Lu Family's small courtyard.

At this moment, Lu Miaochan sat under a locust tree in the yard, holding an English book, reviewing her lessons.

"Miaochan."

At this time, a shout came from inside the house; it was her mother, Wu Xiangjun, calling her.

"Mom, what's up?" Lu Miaochan responded, looking at Wu Xiangjun who was walking over.

"Miaochan, didn't you say Ye Xuan returned from his business trip? Why not invite him over for dinner, he hasn't visited our home for quite a while." Wu Xiangjun said.

Hearing this, a flicker of eagerness appeared in Lu Miaochan's eyes. If she could have a meal with Ye Xuan, that would be wonderful! Especially with the family together; only then would she feel Ye Xuan truly belonged to her, that she and Ye Xuan were genuinely a family, without anyone else around.

"Recently, he's been very busy, don't know if he has time to come over."

Lu Miaochan said softly, with a hint of gloom on her face, as if, without knowing when, even seeing Ye Xuan had become a luxury! Oh, how great it would be to return to the days when they were together...

"Just for a meal, he should have the time, right? Give him a call and ask, it won't take much of his time." Wu Xiangjun urged.

"Well... alright, I'll ask..."

Lu Miaochan nodded, put down the book in her hand, and prepared to take out her phone.

Dee-dee!

But just then, a car horn sounded from outside the door, a sound both mother and daughter were all too familiar with; it was Ye Xuan's car.

Lu Miaochan's heart trembled slightly, and an uncontrollable joy appeared on her face!

Could it be... Ye Xuan has come?

"Haha, speak of Cao Cao, and Cao Cao arrives! Isn't that Ye Xuan's car sound? He must be here, go out and check."

Wu Xiangjun also smiled broadly, tugging on Lu Miaochan's sleeve.

Lu Miaochan snapped out of it and quickly walked outside.

However, she suppressed her joy inwardly, her face returning to calmness, and opened the courtyard door.

As soon as the door opened, a familiar figure appeared vividly before her eyes. Wasn't it the guy she thought about day and night, and secretly resented, darn Ye Xuan?

"Miaochan darling, I'm back to see you!"

As he entered, Ye Xuan opened his arms with a bright smile, ready to give Lu Miaochan a hug.

Lu Miaochan, calm and composed, showed no expression on her face, stepped back, and said, "After wandering outside for so long, you still know to come back?"

Ye Xuan retracted his arms, looking embarrassed, coughed, and said, "Where did I wander? I went to work, alright?"

"Work? Going to work for your wives, huh?"

Lu Miaochan eyed him askew, her tone dripping with sarcasm, detectable from a mile away.

Seeing Lu Miaochan's jealousy-filled appearance, Ye Xuan scratched his head. When did this girl become so jealous? How should he coax her now?

"Miaochan, what's with your attitude? Ye Xuan only comes back once in a while, and you treat him like this!"

Just as Ye Xuan was fretting, Wu Xiangjun stepped in to ease the situation, smiling, "Ye Xuan, I'm genuinely glad to have you visit us! I just asked Miaochan to call you, didn't expect you'd come back on your own."

"Auntie, I'm sorry, I haven't visited you all these days! I had an accident and was hospitalized earlier, then I went to Shangjing on a business trip, which delayed me for so long." Ye Xuan apologized sincerely.

"Haha, no problem, it's enough that you're here! I heard about it, it's not your fault!"

Wu Xiangjun, all understanding, already knew about Ye Xuan's hospitalization from her daughter, so she was very understanding.

Speaking thus, she led Ye Xuan into the house, poured him a cup of water, and sat down beside him.

"Xiao Ye, is your health alright?"

Clasping Ye Xuan's hand, Wu Xiangjun inquired with concern.

"Auntie, it's fine! I've recovered, you don't need to worry." Ye Xuan replied with a smile.

Hearing this, Wu Xiangjun felt relieved, "That's good! I was very worried when I heard you had an accident, couldn't sleep well for several nights, constantly worried and scared! I truly see you as a son, praying to the heavens that nothing happens to you. Luckily, the heavens were kind, and you're safe and sound. Seeing you so healthy now, I can finally rest easy."

"Hmph, what heaven's blessing? He just has a tough life that even King Yan refuses to take!" Lu Miaochan muttered from the side.

"Miaochan, what nonsense are you spouting? Gently spit, spit..."

Wu Xiangjun gave Lu Miaochan a stern look, earnestly saying, "Ye Xuan is blessed, always watched over by the heavens, immensely fortunate!"

"Ever since he came to our family, haven't you noticed how our luck has been incredibly good? It's his fortune we're borrowing. Instead of being thankful, you're making snarky comments?"

"Thank him? I've already given myself…I mean, fine, I'm wrong, he's the blessed one, alright!"

Under Wu Xiangjun's stern gaze, Lu Miaochan could only change her words.

"If you can't speak nicely, just keep quiet."

Wu Xiangjun poked Lu Miaochan's forehead, then turned to Ye Xuan, "Ye Xuan, don't mind Miaochan, she's been spoiled by me since childhood!"

"Haha, Auntie, what are you saying? Given my relationship with Miaochan, why would I be bothered by such things?"

Ye Xuan shook his head, smiling, "Sometimes, I find her personality quite cute! I can't like it enough, why would I find fault?"

"Ah, I forgot, that's how you both talk to each other, it's your version of flirting, right?" Wu Xiangjun chuckled into her hand.

"Mom, what are you saying? Who's flirting with him?" Lu Miaochan muttered discontentedly.

Ye Xuan smiled lightly, glancing around before changing the topic, "By the way, Auntie, where's Uncle Lu? I haven't seen him."

"Oh, he's busy at the restaurant, will be back later," Wu Xiangjun replied.

Upon hearing this, Ye Xuan didn't ask further, continuing to chat casually with the mother and daughter.

Half an hour later.

Suddenly, Wu Xiangjun seemed to remember something, slapping her forehead, "Oh dear! Look at my memory, Ye Xuan, what would you like for dinner? I'll go to the market and get it for you."

"Auntie, anything will do, just like before, I enjoy all of it." Ye Xuan laughed.

"Miaochan, see, even Ye Xuan knows how to speak nicely, unlike you, who never says a good word!"

Wu Xiangjun's face lit up with a smile, clearly loving Ye Xuan's words, and began to lecture her daughter.

"Mom, can you talk about your daughter like that? I do praise you often, don't I?"

Hearing this, Lu Miaochan was dissatisfied, pouting as she protested.

"Truth is! Anyway, your mouth isn't as good as Ye Xuan's." Wu Xiangjun commented casually.

"Hey, Ms. Wu Xiangjun, isn't your bias a bit too much? Am I not your biological daughter?"

Lu Miaochan was exasperated, now even suspecting perhaps this guy is her mom's real child, and she's the adopted one.

How aggravating is this?

"You may be my biological child, but I feel closer to Ye Xuan! Because he's handsomer!" Wu Xiangjun said.

"I'm a girl, he's a guy! How's this comparable? I'd say I'm prettier than him.

Lu Miaochan huffed, feeling unfair.

Isn't mom too quirky?

"Yes, you are pretty indeed! Isn't that part of what I passed down to you? Besides, I do have a soft spot for handsome guys!"

Wu Xiangjun said matter-of-factly, with a nonchalant expression.

Lu Miaochan: "..."

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