The way the mission was conducted changed, which might be the best news recently besides Qin Yun’s pregnancy.

Pei Yan looked at his dwindling Life Value.

There’s still a long way to go to complete the mission.

He came out of the bathroom, carefully lifted the blanket, got on the bed, reached out to hold Qin Yun in his arms, rubbed against her contentedly, and then fell asleep.

Pei Yan had a dream in which he gave something to a girl. The girl was very cute, clinging to his leg and rubbing against it constantly.

Like a little kitten.

However, his thoughts were a bit beastly, so he sat upright, not daring to let the girl see any hint of it.

He would lift the kitten, rub her ears, stroke her fur, and then hold her in his arms, protecting her like a treasure.

In the morning, when Pei Yan opened his eyes, his mind was filled with the image of the little kitten, but no matter how hard he tried, he couldn’t clearly see what the kitten looked like.

He could still clearly remember his reaction when holding the kitten, the warmth in his palm, but when he opened his eyes, there was nothing.

"Why would I have such a strange dream?"

Pei Yan frowned. The person in his arms woke up as well. When Qin Yun opened her eyes and lazily looked over, Pei Yan had the illusion that he saw the eyes of the cat in the dream.

Pei Yan softly said, "Awake?"

Pei Yan felt that he must be bewitched, dreaming of Qin Yun, and the feeling was so real.

He had never had such a realistic dream before.

Qin Yun lazily hummed, "Mmm."

The two got up and had breakfast. Zheng Qian brought some things over, and the two went to the study, while Qin Yun lay lazily on the sofa, bored to the extreme. Just as she was about to start a live stream on her account, a WeChat call came through.

It was Li Ning.

Qin Yun slapped her forehead, finally remembering something she seemed to have forgotten.

The call connected.

Li Ning appeared on the screen in a white tracksuit, smiling brightly as he greeted her, "Sister Yun! Long time no see."

Qin Yun, a bit embarrassed, said, "Long time no see. I’ve been so busy these past few days that I completely forgot what I promised you. I’ll ask Mr. Pei for you in a moment."

"Mr. Pei has already agreed to it! I’m currently in the country, about to go to Mr. Pei’s studio to discuss the signing details."

Li Ning said excitedly, visibly delighted to the eye, even walking with a spring in his step.

It seemed he called her immediately after getting off the plane.

Li Ning said, "I heard from Mr. Pei that you’re not busy recently. How about we grab a coffee together? I’ve already negotiated the signing details, I just need to go over and sign the contract."

Qin Yun didn’t expect that Li Ning would settle the collaboration with Pei Yan so quickly. She smiled awkwardly, "I’ve got time, I can leave anytime. Luckily, I didn’t delay your matter; otherwise, I’d feel guilty."

"Sister Yun, you’re talking nonsense. If it weren’t for you, I wouldn’t have signed with Mr. Pei so quickly. That day when I asked you to talk to Mr. Pei, brother Zheng Qian overheard and casually mentioned it to Mr. Pei, and Mr. Pei’s studio reached out to me. Do you know how excited I was? This is basically my dream. I wish I knew you sooner."

Li Ning flattered Qin Yun, who knew he was just being polite, but hearing it still made her happy.

Qin Yun chuckled at Li Ning, "So, what do you want me to help with?"

Li Ning wasn’t the least embarrassed after being exposed; instead, he shyly scratched the back of his head and spoke awkwardly, "Sister Yun, I heard Sister Yueqian doesn’t have any work recently either, could you help me invite her out too?"

Qin Yun laughed, expecting him to be waiting for this.

She deliberately raised an eyebrow, "Don’t you have Sister Yueqian’s WeChat? Why not just ask her directly, why drag me into it as the third wheel?"

"S-sister Yun, you." Li Ning now seemed uneasy being seen through; perhaps he didn’t realize how obvious his behavior was to anyone.

"Sister Yun, please don’t expose me, okay? I’m afraid Sister Yueqian might refuse, and then I wouldn’t have the face to ask her out next time. Please, help me out." Li Ning pleaded humbly.

Qin Yun had no choice but to agree.

She then called An Yueqian. Li Ning was right; she didn’t have any significant work scheduled for the next few days. Qin Yun called to ask her out, and she agreed immediately.

Qin Yun thought for a moment and decided to be upfront with An Yueqian.

"Sister Yueqian, what do you think of Li Ning?"

An Yueqian asked in surprise, "Xiao Yunyun, do you mean what I think you mean?"

Qin Yun nodded, "Yes, he asked me to invite you out. If you don’t like him, I’ll just tell him not to push it."

An Yueqian paused, recalling Li Ning. In her impression, this boy was enthusiastic and generous, very good-looking, especially his eyes, and considerate. During their time in Country F, every time he saw her, he’d sweetly call her Sister Yueqian.

Honestly, An Yueqian didn’t dislike him.

However, their situations were too different, and she’s not that keen on getting involved with this kid.

"Alright, I’ll bring An Chengjin along too."

Though An Yueqian agreed, she decided to bring An Chengjin along, so Li Ning could give up completely.

Qin Yun hung up the phone and shook her head helplessly, "Sister Yueqian, you still view fate too simplistically."

She spoke to An Yueqian directly, hoping to facilitate the relationship, but it seems Li Ning still has a long way to go.

He came out of the study just in time to hear Qin Yun’s words and asked, "What’s too simple?"

Zheng Qian greeted Qin Yun and quickly left, holding a pile of files, seeming like he let them accumulate for days before bringing them to Pei Yan for signature.

While Pei Yan spent a leisurely day at home with Qin Yun, Zheng Qian was exhausted like a dog.

"Nothing, Li Ning’s here for the signing, and he invited me for a meal. I’ve agreed, and later I’ll take Yuanyuan out. If you’re busy, just go do your work; you don’t have to stick around me. I’m not a three-year-old; I can take care of myself. Your constant care makes me feel like I’m handicapped."

Qin Yun complained a bit, and Pei Yan smiled wryly.

He had postponed all work he could, even handling company matters at home whenever possible, just to free up time to be with Qin Yun.

Now, Qin Yun felt he was in the way?

So feelings eventually fade, do they?

Pei Yan raised an eyebrow and said, "I have nothing to do now. The studio will handle Li Ning’s case. Now I’m just an idle boss; are you sure you don’t want to take me along?"

Qin Yun looked at him speechlessly, "Li Ning wants me to join for atmosphere. What am I going to do by taking you along, public affair converting to private?"

Pei Yan didn’t answer, just staring fixedly at Qin Yun.

Finally, Qin Yun had no choice. She didn’t even inform Yuanyuan, just had Pei Yan drive, and they went to the appointed place.

Li Ning had booked a private club, very secluded, and was already waiting in the private room.

As soon as they got out of the car, An Yueqian arrived. Just as her car stopped, An Chengjin jumped out excitedly and ran towards Qin Yun.