The president's wife wants to run away

Chapter 2 Sweetness Under the Moonlight

There was silence on the other end of the phone for a few seconds. Just when I was about to give up hope, his deep voice sounded again: "Address."

He was very frugal with words, but I could hear a glimmer of hope in his two simple words. I quickly told him my current address and waited anxiously.

The next morning, a black Maybach stopped downstairs of the shabby residential complex where I lived, standing out from the crowd. My heart skipped a beat, and I had a vague feeling that this car was coming to see me.

As expected, the car window slowly rolled down, and Zhong Yuxuan's angular face appeared in front of me. He was wearing a well-cut black suit today, which made him look even more cold and sharp.

"Get in the car." His tone left no room for doubt.

I got into the car, and the cabin was filled with a faint scent of men's perfume, just like him, cold and strong.

"What kind of job do you want to do?" he asked while driving.

"I..." I hesitated. In fact, I didn't have any work experience, let alone in a big company like Zhong Group.

"Just be my personal assistant." He seemed to see through my thoughts and made the decision for me.

I looked up at him in surprise, wanting to say something but not knowing what to say.

Just like that, I became the personal assistant of the president of Zhong Group without knowing it.

On my first day at work, I followed Zhong Yuxuan into the company with trepidation. Along the way, I received countless curious, inquiring, and even somewhat contemptuous looks. I knew that everyone must be talking about me, the parachuted-in assistant to the president.

Zhong Yuxuan is very capable at work and is very decisive. I, a rookie in the workplace, am just like a clumsy follower next to him. Many times, I was scolded by him for my mistakes, and I wanted to find a hole to crawl into.

"Are the documents sorted out?" he asked without looking up.

"Not...not yet." I lowered my head and said in a low voice.

"With such low efficiency, how long do you want to drag it out?" There was a hint of impatience in his tone.

I bit my lip, said nothing, and quickly buried my head in organizing the documents.

"Come with me to a party tonight," he said suddenly.

"Me?" I pointed at myself in surprise.

"Any problem?" He raised an eyebrow.

"No...no." I shook my head quickly.

That night, I wore a black dress that Qin Xue lent me, and followed Zhong Yuxuan into the banquet hall nervously. The banquet hall was filled with people wearing fine clothes and drinking, and I suddenly felt like an outsider who didn't fit in.

"What are you nervous about?" Zhong Yuxuan seemed to see my uneasiness and lowered his head to whisper in my ear.

His voice was low and magnetic, like a gentle breath blowing into my ear, making my already nervous heart beat even faster.

"No...no." I denied in panic, but didn't dare to look into his deep eyes.

"Don't run around, stay with me." After he said that, he led me into the crowd.

That night, I followed him around like a dutiful little tail. He was talking and laughing, handling various occasions with ease, and I was like a curious baby, silently observing everything.

After the banquet, we walked side by side in the garden outside the hotel. The moonlight was like silver, shining on us, and everything around us seemed particularly quiet and beautiful.

"Thank you for taking me here tonight," I said softly.

"Don't thank me, you are mine, and these are what you should do." He said lightly, but there was a hint of imperceptible tenderness in his tone.

I was stunned for a moment, not knowing how to respond. Under the moonlight, his profile looked particularly handsome, and my heartbeat began to accelerate uncontrollably again.

Perhaps, my feelings towards him are more than just gratitude...

After returning home, I excitedly told Qin Xue about what I had seen and heard at the dinner party. She covered her mouth and giggled as she listened to my vivid description.

"It looks like our Luo Xue is going to be taken away by the big bad wolf!" Qin Xue joked, with a hint of ambiguity in her tone.

I blushed and quickly explained, "Don't talk nonsense, I'm just his assistant."

"Assistant? Can an assistant accompany him to such an important banquet? Luo Xue, stop playing dumb. Look at how happy you are. Who would believe you if you say you are not interested in him?" Qin Xue had an expression that said "I've seen through you a long time ago".

I was speechless after hearing what she said and could only bury my head in the pillow, trying to hide my burning cheeks.

"Luo Xue, if you like someone, go after him/her. Don't regret it after you miss him/her." Qin Xue patted my shoulder and encouraged me.

I know she is right, but a man like Zhong Yuxuan is like the stars in the sky, far away and out of reach. How can I, an ordinary Cinderella, dare to hope to get his love?

The next day at work, Zhong Yuxuan seemed to notice that I was absent-minded. He put down the documents in his hand and stared at me sharply.

"Didn't you get a good rest last night?"

I felt uneasy when he looked at me, so I quickly shook my head to deny it.

"Then just work hard and don't let your mind wander." His tone was stern, but it couldn't hide the hint of concern in it.

I immediately threw myself into the work as if I had received a shot of chicken blood. I would do my best to complete the tasks assigned by Zhong Yuxuan, and I would not dare to slack off even a little.

To my surprise, my efforts were appreciated by Zhong Yuxuan’s father, Zhong Shuhao, chairman of the Zhong Group.

"Yuxuan, this girl is very good. She is serious and responsible at work, just like you." Zhong Shuhao looked at me with a smile, his eyes full of approval.

I was flattered and quickly lowered my head, not daring to look him in the eye.

"Dad, she is just my assistant." Zhong Yuxuan said lightly, and his tone did not reveal his joy or anger.

"Assistant? I think it's more than just an assistant, right?" Zhong Shuhao looked at Zhong Yuxuan meaningfully, with a cunning light flashing in his eyes.

I suddenly felt my face burning, and I wanted to find a hole in the ground to crawl into. Zhong Yuxuan's face also became a little ugly. He was silent for a moment, and finally said nothing. He just picked up his coat and walked out of the office.

I looked at Zhong Shuhao anxiously, but found that he was looking at me with a smile, his eyes full of inquiry and curiosity. I knew that a storm was coming...

Zhong Shuhao's eyes swept over me like a searchlight, which made me feel uneasy. He put down the teacup in his hand and said kindly, "Xiao Li, don't be nervous. I just want to talk to you."

I clenched my clothes nervously, not knowing what the chairman of the group was up to. His next words shocked me even more: "I've heard about you and Yuxuan. It's normal for young people to fall in love."

My face flushed, and I quickly waved my hands to explain: "Director Zhong, you misunderstood. Mr. Zhong and I are just ordinary superiors and subordinates..."

"Do ordinary superiors and subordinates attend dinners together and take walks together?" Zhong Shuhao interrupted me with a meaningful smile on his face, "Xiao Li, you are very good, I am very optimistic about you."

His words were more of a warning than a blessing. I knew he was reminding me not to be wishful thinking and to recognize my own identity.

After Zhong Shuhao left, I returned to my workstation in despair, and kept thinking about his words in my mind. Yes, who am I? Just a stand-in, a Cinderella. How can I be worthy of a man like Zhong Yuxuan?

Maybe I should keep my distance from him...

Just as I was lost in thought, Zhong Yuxuan suddenly appeared in front of me. He handed me an exquisite box and said calmly, "There is a company dinner tonight, come with me."

I was stunned for a moment and subconsciously wanted to refuse, but when I saw his deep eyes, I couldn't say the words of refusal.

For the dinner, I dressed up carefully, wearing a light blue dress and my hair tied into a simple bun, looking fresh and elegant.

When Zhong Yuxuan saw me, a flash of surprise flashed in his eyes, but he quickly returned to his usual indifference and just said lightly: "Let's go."

At the dinner, celebrities from all walks of life gathered together, drinking and chatting. Like an outsider, I followed Zhong Yuxuan silently, dealing with various social events.

My appearance caused quite a stir. Many people whispered and speculated about my identity. After all, the woman who could stand next to Zhong Yuxuan must be someone extraordinary.

I tried my best to keep a decent smile, but I couldn't ignore those inquiring, curious, and even jealous looks. I felt like an ugly duckling who strayed into a wealthy family and didn't fit in.

Zhong Yuxuan seemed to sense my uneasiness. He put his arm around my waist, brought me to his side, and said gently, "Don't be nervous. I'll take care of everything."

His voice was deep and magnetic, as if it had a magical power that immediately soothed my inner anxiety. I raised my head and looked at his angular profile, and an inexplicable sense of security surged in my heart.

After the dinner, Zhong Yuxuan did not take me back to the hotel, but drove me to a secluded lake.

The bright moonlight sprinkled on the lake, sparkling and beautiful. The breeze blew over, bringing bursts of fragrance, making people feel relaxed and happy.

We walked side by side on the path by the lake. No one spoke, but we felt an incomparable harmony and nature.

"Do you like the moon tonight?" Zhong Yuxuan suddenly asked, with a hint of imperceptible tenderness in his tone.

"Yeah," I nodded and whispered, "very beautiful."

"Do you know? You are beautiful tonight, like the moon in the sky, dazzling and charming." Zhong Yuxuan turned his head and looked at me affectionately, with stars twinkling in his eyes.

I was stunned, my heart beating uncontrollably. His eyes were too hot, his words were too explicit, I was at a loss for words.

"Li Luoxue," he suddenly called my name, his voice low and hoarse, "Be my girlfriend."

I stared at him in disbelief, my eyes widened in surprise. Was he...confessing his feelings to me?

"I know this may seem sudden to you," he smiled wryly, with a hint of bitterness in his tone, "but I don't want to miss you again."

"I..." I was speechless, not knowing what to say.

"Give me a chance, okay?" He looked at me affectionately, his eyes full of expectation and desire.

I was attracted by his deep eyes, and nodded as if possessed.

He was ecstatic and hugged me in his arms, holding me tightly, as if he wanted to knead me into his bones and blood.

I leaned on his chest, listening to his strong heartbeat, feeling his hot body temperature, and an unprecedented sense of happiness surged in my heart.

At this moment, I forgot everything, forgot the gap in our identities, forgot the uncertainty of the future, and just wanted to indulge in his gentleness and never wake up.

However, I know that this is just a dream, a dream that is destined to end.

Because I am not the real Li Luoxue... The moonlight poured down, gently sprinkled on us, and my world seemed to be filled with only Zhong Yuxuan's warm embrace and the low voice of "Be my girlfriend". Happiness came too suddenly, and I was like a frightened deer. Before I could come to my senses, he hugged me tightly.

After returning home, I was still immersed in the sweet throbbing until the phone screen lit up and displayed the word "sister". My heart sank suddenly. Li Luoyao, my twin sister, the one who should have enjoyed all this.

"You and Yuxuan are together?" Her voice was sharp and piercing, like a poisoned sword. "Li Luoxue, don't forget your identity. You are just a substitute!"

My heart was deeply gripped. Yes, what right do I have to have this happiness?

The next day at work, I clearly felt that the atmosphere in the office was a little strange. My colleagues looked at me with a bit of weirdness, and the whispers increased.

"I heard that she is dating Mr. Zhong? She has transformed from a sparrow into a phoenix and has flown to a beautiful tree!"

"Don't forget, she's just a fake, the real daughter hasn't come back yet!"

These words pierced my heart like needles. I could only pretend I didn't hear them and concentrate on my work.

However, worse things are yet to come. For some reason, someone has tampered with an important project plan that I am responsible for, and the data is completely messed up. If it is not corrected in time, it will cause huge losses to the company.

"Li Luoxue, is this what you did?" Qin Xue walked towards me aggressively with the plan in her hand, her tone full of sarcasm and disdain, "I really underestimated you. In order to climb up the ladder, you actually used such a despicable method!"

I immediately understood that Li Luoyao was behind all this. She was trying to drive me into a dead end!

I shook my head helplessly and explained, "It's not me. I have checked this plan many times and there is absolutely no problem..."

"If not you, who else could it be? Did I deliberately frame you?" Qin Xue said aggressively, "Li Luoxue, don't think I don't know what you are planning. Aren't you just trying to use Yuxuan to get promoted? I tell you, it's wishful thinking!"

I took a deep breath and tried to suppress the grievance and anger in my heart. "Qin Xue, I'll say it again, I didn't do this. If you don't believe me, you can check the surveillance video to see who touched my computer!"

"Adjust the surveillance? Who do you think you are? You can do it just like that?" Qin Xue sneered, "Li Luoxue, you look so ugly right now, like an ant being stepped on, pitiful and sad."

Her words were like a sharp knife, piercing my self-esteem. I clenched my fists, my nails dug deep into my flesh, but I didn't feel any pain.

At this moment, the office door was suddenly pushed open, and Zhong Yuxuan walked in with steady steps. He glanced around sharply, and finally landed on me, "What happened?"

Qin Xue quickly put on a pitiful expression, ran to Zhong Yuxuan, took his arm, and said delicately: "Yuxuan, you have to make the decision for me! Li Luoxue...she actually..."

She deliberately drew out her voice but did not say anything specific. She just looked at me with a pair of resentful eyes, as if she was waiting to see a good show.

I watched her clumsy performance coldly, my heart filled with disgust.

Zhong Yuxuan gently patted the back of Qin Xue's hand, signaling her to be patient, then looked at me, "Luo Xue, you go ahead and talk."

I took a deep breath and recounted what had happened briefly.

After listening to my story, Zhong Yuxuan frowned slightly, "I will investigate this matter thoroughly. If someone really framed me, I will never tolerate it!"

Although his tone was calm, it was full of unquestionable power, which gradually calmed my originally panicked heart.

"Yuxuan, I believe you!" I raised my head and looked into his eyes firmly.

There was a hint of appreciation in his eyes, and the corners of his mouth rose slightly, "Yeah."

That night, Zhong Yuxuan personally took me to the company to retrieve the surveillance video. As I expected, the surveillance video clearly recorded the whole process of Qin Xue sneaking into my office and replacing a file on my computer.

The truth was revealed, and the haze in my heart was swept away. However, before I could breathe a sigh of relief, an unexpected discovery made me feel like I was falling into an icy cave.

The surveillance video showed that a woman had entered my office shortly after I left the company that night. Although the light was dim and I couldn't see her face clearly, I recognized the dress she was wearing at a glance - it was the same dress that my mother made for me and Li Luoyao when we were children, but my dress was gone.

Could it be... is she?

My heart sank suddenly, and an ominous premonition came over me...