Chapter 10 Displeasure

Huangfu Zheng scrutinized that breathtaking face that made even his breath catch, and seeing not a hint of fear on her visage, he couldn't help but feel very satisfied. If his woman were to be scared of him at the slightest thing, then what would be the point?

But no matter what, his authority was not to be challenged, "Woman, you really need to be put in your place!"

Tang Anzhi shifted her sitting posture to appear even more at ease and let out a cold laugh before speaking, "Is that so interesting? Tell me, what is your purpose in asking me to come here? Don't tell me, after last night, you fell head over heels for me and can't stop thinking about me?" This she said rather flippantly.

Upon hearing this, Huangfu Zheng's previously strong demeanor inexplicably dissipated.

His gaze flickered, unable to face the young woman before him directly, and the redness at his ears voiced his somewhat shy mood at that moment.

This sentiment known as shyness had never once appeared in his twenty-eight years of life before.

If his brothers and subordinates were to see him like this now, their jaws would undoubtedly drop in astonishment.

This was simply too shocking; the iron-blooded, domineering man could actually show such an expression, something they had never even imagined.

Without waiting for Huangfu Zheng to reply, Tang Anzhi spoke again, her expression somewhat impatient, "I don't care how you think, but I hope you understand one thing, last night was a mistake, not something I wanted. But now I don't want to dwell on it anymore, so let's stop these mistakes here. You go your Yangguan Path, and I'll cross my own log bridge. Let's not entangle this any further. I... very much... dislike it. Alright, now that it's clear, I'm leaving. I hope if we accidentally meet next time, you'll turn a blind eye, thank you!"

After saying that, she stood up from the sofa and began to walk out.

Actually, her heart was in turmoil; she had not expected that man to truly have feelings for her, and this was certainly not a delightful matter.

Are men really creatures of sensory pleasure, liking her just for her appearance? Or is it because of last night's affair that he can't stop thinking about her? Or could it be that he has really fallen in love with her at first sight?

This was not her being narcissistic, but rather her confidence, because she knew her features were indeed very appealing.

Unfortunately, what she hated the most was this presumptuous love at first sight.

Her mother and that man had fallen in love at first sight, bringing her into this world, and yet...

At this thought, a shadow flickered across the depths of Tang Anzhi's eyes.

All of these things she despised, this man had wholly claimed for himself.

So, she really didn't want to have anything to do with this man, because she would not like him.

She wanted to marry someone she didn't detest, have a child, and live an ordinary life; because she wouldn't fall in love with anyone in this lifetime.

Love is poison, better left untouched.

Plus, this man was not someone she could control anyway.

Just as Tang Anzhi was about to reach the door, Huangfu Zheng's cold voice came from behind, "Stop! Without my permission, do you think you can walk out of this room?" Anger was evident in his voice.

This woman dares to say last night was a mistake? And that she doesn't like it very much? And that in the future, even if they accidentally meet, they should turn a blind eye to each other?

That's absolute bullshit. Whether it was a mistake or not, from the moment she became a woman of Huangfu Zheng, she would bear the name Huangfu for the rest of her life.

Thinking of leaving, well, that would have to be with my consent.

Tang Anzhi slowly turned around, visibly upset. As someone new to womanhood, her body was in discomfort. Judging by the bruises on her skin, this man clearly lacked any sense of tenderness or chivalry.

Right now, all she wanted was to return to the hotel she had booked, take a nice bath, eat something, and then sleep for a whole day and night.

But the man before her just wouldn't let her go. He let out a sigh and then emotionlessly looked towards the somber-faced man not far away, saying somewhat helplessly, "What exactly do you want? With your credentials, you're not lacking women, are you? Why persistently entangle yourself with someone who doesn't like you?" She knew the more domineering and socially elevated a man was, the greater his ego.

She couldn't believe he wouldn't let her go even after what she'd said.

There was no helping it; the man's strength was far superior to hers. Just as he said, if he didn't agree, it would indeed be very difficult for her to leave the house.

Moreover, given the man's extraordinary status, even if she managed to escape, she'd likely be quickly captured and brought back.

She definitely didn't want a life of hiding and skulking.

Huangfu Zheng sneered, then slowly began to speak, "Don't try to provoke me with reverse psychology; it doesn't work on me." After saying this, he began walking step by step towards Tang Anzhi.

His steps were heavy, exuding a powerful aura.

With each step he took, Tang Anzhi felt an increasing sense of oppression, and at this moment, she didn't dare to directly look at this man's face.

Even if she didn't like him, she had to admit, this man did indeed possess immense charm; probably every woman in the world would want to sleep with him. Eh... that included herself...

She cursed inwardly, what a travesty for such a big man to be so delicately handsome and devilishly enchanting—it was simply against all reason.

Feeling the encroaching presence, Tang Anzhi involuntarily took a step back, her voice less assured as she said, "What... what do you want to do? I'm not afraid of you." As soon as she spoke, she wanted to slap herself for the nonsensical words she had uttered.

Her complexion turned quite unattractive.

"Haha, I don't want to do anything, just… to 'do' you…" Huangfu Zheng lowered his gaze at the woman before him and slowly uttered these words.

From this short distance, the woman's eyelashes were indeed long and dense, fluttering like little wings, giving him an intense urge to reach out and grab them—acting on his desires had always been his style.

Then abruptly, he swept her into his arms, while his other hand moved to touch those beautiful lashes...

Tang Anzhi was suddenly enveloped in his embrace, frantically pushing and struggling.

With just a slight movement, she was completely immobilized by his grip, his strength even greater than she'd imagined.

"Don't move, or I'll take you right now!" Huangfu Zheng's voice was both seductive and dangerous.

Tang Anzhi immediately dared not move, and her face quickly flushed red as she cursed, "Shameless..."

This was the first time she was being held like this while fully conscious, and by a stranger no less.

Huangfu Zheng, looking at the docile creature in his arms, especially those peach-blossom-like cheeks, felt his anger inexplicably subside.