The kiss arrived as expected.

Half a year's longing was contained in this kiss. At first, it was like a storm, and the delicate flower in the rain could not withstand it and went limp, but it was held firmly by a pair of big hands, not allowed to escape.

Later, after savoring the flavors and achieving a satisfying fullness, the sensations became soothing and tender, gradually calming down the commotion that had just been stirred up.

Xue Fu glared at him with a flushed face, but her face had a delicate beauty after a period of decadence, and it was not dangerous at all. It only made people want to tease her a little more.

Xue Fu didn't know if this was the result of the one who started it all, or if Gu Chong had been holding back for too long. In any case, how come his kissing skills had gotten even better behind her back?!

When Xue Mingcheng came downstairs, Xue Fu was talking to Gu Chong about her plans.

With the college entrance exam over, she could finally start thinking about the important matter of choosing a major.

After graduating from modern high school, her college entrance examination scores were close to the cutoff scores she had predicted, and she applied to Ocean University of China, which is located near her home.

As for the major she chose, she didn't have any grand ambitions back then. As long as she didn't commit any crimes or break the law, she was sure she would live a comfortable life even if she relied on her parents.

Anyway, her parents can afford to support her; her mother's 4S shop was originally intended for her.

So back then, Xue Fu, a liberal arts student, applied for a very popular liberal arts major—Chinese Language and Literature.

When her uncle, a high school teacher, heard that she had chosen this major, he praised her, saying, "Hey, Chinese language and literature has a bright future!"

After all, people say that the emperors and emperors of the Ming and Han dynasties were the pinnacle of civil service examinations and clerical jobs.

Xue Fu was still struggling with what to fill in this time. She didn't really want to study Chinese language and literature anymore.

She was listing the majors she was somewhat interested in with Gu Chong on her fingers when she suddenly heard her father's familiar voice—a violent cough.

Heaven is going to kill her...

Xue Fu chuckled, awkwardly turning her head to look in the direction of the sound, feeling numb inside.

"dad..."

"Dad, why did you come down? I... I did pretty well on my exam today, hehe." Xue Fu laughed awkwardly, then quickly pulled Gu Chong next to her, pitifully hiding behind him, shamelessly using him as a shield.

"Dad, look, Gu Chong is here too. He came to see me take the college entrance exam."

Xue Mingcheng saw this and Gu Chong smiled at him, his voice somewhat ingratiating as he greeted him, "Hello, Uncle."

Xue Mingcheng stood there, unable to smile.

Taking another deep breath, Xue Mingcheng calmed down, gave the two people opposite him a 'kind' smile, and 'gently' waved: "Alright, hurry home, take Xiao Gu upstairs, dinner is ready, your mother and I are waiting for you to come back."

Xue Fu was a spoiled brat who had always been eager to climb the social ladder at home. Seeing that her father's expression had improved, she became even more demanding.

"Dad, Gu Chong is taking the train back the day after tomorrow. Should we let him stay at our house for the next couple of days? We won't waste money on a guesthouse. We'll use that money to buy some good food."

Xue Mingcheng glanced at his carefree daughter, took a deep breath, exhaled, took another deep breath, and smiled.

"..."

"Okay, Xiao Gu, make yourself at home. Don't be shy."

Gu Chong looked at his future father-in-law's trembling lips and opened his mouth, wanting to say something. But after thinking it over, he decided against it.

He swallowed the words back.

He was afraid that if he spoke up, he would anger his father-in-law even more.

As a son-in-law, one must know how to assess the situation and when to remain silent.

Upstairs, Ji Yazhi sat in the living room waiting. Hearing noises coming upstairs, she got up and went to the door.

Just like Xue Mingcheng before her, her gaze swept over Xue Fu and Xue Mingcheng, and then froze when it landed on Gu Chong's rugged face.

After a few seconds of surprise, Ji Yazhi calmed down faster than Xue Mingcheng, blinked, and then smiled as she let the three of them in.

"Little Gu is here! When did you arrive? How long will you be staying this time?"

Gu Chong answered carefully and methodically: "Hello, Auntie. I arrived at noon today and my train leaves the day after tomorrow night."

"Oh, I see. Then stay at home for the next few days. Don't waste money on a guesthouse, it's not worth it."

These words made Xue Mingcheng, who was standing next to him, widen his eyes, but no one in the family noticed his indignation. Ji Yazhi immediately told him to clean the bedroom and change the sheets after dinner.

Ji Yazhi has a better mindset than Xue Mingcheng.

She had a good impression of Gu Chong, especially after learning that he had given most of his wealth to his daughter before leaving Haicheng in April.

This kid is savvy; he knows to hand over financial power, and he's a promising prospect.

Ji Yazhi has also witnessed Gu Chong's earning power.

Xue Fu did not hide her correspondence with Gu Chong from them.

In the letters Gu Chong sent, Xue Fu would occasionally share the progress of saving money in the weekly expense 'ledger' with her parents.

At the same time, Ji Yazhi also understands a principle—the more you forbid someone from doing something, the more they want to do it; too much of a good thing can be bad.

Chi Ya-chi understands her daughters so well.

If they were to actually break up the couple, it would only fuel their daughter's rebellious spirit.

If you go along with her, she'll get tired of it, feel uncomfortable, and without you having to say anything, she'll naturally give up.

"Dad, your cooking is so delicious! I love Dongpo pork!"

At the dinner table, Xue Fu once again became a caring daughter, comforting her father's wounded heart.

Xue Mingcheng picked up another piece of food for her, and then glanced at Gu Chong, who was also watching his daughter's every move. In an instant, Xue Mingcheng suddenly calmed down.

Xiao Gu really likes his daughter.

His eyes were filled with her.

At least, if her son-in-law were Xiao Gu, he wouldn't let her daughter suffer.

Xiao Gu can do what most people can't.

Actually...it seems...it really does suit well.

If one day they are no longer by their daughter's side, and it is Xiao Gu who is there, they can feel much more at ease.

Xue Mingcheng silently took a bite of the stewed, tender pig's trotter and sighed quietly.

Gu Chong felt it most clearly; just a few seconds later, the piercing gaze that had been fixed on his face softened.

His father-in-law looked at him with a hint of the approval he longed for.

Gu Chong didn't know what had happened, but in any case, her family didn't dislike him and were trying to accept him.

Gu Chong was overjoyed by this.

The next day, Xue Fu was woken up from her sleep by Ji Yazhi.

Her mother whispered gently in her ear, "Rongrong, time for work."

A chill ran down her spine, and Xue Fu's eyes widened in shock: "!"

After the hardship of the college entrance exam, the hardship of working comes next!

Her life is so miserable!!!

With a sigh, Xue Fu climbed out of bed, got dressed, washed up, and went out.

Breakfast is ready.

However, Xue Fu recognized at a glance who had made the breakfast.

After all, she had been eating Chef Gu's cooking for more than half a year.