Xia Wantang paused upon hearing this, then thought that Ling Yuchen was her boyfriend now.
They would definitely have to come here often in the future, and it wouldn't do without slippers.
What if more guests came, and there weren't enough slippers to go around?
She nodded, and then picked out two pairs of men's slippers and one pair of women's slippers before she was satisfied.
Ling Yuchen pursed his lips and followed her without a word.
In fact, he had only been to a supermarket a handful of times in his life.
Daily necessities were delivered to his doorstep with just a phone call.
He could have everything arranged by dinner time.
However, considering Xia Wantang's feelings, he worried she might not like everything being arranged for her, or accepting favors from others so readily.
That's why he suggested going to the supermarket to buy household items.
He also worried about her safety as a young woman at night.
In short, he was very attentive.
Even though they had only slept together once, it felt as if something had taken root in his heart.
Perhaps it was just his nature.
Once he set his mind on something, he went all out, and everything was within the scope of his concern.
But it wasn't easy to be recognized by him.
Xia Wantang's intelligence and clarity, her decisive actions, her detachment from fame and fortune, and her pure heart were qualities that many lacked or failed to understand.
Intelligence and clarity: After last night's events, she hadn't made a fuss, but had calmly considered all the causes and effects.
Of course, he had truly lost control then, and would never have done such a thing if he hadn't taken that drug.
Decisive actions:
She didn't harbor false hopes for those who didn't deserve them.
For example, those people in the Xia family.
Earlier, at the dinner table, he learned that Xia Wantang had severed ties with the Xia family.
Detached from fame and fortune, with a pure heart.
She was indifferent to fame and fortune, and unmoved by temptations of wealth or instant elevation.
He could see that Xia Wantang genuinely didn't care about shares or becoming Mrs. Ling.
If it weren't for that one night of indiscretion, she probably wouldn't have even considered being with him.
He had to admit, he was spot on.
After buying daily necessities, Xia Wantang instinctively headed towards the snack aisle.
The moment she reached for a bag of spicy strips, she saw Ling Yuchen's expressionless face and her enthusiasm was immediately doused.
She didn't know whether to put them back or not.
Just as she was wondering what to do, Ling Yuchen reached out and took the bag.
He frowned, his voice as cold as ever.
"These aren't good for you, eat less."
Despite his words, the items had already been placed in the shopping cart.
Xia Wantang couldn't quite grasp his intentions.
Although they had confirmed their relationship, they were, after all, strangers who had only met less than a day ago.
She flashed a faint smile and simply nodded, replying, "Okay."
However, her feet continued to wander through the snack aisle.
What was the point of being boyfriend and girlfriend if he couldn't even forbid her hobbies?
Junk food was indeed unhealthy, but it was undeniably delicious!
Xia Wantang picked out several more kinds of potato chips, along with duck necks, beef jerky, and chocolate...
Ling Yuchen followed her quietly, his brow furrowed deeply.
Xia Wantang noticed, of course. She glanced at the cart and whispered, "This… isn't that much, is it! I only buy it once a month."
Her allowance wasn't much, so she had to budget carefully each time.
When she was little, Xia Wanfu always had an endless supply of snacks, which she envied greatly, often drooling from a distance.
Unfortunately, even now, she hadn't achieved snack freedom and always felt like she hadn't eaten enough.
Ling Yuchen didn't say much, simply pushing the cart towards the checkout counter.
Xia Wantang wasn't sure if he was angry, but she felt a little uncomfortable.
Perhaps someone like President Ling, who was of such high status, ate and drank only the finest, most nutritious items.
The gap between them was vast.
Agreeing to be Ling Yuchen's girlfriend was only to avoid regret, and perhaps it was destined to have no outcome.
But she didn't regret it, at least, because this man was indeed handsome, elegant, and excellent in every way, someone no one could dislike.
Besides, he was her first man.
She was incredibly fortunate that she hadn't impulsively agreed to become Mrs. Ling.
Despite her thoughts, Xia Wantang continued to the checkout counter, taking out her phone to pay.
Ling Yuchen silently packed the items into plastic bags.
By the time Xia Wantang finished paying, Ling Yuchen had also finished packing, filling two large bags.
They arrived home at half-past ten at night.
Xia Wantang busied herself unpacking, storing the snacks in an empty cabinet, which would now be her snack cupboard.
She placed the toiletries in the bathroom and the slippers in the shoe cabinet.
Meanwhile, Ling Yuchen sat on the sofa, holding his phone, seemingly busy with something.
Xia Wantang didn't dare to disturb him, and felt awkward about going to take a bath.
Her face flushed, feeling embarrassed and uneasy.
Why hadn't he left yet!
Ling Yuchen didn't pay much attention, his long fingers rapidly tapping on the screen, handling some minor tasks on his phone.
Xia Wantang fidgeted for a moment, then walked over and sat beside him, asking, "Are you staying?"
"Yes, there's another room."
Ling Yuchen glanced up at her, then quickly lowered his gaze, his eyes still fixed on the phone screen.
It was almost eleven o'clock, and it would take at least forty to fifty minutes to drive back to his private villa, and an hour and a half to the old residence.
From here, it would only take half an hour to get to work, so he planned to stay the night.
This was her house, so Xia Wantang couldn't say much. After sitting for a while, she quietly said, "Then… I'll go take a shower."
Ling Yuchen didn't look up, his gaze still locked on his phone, but the hand holding the phone visibly tightened.
Xia Wantang didn't notice, returned to her room, and took out the few clothes she had brought from her schoolbag.
There were two sets of pajamas and two casual outfits.
She had bought these herself, not that Xia Wanfu had discarded them.
Taking her clothes, she left the room, glanced at the person on the sofa, pursed her lips helplessly, and entered the bathroom.
Even though Ling Yuchen was her boyfriend now, she had no plans for cohabitation yet.
But since the house belonged to him, and she was only temporarily residing there, she realized she needed to find a way to move out.
As the sound of the shower began, Xia Wantang sighed.
With a man present outside, she felt very insecure and washed quickly.
Ling Yuchen's gaze turned dark as soon as she entered the bathroom.
The sound of water from the shower couldn't help but stir his imagination.
He was truly torturing himself.
Ling Yuchen rubbed his throbbing temples, feeling very gloomy.
If he had known, he would have returned to Linglu Mountain overnight.
Xia Wantang finished her shower quickly, wearing a light pink nightgown.
The pajamas were adorned with small floral patterns, and a cute little rabbit on the front.
Her wet hair clung to her face, and water droplets trickled down her fair, slender neck and into the collar of her nightgown.