Spoiled Rotten by the CEO After a Contract Marriage - Chapter 2
Chapter 2: Me Too!
“We are fellow travelers in distress, so I won’t beat around the bush. My family is pressuring me intensely, and I must quickly find a suitable partner to take home. If you are willing, I am prepared to offer a monthly remuneration of one million yuan.”
Yang Yuyang’s eyes were wide as saucers. Although his family was also very wealthy, he had been penniless for half a month. With a remuneration of a million yuan, let alone a fake marriage, he’d personally cater to the mistress if one came knocking after the wedding.
“May I be so bold as to ask, with such excellent conditions, why would you consider someone like me?”
You Wen Chen’s conditions were far better than he had imagined. Why would such a catch need to seek out a little pauper like him?
“Most of the people around me are business partners, so it’s not convenient to discuss this kind of arrangement. If I were to hire a fake one with money, my parents would see through it.”
“But aren’t I also someone you hired with money?”
Could he be for real?
You Wen Chen’s eyes were fixed on him, as if afraid to miss a single detail: “You are different. Our two families are of comparable standing, so my parents wouldn’t suspect you’re with me for the money. Most importantly, you are very cute. My parents are quite fond of young people like you; they will definitely be very satisfied with you.”
Yang Yuyang was susceptible to flattery, especially when praised by such a handsome man, and he immediately felt his head swell.
“Perhaps you are unaware, but I have also had a few business collaborations with your parents. If you are uncertain about my character, you can go back and discuss it with them.”
You Wen Chen was confident. Learning from his friend Si Miao’s past mistakes, he had planned to win over the other party’s parents before pursuing his “spouse.” His parents-in-law would surely be very pleased with him.
Yang Yuyang scratched his head: “I’m not questioning you, it’s just… I have a lot of bad habits, and I’m afraid I’ll cause you trouble. I keep cats, and they often ruin things at home. Couches, for example, don’t last more than a few days in my house. Also, I have a very strong urge to buy things, and I need several rooms at home to store all my beloved merchandise. Plus, I do cosplay, so I need a few more rooms for my costumes.”
His family home was large, so he could use as many rooms as he wanted. He couldn’t go to someone else’s house and occupy their rooms.
Although he was tempted by You Wen Chen’s offer, he didn’t want to cause trouble for the other person.
He expected You Wen Chen to hesitate, but instead, he just smiled calmly: “A few rooms? I can buy several houses for you to store them, as long as you’re happy.”
“…” Darn, I was deceived by his gentle facade, forgetting that he is essentially an overbearing CEO.
“Are there any other concerns?”
Yang Yuyang hesitated: “Then after we marry… will we share a room?”
“Usually no, but occasionally my parents will come and stay for a few days, so yes, we would need to. But don’t worry, I won’t do anything to you. We’d only need to lie in the same bed. Is that acceptable?” You Wen Chen’s hands, resting on his knees, clenched slightly, and his heart pounded, terrified he would be rejected.
Yang Yuyang thought, wouldn’t that be very dangerous?
The dangerous one wouldn’t be him, it would be You Wen Chen. Who wouldn’t feel something lying next to such a handsome man?
“If you are uncomfortable sharing a bed with anyone, I can also sleep on the sofa or the floor.” You Wen Chen lowered his standard.
“It’s not that I’m uncomfortable, I’m just… afraid of causing you trouble.” He was too embarrassed to say that he was afraid of what he might do to You Wen Chen.
“None of your requests are troublesome. Is this okay? If you’re concerned, we can also sign a contract that will carefully list every one of your requests.”
Yang Yuyang pondered for a moment: “I have no objection, but I have to go back and ask my parents.”
Although he looked very rebellious, deep down, he was still afraid of his mother. If he were to register the marriage with a stranger, his mother might send him to a juvenile detention center tomorrow.
“Alright.”
“Then I’ll step out to make a call?”
“Please do.”
Yang Yuyang went out with his phone. You Wen Chen watched his retreating back, the look behind his glasses startlingly deep and profound.
Fanfan, lying in his arms, was startled. Meow, meow, meow! Was that the same tender and gentle handsome guy from a moment ago?
Yang Yuyang went to the outside corridor and first called Yang Yi.
Yang Yi answered, but only said one sentence: “The party you are calling is currently playing mahjong. Please transfer to the Family Boss.”
“…”
Having no choice, he boldly called his mother, Ou Huanhua.
“Oh, a rare caller,” Ou Huanhua sounded immediately sarcastic.
Yang Yuyang mustered his courage: “I’m getting married!”
“If you dare to mention the names of those anime characters, your cats won’t even get canned food after this.”
“To You Wen Chen. You know him, right?”
Ou Huanhua was silent for a moment, then spoke: “Still trying to mess with me, huh?”
“I’m not, I’m genuinely marrying him.”
“Impossible. He’s out of your league.”
Yang Yuyang intentionally used an educational tone: “How can you say that? Although your son is indeed excellent, you can’t speak of others that way!”
“I meant you’re out of his league. It’s impossible for him to like you.”
“…” This time, the hurt was real.
You Wen Chen appeared behind him at some point and gently tapped Yang Yuyang’s shoulder: “Could you let me communicate with your mother?”
“Here you go, but she might have a bad attitude, so don’t take it personally.” Yang Yuyang was afraid Ou Huanhua’s passive aggression would scare the man away.
The result was that as soon as Ou Huanhua heard You Wen Chen’s voice, her attitude completely changed, instantly turning into an elder’s version of a sweet, high-pitched voice.
“Is that really you, Wen Chen!”
“It is, Sister Hua,” You Wen Chen greeted her familiarly.
Yang Yuyang choked on his saliva. Sister Hua sounded like the title for a brothel madam.
As soon as Ou Huanhua heard he was serious, she immediately rushed over from her company to speak with him face-to-face.
“Your mother is coming over. Are you ready?” You Wen Chen returned the phone to him.
Yang Yuyang nervously rubbed his face: “Can you handle her? Or should we just tell her we were joking? My mother is so sharp; if she sees through this, I’m doomed.”
You Wen Chen found the action endearing and wanted to reach out and touch his face, but realizing now wasn’t the time, he stopped himself.
“Don’t worry, just leave it to me.”
“You said that, so if she really kicks me out of the house, you have to take me in, okay?” Yang Yuyang looked at him pitifully. He wasn’t afraid of starving, but his two babies couldn’t handle hunger.
“Yes, I will definitely take you in.” He secretly wished for this opportunity.
Ou Huanhua quickly arrived at the scene, dragging the bewildered Yang Yi along. When she saw You Wen Chen in person, her face blossomed into a wide smile.
Despite her smiles, her investigation was as thorough as the FBI’s, asking about everything from how they met to why they were getting married.
Yang Yuyang’s palms were sweating, terrified that You Wen Chen would say a single wrong word. His mother was a businesswoman, terrifyingly astute. He had never been able to get away with a lie since childhood.
You Wen Chen was completely unfazed, answering everything methodically, occasionally gazing at Yang Yuyang with a look full of affection to reduce Ou Huanhua’s suspicion.
“Wen Chen, does he have some leverage over you?” Ou Huanhua still couldn’t believe that a handsome man of You Wen Chen’s caliber would take a fancy to her silly son.
You Wen Chen took the opportunity to hold Yang Yuyang’s hand: “Sister Hua, I truly like Yang Yang. I beg you to give me a chance to take care of him. I promise I won’t disappoint you.”
Ou Huanhua quietly asked Yang Yi: “What do you think?”
Yang Yi, who was seriously eating, replied: “Huh? These crystal shrimp dumplings are quite good.”
Ou Huanhua kicked him: “Stop eating! This concerns your son’s lifelong happiness, and you’re still sitting here eating!”
Yang Yi put down his chopsticks: “I won’t eat anymore, I won’t eat anymore. Who is it that wants to discuss lifelong happiness with our son?”
“You Wen Chen!” Ou Huanhua was sometimes truly exasperated by her oblivious husband. They had been talking for so long, and he hadn’t heard a single word.
Yang Yi said “Oh,” and a few seconds later, his eyes widened: “What? You Wen Chen? Did something happen that made him fall into my son’s hands?”
Yang Yuyang: …
Did they really have to say that?! Was he that bad?!
You Wen Chen replied gently and politely: “Uncle, I really like Yang Yang, and I hope you can grant us your blessing.”
Seeing that neither Yang Yi nor Ou Huanhua spoke, You Wen Chen stood up and knelt before them: “Yang Yang is the only person who has captured my heart in all these years. I hope my future father-in-law and mother-in-law can give me a chance to care for and cherish him.”
Yang Yuyang’s pupils shook dramatically. No way, this is too real! He was almost convinced himself!
Ou Huanhua’s gaze fell on him: “Don’t you have anything to say?”
Yang Yuyang quickly knelt down beside You Wen Chen: “Me too!” (Ore mo isshou! – A famous line from the anime Slam Dunk, meaning “Me too” or “Same here,” often used in a dramatic or comedic context.)
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