The ex-wife is rebellious, which makes the CEO feel troubled

At the dinner table, Gu Huaijing felt that his appetite had been whetted, much better than at home. Especially the dumplings made by Ning Xi, which tasted particularly delicious.

Rong Qingyun asked curiously, "Why don't you eat the dumplings you made yourself, but always eat the ones Xiaoxi made?"

Gu Huaijing coughed lightly: "The ones I made... tasted average."

Rong Qingyun laughed: "They are all the same dough, the same stuffing, how can the taste be different? I think it's because the people who made them are different that you feel the taste is different, right?"

"Teacher Rong, you are too kind to me. We are all cooked in the same pot, so it's not that exaggerated." Ning Xi said.

"This is the truth. I saw him only eat two bites before. How can such a big man not get enough nutrition?" Rong Qingyun saw that he had almost finished eating, so he raised his chin towards Ning Xi, "Huai Jing, this time it was Xiao Xi who helped you, you shouldn't thank her, right?"

Gu Huaijing nodded, took out a beautifully wrapped light pink gift box from the drawer of the coffee table behind him, and said softly: "It just so happens that this is the birthday present I bought for you before. I didn't have the chance to give it to you before, so I brought it today."

Ning Xi was about to decline when she heard Rong Qingyun say, "Since you are all partners, don't be so polite."

Gu Huaijing also said: "In the future cooperation, it is inevitable that there will be troubles in your place, please accept it."

His tone was sincere, so Ning Xi couldn't refuse forcefully, so she said, "...Thank you."

The action of unpacking the package seemed to take an extremely long time for Gu Huaijing. This was a gift he had worked hard to find, and he hoped that Ning Xi would really like it.

After Ning Xi saw what was lying quietly in the velvet box, a hint of surprise did flash across her eyes.

It was a velvet headband inlaid with light-colored tourmaline, with a small and cute bow on it. The tourmaline added a touch of nobility and dignity to the whole, blending with the girl's cuteness, which was wonderful.

This was the limited edition headband from Y that she had liked a long time ago, but at that time she was still living with the Gu family and had no extra money to buy it.

In the end, even she herself almost forgot about it.

Seeing that she liked it, Gu Huaijing breathed a sigh of relief and couldn't help but smile as well.

Ning Xi asked curiously, "I remember this headband is an anniversary edition. There are only fifty pieces in the world. The ones on the market should have been sold out long ago."

"Yes, they are sold out nationwide. I bought them from a friend who collects hair accessories overseas. They are brand new."

Ning Xi knew how expensive this thing was without Gu Huaijing's detailed explanation.

"This is too expensive."

Gu Huaijing quickly added: "Because we are friends, he gave me a discount. You don't have to worry about this."

Now Ning Xi was speechless.

Rong Qingyun looked at Gu Huaijing, then at Ning Xi, and couldn't help but smile.

"Xiao Xi, since you happen to like this headband, why not wear it now. I think this color goes well with your skirt today."

Ning Xi was touched by her suggestion, but the plastic seal was pulled so tight that she couldn't open it.

Seeing this, Gu Huaijing took the thing over, cut an opening with the scissors on the coffee table, took out the hairband, and helped Ning Xi put it on.

His tall figure loomed over her, and Ning Xi said, "I can do it myself..."

Gu Huaijing did not give her a chance to refuse, and said softly: "Don't move, it will be fine soon."

The refreshing scent of cologne wafted in her face, and Ning Xi subconsciously lowered her eyes, not meeting Gu Huaijing's gaze.

Gu Huaijing found a suitable angle and put on the headband carefully. She had a small face and beautiful features. Wearing this wine red headband made her skin look even whiter, her lips redder, her eyes brighter, and her teeth whiter.

"Our Xiaoxi is so pretty." Rong Qingyun smiled and stroked her long, silky hair. "She is so pretty, Xiaoxi must have many young men pursuing her, right? If you find someone you like, you must tell me and I will help you screen them."

Ning Xi laughed: "Who is chasing me? I don't even want to think about it now."

"Is that so?" Rong Qingyun glanced at Gu Huaijing, and Gu Huaijing immediately understood.

The expression on Ning Xi's face when she answered just now didn't seem fake. It seemed that she really had no interest in Ji Yunxu.

It was just that man's wishful thinking.

Thinking of this, Gu Huaijing still felt a little anxious.

Ji Yunxu is different from He Zhao. He Zhao is a fiancé who suddenly showed up, and he doesn't seem to have much brains. But Ji Yunxu has known Ning Xi since childhood, and he is courteous to her under the guise of a friend.

And Ning Xi probably doesn't know what he is thinking!

After finishing the meal, the two said goodbye to Rong Qingyun: "Teacher Rong, we will leave first."

"Hey, be careful on the road."

This time Ning Xi was not in a hurry to leave. They were still some distance away from the garage, so she and Gu Huaijing walked slowly under the street lights.

The wind blew in the evening, and Ning Xi's dress inevitably looked a little thin at this time. She shivered subconsciously because of the cold.

A suit jacket with a fresh scent was put on at the right time.

Gu Huaijing said in a gentle voice: "Put it on, don't catch a cold."

But he only had a shirt left.

Ning Xi said: "This is not suitable..."

"Don't be polite to me," Gu Huaijing said calmly, "If you catch a cold or a fever again, it will only affect your work further."

Ning Xi was stunned. It was indeed the case.

In the past few days, she was either caught in the rain or soaked in the flood. When she woke up yesterday, she found herself feeling a little dizzy.

It is true that one cannot lose the big picture for the sake of small gains. The company is very busy right now and all employees are working around the clock. She cannot be absent.

"...Thank you." Ning Xi hesitated for a moment, and finally couldn't help asking, "Why are you helping me?"

"I just don't want you to get sick."

Ning Xi shook her head: "That's not what I'm talking about. Teacher Rong, were you the one who helped me make the connection?"

So this is what you are talking about.

When Mr. Rong told him that Ning Xi already knew the truth, he hesitated: "If I make the decision on my own and she finds out, will she feel offended?"

Rong Qingyun patted his shoulder and said, "Silly boy, how can you be so nervous when doing good things? Xiaoxi is not so ungrateful. When I told her about it, her reaction seemed to be grateful to you!"

"Really?"

"Why would I lie to you? You are just too honest. Sometimes it's better to speak out. If you keep it secret, who will know how much you have sacrificed? If she wants to ask you, you are not allowed to keep it to yourself anymore!"

Thinking of Rong Qingyun's earnest advice, Gu Huaijing nodded and said frankly: "It's me."

"What's the reason for doing this?" Ning Xi asked.

"The reason is very simple, because I want to see you happy, that's all."

Gu Huaijing looked at her quietly for a moment, his obsidian eyes showing a hint of tenderness. "I know you want to build a career for the company. Teacher Rong also wants to pass on Ou embroidery, so when I found out, I went to find her as soon as possible."

Ning Xi was so frank and sincere that she didn't know what to say for a moment. She turned her head away and said softly, "You don't have to do this."

Seeing that she didn't buy it nor was she angry, Gu Huaijing still spoke in a very calm tone.

"Whatever I do, it's my own business, and I don't ask for anything in return. So, you don't have to feel burdened by it."

I love you, it has nothing to do with you.