Guide to Rising to Power as a Wife in Beijing's Elite Circle

When I left the Chen family's residence, it was already late at night in Yongzhou.

The winter wind, carrying the distant sound of firecrackers, echoed through the old neighborhood.

"I'll take you back to your hotel," Chen Nuo said firmly, taking Fang Jingxiu's hand.

Fang Jingxiu initially wanted to refuse, but seeing her bright eyes, he finally nodded and said, "Okay."

He put his mask back on, and the two walked out of the residential compound hand in hand. The streets were quiet, with only the occasional car passing by, its headlights casting streaks of light in the night.

"Are you cold?" Fang Jingxiu asked, squeezing her hand tighter.

"I'm not cold." Chen Nuo shook her head, moving closer to him. "With you here, I'm not cold."

Fang Jingxiu smiled, said nothing, and simply pulled her closer to him with his coat.

After walking for about ten minutes, the sign for Yongzhou International Hotel came into view. The hotel was a five-star hotel, but its exterior design was understated, consistent with Fang Jingxiu's usual style.

Stepping into the lobby, a wave of warmth washed over him. The receptionist, seeing Fang Jingxiu, immediately stood up: "Good evening, Mr. Fang. Your suite is ready."

"Thank you." Fang Jingxiu nodded and took the room key.

The two entered the elevator.

The elevator stopped on the 28th floor. Fang Jingxiu took her hand and led her out to the suite at the end of the corridor.

Swipe your card and open the door.

The suite was spacious, complete with a living room, bedroom, and study. The floor-to-ceiling windows offered a view of Yongzhou's dazzling nightscape.

"Sit down." Fang Jingxiu took off his coat and hung it on the hanger, then walked to the small bar. "What would you like to drink?"

"Water is fine." Chen Nuo sat down on the sofa and looked around.

The room was very clean, and Fang Jingxiu's suitcase was placed at the bedroom door, not yet opened.

He brought over two glasses of water and sat down beside her: "Are you tired?"

"I'm not tired." Chen Nuo took the water glass, sipped it, but kept her eyes on him.

Fang Jingxiu felt a little uncomfortable under her gaze and coughed, "What's wrong?"

"It just feels...like a dream," Chen Nuo said softly. "Yesterday I was wondering when you would come, and today you really came."

"I said I would come," Fang Jingxiu said naturally.

Chen Nuo put down her water glass and suddenly looked at him seriously: "Brother Xiu, what are your plans after the New Year?"

Fang Jingxiu leaned back on the sofa and turned to look at her: "After the New Year, you'll come with me to Jingjing."

Chen Nuo was taken aback: "Back to Jingjing?"

"Okay." Fang Jingxiu nodded. "I'll leave tomorrow."

"Tomorrow?" Chen Nuo asked in surprise. "But tomorrow is the fifth day of the lunar new year..."

"The fifth day of the Lunar New Year is the best time," Fang Jingxiu said. "Many people are celebrating the New Year and won't notice us. I'll take you to meet a few people and pave the way for you."

Chen Nuo's heart raced: "What road?"

Fang Jingxiu reached out and ruffled her hair: "You'll find out tomorrow. You'll become a hundred times more powerful than you are now, that's what I promised you."

His hands were warm, and his movements were gentle.

Looking into his deep eyes, Chen Nuo suddenly realized that this man was truly planning for her future.

This isn't just casual talk; it's serious and planned.

"Brother Xiu..." she called him softly.

"Um?"

"Thank you." Chen Nuo leaned over and gently kissed him on the corner of his mouth. "Thank you for doing so much for me."

Fang Jingxiu froze.

The kiss was light and brief, like a feather brushing against him. But to him, it felt like something had been ignited.

He recalled the dream he had last night. In the dream, Chen Nuo sat on the edge of the bed with her back to him, her long hair cascading down, her shoulders and back exposed to the morning light...

"Chen Nuo." His voice was a little hoarse.

"Hmm?" Chen Nuo looked at him, her eyes sparkling.

"Don't tempt me." Fang Jingxiu closed his eyes, took a deep breath, and said, "I'm a normal man."

Chen Nuo was stunned for a moment, then blushed.

But she didn't back down; instead, she leaned forward and took his hand: "What's wrong, boyfriend?"

She deliberately emphasized the words "boyfriend".

Fang Jingxiu opened his eyes and looked at her.

Her cheeks were flushed, but her eyes were firm and brave.

She was inviting him.

This realization completely shattered Fang Jingxiu's defenses. He grabbed her hand and pulled her into his arms.

"Chen Nuo," he whispered in her ear, "Are you sure?"

"I'm sure." Chen Nuo leaned against his chest, listening to his strong heartbeat. "Brother Xiu, I'm sure."

Fang Jingxiu stopped talking.

He lowered his head and kissed her lips.

This kiss was different from any before; it was deeper, more forceful, and filled with long-suppressed desires and emotions.

Chen Nuo was so dizzy from his kisses that she could only hold tightly to his shirt.

They kissed for a long time before Fang Jingxiu released her, but his arms remained around her waist. He looked at the panting girl in his arms, his eyes deep: "One last time, you won't regret it?"

"No regrets." Chen Nuo shook her head and kissed his lips.

This time, Fang Jingxiu did not restrain himself.

He picked her up and carried her to the bedroom.

The bedroom curtains were not drawn, and the night view of Yongzhou streamed in through the floor-to-ceiling windows, casting a hazy light into the room.

……

After tidying up, Fang Jingxiu lay back down next to her and pulled her into his arms.

"Go to sleep." He placed a kiss on her forehead.

"Mmm." Chen Nuo leaned against his chest, listening to his steady heartbeat, and gradually became sleepy.

Half-asleep, she heard Fang Jingxiu whisper, "Chen Nuo, I won't let you regret this."

She wanted to say something, but drowsiness overcame her, and in the end she just snuggled into his arms and fell into a deep sleep.

Fang Jingxiu wasn't asleep. He kept his eyes open, looking at the girl's peaceful sleeping face in his arms. Moonlight streamed in through the gaps in the curtains, illuminating her face and outlining its soft contours.

He recalled what Chen Jianguo had said to him in the Chen family study that evening: "I'm entrusting Xiao Nuo to you."

I remembered Chen Nuo saying earlier, "Thank you for doing so much for me."

I remember her saying, "I love you," during our most intimate moments.

Fang Jingxiu closed his eyes and hugged the person in his arms even tighter.

She's the one for me in this life.

No matter what, we must protect her and give her the best of everything.

Outside the window, the night in Yongzhou was deep.

Fang Jingxiu lowered his head and gently kissed the top of Chen Nuo's head.

Happy New Year, my girlfriend.

In the future, I will always be by your side.