The Devil who devoured Snow White

Bai Jingye was waiting for the couple to come out of his study room. It was taking a while and he knew the reason behind it, after all, he inferred what happened the other night. The person who was on the other side of the phone when Han Yizhou picked up the call was actually him. All along, it was a part of the other man's plan. Lu Mengjie hearing most of his words were all intentional. If he hadn't done that, how would he be able to make women hate him? At least that was what he thought.

He was one of Han Yizhou's acquaintances. He was actually the real reason why Han Yizhou was able to find Lu Mengjie in Switzerland. It was never a coincidence. He has always worked as that man's eyes. 

He could still remember the first time he saw the man, it was during a charity event 3 years ago. The main purpose on why their alliance began was all because of working against Bai Keran. He was just another pawn actually but he was a pawn who was willing to be used by the other man instead of his grandfather.

Finally, after almost an hour of waiting, the door was pulled open and there came out Lu Mengjie with Han Yizhou who was back in his disguise. The two were standing close to each other and this made him think the couple had finally reconciled. He noticed that both their eyes were red. Must be because of crying.

For some reason, he felt a small pang in his chest but he ignored it. It was something irrelevant for him. He was different from Han Yizhou who allowed himself to be blinded by his feelings. They had to change most of their plans just because of one girl but he couldn't really blame Lu Mengjie for what happened. She may be the cause but he was willing to let it go just this once. She was still his friend.

"Are you done with the interview?" Bai Jingye asked, straightening his back since he was leaning against the wall earlier.

"Yes. From now on, Mr. Han will be in charge of my safety." She turned to look at the man beside her. "Please take care of me," said Lu Mengjie as she offered her hand for a handshake.

"It will be my pleasure," Han Yizhou replied, accepting her hand. When he held it, he even gave it a small squeeze which made the girl's smile widened.

They were holding their hands for a while and were staring into each other's eyes like any normal, deeply in love couple would do.

These two… It seemed like he was going to eat dog food and drink vinegar for a week. Maybe he should just schedule for an earlier flight to the mainland? 

Bai Jingye had to clear his throat just to steal their attention. He cast his eyes at the blond-haired man. "I'm expecting a good job from you, Mr. Han. I will not tolerate any mistake on your part. My wife's safety comes first."

Han Yizhou only replied with a small nod. It was obvious that he was not liking how he addressed Lu Mengjie.

"Anyway, I'm going to go for a check-up today." She looked at Bai Jingye and asked, "are you coming with me?"

It was just a pretense and now that Han Yizhou was there, the other guy had to create opportunities for them to be together. "I can't. I have a meeting to attend. Han Yizhou, you accompany her."

"Madam is going out?' Steward Fang came approaching them. He stopped in front of them and turned his stern gaze at the blond-haired man. "I was not notified that we are actually having a guest today." He glanced sharply at Bai Jingye, giving him a scolding look.

"He is not a guest. He is my new bodyguard." It was Lu Mengjie who gave him a reply, making the steward turn her way.

The steward raised a brow in confusion. No one told him that she was going to have a new bodyguard. It was obviously not from Bai Keran. "New bodyguard?"

He was quick to dismiss the idea. "But Madam, I don't think you should add another one. Are you not satisfied with Goyun's performance? If not, I can just find someone better."

Bai Jingye knew what the other man was trying to do and this only made him frown.

"Ah, no, no, you don't have to steward Fang," Lu Mengjie quickly replied. She waved her hand a bit in front of her as she rejected his offer. "I don't have a problem with Mr. Goyun. Jingye here just wanted to add another person to protect me. Two is better than one don't you think so?"

Steward Fang's lips were pressed, sealed tightly upon hearing her words. If she was putting it that way, it would be harder for him to change their mind. He could only clench his teeth and control his temper.

"Now that everything is settled, tell Goyun to prepare the car." Bai Jingye ordered.

Once again, the old man was perplexed. He was given strict orders not to allow Lu Mengjie to leave the house. "But sir, Madam is pregnant. I don't think she should be going out," he said as an excuse.

"That's the very reason why she needs to. My wife will be going for her check-up to check on the status of our baby."

 After he turned to Lu Mengjie and said, "take care on your way." He was about to lean forward and give her a kiss on her forehead but Han Yizhou was quick enough to go in between them. 

Bai Jingye: "…"

"Madam, you have made an appointment, right? We need to get going and be on time." He said as an excuse, not forgetting to throw a warning glare at the other guy. No one was allowed to touch her in his presence even if Lu Mengjie's relationship with Bai Jingye was all an act.