2/3 Chapter 23 They were getting closer and closer , and when their breaths met , Erik turned his head and gently placed Anns head on his shoulder . By late at night , Ann had fallen asleep on his shoulder , and only then did he carefully move her to the bed . Before turning off the lights , he softly wiped away the tears in the corner of her eyes . Just as he was about to leave , Ann suddenly grabbed his hand . Stay with me . Please ? His heart skipped a beat , feeling like something inside him had been touched . He leaned down , kissed her forehead gently , and then intertwined his fingers with hers . Im staying with you . Im not going anywhere . The sunlight streamed through the curtains , and Ann instinctively reached up to block it , but then she felt someone holding her from behind . She turned to find Erik sleeping soundly beside her . Ann stared at the man in front of her , his features so smooth and well defined , looking sharp and good looking . She couldnt resist reaching out to gently trace his face . www Aw Just then , Erik opened his eyes , and they locked eyes . Neither of them said anything , but their breaths became deeper . Erik smiled and tucked a strand of hair behind her ear . Did you sleep well last night ? he asked . Ann smiled sweetly and replied , I slept well , and felt really at ease . After that , neither of them brought up what had happened between them , but their relationship became more intimate . For example , he would now tell her about his upcoming schedule . Why are you suddenly going back to the country ? Ann looked up at him , confused . From what she knew , Eriks business was mostly abroad , with only a few things in his home country . Since Eriks parents started traveling , they had handed over their local businesses to professionals . So , she didnt know why he was suddenly going back . 1/3 Erik noticed the worry in Anns eyes . He smiled and pulled her into his arms . Dont worry . Im expanding a new business in the country . I need to go back for the opening ceremony , and also , Ill help you get back at that guy who hurt you , he said . Ann clenched his shirt . Since Jeremys affair , Erik was the first one who would help her get revenge . Honestly , I dont care about him anymore . Hes been punished . Letting go means not caring about him , and I dont want his actions to affect my mood anymore , said Ann . Erik pulled her closer and said with sincerity , Ann , all I want is for you to be happy and calm . I dont want you to suffer anymore . You are the most important person to me . Title: CEO Lu's Four Wonders In CrushReel's captivating tale, "CEO Lu's Four Wonders," Ye Lanxi finds herself entangled in an unexpected twist of fate after a fateful encounter with the enigmatic CEO of Lu Group, Lu Yanzhou. What starts as a night of drunken revelry soon leads to an unanticipated consequence—an impending motherhood that binds her to the powerful CEO. Amidst the opulent backdrop of mansions and offices, this modern drama unfolds with themes of wealth, ambition, and the complexities of relationships in high society. As Ye Lanxi navigates the challenges of her newfound reality, readers are drawn into a world where passion and consequences collide, shaping the future for both protagonists in ways they never imagined. What sets "CEO Lu's Four Wonders" apart is its intricate exploration of power dynamics, personal growth, and the price of secrets in a world where every move is scrutinized. Dive into this compelling narrative at CrushReel and witness a story that defies expectations while delving deep into the intricacies of love and ambition.