Nourishments
Wearing a pink and white coat over her shoulders and a black side tie mini skirt, Lin Ruoxi was carrying bags of cooking ingredients into the house in a lively manner. She looked excited at what was to come after. Instead of her usual office wear, what she wore reflected her age more right now. She had somehow boosted her charm against all odds.
It was worth noting that Wang Ma only carried a small plastic bag. Lin Ruoxi had obviously carried all the heavy bags. Judging from Wang Maâs kind smile, it was clear just how pleased she was.
Wang Ma had served in this house since the Old CEO was here. She watched Lin Kun marry Xue Zijing and for Xue Zijing to give birth to Lin Ruoxi. As Lin Ruoxi was grew up, Wang Ma had been working behind the scenes taking care of the people in the house. Actually, she had long started treating Lin Ruoxi whom she called âmissâ as her own daughter.
Right now, not only did Lin Ruoxi accompany her to the supermarket, she even offered to carry the heavier bags. Wang Ma could not be more pleased with the way she had grown up.
Lin Ruoxi smiled naturally when she saw Yang Chen at home. âHubby, can you guess what I bought today?â
Yang Chen wasnât used to Lin Ruoxiâs tone and behavior, especially when she started calling him âhubbyâ. On the contrary, he refrained from calling her the cheesy names he used to. It was as if the tables have turned and things have been switched around.
âWhat is it?â Yang Chen stared at the bags, unable to figure out the objects within.
Lin Ruoxi walked towards Yang Chen and opened the bags. âLook! I bought lamb kidneys, pork kidneys, and fresh beef kidneys. I had to visit quite a few stores though. I even got cashew nuts, lycium chinense, and some other stuff to go with them.â
âErm⊠Ruoxi, why did you get so many kidneysâŠâ Yang Chenâs forehead was covered in cold sweat.?
What is she implying?!
?he thought.
âTheyâre nourishments for your body of course!â Lin Ruoxi looked like she had a heartache. âYouâre always so busy outside. I was always worried that you would exhaust yourself too far one day, so I had to do something about it. So I thought of buying these kidneys for nourishments.â
Guo Xuehua and Wang Ma naturally understood what she wanted to nourish. It was none other than the two organs most important to men.
However, as the ingredients were also used to nourish the kidney, Lin Ruoxi was obviously implying that Yang Chen was âincapableâ. That was because everyone in the house knew that they slept in separate rooms.
Lin Ruoxi was clearly being sarcastic. As Yang Chen often messed with women outside, he was bound to fail one day in that aspect. To prevent him from losing his âcombat abilityâ, she felt the need to nourish his body.
Yang Chen was left utterly speechless, not expecting Lin Ruoxi to pull off such an act. She was very clearly trying to take revenge by embarrassing him, not to mention in such a âgentle and caringâ manner.
âHubby, why the long face? Are you not feeling well?â asked Lin Ruoxi, her eyes filled with mischief.
Yang Chen took a deep breath. No one could bear the consequence of his own doing except himself. Furthermore, he indeed was the one in the wrong.
But my kidneys are fine!
?he thought.
Yang Chen forced a smile. âIâm fine. Iâm just moved by your consideration. But Ruoxi⊠youâre not going to cook all of the kidneys today, are you?â
âI have to make them all of course! You have such a huge appetite. Iâll make simmered lamb kidney, fried pork kidney, and let Wang Ma make braised beef kidney. This way, youâll be able to get the best the kidneys have to offer,â said Lin Ruoxi in delight. She didnât forget to add, âEverything I bought was specifically for you. So us ladies will have to eat something else. Youâre not going to waste my effort, are you?â
Yang Chen wanted to speak, but Lin Ruoxi ran off to Guo Xuehua to show off the fresh vegetables and seafood she got. Guo Xuehua was pleased yet again when Lin Ruoxi said she wanted to cook for her mother-in-law.
Yang Chen let out a long sigh in his heart.?
Just how depressing must this meal get?!
?he thought.
After Lin Ruoxi and Wang Ma proceeded to the kitchen, Yang Chen said to Guo Xuehua, âMom, why arenât you stopping her? Ruoxi is trying to get your son killed.â
Guo Xuehua rolled her eyes. âI know that sheâs doing it on purpose. But think about it, whatâs so bad with her approach? Youâre always messing around with women, but I havenât gotten any grandchild yet. Mom is getting anxious. So by all means, please have some nourishment.
âAlso, look at Ruoxi be the perfect family woman now. Not only is she helping Wang Ma with chores, sheâs learning to cook as well. On the other hand, you have done nothing all day. Why are you still complaining when someoneâs cooking for you without asking for anything in return?â
Yang Chen wanted to cry but failed to produce any tears. He really shouldnât complain, but he couldnât just tell his mom that his kidneys were strong, could he? Suffering in silence was the only thing he could do now.
Almost two hours later, Lin Ruoxi and Wang Ma served a âkidney feastâ after working hard in the kitchen. Of course, it was meant to ânourishâ Yang Chen, so all of the dishes were placed right in front of him.
Yang Chen had a huge appetite no doubt, but his face muscles couldnât help but twitch when he looked at the dishes of cooked kidneys.
To make the matter worse, Lin Ruoxi revealed an innocent and wronged expression when she saw that Yang Chen wasnât eating. âHubby, is it because my cooking is badâŠâ
Actually, Lin Ruoxi had improved a ton in cooking after learning from both Li Jingjing and Wang Ma. However, who on Earth would treat kidneys as their main course?!
Yang Chen was too embarrassed to reject her. At last, he forced himself to finish all of the three large plates of kidney.
Had it not been for Yang Chenâs exceptional body constitution, he mightâve died due to excessive nosebleed. After lunch, he dared not stay at home for long. As it was a weekend, Lin Ruoxi would definitely accompany the two elder to watch television. He felt safer outside the house.
Moreover, as he had gained Guo Xuehuaâs agreement, Yang Chen wanted to talk to Ma Guifang about it quickly in addition to setting a time and venue.
On the way to Madam Xiangâs restaurant, Yang Chen made a phone call to Mo Qianni.
Mo Qianni who was busy working, was so excited that she almost jumped from her office table when she heard that Guo Xuehua had agreed. âHubby, have you⊠told Aunt that she was meeting my mom?â
âI didnât say it explicitly, but sheâll find out when they meet. I believe my mom has quite the good impression for yours. So she could thank me for the surprise later,â said Yang Chen.
Mo Qianni hesitated for a while before humming in acknowledge. âI originally wanted to go with you, but I have a few management-level meetings later. Fortunately you know the way to Aunt Xiangâs restaurant. You may discuss it with my mom. Iâll definitely approve the dates she set.â
âLittle Qianqian, donât worry. I wonât leave you no matter what. Worst comes to worst, weâll need to spend more saliva on explaining,â consoled Yang Chen with a smile.
Mo Qianni hummed in acknowledgement. âOh ya, Hubby, have you visited Rose yet?â
Yang Chen was so guilty that his face reddened. âErm⊠I havenât gotten around to it. Itâs also because Iâve been caught up recently. Iâll visit her when I go home later. Iâm actually feeling rather embarrassed.â
Mo Qianni hesitated a little and replied, âIâd advise you to see Rose as soon as possible. I can tell that she hasnât been feeling well these days. Furthermore, I told her that you came back a while ago, and she said calmly that she knew. I think sheâs avoiding you on purpose.â
Yang Chen suddenly felt worried. Could she be hiding something from him? She had never made him worry about her before, so Yang Chen did not pay too much of his attention on her. Although he felt guilty about it, old habits die hard.
Yang Chen felt that something was wrong, judging by what Mo Qianni said. He had come back from overseas for quite a few days already, but he didnât even receive a call from Rose nor see her walk out from home.
However, he was currently driving on the highway already. Going back wasnât an option so he tried not to worry and proceeded to Madam Xiangâs restaurant.
After half an hour, Yang Chen came to the restaurant again. There werenât many customers inside as the lunch hour had passed. Thus, Madam Xiang was calculating her earnings at the counter.
Yang Chen looked around and failed to find Ma Guifang. Smiling, he walked forward and asked, âAunt Xiang, whereâs my mother-in-law?â