America: The neighbor's wife is so incredibly hospitable!

In front of the wooden door at Miller Farm that Chen An had reinforced.

A yellow taxi was stopped in the middle of the road with its engine running.

The driver was sticking his head out, honking the horn impatiently.

Beside the car stood a man wearing thick-soled Doc Martens and baggy ripped jeans.

The girl was wearing only a black cropped tank top that barely covered her chest.

He was carrying a huge hiking backpack and dragging a suitcase covered in stickers.

He was confronting the "bear" that was barking wildly across the fence, which was Zeus.

"Shut up, you stupid dog! If you yell again, I'll turn you into a hot pot!"

The girl had long, trendy platinum ombre hair and wore a row of sparkling earrings.

Although she was swearing, her voice was clear and crisp, revealing a youthful exuberance and vitality.

Hearing the engine sound behind her, the girl turned around.

When the brand-new, crimson Porsche Cayenne pulled up behind the taxi like an elegant beast, the girl's smoky-faced eyes widened instantly.

She'd seen plenty of luxury cars in Seattle, but in Montana, this godforsaken place? Right on her own doorstep?

The car door opened.

Sarah was the first to get off the bus.

She was wearing a newly bought dark blue business suit, high heels, her long hair was styled in an updo, and her makeup was exquisite and appropriate.

Nourished by love and money these past few days, she radiated a glow even more dazzling than that of a twenty-year-old girl.

"Jessica!"

Sarah jogged over and looked at her daughter, who was dressed like a rock singer.

Although she was a little annoyed by her clothes, maternal love prevailed.

"My God, how did you lose so much weight? Is there no food in Seattle?"

"mom?!"

Jessica looked at her mother, who seemed like a completely different person.

She even wondered if she'd wandered onto the wrong film set, exclaiming, "You...this outfit...and this car? Did you win the Powerball lottery?"

Where did that haggard, sallow-faced woman who used to wear an apron all day, always looking miserable, and who only knew how to clean up her drunken father's messes, go?

People would believe this woman in front of them is her older sister!

"I didn't win the lottery. But I did have some...lucky things happen to me."

Sarah glanced somewhat awkwardly at the Porsche behind her.

Just then, the passenger door opened.

Chen An got down.

He was wearing a dark gray casual suit with a simple white T-shirt underneath, and he had a tall and slender figure.

Although he was only nineteen years old, his calm and composed demeanor made him look much more mature than his actual age.

Jessica's gaze was instantly locked on.

Asian?

handsome guy?

And he looks...so young?

"Who is this?" Jessica asked, pointing at Chen An, her tone filled with wariness and curiosity.

"The driver you hired in town? Or... that insurance salesman?"

"Hey! Miss! Can I pay first?"

The taxi driver shouted inappropriately, "It'll cost $85 from the airport to here! I need to get back to pick up my next fare!"

A hint of embarrassment flashed across Jessica's face.

She was truly out of money; her credit cards were maxed out in Seattle, and the last bit of cash she had was used to buy a plane ticket.

"Mom..." Jessica looked at Sarah somewhat guiltily.

Before Sarah could even reach for her wallet...

A slender hand reached out, holding a brand-new 100-yuan bill between two long, slender fingers.

"Keep the change, please."

Chen An walked between the two men, handed the money to the driver, and spoke calmly.

"Help this lady unload her luggage, and then... get off my private road."

Upon seeing the green ticket, the driver's face immediately lit up with a smile: "No problem, sir! Have a pleasant day!"

Watching the taxi speed away.

Jessica turned her head and looked Chen An up and down.

"One hundred dollars? You're really generous." She crossed her arms, raised her chin slightly, and spoke with a hint of provocation.

"So, who exactly are you? Since you paid for my money, I think I have the right to know my benefactor's name."

Chen An smiled.

This Jessica is indeed completely different from Sarah.

If Sarah is a ripe, soft, juicy peach that's so tender it'll burst with juice when you squeeze it.

So Jessica is like a green apple, crisp and refreshing, but with a slightly sour taste.

Her features are very similar to Sarah's, especially her signature big eyes and high nose.

But her skin was firmer, radiating a youthful glow full of collagen.

Beneath that ridiculously short tank top, her flat stomach even had faint abs.

A silver navel stud glittered in the setting sun.

It's very spicy.

Very wild.

"I am Chen An."

Chen An extended his hand, but did not intend to shake hands. Instead, he naturally took the handbag from Sarah's hand.

"You can call me Mr. Chen, or... your mother's neighbor."

"Neighbor?"

Jessica raised an eyebrow, her gaze sweeping back and forth between Chen An and Sarah.

As a seasoned veteran of university campuses, she immediately noticed the unusual chemistry between the two.

That physical distance, that eye contact, and the mother's petite and dependent posture.

Neighbor?

That's a lie.

"Alright, stop standing in the spotlight." Sarah felt her daughter's sharp gaze and hurriedly tried to smooth things over.

"Jessica, come inside. You must be starving. I'll make you... oh no, we still have some leftover pizza from last night."

She wanted to say "cook", but then suddenly remembered that there weren't many ingredients in the kitchen.

Moreover, she had already gotten used to eating the food Chen An brought.

"etc."

Chen An called out to the two people who were about to enter the house.

He pointed to Zeus in the corner of the yard.

The Caucasian Shepherd was growling softly because of Jessica's earlier provocation.

"Zeus, come here."

Chen An whistled.

The giant beast immediately ran over docilely and rubbed against Chen An's leg.

"Smell her." Chen An pointed at Jessica. "She's one of us. Don't call her that again."

Zeus leaned closer and sniffed Jessica's thighs and stomach with his huge nose.

Jessica was so frightened that she froze and dared not move.

"Okay. It will protect you from now on."

Chen An patted the dog's head, then turned around, naturally put his arm around Sarah's shoulder, and led her into the house. "Let's go, it's cold outside."

Jessica stood there, looking at the two figures in front of her who were almost touching.

Especially when she looked at that Asian man who was only a few years older than her.

He held his mother so possessively, while his mother looked completely at ease, even enjoying it.

"What is all this nonsense...?"

Jessica muttered something, dragged her heavy suitcase, and felt a mix of emotions swirling in her heart.

Things seemed to have changed at home that day.

………………

Enter the living room.

It's warm inside.

Although the main house's power system has not been fully restored, the fireplace is burning brightly.

Jessica looked around.

The old, worn-out sofa where my drunken dad used to lounge was gone, replaced by a clean beige fabric sofa.

A new wool carpet has been laid on the floor.

Even that corner that always smelled musty had a potted plant placed there.

Most importantly, that suffocating smell of alcohol is gone.