After the Strategy Mission Was Exposed, the Childhood Friend Became a Sinister Male Ghost - Chapter 3

“Quick, sit down!”

Ling Luo placed the last dish on the table. After taking off her black apron, she approached him, holding an exquisite black gift box in her hands.

Di Yu’s deep eyes locked onto her beautiful face. His gaze slowly traveled downward, landing on the object she held. He could not help but feel a surge of anticipation.

“What is it?”

“A gift for you! Consider it a peace offering, perhaps?”

“Never mention the word ‘breakup’ again, Luo Luo.”

“Yes, I understand.”

As soon as Ling Luo met his gaze, which was as sweet and thick as honey, she could not help but feel guilty. She placed the black gift box by his hand before returning to her own seat. Di Yu accepted the gift and picked up his chopsticks to eat. Ling Luo secretly observed his expression. With a faint smile playing on his lips, he seemed to be very happy.

“Um, I am going to be studying for my postgraduate entrance exams recently. I need to focus and prepare in peace, so you cannot come to disturb me. Once I have passed the exams, I will marry you.”

“Alright.”

Di Yu supported all of her decisions, with the sole exception of a “breakup.” Ling Luo could not hide her smile as she happily served him some food.

【You really are impressive!】 The System chimed in.

“Once I successfully capture the Male Lead and my mother’s illness improves, I will take the fifty billion and run! I will never have to live by reading other people’s expressions again. I will have money and beauty. I will be a wealthy socialite once more.”

【Keep it up!】

Ling Luo originally intended to slip away immediately after dinner, but Di Yu called out to her.

“Luo Luo, help me put on this watch.”

The man sitting on the leather sofa was noble and elegant. He wore a tailored white shirt paired with a black vest, outlining the clear contours of his broad shoulders and narrow waist. The golden tie clip on his dark red tie flashed with light, emphasizing his prestige. His left sleeve was rolled up, and the deep blue sapphire cufflinks emitted a faint, cold glow that complemented his steady temperament.

Ling Luo’s round, almond-shaped eyes, clear like those of a deer, flickered. She sat down beside him.

She took the watch out of the black gift box. The rose gold material was the epitome of luxury, and it looked anything but gaudy on the man’s cold, pale wrist. Instead, it highlighted his calm and noble aura. The watch strap was icy, but her fingers were warm, burning his heart.

Just as Ling Luo was about to pull her hand away, Di Yu quickly grabbed it. He interlaced his fingers with hers, locking them together.

Ling Luo stiffened. She instinctively pressed her other hand against his shoulder. “It is getting late. I am going home. You should get some rest too.”

“It is not even ten o’clock yet. It is still early.” Di Yu leaned closer to her, stopping only when there were ten centimeters between them. He could clearly see his own reflection in her eyes.

Thump, thump, thump!

Her heart rate spiraled out of control, beating in a frantic rhythm. Ling Luo leaned her head back, her lips trembling. “Uh, well, do you like the gift?”

Di Yu’s eyes darkened as he drew closer again. Ling Luo’s heart jumped. She immediately covered his lips with her hand. Di Yu opened his eyes in confusion, his brow furrowing slightly as if asking silently: Why?

Ling Luo took the initiative to kiss his forehead and immediately stood up. “I need to focus on my exams now! You cannot disturb me. If I miss you, I will take the initiative to find you!”

Everything was settled! I managed to leave easily this time as well. Ling Luo smiled as she walked away.

The man sitting on the sofa remained dazed. The kiss on his forehead had been very light and soft. It was the first time she had ever taken the initiative to kiss his forehead.

Does this mean she cherishes me? Di Yu felt a secret sense of joy.

Butler Yu only entered after Ling Luo had left. Seeing the Young Master on the sofa with a shy expression on his cold face, the butler doubted his own aging eyes.

“Young Master, has Miss Ling returned home?”

“Yes.” Di Yu regained his composure, his voice turning cold and indifferent. He stood up to go upstairs, touching his forehead with his fingertips as he walked.

In Butler Yu’s eyes, Ling Luo was like a little sun that had forcibly broken into the Young Master’s dark heart. A reunion between childhood friends was truly the best story! Butler Yu then instructed the servants to clear the table.

Three days later.

Ling Luo arrived at Xincheng Technology for work. The Male Lead had gone to a meeting early in the morning and would not finish for another twenty minutes, so Ling Luo checked her tasks at her desk. The Male Lead had a very full schedule. He worked with high intensity and was very driven.

Once Ling Luo finished verifying his schedule, she looked up and saw the Male Lead entering. She immediately stood up.

“Hello, President Lin. I am the new Executive Assistant, Ling Luo.”

Lin Zhouci paused when he saw the new assistant, feeling that she looked somewhat familiar.

“Mhm,” he responded indifferently.

He truly lived up to his role as the Male Lead. He had upright features and exuded an aura of stern righteousness. Ling Luo’s mind suddenly flashed to Di Yu’s face, a face so handsome it was almost sinful, and her heart skipped a beat. Di Yu’s gaze was often gloomy and obsessive. It was far too eerie.

She quickly entered her work state, accompanying Lin Zhouci in and out of the meeting room and organizing the minutes.

That evening, she attended a banquet with Lin Zhouci, which was filled with influential figures from the new energy sector. To secure a major deal worth two hundred million, Lin Zhouci chatted with several CEOs for a long time, drinking until he was dizzy.

Ling Luo had prepared honey water in advance. She supported the drunken Lin Zhouci and found a place for him to sit.

“President Lin, you will feel much better after drinking some honey water.” She pulled out a miniature pink thermos, unscrewed the lid, and handed it to him.

The man’s fair cheeks were flushed, and his pupils were out of focus from the alcohol. After a moment, he recovered and took the thermos. He said softly, “Thank you.”

“This is all part of my job, President Lin. There is no need to be so polite.”

“Mhm.”

Lin Zhouci tilted his head back and took a sip. The honey water was warm. He was momentarily stunned, then continued to drink. Clenching the mini thermos, the corners of his mouth twitched into a subtle smile. “How much was this thermos? I will reimburse you.”

“This thermos was specifically prepared to hold honey water for you, President Lin.”

“Oh, is that so?”

“How do you feel now, President Lin?”

“A little better.”

After drinking the warm honey water, his stomach felt cozy, and his alcohol-numbed nerves slowly began to recover. His mind cleared slightly. Lin Zhouci frowned. “Wait here for a moment.”

“President Lin, where are you going?”

“The men’s restroom.”

“It might be inconvenient for you in this state. I will help you over there.” Ling Luo stood up voluntarily.

“No need.”

Lin Zhouci felt that this new assistant was exceptionally enthusiastic and capable, but he really needed to go to the restroom right now. “Just wait here for a while.”

“All right then.” Ling Luo did not insist.

She took her phone out of her bag to check the schedule. When she looked up, she caught a glimpse of a familiar figure. A tall man in a well-fitted suit was surrounded by a group of powerful businessmen.

That face, handsome enough to ruin the lives of all who saw it, was as cold as frost. His tightened jawline hinted at his displeasure.

Ling Luo lowered her head in a panic. Her eyes darted around, and she immediately ran toward the ladies’ restroom.

Why is Di Yu at this banquet too?

Fortunately, she had noticed him in time to avoid being caught by him! If he had called out to her in front of everyone, their private relationship would have been exposed. That would make it very difficult to capture the Male Lead.