Time flew by quickly. In the blink of an eye, two months had already passed since Gu Anran moved into the Lu Villa. She was now three months pregnant and had begun experiencing severe morning sickness.
"Where's the Young Madam?" Lu Zhenyu asked as soon as he returned from the office, handing his coat to a servant.
"The Young Madam is upstairs sleeping in her room," Aunt Qin replied respectfully.
"Did she eat well today?" Lu Zhenyu asked, though from his expression, he already seemed to know the answer.
Aunt Qin sighed softly. "The Young Madam only took a few mouthfuls before she vomited. After that, she refused to eat again."
Lu Zhenyu nodded slowly. "Okay, I understand."
He went upstairs to their room. When he entered, he saw Gu Anran curled up on the bed, looking small and fragile. His expression softened as he walked over and sat beside her.
Gu Anran felt the bed sink slightly and slowly opened her eyes. When she saw him, she looked surprised and sat up.
"You're already back?" she asked.
"Mm," he replied. Then he looked at her seriously. "Why didn't you eat? Are you trying to starve our child?"
Gu Anran pouted slightly. "You know I don't mean to starve our child. I just can't stop myself from puking whenever I eat something."
As she spoke, she leaned into his arms in a slightly coquettish manner. After living with Lu Zhenyu for two months, she had grown used to his presence and his pampering.
She didn't know if it was because of the pregnancy hormones, but she always wanted to be close to him, to stay in his arms.
Lu Zhenyu didn't mind her new habit at all. In fact, he seemed to enjoy it. He held her close and gently stroked her hair.
Then he placed his hand on her stomach and spoke to the baby with a serious expression.
"If you dare trouble my wife, I will settle the score with you when you're born."
Gu Anran burst into laughter when she heard him.
But no one knew how much her heart fluttered when he said those words.
My wife.
He said it so naturally now.
She suddenly sat up and hugged him, wrapping her arms around his neck. Lu Zhenyu was slightly surprised but quickly hugged her back. Then he lowered his head and placed a gentle kiss on her forehead.
"How about we go eat outside?" Lu Zhenyu suggested softly. "Maybe you've been too cooped up at home."
Her eyes immediately lit up. "Okay! Then wait for me to change into something better."
Seeing her finally look energetic, Lu Zhenyu couldn't help but smile faintly.
Gu Anran went upstairs to change and soon came down wearing a long white dress. The dress was loose and comfortable, suitable now that her baby bump was beginning to show slightly. Her hair fell softly over her shoulders, making her look gentle and elegant.
Lu Zhenyu had also changed out of his suit into a casual long-sleeved shirt and dark pants, making him look less like the cold CEO and more like an ordinary, handsome man.
"Alright, let's go," Lu Zhenyu said as he walked over and took her hand naturally.
Gu Anran nodded shyly, but when she noticed Aunt Qin and the maids looking at her with teasing smiles, her face immediately turned red.
Lu Zhenyu noticed her expression and chuckled softly. He leaned closer and whispered near her ear,
"Wife, I thought you were already used to being affectionate."
Her face became even redder.
The maids smiled even more when they saw their Young Master teasing her.
"Stop teasing me and let's just go," Gu Anran said, embarrassed, as she pulled him toward the door.
"Have a nice time, Young Madam!" Aunt Qin called respectfully from behind, though there was a smile in her voice.
At the Restaurant
A few minutes later, they arrived at a high-end restaurant. The moment Lu Zhenyu entered, the manager hurried over to greet him.
"President Lu, welcome," the manager said, bowing slightly. However, his eyes secretly drifted toward Gu Anran, trying to guess her identity.
Lu Zhenyu noticed immediately.
"My wife is eating here for the first time," he said calmly. "Make sure the food is superb."
The manager froze for a split second.
His wife?!
His attitude immediately changed.
"Mrs. Lu, I'm very sorry for my disrespect. I didn't recognize such an honourable person," the manager said, bowing deeply toward Gu Anran.
Gu Anran felt a little awkward and quickly waved her hand. "It's okay."
"Come, let's go to my private room," Lu Zhenyu said gently, guiding her by the hand.
"Okay," she replied with a small smile.
After they entered the private room, Lu Zhenyu turned to the manager.
"Serve your best dishes. My wife's situation is a little special, so make sure the food is suitable for her."
The manager was quick-witted and immediately understood what he meant.
"Don't worry, President Lu. I will personally supervise everything," he said seriously before leaving the room.
Inside the Private Room
Gu Anran looked around curiously before asking, "Does your company hold shares in this restaurant?"
Lu Zhenyu shook his head. "No. It belongs to me, but my elder sister manages it."
Gu Anran blinked, stunned for a moment.
"If that's the case…" she said slowly, her eyes suddenly turning playful, "Can you make an exception for me so I don't have to pay when I eat here?"
Lu Zhenyu looked at her and chuckled softly.
"Silly girl, you're my wife. What's mine is yours. But if you really like this restaurant, I can transfer the ownership to you."
"I want," Gu Anran replied almost immediately without pretending to be polite.
Lu Zhenyu was slightly surprised by her honesty, then smiled.
"Alright. I'll arrange it in a few days. Now don't think too much and eat properly."
Just then, the manager pushed in a food cart and began laying the dishes on the table one by one.
Lu Zhenyu picked up a knife and fork and began cutting the steak into small pieces.
He already knew his wife was hungry but would probably feel uncomfortable eating too much in front of others.
After cutting the steak, he picked up a piece and held it toward her mouth.
Gu Anran hesitated, feeling shy because the manager was still standing there. She noticed the manager staring at Lu Zhenyu in complete shock, as if he had just witnessed something unbelievable.
He had never imagined that the cold and ruthless President Lu would have such a gentle and attentive side.
Lu Zhenyu noticed her discomfort and said calmly without looking up,
"You can leave now."
"Yes, President Lu," the manager replied quickly and slipped out of the room, still shocked by what he had just seen.
Once the door closed, Gu Anran finally relaxed.
Lu Zhenyu raised the fork again.
"Open your mouth."