Huayu: The Big Players Behind the Scenes

In fact, Zhuang Huai'an had no recollection of any pet hospital nearby.

But in a place like Beijing, there is no shortage of service-oriented shops; it's just a gamble.

Sure enough, after walking through several streets, a pet hospital was still brightly lit.

Zhuang Huai'an parked the car, took the suitcase from the little girl, and the two went inside.

"You two have arrived just in time."

After the examination, the veterinarian took off his mask and said with some relief, "These two kittens must have been starving for a long time, and with the sudden drop in temperature these past few days, they almost didn't make it."

"Huh?" The little girl asked nervously, "How are they now?"

"Don't worry, we've already started an IV drip for it."

The doctor smiled and said, "This is a good opportunity to deworm and vaccinate them. You know, tabby cats are usually quite mischievous, and it's very difficult to keep them still for a check-up."

"That's good, thank you so much, doctor." The little girl breathed a sigh of relief.

Zhuang Huai'an thought for a moment and then said, "Could you also get me spayed/neutered while you're at it? I heard that cats need to have this surgery, right?"

Liu Yifei blushed and glared at him. This guy is so mean!

"Yes, this gentleman has a wide range of knowledge," the doctor complimented.

The main problem is that fewer people keep pets these days, and even fewer know about this kind of knowledge.

"Here is a brochure we made, which contains information about kittens' habits and the meanings behind some of their actions. You two can take it home and study it."

The doctor handed over two booklets, and the little girl eagerly flipped through them.

Why should you spay or neuter your cat? Most importantly, it's for your cat's health.

1: Significantly reduces the probability of serious illness.

Female cats that are not spayed or neutered are highly susceptible to pyometra, ovarian cysts, and mammary tumors in their old age; male cats are more prone to testicular cancer and urinary tract stones. Spaying or neutering can reduce the incidence of these serious diseases by more than 80%, saving them a lot of suffering and extending their lifespan.

2: No more suffering from heat...

.........

Liu Yifei's face turned red as she watched, but in order to better care for her cat in the future, she could only persevere and finish watching.

"Wow, this is the first time I've ever known that kittens have so many rules!"

The little girl sighed and put the manual into her down jacket pocket.

Just as Zhuang Huai'an was about to make a few sarcastic remarks to her, his phone vibrated in his pocket. He took it out and saw that, well, the most difficult mother-in-law in the entertainment industry.

"Your mother." Zhuang Huai'an handed her the phone after the call connected.

"Feed Mom, oh, did you call me?"

The little girl patted her pockets and chuckled sheepishly, "I think I left my phone on the bus."

"Nothing much, it's just... well, I'll tell you when I get back."

After hanging up the phone, Liu Yifei stuck her tongue out at him. "Mom is angry. She said she called me more than a dozen times and I didn't answer."

"Go home and wait to get a beating." Zhuang Huai'an and Long Tu suppressed a laugh and pointed a finger.

The little girl sniffed and made a face. "Oh, Mom isn't that violent. I'm her own daughter."

"I thought so when I was a kid too, but when the clothes hanger landed on my bottom, I realized I might really be a free gift with a phone top-up," Zhuang Huai'an continued to threaten her.

The little girl was not afraid at all after hearing this; instead, she was amused by him and giggled.

After consulting with the vet, they learned that they probably wouldn't be able to take the kitten home tonight, so they agreed to pick it up the next day. Zhuang Huai'an paid the fee, and the two left.

On the way, the sly Zhuang Huai'an kept telling stories of how he was beaten as a child for being naughty, hoping to awaken the little girl's sense of fear.

Unexpectedly, the girl's eyes sparkled, and she chuckled.

Tsk, that was too hasty.

This wasn't Zhuang Huai'an's first time in this villa area. The security guards let him through as soon as they saw his car. Although they didn't recognize the license plate, they were still perceptive. These days, someone who can afford a G-Class is unlikely to be a thief.

In other words, even before Feng Xiaogang's "A World Without Thieves" is released, security guards in upscale residential communities across the country will need to undergo enhanced professional training.

"We're here." Zhuang Huai'an shifted into park and turned to look at the little girl, his eyes meeting her clear, innocent gaze.

"W-what's wrong?"

"Nothing much," the little girl shook her head, her tone somewhat unusual, "I'm just very happy today."

"Yes, we saved two little lives, so it's definitely something to be happy about."

Zhuang Huai'an turned his head to look straight ahead. Aunt Liu had already heard the noise and turned on the living room light.

"Oh, by the way," he opened the armrest box, took out a box and handed it over, "A Christmas Eve present."

Liu Yifei took the box and asked curiously, "What's in it?"

"I bought these plastic jewelry pieces from a roadside stall," Zhuang Huai'an said coolly, with an expression that showed absolutely no concern. "Two for five yuan, three for ten yuan. Lots of people were buying them, and I barely managed to snag some."

"Really?" Liu Yifei exclaimed in surprise, "That boss really knows how to do business."

Zhuang Huai'an twitched his lips. This pure and innocent stupidity... Who said this girl was a celestial being? Isn't she just a pure husky?

"Oh no, Mom's out, I have to go."

Seeing that Aunt Liu had already turned on the lights in the yard, the little girl unbuckled her seatbelt and was about to get out of the car when she inadvertently glanced at Zhuang Huai'an's serious expression and unblinking gaze. Suddenly, she had a mischievous idea.

"Senior, look over there."

Zhuang Huai'an subconsciously turned his head to look at the left window, but there was nothing there. Just as he realized he had been tricked, a sweet fragrance wafted to his nose, followed by a slightly cold hand covering his eyes, and a sweet, childlike voice in his ear.

"I'm happy today, half because I rescued the kitten, and the other half because of you, senior."

Zhuang Huai'an was tense all over, his hands gripping the steering wheel tightly.

"Haha, I caught you! You're nervous, senior."

A mischievous voice rang out, and before Zhuang Huai'an could retaliate, the little girl immediately opened the car door and got out.

Zhuang Huai'an watched her retreating figure, and couldn't help but breathe a sigh of relief, inwardly cursing:

I'm nervous not because of your sudden attack, but because you're protected by golden light!

A 16-year-old celestial being in the prime of her life—only a certain method could resist the stirrings of her heart!

Aunt Liu stood outside the door and saw her daughter walking hurriedly into the house with her head down, and she was immediately puzzled.

Upon closer inspection, Aunt Liu noticed something amiss and asked, "Qianqian, why is your face so red?"

"what?"

The girl panicked for a moment, then quickly came up with an explanation: "It's probably because the car's heater is on too high, making it a bit stuffy."

"That would make you feel stuffy."

Aunt Liu, oblivious to his presence, reminded him, "Then don't rush to take a shower. Let yourself cool off before going into the bathroom."

"Okay, Mom, I'm going upstairs now." The little girl's retreating figure revealed a hint of panic.

Aunt Liu wanted to ask her what had happened that night, but before she could speak, the little girl had already disappeared around the corner of the stairs.

"This child...how can he be so reckless..."

Could it be that...?

A thought popped into Aunt Liu's mind, and she froze for a moment.

That can't be right, this girl is only 16 years old...

But what if?

Inside the room, Liu Yifei carefully locked the door from the inside, then buried herself under the covers, her little feet kicking incessantly.

Ahhh, Liu Qianqian, what have you been doing?!

After a while of fussing, the little girl poked half her head out from under the covers, her face still flushed.

She bit her lip lightly, her expression somewhat conflicted.

After a while, she got out of bed and opened the small box that Zhuang Huai'an had given her.

Inside is a Swarovski crystal Christmas star pendant. Liu Yifei had seen this design in a magazine. The price is indeed not very expensive, but because it has only been on the market for a short time, it is really hard to buy in mainland stores.

There is also a card underneath.

A crystal gift for a crystal, may you be happy every day.

Hmm, that sounds so corny.

The little girl wrinkled her nose in disgust, but remembering Zhuang Huai'an's half-truthful words, she couldn't help but laugh.

snort!

Looks like I won't be able to sleep tonight.

It's not just Aunt Liu anymore.