I married my best friend's dad in a whirlwind romance, only to find out he'd secretly love

Lu Yanzhi didn't ask any questions, his voice gentle, "Remember to tell me if anything happens, and I'll help you take care of it."

Hearing the man's words, Qiao An'an's eyes reddened, and she reached out to hug him tightly, burying her head in his chest.

She longed to just hold him like this forever, ignoring Zhiyao and the opinions of the world, but ultimately she couldn't get past her own conscience.

Lu Yanzhi lowered his head and kissed her forehead. Tomorrow, she would know that she was the love of his life.

He held her in his arms, looking forward to tomorrow even more.

As Qiao An'an, who was in his arms, listened to his heartbeat, she felt even more conflicted and uneasy.

She thought that even if it was only for three months, it would be worth it to cherish those three months of tenderness.

The man's gaze made Qiao An'an's face burn.

"Could you please stop staring at me like that...?"

"You're so cute, I only want to look at you."

The man's words made Qiao An'an's heart race, and even her breathing became a little erratic.

She looked up and met the man's gentle gaze.

She never expected that this aloof and domineering CEO could so readily utter sweet words.

But she didn't dislike it; on the contrary, she felt it was sweet.

Qiao An'an blushed and lowered her head, snuggling closer into his arms.

Lu Yanzhi chuckled softly.

Suddenly, Qiao An'an spoke up, "Ayan, don't be so good to me, I'll miss you."

Lu Yanzhi lifted her chin, making her look at him, his tone gentle and earnest.

"It's good that you can't bear to part with me. I like it when you can't bear to part with me. I hope you'll stay by my side forever."

Qiao An'an's heart was pounding.

His gaze was so sincere that it dispelled all her hesitation.

Seeing her flutter in her heart, Lu Yanzhi kissed her lips, his voice hoarse, "No rush, I can wait."

"If you take one step toward me, I'll take care of the remaining ninety-nine."

Qiao An'an closed her eyes and buried her head back in his chest, feeling as if half of the hurdle in her heart had been cleared up.

"Ayan..."

"Um?"

"Ayan."

"I am here!"

After a long while, Lu Yanzhi led Qiao An'an into the room, afraid that she would hide.

"Do you want me to help you wash?" Lu Yanzhi looked at her with a half-smile.

Qiao An'an's face flushed. "No need, I can manage by myself."

After saying that, she gave the man a coquettish glare, picked up a bath towel, and walked towards the bathroom.

She closed the bathroom door and took deep breaths.

Meanwhile, Lu Yanzhi, who was outwardly visible, picked up his bathrobe and left the room.

This apartment doesn't have just one room, nor just one bathroom.

So that I could be alone with my baby, I designed the other doors to be invisible.

When Qiao An'an came out of the shower, she saw that the man seemed to have already showered and was sitting on the edge of the bed looking at her.

His gaze was intense, and his originally cold and hard face softened with tenderness and a touch of languor.

Lu Yanzhi looked at Qiao An'an's fair skin and said in a low voice, "You're done washing up, come here."

Qiao An'an nervously walked to the bedside, feeling flustered as she looked at the man.

Lu Yanzhi reached out and pulled her into his arms.

"Ah~"

Qiao An'an exclaimed in surprise and uncontrollably fell into her arms.

She instinctively tried to push him away, but couldn't.

But soon, she reacted.

That's not right!

There's only one room here, so where did he take a shower?

"Ayan..." Her voice trembled slightly, "Where did you take a bath?"

"I didn't expect my little darling to find out." He chuckled softly, causing Qiao An'an to tremble slightly.

"There are other bathrooms here."

Lu Yanzhi smiled, "The door to the other room is fixed."

Upon hearing this, Qiao An'an's eyes immediately lit up. If it was fixed, then she wouldn't have to sleep with Lu Yanzhi anymore.

"Then I'll go sleep in that room."

"Good boy, have you thought it through?" Lu Yanzhi did not refuse.

"Yes!" Qiao An'an nodded firmly.

"Okay, let's go take a look together."

After saying that, Lu Yanzhi picked her up.

Qiao An'an struggled to get down, saying, "I can walk by myself."

Lu Yanzhi's tone left no room for refusal: "Hold on tight, or you'll fall."

Upon hearing this, Qiao An'an dared not move again, clinging tightly to Lu Yanzhi's neck, afraid of falling.

Lu Yanzhi curled the corners of his mouth.

Qiao An'an realized that he was trying to scare her, and annoyed, she reached out and punched him.

"You're so mean! You scared me!"

Lu Yanzhi laughed, "I wouldn't dare to scare you."

He carried her out of the room, and pushed against what appeared to be a flat wall—it turned out to be a door.

Qiao An'an was surprised.

But when he saw that the room was empty, his lips twitched.

This room is completely empty; there isn't even a dressing table, let alone a bed.

Qiao An'an looked at the man with a puzzled expression.

Lu Yanzhi explained, "This room has never been used and has never been touched. It has been like this since the renovation was completed."

Qiao An'an's lips twitched.

Does this mean she still has to share a bed with Lu Yanzhi?

"Sweetie, I'll feel bad if you sleep on the floor. Let's go back to the master bedroom."

Qiao An'an remained silent.

She looked at the empty room and didn't want to say anything more.

She could tell from any angle that this man was doing it on purpose.

Lu Yanzhi laughed when he saw that she didn't speak.

"Let's go back to our room."

With that, he turned and left the room, returning to the master bedroom.

As soon as they got to bed, Qiao An'an tried to hide to the side, but the man pulled her into his arms.

"Lu Yanzhi, let go!"

"No!" Lu Yanzhi lowered his head and kissed her forehead, then her lips. He didn't kiss her deeply, but just touched her gently.

This made Qiao An'an feel weak all over.

"Don't be afraid, sweetie."

Lu Yanzhi's voice was hoarse as he tried his best to control himself.

"I want to hold you while I sleep, okay?"

Qiao An'an looked up at him suddenly and met his doting and restrained gaze, feeling a sense of dependence in her heart.

She nodded gently, "Okay."

She regretted it as soon as she said it.

But deep down, she didn't want to refuse.

After all, she now has her aunt protecting her, so even if Lu Yanzhi wanted to do something, he couldn't.

Lu Yanzhi's smile deepened as he pulled her into his arms and covered her with the blanket.

Qiao An'an felt a warm feeling in her heart.

He really didn't force himself to do things he didn't want to do.

The two were very close and could hear each other breathing.

The man's arm was around her waist, and Qiao An'an did not dodge.

Qiao An'an snuggled closer to him, her nose filled with the pleasant scent of cedar wood emanating from him.

She raised her hand and took his hand in hers.

Her initiative surprised Lu Yanzhi for a moment, then he reached out and intertwined his fingers with hers.

"My dear, no matter what tomorrow or the future brings, I will always be good to you and cherish and love you for the rest of my life."

Hearing the man's words, Qiao An'an was so moved that she wanted to cry. She choked out a "Mmm".

"My darling, I want to be with you forever!"