A pond full of blooming flowers, an ultimate addiction.

When Jiang Yi arrived at S.unique Studio, Liu Shiya and Lü Haotian were both there. The two chatted warmly with Jiang Yi, but didn't mention anything about what happened that day.

"Second Brother?" Jiang Yi asked in confusion.

"I'm here to inspect the work, after all, I'm also a shareholder." Lü Haotian greeted him with a smile and spoke gently.

"I know, I won't say you're abusing your position for personal gain." Jiang raised an eyebrow and smiled mischievously.

Lu Haotian wasn't in a hurry when Jiang Yi teased him. He said slowly, "Our President Chi is quite free too."

"It would be even better if the company had a few more people as outstanding as General Manager Lü," she retorted casually.

"Xiao Si, let's go change our clothes." Liu Shiya and Jiang Yi went to the changing room together.

Chi Ruiche and Lü Haotian were taken to the photography studio. The two elites sat on a crowded sofa, glancing at the door from time to time, exchanging a few words here and there.

"You've returned to the Lü family?"

Lü Haotian twirled the lighter, his eyes narrowing slightly. "It was arranged by my father. The Lü family also participated in the bidding for that piece of land."

"What gives you the right to ask me this today?" Chi Ruiche asked, his legs crossed, still exuding an imposing aura.

"Lu Er." Lu Haotian put away his lighter.

"Determined to succeed." Short and powerful.

Jiang Yi walked in, lifting her skirt. She wore a pale pink, petal-patterned, strapless gown with a train, named "Floral Stamen," inspired by Monet's paintings. The low-saturation macaron colors of the dress blended with the striking large flowers. The carefully arranged flowers were hand-sewn. The strapless bodice, cinched waist, and puffy skirt, in shades of pink, light pink, pale yellow, and pale rose, made her feel as if she were wearing Monet's garden, light yet lively.

Jiang Yi's hair was styled into large waves and fixed behind her back, revealing matching petal earrings on her ears. She wore a crown made of fresh flowers on her head and a gauze petal around her neck, making her look like an angel who had fallen to earth.

Chi Ruiche's gaze was completely drawn to Jiang Yi, like a magnet, stuck to her and unable to look away.

Jiang Yi posed for photos under the flashing lights, every smile, every gesture captivating Chi Ruiche. He was mesmerized by her bright, white eyes and sparkling gaze; she was like a dazzling starry sky. At that moment, he saw the most beautiful Jiang Yi, and he was completely mesmerized.

Whether it was because Chi Ruiche was there or not, her expressions were very appropriate, and Zhai Rong even praised it as the most beautiful set of photos she had ever taken.

Zhai Rong looked at the photo with satisfaction and muttered to himself, "In fairy tales, princesses always have knights who protect them, overcoming all obstacles, and the knights' armor thus gains warmth."

"Teacher, what did you say?" The assistant next to him asked in a low voice, not understanding what was going on.

"Pack your things, you can go home now." Zhai Rong waved his hand, unplugged the USB drive, and left.

Chi Ruiche and Liu Shiya whispered a few words to each other, and as Liu Shiya's surprise turned into joy, the two reached some kind of agreement.

"Let's go." Chi Ruiche led Jiang Yi away, while Lü Haotian clenched his fist in his pocket, his gaze fixed on the distance, unaware that Liu Shiya was approaching.

"Let's go too." Liu Shiya hooked her arm around his neck and stood on tiptoe to look him in the eye.

"What are you plotting with the boss?" Lu Haotian wrapped his arms around her waist, slowly tightening his grip, and deliberately blew a breath into her ear.

Liu Shiya gave a coquettish "Ouch!" and a tempting smile appeared on her blushing face. "You're so annoying."

Lu Haotian's eyes were sharp, his gaze roaming over every inch of her skin.

Liu Shiya was drawn by an invisible force and surrendered. "Chi Ruiche ordered all the clothes that Xiao Si had tried on to be packed up and sent to his house."

Lu Haotian coughed twice, put his arm around Liu Shiya and left, a faint smile playing on his lips.

The old Jiang family mansion was brightly lit at night. The gentle autumn breeze dispelled the summer heat, and the crescent moon hung high in the sky, casting a warm glow over the night.

"Grandpa, Second Uncle, Second Aunt." Chi Ruiche held Jiang Yi's hand, and then Uncle Wang, carrying several gift boxes, walked behind them.

Grandpa Jiang also changed into a set of Chinese clothes that he would only wear on formal occasions, and his second uncle and aunt also dressed up carefully.

Hearing the noise, Cui Xiuling wiped her hands and came out of the kitchen, happily greeting the two of them.

"mom."

"Auntie." Chi Ruiche smiled gently, exuding elegance and composure in every gesture.

"Come on, call me 'brother' and let me hear it." Jiang Yang came in from outside the door, taking advantage of Chi Ruiche.

"Xiao Che, don't pay any attention to him." Cui Xiuling urged them to sit down, and Aunt Meng led several maids to serve dishes.

"Come on, let's eat and chat." Grandpa Jiang, leaning on his cane, affectionately poked Jiang Yi's head.

"Where's Erchen?" Jiang Yi looked around but didn't see Jiang Chen.

"He's on his way. The flight is delayed, so let's eat first and not wait for him." Second Aunt Ruan He looked at Chi Ruiche with satisfaction overflowing in her eyes, and whispered to Cui Xiuling.

"Grandpa, did you cook this yourself?" Jiang Yi immediately noticed a plate of deep-fried meatballs.

"It's been a long time since I made this, I wonder how it tastes." After Grandpa Jiang picked up a piece, the younger generation joined in.

Jiang Yi couldn't wait to take a bite. The meatballs were fried to a golden brown and crispy, tender on the inside and perfectly seasoned. Grandpa Jiang used a different kind of oil than the others, which had a distinct rapeseed oil flavor. This was a flavor that the older generation loved, and it was also Jiang Yi's favorite meatball that he had eaten since childhood.

"Grandpa, it's delicious." Jiang Yi picked one up and gave it to Chi Ruiche so that he could try it too.

"I'm glad you like it," Grandpa Jiang said happily, his wrinkles particularly noticeable.

Chi Ruiche toasted Grandpa Jiang, Cui Xiuling, and Jiang Yongqing and his wife in turn. They were all children he had watched grow up, so he was naturally satisfied.

"Grandpa, you're so biased! Xiao Yi brought her boyfriend home, and you cooked for her yourself. I want to cook for you next time too!" Jiang Chen strode into the restaurant with his bag on his back.

"I'll do it too if you bring your girlfriend back." Grandpa Jiang beamed with joy, unconsciously emptying his wine glass.

"Come on, let me toast Grandpa first." Jiang Chen's return made the atmosphere at the table even more lively. Jiang Chen and Jiang Yang took turns pouring drinks for each other, and Chi Ruiche didn't refuse and accepted them all.

"Have some vegetables first." Ruan He felt heartbroken just looking at him.

"Brother-in-law, damn it! If you ever bully Jiang Yi again, I'll break your legs." Jiang Chen clinked his wine glass with Chi Ruiche's. "If you dare, I won't let Jiang Yang and her older brothers get away with it."

Jiang Yang suppressed a laugh and tugged at his sleeve. "This is Xiao Yi's boyfriend, their leader, Chi Ruiche."

Jiang Chen was speechless, momentarily incoherent, "Che? The one Xiao Yi was talking about, the living one?"

"You silly child, you're already drunk even though you haven't had much to drink. What are you saying?" Ruan Hela returned to her original spot and looked at her son with some amusement.

"Let them drink, let's go for a walk in the garden." Cui Xiuling watched as the group got quite tipsy and didn't disturb them.

"Ruozhi, you don't seem to have much of an appetite today. Are you feeling unwell?" Cui Xiuling asked with concern, taking Wang Ruozhi's arm.

"It's nothing, my stomach's upset, I caught a cold," Wang Ruozhi said, embarrassed.

"Does Ruozhi have good news?" Ruan He suddenly discovered something amazing, her eyes sparkling with excitement.

"No." Before she could finish speaking, Wang Ruozhi covered her mouth, gagging violently. "Sorry."

Jiang Yi took a bottle of mineral water, patted his back, and Wang Ruozhi gave him a grateful look.