Using power to force marriage

Ruan Fu had arranged to go to an art exhibition with Shen Tangzi today, so she didn't sleep in and woke up at nine o'clock.

Zhao Jingnian left early to hold a symposium with representatives from various city chambers of commerce.

She was exploited by the old man so many times last night, her small body really couldn't take it.

It was truly tiring, but also truly exhilarating.

Ruan Fu stretched and caught a glimpse of ointment on the bedside table, meant to reduce swelling there.

Her ears immediately turned red.

If I'm not mistaken, Zhao Jingnian must have secretly applied the medicine to her while she was asleep.

It's always like this! His thoughtfulness is almost overwhelming.

What should I do if my husband is too service-oriented?

But being asleep is better than being awake; being awake would only make her feel more ashamed.

After getting up and washing up, she put on some light makeup and went out.

I arranged to meet Shen Tangzi at 10 a.m. The two of us went to see the art exhibition together, had lunch together, and chatted very congenially.

After lunch, Shen Tangzi went with her to visit the rescue station.

She said that Ruan Fu is an animal angel, doing something very meaningful, so she also did her part by donating ten million to the rescue station.

"Fuai" is now the largest and best-equipped stray animal shelter in China, housing more than 20,000 stray cats and dogs.

Thanks to sufficient financial support and professional caregivers, all the animals that come to "Fuai" are living a good life.

Ruan Fu plans to open a branch in another city. The "Fu Ai" system is well-established, so there is no problem in building a branch.

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Around 9 p.m., she returned to "Xi Yue Manor", took a shower, and then played with Lego in the living room.

I have a speech draft lying next to me; I'm going to read it at the animal protection association tomorrow.

I wonder what time Zhao Jingnian will be back today. I wish he could come back and we could build Lego together.

Just as I was thinking this, there was a commotion in the courtyard.

As the sound of the car engine grew clearer, Ruan Fu turned her head to look towards the door.

It really is him who's back.

It's so early today, not even 10 o'clock yet.

A tall, slender man strode in, carrying a restaurant packaging box in his hand.

"You're back so early today?"

Tonight's business dinner is of great importance, and he shouldn't have returned so early, but Zhao Jingnian tasted a walnut paste during the meal.

It tastes great, sweet and mild, and not greasy.

Knowing that Ruan Fu liked sweets, he was sure this walnut milk would suit her taste perfectly, so he instructed Yu Ming to pack a portion for her to take with her.

Worried that Ruan Fu would fall asleep if she came back too late, she ended the dinner party early and rushed back.

Seeing Ruan Fu building Lego in the living room, he walked over slowly and placed the walnut milk next to her.

"Have you eaten? I brought you back a little dessert."

Ruan Fu looked up at him with a hint of surprise. "Didn't you have a dinner party tonight? Did you come back so early just to bring me some dessert?"

Zhao Jingnian opened the lunchbox, revealing a small porcelain bowl filled with a milky white paste, its color uniform.

"I'm afraid you'll be asleep if I come back too late." He handed the spoon to Ruan Fu. "Try it, it should be to your liking."

Just so she could have a taste of this walnut cream, the important meal was ended early.

Ruan Fu gave her a starry-eyed look, her voice soft and sweet, "I love these kinds of desserts! You actually remembered my taste!"

She is very good at providing emotional value and never spoils the mood.

"Honey, you're so good to me~"

Zhao Jingnian helped her move the Lego bricks in front of her to the side, and watched her enjoy the walnut milk with a smile.

"It's so delicious!"

After taking a bite, Ruan Fu was indeed amazed by its taste.

Zhao Jingnian has high standards for food; if he says it's delicious, it must be pretty good.

During the meal, Gu Qingyue learned that he wanted to end the dinner early so that he could go home and deliver walnut milk to Ruan Fu. She frowned and remained silent, calling him a wife-obsessed man and a henpecked husband.

He could say whatever he wanted; he couldn't reason with someone like Gu Qingyue who didn't have a wife. He could just assume that Gu Qingyue was envious of him and that's why he was making sarcastic remarks.

Zhao Jingnian especially enjoyed watching Ruan Fu eat. She always had a good appetite and wasn't picky about food. She ate everything with relish, just like a little hamster.

"I've finished eating."

The portion of walnut milk was small, but she ate it all up.

She put down the spoon in her hand, nestled her head against Zhao Jingnian's chest, and said in a coquettish tone, "As expected of the walnut milk my husband brought back, it's simply the most delicious thing in the world."

"Zhao Jingnian, you love me so much~"

This was her usual tactic. She knew Zhao Jingnian was very susceptible to this, so she would sweetly praise him and coax him like a puppy.

The older man appeared unmoved, but inside he was secretly thrilled.

He listened with a fond smile as Ruan Fu raved on his lips.

His little Fu baby is always so cute.

"Zhao Jingnian, do you want to build Lego with me?"

There are many completed Lego sets in the house—in the living room, bedroom, and even his study—all built by Ruan Fu.

When I'm bored, I like to build Lego sets to pass the time.

"This is something for kids to play with."

"No, adults can play too, and adults can do it even better."

Zhao Jingnian chuckled and reached out to pat her head. "Hmm, Little Fu, take your time with the puzzle. I still have some work to do, so I'm going to my study."

Then he got up and went to his study.

Ruan Fu silently complained in her heart that the old man was boring and dull, but the two of them working together and cooperating with each other was clearly very interesting.

He does nothing but work every day, he has no hobbies whatsoever, he's so old-fashioned.

Glancing at the speech draft on the corner of the table, Ruan Fu immediately grabbed the draft and chased after him.

She will give a speech tomorrow, calling on the public to protect animals.

She had practiced this three-minute script very well, and it was going to be recorded tomorrow, so she wanted to read it to him tonight.

Zhao Jing had just entered the study when Ruan Fu followed him in.

Are you in a hurry to get to work? If not, could you listen to my speech first?

Her beautiful eyes radiated confidence. "I'm a national goodwill ambassador now, and I'll be giving a live-streamed speech across the country tomorrow."

He has two reports to review, but there's no rush.

Ruan Fu stood in front of him, like a primary school student preparing for a speech contest, enthusiastically showing him her skills.

"Listen up, I'm about to begin."

She cleared her throat and began to read aloud with a serious expression.

The study light outlined her gentle profile; her long eyelashes trembled slightly, her lips opened and closed, her voice clear and melodious.

Zhao Jingnian's gaze was fixed on her. In fact, he didn't care about the quality of the content or the rhythm of the sentences. He just felt that his Xiao Fu was perfect in every way.

After reading the last word, Ruan Fu's eyebrows shot up, and she waved the paper in her hand, "How was it? How was it? Did I read it exceptionally well?"

Zhao Jingnian lowered his eyes, feigning seriousness, and pretended to be carefully considering something.

"Overall it's okay, but your breathing is too tight, and several of your pauses are not natural enough. Simply put, you don't know how to breathe properly when you're giving a speech."

Her smile froze, and she looked somewhat displeased. She slammed the speech she was holding onto Zhao Jingnian's desk.

"You're talking nonsense! I read it perfectly fine!"

I originally wanted to show off in front of him and get some praise from him. But this old man actually started giving me feedback!

After being scolded, Zhao Jingnian's smile only deepened. "Xiao Fu, why are you swearing?"

She not only swore, she also wanted to hit someone.

Ruan Fu retorted, "You're talking nonsense. I read it perfectly perfectly."

She practiced repeatedly and had a very good grasp of the rhythm, so she didn't have any of the problems he mentioned.

Zhao Jingnian shook his head, "No, it's still a bit lacking."

His gaze fell on her soft, pink lips. "You have the same problem when you give a speech as when you kiss: you don't know how to breathe properly and you always hold your breath."

Ruan Fu retorted, "You talk as if you're so great. Do you think your breathing is completely without flaws?"

"I'm naturally better than you."

"I don't believe it."

Zhao Jingnian beckoned to her with his finger, his deep voice carrying a seductive quality, "Then come and experience it for yourself."

As soon as she finished speaking, Ruan Fu's wrist was firmly grasped by him.

She was pulled into Zhao Jingnian's arms and fell onto his lap.

The man wrapped his arms around her waist, holding her tightly in his embrace.

The next second, warm breath hit me.

Ruan Fu's pupils contracted slightly, and before she could react, her lips were filled with his kiss.

At first, she was stiff and shocked.

But gradually she became immersed in his strong and lingering offensive.

Ruan Fu closed her eyes, raised her hand to wrap around his neck, and responded to him.

The kiss lasted three minutes, the same amount of time she had spent reading her speech.

When she loosened her grip, Ruan Fu tilted her head back slightly, her chest heaving violently.

Zhao Jingnian stared at her flushed face with a half-smile, "I told you before, there really is a problem with your breathing."

Ruan Fu's breathing was disordered and rapid, with soft, panting sounds constantly escaping her throat.

The man reached out and cupped her face, his fingertips caressing her bright red lips. "I have an obligation to teach you a few more times, and you'll learn slowly."

She was both embarrassed and annoyed. She raised her hand, clenched her fist, and punched him in the chest, saying in a coquettish tone, "Hmph~ You're not a very good teacher either!"

"Then let's go back to the master bedroom, and the teacher will continue teaching."

As soon as she finished speaking, she was swept into Zhao Jingnian's arms.

Ruan Fu glanced subconsciously at the complex reports and data on the computer screen. "Don't you still have work to finish? Aren't you going to ignore it?"

"Never mind."

He's the boss, so he calls the shots.