bai doesn’t have a husband. No wonder her skin is so nice. But if such a piece of “art” really did have a man, just imagine how many people would be envious.
“The higher you climb, the lonelier you get. Miss Gu, you’ll understand that someday.”
Seeing that trace of loneliness in Bai Ji’s eyes, Yu Xiaoduo felt a pang of emotion. At their level, finding a partner really was tough. Look down, and you can’t settle. Look up… well, there aren’t many people higher up anyway.
Bai Ji reached up to rub her neck, her delicate brows furrowing slightly.
“Mr. Bai, is your neck bothering you?”
“Yeah, I’ve been busy lately. I took today off to rest while meeting you—soaking in the hot springs to unwind.”
“If you don’t mind, I could give you a massage.”
Bai Ji looked a little surprised. “Oh? You know how to massage?”
“Sometimes my mom’s neck bothers her, so I’m the one who massages it. I even learned a few specific techniques.” Yu Xiaoduo wasn’t trying to take advantage of the situation. At home, she really did massage her parents’ shoulders.
“Alright then, go ahead.” Bai Ji’s smile grew warmer.
Yu Xiaoduo moved behind Bai Ji. Being this close made her heart race. “Mr. Bai, you smell amazing. Such an enchanting fragrance.”
Only Yu Xiaoduo would dare say something like that. Anyone else wouldn’t have the nerve.
But Bai Ji wasn’t angry. She chuckled lightly. “Miss Gu, you’ve got such a sweet mouth. Such an enchanting little tongue. If you were a man, you’d fool so many girls.”
Yu Xiaoduo: “…”
As Yu Xiaoduo’s hands pressed down, Bai Ji couldn’t help but let out a soft moan that nearly made Yu Xiaoduo lose her soul. Was this something you could listen to without paying?
Gradually, Bai Ji’s expression relaxed, and she even ended up leaning against Yu Xiaoduo. Her lazy, carefree look was utterly captivating.
“It’s been so long since I’ve felt this relaxed,” Bai Ji said softly, her beautiful eyes closed.
Yu Xiaoduo gently kneaded her delicate shoulders. The soft, smooth sensation sent tingles through every nerve. She said softly, “Mr. Bai, don’t think about anything else today. Just enjoy this day.”
“Alright then. I’ll listen to you for once.”
Yu Xiaoduo’s heart cracked. I was just being polite, and you actually took me seriously. I can’t handle this!
Meanwhile, Gu Wan’er had no idea that Yu Xiaoduo was off having a romantic little spa day. She was completely anxious. It was almost noon, and still no phone call…
“Brother Yu, time to eat.” Zhao Liang suddenly spoke up right beside her, making Gu Wan’er jump. He’s already this fat and still thinking about food.
Growl. Gu Wan’er’s stomach grumbled. She’d rushed out this morning without breakfast, and now she was really hungry.
“Let’s go.”
“Hehe, let’s go have a smoke first. I got some special supply cigarettes from my dad.” Zhao Liang sneakily showed off the pack, like he was making some shady deal.
Gu Wan’er smiled. “My throat feels a bit off today. Let’s do it another time. Save them for me.”
Hearing such normal words from “Yu Xiaoduo,” Zhao Liang grinned. “Don’t worry. I’ll definitely save the good stuff for you.”
At the bathroom entrance, Gu Wan’er said quietly, “I’m going to use the restroom.”
“Same here.” Zhao Liang chuckled, and they walked toward the bathrooms together.
But Zhao Liang turned left, while Gu Wan’er turned right and walked in.
That scared Zhao Liang so much that he jumped back, thinking he’d made a mistake. He looked carefully. No, this was right.
“Ah!” A scream came from the women’s restroom.
Zhao Liang saw “Yu Xiaoduo” walk out like nothing had happened and then head into the men’s room.
“Brother Yu, man, you’re something else. You can storm into the women’s room and come out without even flinching? Your skills have leveled up again.” Zhao Liang gave a thumbs-up. He’d have to remember that move and try it himself sometime.
Gu Wan’er was so annoyed. She made up an excuse on the spot: “I didn’t sleep well last night. I’m a bit out of it today.”
“Maybe I’ll be out of it someday too.” Zhao Liang wiggled his eyebrows, looking ridiculously smug.
He watched his “Brother Yu” walk into a stall and lock the door, looking confused. Oh, he’s taking a dump.
But then Gu Wan’er came out almost immediately. That didn’t make sense to Zhao Liang. Normally when they went to the bathroom together, Brother Yu would always show off, saying he had megaphobia and couldn’t even look down. Today, though, he was being so low-key. In fact, Zhao Liang even felt like Brother Yu was acting a bit coy, swaying his hips as he walked like a woman.
The company cafeteria took up an entire floor. It was luxuriously decorated, with dishes from all over the country. And the best part? Everything was free. Zhao Liang swore that when he first started at the company, he weighed 170 pounds. One year later, he was 200.
“Brother Yu, that’s all you’re eating?” Zhao Liang looked at Gu Wan’er’s tray, curious. It was barely a third of what she usually ate, and all vegetables.
Gu Wan’er said flatly, “Not much of an appetite today.”
Zhao Liang figured that made sense. Still, he tried to comfort her. “Brother Yu, it’s been a whole morning and still no word. Maybe Ms. Gu has already forgotten about it.”
“Hopefully.”
Just then, the phone in her pocket rang. Seeing the caller ID, Gu Wan’er felt a surge of joy. She stepped into a corner and asked worriedly, “Are you okay?”
“Ms. Gu, I almost died!” At that very moment, Yu Xiaoduo was lying on a soft, single-seater sofa, her legs propped up as she admired the view. Beside her were plates of exquisite strawberries, grapes, cantaloupe, and more.
This wasn’t “almost dying”—it was the ultimate luxury. But Yu Xiaoduo wasn’t exactly lying. She was dying, all right—dying of pleasure.
“What happened? Did she hit you?” Gu Wan’er clearly believed Yu Xiaoduo’s words. That Mr. Bai was certainly capable of something like that.
Eating a strawberry the size of an egg, Yu Xiaoduo looked absolutely delighted, but her voice was serious. “No, but it was definitely mental torture. Still, I refused to give in. I fought to the last second without surrendering. Mr. Bai is terrifying—you’d need some serious courage just to hold a conversation with her.”
Just thinking about Bai Ji’s alluring figure made Yu Xiaoduo a little dizzy. She’d nearly thrown in the towel.
“What does Mr. Bai want now?” Gu Wan’er asked nervously.
“It’s hard to say what’s on her mind. But thanks to my relentless efforts, things are moving in a good direction. I have to accompany her for a round of golf this afternoon.”
Gu Wan’er breathed a sigh of relief. “You’ve worked hard.”
“Don’t say that, Ms. Gu. If you really want to thank me, just give me a raise and a bigger year-end bonus.”
“Deal. If you get past Mr. Bai, I’ll give you a bonus.”
“Ms. Gu, you’re so generous. Oh, and don’t forget your blind date tonight. Dress sharp, get a haircut, and wash the car before you go.”
