CHAPTER 50: CHAPTER 50: THOSE WHO ARE NOT FAMILY DO NOT ENTER THE FAMILY HOME

Just as Lin Xin was preparing to continue her verbal assault, a playful voice reached their ears.

"So, are you planning to swallow it whole? Or would you rather crush it and drink it with water? I’d personally recommend the latter; it’s easier to get down that way..."

As the voice faded, they looked up to see it was Qingxue.

The person she liked was being mocked, so naturally, Qingxue couldn’t just sit idly by. She immediately stepped forward.

Lin Xin stared at the young woman before her. Whether in appearance or temperament, the newcomer was leagues ahead. Lin Xin couldn’t help but feel her own confidence shrink.

"Who are you?"

"Who am I?" Qingxue strode over to Xia Liang on her long legs and draped an arm over his shoulder. "I’m one of Xia Liang’s pursuers. He hasn’t said yes to me yet, but I could become his girlfriend the moment he agrees."

After speaking, she tilted her face up in a defiant gesture.

Here, Qingxue was being clever for once; she didn’t claim to be Xia Liang’s girlfriend. It couldn’t be helped! Who knew if he would shoot her down if she made such a claim? That’s why she called herself his pursuer. This way, she could stand up for the man she liked without risking him putting her in an awkward position.

And it worked. Seeing Xia Liang remain silent, Qingxue felt a mix of disappointment and secret delight. It couldn’t be helped; women are just strange creatures like that. She was disappointed, of course, because Xia Liang didn’t seize the opportunity to make her his official girlfriend. But she was also happy he didn’t take advantage of the situation. If he had agreed just like that, Qingxue would have felt like she was just a tool to get rid of Lin Xin.

Lin Xin, on the other hand, was utterly dumbfounded.

How could this be possible! Such a beautiful woman was just this man’s pursuer? What did he possibly do to deserve this?! He might be handsome, but that sharp tongue of his! How could anyone stand being with a person like that without being angered to death?

Although reluctant to concede, Lin Xin was out of options. Qingxue’s arrival had completely cornered her, making it impossible to continue her tirade. She could only huff, grab her bag, and turn to leave.

But Qingxue wasn’t ready to let her off the hook just yet. She shouted after the retreating figure, "Hey, hey, hey! Wait! You haven’t eaten your cup yet!"

Upon hearing this, Lin Xin, who was in the middle of her exit, stumbled and nearly fell flat on her face.

Indeed, birds of a feather flock together! This woman’s mouth is just as nasty as his!

After glaring at Qingxue, Lin Xin fled in disgrace.

"Haha!" This made Qingxue ecstatic. Now she finally understood why Xia Liang enjoyed roasting people so much. It was incredibly fun!

Just as Lin Xin left, Qingxue sidled up to Xia Liang.

"So? I helped you out today. How about you treat me to a meal?"

At this, Xia Liang’s face instantly soured.

"No, I refuse. I saved you yesterday, and you want me to treat you? I haven’t even blamed you for disrupting my blind date. Without you, maybe it would’ve worked out."

"’Worked out?’" Qingxue looked at him in disbelief. "Xia Liang, how thick-skinned can you be? Besides me, who else would possibly like a dense, straightforward guy like you?"

Facing Qingxue’s question, Xia Liang proudly lifted his head.

"Plenty of women!"

Seeing his shameless expression, Qingxue knew it was impossible to get him to treat her to a meal. She sighed in resignation.

"Alright, then. To thank you for saving me yesterday and to make up for ruining your blind date, let me treat you to a meal. How about that?"

At her words, a passing waitress’s hand, which was holding a tray, couldn’t help but tremble.

What did I just hear? The ice-cold manager is actually pursuing someone! Not only that, but she’s the one asking a man out to dinner!

The waitress found it hard to calm her racing heart. She had never seen the manager act like this before. The cafe had many admirers who came specifically for her. These men were all very ’caring’—they all ’raised small animals,’ you know. Jaguars, Land Rovers, BMWs... But the icy Qingxue never gave them so much as a second glance.

What on earth did this man sitting right here do to deserve the manager’s affection?

Xia Liang felt helpless. It seemed there was no shaking her off today.

Shaking his head, Xia Liang stood up. "Fine! Since you have so sincerely invited me, I shall graciously accept your offer. Let’s go."

With that, he started to walk out. He intended to pay the bill, but Qingxue stopped him.

"Hey, hey, hey, how can I let you pay in my cafe? This is my treat."

"Hmm..." After a moment’s hesitation, Xia Liang nodded. They were old acquaintances, after all.

If I insist on paying now, she might think I dislike her, and that could hurt her feelings. Big deal. I can just buy her a Starbucks later to even things out. As a man, I shouldn’t take advantage of her.

With that thought, Xia Liang nodded again. "Alright then. Let’s go for a walk before we eat."

"Okay!" Qingxue agreed in a heartbeat, trailing after him like an eager shadow.

To the waitress watching this unfold, the scene was simply unbelievable. Watching the two figures walk away, she sighed.

No matter what, for the manager to be the one chasing him, he must have some extraordinary qualities besides being handsome. Like being able to drive a Ferrari with one hand or something!

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As soon as they stepped outside, Qingxue looked around. Seeing no silver car, she immediately took out her phone.

"Since you didn’t drive and you want to go shopping first, let’s call a cab," she said, opening an app.

"No need. I drove," Xia Liang said, pointing ahead to where a crowd had gathered around something.

"Whoa, that car is absolutely insane! So cool!"

"Can anyone tell me what kind of car that is?"

"Baidu says this is a Lamborghini Poison! The starting price is over forty-five million!"

"Damn, a forty-five-million-yuan car! What kind of tycoon is brave enough to just park it on the roadside? Aren’t they worried about it getting scratched or dinged?"

"If this thing gets scratched, we’re talking tens of thousands, right?"

"Tens of thousands? Dream on! Just a paint chip would probably cost you hundreds of thousands!"

"Damn, so that’s a whole BMW gone just like that?"

"Everyone, stay back!"

"Yeah, yeah, let’s watch from a distance."

"Whoa! Buddy, don’t get your drool on it!"

"So, whose car do you think this is? Has anyone seen the owner?"

"I’d kill to marry a guy this rich."

"Heh, a guy who can afford this kind of sports car must be a millionaire! Why would he even look at you?"

"I’d be happy just to be his maid, doing laundry and cooking!"

As the crowd chattered, Xia Liang and a puzzled Qingxue walked over.

I really underestimated the allure of a sports car. I wasn’t even inside for that long, and it’s already completely swarmed.