After putting down his phone, Chen Cheng began looking through the information sent by Yu Tu.

Knowing that Zhao Yazu would later be sent to gather intelligence related to nuclear power, Chen Cheng decided to study up on it to avoid getting caught up in something without knowing what was going on.

While he was reading, he suddenly heard the sound of a door opening.

Chen Cheng raised an eyebrow. Had that girl Zhong Xiaoqin returned so soon?

He glanced at the timestamp in the bottom right corner of the computer screen; it was only two o'clock.

Chen Cheng didn't move, just sat in his chair looking toward the door.

A few seconds later, an unexpected person appeared before his eyes.

Gu Jia, wearing a light green dress and looking graceful, was stunned when she caught sight of Chen Cheng sitting by the window.

Before coming up, she had specifically asked what Zhong Xiaoqin was doing.

Knowing she was at work, Gu Jia thought she'd take advantage of the empty house to grab a bag from the walk-in closet.

Since Zhong Xiaoqin moved in, she hadn't visited at all.

Today, she had changed into a beautiful dress but couldn't find a suitable bag at home, so she thought about coming to Chen Cheng's to find one.

She didn't expect...

She didn't expect Chen Cheng to be here.

Wait...

Why was he here?

Could it be... could it be that Xiao Qin and him...

Gulp~

Thinking of this, Gu Jia swallowed hard in disbelief.

This bastard really had something going on with Xiao Qin too...

Gu Jia simply didn't dare to think any further.

While Gu Jia was dazed, Chen Cheng had already walked up to her.

"What's wrong? You look stunned to see me?"

Gu Jia snapped out of it, a forced, awkward smile on her face. "N-no... nothing~"

Seeing her flustered look, the corners of Chen Cheng's mouth curled up. "Then I'm a bit disappointed."

"By the way, you came up to... get a bag, right?"

Gu Jia nervously pursed her lips. "Mm-hmm~"

After that night and the footsie battle under the table that other evening, she didn't know how to face Chen Cheng now.

On one hand, he teased her whenever he got the chance;

On the other hand, he lent her bags and helped her establish herself in the Wives' Circle.

Chen Cheng smiled brightly, looking Gu Jia up and down in her light green dress.

This woman was tall with long legs; she definitely had a unique charm when wearing a dress.

Chen Cheng looked her over seriously. "You could pick a nude-colored bag; it would complement this outfit better."

Hearing him say this, Gu Jia breathed a sigh of relief.

She was truly a bit afraid of this tormentor, fearing he would do something improper to her again.

But there were some things she found hard to let go of.

Besides, when this man was being serious, he was quite likable.

After all, he was a tall, fit, and dashingly handsome man.

Gu Jia glanced at Chen Cheng again. Seeing his calm expression, she timidly pointed toward the bedroom.

"Then, I'll go?"

"Mm~ go ahead." Chen Cheng nodded slightly.

Hearing this, Gu Jia finally felt at ease and started walking toward the bedroom.

But before she had gone a few steps, she heard Chen Cheng say calmly:

"Actually... never mind. Since I'm free anyway, I'll help you choose."

Gu Jia almost choked on her breath, the muscles in her face twitching several times.

Half-reluctantly, Gu Jia followed Chen Cheng into the bedroom where the bags were usually kept.

"..."

"Try this one~"

Chen Cheng picked a few from the cabinet, holding them in his hand. After looking a bit more, he handed a white Crescent Bag to Gu Jia.

At this moment, a faint smile appeared on Gu Jia's lips.

She had originally thought she was unable to escape her fate today.

To her surprise, things had taken a turn for the better; this rogue was actually seriously picking out a bag for her.

Gu Jia completely relaxed, a faint smile on her lips as she took the bag, compared it against her shoulder, and turned to look in the mirror.

It was a good bag and suited her outfit well; Gu Jia was genuinely pleased.

Seeing her delighted expression, Chen Cheng's lips curled slightly as he reached out and took Gu Jia's hands.

It was as if he were holding his own wife's hand.

He acted perfectly normal, without a hint of guilt or shyness.

He pulled her close and carefully examined her outfit.

"Hmm... not bad. It suits you well."

Gu Jia was stunned by his sudden action, standing frozen on the spot.

Gulp~

Was what she feared finally happening?

Seeing her silence, a wicked smile appeared on Chen Cheng's lips as he looked at Gu Jia teasingly:

"Gu Jia, tell me the truth. We haven't seen each other for over half a month—did you miss me?"

"..."

Gu Jia lowered her head and bit her lip, meeting him with silence.

However, her rapid breathing and slightly trembling body betrayed her.

Sometimes, only after being full does one know what hunger is.

When Xu Huanshan was away on business, it was easy to remember that night.

When Xu Huanshan was at home, it was even easier to remember that night, that morning, and that feeling of being completely filled.

Chen Cheng didn't wait for her answer. His hand, holding her soft skin, moved to her waist and pulled her closer to him.

He lowered his head and kissed her red lips.

"Mmm~"

"Chen Cheng, don't do this, I..."

"I... mmm..."

Gu Jia was so anxious that tears began to fall.

At first, she was very resistant, but after a few seconds, her whole body went limp, and she began to respond passively.

Gradually, Gu Jia became lost in the moment, unconsciously raising her arms to wrap them around Chen Cheng's neck.

Her response gradually became passionate... and active.

...

"Rogue!!! Scoundrel!!!"

...

"You're so amazing!"

...

"You're at it again?"

...

After an unknown amount of time, Gu Jia caught her breath. Her face was flushed, still glowing from the afterglow, and she weakly raised her hand to hit Chen Cheng.

"It's all your fault. Now I have to apologize to Mrs. Wang and the others again."

"Apologize?" Chen Cheng asked suspiciously. "Apologize for what?"

"Sigh~" Gu Jia let out a long breath. "Mrs. Li and the others arranged an afternoon tea, and I've been delayed."

Chen Cheng chuckled. "Is it absolutely necessary for you to be there for them to have tea?"

Gu Jia's expression turned awkward, and her lips twitched. "That's not it. It's just... not good."

"I said I would go, but then I didn't. The wives will have a bad opinion of me."

Chen Cheng scoffed inwardly, as if they wouldn't have a bad opinion of her even if she went.

Chen Cheng didn't feel like advising her right now. Some lessons are only remembered clearly after being felt and the lesson has sunk in.

"I heard you're planning to open a Dessert Shop?"

Gu Jia's eyes immediately darted around. "Xiao Qin told you?"

"Mm-hmm~"

Gu Jia asked tentatively, "Um... you and Xiao Qin..."

At this point, Chen Cheng had nothing to hide. "Mm-hmm~"

"She was very happy last night too."

Gu Jia's expression changed instantly as sorrow welled up from her heart.

What was this?

Two best friends serving one husband together?

Pah, what husband...

Gu Jia took a sharp breath; that made it even worse.

I... I...

I'm still a married woman.

The tears that Chen Cheng had previously wiped dry for Gu Jia began to fall again, drop by drop.

How could I... how could I... how could I not control myself?

Sigh...

At this moment, Gu Jia didn't hate Chen Cheng; she hated her own self for indulging in pleasure just now.

Chen Cheng ignored her, one hand playing with her while the other was pillowed behind his head as he gazed at the ceiling, enjoying the tranquility of the moment.