The Billionaire's Hidden Affection-Chapter 231: Scarf 2_1

Her voice was as faint as a mosquito’s. "Well... okay."

He was overjoyed. "That’s settled then. Xixi, you mustn’t go back on your word."

She muttered, "And what if I change my mind?"

"Then I’ll move in with you."

"!!!"

He held her tightly, making no attempt to hide the intense heat radiating from his body. His voice was husky. "Xixi, I desire you... So many nights, I can’t sleep thinking about you... Besides, we’re getting married. I really can’t hold back anymore..."

He’s right. We’re getting married, so it only makes sense for us to live together.

He took the scarf from beside her, wrapped it around her neck, and then took her hand. "Let’s go, it’s time for work. I’ll pick you up every day this week."

"Xiaojue, aren’t you afraid of being seen?"

"It’s fine. I’ll use the underground parking garage; no one will see. Besides, even if they do, it’s not a big deal. We’re getting married—can we really hide it from people forever?"

That was the first time Yan Xixi had sat beside Huang Xiaojue feeling so completely carefree. The car was warm, and she took off her scarf, thoroughly enjoying the moment.

It was completely different from hailing a taxi. On winter mornings, you always had to compete with a crowd of able-bodied office workers for a cab. Not only did you need sharp eyes and quick hands, but also a thick skin. To fall even a step behind meant being left standing in the cold wind for a long time.

And don’t even get me started on the bus—packed like a can of sardines; sometimes you couldn’t even squeeze on.

Things were much better now; she could gradually bid farewell to her taxi-dependent life.

Occasionally, at a red light, he would reach out and gently take her hand. Xiaojue’s hands are so warm. For this lifetime, hasn’t she found her final haven with him?

Just before it was time to get off work, Huang Xiaojue’s phone rang. Zhou Xiaoxuan’s tentative voice came through, "Xiaojue, I heard you’re getting married soon?"

He laughed cheerfully. "Yes."

"Are you marrying Yan Xixi?"

"Yes."

Zhou Xiaoxuan was silent for a moment, then said, "Xiaojue, do you have time tonight? I have something to discuss with you."

Huang Xiaojue immediately grew wary. Zhou Xiaoxuan had undeniably played a part in his and Yan Xixi’s breakup years ago, and he was fully aware of her past feelings for him. Therefore, he tactfully replied, "Little Xuanyuan, the company is very busy at year-end, so I’m afraid I can’t get away. How about this? When I’m free, I’ll treat you and some of our old classmates to a meal, and we can all catch up."

"Forget it then, Xiaojue. Congratulations to you both."

"Thank you. I’ll personally deliver the wedding invitations to everyone after the New Year."

"Alright, I look forward to your wedding banquet."

After hanging up, he checked the time: it was officially the end of the workday.

He dialed another number. "Xixi, what are you doing?"

Her voice was full of energy. "I’m about to get off work. Tonight, Xu Xiaoya and I are planning to look at gowns and also check out a few wedding photo studios. Once we’ve made some choices, we can go look at them together over the weekend. Xiaojue, if you’re busy today, don’t worry about me."

"Okay, then I’ll pick you up tomorrow morning."

"Sure, Xiaojue. Don’t buy breakfast tomorrow morning; I’ll make a few of your favorite side dishes and wait for you."

He was delighted. "Really?"

"Really. Tomorrow morning, I’ll make your favorite: brown sugar sticky rice cakes."

"Then I’ll come over early." 𝓯𝓻𝓮𝙚𝙬𝓮𝙗𝒏𝙤𝒗𝙚𝙡.𝒄𝒐𝓶

Before hanging up, Huang Xiaojue added, "Xixi, remember, my love for you is all that matters. Don’t listen to whatever other women might say."

She stuck out her tongue playfully. "Xiaojue, has someone been saying things again?"