Carrying his luggage, Ji Chengyi and Lin Jindu didn’t spare Yu Heyan another glance and went straight into the villa.

The villa was designed with local charm, adorned with beautiful stones that reflected dazzling light and shadows when the sun shone upon them.

Walking in the courtyard, Ji Chengyi commented to Lin Jindu, “The stones here are really beautiful.”

Lin Jindu responded with a simple grunt, “Hmm.”

Ji Chengyi sensed a different undertone in that “hmm” and glanced at Lin Jindu.

Lin Jindu had exceptionally attractive bone structure, even his profile was outstanding. However, his exceptional features sometimes gave him a natural aloofness when expressionless.

Viewers watching Lin Jindu through the live stream could sense a chilling aura, making them hesitant to post comments in the chat.

However, Ji Chengyi didn’t find Lin Jindu’s aura intimidating. Instead, he felt that Lin Jindu seemed a bit down compared to earlier.

Not wanting to pry into Lin Jindu’s emotions, Ji Chengyi refrained from asking further. After all, they weren’t close enough yet for him to inquire about Lin Jindu’s feelings.

Without Ji Chengyi asking, Lin Jindu suddenly turned his head, locking eyes with him and questioning, “What’s wrong?”

Ji Chengyi remained calm and replied, “Nothing.”

After a pause, he eventually asked, “Are you upset, Mr. Lin?”

Not certain of Lin Jin’s thoughts towards Yu Heyan, Ji Chengyi wanted to ensure their partnership wasn’t jeopardized by any negative sentiments. If Lin Jindu had any adverse feelings because of Yu Heyan, it could be detrimental to their collaboration.

Lin Jindu instantly caught on to Ji Chengyi’s concerns, gazing at him for a moment before turning back and continuing to walk ahead.

After a few steps, he turned back towards Ji Chengyi and reassured, “I’m not upset.”

Pausing for a moment, he added, “Mr. Ji, rest assured. You are you, and others are others. I won’t question your character based on someone else’s actions.”

Ji Chengyi smiled lightly, “Thank you, Mr. Lin.”

Lin Jindu grunted in acknowledgment.

After a couple of seconds, he added, “The stones you have are also very nice.”

Ji Chengyi paused for a moment, realizing that Lin Jindu was referring to the bracelet he had given him. Feeling slightly unsure of how to respond, he simply replied, “Mr. Lin has a good eye.”

Lin Jindu responded with another “Hmm,” this time with a slightly more positive tone.

【Oh, who’s wagging their tail in front of their spouse? Watching the drama with crossed arms.jpg】

【So, was Lin Jindu jealous just now??】

【Ah, so sweet, so sweet! I don’t care! Even if the gods themselves descend, the CEO couple is still the sweetest!!!】

【I don’t get it, how is this sweet? Totally confused.jpg】

【What does it mean not to question Ji Chengyi’s character based on someone else’s actions?】

【Not sure, but feels like there’s some drama. Pondering.jpg】

As they conversed, Ji Chengyi and Lin Jindu entered through the villa’s main gate.

Guests were already waiting in the living room on the ground floor, and upon hearing someone enter, they stood up to greet them.

“Ji Chengyi, Lin Jindu,” a group of guests approached to greet them.

Ji Chengyi was still changing his shoes when he heard the voices and looked up towards the two guests.

Although he hadn’t watched the teaser clips, he had done some research on the plane. He had already memorized the basic names and appearances of the people involved.

Quickly recognizing them, Ji Chengyi identified the guests as Ye Fei and Dong Shen.

Ye Fei had a poised and refined demeanor, while Dong Shen was tall and handsome. The two of them looked quite compatible.

From what Ji Chengyi knew, these two had suddenly risen to fame in the past two years. While they had been acting before, they were previously well-regarded but not very famous within the industry.

Their sudden rise to stardom was due to the revelation by netizens of their eleven-year-long relationship. In today’s fast-paced era, finding a man who stays true to his heart and remains steadfast in love is quite rare.

Additionally, Dong Shen often portrayed roles of passionate second male leads, which contributed to their relationship being labeled as an “ideal boyfriend” by netizens.

At the peak of their popularity, many netizens were posting comments like—

“God owes me a Dong Shen.”

Ji Chengyi didn’t delve into these matters and simply responded calmly, “Hello, I’m Ji Chengyi.”

Lin Jindu also nodded politely, “I’m Lin Jindu.”

“Nice to meet you, I’m Dong Shen,” Dong Shen said, wrapping his arm around Ye Fei, “And this is my partner, Ye Fei.”

Ye Fei spoke gently, “Mr. Ji, Mr. Lin, come and have a seat. You can leave your luggage here for now.”

Just as Ji Chengyi was about to respond, a voice from behind interrupted, “Next time, if you give me such a difficult question again, I’ll knock out your front teeth!”

“To fix a tooth costs eight to nine thousand, if you have the money, go ahead and knock them out… New guests have arrived.”

Yao Tong’s scolding voice came to a halt. Following Shao Wenlun’s gaze, she too was taken aback.

Despite having done his homework on Ji Chengyi beforehand, seeing him in person still amazed Yao Tong. He had seen many stunning faces in the entertainment industry, but those were usually crafted by makeup. A natural beauty like Ji Chengyi was a rare sight for him.

Yao Tong was a bit entranced by Ji Chengyi’s appearance but managed to keep his composure and not stare for too long. He quickly walked towards them, asking Lin Jindu, “Why did you take so long to come over? Was your task difficult?”

Lin Jindu turned at the sound of Yao Tong’s voice, his gaze landing on Yao Tong. “Not really,” he responded.

Yao Tong: …

Feeling a bit caught off guard by Lin Jindu’s response, Yao Tong shifted his gaze around before returning it to Ji Chengyi. “This is Mr. Lin’s partner, Mr. Ji, right?”

Lin Jindu glanced at Ji Chengyi, staying silent for a moment. Eventually, Ji Chengyi spoke up, “Hello, I’m Ji Chengyi.”

【Haha, why isn’t anyone calling this sweet?】

【Too funny!】

【Ji Chengyi: Honey, say something!!!】

【Lin Jindu, can you give me your unwanted wife? Reaching out.jpg】

【I don’t get it, weren’t they supposed to be sweet after the engagement selection? Why do these two CEOs seem unfamiliar with each other?】

【Exactly, they seem unfamiliar. Otherwise, who would address their own spouse by calling them “this” or “that”?】

After the introductions, the three sets of guests settled back on the sofa. Just as they sat down, Yu Heyan and Chi Xingwen entered from outside.

Although Yu Heyan was young, his status in the entertainment industry surpassed that of the other guests present. Therefore, he didn’t engage in much small talk and simply greeted everyone before heading towards the sofa next to Ji Chengyi.

However, before he could even reach the sofa, his gaze locked with Lin Jindu’s intense eyes.

Yu Heyan wasn’t afraid of Lin Jindu. He knew that someone like Lin Jindu, with his status, wouldn’t stop to using his power and authority to suppress others. Essentially, they were already standing at the pinnacle of the pyramid and didn’t need to seek validation by oppressing the weaker ones.

So, Yu Heyan had flaunted his thoughts openly earlier. But now, when their eyes met, he couldn’t help but feel a bit uneasy. Despite Lin Jindu looking up at him, Yu Heyan felt a strange sensation of being overwhelmed by the inherent aura in Lin Jindu’s gaze.

Yu Heyan furrowed his brows in disbelief. However, after a couple of seconds, he pivoted and headed towards the other sofa.

Lin Jindu casually withdrew his gaze as if nothing had happened.

【Was it just my imagination? Did Lin Jindu’s eyes have a possessive look earlier?】

【So, that’s what possessiveness looks like! It’s so scary! I almost stopped breathing!】

【So, can the CEO couple really be together??】

【??? Isn’t anyone curious about what’s going on between Lin Jindu and Yu Heyan? Their hostility is so intense!!!】

Of course, some people noticed. Those who made it in the entertainment industry weren’t lacking in intelligence. Ye Fei and Yao Tong quickly sensed the strange tension between Yu Heyan and Lin Jindu. However, out of respect for Lin Jindu’s status, no one dared to gossip about it.

For a moment, the atmosphere in the living room became incredibly quiet.

However, the tranquil atmosphere was soon disrupted by a cheerful voice.

“Hello, everyone!”

Turning towards the sound, they saw a casually dressed young man with short black hair waving as he approached.

As the others didn’t immediately recognize him, there was a delayed reaction.

Unfazed, Cheng Song continued, “Nice to meet you all! I’m Cheng Song, the host of ‘Romantic Journey.’ Welcome to the Love Cabin. I’ll be spending these days with all of you. Are you all excited?”

Finally catching on, the people in the living room applauded and responded, “Excited, excited!”

Cheng Song humorously remarked, “Alright, now let’s hear a 500-word statement on happiness from the clapping teachers.”

Ye Fei and the others quickly stopped clapping.

“Not good with words, let Cheng Song demonstrate first,” Yao Tong retorted.

Cheng Song chuckled, “Huh? Sorry, the signal is bad here, I didn’t catch that.”

Yao Tong smiled, “I said you’re very handsome.”

Cheng Song playfully raised his eyebrows, “Then, Teacher Yao, come stand beside me instead of Teacher Sha.”

Shao Wenlun promptly pushed Yao Tong forward, saying, “Go on, thank you.”

Caught off guard by the shove, Yao Tong retaliated by playfully punching Shao Wenlun several times.

Despite the rough play, the living room atmosphere naturally became more lively.

Throughout all this, Ji Chengyi and Lin Jindu remained silent, each sitting quietly.

Even without speaking, they stood out among the crowd, especially Ji Chengyi. Although he didn’t engage in conversation, his gentle gaze lingered at the heart of the lively scene.

Noticing the humor around him, he would subtly curve his lips, revealing a soft and gentle smile.

Lin Jindu caught a glimpse of that faint smile on Ji Chengyi’s face and turned to him.

Thinking that Lin Jindu had something to say, Ji Chengyi shifted his gaze towards him, locking eyes with him.

Their eyes met.

Lin Jindu: …

Feeling a bit uneasy, Lin Jindu blinked and reached for a bottle of yogurt sponsored by the advertiser on the coffee table, offering it to Ji Chengyi, “Would you like to have this, Ji Chengyi?”

Observing this scene, Yu Heyan on the opposite sofa couldn’t help but smirk inwardly.

Brother Yi always disliked dairy products, and it seemed like Lin Jindu didn’t quite understand him. Yu Heyan realized he needed to quickly figure out how to appease brother Yi; otherwise, brother Yi might end up feeling wronged in Lin Jindu’s presence.

Yu Heyan’s thoughts were on point.

However, in the next moment…