Chapter 32 Restless Little Hands

Xia Qianqian, having teased Lu Zheng and watched the commotion to her heart's content, planned to go into the kitchen to help him clean up. But as soon as she took a step, she was stopped at the door by Daya and Erya.

Daya blinked her big eyes and said obediently, "Auntie, we can go in and help Daddy. You can rest here." Erya nodded like a chick pecking at rice, echoing her sister's words.

The two children spoke very politely, but Xia Qianqian could tell from their apprehensive eyes that they were afraid she would go in and ruin the kitchen they had worked so hard to clean.

She shook her head in annoyance, never expecting that her first time in the kitchen would ruin all her future opportunities to cook.

No, she had to prove herself. She wasn't just a pretty face with no substance; that was just a slip-up!

After Lu Zheng, Da Ya, and Er Ya finished cleaning up the kitchen, Xia Qianqian, under their supervision, finally started making her first pot of porridge in Xiangyang Village.

After scattering millet in the water, Xia Qianqian was asked to serve steamed buns. She recalled the scene just now with a mix of amusement and exasperation. She had just scattered a handful of millet and before she could do anything, she was ruthlessly kicked out again.

Even more outrageous, after Lu's mother found out about the kitchen fire, she kept telling her, "Qianqian, if you feel bored at home, go to the clinic to get medicine for people. Just don't go into the kitchen again."

Xia Qianqian knew she had scared her family half to death this time, so she had no choice but to obediently nod and agree.

Tonight, they ate large meat buns that Xia Qianqian bought from a state-run restaurant. The meat buns were filled with large, plump meat fillings, and with a gentle bite, there was a packet of delicious meat broth inside.

Er Ya's little belly was round and full from eating, her little mouth was shiny with oil, and she had a satisfied look on her face.

Even though she was already full, her eyes were still drawn to the plate of big meat buns, and she couldn't help but reach out her little hand and grab another bun.

Xia Qianqian couldn't help but laugh when she saw Er Ya's adorable yet greedy appearance. Her laughter was clear and melodious, echoing in the room like silver bells.

Er Ya noticed that Xia Qianqian was making fun of her. She frowned and said in a pretentious tone, "Fine, I'll let it go since you were scared today."

Xia Qianqian was amused by Er Ya's appearance even more. She reached out and gently pinched Er Ya's rosy cheeks, and said with a smile, "Oh, thank you so much today."

As she spoke, she took out some shortbread from her pocket and handed it to Er Ya.

Er Ya first gave a haughty snort, then pouted and said with feigned disdain, "Since you've already bought it, I'll give you some face."

Da Ya was afraid that Xia Qianqian would be unhappy, so she quickly glared at her younger sister and then explained to Xia Qianqian, "Aunt Xia, please don't take it to heart. That's just her temper."

When Er Ya saw her sister talking about her, her little mouth pouted so much it could hang an oil bottle, and she turned around unhappily to walk away. Xia Qianqian was quick-witted and grabbed her, kissing her on her rosy cheek: "I know our Er Ya is the cutest little girl."

This intimate gesture made Er Ya's face turn rosy instantly, and she made a humming sound like a small animal when it is satisfied.

Xia Qianqian couldn't help but laugh when she saw that she looked like a cat whose fur had been stroked.

After dinner, Daya and Erya were about to wash the dishes when Lu Zheng said, "You're both exhausted today, I'll do these chores."

As he spoke, he gently patted Er Ya's head, then steadily carried a large stack of bowls in his arms and walked to the water vat.

He stood beside the water vat, scooped up a basin of water, and began to wash the dishes meticulously.

Xia Qianqian stood to the side, her gaze involuntarily drawn to Lu Zheng. She thought to herself: What a good man! Unlike other men, who act as if doing housework is their life-threatening task, each one of them putting on airs and pointing fingers at women. She is so lucky; this kind of good man will belong to her from now on.

Her gaze fell on Lu Zheng.

As he washed the dishes, the muscles in his arms rippled and swayed, their smooth lines exuding power, which made her want to flirt with him again.

Xia Qianqian walked behind Lu Zheng.

She lifted her fair foot and gently rubbed the back of his trouser leg with the back of her foot, while at the same time, she lightly drew circles on his back with her fingers.

Lu Zheng felt a strange sensation coming from his back, and his whole body stiffened instantly. He quickly turned to the side, creating some distance between himself and Xia Qianqian, and lowered his voice, which was a mixture of anger and embarrassment: "What are you doing?"

Seeing this, Xia Qianqian couldn't help but purse her lips and reveal a sly smile. She looked around and, finding no one paying attention, reached out and quickly grabbed Lu Zheng's shapely buttocks.

"Hmm!"

Lu Zheng's eyes widened in shock, and he instinctively covered his buttocks with both hands. He turned around in disbelief, his eyes filled with shock and astonishment.

He never expected that Xia Qianqian would do something so bold in broad daylight!

Lu Zheng stood there, stunned, a thought echoing in his mind: Does she like me that much?

The soft touch seemed to linger on his buttocks, and a tingling sensation spread like an electric current from the tip of his buttocks all the way to his heart, making his heart beat faster involuntarily.

"Don't you know you can't just touch men, especially here?" Lu Zheng's voice became a little hoarse.

He restrained his surging emotions. Although Xia Qianqian had agreed to marry him, he was still afraid that she would regret it. Lu Zheng tried his best to control his heart and leave her enough choices.

Xia Qianqian didn't understand Lu Zheng's good intentions. She only thought that Lu Zheng didn't want her to touch him, so she snorted and said, "You're my man. What's wrong with me touching you? Do you want someone else to touch you?"

With that, she took a step forward, raised her head, and asked with an air of authority, "Tell me, who do you want to touch?"

Lu Zheng was tall, but he seemed a few feet shorter in front of Xia Qianqian. He quickly explained, "That's not what I meant."

"Hmm?" Xia Qianqian made a nasal sound, with a slight upward slant at the end.

Lu Zheng swallowed hard and raised his head. At that moment, Xia Qianqian felt as if she were being stared at by a ferocious beast. Lu Zheng exuded a sense of aggression, ready to pounce. His eyes were direct and blatant.

Suddenly, the surrounding air seemed to freeze.

Just then, Lu's mother came out of the house. She immediately saw her son's eyes and was startled, thinking that the young couple had quarreled while she was away.

She stepped forward, raised her hand, and slapped her son across the face, shouting, "Lu Zheng! Qianqian didn't do anything wrong today, what are you doing? Don't scare her!"