When Jiang Duoduo was recording the show, she would occasionally chat with her mother about what happened each day after she got home.
In addition, Jiang's mother had heard some things about Jiang Duoduo from outsiders online.
Therefore, when Jiang's mother learned that Duoduo had spent the night at Qin Jue's house, she was not very surprised. Instead, she looked as if she had just realized something.
Now that the Jiang family has Qin Jue's help, their future is sure to be bright. Jiang's mother thought that Ye Nian would be happy for Duo Duo when she heard the news.
However, she watched as Ye Nian's face gradually darkened...
"Niannian, what's wrong?"
Qin Jue's help in settling the Jiang family's bankruptcy was undoubtedly the last straw for Ye Nian.
She clenched her fists, her eyes reddening, "Mom, you have no idea how much Duoduo bullies me..."
*
The Royal Restaurant, penthouse suite.
A large round table, with Jiang Duoduo at the center, and three men sitting on either side.
Lu Ming, holding the ordering device, was exceptionally generous. His large, bright eyes fell on Jiang Duoduo's profile. "I remember Duoduo especially likes fresh shrimp, right?" Without pausing, he asked, "Brother Yu, what do you like to eat?"
Shen Chuanyu's face was expressionless, but his complexion was still not good. "I didn't have any dietary restrictions."
"Okay, then I'll order a seafood medley."
Lu Ming learned that Qin Jue was allergic to seafood by accident from his grandmother.
Unfortunately, Qin Jue didn't take his obvious targeting seriously at all.
However, Jiang Duoduo was concerned, "President Qin is allergic to seafood, so we can't just order..."
"What? Is that so? I didn't know either." Lu Ming blinked, feigning surprise as he covered his mouth. "Then how about I book another private room for President Qin and order a table full of dishes he doesn't have any dietary restrictions?"
Lu Ming deliberately addressed Qin Jue as "President Qin" repeatedly, intending to tell Qin Jue that Duo Duo's formal way of addressing him suggested that their relationship was anything but legitimate.
Qin Jue understood what Lu Ming meant, but Jiang Duoduo wouldn't think of such a thing. She answered for the man sitting next to her, saying, "That won't be necessary. President Qin won't be able to eat without me."
"Tsk! President Qin is really hard to please." Lu Ming paused, winked at Duo Duo, his eyes sparkling. "Unlike me, I can be easily fed with just a bite to eat."
Lu Ming's words couldn't end there, so he added, "For example, Brother Yu won't eat if the food isn't good."
Although Lu Ming is currently on the same side as Shen Chuanyu, when it comes to a point where he can put Shen Chuanyu down, he will definitely give him a kick.
He'll get rid of all the rivals lining up in front of and behind him sooner or later.
Qin Jue's eyebrows twitched twice, and he glanced at Lu Ming through Duo Duo, coldly saying, "Is it something to be proud of?"
"What are you saying, Mr. Qin? I meant that Duoduo and I are the same kind of people, or rather, I meant that Duoduo and I are equally easy to raise." Lu Ming looked at Duoduo: "Isn't that right, little sister-in-law?"
Jiang Duoduo nodded, "Mm."
Lu Ming was Qin Jue's cousin, and even her younger cousin called her sister-in-law, so out of politeness she couldn't ignore him.
Besides, Lu Ming was right...
However, after she finished speaking, Qin Jue's sharp eyes shot over her coldly, staring at her until she could hardly breathe. She lowered her head and dared not utter another word.
With that, Shen Chuanyu chuckled and said, "I'm a picky eater, but as long as Duoduo makes it, I'll eat it no matter what it is."
Shen Chuanyu's words reminded Jiang Duoduo of the time she made him a lunchbox for a small amount of money, which made her lower her head even further in fear.
Seeing that his scheme had succeeded, Lu Ming had a victor's smile on his face. Little did he expect that Shen Chuanyu, who had been sullen the whole time, would suddenly say such a thing.
What's going on? It's like he's some big shot because he ate Duoduo's bento box.
Would he be envious?
Okay, he's so envious...
Lu Ming glared at Shen Chuanyu reproachfully, then fell silent.
Ever since that day on the show, when Qin Jue learned that the little woman had made lunchboxes for Shen Chuanyu, he hadn't confronted her about it.
He had been feeling a sour taste in his mouth, and now, listening to Shen Chuanyu brag about it to his face, he forced a smile and said, word by word, "Who...is...not?"
Qin Jue's implication was that Shen Chuanyu wasn't the only one who had eaten it; he had eaten it too, okay?
This made Lu Ming twitch his face.
Jiang Duoduo sensed the tension in the air and lowered her head even further. She had already chosen Qin Jue right in front of them…
They really won't let her go.
The atmosphere seemed to freeze, but thankfully, at that moment, a waiter brought in a tray of food into the private room.
After all the dishes were served, Qin Jue was the only one who hadn't touched his chopsticks.
As if nothing had happened, Lu Ming very considerately and gently peeled shrimp for Jiang Duoduo, "Sister-in-law, why don't you eat the shrimp I peeled? Could it be... could it be... that your cousin won't let you eat shrimp peeled by other men?"
Jiang Duoduo froze as she ate the oyster: "..." What else? Isn't this obvious enough?
Seeing that Duoduo remained silent, Lu Ming looked at Qin Jue, switching identities with ease, "I'm not some other man, cousin~ you wouldn't be so petty, would you?"
Qin Jue coldly raised his eyes, his bottom line had already been crossed by Lu Ming, "So petty, what?"
Lu Ming completely ignored Qin Jue's clenched teeth. "Fine, I'll eat it myself then." He chewed the food, "So delicious~"
Seeing that the little woman still had some conscience and didn't dare to eat too much, Qin Jue whispered in her ear, "Don't worry about me, eat more, and make it up to me later when you're full."
...
Lu Ming brought Shen Chuanyu along, clearly intending to spend the entire day with Qin Jue.
Their top priority was "Idol Producer," but now that they have a seven-day holiday and don't need to record, they naturally have a lot of free time to do nothing.
Qin Jue was going to inspect newly acquired projects at other companies that afternoon, so he tried to get rid of Lu Ming and Shen Chuanyu.
However, the two of them insisted on coming along.
So now, when Qin Jue brings Jiang Duoduo into the company, they can only wait downstairs.
It was midday, and the sun was scorching, so they sat in the car enjoying the air conditioning.
Lu Ming glanced sideways at Shen Chuanyu, who was sitting in the passenger seat, and said, "I didn't realize you had such a thick skin."
Shen Chuanyu's gaze fell on his phone, and he replied unhurriedly, "It's alright."
"Tch! Let me make this clear first, don't assume I'm helping you out..."
Before Lu Ming could continue, Shen Chuanyu interrupted, "I know."
Then, Shen Chuanyu opened the car door, and Lu Ming asked warily, "Where are we going?"
"Buy water." Shen Chuanyu paused, turning to look at him. "What? You're going to buy it for me?"
...
As soon as Qin Jue brought Duo Duo into the hall, he couldn't wait to hug her tightly.
He whispered in Duoduo's ear, "I'm very satisfied with your actions."
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