Chapter 144 Stay Away from Cheng Ye, Belong Only to Me
Cheng Ye chuckled, "I'll just learn how to talk like you."
Jiang Mian hummed and murmured, "Hubby, why don't you go to bed?"
Cheng Ye rubbed his forehead and said, "It's almost there."
Jiang Mian couldn't help but gave the phone screen a symbolic kiss, "Hubby kiss."
After rubbing his forehead, Cheng Ye saw Jiang Mian's soft red lips on the screen. He said proudly, "It doesn't count. I'll kiss you again when you come back."
Jiang Mian felt curious, "I didn't expect you to be such a person."
Cheng Ye raised his eyebrows, "What's wrong with me?"
"You are a tsundere." Jiang Mian was so proud, "I am so awesome."
Cheng Ye smiled, "Why are you bragging all of a sudden?"
Jiang Mian said seriously, "You are my boyfriend. I am so awesome that I made you my boyfriend."
Hearing this, Cheng Ye felt as sweet as honey. Wasn't this a disguised way of praising him?
Cheng Ye looked at his watch and it was getting late. "It's time to go to bed. Don't stay up late, it will cause dark circles under your eyes."
Jiang Mian responded obediently: "Yeah, okay."
After ending the video call, Cheng Ye felt more motivated to work tomorrow.
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The next day.
Cheng Ye sat at the dining table in the living room, eating the celery and beef dumplings that Song Ranqiu had cooked this morning.
Song Ranqiu went to see patients early in the morning.
You will never get tired of eating celery and beef dumplings.
Cheng Ye ate dumplings and drank soy milk leisurely while sending work matters to his assistant editor Chi Mu.
Chi Mu finalized the morning time with three advertisers.
Cheng Ye recalled that Chi Mu said that there were 101 advertisements waiting for him to shoot and endorse, so he began to plan. When the number of artists trained in the future increased, all advertising endorsements would be handed over to the artists to handle.
He just needs to lie down quietly and earn money. Although he will have to share 50% of the profits with artists if they do endorse his products, in the long run, he won't have to work so hard and he can spend more time on other things.
Moreover, when artists endorse advertisements, they gain exposure opportunities, thereby increasing their commercial value, which is beneficial to the company's development.
However, they need to be cultivated well now. After all, advertisers do not invest money in vain, and they will definitely prefer stars or Internet celebrities who can bring them significant advertising benefits.
Currently, the three artists under his management are still some distance away from the requirements of advertisers.
Not long after Cheng Ye finished his breakfast and walked out of the small clinic, he saw Chu Xiyan in front of him.
Chu Xiyan wore a skirt today and changed into high heels.
Her pretty face was lightly made up, and her usually cold and arrogant temperament was restrained at this moment, becoming elegant and calm.
The boys passing by couldn't help but cast admiring glances towards Chu Xiyan.
"Cheng Ye, are you going out so early?"
Chu Xiyan's voice was filled with joy and happiness.
Cheng Ye frowned, his eyes were calm, "If you are here to break off the engagement, we can talk, otherwise, no need to talk."
Chu Xiyan pursed her lips, she felt a little hurt, "Cheng Ye, besides wanting to break off the engagement, can't you think of something else?"
Cheng Ye was too lazy to answer.
Chu Xiyan said sincerely, "Cheng Ye, I'm sorry. I didn't investigate the truth before, but blindly stood on Cheng Fenghao's side. I misunderstood and wronged you."
"Can you give me a chance to make a fresh start?" Chu Xiyan looked intently at Cheng Ye's handsome face, "I won't make stupid mistakes again."
Cheng Ye had a blank expression on his face. "Have you thought of a new trap to frame me?"
Chu Xiyan was stunned. Why? Why did Cheng Ye think that she was such a despicable person? !
She couldn't help but laugh at herself. It was understandable that Cheng Ye would think of him like this.
He once firmly helped Cheng Fenghao, accused and framed Cheng Ye, and became Cheng Fenghao's accomplice.
Not just once.
Chu Xiyan's tone was sincere, she was very regretful, "Cheng Ye, I really won't be stupid again, can you give me a chance?"
"I will stay away from Cheng Fenghao. I have already thrown away the love letter he gave me."
Cheng Ye was impatient, "What does it have to do with me?"
Chu Xiyan felt upset, "But you are my fiancé."
Cheng Ye looked impatient, "I said, I treated you well before, only because I cared about the Cheng family at that time. The elders of the Cheng and Chu families had made an engagement, and I didn't want to affect the normal exchanges between the Cheng and Chu families because of me."
"Even if you don't help Cheng Fenghao, I won't like you."
Cheng Ye's voice was low and cold, without a trace of warmth.
Having lived for twenty-eight years in his previous life, he is no longer an eighteen-year-old at heart. When it comes to relationships, he doesn't want to get in touch with any girl other than Jiang Mian.
Therefore, he does not speak in a euphemistic or ambiguous manner.
Chu Xiyan pursed her lips. She was a little confused, her body was shaking slightly, and her hands hanging at her sides could not help but clench.
Cheng Ye was even more ruthless than she had imagined.
The three words "I don't like" sounded so light when they came out of his mouth.
Chu Xiyan choked up and said, "Cheng Ye, I'm just going to ask you a question, and you answer me seriously."
Cheng Ye put his hands in his pockets, his eyebrows and eyes were cold and indifferent, "Speak."
"Have you never had the slightest liking for me? Even a tiny bit of affection? Not even a fondness?"
Cheng Ye said succinctly without hesitation, "No."
Chu Xiyan felt as if she had fallen into an ice cellar and couldn't believe her ears.
She thought that at least she had a good impression of him.
Whether in terms of family background or appearance, she is considered an outstanding person.
She never lacked suitors.
From childhood to adulthood, I have received countless love letters.
Chu Xiyan guessed that Cheng Ye would also have feelings for her.
However, the reality is, let alone admiration, there is not even the slightest affection? !
Chu Xiyan felt a sour feeling in her throat, and she actually felt jealous of Jiang Mian.
Obviously, she and Cheng Ye have known each other for three years.
But Jiang Mian just officially transferred here this semester, and he hasn’t even had a semester yet.
But Jiang Mian and Cheng Ye are already boyfriend and girlfriend.
Chu Xiyan was in a low mood, "Cheng Ye, putting aside the relationship, don't you care about the engagement between the Cheng and Chu families at all?"
"Unless someone helps Cheng Fenghao in his current situation, it will be difficult for him to gain Mr. Cheng's respect. The Cheng family is gradually optimistic about your future development."
"I believe that as long as you are willing to return to the Cheng family, Mr. Cheng will be happy to train you as the future heir. What's more, you are his biological blood."
"You can own the Cheng family's property, and marrying into the Chu family will take your career to the next level. You don't have to work so hard, and you can expand your business territory in a short period of time with the power and resources of the Cheng and Chu families."
Chu Xiyan took a deep breath and said nervously, "The Cheng and Chu families are not small wealthy families. They are not only rich, but also powerful. You have to know that with power, you can do a lot of things."
Cheng Ye's eyes were cold. He certainly knew that power could do a lot of things.
If Cheng Fenghao did not have the protection of the Cheng family, with the evidence of arson in his hands, Cheng Fenghao would definitely die and would not be able to escape the death penalty.
There was no need for him to wait for the right opportunity to expose Cheng Fenghao's heinous crime of killing so many people.
Seeing that Cheng Ye didn't say anything, Chu Xiyan wondered if he was shaken. She quickly said, "Cheng Ye, the Cheng and Chu families are two of the three largest families in Beijing."
"As long as the two families marry, we can further consolidate the power of the wealthy family, creating a 1+1>2 effect, and perhaps even compete with the top wealthy Jiang family."
"Your career will be smooth sailing, and it will only benefit you and not harm you."
Chu Xiyan didn't believe that Cheng Ye would be indifferent to the many benefits brought by the marriage.
Because during this period of time, Cheng Ye has been studying hard and setting up a company.
After the company was established, Cheng Ye often went to the company.
Therefore, Chu Xiyan was 100% sure that Cheng Ye was a boy with a strong career ambition.
Marrying her would help his career, and there was no reason for him not to be tempted.
Chu Xiyan continued, "Cheng Ye, you and I are well matched. There is no such thing as who is stronger and who is weaker. This kind of relationship and marriage is the most stable."
Cheng Ye had no emotions and said in a calm tone, "Chu Xiyan, there is no need for you to tempt me with the various benefits that a marriage would bring."
"There's no possibility of marriage between you and me. I have no romantic feelings for you. I've made this very clear." Cheng Ye shrugged indifferently.
"Marrying the Chu family will definitely make my career advance by leaps and bounds, there is no doubt about that. But at the same time, I will lose my freedom."
Cheng Ye's eyes were calm, "Besides, I hate going back to the Cheng family, and I don't want to have any contact with your Chu family. You have never brought me good memories."
"I have the ability to get rid of you, so why should I jump into the fire pit again?" Cheng Ye said calmly, "It will be very hard to rely on myself, but only by relying on myself can I bring a real sense of security."
"The sense of security you give me can be taken back at any time. But the sense of security I create for myself is always available to me."
Hearing the voice, Chu Xiyan's eyes flashed with shock and astonishment.
She never expected that Cheng Ye would be so indifferent to the huge profits.
Even though I said so much, I still failed to impress Cheng Ye.
Chu Xiyan had mixed feelings. She thought she had an advantage, but in Cheng Ye's eyes, it turned out not to be a good thing.
She couldn't help but clench her hands again, her nails digging into her palms without her realizing it.
There was a sharp pain in my heart and I couldn't get relief at all.
Chu Xiyan's eyes turned red and tears slowly flowed out.
She asked unwillingly, "Cheng Ye, let's not talk about the marriage. In the past, I misunderstood you because of Cheng Fenghao. I said sorry to you and sincerely reconciled with you. Can't you forgive me?!"
Cheng Ye was too lazy to continue talking nonsense, "No forgiveness."
The assistant called and said that the car sent by the company had just stopped at the intersection of the alley.
He turned and left, not caring about Chu Xiyan's depressed mood.
Chu Xiyan stared in a daze as Cheng Ye left without any reluctance, and her heart became more and more tight and uncomfortable.
"Are you a dog-skin plaster?" A cold voice suddenly resounded in the silent air.
Chu Xiyan looked back subconsciously and found Jiang Mian not far away.
There was a tall boy next to Jiang Mian. He had an extraordinary temperament and superior looks. His almond-shaped eyes stared at him without any emotion.
Chu Xiyan was stunned and couldn't help but wonder what the boy's true identity was.
"I don't need to inform you when I do things." Chu Xiyan came back to her senses, and she faced Jiang Mian directly without choosing to compromise or give in.
Jiang Mian smiled obediently, "Yes."
She walked over nonchalantly, "Chu Xiyan, who do you think you are?!"
Chu Xiyan was furious. "Jiang Mian, don't be so harsh. If Cheng Ye knew that your appearance and your true personality are seriously inconsistent, do you think he would leave you?!"
"So unconfident? Are you worried that I will snatch Cheng Ye away?!" Chu Xiyan looked provocative and sneered.
Jiang Mian's body temperature dropped suddenly. She looked disdainful, "Just you? Chu Xiyan, do you have to be so narcissistic?"
"I am his girlfriend after all, who are you?" Jiang Mian gradually approached.
"You shed crocodile tears, made a few cheap apologies, indulged in self-touching, and still wanted Cheng Ye to forgive you? Your face is really as thick as a city wall!"
"How conceited are you to imagine that mistakes can be made up for?!"
Jiang Mian's smile was innocent and pure, but there was a biting coldness in his eyes.
Chu Xiyan's pupils dilated. Every word Jiang Mian said was like a sharp blade piercing deeply into her flesh.
Her flesh and blood turned bloody in an instant.
Chu Xiyan was flustered. No, it was impossible.
The mistakes she made can definitely be made up for.
Thinking of this, Chu Xiyan said firmly: "Jiang Mian, I will spend my whole life to repay Cheng Ye."
"Also, no matter what your purpose is in staying with him, I advise you that Cheng Ye is not your property, and you cannot hurt him!!"
Jiang Mian said sarcastically, "Weren't you the ones who hurt him from the beginning to the end? His childhood, such an important time, was missing the love of his parents and sister."
"And Cheng Fenghao has been enjoying the happiness that should have belonged to Cheng Ye since he was born."
"Cheng Fenghao had the company and love of Cheng Ye's parents and sisters during his childhood, but Cheng Ye didn't."
"When he was framed and accused and had no way to defend himself, who stood up to speak for him?"
"What are you going to give me in return? Chu Xiyan, you don't understand him at all. You don't understand what a child who grew up in an orphanage really wants."
"Who among you, Cheng and Chu families, would know about the grievances and loneliness he suffered in his childhood?!"
Chu Xiyan's ears were buzzing and her mind was blank.
She really didn't understand children who grew up in an orphanage.
I don’t know Cheng Ye well enough.
Chu Xiyan felt the blood in her body flowing backwards, and an unprecedented feeling of suffocation came over her.
Cheng Fenghao framed Cheng Ye, but she stood up to defend Cheng Fenghao and was alienated and disgusted with Cheng Ye. What she did was no different from an executioner? !
Chu Xiyan's mind was in a mess, and she suddenly recalled the sweet interaction between Cheng Ye and Jiang Mian that she had witnessed before.
She couldn't help feeling intense sadness and jealousy.
Chu Xiyan's mind was filled with Cheng Ye's image, which she couldn't get rid of.
She didn't know when it started, but she had a strong desire for Cheng Ye, and she had fallen completely in love with Cheng Ye without even realizing it.
She was just about to ask Jiang Mian who the boy next to her was.
The neck was suddenly and easily grasped by a slender hand.
Chu Xiyan had difficulty breathing and started coughing violently. She subconsciously stretched out her hands, trying to break free from the other party's shackles, but the force was so great that no matter how she struggled, it was useless.
Jiang Mian pinched her neck, his dark eyes filled with dark and terrible paranoia and madness, "Chu Xiyan, I warn you, if you want to live, stay away from Cheng Ye. He only belongs to me."