Maximize Interest, My Money Grows Infinitely Chapter 417 - 249: The Beauty Matches the Talented Man2

She stood up, "I won’t perform the opera, but may I sing a song in the operatic style?"

Chen Cheng nodded.

ng Wanning adjusted her breathing and then cleared her throat.

She began to sing of an old acquaintance t in a foreign place,

Every step and word brimd with yearning.

Below the stage, nas were being honored,

Unaware of the past friends above.

He spoke of bridal chamber and wedding candles,

The crowd congratulated the beauty matched with talent,

Yet not a word was heard, a sigh for the love-stricken in the play.

In just a few lines, Liu Shaoxin and Chu Qin had their eyes opened wide.

ng Wanning’s voice was clear and piercing, bearing the unique charm of Beijing Opera, yet it didn’t feel outdated.

Every note, every trill, it was just right, fully expressing the emotions of the song.

The private room was so quiet, no one snapped back to reality even in the tens of seconds after ng Wanning finished singing.

Chen Cheng looked at her, so sensible and cute, his eyes filled with warmth.

"Bravo! That was amazing!"

Liu Shaoxin excitedly said, "I had no idea Miss ng was not only beautiful but also so talented in singing! It’s truly an eye-opener!"

Chu Qin also followed with praise, "Yes, with such a voice, such charisma, it’s a pity if you are not a professional singer!"

Chen Cheng proudly said, "Lao Liu, rember to watch this year’s Spring Festival Gala. My Wan Wan is going to perform."

"Really? That’s incredible!"

ng Wanning quickly walked over to Chen Cheng, extended her small hand, and gently covered his mouth, "My lord, it’s not a done deal yet!"

Chen Cheng smiled and pulled the hand away from his mouth, "Isn’t it a matter that’s already settled?"

"Hahaha! Brother Chen, you are indeed very lucky!"

Liu Shaoxin laughed, "To find such a beautiful and talented girlfriend really makes others envious!"

Chen Cheng held ng Wanning’s hand, "I also feel like I have good fortune, really quite wonderful."

"Getting ahead of yourself! You’re getting ahead of yourself!"

Liu Shaoxin laughed heartily, "Co on, tonight we won’t go ho unless we’re drunk!"

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After the al, Chen Cheng and ng Wanning saw off Liu Shaoxin and his wife, and then returned to their room.

Chen Cheng sat on the sofa, loosening his tie.

ng Wanning brought over so warm water, "My lord, have so water."

"Uh-huh."

Chen Cheng took a sip, "Wan Wan, you truly dazzled today."

ng Wanning smiled and responded, "You’ve heard sing opera before. I sing opera even better than I sing songs."

Chen Cheng shook his head, "I an, your willingness to fulfill my request."

"My lord, I’ve said before, I will certainly do as you command." ng Wanning said earnestly, "Besides, today they were all outsiders, influential people; I couldn’t cause you to lose face."

Chen Cheng set down the cup, patted the spot beside him, and ng Wanning sat down with restraint.

"I’m not talking about that. I’m touched that you would do things you’re not used to for my sake."

"Actually, I’m also learning to change." ng Wanning spoke softly, "Before, in my life, it was just . But from now on, life isn’t only about myself."

Chen Cheng tightened his arms, "Sorry to trouble you."

"Not at all." ng Wanning gave a slight smile.

Chen Cheng looked at her cheerful smile, "Are you thinking about sothing happy?"

ng Wanning recounted to Chen Cheng all the persuasions by Chu Qin, "She thought I was jealous and unhappy."

"There’s nothing to be jealous about."

"Yeah." ng Wanning continued, "It’s just..."

"Just what?"

ng Wanning looked up at Chen Cheng, "My lord, now that your business talks are finished, does that an we’re going back to Beijing tomorrow?"

Chen Cheng suddenly realized, looking into her bright eyes, that ng Wanning didn’t want to return to that city full of people just yet.

After all, here, it was only the two of them.

"Reluctant to leave?" Chen Cheng asked tenderly.

ng Wanning nodded lightly, then shook her head, "It’s not that I’m reluctant, it’s just... here, it’s so relaxing, so comfortable."

She paused, her voice growing softer, "Back in Beijing, I have to return to that theater ensemble, and every day has no anticipation but practice."

She leaned on Chen Cheng’s chest, "Moreover, once back there, you will not only belong to ."

Chen Cheng could feel the restraint, tightly embraced by two tender arms around his waist.

ng Wanning was reluctant to let go, nor did she wish to hastily end this precious trip.

"Then let’s stay a few more days."

"Really?" ng Wanning’s eyes shone with light.

"Of course it’s true." Chen Cheng nodded affirmatively, "Wherever you want to go, I’ll accompany you."

ng Wanning smiled happily, "I haven’t thought about it yet."

"Then take your ti to think, we have plenty of ti." Chen Cheng playfully scrubbed her nose, "Have you showered yet?"

"Not yet."

After saying that, ng Wanning suddenly let go of her hold, nervously plucking at the hem of her clothes.

Earlier, she might have been able to imagine sharing a room with Chen Cheng, but now, that imagination was about to beco reality.

Her gaze unintentionally swept towards the large bed nearby. Her mind was in disarray, and her cheeks flushed even hotter.

In such monts, the guidance of a man becos crucial.

Seeing her like this, Chen Cheng said, "Shall I go shower first? The alcohol is going to hit soon."

"Uh-huh."

Chen Cheng got up and walked towards the bathroom.

Not long after, the sound of rushing water could be heard from within.

The sound of the water was like a catalyst, making ng Wanning’s heartbeat accelerate.

She stood there, not knowing what to do, feeling a hot flush over her body, yet she dared not approach the air conditioning.

She sneakily glanced in the direction of the bathroom, imagining what Chen Cheng looked like inside, and her cheeks blushed even more.

ng Wanning went over to her suitcase, rummaging aimlessly in an attempt to divert her attention.

She took out a few clothes, then put them back, and then took out so makeup, looking in the mirror only to find her face was even redder than before.

She took a deep breath, trying to calm herself down.

She told herself it was no big deal, that Chen Cheng was her boyfriend, and that they would eventually take this step.

But rational understanding couldn’t ease her nervousness and anxiety at this mont.

The sound of the water stopped, and ng Wanning’s heart rose to her throat.

She hastily picked up a magazine laid out by the hotel on the table, her back turned to the bathroom, and hastily flipped through it.

Chen Cheng, dressed in a robe, ca out and saw ng Wanning with her back to him, his lips curving into a smile.

"The water was a bit hot, you should try the temperature first."

He walked to the left side of the large bed and sat down.

"Okay..."

"Then I’m going to sleep first."

"Hmm..."

Chen Cheng crawled into the bed, turning off the bedside lamp on his side.

As ng Wanning heard so movent, she quietly closed the barely viewed magazine and tiptoed towards the bathroom.

The sound of running water, whoosh whoosh whoosh.

Chen Cheng also heard the rush of water.

He wasn’t sleepy at all, and now, even more alert.

But to avoid embarrassing ng Wanning, he turned his back to her.

About twenty minutes later, the sound of water stopped.

Chen Cheng’s eyes opened in the darkness.

He heard the soft footsteps and the faint sound of breathing.

Rustle rustle.

The other side of the bed cover was lifted slightly, and Chen Cheng could distinctly feel a cool breeze entering the blanket.

ng Wanning didn’t dare breathe out loud, looking at Chen Cheng’s still back, thinking he was really asleep.

She gripped her side of the covers tightly, only her eyes revealed, nervously watching the ceiling.

But Chen Cheng felt sothing was off.

A slight trembling, and Chen Cheng knew, ng Wanning hadn’t fallen asleep, and she was very nervous.

He slowly turned over, pretending to have just woken up, and murmured, "Wan Wan, you’re not asleep yet?"

In the dark, ng Wanning’s eyes grew wider; she hadn’t expected Chen Cheng to suddenly turn around, and she was even more flustered.

"I... I’m having trouble sleeping..." ng Wanning’s voice trembled, "Sir, did I wake you?"

"No."

Chen Cheng reached out and took her tightly curled hand in his.

"So cold?"

Chen Cheng felt the chill on her hand and pulled it under the quilt, warming her with his own body heat.

ng Wanning’s heart raced faster, feeling the volcanic warmth.

"Sir, I’m a bit scared..."

Chen Cheng gently smiled, "Silly girl, what’s there to be afraid of? I won’t bully you."

"But... but..."

ng Wanning turned her head away and caught a glimpse of the bright eyes in the darkness.

"I..."

She paused for a long ti, finally forcing out the words she herself didn’t know how to say, "Sir, can you hold ?"