Mr. Pei! Don't force yourself into circles you can't fit into.

Shen family.

Shen Mingxiao's face was cold and serious. He placed his hands together in front of his desk, and his tone was clearly stern.

"Shen Jicheng has really gone too far this time. The Pei family is not a place he can mess around in!"

Across from him, Shen Yanhe appeared relaxed, holding his teacup and smiling gently.

"Brother, don't be angry. I don't think there's anything wrong with letting Chengcheng stay in the Pei family."

"Chengcheng has always been a bit playful since he was little, and he has always grown up under the protection of his family, so it's normal for him to be a bit arrogant. Now that he doesn't dare to reveal his identity as a member of the Shen family, it might not be a bad thing. Perhaps being in the Pei family can temper his character. This can also help him grow."

Shen Mingxiao's expression was grave. "It's not that I haven't thought about it, but you and I both know how dangerous Pei Lin is. We've encountered him a few times and know he's ruthless and decisive; those who betray him never have a good ending. I'm just worried that if Shen Jicheng's identity is exposed one day, will we be able to protect him?"

Shen Yanhe swirled her teacup, then put it down and said with a smile, "Then let him confirm his identity as Shi Jiaming."

These words made Shen Mingxiao pause, a thoughtful look appearing between his brows. "You mean..."

"Yu'an must be nineteen years old by now, right? Ten years ago, my elder brother kindly took in a boy who was about to starve to death, sponsored his schooling, and provided him with food and lodging. He can be considered a member of the Shen family, after all. Now, Yu'an can help out."

Shen Mingxiao immediately understood Shen Yanhe's deeper meaning. He pondered for a moment, "You mean to let Yu'an replace Shen Jicheng's identity, so that 'Shi Jiaming' will be safe."

Shen Yanhe smiled and said, "Yes."

Shen Mingxiao did not agree immediately, but said, "I need to ask Shen Yu'an for her opinion on this matter."

Although it's called taking in someone, it really just means providing accommodation and tuition fees, and they only see them once a year at the end of the year.

For Shen Jicheng's safety, this method is not out of the question.

After Shen Yanhe left, Shen Mingxiao opened his phone and found a number he rarely dialed from his contacts.

...

Huajin Group.

Pei Lin propped his head up with his hand, listening casually to his subordinates' instructions, but as he listened, his face gradually darkened.

Zhang Xu spoke cautiously, "President Pei, Mr. Shi means that your apology should be sincere..."

In fact, his original words were even more unpleasant to hear, but he was afraid that if he said them out loud, President Pei would not be able to resist throwing Mr. Shi into the sea to feed the sharks, so he put it more tactfully.

Pei Lin clearly understood Shen Jicheng; he glanced at Zhang Xu.

"What were his exact words?"

Zhang Xu ultimately couldn't withstand that extremely strong pressure.

"The exact words were..."

"Tell Pei Lin! I won't fall for that! He used me first, and now he wants to make up? It's not that easy! He threatened me before; my fragile heart was severely damaged! All I can say is that he bullied me because I have no connections. Now he's apologizing, but I won't accept it!"

Zhang Xu repeated what Shen Jicheng said in the same tone.

After he finished speaking, Pei Lin's expression was beyond just ugly. Zhang Xu was also very worried. Who could have imagined that in just a few days, Mr. Shi's personality would change so drastically after he learned that he had been deceived?

They were initially somewhat afraid of their CEO Pei, but now they have no fear whatsoever.

Unfortunately, their CEO Pei was in a good mood and hadn't made a fuss about it these past few days, indulging Mr. Shi in every way. But Mr. Shi didn't know what it meant to know when to stop; he only knew what it meant to push his luck.

Sure enough, starting last night, she began clamoring to sleep in a separate room from their CEO, Mr. Pei.

President Pei wasn't angry at all; he kept coaxing Mr. Shi and showering him with gifts.

"Very good." Pei Lin laughed in extreme anger.

"He's been spoiled rotten, and he's become increasingly arrogant and ignorant."

Zhang Xu silently lit an incense stick for Shen Jicheng in his heart. "Who did you have to provoke? Why couldn't you understand why you had to be so desperate to die?"

He asked respectfully, "Mr. Pei, should we throw it into the snake pit or into the sea?"

Pei Lin narrowed his eyes, his thin lips parted slightly, and he coldly uttered four words.

"Throw it on my bed."

Zhang Xu: "?"

"If he won't listen to reason, he'll have to suffer the consequences. Since he doesn't know what's good for him, there's no point in trying to reason with him."

Zhang Xu: "...Yes"

night.

Shen Jicheng hummed a little tune as he returned to Beishan Villa. Before he could even enter the living room, everything went black, and then the world spun around him as he was suddenly carried away. He was quite frightened.

"Who is it?! What do you want?!"

He kept struggling, but Pei Lin ignored him completely. When he moved around, Pei Lin even slapped his buttocks and said, "Don't move."

Shen Jicheng knew immediately it was Pei Lin. He was both angry and annoyed. Before he could do anything, he was thrown onto the bed.

Pei Lin glanced at Shen Jicheng on the bed, then stood at the foot of the bed and began to unbutton his shirt one button at a time. His eyes were dark and deep, and his tone was slightly cold.

"Honey, I've been coaxing you for days! I agreed to let you go out, I gave you money, and I even agreed to let you sleep in separate beds. Now, shouldn't you give me something in return?"

Shen Jicheng's back was pressed against the headboard, his knees slightly bent, and he pulled the blanket over himself. His peach blossom eyes were fixed on Pei Lin, and he spoke innocently.

"What are you talking about...?"

"I don't understand..."

A sweet treat? Dream on!

We finally managed to sleep separately, how could he possibly willingly walk into a wolf's den again!

Pei Lin was amused by his feigned ignorance. Too lazy to argue with him any further, he simply unbuttoned the last button, cleanly took off his shirt, revealing his firm and toned abs. Shen Jicheng's eyes lit up at the sight. He loved this kind of physique and couldn't wait to pounce on him and touch it.

But when he thought about who the other person was, he immediately dismissed the idea.

"What...what do you want to do...?"

Pei Lin answered Shen Jicheng's words with his actions; he lunged forward and pounced on Shen Jicheng.

"Tell me what I want to do?"

As soon as he finished speaking, he ripped open Shen Jicheng's clothes, startling Shen Jicheng, who quickly covered his chest in panic and tried to stop him.

"You said you would respect my opinions from now on! You promised not to force me?!" he shouted hurriedly.

Pei Lin sniffed Shen Jicheng's neck, his tone cool, "That depends on what it is." With that, he bit down on Shen Jicheng's neck, making Shen Jicheng gasp in pain.

"Damn it, can't you be a little gentler?!"

Pei Lin ignored him, one hand already inside Shen Jicheng's clothes, his fingertips caressing his skin, inch by inch. Shen Jicheng swallowed hard, his hand pressing against Pei Lin's chest to prevent him from going any further, and gently advised him...

"You can't go back on your word; these things require mutual consent."

"It's okay, I'm willing to do it."