After a wealthy woman went bankrupt, her live-in husband became her sugar daddy.

Chapter 211 Stay Away From Him

In the bathroom, I vomited violently until there was nothing left in my stomach to come up.

I leaned against the sink, panting, secretly glad that I had arrived in time and hadn't lost my composure in front of everyone.

When I came out of the restroom, I was surprised to see Zhao Ning waiting at the door.

He noticed my pale face and haggard appearance, and a hint of worry flashed in his eyes. He gently handed me a tissue and said softly, "Are you alright? Do you want me to take you home?"

I took the tissue, wiped the residue from the corner of my mouth, and gave him a grateful look: "Thank you, I'm fine. I'm probably just too tired lately, I'll be fine after a rest."

Upon hearing this, Zhao Ning nodded and said nothing more.

He stayed by my side silently until I regained some of my strength, and then we went back to the private room to continue the celebration.

Zhao Ning's expression still carried a hint of worry. He asked me again with concern, "Are you feeling any better? If not, you should go back first."

"I am fine."

Just then, Zhao Ning, seemingly emboldened by the alcohol, mustered the courage to take my hand.

I keenly sensed his intention, quickly took a step back, politely thanked him for his concern, and maintained an appropriate distance.

However, Zhao Ning did not give up.

He took a deep breath, as if making up his mind, and suddenly confessed to me: "Actually, I've always liked you. Can you give me a chance?"

I was completely stunned when I heard Zhao Ning's confession.

I never imagined that he would express his feelings to me at this time, in this way.

I took a deep breath and tried to make my tone gentle yet firm: "Zhao Ning, you are a good person, and we have always been great partners. However, I am not ready to start a relationship right now, and I hope you can understand."

Upon hearing this, a hint of disappointment flashed in Zhao Ning's eyes.

But he didn't give up; instead, he took another step closer to me.

Faced with Zhao Ning's refusal to back down, fueled by alcohol, I began to feel uneasy.

I tried to push him away again, but Zhao Ning remained as still as a rock. Although he didn't make any frivolous moves, his eyes and attitude made me feel an invisible pressure, as if he was trying to force me to accept his confession.

I took a deep breath, trying to calm myself down. My face hardened, and I said to Zhao Ning in a firm tone, "Zhao Ning, please have some self-respect. We are work partners now, and I don't want personal matters to affect our relationship."

However, Zhao Ning did not seem to hear me. His eyes remained fixed on me, full of expectation and pleading.

"Gu Mo, look at me, how well we work together. Everyone says we're a match made in heaven."

"You've had too much to drink, go to a bar to sober up!"

I shoved him and said coldly.

Just then, a familiar voice came from behind Zhao Ning, "Let go."

My body stiffened. I recognized that voice all too well; it was Jiang Yichen.

He coldly told Zhao Ning to let me go.

Upon hearing this, Zhao Ning finally turned his head away.

I took the opportunity to push him away forcefully and stepped aside.

When I turned my head, I saw Jiang Yichen's extremely ugly face.

His eyes were filled with anger and dissatisfaction. "What are you doing?"

I took a deep breath, trying to keep my voice calm. I walked over to Jiang Yichen and explained softly, "Mr. Jiang, it's not what you think. Zhao Ning was probably drunk, that's why he acted that way."

Jiang Yichen looked at me, his eyes still filled with doubt.

"President Jiang, is there a problem with me confessing my feelings to Gu Mo just now?"

"Zhao Ning!" I shouted sharply, but I couldn't stop him.

Faced with Zhao Ning's provocation, Jiang Yichen sneered, a hint of disdain flashing in his eyes.

He retorted bluntly, "Zhao Ning, don't you understand rejection? She has clearly stated that she is not interested in you, and you are still pestering her. What's the point?"

Upon hearing this, Zhao Ning's expression turned even more unpleasant.

He clenched his fists, as if he wanted to refute, but for a moment he couldn't find the right words.

He glared at Jiang Yichen and said resentfully, "Jiang Yichen, you're just her ex-husband. What right do you have to interfere in her affairs?"

Jiang Yichen's face instantly darkened, and his eyes revealed an undeniable determination.

He blocked my way and warned Zhao Ning, "Zhao Ning, I'm warning you, don't harass her anymore. Otherwise, I won't be polite."

Just then, another colleague from the company, who is also a good friend of mine, walked in, ready to invite us to celebrate together. He saw the three of us standing there frozen, the atmosphere tense, and immediately understood what was going on.

He cleverly hid to the side and watched the show, a gloating smile on his face.

However, his laughter was quickly noticed by Old Mo. Old Mo told him to go back to work and not disturb us.

I took a deep breath, trying to calm the argument down.

I looked at Zhao Ning and said firmly, "Zhao Ning, I hope you understand that I only see you as a colleague and partner, and I have no other feelings for you. I hope you can respect my decision."

Zhao Ning looked at me, a hint of resentment and disappointment flashing in her eyes.

But he eventually nodded, indicating that he understood what I meant. However, there was still a hint of doubt and reluctance in his eyes.

Seeing this, Jiang Yichen gently patted my shoulder, indicating that I didn't need to worry.

He looked at me, his eyes filled with tenderness and determination: "It's okay, I'm here."

I looked at him gratefully, and a warm feeling welled up in my heart.

I didn't expect him to protect me like this. Based on his past personality, I guess he would have already taken action.

They'll give me a good scolding when I get back.

After I finished speaking, I took his hand and left, making my stance clear.

I could faintly hear their whispers behind me.

"What is the relationship between President Jiang and Gu Mo?"

"All I know is that they are ex-wife and ex-husband. Is there any possibility of them getting remarried?"

"It looks like it to me, it's the same one as last time, Mr. Lin..."

They thought back to the last time they ate together, how uncomfortable Gu Mo must have felt when they teased President Jiang and President Lin!

They looked at Zhao Ning, who was standing there dumbfounded. Old Mo patted him on the shoulder and said meaningfully, "Actually, you can see that President Jiang and Gu Mo have a very deep relationship. You can't get involved."

Zhao Ning clenched her fists at her sides, her brows furrowed, and said through gritted teeth, "I understand."

On the other side, after Jiang Yichen and I got into the car, before Jiang Yichen could speak, I apologized in a good manner: "I know I was wrong. I didn't expect him to confess to me. I'm sorry."

Seeing my sincere expression, Jiang Yichen frowned and said, "Now that you know, stay away from him from now on."