100 Days with the Contract Lover

Chapter 108

Liang Jingtang’s words brought Yu Nuanxin immense shock and touched her deeply. Yet, precisely because he was so kind to her, she couldn’t drag him into her troubles. “Thank you for your kindness, but I can’t do that! This is my problem, and I should solve it myself.”

“Silly girl, don’t take everything upon yourself. It’s too exhausting. Just this once, let me do something for you, okay?”

His gaze was so gentle and resolute that Yu Nuanxin found it impossible to resist. Overwhelmed with emotion, she was at a loss for words, her throat choked up. “Thank you!”

“Silly girl, there’s nothing to thank me for!” Liang Jingtang wiped away the tears at the corner of her eyes. “Alright, wait here for a bit. I’ll be back soon!”

When he stepped into the courtroom, the company’s legal team was taken aback. Nangong Yao’s expression remained unchanged, but his eyes showed a slight shift. Did he think he was being heroic? Overestimating himself!

Originally, it was a case destined for a complete loss with no chance of turning around. However, Liang Jingtang astutely identified several loopholes, leaving the opposing lawyer speechless. His eloquence and presence stunned everyone, ultimately reducing the penalty from twenty million to three million, achieving a resounding victory.

Yu Nuanxin felt happy yet guilty towards Liang Jingtang. When he appeared before her with a smile, arms open wide, he asked, “Aren’t you going to give me a victory hug?”

Her defenses completely crumbled, and she nearly threw herself into his arms. “Thank you… I’m sorry… I’m sorry…”

“Silly girl! I did this willingly.” As he embraced her, Liang Jingtang realized he had fallen hopelessly in love with this woman.

He had longed for this hug for so long. He wanted to hold her like this forever, tightly, without letting go. But he feared his strength might hurt her. She was like a porcelain doll, cherished so much that his heart ached, unsure how to treasure her.

This scene fell into Nangong Yao’s view, and his face darkened, fists clenched tightly.

If he had misunderstood her before and was willing to believe her, what about now? She was openly embracing another man in public. Did she consider that he might see it?

Perhaps she didn’t care if he saw it at all! Maybe she even hoped for a divorce, to set herself free.

A deep fatigue and helplessness welled up inside him, leaving him without the energy to mock her. Even thinking about it felt exhausting.

…

The night was enchanting, with neon lights flickering outside, more vibrant and beautiful than during the day, a world of indulgence. In the presidential suite of a five-star hotel, Nangong Yao stood by the floor-to-ceiling window, gazing down at the bustling, dazzling city, downing glass after glass of strong liquor. The alcohol burned as it slid down his throat, igniting a fiery sensation.

Taipei’s night seemed to be the most deceptive thing in the world. Unlike the earthly prosperity, it was merely a veil, concealing a cruel and dirty reality. A life of indulgence was built on money. Without money, life was nothing but endless pain and helplessness.

He refused to be a weakling, so even as he had become the economic leader of Taiwan, he never relaxed for a moment, relentlessly expanding his empire.

His heart was too cold, with few things that could warm it, so he indulged himself in this prosperity, at least feeling less lonely.

Even if it was just a dream, as long as he didn’t wake up, it was fine!

Let him live in this false world, sinking deeper.

A pair of arms, like water snakes, wrapped around his chest, and a sweet kiss landed on his cheek. “Why are you drinking alone? Didn’t you invite me?” She was so tender it seemed she might melt, her whole body pressed against him.

Though Xia Yanzhi appeared regal and proud in front of others, she was willing to be a compliant, gentle woman for the man she loved.

She was an international star, surrounded by admirers, but none could compare to him. Because he never got involved in scandals, and he was married, she thought she had no chance to get close to him. Yet, unexpectedly, he asked her to be a spokesperson and gifted her an expensive necklace.

She had waited nearly a week for this night, determined to seize the opportunity and use all her charms to make him fall for her.

Nangong Yao disliked being disturbed when alone, releasing her arms with a hint of coldness. “You should sleep!”

Having seen Yu Nuanxin and Liang Jingtang’s embrace, he was agitated and brought Xia Yanzhi to the hotel room. But he had no interest, feeling rather annoyed instead.

“It’s too early to sleep. We should celebrate winning the case, shouldn’t we?” Xia Yanzhi took his glass, her eyes filled with allure, and kissed the spot where his lips had touched, sipping a bit of whiskey, her gaze full of teasing.

Her sexy lingerie barely covered her, leaving little to the imagination, exuding charm and seduction.

Seeing Nangong Yao unmoved, she set down the glass, wrapped her arms around his neck, and stood on tiptoe to offer her lips, not quite kissing him, but brushing lightly, her breath warm on his lips, deliberately enticing him to take the initiative.

But Nangong Yao still didn’t react, and she grew anxious.

Could it be that he had some physical problem? She had gone to such lengths, and any other man would have been unable to resist, rushing towards her.

She continued to seduce him, “Nangong Yao… don’t you want me? Hmm?”

Nangong Yao truly had no desire for her. Just the strong scent of her perfume made him feel nauseous. He preferred the light, almost soap-like fragrance on Yu Nuanxin, so comforting…

Damn it! Why was he thinking of her again?

Nangong Yao was annoyed, dissatisfied with how she haunted him like a ghost, tormenting his nerves.

To prove he didn’t like her, that he didn’t care about her, he impulsively picked up Xia Yanzhi and threw her onto the bed. She moaned with desire, “Nangong Yao… I love your roughness, come on…”