"Don't cry, Sister Mei, I won't be with any other woman, I promise!"
After speaking, Er Zhu made a two-finger oath, his eyes filled with heartache as he made his promise.
"Mmm... I... I actually..."
Seeing Er Zhu's determined gaze, Li Mei knew he wasn't lying. She suddenly thought of her own unusual behavior and for a moment didn't know how to explain it.
"Sister Mei, I'm hungry."
Er Zhu naturally understood Li Mei's thoughts. He patted his stomach and deliberately put on a look of extreme hunger.
"Then wait in the house for a bit, Sister Mei will cook for you."
Li Mei was startled, and as if guessing his thoughts, she tacitly dropped the matter.
Seeing Li Mei smile, Er Zhu couldn't help but smile too.
The atmosphere inside was peaceful, but outside, it was ice cold!
Wang Xiaomei had heard everything that had just transpired!
She... had lost completely!
"Miss, excuse me, is this Wang Er Zhu's house?"
Wang Xiaomei's tears fell involuntarily. Suddenly, a strange woman's voice came from behind her. She quickly wiped away her tears and turned around.
If you ask who this woman is, she is naturally Lin Qingqing.
Ever since her bet with Liu Yan last time, she had wanted to find Er Zhu, but she never had a suitable opportunity or reason. It wasn't until yesterday that she found one!
Yesterday, she and her best friend went to Qingya Hotel to eat, and they had a delicious medicinal dish called "Flavorless Chicken." After much inquiry, she discovered that this dish was invented by Er Zhu!
Thinking of the tender chicken and the fragrant chicken soup infused with herbal scents, Lin Qingqing's mouth watered!
Across from her, Wang Xiaomei sized up Lin Qingqing, a hint of surprise flashing in her eyes.
This woman was too beautiful!
Although she herself was beautiful, the woman before her possessed a pure radiance that she lacked.
Another beauty!
Er Zhu's romantic luck was truly excellent...
"Miss, is this Er Zhu's house?"
Lin Qingqing was unaware of Wang Xiaomei's thoughts. Thinking she had startled her, she patiently asked again.
"Yes, is there something you need him for?"
Wang Xiaomei finally came to her senses. She nodded slightly and asked tentatively, her curiosity piqued.
"Hmm, I suppose so."
Lin Qingqing didn't know Wang Xiaomei's relationship with Er Zhu. She scratched the back of her head, saying with a shy expression.
If wanting to see him counts as having something to do, then yes.
"Actually, I know him. I've called him several times, but he never answered."
Wang Xiaomei pointed towards the house. Just as she was about to speak, Lin Qingqing suddenly seemed to remember something and said with a hint of complaint.
Wang Xiaomei lowered her head and smiled bitterly, remaining silent, her eyes filled with melancholy.
Er Zhu was preoccupied with his beloved, how could he possibly spare a thought for friends...
"Lin Qingqing, why are you here?"
Just as Wang Xiaomei was sinking back into sorrow, the door suddenly opened, and Er Zhu stood at the entrance, looking at the two women.
He had just managed to coax Li Mei, and now Lin Qingqing had arrived!
This woman was always so straightforward. If Mei Jie misunderstood again, he would never be able to clear his name even if he jumped into the Yellow River...
Er Zhu looked at Lin Qingqing with some apprehension, but as a friend, he couldn't just drive her away.
"I heard that Five Flavor Chicken was invented by you, is that true?"
Lin Qingqing took a step forward, intimately linked her arm through Er Zhu's, and asked with admiration.
Speaking of the Five Flavor Chicken, Lin Qingqing's mind conjured up the enticing image. She had tasted all sorts of delicacies in the world, but had never eaten such delicious chicken!
Moreover, it was a medicinal chicken!
"Yes, I invented it, but what does that have to do with you looking for me?"
Feeling Lin Qingqing's arm around his, Er Zhu said as he pulled his arm away.
Did this Lin Qingqing take him for a highly accomplished monk, tempting him so openly!
"I want to eat chicken! I want to cooperate with you! I want to spread Five Flavor Chicken to every corner of China!"
Lin Qingqing was unbothered by Er Zhu's avoidance. She raised her hands high and excitedly expressed her idea.
Her love for chicken was real, and her desire to pursue Er Zhu was also real!
For a career-minded man like Er Zhu, the best way to pursue him was to work with him on his career!
Lin Qingqing believed that with continued interaction, Er Zhu would surely fall for her, this lively and adorable girl!
As for money, she had plenty and didn't care about this amount.
"I want to cooperate with you too!"
Behind Lin Qingqing, Wang Xiaomei was initially stunned, but her eyes flickered, and she instantly guessed what was happening.
Although she and Er Zhu had no chance, if she could get a little closer, then let it be.
Seeing the enthusiasm of the two women, Er Zhu was a bit bewildered, but with a turn of his mind, he seemed to understand their intentions.
"Cooperation is fine, but other matters are out of the question!"
Just as Lin Qingqing was about to push Er Zhu into the house, she suddenly heard him say seriously.
Upon hearing Er Zhu's words, the smile on Lin Qingqing's face instantly vanished, and the hope rekindled in Wang Xiaomei's heart was immediately extinguished.
"Alright, as long as we can cooperate, that's enough."
After a long while, Lin Qingqing sighed and nodded with some disappointment.
She, Lin Qingqing, had encountered countless people, but had never failed like this before!
This Er Zhu, she was determined to have him!
Er Zhu's reaction did not make Lin Qingqing back down, but instead, it further ignited her competitive spirit. A hint of determination flashed in her disappointed eyes.
"And you?"
Hearing Lin Qingqing's words, Er Zhu shifted his gaze to Wang Xiaomei.
Ever since he saw Li Mei's sadness, Er Zhu felt that some things were better clarified, especially matters of the heart!
Wang Xiaomei didn't speak. She just nodded heavily, her eyes filled with tears.
"Then you two come in, and we'll discuss the cooperation."
Seeing their earnest assurances, Er Zhu opened the door. But as soon as it opened, he saw Li Mei standing at the doorway, her eyes teary.
"Sister Mei, weren't you eating inside? Why are you standing here?"
Seeing the tears on Li Mei's face, Er Zhu instinctively reached out to wipe them away, but Li Mei took a step back, and Er Zhu's hand retracted.
"It's nothing, I just saw you hadn't come in and came out to see."
Li Mei looked at Er Zhu with teary eyes, her gaze full of deep affection and a smile.
She had heard everything just now. She had initially thought Er Zhu was just placating her, but she never expected it to be true!
A man this capable and devoted, she found it harder and harder to let go of...
Looking at Li Mei's expression, which was neither fully crying nor fully smiling, Er Zhu guessed that she must have heard everything. He smiled slightly, his eyes full of tenderness.
The two gazed at each other affectionately, and even the air around them seemed to become incredibly sweet...
Meanwhile, Lin Qingqing and Wang Xiaomei felt as if they had fallen into an ice cellar, especially Lin Qingqing!