Shen Su prepared breakfast with the usual items Feng Feng ate: a hot pressed sandwich, an oatmeal latte, and they shared a salad. After breakfast, Feng Feng went to change and put on makeup. Since they likely wouldn't be back after buying gifts today, she wanted to wear the clothes she'd chosen to meet Shen Su's parents.
Feng Feng stood before her wardrobe, gazing at the array of clothes, uncharacteristically lost in thought. She was usually quite decisive when it came to choosing outfits. For important occasions, she always had a clear idea of what to wear. But today, meeting Shen Su's parents, she found herself struggling. She didn't know what to wear. A work suit would make her seem too imposing, while sportswear would appear too informal.
As Feng Feng was spacing out in front of the wardrobe, Shen Su entered the bedroom. "Why haven't you changed yet?"
He arrived at the perfect moment. Feng Feng looked up and asked, "What do you think I should wear today?"
It was the first time Shen Su had heard Feng Feng ask such a question. Although her tone was calm, the question alone revealed how much importance she placed on this meeting. Shen Su smiled, walked to the wardrobe, and picked out a beige sweater. "Wear this."
In reality, Shen Jianghe and Gu Yuan were not people who cared about such trivial details. It was simply that Shen Su personally preferred Feng Feng to wear soft-colored clothing. He even chose an outer jacket in the same color palette. Feng Feng took Shen Su's advice, changed into the clothes, and then went to the vanity to apply makeup. Shen Su watched from the side. As Feng Feng was applying lipstick, he picked out a light plum shade.
"This color goes well with today's outfit," Shen Su offered his opinion thoughtfully.
Feng Feng had also intended to choose a light-colored lipstick. The one Shen Su handed her was exactly the color she wanted, so she took it. Shen Su watched Feng Feng finish her lipstick and praised her generously, "You look beautiful."
Feng Feng remained composed upon hearing such words. She closed the lipstick case, finished her makeup, and then stood up from the chair.
Shen Su went to pick up the jacket nearby and helped Feng Feng put it on. They then left the room together.
Shen Su was driving today. Once in the car, Feng Feng relaxed in the passenger seat, enjoying his role as her chauffeur.
It was a Saturday midday, and the mall parking lot was packed. Feng Feng and Shen Su searched for a long time before finally finding a newly vacated spot to park. After entering the mall, they headed straight for the department stores on the first floor.
The game console Feng Feng had her eye on was in stock. After choosing the color, she also bought a pair of the latest controllers and asked the store assistant to package them. Then, she swiped her card. Previously, when they traveled, Shen Su often vied with Feng Feng to pay. But this time, he didn't make a move, content to watch Feng Feng complete the transaction. After the store assistant finished packaging the items, he stepped forward to help carry them.
As they exited the department store, Shen Su jokingly said to Feng Feng, "How about you do some homework for me in advance? What do your parents like? That way, I can cater to their preferences."
In truth, the answer to the question wasn't the most important part. The key point of his remark was to remind Feng Feng to arrange a meeting with her parents. Some things didn't need to be said too directly for Feng Feng to understand. After a few seconds of thought, she replied, "They've been enjoying self-driving tours these past two years."
As soon as Feng Feng said this, Shen Su's mind was filled with various gift ideas. But that wasn't the main point. "When do you plan to take me to meet them? I'm eager for a chance to impress Mr. Feng."
Seeing his eagerness, Feng Feng poured cold water on his enthusiasm, deliberately saying, "My parents aren't that easy to get along with."
After saying this, Feng Feng added, "I haven't told them about your romantic history yet. If they find out, it will be hard for them to like you. You'd better prepare yourself psychologically."
Upon hearing this, the smile on Shen Su's face gradually disappeared, and his expression turned serious. He had been too complacent, immersed in the joy of their "public" relationship, and had overlooked this.
Previously, Ji Tong's parents had been quite displeased with his past romantic experiences, and they had never agreed to Ji Tong being with him. Feng Feng's parents might very well hold the same view. They were also in the same industry. Although they lived in different cities, a little inquiry would surely reveal his past affairs.
Shen Su felt a headache coming on. He had never regretted his past romantic entanglements as much as he did now. Seeing Shen Su's increasingly serious expression, Feng Feng curved her lips slightly and asked him, "Do you still want to meet them as soon as possible?"
Shen Su snapped back to attention and asked Feng Feng, "Have you mentioned me to them? What did they say?"
Feng Feng maintained her nonchalant attitude. "They didn't say much."
In fact, Zhou Xuan had already discussed Shen Su with her. Back when they were traveling in Europe, Zhou Xuan had "interrogated" Feng Feng on WeChat. Although Feng Feng hadn't revealed much, she had given Shen Su's basic information. Upon hearing Shen Su's name, Zhou Xuan immediately remembered who he was.
Zhou Xuan and Feng Zhang quickly learned about Shen Su's past. Shen Su hadn't done anything particularly outrageous, and people's evaluations of him were generally good. However, when it came to relationships, his experience was too "rich," making him seem very fickle. Zhou Xuan and Feng Zhang had previously cautioned Feng Feng about this. Although they knew Feng Feng was unlikely to be deceived in this regard, they still expressed their concerns.
Feng Feng didn't offer any explanations for Shen Su's past actions. She simply promised them that she would never be deceived by Shen Su. In fact, Zhou Xuan and Feng Zhang had mentioned meeting Shen Su a few times, likely wanting to personally assess whether he was serious about this relationship.
However, arranging their meeting was a matter for later.
Seeing Shen Su's worried look, Feng Feng found it a bit amusing. Before she could say anything, Shen Su spoke again, "On our next holiday, I'll go back to Huaixi with you."
Feng Feng smiled and retorted, "Aren't you afraid my parents will kick you out?"
Shen Su replied, "I have thick skin, I'm not really afraid."
If Zhou Xuan and Feng Zhang truly had such strong opinions about him, they would have to address it in person. Shen Su did not want Feng Feng to be caught in the middle and inconvenienced. "If there are any issues then, I'll communicate with them personally."
Feng Feng responded with a simple "Oh," and added, "We'll see then."
Feng Feng and Shen Su returned to the Shen residence at five o'clock. The villa complex where Shen Jianghe and Gu Yuan lived was far from the city bustle and very quiet, with a large yard.
Feng Feng spotted a German Shepherd playing with a ball on the lawn. Upon seeing Shen Su, it barked excitedly. Feng Feng frowned instinctively at the sight of a large black dog barking so loudly.
The German Shepherd ran towards Shen Su. Shen Su immediately stepped in front of Feng Feng. "Pudding, don't bark."
Upon hearing Shen Su's command, it actually stopped barking and nudged its head forward for Shen Su to pet.