“Whatever it is…” Cheng Qing chuckled, the afterglow of the setting sun falling on her face, the light and shadow making her features even more defined.
Mu Xue suddenly understood why those people online were crying and shouting that they wanted to marry her: she was beautiful and cool, doting and caring, an all-rounder, and could cook and entertain guests.
She is indeed an excellent choice for a partner.
Seeing that Mu Xue was listening obediently, Cheng Qing smiled even more gently: "Since you're here as a student chef, why not just learn?"
She didn't say that Mu Xue had to learn it, nor did she use her position as the master to suppress her.
It's just a simple suggestion: "Let's learn it!" It's like a regular friend offering ordinary advice.
Mu Xue didn't feel uncomfortable or disgusted by what she heard, so she reluctantly said, "I'll learn it then!"
Cheng Qing smiled, and Mu Xue snorted and turned her head away, refusing to let him see.
Soon, Lossie came downstairs as well. She had changed out of the long-sleeved shirt and long skirt she wore during the day and into a homey, forest-style long-sleeved shirt and wide-leg pants. The colors were simple and plain, which made Lossie seem to have a kind of detached and tranquil feeling.
She put her hands behind her back and slowly walked step by step to Cheng Qing's side.
Having eaten dog food all day, Mu Xuejin decided to turn around and leave when she saw Luo Xi approaching. She didn't want to stay and have dog food forced into her mouth – that would be too terrifying.
Luo Xi ignored her and stood next to Cheng Qing, asking softly, "Do you need any help?"
Cheng Qing looked at her, and Luo Xi reached out and tucked the curly hair behind her ear, glancing at Cheng Qing.
Cheng Qing paused, her heart warming, wondering if this guy was trying to seduce her.
But... aside from kissing, it seems I don't know how to do anything else.
Cheng Qing wiped the sweat from his forehead and thought: Although it's something that will happen sooner or later, maybe we can prepare Xiao Shushu in advance?
After all, as the ancients said: "Preparation is the key to success, and lack of preparation leads to failure."
Cheng Qing was lost in thought for a while when she came to her senses and realized that the vegetables were overcooked.
Cheng Qing: "..."
Taking a deep breath, Cheng Qing said to Luo Xi, "Go play in the living room!"
Losi looked at her in shock, then looked down at herself. Was her clothing too loose? But today she was wearing a cropped long-sleeved sweatshirt, and her belly was showing as soon as she raised her hand! And she hadn't seen her say anything about it.
Although he didn't intend to do anything, he didn't show any reaction at all. This guy...
Losi looked at Cheng Qing with suspicion, thinking: Could he be a saint?
Cheng Qing was confused by the stare: "What are you looking at?"
Luo Xi tossed her head arrogantly and turned to leave. But she had only taken one step when Cheng Qing's cell phone rang in his pocket.
Losi quickly turned around and reached out to help: "I'll do it, you cook."
Cheng Qing: "...No need."
"Yes, yes," said Losi, reaching into Cheng Qing's pocket without any hesitation. Through the thin fabric, Losi could almost feel Cheng Qing's skin and touch.
Before Cheng Qing could react, Luo Xi blushed first.
Cheng Qing was both amused and annoyed: "Why are you so eager?"
Losi's face turned even redder.
Cheng Qing took the phone from Luo Xi and glanced at it; it was Cheng Rong.
He pressed the answer button and heard Cheng Rong's excited voice on the other end: "That bitch Ming must have deliberately fallen into the water, sis, you did a great job."
Cheng Qing: "..."
There was no response from the other end, but Cheng Rong was still excited: "What's wrong? Is it because I didn't come to congratulate you sooner? I had class this afternoon and only heard about it when I got back, so I called you right away."
Cheng Qing smiled and said, "It's all in the past, so don't hold it against me."
Cheng Rong immediately retorted, "Are you kidding me? I could hold a grudge against that scumbag Ming for a lifetime."
Cheng Qing understood that she was actually unaware of the original owner's relationship with Ming Yue and even her family before that.
Because they were unaware of the situation, they never imagined that such a terrible thing had happened between Mingyue and the original owner of the body.
Luring someone to a reservoir and then watching them sink and float on the shore—no normal person would do that.
Cheng Rong continued, "Hasn't she done enough? You have no idea how happy I am to see her in such a miserable state today."
Cheng Qing: "After I was rescued from the reservoir, what happened next?"
Cheng Rong: "After my brother rescued you, he brought you back right away. But later, Mingyue came to you and said she was willing to go on a date with you."
Cheng Qing immediately exclaimed, "...I understand."
The pitiful feelings were reciprocated, and perhaps the experience of almost dying became meaningful to the original owner!
Cheng Rong recalled that time and felt a little down: "Next time you see that bitch Ming, don't be polite either."
Cheng Qing said, "Did I tell you, brother? I was in an accident and lost my memory."
Cheng Rong was completely stunned: "???"
"So, I probably know less about what's going on between Mingyue and me than you do. As for how she should act, I wouldn't know if it weren't for the reservoir incident."
Cheng Rong then realized: "So after all this time, you don't like Ming Yue because you have amnesia?"
Cheng Qing chuckled: "If I like her, even if I lose my memory, I'll still like her again, right?"
Upon hearing this, Cheng Rong thought, "That makes sense!" She immediately relaxed a bit: "But you like Luo Xi, so ultimately you still like this type."
Cheng Qing: "..."
Losi: "???"
Cheng Rong concluded with, "As expected, his servile nature remains unchanged!"
Cheng Qing: "..."
The air fell silent, and Losi finally realized what her sister had said. Was she talking about her... bad temper? Like Mingyue?
Losi: Me! @#￥%……
Losi was so angry she lost her temper and was about to grab the phone to argue when Cheng Qing reached out and pulled her into a tight embrace. Just as Losi was about to speak, Cheng Qing suddenly lowered his head and kissed her neck.
Losi shuddered, her heart pounded, and all the words caught in her throat. The spot where she had been kissed tingled with a numbing sensation. Losi instinctively reached up to cover the spot, not daring to say another word.
Cheng Qing's voice was becoming less clear in my ears...
Cheng Qing smiled and said to Cheng Rong, "I forgot to tell you earlier, Luo Xi was standing next to me, and I had the hands-free mode on."
Cheng Rong: "???"
Seemingly caught off guard by this sudden turn of events, Cheng Rong was initially stunned, and then screamed "Ahhhhhh!"
"Go to hell, Cheng Qing!!!" Cheng Rong's almost collapsing voice came from the other end of the line, and she quickly slammed the phone down.
Cheng Qing was amused by Cheng Rong's deadpan reaction, then turned to look at Luo Xi, who had remained quiet beside her, and apologized, "Sorry, I was afraid you two would argue."
Losi covered her neck, blinking her big eyes. Then, embarrassed, she ran back to the living room.
Cheng Qing watched her retreating figure, finding it quite amusing. You might say Luo Xi is bold, but she's incredibly bold, especially considering she suddenly decided to seduce him like this today.
You might say she's timid, but it seems like there aren't many as timid as her. She was the one who seduced her first, and she's the one who gets shy for a long time after just one kiss.
Cheng Qing smiled and shook her head, then went back to cooking.
***
Mu Xue numbly texted her agent: If these two don't get married, it'll be really hard to end this!
Agent: You've become a fan of this couple too? Wait a minute! You're not there to enjoy the romance, you're there to record the show! Don't you remember you're a guest?
Feeling upset by her manager's criticism, Mu Xue simply stopped talking to her.
When Cheng Qing's stone pot fish was served, its aroma immediately filled the living room.
Everyone gathered around to eat. The fish was large, so Cheng Qing didn't cook any other dishes. The simple stone pot fish with white rice was enough to make everyone happy.
The agent couldn't see the live stream, so she could only send messages to Mu Xue, telling her to restrain herself.
Mu Xue restrained herself and only ate two bowls of rice, while Luo Xi didn't even look at Fang Si Lei's messages.
***
After dinner, I heard Liu Suoyu's voice outside.
Cheng Qing went to open the door, and Liu Suoyu slipped in, glanced at the empty table, and said sourly, "They didn't leave me any food."
Cheng Qing looked blank: "Are you serious?"
Liu Suoyu chuckled and said, "Just kidding, just kidding. The news about Mingyue falling into the water is trending."
Cheng Qing: "Mm."
Liu Suoyu asked curiously, "Aren't you curious about what's trending on social media?"
Cheng Qing shook his head, and Luo Xi immediately chimed in, "What are you curious about? It's just that Feng Qiuyi acted bravely."
"This is also..." Liu Suoyu suddenly remembered that Feng Qiuyi was also trending on the hot search! Feng Qiuyi was already a top celebrity, and such a big news story as diving to save someone naturally went viral on the hot search.
Liu Suoyu then whispered, "Mingyue has fallen asleep. I heard she was talking in her sleep, calling your name!"
Upon hearing this, Cheng Qing narrowed his eyes.
Liu Suoyu continued, "Director Kong is already suspicious over there. Oh, let's not talk about that. Aren't you going to go and visit Mingyue?"
Lossie sat in the living room, legs crossed, and gave a cold smile.
At this moment, she no longer had the shyness she showed when she was with Cheng Qing; sitting like this, she exuded a mature and sophisticated aura.
She coldly told Liu Suoyu, "Visit her? How could I possibly bear to see her?!"
Liu Suoyu: "..."
Startled by Luo Xi's cold and ruthless words, Liu Suoyu asked Luo Xi, "Don't you and her have no conflicts?"
Lossie: "Which eye of yours saw that she and I don't have any conflicts? We have huge conflicts!"
Liu Suoyu: "What conflict?"
Losi choked, and finally uttered coldly, "Class contradiction."
Liu Suoyu: "..."
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