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Lu Yan's car sped toward the flower shop. His mind was in turmoil the whole way. He was both looking forward to seeing Liu Yunshu and afraid of facing her aloofness.

When he arrived at the flower shop, he pushed open the door and saw Liu Yunshu and Zhou Mingyu huddled together, studying the new flower arrangements.

Sunlight streamed through the glass, casting a gentle halo around the two of them, a sight that stung his eyes.

"Yun Shu," Lu Yan called out to her, his voice trembling without him even realizing it.

Liu Yunshu turned her head at the sound of the voice, saw Lu Yan, was taken aback at first, then raised an eyebrow and smiled: "Mr. Lu, what brings you here?"

Zhou Mingyu also looked up and nodded politely: "President Lu."

But there was a hint of inquiry and wariness in that gaze. Was that man him?

Lu Yan ignored him and walked straight to Liu Yunshu, looking at her with a deep gaze.

Just as Liu Yunshu opened her mouth to ask a question, he reached out and pulled her tightly into his arms.

He rested his chin on the top of her head and said in a pitiful voice, "Yun Shu, I went back to your apartment after the meeting, but you weren't there, and your breakfast was untouched... I thought..."

"What did you think?" Liu Yunshu suppressed a laugh and teased him on purpose.

Lu Yan held her tightly, his voice muffled: "I thought you were avoiding me because you didn't like my performance last night..."

These words carried a hint of coquettish grievance, making Liu Yunshu's ears burn. This man...

Zhou Mingyu coughed lightly, pretending he didn't exist!

Liu Yunshu nudged him and laughed, scolding, "Mr. Lu, how old are you? Why are you saying such things?"

Lu Yan hugged her even tighter, his voice tinged with grievance and trembling with caution: "Yun Shu, we all... why are you still calling me Mr. Lu!"

The expectation and grievance in those words softened Liu Yunshu's heart; men just love to act cute.

She reached out and wrapped her arms around his waist, whispering, "So, what do you want me to call you?"

Upon hearing this, Lu Yan's eyes lit up, and his voice was filled with excitement: "Call me A-Yan."

Looking into the intensity in his eyes, Liu Yunshu smiled and said softly, "Ayan."

This call was like a spring breeze, instantly dispelling all the unease in Lu Yan's heart.

He hugged Liu Yunshu tightly, his forehead pressed against hers, and smiled brightly: "Yunshu, I'm so happy."

Xiao Ba looked at the data with a surprised expression, "Wow, changing the name can increase it by 5%!"

Liu Yunshu curled the corners of her lips but did not answer it.

Zhou Mingyu, standing to the side, silently swallowed his bitterness, arranging the flowers and letting out a soft sigh in his heart.

Some people and some things, if you're a step too late, are destined to be regrets.

"Yun Shu, I have some things to take care of at the shop, so... I'll be leaving now." Zhou Mingyu's voice carried a hint of sadness.

Liu Yunshu then remembered that there were still people around, and hurriedly withdrew from Lu Yan's embrace. It was all because Lu Yan smelled too good.

She first gave Lu Yan a reproachful look, then said to Zhou Mingyu, "Boss Zhou, I'm sorry for my rudeness earlier. I'll come to your shop again next time to try your specialty coffee."

Zhou Mingyu forced a smile, nodded, and turned to leave.

The wind chimes tinkled crisply as the door was opened, as if drawing an end to this unrequited love that had ended without fruition.

Lu Yan watched him leave, a hint of triumphant gleam in his eyes, before snuggling close to Liu Yunshu and saying, "Yunshu, I'm hungry."

Liu Yunshu glanced at him sideways, poking his chest with her fingertip: "President Lu, if your business rivals saw you like this, they'd be shocked."

Lu Yan caught her mischievous hand and gently kissed it. "Only for you to see." Then, his eyes darkened. "Last night...were you satisfied?"

Thinking of last night, Liu Yunshu couldn't help but rub her legs, a hint of longing flashing in her eyes. She was hungry again, what should she do?

"If Ayan does this every time... I would be even more satisfied."

Lu Yan caught a fleeting glimpse of longing in her eyes, his Adam's apple bobbing involuntarily. He squeezed her palm with his fingertips, his voice low and husky like a cello: "How about... somewhere else tonight?"

Liu Yunshu was amused by his straightforward hint; this man truly understood her heart.

She pulled her hand back to straighten the collar of her cheongsam, which he had disheveled: "Mr. Lu, you just finished a meeting and you're already thinking about these things? Aren't you worried about running out of energy?"

"I have the energy for you anytime." Lu Yan leaned down, his warm breath brushing against her ear. "Besides, Yun Shu didn't say that last night."

His deliberately lowered voice carried the lingering effects of last night, causing Liu Yunshu's cheeks to flush. She reached out and pushed him away, saying, "You're being indecent."

But he grabbed her fingertips with his hand, his palm warm and dry, the calloused touch making her heart itch.

"Being serious with others is enough." Lu Yan looked at her reddened earlobes, unable to hide the smile in his eyes. "What do you want to eat for lunch? I'll have my assistant make a reservation."

She raised an eyebrow, turned to look at Lu Yan, and her eyes curved into a more alluring smile: "Don't want to go out to eat? I'll cook for you." (While I'm at it, I'll eat you too.)

Lu Yan's eyes lit up: "Okay."

He longed to go to where she lived, even if it was just for a short while.

Liu Yunshu had someone watch the flower shop and took Lu Yan home.

The apartment wasn't large, but it was decorated elegantly, with several potted plants on the balcony and a small succulent platter on the windowsill.

"Please sit wherever you like."

Liu Yunshu turned and went into the kitchen. "There are some vegetables in the fridge, want to make a simple meal?"

Lu Yan didn't sit down, but followed her to the kitchen doorway, leaning against the door frame to watch her tie her apron.

The hem of her dark green cheongsam swept past her ankles, and as she bent down to pick up vegetables, the lines of her lower back were smooth and alluring.

"No need to go to too much trouble, everything you did was fine." His voice was deep, his gaze fixed on her, unable to look away.

Liu Yunshu turned around and glared at him: "If you look again, I'll blindfold you."

Lu Yan chuckled softly, not only not looking away, but taking two steps forward and gently wrapping his arms around her waist from behind: "Yun Shu, you smell so good."

His chin rested on her shoulder, his breath brushing against her neck, carrying the crisp scent of cedar that mingled with the floral fragrance on her body, creating an exceptionally pleasant aroma.

Liu Yunshu paused, her hand holding the cleaver, a faint blush rising to her ears: "Stop fooling around, be careful not to cut yourself."

If I keep making a scene, I really won't be able to control myself.

"Then give me a kiss and I won't make a fuss." Lu Yan nuzzled against her neck like a child begging for candy.

This man is getting better and better at acting cute.

Helpless, Liu Yunshu turned her head and kissed him on the cheek. Just as she was about to turn back, he grabbed the back of her neck and gave her an urgent kiss.

The sunlight outside the window was perfect. The kitchen range hood wasn't on; the only sounds were the two of them breathing together and a few birds chirping in the distance.

Xiao Ba covered his eyes but couldn't help peeking through his fingers: "These two lecherous devils are kissing as soon as they got home."

Liu Yunshu's legs went weak from the kiss, and the kitchen knife in her hand clattered onto the cutting board. Lu Yan took the opportunity to turn her around, hugged her in his arms, and deepened the kiss.

He released her when they were both a little out of breath, pressing his forehead against hers: "Yun Shu, I think... I'm liking you more and more."

Seeing the seriousness in his eyes, Liu Yunshu's heart stirred slightly. She reached out and hooked her arm around his neck: "Then you'd better hold on tight, or what if I run away?"

"You can't escape." Lu Yan tightened his arms, holding her even closer in his embrace. "You'll never escape in this lifetime."

He lowered his head and pecked her lips again, his voice tinged with laughter: "Let's cook first, I'm really hungry."

Liu Yunshu was amused by him, pushed him away and picked up the kitchen knife: "If you keep making a fuss, you really won't get any food."

Lu Yan didn't disturb her anymore, but just leaned against the kitchen doorway and watched her.

Her movements as she chopped vegetables were swift and efficient. Sunlight fell on the ends of her hair, making the champagne gold shimmer with tiny sparkles. It was an ordinary, everyday scene, yet it brought him immense peace of mind.

This is probably what it feels like to want to spend your whole life with someone.

Lu Yan ate the simple three dishes and soup with great satisfaction, repeatedly praising Liu Yunshu's excellent cooking skills.

Liu Yunshu rested her chin on her hand, watching him eat with satisfaction, a smile spreading across her eyes: "Eat slowly, no one's going to take it from you."

You need to be well-fed to have the energy to work.

"It smells so good, I couldn't resist," he said, picking up a slice of meat and holding it to her lips. "You should have some too."

Liu Yunshu didn't dodge, but opened her mouth and bit down. "Hmm? This meat doesn't seem quite right."

"Really?" Upon hearing this, Lu Yan picked up another piece and put it in his mouth. After chewing it a few times, he said, "It tastes pretty good to me. It's tender and smooth."

A smile flashed in Liu Yunshu's eyes. She was so cute and delicious.

She stood up, slowly walked to Lu Yan's side, turned around and sat in Lu Yan's lap.

She wrapped her arms around his neck and breathed softly in his ear, "Ayan, try it again. Is the taste right?"