EbonyPeach

The Morandi color palette refers to colors with low saturation and a muted, smoky feel.
Chen Ningxi, who usually seems untouched by worldly concerns, finds herself unexpectedly moved upon meeting Cheng Qiaobei, who embodies the Morandi hues.
At their first meeting, Cheng Qiaobei is in a subordinate position, striving to meet the demands of Chen Ningxi’s client role.
Three days later, they meet again when Cheng Qiaobei is inspecting a hotel and Chen Ningxi, a VIP client, calls to make a complaint that goes directly to his office.
Two weeks later, a newly built chain hotel urgently requires electric equipment installation approval, and the responsible person is Chen Ningxi.
Cheng Qiaobei visits her for negotiations but gets caught in the middle of Chen Ningxi’s blind date, and weighing his options, he lets himself be used as a temporary shield to deflect the matchmaker.
With a glance, they fulfill each other's needs—he gets the approval, and she avoids matchmaking.
In the charade of their fake relationship, they end up truly connecting. He gets drunk, she listens earnestly; he's busy, she remains focused on her work.
He does not intrude on her, and she does not disturb him. Chen Ningxi realizes she might have found someone easy to get along with and never tires of.
Regarding love, Chen Ningxi has the ability to both love deeply and restrain herself. In terms of career, Cheng Qiaobei has the capability to conjure miracles and rise again from setbacks.
As for them, they are a couple wandering within the hues of the Morandi palette.

Fated Love With the Billionaire

Chen Ningxi was about to retract her hand when Cheng Qiaobei grabbed her wrist, not letting her leave. He lowered his head, his eyelashes slightly drooping, and gently brushed his moist tongue over the shallow bite mark. Instantly, Chen Ningxi's hair stood on end as a tingling sensation swept through her body.


"Mm…" She pushed against him while stepping back, her waist tightened, and he easily pulled her back.


The distance closed, and looking at his alluring eyes made her heartbeat erratic. 


Trying to stay composed, Chen Ningxi said, "I'll clean up a bit, and we can leave."


"What is there to see? I just got back from the site, covered in dust." Embarrassed, Chen Ningxi tugged the loose hair behind her ear, speaking softly, "Let go."


"Let me hold you a bit longer." Cheng Qiaobei didn't give her a chance to refuse, grabbing her in a tight embrace.


At that moment, footsteps echoed from the corridor.


Chapter 163: Keeping Secrets from Her