How many loves can be relived in the story of a devoted CEO pursuing his wife?

Around 11 a.m., they arrived at Mingjiang Star.

The Mi Zhi Lian restaurant, a one-star establishment, is considered one of the top restaurants in S City.

It is located on the north bank of the Mingjiang River, backed by the Yongchang New District. On a clear day, one can enjoy a panoramic view of the entire Mingjiang River and the old town landscape on the opposite south bank.

When baskets of exquisite and delicious dim sum are served, the glistening shrimp dumplings, the golden and crispy spring rolls, the tender and flavorful steamed pork ribs, the steamed rice rolls with scrambled eggs and beef, the steamed siu mai with abalone and pork, and the char siu buns with abalone sauce and oyster sauce are all presented in a breathtakingly beautiful way, making one's mouth water and one's mouth water.

Holding a cup of chrysanthemum tea, you can filter out the greasiness, cleanse and relieve dryness, and leave a lingering fragrance on your teeth and nails.

The small round table by the window was next to the glass window overlooking the river. At this moment, their eyes were filled with the beautiful scenery, the delicious food, and each other. It was as if everything had been perfectly frozen in time. The beautiful scenery outside the window was expansive, complementing the sweet couple inside.

The tables are separated by half-person-high wooden screens, and the spacing between them is quite wide. The principle of fine dining is to ensure the privacy of each table of guests without sacrificing openness.

"Sisi, do you like it?" Lin Xuedong used serving chopsticks to pick up a shrimp and placed it in her bowl, asking with a smile in his eyes.

"Thank you. Hmm... this is quite nice." Liu Sisi picked up the shrimp, which resembled a work of art, and it looked and smelled delicious. She couldn't help but compare it to the traditional breakfasts in S City, which mostly consisted of steamed buns, soy milk, rice balls, and fried dough sticks—it was so much more rustic. "The breakfast culture in the South is really different from ours; theirs is so exquisite and refined."

"If you like it, we'll come often. Your taste is probably on the lighter side, right?"

Liu Sisi glanced at him and asked playfully, "Hehe! What do you think?"

"I knew you liked tofu." Lin Xuedong shrugged, his eyes filled with affection, and a slight smile played on his lips. The tenderness on his face was like a spring breeze that warmed Liu Sisi's heart.

Her heart skipped a beat. This was so different from the CEO Lin she knew. For some reason, her heart felt as if it had been coated with honey—strangely sweet!

"Who told you that?"

"Just look at how you always choose this dish whenever the cafeteria makes it."

"Huh? Even a CEO of a large corporation like you doesn't come to the cafeteria often. How did you know? Are you spying on me?" Liu Sisi feigned displeasure, her eyes filled with disdain.

"No, I found out by asking around. Hehe~." He immediately narrowed his eyes, looking somewhat roguish, a stark contrast to his shrewd and meticulous demeanor when it came to business. "Chasing girls always requires some effort, right?"

"Heh! You smooth-talking bastard! Is this how you always try to please girls?" Liu Sisi put down her chopsticks, and the shrimp returned to its bowl. She rolled her eyes at him; this side of Lin Xuedong was refreshing, and it felt like she was closer to him now.

Lin Xuedong reached out and touched her small hand; it was soft and smooth, bringing him immense satisfaction. "Jealous?"

Then she paused, and suddenly became serious again. "Sisi, it's been too long since I've been in a relationship. The two relationships I had when I was younger were natural, without any set pattern or pursuit. But you're different. There is indeed an age gap and generation gap between us, so I want to try my best to understand you and get closer to you by paying attention to details and your preferences."

Well, you know what.

These words sounded so sweet that Liu Sisi's heart melted.

It was as if she had jumped into a hot spring, the gentle warmth nourishing her. The feeling of being cared for and cherished made her feel light and carefree.

Nevertheless, a woman must maintain her composure. So she pinched his wrist with her other hand and gave a dry laugh.

"Lin Xuedong, listen up. I'm just an ordinary girl, with no weird or bad habits. I'm easy to please! My personality? Ha, straightforward, I can't keep things to myself. So, just say what you want to say, and let's have a good talk." Then, she gave him a look that said, "You got a good deal."

"Yes, yes, yes, we need to communicate often. I like 'communicating' with you!" A smirk played on her lips, and that slightly mischievous smile once again stirred Liu Sisi's heart. This little woman was truly fascinating, making him eagerly anticipate what would happen next.

Suddenly, he felt playful and wanted to tease her. "Actually, I also like to eat tofu... Look at you, your skin is so white and tender, just like smooth and soft tofu."

After saying that, he picked up her small hand, brought it to his mouth, and gently bit it.

"Hey! You..." What are you doing? Trying to take advantage? Ugh! My scalp is tingling. Even though I used a disinfectant towel to wipe my hands before the meal, this level of unhygienic behavior is unacceptable!

Liu Sisi glared at him, withdrew her hand, and scolded him again, "It's dirty! Why don't you pay attention?"

"Don't worry, your boyfriend is clean in body and soul, I don't carry any germs. It's just that I get itchy when I see you, and I couldn't help myself. Don't be like that~." Lin Xuedong then opened a pack of wet wipes, took one out and unfolded it. Then, he gently wiped her little hands clean, not forgetting to coax her with a laugh.

To prevent her from losing her temper, Lin Xuedong poured her some hot tea and said with a smile, "This chrysanthemum tea is good for relieving dryness, have a sip, hehe~".

"Sisi, let's go see a movie this afternoon. Tomorrow, our shooting club is having a friendly shooting competition. Would you like to come with me?" Lin Xuedong cleverly changed the subject, while also making an appointment.

Liu Sisi pondered for a moment, then agreed to her mother's blind date dinner that evening, feeling quite melancholy!

"What's wrong?"

"It's nothing." Liu Sisi shook her head, looking at him with a hint of disappointment. "I have to go home at 3 pm, and I'm having dinner with my mom tonight."

"Oh, that's alright, we can go next time. Can I have it for tomorrow?"

"I can do it tomorrow." She nodded, a smile spreading across her flushed face, her voice like a clear spring that could nourish and refresh.

Lin Xuedong couldn't help but swallow, feeling exceptionally pleased. "Okay~".

They lingered over dim sum until nearly 2 a.m. before leaving. Having finally established a relationship, Lin Xuedong was truly reluctant to let go.

With a heavy heart and a sense of helplessness, he still took her back to her apartment in Meilin Garden.

"Can I have a kiss?" Lin Xuedong pouted and went over to her, still holding Liu Sisi's hand, asking for a kiss right in front of her apartment door.

Liu Sisi blinked her big, watery eyes as she looked at the magnified handsome face in front of her. Her heart was pounding wildly, and she felt an uncontrollable restlessness and nervousness.

He gently lifted her chin with his fingertips, raising her already flushed face. "Close your eyes, let me kiss you."

The thin lips drew closer and closer... but her mind went completely blank.

She could only obediently close her eyes, feeling his approaching breath until his warm lips completely covered hers.

The touch on their lips was soft and warm; they gently rubbed against each other and sucked.

Lin Xuedong quietly stretched out his arm, raised his right hand to support the back of her head, and wrapped his left arm around her waist, slowly tightening his embrace.

Their breaths mingled passionately as he tenderly kissed her moist, sweet flesh. The sudden flutter in his heart was like the arrival of spring, or the realization of a longing from a dream, reviving his entire being.

Liu Sisi was so dizzy from the kisses that she couldn't think straight. Her breathing seemed to stop, and her body was limp.

She instinctively raised her arms and wrapped them around Lin Xuedong's waist, hoping to find a point of support.

Lin Xuedong paused for a moment to let her catch her breath. At this moment, their bodies were pressed together, their faces very close. He could even see the fine downy hairs on her face and smell the faint, fresh fragrance emanating from her.

Sensing her clumsy and awkward reaction, a satisfied smile appeared on his lips.

Then came a gentle voice, seemingly comforting yet also like a chuckle. "Silly boy, don't hold it in. Remember to breathe when you kiss."

In an instant, Liu Sisi's face turned bright red. She gasped for breath, so embarrassed she wished she could hide in a cave.

She quickly lowered her head, not daring to meet his gaze, so that he wouldn't see her infatuation.

What's wrong with this person? Aren't they ashamed? They got the benefit and are now acting innocent!

Frustrated, Liu Sisi pinched his waist muscle and vented her anger. "You're bullying me! You bad guy!"

"Hehe~, women love bad boys! Sisi, hurry up and fall in love with this bad boy!" Lin Xuedong pressed her head against his chest, laughing heartily. The little woman's coquettishness was sweeter than honey, and the taste of love filled his heart.

Just as Liu Sisi was about to speak again, Lin Xuedong grabbed her left hand and produced a bracelet from somewhere.

With a "click," it was fastened to her wrist without any room for refusal.

Liu Sisi looked down at the shiny little thing on her wrist, and her heart stirred involuntarily.

That's a Tiffany platinum and diamond bracelet. The design is stylish and simple yet elegant, with each diamond exquisite and dazzling, as bright as the stars.

The classic diamond clasp design is captivating and symbolizes "longing".

The official website price alone is close to 600,000 yuan, making it a truly understated luxury.

“You…, this…?” She was a little surprised.

"Sisi, let me apologize. Please forgive this scoundrel!" He smiled mischievously, his voice as gentle as if it could melt your heart. "It has a beautiful name, 'Longing.' It's the first gift I've ever given you. Do you like it?"

"It's beautiful, but... I... It's just too expensive, I feel like I can't accept it."

At that moment, their eyes met, and they saw the deep affection in each other's eyes.

Life needs a sense of ritual, and the first gift given as a token of love is truly extraordinary... "longing".

Lin Xuedong parted his thin, sensual lips, pleading earnestly, "Sisi, please, for my sake, don't take it off, okay?"

"Yes, thank you. I like it very much." Liu Sisi nodded with a knowing smile in thanks.

Lin Xuedong breathed a sigh of relief, hugged her tightly again with satisfaction, and only after a long while did he reluctantly say goodbye to her.