Chapter 50: A Man and a Woman Alone in a Room
“I don’t live here.” Lian Li’s relaxed nerves tensed up at this sentence, and she looked up at Jin Shi Yue with wary eyes.
“I have a place to live.”
“It’s been following you.” Jin Shi Yue glanced at the God of Wealth behind her, his thin lips curling slightly, “Where do you intend to abduct my dog to?”
Lian Li followed his gaze and looked back. The large Tibetan Mastiff had been following her at a very close distance, practically going wherever she went.
“Why is your dog following me?” Lian Li’s delicate brows furrowed, very puzzled.
Jin Shi Yue’s gaze fixed on her fair face: “You ask it.”
The God of Wealth’s dark, bright eyes stared intently at Lian Li. Lian Li met its gaze for a moment, speechless.
Even if I asked, it couldn’t answer.
Lian Li gave up on communicating with the dog and turned to Jin Shi Yue: “Can’t you tie it up?”
“No.” Jin Shi Yue stated decisively, leaving no room for negotiation.
“Why?”
“It’s my dog, why are you asking so much?” Jin Shi Yue seemed even more wary than her, “Are you planning to steal my dog when I’m not looking?”
Lian Li felt like she was being blamed for at least three things. Her eyes darted, and she said, “I booked a hotel.”
Jin Shi Yue replied curtly: “Cancel it.”
Lian Li looked at him, then at the God of Wealth, her expression hesitant.
A man and a woman alone in a room…
Jin Shi Yue turned his gaze, scrutinizing her expression: “What, you have improper thoughts about me and plan to make a move?”
Lian Li: “?”
She had no improper thoughts!
Lian Li frowned: “I don’t.”
He knew she liked Jin Yan Ting and was still here to tease her.
“Then what are you afraid of?” Jin Shi Yue had an expression that said, ‘Don’t argue, you’re just too deeply in love with me and afraid you can’t control yourself.’
Although he was sharp-tongued, domineering, and unreasonable, his character and upbringing were still good, unlike scumbags like Zhao Lizheng.
It was Lian Li’s first time in New York, a rushed trip filled with both anticipation and deep disappointment. She was naturally a vigilant person, and in an unfamiliar environment, her heart was even more on edge.
Thinking about it from another angle, it wasn’t a bad thing that Jin Shi Yue knew she liked Jin Yan Ting.
She had someone in her heart, and that person was his older brother. He wouldn’t think she wanted to climb into his bed, covet his wealth, or seek power by marrying him.
Lian Li had witnessed Jin Shi Yue’s strength. If he wanted to do something, she wouldn’t be able to resist at all.
After a moment of thought, Lian Li pointed at the God of Wealth and voiced her concern: “What if it keeps following me?”
Jin Shi Yue’s dark eyes swept over: “It’s not that picky.”
Lian Li was completely relieved. Her dark almond eyes curiously peeked into the suite.
Seeing her regain her energy, Jin Shi Yue ignored her: “Get ready and come down.”
Lian Li watched the man walk past her, blinked her long, thick eyelashes, and pushed her suitcase into the room.
An apartment building in the billionaire’s district, 1550 feet tall, the tallest residential building in New York City, its elegant exterior was dazzling.
The suite had a handmade Nepalese carpet on the floor, was fully equipped with a walk-in closet and an en-suite bathroom, designed in a minimalist and elegant style. The double bed was neat and beautiful, like a sanctuary of luxury and rest.
Lian Li pulled open the curtains, revealing a vast and deep view. Standing in the bedroom, she could overlook New York’s iconic skyline and the curving horizon.
One had to admit, the Eldest Young Master knew how to enjoy himself.
Lian Li’s first action was to cancel her hotel booking, then she walked around the suite’s bedroom, tidying her hair and washing her face along the way.
She sat cross-legged on the carpet, spread out her suitcase, and gazed at the clothing inside, lost in thought. It was the God of Wealth nudging her that brought her back to reality.
Jin Yan Ting and Duan Shiqing were together.
Even if he truly treated Lian Li like a younger sister, they weren’t related by blood, so Duan Shiqing couldn’t possibly not mind.
Moreover, there were rumors about Jin Yan Ting and Lian Li outside.
Jin Yan Ting treated Lian Li well in all aspects, and his character was impeccable, otherwise, she wouldn’t have liked him.
If he reconciled with Duan Shiqing, he would probably still protect her, but she couldn’t be ignorant and continue to cling to him shamelessly.
Even biological siblings should have boundaries, let alone them.
Regardless of the reason, Lian Li would have to move out after returning and could no longer stay in the safe haven Jin Yan Ting had provided for her.
Lian Li made up her mind and then lay on the sofa like a salted fish for a while.
After a while, she gathered her energy, got up, tied her long hair into a neat bun with a hair tie, and then went downstairs.
In the spacious living room, Jin Shi Yue leaned against a glass cabinet, his sleeves rolled up, revealing a section of his wrist bone adorned with an expensive custom wristwatch, pale and strong.
He was motionless, a cigarette held between his long fingers, but it seemed he hadn’t taken a single puff. The cigarette had burned halfway, and ash fell onto the carpet.
The glass cabinet reflected the man’s appearance: tall, broad-shouldered, narrow-waisted, with sharp features and a defined profile. The collar of his shirt was slightly open, accentuating his roguish charm.
From head to toe, he exuded a wild handsomeness, filled with a potent sense of strength.
Lian Li looked at Jin Shi Yue’s indifferent face and for a moment, inexplicably felt like he was the one who had been dumped.
But she quickly dismissed the thought.
The Eldest Young Master had everything, so why would he be troubled?
She was the one who should be troubled; she had to help a large Tibetan Mastiff take a bath.
Jin Shi Yue sensed something and looked up at Lian Li on the staircase: “Standing there without speaking, who are you trying to scare?”
“…” If you’re so easily scared, you should reflect on whether you’ve done too many bad deeds.
Lian Li didn’t think she was scary at all; it was clearly him who was always frightening. He walked without a sound, appearing out of nowhere, arrogantly honking his horn… his transgressions were countless.
Lian Li walked down and pointed at the smart water dispenser: “Is the water here drinkable?”
Jin Shi Yue’s gaze lazily swept over: “It won’t kill you.”
Lian Li asked again: “Then will drinking it cause any health problems?”
Jin Shi Yue stubbed out his cigarette, a slight smile on his thin lips: “You can try.”
Lian Li said “oh” and her gaze swept around, finding the Tibetan Mastiff’s dedicated water bowl. She glanced at the logo on the side.
So extravagant.
Even the bowls for dogs were from a European luxury brand; they were excessively extravagant.
Jin Shi Yue watched Lian Li pour water into the bowl and place it in front of the God of Wealth, his eyebrows slightly raised.
“Making my dog test the water for you, Junior Sister, you’re quite precious.”
The God of Wealth lay on the ground, burying its head to drink water, its obedient appearance nothing like a ferocious Tibetan Mastiff.
“I didn’t, don’t falsely accuse me.” Lian Li’s expression remained unchanged as she crouched down to look at the God of Wealth, “If you don’t give it water, it’ll be parched.”
“What, do I have to apologize to it too?” Jin Shi Yue said.
Lian Li replied: “…No need.”
After drinking the water, the God of Wealth looked up, tilting its face to gaze at her.
Seeing it looking energetic, Lian Li stood up and asked Jin Shi Yue where she could find a clean cup. After getting permission, she poured herself some warm water and drank a few sips.
Jin Shi Yue rested his arm on the piano stand next to the glass cabinet, his posture relaxed, and he said with a smirk: “I think you’re the one who’s parched.”
