The CEO's Wife and First Love

Qiuyan and Lizhen were chatting happily when a sudden knock on the door interrupted their conversation. Qiuyan opened the door and found Bashan standing there with a gloomy face.

"Who are you talking to on the phone?" Bashan's voice revealed obvious displeasure. His brows were tightly furrowed and his eyes stared at Qiuyan sharply.

Qiuyan was startled by Bashan's sudden questioning, and she quickly explained: "I was talking on the phone with my old friend." Her tone was a little flustered, for fear that Bashan would be angry.

However, Bashan did not seem to believe Qiuyan's explanation, and his face became even uglier. Lizhen heard Bashan's blame for Qiuyan and she immediately realized that something was wrong.

"Qiuyan, is there something wrong? If it's not convenient, I'll call you later." Lizhen said understandingly. She didn't want Qiuyan to be embarrassed because of her.

Qiuyan looked at Lizhen gratefully, then said to Bashan, "Oh, it's okay, he's just a colleague of mine who made a movie with me." She tried to make her tone sound relaxed and natural, hoping to calm Bashan's anger.

However, a trace of suspicion welled up in Lizhen's heart. Why was Qiuyan at home on the phone with a male colleague so late at night? And from Bashan's tone, it seemed that he was very dissatisfied with this male colleague. Lizhen couldn't help but wonder if there was something unusual going on.

When Lizhen heard someone blaming Qiuyan, she immediately ended the call because she was afraid of causing trouble for Qiuyan.

"How could you introduce me like that?" There was obvious dissatisfaction and a hint of anger in Bashan's voice. He stared at Qiuyan closely, as if she had just said something extremely wrong.

Since they returned from the beach, Bashan had developed an inseparable feeling for Qiuyan and he was unwilling to be separated from her. So, they rented a house outside and started living together.

Bashan deeply loves Qiuyan, but he is also a very focused person. Since Qiuyan has been with him, he has never allowed other men to have too much contact with Qiuyan, except when filming a movie. However, even in these situations, he always remains vigilant, fearing that Qiuyan will be influenced by other men.

For Bashan, Qiuyan has long surpassed the scope of an ordinary girlfriend. Her position in his heart is equivalent to that of a wife. This relationship is so important to him that he has an almost paranoid possessive desire for it.

He cannot tolerate anyone touching Qiuyan in any way, and even the slightest contact will trigger deep-seated anxiety and anger in him. This possessiveness does not stem from selfishness or a desire for control, but rather reflects his deep love and cherishment for Qiuyan.

He regarded Qiuyan as a part of his life, the one who would accompany him for the rest of his life. Therefore, he would do his utmost to protect this relationship and not let anyone have the chance to destroy it.

"She is a good friend who came to the United States with us. I must not let her know that we are living together! If she finds out, she will definitely tell my husband without hesitation. By then, if my husband knows that we are living together, it will be like stirring up a hornet's nest. The consequences will be unimaginable!" Qiuyan's face was full of anxiety. She explained to Bashan at a rapid speed, as if this matter was imminent and made her anxious. There was a hint of panic in her tone that was hard to conceal.

However, Bashan appeared remarkably calm. The corners of his mouth curled up slightly as he responded nonchalantly, "So what if they know? Are you still afraid of them? If your husband finds out, you can just divorce him. I'll marry you anyway."

Qiuyan's eyes widened in shock upon hearing this. She had never expected Bashan to say such a thing so rashly, which left her feeling shocked and disappointed.

"How can this be? Our relationship hasn't developed to that level yet!" Qiuyan quickly retorted. She felt that Bashan's idea was too simple and irresponsible.

Bashan looked at Qiuyan and saw that her brows were slightly furrowed, and her eyes revealed a hint of confusion and hesitation. He couldn't help but wonder if his behavior made Qiuyan feel uncomfortable.

Bashan took a deep breath, calmed himself, and then said to Qiuyan in a gentle but firm tone: "Qiuyan, I really care about you. I already regard you as my wife. I don't understand why you are still hesitant about our relationship. Is there something I haven't done well enough? Or is there some other reason?"

His eyes were fixed on Qiuyan's, as if he wanted to see through her eyes to see her innermost thoughts.

Qiuyan felt a little guilty when Bashan looked at her. She turned her head away, avoiding Bashan's gaze, and said softly, "Bashan, you know, I have a family. Divorce is not an easy matter. I can't make such a hasty decision."

Bashan stepped forward, held Qiuyan's hand, and said, "Qiuyan, I know you have concerns, but I will give you time. I just hope you can seriously consider our relationship. I really want to be with you."

Qiuyan's hand trembled slightly in Bashan's large grip, and she was deeply troubled. Just then, Qiuyan's phone rang, and the word "husband" appeared on the screen. Qiuyan's face turned pale. She glanced at Bashan nervously, then tremblingly answered the call.

Her husband's gentle voice came from the other end of the line: "Honey, what are you doing?" Qiuyan feigned composure and said, "I... I'm chatting with a friend." Bashan stood aside, quietly watching Qiuyan, his eyes revealing a hint of nervousness and uneasiness. He didn't know how Qiuyan would respond to this call, nor did he know where this relationship would end.

"Oh, it's my son who misses mom, and he wants me to call you. Son, answer the phone." Qiuyan's husband missed Qiuyan himself, and he deliberately said that it was his son who missed Qiuyan.

"Mom, when will you come back? Dad and I miss you." The son's childish voice sounded on the phone.

"Sons, mom misses you too." Hearing her son's voice, Qiuyan's tears immediately welled up in her eyes, perhaps because she missed him so much.

Qiuyan fought back tears, her voice choking slightly as she said, "Be good, son. Mom will be back soon." Her son continued to express his longing for his mother, and Qiuyan's heart broke. Bashan, watching Qiuyan's tears streaming down her face, felt a pang in his heart, and he loosened his clenched fists.

Qiuyan's husband picked up the phone and said gently, "Wife, don't be too tired outside. My son and I are waiting for you at home." Qiuyan responded with a trembling voice, "I know. You have to take care of yourselves too." After hanging up the phone, Qiuyan slumped on the sofa, tears streaming down her face.

Bashan walked to Qiuyan, squatted down, and said softly: "Qiuyan, I know you can't let go of your family, but my feelings for you are also real.

"Qiuyan raised her tearful eyes and looked at Bashan, "Bashan, I am really conflicted. On one hand, there is my husband and lovely son who love me, and on the other hand, there is your deep affection for me." Bashan was silent for a moment and said, "I will give you time to make a decision. No matter what the result is, I respect you." Qiuyan leaned on Bashan's shoulder and cried even more sadly.