Zhang Wen's name

Sha Guilan was a little confused after hearing this; how did Zhang Wen suddenly get involved?

"Xiao Hong, how do you know Zhang Wen? I don't remember you having any connection with him."

Wang Xiaohong didn't hide anything and told her how she had asked Zhang Wen for help.

Sha Guilan felt a little embarrassed after hearing this, as she had initially thought that Sha Ruijin wanted to betray her.

"Xiaohong, I'm so sorry. I was so immature before. I made you suffer. Don't worry, I promise I won't do it again."

When Wang Xiaohong saw Sha Guilan apologize, she immediately comforted her.

"Mom, it's all in the past now. Besides, you're both treating me very well now. I feel like I'm living in a dream."

"Silly child, this is not a dream. You will live like this every day from now on."

Just as the two were chatting about everyday things, Xu Chaoyang walked in.

"Aunt, I've come to see you."

"Hello, Comrade Wang Xiaohong, I am Xu Chaoyang."

Wang Xiaohong's eyes lit up when she saw Xu Chaoyang; she had to admit that Xu Chaoyang was really handsome.

"Hello, Comrade Xu Chaoyang, I'm still cooking right now, let's talk later."

Xu Chaoyang was very surprised to see Wang Xiaohong skillfully stir-frying various dishes.

"Comrade Wang Xiaohong, why don't you ask my aunt to do it? Don't tire yourself out."

Sha Guilan was speechless after hearing this. You really are my good nephew.

"Xiao Hong, why don't you go outside? You young people should chat more."

Wang Xiaohong immediately refused. She was a little embarrassed and didn't know what to say to him.

"Mom, it'll be ready soon. There's only one braised pork left to serve. If he wants to stand there, let him watch from the doorway."

Xu Chaoyang didn't feel offended by these words; he only felt that Wang Xiaohong was very principled.

"Aunt, I think you should go out. I see you're sweating. I'll go help you out later."

Sha Guilan felt like hitting someone. Why hadn't she felt this way about this brat before?

"Xu Chaoyang, why don't you chat with your uncle for a while? He must be lonely out there all by himself."

Xu Chaoyang said nonchalantly.

"You know your uncle, I can't connect with him at all. If we talk for more than a few minutes, he starts mentioning Governor Zhang. You'd think Governor Zhang was his wife."

Upon hearing this, Sha Guilan could no longer contain herself and picked up a broom, ready to beat someone up.

When Xu Chaoyang saw Sha Guilan's expression, as if she was about to beat someone up, he immediately chickened out.

"Auntie, give me some face, I won't say anything more, okay? Besides, I'm just telling the truth, my uncle is really too rigid. Auntie, you're different, beautiful and generous."

"Alright, stop joking. If you have nothing better to do, take the dishes out for me."

"Alright, Xu Chaoyang is at your service. Remember to give me a good review!"

Wang Xiaohong was amused by his words.

"Xu Chaoyang, you're so funny, just like the boys in our class."

Xu Chaoyang looked nervous after hearing this. Did Xiao Hong have a boyfriend?

"Comrade Wang Xiaohong, do you really like your classmates?"

"No, it's just that it's quite funny."

Xu Chaoyang breathed a sigh of relief after hearing this; it was good that nothing had happened.

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3 minute later.

The family sat down at the table to eat. Thanks to Xu Chaoyang's lively atmosphere, the mood was quite pleasant.

After the meal, Sha Ruijin tactfully helped Sha Guilan clean up the dishes.

Sha Guilan was very surprised to see Sha Ruijin being so proactive today.

"Ruijin, you're being way too self-aware today. I've never seen you this self-aware before."

"You never cooked before, and besides, staff came to our house every day. How could I possibly cook?"

"How about I cook for you every day, and then you can really make the most of it?"

Sha Ruijin felt a chill run down his spine when he thought about washing dishes every day.

"Gui Lan, I was just kidding. Besides, it's so convenient to have staff come over. Your cooking isn't as good as theirs anyway."

Sha Guilan rolled her eyes at him. If it weren't for Xiao Hong coming back, do you think I would have done it?

"Do you think they can get together? They seem to get along quite well."

"Let's see if they're meant to be. Looking at them this way, I think they're quite a good match. And I must say, Xu Chaoyang, that brat, is actually quite handsome."

"He's alright, otherwise we wouldn't have chosen him."

"Wait, why are they heading outside? Do they want to go for a walk?"

"Should we go out and take a look?"

Sha Guilan said irritably.

"You're going out to be a third wheel, let them get to know you properly."

"You make a good point."

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Provincial family housing complex.

Xu Chaoyang spoke somewhat nervously.

"Comrade Wang Xiaohong, is there anything you like? I see your birthday is coming up soon, and I want to give you a surprise."

Wang Xiaohong was speechless. Could something she already knew still be considered a surprise?

"Just call me Xiaohong. If you want to give me something, just give me whatever you like. I rarely celebrate my birthday, and I've stopped since my grandparents passed away."

Xu Chaoyang suddenly felt very sorry for Wang Xiaohong.

"I'm sorry, I shouldn't have brought this up. Don't worry, I'll make arrangements for your birthdays from now on."

"I still want to live with my godparents."

"It's alright, I'll bring you gifts here from now on."

Wang Xiaohong suddenly felt that this guy was quite nice; although he was simple-minded, at least he was sincere.

"Xu Chaoyang, I'm a little curious, what do you see in me?"

Xu Chaoyang did not answer immediately, but thought for a while before speaking.

"I was shocked when I first saw you. You felt like an angel to me, so full of energy, so sunny, and so positive."

"Seeing you makes me feel much better. I was very distressed during that time. I often had nightmares at night, afraid that Governor Zhang would retaliate against me."

"But ever since I saw you, I've been dreaming about you every night, and I haven't had any nightmares anymore."

Wang Xiaohong was shocked when she heard this. "You think I'm Zhong Kui?"

Just as the two were silent, Zhang Wen suddenly spoke up.

"Xu Chaoyang, Wang Xiaohong, are you two dating?"

Upon hearing this voice, Xu Chaoyang immediately looked annoyed.

"Governor Zhang, what a coincidence! You're in this neighborhood too."

Wang Xiaohong was speechless. This silly guy.

"Governor Zhang, this is someone my godmother introduced to me. We're getting to know each other. He's not very good at talking, so please don't take it personally."

"Xiao Hong, Xu Chaoyang is a good person. I've spent a few time with him, and he seems like a very honest guy. I think he'd be a good match for you."

Xu Chaoyang was overjoyed; he hadn't expected Zhang Wen to speak up for him.

"Governor Zhang, I will consider your opinion. At the very least, I don't dislike Xu Chaoyang. I can try to get along with him."

Zhang Wen nodded, offered a few words of encouragement, and then left with his wife.