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Jiayuting, Room 1602, Building 5.

The atmosphere in the open kitchen is gradually becoming more enchanting.

A plate of steak, steaming hot, sits on the stovetop.

Lin Shen, however, leaned against the stove, looking down at Qin Yuennan with a smile.

She was half-squatting on the ground, her pretty face already flushed with embarrassment, and she would occasionally look up and glare fiercely at Lin Shen.

After all, what he said was really too much!
What does it mean to say whether you want to eat or not...?

What a shame!

"You're so annoying."

Qin Yuennan muttered to herself.

"If you keep doing this, I won't help you anymore."

"Feel sorry."

Seeing that Qin Yuennan was about to get up, Lin Shen quickly pressed down on her shoulder before sincerely making his request.

"Please, Sister Nan."

"Humph."

Seeing Lin Shen back down, Qin Yuennan's stubbornness subsided considerably.

Actually, he quite hoped to interact with Lin Shen in the same manner as before.

He was in a lower position, while she was in a higher position.

But her inner pride and aloofness still made her unable to resist taking the initiative to reclaim her superior position.

But now that Lin Shenyi has backed down, she doesn't want the position anymore.

This conflicting feeling is commonly referred to online as "twistedness".

However, Qin Yuennan was alright. Her dilemma wasn't about "whether you love me or not," but rather whether or not she should show her somewhat masochistic side to Lin Shen.

Because it was just too shameful!

But Lin Shen is the person I love most!

What harm is there in letting him see it?

Anyway, he won't tell anyone.

What's more, I'm meeting Lin Shen's parents tomorrow. Our relationship is no longer that of ordinary lovers, but rather that of engaged couples.

In the future, I will definitely introduce Lin Shen to my parents.

Since we've already established this kind of relationship, why should I still put on a show of indifference towards him?
Besides, I wore these clothes precisely to please him.

There's no shame or embarrassment in trying to please your man.

Qin Yuennan, it's time for you to wake up!
If you continue like this, Lin Shen will eventually be shut out by your pride and go find other women to have fun with.

This cannot be done!
After a struggle within herself, Qin Yuennan suddenly blushed and whispered something to herself.

"I want to eat……"

?

Upon hearing Qin Yuennan's soft yet very clear voice, Lin Shen was clearly taken aback, not expecting this aloof and mature woman to be so cooperative.

Then, his smile widened, and his words made passersby blush. He even flirted with Qin Yuenan in various ways.

Of course, although she felt jealous and ashamed inside, she eventually followed Lin Shen's lead and was gradually led by him. Her beautiful eyes were filled with a charming spring mist, and her original half-squatting position gradually turned into kneeling. She would even intentionally or unintentionally twist her sexy body.

This is a completely new version of "Qin Yuenan" that Lin Shen has never seen before.

This made him incredibly excited.

Preparing to meet the parents really makes a difference!

Sister Nan has also gradually developed her own abilities.

So, following various online tutorials, Lin Shen tamed Qin Yuenan completely.

Of course, she gradually got used to this top-bottom switching dynamic between the two of them.

After all, once you're shy at first, you'll gradually shed those feelings of modesty.

This aloof and sophisticated woman is gradually becoming Lin Shen's possession, at his beck and call.

……

Twenty minutes later.

A "splashing" sound came from the bathroom.

Qin Yuennan was cleaning her gold-rimmed glasses over and over again, then placed them on a tissue next to the washbasin before washing her face with facial cleanser.

Because she had warned Lin Shen before that no matter how excited he became, he should not impart any experience to Lin Shen in the end.

Of course, Lin Shen did as instructed.
The result is...

Qin Yuennan pursed her lips tightly. Thinking of the scene just now, she felt a strange sensation on her face again. She then washed her face with facial cleanser again before letting out a long sigh of relief while supporting herself on the washbasin.

She looked up at her slightly flushed face, which was damp with water, and then paused for a moment. She quickly pulled down a few strands of hair from her forehead and washed that small part of her face with shampoo in the washbasin.

Why is it here too?

Qin Yuennan complained inwardly, but every time she thought about it, her heart would still beat faster involuntarily.

She left the bathroom only after she had completely washed up.

At this moment, Lin Shen was reheating the now-cold steak and then serving it on the table.

Pour each of them a glass of red wine.

As the rich aroma of the wine filled the restaurant, Lin Shen couldn't help but take a deep breath and then slowly exhale.

Just then, he saw Qin Yuennan coming out of the bathroom, and immediately smiled and raised the glass of red wine in his hand to her.

"Sister Nan, your wine is quite good."

"..."

Qin Yuennan glared coldly at Lin Shen, clearly knowing that he was deliberately changing the subject to prevent her from mentioning what had just happened.

But she had to bring it up because she had nowhere to vent her shame and anger.

Why did you put it on my face?

"Well..."

Lin Shen sat at the dining table and stammered for a while before laughing and talking.

"Let's eat first, or the steak will get cold."

"Humph."

Qin Yuennan snorted coldly and then sat down opposite Lin Shen.

In fact, she knew very well why Lin Shen did this; it was nothing more than a man's little bit of conquering desire.

They probably learned it all from Japanese movies!
I really don't understand why they learn all these strange things from there. Can't they figure out what they like on their own?
Qin Yuennan mentally ranted and raved.

After all, she had Zhao Jianing as her strategist, who knew a lot about relationships between men and women.

Therefore, she didn't particularly dislike Lin Shen's behavior; on the contrary, she thought it was quite nice to have such a romantic atmosphere.

After all, the more outrageous the things couples do, the less likely they are to break up.

Of course, Qin Yuening didn't think she would break up with Lin Shen.

She carefully cut the steak on her plate with her knife and fork, then cut off a small piece and put it in her mouth.

It must be admitted that Australian M12 beef is of high quality; even after being reheated, the taste is still very unique.

Of course, if it weren't reheated, it would probably taste even better.

pity.

It's all Lin Shen's fault!
Qin Yuennan looked up and glared coldly at Lin Shen, then saw him raise his wine glass and smile.

"Sister Nan, shall we have a toast? Consider it my apology."

"I don't need your apology."

Compared to what Lin Shen had just done, Qin Yuenan disliked Lin Shen's distant and aloof behavior even more.

We're a couple now, why should I apologize?

You've done far worse things before, yet you're so reserved today.

Was my attitude too bad?
Qin Yuennan habitually reflected on herself for a moment before speaking softly.

"I'm not blaming you." "Then try it next time?"

Seeing Lin Shen's sudden change of expression and his wicked grin, Qin Yuennan glared at him, both embarrassed and annoyed.

"I won't try it!"

I was talking about steak.

Lin Shen picked up a piece of steak with his fork and put it in his mouth, chewing as he teased.

"Sister Nan, what are you thinking?"

"Lin! Shen!"

Qin Yuennan glared at him fiercely, her face already flushed red again. She even picked up a knife and made a threatening gesture, which frightened him so much that he immediately leaned back and waved his hands.

"No, no, no! If you murder your husband, you won't be able to leave tomorrow."

"Humph."

Qin Yuennan put down the knife and then changed the subject.

Otherwise, Lin Shen might have teased her about the question from earlier.

"What are your plans for the next few days after you get home?"

"You mean the plan?"

Lin Shen took a sip of red wine, his gaze wandering as he murmured to himself.

"Let me think. First of all, it's October 10.1st. There's not much to do that day, but I have a dinner with my childhood friends in the evening to discuss the wedding arrangements for the next day."

"Are you going to be a groomsman?"

Qin Yuennan looked at Lin Shen with slight surprise, while he smiled and shook his head.

"No, he invited me to be one a long time ago, before we were even dating, so I agreed."

"I have a girlfriend now, so I'm not going."

"Actually, it doesn't matter."

Qin Yuennan shrugged.

"Just go ahead and do it. It's not good to back out at the last minute."

"Sister Nan, you don't mind?"

Lin Shen tentatively asked a question, only to be met with a cold sidelong glance from Qin Yuenan.

“I don’t mind that you have so many women outside, but I would mind if you were my best man.”

"Besides, you've been in Shanghai for so long, what in a small county town could you possibly find someone you'd be interested in?"

Qin Yuennan lowered her eyelids, seemingly unconcerned about the matter.

"Don't go back on your word to a friend."

"Alright then, I'll go tell him."

Lin Shen took out his phone and sent a message to his childhood friend Chen Chang.

[Lin Shen: Chang, are you there?]
[Chen Chang: What's wrong, baby?]
"..."

Upon seeing the message from Chen Chang, Lin Shen couldn't help but shudder, his lips twitching slightly.

[Lin Shen: Don't be so disgusting!]
[Chen Chang: Okay, baby, I got it. Is it about you coming back for National Day? I've already made all the arrangements, just waiting for you to come back for the banquet.]
[Lin Shen: Not entirely, right? You invited me to be your best man before, are you still hiring?]
[Chen Chang: Hey! You're not going to change your mind and be my best man again, are you?]
[Lin Shen: Hmm]
[Chen Chang: Great! I'm short-staffed! Didn't you say you found a new girlfriend, and she's willing to let you be her?]
[Lin Shen: I'm willing.]
[Chen Chang: That sister-in-law is very generous. Okay, I'll make the arrangements. Remember to come for dinner on the evening of the 1st.]
[Lin Shen: OK]
After exchanging information with Chen Chang, Lin Shen continued to discuss the events of the past few days with Qin Yuennan.

"In that case, I'll attend the wedding on the 2nd, and I'll have nothing to do on the 3rd, so I can rest for a day and then plan what to do."

"I'm having a high school reunion on the 4th, do you want to come?"

"why are you not going?"

Qin Yuennan gave a soft snort.

Besides meeting Lin Shen's parents, she also wanted to appear in front of his friends when she went home with him this time.

After all, she knew very well that the woman who accompanied Lin Shen home before was his ex-girlfriend who had hurt him many times.

This time, she needs to reintroduce herself to those around Lin Shen, letting them know that he is in a relationship and has a new girlfriend.

The reason for following along was that Qin Yuening only knew Lin Shen as an acquaintance this time, so she naturally had to go with him.

"it is good."

Lin Shen was quite pleased to see that Qin Yuennan was willing to go with him to meet his high school classmates, and even felt a faint sense of anticipation.

After all, with her figure and appearance, she would be one in a hundred even in a top-tier city like Shanghai. Wouldn't she be a shoo-in for a girl in a small county town?

You should know that a man's face when he's out in public is given to him by his girlfriend or wife.

Being able to go out with a beauty like Qin Yuennan would definitely earn you enough face and merit!
"Then it's settled."

Lin Shen smiled and then continued.

"I don't have much to do on the 5th. I plan to do some shopping and then go to my grandfather's house for the Chinese New Year on the 6th."

Grandpa's house?
Upon hearing about this place, Qin Yuennan couldn't help but feel nervous, and then cautiously inquired.

Are your relatives coming back?

"more or less."

Lin Shen thought for a moment.

"My eldest and second uncles, as well as my brother and sister, should all be coming back."

How old are your brother and sister?

"Um... my sister is three years older than me, and my brother is one year older."

what?
Qin Yuennan frowned slightly, feeling a little lonely and nervous.

Actually, the age difference between her and Lin Shen has always been something she's been concerned about and worried about.

Although Lin Shen didn't mind, Qin Yuenan did.

Of course, being three years older is a very common age difference, but it always feels a bit awkward if the woman is three years older than the man.

What's more, Lin Shen's sister is only three years older than him!

Wouldn't that be the same size as me?

This was something Qin Yuennan found hard to accept.

Of course, Lin Shen saw through her worries and gently placed his hand on the back of her hand, comforting her with a soft laugh.

"Sister Nan, don't worry. If you don't tell me your age, who would guess that you're three years older than me?"

"But I can't lie to your parents if they ask."

Qin Yuennan grasped Lin Shen's hand in return, seemingly seeking his opinion.

Lin Shen's smile remained unchanged.

"Then let's be honest. My parents and relatives won't mind this."

“You are good-looking, have a better family background than me, and are more capable. I should be the one feeling inferior.”

"You're not allowed to say that!"

Qin Yuennan quickly squeezed Lin Shen's hand gently, gave him a cold look, and then began to lecture him in a serious tone.

“I don’t discriminate against you in any way, and you don’t need to convey this idea to your parents, you know? I am the junior, and they are the elders. I have to respect them.”

"I'm afraid they won't think that way."

Lin Shen smiled wryly.

He knows his parents very well.

If I brought a beauty like Qin Yuennan home, my father would probably ask me right away where I swindled her from.

They simply wouldn't believe they had such an amazing girlfriend.

If Qin Yuennan were to reveal her family background, her parents would probably be extremely worried.

But that's beside the point. What needs to be addressed now is Qin Yuennan's anxiety about her age.

So Lin Shen continued to comfort him.

"Don't worry, my parents don't mind the age difference. In fact, they think older women are better."

"Huh? Why?"

Qin Yuennan was taken aback, while Lin Shen chuckled and leaned closer to whisper.

"Because older women than me tend to have twins!" (End of Chapter)