The Only One With a Mouth in the CEO Novel - Chapter 68: Overthinking Alone, Then Silently Feeling Thrilled...

Chapter 68: Overthinking Alone, Then Silently Feeling Thrilled…

Ye Jin looked at Gu Chenxi with skepticism.

Noticing her gaze, he glanced at her lightly before lowering his eyes and intertwining his fingers more tightly with hers.

His entire demeanor radiated two words: dating.

Ye Jin couldn’t voice her frustration, silently breaking free and withdrawing her hand.

Gu Chenxi grasped empty air, then casually released it without concern.

He suddenly seemed to be in an exceptionally good mood.

Even though his girlfriend was giving him the cold shoulder, he didn’t mind, quietly sitting beside her to watch the promotional video together.

His overall state resembled a content, lazy big cat.

This instead made it difficult for Ye Jin to concentrate.

She worriedly glanced around—fortunately, no one was paying attention to their area.

The venue was filled with media personnel.

Most recognized Gu Chenxi’s face.

However, Yuji Technology had been gaining significant momentum lately, and today marked the first public appearance of its behind-the-scenes owner.

The media were all eager to see the true face of this mysterious figure.

Ye Jin’s heart remained tense.

Later, when Gu Chenxi appeared as the owner of Yuji Technology, the clash of information was bound to cause a major stir.

Thinking this, Ye Jin took out her phone to make a call, double-checking the venue’s security arrangements.

Don’t worry, Gu Chenxi murmured softly.

Ye Jin had little patience for him.

She enjoyed stirring up trouble.

But compared to Gu Chenxi, her antics were trivial.

Gu Chenxi always orchestrated major schemes quietly and never consulted anyone.

…And don’t be angry either, he added in a placating tone, softening his voice.

Unconsciously, the distance between them had narrowed.

Ye Jin mimicked his phrasing, responding coldly, And don’t talk to me either.

Gu Chenxi suddenly chuckled under his breath.

His girlfriend was finally willing to speak to him about something other than work.

Even if it wasn’t pleasant.

He liked it.

Gu Chenxi raised his hands in surrender, obediently leaning back.

Ye Jin: …

She won, but it felt like a hollow victory.

Mainly because Gu Chenxi seemed utterly impervious.

As if even an insult would lead him to overthink alone, then silently feel thrilled.

Ye Jin shuddered at her own imagination.

She really needed to spend less time in video comment sections.

Her mind was being polluted by those shameless commenters.

The ribbon-cutting ceremony was scheduled for the latter half of the event.

Before it began, Ye Jin went down early to coordinate.

The host followed the script: Next, we invite President Gu of Yuji Technology to the stage for our most important ribbon-cutting ceremony.

The media immediately raised their cameras.

Gu Chenxi stood up, casually buttoned his suit jacket, and strode onto the stage with his long legs.

The entire venue erupted in astonishment.

Followed by layers of shutter sounds.

He looked quite handsome when he cleaned up properly, perfectly matching the image of a domineering CEO from the novels Ye Jin read.

Ribbon-cutting, photos.

As soon as Gu Chenxi set down the scissors, the media swarmed the stage, eagerly raising microphones for interviews.

Ye Jin had anticipated this scene and immediately signaled security to maintain order.

Standing behind the security team, she reassured, Everyone, please remain calm. We will arrange a separate interview session later for questions.

Knowing there would be an opportunity for interviews, the media quieted down and returned to their seats.
Ye Jin breathed a sigh of relief.

She looked up and noticed Gu Chenxi watching her from the stage, so she made a gesture indicating he should wait for her backstage.

Returning to their original seats would inevitably lead to being swarmed by media, creating chaos.

Gu Chenxi received her signal, nodded, and descended the stage following her cue.

He was wearing a silver-gray suit today, exuding an air of nobility that made him look more like a male model on a runway than a scheming entrepreneur.

But Ye Jin had no mood to appreciate this. She sighed, feeling nothing but the exhausted weariness of a corporate worker.

Soon Gu Chenxi would be interviewed, but she would be the one speaking.

She needed to review her script once more.

Pulling up the notes on her phone, Ye Jin began walking toward Gu Chenxi while reading.

When she pushed open the lounge door, her eyes were still fixed on her phone screen when a shadow suddenly fell over her.

Gu Chenxi lowered his gaze, staring at her lips as he slowly leaned in—clearly intending to kiss her.

So Ye Jin directly raised her hand to cover his mouth.

She hadn’t reacted in time during the first and second surprise attacks—did he think she wouldn’t be prepared for the third?

Mr. Gu, what are you doing? she asked, deliberately ruining the moment.

Gu Chenxi was struggling with restraint.

This was his first relationship, and he’d only just learned how demanding romance could be.

It required constant self-control.

They couldn’t always be together, couldn’t always hold hands, and couldn’t kiss whenever he wanted.

His throat felt dry with longing. He moved her hand from his mouth, holding it in his palm and gently kneading it to soothe his anxiety.

If she refused, he couldn’t kiss her.

But… his girlfriend’s hand was so soft, just like her lips.

Gu Chenxi lowered his gaze, the fire in his eyes slowly dimming, his whole demeanor tinged with melancholy.

Just minutes ago, he had been the illustrious Mr. Gu.

Now he suddenly resembled a drenched puppy.

Indeed, this Love-struck mentality was something best avoided.

Ye Jin pulled her hand back, careful not to catch this strange affliction from him.

She avoided him and walked further into the room.

Gu Chenxi immediately followed, but Ye Jin raised her hand to stop him: Mr. Gu, I still have work to finish. Let’s maintain some distance, okay.

So he had no choice but to stay where he was.

His eyelids drooped, the long, thick shape of his lashes becoming pronounced.

Ye Jin pretended not to notice, lowering her head to quietly review her speech.