Supreme Heir Son-in-law

Chapter 112: Chapter 112: Traditional Chinese Medicine

"Why did you say such false things at the dinner table to slander me?" After a tasteless meal, once the tableware was cleared, Lin Mengyao stopped Lin Mengxi.

"You yourself said they’re just false statements, right? I also just heard it from others, that’s why I mentioned it. Why are you getting angry? Aren’t you supposed to be the ice queen, unruffled no matter what happens?" Lin Mengxi crossed her arms and looked at Lin Mengyao, a mocking smile curving her lips.

"Don’t block my way, I want to go back to my room to rest."

Xu Ke stood beside Lin Mengyao, and when Lin Mengxi bumped into them, he pulled Lin Mengyao into his arms. Lin Mengxi snorted coldly when she missed the target, her gaze clashing with Xu Ke’s, sparks flying in the air between them.

"Xu Ke, I don’t know why, but I have a bad feeling." Lin Mengyao clutched Xu Ke’s hand tightly, her heart beating rapidly in her chest. This feeling of panic and distraction hadn’t occurred in a long time.

"Don’t overthink it, I’m here with you. If you really don’t feel at ease staying here, I’ll take you to our own home." Xu Ke placed a hand on Lin Mengyao’s hair, massaging her scalp gently, trying to relax her tense nerves.

"We both had drinks, so how can we drive back? And it’s late, we can’t find a taxi. Let’s just sleep here for the night." Even though Lin Mengyao said this, her furrowed eyebrows didn’t relax, nor did she let go of Xu Ke’s sleeve.

instead placed his hand on her shoulder, leading her to the room prepared by the

the bed positioned in the center of the room, Lin Mengyao forgot about her anxiety for a moment, her face turning red from head to

room but maintained the old habit from the Lin Family—one sleeping on the bed,

Mengyao’s dilemma, Xu Ke recalled how much closer they had grown compared to three years ago, and decided not to push her, saying, "You take the bed, I’ll sleep on the

on the floor isn’t good for your health. You... just sleep with me." As Lin Mengyao spoke the last few words, she nearly twisted her neck, keeping her head lowered and speaking so softly

a flush spreading over her neck. As if lured by something, Xu Ke’s head dipped lower and lower until he pressed his

Ke’s, yet she

me." Although Lin Mengyao pointed at Xu Ke and spoke, her voice was so soft it carried

kissed you without your permission." Xu Ke

the air around them becoming increasingly warm. Gazing intently into Lin Mengyao’s eyes, Xu Ke lowered his voice, asking

Xu Ke’s words wafted over Lin Mengyao’s face, intoxicating her senses.

gently laid a cherished kiss upon the lips he had long yearned for. The cool yet soft sensation made Xu Ke involuntarily close

was about to combust. Despite his reluctance, Xu Ke stepped back, using his strong willpower to

so hot," Lin Mengyao said, panting slightly, her eyes glistening as she gazed at him. Her hands moved involuntarily to unbutton her