Little Sweetheart

“Let’s just talk about work in bed until we naturally fall asleep…”

“…Oh.” Zheng Peipei responded to this unconvincing statement. Things are already tense. Let’s see how long he can hold out.

Lu Jiaye’s mind was a muddle, but he still started rambling about work.

As he chatted, he started… His hands were restless, while his mouth was still talking about investment plans and discussing ROI…

Zheng Peipei bit her lip, her body convulsing.

She was getting more and more into it, but when she wanted to immerse herself in the moment, the man’s dry recitation, like a work report, was really a mood killer.

Unable to bear it any longer, she said breathlessly, “Shut up, okay?”

“…” Lu Jiaye shut up.

Thank goodness, I finally don’t have to rack my brains, saying things I don’t even understand.

The atmosphere had already been set. There was no need to say anything more; it was time to get down to business.

The two were perfectly in sync, sweating profusely.

Together, they worked hard to reach the summit.

…

People don’t want to shortchange themselves in life.

After the first time with the excuse of drunkenness, the second time with the excuse of work, the third time…

Lu Jiaye cornered Zheng Peipei in the bathroom while she was washing up.

Zheng Peipei was a little overwhelmed by such a bold move, but also expectant and shy.

Her mixture of refusal and welcome ignited Lu Jiaye’s passion.

The two indulged in the pleasures of intimacy…

Everyone in the company noticed that Boss Lu had been in high spirits recently, smiling, full of hormones, practically like a teenager in puberty.

This period was also the best time to talk to him about raises and promotions; he basically agreed to everything.

After a period of blissful days, Lu Jiaye felt disgruntled.

Why wasn’t there any news about him and Peipei online?!

Before, even a casual meal with a girl would be hyped up on trending searches. Why was it that now, when he and Peipei frequently went out together, even openly holding hands, there wasn't a ripple?

Had those gossip bloggers and paparazzi all abandoned him?

Unwilling to accept defeat, Lu Jiaye took the initiative to post a photo of them holding hands on Weibo, with the caption: My leader @MISSZhengPeipei

Soon, comments flooded in.

“Zheng Peipei again?”

“Wow, has our National Husband changed his ways? It’s been several months, and he hasn’t changed girlfriends?”

“Jiaye, this isn’t your style! Quickly move on to the next one.”

“I can’t wait to see who the next young lady will be.”

“Could it be that this time it’s serious?”

“Don’t believe it, Old Lu is a constant, while his girlfriends are fleeting.”

“I bet a box of spicy strips, three months is the maximum shelf life.”

“The person above underestimates Old Lu! I bet a truckload of cucumbers, one month at most!”

…………

The discussion became increasingly lively, but Lu Jiaye didn’t achieve the desired effect of showing off his affection.

An unexpected topic was trending—#WhenWillLuJiayeChangeGirlfriends#

Lu Jiaye was almost driven mad by these gossipmongers.

“I’m a genuine, pure, and passionate man, yet I’ve been slandered as a playboy by the masses!” Lu Jiaye indignantly declared beside Zheng Peipei as she scrolled through Weibo, starting to defend himself.

Zheng Peipei looked up from her phone at the indignant Lu Jiaye and smiled. “I have a question, I’m very curious.”

“Ask away. Ask anything. I’ll answer everything. I’ll tell you everything I know.” Lu Jiaye put his hands on his hips, his face righteous.

“When exactly do you plan to change to the next ‘Lu-lang’ (Lu’s lover)?”

Lu Jiaye froze, then reacted by pouncing on her, pinning her down, and pretending to strangle her. “Little imp, you talk like this, you’re asking to be eaten!”

“I’m so scared of you…” Zheng Peipei struggled mightily.

But when Lu Jiaye wanted to subdue her, she realized the huge disparity in their strength.

After several futile struggles, Zheng Peipei resigned herself to her fate. “Okay, okay, I’m not playing anymore, get up…”

“You say you’re not playing anymore, then I’ll lose face!” Lu Jiaye lowered his head, nibbling on her ear and neck. “I have to teach you a lesson…”

Zheng Peipei was teased until she was both shy and numb, completely unable to resist.

Their playful banter turned into another vigorous battle.

As for those nosy gossipmongers, Lu Jiaye decided to refute them with actions.

He posted another photo, a side profile of Zheng Peipei putting on makeup at her vanity, with the caption: Still beautiful today @MISSZhengPeipei

Zheng Peipei was about to start work when she opened Weibo and saw countless notifications.

She looked again, and it was this guy showing off again.

Although she thought his cheesy words were silly, she couldn’t help but smile when she saw them.

Below were tens of thousands of comments. Zheng Peipei casually glanced through them, smiling at both the blessings and the naysayers.

Even though some people were still clamoring about when he would change to the next “Lu-lang,” she found it amusing.

This was probably the first time she had experienced the treatment of an official girlfriend.

Being able to be known and acknowledged by everyone.

Good or bad, at least the whole world knew she was Lu Jiaye’s girlfriend.

Zheng Peipei didn’t respond. After her amusement, she continued with her work.

Lu Jiaye persistently showed off his affection on Weibo. Because Zheng Peipei didn’t respond, he earned the title of “The Coolest Lu-lang in History.”

After all, all his previous partners couldn't wait to use his popularity.

Another time, Lu Jiaye meticulously plated a meal he had personally prepared.

He took a picture and posted it on Weibo: “The romance of a candlelit dinner at home [heart]”

He brought a peeled lobster to Zheng Peipei’s lips. Just as she was about to take a bite, Lu Jiaye’s other hand held his phone and snapped a picture.

Zheng Peipei turned her face away in disdain. “Are you aspiring to be an internet celebrity? Are you addicted to Weibo?”

“Wrong.” Lu Jiaye denied it with a serious face, then beamed. “Daddy is addicted to showing off his love.”

He posted the photo on Weibo with the caption: “How can I get my aloof leader to interact with me on Weibo?”

The internet was instantly ignited, and everyone flocked to Zheng Peipei’s Weibo to speak up for Lu Jiaye.

Zheng Peipei opened Weibo, which almost crashed…

Seeing Lu Jiaye’s question, she held back a laugh, rolled her eyes at him, and said, “Can you not be so dramatic for a day?”

“Single for twenty-seven years, finally have a girlfriend, why can’t I be dramatic?!” Lu Jiaye put one foot on a stool, his voice impassioned, with the air of someone who could change the world.

Zheng Peipei: “Are you kidding? Never had a girlfriend? Were all those ‘Lu-langs’ just air?”

“Who were those people again? I don’t even remember. You actually describe them as air?” Lu Jiaye scoffed. “You’re my air, okay? Without you, I’d suffocate!”

Zheng Peipei was speechless for a moment. Lu Jiaye, who was always mocked for being uneducated, had actually shown off his literary skills.

She could only retort with two exasperated words, “Haha.”

That night, as they were climbing the peak together again, Zheng Peipei asked between gasps, “Why didn’t you look for a girlfriend before?”

Lu Jiaye bit her neck and said hoarsely, “Daddy cherishes you so much, how could I look at anyone else?”

Zheng Peipei whimpered softly, “It hurts…”

“It should hurt. Daddy’s heart hurts more when you ignore me…” He said as he continued his efforts.

“…Are you settling scores now?” Zheng Peipei asked, suppressing a shiver.

“As long as you don’t run away, Daddy would only pamper you!”

“Ah…”

“Is Daddy amazing?”

“…Childish!”

“Say that again? Daddy didn’t hear clearly.”

Zheng Peipei was so overwhelmed that she finally gave in. “…Amazing… Amazing…”

…

Lu Jiaye’s persistence in showing off his affection on Weibo finally paid off.

The public’s opinion shifted.

“I’m now checking Lu Gongzi’s Weibo to follow his daily life?”

“Why does it feel like a sweet romance novel?”

“The prodigal son has returned and turned into a wife-doting maniac.”

“Caught off guard by the sweetness emanating from Jiaye’s Weibo.”

“I ship this couple! If you dare to show off, you better not break up!”

“emmmmmmm… I’m still waiting for Lu Jiaye to be proven wrong.”

Lu Jiaye not only showed off his girlfriend on Weibo daily but also in real life, often bringing Zheng Peipei to events.

In public, he held her hand, put his arm around her shoulder, and showed no fear of the cameras.

Intimate photos of the two were constantly surfacing. Even while watching a show, he was captured by others unscrewing a bottle cap, handing water to his girlfriend, and watching her drink with tender eyes.

He carefully supported her hand when going up and down stairs, squatted down to adjust the corner of her clothes, and so on…

His behavior in various public settings completely changed everyone’s perception of him.

“This must be real, that look in his eyes can’t be faked.”

“Why did I think Lu Gongzi was fickle before? Now he looks like a loyal dog.”

“Think what you want, I’ve already started shipping this couple.”

“Help, I’m also shipping them!”

“Lu Jiaye is good friends with the Junyi couple, and they’ve been together for ten years. Birds of a feather flock together, our Lu Gongzi must also be someone who values long-term relationships!”

“There’s a short video that really got to me. Zheng Peipei turned to look at him, and his eyes were full of little stars. So sweet!”

“Yeah, when those other ‘Lu-langs’ were with him, he had a very perfunctory expression and no physical contact. Unlike now, they’re always lovey-dovey, and he smiles like a fool (I don’t know why I used that word [waves goodbye])”

“A man in love, his whole body is bubbling with pink bubbles [dog head]”

“I really like them, I hope they stay together forever!”

After Lu Jiaye successfully reversed public opinion, he was quite pleased with himself.

These lovey-dovey days made him incredibly happy.

One day, Su Han called.

Su Han: “Are you together with Peipei?”

Lu Jiaye: “Brother, your reaction time could circle the earth three times and tie a bow.”

“Haha.” Su Han chuckled politely, then said, “Didn’t you tell me to take it slow? How did you jump the gun?”

“As the ancients said, ‘The moon is the first to shine on the waterside pavilion.’" Lu Jiaye laughed. “With the opportunity, why wouldn’t I take it? Am I stupid?”

“…” Su Han was speechless for a moment.

“Are you so angry you can’t speak? Are you going to lose sleep tonight?” Lu Jiaye asked smugly.

Su Han was so angry he laughed.

“I deeply sympathize with you. I can have a drink with you until we’re both drunk, but Peipei is already mine, so don’t even think about it.”

Su Han said with a wry smile, “I can’t even think about it. She clearly rejected me a long time ago.”

“Oh, I’ll light a candle for you. Although I’m very happy inside.”

“Do you want to fight?”

“Bring it on, if it makes you feel better. But Peipei is non-negotiable. I might sell myself out, but not her. You set the time and place, I’ll give you a helmet and armor, I won’t bring any equipment.”

“…” Su Han was once again angered into laughter.

After a while, his laughter subsided, and he sighed. “Peipei is good with you. I wouldn’t be at ease with anyone else. It’s good that it’s you.”

“You should move on, the world is vast, look at other girls.”

“Of course, otherwise, do you think I’d become a monk?”

“You, a monk? The nuns at the temple across the street would be in trouble.”

“Get lost.”

“Alright, I know you’re calling to congratulate me, I got it, thanks. Drinking or fighting, I’m up for either.”

“Okay.”

They hung up. Su Han leaned back on the sofa, memories flashing through his mind.

He had also seen the news, the photos, and he realized how much he had owed her in the past…

Although he wanted to make amends, it was too late. No one would wait in place, and he had no right to ask her to.

It’s good that Lu Jiaye is taking care of her now. What he couldn't do, Lu Jiaye could.

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