Chapter 822: New Year’s Plans
Translator: Dragon Boat Translation Editor: Dragon Boat Translation
After resolving matters concerning the Ye family, Ye Leng’an spent most of her time with Huangfu Ruiling. Of course, she didn’t neglect her alchemy work either, occasionally setting aside a day or half a day for it.
In the blink of an eye, the new year was approaching.
Inside the CEO’s office at Huangye Group, Huangfu Ruiling sat behind his desk, while this time, Ye Leng’an wasn’t sitting on the sofa as usual but across from him.
“The new year is almost here. What are your plans?” Ye Leng’an raised her head, looking at Huangfu Ruiling, and asked, “Are you going to spend the New Year at the ancestral mansion of the Huangfu family?”
Last year, they spent the New Year together. However, it was because they were both overseas at the time. Hence, she wanted to confirm whether Huangfu Ruiling planned to return and celebrate with his family members.
Upon hearing Ye Leng’an’s question, Huangfu Ruiling paused. He looked up, somewhat hesitantly, and asked, “Do you want to go back for the New Year?”
It didn’t matter to him. Previously, he had only gone back to the ancestral mansion for the New Year because Ye Leng’an wasn’t in the picture. Therefore, he was fine with wherever she wanted to celebrate. Although he preferred being alone with Ye Leng’an, if she wanted to return to the ancestral mansion, he was okay with that too.
“No!” Ye Leng’an quickly shook her head. “I just wanted to confirm your plans.”
Wherever Huangfu Ruiling went, she would follow suit. Spending the New Year with the Huangfu family wasn’t a big deal to her. Plus, she was confident that even if they celebrated at their ancestral mansion, no one would dare to give her trouble.
After her reply, Huangfu Ruiling raised an eyebrow and asked, “What do you suggest?”
“How about just the two of us celebrating?” Ye Leng’an pondered for a moment, then smiled. “Besides, without you around, others might relax more!”
This was true. Huangfu Ruiling’s mere presence could exert significant pressure without him needing to do anything.
Ye Leng’an’s proposal suited Huangfu Ruiling’s thoughts. He nodded and continued, “Where do you want to celebrate? I’ll have it arranged.”
“Let’s stay here in the capital.” Ye Leng’an suggested, “No need to travel around. We’ll just celebrate in the villa. We can even give Sister Li some time off.”
Huangfu Ruiling nodded. “Your decision.”
“Alright.” After a moment’s thought, Ye Leng’an added, “I’ll go shopping in the afternoon to see if there’s anything we need for the New Year.”
Huangfu Ruiling promptly offered, “Then after lunch, I’ll accompany you!”
“No need.” Ye Leng’an found it amusing. “I’m just getting some New Year’s essentials. You don’t have to come. Focus on your work! Ensuring everything is arranged properly will make for a better celebration.”
Hearing that, Huangfu Ruiling didn’t insist. “Okay then!”
“How time flies!” She couldn’t help but remark. “This time last year, we weren’t even officially together. Now, we’re engaged.”
At this point, she chuckled.
It was undeniable that a lot had happened since her rebirth. In her previous life, she would have never imagined falling for someone like Huangfu Ruiling.
Because from the first glance, he gave off a dangerous vibe. She had never imagined becoming his fiancée.
Indeed, life was unpredictable!
Huangfu Ruiling seemed to reminisce about their past encounters, a hint of nostalgia on his face. “Yes! But, I had already confessed to you back then.”
However, Ye Leng’an had yet to give her answer.
Upon hearing his words, Ye Leng’an couldn’t help but mock, “You dare talk about confessing! Your confession wasn’t even remotely romantic. Who confesses directly in a car, and in such an ambiguous manner?”
She hadn’t found it strange before, but looking back now, it seemed quite unreliable!
Facing her teasing, Huangfu Ruiling said nothing. At that time, he only had eyes for his target, without considering anything else. So, when he saw the right moment, he confessed directly.
Reflecting on it now, he felt a bit guilty.
Seeing Huangfu Ruiling’s expression, Ye Leng’an naturally understood his thoughts. She didn’t press further. After all, she wasn’t seeking retribution, just making a light-hearted remark.
After lunch, Ye Leng’an sent Huangfu Ruiling back to work at the company and then went to the mall herself.
As soon as she entered, the festive atmosphere of the approaching New Year enveloped her. Red decorations adorned the place, and many were busy shopping for New Year essentials.
Since she was only buying basic items, she didn’t head to upscale malls, opting for more ordinary ones instead.
However, even in these standard malls, prices weren’t cheap.
Ye Leng’an strolled leisurely, in no rush to buy everything. After all, there was still plenty of time before the New Year.
“Ye Leng’an!”
As she wandered the mall, a familiar voice called her name from behind.
Turning around, she saw a familiar face and greeted with a polite smile, “Cui’an, it’s you! What brings you here?”
Unaware that Zhou Cui’an had also chosen to stay in the capital for the New Year, Ye Leng’an was surprised. Previously, Zhu Bixuan had complained to her over the phone that Zhou Cui’an had no plans to return home and was struggling to find a job in the capital that provided food, accommodation, and decent pay.
It turned out Zhou Cui’an had found a job here, and it seemed to be going well.