CHAPTER 104: CHAPTER 104 PICKING STARS

When An Junxi and Gu Yikun returned home, it was already late at night. Sister Li was standing at the door waiting for them.

Sister Li helped An Junxi carry her things and said, "The Old Master and Seventh Uncle have returned. The Old Madam moved to the main house yesterday to stay together. Sister He also went over. The Old Madam said that the Young Madam should rest well tonight, and go to the main house for dinner tomorrow night to meet the elders."

"Alright," An Junxi asked, "Around what time tomorrow night?" She had never been to the Gu family’s main house.

"Around seven. A stylist will come around four to help with makeup. The Young Madam won’t go to work tomorrow, right?"

That seems to be the only option.

An Junxi asked Gu Yikun to go to the room first; she went to check on Gu Jinxiu’s room.

Gu Jinxiu was asleep, holding the dolphin plush An Junxi had given him, looking just like a sleeping prince.

When An Junxi gave him the plush, the young master was extremely disdainful. He frowned and said, "This isn’t something for girls to play with, I don’t want it."

An Junxi said, "This is my favorite plush. I’m giving my favorite one to you, are you sure you don’t want it?"

The young master reluctantly accepted, "Alright then."

An Junxi added, "Hold the little dolphin, let me take a picture for you."

Gu Jinxiu was so scared that he ran around the room, "No, I don’t want to take such a silly picture!"

It made the servants laugh non-stop. Since the Young Madam got married into the family, the young master had become more and more like a child, whereas he used to often pretend to be an adult. Now, there were more smiles, and he seemed much more amusing.

Gu Jinxiu said he didn’t like the little dolphin, but he had to hold it to sleep every night.

An Junxi had a tender smile on her face. This child was always contradictory, just like the Old Madam.

She touched his little head, feeling a bit of sweat. She got up to wet a washcloth to wipe Jinxiu’s face and hands, gave him a kiss on his little cheek, and then left.

Sister Li was waiting outside the room. An Junxi gently closed the door, and Sister Li said to her, "Jun Xi, now that the elders are back, you two should move back to stay with them for a few days until they are sent off to the airport, but..."

"Is there a problem? Just say it, it’s okay."

"The young master hasn’t stayed at the main house since he moved out. Even when the Old Master and Old Madam hold banquets at the house, he only attends and returns the same day, and he doesn’t allow the little master to stay overnight. This time, you might have to convince the young master..."

An Junxi understood. She recalled that Jinxiu had told her when Grandma and Grandpa had birthdays, they went to the main house to celebrate. He wanted to stay with them overnight, but his father wouldn’t let him.

"Alright, I’ll try."

"That would be wonderful. The Old Madam will be very happy."

An Junxi smiled, "Sister Li, you should go rest too. It’ll be a busy day tomorrow."

"Alright, I’ll go to sleep. You two shouldn’t stay up too late," Sister Li said meaningfully, winking playfully, and walked downstairs happily.

An Junxi was speechless for a moment. It was already so late; what could they possibly do now? Sister Li was really quite the gossip.

She went up to the third floor; the sound of running water came from the bathroom. Gu Yikun was inside taking a shower.

An Junxi was really tired after sitting in the car for so long. She lay on the massage chair, adjusted the frequency for a relaxing massage, and soon felt drowsy.

In her groggy sleep, she felt someone lift her up. An Junxi naturally clung to his clothes, then her body slowly sank as if falling into water.

An Junxi struggled uneasily and opened her eyes to see Gu Yikun putting her in the bathtub. He was only wrapped in a towel, and was helping her undress. An Junxi said anxiously, "Yikun, I’m so tired."

Gu Yikun paused, his deep eyes showing a mischievous smile. He teased, "I know you’re tired, I just want to help you bathe. By saying that, are you reminding me I should do something else?"

An Junxi’s face felt like it was on fire. She was really overthinking!

She splashed water at Gu Yikun’s face, "You’re teasing me again."

Gu Yikun laughed out loud and said, "Okay, I won’t tease you. Let hubby help you bathe, it’s late now."

An Junxi defended her last piece of clothing, "I’ll wash myself."

"Are you sure? This is complimentary service from President Gu, are you sure you don’t need it?"

An Junxi said firmly, "I don’t need it."

Gu Yikun looked a bit disappointed, "Then I’ll wait outside." He didn’t dare tease her more, fearing he wouldn’t be able to stop, leading to a sleepless night again.

An Junxi only stripped after he went out and closed the door. She quickly finished washing and went out. Gu Yikun was sitting by the bed reading. An Junxi laid down on the chaise longue, "Yikun, can you dry my hair for me?"

Gu Yikun didn’t move. He glanced at her and said, "Who was it just now who said she didn’t need my service?"

Seeing President Gu’s proud demeanor, An Junxi pouted, "Hubby, come help me, please."

Gu Yikun couldn’t resist her coquettishness. He resignedly put the book aside, picked up the hairdryer, and went over, giving her a light tap on her perky butt as a playful punishment, "Say something nice for me to hear."

"Hubby, I love you so much."

Gu Yikun was satisfied and started to blow-dry her hair.

Her hair was smooth and shiny, untouched by chemical treatments, naturally beautiful. He loved her pure and captivating look.

Not comparable to those vulgar women outside.

Gu Yikun’s slender fingers gently combed through An Junxi’s long hair, with the scent of shampoo floating in the air. When he put down the hairdryer, he couldn’t help but give her a deep kiss, "Honey, you’re so beautiful."

Like a lotus emerging from clear water, naturally untouched by makeup.

At first, An Junxi’s hands were pressed against his chest, but soon they wrapped around his neck. He always had a way to make her melt.

Gu Yikun didn’t dare be too forward. He let go of her, carried her back to bed, "Rest early, we have to meet the elders tomorrow."

An Junxi snuggled into the blanket, watching Gu Yikun bring in a long rectangular box. She curiously asked, "What’s this?"

Gu Yikun got into bed, sat next to her, and handed her the box, "Open it and see."

An Junxi took the box, examined it closely. The material was expensive, and it looked old, like something from an auction. She guessed it was a necklace, her eyes shining with anticipation, "Are you giving me a necklace?"

Before Gu Yikun could answer, An Junxi hugged him and gave him a big kiss, "I like it already without even looking! Thank you, hubby!"

Seeing An Junxi so happy, Gu Yikun’s face stiffened a little. Guilt filled his heart knowing he had never given her anything. Not even a ring!

He truly felt like an unqualified husband.

An Junxi opened the box, gasping, "It’s so beautiful!" Her smile was like the stars in the sky, sparkling in Gu Yikun’s eyes.