Chapter 1175: Chapter 1176: Meeting Old Classmates
He Lingzhi suddenly understood what Song Xiaodong was thinking, kicked him lightly, and said irritably, "What nonsense are you thinking? I said I had some ideas, I want to try them myself first."
Song Xiaodong also realized the misunderstanding, rubbed his nose awkwardly, and said, "Then try it yourself. This kind of thing is more about enlightenment, it canât be forced, so keep an open mind."
"I know, but no matter what, I want to thank you. At least I no longer hate you now."
Song Xiaodong laughed heartily, "Thatâs quite a good progress."
"But to make me fall in love with you, itâs still a long way off. Such small favors wonât do."
"Pfft, this is a small favor? If I taught others, theyâd be begging me on their knees."
He Lingzhi tilted her chin, "Donât forget, I am your fiancĂ©e. Am I the same as others?"
"Pfft! Now youâre admitting it."
He Lingzhi said slyly, "Hehe, anyway, Iâm unmarried, just a tag."
Song Xiaodong laughed again, "Then find your feelings. Iâll leave now."
He Lingzhi sent Song Xiaodong out and immediately started to experience that perception ability of his, no longer thinking about anything else.
Song Xiaodong returned to the villa; it was just past seven. Song Xiaoru, Miao Xuanxuan, and Miao Qingqing were still lazing in bed. Normally, they seldom sleep in, as theyâve gained some True Qi by being with Song Xiaodong, enhancing their strength even if it doesnât allow them to do much for now.
However, last night, the three of them were too exhausted, hence rare for them to enjoy a lie-in.
"Oh, youâre up so early."
The sound of Song Xiaodong returning woke the three up. Song Xiaoru rubbed her eyes and asked.
Song Xiaodong said with a smile, "I woke up very early, at five oâclock. Then He Lingzhi came to bother me."
"What did she want with you?" Miao Xuanxuan stretched lazily, her alluring figure even more tempting.
Song Xiaodong sat by the bed, his hand already on Miao Xuanxuan, "Itâs nothing much, just pestering me to teach her some skill-based things. I also promised her a temporary engagement, and we can indefinitely postpone marriage until she truly likes me, then Iâll marry her."
Song Xiaoru said, "Thatâs indeed a way. At least itâs given her time to buffer, preventing her from resisting so outright."
Miao Xuanxuan chuckled softly, "This shows sheâs starting to accept you. Otherwise, a woman would be very sensitive about engagements and wouldnât agree easily."
Miao Qingqing nodded in agreement, "Yes, thatâs basically certain."
Miao Xuanxuan said proudly, "Our husband is so impressive. What woman wouldnât be moved when she meets him? Not feeling anything would be foolish."
Miao Qingqing scoffed, "Then thatâs good. In the future, our home will truly have the Three Palaces, Six Courtyards, Seventy-Two Concubines."
Miao Xuanxuan said proudly, "Hehe, thatâs not bad at all, so lively!"
Miao Qingqing rolled her eyes at her, "Of course thatâs good. Later, you wouldnât know how long youâd have to wait to say a word to Dongzi."
"Ah... youâre right, it really shouldnât be too many. Otherwise, even speaking wonât be possible, which would be too pitiful. Then with a few more resentful ladies, our home might end up like a major drama palace intrigue."
Song Xiaoru nodded, "It shouldnât be too many. I think... fifteen is just about right."
"Yes, yes, fifteen, five a day, perfect. But adding them up now seems about right."
Watching Miao Xuanxuan counting on her fingers, Song Xiaodong chuckled, "Why count those? Just know that I absolutely wonât easily bring more women into the house, unless itâs completely unavoidable like with He Lingzhi."
After a few words, Song Xiaoruâs phone rang with a WeChat notification, and she exclaimed, "Oh, I forgot, I have a date today."
"A date?" Song Xiaodong looked at Song Xiaoru puzzled.
Song Xiaoru said, "I have two classmates in Beijing. They knew I was coming to the capital, so they want to meet up for shopping and a meal."
Song Xiaodong nodded, "Then go, have fun."
Song Xiaoru said, "Yeah, I agreed to meet them, but Iâve slept until now, almost late. I need to get up quickly."
Saying that, she got out of bed and started getting dressed hurriedly.
Miao Qingqing said, "Dongzi, if youâre not busy today, accompany Sister Xiaoru. We still have quite a few enemies in Beijing here; Iâm afraid someone might harm Sister Xiaoru."
Miao Xuanxuan nodded in agreement, "Right, and you havenât had much time shopping with Sister Xiaoru anyway. While youâre out, get something for the sisters back home too, if convenient."
Song Xiaodong quickly responded, "I think that works. Sis, if I go with you, wonât it be inconvenient?"
Song Xiaoru said, "Fine, but itâs best you go as my brother. They know I have a brother; now explaining youâre not my...this requires an explanation."
Song Xiaodong nodded, "No problem, as long as I accompany you."
Song Xiaoru did a quick freshen-up, only putting on some light makeup. She has a natural beauty, looking stunning even without makeup.
They didnât use the He familyâs car. Instead, they had someone from the He family drop them off not far from where they agreed to meet, then walked the rest.
The meeting place was a commercial building. Shortly after, Song Xiaoru found her two classmates. One was named Lin Yuru, and the other Shen Bing, both urban professionals.
Although not top-notch beauties, their fashion sense made them quite striking, fitting the title of beauties.
"Ah! Xiaoru! Youâre even more beautiful!" They came over, warmly hugging Song Xiaoru, faces full of excitement.
Song Xiaoru replied excitedly, "Youâre not bad either. Seeing you like this, Iâm really happy for you."
The three women chatted chirpily for a bit, and Lin Yuru and Shen Bingâs focus shifted to Song Xiaodong.
Lin Yuru blinked, "Xiaoru, introduce this handsome guy to us."
Song Xiaodong pulled Song Xiaodong over, "Donât you recognize? This is my brother, Song Xiaodong."
"What? This is your brother..." The two looked Song Xiaodong up and down, then Lin Xinru said, "He seems different. The photo you showed then was of a little punk. Now, heâs a handsome guy. Xiaoru, does your brother have a girlfriend? Because if not, I want in."
Song Xiaodong couldnât help but smile. His sisterâs classmates are quite amusing.