Finally, after Xu Liancheng was filled with the rich smell of carrots, dinner was over.

Because they were very full and Zhuang Momo was interested in Lan Mu's family culture, the group went from the room to the garden.

And then—

Xu Liancheng was assigned to pick a lot of fruits.

It was not tiring to pick fruits. And he was also happy to serve the person he loved.

But!

He thought, "Kid, who are your parents? Don't you see that pretty boy eyeing your mommy like a tiger, ready to take action at any time? You sent me away. Are you so anxious to have a stepfather?"

"Do you watch too few TV dramas? Are there any good stepfathers? Aren't you afraid that when you wake up one day, you won't be at home and will be in remote forests?"

However, he did not dare to say it...

Especially in front of his wife.

Xu Liancheng could only turn his deep resentment into endless sorrow as he silently stared at Xu Bixi.

Xu Bixi thought, "if you keep glaring at me, I won't get pregnant."

Xu Liancheng, "!!!"

"Bixi, there will be a banquet next Saturday. Do you want to go? The manor is said to be big, with a racecourse and a hot spring. It was opened by Grandpa Ye, whom we met overseas before," Eating grapes, Zhuang Momo raised her hand and rubbed her son's head.

Xu Bixi subconsciously looked in Xu Liancheng's direction. Seeing that his father did not respond, he smiled, revealing the innocence and yearning of a child.

"Mommy, do you want to go? If Mommy wants to go, I will accompany you."

"Ah—" Xu Bixi's soft voice was so cute. She raised her hand, held her son in her arms, and kissed him heavily on his forehead.

"I plan to go. When we were abroad, Lord Ye took good care of us. Now that he has just come to Luo City, we should go to visit him."

"Then let's go. Isn't Daddy going?"

"He..." Zhuang Momo paused and replied, "He said he doesn't like that kind of occasion. So we won't force him."

"Then, can I go?"

"I've always wanted to see what Luo Hua's banquet is like. You know, Chinese and Western cultures are very different," Lan Mu asked in Mandarin as standardized as a broadcaster.

The orange chandeliers were reflected on his dark green eyes, giving him a strange layer of starlight.

He was already handsome, and now the smile made him more gentle.

He stared at Zhuang Momo with hopeful eyes. Three seconds later, Zhuang Momo nodded.

This was the child of her father. It was no big deal for her to help.

"Thank you. Don't worry, I will behave well, listen to you, and not cause trouble for you," Lan Mu hurriedly said.

Zhuang Momo thought to herself his face was the biggest 'trouble'. It could overshadow those enchanting girls and become the audience's focus—

However, when Xu Liancheng glanced at her, she pursed her lips and smiled.

Her husband was always jealous, and she couldn't do anything about it.

...

The group chatted until over nine o'clock.

But after Zhuang Momo left, Xu Liancheng returned.

As he expected, Sister Lan did not go upstairs obediently. He was in the garden, lying on the swing he made for Zhuang Momo and looking relaxed.

"Mr. Xu," Lan Mu's tone and gaze were gentle.

This was the first time Xu Liancheng had been stared at by a man more beautiful than him...

"I'll leave after saying a few words," Xu Liancheng stood a meter away from him, with his aura open.

His blue and green eyes gathered in the air, emitting different colors.

"Please speak."

"Whatever your purpose is, I hope you can understand she is not someone you can hurt. If you dare to hurt her, I will make you suffer," Xu Liancheng said lightly.

Lan Mu smiled.

Before coming here, he had been told by Ouyang Ye what kind of a weirdo his son-in-law was. He doted on his wife and felt the whole world was his enemy.

At that time, Lan Mu did not believe it. After all, he had heard about the deeds of Demon King Xu. Now, it seemed Ouyang Ye was not exaggerating.

He thought of Zhuang Momo...He thought of her smiling face.

Indeed, this woman was attractive.

Oh no, he suddenly fell in love.

"Of course, I won't hurt Sister Momo. As for you, don't let your beloved woman get hurt," Lan Mu narrowed his eyes and smiled.

"I will protect my woman. As for you..."

Xu Liancheng pursed her lips and smiled devilishly, "You should know, what is more popular than a girl is a beautiful boy!"

Bill thought, "Is the person who said this his Boss? Is he possessed by evil? Do you forget your true appearance is more charming than this little brother's?"

Indeed.

The next second, Lan Mu, who was on the swing, tilted his head and asked doubtfully.

"Why would you say that? Could it be that Mr. Xu was.. by a man?"

"No, go to bed early," Xu Liancheng said coldly. Then, he turned around arrogantly, leaving behind his vicissitudes.

Looking at his back, the light in Lan Mu's eyes grew brighter.

"But I am still young..."

"My thirties are far away..."

"Young men just need to have fun. Otherwise, what's the difference between us and old men?"

The man's lazy and charming voice entered Xu Liancheng's ears through the breeze. Several times, he almost couldn't control himself and was ready to come back and beat him up. He wanted Lan Mu to experience the power of old men.

And—

He decided to give someone a present as well.

"'Bill, I remember Ouyang Ye will be attending a high-end banquet in England recently, right?"

"Yes, there is such a thing. Don't tell me you are thinking..." Kidnapped? A sack? Bill looked at him with uncertainty.

In any case, he was his father-in-law. If he went too far, he would be beaten to death, right?

"What am I thinking?"

"I just want to give him a present. If he is too lonely, he would do some messy things."

"Go and tell little aunt about this," Xu Liancheng said indifferently. He turned around and smiled.

...

Xu Liancheng was in a bad mood.

Ye Qinghe, who had always been thinking about him and wanted to be Mrs. Xu, was also in a bad mood.

She had to keep an eye on her useless teammate.

At the same time, she had to deal with some irrelevant people.

For example—

At this moment, Hei Chen, the former commander of the Xu Family's hidden guard, was sitting in front of her.

She couldn't understand how a man could quit as a hidden guard and even cripple his martial arts skills to protect his image.

What was this stupid behavior for?

As an exquisite egoist, all she could answer was a chuckle.

She, Ye Qinghe, didn't need such a man to fall for her.

"Miss Qinghe, although I don't have any internal energy now, my skills are the same. Moreover, I have a specialty. I am very good at anti-eavesdropping. And I can drive any modern transportation," After getting rid of the hidden guard's identity and facing his goddess again, Hei Chen felt more confident. He could finally follow her and protect her openly.

"I don't need a driver," Ye Qinghe said indifferently. He did not seem to notice that the man's expression had become very painful and confused.

"Miss Qinghe, I'm not here to apply. I just want to protect you," Hei Chen hurriedly said. He could do many things. He just wanted her to know he was useful even if he left the Xu Family.

"I know. I know your feelings for me," Ye Qinghe added.

"Then I..." Can I stay by your side? Hei Chen's eyes, filled with frustration, once again shone with a strange light.

"You should have your career. I am very touched by what you have done for me, but to be honest, the current you can not protect me."

"Or, what do you use to protect me?"

"Zhuang Momo has Xu Liancheng and the entire Xu Family by her side. As for me, I am just an adopted daughter of the Ye Family. This legitimate daughter-in-law and an adopted daughter of a big family. I have no resources or connections. As for you, you are all alone now. What can you give me?"

"I..."

"I also hope you can stay by my side and be my best friend. We will advance and retreat together. But..." Ye Qinghe wanted to say something, but her eyes were filled with regret.

"I understand, Miss Qinghe," Hei Chen interrupted her.

"I will work hard and strive to stand shoulder to shoulder with you!" After being encouraged, Hei Chen seemed to have found his path forward. His fighting spirit was high, and he was excited.

Ye Qinghe glanced at that malevolent expression and lowered her eyes in disgust. A hint of contempt surged as she thought, "Stand shoulder to shoulder with me? Forget about it!"

"Good luck then. It's getting late. I have to go back," Ye Qinghe said, carried her bag, and walked out.

Why didn't she pay or pay half of the bill?

Miss Ye thought men should spend money on women. As for the current financial situation of Hei Chen, what did it have to do with her? It was not her who took the initiative to look for him.

Seeing her leave, Hei Chen hurriedly chased after her, "I'll send you off."

Ye Qinghe stopped in her tracks, turned around, and looked at him with a forced smile, "I want to return to my foster father's manor."

Hei Chen moved his lips, with his feet firmly on the ground.

His fingers involuntarily clenched. His car was not bad. And Tesla was a household name. However, she would go to the manor of the Ye Family of Lingnan. It is the richest family in Lingnan. It was said Lord Ye had connections everywhere.

Not to mention that Ye Qinghe would dislike his little broken car, he was too embarrassed to drive there.

However, he would work hard.

He would try to let her see him, work hard, and leave her a good impression.

However, there was a gap in his heart. After all, in his heart, she was perfect, sacred, and kind...

But...