The esteemed body of Young Master Gu could never possibly regain hearing from Ning Yi's "treatment"!
After all, it had received meticulous care from a thirty-person team for three years without fail!
Ning Yi could only give up. As long as the sentiment was there, the lack of results didn't matter.
"Husband, this is all I can do for you!" She wiped away tears that weren't there.
Gu Cheng: "...Thank you." Anything more would be too much for him to bear.
Ultimately, the specialist doctors took over—leaving the expertise to the professionals. Ning Yi then "thoughtfully" offered to lie down for the examination in Gu Cheng's place. "Honey's too busy, not enough time? Use mine! I'll lie down for you!"
Gu Cheng remained expressionless, unable to refuse.
After the examination, Ning Yi had even napped a little. The doctor concluded that his bodily functions were normal, though his hearing and mobility remained suppressed. However, these would recover spontaneously, and rest was recommended.
Old Master Gu spoke up: "A Cheng, the entire group knows you've woken up. You can handle business online; there's no need to go to the company every day. There's a promotional event at Bishui Yunshu. Take Xiao Yi there to stay for a couple of days. The environment is good for quiet recuperation."
Song Lan gently chimed in, "Your relationship is just blossoming. Spending more time together will deepen your bond."
Bishui Yunshu was a high-end convalescent villa complex developed by the Gu Corporation. In the original story, this apocalyptic-themed event was actually a real estate promotion—for the business titan Gu Cheng, it was fundamentally about selling properties.
Gu Cheng tried to refuse: "Grandfather, I'm fine—"
"Don't be stubborn. Look how worried Xiao Yi is about you." Old Master Gu gestured toward Ning Yi, whose face was etched with concern.
Gu Cheng: "..."
Mr. Gu addressed Ning Yi kindly: "You worked hard while Ah Cheng was unconscious. I own five units at Bishui Yunshu. Clean them up, and they're yours." It was a test of her resolve.
Ning Yi was stunned—earn millions in villas just by cleaning? Was such a good deal even possible?!
Her spirits soared instantly: "Grandpa! You can count on me, Grandpa!"— —After all, she could handle the workload of two!
She turned to Gu Cheng: "Right, honey?"
Gu Cheng: ? He wasn't the one cleaning.
Gu Le chimed in: "What about me, Grandpa?"
"It's their time together. What would you do there?"
Ning Yi blushed and promised: "I'll definitely make the most of it with my husband!"
Gu Cheng shot her a glance, a bad feeling settling in.
In the car, Assistant Zhou briefed them on the promotional collaboration with the CMore platform. Ning Yi listened with quiet satisfaction—her platform seamlessly integrated into the storyline, passive income just around the corner.
Gu Cheng closed his eyes to rest, his suit impeccable, pondering CMore's founder—someone who understood the elite ecosystem and possessed solid technical skills. He'd have to meet them someday.
Ning Yi: Hehe.
he casually created the hashtag #TheMostCherishedOne# on CMore's backend for tomorrow's event, boosting its visibility.
Ding Ziyue saw the hashtag and beamed, convinced it was tailor-made for her. As foretold in her dream, Jiang Linyi would shield her throughout the event, drawing envious stares—Ning Yi would surely be consumed by jealousy! She immediately messaged Ning Yi:
[Hey sis, hope you'll come play~ Don't worry, I'll protect you [heart][heart]]
Ning Yi ignored her.
[First place gets a 500,000 yuan prize~]
Ning Yi: ? Coming right up. Can never have too much cash.
Assistant Zhou glanced at the list: "The wife is participating too?"
Gu Cheng opened his eyes, his gaze shifting to Ning Yi.
Ning Yi blushed shyly: "My husband sponsored this event—I have to support him!" (Actually, she was cashing in on his money.)
"With my husband's support, I'm fearless!"
Gu Cheng remained coldly silent.
Assistant Zhou was charmed: "The young master and his wife have such a wonderful relationship!"
Ning Yi: "Of course!"
Gu Cheng: Hmph.
Arriving at Bishui Yunshu, the penthouse villa was exceptionally grand. Mr. Gu's secretary addressed Ning Yi: "Madam, please clean this room. I'll report to the old gentleman upon completion."
Ning Yi nodded solemnly. The only trouble was the sheer size of the place.
She grabbed the tools and began cleaning with feigned delicacy, her mind chattering incessantly:
"Husband, I'm not tired, really."
"The vacuum isn't heavy, my hands don't hurt."
"Whoever helps me will be the most perfect, most handsome man—I'll love him with all my heart..."
Gu Cheng flipped through financial reports, asking calmly, "Isn't Yi already devoted to me?"
Ning Yi: Get lost! No feelings!
Just as she was about to continue, their bodies suddenly swapped.
Ning Yi (in Gu Cheng's body) raised her hand: "Random, not me."
Gu Cheng (in Ning Yi's body) held the mop, squinting. Was the swap becoming unstable?
He set down the mop: "It's fine. We'll continue after switching back. Cleaning the study first would be better."
Ning Yi: Treating me like a maid?
She smiled gently: "Husband, Old Bitter Melon (Gu Zhison) is probing your health. The outside world thinks you're past your prime. Do you know how to break this deadlock?"
Gu Cheng remained unmoved.
Ning Yi encouraged: "I'm leaving the training opportunities for you! Happiness for you! The future for you!"
Gu Cheng sat down indifferently: This is Yi's job. I won't take it."
Ning Yi gritted her teeth. This cheapskate! Doesn't want to give up the room, huh?
She said darkly, "Husband, your upper body can move now."
The next second, she mimicked a girl group wink using Gu Cheng's face.
Gu Cheng stared at his own stern face making a girlish expression, stunned: "..."
Behind them, a click sounded as Assistant Zhou closed the door and retreated, feeling like he'd poked his own eyes out.
Gu Cheng laughed bitterly: "...Ayi."
Ning Yi pouted: "Husband—kiss—me—"
Gu Cheng gritted his teeth and grabbed the mop: "Enough! You're doing just fine."
Ning Yi served tea: ^3^ Women know how to be cute, husbands handle chores.
Two hours later, the secretary observed from afar: "Ning Yi" (Gu Cheng) diligently cleaning, "Young Master Gu" (Ning Yi) accompanying in a wheelchair.
—How heartwarming! What a beautiful love!
Gu Cheng: "..." Finished one floor, rubbed his temples. Habitually called his bodyguard: "Song Yan—"
Ning Yi rolled his wheelchair: "Here comes the fiery red lips—"
Gu Cheng closed his eyes: "...No need." His dignity was at stake.
The banquet hall of Bishui Yunshu was bustling with excitement for the launch event of the apocalyptic-themed activity. Socialites whispered:
"Young Master Gu is here!"
"He'll present the awards personally! I must win first place!"
Ding Ziyue, exquisitely made up, awaited Jiang Linyi.
Jiang Linyi arrived punctually, like a prince descending: "You said you were afraid and needed protection. I'm here."
Ding Ziyue was moved, and the crowd envied them.
Just then, Gu Le arrived, displeased by whispers about Ning Yi: "My brother gifted the Bishui mansion to his sister-in-law!"
— "What?!" A multi-million-dollar villa for a country bumpkin?!
Ding Ziyue, jealous and alarmed, suspected Ning Yi had drugged Gu Cheng to bewitch him. She excused herself and slipped away to find "Young Master Gu."
On the front lawn, Ning Yi (possessing Gu Cheng) finished supervising the work and rolled freely.
Gu Cheng (possessing Ning Yi) murmured darkly: "Not watching anymore?"
"Husband's done sweeping. Couples don't talk about that stuff." Ning Yi beamed.
Gu Cheng scoffed coldly as he gathered trash. Only his Yi could master all household chores in a single day.
Just then, Ding Ziyue approached. Sad music played through her bone-conduction earbuds:
"Hey. Young Master Gu, remember?"
"Maybe. You know what? I'm here for you."
"Ning Yi hurt you, but it's okay. You still have me."
Ning Yi (possessing Gu Cheng) stifled laughter, trembling and closing her eyes to endure the pain.
Seeing this, Ding Ziyue was certain he remembered! Pain! Such agony! Ning Yi was blocking the light and salvation!
Ning Yi (in Gu Cheng's body) turned and walked away, laughing so hard he couldn't speak.
Ding Ziyue teared up, watching "Ning Yi" (Gu Cheng) carry the trash out. She rushed forward to stop him:
"You! Did you abuse Young Master Gu? What did you do to him?!"
Gu Cheng (in Ning Yi's body), glaring at his dirt-stained hands from cleaning, snapped in anger:
"None of your damn business!"
This was between husband and wife.