The evening was serene until Gong Li'an's arrival disrupted it. I was immersed in cooking, the fragrance filling the air, and the sounds of kitchen utensils clanging drowned out the knock at the door.

Gong Jue tugged at my clothes, prompting me to quickly cover the pot and hurry to the door.

Peeking out timidly, my cheeks flushed from the kitchen's warmth, I said, "Ah, Mr. Gong, are you here for Gong Jue? Please, come in."

I fully opened the door, allowing him a view of Gong Jue playing on the sofa.

"Um," he glanced over but his gaze lingered on me.

The roomwarm, and I was dressed in just a tank top and shorts, with an apron that seemed to accentuate rather than conceal my figure. The simple outfit left little to the imagination, highlighting my slender limbs and curves.

I knelt down to offer Gong Li'an a pair of disposable slippers, without standing up. Instead, I looked up at him with an expectant gaze, silently urging him to change his shoes.

Gong Li'an's gaze was fixed on me, a hint of desire in his eyes that he might not have been fully aware of.

From his angle, the view was even more revealing, showcasing my form in a way that left little hidden. The submissive posture I assumed, directly in front of him, only added to the allure. It was evident from the slight bulge in his trousers that he was affected.

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"No, I won't come in. I'm here to take Gong Jue back," Gong Li'an said, clearing his throat, his gaze shifting towards Gong Jue on the sofa.

"Ah, right, the food is ready. Why don't you stay for dinner?" I suggested, as if remembering the dishes still simmering on the stove. I hurried back to the kitchen, leaving behind a figure that seemed to sway with each step.

Even without looking back, I could feel a burning gaze on me, unmistakably Gong Li'an's.

Having been the unrivaled campus beauty, pursued by many, I was no stranger to admiration. My flawless appearance and figure had attracted a long line of wealthy suitors.

Gong Li'an was just another man, albeit a more resistant one. But I was confident that winning him over was only a matter of time.

"Dinner's served~"

Bringing the dishes to the living room table, I moved quickly, yet the heat from the food still reddened my fingers. I pinched my earlobe to ease the sting, meeting Gong Li'an's gaze with a playful smile.

He seemed slightly embarrassed and stood up, "Let me help."

Watching his back as he moved to assist, I couldn't help but smirk. His involvement made the meal feel more like a family affair.

Finally, it was time to eat. My apartment was small, without a separate dining room, so we had to make do with the coffee table.

"The food is quite good," Gong Li'an remarked, acknowledging my culinary skills.

I smiled ruefully, "It's been many years of practice."

Gong Li'an surveyed the room, "Where is your family?"

Tears welled up instantly, falling into my rice bowl. I quickly wiped them away. "I don't have a family anymore."

Realizing his faux pas, Gong Li'an's expression tightened, a tinge of embarrassment crossing his face.

"I'm sorry, is there anything I can assist you with?"