Chapter 625 : I Want to Marry Ling Ning!
“Ling Ning, you seem a little off today,” Fatty remarked casually as they worked.
Ling Ning coughed lightly and replied, “N-Nothing’s wrong. I delivered the boss’s message and just remembered something I need to do. I’ll be heading back now.”
Fatty raised an eyebrow as Ling Ning gracefully walked away. Something definitely seemed fishy, though he couldn’t put his finger on it. Normally, if Qin Qing had anything to say, she’d summon them directly to her office. Why send Ling Ning as a messenger this time?
Back in the office, Qin Qing glanced up at Ling Ning and said expressionlessly, “What took you so long? Don’t tell me you snuck off to put your panties back on.”
“N-No! You locked them away, didn’t you?” Ling Ning replied, nearly in tears.
Why had she tempted fate? How had it come to this? Wearing tights without panties was manageable, but she was in thigh-high stockings and a relatively short skirt. Being extra cautious was a must.
If she could just stay in the office all day, it wouldn’t be a problem. But Qin Qing had assigned her these “errand tasks” on purpose.
“Really? I find that hard to believe~” Qin Qing said, her narrowed eyes glinting with amusement.
Ling Ning rolled her eyes. “Believe me or not, I’m not lifting my skirt for you to check.”
“Tch.”
Qin Qing clicked her tongue in mock disappointment, but before she could push the issue further, the office phone rang. Ling Ning picked it up and listened briefly before relaying, “Sister Qin Qing, Bai Yiyue has arrived.”
“Oh, probably for a photoshoot. It was scheduled a while ago, but you know how things got delayed. She’s likely here to see you.”
Qin Qing added nonchalantly, “By the way, that mysterious girl Bai Yiyue kissed during the concert—wasn’t that you? You have a similar outfit, and your figure matches perfectly.”
“Who knows~” Ling Ning replied with a sly smile.
As they spoke, there was a knock at the door. Bai Yiyue entered with Wu Zi following close behind.
The moment Bai Yiyue spotted Ling Ning, she ignored everyone else and clung to Ling Ning’s arm. “Ling Ning~ It’s been so long! I missed you so much!”
Qin Qing’s suspicions were all but confirmed by Bai Yiyue’s behavior.
While Wu Zi quietly began discussing the photoshoot details with Qin Qing, Bai Yiyue remained glued to Ling Ning. According to Bai Yiyue’s request, the shoot would involve paired photos with Ling Ning, which Qin Qing eagerly approved.
After all, pairing Bai Yiyue with Ling Ning would undoubtedly boost the latter’s exposure, benefiting the company’s publicity.
As Bai Yiyue chatted with Ling Ning, she noticed the bandage on her hand. “Ling Ning, what happened to your hand?”
“It’s nothing, just a minor door-related accident. It’s almost healed now.”
“Really? That must’ve hurt. Are you sure it’s fine?”
Ling Ning smiled softly and reassured her until Bai Yiyue was satisfied.
When the photoshoot preparations were complete, Ling Ning stood to follow but suddenly hesitated.
“What’s wrong?”
“N-Nothing.”
Ling Ning sent a pleading glance to Qin Qing, who immediately understood. With a look that said, “I’ll let it slide this time,” Qin Qing handed Ling Ning a key and said, “Ling Ning, grab that thing for me. Here’s the key.”
“Oh, Bai Yiyue, you go ahead. I’ll join you shortly.”
“Okay~”
As Ling Ning walked away, Bai Yiyue couldn’t shake the feeling that something was off, though she dismissed it as her imagination.
Once Ling Ning retrieved her panties, she felt an immediate sense of relief. Life was simply better with them. She vowed never to tempt fate again.
In the preparation room, Bai Yiyue was already in costume, having her makeup touched up. She gave Ling Ning a knowing look as the latter entered to change.
After changing and finishing her makeup, Ling Ning addressed Bai Yiyue, “You’re familiar with the basics, right?”
“Yes, I’ve studied them. Don’t worry, Ling Ning,” Bai Yiyue replied confidently. Then, as if struck by inspiration, she added, “By the way, does your company do wedding dresses? I’d love to shoot a wedding photo with you!”
“We do, but that department is new. It’ll be a while before we have finished products.”
“That’s fine! As long as I can take wedding photos with you, I’d do it even for free!” Bai Yiyue said with a bright smile.
“We’ve already done something similar before, haven’t we?” Ling Ning recalled her “white album” tucked away in a drawer somewhere.
“That was different. I want more. If possible, I’d like to marry you!”
Bai Yiyue’s bold declaration was promptly muffled by Ling Ning’s hand. This lovesick childhood friend clearly had no sense of timing. While they were the only two in the room, walls could have ears!
If anyone overheard, it could cause an uproar.
At that moment, a knock came from the door, accompanied by a staff member’s voice. “Excuse me, we’re ready to begin.”
“Coming!”
Ling Ning glanced at Bai Yiyue, who was now clinging to her chest. “Enough cuddling. Let’s go.”
“Okay~”
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Author’s Note:
Tomorrow is my birthday, so I’ll post an extra chapter~