Because Yan had fair skin coupled with the intense color of the lip gloss, it didn’t matter how quickly she tried removing the color because the lip gloss had stained her delicate, fair skin. Yan felt helpless and she had no choice but to pick up the makeup remover. She answered Luo Huimei while applying some makeup remover, “I’m almost done.”
“What on earth are you doing?”
“Aunty Zhou, go ahead and take your seat at the table first,” Han Qing’s voice suddenly spoke right outside the door. Yan was shocked to her core. Why is he here too? Is he planning to join the fun? Fortunately, I managed to remove the lip-gloss stain. However, something worse happened—a patch of her foundation was gone. Yan was rendered speechless when she saw that. It’s true that I’m down on my luck this year. Nothing is going smoothly for me, no matter what I do this year. She was left with no choice but to remove all her makeup and foundation. Then, she washed her face with some facial cleanser.
Han Qing saw Yan walking out of the bathroom when he opened the room door. Water droplets clung onto her face. Their eyes met. Yan felt like crying in her mind. I want to give him my best side. Why did I ruin that again? Therefore, she smiled at him awkwardly while explaining, “I just woke up, so I figured I’d feel refreshed after washing my face.”
“Okay.” Han Qing nodded while taking a handkerchief out of his pocket to wipe away the water droplets from Yan’s face. “Alright, let’s have dinner. Uncle and Aunty Zhou have waited quite a long time for you.”
Yan was about to take the handkerchief from Han Qing to wash it, but he already kept it back in his pocket. After that, he led her out of the room. In all honesty, Yan wanted to ask several questions, Why are you staying back to have dinner with us? Have you been hanging around since afternoon? You couldn’t have stayed by my side all the while and staring at me while I slept, could you? Nevertheless, she just couldn’t bring herself to ask those questions in the end.
By the time they arrived at the kitchen, both Mr. and Mrs. Zhou were already seated at the table. Luo Huimei nudged her husband when Han Qing and Yan approached them. “Old man, just look at them. Don’t you think they are made for each other?”
Mr. Zhou glanced at them through his far-sighted glasses. “President Han is such an outstanding man, but our daughter…” he commented.
“Hey! What are you saying? That’s your daughter you’re talking about. What kind of parent speaks ill of their own daughter?”
“Well, I know what she’s like because she is my daughter.”
“Hmph! I don’t care! My daughter is a catch and whoever ends up with her is lucky. The two of them compliment each other and they are a match made in heaven.”
Mr. Zhou was rendered speechless when he heard that. He did not want to argue with Luo Huimei. Besides, there’s no right match when it comes to feelings and relationships. It all depends on both parties involved. What good does it do if a couple look good together in appearance, but they can’t connect emotionally? In the beginning, when I learned that my daughter’s boyfriend is President Han from the Han Group, I admit that I was shaken. Others might not understand what the Han Group represented. However, I’ve worked in the Ye Group, so I’m well-aware of the scale at which these large groups operate.
The Ye, Han and Lin Groups were all large renowned companies. Previously, when Mr. Zhou arranged for Yan to join the company, he hoped that his ordinary daughter would find a partner similar to her—working in the company. Then, they’d end up getting married with a perfect life ahead of them. Mr. Zhou hoped that she would live a contented life with her husband and children. However, he never expected her to quit her job halfway and he was furious about it. However, he accepted it because he figured it was fine as long as his daughter was happy. Happiness in life and health are the most important thing within a person’s limited lifetime.
Well, I might not have understood this theory if I hadn’t brushed shoulders with death. Hence, I’ve always assumed my daughter would fall for someone ordinary—perhaps someone working in the company’s management level at best. I never expected her to end up with President Han. I am very happy that my daughter’s boyfriend is capable, but as a father, I feel both happy and worried. After all, he is Han Qing of the Han Group. Previously, I heard that Han Qing is not interested in women. In fact, no woman had ever been close to him. Yet, he’s suddenly with my daughter now. Could it be due to his age? Does he want to get married? Is that why he’s choosing a random woman to fulfill that role? Even if he were to randomly pick a woman, he wouldn’t have picked my daughter.
Later, Luo Huimei told him that Yan was the best friend of Han Qing’s biological younger sister. She explained that they knew each other for quite some time when they were abroad. Mr. Zhou felt slightly relieved upon learning that. Despite the truth, he was still extremely worried. Of course I love my daughter and it’s because I love my daughter that I’m worried that Yan would suffer when she’s together with Han Qing. After all, he is such an outstanding man. What would I do if he isn’t serious about my daughter? What would happen if he decides to just abandon Yan? Nevertheless, Mr. Zhou did not voice out his thoughts.
This was Han Qing’s first time as a guest in the Zhou Family’s residence. He did not have time to bring any gifts over, but Luo Huimei had cooked up a feast for him.
“Han Qing, this is your first time as a guest here, but I’m not sure what you like. That’s why I made a bit of everything. Please let me know if there is anything not up to your liking,” Luo Huimei remarked earnestly once the food is served.
Yan and Han Qing sat side-by-side at the table. She was shocked when she saw the dishes on the table. Throughout my countless meals at home, this is the first time I’ve witnessed such a feast. It almost feels like a five-star hotel spread. It is extravagant, yet wasteful, Yan thought to herself. We can’t possibly finish so much food.
Han Qing was surprised as well, but he noticed Luo Huimei’s enthusiastic smile. Hence, he knew that Yan’s mother was being friendly and trying to make him feel welcomed. However, it was possible that she treated him with courtesy due to his status, so Han Qing shook off his cold and distant aura while letting his guard down. “Aunty Zhou, you don’t have to trouble yourself in the future. I’m not a picky-eater. I eat everything.”
Luo Huimei commented with a smile, “That won’t do. These are all home-cooked food. I’m sure you are not used to it. However, it’s better to have more home-cooked food in your daily life. You shouldn’t always eat out. My cooking might not be better than those famous chefs, but my cooking is healthy and hygienic.”
Yan felt embarrassed while listening to Luo Huimei’s nagging. Usually, only restaurants that had not passed the health standard screening were unhygienic. However, five and six stars hotels or even the chefs whom Han Qing hired were all up-to-standard—in fact, they emphasized holistic health.
“Mom…” Yan interrupted Luo Huimei. “Let’s eat.” Then, she turned to Han Qing while commenting tentatively, “If you’re not used to it, we can—”
“Not at all.” Han Qing smiled faintly. “This is such a warm feeling. I haven’t experienced this in many years.”
Han Qing used to be alone and he was used to having meals alone as well. When he was in senior high, Han Qing had paid Lin Xuzheng’s home a visit. Lin Xuzheng’s home was similar to this. During festivities, there’d be a feast where everyone would surround the table while they chatted in a lively manner.
