Husband, Let Me Try!
This man… turned out to be Gu Cheng!?
The revelation stunned everyone present, and like a tidal wave, the news swept across the internet.
The legendary man—the one who once set the standard for aesthetics in the elite circles, the man who was on the global top 100 sexiest faces list—
—was fully recovered!
[“OMG, it’s my idol! So handsome, so handsome, so handsome!”]
[“The walking embodiment of hormones is back!”]
[“I’m about to faint!”]
Without any need for promotion, the news skyrocketed to the top of trending topics.
At the eye of the storm, Gu Cheng remained perfectly calm.
His gaze lowered to Ning Yi, who stared back at him with wide eyes. A faint smile flickered in his own as he raised a brow.
“Stunned?”
It took Ning Yi several seconds to snap out of it. She muttered softly, “Damn.”
Of course, it’s you, Gu Cheng!
The moment you stand up, you steal the entire show. Bravo!
But honestly… I kind of love it, hehe.
Gu Cheng’s hand, which was resting on her waist, moved to lightly pinch her ear. “No swearing.”
Ning Yi, now fully back to her senses, leaned against his chest with a playful grin. “Oh, I wasn’t swearing—I said, ‘Damn, I’ve got the best husband ever.’”
Leaning against him, she became acutely aware of how tall Gu Cheng was. Despite being tall herself, her forehead only reached his collarbone.
His embrace was broad, exuding his signature cold, sharp aura—a familiar scent that surrounded her.
Instantly, Ning Yi no longer felt like she was drowning in the chaos of an apocalyptic zombie horde!
Gu Cheng’s thin lips curved slightly. “Satisfied?”
More than satisfied, Ning Yi thought. Now that you’re fully awakened, your emperor-like presence will dominate, reducing everyone else to mere side characters. I’m clinging to this golden thigh for dear life!
Ning Yi immediately showered him with rainbow compliments: “Satisfied? How could I not be! Having a husband like you is my greatest blessing!”
Gu Cheng half-embraced her as his gaze swept coldly over the three young masters who had approached her earlier.
The men froze.
Especially the one from the provincial dining enterprise. From the moment Gu Cheng removed his mask, only four words echoed in his mind: I want to run.
But he couldn’t.
His earlier bravado had only been a moment of weakness, born from fleeting attraction. He had no intention of actually competing with Eldest Young Master Gu for his wife!
He didn’t want to end up buried alongside his own mistakes!
Under Gu Cheng’s oppressive gaze, the three slowly shrank back, practically melting into the background.
Meanwhile, the heiresses felt a mixture of excitement and bitterness.
The man they all idolized had completely recovered his “untouchable white moonlight” aura. But instead of being the cold, distant figure they imagined, he was allowing someone to lean into his arms?
He’s letting Ning Yi get this close?!
—
On the livestream, viewers had also pieced everything together.
[“OMG, Gu de Mo Ning shippers just hit the jackpot!”]
[“I’m dying of sweetness! Young Master Gu stands up and immediately starts dishing out sugar. What now?!”]
[“Wan Shi Ru Yi fans are crying—Captain Wan, how can you possibly compete now? You’re done for!”]
[“Captain Wan even postponed his usual stream to attend. My heart’s breaking for him!”]
Wander, who had been about to approach Ning Yi: “?”
When did his legs get better?
He clicked his tongue, feeling an inexplicable twinge of bitterness.
And he’s so damn tall, too.
—
Among those most shaken by Gu Cheng’s reappearance were Jiang Linyi and Ding Ziyue.
Still reeling from Gu Cheng’s earlier humiliation, Jiang Linyi instinctively tightened his grip on Ding Ziyue’s hand.
“Gu… Young Master Gu…”
An unspoken competition between the two men took shape.
Jiang Linyi had vowed earlier that evening to make Ziyue the centrepiece of the ball, the most dazzling princess everyone envied. There was no way he’d let that attention be stolen now.
He glanced down at his meticulously curated appearance and looked at Gu Cheng with confidence.
From a visual standpoint, he believed he wouldn’t lose to anyone. Ziyue’s partner would undoubtedly be the best in the room.
—
Breaking the tense silence, Jiang Linyi smoothed his expensive tuxedo with a charming flourish and turned to the host.
“So—shall we begin the ball?”
The organizers, still stunned by Eldest Young Master Gu’s dramatic entrance, scrambled to recover and stammered into the microphone, “W-well, let the ball… officially begin!”
“Has everyone found their desired dance partner?”
Despite the host’s question, all eyes remained on that man.
The moment Gu Cheng appeared, the social value of everyone else in the room instantly plummeted.
Jiang Linyi was confident, but he had forgotten the golden rule of elite gatherings—family background, wealth, and influence were the ultimate factors, the core of competition.
Add an outstanding appearance to the mix, and you have the perfect man.
Gu Cheng, now standing tall, was the embodiment of perfection.
So when Jiang Linyi offered his hand to Ding Ziyue, he realized her expression was still frozen in shock, completely forgetting to manage her features.
“Ziyue?”
Ding Ziyue’s eyes were practically bulging out of their sockets—Gu Cheng! That was Gu Cheng!
She had worked so hard, so tirelessly, to position herself as his “light,” dreaming of the day he would rise as a king and declare to everyone that Ding Ziyue was the pearl who helped him emerge from darkness!
And now, that honour, that affection—how could it have fallen to Ning Yi instead?!
Her expression stiffened. “I-I’m fine, Brother Linyi. Let’s dance.”
Yes, that’s right!
Look around—so many ambitious heiresses were eyeing Gu Cheng. Which family wouldn’t want to form an alliance with him? Who could offer less value than Ning Yi?
Now that Gu Cheng had made a full recovery and reclaimed his place as the object of universal admiration, what was Ning Yi compared to that? Just a flower vase—a woman with no background, no career, and no refinement, merely a pretty face!
Jiang Linyi gently wrapped his hand around Ding Ziyue’s waist, leading her to the centre of the dance floor.
“Are you ready, my princess?”
“Yes, yes!”
Ding Ziyue frantically recalled the scenes from her dreams. According to the foreshadowing, Gu Cheng’s intervention in the sports event would strain the relationship between her and Jiang Linyi, pushing Jiang Linyi to fully oppose Gu Cheng.
This ball was supposed to be Jiang Linyi’s declaration of love, a display of his possessiveness. In the narrative, someone would express interest in Ding Ziyue, making Jiang Linyi intensely jealous, and he would then share a passionate dance with her. By the end of the dance, they would kiss, becoming the envy of the crowd!
Recalling the plot calmed her nerves slightly. She glanced stealthily at Ning Yi—
Gu Cheng had extended his hand toward her, but Ning Yi simply wiped her mouth and casually placed her hand… on his wrist??
Ding Ziyue couldn’t help but smirk internally. That clumsy gesture alone proves she doesn’t know how to dance! She hasn’t even been taught basic etiquette!
Of course—why would anyone in the countryside bother teaching her that? Even with Gu Cheng at her side, she was bound to embarrass herself!
Ding Ziyue’s smile relaxed. There was still a chance to win—Ning Yi couldn’t dance, but she had practiced countless times.
—
Indeed, Ning Yi didn’t know how to dance.
The reason she placed her hand on Gu Cheng’s wrist was simple:
“Hubby, let’s not swap places,” Ning Yi said politely. “I’m afraid I might behave improperly while in your body.”
Since holding hands would trigger their body-swapping, she opted for the wrist.
Gu Cheng raised an eyebrow slightly. “It’s fine—”
—
By then, the violinist and pianist on the side of the dance floor had begun playing a lively melody, lifting the atmosphere of the entire ballroom.
Many pairs of partners danced closer to Gu Cheng and Ning Yi, their flowing gowns and practiced moves adding to the spectacle.
Ding Ziyue noticed this and danced with even greater effort.
She wasn’t just competing with Ning Yi—she was competing with everyone! Because she was the centre of this world!
Jiang Linyi led her toward the heart of the dance floor, earning praise from the host:
“Mr. Jiang and Miss Ding’s dance steps are enchanting. I believe this is the essence of love.”
Ding Ziyue internally shouted in agreement: Yes! This is the taste of love!
Envy me, all of you!
—
On the other side of the ballroom, Gu Cheng looked down at his feet.
Ning Yi, her expression unchanged, quietly withdrew her foot after stepping on his seven times in a row. Then, with an embarrassed smile, she said, “Hubby, I don’t know how to dance.”
Gu Cheng, utterly resigned, replied, “It’s fine.”
He hadn’t expected her to.
Around them, the ballroom was filled with elegant movements and graceful figures, but Gu Cheng paid no attention to any of it.
He had learned to dance in the past, though he had never danced with anyone before.
But today was special, so—
Placing one hand on Ning Yi’s back and holding her slender wrist with the other, he said to her in his mind, “Follow me.”
Ning Yi blinked. “Hmm?”
Gu Cheng’s deep, magnetic voice guided her with steady precision.
“Left foot.”
“Right foot.”
“One, two, three.”
No one else could hear him teaching Ning Yi, making it feel like a little secret between them.
Though she didn’t know how to dance, Ning Yi was quick to adapt, with excellent coordination and flexibility. After an initial awkward phase, she quickly found her rhythm under Gu Cheng’s lead.
“Hubby, I’ve got it!” she exclaimed. “Aren’t I clever?”
The corners of Gu Cheng’s lips curled slightly. “Mm.”
Ning Yi had initially planned to just wing it, but as she followed Gu Cheng’s rhythm, she realized—dancing was actually pretty easy?
Her black dress swayed slightly, the hem brushing against Gu Cheng’s tailored trousers.
The platinum gleam of his tie clip perfectly complemented the shimmer of the hairpin nestled in her dark locks.
Gu Cheng glanced down at her, his eyes holding a faint smile throughout.
The ballroom was filled with dancing couples, but the livestream comments were fixated on one pair—
[“Sorry, all I can see is Eldest Young Master Gu and Sister Ning. They’re just… so perfect… Oh my god, so perfect…”]
[“A cold, dominant CEO paired with a relaxed, radiant beauty—don’t let this ship kill me!”]
[“And their tie clip and hairpin match! A true couple’s set!”]
[“Real couples are unbeatable (sobs). I can already sense a flood of sweetness now that Eldest Young Master Gu is back on his feet!”]
—
And so, the inter-provincial elite sports event came to a close amidst elegant waltzes.
Ding Ziyue, busy rushing home to demand PR strategies from her brother, didn’t even have time to enjoy a romantic moment with Jiang Linyi.
“Ziyue—”
Ding Ziyue lifted her dress, running off like Cinderella.
She needed to reorganize the plotlines to ensure her love story with Jiang Linyi developed smoothly as foretold.
“Brother Linyi,” she called over her shoulder, “tonight’s love ends here, but tomorrow we’ll be even sweeter!”
Ning Yi, with her sharp hearing, caught the cheesy line as she was leaving and turned her head, ready to tease Gu Cheng with it.
But when she glanced at him, the “king of theatrics” really did look too stunning to mock, so she reluctantly let it slide.
“What?” Gu Cheng asked.
“Nothing ^3^,” Ning Yi replied with a grin.
—
In the aftermath of this grand event, the biggest winner among online influencers was, without a doubt, Zhao Mochu.
From the tension-filled compatibility games on day one to the couple’s interactive games on day two and finally to the evening banquet’s couple’s dance—she had updated all the CP photos and clips in real time.
Even Wander’s lonely retreat hadn’t escaped her coverage. Both Gu de Mo Ning and Wan Shi Ru Yi shippers were growing rapidly.
Sister Ning, you are truly a star!
Meanwhile, the Zhao family’s business talks with Gu’s were progressing smoothly. Rumour had it that Gu corporation would soon invest in CMore. Zhao Mochu had positioned herself perfectly!
And now, with Eldest Young Master Gu back on his feet, everyone eagerly anticipated one thing:
For him to spoil Sister Ning even more relentlessly.
The viewers couldn’t get enough. Shower them with sugar, please!
—
After the banquet, Gu Cheng and Ning Yi returned home to find the Gu family estate still brightly lit.
Old Master Gu stood at the entrance, leaning on his cane, with Song Lan supporting him. Both of them waited eagerly by the door, visibly emotional.
When Gu Cheng stepped out of the Maybach, extending his legs and standing tall with steady poise, the two elders were overwhelmed with tears.
He’s healed. Ah Cheng’s legs are truly healed!
From three years in a vegetative state to a complete and thorough recovery—what a miracle.
Gu Cheng nodded, “Grandfather, Mother.”
Old Master Gu, his voice trembling, could only repeat, “Good, good, good!”
Song Lan wiped her eyes and asked, “Did you eat well tonight? I can have the kitchen prepare something—”
“We’re good, Mom!” Ning Yi chimed in cheerfully.
Gu Cheng glanced at her, his height now making her tilt her head further to meet his gaze.
Ning Yi turned back, realizing she’d need time to adjust to this new height difference. Looking at him too fast might strain my neck. Guess my cervical spine’s in for some exercise.
“Mm, Mom,” Gu Cheng added calmly, “there’s no need.”
Song Lan, still emotional, replied, “Good, good! Then you two rest early. Now that Ah Cheng is fully recovered, there’s nothing left for us to worry about—”
Having experienced so many accidents, Song Lan had come to realize that no amount of money could compare to health and happiness.
Even though many wealthy families had sent signals of interest in alliances, Song Lan remained unmoved.
*Little Ning is our family’s blessing! Without her, Ah Cheng’s recovery might have taken even longer!*
Looking at the two of them, Song Lan said earnestly, “As long as you two stay well and happy every day, that’s all we need.”
Ning Yi nodded sweetly. “Mm-hmm! We will!”
Gu Cheng, steady as ever, added, “Rest assured.”
After coaxing the two overly emotional elders to rest, the couple headed back to their private residence.
Ning Yi skipped ahead for a few steps before circling back to the car, peeking behind to check the trunk.
Assistant Zhou asked, “Madam, is something wrong?”
Ning Yi replied, “Where’s the wheelchair?”
Assistant Zhou paused, then answered, “It’s still here, Madam, but Young Master doesn’t need it anymore—”
Ning Yi interrupted, “Oh, but it’s so meaningful! We have to keep it!”
Assistant Zhou was momentarily stunned before being deeply moved.
What is this? This is: “Even now that you’ve reached the summit, I will cherish the days of your solitude.”
Their love… sob sob sob!
Ning Yi, meanwhile: It’s so I can sit in it sometimes! ^_^
After all, now that her husband’s entire body had healed, she couldn’t swap into him for the five-star hotel experience, nor could she casually use the wheelchair as a personal transportation tool anymore.
Ah! Such a pity.
Gu Cheng: …
He could tell exactly what she was thinking.
—
That evening, Gu Cheng was reviewing documents as usual.
What was the biggest difference now that Gu Cheng could stand?
He could work even harder.
Without any physical limitations, he fully embodied his role as the tireless business emperor. Earlier, Ning Yi overheard Assistant Zhou reporting the next day’s schedule: three meetings in the morning, four in the afternoon, and dinner with an out-of-town bigwig in the evening.
Ning Yi: With hubby working so diligently, I can lie down even more comfortably!
By the time Gu Cheng finished and got into bed, Ning Yi had already taken a light nap.
“Hubby, done with work?” she murmured, her voice groggy and soft, far removed from her daytime energy.
Gu Cheng lay down gently.
Now that his legs were fully functional, he no longer needed to support himself with his arms, and the bed barely dipped under his weight.
“Mm. Sleep.”
Ning Yi rolled around on the bed, shaking off her drowsiness.
“What’s wrong?” Gu Cheng turned to look at her. “Don’t want to sleep?”
Ning Yi giggled nervously.
Somehow, now that Gu Cheng’s legs had recovered, lying next to him felt a bit… intimidating.
She rolled twice under his gaze before blushing and hesitantly speaking.
Gu Cheng waited patiently, curious. It was rare for her to be genuinely shy.
Finally, she said, “Hubby, I feel like it’s a little… cramped.”
Gu Cheng: “?”
Is it because these two legs that didn’t exist before are now taking up space?
He reached out, pinching her flushed cheeks. “Where’s it cramped?”
Ning Yi: OxO
It’s because his presence is too overwhelming!
Now that he could move his entire body, every inch of him exuded strength. He felt like a sleeping beast lying next to her. Of course, she needed time to adjust!
“Ah Yi,” Gu Cheng propped himself up on one arm, casting a shadow over her. His low voice carried a trace of seduction. “Are you scared?”
Scared? What’s there to be scared of? Humans can’t possibly be scarier than zombies! Ning Yi thought.
She sprawled out dramatically in a starfish pose. “Come on, hubby! Take whatever you want!”
Gu Cheng looked down at her for a moment before chuckling. “You think I’m picking vegetables?”
Ning Yi struck a coquettish pose. “I’m not bad, am I, hubby?”
Gu Cheng grabbed the blanket she had kicked off, pulling it over her as he half-embraced her, patting her head with one hand.
This silly girl.
There was clearly a string in her heart that hadn’t been plucked yet.
Gu Cheng didn’t believe she had no feelings for him, but… it seemed her emotions needed nurturing.
So, step one was building the emotional connection.
As for everything else, well… those would naturally follow when the time was right.
Gu Cheng approached the matter with his usual logical precision.
Meanwhile, nestled in his arms and blanket, Ning Yi squirmed slightly. “Hubby, I haven’t officially congratulated you yet. Baby is so happy for you! Congrats on your three legs finally reconciling their differences!”
Gu Cheng: “…” What a metaphor.
Gu Cheng: “Thank you, darling.”
Ning Yi blinked her wide, sparkling eyes. “So, hubby, you’ll definitely be making even more money now, right?”
Gu Capital’s lead investment in CMore was already in its final stages.
The funding round was primarily aimed at team expansion and technical upgrades. While Ning Yi’s position as the team’s core technical architect remained secure, the growing user base meant significant costs for enhanced product development, algorithm updates, and infrastructure improvements.
Gu’s lead role in the investment round not only boosted CMore’s market valuation but also helped the platform secure a $500 million investment—an incredible milestone for CMore.
“Hubby,” Ning Yi began playfully, “if one day you realize that a lot of your money has ended up in your baby’s pocket, what would you think?”
Gu Cheng asked calmly, “And how much is ‘a lot’?”
For someone like Gu Cheng, very few sums could be considered “a lot.”
Ning Yi tugged at the edge of the blanket, her fingers trailing up to Gu Cheng’s jawline, where she cheekily gave it a scratch. Just as Gu Cheng grabbed her hand, she blurted, “Three hundred million?”
The funding round was higher than that.
Although not all of it was from Gu Capital, the money was still going directly into the CMore platform.
As the technical architect, Ning Yi was well on her way to immense wealth. And if the platform ever went public, her substantial equity stake would send her soaring! ^_^
Gu Cheng seriously considered her words before replying, “That would depend on how it ended up in your hands.”
Three hundred million wasn’t an astronomical figure for him, but in terms of cash flow for large-scale projects, it was still significant.
Gu Cheng, often referred to as a “business emperor,” didn’t see himself as a reckless ruler.
Every decision he made was rooted in thorough market research, robust data analysis, and years of battle-tested experience. These were the foundations of his success—not emotions or impulse.
Ning Yi: Got it! Loud and clear!
The strongest programmer in the apocalypse totally deserves this!
Snuggled in the blanket, Ning Yi began daydreaming about her life after becoming fabulously wealthy.
Her visions were so wonderful that she grew drowsy, her eyelids fluttering as her thick lashes cast shadows before finally closing.
Ning Yi didn’t even realize that moments ago, she thought Gu Cheng’s overwhelming presence made it hard to sleep. Now, after chatting for a bit in his embrace, she had drifted off peacefully.
Her breathing became soft and even, filling the room with tranquillity. A low chuckle came from Gu Cheng’s side before the lights dimmed.
The room fell into a serene stillness.
Gu Cheng leaned back against the headboard, quietly thinking in the dark.
After a moment, the person wrapped in the blanket murmured in her sleep:
“Hubby!”
“You’re gonna love me to death after this…”
Ning Yi, still dreaming, envisioned their success at the contract signing when the $500 million landed in her platform’s lap. Then, he’d understand just what a technical genius she was!
Gu Cheng heard her dreamy mumbling, the corners of his lips curving into a faint smile.
“Got it,” he murmured.
—
The next morning, Gu Cheng was heading to his company and decided to bring Ning Yi along. On their way from the estate to the group headquarters, they passed by one of his smaller logistics companies.
After Ning Yi had done a minor system upgrade for them previously, the manager treated her with utmost respect, providing regular updates on operations. Just as Gu Cheng had said, the company was essentially a money-making machine gifted to her.
But Ning Yi wasn’t content with just coasting along.
Having recently thrown Gu Capital a lucrative olive branch, she was planning her next steps. Once the funding was in place and her secret identity as a tech architect was revealed, she could boldly optimize her logistics company’s systems without holding back.
Ah, so busy every day!~
The Maybach soon arrived at Gu Group headquarters, where a grand red-carpet reception awaited.
“Welcome, Eldest Young Master Gu!”
“Congratulations, Eldest Young Master Gu!”
“The king returns, his fortune undiminished!”
Ning Yi had seen such fanfare before. While still impressive, this time she remained as composed as Gu Cheng himself.
The first time she came to Gu Group, it was shortly after Gu Cheng awoke from his vegetative state.
Back then, he sat in a wheelchair, exuding a dark and foreboding aura, with Ning Yi pushing him from behind.
Today, Gu Cheng stood tall at the end of the red carpet, holding Ning Yi’s wrist.
“Let’s go,” he said.
This time, they walked in side by side.
Assistant Zhou behind them: *T^T*
Love. Nothing more to say. Just love!
—
Gu Cheng’s schedule for the day was packed.
Now fully recovered, his energy levels were excellent, and he naturally shouldered an even greater workload.
Ning Yi sipped on the apple juice prepared by a secretary as she watched Gu Cheng stride confidently into the meeting room.
Truly a tireless business emperor!
She borrowed a computer to catch up on some work with Zhao Weining and their team. Meanwhile, different assistants came by at regular intervals to deliver various snacks. Ning Yi had a busy morning.
Midway through, she even received a rare message from Gu Zhisong.
After being quietly demoted by Gu Cheng, the old schemer had kept a low profile for a while. Yet every so often, he would still send her manipulative messages, convinced he could mentally control someone close to Gu Cheng. But now that Gu Cheng’s legs had recovered, his faction clearly couldn’t sit still anymore.
Resorting to his usual psychological tactics, he messaged her:
[Gu Cheng’s legs are better now. Ten elite families are interested in an alliance with the Gu family. You should know where that leaves you.]
Ning Yi: Send money.
[Recently, Gu Cheng has been planning a significant investment in an internet platform—not that you’d understand. Since you’re by his side, try to take photos of some contract documents and send them to me. If you do, I can ensure you live better than before after your inevitable divorce from him.]
Ning Yi: Still waiting on the money.
Looks like the old schemer is struggling lately.
After ten minutes of radio silence, Gu Zhisong reluctantly transferred her a million yuan.
Ning Yi: [I… understand.]
The ellipsis, stretching six dots long, perfectly conveyed her supposed inner turmoil.
Gu Zhisong, satisfied with his interpretation of her hesitation, smirked condescendingly.
—
Half an hour later, at the Ding family estate:
Ding Yusen had just finished a call with Gu Zhisong.
His expression was slightly grim. His earlier plans to outmanoeuvre Gu Cheng in a joint project had faltered in the face of Gu Cheng’s cunning and unpredictable strategies. Now that Gu Cheng was fully back on his feet, the situation felt even more precarious.
With Gu Capital leading the CMore investment, the platform’s IPO in the U.S. seemed increasingly likely, making it one of the biggest stories in the tech industry. Ding Yusen couldn’t help but question if he had chosen the wrong side.
The Ding family’s future rests on my shoulders, he thought. To ensure Ziyue has a brighter future, I must put in even greater effort.
—
Meanwhile, Ding Ziyue had been complaining about Ning Yi to her circle of socialite friends.
“I heard Ning Yi even followed Eldest Young Master Gu to work today! She’s clinging to him like crazy!”
“She must be feeling threatened, knowing all these elite families are seeking alliances with the Gu family. Even Wen Zheli hasn’t given up yet! That sense of crisis must be driving her to monitor him constantly!”
By now, Ning Yi should’ve been cruelly humiliated and thrown out by Eldest Young Master Gu! Ding Ziyue fumed. How is she happier than me? Unacceptable!
Why should a man like Gu Cheng end up with someone like her?
Last night’s ball had been a stark reminder of his mature, masculine charm. The memory of that brief glimpse of him was enough to reignite her determination.
As she stepped out of her room, still brimming with frustration, she overheard her brother discussing Gu Cheng’s upcoming investment in CMore.
Ding Ziyue’s eyes lit up.
That founder!
She remembered she still had a chance to make an impression in front of Gu Cheng.
The founder of CMore had remained elusive, but as his so-called muse, *she* could be the catalyst that brought him into the spotlight!
In the future, whenever people thought of that tech genius, they would also think of her!
Her excitement grew as she opened 01’s homepage, only to discover that his IP address had recently shifted from Kyrgyzstan back to China.
Ding Ziyue made an immediate decision: I’ll track him down through his IP!
Founder, wait for me! I’ll give you the chance to meet your muse!
Eldest Young Master Gu, wait for me too! I’ll make sure you see my worth!
She quickly sent Jiang Linyi a wistful voice message:
“Brother Linyi, our love is giving me so much pressure. I think I need to take some time away to clear my mind.”
—
Back at the Gu Group’s executive suite, Ning Yi relaxed as she waited for Gu Cheng to finish his meetings.
By the end of his high-intensity workday, Gu Cheng’s next trip had already been scheduled.
In three days, he was set to visit a provincial port to inspect a project with a shipbuilding company.
“I’ll be back as soon as possible,” Gu Cheng said casually.
While Gu Cheng had briefly considered taking Ning Yi along on his trip, he ultimately decided against it. Since waking up, they had spent nearly all their time together. Perhaps a short separation would make her… miss him more?
When he returned, he would have the signing ceremony with CMore, meet the elusive founder, and wrap up the investment project. Soon after, it would be his birthday—a day he definitely intended to spend with Ning Yi.
However—
Glancing at her eagerly waiting for dinner, Gu Cheng thought to himself: If she really wants to come, I wouldn’t say no.
Ning Yi, as expected, had no objections to his plans. She nodded enthusiastically. “Alright, sounds good!”
Assistant Zhou, standing nearby, smiled. “Very well, Young Master. I’ll book your flight to X City, the coastal destination for this trip.”
He glanced at Ning Yi and deliberately emphasized a certain word: “You also purchased a yacht from the shipbuilding company last time, and they’re eagerly anticipating your visit.”
Ning Yi’s ears perked up immediately.
Hmm? A yacht?
Her yacht!
“Hubby, are you going to the seaside for work? Are you secretly planning to check out *my* yacht?!”
Gu Cheng shot a glance at Assistant Zhou, who quickly lowered his head. His expression was hard to interpret—perhaps a mix of annoyance and approval.
Assistant Zhou, however, prided himself on being a master of investor micro expressions. This is the look of ‘You’re meddling, but you’re not wrong.’
Satisfied, Assistant Zhou silently celebrated: Success.
Ning Yi grabbed Gu Cheng’s arm. “Hubby! I want to go! I want to go!”
After all, it was her final birthday present, and she hadn’t even seen it yet!
Gu Cheng sighed lightly. “Fine.”
If she wants to come, so be it. It’s just a matter of carving out some extra time for her.
Assistant Zhou silently basked in the glow of his accomplishment. A romantic seaside trip with a luxury hotel stay—this will definitely strengthen their relationship further!
I am truly the most professional assistant to the CEO. (Fist pump)
—
Ning Yi spent the entire day at Gu Group and came away with one major observation:
The entire company was buzzing with excitement!
After all, it was Eldest Young Master Gu’s first day back on his feet. From the employees to the top executives, everyone straightened their backs and radiated determination as he passed by.
The sight of his gaze sweeping across the room filled everyone with renewed energy!
In the executive office, the assistants and secretaries seemed to be operating on pure adrenaline.
Their king had fully returned. A brighter, stronger future for Gu Group awaited!
As expected of Eldest Young Master Gu, a man of imperial destiny, forever legendary!
Ning Yi observed all this with only one thought:
Damn, he’s pulling off this act so well!
Is this the difference between 188cm and 150cm (wheelchair edition)?!
She continued to watch him in secret, quietly envious, until Gu Cheng finally wrapped up most of his work. Sneaking closer, she whispered, “Hubby, let me try it out!”
Gu Cheng, finishing his last tasks before taking her out for dinner, looked up. “Try what?”
Her eyes sparkled with excitement: Standing tall while exuding absolute dominance!
Gu Cheng: ?
I think I know exactly what’s going through her mind.
Ning Yi, now very polite and considerate, even gave him a heads-up before swapping their bodies. Seeing no objection from Gu Cheng (not that he could stop her anyway), she gleefully switched into his body.
Just then, Wang Wu knocked on the door. “Young Master.”
Ning Yi, now in Gu Cheng’s tall and imposing body, coolly said, “Enter.”
Wang Wu walked in, his head respectfully lowered. “Young Master, the security team is requesting approval for enhanced professional training.”
Standing by the window, Ning Yi raised a hand to tap her temple. With her newly acquired 188cm height and 36-degree body temperature, she uttered a single frosty word: “Approved.”
Wang Wu’s face filled with awe. “!”
The overwhelming cold aura radiating from him!
Their entire security team would have to improve themselves significantly to be worthy of guarding such a presence!
Watching Wang Wu leave, visibly inspired, Gu Cheng sat silently nearby.
“… …”
What just happened?
Who’s the real lunatic here?
Ning Yi: (Secretly delighted)
She had to admit, this time swapping bodies felt entirely different. She was even a little nervous.
After all, she had never walked around using Gu Cheng’s body before!
She tentatively paced back and forth in the spacious CEO’s office.
Gu Cheng turned to look at her: “?”
After two seconds of silence, he said with a blank expression, “Ning Yi, don’t walk pigeon-toed.”
A 188cm man walking pigeon-toed—how ridiculous would that look?
Ning Yi: “Oh, oh, got it!”
Geez, I’m just nervous!
The perspective was completely new—so high up! She could even see the tops of most people’s heads!
When Assistant Zhou entered to deliver the materials for “Young Master Gu” to review and take home, he was met with the sight of “Young Master Gu” staring intently at the top of his head.
Ning Yi: Wow, he has two cowlicks!
Assistant Zhou: ?? Am I balding?!
Feeling uneasy, Assistant Zhou discreetly slipped away and went straight to the restroom to check the mirror—
Not bald yet, right? Sure, working for Young Master Gu is intense, but it hasn’t reached the point of causing hair loss… right?
—
Overall, Ning Yi was thoroughly pleased with her new tall, powerful body.
With all of Gu Cheng’s “three legs” fully functional now, it could run, jump, and do anything!
She was so excited she didn’t even know what to do with these long legs.
What should I do first?
Gu Cheng finished reviewing his documents and got ready to take Ning Yi out for dinner.
When he looked up, he saw his own body leaning against the wall, both legs slowly sliding downward.
Gu Cheng: “…What are you doing?”
Ning Yi: With legs this long, let’s try a split!
Gu Cheng: “?”
Halfway into the split, Ning Yi politely propped herself back up against the wall and stood up.
Gu Cheng: “All better now?”
“Yep, yep.” Ning Yi cheerfully swapped their bodies back.
Gu Cheng’s brows furrowed slightly as he sat down slowly, his expression neutral at first but gradually turning colder.
The Young Master’s eyebrows knitted tightly. “Darling, you…”
Ning Yi: O3O
Oops. I messed up.
Accidentally… pulled something.
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