My whirlwind marriage partner is a wealthy CEO

Chapter 178 The Extra-Large Bed

Tan Haoyu didn't refute her, but gently pinched her cheek: "Let's go, let's go see the bedroom."

As the two entered the bedroom, Zhu Ziqing's gaze was immediately drawn to the oversized bed.

Her face flushed instantly, and she thought to herself: This bed... is too big, isn't it?

Tan Haoyu seemed to have read her mind and whispered in her ear, "What's wrong? Are you shy?"

Zhu Ziqing's face turned even redder. She didn't dare to turn around and look at Tan Haoyu, and just whispered, "No...no."

Tan Haoyu hugged Zhu Ziqing from behind and whispered in her ear, "I'm going on a business trip for two days tomorrow. Wait for me at home."

Zhu Ziqing nodded, but felt a little disappointed: "You...you're going on a business trip?"

Tan Haoyu gave a soft "hmm" and continued, "Next time you go on a business trip, you'll come with me."

Zhu Ziqing's heart skipped a beat, and she couldn't help but ask, "Why?"

Tan Haoyu didn't answer, but gently kissed her earlobe: "Because I don't want you to drop your phone again."

Zhu Ziqing's face flushed instantly, but she felt a sweet warmth in her heart: "I... I won't drop my phone again."

Tan Haoyu called Zhu Ziqing's name softly, his tone carrying an air of undeniable authority: "Next business trip, come with me, okay?"

Zhu Ziqing nodded, but she was puzzled: What exactly did he mean?

Tan Haoyu didn't explain further, but simply hugged her again and whispered, "Wait for me to come back."

Zhu Ziqing gave a soft "hmm," but felt uneasy: what was he implying?

The next morning, before it was fully light, Tan Haoyu got up quietly.

He glanced down at Zhu Ziqing, who was still fast asleep, a slight smile playing on his lips, and a hint of tenderness flashing in his eyes.

He gently kissed her forehead and whispered, "Something came up at the company, I have to go now, you get some more sleep."

Zhu Ziqing mumbled a response, turned over, and went back to sleep.

However, she woke up not long after. The unfamiliar surroundings made her feel uneasy, and especially considering the many servants in the house, she dared not stay in bed any longer.

"I can't leave my future mother-in-law with the impression of a lazy daughter-in-law." Zhu Ziqing thought to herself as she quickly got up and washed up.

She got dressed, walked out of the bedroom, and found the house already bustling with activity.

The servants bustled about in the various rooms, preparing for the New Year and arranging the decorations, everything was in perfect order.

Zhu Ziqing stood to the side, somewhat at a loss. She wanted to help, but found that she couldn't get involved at all.

"Am I a bit redundant?" Zhu Ziqing muttered to herself, feeling like she was just sitting around doing nothing.

She sighed and decided to go for a walk in the backyard, at least to get some fresh air.

As soon as Zhu Ziqing reached the backyard, she heard hurried footsteps and a maid's shouts: "Xiaohua! Don't run! Come back quickly!"

Immediately afterward, a fluffy little dog darted out from the flower bushes and ran straight towards Zhu Ziqing. The dog was clearly frightened; after running to Zhu Ziqing's feet, it clung tightly to her leg and refused to leave.

Zhu Ziqing squatted down, gently stroked the puppy's head, and said softly, "Don't be afraid, don't be afraid, Mommy is here."

The maid came running up, panting. Seeing Zhu Ziqing holding the puppy, she quickly said, "Miss Zhu, I'm so sorry, Xiaohua is too naughty. Please give it to me. The young master is a clean freak and doesn't allow small animals in the house."

Zhu Ziqing frowned and looked down at the little flower in her arms. The little flower was looking at her with wet eyes, as if pleading for her protection.

"No need, Xiaohua is shy, I'll take care of her," Zhu Ziqing said gently but firmly.

The maid hesitated, "But what about the young master..."

"It's okay, I'll talk to Haoyu." Zhu Ziqing interrupted her, her tone leaving no room for doubt.

Seeing this, the maid had no choice but to nod: "Then... then please be careful, Xiaohua hasn't been disinfected yet, I need to take it to get it treated."

Zhu Ziqing nodded: "Okay, I'll go with you."

Two days later, Jiayuan was decorated in a brand new style, and was filled with a festive atmosphere for the New Year.

Zhu Ziqing stood in the living room, looking at the red lanterns and Spring Festival couplets all over the room, and a long-lost warmth welled up in her heart.

"It's been three years since I've had a proper Chinese New Year," Zhu Ziqing sighed softly.

She liked the busy atmosphere, as if everything was full of hope and vitality.

In order to make a good impression on the elders of the Tan family, Zhu Ziqing decided to prepare some gifts.

She found Aunt Liu and asked softly, "Aunt Liu, do you know what the old man, husband, and wife like? I'd like to prepare some gifts."

Aunt Liu smiled, a hint of approval flashing in her eyes: "The old man likes calligraphy and painting, the gentleman likes traveling, and the lady loves embroidery."

Zhu Ziqing nodded, already having made up her mind.

The next day, she went to Pengcheng Collection Street alone and carefully selected a simple and elegant calligraphy and painting.

Next, she bought a beautiful double-sided embroidery for Tan's mother, every stitch and thread revealing the craftsman's dedication.

"I hope they'll like it." Zhu Ziqing held the gift, her heart filled with anticipation.

After returning home, she carefully wrapped the gift, silently praying: hoping that this meeting would go smoothly and that she could truly integrate into this family.

Zhu Ziqing spent the whole day preparing the calligraphy and painting for Grandpa Tan and the double-sided embroidery gift for Grandma Tan.

She carefully wrapped the gift, feeling a great sense of accomplishment.

"Next, it's time to prepare gifts for Mr. Tan and Tan Xiaoxuan." Zhu Ziqing sat on the sofa, gently rubbing her temples, her brows slightly furrowed.

She picked up her phone, hesitated for a moment, and finally decided to call Tan Haoyu.

"Haoyu, are you busy?" Zhu Ziqing asked softly after the call connected.

"It's alright, I just finished a meeting." Tan Haoyu's voice was still deep and magnetic. "What's wrong?"

"I wanted to ask you, what does Qin's father like? I want to prepare a gift for him, but I'm not quite sure what to give him." Zhu Ziqing's tone was filled with anticipation.

Tan Haoyu was silent for a moment, then said, "He likes to collect antiques, especially porcelain. You could consider giving him a fine piece of porcelain."

Zhu Ziqing's eyes lit up, and she quickly nodded, "Okay, I understand! Thank you, Haoyu."

After hanging up the phone, Zhu Ziqing felt much more relaxed.

However, when she thought of Tan Xiaoxuan's gift, her brows furrowed again.

"Tan Xiaoxuan has never lacked anything since she was a child. What should I give her?" Zhu Ziqing racked her brains but could not find a suitable gift.

She sighed and decided to go home first and think about it slowly.

As dusk fell, Zhu Ziqing took a taxi back to the Xiziwan Villa District.

The car stopped outside the villa area, and the driver said apologetically, "Miss, outside vehicles are not allowed to enter. You will have to walk a bit yourself."