Cecilia Gu's face flushed red.
How could she possibly ask Charles Yin for help?
"If the amount is too large and you can't make the decision, then forget it..." Cecilia's eyes dimmed as she whispered, "Just pretend I never said anything today..."
Alex immediately realized that Cecilia had misunderstood!
Alex quickly said, "No, that's not it! Madam, you've misunderstood! I'll go prepare the money right away. Is two hundred thousand enough? I always keep millions in cash in my car!"
Millions in cash...
Cecilia opened her mouth, swallowed hard, and said, "No need, two hundred thousand is more than enough!"
"Alright, please wait a moment. I'll bring it over right away!" Alex answered quickly.
Cecilia watched Alex's figure disappear from view, unable to help but sigh: So this is what it means to be the assistant of the wealthy! Always carrying millions in cash! What kind of confidence is that?
As soon as Alex left Cecilia's sight, he immediately called Charles Yin to report the situation.
After Charles Yin hung up the phone, a faint smile appeared at the corner of his mouth.
Borrowing money?
Interesting!
She'd rather borrow money from Alex than ask me directly?
A dangerous glint flashed in his long, narrow eyes.
Jenny Gu stood not far away, gazing dreamily at Charles Yin's back.
So handsome, really so handsome!
Ever since Charles Yin came to propose that day, Jenny Gu's heart had completely fallen for him.
How could such a perfect man end up with Cecilia Gu?
Isn't it just because Cecilia Gu is pregnant?
I can have a child myself!
Jenny Gu made up her mind and slowly moved closer to Charles Yin.
Tall, noble, and strikingly handsome, Charles Yin, in Jenny Gu's eyes, gradually morphed into endless wealth, status, fame, and boundless glory.
Charles Yin suddenly turned around, his eyes narrowing as his imposing aura surged.
Jenny Gu stopped in her tracks, not daring to take another step forward!
"Sis... Brother-in-law..." Jenny Gu called out timidly, her eyes darting as she cautiously stepped forward. "Brother-in-law, why are you here alone?"
Charles Yin's narrow eyes swept across Jenny Gu's face, and without a word, he turned and walked away.
He'd seen that kind of look far too many times.
Women like her weren't even worth his response.
Watching Charles Yin leave without even acknowledging her, Jenny Gu gritted her teeth in frustration.
Hmph, what's so great about him anyway? So he's handsome and rich... damn it, damn it!
Jenny Gu watched Charles Yin's flawless figure disappear, and the ripples in her heart only grew stronger.
"Brother-in-law, where are you going? Wait for me!" Jenny Gu called out sweetly, biting her lip. "Brother-in-law, you didn't get to look around properly last time. Why don't I show you around?"
Before Jenny Gu could get close, a bodyguard in a black suit suddenly stepped in, blocking her path.
"You..." Jenny Gu was stopped by the bodyguard, forced to watch as Charles Yin left her sight. She couldn't help but stomp her foot in frustration, her face full of unwillingness.
Jenny Gu glared fiercely at the bodyguard, then turned and stormed off in a huff.
Back in her room, Jenny Gu couldn't stop thinking about how unfair it all was.
In terms of looks, she was way prettier than Cecilia Gu!
And she was younger than Cecilia Gu too!
When it came to pleasing men, she definitely didn't think timid Cecilia Gu could beat her!
But why did such a great man end up with Cecilia Gu?
Cecilia Gu waited and waited, finally seeing Alex... and Charles Yin.
Cecilia Gu stared at Charles Yin standing at the doorway, stunned.
Alex stepped back, respectfully standing behind Charles Yin.
He hadn't said a word, but his expression explained everything!
"Are you short on money?" Charles Yin glanced at Cecilia's mother in the room, lowering his voice. "You need to borrow money?"
"I..." Cecilia Gu bit her lower lip, looking uneasy. "Can I get my allowance for the next four months in advance? I..."
"I remember giving you a credit card. You can spend as much as you want." Charles Yin interrupted Cecilia. "How many times have you used it?"
"Once..." Cecilia Gu looked timidly at Charles Yin.
"Oh?" Charles Yin narrowed his eyes. "That card is my supplementary card. If you use it, I would know..."
"Fine, I'll be honest. I haven't used it at all." Cecilia Gu admitted quietly, bowing her head.
She didn't want to use Charles Yin's card.
She didn't want too many ties when it was time to leave.
Charles Yin changed the subject: "What do you need the money for?"
Cecilia Gu replied gloomily, biting her lip: "I want to pay off all the debts my parents owe Uncle Eric Gu's family in one go! After that, my parents won't have to work for Uncle Eric and Aunt anymore..."
Charles Yin nodded: "Alright! Since it's to pay off your parents' debt, how can I, as the son-in-law, not be present? Alex, go invite Uncle Eric and Aunt over!"
"Yes, Mr. Yin." Alex put the box down and turned to have a bodyguard bring Uncle Eric and Aunt over.
"I..." Cecilia Gu looked at Charles Yin with pleading eyes. "Mom doesn't know about us..."
"Shh..." Charles Yin pressed a long finger gently to Cecilia's lips, a wicked smile curling at his mouth. "Since you want to handle this, let's settle it completely."
Cecilia Gu froze, looking up at Charles Yin in utter confusion.
Charles Yin's gaze fell on his own finger.
His finger was still gently pressed against Cecilia Gu's soft lips.
The warmth from her lips made Charles Yin's heart tremble slightly.
He couldn't help but think of that night in the hospital, when he lost control and kissed Cecilia Gu while she slept...
Three days had passed, and he actually missed that kiss...
Cecilia Gu had no idea what Charles Yin was thinking, but she did realize he was still blocking her mouth.
Cecilia Gu knocked his finger away, lowering her voice: "Just help me this once! I can't stand watching Mom and Dad get squeezed by Uncle Eric and Aunt anymore! All these years, they've used the debt as an excuse to make my parents do everything. My heart aches for Mom..."
"Xixi, what are you doing out there?" Before Charles Yin could answer, Helen Gu's voice came from inside.
Cecilia Gu quickly grabbed Charles Yin's finger, shaking it gently, her eyes full of pleading.
Mom can't find out, she just can't!
Mom can never know we're just in a contract marriage!
Feeling the warmth of her small hand, Charles Yin lifted his gaze, and the brilliance in his eyes made the flowers in the courtyard pale in comparison.
Helen Gu walked out of the house, immediately seeing the scene before her.
Her son-in-law was gazing at her daughter with deep affection.
That look of pampering and love—there was no way it was fake!
Seeing this, Helen Gu finally relaxed deep down.
It seemed Xixi hadn't lied to her.
A woman loved by her husband—maybe that's the happiest thing in the world.
"Mom..." Charles Yin spoke first. "Xixi told me she wants to settle an old debt with Uncle Eric and Aunt. Honestly, why didn't she tell me sooner? As a son-in-law, it's my duty to help out."
Cecilia Gu was stunned. She looked up, meeting the brilliance in Charles Yin's eyes, and couldn't help but feel her heart tremble.
Wow! Charles Yin's acting is seriously amazing!
If I didn't know we were just in a contract marriage, I'd probably be moved by that look too.
No wonder women can't resist Charles Yin at all!
His eyes are just too warm, too... sweet.
Helen Gu quickly tried to explain for Cecilia: "Charles, you really don't have to! I can pay the debt off slowly, there's no rush..."
Helen Gu was afraid Cecilia asking for money would make the Yin family look down on her, so she hurried to explain.
Cecilia Gu felt a pang in her heart.
Mom must think that if I ask Charles for money, I'll always be looked down on in the Yin family.
Mom's suffered her whole life—she just doesn't want me to go through the same thing.
Even though she's not my biological mother, I really feel her love.
Cecilia's eyes reddened.
Sensing Cecilia's sadness, Charles Yin spoke gently: "Mom, don't say that. A son-in-law is half a son—since Cecilia married me, it's only right I help out."
"Mom..." Cecilia let go of Charles Yin's hand and turned to hug Helen Gu.
Mother and daughter hugged, both with tears in their eyes.
The next moment, Aunt Linda Gu's voice rang out from afar: "Hey, son-in-law, why'd you call us over?"
Cecilia and Helen Gu quickly let go of each other when they heard the voice.
Both of them discreetly wiped their eyes, not wanting the other to see their tears.
"Oh my, Helen, look at you! It's a good thing Xixi came home, why are you crying?" Aunt Linda was all smiles, acting like Charles Yin was her own son-in-law. "Son-in-law, why are you all talking outside? Come on, come inside!"
Without waiting for anyone, Aunt Linda Gu marched straight into Cecilia's room like it was her own.
Charles Yin's eyes darkened, and he took Cecilia Gu's hand, following her inside.
Looks like it's really time to clear up these old debts today.
Otherwise, this little woman will never feel at ease!
Everyone bustled into the room together.
"Sit, sit, don't be shy, son-in-law!" Aunt Linda said warmly, inviting Charles Yin to take a seat.
Charles Yin glanced around the room—it looked just the same as last time. Seeing nowhere to sit, he nodded but didn't move.