Step Aside, My CEO Ex-Husband! Chapter 1118 - 1120: It’s Actually with Ziyang

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Previously on Step Aside, My CEO Ex-Husband!...
Tianxin asks Ziyang about common activities couples engage in, hinting at her desire to move their relationship forward. Ziyang reminds her she isn't eighteen yet but agrees to take her swimming. At the pool, Ziyang becomes uncomfortable with Tianxin's revealing swimsuit and the attention she receives from other men, ultimately deciding to cut their swim short.

Ziyang's fury ignited upon witnessing the scene!

He immediately surged towards Tianxin, his gaze a fierce warning to the other men.

Recognizing Ziyang, those men prudently withdrew, ceasing their attention toward Tianxin.

Ziyang remained steadfastly by Tianxin's side, a protective presence deterring any further unwanted glances.

Suddenly――

Tianxin clutched his arm, her voice laced with discomfort. "Brother Yang, I have a cramp..."

She'd forgotten her pre-swim warm-up and had plunged into the water with too much haste.

"No more swimming," Ziyang declared, gently lifting her away. The water barely reached his chest.

This closeness felt truly wonderful~

Carrying Tianxin from the pool, he settled her on a bench and began to massage her foot.

"Does it still hurt?"

"Not anymore," Tianxin replied with a smile, shaking her head.

"Let's do something else."

"Okay!" Tianxin readily agreed.

After changing their clothes, they departed the farm and went to see a movie.

They did not return until dusk, and Tianxin, brimming with the joy of their day, playfully requested his assistance. "Brother Yang, carry me!"

"Absolutely not!"

"Then I’m not moving. I’m utterly exhausted."

"..." Ziyang sighed.

Ultimately, he relented, extending his arms for Tianxin to gracefully leap into his embrace.

She entwined her arms around his neck, bestowing a kiss upon his lips as a token of her gratitude. "Brother Yang, you're the absolute best to me!"

"I'm quite tired myself, you know," Ziyang remarked, feigning exhaustion playfully.

"I'll give you a massage when we get back to the room!"

"Deal." Ziyang carried her a few steps before halting abruptly.

A look of astonishment crossed his features, and he instinctively drew Tianxin closer.

Sensing his tension, Tianxin inquired, puzzled, "Brother Yang, is something wrong?"

"Could you get down for a moment?" Ziyang asked softly.

"Okay..." Tianxin nodded, releasing him and stepping down.

She observed him, her brow furrowed, wondering at the peculiar expression on Brother Yang's face.

Following his gaze, she turned and gasped, her eyes widening in sheer disbelief!

Standing before them were none other than... Brother Ziqian and Sister Ping.

How could they possibly be here...

Ping and Ziqian shared their shock at encountering Ziyang and Tianxin together, especially after witnessing the kiss...

They stood frozen, observing behavior so clearly indicative of a couple.

The young man Madame had referenced was indeed Ziyang!

Madame must have harbored suspicions, prompting her to instruct Ping to keep a close watch on Tianxin.

Concerned about Tianxin encountering this young man, she had resolved matters at the shop,

entrusted the children to her mother's care, and summoned Ziqian to the farm to investigate.

Fearing Tianxin meeting that boy, they were unaware... it was actually Ziyang.

How could this be happening? How could Ziyang and Tianxin be together!

What were they to do now...

Ziqian's gaze grew dark as he looked at Ziyang, never imagining his own brother would behave in such a manner!

To be with Miss? Miss was so young, how could he possibly be involved with her!

They remained locked in this tense standoff for several minutes, silence prevailing as none knew what to say.

"Darling, please escort Miss away. I need a word with Ziyang," Ziqian instructed Ping, wishing to shield Miss from any unpleasantness.

"Understood!" Ping, momentarily stunned, agreed without questioning his intentions.

She, too, was uncertain of the course of action but resolved to follow his lead.

Ping advanced towards Tianxin, who retreated to Ziyang's side, tightening her grip on his arm.

"You and Sister-in-law go ahead. I have something to discuss with Brother," Ziyang said gently to Tianxin, raising a hand to affectionately stroke her hair.

This moment had arrived, yet he felt no fear; it was a confrontation he knew was inevitable.

"I don't want to!" Tianxin vehemently shook her head, her eyes fixed warily on Ping and Ziqian as they drew nearer.

If she left now, what if Brother Ziqian struck Brother Yang!

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