After the last class ended, Wan Chu’er turned down Mai Qiqi’s invitation to go out and have fun, and went home to sleep for over a dozen hours until she felt rejuvenated.
Thinking that she had not been eating well recently, and noticing her thinner arms, she remembered what Jiang Kechu had said before leaving: If he comes back and finds her thin, severe punishment would await.
She shivered and quickly got ready, grabbing a grocery basket to browse the produce market.
She made sure not to leave any opportunities for Jiang Kechu to spot any flaws!
After buying a bunch of vegetables, she was just wondering what to make when An Gang showed up.
"Looks like you haven’t had your meal yet?" An Gang asked, looking at the assortment of vegetables on the table.
In fact, he hadn’t eaten either. He had the day off, ended up playing games all night, and only remembered that Wan Chu’er had finished her exams today. He had quickly got up from in front of his computer and rushed out, eager to discuss the game with Wan Chu’er, not caring about food.
Wan Chu’er nodded and, noticing An Gang’s disheveled hair, laughed and said: "Brother An Gang, looks like you just woke up, haven’t you eaten either? Let’s eat together."
An Gang chuckled and nodded: "I haven’t slept all night, was playing that game you gave me."
Hearing this, Wan Chu’er’s eyebrows couldn’t help flying up, and she asked cheerfully: "So? As a seasoned gamer, do you think it’s sellable?"
"Absolutely!" An Gang spoke loudly, "Did you really develop this game, Chuchu? From now on, don’t call me brother, I should call you sister. You’re really impressive! I admire you!"
Everyone loves compliments, especially when hard work gets acknowledged. Wan Chu’er was pleased, and with a grand gesture, she said:
"Let’s eat first, fill our stomachs and then talk about this."
Cooking wasn’t Wan Chu’er’s strong suit, so naturally, cooking for two fell to An Gang who was eager to discuss gaming with Wan Chu’er and promptly suggested:
"Let’s have hotpot. It’s quick, delicious, and we can talk while eating."
"Sounds good to me!" agreed Wan Chu’er.
So, Wan Chu’er washed the vegetables, while An Gang prepared the hotpot base and dipping sauces.
Soon everything was ready and served at the table.
The two were chatting and waiting for the pot to boil when someone knocked on the door.
Wan Chu’er, somewhat puzzled, opened the door, only to see Mai Qiqi and Jiang Xiaoxiao standing there.
"What are you guys doing here?"
As soon as Mai Qiqi saw her, she exclaimed: "You’re not picking up your phone! We came to invite you out to eat. Looks like you’re enjoying a feast here all by yourself."
Just after speaking, the two walked in and spotted An Gang near the dining table.
An Gang stood up somewhat embarrassedly, facing two beautiful women, he smiled awkwardly.
Jiang Xiaoxiao winked and thought to herself, with her brother not around, the future sister-in-law is having hotpot with another man at home, she should help her brother here.
Thinking so, Jiang Xiaoxiao smiled and said: "Oh, you’re having hotpot at home? It smells delicious, I love hotpot too, Chuchu, can I join you as well?"
Seeing An Gang, Mai Qiqi then winked at Wan Chu’er and secretly nudged her, mouthing the words: "Way to go!"
Wan Chu’er felt like a flock of crows was flying past her head, what were they even talking about?