NOVPUBChapter 150: 150, Grandpa Jing Cooks Personally (3)_1
Chapter 150: 150, Grandpa Jing Cooks Personally (3)_1
“Alright, please wait a moment.” The sales associate smiled slightly as she carefully took the jade bracelet out from the display case.
If any of the jewelry items here were to break, they would definitely not be able to afford the compensation.
“This jadeite bracelet is just in, it’s an imperial green jadeite. It stands alone in terms of style and texture,” the sales associate introduced without haste.
Jian Qing took it. The dark green jadeite was glistening attractively under the reflecting light. “Xiaojing, do you think this is good?”
“Mhmm,” Quan Jingwu nodded.
Jian Qing put the bracelet back and asked the associate to wrap it up. As she was taking out her card, she was stopped by Quan Jingwu.
“Xiaojing?”
“What’s mine is yours,” Quan Jingwu said, taking her card and stating indifferently.
“But this is a gift for your grandmother.”
Quan Jingwu stuffed the card into his pocket and changed the subject. “Now that we’ve chosen the gift, let’s look at something else.”
Saying that, he led her towards the next counter.
Jian Qing looked down to see what was on display and was silently shocked.
A ring?
“What have you brought me here for?” This item seemed a bit too much, too soon for them.
Quan Jingwu’s gaze fell on the necklace around her neck, his voice low, “Sweetheart, I’ve already given you a token of my love, don’t you plan on reciprocating at all?”
Jian Qing recalled the necklace he had given her, looked at him and laughed. “Why don’t I take it off and return it to you?”
“Sweetheart!” His purple eyes suddenly deepened, and his thin lips pursed into a cold curve.
Jian Qing realised he was upset, she laughed and leaned against him. “Are you really angry?”
He said nothing but his large hand subconsciously wrapped around her, afraid she might fall.
Jian Qing’s clear eyes glowed with a subtle gleam as she removed the dark jade bead bracelet she had worn for many years. She then took his large hand and helped him put it on.
“Are you happy now?”
Quan Jingwu looked at the dark bracelet on his wrist. The bracelet, which had hung loosely on her wrist, looked just right on his.
The two mutton-fat jade beads in the middle stood out amongst the dark jade beads. His gaze fell on the two words “Jian Qing” etched into the mutton-fat jade beads, and his sexy lips curved into a gratified smile.
As Jian Qing met his gaze and saw his laughter, she couldn’t help but laugh along.
She really was defeated by him!
“Let’s take the gift and go, I’m hungry.” To avoid him thinking about the ring, she thought it would be best to leave the ring counter first.
Once they had selected their gift, they didn’t linger in the mall and drove away directly.
…
Upon returning to the Shijin Haoting, Quan Jingwu suddenly decided he wanted to cook for her, and Jian Qing watched skeptically from the side.
In the kitchen, the man was wearing an apron that didn’t quite suit his demeanor, he was methodically prepping the ingredients and chopping up vegetables and meat, seeming very professional.
The phone that was left in the living room suddenly rang, and Jian Qing turned around to leave.
She looked at her phone to see Rhee was calling. 𝒏𝒐𝒗𝒑𝒖𝙗.𝒄𝒐𝒎
“Auntie.”
On the other end of the call, hearing Jian Qing’s voice immediately energized Rhee. “Little Qingqing, it’s been several days since I heard your voice. You should visit your auntie. I’m almost moldering away at home.”
Since she hurt her foot, she’s been confined at home by her husband every day. Rhee was feeling very helpless!
“Little Qingqing, did Jingwu tell you about his grandmother’s birthday tomorrow?” After chatting for a bit, Rhee brought up the main purpose of her call.
Jian Qing’s eyes flashed, “Yes, Xiaojin told me.”
“Will you be coming tomorrow?” Rhee asked probingly.
“Sure. Xiaojing and I will go together.” Jian Qing’s answer was like a weight off Rhee’s shoulders.
“That’s good. Your auntie will be waiting for you tomorrow with some delicious food.”
Jian Qing glanced towards the kitchen direction, curling her lips. “Is there ice cream?”
Rhee was taken aback by Jian Qing’s words, and laughed once she recovered. “Of course there is. When you come, we’ll eat together without letting Ahao and Jingwu know.”
So Little Qingqing was just like her, a kindred spirit!
After chatting for a bit, she hung up. As Jian Qing was about to return to the kitchen, she saw Quan Jingwu walking out holding a bowl of noodles.
“Taste it!”
He presented the noodles to her and said softly.
Jian Qing sat down, took the chopsticks he handed her, and looked down at the noodles on the table. They looked pretty decent, but she didn’t know how they tasted.
She took a bite and tried it. The hint of shadow in Jian Qing’s eyes disappeared as she swallowed the noodles.
“How is it?” Quan Jingwu asked.
Jian Qing handed the chopsticks to him, smiling lightly. “You try.”
Quan Jingwu took the chopsticks and tried a bite, his handsome face changing slightly. He pushed the bowl and chopsticks aside. “Never mind, I’ll have Qianshi Restaurant deliver.”
Jian Qing laughed lightly and took the bowl back.
“I think it’s quite delicious.”
Although it was a bit sweet and a bit sour, it was still his first homemade meal, wasn’t it?
“Stop eating,” Quan Jingwu stopped her, taking back the chopsticks. “You’ll ruin your stomach later.”
“No, I want to eat this.” Jian Qing defended the bowl, not letting him take it. “I like to eat this.”
“Sweetheart, listen to me!” Quan Jingwu somewhat regretted his idea of cooking just now. If she fell ill because of this, he’d hate himself.
Jian Qing seized the opportunity to grab back the chopsticks, took the bowl of noodles, and started eating. “Xiaojing, let me tell you a secret. Actually, your cooking is much better than mine. Even a dog won’t eat what I make.”
At her words, Quan Jingwu couldn’t help but laugh. He propped his chin on his hand, watching her enjoy the meal, as if it was some delicious treat.
“Who said that even a dog won’t eat what you make?”
Seeing his incredulous expression, Jian Qing added. “Really, this has been proven”
What she was too embarrassed to mention was that the dog that ate what she cooked, suffered from food poisoning.
Thinking she was joking, Quan Jingwu did not argue with her. Seeing that she had almost finished half a bowl, he promptly stopped her.
“That’s enough, it may be hard to digest if you eat too much.”
“But I’m still hungry!” Jian Qing looked up at him, pitifully.
“There are mini cakes in the refrigerator.” He mustered a glance, and Quan Jingwu easily understood the thoughts in her mind.
She had been waiting for just that phrase, success!
As Jian Qing promptly put down her chopsticks, she ran towards the kitchen with light footsteps.
Quan Jingwu began to clean up the bowl and chopsticks, following her into the kitchen. The sound of washing dishes mixed with their laughter, made the afternoon feel exceptionally warm.
…
The next day was especially hot, as an overwhelming wave of heat hit them as soon as they stepped out of the door.
As today was Madam Quan’s birthday, all members of the Quan family had rushed back home the day prior. Early in the morning, the whole Quan mansion was bustling with excitement.
