Contract Marriage: The Tycoon's Pampered Wife
Chapter 37 - 037: All of Myself to You (1 more update)

Chapter 37: 037: All of Myself to You (1 more update)

Ning Guiwan almost reflexively stepped back two paces, her reluctance to get close to the man before her plain to see.

Quan Yu’s eyes darkened. Whether it was because he was backlit or not, his deep brown pupils seemed to turn pitch black. Though shaped like amorous peach blossoms, his eyes conveyed a chilling indifference that stirred no emotion in others.

Under his gaze, Ning Guiwan felt a chill seep through her. She pursed her lips, I should just turn around and leave, she thought—

"Uncle..."

But Quan Xiangru’s voice reached her first from behind. Ning Guiwan turned. Quan Xiangru stood about five meters away with Ning Qinghan behind him, both holding gifts. Ning Qinghan’s face showed a mixture of resentment and fear due to Quan Yu’s presence; she looked angry but dared not voice it.

"I heard early this morning that Grandma was hospitalized, so I came to see her. Is she doing okay?" Quan Xiangru’s words seemed directed at Quan Yu, but his eyes were fixed on Ning Guiwan. He had seen the scene just moments before: the couple by the window embracing, the man leaning down, the woman tilting her face up slightly. Their intimate pose, like that of lovers deep in passion, was silhouetted against the daylight, creating a strikingly beautiful image.

He couldn’t quite describe his feelings. His feet had moved unconsciously, drawing him closer. His throat felt tight, and his voice was very hoarse when he finally spoke. The past is still so vivid, often replaying in my dreams, he thought. How did two people who once planned their future together reach a point where they can’t even bear to be near each other?

Ning Guiwan met Quan Xiangru’s gaze, which was filled with a thousand emotions, but her own expression remained indifferent, showing none of the anger or sorrow one might expect when facing a faithless ex-lover.

Suddenly, her view darkened. She blinked, and her vision was filled by Quan Yu’s broad back.

The man stood tall before her, blocking Quan Xiangru’s overly direct stare. Then, she heard Quan Yu’s cool voice say, "Since you’re here to visit, why don’t you go in?" His stance was like a declaration of ownership.

Ning Guiwan pursed her lips, her gaze sliding from Quan Yu’s smooth black shirt to his exposed forearm, where the veins pulsed visibly beneath the skin, full of masculine power. She found herself somewhat distracted. No wonder I was so easily overpowered by these hands in our previous struggles, she mused.

"So good-looking?" Quan Yu’s voice suddenly came from above her. Ning Guiwan started, realizing she had been staring at his arm. By this time, Quan Xiangru and Ning Qinghan had already left.

"Like it?" Quan Yu lifted his arm, an unlit cigarette still pinched between his slender fingers. His words sounded like teasing, yet he spoke them seriously, his expression devoid of any frivolity.

Watching his earnest demeanor, Ning Guiwan felt a flicker of dissatisfaction, but her lips slowly curved into a brilliant smile. "If I said I liked it, would you give it to me?" she challenged.

"Why not?" Quan Yu replied. She had meant to turn his teasing back on him, but who would have thought he would seize the opportunity to hook an arm around her waist once more.

With her soft form in his arms, Quan Yu’s voice unconsciously deepened. "As long as you like, I can give you my entire self."

"..." Ning Guiwan’s ears burned, and her smile vanished.

Pushing away with both hands, Ning Guiwan broke free from his hold, turned, and quickly walked away.

In the public restroom, she stared at her reflection in the mirror—face flushed, ears red—and bit her lip tightly.

When dealing with Li Annan or Su Liang, I know exactly what attitude and expression to use, she thought. But with Quan Yu, it seems no matter what I do, I always end up on the losing side. I really can’t figure out what that man wants from me. Or is he just bored and teasing me for fun?

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