Chapter 226 The imagined war did not materialize.
Chapter 226 The imagined war did not materialize.
This time was different from before; Boss Yang pulled Qin Tian straight back to the small apartment.
The neon lights downstairs flickered in the night, illuminating the hurried figures of the two.
Qin Tian was somewhat surprised. Usually, Boss Yang would buy groceries outside and cook them at home, but today he took him directly back to this secret base.
"Sister Mi, don't you need to buy anything to eat?" Qin Tian asked casually as he walked alongside her.
His gaze swept over the street stalls, the aroma of grilled skewers wafting through the air, whetting his appetite.
"No need, I've already bought everything." Mr. Yang said calmly, but his pace didn't slow down at all.
She wore a simple trench coat, her hair casually draped over her shoulders, looking exceptionally relaxed and natural.
"You were planning to send me all along!" Qin Tian teased with a smile, a hint of smugness in his voice.
This apartment was their secret hideout; Boss Yang would only come when Qin Tian visited. On ordinary days, it was almost deserted, a little world that belonged only to the two of them.
"I came over a few days ago to clean up, otherwise the rooms would have been abandoned." Mr. Yang replied casually, his tone devoid of much emotion, as if it were just an ordinary matter.
Qin Tian muttered to himself: "Another mess. What a waste!"
He knew that Boss Yang had been visiting him less often lately and was quite unhappy about it, but the atmosphere today seemed a bit unusual.
He didn't say anything more and silently followed behind Boss Yang. The two remained silent until they entered the apartment.
Upon entering, a faint fragrance filled the air, like the aroma of some kind of herb, mixed with the warm scent of food.
Qin Tian couldn't help but take a deep breath, somewhat surprised.
"Did you hire someone to cook?" Qin Tian looked around. There was no one else in the kitchen, only a few exquisite dishes on the dining table.
"No, I came back this afternoon. I just learned a new recipe from my mom: medicinal cuisine. You should try it." Boss Yang's tone remained casual, but there was a hint of expectation in his eyes.
She took off her trench coat, casually hung it on a hanger, turned around and went into the kitchen, bringing out a bowl of steaming soup.
Qin Tian looked at the various highly nutritious ingredients laid out on the table and his heart stirred.
These dishes were clearly prepared with great care; just by looking at their color and presentation, you could tell they were meticulously prepared.
He couldn't resist picking up his chopsticks and taking a piece of stewed beef brisket that was so tender it melted in his mouth, filling his mouth with a rich aroma.
"Sister Mi, you're so kind." Qin Tian said with a smile as he ate, looking at Boss Yang with a hint of teasing in his eyes.
"You're such a smooth talker." Boss Yang rolled his eyes at him, but the corners of his mouth turned up slightly, clearly not annoyed by the compliment.
"Would you like to taste how smooth my tongue is?" Qin Tian asked with a mischievous grin, leaning closer to tease her.
"Hmph!" Boss Yang snorted lightly, ignored him, and turned to start clearing the table.
Her movements were gentle and practiced, as if it were all perfectly natural.
Qin Tian sat at the dining table, his gaze following her retreating figure, feeling a mix of emotions.
He put down his chopsticks and said slowly, "Sister Mi, you know, a woman who doesn't want your money or your house, but just wants to be there for you when you're feeling down, is such a rare woman."
Mr. Yang felt a warmth in his heart upon hearing these words.
She stopped what she was doing, turned her back to Qin Tian, and smiled slightly.
"Isn't this talking about me?" she thought to herself. Although she always appeared strong and independent, at this moment, she felt a long-lost warmth.
Unexpectedly, Qin Tian then said, "Is it expensive for a woman like this to cost you two hundred at a bathhouse?"
Mr. Yang was stunned for a moment, then realized what was happening, turned around and glared at him, but he couldn't hide the smile on his lips.
She gently patted Qin Tian's shoulder and chuckled, "Your mouth is so frivolous!"
Qin Tian laughed heartily, stood up, put his arm around Boss Yang's shoulder, and said with a hint of doting in his voice, "Sister Mi, I'm serious, a woman like you is priceless."
Boss Yang didn't pull away, letting him hold her, a hint of tenderness flashing in her eyes. She hadn't felt this relaxed in a long time; the pressure of her work usually left her almost breathless.
At this moment, all she wanted was to enjoy this brief moment of peace and tranquility with Qin Tian; everything seemed to have become simpler.
The aroma of medicinal cuisine still lingered in the room, and the atmosphere between the two gradually became relaxed and warm. Boss Yang leaned on Qin Tian's shoulder and whispered, "Qin Tian, you know what? Sometimes, I really find you annoying, but I just can't live without you."
Qin Tian looked down at her, his eyes serious: "Sister Mi, me too. Even though you're always so fierce, I like you just the way you are."
Boss Yang smiled and didn't say anything more. She knew that this moment of warmth was enough. There might be many challenges ahead, but as long as Qin Tian was by her side, she felt that everything wouldn't be so difficult.
The two sat quietly on the sofa, the night outside the window gradually deepening, the room's light soft and warm.
At that moment, time seemed to stand still, and their mere presence became the most beautiful scene of the night.
At this moment, there are no children, no jobs, no trivial matters, no ex-husband; there are only the two of them.
Tranquil moments are always fleeting.
"Oops!" Qin Tian exclaimed.
"what happened?"
"Hehe, such a beautiful day, shouldn't we do something good for our physical and mental health?"
The doctor said that sexual intercourse should be avoided while taking medicinal cuisine.
"Then he must not be holding a beauty like you. I don't care..."
Suddenly, a melodious song filled the room.
I must say, this medicinal diet is really effective; it completely wiped away the fatigue of the previous five days.
This also illustrates that sometimes you need to try different people. It will yield different results. It doesn't necessarily mean you're incapable; it might just be that you're too familiar with them, which is why it doesn't work for you!
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