Harvest Condominium
Xu Jia Li just finished showering when her doorbell rang. She only had her light blue bathrobe on and a towel on her head. Not minding it, she hurriedly went to open the door since she was expecting Zhen Nian.
Earlier, Zhen Nian called her about the schedule of her exclusive interview for Fashion and Glamour Magazine. Since she knew that Zhen Nian would never take no for an answer, all she could do was to agree.
She never had any exclusive interview with any other magazines except Fashion and Glamour since Zhen Nian was the Editor in Chief.
So without looking at the door cam, she opened the door.
"Nian-mei– "
She didn't finish her sentence when she saw Si Weimin standing outside.
"Did you just open the door without even looking at the door cam?"
Si Weimin's brows were furrowed as he entered inside and closed the door. He stood in front of the stunned Xu Jia Li whose mouth was slightly opened.
"That's so careless of you, Ms. Xu."
Xu Jia Li could feel the anger in his voice. She didn't know how to respond since she was the one at fault. In her carelessness, she could have opened the door and let harm befell her.
"What were you thinking?"
"I-ah, I was expecting for Zhen Nian and –" she answered, her voice quivered.
"And you rushed to open the door just because you thought it was her? But what if it wasn't her? What if it's someone who wanted to do bad things to you? What will you do?"
Xu Jia Li felt her eyes began to sting. She knew that Si Weimin had a point. She wasn't even thinking. She knew nothing about martial arts or even just a simple self- defense.
Not knowing what to say, she just bowed her head as she stared at the floor.
Within seconds, she was suddenly enveloped in Si Weimin's embrace.
"Don't do it again. Your safety should always be your main priority."
"I'm sorry… honey." Xu Jia Li smiled sweetly when she realized that he was not angry anymore.
"How should I punish you, then?"
"Ah… Honey, why are you here?" Xu Jia Li immediately changed the subject as she led Si Weimin on the sofa.
"I brought food."
Seeing the bag on his hand, she smiled at him. Realizing that he was still frowning, she decided to use her charm as she sweetly said,
"Honey, you're so sweet. I haven't eaten yet. I'm so lucky to have a caring boyfriend."
***
Si Weimin didn't know what to say. He couldn't believe that Xu Jia Li could be so careless yet he couldn't stay mad at her. He was mesmerized by her smile and his heart leaped when she called him honey.
He knew that she was using this honey trap on him. Helpless, he slightly shook his head before he pinched the tip of her nose.
"I'll prepare the food. Go dry your hair." He insisted as he went to the kitchen.
Within half an hour, Si Weimin finished cooking. He went to the living room and saw Xu Jia Li reading her script.
He approached her and sat beside her, "The food is ready, my love."
"I'll just read a little more." Xu Jia Li answered without lifting her eyes from the script.
"The food will be cold." Si Weimin took the script from Xu Jia Li's hands and placed it on the table.
Seeing her frowned, Si Weimin kissed her lips lightly before he stood and took Xu Jia Li's hand as he led her to the kitchen,
"It's bad to make the food wait."
The two enjoyed the delicious dishes prepared by Si Weimin. They were both having a great time when the doorbell rang.
The two of them gazed at one another. Even before Xu Jia Li could stand, Si Weimin stood and went to open the door.
Seeing that it was Zhen Nian, he opened it.
***
Beijing International Airport
The moment Zhou Bingbing arrived at the airport, lots of reporters surrounded her. Cameras flashed everywhere as all the reporters tried to capture the best images for their articles.
"Ms. Zhou, tell us how you feel as the new endorser of Si Cosmetics."
"Are you excited to represent the company in Europe? What are your expectations on working outside the country?"
"Ms. Zhou, is it true that you have an intimate relationship with Si Weimin?"
"Is the rumor true? Since you were chosen as the new endorser, does that prove the relationship you have with Si Weimin?
"Are the two of you dating?"
"Ms. Zhou, tell us!"
Zhou Bingbing stopped walking and bowed in front of the reporters. She flashed her beautiful smile before she answered them in a gentle manner,
"My dear friends of the press, the Zhou and the Si family are great friends. CEO Si is a good friend of mine and we've known each other since we were young. And we are very close. I hope it clears all the rumors. And please support me as I represent Si Cosmetics. Thank you!"
Zhou Bingbing walked inside the private waiting room. Her parents were already there since they avoided the reporters.
Since Si Cosmetics planned to expand its branch in Europe, the entourage to accompany her was grand as it consisted of excellent people chosen by the company. Give it to Si International for taking good care of its employee.
She would be flying to Europe with 10 people consisted of Si Cosmetics Marketing Director, two make up artists, two hair stylists, three fashion stylists, her manager and her assistant.
"Xiao Bing, are you alright?"
"Yes, mom. I'm just a little sad."
"What makes my darling girl sad?" Ye Lingling hugged Zhou Bingbing.
"Mom, Weimin-ge becomes even more aloof. It breaks my heart since he wasn't like that at all. Since he met that Xu Jia Li, everything has changed."
"Weren't all that just rumors?'
"I thought so too… at first… but my instincts told me that that girl seduced Weimin-ge. She's such a cunning, manipulative and scheming woman, mom. I'm really afraid that Weimin-ge might fall prey to that kind of woman."