Chapter 7

Since you have decided to dislike someone, you should absolutely not give them any chances.

Xiao Wan sighed, knowing that she had to get through this hurdle today, whether she liked it or not.

It is ... ... very good

As soon as the words were spoken, Warmama kicked him. Warmaster knew that she was a person who had never touched the kitchen knife. Now that she actively asked to cook, she must have some hidden intentions. However, after all, on one side was his wife, and on the other side was the future daughter-in-law who lacked a stroke in her name.

What happened

However, who dares to say more

However, upon meeting Mother Wen, Xiaowan suddenly felt that Wen Shao was not at all sharp-tongued; rather, he was at the level of gentle and mild. It was Mother Wen who truly possessed the pinnacle of sharp-tongued mastery, at the ninth dan.

Xiao Wan is not foolish; she does not wish to become the enemy of all the women in the company

Speaking of it, Xiaowan is not the first time to come to Wenqingzhi's house. She still registered at the entrance of the courtyard, followed Wenqingzhi to park the car, and then walked all the way until they were almost at the door. Xiaowan, who looked fearless and confident, couldn't help but act a bit coquettish. She suddenly grabbed Wenqingzhi, looked at him nervously, and remained silent.

Wan's bright smile froze on her face.

What kind of experience will cultivate her such a resilient spirit?

I have been watching the girls playing around her all the time, and couldn't help feeling a little sympathetic when I saw Xiaowan putting piece by piece of "water-boiled chili" into her mouth.

When it comes to going too far, I wonder what Wenma thinks of, a touch of resentment flashes in her eyes.

She had no idea what kind of personality and habits Wen Qing's parents would have, and as she was thinking, a face as gentle as orchids suddenly appeared before her.

She had been paying close attention to every move of Xiao Wan, just waiting to find a reason to pick a fight

Wen Ma's face turned pale with anger, "Eating, eating, eating, without fear of getting fat."

Yes, it was Huang Xiaowan who intervened! Otherwise, how could our Qingzhi change his mind!

Amid the curious glances of her colleagues, Xiaowan put down her notebook and straightened her back, solemnly saying: "When meeting your future mother-in-law, just remember one thing! If she tells you to go east, you must not go west. If she tells you to go south, you must not go north. The most important thing is to obey her. If you can do this, everything will be fine. You can receive the gift from your mother-in-law and wait for the good day to go to the Civil Affairs Bureau to get your marriage certificate!"

When someone greeted her warmly, she instinctively felt a surge of happiness in her heart

Mr. Wen is delighted to see Xiaowan in various ways.

Speaking of this, it is worth mentioning that, unlike most foreign companies that prohibit employees from dating, the company where Xiaowan works is an engineering unit. Generally speaking, engineering units are prosperous in the daytime but decline in the nighttime, and there is nothing that can be done about it. Although the company offers good benefits, it requires frequent business trips and focuses on technical work, which has always made it difficult to retain female employees.

Well.

The aroma of braised crucian carp wafted into the nostrils, and the fragrant steam was enough to uplift one's spirits.

The cold water did not splash onto Xiaowan, and in her anger and anxiety, she rushed in, inadvertently falling into her own trap

Wen Qingzhi

Someone joked, "While others are afraid to meet their in-laws because they are ugly brides, look at you! Goodness! You are afraid you won't even get to see your in-laws!"

What "Silver Dragon Leaping Xiang Wind", "Golden Phoenix Dancing Cloud Tide", "Pearl This Guest", "Bow Curved Play Crystal" ... ....

What is the crucial point?

Wang Lan was so shocked that her jaw nearly dropped: "Y-y-you... you and Wen Wen Wen... are engaged to Wen Qingzhi?" Another misaligned needle pricked the patient's "delicate" buttocks, with drops of blood trickling down, just like the hot blood that flowed from Wang Lan's fragile little heart due to excessive fright... How melodramatic.

Wen Shao glanced at it, and fine beads of sweat appeared on his forehead.

During Wen Qing's time in middle school, Wen's mother was worried that those beautifully dressed young girls would get close to him. She feared that the boy would lose control of himself and, once he fell in love, he would have no interest in studying. However, who would have thought that the girl, with her delicate and timid demeanor, would sway in front of Wen Qing, yet the young handsome man remained oblivious, focusing his gaze downwards, like Liu Xia Hui, with not a single thought in his mind

Since the handsome and talented Wen Qingzhi joined this organization, the unmarried women in the company have been quite excited, offering flattery, creating chance encounters, and delivering heartfelt bento boxes... They have employed every possible tactic, yet still have not gained the favor of General Manager Wen—despite his youth and accomplishments, his work attitude is exceedingly demanding.

Ah, what?

This is not the first time such a thing has happened

According to Aunt Wang, the head of the pediatrics department at the hospital where Wang Lan works, Wen Qingzhi has been known since childhood as a handsome young man in the military compound, with girls who liked him in droves

Now, upon seeing Xiaowan using two chopsticks to pick up water-boiled beef slices, her face immediately turned cold. She slammed down her chopsticks and sternly scolded, "She's just a girl from a small family. It's just a piece of meat, yet she can eat it so deliciously. Qing Ge, you should manage your wife. Look at how far she's stretching her chopsticks. I really don't know how she was taught at home!"

Upon seeing Mother Wen's face fall, she immediately erupted, her sharp soprano nearly shaking the dust from the ceiling: "How can you, young lady, be like this? We haven't even entered yet! You think I'm in my menopausal phase, talking too much and having a strange temper, like some odd old woman? Or do you think that because you are young and impressive, you can look down on middle-aged women?"

As she spoke, tears of grievance fell down her cheeks in a steady stream

You can tell?

Xiao Wan continued: "Next, the male lead also asked the female lead what her name was. The female lead recited a line of poetry, and the male lead guessed her name and went to propose. However, the tragedy was that the male lead guessed the female lead's name wrong... Consequently, he married the wrong person. From then on, the male and female leads began a deeply painful and torturous love affair for the rest of their lives..."

How could Mom Ke Wen dare to clash so fiercely with Father Wen because of Luo An'an

Even if she racked her brains, possessed extraordinary literary talent, and had unparalleled eloquence, she would never have imagined that those elegant dish names actually corresponded to "Chopped Chili Fish Head," "Clear Stewed Chicken," "Stir-fried Small River Clams," "Stir-fried Shrimp..." After the last dish name was announced by General Wen, Xiao Wan couldn't help but let out a sigh

During the moment when Wen Qing was changing her shoes, I leaned over to take a look

On that day, Wang Lan found a good blind date candidate who had a decent personality and was not too picky. She called Xiaowan and even planned to meet her, but learned that Xiaowan would be going to Wenqing's house after work tonight.

Wen raised his eyebrows slightly, and a faint smile appeared at the corners of his mouth. His index and middle fingers lightly touched the moist lips, and his black and delicate eyes, like crystal, watched the scene quietly.

The place where I was caught, warm, with a hint of unease.

The sweet fruits of the revolution's flowers are blooming, and happy days are beckoning me with a smile. I've traded my shotgun for a cannon, ending blind dates. The belle has found her suitor, and now it's time to meet the young man's parents!

Upon looking at Aunt Wen again, if her face was black before, now it was a deathly shade of green, glaring at Xiao Wan with raging fury, as if she wanted to devour her alive.

Wen Qing clearly knew that Xiao Wan sent Jing Xin to her mother, and this is the outcome

Come if you want to come, no need to bring any gifts.

As soon as the doorbell rang, Mrs. Wen's eyes lit up and she said, "I'll go open the door!"

He always feels that something uncontrollable will happen, yet he cannot discern whether this change is good or bad, so he continues to avoid it

The old spinster felt relieved in her heart, her eyes shining brightly. She deftly handed over the tranquilizer oral liquid from the packaging bag with both hands and said loudly, "This is for my aunt."

Today, a long-criticized issue has been boldly unveiled

This is the exuberant spring heart of the project department's group of wolf cubs. As the saying goes, when men and women work together, they won't feel tired. After work, it is purely your personal matter, and the company has no right to interfere, nor does it want to interfere.

Wang Lan sneered, holding the syringe up to the light and slowly pushing it up, saying, "When did you become so close with him? You even met his parents. Why don't you mention that you two are about to get engaged?"

It's not that simple... sigh... After embroidering for a long time, Aunt Luo rubbed her sore eyes, and suddenly everything in front of her became dizzy. Her ears were ringing loudly, and she felt like the world was spinning. She felt completely confused. Mom Wen had been nagging for a long time, but suddenly noticed that her old friend hadn't said a word for a long time. When she turned around, she saw Aunt Luo's face pale.

The old lady, while picking up the dishes, smiled and said, "The taste of this boiled pork slices is really good, I can't help but eat a little more..." As her chopsticks reached again for the bean sprouts and pork slices, which were adorned with a few red chili peppers, she completely disregarded Wen Ma's cold sarcasm, her face still wearing a smile as warm as spring.

Mother Wen's eyes flashed with a hint of color, gazing at her with a predatory look, and said: "I heard from Qing Ge that you are from the North. The Northerners I know can all handle spicy food quite well, no wonder you enjoy eating boiled sliced pork so much"

A series of such dish names made Xiaowan's mouth drop.

However, this matter is quite peculiar

Hmm?

Wen Qing hesitated to speak, gazing at her with a look of excitement as if she could travel through the stars with her wings, ultimately saying nothing.

In fact, Xiaowan's chopsticks were just beside her, picking up the food, and did not extend far out as Wen's mother had said.

Hmm? Wen Shao looked at her with a smile that seemed to be both present and absent.

What on earth is this? This is not boiled meat slices; it is clearly boiled chili peppers

He hesitated for a moment and finally asked in a faint tone.

Got it

How did that rat spirit end up bumping into the mouth of this blind cat? Xiaowan is lazy, too lazy to think about where this good luck came from. Regardless of how he looks, his income, or his position, at least he is a man, a man who can marry her, that's enough!

Little Wan looked at the scattered bottles of Jingxin oral liquid on the ground. She told herself, "It's not a big deal. I have already overcome the low point of my life without blind dates. No matter what happens, I will always move forward." However, even though she thought this way, a corner of her heart still shattered silently with a "crack" sound, just like the broken gift box on the ground.

Xiao Wan still feels a bit hesitant

Using such matters to make things difficult for others, it is ironically Mother Wen who ends up suffering the consequences

Mom, Xiaowan did not mean it this way

Even if none of the colleagues in the entire company show any appreciation, it cannot extinguish the fervent flame of excitement burning within Xiao Wan.

The other party nodded with a smile, mimicking Xiao Wan's appearance, drawing an upward arc with their fingertip towards the corner of their mouth, and said: "Indeed, even without the sun, they are still showing their teeth, and everyone is watching. What is so amusing?"

Oh no, this is bad

On winter evenings, the sun sets particularly early in the west

Wen Mu is sarcastic and speaks very rudely.

There are also fine porcelain dishes filled with sweet ginger vinegar, which is a dipping sauce for seafood

However, the words spoken can make Xiao Wan feel as if her heart has been crushed against the tofu.

Wen's father felt that Wen's mother was being a bit excessive with her anger, and he wore a solemn expression.

Xiao Wan lifted her damp eyes, glanced at him, and lowered her head in silence

Wen Qing looked at Xiao Wan, who appeared somewhat listless, and couldn't help but feel a twinge of guilt in his heart

The bathroom was like a heavy rain, drenching Mom Wen completely. Mom Wen was splashed with cold water, feeling both angry and frustrated. Just as she was about to scold, she suddenly remembered... This was something she had done herself before her son returned, breaking the water pipe in preparation for Huang Xiaowan's arrival, only to encounter such a situation as soon as she entered the bathroom, giving her a taste of her own medicine.

After greeting the Wen family members, a radiant smile, comparable to that of a chrysanthemum, returned to Xiao Wan's face

Xiao Wan suddenly recalled the first time she came with Wen Shao, when Wen's mother was indifferent to her and extremely critical—at that time, she was not yet Wen Shao's girlfriend, perhaps just a potential threat to Luo An'an's position, which led to various displeasures from Wen's mother

Having never seen Xiao Wan up close before, Wen Qingzhi was taken aback: to be honest, Xiao Wan is not unattractive; on the contrary, she is quite delicate and charming, with bright eyes and skin as smooth as a baby's. At any time, she is definitely the type that is pleasing to the eye.

Immediately, Aunt Wen also realized.

To truly be together with Xiao Wan

Although Father Wen is aware

The spicy hot air in the bowl rushed up, making Xiao Wan's eyes sting. She stared in shock at the red and somewhat frightening slices of meat, her fingers trembling slightly.

Mother Wen was quite pleased, thinking to herself that her son was truly worry-free, not engaging in early romance, not causing trouble, unlike the children from Teacher Zhang's family, who were not as capable

As she was dialing the phone number halfway, Aunt Luo held her hand, stopping her movement, "It's nothing, just an old problem. After embroidering for a long time, it's easy to feel dizzy. A little rest will do the trick"

As a result, the plate of boiled chili peppers she had just eaten became increasingly spicy, leaving her mind in a state of confusion

Aunt Luo, who had been helping at home, also showed a moment of awkwardness on her face

How many chili peppers are actually in this?

Lettuce is rich in vitamin C, making it highly suitable for those who are trying to lose weight or have high cholesterol. Its vibrant green color certainly makes it a standout on the dining table

What is this

The weather today is quite pleasant, with little wind, warm sunlight casting down upon me, and the air is refreshing

What is going on?

Savoy cabbage is a cruciferous vegetable and a variant of cabbage. In the southern regions, it is commonly known as "baixincai" (literally "heart-wrapped vegetable"), but it is also called "lotus white". The ingredients for hand-torn cabbage include cabbage and cured meat. Cured meat is preserved in December, which was called "qing si" during the Yin Dynasty... Therefore, this dish is called "qingsi lotus white".

Wang Lan changed the needle, and incidentally changed her posture to hold the phone, and asked Xiao Wan on the other end of the phone, "Why are you going to his house? Do you still think the bad luck he found for you is not enough?"

Okay? Can this be okay? I'm not done yet!

As Xiaowan reached out to pick up some lettuce with her chopsticks, she heard Wen Shao's calm and composed voice in her ear. The chopsticks had just landed on the fresh and crispy lettuce when Wen Shao said, "This dish is called 'Green Beauty Deceiving the Blossoming Flowers'."

I heard that my uncle likes to drink, so this is for him.

Just like that, Mrs. Wen happily watched her son go to college. You see, at seventeen or eighteen years old, even if he were to have a romantic relationship, it wouldn't matter much. Mrs. Wen doesn't want to interfere, and she can't. ... The chubby neighbor next door even found a Chinese department beauty as his girlfriend in college ... ... Mrs. Wen's son, with his character, should at least find a campus beauty ... ... Mrs. Wen's son, with his character, should at least find a campus beauty ... ...

That night, proposing to Xiaowan was entirely based on feeling. Before a relationship comes to an end, no matter how much he dislikes Luo An'an, he would not cast a glance at another girl. Luo An'an claimed that he and Huang Xiaowan had long been together, but he truly felt wronged. Not to mention being together, he had hardly any impression of Huang Xiaowan beyond a vague fondness.

Xiao Wan, while looking down at her notes, did not raise her head and said: "Mom Wen graduated from St. Maria's Women's College. Isn't it customary in the West to greet each other with hugs and kisses on the cheek? I am not that radical; I choose to shake hands, which embodies both Western warmth and Eastern subtlety, indeed..."

Xiao Wan presented the gift with both hands

In summary, regardless of which daughter-in-law it is, Father Wen thinks highly of them all, except for Luo An'an

I just don't understand, what is wrong with An An? What makes her unworthy of him? Breaking up just like that, isn't it all because of that person named... I must say, Mother Wen remains as she always is; whenever she gets excited, she becomes somewhat sharp and overbearing, even a bit dazed, unable to distinguish right from wrong

After waking up from his drunken stupor, Wen Da Shao immediately felt a headache, not the kind associated with a hangover, but a genuine and palpable sense of worry

Mother Wen was busy in the kitchen, the sounds of clattering echoing for an unknown duration. When she finally emerged, the boiled meat slices were steaming hot, topped generously with fiery red chili peppers.

Wen Qing coughed lightly, intending to reprimand Xiao Wan for her lack of propriety, but the words did not come out. Instead, he found it somewhat amusing, and a complex light flickered in his eyes. In the end, he said nothing.

What is most admirable about Xiaowan in her lifetime is her tenacious vitality and perseverance. Regardless of the adverse circumstances, she can maintain a steadfast and invincible smile, charging forward with courage. This is evident from her one hundred and eight experiences of blind dates, each of which has been a history of hardships.

Wen Shao sprayed tea, Wen Dad sprayed rice... Even Aunt Luo, all used the excuse of the kitchen pot boiling to escape. Only the girl, who had been quietly eating her meal, finally spoke up at this moment

... ...

For some reason, there is a spot in my heart that feels as if it has been gently pinched by a small hand

The old lady felt a bit awkward, but her mind was quite agile as she earnestly explained: "Well... China has joined the WTO, you see, even the rural old ladies on the train can keep up with the trend and say 'China has joined the WC.'... This Earth is just one village, it's a global village now, and there isn't much distinction between China and the West; we are all Earthlings..." This Earth is just one village, it's a global village now, and there isn't much distinction between China and the West; we are all Earthlings...

Wen Shao has inherited only a bit of the superficial traits

As soon as I returned to the office, good colleagues surrounded me with good news

Even... regretting that night when he proposed.

With this light laughter, the entire world seems to come alive

Mother Wen heavily stacked the chopsticks on the table, calmly organizing things, her two eyes like hooks, looking at her with a half-smile, full of ill intentions in their depths

At the moment when everyone was somewhat bewildered, Xiao Wan earnestly stated: "Using poetry as a medium, to speak frankly, is indeed an elegant affair. However, no matter how refined the poetry is, it may still be misinterpreted. I believe the primary function of food is to satisfy hunger. In 'Dream of the Red Chamber', indeed, each dish has a name, which is extraordinarily elegant. But what use is elegance without substance"

Although she graduated with a degree in the humanities, this does not imply that all humanities graduates possess a delicate, sentimental, and poetic heart filled with romantic notions.

Do not play with me like this

After going around in such a big circle, Xiao Wan feels a bit dizzy

After pondering the matter of what is more important, the old man ultimately chose to remain silent

At first, Mother Wen thought her son was just pretending to be mature—most handsome and intelligent boys behave this way, presenting one persona in front of their parents while potentially leading a completely different life behind their backs

No one expected that Wen Qingzhi would actually propose to Huang Xiaowan

He instinctively advised.

Without sunshine, the cold wind rustles through the bare branches, howling in the shadows of the leaning skyscrapers, filtering the chill and then blowing onto the face and body, particularly piercing.

Xiao Wan immediately turned her head, looking at Wen Qingzhi as if seeking help. A fleeting look of compassion crossed Wen Qingzhi's eyes, but it vanished almost instantly as she said lightly: "It's rare for Mom to serve someone a dish; since she has offered it to you, you should eat it."

Uh, I don't understand

Xiao Wan said honestly

Qing Si Lian Hua Bai ?

He also wanted to clarify everything with Xiaowan, pushing all the blame onto drunken ramblings. However, when he found Xiaowan and saw her completely trusting and bright smile, he didn't even realize that his mood softened unexpectedly, and the explanation that was almost on the tip of his tongue turned into an invitation: "Come back with me this weekend to meet my parents"

Wen's father and Aunt Luo were originally smiling as they looked on, intending to tease this old lady for being so easily swayed, lacking in steadfastness; a future daughter-in-law just needed to give her a little gift, and she would immediately beam with joy. If she were placed in the context of the Anti-Japanese War, she would surely be labeled a traitor and a collaborator. However, upon seeing the items sent by the future daughter-in-law, Wen's father slapped his thigh and silently exclaimed that it was a disaster.

Upon hearing the suggestion from Mother Wen, she immediately set about putting her plan to prank her daughter-in-law into action. She busied herself here and there, making a clatter with pots, bowls, and utensils. Father Wen, disturbed by the noise in the study, asked several times with a sigh, but Mother Wen paid no attention to the old man and continued her work with great enthusiasm

Who is standing behind him, Wang Lan?

Little Wan is quite honest and replied, "It's what middle-aged women drink!"

A bolt of thunder rolled by, leaving my colleague speechless.

She put down her chopsticks, her lips swollen like sausages, looking at the table full of dishes, couldn't help but sigh: "I read a book a while ago..."

The names of these dishes, both the young and old of the Wen family have long had this feeling

I only remember that Luo Anan repeatedly annoyed me, and instinctively, I just wanted to make Luo Anan even more angry. So, subconsciously, I did something.

Mother Wen let out a cold laugh and said, "What’s the point of explaining so much to her? Look at her, she wouldn’t understand what you’re saying anyway. It’s like playing the lute to a cow; at least the cow can respond with a few moos..."

Aunt, please let me explain...

Even Lian Wen's father could not help but feel embarrassed

In addition, there are various home-cooked dishes such as boiled sliced pork, hand-shredded cabbage, spicy diced chicken, and lettuce with yak butter, emitting a steaming white heat, fragrant and tempting, making people's fingers itch.

The dining table made of red date wood is intricately adorned with gilded patterns depicting lotus leaves and carp, exuding an ancient charm, which is the style that Father Wen delights in... On the table, the silver bowls and chopsticks are already prepared—snow frog blanched and retrieved, tender and juicy; stir-fried shrimp, golden and crispy, with a tender texture; chopped chili fish head garnished with tender green scallions and vibrant red chilies

What a waste of resources.

Twice in a row, "flattery hit the horse's leg", but it didn't affect Xiaowan's optimistic and positive attitude.

She has not encountered many elders

The domestically produced 502 adhesive cannot pick up her broken heart.

However, even if the iron block were to melt, it would still be an iron block. Moreover, with someone like Mother Wen, who has a heart of stone and is fundamentally unprepared to accept Huang Xiaowan from the very bottom of her heart

Wen Qing's heart softened, and she whispered, "You are also a woman, don't you know that this kind of creature has the characteristic of refusing to grow old? After my mother reached middle age, she hated it the most when others mentioned her menopause. You can call her a woman, but never imply that she is an old woman with tranquilizing oral liquid..."

In this room, Mother Wen is at home watching television while chatting with Aunt Luo, who has come to help.

Reaching out a hand, just about to take it.

It's almost Chinese New Year. Red paper couplets, firecrackers, and other decorations are displayed in small shops along the road. Outside, vendors selling cotton candy and balloons can be seen everywhere. Most of the time, parents are taking their children who have just started winter vacation for a stroll. When they get tired or hungry, they buy a few balloons and a cotton candy for their children to play with.

Miss Xiaowan, you seem to be in a good mood today!

Now, I have to get engaged to a woman who seems familiar, but every time we interact it's as intense as a collision between Mars and Earth... and then spend the rest of our lives together.

Thank you, the cabbage tastes good. Xiao Wan looked at Niu'er and couldn't help but show a sincere smile.

Not humble, not arrogant, not confrontational with elders, but also blindly obedient.

He couldn't help but raise a faint, light smile at the corner of his mouth.

You have already angered me with just one sentence. Now, explain to me whether you even want to take my life!

That elegant dish, it's better not to eat it.

Xiaowan felt that the poems and verses she memorized in middle and high school were jumping into her mind one by one, with each line accompanied by annotations and a three-dimensional surround sound. This made her so worried that she lost her appetite for lettuce at that moment.

Itchy.

In the words of Aunt Wen, although she speaks of it as a small matter, it is a common trait among Chinese people to be greedy for such small gains, saying "what's the big deal" while their eyes subtly glance at Xiao Wan.

However, he underestimated Xiao Wan's combat power too much.

Eat, what are you looking at? Sister Luo, bring the boiled beef slices in front of her, and I will watch her eat.

Wen Qing was stunned, Luo Yi was also stunned, and even the old man Wen who came out of the study next door was also stunned.

Mother Wen was prepared to deliver a stern warning from her elevated position, and the sarcastic remarks were all choked back.

How did Xiao Wan answer at that time?

Who says that liberal arts students must be emotional

Back then, the introducer Wang Lan introduced Xiaowan to a blind date, but repeatedly and inexplicably messed it up, often scolding Xiaowan for not living up to expectations

Xiao Wan was so absorbed in her thoughts that she completely failed to notice the obvious chill that had settled on Wen Qing's face

The door opened, and the cold air from outside rushed in. Wen Shao had just called out "Mom" when Wen Ma felt a flash in front of her eyes. Immediately after, a figure lunged forward, tightly grasping her hand and enthusiastically exclaimed: "Hello, Auntie, I am Huang Xiaowan"

Xiao Wan was taken aback, feeling as if a flurry of cold arrows were shooting towards her—each one striking with precision at her vital points, deliberately targeting her weaknesses

A smile just appeared at the corners of the eyes

The doctor said it is vertigo, related to issues with the cervical spine. Never mind that, it's almost six thirty now, and Qing is probably coming back soon, right? I am really curious about the girl that Qing has his eye on; she must be incredibly beautiful!

Yes

When the boat reaches the bridge, it will naturally straighten out; overthinking will only make one foolish

From that point on, the absurd legend of the "haunted morgue" was immediately replaced by the terrifying legend of the "haunted injection room"... The director was particularly angry upon learning of this matter and immediately prohibited Wang Lan from randomly giving injections to patients... The consequences of such actions, and similar matters, will be discussed later and shall be set aside for now

Parents tend to favor children like this

Are you ready?

The young man's beautiful eyes resemble the ethereal clouds of Wushan, within which there seems to be a refreshing and elegant essence of water, rich and deep in color

Xiao Wan was taken aback

She rarely speaks, and at this moment, her voice is soft and delicate

"I will not accept that woman!" Mother Wen said coldly and haughtily. "You shouldn't be such a stumbling block for your son. No matter what, she is the daughter-in-law your son has chosen..."

Although Wen Eshao appears gentle and polite, in reality, his feelings are quite shallow and sparse

Chinese people also shake hands

one second, two seconds, three seconds ... ...

Indeed, the two points mentioned by my old classmate, "being obedient and being willing to spend money," are the best tools for winning over my in-laws

Xiao Wan scratched her head, feeling perplexed

Wang Lan shot him a glare and said, "What are you complaining about? This is how doctors give injections. If you can't stand the pain, don't let me give you one."

Who is Wen Qing?

Mother Wen remained indifferent, as she had already made up her mind not to let Xiao Wan have it easy—let alone going too far; in order to vent her anger for Luo An'an, she could even say things that were even more extreme.

When Wen Qing first saw her holding the Jingxin oral solution, her expression was somewhat strange. At that time, she did not think much of it, but now that events have unfolded, she clearly did not want to cry, yet her nose felt intensely sour. She seemed to casually turn her head, gently sniffing to conceal the single drop of brilliance that fell from her eyes.

She raised her head with a cold and noble demeanor, pushed Xiao Wan aside, shot her a sidelong glance, and with a smirk, mocked, "Ha, I thought it was someone important, but it's just our future daughter-in-law. I heard our Qing Ge'er mention you, only saying that you grew up in the country. I was puzzled, as I never heard that you studied abroad, so how did you develop such a Western demeanor?"

Mother Wen's expression grew increasingly dark as she coldly asked, "Who drinks this thing?"

The Father of the Nation succeeded in his eleventh revolution, Huang Xiaowan, I do not ask for you to succeed in matchmaking eleven times, but at least show me a glimmer of victory. I must be out of my mind to think of helping you as a matchmaker. One hundred and eight times, even a blind cat can stumble upon a dead mouse... I ask you, Huang Xiaowan, where is your mouse? Where is the dead mouse?

Wen Qing's pitch-black gaze quietly watched Xiao Wan

However, just as he hesitated, wanting to say something to Xiaowan... he saw the old lady clench her fist and suddenly say: "It's nothing. What a small matter... Making a mistake once does not mean making mistakes every time. If you can't get over such a small hurdle, the future relationship between mother-in-law and daughter-in-law will definitely be irreparably damaged!"

Let us eat

Little Wan rubbed her frozen hands and lifted her rosy face. She asked somewhat shyly, "Um, what if your parents don't like me?"

Caught by her gaze

Comrade Xiaowan vs. Mama Wen ... The outcome is self-evident; Xiaowan was scolded thoroughly, akin to a grandson, suffering a crushing defeat

Wang Lan had heard a few trivial matters about Wen Qingzhi

Xiao Wan scratched her head and said foolishly: "I heard that Auntie has been feeling dizzy, anxious, and emotionally unstable lately. Aren't the advertisements always saying that giving this to the elders is a good idea..."

Wen Shao spoke in a leisurely and composed manner, a faint smile appearing at the corners of his mouth

Upon seeing this situation, Xiao Wan immediately knew there was a chance.

Upon hearing the name Luo An'an, Wen Qing's expression darkened instantly, and even her tone turned cold: "I am not my mother, how would I know."

At this moment, Mother Wen was quite anxious, subtly probing and selecting all the young girls in the courtyard who had good age, appearance, family background, and character, engaging in conversations with her son whether there was a matter at hand or not

If one were to use a creature to describe Huang Xiaowan in the excited state of "exchanging a bird gun for a cannon, rushing towards a new life," only the cockroach, known as "Xiao Qiang," could be comparable. You may doubt that a lion can also feel weak at times, but you cannot question the tenacious vitality of Xiao Qiang, which is resistant to falls, blows, and high temperatures.

The sound made by the chopsticks falling caused the atmosphere at the dining table to suddenly turn cold

The paper rustled with a "whoosh" sound

Wen Shao could hardly imagine that the young lady who had just been like a little wife had instantly transformed into a powerful Wonder Woman. She even encouraged herself with a remark, leaving him somewhat speechless. However, upon seeing her radiant and almost dazzling smile, for some reason, the corners of Wen Shao's mouth involuntarily curled into a slight arc

The bathroom door slid open steadily

Chinese people ... ... should have the style of Chinese people?

The exquisitely packaged tranquil oral liquid fell heavily on the ground, and the box scattered in a disheveled manner.

Cold water burst from the pipe, splashing everywhere, creating a chaotic scene in the bathroom.

On the table lies a bowl of rice, and Warm Mother's face looks truly unpleasant. However, her tone is gentle as she says, "Qing, my son, I cannot control who you choose to marry, but your wife can be anyone except for someone who opposes me before even entering the door."

It has to be said that Xiaowan is a talented person - eloquent and versatile. If she were in the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, she could easily reclaim lost territories and dominate China with just her words. Even the tough negotiator, Aunt Wen, couldn't help but crack a smile and soften her stance after hearing Xiaowan's jokes and flattery.

As the snow-capped mountains and ice caves are about to melt, the blissful spring breeze sweeps across the land

Taking advantage of my good mood today, I would like to share some knowledge with you all

She is very clear in her mind, understanding that this is a show of authority from Mother Wen

She just glanced at her mother lightly and said softly, "These dish names were all created by Mom."

Little Wan tugged at Wen Shao's sleeve, looked up seriously, and asked, "Why does your mother like Luo An An so much?"

Auntie Luo smiled and reminded her, "That girl's name is Huang Xiaowan, right?"

The "vases" that do not believe in evil have failed a batch, the "vases" that boast of changing the world's beauty have failed a batch, and the gentle and considerate "vases" have also failed a batch

After sobering up, I patted my head and most of the things became blurry. However, I vaguely remembered the promise of "one life, one love, one pair of people"... as well as the soft look in Huang Xiaowan's eyes.

Uncertain how long it has been, a light and lovely giggle from the girl suddenly echoed, as Niu'er, who was standing in the living room looking for water, revealed a smile more beautiful than flowers on her timid face, gazing curiously and joyfully at Xiao Wan, her eyes resembling a tranquil autumn lake rippling with gentle waves

I ... ... I just feel ... ...

Reaching out to close the densely circled and black-lettered notebook that Xiao Wan had drawn, Wen Qing said helplessly, "My mother did attend St. Maria's Girls' College when she was young, but she also said that what she hated the most was the way Westerners greet each other. My mother believes that Chinese people should have their own style."

Little Wan's heart twitched slightly, and she subconsciously glanced over.

You can't whitewash her completely blackened image even if you use the strongest disinfectant.

He was also prepared to watch coldly, but at this moment, looking at Xiaowan, who trusted him completely, held his arm, and looked at him with innocent watery eyes, he couldn't help but feel guilty for a moment.

According to common sense, shouldn't Mother Wen be quite accustomed to such handshakes? Yet, despite being more enthusiastic, how did she end up resembling Dong Cunrui, holding a bundle of explosives and shouting "Fire at me" all over?

Wen Shao's heart felt as if it were being scratched by tiny claws

Taking advantage of the moment when everyone turned away, she wore a serious expression on her small face, quickly turned her head, and with her fingers flying, flipped through her notebook.

Mother Wen was still hoping to find some mistake in Xiao Wan's sentence, so that she could harshly criticize this future daughter-in-law whom she disapproved of.

Uh... yes

Good-looking, comes from a good background, has a good personality, everything is good, yet exceptionally picky when it comes to finding a girlfriend

"Oh dear, don't be skeptical, come back, come back." Xiao Wan called out, while the people over there dispersed completely.

In the end, getting married is what matters; it does not matter who one marries, as it is all the same conclusion.

The vehicle steadily returned to the military district

Mr. Wen took note of Xiaowan's reaction and added a few more points to Xiaowan's impression score.

She was clearly smiling, but Wen Qing felt uncomfortable in his heart, as if he had been pricked by a needle, causing a slight pain. His eyes dimmed and he gently looked away.

The old man is only tempted by a sip of wine, although he has more than enough from what his family has sent him. However, the wine sent by his daughter-in-law is naturally more thoughtful, and he happily accepted it.

She neither ate nor spoke further, and the old lady, crying, scolded as she returned to her room. Halfway there, overwhelmed with anger, she turned into the bathroom to grab a box of tissues to wipe her tears

The old girl made a grand statement, adopting the revolutionary pose of "moving forward bravely," which was the favorite of the former leader, an old man. With a distant gaze, she envisioned the future, astonishing her colleagues.

Those who have just graduated and entered the workplace are all young and inexperienced, yet they are eager to establish families and careers. However, there seems to be no one around with whom they can socialize. Over time, the trend of changing jobs has become quite prevalent. It is already difficult to recruit talent, and now it is even harder to retain them. The leadership has noticed this situation and has issued a strict order to the human resources department, stating that no matter what, you must ensure the retention of talent.

Mother Wen continued to press on aggressively: "What, feeling guilty now? You haven't even mastered Chinese etiquette, yet you're trying to learn how to hug like those foreigners..."

The poor young man, feeling wronged, covered his backside and lay pitifully on the high stool

Wen Ma's smile, the laughter lines at the corners of her eyes, all relaxed.

This attitude is serious, and even high school students taking notes for the college entrance examination are not as diligent as her!

Wen Qing's heart felt a heavy thud, increasingly feeling that she might have gone too far.

Wen's mother got angry, threw the gift box in frustration, and angrily kicked it hard, "Crash!" The already scattered gift box instantly deflated a large piece, pitifully falling into the corner.

"That's not the case." Xiaowan disagreed, flipping through her notebook and saying with a smile, "I'm not ugly, so why should I be afraid?" She quickly found several lines marked with red circles in her notebook, and continued, "I've already asked my classmates who got married and had children early..."

Xiao Wan is honest, and I really don't know how to explain it. She cried with a sad face, feeling helpless.

Xiao Wan took a bite and her lips and tongue exploded together, tears and snot streaming down her face from the spiciness.

"Your face was so pale just now... perhaps we should have a doctor take a look?" Mother Wen gently patted Aunt Luo's head, still wanting to say something, but Aunt Luo smiled and said, "It's really nothing. Look, I'm fine now..."

That utterance of the word "cut" resonated with a profound and lingering emotion, captivating all who heard it with its melodious and enchanting quality

Father Wen had long found the name of this dish overwhelming, but now that there is a story to listen to, his attention was immediately diverted

Wang Lan was skillfully administering an injection to a patient when she was startled by the news—her needle veered off, and the unfortunate young man let out a cry and jumped up.

Given such a blow from Wen Qing, Xiao Wan will likely be unable to lift her spirits for quite some time

A blind cat may stumble upon a dead mouse, but the premise must be that the mouse is thoroughly dead

Taking advantage of Wen's mother being pulled away, she grasped Wen Shao's arm, her eyes slightly reddened, and in a hoarse voice, gently asked: "Did I do something wrong again?"

A cold snort escaped disdainfully from the nostrils

The old lady's outburst was no small matter, with wave after wave of bombardment, leaving Xiao Wan's scalp tingling in succession. She tried to support the corners of her mouth, wanting to put on a smile, but no matter how hard she tried, she couldn't manage to do so.

The corners of her mouth lifted into a gentle arc, and her mood suddenly brightened. "When did you write this notebook? Let me take a look. Hmm... it's quite comprehensive, isn't it..."

It's known that things didn't end well.

The old lady was momentarily stunned in place

The first encounter between the future mother-in-law and daughter-in-law

It can be said that Wen Shao is also wronged

However, if these minor setbacks and obstacles cannot be overcome, then she is certainly not our pitiful Huang Xiaowan

The smile was instantly shattered

She could have tested N times, and had been monitored N + 1 times by the "eyeliner". No matter how Wen Qing behaved in front of her or how she was when she was not around, there was not the slightest hint of any ulterior motives.

Wait a moment

Handshake

After all the explosively spicy meat slices were swallowed, Xiaowan's mouth was swollen.

superficial and insubstantial

Xiao Wan suddenly spoke, startling him greatly, causing him to quickly retract his gaze, shrug his shoulders, and instinctively throw out a hurtful remark: "My mother has never liked you."

At the dining table, the young lady's inner universe erupted, her eloquence shining like a lotus in bloom, as she unleashed a barrage of jokes and flattery. Father Wen had long been supportive of his son's choice for a future daughter-in-law, and naturally, he offered his utmost assistance.

In fact, the girl did not say much either

Is everything alright

Is there face-changing in Peking Opera

Xiaowan replied while tidying up her documents in preparation to leave work, "What can I do? I will visit my parents."

Father Wen was the first to react, chuckling awkwardly a couple of times, and quickly interjected, saying: "Alright, alright, don't stand at the entrance talking, come on in."

A handshake that conveys emotion does not embody the essence of Chinese style

... ...

However, apart from not accepting Luo An'an as his daughter-in-law, he would never go against the wishes of the lady of the house regarding any other matters, so he stood with his hands behind his back and remained silent

I must say, this person is truly an optimist. Even at this moment, they still nodded earnestly and murmured softly, casting aside all the tension and worries. Suddenly, a brilliant smile appeared on the delicate, youthful face.

Knowing that Xiaowan dislikes meaningless actions, he inevitably ascribed significance to these dish names. He schemed meticulously, step by step, unable to utter the words of breakup himself, and accomplished everything through the hands of Mother Wen. Yet, having achieved this, seeing Xiaowan's bewildered expression, why did his heart ache once more?

Xiao Wan looked at the mountain-like pile of spicy meat slices in the bowl, feeling a tingling sensation on her scalp, truly at a loss whether to eat or not to eat

Xiao Wan casually asked with a bright smile in her eyes

That day, the sounds of screams and wails, akin to those of a slaughtered pig, echoed throughout the entire hospital.

Xiao Wan took a sip of tea and continued, "I have already inquired thoroughly; the future in-laws have only a few critical points, which must be firmly remembered."

Isn't it just ostentatious but lacking substance

Her incisors unconsciously bit down on her lower lip, and she stared blankly at the ground. Why did her heart feel so uncomfortable, making her nose constantly tingle with a sour impulse?

She Huang Xiaowan is a member of the post-80s generation, and has no connection with the post-90s generation

Even if this person were blinded by countless layers of deep-sea seaweed mud, they still have radar, auditory, and olfactory senses. It is simply impossible for them to be attracted to the unreliable and erratic Comrade Huang Xiaowan.

Hmph

What she said was taken for granted, and three black lines quickly slid down Wen Shao's forehead—he just mentioned how Huang Xiaowan was hugging everyone today, it turned out she had done her homework on Wen Ma's background and habits.

The male and female protagonists met at a romantic lantern festival, admiring each other's character and demeanor. The female protagonist asked the male protagonist for his name, and he whispered a poem to the moon in a refined and elegant manner. The female protagonist accurately guessed the male protagonist's name from this poem.

Delightful and well-received, in pairs and matched, that is the legendary dual-income couple

The speaker may be indifferent, but the listener is attentive

Aunt Luo subtly tugged at Mom Wen, implying that it was inappropriate to speak about the young lady in such a manner

Although Xiao Wan is carefree and does not like to overthink things, she is by no means a fool

She intercepted Aunt Luo, who was about to open the door, and quickly ran to the entrance.

The tea drinker sprays tea, the water drinker sprays water, and even those who neither eat nor drink must spray laughter

He does not dislike Huang Xiaowan

Mother Wen suddenly brought a plate of boiled sliced meat that Xiao Wan particularly liked, smiling as she said this.

The old lady coldly glanced at her, suppressing the slight goodwill in her heart, and stared unhappily at Xiao Wan.

Although Mother Wen has a somewhat quirky temperament, her kindness towards others is genuine and heartfelt. Upon seeing Aunt Luo's pale complexion, she became flustered and hurriedly picked up the phone to call the family doctor

Wang Lan still remembers how this girl, with her eyes shining brightly and full of life, boldly shouted at him: "The dead rat is behind you!"

When has Huang Xiaowan, whom he has seen, not appeared as a superwoman with a tough demeanor? Could it be that she also experiences fear?

Even Lian Wen Shao is somewhat impressed by Xiao Wan's eloquence

When it comes to this, Aunt Wen's mouth twitched, immediately losing her temper, "What's so pretty? I've seen that girl, she just has slightly better skin, what else can compare to An'an..."

Letting Aunt Wen continue to make a scene will not only make Xiaowan look bad, but also won't do any good for Aunt Wen's dignity.

He can get used to Luo An'an, which is not an easy thing to do.

The HR department is also a shrewd player. When recruiting fresh graduates from schools, they follow a standard procedure for hiring male candidates. As for female candidates, regardless of their academic performance or awards received in school, as long as they are good-looking and have a decent personality, they will definitely be hired!

She remembers how Mother Wen and Father Wen argued logically at the beginning. According to Xiao Wan's understanding of typical military families, such families are traditionally led by men

Wen Dashao supported his forehead, no longer thinking too much. Holding the car keys in his hand, he lowered his head and casually glanced at the items she had purchased. He was taken aback for a moment, looked at her with a puzzled expression, and asked: "Did you buy Jingxin oral solution?"

This girl will never have any connection, however slight, with the white lotus throughout her life

"Hmm, yes... The advertisement says that this thing is great for giving to elders as a gift. Am I not clever?" Little Wan lifted her head excitedly, her eyes sparkling and her expression particularly serious.

Dad Wen picked up a piece of tender meat, tasted it, and questioned, "Not bland..."

Soft and fluffy.

Oh heavens ... ... with a low wail, the old maid really wants to smash her head against a tofu ... ...

On the other side, with great enthusiasm, it was said: "What have you inquired about? Keep the conversation going, don't stop."

Although I cannot quite understand why I always feel that Xiaowan is special, there is always a sense of wanting to embrace her

A bowl of "water-boiled chili" was consumed by her with a spirit that could move mountains and a strength that could pull down hills

The girl kindly picked a piece of cabbage for her to gradually ease the spiciness

Oh, right

Mrs. Wen looked at her askance and sneered, "Some people, if they openly admire foreign things, that's one thing, but to beat around the bush and come up with so many excuses is another. Our old Wen family doesn't have as many crooked ideas as you young people. The proper Chinese etiquette has been ruined by these post-80s and post-90s generations!"

Xiao Wan twirled the pen in her hand without raising her head, stating matter-of-factly: "Those who married earlier than me are all early marriages, and those who had children earlier than me are all early childbearing"

What's wrong, Sister Luo?

The enormous characters "Calm the Mind" on the packaging box caught the old lady's eye, and her expression immediately darkened.

Next, Wen Qingzhi said something, but Xiao Wan didn't hear it clearly.

Since it is "Cuì Yàn Qī Fāng Huá", it is still elegant.

Um...

This is purely a case of making trouble for no reason

The old lady's chopsticks froze, and she stared blankly.

Mother Wen was in high spirits

The cold water, which can be quite chilling, is also very freezing when poured onto clothes

Xiao Wan was shot in the knee, and suddenly felt as if the world had turned upside down

Xiao Wan, with a sorrowful expression on her small face, clutched Wen Shao's arm, feeling as if the world had collapsed, not even knowing how to cry.

Why is Mom Wen's reaction so different from what I imagined

On such a cold day, even with the heating on...

Ke Wen understood vaguely that this was a calamity for him

As the Wen family members rushed over to express their concern and inquire about her well-being, Mother Wen felt wronged and humiliated, wishing she could just end it all. Suddenly, she heard the bathroom door slam shut with a loud bang. The elderly lady covered her face and, with her shoulders trembling, returned to her bedroom

Uh?

The taste of this dish feels bland, I'll go add some salt.

It is an engagement.

Wen's mother looked very unwell, "What do you mean by that? Your mother has been bullied, and you are here defending someone? Who carried you for ten months with great difficulty, taking care of you through thick and thin? Have I wasted my years of love for you, marrying a wife and forgetting my mother, raising children only to feed the wolves!

Unfortunately, Wen Qing is still single.

Wen Shao has a sharp tongue, and Xiao Wan has experienced it firsthand

However, she still strives to restrain herself

If this is a mouse, it must be a clever and highly intelligent mouse with bright eyes.

The sound of crackling filled the ears, causing the eardrums to resonate slightly.

Over time, except for a few persistent cats, few people would consider making advances on Wen Qing - everyone knows she is like a water lily, to be admired from afar but not to be trifled with.

Wen Shao glanced lightly at his mother, brought the tender and juicy snow frog to his lips, chewed it carefully, swallowed, and then leisurely looked at Xiao Wan, saying: "That dish is called Clear Offering Lotus White"

The old lady is indeed not someone to be trifled with

Turning her face, she unexpectedly revealed a faint smile

Xiao Wan's chopsticks reached here, and Wen Shao's voice fell here; Xiao Wan's chopsticks fell there, and Wen Shao's voice rose there

In short, don't embarrass yourself, just stay calm

It must be said that Mother Wen is also a lively character who easily takes the bait; she was effortlessly distracted by Aunt Luo, her entire focus now on how to defeat her future daughter-in-law, indignantly listing all the faults of this new prospective daughter-in-law—Aunt Luo merely listened, not participating in the discussion

Mother Wen expressionlessly picked up a large chopstick full of boiled pork slices and placed it into Xiao Wan's bowl, urging her, "If you like it, eat more, so that others won't say our Wen family is stingy"

Before her words had even finished, someone raised an objection: "Hey, wait a minute, Sister Xiaowan, I remember your classmate got married and had children at the age of twenty-three, which is later than the legal age. How did that become early marriage and early childbearing?"

Separated by the phone, Wang Lan was astonished at that moment

Wen Shao had no doubt that if he had not reached out a hand to her in the fire pit, this girl’s experience in blind dates would have involved all the Four Great Kings, the Five Tiger Generals, the Eight Great Protectors, the Twelve Golden Hairpins, and the One Hundred and Eight Heroes, only to immediately follow up with another five hundred Arhats.

Hmph, it's just a bottle of Moutai, when have I ever been short of your liquor?

She was stunned, gazing at Young Master Wen with tears of frustration in her eyes

Her experience in interacting with elders can be described as extremely limited

Have you been to see a doctor

Sigh, what happened? How could you be so careless as to let the gift box slip from your hands? Qing Ge just got off work, you must be hungry, come and eat, I will clean up. Aunt Luo brought various dishes to the dining table, and upon seeing the expressions of everyone in the hall were not very good, she quickly changed the subject after noticing the gift box scattered on the floor

Such elegant dishes are naturally not to be disturbed

Today, Brother Qing is bringing his wife back. The heating is very sufficient, and Aunt Luo is embroidering a full cross-stitch of the Twelve Beauties of Jinling, while smiling.

Moreover, Xiao Wan took a short leave, first went to the pharmacy to buy a few boxes of tranquilizing oral solution, and then spent half a day wandering around the high-end liquor area. Watching the prices soar, she gritted her teeth and spent money to buy a bottle of Moutai. Holding the items in her hand, despite the cold weather, she felt her palms were damp and sweaty.

Father Wen understood and cleared his throat, saying with authority: "What are you standing there for? Eat first! Today's dishes are quite good, all of which are your brother's favorites..."

This girl is not favored by her, so how could she show her a good face

idiot

What do you think? Do you think my complexion is poor? Do you think I look like someone in middle age, with osteoporosis and lacking vitality? Or do you think I am overly emotional and annoying? Why does this young girl have so many tricks up her sleeve... I just want to say how good our Qing Ge'er is, why is it so hard for him to find a girlfriend!

This aroma is so intense that it feels explosively spicy just by smelling it

Even face-changing is not as exaggerated as Mother Wen

Bang

Hiss ... ...

Wen Shaoxiao smiled and said a few words. He criticized the short stature of one family's daughter and the irritable personality of another family's maid. No matter who you point to, he can pick out a bunch of flaws. He has high standards and cannot tolerate any flaws. Because of this, many daughters in the military compound secretly shed tears like the Yangtze River and the Yellow River.

As expected, when Mother Wen fell and hurt her hand, her tone turned cold: "What do you mean by sending me tranquility?" It was as if the heating was insufficient, and the cold wind from outside rushed in, lingering around Mother Wen's aura, making one feel a sudden chill.

After work in the evening, the old lady immediately ran to the agreed location to wait for Wen Qingzhi to pick her up. Although the company encourages office romances, Xiaowan always feels uncomfortable, so she strongly opposes Wen Qingzhi coming downstairs to pick her up directly after work.

If Wen Dashao were to know that Xiaowan embraced such a non-picky attitude, treating herself as a piece of tender meat delivered to his door, his expression would likely turn ashen immediately

Wen's mother is the kind of person who is persistent and single-minded.