"That way we have a legitimate reason to fight, hehe, we're forced by circumstances, you have to be understanding."

Chu Mo laughed heartily.

"Forced by circumstances? So that means you didn't do it willingly?"

Liu Ruyan bit her lip, glaring at him angrily with a dangerous look in her eyes.

"I'd be willing..."

Chu Mo glanced towards the kitchen and saw that Chen Xiuyun had already gone inside.

He immediately pulled Liu Ruyan into his arms with lightning speed.

Then he blew a warm breath into her ear and teased her.

"But, Miss Liu, would you be my girlfriend?"

Liu Ruyan's pretty face immediately flushed red. She glanced at him with her delicate eyes and let out a soft snort.

"You haven't even pursued me for twenty days, and you want me to say yes? Dream on!"

Amidst their playful banter, the meal was quickly prepared.

Two meat dishes and three vegetable dishes, a feast for the eyes, nose, and palate.

Knowing that her daughter was bringing people back, Chen Xiuzhi specially killed a chicken and a sheep.

"Xiao Mo, the village is simple. I don't know if you'll like what your aunt makes."

Chen Xiuzhi was a little embarrassed, her delicate face flushed slightly.

Although she is over forty years old, she still retains her charm, elegance and beauty.

No wonder she was able to give birth to such beautiful daughters as Liu Ruyan and her sister.

Chu Mo sat down at the simple wooden table, laughing heartily:

"Auntie, you're too kind. I've only ever had such a lavish meal during Chinese New Year."

"And I only found out today that Ruyan's excellent cooking skills were learned from you."

Liu Ruyan was overjoyed to hear this and smilingly served him a bowl of mutton.

"You're so sweet-talking. Try my mom's mutton, it's delicious."

Chu Mo quickly took it, and after taking a bite, his eyes immediately lit up, and he praised it highly.

The taste was indeed very delicious; the stewed mutton was tender and fragrant.

For a moment, they couldn't help but feast and enjoy their meal immensely.

"Eat more if you like."

Seeing him like this, Chen Xiuzhi smiled happily. She was worried that rich people wouldn't be used to these farm-style dishes.

During the meal, the three ate and chatted in a relaxed and cheerful atmosphere.

Chu Mo took the lamb chop Liu Ruyan placed on his plate, then suddenly remembered something and asked curiously:

"Ruyan, who exactly is this Taoist priest Huang?"

"He was just a Taoist priest, it's just that he lived a long time."

Liu Ruyan spoke casually, then added uncertainly after finishing:

"He must be around 140 or 150 years old, right?"