My Aloof Husband Can't Stop His Devoted Affection-Chapter 241 - 237: Lacking a bit of maturity

Chapter 241: 237: Lacking a bit of maturity
Cen Jin watched Yun Xi’s departing figure, couldn’t help but laugh, and shook her head helplessly. She turned her gaze to Yun Qi: "It’s getting late, so I’ll head back first. You guys have worked hard today. Thank you for helping Ling Ran today as well."
"You’re being too polite. Actually, speaking of it, I feel ashamed that on your first collaboration with our company, Miss Ye had to suffer such grievances. I will follow up on the subsequent matters regarding Charles. Rest assured, this matter with Miss Ye will not end just like this."
Cen Jin looked at the sincerity in Yun Qi’s eyes, lightly pursed her cherry lips, her lips moved slightly. She really wanted to ask the question in her heart, but after thinking about it, she decided the timing wasn’t right and it might cause them trouble. So, she didn’t ask and instead nodded with a smile: "This matter actually concerns the future cooperation between your Yun Group and their side. Neither Ling Ran nor I are suitable to interfere too much. Ling Ran’s matter is small, but it involves not only company matters but also matters between her and other girls."
"Mm, I understand what you’re saying. I think Charles also understands. Alright, I won’t say more about this. I still trust President Yun’s character!" Cen Jin smiled a bit, and her tone became more relaxed, even with a touch of playfulness.
"Alright then, go get some rest!" Yun Qi nodded with a smile. Just as Cen Jin reached the doorway, Yun Qi suddenly thought of something and turned back to ask, "Just now Doctor Jiang told me you canceled your flight for tomorrow night. Did Doctor Jiang book the tickets for the ninth?"
"Ah, about this, I haven’t told you all yet! I’m so sorry! I canceled that ticket tonight, so I probably won’t be able to return with you guys tomorrow." Speaking of this, Cen Jin felt somewhat embarrassed, raised her hand to touch her nose, and said with a smile.
"No worries, I was just asking casually."
"Regarding this matter, I’ll personally explain it to Ling Ran and Yun Xi tomorrow!"
"Mm."
After leaving Ye Lingran’s room, Cen Jin returned directly to her own room, only to see Jiang Baizhou lounging on the sofa with his legs crossed. Hearing the door open, Jiang Baizhou turned his head to look over, put down his phone, and slowly placed his intertwined legs back down: "Is everything alright now?"
"Mm, everything is fine. But Ling Ran’s leg can’t walk right now." Cen Jin took a deep breath and tossed her bag aside, raising her hand to let her hair down: "Today was exhausting. I’m going to take a bath first."
Just as Cen Jin reached the bathroom door, she discovered Jiang Baizhou silently approaching, startling her to pull her hand away from the doorknob. Especially with his clearly mischievous smile, her body instinctively leaned back in alert, giving him a wary sideways glance: "What are you doing?"
Jiang Baizhou’s deep-set eyes looked at her, a hint of amusement in them, his body slowly leaning forward, inching closer to her, as his deep voice gently wafted by her ear: "Couple’s bath."
Hearing this, Cen Jin was momentarily stunned, her face immediately flushed red, glaring at him without being able to utter half a word. But Jiang Baizhou remained completely at ease, showing no sign of embarrassment, and even raised an eyebrow at her reaction: "Since we got married, I think we haven’t done it together yet. Want to try it?"
"No... no, you... you stay away from me." Cen Jin was so flustered she could barely speak clearly. Sometimes, this guy could be so deviously cunning, he didn’t even seem human.
"Hmm? Really? But I sincerely encourage you to give it a try." Jiang Baizhou spoke in an utterly joyful and laid-back tone, gradually moving closer to her. Seeing her continue to back away, he reached out with a long arm to encircle her slender waist, giving her a meaningful smile.
Cen Jin pushed against his chest with her hand, glaring at him in anger and embarrassment: "Enough already, today I am exhausted, busy all afternoon and walking around all evening. Now I just want to take a bath and lie comfortably in bed for a good night’s sleep."
"Alright, I’ll help you bathe, no need to be shy." In such moments, Jiang Baizhou’s thick skin didn’t bother him in the least. Without further ado, he picked her up by her waist, effortlessly pushed open the bathroom door, and walked her inside with an air of shamelessness.
"Hey, Jiang Baizhou, put me down, hey..." Seeing his mischievous smirk, Cen Jin knew she couldn’t escape tonight. Angrily, she slapped him a few times, but Jiang Baizhou paid it no mind. It wasn’t until she heard the sound of him closing the bathroom door with his foot that she fell silent, accepting her fate.
***
The next morning, the events at the banquet last night didn’t unfold as Cen Jin and her friends imagined, sweeping across headlines and trending topics. It must have been suppressed by Charles. However, another piece of news that emerged took Cen Jin and her friends by surprise.
It was about the rumors of Ye Lingran and Yun Qi. Previously, many media outlets speculated that Yun Qi had a secret girlfriend or fiancée, and this time, the s included photos of Yun Qi carrying Ye Lingran away, and Ye Lingran nestled in Yun Qi’s arms. This turn of events caught them completely off guard.
But at nine o’clock that morning, Charles personally came to the hotel with his daughter Mali to apologize to Ye Lingran. Ye Lingran wasn’t particularly cordial in accepting the apology, as she wasn’t a saint. She responded to Mali’s apology with a cool, indifferent attitude, saying a few irrelevant words. However, Yun Xi, the little firecracker, was less forgiving. She sharply rebuked Mali in front of Charles, only feeling satisfied when she saw Mali’s increasingly unpleasant expression.
After that, Charles let Mali leave first and went to discuss work matters with Yun Qi. Yun Qi’s attitude towards this matter was also very determined and indifferent, and he didn’t accept his apology. As for how Yun Qi eventually resolved it, Cen Jin didn’t know.
Because Ye Lingran sprained her ankle, her plan to go sightseeing today was ruined. She and Yun Xi stayed in the hotel to chat with Ye Lingran, to talk, and eat delicious food to kill the boredom. She also mentioned that she canceled her flight and planned to return with Jiang Baizhou. Initially, Yun Xi gave her a few playful scoldings, but finally understood. Gradually, the conversation shifted to today’s biggest gossip.
"The news says you’re my brother’s long-hidden fiancée." Yun Xi looked at the hot topic blown up on her phone and glanced at Ye Lingran.
Ye Lingran pursed her lips, also feeling troubled by this issue. She never thought it would turn out like this: "When we get back, I’ll discuss with your brother and find a time to clarify things. This will have a big impact on him and your Yun Group’s reputation."
"No, sis, shouldn’t you think about yourself? What storms hasn’t my brother seen? The Yun Group has plenty of old foxes, but he’s managed to keep them in line. He’s long been numb to such matters, so I’m asking you, how do you feel?" Yun Xi rolled her eyes and looked at her earnestly, speaking very seriously.
"Me?" Ye Lingran was a bit bewildered, not understanding what she meant.
Yun Xi nodded: "Yes, why don’t you just go along with it and admit it?"
"What nonsense. Yun Qi and I are innocent. Those ers love to make things up. You know the truth, and yet you tease me?"
Cen Jin, sitting nearby, hadn’t spoken. Actually, she also wanted to know what Ye Lingran’s attitude towards this matter was. Seeing Yun Xi about to say something else, she reached out and pulled her back, giving her a look, then smilingly changed the subject: "This news just came out, and if you’re eager to clarify, people will say you’re guilty. Isn’t Yun Qi currently discussing things with Mr. Charles? I think he has his conclusions. Us discussing here won’t help. We can’t hold a press conference here; we’ll have to return to Nancheng to do that. Now, think about what you’d like to buy. I can bring it back for you!"
"Cen Jin, are you thinking of switching to a buying service?" Yun Xi joked, understanding her meaning and going along with her banter.
"Being a buying agent isn’t bad! I’ll accept your proposal, and I’ll seriously consider it."
"Alright! Then I’ll make all my purchases from you in the future."
"Great! With Miss Yun frequently visiting my business, I won’t worry about not selling out."
Listening to their conversation, Ye Lingran’s expression eased a bit, although there was a deep, unresolved sadness in her eyes. She had never imagined the situation would develop this way. She thought the news s this morning were about the conflict between Yun Group and Mr. Charles at most, or a dispute with Charles’s daughter, Mali. She never expected the media to such untrue things.
When evening descended, a hotel service staff came to Ye Lingran’s room to help with her luggage. Initially, she wanted Cen Jin and Yun Xi to support her down, but when Yun Qi came in, he exchanged a glance with her and walked over. Before he could speak, Yun Xi said: "Brother, you’re just in time. Lingran sprained her ankle and can’t walk. You should carry her down!"
Hearing this, Ye Lingran first glared at Yun Xi, then quickly shook her hands to refuse: "No need, I can walk on my own..."
Before finishing her sentence, Yun Qi had already picked her up horizontally and walked out directly.
Cen Jin saw this and instinctively exchanged a glance with Yun Xi, raised her eyebrows, and whispered: "Looks promising."
"Yes, absolutely promising. Hehe! Just needs a little more push. I’ll fan the flames when we get back," Yun Xi nodded with a mischievous grin, looking eager.
"You better be careful. Lingran is not like you, she’s shy. If you push too hard, be careful it doesn’t backfire," Cen Jin gently pushed her, kindly advising.
Yun Xi pouted: "Why don’t I like what you’re saying? You’re suggesting I have a thick skin?"
Cen Jin chuckled: "Slip of the tongue, slip of the tongue. Let’s head down too!" Saying this, she quickly pulled her toward the door.