No wonder Xu Lai's imagination was running wild. Ruan Tang's gaze was so intense it could make anyone's mind wander to inappropriate places.

"How did I suddenly fall asleep in the car yesterday? What happened after that?" Ruan Tang finally revealed why she had called Xu Lai here. Her expression was incredibly serious, and she seemed very curious.

Xu Lai was a little surprised. My wife didn't ask about this when we woke up. Why is she bringing it up now at the office?

As if guessing his confusion, Ruan Tang said in a low voice, "Just an hour ago, Dreamland Company from Europe emailed us a contract. Once we sign it, our products can enter the high-end luxury lingerie market in Europe and America. We'll also establish a deep strategic partnership with the three leading high-end department stores, headed by Dreamland!"

Xu Lai arched an eyebrow. Sounds like Anna's handiwork. It seems that two-winged angel told them everything after I left last night. Better late than never, I suppose.

Xu Lai shrugged. "You called me all the way here just for this little thing? Just sign it."

"But the contract gives us an entire floor in their malls for an extremely low price! And it's for an entire floor in *all* of Dreamland Company's malls!"

Ruan Tang said hesitantly, "I'm worried this is still a trap."

It was understandable. After being tricked into going to Europe and then stood up last night, Ruan Tang had certainly learned to be more cautious.

Xu Lai took Ruan Tang's hand and said gently, "Just charge full steam ahead. I'll take care of any trouble you run into. I love it when you're confident. When you're like that... you're stunningly beautiful."

Ruan Tang's heart skipped a beat.

That jerk, Xu Lai... why are his words getting sweeter and sweeter? She suppressed the strange feeling in her heart and rolled her eyes. "I know, I know. Since we have a contract, we don't have to worry about being swindled."

"So, does that mean you're free today?"

"I guess. I'm not too busy."

Ruan Tang looked at him in surprise. "Why?"

"Well, since I'm already here and you're not busy, let's go shopping this afternoon," Xu Lai said with a wide smile. "We can work on our husband-and-wife relationship."

"We're a couple," Ruan Tang corrected him. "We're just a couple right now, not husband and wife!"

"Fine, fine. Let me ask again: Would Yiyi's mom like to go shopping with Yiyi's dad this afternoon?"

"..."

Ruan Tang lost. When it came to being thick-skinned, she was no match for Xu Lai. Once he brought up being parents, nobody would believe they weren't married. And yet, she couldn't find it in her heart to be annoyed. On the contrary, she had already gotten used to it, including Xu Lai calling her "Wife."

They had lunch in the company cafeteria. The food wasn't great, but it was enough to fill their stomachs. Afterward, Ruan Tang handed her work off to her secretary. Instead of driving, the two of them took the subway straight to the downtown shopping mall.

Although they were supposed to be just "shopping," Ruan Tang subconsciously gravitated toward high-end clothing stores. She wanted to observe her competitors' designs and store layouts, as well as study their business management. She even took out her phone from time to time to jot down her thoughts and the pros and cons of what she saw in a notepad app. This left Xu Lai feeling quite exasperated.

He suddenly stopped in the middle of the store. Ruan Tang, who was walking behind him lost in thought, bumped right into his back. She's as soft as a marshmallow.

"Ow, ow, ow," Ruan Tang whimpered, then glared at him with a flushed face. "Why did you suddenly stop?"

"Honey." Xu Lai's expression gradually grew serious.

Ruan Tang said nervously, "...Why the serious face?"

"We came here to shop. This is supposed to be a date. Just think about it. We've been in the mall for an hour. What have you been doing this whole time?"

"...Uh." Ruan Tang was at a loss for words. She had spent the entire hour in clothing stores; no wonder he looked like that. She gently took his hand, her voice softening. "Xu Lai, I'm sorry. I promise it won't happen again. It's an occupational hazard."

"Woman, you have broken my heart. I can never trust you again," Xu Lai said, feigning a look of utter despair.

Ruan Tang's voice grew even softer and more apologetic. "I'm sorry."

Xu Lai's tone suddenly shifted. "It's not that I *can't* forgive you... unless..."

"Unless what?"

"Unless we go check out that shop across the way, and I personally buy you a few outfits."

"Across the way?" Ruan Tang looked quizzically through the glass storefront. The shop opposite them specialized in high-end swimwear. Hmm. And most of it is bikinis and stuff like that...

If I let Xu Lai buy me something from there, who knows what would happen? Ruan Tang said with a mock glare, "Why are you always trying to take advantage of me!"

"Because I'm lusting after your body, of course."

"..."

Xu Lai coughed. "No, no, that came out wrong."

Well, he is a grown man, after all. Ruan Tang bit her lip, her face burning hot as she unconsciously tugged at the hem of her clothes. In just ten seconds, she waged an intense internal war with herself. Finally, she stood on her tiptoes, leaned close to his ear, and whispered in a voice barely audible, "I'll consider it... but not right now."

"You need to think about buying a couple of swimsuits?" Xu Lai raised an eyebrow.

"Idiot." Ruan Tang gently kicked him and ran away, blushing.

With her bashful expression and the corners of her lips tilted up, she looked just like a young maiden who had received a love letter from her sweetheart. But beneath that shyness, the sway of her voluptuous figure revealed a seductive charm. She was an absolute enchantress!

"Hey, hey! Honey, be more specific! What are you going to consider?"

Xu Lai hurried after her, but no matter how many times he asked, Ruan Tang refused to answer.

When they reached the third floor, they found an arcade. A clerk standing at the entrance rushed over excitedly. "Hey there, handsome! Hey, beautiful! Our Penguin Game City is the top-rated arcade in all of East Sea City, and our haunted house is our signature attraction. We have a special today: fifty percent off for couples. Want to come take a look?"

Xu Lai glanced inside. The line for the haunted house was long, and most of the people waiting were couples. Many of the women were clinging to their boyfriends like timid birds, protesting coquettishly, "No way, no way, I'm scared!"

But wait... why are there so many couples sitting by the exit? Both the men and women look terrified... but it's always the guys who are pale-faced, claiming to be super scared. They're either burying their faces in their girlfriends' arms or resting their heads on their laps, nuzzling against them.

Xu Lai sucked in a sharp breath. These young guys are running a play on their girlfriends! This haunted house looks very interesting. We have to do it!

Xu Lai turned to Ruan Tang. "Honey, want to try it?"

Ruan Tang gripped his sleeve tightly and said firmly, "Absolutely not!" She had been terrified of this kind of thing her entire life. Forget haunted houses; she had never even watched a horror movie!

Hearing this, the clerk looked disappointed. He had a daily quota to meet, but he couldn't force them. Just as he was about to squeeze out a smile and say, "Sorry to bother you," Xu Lai shrugged at him. "My wife says she wants to play. Two hundred coins' worth, please."

Ruan Tang: ???

The clerk: ???

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