Offside game

Su Yi contacted the Mother Nest and began searching the entire internet for news about Matsu Takako's scandal. He eventually obtained all the disclosed photos. Reassuringly, Mo Jin'er's figure was quite blurry in them, likely because she was playing in the distance, and perhaps the tourist wasn't a professional reporter but rather a fan of Matsu Takako, resulting in a less-than-clear photo.

He also received a response from Matsu Takako and her agency regarding the matter, which can be summarized in four words: absolutely not.

Comparatively speaking, Japanese media coverage of this scandal was minimal. Only some small tabloids reported on it, while major entertainment magazines remained silent, or only briefly mentioned it in inconspicuous places, using phrases like "it is said" and "it is speculated"—making it easy to believe that some media outlets were making guesses based on little factual evidence. Therefore, overall, this matter didn't significantly impact Matsu Takako. This is also thanks to Su Yi's status as a highly valued partner of Sony and Sony's enormous influence in the Japanese entertainment industry.

Like many unfounded celebrity scandals, this rumor, after causing a ripple, eventually faded away.

When Su Yi returned from Japan, his and An Jing's love nest had been furnished. Since no major construction work was carried out, and only minor improvements were made to the details, and all the materials used were extremely environmentally friendly, they were ready to move in.

According to tradition, a "warming the stove" ceremony is held after moving. This involves inviting relatives or friends over to cook a meal together. Thus, the three members of the Ji family, along with the girls from the quiet dormitory, arrived at Su Yi's house. Many of them were meeting for the first time. Even Ouyang Qian and Lü Meng, already considered beauties, couldn't help but admire Ji Yanran and Ji Rong's looks upon first seeing them.

However, when it came time to start cooking, the two beautiful women were a little frustrated. Ji Yanran was alright; she often took care of her younger brother and could at least cook some noodles or stir-fry tomatoes and eggs. Ji Rong, on the other hand, was the kind of rich young lady who had never stepped into the kitchen before.

On Anjing's side, Ouyang Qian and Yu Qian were both people who didn't cook, but Lü Meng was surprisingly good at it. So in the end, it was just the girls who had never cooked before who were accompanied by Anjing, watching TV and chatting in the living room. Of course, Ji Feng, who originally wanted to help, was also there, but Su Yi kicked him out. Su Yi didn't want to make him pay for a few more of her own dishes.

So, Su Yi, Lü Meng, and Ji Yanran remained in the kitchen. This was the first time Lü Meng had been so close to Su Yi since the start of the semester. At first, she felt a little awkward, wanting to say something to Su Yi, but with Ji Yanran present, it felt somewhat inconvenient. However, she gradually adapted. They divided the work: Su Yi and Lü Meng were in charge of cooking, while Ji Yanran assisted. Although she was somewhat reluctant, seeing Su Yi and Lü Meng's skillful movements, she didn't say anything more.

Soon, dishes were served one after another. Ji Rong and Ouyang Qian, after praising the decorations in Su Yi's home, came over to help serve the dishes and clear the table, making the atmosphere lively and warm.

Of course, at the dinner table, Anjing's quiet roommates didn't let her off the hook either, turning their teasing on her. After all, she was the first person in the dorm to split up and build a love nest. Those teasing remarks made Anjing blush with embarrassment.

After everyone else left, An Jing's face was still flushed. Seeing Su Yi's amused smile, she said coquettishly, "It's all your fault! They all laughed at me, and I was too embarrassed to say anything about us..."

"I'm too embarrassed to say anything," Su Yi said, embracing An Jing and teasing her in her ear.

"Hmph, you know that..."

The quiet, delicate earlobe was right in front of him, and Su Yi finally couldn't resist the temptation, so he opened his mouth and took it in...

"Oh..." Anjing let out a soft moan, teased by Su Yi, and nestled softly in his arms, but heard him say indistinctly, "Since they all think something's wrong with us, then let's not disappoint the masses anymore."

He picked up her quiet, frail body and carried her into the bedroom, placing her on the expensive bed...

In the past, when Anjing and Su Yi were tender and affectionate, their skin was intertwined and passionate, but they never crossed the line. But tonight, as Anjing lay limp on the bed, her defenses gradually disarmed by Su Yi's kisses, she knew in her heart that after this night, she would finally be different.

Su Yi's kisses rained down on every part of An Jing's body, and as his gentle hands touched her, An Jing's fair skin, flushed with a rosy hue, became increasingly visible. Finally, when he kissed the girl's small and cute navel, An Jing had become a naked lamb. The girl felt herself being held tightly in Su Yi's firm embrace, almost melting into his body.

As the morning light painted the sky red, Su Yi had already woken up. He gazed tenderly at the peaceful, baby-like body sleeping in his arms, a slight smile still lingering on her lips in her dream. At this moment, feeling the full, warm softness in his embrace, Su Yi's heart overflowed with happiness.

Sometimes happiness is simple; it's just watching your loved one sleep peacefully.

Su Yi remained in this position until the girl first woke up.

When Anjing opened her eyes and saw Su Yi gazing at her with a smile, she recalled the enchanting moments of the previous night, and a blush rose on her face.

"Ugh, don't look! It's so ugly!" Anjing covered her face and curled up under the blanket, but Su Yi gently pried her open, slowly approaching her, his luscious lips gently taking hers...

"Ah..." An Jing exclaimed in surprise.

Seeing her furrowed brows, Su Yi asked with concern, "Does it still hurt?"

"Ugh, it's all your fault... Please stop."

"Hehe, I'm going to give you a massage."

When Su Yi got up and made breakfast, he saw that An Jing was even having some difficulty getting up. He felt quite uneasy, so he sat down by the bed with the breakfast and fed her until she finished. He then said, "How about I talk to Yu Qian and the others and ask you for a day off?"

"No way, they'll definitely start overthinking things."

Seeing An Jing's suspicious look, Su Yi comforted her, saying, "Actually, it's okay not to ask for leave. I rarely go to class, but it's best to let them know so they can inform you if anything happens."

"Then how should I say it?"

"Just say you were too tired last night... Ouch, that hurts." After being attacked by An Jing in retaliation, Su Yi pretended to be in pain and quickly begged for mercy, saying, "Or you can say that the company has something to talk to you about and you have to go there, okay?"

"Okay, that'll do." Thinking this excuse wasn't bad, Anjing picked up the phone and dialed Ouyang Qian's number: "Qianqian, this is Anjing. I have something to do today and can't go to class... Ugh, no, it's just that the company I work for during the holidays needs my help with something. Really. Okay, call me if you need anything."

Just after hanging up the phone, An Jing seemed to remember something and scrutinized Su Yi with a critical eye: "Um, you're quick at making up lies, aren't you? Is this how you usually treat me...?"

Su Yi broke out in a cold sweat, feeling a surge of resentment—being a man is really tough.