She went to the wrong table on a blind date and ended up getting married to a billionaire CEO.

After taking a shower, Gu Tingyu walked out of the bathroom, drying his half-dry hair.

Moisture still lingered on the mirror, forming a hazy halo under the light.

He looked at himself in the mirror, his brows furrowing slightly, his usually sharp and decisive eyes now filled with confusion.

That indescribable sense of frustration lingered in my heart like a persistent fog.

He vigorously rubbed his hair with a towel, as if trying to wipe away these chaotic thoughts.

But then Su Maiqi's voice came from the study: "Tingyu, come quick!"

His voice betrayed an undisguised excitement.

Gu Tingyu put down the towel and strode towards the study.

Pushing open the door, Su Maiqi sat in front of the computer, her face radiant, the corners of her mouth slightly upturned, her whole being seemingly glowing.

On the huge display screen are reports of Chenxing's daily sales data—the numbers climbing upwards create an inspiring picture.

The colorful charts show sales growth in various markets, with red, blue, and green curves all exhibiting a steep upward trend.

He wasn't surprised that she went straight to the study to collect emails and handle work as soon as she got home.

Su Maiqi's passion for her work is like a spark; once ignited, it can illuminate the entire night sky.

Since returning to the workplace and starting the "Moonlight and Flame" series, she often sneaks into the study after putting Xiao Chengze to sleep to continue working on the unfinished tasks from the day until late at night.

When she is in charge of a project or a product, she is always fully focused and does her best in every detail—from the initial concept to the process implementation, from the packaging design to the market strategy, she does not overlook any link and personally oversees it.

Seeing her excited expression, he knew this was the moment to witness the results.

"Look," Su Maiqi pointed at the screen, her eyes sparkling with excitement, her voice trembling slightly with elation:

The Moonlight and Flame series has performed very well throughout the European market, and today's sales have broken records again!

Her fingers clicked the mouse nimbly, and the screen switched from sales data to an article.

It was also named "Most Promising New Product" by Europe's most authoritative jewelry magazine! They said that this collection showcases an unprecedented cultural fusion, perfectly combining Eastern subtlety with Western passion to create art jewelry with unique charm!

On the screen, next to an elegant design featuring interwoven rubies and moonstones, was a lengthy review. The jewelry shimmered under the light, the rubies like leaping flames, and the moonstones radiating a soft, hazy glow, perfectly capturing the theme of "moonlight and fire."

Sumaiqi's eyes sparkled, shining as brightly as the jewelry she designed.

Her cheeks flushed slightly with excitement, and the corners of her mouth turned up involuntarily, radiating a glow from within.

That heartfelt sense of satisfaction and accomplishment is more dazzling than any gorgeous jewelry.

Gu Tingyu couldn't help but take a few steps closer, infected by her enthusiasm.

This vibrant and confident Su Maqi, who has come this far from a contractual marriage, is precisely the kind of vitality that ultimately won his heart.

"That's wonderful," he exclaimed sincerely, "You're a natural-born jeweler."

Then, he heard himself continue: "I think after this project is completed, I would like to ask you to take on the role of president of Chenxing Group."

As soon as the words were spoken, both of them froze, as if time had suddenly stood still.

The only sounds in the air were the soft hum of the computer fan and the occasional sound of the night wind coming from outside the window.

Su Maiqi's eyes widened and her mouth slightly open, completely unprepared to hear such words.

She thought that Gu Tingyu withdrew from the Gu Group in order to focus on managing Chenxing.

"What did you say?" she asked softly, her voice almost a whisper, as if afraid she had misheard.

Her fingers unconsciously gripped the chair armrests tightly, her knuckles turning slightly white.

Gu Tingyu walked to her side, smiled slightly, a smile that contained both determination and a complex emotion she couldn't decipher: "I'm serious."

The study was lit with warm, soft light, casting the shadows of the two people on the wall, intertwining like a tranquil painting.

Outside the window, the city lights twinkled like stars, and the outlines of distant skyscrapers appeared and disappeared in the night.

In fact, he had been considering the idea of ​​recommending Su Maiqi to be the president of Chenxing for a long time.

He watched her grow little by little, from an excellent designer to a manager with overall control, and had to admit that she was more suitable than himself to lead Chenxing into the future.

I hadn't originally planned to tell her so soon, but seeing her sparkling eyes just now made me impulsively blurt it out ahead of time.

Now that he'd already brought it up, he might as well lay out his thoughts completely: "You have exceptional design talent, that's undeniable. But more importantly, you have a keen insight into the market."

He pointed to the data on the screen, where red curves on the charts resembled upward arrows, pointing to limitless possibilities for the future: "Look, from 'Eastern Dawn' to 'Moonlight and Flame,' you've not only created excellent products, but also formulated successful market strategies. You..."

Understanding consumer needs and knowing how to perfectly combine design with the market. &34;

His gaze was gentle yet firm, as if he could see into her soul: "What Chenxing needs is not just a designer, but a visionary and decisive leader."

And you, Su Maiqi, are the perfect choice. &34;

Su Maiqi seemed not yet recovered from the shock, her lips trembling slightly: "But... Chenxing is your life's work. Didn't you leave the Gu family to personally manage Chenxing?"

Gu Tingyu shook his head, a complex emotion flashing in his eyes: "Chenxing's success is largely due to you. You are more suitable than me to lead it into the future."

He paused, his gaze softening, his voice lowering slightly: "Moreover, I want to focus on raising children for the next few years, giving myself a chance to relax and rest."

Su Maiqi was stunned.

Are you serious?

She asked softly, looking at her husband in disbelief.

"Of course," Gu Tingyu said with a smile, a tenderness in his eyes that Su Maiqi had never seen before, "Little Chengze is growing up too fast; I don't want to miss any of the important moments of his childhood."

He walked to the window, gazing at the city lights in the night. A gentle night breeze stirred the curtains, bringing a touch of coolness.

"Over the years, I've been running, never stopping. First to prove myself, then for revenge..."

He turned around, a hint of weariness in his eyes, a relaxation after a long period of tension: "But now, I want to slow down, enjoy life, and spend time with my family."

As for Chenxing, I believe that if I entrust it to you, it will go further than if I were in its hands. &34;

Su Maiqi was deeply touched.

She knew that every word Gu Tingyu said was sincere.

"I...I need time to think about it," she finally said, her voice trembling slightly. "This decision is too important."

Gu Tingyu nodded, his eyes gentle and understanding: "Of course, there's no rush. Whatever decision you make, I will support you."

What he couldn't say was his own selfish desire—that by entrusting Chenxing to Sumaiqi, their bond would last longer.

He was afraid that after the contract ended, she would simply disappear from his world.