Return to the City: The Strongest King
Chapter 168: Infatuated Gaze

Chapter 168: Chapter 168: Infatuated Gaze

Miao Qingqing parked a Mercedes S320 at the entrance of the noodle shop. Although she was young, she was stable in handling affairs and didn’t like to show off, thus she drove a car that didn’t quite suit the typical younger crowd.

Seeing Song Xiaodong and Miao Xuanxuan coming out together, Miao Qingqing frowned slightly. In her heart, she believed Song Xiaodong definitely had abilities, good medical skills, and impressive physical prowess, but she had always been skeptical about his character, especially regarding his flirtatious nature with women. Therefore, seeing Miao Xuanxuan so close to Song Xiaodong made her quite uncomfortable.

As the car door opened, Song Xiaodong got into the passenger seat directly while Miao Xuanxuan, holding the door, leaned in with a teasing smile, "Miao Qingqing, you’ve got nothing to say now, huh?"

"What’s there to say?" Miao Qingqing frowned.

Miao Xuanxuan’s smile deepened as she teased, "Still pretending, huh? Since you’ve acknowledged him as your boyfriend, should I start calling him brother-in-law now?"

Miao Qingqing’s expression darkened, "Stop talking nonsense. If you’re getting in, hurry up, or else go do whatever you need to do."

Miao Xuanxuan shook her head, "Ah, how quickly things change. Got a man and don’t need a sister anymore. Preferring lovers over friends, no, no, it’s actually valuing lovers over relatives. I despise you."

Miao Qingqing wanted to respond, but Miao Xuanxuan had already slammed the car door shut, waved at them from outside the car, and walked away with a light step.

Miao Qingqing’s mouth twitched, and turning her head, she saw Song Xiaodong sitting there nonchalantly, which annoyed her. "You’re quite presumptuous, having to be begged to come."

Song Xiaodong turned his head towards Miao Qingqing, "Are you unhappy about it? If so, I can get out of the car now."

Miao Qingqing’s face darkened again, but without saying anything, she simply started the car, which also served to express her feelings.

Song Xiaodong watched Miao Qingqing with a smile, thinking to himself that even with a stern face, Miao Qingqing had quite an enticing allure.

To men, the clinginess of Xiao Yingying, the liveliness of Miao Xuanxuan, and the affectionate nature of Lin Su’er all held strong appeal. However, such women diminished men’s desire to conquer. Miao Qingqing’s elegance and dignity, on the other hand, if conquered, would bring a greater sense of achievement.

With Miao Qingqing keeping a straight face, and Song Xiaodong not initiating any conversation, soon they arrived at a high-end shopping mall where the clothes started at prices not affordable for average people.

Miao Qingqing was clearly a regular here, as the owner greeted her warmly. However, when she mentioned that the clothes were for Song Xiaodong, the owner looked at him in surprise, "President Miao, is this your...?"

Song Xiaodong immediately said, "We have no relation."

Contrary to his statement, Miao Qingqing said, "This is my boyfriend, Song Xiaodong."

The owner laughed heartily, "Very good, very good. This young man is quite stylish, definitely has a model’s build. I’ll pick out a couple of sets for him right away."

As the owner went to select clothes, Miao Qingqing whispered to Song Xiaodong, "The owner isn’t simple. Many wealthy people shop here, so watch what you say."

Song Xiaodong looked at Miao Qingqing, "Isn’t it just one gala to pretend? You’re not going to make me keep pretending, are you?"

Miao Qingqing replied irritably, "What’s the matter? Aren’t you willing?"

Song Xiaodong frowned and said, "Of course. Don’t think that buying me some clothes means I’ll always be your shield. You know I’m not short of money, so don’t think about using money to influence me."

"You... Alright, if you can explain to my dad later that there is nothing between us, then I won’t force you to pretend."

"He is your dad, not mine. What does it have to do with me?" Song Xiaodong shrugged his shoulders.

Miao Qingqing was instantly infuriated but found herself at a loss for words. Her mouth twitched as she said, "You really are the... least gentlemanly man I have ever met."

Song Xiaodong chuckled lightly and said, "Sorry, I don’t turn into a pushover just because I see a beautiful woman."

Miao Qingqing couldn’t help but kick Song Xiaodong lightly and said, "Regardless, you promised me today, so just be my boyfriend properly."

At that moment, the owner came over with two sets of clothes, eagerly asking Song Xiaodong to go into the fitting room to try them on.

After a short while, Song Xiaodong came out wearing a suit, and Miao Qingqing’s eyes lit up as she saw him.

"Hello, beautiful lady!" Song Xiaodong approached Miao Qingqing and smiled politely.

Although Miao Qingqing was reluctant to admit it, she nodded subconsciously. Since she had known Song Xiaodong, he always dressed casually, and coupled with his constant teasing, she had never noticed his good physique.

Now dressed in a suit, Song Xiaodong looked spirited all of a sudden, and not only did he exude a strong masculine air, but he also appeared elegant and completely like a gentleman.

The elegance of a gentleman isn’t something that can be faked easily. Ordinary men, even if they pretend to be gentlemen, lack that cultivation and their imitation is only skin-deep, but the current Song Xiaodong made Miao Xuanxuan feel as if he was indeed a highly educated gentleman.

"Hey, what’s up?" Song Xiaodong waved his hand lightly in front of Miao Qingqing’s eyes.

"Ah!" Miao Qingqing was jolted back to reality and then her face turned red instantly. She was embarrassed for spacing out while looking at a man.

"Do you think I look very handsome?" Song Xiaodong asked with a grin.

With that smile, Song Xiaodong seemed to return to his usual self, and Miao Qingqing almost doubted her own eyes. She looked him up and down and said, "Hmm, not bad."

Song Xiaodong leaned in close to Miao Qingqing’s ear. Miao Qingqing instinctively wanted to dodge, but seeing the owner of the store, she didn’t move away. She first felt a warm breath on her ear, followed by Song Xiaodong whispering, "I noticed you were looking at me a bit too intensely just now, almost like you were enchanted."

Miao Qingqing was directly pointed out by Song Xiaodong, first feeling quite embarrassed, but soon she became a bit annoyed. She nudged Song Xiaodong lightly with her elbow and said softly, "Don’t flatter yourself, go try on the other suit."

Song Xiaodong saw Miao Qingqing’s ears had turned red, a mischievous urge surged within him, and he lightly kissed her ear.

"Ah!" By the time Miao Qingqing realized Song Xiaodong had taken advantage of her, Song Xiaodong had already slipped into the fitting room, leaving her feeling both embarrassed and angry. This rascal, how dare he be so bold, taking advantage of her without ever holding back...

Sorry, I might have caught a cold, lying in bed feeling dizzy this morning, didn’t get up to write until noon. I’m still not feeling very well, but I’ll try to write two Chapters, though I can’t confirm when they’ll be updated.