Flash Marriage, Deep Love
Chapter 183: Come Home Early, There’s a Surprise (2)

Chapter 183: Chapter 183: Come Home Early, There’s a Surprise (2)

"Jing, you can still stay calm at a time like this?" Bao’er looked at Mi Jing with a hint of surprise on her round face. Based on her understanding of Mi Jing, she shouldn’t be this quiet at this moment!

"I’m going inside to help."

With a sudden motion, Mi Jing stood up with a stern face, threw out a sentence, and didn’t bother to acknowledge Bao’er and Bai Lulu as she walked straight to the kitchen.

"Are you sure she’s not going in there to eliminate that woman?" Bai Lulu asked.

"Don’t know." Bao’er shook her head and said, "Let’s go, follow her in and see."

With that, Bao’er and Bai Lulu both stood up and followed Mi Jing towards the kitchen.

The kitchen wasn’t large, and there was almost no furnishing inside, just a marble countertop with a sink embedded, and some commonly used seasonings placed beside it, along with an induction cooker. It was just that simple, very basic kitchen equipment, but most single people working away from home were similar because they didn’t plan to settle down here, and also didn’t have much spare money to waste, so generally, they wouldn’t buy too many kitchen or furniture items, just enough to use. And in this aspect, An Mingyuan was still commendable, at least he was a thrifty man who knew how to live frugally; he wouldn’t spend money extravagantly, but would also not be stingy with friends. If he could remain emotionally faithful, perhaps he could be considered a reliable lifelong partner.

Unfortunately...

Mi Jing stopped at the kitchen door, watching a man and a woman inside working in perfect harmony, a few past scenes flashed through her mind.

Thinking back, An Mingyuan had been living here for several years now, from university graduation until now. Mi Jing hadn’t visited many times, but every time she did, it was always An Mingyuan and Ruanruan bustling in the kitchen, while she either watched TV in the living room, supervised from the side, or went out to the balcony connected to the kitchen to enjoy the view.

But at this moment, the place was still the same, but the people were a different combination.

Turns out, besides Ruanruan, An Mingyuan could also have such synergy with this woman, like a little married couple. Those who didn’t know the situation might even envy them for their seemingly good relationship.

With a hint of sarcastic laughter on her lips, Mi Jing thought that this world really does have all kinds of men, especially those who are emotionally unfaithful!

Thinking this, Mi Jing felt the pressure on her shoulders and turned her head, seeing two familiar faces, she suddenly felt a strong urge to embrace them. From childhood to adulthood, she met many people, but those who stayed in touch and often appeared around her were very few. Compared to the love she once pursued wholeheartedly and devotedly, familial bonds and friendships always yielded high returns for low investments, while love sometimes was like a thankless wolf, the deeper the love, the greater the hurt.

"What’s up? Did you suddenly realize you’re in love with me?" Bao’er, who understood Mi Jing well, joked. Though she was an optimistic person, she was also quite emotional at times. Seeing Mi Jing’s spirited eyes misting over, she knew her sensitive nerve had been touched again.

"I’ve always been in love with you, didn’t you know?" Sometimes, between good friends, there was no need for too many words. A simple look would suffice. Mi Jing smiled softly, responding lightheartedly to Bao’er’s tease.

"Why are you all standing here? Bored?" Noticing Mi Jing and the others standing at the door, An Mingyuan turned to them and asked.

"We’re good! We just wanted to come in and help." Saying this, Mi Jing walked towards An Mingyuan, adding, "No need to cook, with the induction cooker, let’s have hot pot instead." Given the cold weather, hot pot was the perfect choice, warming and saving waiting time.

"Great idea." Mo Tingting, who was washing vegetables, turned and agreed, but Mi Jing ignored her.

Mi Jing had exhausted her patience with this woman. If she wanted to show off her hospitality, Mi Jing wouldn’t stop her but wouldn’t cooperate either. Since she liked performing solo, let her continue.

"Let us help too."

Seeing Mi Jing already busy, Bao’er pulled Bai Lulu to join the bustle, squeezing between An Mingyuan and Mo Tingting to help with washing vegetables. This made the already small kitchen feel even more cramped, with hardly any room to turn around.

"Lulu, Bao’er, why don’t you sit outside? The kitchen space is limited; it’s uncomfortable to squeeze in here," An Mingyuan suggested, struggling to slice meat as Bao’er stood on his right and Mi Jing on his left.

"It’s fine. We’d rather squeeze into your kitchen than into someone’s relationship. Though it’s not comfortable, at least we’re not doing anything morally corrupt and can feel at ease."

Bao’er’s words were clearly loaded, everyone could hear it, but the two being subtly criticized kept their composure and remained silent. So Bao’er, biting her lip, smiled and asked Mo Tingting, "Miss Mo, do you feel uncomfortable with us squeezing in beside you?"

"Not at all! The more, the merrier!" Mo Tingting placed the cleaned vegetables in a basket, still smiling brightly.

"Actually, I think it depends on the situation. A gathering like ours is definitely more lively with more people, but when it comes to mistresses or love rivals, isn’t it also about the thrill of the commotion? Maybe they think it’s more exciting with more people, all vying for one man?"

"It’s hard to say who’s right or wrong in matters of the heart, and feelings can’t always be controlled. Sometimes, you just like someone, but it happens that you meet them at an inconvenient time to be the main partner." Mo Tingting’s soft and gentle voice, however, uttered something utterly ridiculous.

Ha!

Finally, the truth was spoken!

Mi Jing and the others sneered inwardly, but since Bao’er had started this topic, they tacitly kept quiet, waiting for Bao’er’s retort.

Bao’er smiled, revealing her cute little canine teeth, and said, "I disagree with you. Although emotions can’t be controlled, choosing to be a mistress is a decision one can make. Also, not everyone is destined to be the main partner. Even if the opportunity arises, there’s no guarantee one can secure that position, and might not even get the chance to be a mistress in the future. So, women should value themselves and not become toys for men seeking novelty."

"Bao’er, what’s gotten into you today? Your words sound odd," An Mingyuan stopped what he was doing and looked at Bao’er with a puzzled expression.

Acting!