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"Xiao Li, Jia Qi, you're here."

After Xu Xiaoli and Zhong Jiaqi entered the room, they first gave Lin Muxi a big hug.

"Muxi, it's been a long time. We came right away as soon as we saw your message."

Lin Muxi's eyes sparkled with emotion as she took their hands and said warmly:

"Come in, come in and sit down. We just arrived not long ago, and our luggage is still scattered and unpacked."

Chen Chen also came out of the room.

"You are here."

Xu Xiaoli and Zhong Jiaqi immediately greeted him:
"Hello, senior."

Zhong Jiaqi looked around and asked with concern, "Do you need us to help you tidy up?"

Lin Muxi didn't stand on ceremony with them and said with a smile:

"That's great! Look at this box, it's full of food. Please take the food out and put it on the table. Zihan and the others should be here soon."

Xu Xiaoli and Zhong Jiaqi quickly took the luggage, squatted down, and gently opened the suitcase.

"Wow, so much delicious food! It smells so good, my mouth is watering!"

Zhong Jiaqi couldn't help but exclaim in amazement.

"These were all prepared by your uncle and aunt themselves."

Lin Muxi explained with a happy smile on her face.

Xu Xiaoli and Zhong Jiaqi naturally understood that the uncle and aunt Lin Muxi mentioned were Chen Chen's parents.

Xu Xiaoli tilted her head slightly and said with an envious look:

"Senior Chen Chen, you're so lucky! Your aunt and uncle are such great cooks, I'm so envious!"

Chen Chen was a little embarrassed by the praise and said:

"Let me pack the rest of my luggage first."

After saying that, he went into the room.

Lin Muxi responded with a smile:
"Yes, my senior's parents are always worried that he won't eat well when he's out, so they prepare such a big box of food for him every time."

When Zihan and the others arrive, let's all try it together, it's really delicious!

As they spoke, the three of them began to take things out of the box in an orderly manner.

Exquisite lunch boxes and beautifully packaged delicacies are presented before your eyes.

Zhong Jiaqi picked up a lunchbox, sniffed it gently, and praised it highly:

"Just by smelling this aroma, I know it must be incredibly delicious. The uncle and aunt's cooking skills must be exceptional."

Xu Xiaoli picked up a box of shortbread, examined it carefully, and said:
"This salt-baked chicken looks so tempting, even the bones smell delicious."

Just then, a hearty laugh came from outside the door, followed by the sound of footsteps.

"Chen Ergou, Mu Xi, junior sister, we're here."

Before the people arrive, the sound arrives first.

Lin Muxi said with a smile, "Senior Zihan and the others have arrived."

As soon as he finished speaking, the door was gently pushed open, and Lü Zihan and Jiang Tao walked into the room side by side.

As soon as Lü Zihan entered, a bright smile graced her face, her eyes gleaming with joy, and she said:
"Hey, Xiaoli and Jiaqi are here already. This house is so lively. Let me see what delicious food they have that made us call them over so eagerly."

Lu Zihan asked with a smile.

Lin Muxi stood up and greeted them:
"Seniors, you've come at the perfect time! Come and try the delicious food your aunt and uncle have prepared."

"So it's delicious food prepared by our parents. Then I won't be polite."

Having shared a dorm room with Jiang Tao and Chen Chen for so long, Lü Zihan already knew how good his parents' cooking was.

Every time Chen Chen was about to go home, the entire dormitory of 602 would eagerly anticipate his return.

why?
Because every time Chen Chen returned from home, he always brought back a "full harvest," always bringing back a huge pile of delicious and visually appealing food.

Chen Chen quickly unpacked his luggage and came out to sit with everyone. Upon seeing him, everyone turned to look at him.
"Wow, this is so delicious! Senior Chen Chen, your parents are absolutely master chefs!"

Zhong Jiaqi also picked up a chicken wing, savored it carefully, and nodded in approval:
"It's really good, even the bones smell delicious."

"Of course, don't you know what kind of person our mother is?"

Upon hearing Lü Zihan's words, Xu Xiaoli retorted without hesitation:

"What do you mean by 'our mom'? Even if she is your mom, she is Mu Xi and Chen Chen's mom, not yours."

Xiao Li's words successfully made Lin Muxi blush.

Lu Zihan also realized what was happening, "It's my fault, it's my fault, she's my godmother, my godmother."

"Ha ha ha ha……"

"..."

Everyone sat around in the living room, eating snacks and chatting about interesting things that happened in Chenjia Village.

Just as the group was chatting enthusiastically, Chen Chen's phone suddenly rang. The caller ID showed Zhou Yuyang.

Chen Chen was slightly taken aback, a hint of hesitation flashing in his eyes, but he still raised his hand to answer the phone.

Zhou Yuyang's voice came through the phone quickly, tinged with sadness and hesitation:
"Chen Chen, I...I won't go. You guys have fun."

Chen Chen glanced at Lin Muxi subconsciously, the promise he made to Qin Yao instantly flashing through his mind. After a moment's thought, he slowly said:

"She didn't come; we parted ways as soon as we got off the plane. So you..."

A soft sigh came from Zhou Yuyang on the phone, tinged with a hint of helplessness:

"Well, she probably didn't want to see me, that's why she didn't go to the party."

Chen Chen paused for a moment, then asked, "Why don't you come over? Let's all get together."

"forget it."

Zhou Yuyang's tone was full of desolation.

Chen Chen couldn't help but sigh; things had ultimately developed to this point.

He said helplessly, "Alright, I'll save you some good food and have Zihan and the others bring it back to you later."

"Thanks, bro."

Zhou Yuyang's voice was filled with gratitude.

"Why are you being so polite with me?"

Chen Chen responded with a smile, trying to lighten the mood.

After hanging up the phone, Lin Muxi asked softly, "Was that Zhou Yuyang? Is he looking for Yao Yao?"

Chen Chen nodded, then shook his head. "Hmm~ He asked if Junior Sister Yao Yao was here."

Lin Muxi frowned slightly, revealing the same sighing expression as Chen Chen.

"Don't think about those unhappy things, let's continue eating delicious food."

Lu Zihan tried to break the slightly dull atmosphere by speaking while reaching for a pastry and taking a big bite.

"Yes, yes, we can't let so much delicious food go to waste."

Xu Xiaoli echoed this sentiment, picking up a piece of fruit and taking a bite.

The group then resumed their lively conversation, gradually shifting the topic from food to amusing anecdotes from the past.

Jiang Tao vividly recounted a funny incident Chen Chen had caused on the basketball court, making everyone laugh and the atmosphere light and cheerful again.

Seeing everyone's happy expressions, Lin Muxi quietly leaned closer to Chen Chen and whispered:

"Don't take it too hard. Some things are better left to their own devices."

Chen Chen nodded slightly and gave her a grateful look.

Before they knew it, dusk had fallen, and warm yellow light shone from inside, illuminating everyone's faces with a particularly cozy glow. (End of Chapter)