Secretly Married to the Ice-Cold CEO

Yu Chen’s affectionate gestures shocked Jiang Cai Xuan. She couldn’t believe that Yu Chen truly liked this girl; it must be because his family forced him into the marriage, and he had no choice but to accept.

Back then, Madam Xie had her eyes set on her as a daughter-in-law and arranged for her to intern at Wansu Technology years ago, intending to get her closer to the General Manager. At that time, she didn’t understand anything about the tech industry and was often scolded by him, which made her feel aggrieved. Now, after years of further studies abroad, she finally had the qualifications to work by his side, and yet he got married.

She knew that Madam Xie was anxious about the General Manager’s marriage, but as far as she knew, Yu Chen had no interest in marriage at all and was entirely focused on his work. The company was even preparing to participate in competitions these past years, so how could he get married at such a crucial time?

Jiang Cai Xuan guessed that all of this must be Madam Xie’s doing. He wasn’t sincerely willing to marry.

She said with some surprise, "I just returned from abroad and haven’t yet visited Auntie. I really hadn’t heard the news about the General Manager’s marriage."

Zhang Miaoyan listened and wondered, did this girl already know Yu Chen before? Hearing her speak like this, it seemed she had a good relationship with the Xie family.

Women’s sixth sense in this area is the strongest. Zhang Miaoyan sensed Jiang Cai Xuan’s hostility. Yu Chen had high standards for work; Jiang Cai Xuan must have her own abilities to enter Wansu Technology, and Zhang Miaoyan’s old insecurity resurfaced.

Yu Chen rarely talked to her about the company. Was it because he thought she wouldn’t understand, so it was pointless to say anything?

She asked, "Miss Jiang, did you also study this field abroad?"

When she worked in the United States, she utilized her vacation time to attend many related lectures, just so she could have something to talk about with him. Unfortunately, she was particularly dumb in this aspect and couldn’t understand anything.

Jiang Cai Xuan said, "Yes, my mentor in the United States was also the General Manager’s mentor when he studied abroad. Speaking of which, it seems to be quite a fateful connection."

Zhang Miaoyan felt uncomfortable. Fateful connection? What kind of fate?

Seeing Zhang Miaoyan’s dejected expression, Jiang Cai Xuan spoke a bit more proudly, "Is Mrs. Xie here to deliver lunch to the General Manager? It’s quite nice to have the leisure to cook. Does Mrs. Xie usually enjoy staying at home and experimenting with recipes?" implying that Zhang Miaoyan was just an idle housewife.

Zhang Miaoyan straightened her back. She held a leadership position at Gu Family; she couldn’t afford to lose face in front of Jiang Cai Xuan.

She replied, "Yu Chen likes to eat the food I cook. Whenever I’m not busy with work, I cook myself."

Jiang Cai Xuan pretended to be very envious, "Good cooking skills are really nice. The General Manager is very fortunate. By the way, where does Mrs. Xie work?"

Zhang Miaoyan finished her cup of water and said to Yu Chen, "I’d like some more water."

Yu Chen got up to pour her more. Seeing the General Manager’s natural and familiar actions, Jiang Cai Xuan felt a bit downcast.

Yu Chen poured her a cup of hot water, "Be careful, it’s hot."

Only then did Zhang Miaoyan smile at Jiang Cai Xuan, "I work at Gu’s Headquarters and have been there for almost six years now as a departmental leader."

Jiang Cai Xuan forced a stiff smile. Not everyone could enter Gu’s Headquarters. Compared to Zhang Miaoyan, who had been promoted to department leader after six years, she was just a rookie.

Beautiful, highly capable at work, and also a good cook... Jiang Cai Xuan instantly felt her previous provocations were a joke. She stood up and said, "I won’t disturb the General Manager’s lunch any longer. I’ll go back to finish my work."

Yu Chen focused on eating and ignored her. Zhang Miaoyan felt like she had won a battle. She served him some soup, "Yu Chen, am I disturbing your work by coming over?"

"No," Yu Chen picked up some food and brought it to her mouth, "Have a bite."

Zhang Miaoyan took a bite, "You eat. I’ve already eaten at home."

Yu Chen continued to pick food for her. Zhang Miaoyan touched her belly, "I’ve gotten fat."

Yu Chen put down his chopsticks and touched her belly, "You’re not fat."

Seeing his serious look, Zhang Miaoyan felt reassured. He treated Jiang Cai Xuan just like any ordinary employee. She didn’t need to feel inferior in front of Jiang Cai Xuan.

She said, "You should eat quickly. The soup tastes best when hot."

Yu Chen’s stomach had been spoiled by her. Now, even the special lunch from the hotel couldn’t satisfy him. A day without her cooking felt like he hadn’t eaten at all.

After finishing his meal, he hugged Zhang Miaoyan, "Thank you for your hard work, dear."

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Zhang Miaoyan’s heart was racing wildly. When did he become so good at sweet-talking?

She seized an opportunity to subtly ask Yu Chen, "What do you think of Miss Jiang just now?"

"Her work is fine, outstanding, and independent. I appreciate such employees."

Zhang Miaoyan inwardly wondered, I don’t understand anything in this area at all. Would you disdain me for that?

She never asked. Men never liked women who overthought things all the time.

Knowing that Yu Chen liked this type of woman deepened Zhang Miaoyan’s psychological burden. She frequently reminded herself not to depend on him too much, afraid that he wouldn’t like it.

When Yu Chen went on business trips, it was always in a rush. Zhang Miaoyan checked with the secretary and knew that he was traveling with his assistant, not any female colleagues, so she wasn’t too worried.

Deng Rou had the driver take Zhang Miaoyan home, "Yu Chen is on a business trip. Your father and I aren’t comfortable with you staying alone at the apartment."

Zhang Miaoyan couldn’t refuse. This was her first time staying overnight at the family mansion. Sleeping in Yu Chen’s room without him at home made her feel a lack of belonging, like she was a guest.

Having her daughter-in-law stay at home made Deng Rou incredibly happy. She often took Zhang Miaoyan shopping, buying her many things, treating her like her own daughter, "If you need anything, just tell Mom. It would be best if you stayed at home even after Yu Chen comes back. Oh, and I need to get you some health supplements. You’re too skinny."

Seeing her mother-in-law treating her so well, Zhang Miaoyan finally couldn’t hold back, "Mom, I have something to tell you. Please don’t get mad."

Deng Rou saw her acting nervously and asked kindly, "What’s the matter?"

Zhang Miaoyan said, "I-I am not pregnant. The previous was all a misunderstanding." She knew how much the two elders wanted to hold a grandchild. She and Yu Chen hadn’t even had their wedding yet. If they knew she wasn’t pregnant, would they oppose their marriage?

Zhang Miaoyan’s heart was in turmoil. Yu Chen had told her not to tell the family, saying that his parents couldn’t take the shock. But she couldn’t deceive them any longer. She felt deeply guilty inside.

Deng Rou asked with a smile, "Is that all?"

Zhang Miaoyan was stunned, "Didn’t Dad and Mom think I, I..."

Deng Rou replied, "Yu Chen already told us long ago."

Zhang Miaoyan was dumbfounded. Yu Chen had repeatedly emphasized not to tell the family, insisting they needed to conceive soon to ease his parents’ minds, almost every night... She blushed and asked, "Since Yu Chen already told you clearly, why did you still hurry to register our marriage?"