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CEO's Secret Love

Drowning in her father's gambling debts and her brother's medical bills, she made a desperate deal with a wealthy man, moving into his villa to pay him back night after night. Though she fell for his unexpected tenderness, she knew it was just a transaction. The moment her family's debt was cleared, she walked away. But years later, just as she rebuilds a quiet, normal life, her former captor reappears in her world with a chilling promise: this time, escaping him is no longer an option.
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Chapter 1

1

"Never had a boyfriend?" A domineering yet gentle voice of a man sounded in my ear.

"Hmm..."

I was pinned beneath him, my face burning, grateful the lights weren't on.

"Then I'll be gentler."

The man chuckled lightly, his fingers deftly undoing the ties of my nightgown.

The cool touch of his fingertips sent shivers through me.

I wanted to flee, but I couldn't.

It took a lot to get to know this man, my brother's illness was progressing quickly, there was no time to wait.

Thinking of this, I awkwardly leaned into the man...

To save up for my brother's medical expenses, I took a job at a club and met Su Shaochen by chance.

As a patron, he must be top-tier.

He was assertive but not rude, never forcing me, and was very considerate of my feelings.

I could even sense a hint of pity in his actions.

For months, I almost forgot my original intention, getting lost in this relationship.

I woke up once again in this luxurious hotel suite.

Clothes strewn across the floor, the familiar Bvlgari bed, the pure cashmere carpet, and the sound of water coming from the bathroom.

I lay quietly on the bed, thinking of how to word it.

Before long, Su Shaochen came out wrapped in a towel, carrying a pleasant fragrance.

He didn't look at me, taking clothes out of the wardrobe and putting them on one by one.

Catching a glimpse of the scratch marks I left on his back, my face flushed again.

"Sir..." I called to him softly.

"Hmm." He didn't turn around, leisurely buttoning up his shirt, replying indifferently.

"Next time... I won't come... My brother's medical expenses are already covered..."

My voice was almost a whisper, eyes downcast, not daring to look at him.

Because of this, I didn't notice his hand paused while tying his tie, and he smirked a bit.

"Alright." He replied briskly, without any detectable emotion.

His well-defined hand picked up the suit jacket next to him and swiftly put it on.

"Remember to take your medicine."

Even if he didn't mention it, I would always obediently take the medicine afterward, never forgetting.

I had already gotten used to it.

Today, however, his deliberate reminder surprised me a little.

But thinking about it, I let it go.

We are people from two different worlds, and after today, we won't meet again.

It's normal for him to worry about a future entanglement, given his prominent status.

Even a tiny connection to him would bring countless benefits.

By the time I looked up, intending to thank him for his help during this time, I realized he had already left.

The room was left with only his lingering scent.

Suppressing the faint feeling of loss in my heart,

I put on my clothes and left his villa.

This memory, it's best sealed in the heart,

From this moment on, I will return to my own life.

2

In the following years, I completed my studies.

My younger brother had fully recovered, and for work, I left home and moved to Ning City.

In the blink of an eye, two years passed, and now I am a professional butler at a top service company in Ning City, specializing in serving celebrities from various fields.

Early one morning upon arriving at the company, the general manager solemnly instructed us to attend a meeting.

Needless to say, it must be another important client coming.

"Everyone listen up, this client is extremely important, and they will personally select a butler."

Everyone responded in unison, "Okay, Mr. Gao."

Since I hadn't been with the company for long, I was positioned towards the end of the group.

It was my first time seeing Gao Yan take a guest so seriously.

"The client's schedule is absolutely confidential; I don't even know their exact arrival time, so we must be prepared at all times! What I can tell you now is that this is a truly remarkable person coming! Being selected would be a great fortune for you, so give it everything you've got, understand?"

Gao Yan enthusiastically waved his hand, ending the speech.

Just then, the colleague responsible for reception rushed into the meeting room frantically.

"Mr. Gao! Quick! The client is downstairs!"

Gao Yan immediately reacted, quickly stood up, and led us downstairs to greet them.

I stayed behind the others, waiting for the elevator, when my phone vibrated a few times.

Upon checking, it was a photo sent by my colleague Little Hui, showing a man in a suit, looking leisurely.

Text: "This is the big client! He's so handsome! Qingyun, hurry down! He's ten thousand times more attractive in person than in the photo!"

I chuckled, thinking there couldn't be someone like that, except...

I casually clicked to enlarge the photo.

With just a glance, I recognized him.

It's actually him!

My body stiffened, and blood surged to my head.

3

Two years have passed, and I thought those chaotic memories had blurred, and there would be no further intersection between him and me.

Su Shaochen, turns out I never really forgot.

I can't believe he's reappeared in my world like this.

While I was still immersed in my memories and surprise, the elevator chimed and reached the first floor.

Gao Yang led the way, swiftly moving towards that legendary client, welcoming them all inside.

With just one glance, I saw him standing in front of everyone, dazzling and prominent.

My breath stalled, hoping he would see me, yet hoping he wouldn't notice me.

At this moment, Gao Yan was already leading the guests toward the elevator.

"Mr. Su, this way, please. We've prepared a lounge for you and arranged all our company's top-notch managers just for you. You'll surely find one to your liking..."

Su Shaochen's face remained inscrutable, suddenly lifting his previously lowered eyes, his gaze landing on me.

"Is she also a manager?"

It was the same deep, magnetic voice from my memory.

He didn't recognize me?

Hearing him say that, Gao Yan turned to see my bewildered expression and immediately chimed in, "Yes, yes, this is Lu Qingyun, also an excellent employee of our company, just lacking a bit of experience... We have more seasoned top managers..."

"I'm pressed for time." Su Shaochen shifted his gaze from me, lowering his eyes to look at his phone screen.

Gao Yan, seasoned and cunning, remarked, "Young people have more energy, oh yes, speaking of which, our Little Lu's hometown is also Haishi, just like Mr. Su..."

"She'll do.

I was still frozen in place when his assistant, Qiu Jie, nudged me forward.

"Hurry up and catch up."

And so, inexplicably, I became Su Shaochen's personal manager, moving with them into Yunding International.

Looking at this familiar villa, past memories flooded continuously...

I couldn't believe I was back here again, and for the purpose of "serving" him.

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