Are you crazy?! He accidentally flirted with a bigwig in Beijing's elite circles.

Zhao Jinqian did not deny it.

Su Ta didn't realize it at first, but after thinking about it for a while, she understood.

She blushed immediately; she would never normally be shy.

But in front of someone else's mother...

"Aunt……"

Madam Zhao glanced at the two of them, then smiled and patted her hand.

"Okay, okay, that's all for today. I'll tell you the rest later when I have time."

Su Ta nodded obediently, "Yes, Auntie."

"Come on, let's go outside, otherwise I'm afraid someone will turn into a statue waiting for his wife!"

Zhao Jinqian didn't feel uncomfortable being teased by his mother. He just raised the corners of his lips, but his eyes were fixed on Su Ta.

Madam Zhao led Su Ta by the hand to the door, and then took her son's hand.

She patted their hands together.

"I'm so glad you two met and fell in love. I'm waiting for the day you two pledge your love!"

Su Ta was deeply moved, having expected to be met with cold shoulders and ridicule upon her visit.

I never expected to be liked and cherished like this.

She couldn't help but look up at the man in front of her.

Sure enough, the person she loved, even his mother loved her just as much.

Her eyes were bright, like twinkling stars, or as if she had something to say.

Madam Zhao watched the two of them chuckling to herself, then waved her hand and said...

"Oh dear, I'll go to the kitchen and see how the chef is preparing dinner. Jinqian, you spend some time with Tata, take her around and let her get familiar with the place."

Zhao Jinqian nodded slightly, and Madam Zhao glanced at the two of them with satisfaction before leaving with a smile.

Only the two of them remained, gazing at each other.

Zhao Jinqian gently pulled her into his arms, hooked her chin and rubbed it against her a few times.

"What do you want to say to me?"

Su Ta's eyes shone even brighter. She stood on tiptoe, hugged his waist, and smiled radiantly.

"My aunt really likes me!"

Zhao Jinqian's thin lips curved slightly. "I will coax you, but I will not lie to you. She really likes you."

Su Ta nodded repeatedly.

"Yes, Auntie gave me so many things!"

"What nice things did they give you?"

"She gave me a set of jade jewelry, it's so beautiful. I never thought jade was that pretty before, but the set my aunt gave me is light purple, it's especially lovely!"

Zhao Jinqian roughly knew which set of jade jewelry she was referring to.

He reached out and pinched her cheek, explaining to her in a low voice.

"That was Mom's favorite set of jewelry. She said she would give it to her future daughter-in-law."

"Really?" Su Ta was still flattered, even though she knew that Madam Zhao only liked her.

You gave her such an expensive gift on the very first time you met her?

"But we've only just started dating, and your aunt doesn't even know me, yet she gave me such an expensive gift..."

Zhao Jinqian leaned down and kissed her cheek.

"Because of her love for me, she believes I won't misjudge her son."

Su Ta was deeply moved. How could there be such a kind person!

"Waaah~ I love Auntie too, I'll definitely take good care of her in the future!"

Zhao Jinqian laughed when he heard this, and gently lifted her up to tease her.

"Are you implying something to me?"

Su Ta blinked, looking puzzled.

"Hmm? What am I implying?"

He whispered close to her ear, "Are you implying that I should marry you sooner so you'll have a chance to be dutiful to your mother-in-law?"

Su Ta's eyes widened instantly, but she clearly didn't mean that.

But after he said that, it seems that's indeed what he meant!

She raised her hand and punched his shoulder, then stomped her foot.

"Ugh, you did that on purpose!"

Zhao Jinqian smiled and gently kissed her lips, whispering.

"Yes, I did it on purpose."

Just as the young couple were getting cozy and reluctant to part, a hoarse cough rang out.

Su Ta was startled and quickly turned her head away, trying to back away.

Oh no, we've been caught!

Won't it make her seem particularly unreserved and unsteady?

Sure enough, Zhao Zhen looked around before whispering a command.

"What kind of behavior is this?"

She panicked instantly and tried to stand up straight and get away from him.

But Zhao Jinqian held her waist tightly and wouldn't let go, which made her a little anxious.

"What are you doing? Let go of me!"

Zhao Jinqian glanced down at her, his expression reassuring.

Then he looked at his father, who was deliberately keeping a stern face, and said in a deep voice.

"Don't scare her."

Su Ta bit her lip nervously, feeling embarrassed.

Can't you ever change your habit of being so easily tempted by beauty?

Zhao Zhen remained silent with a stern face, looking very intimidating.

In short, Su Da was both afraid and respectful.

Zhao Jinqian could clearly sense her nervousness, and his brow furrowed almost imperceptibly.

A few seconds later, he suddenly spoke in a low voice, "Call her Auntie."

"Huh? Why?"

"Call."

Su Ta obediently called out "Auntie".

But the sound was very soft, and Mrs. Zhao in the kitchen couldn't hear it at all.

Zhao Jinqian had no choice but to say again, "Be good, speak louder."

Zhao Zhen could not hide their words from him. His expression changed instantly upon hearing them, and his eyes began to search around.

Where is he? Why can't I see him?

The old butler stood to the side, head bowed, trying not to laugh.

It's been so many years since I've seen a father and son bicker like this; it's quite nostalgic.

Although Su Ta didn't quite understand, she still obediently raised her voice.

"Aunt?"

The way she called out "Auntie" was fresh, crisp, and soft.

Upon hearing this, Madam Zhao immediately peeked out from the kitchen.

"Tata? Is Tata calling me?"

Zhao Zhen then noticed his wife in the kitchen and immediately panicked, giving the two of them a warning look.

Su Ta then understood why Zhao Jinqian had asked her to call him "Auntie".

So that's what happened!

She almost laughed; she had almost forgotten that this old man Zhao was afraid of his wife.

Zhao Jinqian patted her waist, signaling her to reply.

Su Da is very smart, and his reaction is not slow either.

Naturally, she would bend whichever way the wind blew.

After she came to her senses, she quickly raised her little hand, behaving like a well-behaved elementary school student answering a question.

"Auntie, it's me calling you."

"Hey, what's wrong, Tata? Why are you calling me 'Auntie'?"

Su Ta stole a glance at Old Master Zhao, whose whole body was tense, and she almost couldn't help but laugh.

So she blinked and said, "Auntie, may I go into the kitchen to take a look too?"

"Of course! Come here, come over here!"

"Um!"

Su Ta looked up at Zhao Jinqian, and their eyes met.

it is more than words.

Zhao Jinqian taught her how to gain a foothold in this family through his actions.

Once you win over your future mother-in-law, there's nothing to fear!

Because her future father-in-law is henpecked!

"Auntie's here!"

After saying that, she leaned closer to Zhao Jinqian and whispered something.

"Then I'll head over first?"

Zhao Jinqian's thin lips curved slightly as he gently touched her face and spoke softly.

"Go."

Madam Zhao took Su Ta's hand and told her what dishes she had asked the kitchen to prepare for the evening.

Only Zhao Zhen stood there, his face dark as he pointed at Zhao Jinqian, as if he was too angry to speak.

He really has a good son, actually stepping on his face in front of a little girl!

Zhao Jinqian seemed to know what his father was thinking.

The voice was soft and steady as it spoke.

"This kind of thing can't be kept secret forever. Tata will find out sooner or later. Don't overthink it. She won't laugh at you."

Zhao Zhen: "..." He's such a rebellious son!