Chapter 634: Chapter 633: Sneaking Out of the Old House for Late Night Snacks
By evening, Wen Xin, dragging her exhausted body after cleaning up Mu Chengxi, dressed herself and lazily sat on the sofa, looking at the refreshingly clean Mu Chengxi, her temples throbbing suddenly.
âIt seems I really canât rest anymore. I must return to school, otherwise it will truly affect your recovery!â
Wen Xin seriously considered for a moment, then very seriously nodded, firmly convinced of her own decision.
Mu Chengxi sat leaning against the bed, looking at Wen Xinâs adorable appearance, he smiled gently and did not refute her words.
Because he knew well that Wen Xin wanting to return to school was not an easy matter, especially since the Old Madam Mu, who had finally managed to keep Wen Xin at the old residence, would not let her leave easily.
âMiss Wen, Master Xi, the housekeeper just came by to say that you should go to Old Madamâs courtyard for a meal.â fĐłeewŃbnoŃ”el.cÏm
Mu Bei stood at the door, cautiously reminding them before quickly leaving, very worried he might overhear something he shouldnât.
Listening to the noises outside, Wen Xin already guessed Mu Beiâs thoughts. She stood up from the sofa, walked over to Mu Chengxi, bent down with one arm embracing Mu Chengxiâs neck and the other hand leaning on the wall.
âIt seems youâre about to turn me into an enchantingly beautiful troublemaker!â
Looking at Wen Xin huffing, Mu Chengxi smiled gently and, taking the opportunity, embraced Wen Xinâs waist, holding her close to his level.
âOthersâ opinions arenât important, what matters is, are you satisfied?â Mu Chengxi said, at the same time winked at Wen Xin.
Already completely incapable of resisting Mu Chengxi, Wen Xin nearly lost control over herself when faced with such temptation.
She bit her lip, closed her eyes, and took a deep breath. Her voice was soft and cool as she spoke, âI truly canât out-flirt you, I concede defeat.â
Wen Xin pulled away the hands Mu Chengxi had wrapped around her waist, trying to extract herself from his hold, but his strength appeared unmatched, and she was unable to escape his grip.
In the end, she gave in, wrapped her arms around Mu Chengxiâs neck, pressed against him, tipped her head back, and gave Mu Chengxi a long kiss before finally managing to get away from his embrace.
When the two of them arrived at Old Madam Muâs yard, there already was a large table of people sitting in the side hall, including Mu Chengxiâs uncles and his meddlesome aunt.
Seeing such a scene, Wen Xin unconsciously raised her eyebrows, finding the Mu family rather odd. They seemed unable to coexist in moments of conflict, yet could sit calmly at the same table to dine not long after, truly baffling.
âChengxi, your uncles, aunts, and aunt came because they heard you were injured and wanted to check on you. Come, sit next to grandma,â Old Madam Mu called out, fetching Mu Chengxi and Wen Xin to sit beside her while asking the butler to arrange for the meals to be served.
âChengxi, we heard you were injured, so we came to see you. We brought some little gifts, which we have handed to the housekeeper, who should have arranged for them to be delivered to your courtyard,â said Mu Chengxiâs Great Aunt, seemingly the only one from Mu Chengxiâs Great Uncleâs family who had never quarreled with Mu Chengxi.
While speaking, he was perfectly calm and composed without any hint of guilt, not like the other people who were lowering their heads, looking as if they dared not speak.
âThank you for your concern, aunt, and thank you also to all the uncles and aunts for your care,â he said.
As the head of the Mu family, Mu Chengxi possessed the demeanor befitting the head, although he did not particularly like those people. However, for the sake of harmony within the Mu family, he did not want outsiders to laugh at them, so he still bore the irritation in his chest and spoke very warmly.
The entire meal was unusually quiet in the side hall, with only a few words heard from Old Madam Mu occasionallyâ even Mu Chengxu became very quiet.
After dinner, Mu Chengxi was pushed by his fifth uncle to the Mu familyâs Council Hall, while Old Madam Mu was accompanied by a few daughters-in-law for a casual chat. Mu Chengxu took the opportunity to leave Old Madamâs courtyard with Wen Xin.
Massaging his still-hungry stomach, Mu Chengxu spoke with full of complaints.
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âI donât know why Grandma suddenly thought to call them all back for dinner. You donât know, when you werenât home, my eldest uncle, second uncle, and that annoying aunt seemed like completely different people, always coming back to butter up Grandma.â
âPerhaps Grandma was bewitched by them to call them all back for dinner. After that meal, I wasnât even full, and all that was left was an upset stomach!â
Wen Xin didnât know what she was thinking, but after hearing Mu Chengxuâs words, she realized she too hadnât eaten her fill. She turned her head to look at Mu Chengxu.
âHave you ever eaten at a street stall? Letâs go and eat at a street stall, Iâll treat!â Wen Xinâs beautiful eyes sparkled; it had been a long time since she had eaten at a street stall, and she was somewhat excited.
Seeing the excitement in Wen Xinâs shiny eyes, Mu Chengxu, who had never eaten at a street stall, also felt an unexpected pang of anticipation.
âDo we need to go to the city center? If we go out now, wonât Mu Chengxi scold us? He wonât blame you, but he wonât let me off!â
Looking at Wen Xin with a troubled expression, Mu Chengxu, although not afraid of Mu Chengxi, still wanted to give Mu Chengxi some face, especially since he was sneaking out with someoneâs girlfriend.
âNo, my fifth uncle probably has something to discuss with him. By the time heâs finished, weâll be back! Come on, letâs hurry up and go!â
Saying this, Wen Xin didnât give Mu Chengxu a chance to refuse and dragged him towards the direction of the garageâeating at a street stall was a matter of urgency.
When Mu Chengxu sat down at the food stallâs table, she still looked bewildered; she couldnât remember how she ended up there at all, as Wen Xinâs driving speed was dangerously fast.
Wen Xin casually took the menu handed by the waiter and passed one to Mu Chengxu as well. âSister, see if thereâs anything youâd like to eat. In a while, Yuan Junye and my friend will also come over.â
Hearing that Yuan Junye would come, Mu Chengxu slowly lifted her head. She wiped the tears from the corner of her eyes and looked at Wen Xin puzzledly, âYour friend? The one with the particularly striking clothing style? What is her relationship with Yuan Junye?â
Previously, Mu Chengxu had wanted to ask about Chu Yunxuanâs identity but hadnât found a suitable opportunity. Today, since Wen Xin brought her up, she couldnât help but ask.
âJust a friend Iâve known for a long time, thereâs no special relationship,â Wen Xin replied nonchalantly, not taking Mu Chengxuâs question seriously as she looked at the menu.