Why are you curious?

Zhu Jinzhao's mind seemed to contain a book of "100,000 Whys," and no matter how Ning Shi asked her questions, she would always ask a "why" in return.

Ning Shi scratched his head and started spouting nonsense: "Because I am Shi Jing's godfather, it is my responsibility to care about Shi Jing's love life."

"...Godfather?" This identity startled Zhu Jinzhao. She was puzzled and shocked. "You...you were quite interested in Shi Jing before, how come you're his godfather now?"

“…Because, because I suddenly realized something!” Ning Shi’s eyes widened, looking as if she had long since bid farewell to the world and was free from worldly desires. “Having feelings for him is all in the past. Now I’m not interested in him at all. If it weren’t for the fact that I could be his godfather, I wouldn’t want to have anything to do with him.”

"...Oh." Zhu Jinzhao seemed to believe it, but also seemed not to.

Ning Shi emphasized again: "Really, I have absolutely no feelings for Chaochao now. You can like him without worry, don't be afraid that I will have any thoughts about it."

"...You're talking nonsense again." Ning Shi kept telling Zhu Jinzhao that she liked Shi Jing, which made Zhu Jinzhao a little embarrassed.

"Hehe..." Seeing that she was embarrassed, Ning Shi felt relieved.

"Chaochao, I'll say it again: you need to think carefully about this issue from now on, and figure out whether you really want to like Shijing."

"..." Zhu Jinzhao did not answer, but turned away in shame and indignation, digging the sand at her feet in a mess with her back to her.

She watched Zhu Jinzhao's retreating figure with satisfaction, then gave Shi Jing a thumbs-up.

Shi Jing moved closer, asking somewhat nervously, "What did you say to Chaochao? Why did Chaochao suddenly become so agitated?"

"Hmph..." Ning Shi chuckled meaningfully, then said in suspense, "Don't worry about what I said to Chaochao, just remember that you have a chance."

"Something's going on?" Shi Jing narrowed his eyes, feigning ignorance. "What kind of thing?"

"..." Ning Shi rolled her eyes at him speechlessly, "What show? The circus has a show for you tonight!"

What?! Why are you suddenly going to perform in the circus?! What did you three say behind our backs?!

[Isn't this a live broadcast? Then why can't we hear your private conversations live? Thumbs down! I'm giving this show a one-star review!]

[Production team: We didn't do anything. (Heart emoji)]

[Bald Old Deng, if you can get the details of their whispers out of them, I'll unilaterally forgive what you did yesterday! And I'll even give the show a six-star rating!]

[Six-star review? The sound of a bayan can still be heard in Six Star Street ↑↑]

Little Ginger, the guardian of Chaochao: [Someone, kick this Six-Star Hero out for constantly using stale jokes!]

I am the dog hair on my way to the imperial examination: [Chirp~~]

"Ning Shi, are you sure I really have a chance?" Shi Jing temporarily put aside his frivolousness and asked Ning Shi with a serious expression.

Ning Shi blinked, her tone certain: "I'm sure you have a chance. As long as you perform well and treat her sincerely, she will definitely accept you."

“…Ah~~” Shi Jing’s mouth immediately twisted into a smug grin, every pore on his body radiating triumph.

"...Don't do this stupid thing!" Ning Shi swung the clip and gave him a solid whack. "Behave yourself, don't scare Chaochao."

"I won't~~" Shi Jing suppressed a smile, but the next second he remembered that Zhu Jinzhao had a boyfriend, and he couldn't smile anymore.

"Sigh..." He sighed heavily, feeling that the road to winning back his wife was long and arduous.

“…Are you schizophrenic?” Ning Shi cursed.

“You don’t understand…” Shi Jing shook his head, his face full of melancholy.

Ning Shi: "...A lunatic."

"...I think you two are both pretty crazy."

[One minute you're laughing, the next you're joking, and then you're sighing and looking worried. What are you two whispering about?]

[Don't just focus on criticizing them, there's Zhu Jinzhao over there digging in the sand with his head down.]

Two lunatics and a little blockhead, I think the three of you would make a good couple.

[Hmm? Is another weird couple about to be born?]

Little Ginger, the guardian of Chaochao: [...Five slaps for using overused tropes, and even more severe punishment for those who randomly ship couples! Dog hair, drag him out and beat him up!]

I am the dog hair on my way to the imperial examination: [Chirp~~]

At 9:50 a.m., the beachcombing activity officially ended.

All three groups gained a lot, and the seven guests were all very happy.

"Wow! You picked up so many oysters today! Can I have some later?" Fang Lei looked longingly at the oysters in Zhu Jinzhao's bucket and asked sincerely.

Zhu Jinzhao generously replied, "Of course, that's fine!"

Fang Lei: "Okay, I'll share some crabs with you later."

Zhu Jinzhao took off her apron and chuckled, giving a "hmm".

The car for the return trip was ready, and after packing their things, the group quickly got in and prepared to return to the villa.

The beachcombing spot was far from the villa, a drive of more than an hour. After getting in the car, everyone immediately closed their eyes and fell asleep, except for the cameraman; none of them were awake.

Zhu Jinzhao's seat was by the window, and she dozed off with her head resting on the window. By then, the sun was fully up, and the window was quite hot from the intense sunlight. Every now and then, Zhu Jinzhao had to open her eyes and change her position.

Shi Jing noticed her movements and saw that she was not sleeping soundly, so he simply took action and turned her head to rest on his shoulder.

The hard car window suddenly became soft and comfortable. Zhu Jinzhao opened her eyes groggily, and after seeing that the person next to her was Shi Jing, she closed her eyes again with relief.

Shi Jing was worried that she might not be able to lean on him properly, so he whispered in her ear, "Come closer, or your head might fall off."

Zhu Jinzhao did not respond, but obediently leaned closer and buried her head tightly in Shi Jing's neck.

Feather-like strands of hair gently brushed against her skin. Shi Jing felt a slight itch on her neck, but she didn't want to scratch it.

He closed his eyes and quietly sat up straight so that Zhu Jinzhao could sleep more comfortably.

Wow...what a good-looking young couple! Go "Mirror Today's Exam"!

[Mom, the government is releasing more CP (couple) content! I'm not coming home for dinner today!]

[Since you two are so openly showing affection, I'll reluctantly forgive you for whispering to each other!]

【Aaaaaah! They actually slept together! So delicious! I'm going to eat and eat and eat!】

[Quick, take a screenshot! Quick, take a screenshot! The stunning wallpaper is here!!]

The young ginger who protects Chaochao: [Am I spoiling Chaochao too much by forgiving her so easily?]

The drive back was a bit long. At first, Zhu Jinzhao obediently leaned against Shi Jing and slept. But in the second half of the journey, she found Shi Jing's shoulders too hard, so she simply lay down and slept with her head on Shi Jing's legs.

Shi Jing not only indulged her, but also covered her eyes with his hand to shield her from the sunlight.