He wants to adopt a younger sister, but his aloof wife disagrees.

The next morning.

Sunlight managed to squeeze through the gaps in the heavy curtains, illuminating the mess in the master bedroom.

The air still seemed to carry the lingering scent of last night's frenzied hormones. On the carpet, the expensive black lace nightgown had been reduced to pieces of fabric, silently testifying to the intensity of last night's battle.

On the large bed, the blankets billowed in a lazy arc.

Shen Qingge curled up in Jiang Che's arms like a cat whose strength had been drained, her long, seaweed-like hair scattered on the pillow. A hint of allure lingered in the corners of her eyes, and the dazzling "Heart of the Ocean" blue diamond necklace around her neck stood out against her snow-white skin, looking both dazzling and incredibly tempting.

She hadn't worn it overnight, but last night... at certain times, Jiang Che insisted on putting it on for her.

The contrast between the cold metal and the burning hot skin was almost unbearable for her.

"woke up?"

Jiang Che had already woken up and was leaning against the headboard, one hand behind his head and the other casually playing with her hair, his voice carrying the unique husky magnetism of early morning.

"Um……"

Shen Qingge responded with a muffled hum, too lazy to even open her eyes. She felt like all the bones in her body were about to fall apart, especially her back.

That bastard, he wasn't human last night, he was an animal.

"What time is it?" Her voice was terribly hoarse.

"9:30."

"What?!" Shen Qingge suddenly opened her eyes, trying to sit up. "Oh no! There's a morning meeting at nine..."

"hiss--"

As soon as she moved, a wave of soreness washed over her, and she fell back onto the bed.

"Don't rush."

Jiang Che held her down, a mischievous smile playing on his lips:

"I've already asked your secretary for leave for you. The reason is... Mr. Shen overworked last night and needs to rest for a day."

Shen Qingge: "..."

She leaned on Jiang Che's shoulder in shame and indignation:

"Jiang Che! You shameless bastard!"

"What face do I need?" Jiang Che flipped her over, pinning her beneath him once more, his eyes burning with desire.

"I only want you."

"Wife, the early bird catches the worm..."

"Get out! You ox! I really can't take it anymore..." Shen Qingge was so frightened that she quickly begged for mercy, pressing her hands against his chest, her voice incredibly soft:

"Please... let me go..."

Seeing the usually domineering queen now pleading for mercy in such a coquettish manner, Jiang Che felt immense satisfaction. He lowered his head and kissed her lips hard before letting her go, then got up and got out of bed.

"Wait here, I'll make you breakfast and bring it in."

Watching the man's muscular back as he walked naked into the bathroom, Shen Qingge pulled the blanket over her face and secretly chuckled in bed.

Although I'm tired, it's so sweet.

……

in the afternoon.

The living room of Tomson Riviera was piled high with suitcases.

"Take this with you. It's very humid at the film studio. I've prepared a dehumidifier pack for you."

"And this too, since you have a sensitive stomach, this is a stomach-soothing powder that I had someone bring back from Hong Kong. Remember to drink it every day."

"I've already put together all your clothes, they're all in that bag, so don't mix them up."

Shen Qingge acted like a worried old mother, stuffing things into Jiang Che's suitcase while nagging on and on.

The film crew of "Green Snake" will officially begin filming tomorrow at the film and television base on the outskirts of Jianghai City.

As the female lead, Su Xiaoruan naturally had to join the production. Jiang Che, the owner of Qingche Entertainment and the film's producer and screenwriter, would also be there for a period of time to oversee the filming progress.

This means that the two will have to live separately for the time being.

"Wife."

Jiang Che looked at the suitcase that was almost bursting at the seams and helplessly grabbed her hand:

"I'll only be there for half a month, and the film studio is only an hour's drive from the city center, so I can come back anytime I want."

"The way you're acting makes it seem like I'm about to be exiled to Ningguta."

"How can that be the same?"

Shen Qingge stopped what she was doing, turned around, and her eyes were actually a little red:

"Before, you were home every day, and I could see you as soon as I got off work and have a hot meal waiting for me."

"Now that you're leaving, I'll be all alone in this huge empty house..."

The more she spoke, the more aggrieved she became. The deep dependence on Jiang Che that she had suppressed in daily life completely erupted in the face of separation.

She was no longer the decisive and efficient CEO Shen; at this moment, she was just a little woman who didn't want her husband to leave.

Jiang Che's heart softened.

He knew that no matter how tough Shen Qingge appeared on the outside, she was just as soft-hearted and afraid of being alone.

"fool."

Jiang Che pulled her into his arms and gently patted her back:

"I promise you, I'll video chat with you every night, okay?"

"And you can come visit the set anytime you're free. If you're thinking about me so much you can't sleep..."

Jiang Che leaned close to her ear and whispered:

"I drove back overnight to help you sleep."

Shen Qingge burst into laughter through her tears and playfully punched him: "Who needs your help to sleep! You rascal!"

Although she complained, his coaxing did reduce her anxiety by more than half.

Just then.

Su Xiaoruan, carrying a huge backpack and wearing a baseball cap, emerged from the guest room fully armed.

"Sister and brother-in-law! I'm all packed! We're ready to go anytime!"

She was as excited as a bird about to be released from its cage. She was going to be part of a film crew! And as the lead actress! This was a first for her!

Shen Qingge released Jiang Che, walked up to Su Xiaoruan, and regained some of her seriousness:

"Little Softie".

"arrive!"

"Keep a close eye on your brother-in-law when you go to the film set this time."

Shen Qingge narrowed her eyes, her tone dangerous:

"There are plenty of beautiful actresses in the crew. If any foolish vixen dares to get close to your brother-in-law..."

"You will act on my behalf, understand?"

Su Xiaoruan immediately stood at attention and saluted, her face serious:

"I guarantee I'll complete the mission! Don't worry, sister, with me here, not a single female mosquito will be able to get close to you within a ten-meter radius!"

Jiang Che: "..."

Is it really okay for these two women to plot this kind of thing right in front of him?

……

In the evening, the black Bugatti carried Jiang Che and Su Xiaoruan towards the film and television base.

Shen Qingge stood in front of the floor-to-ceiling window, watching the car disappear from sight, feeling empty inside.

"Half a month..."

She sighed and turned to go to the study to deal with the pile of documents.

Just then, my personal cell phone, which was on the coffee table, rang.

It's an unfamiliar overseas number.

Shen Qingge frowned and answered the call.

"Hello, who is this?"

A deep, elegant male voice, carrying a hint of long-lost familiarity, came from the other end of the phone:

"Qingge, it's been a long time."

Shen Qingge's hand gripping the phone tightened suddenly, and her expression changed instantly.

That sound...

It was a sound she never wanted to hear again in her life.

"Gu Yanzhi?" Shen Qingge's voice was icy. "You're back in the country?"

"Yeah, just landed."

The man's voice was still gentle and warm, yet it sent a chill down Shen Qingge's spine:

"I heard you got married? And you found... a very interesting young gigolo?"

"Qingge, are you retaliating against me for going abroad for the family business back then?"

"None of your business," Shen Qingge said coldly. "We've had nothing to do with each other for a long time."

"Yeah?"

A soft laugh came from the other end of the phone:

"But I've come back this time to correct the mistakes."

"Qingge, the Shen family is facing numerous crises right now. You need a man who can truly help you in the business world, not a stay-at-home husband who can only cook."

"I'll be waiting for you at the Roosevelt Mansion tomorrow night. We'll talk about the future of the Shen family, and also... our future."

"Beep beep beep..."

The phone hangs up.

Shen Qingge gripped her phone tightly, her knuckles turning white.

Gu Yanzhi.

The second young master of the Gu family in Beijing was also her first love during college. Back then, the two were a perfect couple and almost got engaged, but when the Shen family was in its most difficult time, Gu Yanzhi resolutely chose to go abroad for a political marriage in order to secure his inheritance, abandoning her.

That was a thorn in Shen Qingge's heart.

And now, that thorn is back.

Moreover, judging from his tone, he seemed to have ill intentions.

Shen Qingge took a deep breath, walked to the liquor cabinet, poured herself a glass of strong liquor, and drank it all in one gulp.

"Fix the bug?"

Shen Qingge looked at the bustling night view outside the window, let out a cold laugh, and a ruthless glint flashed in her eyes:

"Gu Yanzhi, do you really think I'm still that little girl who only knew how to cry?"

"They want to touch my man, they want to touch my Shen family business..."

"You're dreaming."