By the ti Shi Yi finished her al, the sky had already turned completely dark. She started to realize a problem. It was easy enough to get a taxi from downtown to this remote place, but getting one to return to the city proved rather difficult.
Shi Yi rubbed her temples in frustration, cursing Leng Yixiu a thousand tis in her heart. How could he choose such a godforsaken place for their date? And to top it off, he didn’t even show up.
Being stood up for the first ti and ending up in this situation, Shi Yi made a firm decision in her heart. With Leng Yixiu’s behavior, she would definitely give him the cold shoulder for a few days. Let’s see if he dares to treat her this way again!
Just as Shi Yi was feeling incredibly depressed, her phone suddenly rang inside her bag. She assud it was Leng Yixiu calling, and quickly reached into her bag to retrieve it. She wanted to see how he would explain standing her up.
However, when she saw the long string of an unfamiliar number on the screen, a faint sense of disappointnt washed over her. Shi Yi usually didn’t answer calls from unknown numbers, but maybe it was because of her foul mood today, she instinctively pressed the answer key.
"Hello, who is this?"
"Granddaughter-in-law, it’s !"
Upon hearing the voice and the unusual term of endearnt, Shi Yi was so startled she almost dropped the phone. But she quickly regained her composure and politely asked, "Oh, it’s Grandma Feng. What can I do for you?"
"Oh, nothing much. I haven’t seen you in a while and just wanted to check on you."
This...
Shi Yi was a bit speechless, sowhat helpless. It seed Old Madam Feng really did consider her as a granddaughter-in-law. If she found out that Shi Yi and Feng Chengyu were just pretending to be a couple, who knows what her reaction would be?
But Shi Yi ultimately didn’t reveal the truth about her relationship with Feng Chengyu. Firstly, it was due to their agreent, and secondly, she didn’t have the heart to tell Old Madam Feng the truth.
"Well, Grandma, I’ve been quite busy with work lately, so I haven’t been able to visit you. I’ll co by to see you as soon as I’m free, okay?"
"I know you young folks are busy with your careers, and you don’t have much free ti. But you shouldn’t wear yourself out. I’ve had so chicken soup made for you. Co over and have so to replenish your strength."
"Now?" Shi Yi was surprised. "But it’s already past eight o’clock. How about another day?"
"Freshly made chicken soup is best, its nutritional value decreases if left overnight. Where are you now? I’ll send a driver to pick you up."
"Grandma, that’s not necessary. It’s too much trouble."
"No trouble at all, the driver doesn’t have much to do anyway."
"....." Shi Yi had experienced Old Madam Feng’s persistence before. She was certain that even if she didn’t provide her address, Old Madam Feng would find a way to figure it out.
She sighed resignedly and relented, giving her address. Actually, the private restaurant where she was dining wasn’t far from Feng Chengyu’s mountain villa. In less than half an hour, the car sent by Old Madam Feng arrived. By the ti she reached the villa, it was already past ten.
Shi Yi was a bit annoyed. It was so late and almost ti for bed; what was the point of having chicken soup now? But with Old Madam Feng being so kind, she couldn’t refuse.
However, as she lifted the bowl of soup, she hesitated. After the last incident when the old lady had drugged the food, she wasn’t entirely confident about drinking this chicken soup.
She glanced at Chu Yan, who was standing nearby, and shot her a aningful look. Chu Yan instantly understood and nodded at her.
Seeing Chu Yan’s composed expression and lack of any dubious sign, Shi Yi felt reassured and boldly gulped down the soup. According to Old Madam Feng, it was a special mountain chicken brought from a faraway place. But to Shi Yi, it tasted just like regular chicken soup.
After finishing the soup, Shi Yi felt a sense of relief, like a student who had completed her howork. She smiled politely at Old Madam Feng, "Grandma, I’ve finished the chicken soup. It was very delicious, thank you. I’ll head back now, okay?"
"It’s so late now, what’s the rush? Stay here tonight. I’ll have the driver take you back first thing in the morning."
Shi Yi wasn’t used to staying there, but considering the old lady’s invitation, she knew she would persist in keeping her. Moreover, since Feng Chengyu wasn’t ho, staying a night didn’t seem like a big deal.
So, Shi Yi nodded, "Alright then, I’ll stay over."
"Silly child, we’re practically family. No need to be so formal," the old lady said with a laugh.
"..." Shi Yi didn’t know how to respond, so she just stood there with a silly smile.
Old Madam Feng glanced at the clock on the wall and said to Chu Yan, "It’s getting late. Take Young Madam upstairs."
"Yes, Madam," Chu Yan responded respectfully.
Shi Yi followed Chu Yan upstairs. Once they were out of the old lady’s sight, Chu Yan dropped her formal deanor and beca more casual.
"Shi Yi, do you think you might really beco our boss’s wife one day?"
"What do you think?"
"I think it’s quite possible. In all my years working here, I’ve never seen the old lady be so warm towards anyone. From the way she treats you, it’s clear she already considers you the future granddaughter-in-law."
Hearing this, Shi Yi couldn’t help but feel exasperated. She sighed, "So things are inconvenient to talk about, but I can definitely tell you there’s no way anything will happen between your boss and ."
"You shouldn’t be so absolute," Chu Yan teased, winking. "Honestly, I’m kind of hoping you and our boss get together. Though he can be a bit... intimidating, he’s handso, rich, and has a great build. From what I can see, he’s probably really good in bed. If you marry him, you’ll definitely have a fulfilling s.e.x life."
The last two words were emphasized so heavily by Chu Yan that Shi Yi was speechless. She rolled her eyes, "You’re becoming more and more shaless. I bet Song Yi has corrupted you."
ntioning Song Yi made Chu Yan’s face flush with shyness, "Why bring up Song Yi out of nowhere?"
Seeing Chu Yan’s reaction and thinking of the recent interactions between her and Song Yi, Shi Yi could guess there was sothing going on but decided not to say anything.
The two chatted as they walked, before Shi Yi realized they were standing in front of the master bedroom. Chu Yan paused, showing no intention of moving forward. Shi Yi frowned, "You’re not making sleep here tonight, are you?"
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