Chapter 400 An Unwelcome Arrival

Facing Ji Luofei's enthusiasm, Song Qinian merely smiled faintly.

Logically, Song Qinian had known Ji Luofei for a longer time and only knew Gu Zhiyan for a few years, spending less time with her. Yet, in Song Qinian's heart, Gu Zhiyan felt closer.

Hearing Song Qinian address her as "Auntie," Ji Luofei pouted. "Niannian, you and Jun Shen are already married, why do you still call me Auntie? Come on, call me Mom."

Looking at Ji Luofei's smiling face, Song Qinian found herself unable to utter the word "Mom."

Fortunately, at this moment, Li Jun Shen stepped forward, putting his arm around Song Qinian's shoulders and smoothing things over. "It's just a title. Niannian can't change it overnight. She'll adapt slowly."

Ji Luofei smiled and linked arms with Shen Zhenghao, not showing any anger, but rather smiling even more brightly. "Look at our Jun Shen, he just got married and his elbow is already pointing to Siberia."

Seeing Ji Luofei's smile, Shen Zhenghao was captivated, and he didn't pay any mind to how Song Qinian addressed them.

Shen Zhenghao's birthday was celebrated at home. Ji Luofei was in a good mood and personally cooked a few dishes.

The dishes on the table were exquisitely plated, but there weren't many. This detail showed that Ji Luofei was a refined yet impractical person.

Shen Zhenghao, however, loved her innocence and romanticism, feeling she was so pure and flawless that worldly things were beneath her.

At the dinner table, Shen Zhenghao chattered on, while Ji Luofei nestled beside him. They even held hands at the table, like a newlywed couple.

In contrast, Song Qinian and Li Jun Shen seemed too distant. Although they sat together, there was no intimate contact. Fortunately, Li Jun Shen occasionally served Song Qinian food; otherwise, they would have seemed like strangers sitting at the same table.

Watching Shen Zhenghao's doting affection for Ji Luofei, Song Qinian couldn't help but think of Gu Zhiyan. She thought of how Gu Zhiyan hadn't dated anyone since her divorce from Shen Zhenghao, while he had already started a new life. Song Qinian felt that Gu Zhiyan was being treated unfairly.

If possible, she wished Gu Zhiyan would find someone to love and dote on her, wishing her happiness.

"Jun Shen, what are your thoughts on Zanzaan's situation?"

As soon as Shen Zhenghao mentioned Zanzaan, Song Qinian's ears perked up.

Li Jun Shen glanced at Song Qinian and then said faintly, "Zanzaan is our treasure, mine and Niannian's. Naturally, we want him back. But the old lady isn't allowing us to see him now. She's an elder, and we can't resort to forceful measures. We can only think of other ways."

Just as Shen Zhenghao was about to speak, a clear and commanding voice suddenly rang out, "Oh, so you've already started eating? Why didn't you wait for me?"

Song Qinian was extremely sensitive to Shen Chiyan's voice. She stiffened, thinking she was hallucinating. After all, Shen Chiyan hated Shen Zhenghao so much; how could he possibly come to Shen Zhenghao's birthday?

Song Qinian was seated with her back to the door. If she didn't turn her head, she couldn't see him immediately. But when she saw Shen Zhenghao's face change from surprise to utter delight, she realized she wasn't hallucinating. Shen Chiyan had truly arrived.

And in that instant, the smile on Ji Luofei's face gradually vanished.

"Ayan, why are you here?"

Shen Zhenghao immediately stood up to greet him.

Shen Chiyan looked at Song Qinian's back and then at the happy family scene. The anger in his heart blazed, but outwardly he smiled and handed Shen Zhenghao the gift he brought. "Even though you and my mother are divorced, you are, after all, the one who contributed sperm to create me. As your son, how could I not come for your birthday? I know you like tea, so I specifically brought you some top-quality Biluochun."

Shen Chiyan deliberately emphasized the words "Biluochun," his dark eyes fixed on Ji Luofei across from him, as if making a veiled remark.

Ji Luofei looked coldly at Shen Chiyan, but when Shen Zhenghao turned to look at her, she quickly resumed her usual gentle and charming smile. She walked to Shen Zhenghao's side and said to Shen Chiyan with a smile, "Since Ayan is here, please sit down and have a meal!"

Shen Zhenghao looked expectantly at Shen Chiyan, very much hoping he would stay. Although he had no feelings for Gu Zhiyan, Ayan was his son. He hoped their father-son relationship wouldn't be affected by his failed marriage with Gu Zhiyan.

Shen Chiyan curved his lips. "Alright, I'm hungry too!"

As soon as he finished speaking, he walked over and sat down next to Song Qinian.

Song Qinian: "..."

At that moment, Song Qinian felt a palpable aura of hostility emanating from Li Jun Shen. However, Fifth Master Shen seemed to be genuinely attending a birthday celebration and even said to Ji Luofei, "On such a wonderful day, it would be a shame not to have some drinks. Please, Ms. Ji, could you get me a glass?"

Shen Chiyan ordered Ji Luofei around as if she were a domestic servant, which made Ji Luofei's expression even more unpleasant.

Shen Zhenghao was completely immersed in the joy of Shen Chiyan coming to celebrate his birthday and didn't notice Ji Luofei's emotions. He patted her back. "Luofei, get Ayan a glass, won't you?"

Ji Luofei: "..."

Ji Luofei felt indignant. She could see that Shen Chiyan had come to cause trouble. But if she lost her composure at this moment, wouldn't that play right into Shen Chiyan's hands? So, no matter how displeased she was, she smiled, agreed, and brought over three wine glasses.

She also added a pair of chopsticks and a bowl for Shen Chiyan.

Shen Chiyan didn't touch his chopsticks. Instead, he poured wine into his glass and offered it to Shen Zhenghao. "Dad, happy birthday. I toast you with this glass."

"Good, good, good..."

Shen Zhenghao happily picked up his wine glass. When his gaze fell on Li Jun Shen, he smiled and said, "Jun Shen, you too. Let's fathers and sons have a drink."

Li Jun Shen pushed up the bridge of his glasses and then looked at Song Qinian affectionately. "You drink with Mr. Shen. I drove here, and Niannian needs to go to the company later, so I have to take her."

As he spoke, Li Jun Shen reached out and clasped Song Qinian's hand. Song Qinian's body stiffened slightly, and she clenched her fist but didn't pull away.

She knew Li Jun Shen was doing this for Shen Chiyan to see and found his actions rather childish. However, feeling the pressure from her right side, she frowned and sighed inwardly.

Shen Chiyan looked at their clasped hands, his eyes turning cold, but a smile tugged at his lips. "At worst, there's a price to pay. Or perhaps Mr. Li doesn't want to drink with me?"

Everyone at the table, except for Shen Zhenghao, could tell that Shen Chiyan had come with ill intentions.

But since he had spoken thus, if Li Jun Shen didn't accept the challenge, he would seem cowardly.

Shen Zhenghao sensed the awkward atmosphere and tried to smooth things over with a smile. "Ayan is right. Jun Shen, it's a rare occasion, my birthday today. Have a drink with your dad."