My Policewoman Lover [Complete] - 14

Chapter Ninety-One: Passion in the Car

"Then why...why did you suck me out?" Liu Jing pushed her away impatiently.

"What are you afraid of?" Yu Xia chuckled, glancing at him with infinite allure. "Good husband, I'll just give you another blowjob!"

The woman behind the man, her name etched on jade, was wantonness.

Liu Jing was speechless again, starting the car with a sigh. The luxurious Renault sped onto the road, heading towards what he thought was a secluded spot. The afternoon sun pierced the air, reflecting shimmering, colorful patterns on the lake's surface, the ripples dancing and shimmering. A warm breeze blew, carrying the fragrance of flowers, exuding a rich, enchanting aroma. The willow branches on the bank were not to be outdone, their countless strands teasing the water's surface, creating ripples.

The fragrance of flowers, the lake water, and the willow branches, thus subtly and ambiguously embraced each other.

Early summer in the north is a tender and charming season.

Liu Jing, lacking experience, couldn't think of a secluded place, so he drove to XX Park.

The back mountain was a deep, secluded forest, filled with tall pines and cypresses, rarely visited by humans. On such an ordinary day, on such a scorching afternoon, there should have been no one there.

Deep in the dense forest, lush and verdant, blocking out the sun, Liu Jing drove the car, its low chassis bouncing as it struggled through the woods, finally finding a clearing far from the road and stopping the car.

"How's it going? Is this place alright?" Liu Jing turned around, asking with a mischievous grin.

Yu Xia, her face a mixture of excitement and nervousness, was looking around with wide eyes. Hearing this, she scolded, "You little rascal, you even thought of a place like this? And you say you have no experience?"

"It has nothing to do with experience, it's because I'm smart." Liu Jing chuckled, suddenly reclining the seat and lunging at her.

"Ah! What are you doing?" Yu Xia's eyes were alluring and smiling as she feigned struggle, her cries exaggerated.

"Stop pretending!" Liu Jing pressed down on her, opening his mouth to kiss her.

"Ugh! No, let me go!" Yu Xia giggled, dodging and struggling fiercely, her thighs kicking and stomping, her panties exposed beneath her skirt.

Yu Xia maintained her innocent act, as if playing a rape game, which excited Liu Jing greatly. He reached in with his left hand, roughly kneading the woman's private parts.

"Ah!" Yu Xia cried out, her mind hazy as she tilted her head back, emitting an alluring moan.

Liu Jing immediately leaned in, slipping his tongue into the woman's mouth. Yu Xia greedily sucked on it, her soft arms wrapping around his neck. Rape. Finally, it had become submissive.

The two kissed passionately, their tongues entwined wildly. Liu Jing knelt up, freeing one hand to remove Yu Xia's police uniform. Yu Xia obediently raised her plump buttocks, her two white, tender thighs together and lifted, the uniform easily pulled off by Liu Jing.

"Damn! You're all wet like this?" Liu Jing felt a large, wet, slippery patch on Yu Xia's panties.

Yu Xia, her eyes alluring, chuckled and whispered in his ear, "You're all wet from the walk, hurry up, okay?"

Liu Jing was speechless. He pulled down her shorts and got up to unzip his own. He was getting ready to get serious. Before he could do anything, a pleasant melody suddenly came from the small bag next to him.

Yu Xia glanced at him, then impatiently pulled out her phone.

"Xiao Huang, what's up?... What? A conference call... So urgent?... It's 2:30, right? I understand. Okay. I'll head back right away. If I'm late, let me know. Alright, that's it."

Yu Xia, still wearing her uniform, finished the call with her bare bottom sticking out. Liu Jing, holding his belt, asked, "Is something wrong at work?"

Yu Xia gestured with her phone, giving him a helpless look: "2:30, a last-minute conference call from the headquarters, requiring the commander to attend."

Liu Jing checked the time. It was almost 2:00, so he said, "I'll take you there right away."

"No rush, I'll leave after we're done." Yu Xia winked mischievously and lay down.

"It's almost two o'clock, still playing?" Liu Jing said, both amused and exasperated.

"What's the rush?" Yu Xia pouted, looking aggrieved and anxious. "It's less than ten minutes to get to the traffic police station!"

"Hehe, who told you to play innocent earlier?" Liu Jing chuckled. He deliberately took his time taking off his pants.

"Ugh, hurry up, I'm so uncomfortable!" Yu Xia twisted her buttocks wildly, her thighs writhing back and forth.

Liu Jing didn't delay any longer, pulling his pants down to his knees and thrusting his hard erection into her.

"Wait!" Yu Xia suddenly realized something and rolled over to stop.

"What's wrong?" Liu Jing stopped and asked. Yu

Xia said seriously, "I have a meeting in a bit, so I'll just finish pressing down the pleats on my uniform. You go down there, let me do it."

"This is so exciting, what kind of tryst can you have in such a short time?" Liu Jing was both amused and exasperated, and had no choice but to obediently lie down.

"Hehe, this is more exciting!" Yu Xia said with delight.

The Renault's windows were opaque on three sides, except for the windshield. Yu Xia looked around, and for safety's sake, turned around with difficulty, facing Liu Jing with her large buttocks, and slowly sat down.

"Uh!" Yu Xia groaned softly, her hands on his knees, and she began to move her legs while squatting.

This reverse squatting position was too lewd. The two of them were wet and intertwined, Yu Xia's plump, white, and huge buttocks, and her exquisitely beautiful anus, were all exposed in the alluring scene of their penetration. Liu Jing felt a kind of excitement bordering on madness.

The two of them took turns on top of each other, thrusting and coordinating their movements, which gradually became more intense. The wanton moans, the rapid breathing, the slapping sounds of their lower bodies colliding, and the splashing sounds of their love juices all echoed endlessly in the small car. The quiet trees around them began to feel uneasy. Sunlight shone through the gaps in the branches and into the car window, dappling the two of them with a burning glow.

On this urgent summer afternoon, the Renault was enveloped in the surging colors of spring.

The car chase was too intense and exciting, and Yu Xia, having held back for so long, climaxed after just ten minutes, collapsing onto him, panting. Liu Jing, young and strong, had just been sucked before and was still relatively unaffected.

Yu Xia's buttocks were soaked, her lower body still slightly contracting. Liu Jing smiled wryly, enduring the discomfort, and considerately lifted her buttocks to move her aside, then helped her lie down to rest.

"Husband, I'm sorry, I'll... make it up to you tonight." Yu Xia's face was flushed, radiating a happy and satisfied smile.

"Why are you two talking like that? Get up and wipe yourself." Liu Jing found some tissues in her bag and gently handed them to her.

"Husband, you're so good." Yu Xia glanced at them softly, tucked her temples behind her ear, and shyly accepted them. Then, panting, she sat up, twisting her body slightly, and carefully wiped herself.

Liu Jing straightened his pants, looking at her with tenderness and a touch of emotion.

Yu Xia was as wanton as a tigress in bed, but afterwards, she was like a virgin, shy and charming, making one want to pity her.

Yu Xia quickly finished getting ready, her uniform making her look sharp and upright. The white police cap was elegant and chic, and paired with the lingering blush on her face, she was indescribably beautiful and captivating.

"Husband, thank you," Yu Xia kissed him on the cheek, her eyes filled with happy gratitude.

Liu Jing smiled and stroked her face, preparing to start the car.

The woods were a limited space, and Liu Jing's driving skills were mediocre; driving in was difficult enough, but getting out was even more so. He couldn't turn around. He decided to reverse, but every time he moved, he was about to crash into a tree, forcing him to back up again and again.

"You step back, let me do it!" Yu Xia was impatient, pressed for time.

"Okay," Liu Jing replied, leaning back in his seat and shifting his body slightly.

Yu Xia plopped down on his lap, shifted the gear to the lowest setting, gripped the steering wheel with her left hand, glanced back at the road, then, in conjunction with the handbrake, half-pressed the brake pedal before suddenly revving the engine.

The wheels spun rapidly, the car shuddering. Amidst the billowing dust on either side, the Renault almost did a full spin.

"What a brilliant burnout!" Liu Jing exclaimed excitedly. A burnout isn't necessarily difficult, but the Renault's 3.5L engine is only slightly larger than a typical 2.0L, and the forest floor is just ordinary yellow earth; doing it under these conditions is no easy feat.

"Yu Xia, you're amazing!" Liu Jing leaned over, excitedly saying.

"Don't you even know what I'm doing?" Yu Xia smiled smugly, then jumped back into the passenger seat.

"Of course, of course, our eldest daughter is awesome at everything!"

It was almost 2:20. Liu Jing praised her, then said nothing more, the car weaving its way out of the woods and heading straight for the traffic police station.

With a high-ranking traffic officer sitting beside him, Liu Jing drove recklessly, speeding along.

Yu Xia remained silent, holding the rose in her hand, gazing at it intently, her gentle expression serene and peaceful—a picture of quiet, serene beauty.

"You like it? I'll buy it for you often in the future?" Liu Jing said.

Yu Xia smiled and shook her head, then suddenly asked, "Honey, do you think I'm very lewd?"

"You are lewd to begin with. I found out the first night."

"Oh, no!" Yu Xia said coquettishly, then asked shyly, "I mean, do you think I'm a bad woman?"

"How could that be? I like it more than anything!" Liu Jing patted her knee. "You should be wanton in bed, that's called romance. Wouldn't it be foolish not to be?"

Yu Xia smiled, her expression somewhat somber. She glanced out the window and said, "Honey, I'm not lying to you. I wasn't this wanton before. It's mainly because I'm so much older than you. I'm afraid that in a few years I'll be too old, and you won't be interested in me anymore."

Yu Xia's eyes were filled with sorrow, a hint of helplessness and anxiety. Liu Jing felt a pang of heartache and quickly comforted her, "Don't talk nonsense. The rate of aging isn't absolutely related to age; it's mainly about mindset. As long as you maintain your current mindset and don't overthink things, let me put it this way: I dare not say much, but in another ten or twenty years, you'll still be just as charming, with an added touch of mature elegance."

Liu Jing spoke earnestly because he had met Bai Xiaoqing, and he believed that Yu Xia, at the same age, was definitely no less attractive than Bai Xiaoqing.

"Really?" Yu Xia looked at him intently, her expression filled with worry.

"Trust me, I'm right." Liu Jing waved his hand, his voice filled with enthusiasm. "Everyone says older men and younger women are the best combination, bullshit! Men's abilities decline after twenty-five, but we're the best combination. I'll grow old with you!"

Yu Xia didn't say anything more, giving him a deep look before lowering her head to smell the fragrance of the rose. She thought of the song, "The Most Romantic Thing." Growing old with you—at this moment, she understood the depth and beauty of those words.

Outside the traffic police station, Yu Xia kissed him goodbye with a happy yet reluctant farewell, then ran joyfully inside. Sunlight shone on her tall, graceful figure, her long hair flowing freely and passionately—a truly beautiful and natural policewoman.

Watching Yu Xia enter, Liu Jing slowly started the car. A policewoman on a motorcycle approached. Although she was wearing a helmet, he recognized her as Dong Le, so he stopped the car and rolled down the window.

Dong Le stopped beside him and lifted her mask. "What do you need?"

"Who...who needs you?" Liu Jing almost stammered, then said irritably, "You slowed down first, that's why I stopped."

Dong Le chuckled and peeked out. "Is this the car Sister Qin arranged for you?"

"Yeah." Liu Jing nodded, waiting for her to continue.

Dong Le pulled her mask down again and said bluntly, "Wait here for me for a bit. "

"What do you want?" Liu Jing asked, sticking her head

out. "Just going for a ride!" Dong Le waved her hand, and the motorcycle nimbly turned into the courtyard.

The afternoon temperature was still muggy, the sun slanted and reflected light, and the traffic on the street crawled and weaved. The city on both sides was bustling yet chaotic, with only the traffic police brigade gate displaying its authority limply, like an erect penis.

"Dong Le actually wants to go for a ride with him?" Liu Jing couldn't figure out why; maybe she wanted to talk to him about something. He was listless and a little nauseous, so he turned off the air conditioning and opened the passenger window, even though there wasn't a breath of wind outside.

A dozen minutes later, Dong Le, carrying a small bag, stepped lightly out of the gate, her high-heeled sandals clicking loudly. She had changed into casual clothes; a sheer skirt hung above her high heels, swaying with her steps, the outline of her underwear faintly visible in the sunlight. She wore a tank top, her full breasts bulging, revealing a glimpse of her fair belly.

Liu Jing glanced at her and politely opened the car door.

"Thank you," Dong Le said with a smile, getting in and closing the door behind her. "I saw Sister Qin earlier; she said she might drive for a while and asked you to pick up the child so she could let you know."

"Thank you," Liu Jing slowly started the car. "Where to?"

"Anywhere, just keep driving if you don't have anywhere to go." Dong Le glanced at him, then looked back at the car's interior.

Liu Jing didn't speak again, following Officer Dong's instructions to keep driving forward.

There was no wind outside, but the car's speed created a breeze. Hot air poured in through both windows, tossing their hair wildly. Dong Le, gathering her swaying hair, frowned and said, "Isn't there cold air in the car? Why did you open the window?"

"I'm allergic to air conditioning, it makes me feel nauseous." Liu Jing quickly glanced at her. "It's okay, if you're not used to it, just close the window." He said, preparing to close the window.

"Never mind, never mind, so you don't feel nauseous." Dong Le retorted irritably, closing her side window halfway.

Liu Jing smiled but didn't say anything. This girl was always so troublesome; teasing her made him feel much better. The car continued forward. He kept an eye on the vehicles along the road as he drove. Renaults were indeed rare; he hadn't noticed before, but now there wasn't a single one on the road.

Dong Le looked at it for a while, then turned her gaze to him, a playful look on her face. "This car drives pretty well, doesn't it?"

"You're a traffic cop, you've seen a lot, you should know better than me, right?" Liu Jing replied, neither too bluntly nor too firmly. This girl had been so talkative since their first meeting; he was sure she was going to say something else this time, so he remained on guard.

Dong Le didn't pay any more attention. She then asked with a smile, "I heard from Sister Qin that you even suggested she open a car repair shop. You're quite the thinker, aren't you?"

"You know quite a bit," Liu Jing said casually, already somewhat guessing what she was going to say.

"Of course." Dong Le smiled smugly, raising her eyebrows. "Don't think that just because Sister Qin is my boss, we can't talk about anything."

"I believe you." Liu Jing smiled. "Even Qin Hui had two friends, let alone your Sister Qin."

"You..." Dong Le's face changed, and she smoothed her hair. "Why are you talking so irritatingly? Sister Qin is so good to you, and you compare her to Qin Hui?"

"Who's comparing me to Qin Hui? I mean I believe you." Liu Jing was speechless at this illogical woman.

"Don't try to argue!" Dong Le leaned forward, glaring at him fiercely. "You're heartless!"

Liu Jing ignored her, waiting quietly for her to continue.

Seeing that he didn't speak, Dong Le became arrogant, leaning back in her seat and saying in a strange tone, "Someone said nice things, like he has someone he likes, and so on. It hasn't been long. He's already driving someone else's car and using someone else's space to open a repair shop. I've seen through him; there aren't many good men out there." Liu Jing didn't speak

, and suddenly pulled the car over to the side of the road.

Dong Le shifted slightly, asking warily, "Why did you stop the car?"

Chapter Ninety-Two: A Gentleman Makes Good Use of Resources

“Nothing much, just a few words of advice.” Liu Jing looked at her calmly. “First, I can afford this car. Second, I can afford to open a repair shop. Third, what I said before doesn’t contradict what I’ve said before. I haven’t told a single lie to either you or Yu Xia.”

“Then why don’t you buy it yourself? Why don’t you make something of yourself?” Dong Le’s attitude had improved considerably. Her gaze towards him was apologetic, but not without contempt.

“Naive, indeed naive.” Liu Jing laughed dismissively.

Dong Le’s face hardened. “Naive! Am I wrong? How am I naive?”

“Look ahead!” Liu Jing pointed.

By the roadside, an old man was setting up a stall under a tree, selling small items like socks and safety pins. Dong Le glanced at it, not understanding, and turned back to ask, “If you’re not going to answer my question, what am I supposed to look at?”

Liu Jing said, “Do you think that old man, who’s set up a stall his whole life, will eventually be able to open a supermarket?”

Dong Le’s eyes flickered without speaking, but she was still puzzled. How could a small stall possibly open a supermarket? Did he even need to ask?

Liu Jing glanced at her and asked with a smile, "Officer Dong, you don't have a boyfriend yet, do you? I wonder what your family's financial situation is like?"

"What's it to you?" Dong Le retorted angrily, "You keep talking nonsense, do you have nothing to say?"

Liu Jing smiled faintly and turned to face her: "A camel pulling a cart its whole life won't be able to afford a car dealership, just like an old man setting up a stall his whole life won't be able to afford a supermarket. Do you know why?"

Dong Le didn't speak, as if she had grasped something.

Liu Jing patiently explained, "There are many hardworking people in the world, but most of them live ordinary lives. There are many successful people in the world, but none of them got rich by selling newspapers at a stall. Your income as traffic police is good, but even if you don't eat or drink for your whole life, you won't become rich. If a person wants to achieve something, hard work alone is not enough; there must be an opportunity, and the necessary resources must be utilized. The nature of a gentleman is not different, but he is good at making use of things—that's the principle."

Dong Le still didn't speak and began to scrutinize him.

Liu Jing took a breath and continued, "I asked about your family's financial situation and whether you have a boyfriend because I wanted to tell you that if you have a boyfriend, never say those kinds of things to him. Because there are some truly stupid men in the world who will spend day and night proving themselves for so-called love, and some stupid women will think that such men are principled and upright. That's all bullshit logic."

Dong Le couldn't take it anymore and glared at him, saying, "Hey, watch your mouth!"

Liu Jing smiled and said leisurely, "Don't be so hasty. I'm not cursing or using foul language. Those people are just idiots. Think about it. If you need to rely on external help, why not rely on relatives and friends instead of outsiders? Isn't that stupid? And those women, whose families are already powerful, still let their men go out and mess around. Isn't that stupid too?

"Now, more than 95% of young people in China rely on their parents' support to get married. Relying on a woman's support makes you less of a man, you know? Besides messing around himself, he will inevitably have to put more strain on his parents. Don't say he's not a man." Moreover, it's unwise, unfilial, and unfaithful. Relationships require mutual cherishing and nurturing; if a man has to cause trouble to stay together, that kind of relationship is utterly worthless. If it were me, I would have turned and left immediately.

"You know very well what kind of relationship I have with your captain. She helped me through her own efforts, what's wrong with that? I received her help, but I neither deceived her feelings nor lived off her. I improved our living conditions through my own hard work and wisdom, with my own hands. Isn't that perfectly natural? What's all the fuss about?"

Liu Jing went on and on. Then she turned back and said, "What you just said, while insulting me, only proves your naiveté. You not only don't understand feelings, human relationships, or this society, you're even letting yourself down."

Dong Le was stunned. Hearing this, she pouted, looking extremely aggrieved, and said, "What did I say? I just stated a few facts! You immediately launched into a barrage of fallacies and tried to label me! Don't you remember? I called you brother-in-law last time. If it were really like what you say, would I call you brother-in-law?"

The little girl was quick-witted, and Liu Jing felt a bit embarrassed. He chuckled and said, "I didn't mean anything by it, I just wanted to tell you this principle. People these days are so hypocritical. They clearly wish all the good things would fall into their own laps, but once something happens to someone else, they're the first to jump out and despise them!"

"You... I'm not talking to you anymore." Dong Le felt extremely awkward hearing this and turned away, ignoring him.

Liu Jing laughed and started the car, continuing to drive forward. He had no ill intentions towards Dong Le; on the contrary, he was grateful. He said all this because this girl was with Yu Xia every day. No one would be indifferent to the contempt and ridicule of their female friend, at least he couldn't.

The two discussed for a long time, and time slipped by unnoticed. The sunlight softened, and the roadside flowers and plants seemed to come alive again. Silence fell in the carriage, broken only by the restless wind outside the window that tousled their hair.

Dong Le, still somewhat dazed from what they had been said, remained lost in thought, her head bowed. She had never heard Liu Jing speak before, and was quite surprised and learned a great deal, especially regarding the meaning of "man." She was good friends with Yu Xia and also acquainted with Zhou Ren. Zhou Ren was gentle, capable, decisive, and charismatic—always her ideal man.

She admired Yu Xia and her husband, learning from Yu Xia in every way, and aspired to find a boyfriend like Zhou Ren.

As for Liu Jing, she didn't dislike him; she knew he was kind-hearted, but that was all. He couldn't compare to Zhou Ren, and was far from being a good match for Yu Xia. She supported them because Yu Xia was happy and willing, and it was a situation she had created herself. Now that Yu Xia has bought a car and is opening a repair shop, Dong Le felt awkward, thinking her captain was being taken advantage of, so she wanted to say something and probe the situation. But before she could say two words, she was stunned, and her understanding of men began to crumble.

As Dong Le thought about it, she unconsciously looked at the person next to her, feeling awkward again. This time, the awkwardness was different; it was resentment, confusion, and incomprehension. She suddenly felt that although this young man was mercenary, he was quite thoughtful and not bad. But she just couldn't understand why Yu Xia could always be so accurate? She had been learning from her captain, so why could she always fall behind?

What was she lacking? Dong Le tilted her head, frowned, and kept looking at him, puzzled.

Seeing her unusual expression, Liu Jing asked curiously, "Hey, what's wrong? Speak up, I've been shopping for ages!"

"Oh, okay then." Dong Le snapped out of her reverie, smoothed her hair, and said, "You just said, um, that you treat Sister Qin like family, so let me ask you, what about your girlfriend?"

Liu Jing hesitated for a moment, then calmly replied, "Since you know so much, what about my girlfriend? Didn't she tell you?"

"She said she wouldn't interfere, but what about you? How are you going to treat Sister Qin?" Dong Le stared at him, her gaze penetrating.

Liu Jing and Dong Le weren't close yet, having only met four times at most. Unsure how to phrase it, Liu Jing thought for a moment and said, "Officer Dong, I know you care about Yu Xia, but it's really hard to say. People's feelings and understandings are different. You're not her, so you can't understand our feelings. Even if I explained it to you clearly, I'm afraid you wouldn't understand."

"What do you mean I don't understand?" Dong Le's eyes narrowed again. "Back then, you acted like a Casanova, so loyal, but now you're two-timing me, and you're talking to me about feelings and understanding? Even if I'm naive, I'm still a woman. Don't I know what women want?"

"This..." Liu Jing was speechless, and could only say, "Why don't you tell me, what should I do in this situation?"

Dong Le softened her tone: "I know Sister Qin is very happy and content with you, but she is, after all, a woman. She has already suffered one blow, and she can't suffer another. Besides, there's Duo Duo. Since you're her father, you have a responsibility. No matter how you handle your relationship with your girlfriend, you absolutely cannot let them move out. Otherwise, no matter how good you are to them, it will still hurt them."

Dong Le's words hit the nail on the head. Liu Jing's heart trembled, and he nodded murmured, "You're right. Yu Xia can't suffer another blow, and they can't be hurt again."

"Then what will you do?" Dong Le's eyes lit up.

Liu Jing smiled wryly, "Well... things have to be done step by step. Don't worry, I'll handle it. I won't let them move out, and I'll stay with them."

"Really?" Dong Le asked skeptically.

"Really," Liu Jing said readily.

"You promise?"

"I promise."

Dong Le gave him a playful glare, seemingly satisfied. Liu Jing looked at her and then said, "Officer Dong, is there anything else you want to say? If not, I need to pick up my child."

"Oh." Dong Le checked the time. "Okay then, take me home first."

Liu Jing turned a corner ahead and drove towards the address Dong Le had given him. With the issue resolved, both of them felt relaxed, chatting and laughing on the way until they reached Dong Le's apartment building.

"Have a good trip, Officer Dong," Liu Jing said politely as Dong Le got out of the car.

Dong Le hesitated for a moment, then turned around and said, "We're pretty familiar with each other now, so don't call me Officer Dong anymore. I'm older than you, call me Sister Dong."

Liu Jing couldn't help but chuckle, "You call me brother-in-law, and I'll call you Sister Dong. So, you mean Yu Xia is your sister-in-law too?"

Chapter Ninety-Three: Life's Joys Should Be Enjoyed

The early summer breeze in May wasn't strong. Liu Jing drove with all four windows open, the wind enveloping him warmly. He was in high spirits, excitedly driving around the streets, not just because he had a car, but also because of the season.

He loved summer; the humid wind reminded him of home. He had arrived in this city in summer, a feeling that made him feel at home and not lonely despite the unfamiliarity. Now, ten months later, he had many things: a beautiful young girlfriend, an enviable lover, and a lively and adorable daughter. He was content, and thus fell in love with this city, becoming fascinated by it.

The crowds on the street came and went, like fast-paced action in a movie. Liu Jing was puzzled. Why were there so many people on the street on such a hot afternoon? Didn't these people have to work?

How did they make a living? When he first arrived, he had a strange thought: the city was like a glove. People leave their homes in the morning, flowing in all directions to every corner of the city, and return home tired and peacefully in the evening. Every morning and evening, this cycle of coming and going fills and empties the city in a regular pattern, just like a glove.

A big city is a big city; the repeated comings and goings of people are precisely its charm.

It was almost time. Liu Jing went back to the company, left his fingerprint, and then rolled up the car window, preparing to pick up his child. Getting back in the car, he dialed Little Tiger's number. It was rare for him to be home early; he wanted to cook something for Yu Xia. He also needed to let Little Tiger know he'd bought a new car, since Little Tiger was the head of the household.

"Honey, what's wrong?" Fang Xi's voice was slightly disappointed. Calling at this hour meant they wouldn't be able to meet that night.

"Fang Xi, I'm not coming to see you tonight," Liu Jing said directly. "Yu Xia has a meeting at work and asked me to pick up her child. You stay home and keep your mother company."

"Okay then," Fang Xi's voice was tinged with disappointment, but she remained understanding.

"Don't hang up yet, there's something else." Liu Jing paused and then said, "Yu Xia, help me contact a car. I'll pick it up this afternoon."

"What! You bought a car?" Fang Xi's voice immediately rose. "How much?" "

180,000." Liu Jing answered truthfully.

"Ah! That much money?" Fang Xi's voice rose again. "Such a big deal, why didn't you discuss it with me?"

"I'm telling you now, aren't I?" Liu Jing opened the car window again.

"You only tell me after you've already bought it, is that what you call discussing it?" Fang Xi was annoyed.

The little tiger was quite meticulous. Liu Jing smiled wryly and patiently said, "Listen to me, this car is made in France. It costs over 500,000 in the domestic market, but they're only selling it for 180,000.

I'm afraid someone else will snatch it up. Besides, it's almost time for the vehicle inspection, and Yu Xia can just go along with the crowd and help us get all the paperwork done. It won't cost much. When asking for favors, you should always make it convenient for the person asking."

"Then... then 180,000 is too much? A domestic car would only cost a few tens of thousands!"

Fang Xi was stunned for a moment, then realized another problem. "By the way, where did you get so much money?"

"Yu Xia lent it to me, but I..."

"What?" Fang Xi was both angry and anxious. "You borrowed money to buy a car? You, you, you..."

"Don't argue!" Liu Jing interrupted in a deep voice, then calmed down and said, "I don't have that much money right now, but it's close. Once I get my salary and bonus this month, plus the bonus from the business trip to Thailand, I can pay her back by next month at the latest."

"That shouldn't be the case!" The little tiger was very indignant at being ignored in her position as the top leader.

"Isn't it urgent?" Liu Jing breathed a sigh of relief. "Fang Xi, don't worry about it. Didn't I tell you already? Leave the family's livelihood to me. Okay, that's all for now. I'll drive to pick you up tomorrow so you can see it."

"Wait! Come now! I want to see it now!" Fang Xi said angrily, then sighed inwardly. She had already bought it, and her lover liked it, so what could she say?

"Okay, wait at the door now, I'll be there right away." Liu Jing readily agreed. A car is a big purchase, so how could the top leader not take a look first?

After hanging up the phone, Liu Jing sighed. Although Little Tiger wasn't as capable as Yu Xia, he was just as good. He was lucky to have met two women like these, but he felt a little guilty towards Fang Xi. He had agreed to Dong Le's question, but didn't have a clear plan yet.

Getting Yu Xia to stay was easy; the key was Little Tiger's final attitude. What kind of opportunity would that require?

Yu Xia said to spend more time together, and once the relationship deepened, everything would be easier to discuss. Until the opportunity arose, this might be a good idea. As usual, Liu Jing quickly perked up and headed to the Municipal Youth League Committee with high spirits.

Driving speed made all the difference; soon, the gate of the Municipal Youth League Committee came into view. Fang Xi stood in front of the gate, craning her neck to look in his direction. Liu Jing parked the car and quickly jumped out: "How is it? Fang Xi, are you satisfied with our car?"

"Hmph!" Fang Xi had seen it from afar and had been observing it for a while. Hearing this, she glared at him and walked straight to the passenger door. Liu Jing rushed forward, eagerly opening the car door. Only after Xiao Laohu (Fang Xi) was seated did he return to the driver's seat.

"You still haven't told me, what do you think of the car?" Liu Jing asked again before she was even fully settled.

"Tell me first, where did you get so much money?" Fang Xi stared at him, asking seriously.

Liu Jing smiled gently, taking her hand. "Fang Xi, why are you still angry? Didn't I just explain?"

"Don't give me that!" Fang Xi pulled her hand away, persisting. "You've only been working for ten months, how could you possibly have so much money? You have to explain it to me clearly." Xiao Laohu wasn't just concerned about the car; he was also worried about his lover.

Liu Jing was touched and looked at her, saying, "That's normal. My salary plus subsidies is a little over four thousand a month, forty thousand in ten months. Bonuses are calculated based on performance, usually more than my salary. For example, I got over nine thousand from your switch business. Over ten months, the bonus is close to sixty thousand. In addition, my mother left me thirty thousand for emergencies after buying the house. This month I sold a lot of trinkets, and next month I should earn at least twenty thousand. There's also the contract in Thailand, which should bring in another twenty thousand. I don't smoke or drink, and I don't have many places to spend money. So, all things considered, it's about sixteen or seventeen thousand."

Fang Xi's expression softened slightly, but her eyes still held a hint of resentment.

Liu Jing smiled apologetically and took her hand again: "Fang Xi, don't worry, I'm so honest, what bad things could I possibly do?"

"That still won't do!" Fang Xi's eyes were anxious, revealing deep reproach. "Spending money before you even get it, is that how you spend money? How can I feel at ease living with you if you keep doing this?"

"I...this is my first time, isn't it? I was afraid of missing out." Liu Jing was speechless, but even more impressed. Little Tiger, true to her intellectual family background, knew how to be meticulous. A woman like that, as long as you earn money, no matter how much, she can save it all for you.

Fang Xi sighed and didn't say anything more.

Liu Jing hugged the girl and said softly, "Fang Xi, I do like cars, but it's not entirely for that. I'm lazy, and my work is rather haphazard. It was fine when I was alone, but now I have to support a family. I'm spending all my money to put pressure on myself and be more proactive in the future."

"Knowing you have to support a family, why spend all your money? Is that really creating pressure?" Fang Xi was still annoyed and couldn't accept this theory, pushing him away.

"You don't understand!" Liu Jing said seriously. "Remember, money is never saved, it's earned. Humans are inherently lazy and love to eat, and sometimes that's what you need to do. If there are no difficulties, create them to climb higher."

Fang Xi gasped, gritting her teeth, "This time it's fine, but don't let it happen again. Don't say I didn't warn you, if you dare... dare to create such difficulties again without consulting me, I... I'll kick you to the curb!"

"Alright, alright." Liu Jing chuckled and pulled the girl into his arms again. "Fang Xi, if you're free, come with me to pick up the child. Yu Xia helped so much, let's buy some groceries and treat her to a meal when she gets back?"

"Okay." Fang Xi agreed, pulling out a bank card from her pocket: "Don't you still owe more than ten thousand? This is my salary card, there's twenty thousand in it, you should pay her back as soon as possible."

Liu Jing didn't speak, but from his eyes to his heart, he felt a complete mess of emotions—gratitude, emotion, and guilt all intertwined and surged within him. The little tiger had been working for less than a year, and this was already all of her personal assets.

"Take it?" Fangxi urged.

"No rush," Liu Jing snapped out of his reverie. "Keep it for now, ask for it again next month if you need more."

Fangxi didn't insist, glared at him, and put the card away. Liu Jing turned to start the car, then looked at her and said, "Fangxi, um… don't worry, I said I'd support the family, and I will. From now on, you can do whatever you want with your salary, don't keep saving it."

Fangxi glanced at him, a hint of heartache and reluctance in her eyes, and pouted, "You make it sound so nice, but you've spent all your own money, and you expect me to spend it however I want? How am I supposed to spend it?"

Old habits die hard, Liu Jing thought, speechless. The Renault silently and quickly drove onto the street.

"Fangxi, you haven't told me yet, what do you think of the car?" Liu Jing asked for the third time as he drove.

"It's good, but you're in debt. What's the difference between driving a nice car and showing off?" Fangxi said reproachfully. Although she opposed her lover buying a car and was reluctant to spend the money, she was still a girl, and her vanity inevitably swelled.

"You don't understand!" Liu Jing laughed. "People these days are all pushovers; you have to pretend, or they'll look down on you!"

"Come on!" Fang Xi poked her head out and spat at him. "Trying to look rich when you're not, burying your head in the sand! Even if you keep pretending, I know you don't have a penny!"

Liu Jing laughed heartily, feeling incredibly relieved. This was Yu Xia's theory, but it was worthless to Xiao Laohu; they were so different. But for him, having two such different women by his side was bound to be exhilarating.

He imagined it, and he felt exhilarated. The sun was setting, and the car headed towards the kindergarten. Tonight, the three of them would meet for the first time. Would it be as enjoyable as they imagined?

Chapter Ninety-Four: Pie or Weight?

A woman is a woman; some of her traits cannot be changed. Fangxi sat in the car, looking at the luxurious interior, the gleaming dashboard, the comfortable, streamlined seats, and the boy driving beside her. A wave of happiness and sweetness washed over her.

Everyone says women like strong men, but she didn't think so. What was so good about that kind of man? Responsible but petty, gentle but lacking humor, his strength was just for show. A husband is for everyday life, not for being a hero; he should bring joy and laughter. She had been taken advantage of, but she liked this boy, liked his optimism, his seemingly carefree nature, his cleverness in making her happy, his decisiveness—he fought without thinking. She liked everything about him.

She wanted to be the boss, not to be in charge, but because she knew her lover pampered her and indulged her; she enjoyed this feeling of being pampered.

A woman is still a woman; some things won't change. After the initial excitement, she felt a pang of heartache and couldn't bear it anymore. A home is for two; how could she let her lover suffer alone? She thought for a moment and said to Liu Jing, "Honey, I have an idea."

"What idea?" The little tiger's attitude was very formal, and Liu Jing was slightly surprised.

"How about we raise ants?"

"Raise ants? Why would we raise ants for no reason?" The little tiger's words were startling, and Liu Jing didn't quite grasp it.

Fang Xi opened her eyes wide, both excited and serious, and said, "You know about red ant oral liquid, right? The manufacturer is in the suburbs. They need red ants as raw materials. With just a simple contract, they provide red ants at a low price, and after a year, no matter how many you raise, they'll buy them back at double the price. Many people have gone crazy raising them! Now my mother is leaving soon, and I'm moving to Sister Meng's place, and my house is empty, so why don't we raise some too?"

Liu Jing finally understood and couldn't help but sigh inwardly. This matter was widely discussed. Of course, he knew about it, and that oral liquid factory belonged to the Ideal Group. As a salesman, he was very familiar with this kind of business operation; the ants were just a pretext, actually exploiting people's greed to raise funds in disguise. This kind of behavior could be profitable in the early stages, but the risk would increase as time went on, ultimately resulting in a complete loss.

Liu Jing said firmly, "No, we can't raise them."

"Why? So many people have already received money!" Fang Xi was annoyed that her lover had rejected her idea of making money so easily.

"That's precisely why we can't raise them," Liu Jing said resolutely, but patiently. "That oral liquid factory is affiliated with our company. I know what's going on. They're not after the ants. It's a disguised form of fundraising, using one company to obtain working capital for the entire group."

"What do you care what they want, as long as..."

"Listen to me first!" The little tiger was too impatient. Liu Jing shook his head and pulled the car over to the side of the road. “Fangxi, I know many people have already made money, but things are different now. There are too many people raising ants. Not just in S City, even the surrounding counties and cities are going crazy for it! Think about it, a 100% profit in a year, can such a good thing last? As more and more people raise ants, the factory will eventually go bankrupt, or they might simply choose to close down when they are most profitable. And those contracts are actually equity investment contracts. Just like buying stocks, once the factory goes bankrupt, you won't get a single penny back!”

“But…but didn’t you say it’s a group company? Can they all go bankrupt?” Fangxi was alarmed.

“Whether it’s a group or not, a company is still an independent legal entity, responsible for its own profits and losses,” Liu Jing said patiently. “And it’s precisely because they are group companies that they do this, because they can transfer funds out through some channel first, and then declare bankruptcy. Ant farming has reached a huge peak now, and I think they may soon declare bankruptcy.”

“I see.” Fangxi grinned, looking a little embarrassed.

Liu Jing squeezed her hand gently and said softly, "Fangxi, I know you're worried and don't want me to work too hard, but don't worry, with me here, we definitely won't be short of money. It won't be long before I earn it all back, I promise."

He didn't elaborate, but it wasn't an exaggeration. The car repair business was lucrative, and with Yuxia's connections, even without any new hires, he could easily find ways to keep the taxi business busy.

Fangxi gave him a reproachful look and didn't say anything more. While she didn't readily believe her lover could get rich quickly, Liu Jing's confident words gave her a lot of confidence.

The car continued on its way, but Liu Jing fell into deep thought. Little Tiger was distressed and anxious because he had spent all his money, which was why he suggested raising ants. He was touched, but also uneasy, because he had received an important revelation.

He had reviewed the Thai acquisition contract that morning. The total investment budget was 420 million RMB. Dongxing, even with bank loans, would only invest 120 million RMB, while Ideal Group would invest a full 300 million. Although the two companies had a 25-year long-term compensation contract, 300 million was no small sum. No matter how strong Ideal Group was, it would have to exert every effort to acquire such a large amount of money. Moreover, if the acquisition was successful, Dongxing would hold 51% of the shares, meaning Ideal Group was essentially doing all the work for Dongxing. For a long-term contract, a private group would make such a huge contribution to a state-owned enterprise—it was unbelievable!

If Ideal Group really used all of its funds, that oral liquid factory would definitely have to close down. This was no small matter. There were already hundreds of thousands of small-scale ant farming farmers, and those who were blinded by losses would surround the oral liquid factory and the municipal government. Ideal Group would be investigated. Liu Jing found it increasingly unbelievable that Ideal Group would take such a huge risk to do something so foolish.

"It seems that whether this trip to Thailand is a windfall or a disaster is hard to say," Liu Jing thought to himself with some unease. Let alone Ideal Group, Dongxing's actions are also highly suspicious. He found it strange when Xu Yan first mentioned it, and now it seems even more unbelievable. Dongxing Electronics, though large, is still a light industry company; it makes no sense for them to travel all the way to Thailand to acquire mines. Could there be something fishy going on?

Liu Jing's eyes darted around, his mind racing, but he still couldn't figure it out. Even if Ideal Group went bankrupt, it wouldn't be related to Dongxing, let alone be held responsible. Assuming the acquisition was successful and Ideal Group went bankrupt, Dongxing would not only get 51% of the mines in Thailand, but the long-term preferential contract would also be voided. They might even be able to seize the remaining 49%—it's all benefits! Li Xiang is a powerful figure in the business world; would he really do something so suicidal after working so hard all his life?

It's none of my business, so I'll stay out of it.

With the kindergarten in sight, Liu Jing gathered his thoughts and stopped thinking about it, but he instinctively became more cautious about the trip to Thailand. He was naturally optimistic and easygoing, without much ambition, but always cautious and meticulous, and besides, he was never stupid.

Soon, the two arrived at the kindergarten. Liu Jing took his child there every day, but this was the first time he had picked her up.

Duo Duo called out "Daddy!" and ran happily into his arms, while Fang Xi stood by, playfully teasing her. Teacher Li, seeing this, nearly dropped her jaw. Although surprised, she had already decided that Liu Jing and Yu Xia were a couple, and now this young girl had appeared—she simply couldn't understand it.

After saying goodbye to Teacher Li, Liu Jing drove off, Fang Xi carrying the child.

Liu Jing suddenly found it amusing; he'd only had the car for half a day, and he'd already driven four women—from Yu Xia to Dong Le, and now Fang Xi and Duo Duo—it was probably a record.

The two took the child to the supermarket, bought some groceries, and also some snacks for Duo Duo, then drove off fully loaded.

A gentle breeze blew, the setting sun cast long shadows, and the colors of dusk were beautiful, a golden hue tinged with a subtle crimson. On the streets, many people were leaving work, the city shrouded in a radiant and peaceful glow. Liu Jing drove home, the tired yet peaceful smiles of people flashing past the window. Inside, Fang Xi played with their child, Duo Duo's giggles echoing in his ears.

What a harmonious urban evening scene, so warm and real; it turned out that beautiful moments weren't just illusions.

"Daddy, whose car is this?" Duo Duo asked curiously, not having seen the car before.

"It's Daddy's car, do you like it?" Before Liu Jing could speak, Fang Xi answered quickly.

"I like it." Duo Duo looked at Liu Jing, then said to Fang Xi, "Mommy, the motorcycle is too small, I have nowhere to sit."

"Hehe, Duo Duo is so smart, she even knows about motorcycles." Fang Xi found it amusing, but also puzzled, giving her husband a questioning look.

Liu Jing explained with a smile, "The day the electric bike was stolen, Yu Xia took me home on her motorcycle and picked her up. There wasn't enough room for the three of us, so she sat on the gas tank. I guess she was referring to that."

"Really?" Fang Xi chuckled, surprised. "Such a good memory at four years old! She remembered such a small grievance. Kids these days are really something!"

"Absolutely, kids these days are all very clever,"

Liu Jing replied, a slight unease creeping into his heart. He brought Little Tiger home so the two women could spend more time together, laying the groundwork for the future, not wanting to overlook the potential threat of Duo Duo.

He thought about it carefully; the issue with her biological mother had been resolved, so Duo Duo probably had nothing more to say, and he felt relieved.

At the door, Liu Jing took out his keys as usual, Fang Xi waiting beside him with the child. The door opened, revealing Yu Xia's smiling face.

"Old man!" Yu Xia was about to call him "husband" when she suddenly saw the little tiger behind her and swallowed the word back. She then chuckled awkwardly, "Old... the teacher said you picked up the child. I was wondering why I wasn't home yet. Turns out it's Fangxi who's here."

Liu Jing almost tumbled down the stairs, but luckily Yu Xia reacted quickly and quickly covered up, "Didn't you say you were in a meeting? Why are you back?"

Chapter 95 The

sunset glow was romantic, reflecting in the dim, ambiguous light of the corridor. In the opaque light, Yu Xia's figure in her nightgown shone with alluring temptation, her high, slightly trembling breasts and snow-white, fleshy thighs making the surrounding air seem sensually teasing.

"No one picked up Duoduo, so the leader took care of me and let me come back first." Yu Xia instantly regained her composure and opened the door warmly and generously, "Fangxi, come in quickly."

"Hello, Sister Qin, it's been a long time." Yu Xia's maturity and sexiness made Fangxi a little dizzy. She quickly smiled and nodded, her eyes unconsciously looking at her lover.

Liu Jing was genuinely surprised by Yu Xia's return. She picked up the groceries in her hand and said awkwardly, "I didn't expect you to come back. Fangxi and I were planning to treat you to a nice meal."

"What meal? I've been staying at your house for so long, I don't even know how to thank Fangxi." Liu Jing hadn't expected her return, and she hadn't expected the little tiger to come either. Yu Xia smiled faintly, took the child and put him on the ground, then stepped forward and took Fangxi's hand, saying apologetically, "Fangxi, I'm so sorry, I really didn't know how to tell you last time. You won't blame me

, will you?" "Sister, you're overthinking it. How could I?" Fangxi was a little reserved, glanced at her partner, and prepared to thank her for the loan for the car, but Yu Xia spoke first.

"That's good, hehe." Yu Xia casually covered up her embarrassment, smoothed her hair, and snatched the vegetables from Liu Jing's hands. "Little sister, go in quickly, I'm cooking right now. Leave everything to me tonight, you can taste your older sister's cooking!"

"How can I do that? Let me help you." Fang Xi glanced at her lover, quickly changed her shoes, and stepped forward. She hadn't been able to thank Yu Xia properly before, and besides, she felt that she shouldn't let Yu Xia do anything, given her master's position.

Yu Xia didn't refuse, distributed some vegetables, and the two women went inside.

Mom and Auntie had gone to cook, and Duo Duo looked back and forth, then leaned against her father's leg. Liu Jing shook his head with a sigh, picked up the child, and went into the room. The beautiful scene was just an illusion. He felt incredibly smug.

Women are always easier to get along with, especially one who felt guilty and ingratiating, and the other who felt grateful and appreciative. Liu Jing was outside taking care of the child, and the two women, calling each other "older sister" and "younger sister," busied themselves in the kitchen, quickly becoming close like old friends.

Yu Xia knew her outfit was inappropriate, but she simply didn't change, continuing to exude her carefree and unpretentious attitude. Fang Xi didn't mind either. As always, she felt the older sister's casualness and friendliness, occasionally offering a knowing smile.

"Sister Qin, I'm so sorry." Borrowing money is always embarrassing, and Fang Xi blushed as she sincerely said, "You helped Liu Jing buy a car. He borrowed so much money from you without even discussing it with me. We'll definitely pay you back next month."

"It's nothing," Yu Xia waved her spatula dismissively, "I'm living in your boyfriend's house for free, and you didn't even complain. Who would agree to that? I'd be more than happy to help you out!"

“That’s different. You…you’ve had it pretty tough too. 180,000 isn’t a small amount. Who can just lend it to you like that?” Fangxi wanted to say that she was also buying a house, but it felt like she was being chased away, so she quickly changed her words.

180,000 was indeed a large sum. After all, Xiaohu was just an ordinary girl, and the worry and reluctance on her face were clearly written all over her. Yuxia glanced at her. She turned down the stove and turned around, saying, “Sister, don’t worry. Although Liu Jing is young, he’s not impulsive. He’s usually very careful. He bought the car because he had a plan.”

“A plan?!” Fangxi asked in surprise. “What plan does he have? How come I don’t know?”

Yuxia looked outside mysteriously and pulled her aside. “Sister, I won’t say anything else, I’ll just tell you one thing: don’t worry about the money. Your good boyfriend will probably make a lot of money soon.”

“Really? How do you know?” Fangxi was astonished. Liu Jing had comforted her with these words before, and she had been skeptical, or rather, not believing them at all. Now that Yuxia had told her, the effect was quite different.

“Hmm,” Yu Xia said thoughtfully, “because he consulted me.”

“Consulted about what?” Fang Xi asked seriously.

“Don’t ask yet, and it’s best not to ask Liu Jing either. He’ll tell you when the time comes.”

Fang Xi hesitated, but didn’t speak. Yu Xia knew everything. She was his girlfriend, yet she knew nothing. She couldn’t accept it.

Yu Xia took her hand and said considerately, “He hasn’t told you because things aren’t settled yet. He’s afraid that if things don’t work out, he’ll lose face in front of you. There’s no other reason. Listen to your sister, don’t ask. Wait until he happily tells you, and you can enjoy watching him be smug.”

Fang Xi still didn’t speak, but her eyes began to flicker.

Yu Xia smiled and shook her head, then said, "Little sister, I told you before that men are like children. You have to protect them and pamper them, especially their pride. He didn't tell you, which basically means he cares about his pride in front of you. That's how men are. They may seem successful, but their pride needs to be protected by their women. Just leave it for him."

"A man's pride needs a woman's protection," Fang Xi muttered to herself several times, then her eyes lit up, and she finally understood. "Sister Qin, thank you, I understand. Let him be vain, I'll just pretend I don't know."

"Hehe, that's right." Yu Xia was very happy and chuckled foolishly. She was trying to persuade Little Tiger with her own experience, simply because they both had a man in common, and she hoped that Liu Jing would face less pressure from the outside world and receive different kinds of support and understanding.

After hearing Yu Xia's words, Fang Xi felt completely understood and said gratefully, "Sister Qin, you're so kind, why don't you find someone else? I feel so bad for you!"

"Find...find what? I'm getting old, unlike you, so young." Yu Xia blushed slightly and quickly waved the spatula, changing the subject, "By the way, little sister, have you seen that car? What do you think of it?"

"It's pretty good. Sister Qin, actually you..."

"By the way, can you drive?" Yu Xia interrupted again, not giving the little tiger a chance to speak.

"No." Fang Xi shook her head.

Yu Xia thought for a moment and suddenly said, "Little sister, how about I teach you? Liu Jing is going to Thailand in a few days. I'll secretly teach you to drive, and when he comes back, you can drive to pick him up and give him a surprise. What do you think?"

"But...but I'm clumsy. I don't have a driver's license, will I be able to do it?" This idea was so constructive that Fang Xi's eyes lit up, and she was so excited that she couldn't speak properly.

"That's nothing, I'm here!" Yu Xia was also excited, throwing down the spatula and patting Fang Xi's shoulder. "Don't worry, I guarantee I'll teach you. A driver's license is a piece of cake, I'll get you one later!"

"Then thank you, Sister Qin." Fang Xi said shyly but happily.

"What are you thanking me for? We're like sisters..." Yu Xia patted and hit her repeatedly. She was overjoyed.

"Heh, we're like sisters, aren't we?"

Yu Xia was about to say something when Fang Xi suddenly said, "Sister Qin. Pot!"

"Oh! You were talking!" Yu Xia exclaimed, hurriedly ladling out the vegetables, and Fang Xi quickly handed her a plate. After

the vegetables were ladled out, Yu Xia tilted her head, smiling at her and said, "Sister, to be honest, I don't know why, but I felt an instant connection with you the moment I saw you. Talking to you is so much fun."

"Me too." Fang Xi smiled gently, her face like a blooming flower.

The two women relaxed and cooperated happily as they busied themselves. You chopped, I washed; you patted, I rinsed; the stove fire warmed their beautiful faces, and the range hood hummed merrily. The kitchen was filled with their soft laughter.

Both women were efficient; before dark, a sumptuous meal was laid out on the table, and the three women, along with their child, sat around it. Yu Xia and Fang Xi, with Duo Duo on one side, occupied one side, while Liu Jing sat alone at the other end. It was a somewhat odd seating arrangement, but Liu Jing liked it.

The two women poured each other beer, and Liu Jing poured herself a Sprite; dinner began.

Yu Xia glanced at Liu Jing, then raised her glass to Fang Xi: "Sister, my child and I have been living here for almost a month now. It's rare that you haven't criticized me, and now we're good sisters again. I won't say thank you, but today is our third meeting and our first meal together. Well, I'll use an old saying to wish you both well: may you blossom and bear fruit soon, and may you always have this day."

"Thank you, Sister Qin." Fang Xi glanced shyly and affectionately at her lover, then clinked glasses with Yu Xia, sipping her drink as if savoring an endless cup of sweetness.

Yu Xia winked at Liu Jing and downed her drink in one gulp. Liu Jing smiled and shook his head; that old saying, it seemed, wasn't quite right. Luckily, the little tiger hadn't noticed. Duo

Duo excitedly looked at her mother and aunt, her little hands eagerly reaching for the large fish on the table.

It was a warm and happy dinner, a little strange, but not discordant. The two women chatted and laughed softly. Yu Xia didn't shy away from it, frequently putting food on Liu Jing's plate, while Fang Xi kept putting food on Duo Duo's. Duo Duo ate with great enjoyment, only occasionally letting out a giggle.

At this moment, the evening scenery outside the window was picturesque, the sunset glow filling the sky, with birds occasionally flitting across the twilight. Looking at the two women and the child, Liu Jing's heart was filled with a tender happiness, like blooming flowers, gentle lake water, where a breeze would cause petals of happiness and shallow ripples to dance gracefully.

Liu Jing was overwhelmed with happiness, thinking of many things.

He thought of Yu Xia's blessing: "May your flowers bloom and bear fruit early, may you have many more todays, may you always have this day."

He thought of a few lines from a song: "Spring flowers will bloom, birds will fly freely, a beautiful ending, I will continue to wait." He had a feeling, as if he already possessed this ending, or at least he saw it, because it was right before his eyes.

He also thought of Hai Zi's poem: "Starting tomorrow, I will be a happy person, feeding horses, chopping wood, and traveling the world. Starting tomorrow, I will care about grains and vegetables, I have a house, facing the sea, where spring is warm and flowers bloom."

Hai Zi's poem made Liu Jing's heart light up, and he suddenly thought of a way for the three of them to live together. Although it was only a temporary measure, it could solve the problem to a large extent. His eyes became eager, and he raised his hand and downed a glass of beverage.

The two women noticed his unusual behavior and cast surprised glances at him in unison. Fang Xi asked, "What's making you so happy that you downed a glass by yourself?"

"Nothing, you two chat." Liu Jing smiled faintly, not saying much, it wasn't the right time yet.

Fang Xi snorted disdainfully and looked at Yu Xia triumphantly. She thought her lover was dreaming of getting rich again, so she preserved his pride—the poor man's pride.

Yu Xia glanced at Liu Jing and said to Fang Xi, "By the way, sister, our team is going on vacation. I'd like you to come along. Liu Jing told you, right?"

"Yes," Fang Xi answered readily.

Yu Xia continued, "A new tourist area has opened in the second county. It has mountains, water, and hot springs."

The key is that not many people know about it. We'll bring tents and have a picnic and camping trip on the mountain. We can sleep in tents at night, watch the sea, listen to the waves, and watch the sunrise in the morning. What do you think?

"I'm fine with anything, ask my husband!" Fangxi blushed and glanced at him gently.

The little tiger had learned to respect her man's dignity. She was careful to abide by the rules in everything.

"I'm fine with anything too," Liu Jing said with a smile.

Yuxia was overjoyed and slapped the table, saying, "Then it's settled. We'll set off immediately when Liu Jing returns from Thailand. Come on, sister, let me toast you again!"

The two women drank. Duoduo was eating when her big eyes darted around. Suddenly, she quickly swallowed what was in her mouth, as if she wanted to say something. Liu Jing felt something was amiss and, just in case, quickly stuffed a shrimp she had just peeled into her mouth.

"Ugh!" "Duo Duo had barely opened her mouth when it was stuffed full of shrimp.

The two women finished their drinks and poured each other more wine, neither of them paying much attention.

Children are impatient; it's a big deal if they don't get to say what they want to say. Duo Duo chewed very hard, clearly wanting to finish quickly and speak. Liu Jing secretly groaned, quickly peeling a shrimp to prepare, watching nervously, ready to use the same trick again if things got dangerous.

Duo Duo finally finished eating and took a breath. Sure enough, she was about to speak again, but before she could open her mouth, she saw her father offering her another shrimp.

'Daddy, I don't want to…' Duo Duo quickly turned her head, leaning back forcefully: 'Duo Duo, have another one!' Liu Jing, without further ado, forced it into her mouth.

'Ah! Ugh.' Finally, it was stuffed into her mouth, and Duo Duo, extremely unwilling, could only continue chewing.

The two women noticed. Yu Xia glanced at Liu Jing, realizing something, and her emotions immediately became tense. Fang Xi frowned and said loudly, 'Liu Jing, what are you doing? Is this how you feed a child? What if Duo Duo chokes?'"

Liu Jing groaned, gave an awkward laugh, and looked to Yu Xia for help.

Duo Duo was almost finished eating; feeding her any more was impossible. "

It's alright, it's alright, she won't," Yu Xia said calmly, patting Duo Duo's back. The child hadn't choked yet.

"Look!" Fang Xi glared at her husband, stood up angrily, and said, "Sister Qin, where's the water? I'll go get it

." "Oh, there's some in the room," Yu Xia said casually. Actually, there were drinks on the table and water in the living room.

Fang Xi gave Liu Jing a disgruntled look and turned to go into the room.

The two stared intently at Fang Xi's retreating figure until she disappeared into the room. Just then, Duo Duo finished eating. Liu Jing quickly moved closer to Duo Duo and said, "Shh! Duo Duo, keep your voice down. Tell Daddy what you want to say?" "

The atmosphere is so mysterious," Duoduo thought, finding it quite amusing. She opened her big eyes and whispered, "Daddy, Mommy calls you 'husband,' so why does Auntie call you 'husband' too?"

Sure enough! The two of them secretly breathed a sigh of relief.

But how should they answer? Yuxia stuck out her tongue and shook her head, indicating she couldn't think of anything. Liu Jing's brain cells worked at high speed, and he quickly came up with a brilliant idea: "Because Daddy's name is 'husband.' Duoduo, remember, don't ask again!"

Yuxia covered her mouth and smiled, and Duoduo nodded blankly.

"Click!" The door inside opened, and Fangxi came out with a water glass. Liu Jing quickly sat down, and Yuxia also adjusted her expression.

"Hmph!" The little tiger glared at him and then fed Duo Duo water.

The two of them sat nervously to the side, sweating profusely. Children are impatient and will inevitably ask the same questions repeatedly, but Yu Xia was prepared. After Duo Duo finished drinking the water, she picked him up and put him to watch TV.

Duo Duo drank a few sips of water, panting as she looked at the three adults. Fang Xi gently patted her back and asked with a smile, "Duo Duo, are you done? Do you want more?"

"No, I don't want any more," Duo Duo replied, looking eagerly at her mother.

Yu Xia was startled and was about to take the child away, but Duo Duo hesitated for a long time before quickly asking, "Mommy, what's your name?"

"Oh, Mommy's name is Mommy." Yu Xia panicked and unconsciously glanced at Liu Jing.

Liu Jing was incredibly nervous, his expression blank, his heart pounding. The situation was completely out of control; he was helpless and could only pray that Duo Duo would be obedient and save them from disaster.

At that moment, Duo Duo, like a superior being, turned her head with innocent and curious eyes and asked, "Auntie, what's your name?"

Fang Xi looked at the two of them and giggled, "Mommy is called Mommy, and Auntie is called Auntie."

"I know!" Duo Duo said proudly, "Mommy's name is Mommy, Auntie's name is Auntie, and Daddy's name is Husband!"

"Pfft!" Yu Xia's resolve relaxed, and she couldn't help but burst into laughter. Liu Jing let out a long breath, chuckling foolishly, but inwardly he was filled with emotion. Duo Duo was so well-behaved; they say children without fathers mature early, and that's absolutely true.

Fang Xi's pretty face flushed red, and she paced nervously in her seat, because she was the only one who had accidentally called him "husband."

Afterward, Duo Duo was taken to watch TV, and the three continued their dinner, the two women regaining their cheerfulness. A family comedy, a false alarm of infidelity, passed by warmly, like petals of happiness and gentle ripples. A light dance.

Now Duo Duo had nothing more to say. Happiness began tonight, Liu Jing thought with anticipation, facing the two women.

Chapter Ninety-Six: The Qualifications for Love

. The lamplight was soft, the air flowing gently like a babbling brook. Duo Duo watched TV in the living room, content. After dinner, the three of them chatted over tea in the dining room.

Yu Xia and Fang Xi spoke softly and gently, their conversation tranquil and pleasant. Except when they needed to ask something, they rarely paid attention to Liu Jing, not because they forgot his existence, but because they knew he was always there.

Liu Jing listened quietly, unburdened. She answered subtly at times, and occasionally refilled their tea. The atmosphere among the three was like fragrant green tea, strong yet not overpowering, simple yet enduring.

This evening's meeting was filled with happy moments; some unspoken things could be glimpsed from the beginning to the future.

Good times always pass quickly, and the three chatted until night fell, stars filling the window. Yu Xia put the child to sleep, and Liu Jing took the little tiger home.

It was a moonless night; the starlight illuminated the sky brilliantly, the night sky clear and transparent, as if one could see right through it. Seeing through it all, yet unaware of what lies beyond, just like the complexities of the human heart, only happiness can truly shine through.

Liu Jing drove, his headlights illuminating the road ahead, a string of lights flowing outside. Fang Xi sat beside her lover, gazing at the continuous sea of lights outside the window, a tender expression on her face, a gentle happiness in her heart. This night, she didn't have many reasons to be happy, but she was happy nonetheless.

Seemingly moved by the beautiful scenery before her, Fang Xi turned her head and said, "Honey, I don't want to go home. Just

drive around wherever you like." "Okay, whatever you like," Liu Jing replied with a smile, his eyes filled with tenderness.

Fang Xi clasped her hands together between her legs, tilting her head to look at him, saying, "You really care about me that much? You'll agree to anything I like?"

"Is that even a question?" Liu Jing said readily, but somewhat puzzled, not understanding why his little tiger had suddenly asked such a question.

Fang Xi lowered her head to think for a moment, then quickly looked up again, a hint of shyness on her face: "Liu Jing, let's get married?"

Liu Jing was taken aback, then smiled and said, "Is this your way of proposing to me?" "

Go away! I'm being serious!" Fang Xi blushed and scolded him, but her expression was very earnest.

"Okay." Liu Jing readily agreed; this was a matter he couldn't hesitate about.

"But I haven't met your parents yet?" Fang Xi looked pitiful and somewhat listless.

"So you know you haven't met my parents?" Liu Jing chuckled, then gave a wry smile. "Fangxi, I just ran out of money, and you're getting married? Shouldn't we wait a while?"

Fangxi giggled, giving him a sly look. "Didn't you say you'd be rich soon?"

"That's true," Liu Jing nodded. He countered, "Why do you suddenly want to get married?"

Fangxi tucked a strand of hair behind her ear. Looking up, she said, "I think marriage is great. A home, a child, and we can be together every day." Fangxi turned back,

her bright eyes shining with pure happiness.

It turned out that the little tiger was caught up in the atmosphere tonight, which was why he proposed marriage. Liu Jing, still feeling the afterglow, said gently, "Don't you think we haven't known each other long enough?"

"Didn't you say the length of time doesn't matter?" Fang Xi smiled mischievously, tilting her head, "My mom said that as long as you're happy, do whatever you want. I want to get married now."

"When do you want to get married?"

"I was just saying, how can it be so soon?" Fang Xi sighed softly, pouting, "My mom is leaving soon, and I haven't met your parents yet. I have to meet them first. When my mom comes back, we can sit down and discuss it together."

This was the basic procedure before marriage. The little tiger hadn't lost his mind yet. Liu Jing nodded, thinking of the expedient plan of having the three of them live together: "Fang Xi, don't rush, I have an idea and I'd like to ask for your opinion?"

"What idea?" Fang Xi asked, her eyes sparkling.

Liu Jing said, "I'm an only child. If we get married, we also have to consider my parents; we'll have to bring them over sooner or later. Both my house and yours are two-bedroom apartments, which aren't enough. I'm thinking of getting a bigger one first."

"That's easy! Just sell both houses and buy a bigger one."

"No need. Houses are assets too; renting is more profitable than selling." Liu Jing chuckled. "Didn't I tell you I'd be rich soon? I'll earn the money for the new house."

"Come on! A big house costs at least six or seven hundred thousand. How much can you earn?" Fang Xi scoffed. She believed Liu Jing could make a small fortune in the short term, but she absolutely didn't believe he could earn enough for a big house.

Liu Jing laughed, "If others can't, why can't I? Have you forgotten my classmate?"

"You mean Lu Qiuyang?" Fang Xi's eyes lit up.

"Yes." The car reached the Second Ring Road, and Liu Jing made a turn. “His land has been approved, it’s basically done. Once he finishes building, I’ll just buy two apartments at cost price.”

“Oh.” Fangxi nodded, then asked, puzzled, “Why two?”

The car lights outside shone on the little tiger’s innocent eyes. Liu Jing looked at him and said, “Yuxia also wants to buy a house, and I want to get one for her. After all, I’m Duoduo’s father now. If she really doesn’t look for another one, our two families can be neighbors and help each other out. What do you think?”

“Why not? I’ve already let you live together. How can you refuse to be neighbors? Besides, Sister Qin lent you so much money, you should help her out.” Fangxi was a little jealous, but she still readily agreed.

“Hey, Fangxi, you’re so kind.” Liu Jing was thrilled. His idea was to get two adjacent houses, so that if necessary, he could just smash a door in the wall.

"What are you so smug about?" The little tiger glanced at him, finally bursting with jealousy. "I'm warning you, Sister Qin is so mature and beautiful, and... she dresses so provocatively. If you dare to make a move on her, I'll kill you!"

Liu Jing laughed, neither agreeing nor disagreeing, and sped off into the brightly lit road ahead.

Today was definitely a good day; the three of them had their first harmonious gathering, and their future had taken a big step forward. Life is full of surprises, but it can be looked forward to; life is unpredictable, but it can be gradually taken control of.

The next morning, Liu Jing drove, first dropping Duo Duo off at kindergarten, then Yu Xia off at work, before heading to his own company. With a car now, the woman's demands were different.

Many employees at Dongxing Company owned cars. Liu Jing parked his car and carefully scanned it. Apart from a few Audis worth over 600,000 yuan, his Renault was the most expensive, of course, at its original price. He sighed for a moment, quite pleased with himself, and went into the building.

After pressing his fingerprint, Liu Jing sat in his office for a while as usual, and seeing nothing special, he left with his small bag.

As Liu Jing exited the company gate, he bumped into Li Desheng's Santana. He nodded and honked his horn as a greeting, then drove off. It wasn't that he didn't want to stop, nor was there any need to; he just felt awkward. His face burned.

Li Desheng rubbed his eyes in disbelief, grumbling, "That little bastard was flirting with a policewoman yesterday, and today he's driving a nice car! These days, heaven is blind; there's no justice!"

Liu Jing had visited two old clients without much success, chatted idly for a while, and then headed to the electronics market. He'd already tasted success. This month's small orders were equivalent to two telephone exchanges, and he wasn't discouraged at all.

His phone rang on the road; it was Guo Guo. He pulled over.

"Guo Guo, what's up?"

"Good news." Guo Guo's voice was full of laughter.

"What good news?" Liu Jing's heart lit up; it must be news about the money in the chain.

Guo Guo pressed his ear to the phone. "Liu Jing," she said eagerly, "we haven't seen each other for days. Let's talk when we meet. I have something for you. I'll be waiting for you at the Typhoon Shelter restaurant on XX Road." "Okay, I'll be right there," Liu Jing agreed, feeling a pang of emotion.

A few days apart wasn't a long time; they often only saw each other once every few months. Guo Guo never deliberately sought excuses to meet; she always waited for a suitable opportunity before happily coming.

He thought of what Guo Guo had said: "A blessing in three lifetimes, a predestined marriage." He couldn't say whether he believed it or not, but he knew it was unpredictable and currently beyond his control. Yet Guo Guo firmly believed in it, not only waiting for fate to strike but also waiting for their predestined marriage in this lifetime.

This Guo Guo, he couldn't persuade her, what should he do?

With a great deal of helplessness and sadness, Liu Jing arrived at the Typhoon Shelter restaurant and went straight to the second floor.

There was no reason, and no need to think too much; he felt she should be on the second floor.

It was clearly not a typical morning for tea, and the teahouse was unusually empty. He had just stepped off the stairs when he saw Guo Guo sitting by the window, tending a pot of tea.

Liu Jing nodded and walked over, somewhat surprised. Since their last meeting, Guo Guo had once again shown signs of change. Her glasses were the same, but her short hair had grown a little longer and was now tied in a small braid – a first for him. And her arms, especially her arms, were also striking. Guo Guo was wearing a sleeveless dress, and her bare right elbow was adorned with several shimmering sequins that sparkled in the sunlight streaming through the window. Luckily, it was a teahouse; in a bar, it would have been incredibly alluring.

"Haven't seen you in a few days, you've become a chameleon?" Liu Jing chuckled, preparing to sit opposite her.

"Sit here," Guo Guo smiled sweetly, getting up and pulling him back.

"Hey, what are you doing?" Liu Jing ignored her, pulling away and sitting down.

Guo Guo glared at him angrily, grabbing her small bag and squeezing next to him. Liu Jing chuckled wryly, "Aren't you done yet? Aren't you hot in the middle of summer?"

"I want to sit with you," Guo Guo ignored him and even grabbed his arm.

Liu Jing sighed and scooted closer. Guo Guo moved in, looked down at herself, and asked with a smile, "Liu Jing, do you think I look pretty today?"

"No, I get a headache just looking at you," Liu Jing said sternly.

"Come on," Guo Guo pushed up her glasses, tilting her head back, "You're surrounded by women right now, and I'm not bothering you, how could I get a headache?"

Liu Jing didn't answer, sighed, moved Guo Guo's teacup to hers, poured himself a cup, and then said, "Where's your good news? Aren't you going to tell me?"

Guo Guo pouted and took out two contracts and a bank card from her bag: "Brother Lin sold all the chain locks for you. Here are the contracts. The couple's chain lock sold for 300,000, and the single one sold for 250,000. He gave me two checks, which I've deposited into this card for you. Take a look." "

Sold for so much?" Liu Jing was overjoyed. He thought it would only sell for around 300,000, but it turned out to be 550,000. He glanced at it briefly. Lin Weidong had sold the chain locks to two large lock factories in the city, signing full-service contracts and settling the accounts directly. The power of authority is indeed invincible.

Guo Guo was still unhappy, her little face tense as she ignored him. Liu Jing nudged her and turned to her, saying, "Guo Guo, thank you."

"Why thank me? I didn't help you." Guo Guo said sullenly.

"Don't say that. If it weren't for you, why would Brother Lin have helped me?" Liu Jing was grateful, but his feelings were more complicated. Lin Weidong didn't help Guo Guo because he was her classmate; he only helped him because he assumed he was her boyfriend.

"Forget it, you've never asked me for help before, even Qiu Yang asked me for help," Guo Guo said, her mood improving slightly, but then she became aggrieved again.

Liu Jing didn't speak, but a dull ache returned to his heart. Doing business was difficult, and he had never asked Guo Guo for help. The chain lock was the only time, and Lin Weidong had gotten there first. It wasn't that he didn't want to; it was that he subconsciously avoided it. He had loved literature and history since childhood, heavily influenced by the pedantry of old-fashioned scholars, and had an instinctive avoidance of the powerful and wealthy—to put it bluntly, he was feigning superiority. This wasn't necessarily wrong, but it blinded him to his emotions, directly hurting Guo Guo.

Guo Guo glanced at him, feeling a pang of pity, and smiled, "Liu Jing, I was just venting, don't take it to heart. I don't want you to be unhappy."

"No, not at all," Liu Jing smiled and looked at her, "Actually, I do have something I need your help with."

"What is it?" Guo Guo immediately perked up, pushed up her glasses, and looked at him happily.

Liu Jing thought for a moment, then said very seriously, "We recently had a business deal with Thailand, and I'm in charge of some things. It's a small matter. The Thai company is called Longsen Mining Company. I can't remember the English name, but it shouldn't be hard to find. Could you use your connections at the Science and Technology Information Bureau to help me check the company's strength, mainly its equipment and mineral reserves? Once you've found out, call me."

Liu Jing spoke very seriously, and Guo Guo was taken aback, "You're a salesman, why do you need to know these things?"

"Actually, it's nothing." Liu Jing waved his hand and picked up his teacup. "We're going to acquire this company, and I'm in charge of the technical aspects, but I don't understand these things. So I'm asking you to help me check, so it'll save me some trouble."

"I see." Guo Guo didn't ask any more questions, but stared at him and said, "Liu Jing, actually, being a salesman in your kind of company is so much better. You get commissions for every sale, and it's all clearly stipulated. It's free and easy, with no risks. Isn't that much better than selling chains and doing technical work? How about... I help you find more business in the future?"

“Okay, if you have any, introduce them to me.” Liu Jing replied casually, glancing at her unconsciously. She really is the governor's daughter; her tone is so arrogant. She didn't even care about selling a chain for 550,000 yuan; she's really corrupt.

“Are you sure?” Guo Guo was excited, grabbing his arm. “Then tell me, what's the most valuable thing in your company? I'll help you find someone to buy it.”

“How can you help like this?” Liu Jing pulled his arm back, laughing and crying at the same time. “We're friends, but I'm still a man. Helping like this makes me feel like I have no dignity!”

“Come on, that's just sweet talk.” Guo Guo leaned out the window, annoyed. “Then why are you driving someone else's car?”

“You saw it?” Liu Jing asked curiously.

“Do I need to see it? I already guessed!” Guo Guo said sourly. “It must have been that woman surnamed Qin who helped you.” This girl used to call herself Captain Qin, but now she's called a woman surnamed Qin; her jealousy is indeed not to be underestimated.

Liu Jing didn't answer, but lowered his head to take a sip of tea, looking at her with a touch of sadness: "Guo Guo, don't be silly, get a boyfriend."

Guo Guo chuckled to herself, looking up into his eyes: "Do you think I still have the right to love?"

"What kind of talk is that?" Liu Jing found the words strange, and paused for a moment before saying, "People are free, and you're not married, how can you say you don't have the right?"

Guo Guo blinked, looked at him, and then said, "I... I only like you, my heart is full of you, I'm not looking for someone to live with, even if I'm with someone else, what if he loves me but I don't love him? Do you think that's fair to the other person?"

"You haven't even tried, how do you know it's unfair?" Liu Jing spread his hands, saying anxiously, "People have feelings, you haven't opened your heart, haven't tried, how can you be sure you won't fall in love with someone else?"

Guo Guo didn't speak, staring at him for a while before picking up the cold tea in front of her.

Liu Jing picked up the teapot to refill her water, and Guo Guo silently took it. Liu Jing put down the teapot and said again, "Guo Guo, listen to me, you can't be too superstitious about fate. You're young and beautiful, with a good career and family background. Just open your heart, and I believe you'll be happy."

Guo Guo rolled her eyes and said resentfully, "I wish I had been born into an ordinary family, so you wouldn't avoid me."

Liu Jing was speechless for a moment, his gaze towards her filled with helplessness. His avoidance of Guo Guo was just an unconscious action; he hadn't expected her to understand him so well, to see things so clearly.

Guo Guo took a sip of tea in silence and then said to him, "Liu Jing, I've liked you for over four years. Although we haven't spent much time together, I've always been happy. You've always been good to me. Before, I wasn't sure if you liked me, but I was never worried at all. I never thought you would like someone else. Actually, I just didn't want to put pressure on you. It wasn't until you got together with Qi Yu that I got anxious, but you two broke up quickly. So I've come to terms with it, and I believe in fate now. I believe you and your girlfriend will break up again."

Liu Jing was speechless. This is what she calls coming to terms with it?

Guo Guo glanced at him, her face expressionless, and said, "You don't need to worry about me. If you two really didn't break up, I'll try to like someone else. I won't be alone forever. Don't try to persuade me anymore; it hurts me to hear it."

"Fine, I won't try to persuade you then. I really can't do anything with you." Liu Jing sighed and downed his tea in one gulp.

Guo Guo's emotions calmed down a bit, and she tilted her head, scolding him, "Serves you right! Who told you to like me?

I'll make you suffer, and you'll feel heartache every time you think of me for the rest of your life!"

Liu Jing looked at the playful dimples she had formed, shook his head, and stood up. "Alright, it's time to go."

"It's only been an hour!" Guo Guo checked the time and said indignantly.

Liu Jing packed his things and affectionately stroked her head. "Guo Guo, I'm sorry, I owe you so much."

"You're so annoying!" Guo Guo finally couldn't bear it anymore, stood up unsteadily, and slung her small bag over her shoulder.

Chapter Ninety-Seven: Hunting Tigers Tonight

The sun shone brightly, the clouds were light and the breeze gentle—it was a beautiful day. Yet, looking at the people around him, Liu Jing felt a sense of the fleeting nature

of time and the ephemeral nature of human relationships. Guo Guo's heartfelt recollections had deeply moved him. Years had passed; those days were so light and carefree, the warmth of holding hands as pure as the Tibetan sky and snowmelt. But the two had forgotten the most important choice, and so life began, and so did the days. Holding hands for so long, they had forgotten what they held onto, yet it remained stubbornly lingering between their hearts.

From the past to the present, the scenery and time had all vanished, only the feelings remained, a testament to the vicissitudes of life.

"If I had known you drove, I wouldn't have ridden my electric scooter. I asked you to pick me up, but you've never done it," Guo Guo said, leaning on his electric scooter, looking at his car, a bitter and fierce expression on his face.

Liu Jing smiled and looked at her, saying, "Actually... I prefer riding on your electric scooter."

Guo Guo felt a touch of tenderness, hesitated for a moment, and looked down at him, saying, "Liu Jing, tell me the truth, how far have things progressed with her? Have you done 'that'?"

"This..." Liu Jing was dizzy, knowing she was asking about Yu Xia. "Aren't you asking too many questions?"

"What do you know? Don't talk nonsense!" Liu Jing was about to collapse. This girl used to be so shy, but now she says everything without batting an eye.

Guo Guo gritted her teeth, her eyes full of resentment, her glasses almost burning. Liu Jing sighed inwardly and patted her shoulder: "Get in the car, remember to check that Thai company for me."

"It's no use pretending, I know you too well. Only your girlfriend is so naive, you can fool her but not me!" Guo Guo turned away and angrily got into the car.

"Are you serious?" Liu Jing was both amused and exasperated by Guo Guo's anger.

"Alright, alright, don't be angry anymore. Consider it my fault. I'll pick you up next time we meet."

Guo Guo seemed much better, glancing at him and saying, "Liu Jing, I'm not your girlfriend now, so I can ignore you, but don't forget. As soon as you break up with your girlfriend, I'll be your girlfriend. At that time, you must cut ties with that woman surnamed Qin!"

"We'll talk about that another day." Liu Jing smiled wryly and patted her lightly. "Be careful while riding."

Guo Guo snorted angrily, and the electric scooter slowly started moving.

Looking at her pert pigtails and the fluttering hem of her skirt, Liu Jing called out again, "Guo Guo, you look pretty today, I admit it!"

"Flattering me won't help, you bad man!" Guo Guo glared back, pushed up her glasses, and strutted off.

In the morning sunlight, Guo Guo's bright figure disappeared into the distance, and Liu Jing withdrew his gaze. He turned and got on his scooter.

Liu Jing drove, the summer breeze blowing through his hair, looking at the pedestrians and shops on both sides, his heart still pounding. Meeting Guo Guo brought a touch of complexity and heaviness, but the familiar feelings remained, and that carefree joy was still irreplaceable. He didn't think about Guo Guo much usually, but every time they met, he couldn't help but like her, truly like her.

Last night, Fang Xi said she wanted to marry him; today, Guo Guo said she would wait for him to break up. In just one night, two girls had impacted him in different ways. Many modern men fear marriage, but Liu Jing wasn't; in fact, he looked forward to it. Whenever he thought of ancient grooms, riding tall horses, wearing big red flowers on their chests, looking as proud as if they had passed the imperial examination, he found it quite amusing. But now, he couldn't quite describe his feelings. It wasn't that he didn't look forward to it, but he was afraid of hurting Guo Guo.

"What's so great about marriage? Ancient people were just as pretentious as people now!" Liu Jing cursed inexplicably.

After cursing the ancient grooms, Liu Jing felt much better, after all, he had a bank card with 550,000 yuan on him. Anyone would be thrilled to have 550,000 yuan in their pocket, especially since it was his first pot of gold, earned through his intelligence and shrewdness.

"Hello, Yuxia?" Liu Jing didn't even stop his car before eagerly dialing Yuxia's number.

"Honey, what's up?" The phone was very noisy; Yuxia seemed to be outside.

Liu Jing said happily, "I got the money! A total of 550,000 yuan! We can start working on our auto repair shop now!"

"Hehe, really? That's quite a lot." Yuxia couldn't help but laugh at her husband's childlike innocence. She then explained, "Don't rush me. I've already started, but finding a location is difficult. We need to invest a million yuan, so we need at least 50 square meters of shop space, and the location is crucial. If the location is too remote, it will affect 30% of our income, so we can't rush it."

"I know, I just wanted to let you know." Liu Jing understood all of this. "What are you doing? It sounds quite noisy around here?"

"There's a traffic jam here, I'm busy directing traffic."

Yuxia's voice was always so proud when she talked about work.

Liu Jing smiled. "Then you can continue directing traffic. I have nothing else to do."

Yu Xia chuckled. "Do you want to come over and see how your wife directs traffic?"

"I don't want to trouble you, so I'll pass."

"You little rascal!" Yu Xia cursed and hung up.

Liu Jing put away his phone and drove to the electronics market. Another problem surfaced in his mind.

With 550,000 yuan in hand, the auto repair shop was officially on the agenda. But money in Dongxing was too easy to earn. He really didn't want to give up this state-owned enterprise job. But if it really opened, who would manage it? Getting Xiao Laohu to resign was one solution, but the auto repair shop was hard work all day long, and he couldn't bear to give it up. Besides, the Municipal Youth League Committee was a formal civil servant position. Although the salary was a bit lower, he wouldn't resign, so why should Xiao Laohu?

With the electronics market approaching, Liu Jing temporarily gave up and started thinking about what parts to sell.

With a poorly located auto repair shop and a suitable person to oversee it, Yu Xia and Liu Jing were both preoccupied with their family's future. Several days passed with little progress, and Liu Jing's business trip to Thailand was fast approaching.

In the past few days, Deputy General Manager Lu of the Finance Department had held two meetings for those going abroad. That day, General Manager Zhao personally convened all the personnel, solemnly explaining all the negotiation details and announcing their departure the following day, requiring everyone to prepare.

After the meeting, Liu Jing, having escaped the excited Xu Yan, called Yu Xia to inform her of his departure. Although it was only a short separation, he now had two women, and since he was going away, he wanted to spend some time with Xiao Laohu. He longed to bring both women together, just like that night, but couldn't find a suitable reason.

Back in his office, Liu Jing was called in by Deng Jihong for further instructions. After resting briefly, he prepared to call Xiao Laohu and then go find her, but his phone rang first. It was Xiao Laohu.

"Where are you?" Fang Xi's voice was cold, almost angry.

"I'm at the company, I was just about to..."

"Come out in five minutes, I'll be right there."

"Oh, okay, you..." Liu Jing was about to ask what was wrong when the call ended.

This little tiger, is he on drugs? Liu Jing looked at his phone and shook his head in confusion. He didn't pay much attention, drank some water, sat idly for a while, and seeing that it was almost time, said goodbye to his colleagues, grabbed his bag, and went out.

The weather was slightly overcast that day, the sun listlessly shining, the sky a hazy gray, a light breeze blowing, quite refreshing. Liu Jing stood energetically by the roadside, his shirt fluttering in the wind. He didn't know how the little tiger was coming, so he didn't get his bike yet.

Soon, the little tiger arrived on his electric bike, his eyes cold, his face radiating chill, his expression more gloomy than the weather. Liu Jing greeted him in surprise, looking him over and asking, "Fang Xi, who bullied you? Why are you so angry?"

"Get on the bike!" Fang Xi shook her head at him and said coldly.

"What's wrong?" Liu Jing asked again.

"Get on!" Fang Xi repeated, emphasizing her words. "

Fine, then," Liu Jing thought helplessly, putting his arm around her waist and sitting in the back. Fang Xi twisted her right hand, and the electric scooter sped off. Liu Jing jumped in surprise, quickly holding on tighter, and leaned over to ask, "Fang Xi, where are you taking me?"

"Don't talk!"

"Why aren't you talking? What's wrong?"

"You'll find out soon enough," Fang Xi said expressionlessly.

Liu Jing was still confused and tentatively asked, "Did I offend you?"

"Hmph!"

Well, his warm greeting was met with a cold shoulder! Liu Jing had no choice but to remain silent; fortunately, he was always a patient person.

A light breeze blew, the electric scooter whizzed by, and the little tiger's gaze remained resolute in the wind. Soon, Fang Xi stopped in front of the Friendship Shopping Mall. Liu Jing was completely bewildered. He got off the bike and looked around, asking, "Why did you bring me here? Are you going to buy something?"

Fang Xi still didn't speak. She locked the electric bike, glanced at him sideways, and went straight inside. Her little skirt swayed back and forth behind her, her little bottom sticking up high. Liu Jing shook his head, admiring the little tiger's figure as he followed.

On the second floor of the mall, in the hardware department, Liu Jing finally understood, and was dumbfounded. He had to admire the speed of modern commerce; in just a few days, the "Love Chain Lock" had hit the market, and both lock factories had rented special counters for extensive advertising. The dazzling array of chain locks was overwhelming, and customers flocked to them. More importantly, the lock factory technicians had made quite effective modifications; any one of them was more beautiful than his. How could Little Tiger not be furious?

The mall was bustling with people, noisy and lively. Fang Xi stood to the side, her eyes cold, staring at him without saying a word, like a statue, or a still tree.

Liu Jing turned around with a wry smile, looking at her and saying, "Fangxi, don't be angry, let me explain."

"Explain what? The things are right there, what else is there to explain?"

Little Tiger's eyes were deep, filled with disappointment and resentment. "What did you promise me? Have you forgotten? Or did you not care at all? You kept saying you wanted to get rich, is this how you get rich through betrayal?"

"How can this be called betrayal? Wasn't I thinking about our future?"

Liu Jing had a headache at the time, but she knew she couldn't blame Little Tiger. She was already angry, and besides, she had misunderstood.

"How can this not be betrayal? Isn't this a betrayal of feelings?" Fang Xi pointed angrily, "What did you say back then? That you wouldn't sell me even if all the money in the world were added together? And now? Look at yourself! This is..."

"Keep your voice down!" Surrounded by people, Liu Jing quickly stopped her, pulling her hand, "Fang Xi, calm down. Let's go outside first, and I'll talk to you slowly."

"I have nothing to say to you." Fang Xi's eyes were filled with resentment and jealousy. "Since you like money so much, go find your provincial governor classmate. She can give you money. I'm nothing to you, I'm none of your business." With that, she stormed downstairs.

Why did this involve Guo Guo? Liu Jing was speechless and quickly caught up with her, saying, "Fang Xi, is it really necessary to make such a fuss over something like this?"

"How can it not be necessary?" Fang Xi bit her lip, looked up at him, and said, "When have you ever respected me? How many times have you lied to me, kept things from me, and never discussed things with me? Am I your girlfriend? What do you take me for?"

Girls tend to bring up past grievances, especially when they're angry or have argued. Little Tiger was no exception.

Liu Jing patiently said, "Fangxi, I know girls value firsts, like the first date, the first gift, but are these formalities really that important?

Life is real. I'm a man, and it's my responsibility to consider our future. I sold the chain behind your back because I respected our relationship. Think about it, which is more important, a chain or our future? Letting go of a business opportunity that's within your grasp—isn't that stupid?" Fangxi paused

, then nodded woodenly a few times: "Fine. I'm stupid. Go find someone who isn't stupid."

"I..." Liu Jing was about to faint. "I didn't mean that!"

Fangxi glared at him and quickly left.

This little tiger. Usually so reasonable, what happened? Liu Jing shook his head and chased after her. Fangxi was riding her electric scooter when Liu Jing grabbed her.

"Let go of me!" Fangxi flung him away.

"Five hundred and fifty thousand! Five hundred and fifty thousand!" Liu Jing stared intently at her, waving his hand back and forth in front of her. Since reasoning wouldn't work, why not just throw money at it?

Sure enough, the little tiger's eyes and mouth widened simultaneously. After a long pause, he swallowed hard and said, "Five...five hundred and fifty thousand? If you like it, marry it while holding it, anyway, we're finished!" He then pushed the car away.

Damn, even money doesn't work! Liu Jing rushed forward to block him: "Fang Xi, wait a minute!"

"What else do you want?" the little tiger said angrily.

Liu Jing took a deep breath, looked into her eyes, and said, "Fang Xi. Since you say so, fine, I'll prove it to you."

"How will you prove it?" Fang Xi asked, looking up.

Liu Jing smiled. "Come home with me first, and I'll prove it to you."

"Don't even try!" Fang Xi's pretty face flushed red, and she dodged warily. "Stop with your dirty thoughts, I won't fall for your tricks!"

Liu Jing was taken aback, then chuckled. "What are you thinking! Is that how you see me?"

"What do you think?"

Liu Jing sighed. "Fang Xi, don't overthink it. I'm not lying to you, I'll really prove it to you."

"You haven't even lied to me, you've already..."

"Alright, alright, let's go. You'll understand when we get home." The little tiger's temper had subsided considerably, and Liu Jing didn't say anything more, simply sitting in the back.

Fang Xi glared at him, finally getting on the bike, her waist tightening around Liu Jing's from behind.

The two set off again, the electric bike humming along. She came to confront him, but was instead being led by the nose. Fang Xi hung her head, the wind making her feel so wronged, just like when she was first harassed, clearly angry but unable to muster any strength. "You shameless scoundrel, you awful jerk," she cursed.

Liu Jing embraced her waist, peeked inside, and pressed close, saying, "Fangxi, what will you do if I really can't prove it?"

"Of course I'll kick you to the curb!" the little tiger said fiercely.

"You really want to?" Liu Jing's hand darted up and pinched her breast.

"Ah! You..." Fangxi cried out, blushing and falling silent.

Liu Jing smiled and said softly, "Fangxi, I'm sorry, I really can't bear to lose you.

In the future, even if you're angry, don't say things like 'it's over' or 'break up,' it's very hurtful."

Fangxi blushed slightly, but stubbornly said, "We'll talk about that when you can prove it!"

"No problem. We have time today, after you prove it, you'll compensate me with yourself." Liu Jing's hand moved, slipping under her short-sleeved shirt and caressing her smooth skin.

"Hey, take your hand out!" Fangxi panicked, the bike suddenly jerking. "Ugh, I'm riding my bike!"

Liu Jing reluctantly took it out, grinning, "It's a deal then, after you prove it, you have to let me eat it."

Fangxi was both embarrassed and ashamed, and couldn't help but laugh, a mix of smugness and helplessness. The sky had cleared up sometime during the day, and the sun was making her feel very hot. She had been looking forward to that moment for a long time, but why was it like this now?

The two quickly reached the bottom of the stairs. Fangxi locked her bike and was awkwardly pulled upstairs by her lover.

The chain lock wasn't a big deal, but girls love these things, and if she couldn't prove it, she would feel uneasy. Liu Jing didn't act recklessly; he carefully led the little tiger into the room, took out the bank card, and sat down at the computer.

"Fangxi, 550,000 yuan is in this card. I'll prove it to you now,"

Liu Jing said calmly, looking at her.

"Okay, I'll wait and see how you prove it," the little tiger pouted, doubtful but very serious. Liu Jing sold the chain lock; Fang Xi understood, but she was still upset, desperately wanting to feel her lover's affection.

Liu Jing smiled, turned on the computer, connected to the internet, and found UNICEF. The webpage opened, surprisingly in Chinese. Liu Jing glanced at the little tiger, her finger twitching as she lightly clicked the online donation button.

Fang Xi understood, rolled her eyes, and deliberately remained expressionless. "He's

even pretending," Liu Jing thought dismissively, turning back. "Damn, why is the donation page in English?" Liu Jing's English was passable, at a level six, but it still took her a lot of effort to figure out how to donate online. "

This fool, is he really going to donate the money?" Fang Xi stood to the side, watching intently, her heart pounding. She knew her lover was as stingy as she was, probably just trying to scare her, but she was still worried.

Everything was ready. Liu Jing turned around again, and Fang Xi pretended not to care.

Liu Jing had no choice but to turn back and, with a pounding heart, entered the account number and money. He had never intended to donate, nor did he know how, but seeing the two "5s" followed by a long string of "0s" still made him incredibly nervous. What a coward!

"Fang Xi, do I need to prove it?" Liu Jing asked, his hand hovering, feigning composure.

"Prove it, I'm waiting," Fang Xi said, glancing at him.

"Have you thought this through? Five hundred and fifty thousand! Just one keystroke and it's all gone?"

Liu Jing said, his eyes narrowed, his tone threatening.

"Good, it proves you love me," Fang Xi said, tilting her head back.

"I'm really going to key it, don't regret it!"

"Why so much nonsense? You're not going to regret it, are you?" Fang Xi scoffed, looking at him dismissively. "If you're reluctant, no problem, I'll key it for you."

"Fine, then key it," Liu Jing said without a second thought, handing over the computer.

"You..." Fang Xi's pretty face flushed red with embarrassment. She spat at him, "You're the one who wants to prove it, not me! Why should I help you knock?"

She wouldn't dare! Liu Jing chuckled inwardly, casually sitting down, raising his wrist high, and turning back triumphantly: "Fang Xi, listen carefully. I'll count to three, and then I'll knock. If you want to stop me, you'd better hurry."

"You're quick to agree, aren't you? If you don't prove it, I'm leaving," Fang Xi said impatiently.

Still pretending with me? Who's afraid of who! Liu Jing chuckled and turned his head back. **, why is my heart racing?** Liu Jing took a deep breath, cleared his throat, and started shouting in a mock-serious manner.

"One!"

Fang Xi's eyes were cold, unmoved.

"Two!"

Fang Xi raised her chin, her eyes looking at the ceiling.

"Three!"

Liu Jing's eyes widened, he steadied himself, and slammed the button down. He had decided to stop just before his finger touched the Enter key, to scare the little tiger half to death!

"Whoosh!" Liu Jing's hand slammed down fast.

"Bang!" Little Tiger was even faster. Before Liu Jing's hand was even halfway through the blow, he was suddenly pushed down by a strong force, falling heavily to the ground along with the chair.

Little Tiger, hands on her hips, pointed at him and started cursing: "Are you crazy! 550,000? That's all my money! You...you dare to lose it, I...I'll fight you to the death!"

Liu Jing almost fell half to his death. He struggled to turn around, but Little Tiger had already pounced on him, punching and hitting him like a madman. Liu Jing laughed loudly, hugged her tightly, and turned around to pin her down. Little Tiger couldn't struggle and glared at him, panting heavily.

Liu Jing looked at her lovely face and said affectionately, "Fangxi, I'm going to Thailand tomorrow. Shall we do that thing?"

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