A cold front swept through, plunging the capital into a sudden chill that never lifted, marking the official onset of winter.
Though the weather grew colder, the relationship between Jian Suiying and Li Yu gradually warmed. They began interacting like any ordinary couple.
The novelty hadn't worn off yet, so they met at least once or twice a week, and often spent the entire weekend.
The two stumbled along, bickering and making up, maintaining a relationship that defied clear definition. Before they knew it, half a year had passed.
Li Yu and Jian Suilin, both on school break, had come to help Jian Suiying. Yet despite seeing Li Yu daily, Jian Suiying was so swamped she couldn't even spare a glance to tease him.
He entrusted the matter to Jian Suilin and then completely forgot about it.
Unexpectedly, it was these three units that ended up causing trouble.
As the year-end approached, Jian Suiying found himself busier than ever—not only with company affairs but also with the formal exchange of gifts and courtesies.
His phone buzzed almost every few minutes. When he saw Jian Suilin's name on the caller ID, he almost didn't answer.
Finally, after seeing Jian Suilin send an "urgent" text message, he answered the call.
The moment he answered, Jian Suilin's tone sounded highly unusual, almost timid as he said, "Brother, I've run into a bit of a problem..."
..."
"Who? Bai Xinyu? How did he find out?"
"Damn it, and you just told him?"
"No, I didn't tell him. But somehow, he actually knows Director Fan's niece. I'd just gotten a copy of her ID card, and he asked if I was giving it to Director Fan."
Jian Suiying snorted coldly. "That kid's got nothing else going for him, but he sure is sharp when it comes to this kind of thing. And you—
stuff lying around carelessly? If you can't handle something this simple, what else can you possibly do?"
Jian Suilin admitted, "Brother, this was definitely my oversight."
Jian Suiying sighed: "Every extra person who knows means one more risk. Especially that dimwit Bai Xinyu
... Did you warn him not to blab about it?"
"Yes, I told him not to tell anyone. I figured since he's family, he wouldn't blab. But...
..."
"But what?
"He... he insisted on handling this himself."
Jian Suiying frowned. "What does that mean?"
"Brother Yu said his parents are currently looking for a location for a hotel project that requires Director Fan's approval. He wants to use this opportunity to build a connection with him."
Jian Suilin cautiously asked, "Brother, what should we do about this?"
"There's no way I'm letting him handle this. Even the simplest task given to him is bound to go wrong." "Then..."
"Understood..."
"I'm busy now and don't have time to settle accounts with you. Keep important things secure from now on. If this kind of mess happens again, you'll
don't come messing with my company again." "Brother, I'm sorry..."
Before he could finish, Jian Suiying hung up.
Two days later, however, he received a call from his aunt.
The moment Jian Suiying saw the caller ID, he knew what it was about. Sure enough, his aunt tactfully requested over the phone
to have Bai Xinyu handle the property matter alongside Xiao Linzi, giving him an opportunity to meet Director Fan. With his aunt personally calling, Jian Suiying couldn't refuse and agreed.
Soon after, the company granted its annual leave.
After such a grueling stretch, Jian Suiying finally got a chance to catch his breath and relax.
Li Yu paused slightly with the book in his hand, his expression unchanged as he said: "Your cousin is a major headache. Even if Sui Lin is handling this, I still think it carries significant risk."
"Oh? Why do you think so?"
Li Yu turned a page in his book, eyes fixed intently on the printed text. "I also don't think anything will go wrong with this matter
. Since you brought it up, I'll just share my thoughts offhand."
Jian Suiying tossed her PSP aside and wrapped her arms around his waist. "What are you staring at? You've been at it forever. It's rare to have a day off—can't you give your eyes a break?"
Li Yu didn't look up, replying casually, " "
Jian Suiying pretended not to hear, swiping his books aside with a flick of her hand. She grinned, "Look at me instead. Give your eyes a break."
Li Yu finally glanced down at him, his expression slightly awkward.
Jian Suiying hooked his arm around Li Yu's neck, pulling his head down to press a kiss onto his lips. Li Yu leaned in to meet him, planting several kisses on his face.
Jian Suiying suddenly grew eager, slipping his hand inside Li Yu's clothes to caress his waist and abdomen, impatiently tugging at his shirt.
Though they'd been together just that morning, over ten days without intimacy had left them starved.
Now that Jian Suiying had his strength back, he wanted to make love to Li Yu passionately, to satisfy their longing for each other.
They knew each other's bodies intimately, quickly becoming passionate as they released all the desire they'd held for each other during their separation.