Category: The Big Boss’s Secret Lover

“Wait a second,” Ao Qingqing called after him, taking off her sunglasses and looking him over. “Everyone else brought a girlfriend or boyfriend. Why didn’t you? If you don’t mind, I can reluctantly step in as your date—as interest on those checks.” “I mind,” Kong Wenyu said, turning and walking away. Ao Qingqing rolled her…

By the time they got home that evening, it was already late. Man Mingzhi was sitting in the living room, sipping coffee. Nie Jun tugged at his arm outside the door, then quickly let go. “I’m not going in.” Kong Wenyu turned his head to look at him. Even though night had fallen completely, the…

Man Mingzhi was halfway through her bowl of porridge when she looked up and saw Kong Wenyu coming down the stairs. Her hand holding the ladle paused slightly. He didn’t look like he was heading to the dining room. Instead, he cut through the main hall—clearly on his way out. “Where are you going?” she…

Man Mingzhi returned home just before noon the next day. The living room was empty and quiet. Aunt Zhu hurried out to take her handbag. “I’m going to shower,” Man Mingzhi said as she walked toward the bedroom. “Make something light. Porridge.” Aunt Zhu answered and went to put her bag away in the walk-in…

The long, chaotic day finally came to a close. Kong Wenyu only realized he didn’t have a key to Nie Jun’s place once he was standing at the door. The spare key hidden in the alcove had already been taken. He knocked a few times, but no one came to the door—it took a while.…

“You can’t,” Man Mingzhi said, her tone clipped. A few stray hairs had come loose by her ear. “I already told you—he’s been handled.” “Man Mingzhi,” Kong Wenyu growled, reaching the end of his patience. She closed her eyes, then spoke with a softer tone. “Have you even thought about what’ll happen if Kong Lingru…

Kong Wenyu woke from his nap. Still no reply. He got up and knocked on the door. It didn’t open. Instead, a voice came through the two-way speaker: “Are you hungry? Would you like something to eat?” He tugged on the door. It didn’t budge. He wasn’t desperate to break out—just stood there a few…

Nie Jun’s face remained calm as ever as he put the phone away. Man Mingzhi gave him another once-over. “He treats his bodyguard better than his own mother.” “I’m going back in to give him some clothes,” Nie Jun said, glancing at the garment bag on his bike. “All his are soaked.” Man Mingzhi herself…

Kong Wenyu hung up and powered off his phone, completely cutting himself off from the outside world. He swayed slightly—probably the aftermath of low oxygen. “I handed over the keys to the lakeside villa. I was planning to give them to you over dinner. Want to go see it this afternoon?” A day like today,…

“We’ll talk about that later,” Nie Jun said, glancing at the time on his phone. “I’ve got something going on right now.” Pang Ding could tell from his tone that it didn’t sound too urgent. “Alright. When are you free?” Nie Jun estimated quickly. “Ten minutes.” A sharp knock came at the door. Nie Jun…

Just before getting into the car, Kong Wenyu felt something damp on the back of his hand. When he looked up, he realized it had started to rain. Fine, dense drops—far heavier than what you’d expect for the season. Nie Jun held the door open for him, resting one hand on the top rail of…

Kong Wenyu had a bad feeling—worse than anything he’d felt in years past. “I promised you,” he said quietly, “no matter who I get engaged to, it won’t change what we have.” Nie Jun opened his mouth, then closed it again. He stared at him for a long time but said nothing. Kong Wenyu left…

A knock at the door interrupted them. Nie Jun froze for a moment. Kong Wenyu gritted his teeth, fingers tightening as he tried to brace himself against the slippery bathroom wall. He was close. Nie Jun had planned to take things slower, draw it out—but the knocking came again, more urgent this time. Beads of…

Kong Wenyu stood by the bedroom window, quietly watching the front gate. Hai Ming was helped inside, someone quickly ran off to fetch the doctor. A moment later, Nie Jun walked in behind him. Someone beside him said something in a low voice, and he turned his head to reply, but didn’t make any other…

It was Kong Wenyu’s first time visiting Kong Lingru’s home. He walked in ahead, with Hai Ming carrying bags and following behind. Kong Lingru looked coldly at the uninvited guest. “Some prenatal supplements,” Kong Wenyu said breezily, completely unfazed by her stare. “Second Aunt, you should take care of yourself.” Knowing there was no point…

A little after 9 a.m., the Long family arrived for a visit. As they stepped inside, Man Mingzhi made a show of standing up to greet them, but Mrs. Long quickly waved her off. “We’re all family here—stay seated, we’re just here to chat.” Man Mingzhi smiled as she sat back down. “You’re too kind.…

Ten minutes later, Nie Jun arrived outside Kong Wenyu’s bedroom, his body still damp from the shower. The door was half open. He glanced inside but didn’t see Kong Wenyu. Just then, a message buzzed on his phone: Rooftop. Nie Jun pocketed the phone and turned toward the emergency staircase, hurrying up the steps. On…

Kong Lingtiao’s counterattack was swift—and brutal. She pulled the trending posts, launched new keywords, pressured shareholders, and began slashing the marketing budget for the few sub-brands still under Kong Wenyu’s control. At midnight, Ao Yongwang called. Kong Wenyu lowered his gaze. He let it ring for a moment before answering. “I tied him up,” came…

The phone on the nightstand wouldn’t stop ringing. Kong Wenyu let go of Nie Jun’s hand and reached over to check it. Yu Jiadou’s name flashed across the screen. There’d been a lot going on lately, so he didn’t hesitate—he answered. The phone felt icy against his ear, and even then, he had to turn…

The crabapple blossoms only lasted a week. Looking out through the glass, Kong Wenyu saw just a few flowers left on the swaying branches, dancing with the breeze. He had drunk two glasses of wine, and with the pleasant haze of alcohol, he ditched his next appointment with Longzhu. Nie Jun watched him through the…