Chapter 10: Cherishing Each Other (4)

Jiang Hao was left speechless by Ye Ran's unreasonable and forced explanation

Jiang Hao, with a grin on his face, teasingly remarked, "Could it be that you want to hop all the way home? I have no objections, as long as you don't mind being the center of attention"

Ye Ran shook her head, and the image of Jiang Hao holding her in his arms surfaced in her mind, causing her face to feel a sudden warmth

Supplementing Yin with Yang! Jiang Hao grinned with a playful smile

Jiang Hao blinked and nodded, "Alright, go ahead and ask!"

"You don't know? Then do you want to know?" Ye Ran asked Jiang Hao with a smile, tilting her chin slightly.

Jiang Hao was choked by saliva, coughing...

Jiang Hao raised his face and looked at Ye Ran, not answering, but changing the subject, "What’s up? Are you interested in me? Why are you concerned about such a private matter?"

Ah! As Ye Ran just stood up straight, he felt a sharp pain in his ankle, and could not help but grab onto Jiang Hao to maintain his balance

Jiang Hao couldn't help but roll his eyes, and helplessly pleaded, "Your mouth is truly too eloquent; I admit defeat. Where is your medicine cabinet? Do you have any plasters or something?"

Ye Ran glanced at Jiang Hao with a thoughtful expression, her eyes rolling a couple of times. With a cheerful smile, she pointed at the leftover broth from the spicy crab dish and said, "Do you want to hear about my blind date? No problem! First, drink up this pot of soup, and then I will slowly tell you all about it"

"What is wrong with you?" Jiang Hao asked with concern as he casually supported Ye Ran.

A piece of skin has fallen from the sky, do you want it or not

Ye Ran shook her head without hesitation and fervently defended herself: "No, absolutely not! On my honor, do you really think that I, being so unkind, ungracious, and unkind-hearted, would intentionally make things difficult for you?"

Thirty-three years old

Well, this... Jiang Hao did not expect Ye Ran to suddenly raise such a question

Go to hell! Ye Ran, in a bad mood, kicked Jiang Hao with her foot, then retracted it, curling up on the sofa with the cushion, enjoying the rare quietness and no longer speaking.

"What are you sneering about? Have you enslaved me, making you feel particularly pleased?" Upon returning home, Jiang Hao placed Ye Ran on the sofa and took a moment to catch his breath

When was your first time without it? Was it given to your right hand or your left hand

You truly have an eye for quality! Everyone loves to hear flattering words, and Ye Ran is no exception. After receiving so many compliments, a smile naturally blossomed on their face.

What happened? Is it difficult to answer? Or, are your two hands together?" Ye Ran blinked her bright black eyes, looking very curious

Jiang Hao casually glanced at Ye Ran, waved to the waiter to settle the bill, and then turned to Ye Ran and said: "I am treating you to a lavish meal to lift your spirits, so tell me about your blind date."

My home does not have a medicine cabinet ... ... nor any plasters ... ... can that adhesive bandage work? '' Ye Ran bit her lip, speaking somewhat sheepishly.

Ye Ran continued to be nonchalant, "Oh dear, what is there to be so excited about? Is it really necessary for you to cough like that? It's not like you have tuberculosis!"

Due to a sprained ankle, Ye Ran took a week's sick leave, staying at home to recuperate. Every day, Jiang Hao delivered three meals to her door, along with changing the medicated plaster and providing massages

"Yeran, why don't you just skip the blind date? Let's just make do with each other like this, shall we?" Jiang Hao asked, half-seriously, while pinching Yeran's leg.

Jiang Hao steadily rose to his feet, wrapping his arms around Ye Ran's waist. Under the watchful gaze of the waitstaff in the establishment, he gracefully carried Ye Ran out the door, heading straight for the parking lot

"Are you doing this on purpose to mess with me?" Jiang Hao's expression had shifted from frantic to a resentful accusation

At this moment, Jiang Hao even omitted the twitching of his lips.

Jiang Hao shook his head helplessly, wanting to be angry but unable to bring himself to do so. He could only self-deprecatingly tug at the corners of his mouth and sighed, "The heart of a woman is indeed like a needle in the sea. Just a moment ago, she was as gentle as water, and now she has turned cold and heartless, telling me to get lost. I apologize, but at my age, I have truly never been told to get lost. If you would, could you please demonstrate it for me?"

Ye Ran did not look at Jiang Hao, instead staring blankly at the dark television screen in front of her. She felt a vague discomfort in her heart, deeply disliking this uncontrollable emotion. It seemed that something was lacking between her and Jiang Hao. When she wanted to seek clarity, Jiang Hao provided a vague answer. As Ye Ran contemplated simply remaining confused, Jiang Hao, on the other hand, desired a clear and straightforward reality.

Jiang Hao carefully carried Ye Ran back home and gently opened the door to enter the house

Jiang Hao bent down, half-squatting in front of Ye Ran, patted his back, and invited, "Come up, I will take you home"

Ye Ran pointed seriously at Jiang Hao and exaggeratedly said, "Since you have taken it, why are you asking me? You are so foolish! If you have taken it, it naturally means you have an extra layer of skin compared to usual; isn't that what a thick-skinned person is? Since you are thick-skinned, how could you blush?"

Ye Ran raised an eyebrow, playfully retorting, "I feel that enslaving you is quite enjoyable! However, it seems that you feel even more pleasure being enslaved by me. Tell me, do you have a penchant for masochism?"

Ye Ran spoke slowly and unhurriedly: "Spring has arrived, and the flowers are blooming. What is so strange about longing for spring? Unlike you, who not only longs for spring but also has two little worms down there." Then, with a gentle smile at Jiang Hao, he said: "Foolish, foolish, foolish..."

Ye Ran gazed at Jiang Hao's serious profile as he helped her change the medicated plaster, his features well-defined and his nose high and straight. She couldn't help but swallow and asked, "Jiang Hao, how old are you?"

Ye Ran regained her composure, enthusiastically picking crab meat from the pot, and joyfully exclaimed, "Ah, finally no one is competing with me for food."

The era of naive and romantic fantasies about love has passed; what she desires now is not the sweet and tender moments of affection, but rather a simple and ordinary life. Forget it, forget it; there is no need to dwell on the matter with Jiang Hao, it is exhausting. Being good friends like this is quite nice.

Having eaten and drunk to satisfaction, it is time to go home, wash up, and sleep! Ye Ran wiped the red oil from his mouth with a tissue, rubbing his round belly with one hand, feeling content.

Jiang Hao was left speechless by Ye Ran's words, and after a long while, he quietly murmured, "We have all played around with ****."

Jiang Hao got up, his expression pale, "It's nothing!"

Yeran, still shaken, patted her chest and silently exclaimed how fortunate it was! Thankfully, the ground was not too hard, and fortunately, she had the quick reflexes to grab something to cushion her fall; otherwise, her old bones would have truly fallen apart

You are just * * * * ." Ye Ran shot a glance at Jiang Hao, "Get lost, get lost, I don't want to see * * * * .

Upon hearing this, Ye Ran rolled her eyes in exasperation and said, "Ah? You can still feel embarrassed? Your skin is as thick as a city wall."

What harm is there in listening again

"Yaran, you are very good, very strong!" Jiang Hao struggled for a while before finally expressing this resentful summary. What does it mean to spend money to buy suffering? His current situation is exactly that! Moreover, women are indeed petty; the few words he just said were returned to him unchanged.

"Who says I don't want to be in a relationship?" Ye Ran retorted angrily, staring into Jiang Hao's dark eyes. "However, I would like to ask, is your idea of a relationship based on the premise of marriage?"

There are not many women, but it can't be said that there are not enough! Jiang Hao was packing the medicine box, responding in a manner that seemed both genuine and feigned, and his playful smile truly made it difficult for others to discern the truth.

Ye Ran turned her face and found Jiang Hao looking at her with a gentle expression. This gaze left Ye Ran defenseless, filled with an indescribable fluster, prompting her to shift her gaze away and awkwardly ask: "Why not get married?"

Wow! I am so honored! To be loved by everyone, to have flowers bloom at my presence, and to be noticed by the stunningly beautiful Ye Ran, who could make a car tire burst, I must have been incredibly fortunate in my past life. I am extremely honored, extremely honored indeed!" Jiang Hao exaggeratedly praised Ye Ran with thunderous admiration.

Before I tell you, let me ask you a question!" Ye Ran looked at Jiang Hao with a serious expression in her dark eyes.

The maintenance is truly impressive! What are the secrets behind it?" After sincerely praising, Ye Ran did not forget to ask out of curiosity.

This minor sprain can be treated with a plaster; just straighten it out! Is it really necessary to go to the hospital?" Jiang Hao replied without even looking up.

The corner of Ye Ran's mouth twitched, "Yin collection to supplement Yang? So you mean there are many women?"

Jiang Hao rolled his eyes in silence and glanced at the ceiling, realizing that there is no point in reasoning with women, as they simply do not enjoy reasoning at all

Ye Ran said with a playful smile, "Sister has many stories about blind dates, it would be a real pity if you don't listen to them"

Ah? Ye Ran stared in astonishment at Jiang Hao, who was bending down to carry her, feeling somewhat hesitant

Only dating, not marrying. At the age of twenty-five, Ye Ran would consider it, but at twenty-eight, she no longer has the courage to think about it. Moreover, for a thirty-three-year-old man who still wants to engage in romance rather than directly asking for a marriage registration, Ye Ran has too many uncertainties in her heart. She is twenty-eight now and cannot afford the frivolities of love anymore

In this way, such emotions can be approached or withdrawn, yet there remains an inability to grasp and hold onto such feelings

Jiang Hao's expression was somewhat flustered and at a loss, and after a sigh, he slowly said: "Personally, I prefer to be a bachelor and enjoy the state of being in love! Aside from that marriage certificate, I can offer you a romantic and beautiful love affair! What do you think, will you consider me?"

"Consider it nonsense," Ye Ran said irritably, "Before I tell you to get lost, you better leave on your own. What I want is marriage, not a relationship."

It seems I have twisted my ankle! Ye Ran grimaced in pain and let out a few cries.

Chairman Mao once said, "Any romance that does not have marriage as a premise is merely a form of debauchery." Ye Ran solemnly quoted Chairman Mao's words

Jiang Hao was about to respond with a refusal, but suddenly came to his senses. If he said no, wouldn't that be shameless? So he decided to say yes and see how Ye Ran would explain it

Well, I have taken a liking to you! The way Yaran responded was so smooth.

"Why are you still dawdling? Hurry up and come up!" Jiang Hao urged impatiently.

"Jiang Hao, I said, I have taken a liking to you. You should at least give me some response, right?" Ye Ran stretched out her foot and kicked Jiang Hao's shoulder lightly.

"So, were you just about to ask me about the blind date?" Ye Ran pointed out Jiang Hao's intentions seriously, "You mustn't tell me that you asked because you are interested in me!"

Yeran put on a smile and, feigning pity, said: "Then, could you please help me buy it?"

Ye Ran bit her lip, reluctantly leaning against Jiang Hao's back, reaching out to hook her arm around his neck, her cheeks burning hot. In all her years, apart from her father, no other man had ever carried her. This feeling was quite strange

"So you mean you want me to hug you?" Jiang Hao raised his elegantly arched eyebrows and continued to ask with a smile.

Isn't that so?" Jiang Hao curled his lips and muttered softly, "You have raised your expectations now, wanting to get married directly without even dating?"

"My skin is as thick as a city wall? How was I not aware of that?" Jiang Hao lowered his brows and pretended to be shy

"Jiang Hao, are you alright?" Ye Ran clumsily got up using both hands and feet, casually inquiring about Jiang Hao's condition.

Jiang Haobai shot a glance at Ye Ran and retorted with irritation, "Band-aid, do you think it will work?"

Jiang Hao silently looked at Ye Ran, waiting for her next words

Ye Ran's thoughts turned endlessly as she recalled her childhood, when her father would carry her around, visiting friends in the streets and alleys. Those were the beautiful times of her youth, and a natural smile involuntarily blossomed at the corners of her mouth

Ye Ran made a face at Jiang Hao's back, grinning widely, and then casually grabbed a magazine, flipping through the pages haphazardly. Having someone to care for you is indeed a very fortunate thing

Jiang Hao's lips twitched slightly as he looked at Ye Ran, who had already stood up. He gentlemanly took the bag for Ye Ran and said lightly: "I do have a bit of interest in you. You, on the other hand, should have just kept it to yourself. Why did you have to make me say it out loud? It makes me feel quite embarrassed"

Ye Ran smugly pouted her lips, her face beaming with a radiant smile. However, in the next moment, her joy turned to sorrow. The eight-centimeter high heels slipped slightly on the slightly wet floor, causing her to lose her balance. Before she could even exclaim in surprise, she instinctively reached out to grab something for support and fell straight back.

"Yaran, you are a strong woman!" Jiang Hao pondered for a long time before coming up with such a descriptor, and then he gave a thumbs up, looking utterly impressed, "A woman, fierce, not human."

I am a man and I have no interest in such gossip about matchmaking with you

"Generally speaking, it's just average." Ye Ran modestly waved his hand.

Of course, it is impossible! Ye Ran shook her head without hesitation; asking her to bounce her way home, she is not a rabbit!

Do not move around, I will be back soon!" Jiang Hao instructed seriously, then opened the door and strode out.

"Yaran, how are you? Have you considered my proposal?" Jiang Hao asked seriously, staring at Yaran, while not forgetting to hold onto her foot to prevent her from kicking him out the door.

"It seems that you have indeed twisted it. Let me take you home!" Jiang Hao half-squatted, grasped Ye Ran's ankle that was dangling there, and after carefully examining it for a moment, he spoke.

It seems unnecessary to go, Nightran said awkwardly

"Has your youthful heart stirred? What are you daydreaming about?" Jiang Hao looked at Ye Ran, who wore a bewildered expression, and couldn't help but smile as he continued to tease.

"Ah? Do we not need to go to the hospital?" Ye Ran opened her starry eyes and looked at Jiang Hao.

Forget it, then I won't listen anymore!" Upon hearing Ye Ran's words, Jiang Hao immediately backed down without hesitation

"Falling in love doesn't necessarily mean one has to get married," Jiang Hao added in disagreement