Chapter 186 Forbearance and Wealth! The CEO's Spoiling
Xu Ruoshui, caught off guard by his aggressive movement, stumbled back and bumped directly into Shen Anyu's embrace. Her soft chest pressed against his firm suit jacket, sending a jolt of electricity through both of them.
"Ah~"
Xu Ruoshui exclaimed, her pretty face flushed a deep crimson. Even her fair and delicate earlobes turned red, glowing like rubies under the dim corridor lights.
Just as Xu Ruoshui was about to break free from Shen Anyu's embrace out of shyness, Shen Anyu suddenly pulled her closer. His arm wrapped around her waist like an iron band, refusing to let go.
He lowered his head, his breath hot against her forehead, and chuckled deeply:
"Ruoshui... my first kiss was taken by you just now. In public. You have to compensate me."
If Xu Ping'an were here, watching from the shadows, he would probably angrily curse that he had never seen such a shameless person. A playboy claiming his "first kiss"? It was the biggest lie of the century!
But at this moment, Xu Ruoshui was flustered. Her mind was a mess. Feeling Shen Anyu's fervent gaze burning into her, her heart pounded like a drum against her ribs.
She stammered, her voice trembling:
"I... I kissed your cheek... that... that doesn't count as a real kiss..."
"I don't care. A kiss is a kiss. And you stole it."
Shen Anyu's eyes darkened.
"I'm going to get it back. With interest."
"Ah? How will you get it back?"
Xu Ruoshui looked up in surprise, her lips parting slightly in confusion.
That was the opening he needed.
Shen Anyu leaned down swiftly, capturing those two soft cherry blossoms.
"Mmph!"
Xu Ruoshui's eyes widened in shock. But she didn't push him away.
He didn't just press his lips to hers. He invaded. He savored them freely, tasting the sweetness of her shock and the faint flavor of the jasmine tea she had drunk earlier.
His technique was masterful—dominant yet gentle, demanding yet coaxing.
After a long while, which felt like an eternity of spinning stars, they separated. A silver thread of saliva connected their lips for a brief second before breaking.
Xu Ruoshui felt as if she had been struck by a soft bone powder. Her knees were weak, her whole body limp. If not for Shen Anyu holding her upright, she probably wouldn't have been able to stand; she would have slid down the wall in a puddle.
Her exquisite and beautiful face was even more crimson, burning with heat. Her beautiful eyes were misty, covered in a layer of water vapor, looking at him with a dazed expression.
"You... you've gotten it back now..." she whispered, breathless. "Can you let me go...?"
Xu Ruoshui looked at Shen Anyu with a seemingly annoyed, yet shy, gaze. It was the look of a woman who had been thoroughly conquered but was trying to maintain a shred of dignity.
"But I still want to hold you more."
Shen Anyu smiled as he looked at Xu Ruoshui. His hands rested possessively on her delicate and graceful waist, his thumbs tracing circles on the fabric of her blouse.
"You feel good in my arms."
Xu Ruoshui, however, gathered her scattered courage. She boldly looked at Shen Anyu and suddenly asked the question that had been burning in her mind:
"An'yu... what is our relationship now?"
Are they dating? Is it just a fling? Or something more?
Shen Anyu chuckled inwardly. 'Hook, line, and sinker.'
He looked at the expectant Xu Ruoshui with affectionate eyes, his expression turning serious and gentle:
"Just now in the restaurant, didn't they all say we were a match made in heaven? A perfect couple? And that I was the brother-in-law?"
"The masses have sharp eyes. Of course, we are a couple!"
At this point, Shen Anyu lowered his head again, looking directly into Xu Ruoshui's beautiful eyes, stripping away her defenses with his sincerity.
"As I said before, in the Tangquan One Product Villa District... the first time I saw you standing there, elegant and composed amidst the chaos... it was love at first sight."
"Your beauty and elegance, your gentleness like water... I have always seen them. And my heart has been filled with admiration."
"Ruoshui... can you give me a chance to take care of you? To be the man who stands by your side?"
Xu Ruoshui's pearly white teeth bit her pink lower lip. Her beautiful eyes sparkled with unshed tears of joy. Her heart pounded as she listened to Shen Anyu's confession.
It was everything she had secretly dreamed of. A hero. A gentleman. A lover.
The blush on her pretty face was like blooming peach blossoms in spring, exceptionally beautiful.
"An'yu..."
She took a deep breath.
"I like you too. From the very first glance, I had a very good impression. You were different from the rest."
"I am very willing to be with you. For life."
As Xu Ruoshui finished speaking, she gathered her courage again. She stood on her tiptoes, wrapping her arms around his neck.
And she actively kissed Shen Anyu again. This time, it wasn't a peck on the cheek. It was a seal on their covenant.
[Ding! Detected destined heroine Xu Ruoshui's favorability +3, plundered +9000 destiny value!]
[Ding! Detected destined heroine Xu Ruoshui's total favorability 91 (Unswerving Death Loyalty), plundered +100,000 destiny value!]
[Ding! Child of Destiny Xu Ping'an's main emotional line has suffered significant damage! The "Sister Route" is permanently severed! Plundering +200,000 destiny value!]
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After the kiss ended, they walked out of the alcove, hand in hand. The world seemed brighter to Xu Ruoshui.
"Wait, An'yu."
Xu Ruoshui gently pushed Shen Anyu away slightly, though she kept holding his hand. Her face was still flushed, but her eyes were determined.
"I want to give you a gift."
"A gift?" Shen Anyu raised an eyebrow, looking at Xu Ruoshui curiously. "For what?"
Xu Ruoshui looked at Shen Anyu earnestly with her beautiful eyes, and said softly:
"You have no relation to Xu Ping'an. He insulted you. He slandered you. Yet you stepped forward to apologize for him and even compensated one million yuan out of your own pocket. I know this was all because of me. To save my face. To protect my family's reputation."
"You were insulted by Xu Ping'an, called names... but you didn't retaliate. You held back your anger."
Xu Ruoshui looked at Shen Anyu with tender, apologetic eyes.
She had personally witnessed the battle between Shen Anyu and Yan Lingxiao. She knew Shen Anyu was a martial arts expert who could crush Xu Ping'an like a bug. It could even be described as a human cannonball vs an egg.
In Xu Ruoshui's opinion, Xu Ping'an's insults were so infuriating that even she got angry and couldn't help but want to slap him. How could Shen Anyu not be angry?
It was all because of her that Shen Anyu held back. He swallowed his pride for her. This made Xu Ruoshui feel very guilty and want to compensate him. She wanted to spoil him.
Shen Anyu chuckled inwardly.
He wasn't really that angry. Because Xu Ping'an was framed by him! He was the instigator, the director, and the audience. He was only there to watch the show and laugh, so how could he be angry?
In fact, seeing Xu Ping'an furious, humiliated, and blocked by an invisible wall... Shen Anyu felt quite good. It was top-tier entertainment.
However, these words, of course, could not be spoken aloud.
He adjusted his expression. He wore a look of 'I have grievances, but I won't say them because I love you,' brimming with silent affection and tolerance.
"It was nothing, Ruoshui. For you, I can endure anything."
[Ding! Detected destined heroine Xu Ruoshui's favorability +1, plundered +3000 destiny value!]
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Xu Ruoshui felt even more guilty and moved. She gripped Shen Anyu's hand tighter.
"Come with me."
She pulled Shen Anyu's hand and walked towards a nearby high-end shopping mall connected to the commercial building. Her destination was clear—the luxury watch section. Specifically, a Patek Philippe store.
"Sir, madam, welcome! How may I help you?"
The female sales assistant greeted them with great enthusiasm.
In the luxury world, eyes were sharp. Shen Anyu and Xu Ruoshui clearly looked wealthy and distinguished. Their clothes were bespoke, their temperament noble, and their appearance stunning. She naturally wouldn't treat them with disdain like in those slap-face novels.
Shen Anyu was the Destined Villain, not a Child of Destiny who dressed like a beggar to be scorned. He looked like a walking black card.
Xu Ruoshui held Shen Anyu's arm intimately, her pretty face full of smiles and sweetness. She radiated the aura of a woman in love who wanted to show off.
"I'm choosing a wristwatch for my boyfriend. Please bring out suitable ones."
"Madam, are you looking for an in-stock watch or to order?"
"In-stock. I want to put it on my boyfriend right now. I don't want to wait too long."
"Madam, what price range of wristwatch are you looking for? You can tell me first, so I can recommend targeted options for you!"
"Price is not an issue."
Xu Ruoshui waved her hand dismissively, the gesture of a true CEO.
"Please bring out the best Patek Philippe in-stock watches your store has. The most expensive ones."
The sales assistant's enthusiasm overflowed even more, her smile almost splitting her face. Her eyes turned into yen signs. It seemed this commission was going to be a huge one!
At the same time, she looked at Shen Anyu with surprise and a hint of envy.
As a sales assistant at a Patek Philippe watch store, she was well-informed and had seen many wealthy people. But most of those who came to buy watches were rich men bringing young women. It was very rare for a beautiful woman to buy expensive watches for a man.
Sizing up Shen Anyu's handsome looks—his tall figure, his flawless face, his noble air—she suddenly understood a little.
She felt a bit emotional, thinking: 'If I were a rich woman... hell, I would also be willing to spend money to support such a top-notch handsome guy! Look at that face! Look at that waist!'
Everyone around them—other customers, passersby outside the glass—also turned their heads. They looked at Shen Anyu with envy, jealousy, and admiration.
Some men recognized Xu Ruoshui as the eldest daughter of the Xu Family, the famous beauty CEO. Their eyes turned red, overflowing with jealousy.
'Damn! That kid is living the dream! Being kept by CEO Xu!'
'Soft rice king! But... he is so handsome, I can't even hate him.'
Shen Anyu remained calm, ignoring the gazes. He looked at Xu Ruoshui with interest.
"Ruoshui, you don't need to buy me a watch as compensation. I have watches."
"Yes, I do. I want to give you a gift. A token."
Xu Ruoshui looked at Shen Anyu earnestly with her beautiful eyes, and said softly.
Shen Anyu blinked, smiling teasingly:
"You are the best gift, what more compensation do I need? Just wrap yourself in a ribbon later."
"Cheesy!"
Xu Ruoshui rolled her beautiful eyes at Shen Anyu, but she wasn't angry. Rather, she was shy and pleased.
Subsequently, Xu Ruoshui carefully selected a watch.
It was a Patek Philippe NAUTILUS series 5726/1A. With a sapphire crystal case back, a silvery-white dial, and an annual calendar moon phase display. It was noble, grand, and understatedly expensive.
Valued at over 2.7 million Yuan.
"An'yu, do you like it? Try it on."
She personally put the watch on his wrist, adjusting the clasp with gentle fingers.
"If you don't like it, then I'll have someone custom-make one! Or we can buy a different brand!"
Xu Ruoshui looked at Shen Anyu expectantly, her beautiful eyes like water, waiting for his praise.
Everyone around them inwardly complained.
This famous watch was already the most expensive one in this store! Worth a luxury car! Who wouldn't like it?!
If a rich woman gave me a steel wool scrubber with a smile like that, I would frame it!
This is the true meaning of "Forbearance and Wealth"! The flower language of steel wool!
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