【The Tiger's Amorous Encounters】(The End) Author: Qiu Lin

Author: Qiu Lin
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Main Text Prologue

In a time of economic downturn, three business geniuses rose to prominence, holding leading positions and
building their own business empires to realize their ambitions.

It is said that whatever they desired—whether it was a project they secured or a profit they desired—they
obtained it effortlessly , pocketing it with ease. Their ruthlessness, precision, and speed in the business world were renowned,
and companies seeking to cooperate with them pulled out all the stops. Because a single collaboration could secure the entire year's profits, eliminating the need
for further business.

However, being their enemy was a terrifying prospect. With a single move, they
could bankrupt you overnight, leaving you destitute and ruined. Therefore, wise people knew to strive for
opportunities to cooperate with them, while the few who overestimated their abilities and opposed them completely disappeared in the treacherous business world,
unable to rise again.

Because of their influence in the business world and their individual net worth of hundreds of millions, they were dubbed the "
Golden Three Tigers."

However, for some reason, one of them was outwardly their enemy, publicly refusing
to be mentioned alongside them. Those who bestowed the title, to avoid provoking this formidable figure, changed
their name to the "Golden Business Tigers."

But privately, however, they were still referred to as the "Golden Three Tigers."

These three individuals are:

Jiang Chengji: a half-Chinese, half-Japanese man, whose Japanese name is Morino Takuzawa, thirty years old, with a cold and ruthless personality,
exuding an icy aura, the president of the Morino Group, and one of the behind-the-scenes figures of Yangli Jewelry International Company;
he dislikes women. They held them in very low regard, even to the point of keeping their distance.

Lin Ziyang: Twenty-eight years old, of mixed Chinese and American descent, an illegitimate child, the president of the Opal family business sent to
Taiwan . Because his business started in jewelry, he and Yangli are outwardly competitors,
but secretly they are best friends. Lin Ziyang is gloomy and ruthless, a handsome and charming
playboy . Although he enjoys being surrounded by women, he never gives his heart or makes promises; parting amicably is
his principle in relationships.

Shen Tianqing: Thirty years old, general manager of the Senye Group, and also president of Yangli Jewelry International Company. He
co-founded this jewelry company with Jiang Chengji. Bao Company. A gentle and humorous man, seemingly nonchalant on the surface, but actually
cunning and shrewd. He has a deep passion for jewelry, a hobby unknown to many. Opening a jewelry company
is, in a way, fulfilling his dream. He holds a detached attitude towards women.

The three men have achieved extraordinary success in the business world, possessing outstanding looks and unmarried status. This has created a frenzy in high
society , with all women captivated and hoping to gain his favor. Therefore, wherever Gold
Tiger goes, he causes a sensation and becomes the focus of conversation in high society!

Chapter One:

This is a grand business banquet, attracting a galaxy of dignitaries, a truly magnificent occasion . Unprecedented, solely because the organizer
is the Opal Group. This multinational corporation, headquartered in the United States, wields influence worldwide.
Their business is diversified; any profitable industry becomes their target.

Therefore, from finance and securities, information technology and electronics, the internet, aviation, tourism, insurance, shipping, jewelry,
chain department stores, restaurants, hotels, and auto parts—virtually any achievable and promising money-making
business—they encompass it all. Their infiltration is so subtle that one feels the absence of Opal would fundamentally impact
a nation's economy.

Because Opal represents the backbone of a nation's economic rise and fall . A pillar of strength, especially in
the United States , its existence is indispensable. Its influence is so great that even the government must treat it with respect, as
its wealth and power far exceed that of the government, even controlling the entire US economy. Even the US Secretary of Economy
must consult it on economic policies and directions, and in times of crisis or other emergencies, it relies on their help and
instructions to resolve problems.

It is said that anyone wanting to run for president must obtain their support, because once they have their
explicit endorsement, it's tantamount to being elected. In times of global economic downturn, only they have the ability
to create economic miracles, and even the best economic talent is concentrated in their companies.

Furthermore, the government must borrow talent from them to acquire a group of competent economic professionals. Although what
they lend are merely third-rate talents from OPA, these third-rate talents
are considered top-tier by most companies. Therefore, the elites in their companies not only refuse to hold important positions in the government,
but also disdain to take such a role. This is because within OPA, they enjoy a system with
better , and the challenges they face are incredibly rewarding.

Since they are surrounded by the most brilliant and capable business geniuses—the elite of the elite—
it's no surprise that their top leadership is also exceptional. The group is comprised of many prominent figures, especially their president, a
formidable and highly respected elder statesman. Even at seventy, he
remains remarkably astute and wise, far surpassing the younger generation.

However, recent years have seen unpredictable and volatile changes at the top, suggesting an impending storm.
A power seems to be brewing within the group. Such powerful families, vying for
control, inevitably engage in ugly power struggles and
backstabbing tactics.

The current president, Wilson Douglas, is a man who enjoys chasing money... A man of power
, his ambition expanded his business empire to an astonishing scale. At the age of thirty-five, he
used various means and his own strength to defeat other excellent candidates vying for the Opal CEO position,
and has remained firmly in the position ever since. No one has been able to dethrone him because his
leadership .

With fame and fortune came, of course, a multitude of beautiful women. Every woman wanted to rise to the
top , regardless of their social standing; as long as they caught Wilson's eye and slept with him, they were guaranteed...
Possessing a lifetime of inexhaustible wealth and luxury, let alone being his official wife,
many women would still flock to him simply to be his woman, even without any title or status.

Wilson was an extremely shrewd and capable businessman who knew how to manipulate people. Naturally, he wanted a wife who could
help his business and had a strong backing. Therefore, his wife had to come from
a family with a firm political position and considerable power, allowing him to reign supreme in the business world with even greater impunity.

After three or four decades of hard work, he succeeded. During this time, he had numerous wives and concubines, but
only ten women were allowed into his household. Of course, only those who could help his business were eligible. There were also
mistresses women—so many that even he himself could hardly remember them all.

And only the ten women he acknowledged were truly qualified to bear his children.
Anyone else who dreamed of bearing a child to gain his favor was delusional, because he would never acknowledge them,
not even his own children.

So, he may have many illegitimate children, and many others may try to take advantage of him,
but he has never acknowledged any of them. He would never allow greedy women to use such means to obtain
his money and support. He has given them everything they are entitled to, and they will
not .

Once someone breaks the rules, don't blame him for being ruthless. He has clearly stated his rules: if someone
violates them, he will not hesitate to tell them to get out. But… only her…

Wilson sat in his study, his thoughts already turning back to the girl he met twenty years ago
. The man standing before him now was his only acknowledged illegitimate child. If it weren't for her, he might
never have been able to step into the Douglas family home, let alone gain his private recognition.

The other illegitimate children were not as lucky as him. However, Lin Ziyang did not initially want this kind of luck.
If it weren't for his mother, he wouldn't have cared about it at all, because his own talent was enough for him to dominate the business world
. This was also the reason why the old president sent him to Taiwan as the CEO.

Wilson's sharp gaze swept over him. He looked so much like her, with a handsome, delicate face. His
large eyes and long, thick eyelashes were exactly like hers, reminding him of how those eyes had once
looked at him with such loving light. His two bold, well-defined eyebrows were the only masculine
feature on his overly feminine face, subtly revealing his unyielding nature. Combined with his high nose
and full lips, he had a strikingly handsome face.

He knew that although Ziyang's appearance was a blend of his and hers, his personality was exactly the same as his, which was what
he loved most. Although he didn't say it aloud, his performance made him increasingly satisfied and appreciative. He was truly
worthy of being his son, especially since he was born to the only woman he loved. Coupled with his outstanding performance,
he was even more inclined to pass the CEO position to him and entrust him with the management and operation of Opal,
giving him full power.

Although Lin Ziyang is only thirty years old, he is an absolute business prodigy. He possesses a meticulous and sharp
mind, quick wit, and extraordinary business acumen. Coupled with his ruthless and merciless
methods and cunning personality, he is like a fierce and merciless tiger in the business world, capable of
devouring his prey without hesitation, and has never failed.

This kind of powerful talent is what Wilson admires most. He has naturally heard of Lin Ziyang's
achievements in the Taiwanese business world. From the development of the group he manages and the jewelry business in Taiwan, it is not difficult to see that
he is a very capable man. Fortunately, he is his subordinate, not his enemy; otherwise, he
would be a formidable opponent.

Looking at his acknowledged children, none were as outstanding as Ziyang to hold the position of
president . Nor did any of them possess the necessary ability and responsibility. Therefore, he naturally
held high expectations for him, hoping he would inherit the business. However, he revealed this intention to none. After all,
many around him were vying for the position. Even if he didn't consider them qualified for the presidency, it didn't
mean they lacked ability or wisdom.

However, compared to Ziyang, they were indeed slightly inferior. He intuitively felt that to propel
the Opal Group to even greater heights amidst this economic downturn, it required
a natural leader like Ziyang, with his forward-thinking vision, accurate judgment, and decisive execution.

He also knew about Ziyang's numerous romantic escapades despite his unmarried status. Although his private life didn't
affect his work, he felt Ziyang was of marriageable age. Since there wasn't a woman he wanted to
settle down with, using marriage to aid his career, like himself, would be a win-win
solution.

This is also why there's a huge business banquet being held downstairs now. He called Ziyang back from Taiwan so he
could meet the bride he'd arranged for him. Of course, he could refuse, but…
a sly smile crept onto his lips.

"I think you've thought it through, haven't you?" "Shouldn't I be grateful you've given me this opportunity
to meet my bride before the wedding? So I don't end up not even knowing what my wife looks like?" His
cold tone carried a clear hint of sarcasm.

A flicker of displeasure crossed Wilson's shrewd eyes. This kid could be so arrogant and rude at times that he
really wanted to teach him a lesson. He knew Ziyang hated him. He didn't want to acknowledge him as his father at all, only because
he had never fulfilled his responsibilities as a father, causing Ziyang so much suffering outside, before finally taking him out of an old
orphanage . That year, Ziyang was fifteen.

Of course, he was mature enough by then to recognize the cruel and ruthless dark side of society.
Furthermore, his mother's dying wish was that he promise his father that if his father came looking for him, he must return with him. Therefore, he
silently accepted his father's arrangements and underwent a series of rigorous training sessions, equipping him with the resources to
strategize . At least after finding his father, he had made amends materially.

His only regret was not being able to take good care of his mother, after all, she was the woman he cared about most in his life.
"If it weren't for Jiajia's sake, I would have definitely taught you a lesson for your rudeness towards me."
"Is that so?" Lin Ziyang raised an eyebrow, casting a defiant glance at him, completely ignoring his threat.

"I don't think you've had any right to lecture me all these years, besides giving me the money I deserve."
"You..." This brat always managed to drive the usually calm and collected man to the brink of madness. Luckily,
it was always just a near miss, otherwise he might have actually fallen for the kid's trick.

Gripping the smooth end of his cane, made of fine ebony, he suddenly smiled strangely,
his expression instantly becoming calm. "Words won't get you anywhere, William. I know exactly
what you want. I think I have something you desperately desire. You wouldn't be so foolish as to give it away to someone else, would you
?" He didn't care at all about the English name his mother had given him, even though he disliked it.
But he needed an English name when he traveled to various countries for business, so he just
used it. What he truly cared about and cherished was the Chinese name his mother had given him and his mother's surname.

"I think you understand perfectly well that I don't necessarily need your help to get
what . What I want, I will get; it's just a matter of time." His confidence and boastfulness
were not empty bravado, a fact Wilson knew very well, which was precisely why he favored him. "That's right,
but there's one saying you surely understand its meaning, isn't it? That is, time is money, especially in such a
competitive business world." "Of course I understand that, otherwise I wouldn't be standing here now, letting you
decide my marriage." Actually, he was a little surprised, because he originally thought he had to use his own strength to
get Opale, something he didn't care about at all. He would find a way
to get what he wanted, no matter what means he used. In fact, he had already planned everything, but he didn't expect that at this crucial moment, he
would want to help him, and the only condition was that he marry the bride he had chosen, completing a business alliance.

"William, you certainly know how to seize opportunities to climb the ladder." He nodded with satisfaction, because he believed
that to be a successful businessman, one must have the advantage of being good at seizing opportunities. Once an opportunity is missed,
business and profits will be lost.

He had already investigated and found that William's initial dislike for Opal had transformed into ambition and
a predatory eye. The reason was simple: he believed he had the ability and strength to own such a large multinational
corporation. His ambition was to build his own business empire, and Opal was the most suitable
shortcut for him to expand his ambitions. In particular, he himself believed he was qualified to obtain it. Therefore,
he had painstakingly planned a whole scheme to acquire it over the past few years.

He believed that William would eventually obtain what he wanted through his own abilities, but he didn't know how long it would
take , and the changes in the market during that time were too astonishing to
be successful smoothly according to his plan.

"I believe you can climb to the CEO position based on your own abilities and strength. However, Opal
is not an ordinary conglomerate; it's one of the top companies in the world. Just
dealing with complex and treacherous personnel will be exhausting. Without my help, even getting onto
the main board would be extremely difficult." "It is indeed very challenging, but it gives me a great sense of
accomplishment . However, as you said, I'm not a fool. If someone offers me something I want,
why would I refuse? Besides, I currently only hold three percent of the shares." Although that three percent is
enough to make him a billionaire,

he doesn't care about that money at all; that's not what he wants. "What I want to build is
a business empire that can stand proudly in the world. I have many plans and dreams for it. If you help me,
I can put all my energy and attention into it." "Hahaha!" Wilson suddenly burst into
laughter. "Good, very good. I'll give you a year to be the acting president of Opal. I'll
entrust you with all matters and make you fully responsible for them. If you can meet my
standards , then I will announce that you will officially take over as president after one year. What do you think?" "No problem."
"Good, I have high hopes for you. I'll give you 10% of the shares, making you eligible to join the board of directors. If
you can take Opal to a higher level and transform it within five years, I will unconditionally
give you all the shares." "It's a deal!" A predatory and determined light
flashed .

"It's a deal!" Wilson was pleased that things were going according to plan. Indeed, William was an
exceptionally talented individual, but being young, he lacked the experience and maturity Wilson possessed. Therefore, William
was no match for him.

He felt that choosing William as his opponent was the right decision. This kid
was more fulfilling than any investment he had ever pursued or planned, because he was a rare and formidable
opponent. Only William could barely compete with him, because in his heart, he was
the only , and any opponent willing to challenge him should feel incredibly
honored.

Lin Ziyang didn't miss a thing about his smugness and arrogance. Did he
not know what this old fox was thinking? At least half of his blood flowed in his veins, although he always disdained to admit it, but the fact
remained. To defeat this old man, one must know oneself and one's enemy to achieve victory in every battle.

"Fine, let him be smug. I don't want to say anything more to him. As long as he gets what he wants,
he can prove to everyone who looks down on him how remarkable Lin Ziyang is. Then, he
will make all those who mistreated him regret it deeply.

" "William, what are you still standing here for?" Wilson suddenly shouted. "Since we've already
agreed, why don't you go down and meet your future bride?" Lin Ziyang completely ignored his attitude
and didn't comment on his words. He simply nodded and turned to leave.

After he opened the door and left, Wilson's expression became extremely sad. He murmured to himself,
"Jiajia, you gave me an extraordinary child. If he weren't truly so outstanding, I would hardly have given him
this opportunity to get what he so desperately wants. I just hope that this marriage I arranged will..."
"I want him to not follow in my footsteps. Now I realize that standing in this lonely, high position is
not what I truly wanted. But it's all too late. I've already lost you. I only hope
that the arrangements I'm making now will bring happiness to our son, so that when I see you again, I can tell you without shame that
I have finally fulfilled my responsibilities as a father."

Lin Ziyang had never imagined that he would fall for a girl he had just met, especially since she
seemed so innocent and delicate. The confusion and helplessness in her eyes deeply moved him.

Coincidentally, she was his future bride, the one his father had chosen for a marriage alliance.
He had initially thought that a pampered heiress like her wouldn't be willing to marry him. After all, his status as an illegitimate child was
n't exactly honorable, and few heiresses from prominent families would be willing to stoop to such a status. The fact that this
only daughter agreed to marry him without any protest truly surprised him. He wondered
what conditions that old fox had offered to persuade her to marry her daughter to an illegitimate son.

Because he knew that Leming... Hawking was the only business
empire , and given that Hawking's wife was from British aristocracy, her lineage was even more noble. Logically,
there was no need for her daughter to be forced to marry him, a son of a disreputable illegitimate child!

Just as he was feeling puzzled, his father gave him instructions: after assuming the position of acting president, he should first
provide financial assistance and all necessary aid to the Hawking Group, and then explain to him that the Hawking Group was facing internal cash flow problems due to excessive bad debts caused by the economic
downturn . He then realized that, looking at
American companies today, only the Opal Group had the financial resources and strength to help
them overcome their difficulties.

"So, without Opal's help, you'd face a major corporate crisis?"
Hmph! So this was why they were willing to marry their daughter to him, their illegitimate son. But he didn't understand
why that old fox would agree to something that wasn't beneficial to him.

Something was wrong! This was definitely very wrong! He frowned, disliking this strange
situation, because it was far more complex than he had imagined. It seemed he had underestimated that old fox, but
why find anything amiss?

"That's right!" Laiming said. Hawking understood perfectly well that the arrogant young man standing before him
had every reason to be so. His eyes gleamed with a sharp light,
and Coupled with his renowned reputation in Asian business circles, even Hawking, despite his dissatisfaction, couldn't help but
feel a touch of admiration.

In the cutthroat world of business, knowing oneself and one's enemy is crucial for victory. Therefore, before
accepting the marriage proposal, Hawking had thoroughly investigated Lin Ziyang. This
arrogant young man, though not yet thirty, possessed an incredibly calm and sharp mind. Even a cunning
old fox might not be able to gain any advantage against him. Hawking believed that having him as a son-in-law
was his good fortune!

For him, aside from ability, lineage was not an issue. It was only because his wife, born into nobility
, had reservations that they wouldn't have had to send their daughter away if they weren't facing a genuine crisis.

"Young man, although I really need your help, you also need to rely on my wife's
aristocratic background to break into British high society. This abundant business network is the condition for the exchange, and I
don't think you're losing out." Even if she admired him and thought he had the right to be arrogant, he was still a
veteran in the business world for many years. How could she allow a junior to look down on him? Where would his face be?

To her surprise, Lin Ziyang only raised his thick eyebrows slightly and noncommittally shifted his gaze to
the woman . Her exquisitely sculpted face had a faint blush, making her look very attractive. She had a straight nose,
full and red lips, and her pure and flawless golden eyes were shining with a shy light.

He noticed that she wasn't like other women who deliberately dressed up or wore heavy makeup. Her
beauty ; her figure was curvaceous, her legs were long and shapely, and her skin was like porcelain—she was breathtakingly beautiful. She
wore a knee-length Saint Laurent chiffon dress with gold embroidery, which complemented the color of her eyes, making her even more captivating.

Her long, golden hair, reaching her waist, cascaded down, shimmering under the light, making her look like a
celestial being descended to earth. He suddenly felt that having such a beautiful wife was a good choice.
Her innocent and shy gaze had already deeply attracted him.

From the first moment he saw her, he felt a strong possessive desire for her. He understood that familiar
feeling of being moved—a purely masculine sensation. No woman had ever made him
feel this way at first sight. Even if others tried to explain this feeling as love, he didn't care. He knew himself
perfectly well that his feelings for her were simply pure desire!

However, no woman had ever so quickly ignited his intense, possessive desires
. His greatest ambitions and dreams lay in the business world; women were merely a diversion,
a game he could stop at any time, outside of his pursuit of money and power. He enjoyed the feeling of control and disliked any unexpected events.

Therefore, his female companions rarely stayed longer than three months before being dealt with amicably, adhering to his
principle ." Even some greedy and self-important women, believing themselves to be special and
hoping to hook him, could be quickly brought to reality by him.

After all, he detested women who were oblivious to reality and clung to him relentlessly. He knew perfectly well that
many women with striking looks and considerable wealth were willing to jump into his bed, all
for something—fame, fortune, or something else—invariably driven by a greedy pursuit of material possessions.

But that didn't mean they genuinely accepted his status as his illegitimate son. Even if they didn't say it outright, their eyes
and body language spoke volumes. The high-society events he had to attend for work were filled with
elegant ladies and heiresses, and their hypocrisy disgusted him. They feigned sophistication in their interactions
with him, but in bed they were nothing but lewd and greedy. How could they
be any more noble than him, his illegitimate son?

They despised him, and he looked down on them. He knew their relationship was based solely on mutual benefit.
For him, women were merely objects to satisfy his desires. Of course, he tried his best
to meet their needs and showered them with affection, but this affection had a time limit. After that, they would part
ways, and if they persisted, he would be ruthless.

In the realm of romance, everyone knew he was a womanizer, but in reality, he had recently grown tired of
this game of pure lust. He found women with different faces but the same character increasingly
unbearable and irritating.

His future bride, however, was like a breath of fresh air, instantly attracting his attention and
rekindling sense of excitement. He began to believe that this marriage wasn't as repulsive
and abhorrent as he had initially thought; on the contrary, he was extremely interested in her.

"May I ask what the name of my beautiful future bride is?" When he received
his father's order to return to America for the arranged marriage, he was filled with anger and resentment. He had never considered
marriage; his wild heart could never settle down. He couldn't accept his father's arbitrary decision regarding his future
partner and life, and in his rage, he
tore the bride's information his father had faxed to shreds.

"I..." Lissie was about to answer his question when a sudden voice answered for her,
making her flinch.

"She is Lissie Hawking. It's ridiculous that she doesn't even know her own bride's name!"
It was hard to imagine that such a sharp and sarcastic voice came from the mouth of Ina Ferdinand, a descendant of nobility. This
clearly showed how dissatisfied she was with this marriage, or rather,
how .

He didn't care at all. He had seen that contempt in too many people's eyes, yet he inexplicably
cared about his future wife's opinion. He stared intently at her, only to notice a flicker of…
sadness ? Good heavens! He must be mistaken. Why did she show
a look of helpless sadness and fear when her mother introduced her name? It was as if she couldn't accept the name at all.

But that expression vanished quickly, so quickly that he almost thought it was all just his imagination.
He truly began to feel that everything was strange. Was this woman not as innocent and naive as she appeared
? Or just another scheming woman?

If so, her disguise and acting skills were too superb. However, he believed he wasn't wrong.
Based on his years of observation and experience, he thought this woman could never possess such exquisite acting skills.
If he couldn't even see through women, how could he possibly win business opportunities with his keen observation and judgment
?

But the emotions in her eyes were too clear for him to ignore. What was going on?
Everything unfolding before his eyes gave him a sense of conspiracy. He looked at the people in front of him, thinking to himself, "
These people are really something, daring to scheme against me?"

Fine! Very well! Let him play along. If this woman behaved herself, he could consider
getting along with her, but if she dared to play any tricks, then she shouldn't blame him for being ruthless. As for the others, if
he really discovered they were plotting against him, he would repay them one by one after he got what he wanted
.

"Is that so?" Lin Ziyang merely glanced at her sideways, his gaze still fixed on Li Xue'er. "Li
Xue'er , do you think it's ridiculous that I don't know your name?" Li Xue'er simply shook her head,
remaining silent. Under his probing gaze, she lowered her head, unable to meet his eyes with a clear conscience, because she
knew she had deceived him. This man was dangerous. His sharp eyes seemed to see right through her,
fixed on her intently, making her uneasy.

The moment she saw him, her heart began to pound uncontrollably. His well-defined muscles and
tall, slender figure gave him an air of refined elegance. His deep, dark eyes gleamed with a wicked light,
and the suggested he had seen through everyone's hearts.

He exuded a deadly, alluring charm. His shoulder-length hair was neatly
tied back, giving him a refined yet sinister air. But to mistake him
for The wicked look in his eyes was merely a facade; his true
nature lay in a subtle, shrewd intelligence.

Such a charismatic man was also incredibly dangerous. What would happen if he discovered she was
an imposter ? She dared not even imagine the consequences.

She truly didn't understand why Lixue'er wouldn't marry him. Was it all just because he was an illegitimate child? The
thought darkened her expression. She understood that her
situation—being forced to conceal her true identity and participate in this deception—was entirely due to her status as an illegitimate daughter. Therefore, she shouldn't be surprised. It was

truly pathetic. Not only could she not be herself, but she was also forced to marry this man in place of her half-sister, simply
because her sister had run away from home with a gardener to pursue her own happiness. To avoid jeopardizing her father's
business and protecting the company, she had to resort to this substitution, until she found Lisher.

But she knew that a marriage based on deception could never be happy. What hurt even more was that Ina
implied that her status as an illegitimate daughter was a perfect match for him, an illegitimate son. What was she still pretending for?
The Hawking family had raised her for so many years; shouldn't she take this opportunity to repay their kindness?

But what moved her was her father, who had rarely paid attention to her before. This usually proud man, for the first time,
pleaded with her in a humble voice. She couldn't bear to see the company collapse, so she reluctantly agreed to this marriage based on
deception .

But when she saw him in person, she felt a strange flutter in her heart. She knew she shouldn't yearn for something that wasn't hers
, yet she couldn't help but hope. If this was truly the life she had to live, then even if
it wasn't in her name, she wanted to find a brief happiness of her own, true to herself.

Chapter Two

: "Since my future bride has no objections, then let's dance first!" Lin Ziyang
held out his hand in front of her, forcing Lizzie to look up at him.

"How about it? Would you do me the honor?" His soft voice involuntarily bewitched her, and she unconsciously...
She gave him a sweet, shy smile, then gently placed her hand in his large one.

"Mmm." She nodded quickly, not wanting to embarrass him. She wanted to please him as much as possible to make up for
her deception, so that her heart could feel a little better.

She told herself that this was the only thing she could do; she absolutely couldn't let him lose face, and she absolutely had to play
the role of his wife well, otherwise, how could she face her conscience?

As Lin Ziyang led Lizzie towards the dance floor in the center of the hall, he heard his father's satisfied laughter and asked Lai Ming.
Hawking began preparing for the wedding, and a joyful smile couldn't help but appear on his lips, because this also marked
the beginning of his role as acting president.

Glancing down at the woman beside him, Lin Ziyang firmly believed that to gain anything, one must pay a price,
and willingly entering the shackles of marriage was the greatest price he was willing to pay to get his partner.

As they danced gracefully in each other's arms, all the guests slowly joined in. Being so close to him made
Lissie feel extremely uncomfortable, for she had never been so close to a man before, especially
the man she would spend her life with.

Lin Ziyang's eyes, both dangerous and alluring, appeared deep and captivating under the lights, almost drawing her into their
mesmerizing glow. She quickly composed herself and mustered her courage to ask, "Uh, are you... are you willing to accept this?"
"You mean the arranged marriage?" What a shy little thing! He had never imagined he would meet
such an innocent and obedient girl, who was about to become his bride. She looked so young, with an innocent
face, a slender frame, and a petite figure—a delicate and pitiful sight. When she spoke to him,
he could easily sense her unease!

"Hmm." She nodded, took a deep breath to gather her courage, and continued, "I
heard... I heard you have many female companions in a place called Taiwan in Asia. I was thinking... I was thinking...
maybe you don't want to get married?" Her cautious yet slightly probing manner made Lin Ziyang tighten his
grip on her waist slightly. He raised an eyebrow at her, "So you mean you don't want to marry me?" Yes!
How could he not have considered her wishes? Perhaps she didn't want to enter into this marriage... Thinking of this possibility, he
felt a strange sense of anger and disappointment.

Damn it! What did he have to be angry about? Just because she didn't want to marry him? It was unbelievable how he
could react like this. If it weren't for the benefits the marriage could bring him, he wouldn't want to be tied down at all. Why was he
now concerned about whether she wanted to marry him?

"No." Seeing the flash of anger in his eyes, she quickly denied it, afraid of angering him,
"I was just afraid you didn't want to, so I..." She shook her head, not finishing her sentence.

But Lin Ziyang already understood what she meant. A wicked smile crept onto his lips,
and then using her long, thick blonde hair as cover, he moved his large hand freely, following his own desires, enjoying the delicate
, soft touch of her skin, unable to look away.

His sudden intimate gesture startled Lixie, who looked up in surprise. This intimate touch made her
stiffen unnaturally, waves of inexplicable electricity coursing through her limbs.

Good heavens! He…he was actually touching her? And in front of everyone! Even though she knew that in such
dim lighting, probably no one would see, and that some people on the dance floor were even bolder and more passionate,
she was still very uncomfortable.

“Uh! You…” She tried to speak, but was alarmed to find his face so close to hers.

“Relax, Lixie, you’re too tense.” He whispered reassuring words in her ear,
his hands showing no sign of stopping.

The warmth of his breath on her ear sent a tingling sensation through her. His deep, magnetic voice murmured softly, making
Lissie involuntarily relax and feel slightly intoxicated. She couldn't help but nestle into his strong, warm embrace, feeling
her whole body flushed.

"But, I..." "Shh! Don't worry, no one can force me to do something I don't want to do. You
can marry me without worry." He didn't know why he was going to such lengths to comfort her, but he just didn't want
to see her worried.

Hearing him say that, Lissie finally calmed down, nestling obediently in his arms, letting him lead
her through dance after dance, lost in a warm feeling that was both intimate and strange.

When she inadvertently looked up at him and smiled gently, he could no longer resist the alluring temptation before him. He extended his
hot tongue and lightly licked her white, jade-like earlobe, teasing her gently, making her tremble slightly.

Fortunately, he was there to support her; otherwise, she would have surely collapsed from her weak legs. His teasing left her defenseless
, his hands igniting a strange, unfamiliar desire within her.

Her intoxicated appearance deeply shocked him. Without hesitation, he lowered his head and seized her red lips,
his slippery tongue deftly darting into her mouth, its tip sliding between her teeth, claiming the sweetness of her lips, tasting
her timid, shy tongue.

He… he was actually kissing her so openly on the dance floor? She was stunned by his sudden passionate action
, her body stiffening abruptly; but his kiss made her involuntarily soften, and gasps escaped her lips.
As his kiss turned possessive and lingering, she naturally closed her eyes, savoring his passionate and ardent
kisses .

His captivating kisses, seductive teasing, and domineering possessiveness gradually stirred the desires and unfamiliar longings hidden deep
within
. A dizzying, unbearable restlessness spread throughout her body.

"Mmm..." Lissie had never known that a man's kiss could have such destructive power. Not only did it make
her heart race and her body go weak, but it also left her feeling lost and disoriented, forgetting where she was. If it weren't for
the pleasurable breaths escaping her lips, she probably would have remained hopelessly immersed in the web of love he had woven, forgetting
all boundaries .

Her small hands gently pushed him away, resisting his kisses. "No... many people are watching..." Lin Ziyang
slowly pulled away from her lips, his tongue lingeringly licking her swollen lips,
the burning heat startling her once more.

Before she could protest, Lin Ziyang had already raised his head, but a deep meaning flashed in his eyes at that moment.
He was quite surprised by her out-of-control behavior and looked down at her fiery red and beautiful face.

He had never felt such a strong desire while kissing a woman, a desire to take things further, to have her
body beneath him, to make her his. But she did it so easily; she made him want to taste
her sweet lips again and again, even to possess her body and soul… Her innocent reactions also made him realize that her purity would
belong only to him.

This thought gave him a faint sense of pride. He was determined to have her; no matter
the reason marriage, he would never let her go.

Taking her hand, he gently said, “Let’s go! Let’s go up on stage and announce our upcoming
marriage to everyone. Consider today our engagement dinner… as long as you don’t mind.” His initiative and
swift decisiveness made it impossible for Lissie to refuse. Their families had always planned for a marriage alliance; it was only
a matter of . Since it was a fait accompli, she had no power to change the outcome. And her true inner desires were something she couldn’t ignore; she had been captivated by

him from the very first moment she saw him .
His striking good looks were certainly one reason, but she could also see the shrewdness and intelligence gleaming beneath his
wicked gaze. The extraordinary aura he exuded
deeply captivated her, making it impossible for her to look away or look away. This feeling of love at first sight
made her irresistibly want to get closer to him and understand him.

Now, he was going to be her husband, spending every day with her, sharing her bed. How could she not feel
excited and joyful? She craved more of his attention and favor.

But for now, she was content with the status quo. Although he married her for business reasons,
it was precisely because of this that she had met him! One shouldn't be too greedy. Heaven had already allowed her to meet him,
even if she was just a substitute bride. She wanted to seize every opportunity and time she could spend with him.
After so many years of loneliness, let her grasp some happiness that belonged to her!

She only prayed that heaven wouldn't take it all back too quickly, because she had already met
a man who could stir her heart. Even though it was all borrowed, she was content, because she hadn't forgotten
Ina's instructions: to recognize her place and understand that everything she possessed was
temporarily lent to her by Lisher, and if she returned, she must immediately return it all.

They had already sent people to look for Lisher, who had eloped, and believed that she would eventually return obediently. Lisher
, who had never suffered hardship and had been pampered since childhood, would only run away with a penniless, handsome gardener because of a
momentary lapse of judgment; she would surely regret it in the end.

Of course, the Douglas family couldn't know about this, otherwise the Hawking Group's financial crisis would be
unsolvable . Not only would the group have to close down, but they themselves would be forced to live on the streets, no longer able to enjoy their luxurious and leisurely
life—something they couldn't accept.

Although Ina was deeply dissatisfied with the fact that Lin Ziyang was an illegitimate child, she was simultaneously
captivated by his title as acting president and his dazzling wealth. This is why she was planning for her daughter's future.
Reality was harsh; wealth was paramount. Her desire for Lixueer to have a wealthy husband was also
a selfish one .

Ina wasn't worried at all that Lixueer might not be able to get everything she wanted after her return, because she
wanted Lixueer to conceal her identity and sign the marriage certificate in Lixueer's place. Then, Lixueer would
be Lin Ziyang's legal wife, and she would be nothing more than a temporary substitute.
Once Lixueer returned, she would have to leave.

She couldn't refuse Ina's request; after all, she was an illegitimate child, and the Hawking family had been willing to raise her,
so she should be grateful. Actually, what she wanted wasn't these things; she craved the care and affection of family, something she could
never could only watch from the sidelines, never truly belonging.

Her existence was completely unknown to anyone. Although she and Lisher were not born to the same mother,
they looked remarkably alike, which was quite unexpected and surprising. Their striking resemblance was
entirely inherited from their grandmother, which was also quite magical. However, it was precisely because of this that she was able to
become Lisher's substitute bride, preventing the marriage from falling apart and leading to the Hawking family's irreversible
fate!

At the same time, she had to bear the burden of looking like Lisher, like someone swallowing a bitter pill, living
like an invisible person, without any friends, unable to live a normal life, living a lonely life. Even
her knowledge and education had to be provided by a private tutor. She had lived in the Hawking mansion from childhood to adulthood, without
any contact with the outside world.

Only when she could operate a computer could she meet some netizens and obtain new
information , but she still couldn't truly connect with the outside world because she dared not tell her
online friends her true identity or give them her photos, fearing they would mistake her for Li Xue'er,
after all, Li Xue'er was a frequently reported celebrity.

Therefore, she could understand the immense hurt and humiliation that Lin Ziyang's status as an illegitimate child brought him, because she
had experienced the same thing, but she absolutely could not let him know this.

Seeing that their marriage was a done deal, a hint of joy rose in her heart, but it was also mixed with
unease .

She only hoped that God would give her more time, more time to spend with him.

It was a grand and luxurious wedding banquet.

The banquet was held on the second floor of a famous five-star hotel, and the banquet hall was bustling with activity, so that
everyone could witness this successful marriage and let those with ulterior motives understand that Wilson Douglas
not only privately acknowledged Lin Ziyang as his son, but also publicly supported him as the acting
president .

On the surface, the occasion was joyous and celebratory, but beneath the surface lay a sinister atmosphere.
How could the media possibly miss such a major business event? Especially since the bride and groom were both prominent figures in high society.

Lin Ziyang's expression still held a wicked smile, but his eyes were filled with anger, for he had realized
he had been deceived! His observation skills, usually accurate and flawless, had been completely wrong; he had mistaken his bride
.

How could he have believed she was truly special because of the feigned shyness and innocence in her eyes?
It turned out she was nothing more than a skilled actress, and he was a fool who had been fooled by her superb acting!

Only now did he realize that his wife was a flamboyant and daring heiress
in high society. Her behavior that day was merely a ploy to gain his approval; in reality, her wantonness and seduction were unparalleled. The lewd looks and deliberate attempts to seduce . Although she feigned bewilderment and panic, he wouldn't fall for it again. If not for the stern expressions of his elders and the anger in his eyes, they would have pounced on him without hesitation. Very well! Daring to deceive him, she should be prepared to face the consequences! Lixie understood perfectly why Lin Ziyang was angry. She hadn't expected Lixie to have so many high-society playboy boyfriends… and their relationships seemed far from innocent. What should she do? Because the wedding banquet was an open-style buffet, every now and then, someone would deliberately act drunk and, under the guise of toasting, speak increasingly frivolous and inappropriately to the bride, even starting grope her, leaving Lissie nowhere to hide. Amidst the commotion, the media, of course, wouldn't miss this juicy gossip, relentlessly , almost driving Lissie to tears. Lin Ziyang's anger reached its peak at this moment; he grabbed Lissie's hand and started to walk out of the venue, but at that moment, some clueless guy stubbornly blocked their way. "Oh dear! Look at our groom, he's so impatient, trying to drag the bride away. They seem so in love, no wonder! Our Queen Lixue's taste is absolutely intoxicating." This seemingly sleazy playboy spoke in a very suggestive tone, his eyes lewdly glancing at her curvaceous figure. His words immediately drew laughter and disdainful whispers from the other men who had also been with Lixue. They all believed that Lixue was an unforgettable bed partner, so passionate and wanton, simply intoxicating to men. Anyone who had slept with her even once would cherish that unforgettable experience. Her family background—the Hawking Group—is one of the most financially powerful companies in the business world. Establishing a relationship with the Hawking Group would undoubtedly bring considerable benefits. Now, they've chosen to ally with Opal, who already wields considerable influence in the business world. This would likely benefit Opal even more, allowing them to expand their business opportunities in weaker regions. How could they not be envious and jealous? Therefore, given this mindset, they naturally felt compelled to humiliate this illegitimate son, as his position as acting president would hinder their business cooperation with Opal. After all, Wilson's children from his wives were the legitimate heirs, the only ones qualified to associate with them. They all graduated from the same university and had a good relationship. If they had a choice, they certainly wouldn't do business with an illegitimate child. Wilson's officially recognized children are the most qualified to inherit the Opal Group; why this illegitimate child, who appeared out of nowhere, enjoy all the benefits? Although Lixue'er wasn't exactly a good girl—frankly, just a promiscuous whore— they secretly despised her, yet didn't want to miss the chance to sleep with her. Her powerful family background was enough to make them turn a blind eye, but Lin Ziyang ruined their plans, so of course they wanted to humiliate him. Just as they were laughing loudly and sarcasticly, no one noticed when Lin Ziyang made his move. The foolish guy was instantly knocked to the ground with a single punch, and the scene fell silent. Lin Ziyang roughly dragged Lixue'er out, suddenly stopping at the entrance of the venue. His gloomy face terrified everyone present, and his cold gaze and tone were like sharp arrows piercing them. "I've written down everything that happened today. If I find out that even one photo or any report has been leaked, you'll have to bear the consequences." After uttering these harsh words to the reporters, he turned to the men who had been laughing arrogantly and said, "And you'll be waiting for my 'surprise.' I guarantee this surprise will teach you to think twice before you speak in the future." Lin Ziyang arrogantly pulled Lixie away. His status as an illegitimate child had caused him great harm, but he was not one to be bullied or taken advantage of. Therefore, he would retaliate severely against anyone who challenged him, teaching those who dared to humiliate or anger him a lesson! Perhaps because he wasn't very famous in the American business world, they dared to provoke him. He didn't mind taking action against these people first, giving him, the acting president, a good opportunity to become famous. In the Taiwanese business world, everyone knows he's a formidable figure, fearing and respecting him to the core. No one dares to provoke him; doing so would be tantamount to suicide. Now, in the even larger marketplace of America, he'll unleash his formidable power, forcing these outcasts who look down on him to submit and bow down in submission. Currently, his primary concern is the woman he's dragging along. Her deception is the root of his anger. The thought that she, whom he initially believed to be as innocent as an angel, is actually a liar is unbearable! He's not a man who demands his wife be a virgin, but he absolutely cannot tolerate deception. It's what he hates most and cannot accept. Returning to the honeymoon suite booked just moments before the wedding, he wonders why still manages to maintain such an innocent expression. Especially the evening gown she wore for the wedding banquet, which accentuated her beauty, making her incredibly sexy and alluring. She looked stunning, and he desperately wanted to possess her immediately. His desire flared up at this thought. He then realized that his anger stemmed from the fact that her exquisite curves and graceful body had been touched by other men. Thinking of this, he couldn't help but feel even angrier. What was there about a woman like her that he cared about ? Yet, he was deeply bothered by the fact that she had been touched by other men. Just thinking about those images haunted him. What angered him even more was that he still wanted her so much. Seeing the faint shadows of two roses on her chest made his dark eyes even deeper and more intense. Lissie desperately wanted to tell Lin Ziyang that she wasn't the person he thought she was; she wasn't nearly as bold and promiscuous as he believed.

She dared to have affairs with so many men, but she couldn't bring herself to say it. She could see from his eyes that he was
truly furious. He was dangerous and terrifying, making her heart pound.

As he strode towards her, Lissie couldn't help but take a step back, but he continued to
close in , leaving her no escape. He looked down at her, gripping her chin with one hand and tightly holding her
waist with the other, rendering her immobile. His cold words seemed to be forced out from between his teeth.

"I think I should let you know that I hate being deceived the most." "I..."
The icy aura emanating from him made Lissie tremble involuntarily. The deception she had
imagined was completely different from what he was talking about. That's why she couldn't help but
tremble; she simply couldn't imagine what would happen if he discovered her identity...

"What? Tsk! I really didn't expect your acting skills to be so superb!" Looking at her face, which had turned pale with
fear , he couldn't help but laugh sarcastically. It seemed she still knew how to be afraid!

However, he wouldn't let her off the hook just because of that. Squinting at her bewildered and innocent
appearance, he felt even angrier. Why could she still pretend to be so innocent? And why couldn't he
stop ? He still wanted her so much.

"Ziyang? You...you listen to me, I didn't actually..." She struggled to explain
the unexpected situation at the wedding banquet, but he didn't give her a chance, angrily interrupting her.

"Didn't do anything? Didn't you sleep with every man you wanted? Stop acting. Even your lover
has come out and confessed. What are you pretending to be innocent for?" He looked her up and down with disdain, the
insulting gaze almost unbearable for Lissie. She really loved him, and he was now her
husband . How could she tolerate him looking at her like that?

"Ziyang, I know I shouldn't have embarrassed you in public, but their accusations aren't
true . I didn't actually..." She shook her head, trying to deny it, but he didn't give her a chance.

"Stop making excuses. If you had been honest with me from the beginning, even if you
slept with hundreds of men, I wouldn't be angry. But you deceived me, and you have to pay the price!" Damn it!
Why, even though he knew she was acting, that the sorrow and resentment in her eyes were all to gain his sympathy, did
his heart still clench?

"It's not like that, I'm not lying to you. Those people came to cause trouble on purpose. I didn't do anything inappropriate
with them, really… ah…" Lissie desperately tried to change the bad
impression . She knew that concealing her identity and marrying in place of another was a terrible thing to do, but she didn't want
him to misunderstand her as a bad woman.

She had already decided that if fate truly had to arrange things this way for her, then she would use this short time
to fight for her own happiness and joy. She knew the chance was slim, because the wife he called out, the wife he
considered was Lissie.

He didn't even know her real name, so how could he know that the person with him was actually Lissie? Even if
Lissie returned, he wouldn't find out, because she had promised her father to secretly
exchange ; she was merely helping her maintain the marriage for now!

However, she was indeed still a virgin, completely inexperienced in sexual matters. Even her first kiss was with him at the last
ball . Regardless, until Li Xue'er returned, she wanted to cherish this relationship and
get along well with Zi Yang. She didn't want him to look down on her; that was something she couldn't bear.

Thinking of this, she suddenly realized how deeply she had fallen for him.

But her painstaking explanation was rudely interrupted by Lin Zi Yang. He angrily threw her onto
the bed , then pressed her down, sealing her lips with a tight kiss. He didn't want
to hear those tiresome lies from her beautiful red lips anymore. She had already slept with so many men; one more wouldn't matter. Besides,
he was now her husband, and of course, he had the right to do so.

His desire for her was so intense, so intense, that it made him lose interest in other women. He believed that once he
possessed her, he would no longer be infatuated with her, and then he could easily treat her like
the other women he had dealt with before—mere tools for venting his desires. Don't expect him
to develop any feelings for a woman who was hypocritical, greedy, and whose words and actions contradicted each other. Thinking

of this, his gaze darkened further, his movements becoming impatient and rough. As she
tried to breathe because her red lips were sealed, he seized the opportunity to let his tongue fully penetrate hers, wantonly plundering
her sweetness… Chapter 3: Lissie felt her body was so hot… so hot… as if her whole body was on fire, but she had no idea how to dispel this strange feeling, especially when his large hands lingered on her chest, the terrifying heat became even more intense. Her hazy eyes held panic and helplessness. This genuine, shy reaction filled Lin Ziyang with doubt, but the lewd and insulting words spoken by the men at the wedding banquet flashed through his mind. This thought made him unwaveringly certain that she was still skillfully putting on an act. And he was certain he could make her reveal her true colors. The facts proved everything, didn't they? His kiss descended with a predatory force, his greedy lips eagerly taking her high, erect breasts into his mouth, sucking, biting, and licking with insatiable thirst. Her pink nipples stood even more proudly , blooming with desire like red flowers. His large hand forcefully grasped her other smooth, firm breast, feeling the soft, delicate skin with his palm. His fingers would occasionally linger on the pinkish-red peak of her breast, his skillful caresses arousing her desire, all to see her beg for mercy and pay the price for her deception. A slightly stinging yet tingling sensation surged through her, leaving her breathless and helpless, unsure how to react to the intense heat. Her small, helpless hands gripped his collar tightly, as if afraid that if she didn't hold on , she would fall into the abyss… “Ziyang…” she couldn't help but whisper his name. Her call and moan, accompanied by his caresses, escaped her lips unconsciously, feeling strange and awkward even to herself; yet, the waves of heat within her surged uncontrollably.

The soft moans in his ears fueled his desire even more. Gazing at
the pale his eyes burned with an unquenchable blaze of lust.

Her two erect, cherry-red breasts rose and fell with her breath, a sight that captivated his gaze
. He couldn't resist the temptation to kiss those alluring nipples again, forgetting his desire to tease and seduce her,
to force her to beg for his favor. He simply indulged in her sweetness.

His tongue deftly enveloped her tender flesh, sucking and nibbling at one nipple, while his large
hands never left the other, caressing and teasing it, sometimes gently scratching, sometimes kneading.

She involuntarily let out soft moans, unable to resist the pleasure coursing through her body. An unprecedented
, fiery pleasure coursed through her body. He had already roughly pulled her dress down to her waist, and
began to explore downwards from her chest, lifting her skirt. His bewitching fingers slid across her soft, fragrant belly skin,
then slowly probed into the inside of her velvety thighs, caressing every inch of her skin…

His touch was so intimate and bold that she couldn't help but stiffen, unable to imagine how he could be doing such passionate things to her in
such a private place, things she never even dared to dream of.

"No..." Her protest was silenced by his lips, which fell just in time. He
raised , placing them on his head, and then forcefully spread her legs with his knee, declaring his firm
possession.

Her resistance fueled his anger. "Do you need to put on an act in front of me? We both know
what kind of woman you are. Do you still need to feign modesty and refuse?" Rage overwhelmed his reason. The more she
pretended to be aloof, the more he wanted to subdue her and reveal her true, wanton nature.

So, he gave her no chance to argue, teasing her even more vigorously, determined to toy with her
until she completely surrendered and begged him before he would give her what she craved, even though he himself was
almost losing control.

Seeing her alluring and seductive beneath him, he felt an overwhelming urge to penetrate her deeply.

However, he could still restrain himself; he possessed extraordinary self-control, single-mindedly seeking her pleas for mercy and submission…

He kissed every inch of her skin, his hands igniting a wondrous, raging fire within her body, starting from the most sensitive and warm virgin area
between , burning with intense desire, causing her
to reach climax again and again under the teasing of his lips and tongue, almost fainting.

At the peak of passion, under his repeated deliberate teasing, she discovered an unknown
emptiness within her, leaving her bewildered, wanting something, yet, being inexperienced, she didn't know
what she truly desired, and could only subconsciously lick her lips.

Her unintentional movements only fueled his already pent-up desire. As his heat
rubbed against her sensitive spot, she could no longer control herself and begged for mercy…

Watching the face of the woman beneath him grow increasingly flushed, he smiled triumphantly, knowing he had successfully made her
crave him. Her pleas and pleas satisfied his male ego. At the same time, he felt
another intense, throbbing pain in his lower abdomen.

Only he knew that he had originally intended to teach her a lesson, to make her submit and beg for
his favor; but in reality, he was the one suffering. This feeling was extremely unpleasant. So, he
decided not to hesitate any longer and thrust his burning erection into her body without hesitation, breaking through the barrier he
thought no longer existed, penetrating deep inside…

Instantly, a sharp pain shot through Lissie's lower body, so intense that she didn't even have the strength to scream.

"No… it hurts so much… let go…" she whispered brokenly, her
muscles tense, instinctively resisting his intrusion.

Sensing her rejection, Lin Ziyang pressed closer, his excitement fueled by her tightness, heat, and embrace...
her softness and everything about her fueled his rising desire.

He created erotic melodies within her, dancing freely in her tight embrace...
the tightness, moisture, and warmth of her body excited him beyond words. He continued to move rhythmically within her embrace,
each thrust deeper and more intense...

He was immersed in his own climax, completely ignoring her feelings, until his desire was released...

Lin Ziyang looked regretfully at the bloodstains on the bed, remembering his rough possession and the
many hurtful things he had said. He felt terrible, unable to utter a word, because he had never made such a
terrible mistake before, yet now...

Gently wiping away the tears on Lissie's cheeks and the sweat on her forehead, he lay on his side looking at her, his eyes flashing with complex
emotions. It turned out that he had not only misunderstood her but also hurt her. He felt
guilty about his actions. In his entire life, he had never felt guilty towards anyone, but towards her… he
felt a deep sense of remorse.

“I’m sorry.” Only when she looked at him with surprised eyes did he realize that he had spoken his apology
. For him, apologizing to someone was an extremely difficult thing, yet
when he saw her innocent face with teary eyes, he apologized unconsciously, simply because he didn’t want to see her so
sad .

Gently stroking her hair, he said softly, “I didn’t know this was your first time… But I should also
blame myself for so easily believing what others said instead of trusting my own eyes.” His words carried a sense of
self- reproach.

Lissie felt a pang of sadness seeing him like this. She shook her head and said considerately, "No! It's not your fault.
They said it so convincingly, so many people said it, it's impossible not to believe them.
It's a normal reaction for you to believe them." Her thoughtfulness subtly earned him points with her, and his
affection for her grew even stronger. "Really? I never thought I'd let such outdated beliefs cloud my
judgment." "What?" Lissie looked at him, confused, unable to understand his words.

"Nothing, it's just a Taiwanese idiom." He explained casually, but it piqued her
curiosity and interest.

"It sounds quite interesting. I've heard that Chinese is very interesting, Ziyang, you must teach me
sometime ." She unconsciously flirted with him, her coquettish manner momentarily
captivating Lin Ziyang, because she looked so beautiful.

Lissie knew that although he was of mixed Chinese and American descent, he spent most of his time in Taiwan. She
believed he would return there someday. Since she was going to be his wife, she naturally wanted to
integrate into his life and learn his language and culture.

"What's the problem?" From her words and expressions, he knew she was deliberately ignoring
his to avoid embarrassing him. Judging from her coquettish demeanor, it seemed
she was content as long as he no longer misunderstood her as a promiscuous woman.

How could he not be moved by such an understanding, gentle, and considerate woman? Especially since she was
naked and actively nestled against him, it made his blood boil. He rolled over and covered her body, clasped his hands in hers,
gave her a wicked smile, and lowered his head, preparing to kiss her lips.

Before his lips touched her soft, swollen red lips, he saw the fear and
helplessness flash in her golden eyes. A pang of heartache rose within him, and he couldn't help but comfort her, "Shh! Don't be afraid, it won't hurt anymore."
Lissie felt deeply touched by his comfort, her beautiful face blossoming into a sweet smile,
her eyes radiating complete trust. "Mmm," she murmured, mustering her courage, casting aside her natural shyness, tilting
her chin up , and offering her lips to him, expressing her trust through her actions.

She was so beautiful that Lin Ziyang couldn't take his eyes off her. The trust in her eyes, and the coquettish innocence in her movements,
deeply moved him. He might be a playboy, enjoying the company of different women, but
that was all limited to bedtime companionship. To him, women were merely a diversion from his work!

Aside from accompanying him to business banquets where he needed a companion and having sex, he never allowed women
into his life. This was his principle: he would never develop any personal feelings for a woman, only for
unrestrained pleasure in bed!

And who understood women's greed, hypocrisy, and cunning better than him, a man who had tasted countless beauties?
Although he had met some good girls, he wouldn't be foolish enough to pursue them, because he knew that what he would give
was his heart, and he had no heart left to give.

But now, the woman lying beneath him was his rightful legal wife, and also the first
woman to move and touch his heart. No other woman had trusted him so completely in bed,
showing such genuine reactions, sincerely accepting his offerings, without any pointless calculations or schemes.

His suspicion flashed by, simply because he couldn't forget that she was the bride that old fox had chosen for him. He
didn't understand why that old fox would be so kind, willing to give him the position of acting president and
shares so he could enter the shareholders' meeting just because he accepted her?

Could it be… that even the woman beneath him was conspiring with the old fox to scheme against him? He knew perfectly well that
the old fox was planning something, but… after witnessing it firsthand, he was confused, unsure of
what to believe.

At least regarding her, he couldn't make any subjective judgments. He was, after all, a seasoned player in the game of love; what
kind of woman hadn't he seen and experienced? He trusted what he saw.

Having made this decision, his usually gloomy expression vanished, his facial features softening, and he gave her
a genuine smile.

His decision to follow his heart had captivated her; his smile made him
seem very different. She couldn't help but admire him, and the first adjective that instinctively came to mind
slipped out.

"Ziyang, you look so beautiful when you smile, you should smile more." Her words
instantly darkened Lin Ziyang's face. "Don't you dare say I'm beautiful." His sudden change of expression and violent shout startled
Lixie , who instinctively tried to move away, wanting to escape his grasp.

However, he pinned her down, even her hands were held, rendering her immobile. His
dark and frighteningly out-of-control appearance made her tremble uncontrollably. His eyes had become so...unfamiliar, a red mist
veiling them, making him look like he wanted to strangle her.

Lixie was terrified; tears instantly filled her eyes, but she held them back. "You
..." she stammered, unable to speak, her trembling body making Lin Ziyang realize his loss of composure.

He quickly calmed his surging emotions, then pulled her into his arms, gently stroking her
to soothe her. He could tell she was terrified.

Her words had touched a taboo in his dark heart, causing his uncontrolled reaction. He couldn't help but
sigh softly, apologizing to her again before explaining, "It's alright, Xue'er. I was just being dramatic.
Don't worry about it. I think my reaction was too extreme. Please forgive me." Seeing him return to normal,
Lissie finally relaxed. His unfamiliarity had made her feel extremely panicked and uneasy, but she
wasn't a fool. She knew his handsome appearance must have brought him much ridicule and trouble, leading her
to secretly blame those who mocked him, without realizing the unimaginable
ugliness hidden behind the scenes.

She secretly resolved never to discuss his appearance again and vowed that if anyone dared to use his
face as a weapon, she would not stand idly by and allow him to be ridiculed. So, she didn't take his
loss of control to heart at all, simply assuming it was his inability to bear the humiliation of being ridiculed, and didn't think much
of it.

"There's no such thing as forgiveness..." She suddenly reached out and hugged him, staring intently at him.
"Ziyang, it's my fault. I shouldn't have said that to you. After all, you're a grown man. How could I use the words used to describe
women on you? No wonder you were so angry." Lin Ziyang didn't say much about her naiveté.
It was for the best. Pure as she was, she wasn't suited to know too many cruel truths and realities of the world. Let
her remain forever innocent and kind! At least now that she was married to him, he would protect her for life,
ensuring she never knew the dangers and cruelty of the world. He wanted to protect her, to make her the only
beautiful .

"It's okay..." Unexpectedly, before he could finish speaking, she interrupted him with a very agitated tone
, leaving him somewhat bewildered, not understanding the source of her agitation.

"Who said it doesn't matter? From now on, not only am I forbidden from saying that in front of you, but no
one else is allowed to say it either. If they dare to make a fuss about your appearance, I will protect you and will never let them."
"They humiliated you." The seriousness in her eyes, the determination in her expression, and the indignation in her tone completely
stunned him.

For the first time, he felt his eyes welling up, as if something was stuck in his throat, preventing him
from speaking . He could only stare at her like a fool, feeling a
warm current flow through his cold heart, gradually warming him up.

Unable to express his emotions in words, he simply hugged the petite, beautiful
body , looking up at her. He was afraid he would lose control and burst into tears. No one had ever been able to move his
soul and touch his heart so deeply.

Since he was old enough to understand, Lin Ziyang had always believed that apart from his mother's love and protection,
no treat him so well. But look what God had given him! Just
when he had lost all hope in humanity, He had been given such a beautiful gift.

He cleared his throat before speaking to her in a slightly hoarse, emotional voice, "You want to protect me?" "Yes
, of course I want to protect... Ziyang?" She excitedly tried to look up at him, but he inexplicably pressed
her head down, resting his chin on top of her head to prevent her from moving.

"Hmm?" Lin Ziyang was still caught up in the emotion she had created, unable to recover his composure. He didn't want
her to see this unusual side of him, nor did he want her to see his vulnerability. Even she wasn't someone he
could completely trust. Showing his weakness to anyone was like giving them
a weapon to harm him—a survival rule he had learned over the years.

"Why are you holding me down?" Her question made him chuckle.

Only after he was sure that his emotions had returned to normal did he loosen his grip on her slightly. When he touched the two erect nipples on her smooth, creamy
breasts , his gaze suddenly became intense. The softness beneath him also aroused
a passionate reaction in his senses, and his burning eyes were filled with the light of excitement, stirring up a red tide of desire.

"Because I want you!" He could no longer resist the alluring beauty, lowering his head to kiss
the exquisite beauty , and whispered to her, "This time, I will definitely let you experience the taste of love." He knew that
because of his anger and deliberate torment and hurt, she had not experienced any pleasure in their first encounter, but
now that he had discovered her innocence as he had imagined, he shouldn't treat her like that anymore. She was like a delicate porcelain doll, slender,
sensitive, and fragile; she needed tenderness and care, not his emotional possession...

Just as his lips were about to touch hers, he saw fear and terror in her eyes, and her body
involuntarily stiffened, arching her back to resist his approach.

"Don't be afraid, I won't hurt you." He slowly kissed her lips, tenderly and sweetly awaiting her
response , igniting a flame of passion within her.

"Mmm..." he whispered gently, strangely soothing her heart, and his gentle caresses elicited
soft moans from her. She felt his kisses on her neck, gently caressing her; his tongue
slid between her neck and chest, arousing an unprecedentedly strong desire within her.

"Mmm..." She gradually leaned closer to him, unconsciously running her slender fingers through his thick
hair.

Seeing her reaction, he smiled with satisfaction, his burning lips moving downwards, then sucking on her reddened
nipples; he sucked on her tender buds, stimulating them with his lips and teeth, making them even more erect.

Lissie's whole body radiated a captivating blush, her face flushed with lust, stirring up a tidal wave in Lin Ziyang's
heart , his desire for her so intense that he let out a low, painful growl.

When his hand slid between her legs, she remembered the previous pain and began to flinch,
but he quickly whispered in her ear to comfort her, assuring her that he would give her a beautiful memory.

His gentle voice and caresses, along with his protective gaze, slowly unlocked her heart. She
looked at him with trusting eyes, relaxed her body, and slightly parted her legs, which had been tightly closed in fear. Her struggle to overcome her fear
warmed Lin Ziyang's heart. He didn't immediately take advantage of her, but patiently teased
the warmth and wetness , wanting her to experience pleasure first.

Then, he slowly slid into her tight, moist body…

At first, Lissie felt uncomfortable, but with his rhythmic movements and gentle caresses,
she gradually adapted to his entry and felt herself growing hotter. As she became accustomed to his movements and his real
presence , an unknown passion slowly replaced her initial fear.

He held her waist, slowly moving inside her, a mischievous smile playing on his lips. "
You're hot...so tight...does it feel good?" "Uh..." She
felt incredibly embarrassed by her passionate reaction and the close connection she shared with him. A blush rose to her cheeks, making her afraid to look into his
eyes, which seemed to want to devour her whole.

"Hehe...so my bride is shy?" For some reason, her shyness and honest, passionate reaction
greatly pleased him, making him want to tease her.

"Mmm...Ziyang...don't say..." Good heavens! She had never imagined that
such intimate actions could bring them so close, as if they belonged to each other.

"Okay, then I won't say anything, I'll just do it directly, is that alright?" The magical night began from
this moment , bringing them wave after wave of increasingly shocking and joyful sensations through their union, as if
they were in heaven…

During her time with Lin Ziyang, Lizzie experienced unimaginable joy and surprise. He was
a very thoughtful and affectionate partner. Her father-in-law gave them a week for their honeymoon, and only after they
had thoroughly enjoyed themselves in the United States would Ziyang be sent to the head office to take over as acting president.

Wilson had originally thought that Lin Ziyang wouldn't obediently comply and would only want to get back to work as soon as possible. After all, gaining
actual operational and management control of Opal had always been his dream, and no one could stop him. But
now, he was accompanying his newlywed wife on their honeymoon without any objections, which surprised Wilson, but also made
him secretly .

It seemed that the bride he had chosen for William had won his favor; otherwise, after achieving his goal,
he could have easily let her go and pursued his ambitions!

Wilson's observation was correct; Lin Ziyang had indeed fallen deeply in love with his new wife.
He found this fact utterly unbelievable; he never imagined he would temporarily abandon his work to spend a
week with her.

From childhood to adulthood, and even now, he had never given himself a moment's respite. For
someone like him, constantly striving to climb the social ladder and desperately wanting what was his, a holiday was a luxury
. Yet now, he willingly spent time with her.

Perhaps it was because he had already obtained what he desired most through this marriage that he could finally
relax Even though he knew that many challenges awaited him after a week, he…

As he drove, he stole glances at Lissie beside him, a feeling of satisfaction welling up inside him.

This kind of fulfilling joy was something he had never experienced before, yet he easily felt it when he was with her. Watching her pressed against
the car window, admiring the scenery outside, her large eyes darting curiously around,
letting , and excitedly patting the seat cushion—she looked truly adorable!

"Judging from your appearance, it seems you rarely go out?" Born and raised in America, she acted
like a country bumpkin visiting a grand garden, which puzzled him. He tentatively inquired.

"Not rarely, but practically never..." Realizing her words were inappropriate, she quickly stopped
and changed the subject: "I mean, I rarely travel or go sightseeing. I mostly attend boring
parties, so I'm unfamiliar with these things." Whenever she lied, her eyes would dart around, and she
would never look at him, so he was quite certain she was hiding something from him. But... he frowned slightly,
looking at the road ahead, wondering why she was lying. Even if she truly had never traveled far from home, there was nothing
shameful about it. Why was she hiding this?

From the moment he met her, his keen intuition had sensed something was amiss. Yet, whenever he gazed into
her gentle eyes, he would forget everything, instinctively wanting to trust and cherish her…
Perhaps he should employ his usual cautious approach and send someone to thoroughly investigate the Hawking family.

Lost in thought, he suddenly felt a small hand gently tug at his sleeve, pulling him back to
reality. He knew her unease, so he reassured her, “In that case, let’s take this rare
opportunity to have some fun!” “Mmm,” Lissier smiled sweetly at him, her anxiety
fading , and she nestled her head sweetly on his shoulder. Perhaps everything she possessed now was borrowed, but she
was already so grateful, so incredibly grateful to fate for arranging this for her to have him for a short time. Although she
didn’t know how long this time would last, she was already content. She wanted to cherish it all
, to keep it as her most beautiful memory.

"What are you thinking about?" Seeing her sweet and contented smile, he couldn't resist wanting to probe her
thoughts, to know everything about her. If his two friends in Taiwan saw this scene,
the one who would be most incredulous and laugh the loudest would probably be that cunning, deceitful
Shen, with his fake, gentle smile!

Although he was a womanizer, he had never been so patient with any woman, nor would he allow them
to lean on him so freely and receive his tenderness. While he was always very generous to women, that
was in bed. If they dared to ask, he would never hesitate to grant them any material requests in bed,
as long as they knew their limits.

But once out of bed, he wouldn't allow anyone into his personal space, not even his emotions
and thoughts. Otherwise, they would be breaking his taboo. And the consequences of breaking this
taboo would be far beyond their ability to bear.

But with her—his new wife—he repeatedly allowed her to intrude into his life and heart.
He couldn't justify his feelings for her, because her gentleness, thoughtfulness, and understanding had
deeply moved him; their relationship was no longer simply that of husband and wife.

Otherwise, he could have simply abandoned her and focused on his plans, without spending so much time with
her and trying to understand her. Even if she weren't his wife today, he believed that even if they met in another form,
he would still be moved by her.

"I'm thinking of keeping every minute, every second, every moment we spent together firmly in
my mind, making it my most beautiful memory." When she has to leave him, it will become her most
precious treasure, something she can savor in the long, lonely years to come. Because she knows that after having
him, no one else will ever move her soul like he did, or inspire such deep love in her.

These were words she couldn't say to him, and a pang of heartache welled up within her. She forced herself
to be content. But why, even though they hadn't broken up yet, did she already miss him? He was right
beside her!

She couldn't help but laugh at her own foolishness, realizing then that she had fallen deeply in love with him. This profound
feeling was uncontrollable; the thought of their inevitable separation made her heart ache.

"Silly girl!" he couldn't help but gently scold her, trying to mask his own turbulent emotions. He believed she
truly loved him, and he loved her response. So, upon realizing this, he
couldn't suppress the surging feelings within him.

"I'm not silly! It's because I'm smart that I married you!" "Oh! Since you have such
discerning eyes to marry me, then I should repay you. So, let me
create that we can cherish." His tone unconsciously softened with affection.

"Mmm." Please, God, give her more time!

Because she selfishly wanted to possess more of this man she loved so deeply, so she could cherish his
memory for a long time to come!

Chapter Four:

They traveled from the endless, barren desert to the vibrant, brightly lit city that never sleeps—Las Vegas
. Entering the largest casino, MGM, through the famous lion-shaped entrance, they played blackjack
, poker, slot machines, and more until they were completely satisfied. Finally, they found a large hotel to rest,
and then traveled to the Grand Canyon, a place of breathtaking natural beauty, a testament to the wonders of creation. The scenery along the way was ever-changing and
captivating.

Next, they traversed the ever-changing, colorful Loess Plateau, arriving at a place with a truly rare…
They were deeply impressed by the fiery red rocks of Bryce Canyon, and the vast desert along Highway 190 on the way to Death Valley,
where the fine, white sand shimmered as if it held hidden gold mines.

They even admired Lara's golden coastline and basked in the sun on the beach.
Lizzie was even amused by Lin Ziyang's obvious possessiveness and jealousy; she realized she
held a certain place in his heart and was cared for, a feeling that warmed her heart. Her

husband was, of course, an attractive and charismatic man. The bold, provocative glances
and actions of other women made her furious and frustrated, but when she realized Lin Ziyang's attention was entirely on her
, she felt proud and relieved.

She thought, at least Ziyang cares about her, doesn't he?

As they dined together in the hotel's attached restaurant, Lissie wore a happy smile.
"Ziyang, I have a question for you. You have to answer me honestly, okay?" "Of course, ask
me anything!" Smiling at her, Lin Ziyang couldn't deny his care and affection for her more and more.
The relaxed and comfortable feeling he experienced with her was something he couldn't feel with anyone else. He was so glad
he had married her.

"I...uh...I wanted to ask...ask..." Under his gaze, Lissie couldn't bring herself to
ask the question properly. Didn't this man know that when he smiled at her like that, she couldn't
resist him?

"Ask what?" He smiled deliberately. He loved teasing her like this, loved seeing her shy
reaction . It brought him great pleasure and made him feel relaxed.

"Don't smile at me like that, or I won't be able to control myself...ah!" Lissie
realized she had blurted out what she was thinking and couldn't help but cry out, which only elicited a loud
laugh from Lin Ziyang.

"Restrain yourself for what? Do you want to devour me?" Seeing her infatuated expression filled him
with smugness. This little girl's thoughts were written all over her face, which amused him greatly, and he couldn't resist
teasing her.

His blatant and bold words made Lissie's face turn as red as a boiled shrimp.
She glared at him shyly.

"You...you're so bad...how could you..." She looked around in panic, terrified that someone
might hear him. Wouldn't that be incredibly embarrassing?

Unexpectedly, he deliberately moved his body across the table, bringing his excessively handsome face close to hers
. The sudden magnification of his handsome face startled her, but his next words almost made her jump.

"How could you say what you truly desire?" He pressed down on her shoulder and reached out
to hold her hand, appearing very generous. "It's okay, we're husband and wife anyway. If you
really want me, just say the word, and I'll obediently come to you without a second thought
." He spoke with an extremely wicked yet confident tone, leaving Lizzie completely at a loss for words. Seeing that
he seemed about to speak again, Lizzie hurriedly covered his mouth with her hand to prevent him from saying anything that would
make her blush.

"You're not allowed to say anything more!" Good heavens! She felt like her face was on fire. How could he look
so smug? It was unbearable.

Her adorable gesture made Lin Ziyang laugh. Just as he was about to speak again, a soft, feminine
voice suddenly broke into their intimate world of pleasure.

"William, it's been a long time." A sexy woman in a black off-the-shoulder dress gracefully approached their
table and nestled intimately against Lin Ziyang, her hands lightly resting on his shoulders.

"It's been a year since we last met in New York!" Ignoring Lin Ziyang and Lizzie's reactions
, she continued her grumbling, "You playboy, you're so heartless! Not even a phone call
! I heard you've been having a blast with different women every night in Taiwan. I think you've completely forgotten about me
!" She was Helen, a minor starlet in the American entertainment industry, who had
a few . She was well aware of Lin Ziyang's identity and
was quite smitten by his handsome appearance and arrogant, wicked charm, but unfortunately, he only ever played games in bed and never gave her heart.

His cold-bloodedness was truly heartbreaking, so when she saw him again, she didn't hesitate to approach him and
acknowledge him, because she already knew from various media magazines that his current identity was different—he was
the acting president of Opal E! What a tempting power this was! Although he had secured his position through a marriage alliance,
she had long heard of his strength. A business tiger who had crossed oceans—his power was not to be underestimated. Even
before he became acting president, William was already a golden tiger, gilded from head to toe. Now,
the position of acting president had given him wings. If she didn't seize this opportunity, she would truly be a
fool .

Lin Ziyang's eyes flashed with disgust at her actions. In the past, he had never refused a woman's advances
, as long as it didn't violate his principles. However, he never went back to an ex. Once a
relationship ended, he would never rekindle it, because that would mean trouble. He didn't want them to harbor
any illusions. If they violated his taboos, he would not be polite. Besides, now that he had Li Xue'er,
he had absolutely no interest in other women.

He reached out and brushed the hand off her shoulder, coldly asking, "Do I know you?" His
chilling tone made Helen recoil, her face a mixture of fear and disbelief.

"You...how could you...forget our love back then?" "Really? Have you
slept with so many men that you can't tell them apart?" He was a devil, humiliating her like this.
She'd heard of his generosity and ruthlessness towards women; as long as you followed his rules and pleased
him, he was incredibly generous, but if you crossed his lines, you'd be in deep trouble.

Now she saw it for herself. However, his handsome appearance and immense wealth made her unwilling to give up.
So she forced a smile, using a coquettish expression and tone to plead, "William, why are you saying
that ! I was just thinking of you, so...ah—" She couldn't help but cry out as he
ruthlessly pushed her away.

Just as she was about to protest, Lin Ziyang abruptly stood up, pulled Lizzie to her feet, and
tried to leave without a word. He had absolutely no interest in dealing with this boring woman.

Only then did Helen notice the young and beautiful woman beside William. Upon closer inspection, she realized it was his
newlywed wife. Anger and jealousy surged within her, and she immediately retorted sarcastically, "Hmph!
Don't be so . You're only standing beside him because of your good background. Once he's used you, you
'll soon taste the bitterness of being a discarded wife. Because your husband is a heartless playboy who's slept with countless women.
Do you think he'll change his ways for you?" She laughed sharply.

"Xue'er, let's go. There's someone here who makes me feel nauseous." Lin Ziyang pulled her away, but
someone stubbornly clung to him.

"Do you believe I can make you not only disappear from the entertainment industry, but also make you beg on the streets?" Lin Ziyang's
words were laced with threat, coldly escaping his lips.

His imposing presence and the chilling aura emanating from him made Helen instinctively step back, letting them
pass. But she persisted, shouting behind them, "Lischel, Hawking, you'd better watch yourself.
A cold-blooded man like him will never truly love a woman." Reaching the restaurant entrance, Lin Ziyang turned
back, coldly glaring at her with disdain in his eyes. He made a gun
gesture, as if to pull the trigger, and then announced her impending doom: "Within a week, I will make sure the name 'Helen' disappears forever!"
He then turned and left without looking back, ignoring Helen's pale face and trembling body.

Lischel and Lin Ziyang returned to their apartment in Manhattan, New York City. This apartment was
Lin Ziyang 's private property; he had bought the entire building to avoid disturbance. He
had earned it all through his own hard work, and she could see the pride and smugness in his eyes.

In fact, she had already learned from her father's conversation with Ina how hard he had worked to achieve his
current success. If it weren't for his exceptional intelligence and keen judgment, how could he have
risen from a lowly employee at Opal to become the CEO of the Taiwan region?

"Xue'er, this is He Ming, my butler. You can ask him for help with anything; he'll do it all."
Standing before Lixie was a handsome man around thirty-five years old, unexpectedly handsome and refined
, with a gentle smile on his face.

"Madam, hello. Please feel free to ask for anything." He Ming gave her a friendly smile and
bowed exaggeratedly.

"You...you can do everything?" Lixie found it hard to believe that such a refined and handsome
man could handle all the household chores; it was simply unbelievable.

However, her doubt only caused He Ming to put on a deeply hurt expression, clutching his heart and pretending to be sad.
"Oh, Madam, my heart is broken. How could you question me?" "Uh...you..." His
appearance left Lizzie at a loss for words.
She hurriedly tried to comfort him, "You...you don't have to be sad. I wasn't questioning you. It's just that you don't look like a butler. I thought you..." She tried to explain,
but Lin Ziyang interrupted her. He glared at He Ming, "Stop being an idiot. Why did I
have to come here and face a madman like you after just escaping that big idiot in Taiwan?" He Ming simply gave a handsome smile, placed
his hand on Lin Ziyang's shoulder, and said to him cheekily, " "Boss, please don't compare me,
the most , to that super idiot Shen from Taiwan. That would greatly lower my
standards." Lin Ziyang pushed him away and pulled him towards the bedroom, saying as they walked, "I always thought you
and him were from the same country. If he's the king of the country of idiots, then you're his deputy. I need to get my
wife away quickly, lest you drive her crazy." "Boss, that's not right. You should know
that could never drive his wife crazy. It's just that she doesn't seem to understand my
sense of humor." Sigh! This is really no fun.

"A sense of humor?" Lin Ziyang glanced at him dismissively. "Really? I think it's because my wife
is perfectly normal , so when she encounters a lunatic, she naturally doesn't understand his nonsense. How old are you, still pretending to be cute?
We'll be having dinner in the restaurant in thirty minutes." "Got it, boss." He Ming waved his hand, then,
as if remembering something, said to Lin Ziyang, "By the way, the information you asked me to look up is in the study."
"Hmm." Lin Ziyang simply responded, then took Lixue'er back to their room.

Lixue'er found herself increasingly able to understand He Ming's sense of humor and began to think he was a very
interesting man. However, she didn't understand why these two grown men could be so handsome and effeminate, especially
He Ming. She had originally thought he was only around thirty-five years old, but he was actually forty, which
surprised her greatly.

Moreover, he could do everything, whether it was cooking, cleaning, or helping Ziyang's career,
it seemed there was nothing he couldn't do. "You mean, you met He Ming in Chinatown?" "Yes."
Lin Ziyang 's expression was a little stiff, as if he didn't really want to talk about this.

But Lixie was very curious, and just as she was about to continue, Lin Ziyang changed the subject.

"By the way, what question did you want to ask me in the hotel restaurant earlier?" "Oh, earlier? Actually,
it wasn't anything. I just wanted to know, if one day we had to separate, would you... would you miss
me?" Her heart was uneasy, but she wanted to know his answer even more.

But Lin Ziyang didn't want to answer her directly, and just stared at her with sharp eyes. "Why do you
ask that?" "Nothing! I just wanted to know if there was any place for me in your memory? That's
all ." Her eyes flickered, and she didn't dare to look him in the eye. Lin Ziyang always felt that she was hiding something from him,
but he had no way of knowing what the sadness and unease that flashed in her eyes was for. "Xue'er, is
it because of the unexpected situation at the hotel restaurant that day that you're so bothered?" "No, uh..."
Meeting his probing gaze, she changed her words, "Maybe a little! But I just really want to know, if
one day we have to separate, will you treat me like a stranger, just like you treated her?" Of
course, she could tell that the woman had also been Ziyang's bed partner, but his heartless attitude had truly shocked her.
She knew the rumors were true. Ziyang was only nice to her and liked her now because of her
status . If one day he found out about her deception, perhaps he would treat her the same way he treated that other woman
… perhaps even more ruthless and cruel. Even if that happened, she couldn't blame him. She just hoped that even if
they separated, she would still exist in his memory.

Lin Ziyang stood up, walked to her side, sat down, lifted her chin, and looked into her eyes, saying,
"Xue'er, I won't give you an answer to your question." "Why?" "Because you are my
wife. We will never separate. I will not divorce you, so this question doesn't actually exist, and
I have no need to answer you, unless… you plan to leave me?" She opened her mouth to speak, but he didn't give
her a chance, continuing in a domineering and forceful tone, "However, I will never give you
a chance break up with me, and I will not allow you to leave me, because you are mine." "You…" Lixie
was slightly stunned by his words, a glimmer of hope flashing in her eyes. Could she believe that he had feelings for her different from those for other
women ?

Lin Ziyang had long since discerned her feelings for him from her eyes, but he couldn't quite grasp his own
. He only knew he enjoyed spending time with her. "Xue'er, you are my wife. I will never
betray you. Although I strongly disagree with the institution of marriage and have never imagined I would ever be married
, I can tell you that I rarely make promises. However, once I do, I
will . So you don't need to worry about separation, understand?" She was deeply disappointed,
a sharp pain shooting through her heart. What was she expecting? His kindness and insistence on her not leaving were merely out of
a sense of responsibility . "You mean, even if the person you marry today isn't me, as long as she is your legal
wife, you will absolutely never leave her and will treat her the same way?" He looked at her for a long time without
answering immediately. Of course, he knew what she wanted to ask. Right now, he had so many things to deal with.
He simply didn't have the time to consider matters of the heart. Even if she might be slightly different to him,
he didn't want to waste his energy on this frustrating issue.

He knew perfectly well what she wanted; her eyes had already told him everything. But… he wasn't sure
if he still had the heart to give her. How could he give her something he himself couldn't even find?

His hesitation stemmed from his uncertainty about the present. Besides, his enemies were already waiting for their chance to strike him
hard. How could he possibly focus on emotions? That would only hinder
the realization .

"That's right!" he finally answered affirmatively, but hesitated when he saw the sadness in her eyes.
However, he chose to ignore it, because his reason for wanting this marriage was simply that it could help him
achieve his goals. What was there to hesitate about?

He was always very certain of what he wanted, and he would achieve it by any means necessary. "For
me , Opal is more important than anything else, so when Father asked me to marry you in exchange for the right to operate it,
I accepted his terms without hesitation. I think you should understand that too, shouldn't you? Xue'er,
do you still expect any answers from me?" For some reason, the disappointment and sadness in her eyes
made his heart ache. He realized that his emotions had been affected by her, a discovery that
displeased . This was impossible; his heart had long since died, and it was impossible for it to beat for anyone again. After his mother's death,
he told himself not to give his heart or soul to anyone anymore, so that he wouldn't get hurt.

Therefore, his feelings for Li Xue'er were merely an obligation, a responsibility! He told himself this,
but he couldn't convince himself. When he saw her beautiful face turn pale, he couldn't ignore the pang of heartache and reluctance
that swept through .

So, he chose to lower his head and kiss her lips, hoping to kiss away her paleness and the hesitation and
pity in his heart.

Lissie felt a sharp pain in her heart. She had been so foolish to seek true love from a heartless man. Yet,
even so, she couldn't control her love for him. She mocked her own greed; everything she had now
was borrowed. She should be content with being with him now, cherishing every moment they spent together.
When fate decided to take back its favor, all she would have left were these memories!

His kisses, his embraces—she could only respond passionately, wanting to etch them firmly into her mind
so she could savor them after their separation.

Her smile was forced, her heart ached, and she held him tightly, afraid he was just an illusion, afraid she would lose him,
and unable to bear the days without him. But she was powerless, only able to let this helpless sorrow spread through
her heart , letting these thoughts ferment in her mind.

Her tears streamed uncontrollably down her cheeks, wetting them yet soothing his heart. A sharp pain shot through him,
shaking his frozen soul. Her tears silently seeped into the cracks in his heart. He moved his lips away, opening his mouth to speak, but she
had already wrapped her arms tightly around his neck, preventing him from seeing her tearful eyes.

Because she knew he had no idea of the truth, nor of her current heartache. She only wanted to
cling to him, her lips pressed against his, pouring out all her emotions, so he wouldn't understand how
desperate and helpless her love was.

Because she couldn't fight against fate; he was never meant for her, yet now she was hopelessly infatuated with him. How could she
let go? She didn't want to! She held him tightly, the kiss deepening and intensifying, her hands pressing his head down, unwilling to let him
lift his eyes to see her tears. She only wanted him to love her properly, just this once.

Lin Ziyang was surprised by her initiative and strength. Her enthusiastic response was unlike
her usual gentle, charming, and shy self. This unrestrained passion, as if there were no tomorrow...

A strange thought suddenly surfaced, causing a wave of panic in his heart. His unease made him want to speak, but she
had already decided to say nothing. Because no matter how much she said, it wouldn't change their cruel fate of separation.
She preferred to express her feelings for him through actions, through silent body language... Let
it a beautiful memory!

His slightly parted lips were boldly invaded by her pink tongue. Relying on their past intimacy, her tongue
intertwined . Her fiery body writhed restlessly in his arms, arousing his passionate response.

"Oh God, Xue'er, you're really going to kill me..." He couldn't help but groan. He hadn't expected
her seductive advances to have such a profound effect on him, making him lose control instantly and only wanting to possess her
beauty and sweetness.

Suddenly, Lixie could no longer bear loving him as a substitute. This time, she wanted to be herself,
to be selfish just this once. So she asked, "Yang, can you call me Qian'er?" "Qian'er?"
Lin Ziyang, who was originally lost in a hazy passion, was momentarily confused and doubtful when he heard her request. But Lixie had already
learned how to distract him. She offered her alluring breasts.

Then she took the opportunity to say to him, "This is my nickname. I prefer this name." Lin Ziyang did
n't object because he was already captivated by this passionate, proactive, and completely new woman. He was a
man of passion, how could he resist the embrace of a beauty, especially since she held such special meaning for him.

His lips, buried in her chest, uttered somewhat indistinct words, but Lydia
, heard him call her name. This brought tears to her eyes again, filling her with overwhelming emotion. He had no idea
how much this meant to her!

It was as if calling her name was a key to unlocking an unprecedented, hidden
passion within her, and her passion ignited his as well. His burning lips never parted from hers, his intense desire seeking
immediate release. With his tall frame, he pressed her down onto the sofa.

Their bodies were pressed tightly together, the only sound in the room their heavy breathing. He greedily savored
her sweetness, his hands restlessly tracing the contours of her snow-white thighs,
moving until they reached her sensitive spot. Sometimes he would gently touch it with his palms, sometimes he would knead it vigorously, bringing her
indescribable pleasure…

Her hands, too, eagerly reciprocated his passion, igniting flames of desire all over his body.
He couldn't help but gasp, letting out a low growl, burying his face in her chest, lightly licking her breasts in turn,
his hands sliding between her legs.

Then, his attention shifted to her flawless white skin, her perfect curves and round, sexy
buttocks, her long, firm, and delicate legs. He couldn't resist gently stroking her lower abdomen,
further intensifying her already burning desire.

His lips left her breasts, slowly moving down to savor her warm, smooth skin; he gently sucked on her smooth
belly , while his hands had already slipped over her buttocks, moving to her long, slender thighs, and then to the sensitive
inner thighs. He gently parted her legs, exploring every intimate part of her body…

An irresistible, urgent need filled every cell in her body, her blood boiling. Her
sensual moans, when he replaced his hands with his lips, made her tense up instantly, her intense desire
burning uncontrollably. She writhed in heat, his warm breath brushing against her legs and
buttocks …

“Ah!” The intoxicating pleasure made her excitedly cup his head in her hands, unable to bear it any longer, only
hoping he would satisfy her desire.

“Please…” But he ignored her pleas, only wanting her to experience all
the pleasure; she let out a soft cry of endurance, arching her trembling, pleasurable body towards him, feeling waves of heat coursing through her.

As she became intoxicated by the pleasure he created, he pressed himself naked against her, his tongue entwining
with hers, playing and frolicking.

He gently parted her legs with his knees, his burning desire pressing against her lower abdomen, then with a thrust,
he eagerly slid into her. He lowered his head to kiss her, swallowing all her moans, taking in
all the beautiful sounds she uttered for him, making them belong only to him.

Satisfied, she met his lips and tongue, her fingers tightly gripping his waist, unable to think of anything else, only
feeling her body dancing with him, burning hot.

"Oh... um..." she swayed wildly up and down with his rhythm.

After the torrent of passion subsided, he finally released his desire to his heart's content...

After a while, Lin Ziyang rolled over and lay down next to Lixie, one arm around her, the other gently caressing her soft lips. He found that his longing for her seemed to be sweeping over him swiftly and firmly
at a speed he couldn't perceive . When he saw her open her hazy eyes and look at him, he suddenly asked, "Qian'er, what happened to you just now?" She trembled slightly, surprised that he would call her by her real name so quickly, giving her an indescribable feeling. "Nothing." "Really nothing?" Seeing the flicker in her eyes, he felt something was off. His fingers twirled a strand of her hair as he continued to press, "Then why did you suddenly …" His question was stopped by Lixie'er's timely outstretched hand. She gave him a sweet smile, "What? Didn't you like my performance just now?" Although she spoke casually, her ears and cheeks were already flushed with a captivating blush. Something was definitely wrong! Lin Ziyang felt that she was completely unfamiliar, not at all like the Lixie he knew , but a complex mix of passion and shyness. Why would she deliberately go against her nature to tease him? "Of course not. My wife is teasing me so passionately, how could I not gladly accept? But, why did you suddenly…" Not wanting him to continue doubting her, she quickly snuggled closer to him and planted a kiss on his lips . "Because I love you!" He knew her feelings for him, but he hadn't expected her to confess her love so boldly. It was so unlike her usual self; this drastic change made him uneasy . "You…" His stunned silence stung her heart slightly, but she still smiled beautifully and shook her head at him, saying, "It's okay, I know what you're going to say. Although you don't love me, I thought that since I love you, I should let you know. After all, we're husband and wife. My declaration of love should n't cause you too much trouble, right? I don't expect you to reciprocate my love; I just hope you can accept it, okay?" What made her so brave to express her feelings? A woman with a flushed face, eyes filled with shyness, and trembling slightly—could love make a woman so courageous? Why did her confession make him feel uneasy? "Qian'er, I will accept your love, but you also need to give me time..." "Okay, that way I'll be satisfied."

"That's enough." At least he didn't reject her; she should be satisfied, shouldn't she?

The two nestled together, each lost in their own thoughts, neither

speaking a word. Lin Ziyang knew that even if he pressed for an answer, he wouldn't get any.

Lissie didn't want to say anything more; she just wanted to cherish the time they had. For some reason, she
had a premonition that their time together was running out.

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