Lin Xichen quickened his steps intentionally so that Lin Xinyan would be able to match Zong Jinghao’s pace. “Ruixi, let me hold your hand, alright?” Lin Xichen suggested while reaching out to the little girl’s hand.
Shaking her head, Lin Ruixi protested, “I want daddy to hold my hand!”
Lin Xichen went speechless.
Why did she not get my hint at all?
Letting out a sigh, Lin Xichen did not continue to insist. He decided to wait for a better time to matchmake them.
The masterplan was that Lin Xichen could hold Lin Ruixi’s hand and Zong Jinghao then could hold Lin Xinyan’s! What a pity that Lin Ruixi did not cooperate.
Lin Xichen’s plan failed.
A number of cars were at the entrance of the village. As the road was bumpy, it was not convenient for Bai Yinning to walk out of the village since he was wheelchair-bound. Hence, Bai Yinning left earlier than everyone else.
“It’s been a while since I last met you, Ms. Lin,” Bai Yinning smiled as he peered at the woman who approached.
Lin Xinyan greeted, “Thank you so much for your referral previously, Mr. Bai.”
Lin Xinyan did not continue the conversation. The way Bai Yinning spoke made it seem that they were close but they were never so close to begin with.
Bai Yinning could tell that Lin Xinyan was distancing herself. In response, he let out a laughter. Turning towards Zong Jinghao, whose face darkened by the second, Bai Yinning did not hold in his chuckles.
“You used to call me Yinning, and now you address me as Mr. Bai. Is it because of him?” Bai Yinning asked while pointing to Zong Jinghao.
If Bai Yinning wanted to take advantage of Zong Jinghao in the business world, it would be close to impossible. However, Bai Yinning could create some trouble for him through Lin Xinyan.
Almost instantly, Lin Xinyan knew Bai Yinning’s intentions.
Although things were awkward between them, it was obvious that Lin Xinyan knew who to side. If she responded to Bai Yinning’s request and addressed him by his name, it would definitely make Zong Jinghao feel upset. She did not want him to feel that way.
“I will definitely answer to your requests since you saved me before. I won’t forget that I still owe you a favor. However, Mr. Bai, I am now married. I don’t want to create any misunderstandings. I hope that you can understand and please don’t make things difficult for me.” Lin Xinyan replied.
Upon hearing her words, Zong Jinghao’s face brightened almost immediately while Bai Yinning went speechless.
Bai Yinning wanted to make things hard for Zong Jinghao but now it seemed that he had shot himself in the foot.
Although Bai Yinning was unwilling to let Zong Jinghao off so easily, if Bai Yinning rejected Lin Xinyan’s suggestion, it would be clear that Bai Yinning was finding trouble for the both of them.
“Of course, Ms. Lin. I understand,” Bai Yinning reassured.
Lin Xinyan did not want to make things too awkward since Bai Yinning had saved her and even taken good care of her previously. “If I have the chance, let me treat you to a meal. Thank you so much for bringing me here…” Lin Xinyan offered.
“No problem, thank you in advance for the treat,” Bai Yinning beamed a little.
As Lin Xinyan finished her sentence, Zong Jinghao’s expression darkened instantaneously. This realization made Bai Yinning crack a grin. However, Lin Xinyan was not aware of Zong Jinghao’s displeasure.
Lin Xinyan was still dwelling on the incident. Many thoughts rushed through her mind.
Did I do anything wrong? Why can’t he just tell me about it? Why is he being so cold out of the blue? Maybe…he doesn’t like me anymore?
Forcing herself to stop overthinking, Lin Xinyan grabbed Lin Xichen’s hand and said, “Let’s go.”
Lin Xichen could feel the dejection in Lin Xinyan’s voice.
Obediently, Lin Xichen followed Lin Xinyan. However, he did not get into the vehicle but pointed to the caravan behind it and exclaimed, “Mommy, I want to sit in that car. It’s more comfortable and really spacious. Ruixi and I usually go with that car.”
“Yes! Mommy, do you want to sit with us? It’s been a while since you sat with us. I miss you so much,” Lin Ruixi ran towards Lin Xinyan and pouted.
Lin Xinyan could see the expectations in the little girl’s eyes.
In Lin Xichen’s mind, he gave his sister a thumbs up. For once, she was being useful.
Knowing how clingy Lin Ruixi was towards Zong Jinghao, Lin Xinyan knew that Zong Jinghao would follow them to that caravan. However, Lin Xinyan did not want to face him at the moment.
“It’s going to be really squeezy…” Lin Xinyan tried to reject.
“No mommy! It’s really big! There’s a bed, sofa and television. Mommy, you can even take a nap in there! It’s comfy there!” Lin Ruixi persuaded.
Hearing their conversation, gloom enveloped Zong Jinghao. If only there was no one with them, Zong Jinghao would definitely ask why was she trying so hard to avoid him!
Bottling his discontent, Zong Jinghao wrapped his arms around Lin Xinyan’s waist and muttered, “If you don’t want to sit with Ruixi and Xichen, where would you like to sit?” Ignoring her resistance, Zong Jinghao pulled them towards the vehicle.
Lin Xinyan was struggling to avoid his touch and refuted, “It’s not that I don’t want to sit with my children. I just don’t want to bother you!”
“How are you bothering me? “ Zong Jinghao uttered beside her ears, ensuring that only she could hear him.
Lin Xinyan did not reply. Zong Jinghao was the one who started this entire ordeal! After he himself started to distance away from her, why was he trying to imply that Lin Xinyan was the one who was looking for trouble?
“Stay away from Bai Yinning. We have returned that favor of saving you. Why must you treat him a meal? Look at how smug he was!” Zong Jinghao grunted under his breath.
Zong Jinghao didn’t know much he wanted to rip off that smile etched on Bai Yinning’s face.
“He took good care of me, why can’t I treat him to a meal?” Lin Xinyan rebutted. Using her elbow, she jabbed Zong Jinghao’s arm away, Without saying more, Lin Xinyan carried Lin Ruixi and held onto Lin Xichen’s arm and they entered the vehicle.
Inevitably, Zong Jinghao’s heart stung a little.
This woman!
Pft!
Su Zhan could not hold onto his laughter any longer.
This was the first time Su Zhan witnessed that somebody could argue and even jab Zong Jinghao, leaving him here, helpless!
Su Zhan really wanted to ask Zong Jinghao if it hurt.
Ha, ha, ha!
Furrowing his brows, Zong Jinghao glared at Su Zhan and hissed, “Are you not afraid that you might bite your tongue?”
Zong Jinghao then entered the car.
Upon hearing his words, Su Zhan froze a little.
I…I didn’t even do anything. Why can’t I even smile now? And… it’s not so easy to bite my own tongue…
“You are dumb,” Qin Ya commented as she rolled her eyes. Ignoring Su Zhan, Qin Yan went up to Shen Peichuan and asked, “Mr. Shen, can I hitch a ride from you?”
“My pleasure, “ Shen Peichuan answered while he stole a glance at Su Zhan.
“Shen Peichuan! Are you still my friend?” Su Zhan stormed as he held onto Shen Peichuan’s collar.
Shen Peichuan threw his palms out and smirked, “She was the one who asked. I can’t possibly reject a lady, am I right?”
“Get lost!” Su Zhan bellowed. He released his grip as Shen Peichuan took a step back.
Actually, Shen Peichuan did not want to let Qin Ya hitch a ride from him. All Shen Peichuan wanted to do was to joke around with Su Zhan.
Regardless of whether or not would they end up together, Shen Peichuan could tell that Su Zhan was in love with Qin Ya. Unlike his previous relationships, Su Zhan was serious in this one.
“I’ll have to give someone else a ride. Su Zhan will give you a ride instead. As you can tell, if I let you ride with me, he will murder me,” Shen Peichuan sounded helpless.
As he spoke, Shen Peichuan made a gesture of cutting his own neck with his finger, leaving Qin Ya speechless.
There are so many cars here, I don’t believe that I must hitch a ride from Su Zhan!
However, she was really rejected by everyone else!
“Ms. Qin. Please don’t put us in a difficult position. We are all boors, it’s not that suitable for you to squeeze with all the guys. How about you go with Mr. Su? He can give you a ride.”
Qin Ya glared at Su Zhan and ignored the triumph etched across his face. She strode swiftly towards the caravan car. Before she could open the door, she was interrupted by Su Zhan’s voice. “The family of four was separated for so long. It’s not very nice of you to interrupt them, am I right?” Su Zhan spoke.
Qin Ya froze in place. On second thought, it was indeed not suitable for her to barge in like that, especially when Zong Jinghao and Lin Xinyan seemed to have some misunderstandings.
“How about you get in my car?” Without her approval, Su Zhan held onto her shoulders and urged her towards his car.
“Su Zhan!” Qin Ya threatened but to no avail. Why is this guy so annoying!
Ignoring her opposition, Qin Ya was finally stuffed into his car. As Qin Ya tried to get out of his car, Su Zhan leaned in and whispered, “Don’t force me to do anything offensive, especially with so many people looking.”
