After a long pause, a sigh finally escaped, "Okay."

Gong Li'an's agreement sent my heartbeat into disarray, not sure if it was from the relief of liking Gong Li'an or from moving a step closer to my revenge against Xie Weihuan.

My red lips pressed against his icy ones, seemingly melting a block of ice.

He gradually took control, cradling the back of my head to deepen the kiss.

Gong Li'an was gentle, but his kiss was domineering, skillfully conquering every corner, squeezing the air out of my lungs.

I was the first to succumb, like a dying fish gasping for breath.

Gong Li'an released me, then gently kissed the corner of my lips.

"I'll look into it and give you an explanation."

I was suddenly very curious about how Gong Li'an would deal with Xie Weihuan.

"What kind of explanation? Will you divorce her? Or will you make her deeds public?"

Gong Li'an's deep gaze rested on me, but he remained silent.

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His silence was an answer in itself. Gong Li'an couldn't do it, not even for the sake of family reputation.

With a bitter smile, I let go of Gong Li'an, "Just find out the truth for yourself, I don't need an explanation."

I would seek my own form of justice, whether for what was done to me or to my sister, I would personally reclaim it from Xie Weihuan.

Gong Li'an didn't let go, instead, he tightened his embrace, "Whatever you want, I can give you."

"Alright, I'd like a new job, could you find me one, please?

I'd also love to continue tutoring, to see you and Xiao Jue every day.

But now, with Jiang Lun dead, your wife must hate me to the core. I dare not visit the Gong residence anymore, yet I wish to see you every day.

Can I stay by your side, sir?"

Clutching Gong Li'an's lapel, I spoke with heartfelt sincerity, tears brimming in my eyes as if he was my entire world.

"Okay."

Gong Li'an decisively agreed, kissing the corners of my eyes.

"You can be my assistant, then you'll see me every day."

"Will the madam be angry about this?"

"She won't be. She has no say in the company matters. Don't worry, she can't trouble you."

With Gong Li'an's assurance, I felt much relieved and left a big kiss on the corner of his mouth.

"Thank you, sir. You are truly the kindest person to me in this world."

Blushing, I lowered my head, the corners of my mouth lifted in joy. For now, I couldn't reach the Xie family, so staying by Gong Li'an's side was the best temporary strategy.

Gong Li'an made me his assistant, a newly created position with no real duties, just to serve him tea and provide special companionship.

This made me somewhat unhappy. After all, I'm a graduate from a prestigious school, how could I just sit there like a decorative vase?

I coquettishly complained to Gong Li'an, but he merely captured my misbehaving hands and kissed me recklessly.