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Family Affair（2）

Chu Yuxuan Chu Yuxuan is one of the main characters in the novel and is the illegitimate son of Chu Zhiqing. Although he appears to be a charming and flamboyant young man from a wealthy family, his life is actually filled with complex inner struggles and hidden motives. He is tall and handsome, but his personality is rebellious, holding a defiant attitude towards family arrangements and societal rules. His lifestyle is extravagant, and his behavior often seems frivolous and unconstrained, but beneath the surface, he harbors unspoken issues and schemes. Chu Zhiqing Chu Zhiqing is Chu Yuxuan’s father and the head of the Chu family. He is a typical business tycoon, presenting a refined exterior but possessing a shrewd and strategic mind. Chu Zhiqing has deep paternal affection for Chu Yuxuan but also harbors complex expectations and pressures. Despite his occasionally indulgent attitude towards Chu Yuxuan, his acumen in managing the family business and personal charm are impeccable. His outward demeanor and actions mask the complexity of his inner world and his true expectations for Chu Yuxuan. Zhao Yanan Zhao Yanan is Chu Yuxuan’s wife. Although their marriage is primarily for commercial purposes, her role is significant in the story. Zhao Yanan is known for her calm demeanor and noble presence, often appearing distant and aloof. Her attitude towards Chu Yuxuan is complex; she seeks to gain benefits from the marriage but is simultaneously repelled by his behavior. Zhao Yanan’s intelligence and decisiveness make her adept at handling the challenges posed by Chu Yuxuan. Wang Long Wang Long is a renowned director in the industry, famous for his eccentric appearance and bold personality. His direct manner of speaking often involves provocation and sarcasm. Despite his prominent status in the entertainment circle, Wang Long’s private life is filled with alcohol and indiscreet behavior. His relationship with Chu Yuxuan is intricate; he is both a collaborator and a potential rival. Wang Long’s character adds dramatic and entertaining elements to the novel. Xia Zhu Xia Zhu is a top actress in the entertainment industry, recognized and adored for her exceptional looks and outstanding acting skills. She is tall and elegant, with a high level of charm and attractiveness. Having spent years striving in the entertainment industry, Xia Zhu has faced numerous hardships and challenges, but she has consistently maintained strong professionalism and personal charm. Despite her considerable success in her career, Xia Zhu’s personal life is often a media focal point. Her independent and resilient personality, along with her rational and calm attitude towards relationships and marriage, further define her character. Her complex relationship with Chu Yuxuan, marked by past intimacy and current tension, adds depth and intrigue to the narrative. Xia Zhu is not only a crucial component of Chu Yuxuan’s emotional conflicts but also a key figure in the overall story, bringing significant drama and layers to the plot.

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Chapter 157 A Delicious Late-Night Snack

The sudden kiss caught Chu Yuxuan completely off guard. He never expected that Situ Jingyao would make such a move!

For a moment, his mind went blank. He instinctively tilted his head back, only to be tightly embraced by Situ Jingyao. To make matters worse, Situ Jingyao even bit his lip!

Chu Yuxuan held the phone with one hand, and in his shock, he inadvertently rested the other hand on Situ Jingyao's chest. He only intended to push away this crazy woman who was suddenly taking liberties with him, but the soft feeling in his palm suggested that he might have touched something he shouldn't have...

Zhao Yanan vaguely heard some muffled sounds over the phone and asked, "Yuxuan, what are you doing?"

Chu Yuxuan pinched Situ Jingyao's jaw, easily prying her mouth open, and quickly responded to Zhao Yanan, "Just having a late-night snack." At the same time, he shot a warning glance at Situ Jingyao.

The latter, still clutching Chu Yuxuan's neck with one arm, had now straddled his thigh, and complained, "You hurt me…"

Chu Yuxuan:!!!

Zhao Yanan clearly heard Situ Jingyao's words and fell silent for a moment before replying coolly, "I won't disturb you further."

Chu Yuxuan tried to stay calm, "Nannan, listen to me. I'm really just having a late-night snack. If you don't believe me, I can video call you right now."

Just as he finished speaking, Situ Jingyao, with a mischievous smile, pointed at his lip. Chu Yuxuan touched his lip and found that it was bleeding from the bite… How could he video call now?! "There's no need for proof. Our… relationship is fake. Just leave it. You go ahead and handle your business."

Zhao Yanan remained calm but tightened her grip on the phone after hanging up, feeling an inexplicable sense of loss.

Unaware of her own feelings, especially after the near-death experience on Beishan, Zhao Yanan had been experiencing frequent, confusing emotions. It was as if seeing Chu Yuxuan brought her unexpected joy.

Seeing his wife's sudden change in tone, Chu Yuxuan felt a pang of anger. He slammed the phone on the table and glared at the troublemaker sitting on his thigh. "Are you crazy? Get off!"

"You've touched me, and now you're denying it?" Situ Jingyao laughed, her body trembling. She tried to help Chu Yuxuan clean the blood from his lip, but he swatted her hand away. "Get up! Don't force me to get rough!"

"Rough? I'd like to see how rough you can be," Situ Jingyao teased with a laugh.

Chu Yuxuan:…

He finally understood the frustration Zhao Yanan must feel every time she told him to act serious.

When Situ Jingyao didn't seem to plan on getting up, Chu Yuxuan, no longer willing to tolerate her, grabbed her shoulders with one hand and her waist with the other, and threw her onto a nearby chair. He then made to leave.

However, Situ Jingyao clung tightly to his hand and coquettishly said, "Are you really angry?"

Chu Yuxuan's tone was icy, "Let go."

Situ Jingyao chuckled, "You're such a petty person. Was it that easy for me to figure out that your marriage was fake? Just now, your wife confirmed it for me. Haha… I guess your marriage is probably set for three years, right?"

Chu Yuxuan frowned. It wasn't surprising that Situ Jingyao guessed that his marriage to Zhao Yanan was fake, but how did she know it was set for three years? This detail, apart from him and Chu Zhiqing, was known only to Zhao Yanan and her father.

Situ Jingyao noticed his confusion and giggled, "Zhao Yanan married you because her father had an accident and needed to seek refuge with your family. And since Zhao Yunbo was sentenced to three years, I figured that by the time he's out, you won't need to protect his daughter anymore, right?"

Chu Yuxuan remained expressionless, "You have quite an imagination."

"Say what you will…" Situ Jingyao paused, then playfully said, "Don't be angry. The kiss was just my way of repaying you for saving my life."

Chu Yuxuan responded coldly, "There's no need for gratitude. If you had jumped again back then, I wouldn't have looked back."

Situ Jingyao bit her lip and bowed her head in silence for a moment. Suddenly, her cheeks flushed slightly, and she appeared inexplicably shy, as if she had returned to her youth. "It might not mean much to you, but because of you, I found the courage to live… Yuxuan, there's something I've wanted to tell you for a long time… I… I like you, have liked you for many years."

As she spoke these words, Situ Jingyao felt her heart racing, reminiscent of the excitement she felt when she occasionally encountered Chu Yuxuan in the neighborhood during her youth.

Chu Yuxuan shot her a glance, "Boring… Here's the card back. Let's not meet again. I'm afraid my wife might misunderstand."

Situ Jingyao looked at the red card he handed back but did not take it. With a tear in her eye, she said, "Do you think everything I have now is due to selling my body? Do you think I'm dirty?"

Chu Yuxuan was at a loss for words, "I never thought that. Even if you were, I wouldn't look down on you. Dignity is something you give yourself. It's no one else's business."

Situ Jingyao looked up with fiery eyes, "Really?"

Chu Yuxuan responded with indifference, "I'm a married man. I really dislike people who interfere in other people's marriages."

Situ Jingyao looked hurt, "Yuxuan, if you were really married, I wouldn't disturb you. But since it's fake… Give me a chance. I'll wait for you for three years. After all, your wife can't date anyone either. Your marriage won't have a future."

Chu Yuxuan furrowed his brow, "How do you know about Nannan's condition?"

Situ Jingyao took a deep breath, "Jiangcheng is not that big. It's not hard to find out things if you really want to… Don't think I'm investigating her because I want to do something to her. I would never do that. Do you think so little of me?"

People in the mortal world usually don't care about others' opinions. But for Situ Jingyao, she really cared about how Chu Yuxuan perceived her.

Chu Yuxuan stared at her for a long time, then handed the membership card back to her, "Here, goodbye."

Situ Jingyao looked at the red card in her hand, then up at his resolute back. She slowly closed her eyes, and in an instant, her expression reverted to its previous seductive charm.

She said softly, "You probably also want to know the truth about how your mother was killed ten years ago, right?"

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