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Chapter 144: Chapter 141: The Fierce Offensive of the Gorgeous Girl_2
Chen Cheng smiled, "Really? I don’t believe it."
"There’s nothing to enjoy here?" He gently pinched Xiao Meier’s waist.
Xiao Meier let out a "yikes" and blushed, swatting his hand away.
"Speaking of which, you mentioned that I should really start taking care of myself, can’t keep being inconsistent."
Chen Cheng nodded, "Absolutely, but even if you don’t do beauty treatments, you’re still beautiful in my eyes."
Xiao Meier felt a wave of sweetness inside, "You really know how to sweet-talk."
Her face was brimming with excitement, "I never thought I could change for the better like this; Sister Lin is truly amazing."
"Isn’t that the truth!"
Xiao Meier sighed softly, "Compared to her, I feel like I’m still miles behind."
Chen Cheng reassured her, "Sister Xiao Er, don’t think like that, everyone has their own strengths, and you have many good points too!"
Xiao Meier asked curiously, "Like what?"
Chen Cheng earnestly replied, "Like your kindness and sincerity, those are rare qualities."
"You’re just trying to butter me up!"
Xiao Meier leaned on Chen Cheng’s shoulder, "Sister Lin said it, with your business growing bigger and bigger, I also need to change accordingly, to better stand by your side."
Chen Cheng then understood why Xiao Meier was willing to change.
She reached out to hold Chen Cheng’s face, turning it toward her, "What if you meet a younger and prettier girl in the future, will you despise me then?"
Chen Cheng grasped Xiao Meier’s hand, "Sister Xiao Er, how can you think that way?"
"I’m not well-educated, I can’t even use an iPhone," Xiao Meier lowered her head, a trace of inferiority in her voice, "Not like those young, beautiful, and educated girls."
After such a day, Xiao Meier was filled with a strong sense of insecurity.
Chen Cheng felt her unease and held her hand tightly, "Sister Xiao Er, not knowing how to use an iPhone is nothing, those things are not important."
"What is important then?"
"Your kindness, your considerateness, they are more precious than anything."
Tears glittered in Xiao Meier’s eyes, "But in today’s society, everything develops so quickly, I’m afraid I can’t keep up and will hold you back."
"If one day I say something wrong outside and embarrass you..."
Chen Cheng stroked her hair, "Do you know what they call me outside?"
Xiao Meier nodded, "Mr. Chen."
"Could the wife of Mr. Chen make a mistake?"
Xiao Meier broke into a smile, "You’re sweet-talking me again."
Chen Cheng looked at her seriously, "Sister Xiao Er, everything I say is from the heart. You don’t need to put so much pressure on yourself, I’m here for you."
Xiao Meier sniffled, "Mhm, I know you’re good to me."
"Don’t worry, Sister Xiao Er, I’ll always be by your side."
Xiao Meier made a noise of agreement, "Xiao Chen, it’s so good to have you!"
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Wanbao Hall, Camellia Room.
Wen Shulin and her daughter were sitting inside, happily having their meal.
"Li Ya, try this squab," Wen Shulin carved off a small piece of half a squab and placed it in Su Liya’s bowl.
"Sister Xiao Er mentioned that today’s squab was personally made by the head chef," she said with a face full of contentment, "just to welcome you."
Su Liya nodded slightly, "Shouldn’t we wait for Mr. Chen and Sister Xiao Er?"
"They’re probably still busy outside," Wen Shulin said, trying hard to hide her disappointment.
She too wished Chen Cheng would come in and join her for this family meal.
"Then..." Su Liya looked towards the door.
Squeak~
The door to the room opened, and Xiao Meier came in with a bowl of red bean paste.
"Sister Lin, Li Ya, take your time eating, there are more dishes to come!"
Wen Shulin got up to receive the dessert while inviting, "Sister Xiao Er, stop fussing and sit down to eat with us."
"Just a moment, let me get these few dishes arranged and I’ll be right over."
She then asked Su Liya, "Li Ya, are you getting used to the food today?"
Su Liya smiled and nodded, "Yes! It’s all delicious!"
She took a spoonful of red bean paste, "This is the tastiest!"
"This was personally made by Sister Xiao Er," Wen Shulin added.
"Yeah, she’s even better than any head chef!" Su Liya gave two thumbs up, "Sister Xiao Er, you’re super skilled!"
Xiao Meier laughed, then headed out of the room, "Sister Lin, do you want some corn silk tea? I just made it. It’s good for reducing heat and slimming down."
Wen Shulin nodded, "That would be great, thank you, Sister Xiao Er."
"Not a problem, I’ll be right back."
After saying that, Xiao Meier hurried off again.
Su Liya clearly seemed distracted, she too wished Chen Cheng would come in soon and talk to her hero once more.
"Li Ya, you again..."
Before Wen Shulin could finish her sentence, her phone rang.
"I’m going to take a call." She stood up, "You eat first, okay?"
"Sure!" Su Liya looked up and smiled.
In the private room, Su Liya was left alone.
She couldn’t help but take out her phone and send a WeChat message to Chen Cheng.
"Uncle, are you done with your work?"
Just after she hit send, Chen Cheng pushed the door open.
Seeing Su Liya sitting there alone, he stopped in his tracks.
"Eh? Miss Wen is not here?"
"Mummy went out!" Su Liya hurriedly got up and ran towards Chen Cheng.
She smiled and said, "Uncle, as soon as I sent you a message, you appeared!"
Chen Cheng then took out his phone and saw the message.
"Li Ya, I think you should call me..."
"Achoo!"
"Achoo!"
"Achoo!"
Before Chen Cheng could finish speaking, Su Liya sneezed three times in a row.
Chen Cheng: "Is the air conditioning too cold? You’re wearing so little."
"If I sneeze, it must mean I’m thinking of you~"
Su Liya sang softly, a sweet smile blooming on her face.
Chen Cheng instinctively leaned back, they say girls from Taiwan are too spicy, but this beauty was launching a full assault.
When Su Liya saw Chen Cheng was a bit startled, she grabbed his arm, stood on her toes, and her lips landed on Chen Cheng’s cheek.
It was a brief encounter that lasted less than a second, but this soft touch tensed up all of Chen Cheng’s nerves.
"Shh! Don’t let my mummy find out~"
She quickly let go of his hand, her face flushed as she looked down, "I won’t tell Sister Xiao Er either."
Chen Cheng was stunned, and after a while he regained his composure, and said awkwardly, "Li Ya, this..."
Su Liya bit her lip, looked up at Chen Cheng, her eyes full of playfulness: "Uncle, I just couldn’t help myself!"
"I think there’s a misunderstanding between us."
Su Liya shook her head vigorously, "No misunderstanding, I know it’s you."
"What what’s me?"
"The one who saved me from the dark, that’s you." Su Liya said unabashedly, "The one who gave me new hope and opportunities in life, it’s also you!"
"Li Ya, but that doesn’t mean..."
Su Liya cut him off: "Uncle, from that moment in my heart, you’ve been different!"
"Li Ya, you’re still young, and..."
Su Liya didn’t give Chen Cheng a chance to speak, she stood up proudly, "I’m not young anymore! And I understand, I know my own feelings!"
"Alright, I’ll come over first thing tomorrow."
Wen Shulin’s voice came from outside, and Su Liya hurried back to her seat, sitting properly, as if nothing had happened.
When Wen Shulin opened the door, she saw Chen Cheng standing at the entrance.
"What are you doing standing here?"
Su Liya kept giving Chen Cheng meaningful glances.
Chen Cheng couldn’t reveal what had just occurred to Wen Shulin in this situation, so he could only respond, "Adjusting the air conditioning, I was worried Li Ya might catch a cold."
"She needs to dress..." Wen Shulin suddenly came back to reality, and immediately said to Su Liya: "Li Ya, don’t wear these kinds of clothes when you’re outside."
"Got it, mummy." Su Liya was as obedient as a cat.
Wen Shulin walked over, "Especially at school, you should dress more appropriately."
"Mummy, did you find me a school?" Su Liya asked joyfully.
"Start by sitting in on classes first, we’ll see what we can do after a while."
Su Liya asked excitedly, "Which school will I go to?"
"Communication University."
Upon hearing the name of the school, Chen Cheng’s mind buzzed.
Xiao Meier also walked in and, seeing Chen Cheng standing at the door, asked, "What are you doing standing here?"
Chen Cheng: "Isn’t this waiting for you?"
Xiao Meier smiled lightly, "Let’s go, time to eat."
She handed a drink made with cornsilk to Wen Shulin, "Sister Lin, it’s sugar-free, give it a try."
"Thanks, Xiao Er."
Chen Cheng stood by the table, watching the three women at the table, the atmosphere suddenly turned somewhat indescribably subtle.
