After the Strategy Mission Was Exposed, the Childhood Friend Became a Sinister Male Ghost - Chapter 12

He chased her enticing red lips, slowly and methodically licking, sucking, and biting.

Ling Luo could not stand his clingy, lingering kisses. She turned her face away, causing his searing kiss to land on her cheek instead.

“Enough, enough. This is someone else’s art gallery. The exhibition is not over yet. Someone might come by and see us. I have a sense of shame.”

“Are you no longer studying for your exams?”

“If I do not want to talk about it, do not ask.”

“I understand.”

Only then did Di Yu remember to maintain boundaries. Couples should give each other private space and not monitor every action. Yet, the madness brewing in his mind was impossible to suppress. Reason told him to be respectful and understanding.

Di Yu leaned his upper body against her, burying his face in her shoulder. As he inhaled her scent, his body and mind immediately relaxed.

“Let me hold you for just a moment longer, then I will let you go,” he said, his voice full of tenderness.

Ling Luo rubbed the back of his neck. She did not ask why he was there today, silently waiting for him to release her. Her only prayer now was that Di Yu would not expose their relationship during this period. If he did, the Male Lead’s affection level would plummet.

Her mother’s condition was not optimistic. She had to capture the Male Lead as quickly as possible.

Di Yu tidied Ling Luo’s messy hair. His long, fair fingers pinched the hem of her skirt, carefully tugging and smoothing out the wrinkles. He looked up with a gentle smile, his eyes clearly reflecting her image.

“When will you be free to come to my house for dinner?”

“I do not know about the future yet. When I am free, I will show up at your house quietly to give you a surprise.”

Di Yu set her back down on the floor, making sure she stood steadily.

“Lean down. I cannot reach your head.”

Di Yu leaned over until his gaze was level with hers. Ling Luo cupped his face, pressed a kiss onto his forehead, and then patted his head. “So obedient!”

Di Yu’s handsome face flushed. His eyes grew dazed as he gazed at her infatuatedly.

The System’s voice rang out, 【It turns out the Villain is a total love-brain.】

“A love-brain is good. I was only afraid he was not one,” Ling Luo replied, feeling relieved.

【You have practically coaxed him back into an embryo.】

Ling Luo took the lead to leave, heading straight for the restroom. Di Yu remained in the room, touching the bite mark on his neck. The corners of his mouth curled up, revealing his pleasure.

The Conversion System, exasperated by his lack of spine, said indignantly, 【You are far too indulgent! You are not even married yet, and she already dares to act like she is your master.】

“She is not someone you get to criticize!” A murderous glint flashed in Di Yu’s eyes.

Having had its vital points pinched several times by him, the Conversion System only dared to shrink back into the system space. For a system to reach this level of cowardice was truly pathetic. The only reason Di Yu kept this system was to save Ling Luo’s life; now, it had lost its utility.

Suddenly, the Conversion System felt itself enveloped by a wave of coldness. A sense of impending erasure surged toward it. In a panic, it fled from the system space and hid inside the pocket of Di Yu’s suit.

“Get out!”

【I will not speak out of turn again. Just let me stay for a moment, just a moment.】 The Conversion System had completely lost its nerve.

Once that eerie coldness vanished, the tension of being erased dissipated with it.

Who? Who on earth was trying to destroy it? The Conversion System looked around at its surroundings with extreme vigilance.

Ling Luo stared at herself in the mirror. Her lips were excessively red and swollen. To anyone with experience, it was obvious those were kiss marks. She felt very frustrated. That hateful Di Yu had caused the swelling on purpose.

【I can help reduce the swelling, but it will take some energy. I will need to rest for a week to recover afterward.】

“Fine.”

Ling Luo’s swollen lips immediately returned to normal. The System shut down again, unable to power on for another seven days.

She returned to Lin Zhouci’s side. Ling Luo offered an apologetic smile and pointed at her phone. Lin Zhouci understood, opened his phone, and looked at the message she had sent.

It turned out she was feeling unwell due to her period today. Lin Zhouci asked her via text, 【Do you have ibuprofen with you?】

Ling Luo glanced at him in surprise. Above Lin Zhouci’s head, the number read 35. The affection level had not changed.

Ling Luo replied, 【I am fine. There is no need for medicine.】

Lin Zhouci put his phone away and gave her a slight smile. Ling Luo immediately organized the documents he had sent over, which contained a list of the wealthy socialites attending the exhibition. The Male Lead truly lived up to his role; his protagonist halo was working, helping him build connections in the capital’s elite circles.

Zhou Wangxing spotted Di Yu’s tall figure and immediately went to greet him. His sharp eyes noticed the bite mark on Di Yu’s neck, and he was profoundly shocked.

“Young Master Di, you… this…” Zhou Wangxing wanted to ask, but the words died in his throat. The man before him was the exalted crown prince of the Di family. Since Di Yu had graced them with his presence today, it would be too rude to ask such private questions.

He had been fine when he arrived. How did he end up with those marks after viewing the paintings alone for a short while?

Zhou Wangxing instinctively looked at the assistant beside Lin Zhouci. Her expression was normal, her gaze calm, and her aura clean. There was nothing strange about her. Zhou Wangxing dismissed the doubt in his heart.

Di Yu raised the hand wearing the watch and touched his neck, his thin lips curving slightly. “I got this while playing around with my girlfriend yesterday.”

Everyone knew this was a lie, but they all feigned ignorance and accepted his excuse. Zhou Wangxing set aside his rogue-like demeanor and poured tea with a serious expression. “Young Master Di, this tea uses mountain spring water. The tea leaves are of the highest quality. The fragrance is like water, and the water holds the fragrance.”

Di Yu was the same age as them, yet he was far more mature. He had taken control of the Di family at a young age. His steady and sophisticated temperament made him a role model for the elite circles; every family wanted to raise their children to be just like him. Di Yu rarely attended gatherings of his peers, appearing mostly at solemn, large-scale business events. If they could get close to him, it would bring immense benefits to their families.

As Di Yu reached out, his sleeve pulled back slightly, revealing his wristwatch more clearly. Zhou Wangxing recognized the brand, Vacheron Constantin. He was not sure which series it was, but it appeared to be a limited edition that had already ceased production.

“Young Master Di, that watch really suits your temperament,” Zhou Wangxing flattered.

“My girlfriend gave it to me.” As Di Yu spoke, he cast a subtle, almost imperceptible glance at Ling Luo.

Ling Luo’s expression remained unchanged. She looked like an outsider, completely unaffected. Zhou Wangxing and his friends all showed looks of envy. “Wow, you two are so in love!”

“Your girlfriend must be from a family of equal standing and strength.”

“I am sure we will be drinking at your wedding soon.”

“You hide your girlfriend so well, Young Master Di. She must be as beautiful as a goddess! You two are a match made in heaven!”

They each offered a compliment. Beneath his high brow, the sharp light in Di Yu’s deep eyes faded, replaced by a trace of softness. Sensing his pleasure, everyone knew their flattery had hit the mark.

Di Yu took a sip of tea and said indifferently, “She is acceptable.”

Zhou Wangxing beamed with joy. However, in the next second, Di Yu changed the subject. “Who is this?”

Zhou Wangxing followed his gaze and realized he was looking at Lin Zhouci.