"Are you okay, Yaoyao?" Cheng Yunzhi asked with concern.
"I am fine, I am fine." Jiang Yaoyao quickly waved her hand, meanwhile her other hand reaching for a tissue.
In the end, she was intercepted in mid-air.
Bo Jinlan had appeared beside her at some point and held her fingers. "Why so careless?" he said gently.
Jiang Yaoyao couldn't push him away in front of Cheng Yunzhi. She could only let him take out a tissue and wipe her lips.
The man leaned in very close. His handsome and clean-cut features were right in front of her. His eyelids were lowered, and he was serious and concentrated.
He was cautious, so the time seemed slow, and her senses became exceptionally sharp.
She could smell the familiar light fragrance. Her body felt itchy and numb as his breath brushed her cheek, and her heart beat like a drum.
When his slightly cold fingers caressed her lips.
Jiang Yaoyao felt like she had been suddenly paralyzed. Her body stiffened, and she didn't dare to breathe for a moment.
The corners of Bo Jinlan's lips curled up slowly. "All right."
The tissue was flung into the trash on the table once his fingers left her lips. The man's expression now looked compassionate.
However, Jiang Yaoyao felt as if the place he had touched was on fire. Her face was boiling, and she was even more furious.
Didn't she tell herself she wasn't allowed to be tempted by him anymore?
Jiang Yaoyao, wake up!
***
Cheng Yunzhi was deep in thought.
She didn't like Xie Jinran before.
Even though he lived in the imperial capital, he would visit Haicheng every weekend. He always showed up in a luxury car at Jiang Yaoyao's campus to pick her up, making a big show of it. That man was too attentive and ostentatious.
Regarding status and background, Bo Jinlan was much more noble than Mr. Xie. Still, his speech and demeanor made people feel well-mannered and humble. Not to mention Yaoyao's fondness for him.
It was impossible to hide one's feelings for someone.
Like at this moment, the young lady's face turned red, and Bo Jinlan's gaze at her was even more gentle.
Cheng Yunzhi smiled. "Honestly, I was quite worried when Yaoyao was dating Young Master Xie."
"It's my fault." Bo Jinlan unbuttoned his suit. "I made her unhappy back then."
"Dad has explained everything to me." Cheng Yunzhi looked at her niece. "Yaoyao is still young and doesn't have much experience with dating. If she does anything immature, please forgive her, Mr. Bo."
"Love is a partnership, and tolerance is key."
As expected of an heir nurtured by a top-tier wealthy family. Bo Jinlan's words were exact and had a lot of emotional intelligence.
The admiration in Cheng Yunzhi's eyes became even more apparent.
However, Jiang Yaoyao was in a bad mood. Taking advantage of her aunt's inattention, she quickly raised her head and glared at him. Hypocrite!
Bo Jinlan smiled. He placed his suit jacket on the back of the chair and sat beside her.
At this moment, the waiter came in to serve the dishes.
"I recommended these dishes, but I'm unsure about Mr. Bo's taste. How about ordering a few more?" Cheng Yunzhi suggested.
"It's pretty good." Bo Jinlan was polite. "I'm not picky."
"Considering that Mr. Bo has something important to do tomorrow, let's have tea instead of wine tonight." Cheng Yunzhi had just picked up her teacup when her phone rang.
It was about work. She apologized and went out to answer the phone.
The moment the door closed, Jiang Yaoyao's expression changed instantly. "Did you do it on purpose?"
Bo Jinlan held his teacup and raised his eyebrows at her. "Who did it on purpose?"
"Are you blaming me?" Jiang Yaoyao was shocked.
"Who blocked me on WeChat?" Bo Jinlan spoke calmly. His voice was low and steady, composed and calm. "I got the dinner invitation and immediately sent you a message on WeChat to discuss whether to decline. However, I found out that you had blocked me."
Jiang Yaoyao was speechless.
She felt guilty.
But she quickly asked, "Can't you call me?"
"You've blocked me on WeChat. Are you sure you'll take it If I call you?"
This question struck straight to her soul!
Jiang Yaoyao felt guilty again. "Can't you borrow your driver's phone and call me? If I see an unfamiliar call, I'll pick it up!"
The young lady was so arrogant that she made a countercharge.
She successfully amused Bo Jinlan. "Yes, then let the driver know that his boss' girlfriend blocked him."
Jiang Yaoyao was speechless.
Bo Jinlan continued, "Don't you care about my pride?"
Jiang Yaoyao was speechless again.
She was so furious!
Why did she, who had always been eloquent, lose to him?
She picked up the fruit wine and chugged several gulps.
Bo Jinlan reminded her kindly, "Be careful not to get drunk."
"Why do you care?" Jiang Yaoyao glared at him.
She was not a big drinker but could drink this low-alcohol fruit wine all day.
Moreover, her aunt was here. She did not believe the scumbag would bring her to a hotel room before her aunt.
"If Auntie asks you for a meal, reject it next time! Do you hear me?" Jiang Yaoyao ordered arrogantly.
Bo Jinlan nodded. "I'm swamped these few days. Even if I wanted to agree, I'm afraid I wouldn't have the time."
Jiang Yaoyao was very satisfied with his attitude. "Then it's settled. Tonight will be the last time we pretend to be a couple. I'll tell my aunt after dinner and ask her to keep our relationship a secret. After you return to the capital, I'll find an opportunity to tell her we broke up."
Bo Jinlan looked at her and listened absent-mindedly.
This young lady had just turned twenty. It was the most youthful and beautiful stage for a girl.
Her small and exquisite oval face was very iconic. Her skin was very fair, and even without makeup, it was delicate and clean without the slightest flaw.
Especially tonight, she was wearing a red dress. The color was very vibrant, and it went well with her fluffy black hair. Under the lights, it highlighted her fair and beautiful complexion, making her look even more charming and attractive.
"Bang! Bang! Bang!"
Jiang Yaoyao slapped the table several times. "I'm talking to you, do you hear me?"
"Why?" Bo Jinlan asked casually.
"Don't you know why?" Jiang Yaoyao's eyes widened. "I just wanted to fool Uncle, but Uncle told Grandpa, and Grandpa told Auntie. Are you playing with me here?"
She was only forced to pretend to be a couple with that scumbag. If more people found out about it, how would it end later?
Jiang Yaoyao suddenly became alert. "By the way, no one in your family knows about this, right?"
Before he could answer…
"You'll never know. Otherwise, you wouldn't go to ...." Jiang Yaoyao quickly shut up.
Bo Jinlan's eyes narrowed. "Go to what?"
"Nothing." Jiang Yaoyao rolled her eyes and quickly picked up the fruit wine to continue drinking.
Bo Jinlan was speechless.
Her eyes flickered, clearly hiding something.
However, he did not ask any more questions. He only tapped the table lightly with his slender fingers.
As his gaze unintentionally glanced at the packaging of the fruit wine on the table, his eyes widened for a moment. Then, a mysterious smile crept onto his lips.
Therefore——
After the waiter served the last soup dish, he said, "Your dishes are all served. Please enjoy your meal."
Bo Jinlan raised his hand. "Please serve another bottle of fruit wine."
"Yes, sir."
Jiang Yaoyao tilted her face and looked at him.
Bo Jinlan smiled. "Is the fruit wine good?"
Jiang Yaoyao nodded.
It had a strong peach flavor and was very refreshing. The color was also lovely, and there was almost no alcohol in it.
"Then give me two bottles."