CHAPTER 28: CHAPTER 28: THAT’S MORE LIKE IT

EDITOR: ENDLESSFANTASY TRANSLATION

"Still not willing to confess, are you?" Gu Ningyue sneered, thinking these were just small fry: "No problem. When the time comes, even if you beg to tell me, it may be too late."

Behind her was Ling Tianyou, the famous Master Ling, so she was not afraid.

"Fine!" Nan Shaoyue gritted his teeth: "It’s Li Zhiqiang. Li Zhiqiang reached out to me and asked me to teach you a lesson."

If that recording spreads out, he might never be able to use the name Nan Shaoyue again in this area.

Gu Ningyue frowned deeply. Li Zhiqiang was her stepmother’s brother.

There was no need to guess who orchestrated this behind the scenes, Li Yulan. She truly lived up to her name.

Her daughter just managed to step one foot into the Ye Family, yet she’s already so eager to discard her allies!

"I’ll leave these people to you guys to handle!" Gu Ningyue glanced at the five men, said nothing more, and turned away.

"Wait, the recording! Gu Ningyue..."

Gu Ningyue didn’t even turn her head, "Relax. As long as you behave, this recording will never appear in the world."

"..."

Upon returning to the villa, Gu Ningyue copied the recording onto her computer and then connected her Bluetooth earphones.

The lab had been silent for the past two days, filled only with meaningless chatter.

It seems Ye Mingchen knows those things are no longer a threat, so he hasn’t continued to worry.

Since that’s the case, she should make another trip to the lab to retrieve the bugging device.

Thinking thus, Gu Ningyue called Ye Mingchen.

Perhaps because she recently helped Ye Mingchen be with his ’true love’, he answered without delay upon seeing Gu Ningyue’s call: "Gu Ningyue?"

Ye Mingchen’s voice contained some confusion but also a trace of imperceptible delight.

Gu Ningyue got straight to the point without wasting time: "I’m out of my medicine. Last time at your lab, they said there were no more drugs. Is it true?"

Ye Mingchen hesitated for a moment, then replied: "There’s none left. With Ling Tianyou, do you still need me?"

That statement had a hint of sarcasm.

"No more then, I’m just casually asking." Gu Ningyue said lightly: "However, I still have your lab access card here. I will return it to you soon. Are you in the lab?"

Ye Mingchen was about to speak when Gu Wanwan’s voice echoed from the other side: "Mingchen, who are you talking to?"

This time it was Gu Ningyue who paused momentarily. Weren’t they supposed to not contact each other during this period? They really can’t be separated for even a moment!

"I’m not there, just give the card to Li Yue when the time comes. That’s all, I’m hanging up!"

Ye Mingchen hastily hung up, seemingly afraid Gu Ningyue would recognize the voice on the other end.

Gu Ningyue rolled her eyes; she was too lazy to report this pair of adulterous lovers!

Driving to the lab, she returned the access card and, while no one was watching, took back the bugging device she had planted before. Gu Ningyue successfully completed her mission for this trip.

That day left Gu Ningyue quite exhausted; upon returning to the villa again, Aunt Zhang brought over a freshly heated glass of milk: "Young Madam."

Gu Ningyue took the milk with a word of thanks, "Aunt Zhang, what’s for dinner? I’m a bit hungry."

Aunt Zhang said: "I bought two fresh carp; does Young Madam prefer braised or steamed?"

Gu Ningyue nodded, "Make it braised! By the way, did you hear when President Ling is coming back?"

Aunt Zhang shook her head: "No, Young Madam can ask President Ling."

Drinking her milk, Gu Ningyue curiously asked: "Did President Ling often not return in the evening without informing you guys?"

"He used to." Aunt Zhang said: "But ever since Young Madam moved in, President Ling hasn’t said anything more. I guess having someone at home means he’s no longer worried about cooking meals that go uneaten!"

Gu Ningyue coughed lightly and gossiped a bit: "Besides me, has no other woman lived in this house?"

Aunt Zhang answered quickly: "Young Madam is the first."

Gu Ningyue said nothing more; she had no idea Ling Tianyou was so reserved in private.

Thinking carefully, facing this empty house every time he returns must be quite lonely!

Somehow, Gu Ningyue suddenly wondered what Ling Tianyou did after work before she was around?

As night fell, Ling Tianyou finally returned to the villa.

"You’re back!"

Gu Ningyue clutched a throw pillow, turning back from the sofa, her smile radiant and warm.

Ling Tianyou had been feeling a bit tired, but now, inexplicably, the fatigue vanished.

"Mm." Ling Tianyou changed his clothes and shoes, then sat beside Gu Ningyue: "I heard you were quite brave this afternoon?"

Even Nan Shaoyue ended up defeated by her, something he hadn’t expected.

He always thought this girl just had some flashy moves.

Gu Ningyue curled her lips: "Not really, I’m just a weak lady who needs your protection!"

Ling Tianyou didn’t believe her nonsense; he reached out and tapped her head: "It was Li Zhiqiang who sent the people. What do you plan to do? Need my help?"

After thinking for a moment, Gu Ningyue said: "Sure! I definitely can’t handle it by myself."

Ling Tianyou laughed and asked: "Really? You also have times when you can’t manage?" He seemed so skeptical!

Gu Ningyue tilted her head to look at him and said: "I have no solution when it comes to liking you."

"Smooth talker." Despite his words, the smile at Ling Tianyou’s lips grew wider.

After watching television together for a while, Aunt Zhang and the butler set the table: "President Ling, Young Madam, dinner is ready!"

The two of them sat at the table, Gu Ningyue scooped a bowl of fish soup, tasted it, then gave Aunt Zhang a thumbs-up: "This is so delicious, the work of a five-star chef!"

"As long as Young Madam enjoys it." Aunt Zhang smiled, shook her head, and left.

Gu Ningyue looked at Ling Tianyou and said: "It’s a pity that you can’t have this."

Ling Tianyou said: "It’s alright, I’m used to it. There are so many things one likes; not everything can be had."

Moreover, watching her eat is also quite satisfying.

After pondering for a bit, Gu Ningyue said: "When I wasn’t around, what did you do after work?"

"Read books, review documents, and occasionally watch a movie." Ling Tianyou was a bit surprised: "Why did you suddenly want to ask about this?"

Gu Ningyue seemed not to have heard, "Watch a movie? With whom?"

Ling Tianyou laughed: "With whom else? Of course, just by myself."

Rather than choosing from the women who pursued him, he found enjoyment alone.

Gu Ningyue responded, "Then I’ll accompany you next time?"

Ling Tianyou glanced at her, "We’ll see how you perform."

Gu Ningyue pouted, "Stingy, then I’ll go with someone else."

Ling Tianyou’s chopsticks paused slightly, his gaze intense: "What did you say?"

Gu Ningyue promptly backed off, "Han Yin! Shen Hanyin!"

Ling Tianyou nodded with satisfaction—that was more like it.