Ranran naturally knew that Mu Xingfeng hadn’t made a reservation. He had decided to accompany her to pick up Xiao Xiao just this morning. Tugging at Mu Xingfeng’s clothes, she said, "Let’s just stay in the hall. There are only three of us, getting a private room would be a waste."
Xiao Xiao chimed in, "Yeah, Instructor Mu, let’s just stay in the hall. Oh, how about there? Let’s sit by the window." Xiao Xiao pointed to a spot near the window.
Mu Xingfeng nodded, "Alright."
The three of them took their seats. Mu Xingfeng, who never had many demands when it came to food, handed the menu to the two young girls, letting them order freely.
Xiao Xiao grabbed the menu and started ordering right away. She and Ranran had similar tastes, so she ordered several dishes that both of them loved.
At this moment, Ranran took the menu and ordered two spicy dishes.
"Oh, Ranran, when did you change your taste? Can you actually eat such spicy food?" Xiao Xiao pointed at the picture of a fiery red dish.
Ranran closed the menu and handed it to the waiter, explaining softly, "Instructor Mu likes spicy food."
Mu Xingfeng had driven her to pick up Xiao Xiao and invited them both for dinner. The least she could do was ensure he got to eat something he liked.
"Oh?" Xiao Xiao’s expression became quite animated.
While waiting for the dishes, that all-too-familiar but unwelcome voice reached Ranran’s ears again, "Ranran, what a coincidence, you’re eating here too."
Ye Sheng and An Sijia had already approached their table.
"Yes, Sijia, what a coincidence. Why eat downstairs? We booked a private room on the second floor, why don’t you join us?" An Sijia said, her eyes showing disdain as she looked at Mu Xingfeng.
Sure, he was handsome, but so what? Coming here to eat just to show off, yet can’t even afford a private room. She had already noticed that the car he drove was just a regular SUV. He might have to tighten his belt for the rest of the month after this meal.
Before Ranran could speak, Xiao Xiao quickly interjected, "No, thank you. I might end up throwing up my food if I join you."
An Sijia, feeling embarrassed and unable to lash out in front of Ye Sheng, said, "Xiao Xiao, do you have some misunderstanding about me? Actually..."
"Stop, don’t explain. If there’s any misunderstanding, let it be. I’m not in the mood to hear about your vows and twisted love story. The private room is upstairs, you are free to go."
An Sijia’s face turned pale from the insult. She gently shook Ye Sheng’s arm, acting coy, "Brother Sheng~"
Ye Sheng looked at Ranran and asked, "Ranran, what do you think?"
"Xiao Xiao’s thoughts are my thoughts," Ranran replied calmly, her expression unchanged.
Ye Sheng nodded, "Alright, enjoy your meal. Charge it to room 203."
"No need. Brother Mu brought us here to treat us. Isn’t that right, Brother Mu?" Ranran looked at Mu Xingfeng, her bright eyes showing a touch of affection.
Mu Xingfeng’s heart melted under her gaze. Though he knew she was using him as a shield, he didn’t mind in the slightest. Raising his hand, he gently ruffled Ranran’s long hair and said softly, "Good girl."
"Exactly, Ye Sheng, don’t think you’re so great just because you have some money. Our Ranran doesn’t need it," Xiao Xiao added, backing up Ranran.
Ye Sheng glared at Mu Xingfeng’s hand on Ranran’s head, doing those affectionate little gestures. His eyes nearly spit fire, and hearing her call him "Brother Mu" so sweetly nearly made him lose his mind.