Don't meet me in your next life.

"Hey sir, you'd better hurry, the plane is about to start boarding."

"I'm not leaving."

Ji Shengting gave the flight attendant a cold look.

"I'm waiting for someone here. She said she'd come back on her own."

The flight attendant looked somewhat embarrassed.

"Sir, our plane is about to take off; our flight attendants are already urging us on."

Ji Shengting frowned, said nothing more, and got up to walk towards the cabin.

However, as soon as he stepped into the cabin, he heard the flight attendant's gentle voice.

"President Ji, you've finally arrived."

Ji Shengting glanced at her and said calmly, "You've mistaken me for someone else."

"How could President Ji have mistaken me for someone else? I am Xiang Yiyi's assistant. We have already informed Miss Xiang and asked her to sit in the back seat. What service do you need? I can take care of it for you. I can also provide you with hot water free of charge."

The flight attendant's obsequious smile was particularly eye-catching.

Unfortunately, Ji Shengting wasn't interested in any of these things.

He scanned the cabin but couldn't find Xiang Yiyi anywhere.

Where is Miss Xiang?

"Miss Xiang is waiting for you in the back seat."

Ji Shengting frowned and started walking towards the back.

He sat down in the back seat and saw Xiang Yi lying there quietly, her eyes closed, fast asleep.

His eyes softened instantly, and a faint smile appeared on his lips.

"This silly girl."

He reached out his long, slender fingers and gently stroked her delicate cheek.

"You're finally back."

"Yes, I'm back."

His deep voice carried a mixture of doting and helplessness.

He checked the time; it was still early. He picked up the blanket next to him, covered Xiang Yiyi with it, and then leaned back in his chair and fell asleep.

......

When Xiang Yi woke up, she found herself in a luxurious manor.

"Where is this?"

"This is the Ji family manor."

"That's what the servant said respectfully."

"The Ji Family Manor?"

Xiang Yi blinked her clear, bright eyes and asked in confusion, "You mean I'm at the Ji residence right now?"

"Yes."

"But I'm clearly at the company."

Xiang Yi was somewhat confused.

"Miss Xiang, President Ji instructed us to bring you back to the Ji family manor, saying he has important matters to discuss with you. You may not remember, but you suddenly fainted last night and were receiving intravenous fluids at the hospital..."

Xiang Yi suddenly realized.

So that's how it is. No wonder Ji Shengting suddenly brought her back to the Ji family manor.

However, she was still reluctant to go back.

"Miss Xiang, please don't worry. Mrs. Ji and Mr. Ji are very concerned about you. They have even specially sent two bodyguards to protect your safety."

He nodded to her.

"Thank you for your concern, but I don't need their protection."

After saying that, she turned and walked into the house.

She wanted to sort out her thoughts before deciding to see Mr. and Mrs. Ji, since it was so late and they should have gone to bed long ago.

But as soon as Xiang Yiyi stepped into the living room, she froze.

The living room was brightly lit, and Ji Shengting sat on the sofa, his dark eyes deep and sharp.

Ji Shengting looked at the person who had suddenly appeared in the living room.

A flicker of surprise crossed his eyes, but then his gaze fell on Xiang Yi's pale face.

Xiang Yi's eyes were still a little red and swollen, as if she had been crying.

Ji Shengting narrowed his eyes, a strange anger spreading from the bottom of his heart.

His voice was icy cold: "Where did you go?"

His eyes held a clear displeasure and accusation.

“Ji Shengting…” Xiang Yi bit her lip, “You… how did you get here?”

Ji Shengting's thin lips were pressed tightly together, and he did not say a word.

He stood up, walked to Xiang Yiyi's side, and looked down at her.

Tell me, why are you so late coming back?

Xiang Yi turned her head away.

"I...I have nothing to explain."

"Xiang Yiyi, you're really getting more and more capable! I won't allow you to do such irresponsible things!"

"What right do you have to tell me what to do?" Xiang Yi retorted.

"As my girlfriend, Ji Shengting, I have the right to supervise you!"

Ji Shengting's tone carried a hint of barely perceptible anger and displeasure.

How could this woman say such an infuriating thing!

"You mean... you're still not giving up on being with me?" Xiang Yi's heart suddenly clenched.

Ji Shengting stared at her coldly, without saying a word.

Is this the default setting?

“Ji Shengting…”

Xiang Yi's lips trembled, and tears almost fell.

"How could you think that? You know we...we're just pretending to be dating. Why...why are you so stubborn?"

"Dating?" Ji Shengting scoffed. "Are you sure?"

Xiang Yi nodded, puzzled.

Why did she feel there was a hint of sarcasm in his tone?

“Since it’s all an act, then you have to do it well.” Ji Shengting raised an eyebrow. “The way you’re doing this not only makes others misunderstand that we’re dating, but it also puts you in an awkward situation. Isn’t that the result you wanted?”

“Ji Shengting…”

Xiang Yi was somewhat annoyed; how could he say such a thing?

Does he see me as that kind of person?

"Ji Shengteng, our relationship is purely transactional, so you don't need to go to such lengths to please me!"

Ji Shengting raised an eyebrow and snorted coldly.

How dare she say the word "deal" in public?

it is good!very good!

"To Yi Yi!"

Ji Shengting's tone suddenly rose: "A deal?"

"Yes, have you forgotten the contract we signed? It states that you cannot interfere with my freedom or my work."

Xiang Yi spoke with righteous indignation.

Ji Shengting's face turned ashen. "Fine! Your freedom is your freedom, but don't forget, you're mine!"

"Yours? Hah...you're ridiculous!"

Xiang Yi chuckled twice.

She didn't know what kind of domineering behavior he was exhibiting.

Who did he think he was, Young Master Ji? Was he some kind of emperor? Or just his private property?

Xiang Yiyi was increasingly unable to understand this man's thoughts.

At this moment, Ji Shengting suddenly moved closer to her.

Xiang Yi took a wary step back. "What do you want?"

Her hands nervously gripped the hem of her skirt.

What is he trying to do? Don't do anything reckless!

"What are you doing? I should be asking you what you want to do." Ji Shengting's lips curled into a wicked smile. "Since you dislike staying in the villa so much, why don't you come out with me?"

Xiang Yi was terrified.

Where does this devil want to take her?

"I don't want to go! I want to stay and keep Uncle Ji and Aunt Ji company."

“You can come with your parents,” Ji Shengteng said, turning to leave. “But you have to attend the banquet with me.”

Xiang Yi was stunned.

Is Ji Shengting trying to formally introduce himself to his parents?

"Ji Shengting, I disagree!"

"Xiang Yiyi, do you think you have the right to refuse me? Don't forget, legally you are my wife, Ji Shengting's wife!"

wife?

Ah......

A wave of bitterness welled up in Xiang Yi's heart.