After being reborn, I became the big boss's darling.

Before entering the room, Tang Zhi had already secretly made a phone call to Shi Xubai, just to hear what Shen Ceyan was thinking.

Ji Nianci always thought that Shen Ceyan was just being stubborn with her. He was angry that she wouldn't tell him anything, and also angry that she hadn't given him enough trust.

Perhaps, in Shen Ceyan's eyes, they should be completely open and honest with each other. However, the reality is that she always keeps many of her thoughts buried deep in her heart and is unwilling to confide in him.

Thus, this "sulking" became a special way for the two to communicate.

But she never imagined that he was so insecure, that he would think she didn't love him. In fact, he was even willing to let go, giving her enough time and space to see her own heart clearly and recognize her own feelings.

But how could I not love him? How could he be so foolish?

This thought was like an incredibly sharp sword, piercing her heart, and she was in so much pain that she could hardly breathe.

Tang Zhi raised her hand and gently patted her back, comforting her softly, "Niannian, it's okay. You heard it now. It's not that he doesn't love you; on the contrary, it's because he loves you so much that he did this."

Ci sat cross-legged on the carpet, her hands tightly covering her eyes, tears streaming through her fingers: "How could he be so foolish... How could I not love him?"

"Perhaps he's just too concerned about you, which is why he's become so sensitive and suspicious. Love is something that can't be explained so clearly. Go and have a good talk with him in a little while and clear up any misunderstandings. You love each other, so don't miss out."

Ji Nianci raised her head, tears welling up in her eyes.

She said, her voice trembling slightly, "I'll talk to him and make things clear. I really didn't expect him to think that way... Was I too mean to him? Was I too terrible...?"

"No, how could that be..."

……

When Ci came out of the room, she had already composed herself.

Shen Ceyan remained seated in his original spot, holding a wine glass. He seemed slightly drunk, yet his eyes remained clear.

She walked over, took Shen Ceyan's hand, and whispered, "Let's go, I want to go home."

The man's voice was slightly hoarse: "Okay."

……

On the way back, the two sat side by side in the back seat of the car, but neither of them spoke.

Remembering Ci, Ci's mood seemed to be shrouded in a heavy, dark cloud, and she became noticeably depressed. Her eyes revealed an undisguised sadness and loss.

She turned her head to one side and leaned gently against the back of the chair, as if looking for a point of support to lean on.

Her gaze drifted out the car window, the rapidly passing scenery becoming her sole focus. The world outside was like a flowing painting, constantly changing colors and scenes, but her eyes remained vacant and lifeless.

She sat there quietly, motionless, letting time pass in silence.

Shen Ceyan naturally noticed her emotions and kept glancing at her. He wanted to speak several times, but gave up each time.

Why are you unhappy again?

……

Upon returning home, Ji Nianci went straight into the bathroom without saying a word.

Shen Ceyan followed behind her, watching her back, and finally turned and walked towards the study.

He turned on his computer, wanting to get his work done, but his mind was a complete mess, and he couldn't even sort out his thoughts.

Perhaps because of the alcohol, he felt his emotions were particularly turbulent tonight.

He couldn't help but wonder if his girl truly loved him, or if she was just seeking solace from him after being hurt by Zhou An.

If that's really the case, he'll accept it, no matter the reason, as long as the person is willing to stay by his side.

But he was also afraid that she would regret it later. She would regret wasting so much time on him.

Originally, his idea was to restrain his feelings for her, giving Ji Nianci enough time and space to think about her feelings for him.

But suddenly, he didn't want to anymore.

He didn't want to give her any more time, didn't want her to understand her own feelings. He just wanted her to stay firmly by his side; he didn't want to let go.

Perhaps people are always greedy. Tonight, her kiss captivated him, making him want more.

Shen Ceyan got up, walked to the window, and started smoking.

The smoke obscured his face, making it impossible to see what he was thinking.

A long time passed, and the windowsill was piled with cigarette butts, but he was still standing there, without even changing his posture.

Just then, there was a knock on the study door.

He impatiently stubbed out his cigarette and walked over.

As soon as I opened the door, I saw the woman standing in the doorway.

She stood there quietly, wearing a sexy lace nightgown, like a beautiful, blooming flower.

Her cheeks were flushed slightly, and her eyes held a dreamy and alluring expression, as if she were immersed in some kind of fantasy. Her hair fell loosely over her shoulders, gently brushing against her fair skin, adding to her charm and seduction.

His heart began to race involuntarily. An ambiguous atmosphere filled the air.

Shen Ceyan's eyelids twitched.

Although she had just drunk some alcohol at Tang Zhi's house, it wasn't much, and she was still sober when she came back, but now she's completely drunk.

"You've been drinking again?" Shen Ceyan asked, frowning as he supported his swaying body.

Ji Nianci chuckled and said, "Yes, but I only drank a little bit."

As if afraid she wouldn't believe him, Ji Nianci held up two fingers, pinched them together, trying her best to prove that she really had drunk a little bit.

But she couldn't even stand up straight.

Shen Ceyan: "..."

Just then, the family's nanny rushed over with two bottles of liquor.

Shen Ceyan frowned as he looked at the things in her hands: "Is this all for Madam to drink?"

"Yes, I just went to the room to bring Madam a late-night snack and saw these two bottles carelessly thrown on the floor. I thought Madam was the only one in the room. Oh dear, how can a girl drink so much? So I rushed over to check on her and see how she is."

The nanny seemed a little anxious.

"It's alright, go and make a bowl of hangover soup."

"Okay, okay, I'll go right away."

Taking advantage of a moment when he wasn't paying attention, Ji Nianci let go of his hand and staggered into the study.

As she walked, she kept muttering, "I'm not drunk, I won't drink that soup..."

Shen Ceyan: "..."

He quickly stepped forward to support her, lest she lose her balance and fall to the ground.