Entertainment: I just want to be the boss behind the scenes

Chapter 555 Extra Chapter 3 MaiMai: I'm sticking with you!

"Di-"

The electronic sound of the combination lock rang, the door opened, and the smart system inside the room automatically turned on the lights, instantly turning the originally dark room into a bright one.

"come in."

Meng Bai led Zhao Jinmai, who was following behind him, into the house and casually took a pair of slippers from the shoe cabinet next to her: "These are new and I haven't worn them before, so I don't know if they'll fit."

"Oh."

Zhao Jinmai responded, took off her white boots, revealing a pair of small feet clad in white cotton socks, which she slipped into slippers. She stood up and took a couple of steps, her gait slightly unsteady.

Meng Bai glanced at it and said, "I'll make do with these for now, and I'll have someone buy me a new pair later."

"No, no," the little girl quickly waved her hand. "It's comfortable to wear something a little bigger."

After putting her shoes away, she walked through the entryway into the house and immediately felt that her view opened up instantly.

This is an extremely spacious living room, with a semi-open kitchen and dining area on one side, and a bedroom and terrace on the other. A small staircase along the wall leads to the second floor.

"Oh--"

After looking around, Zhao Jinmai asked with great interest, "Brother Mengbai, is this your home?"

"I guess so. I bought it last year, but I haven't stayed here much."

With Mai Mai by his side, Meng Bai naturally couldn't return to the Manhe Villa. The previous temporary locations were all quite far away, and there was no need to go through the trouble in the heavy rain.

Fortunately, besides having a lot of money, he also owns a lot of houses. He has at least two houses in each district of northern Beijing, just in case he needs something like today.

This duplex is near Aobei Park. He only stayed there a few times when he first bought it, and it's been empty ever since. It's very close to the new campus of the Central Academy of Drama, so he brought his daughter here.

"Here, have some hot water to warm yourself up."

Meng Bai handed Zhao Jinmai a glass of warm water. Seeing that she was still looking at the furnishings in the room, he smiled and asked, "Do you like it?"

"Huh?" The little girl was taken aback.

“You’ll be leaving school in a couple of days, right? Even though you’re filming all year round, you still need a place to stay in Beijing. If you like it here, you can move in.”

"This, this isn't a good idea..." the little girl stammered.

“What’s wrong with that? It’s perfectly normal for a girlfriend to stay at her boyfriend’s house.” Meng Bai said with a smile, “Anyway, this place is just sitting here empty, and it’s spacious, so it’s convenient for your aunt and uncle to come visit you.”

"I don't need them to see it."

Zhao Jinmai pouted and muttered something.

"Are you still having a fight with your aunt?"

"She's the one picking on me!" the girl said angrily. "I'm 22 this year, a college graduate, and legally eligible to get married. Why does she have the right to tell me who my boyfriend is?"

Upon hearing this, Meng Bai touched his eyebrows. He had told Zhao's mother about Mai Mai's "relationship" a long time ago, but she had never revealed it. It wasn't until this year's Chinese New Year that he accidentally let it slip, and the little girl realized that her "secret relationship" had been discovered by her mother long ago.

It wouldn't have been a big deal if they had been discovered, but somehow the mother and daughter started arguing and have been giving each other the silent treatment ever since.

"Your aunt is just worried about you, afraid that you'll be scammed."

Zhao Jinmai stared at Meng Bai with her big, round eyes: "Brother Meng Bai, would you lie to me?"

"This……"

Tsk, young lady, that question really stumped me.

Without waiting for his reply, Zhao Jinmai continued, "Dating doesn't necessarily mean there will be any future consequences. Anyway, I like you, so I'm sticking with you. Don't even think about getting rid of me!"

"..."

Meng Bai remained silent for a while, then finally gestured towards the direction inside the house: "The bathroom is over there. I noticed your clothes got wet when you went out, so I'll get you a set of pajamas to change into."

Although I haven't lived in this house much, it is regularly cleaned by housekeeping services and is fully equipped with all necessary supplies.

Meng Bai handed Zhao Jinmai a light yellow nightgown, and looking at her cheerful back, he couldn't help but shake his head and chuckle.

……

The bathroom was larger than Zhao Jinmai had expected, almost the same size as the living room outside, and was divided into three different areas inside and out.

What she liked most was the large bathtub inside. It's a pity it's a bit late today, otherwise she could have taken a relaxing bath.

She took off her slightly damp dress, revealing her fair and smooth skin. Zhao Jinmai stepped under the showerhead, turned it on, and warm water immediately washed over her. Girls always take a long time to shower, especially with their hair. After washing, they need to dry it, otherwise it's uncomfortable to sleep, and the hair will definitely be frizzy the next day.

"call--"

Zhao Jinmai held a hairdryer, drying her chestnut-colored long hair while curiously examining the utensils on the dressing table—only Meng Bai had ever stayed here, so naturally only his belongings remained.

Toothpaste, a few bottles of facial cleanser, and an old-fashioned razor.

"Hey, Brother Meng Bai is using a razor blade, not an electric one."

Zhao Jinmai picked up the old-fashioned razor, examining it while muttering to himself.

It has to be said that the sudden appearance of such a "last century" product in this almost fully intelligent house does seem rather out of place.

"Tsk, looks like he's quite nostalgic."

The little girl held the razor up to her face, but she didn't dare to use too much force with this unfamiliar tool, so she put it down after fiddling with it for a couple of moments.

She tidied her hair in front of the mirror, smoothed out the stray hairs, looked in the mirror again to make sure nothing was messy, and then went out.

"Brother Meng Bai!"

Zhao Jinmai called out, "I'm all packed."

Meng Bai turned her head in the living room and saw a fair and delicate face. Perhaps because she had just taken a bath, her skin was slightly flushed, looking like a fresh and juicy peach, making one want to take a bite.

Despite going makeup-free, youth is indeed an asset. For a young woman in her early twenties like her, even without any makeup, her youthful energy is enough to make her stand out.

He had to admit that at that moment, Meng Bai was genuinely attracted to this young girl.

Zhao Jinmai walked up to Meng Bai and noticed that he was staring at her. She felt a mix of happiness and shyness. She twisted her fingers behind her back, her cheeks flushed, and lowered her head, trying to make conversation: "These pajamas are quite pretty."

Meng Bai's Adam's apple bobbed, and he subconsciously leaned forward: "Does it fit?"

"It's alright, quite suitable."

Zhao Jinmai bit her lip, feeling her boyfriend's burning gaze on her. They were very close, and she could even feel his breath.

Smells so good...

The little girl muttered to herself.

Feeling her boyfriend so close, Zhao Jinmai suddenly felt a surge of emotion. Her gaze hardened, she took a deep breath, and then mustered her courage to lift her head and kiss Meng Bai on the cheek.

"Ugh...Eh!"

Zhao Jinmai tried her best to stand on tiptoe, but the height difference between the two was too great, and even with her efforts, she still couldn't touch the man's face.

Not only that, she also lost her balance due to the excessive force and fell directly into Meng Bai's arms.

The little girl buried her head tightly in the man's chest, like an ostrich.

Oh no, this is so embarrassing!

But before she could continue to regret it, she felt her arm being suddenly grabbed and lifted up, and then she sat on the back of the sofa.

"At this height, we should be able to reach it, right?"

Meng Bai's smiling face appeared in front of Zhao Jinmai, and their eyes were at the same level.

Looking at his girlfriend, who was both shy and happy, Meng Bai put his arm around her waist, then slowly leaned in and took her tender lips into his mouth.

Mai Mai, a young girl, was no match for an experienced playboy. She was quickly drawn into the rhythm and immersed in the sweet atmosphere.

After an unknown amount of time, until Zhao Jinmai felt her breathing becoming somewhat disordered, the kiss finally ended.

Seeing her flushed face and the stirrings of first love, Meng Bai whispered, "Mai Mai, would you like to be with me?"

"I do, I've always done..."

The little girl murmured.

Meng Bai smiled slightly, gently placed her on the sofa, and then leaned over.

"Boom——"

Thunder rumbled across the sky, and the first rain of early summer fell all night.

(End of this chapter)