Villain Is Bodyguard of Heroine’s Poisonous Stepmother

Chapter 83: If You Break Up with Zhao Yingxuan, Ill Marry You

In the villa, Xiao Qingxue, clad in a maids outfit, glowered at Chen Luo, her teeth clenched in frustration.

This tea is too strong for my taste. Make it again, and try to do a better job this time. Lets not waste these leaves, Chen Luo remarked, tasting the tea Xiao Qingxue had prepared, a hint of displeasure in his expression.

Youre pushing it too far, Xiao Qingxue protested, visibly irked by Chen Luo.

This was her tenth attempt at brewing his tea, and Chen Luo had found fault with each one. Xiao Qingxue was convinced he was intentionally making things difficult for her.

Unsatisfactory as a maid, it seems. Perhaps its easier to just eliminate Xiao Yongqiang, Chen Luo mused with a faint smile.

Xiao Qingxue inhaled deeply, suppressing her frustration. She couldnt afford to retaliate, after all, Chen Luo was using her fathers life as leverage.

What exactly will it take for you to be pleased? Xiao Qingxue asked, her patience wearing thin.

Thats a question you should be asking yourself, not me, Chen Luo responded, seemingly entertained by the troubles he was causing Xiao Qingxue.

Xiao Qingxue took another deep breath and continued to brew tea, striving to meet Chen Luos expectations. She realized she couldnt afford to spend all day here with him, with her responsibilities at the company awaiting her attention.

Cough, cough. My cups empty, and you still havent refilled it, Zhao Yingxuan, lounging with her feet on Chen Luos lap, feigned a cough.

Such a lack of awareness for a maid, she remarked.

Xiao Qingxues gaze burned with resentment as she looked at Zhao Yingxuan, the person she loathed and detested most.

Any recent movements from Xiao Yongqiang? Chen Luo asked of Xia Lan.

Xiao Qingxue had been with them for several days now, and the absence of any activity from Xiao Yongqiang was peculiar.

Hes been staying indoors, showing no signs of activity, Xia Lan reported, having used her hacking skills to keep tabs on Xiao Yongqiang, including monitoring his phone. Yet, she hadnt detected any notable actions from him.

Chen Luo was skeptical of Xiao Yongqiangs inactivity.

Unbeknownst to Chen Luo, Xiao Yongqiang was incapacitated and unable to act against him. After his last departure from Chen Luos place, he had fallen gravely ill and hadnt shown signs of recovery. This information hadnt been made public, and even Xiao Qingxue was in the dark about her fathers condition.

Xiao Qingxue had been with Chen Luo all this while, and her visits to the company were always accompanied by Xia Lan, leaving her no chance to contact her father. Moreover, she was hesitant to reach out to Xiao Yongqiang, fearing his interrogation.

And what about Ye Chen? Chen Luo wondered, noting the protagonists unusual silence.

Ye Chen has been constantly hassled by Li Ting lately, Xia Lan informed.

Chen Luo couldnt help but smile at the thought of Ye Chen being preoccupied with Li Ting.

Also, Ah Da sent a message. Luo Zixuan has instructed him to target Ye Chen. Ah Da is seeking your advice on whether to follow Luo Zixuans orders.

Luo Zixuans personality had grown increasingly violent after his brush with death. His hatred for Ye Chen had reached new heights, obsessively plotting revenge. If not for his injuries confining him to the hospital, he likely would have already taken matters into his own hands.

Despite his situation, Luo Zixuan was persistent in his orders for Ah Da to eliminate Ye Chen.

Let Ah Da follow Luo Zixuans command. If theres an opportunity to kill Ye Chen, he should take it, no matter the cost, Chen Luo stated.

For Chen Luo, the potential loss of Ah Das life was a worthy sacrifice to get rid of Ye Chen.

In Chen Luos view, Ah Da was just a tool, expendable, unlike Xia Lan and the others. Yet, Chen Luo had little hope of Ah Da actually succeeding in killing Ye Chen, given Ye Chens role as the protagonist. It was almost impossible for anyone, including Chen Luo, to defeat Ye Chen, let alone Ah Da.

My shoulders feel sore. Give me a massage, Chen Luo motioned to Xiao Qingxue, rotating his shoulders.

Im in the middle of making tea, Xiao Qingxue replied.

Now Im asking you to come and massage my shoulders. Didnt you understand? Chen Luos stern voice caused Xiao Qingxue to feel aggrieved. Despite this, her prideful nature prevented her from showing her internal struggle. She silently bore the burden.

Xiao Qingxue didnt buy his complaint about sore shoulders. It seemed more plausible that she would be the one in pain, having been continuously pestered by him day and night.

Chen Luo, I can tolerate your deliberate pestering, but if you dare hurt my father, I swear Ill kill you, Xiao Qingxue declared while massaging his shoulders with all her might, yet unable to inflict any pain on him.

Dont worry. As long as you make a good impression, I wont harm your father. Im a man of my word, Chen Luo reassured her. He then pulled Xiao Qingxue close and kissed her, causing her to freeze in response.

By now, such moments werent new to Xiao Qingxue, so she was less flustered than before. Surprisingly, she even found herself being more assertive than she used to be. As creatures of habit, she had grown accustomed to Chen Luo.

Eventually, her resistance waned, and she even began to comply willingly.

Dont be swayed by this little seductress, dear, Zhao Yingxuan teased, playfully shifting her foot on Chen Luos leg, her eyes flirtatious.

Youre the real seductress here, Xiao Qingxue retorted, giving Zhao Yingxuan a frosty stare after Chen Luo let her go.

Shes no good, dont be charmed by her, Xiao Qingxue advised Chen Luo.

Heh, thinking you can disrupt the bond between my dear and me? Youre still too green, Zhao Yingxuan scoffed at Xiao Qingxue.

Xiao Qingxue, oh Xiao Qingxue, resorting to such ploys now? I guess I need to keep a closer eye on you, Zhao Yingxuan remarked wryly.

Chen Luo, if youre willing to sever ties with her, how about I marry you? Xiao Qingxue, mustering her resolve, threw a challenging glance at Zhao Yingxuan and then turned to Chen Luo.

With her traditional values, Xiao Qingxue had never envisioned marrying anyone else after being with Chen Luo. If marrying him meant gaining his allegiance, she was prepared for it. She had already surrendered herself to Chen Luo, marrying him seemed a natural progression.

Youre quite delusional, Zhao Yingxuan responded scornfully. Thinking youre fit to marry Chen Luo? What qualifies you?

And you think you qualify? Xiao Qingxue shot back, her disdain for Zhao Yingxuan evident. She wondered why she would be deemed unworthy of marrying Chen Luo.

I am not worthy, Zhao Yingxuan agreed calmly, nodding. But you arent either. Youre only suitable to be a mistress.

Xiao Qingxue was seething with anger, feeling demeaned by Zhao Yingxuans remarks.

Xiao Qingxue, you still dont really know me, Chen Luo said, shaking his head slightly at her. Im not the type to give up a whole forest for just one tree.

Especially since Xiao Qingxue was a tree he had already claimed.

Also, youre not all that significant to me. Dont overestimate your importance. Your mother is far better than you.

Scumbag, lowlife, Xiao Qingxue lashed out in fury.

Heh, keep cursing me if it makes you happy. But arent you worried that I might decide to end your fathers life tomorrow? Chen Luos threat clearly hit its mark. Xiao Qingxues face stiffened, her eyes reflecting disappointment and shock.

This was a heavy blow to her. Xiao Qingxue had always been immensely proud. Now, to hear Chen Luo compare her unfavorably to Zhao Yingxuan was a deep insult. How was she inferior to Zhao Yingxuan in beauty or figure?

Indeed, while she might not lag behind Zhao Yingxuan in terms of looks, even surpassing her slightly, she lacked Zhao Yingxuans allure. Besides, Zhao Yingxuans affection for Chen Luo was genuine. In contrast, Xiao Qingxues offer to marry Chen Luo stemmed more from a place of reluctant acceptance and strategic calculation. At this point, it was already an achievement for her not to despise Chen Luo, let alone love him.