Night Fire Lingering

Chapter 150 Wife, Give Me a Date

The villas in Longyu Bay are empty and devoid of any human presence.

Almost immediately after Wen Yan moved out, Gu Yanci rarely returned here. Later, when he moved into Wen Yan's large apartment, he never returned here again. His clothes were always ironed and delivered to him by the maid.

Wen Yan planned to stay in the second bedroom, but the man put his razor and other personal items in the shower room of the second bedroom first, and put her suitcase in the master bedroom.

Less than an hour later, the latest ready-to-wear garments from various brands were delivered by their respective sales representatives according to Wen Yan's measurements.

The villa instantly came back to life, and the coming and going of people filled Gu Yanci's long-empty heart.

The servants who lived nearby quickly returned to tidy up the house and cook. When they saw Wen Yan appear, they all cheerfully called her "Madam," as if they had been looking forward to it for a long time and had no idea that she and Gu Yanci were getting a divorce.

Because of Nan Yun, her heart, which had been cold and numb, was warmed by the steaming atmosphere of the fireworks. Wen Yan returned their smiles one by one.

Gu Yanci worked overtime in his study until 10 p.m.

Upon opening the door, I found that Wen Yan was not asleep, but sitting on the small sofa in the hallway watching a documentary, but her eyes were vacant, clearly indicating that she wasn't actually watching.

Gu Yanci stood in front of her door for a long time without being noticed by the woman, which made him feel a little annoyed.

I had no choice but to ask, "Why aren't you asleep?"

Wen Yan snapped out of her daze, paused for two seconds, and stood up.

I haven't thanked you yet.

Gu Yanci leaned against the wall with his arms crossed, and said with a half-smile, "Wen Yan, last time you wanted to thank me properly, you were planning to offer yourself up. What about this time?"

Wen Yan's expression froze.

She had no such intention at all, staring stiffly at Gu Yanci with a hint of wariness.

"Just kidding!" Gu Yanci ruffled Wen Yan's hair, making it a mess.

After saying that, the man didn't linger at all, went back to the second bedroom, and closed the door.

It was as if what I just said was really just an unintentional joke.

In the empty corridor, Wen Yan breathed a sigh of relief.

She wasn't sure if Gu Yanci was joking or not.

But she was certain that he probably did want it.

Before their conflict became public, he was infatuated with her body.

Now, Gu Yanci has chosen to completely respect her.

-

The next day.

Wen Yan went to the bank first and prepared the receipts and transfer documents for the jewelry, antiques and calligraphy left by Nan Yun in the bank safe deposit box. Since she didn't know where Nan Yun lived, she asked the bodyguard to deliver the items to the hotel where Nan Zhiyi was staying and hand them over to Nan Zhiyi.

Then he went back to school to complete the procedures for enrolling in his doctoral program, and also to apologize for his abrupt departure at the celebration banquet that day. However, apart from Jiang Huaixu, the others all happened to have other commitments.

Jiang Huaixu asked Wen Yan, "What happened a few days ago? Was something unpleasant?"

"There were some unpleasant things at home, but they've been resolved," Wen Yan said, half-truthfully, not wanting to completely deceive Jiang Huaixu, but also not wanting to reveal those messy family matters to outsiders.

Jiang Huaixu glanced at Wen Yan for a moment, then his peripheral vision suddenly paused. He noticed the colorful gemstone bracelet he had given her on her wrist and smiled, "It's good that it's resolved. If you encounter any difficulties, remember to come to me."

"Okay, thank you, senior. I'll treat you to a meal today as an apology!"

Jiang Huaixu nodded in agreement, and the two walked side by side out of the school.

"elder sister!"

Suddenly, a voice came from over there.

Nan Zhiyi waved happily and jogged over.

“I don’t have a younger sister,” Wen Yan coldly reminded her. “You can call me by my full name.”

"Sister..." Nan Zhiyi looked at Wen Yan with some hurt, then noticed Jiang Huaixu beside Wen Yan, paused for a moment, and asked curiously, "Who is this?"

Wen Yan ignored Nan Zhiyi's question and said to her, "Someone will be coming to your hotel today to find you. There are some things I need to give to your mother. Thank you."

After saying that, he turned directly to Jiang Huaixu and said, "Senior, let's go."

Jiang Huaixu nodded, as if he hadn't seen Nan Zhiyi.

Nan Zhiyi watched the two figures leave, and unconsciously pursed her lips.

"Minami-san?"

Nan Zhiyi turned around and saw a girl with delicate features: "Are you Song Yudie from the Imperial University debate team?"

“Yes!” Song Yudie nodded happily.

She was the second debater in the debate competition and didn't stand out. She didn't expect that Nan Zhiyi not only remembered her, but also remembered her full name clearly, which made her feel a little happy to be valued.

"Nan, what are you doing here? Wasn't your debate team supposed to be sightseeing in the capital today?" Song Yudie asked curiously.

“I’ve been to all those places.” Nan Zhiyi pointed to the backs of Jiang Huaixu and Wen Yan walking away side by side not far away and asked, “Who is the person next to Wen Yan? I think I saw him backstage at the debate competition before.”

"His name is Jiang Huaixu, and he's our senior."

Song Yudie's tone was noticeably sour, and her jealousy was bursting forth uncontrollably.

She texted Jiang Huaixu yesterday, wanting to ask him out for dinner and a movie, but Jiang Huaixu said he didn't have time. Little did she know that he had asked Wen Yan instead!

If she had known her senior was there, she wouldn't have used the excuse of having something to do to decline Wen Yan's invitation!

Nan Zhiyi asked with a mischievous smile, "You like that senior? He does seem very outstanding."

Song Yudie blushed slightly and snorted, "Of course the senior is outstanding, otherwise Wen Yan wouldn't be stringing him along even though she already has a boyfriend! The senior gave her a bracelet, and she deliberately wore it to show off!"

Bracelet?

Nan Zhiyi hadn't paid attention to it, but she kept it in mind.

"Do you know why Wen went back to school today?" she asked casually, then quickly added, "Am I being a bit nosy? Don't be shy, I—"

"There's nothing I can't say! She's back to process her direct PhD application."

"Oh, I see. She's amazing!"

……

"Miss, weren't you looking for that Miss Wen? You didn't find her?" The driver asked when he saw Nan Zhiyi return so quickly.

Nan Zhiyi did not answer, but instructed, "Go to the Gu Group headquarters."

Daniel was involved in trade and maritime transport in Europe. After returning from his journey to and from the port, he connected with Gu Yanci. The Gu Group had numerous businesses, and many of its products were exported. Daniel specifically returned to China to discuss cooperation with Gu Yanci.

Nam Ji-yi revealed that she was Daniel's daughter, and Daniel's assistant confirmed her identity. The secretary then led her to the waiting room to wait.

As soon as Daniel came out of the conference room, he saw a pretty figure sitting on the sofa: "Zhiyi?"

Nan Zhiyi got up, ran over and gave Daniel a big hug.

"Daddy, are you surprised?"

Daniel pretended to be angry and flicked Nan Zhiyi's nose: "What are you doing here? Daddy's working, stop fooling around!"

Nan Zhiyi snorted, glanced at Gu Yanci, and then said to Daniel, "I know Mr. Gu's wife. I originally wanted to have dinner and chat with her, but she had an appointment, so I had to come to you instead!"

“Miss Nan, my wife doesn’t like socializing, so I hope you won’t approach her casually.” Gu Yanci didn’t want Nan Zhiyi to take the initiative to contact Wen Yan, as it would remind Wen Yan of painful memories.

"Not sociable?" Nan Zhiyi frowned in confusion. "But I saw her chatting and laughing with a handsome guy today, which doesn't seem like she's not sociable. That handsome guy seems to be her senior, and he even gave her a pretty bracelet before."

handsome guy?

Senior?

A cold glint flashed in Gu Yanci's eyes, but he did not reply.

He glanced at Zhou Qi, who was on standby at any moment.

Zhou Qi made a 'please' gesture: "Mr. Daniel, Ms. Nan, I'll see you both off. This way, please."

“Mr. Gu, if you’re worried, next time I want to invite your wife, I’ll send you an invitation first, okay?” Nan Zhiyi persisted.

Gu Yanci didn't answer her, but instead glanced at Daniel.

Daniel glanced helplessly at his daughter, then pulled Nan Zhiyi and Gu Yanci away to say goodbye.

“Zhiyi, Mr. Gu and I are discussing business. What kind of behavior is it for you to send him an invitation? Even if you want to invite Mrs. Gu, you should send her an invitation.”

"Oh."

"Why are you so interested in Mrs. Gu?" Daniel asked, puzzled.

Nan Zhiyi then remembered that her father didn't know about the relationship between her mother and Wen Yan.

However, there's no need to tell Daddy.

"Mrs. Gu is very outstanding, I'd like to learn more about her!"

Daniel, who had always been indulgent towards his daughter, didn't ask any further questions.

-

Wen Yan was having dinner with Jiang Huaixu when her phone rang.

"Have you got a meal yet?"

Inside the CEO's office, Gu Yanci held his phone expressionlessly, but his voice and tone remained unchanged.

"I'm eating." Wen Yan glanced at Jiang Huaixu subconsciously.

Jiang Huaixu pointed in the direction of the restroom and walked out on his own.

It is a polite behavior to proactively and repeatedly receive phone calls.

"Did you like the food the kitchen made today?" Gu Yanci asked.

"Hmm, it's quite delicious." Wen Yan figured the meal was almost over, so there was no need to say too much. She simply agreed to his words to avoid any trouble.

Gu Yanci lit a cigarette, took a breath, and the taste of nicotine calmed down the various emotions in his heart, like magma frozen under ice.

He said, "The weather's nice today, shall I go for a walk with you this afternoon?"

Wen Yan was stunned.

Sunbathing and strolling together—this peaceful and heartwarming experience was something Gu Yanci had never done with her before.

"...I have to accompany Bei Qing to her prenatal checkup this afternoon."

Gu Yanci smiled silently, but his eyes were filled with coldness.

He complained gently, "Mrs. Gu, you won't give me a chance to invite you on a date."

Wen Yan said, "I do need to accompany Bei Qing to her prenatal checkup."

Gu Yanci did not insist and simply replied, "Okay."

When Jiang Huaixu returned, Wen Yan had already finished her phone call. Wen Yan asked a waiter to pay the bill, but was told that it had already been paid.

"There's no reason for a girl to pay the bill," Jiang Huaixu said with a smile, helping Wen Yan carry her bag. "Let's go, want to do some shopping?"

Wen Yan quickly took the bag and carried it herself: "No, I have to go to the hospital with a friend this afternoon."

"Accompany Miss Luo?" Jiang Huaixu asked.

"How did you know?" Wen Yan asked in shock.

"I just happened to hear about Miss Luo and the He family's situation," Jiang Huaixu said. "Miss Luo's parents and my parents are old acquaintances. Let me take you there and visit Miss Luo while I'm at it."

Jiang Huaixu brought up his relationship with Luo Beiqing, and since he was visiting Luo Beiqing, Wen Yan couldn't refuse. She sent a message to Luo Beiqing beforehand to explain the situation.

Jiang Huaixu's visit was very formal. He bought supplements and delivered them to their door, and also offered to drive Wen Yan and Luo Beiqing to the hospital.

Luo Beiqing didn't refuse, and Wen Yan didn't know what to say.

Jiang Huaixu didn't leave immediately after taking the people to the hospital, saying he would take them back later.

After leaving Jiang Huaixu for a while, Luo Beiqing muttered to Wen Yan, "My parents and his parents do have some connection, but they haven't been in touch for years. Why are they suddenly coming to visit?"

"Then why are you making them do hard labor!" Wen Yan was speechless.

Jiang Huaixu is still a patient!

"Isn't he deliberately offering himself up?" Luo Beiqing winked mischievously at Wen Yan. "Yan Yan, he's interested in you!"

Wen Yan was shocked: "Don't talk nonsense!"

"Absolutely! I'd bet you my child's right to his name!"

"..."

Wen Yan carefully recalled Jiang Huaixu's various actions, and indeed... he seemed... to be somewhat considerate towards her.

Wen Yan suddenly felt a headache coming on, hoping that Luo Beiqing was just talking nonsense and that she was overthinking things.

"I don't have those feelings for him," Wen Yan declared first to avoid any trouble from her best friend.

"Okay." Luo Beiqing was a little disappointed. "I'll go thank him myself in a bit. He came to see me off, it has nothing to do with you."

-

Gu's Group, President's Office.

Gu Yanci received a message from the hospital: "Mr. Gu, Mrs. Gu did accompany Miss Luo to the hospital for a prenatal checkup. She was brought by a young man in his twenties, whom Mrs. Gu referred to as 'senior'."

In an instant, the atmosphere in the CEO's office seemed to drop several degrees, the air pressure felt heavy, and it sent chills down one's spine.