Seeing the cunning smile on Liu Mingyan's beautiful lips, Ning Xingchen knew that she had done it on purpose. She knew she had her period and couldn't proceed with their agreement but still deliberately undressed to seduce him.
"I can't help it; we'll have to wait a few more days," Liu Mingyan said, employing a delaying tactic.
Unfortunately, Ning Xingchen was not easily fooled. He wrapped his arm around Liu Mingyan's slender waist and lowered his head, intent on kissing her.
"Don't force it," Liu Mingyan said in a panic, her small fists pounding on Ning Xingchen's chest.
"Since you're not available, I'll take a little interest today. You can use your hand," Ning Xingchen suggested with a deeper meaning.
Liu Mingyan couldn't match Ning Xingchen's strength. After a brief struggle, she obediently complied, although they didn't cross the final line.
When Ning Xingchen finally left Liu Mingyan's house, it was already evening. Although he wasn't completely satisfied, he still had a good time that afternoon.
...
The next morning, Ning Xingchen walked into his office and heard Secretary An say that a beautiful woman claiming to be his friend had been waiting in the VIP lounge since early morning.
Ning Xingchen smiled faintly. He knew who it was without needing to ask and told Secretary An to bring her to his office.
Soon, there was a knock on the door.
"Come in."
Ning Xingchen looked up and was pleasantly surprised. A stunningly beautiful woman stood at the door; it was indeed her.
"Sister Yan, you're here. Please, come in," Ning Xingchen said politely, mindful of An Yuqing's presence.
After An Yuqing served Liu Mingyan a cup of tea, Ning Xingchen cleared his throat and said seriously, "I have important matters to discuss with Sister Yan. Secretary An, please leave us and ensure no one disturbs us."
"Understood, Mr. Ning." An Yuqing glanced at Liu Mingyan again, wondering if this gorgeous woman was Ning Xingchen's girlfriend.
At the thought, An Yuqing felt a pang of inexplicable sadness.
"Sweetheart, why are you here?" Ning Xingchen asked gently, moving closer to Liu Mingyan.
"Didn't you ask me to come?" Liu Mingyan replied coquettishly.
"Oh, I remember. I asked you to come for the four hundred million, right? I'll have the finance department transfer the funds right away." Ning Xingchen reached for the phone on his desk.
"Wait," Liu Mingyan grabbed Ning Xingchen's hand, seemingly having something to say.
"What is it, my love?" Ning Xingchen genuinely liked Liu Mingyan; he wasn't just playing around, so his manner of addressing her had changed.
"After thinking it over last night, I realized I can't take so much money to squander or risk. I don't want my life to fail again. This project has many immature aspects, and the market prospects are bleak, with a high chance of losing money," Liu Mingyan said seriously.
"So, you're not taking the four hundred million?" Ning Xingchen narrowed his eyes, puzzled by her intentions.
"Yes, I plan to find a job and work steadily." Since becoming intimate with Ning Xingchen, Liu Mingyan's feelings for him had subtly changed. She no longer disliked him and found herself wanting to confide in him first.
"I never intended to give you the four hundred million anyway. Your project has too many flaws and would be a waste of effort and money," Ning Xingchen admitted.
"You big jerk! So, you were planning to take advantage of me without giving anything in return?" Liu Mingyan's face flashed with anger at his words.
"Darling, do you really think I'm that kind of person?" Ning Xingchen pulled Liu Mingyan into his arms, smiling broadly.
...
"Hmph, don't hug me, you jerk. I didn't expect you to be so heartless. I've changed my mind now. Give me the four hundred million, and I'll travel the world and spend it frivolously," Liu Mingyan huffed.
Ning Xingchen chuckled, thinking to himself, "Isn't that my life's goal?"
"Honey, I'll still give you the four hundred million, but in a different way."
"What do you mean?" Liu Mingyan was puzzled, not quite understanding.
"Silly girl, which is more valuable: four hundred million or a promising unicorn company?"
"Are you saying?" Liu Mingyan gasped, looking incredulous.
"Yes, from today onwards, you can manage this company."
Ning Xingchen had long wanted to take a step back from managing the company but had not found the right person to take over. Liu Mingyan, with her deep knowledge of economics and experience as an executive at a multinational company, was the perfect candidate to be the CEO.
"Really?" Liu Mingyan still couldn't believe it, thinking Ning Xingchen was just trying to make her happy.
"Mingyan, I've always been sincere with you. What's mine is yours. A company is nothing. Whatever you want, I'll give it to you," Ning Xingchen whispered in her ear.
"But... I'm afraid I won't manage it well," Liu Mingyan hesitated, having developed a psychological shadow from her previous entrepreneurial failure.
"Isn't that why you have me? I'll support you from behind, and I allow you to make mistakes a hundred times, okay?" Ning Xingchen said dotingly.
"Should I give it a try?" Liu Mingyan knew this was a rare opportunity and didn't want to miss it. She didn't want to be a trophy wife; she wanted to build her own career.
"Try all you want. Feel free to sample. Perfect for warming the bed and being a good housewife, suitable for all ages," Ning Xingchen teased, stealing a kiss when Liu Mingyan wasn't paying attention.
"Stop it, I'm not talking about that. Who wants to try you?" Liu Mingyan blushed, feeling awkward as they were in the office.
"Hehe, sweetheart, should we get down to business now?" Ning Xingchen grinned mischievously.
"Don't mess around," Liu Mingyan knew what he wanted to do from his expression.
"Sweetie, be good. Just use your mouth this time."
Ning Xingchen signaled Liu Mingyan to kneel down.
...
An hour later, Liu Mingyan tidied up her clothes. When they left the office, Ning Xingchen asked Secretary An to organize a meeting for all employees.
To show his sincerity, Ning Xingchen decided to act immediately, reassuring Liu Mingyan.
Although Ning Xingchen wanted to offer Liu Mingyan company shares, she firmly refused.
Liu Mingyan was not a woman who sought a life of luxury. She wanted to prove herself with real ability. Moreover, shares or not, it didn't matter much; she already considered Ning Xingchen her man, and family shouldn't be divided.
At the employee meeting, Ning Xingchen announced in front of everyone that Liu Mingyan would be the new executive president, responsible for the company's daily management. This position was second only to Ning Xingchen himself.
Additionally, Ning Xingchen had been considering a change for a long time: renaming Yunchuang Technology to Xingyao. From now on, the company would be called Xingyao Group.