You Owe Me, My Love

Chapter 383 Wonderfully Sweet And Simple

Wu Nian enjoyed talking to people like Gu Mingchen. Their conversation was relaxed, at ease, and free of conflict, providing a glimpse into a wonderfully sweet and simple life. Occasionally, he would speak, and she could feel the sweet sensation flowing in her veins just by listening to his voice.

“Oh, yes, I do cook. What about fish tofu soup? The wild crucian carp from the lake would be perfect for that dish,” Wu Nian replied with a smile.

Gu Mingchen glanced at her and smiled, too.

He rarely smiled, and when he did he looked quite dashing.

“Other than crucian carps, we also caught a silver carp and a herring. Let’s see what you can do with them.” Gu Mingchen posed a challenge.

Just then, Shen Yiyan walked out of the room, well-dressed as always, He smiled at them as he joined in the conversation, “It seems I’m in luck today. Chief Gu’s an expert at fishing, while I’ve only caught a dozen small crucian carps. Ah, the shame!”

“You deserve it, idiot!” Liu Yan came out of the room with her cheeks flushed, unsure if it was due to anger or shyness.

She approached Wu Nian and grabbed her by the arm. “Nian, you’ll be cooking tonight, and I shall assist you.”

Shen Yiyan pursed his lips, holding back a chuckle.

Liu Yan glared at him. And what the heck are you laughing at?

After that, she led Wu Nian to the kitchen and shut the door behind them. She reported her findings to Wu Nian. “Nian, when you weren’t here just now, I told them about Su Xuyan. Gu Mingchen said there would be no surprises. I’m guessing he has an idea on what’s going to happen, but I can’t figure out how he intends to make it work.”

“Gu Mingchen can be quite reliable when it comes to getting things done. Let’s just wait and see. Most of the time, the best-laid plans tend to go awry.”

Knock, knock, knock. Someone was knocking on the door.

Wu Nian went to open it.

The butler stood grinning at the door, carrying two buckets of fish.

Wu Nian took the buckets from him, and Liu Yan closed the door after he left. The latter looked into the containers and was disgusted by the sight. “No compare, no despair. If you ask me, Shen Yiyan’s really lame. He caught so many fish but none are as useful as Gu Mingchen’s only catch.”

“Everyone’s a master in their own field. Besides, fishing requires luck, more or less,” Wu Nian said, as she began cleaning the fish.

lowered her voice and spoke to Wu Nian, “Shen Yiyan wants me to go back with him tomorrow. You’ll have to negotiate on my behalf. The condition I put forward is that if the partnership falls through, I want to take one week off next

if it comes to naught, you can still go

too. That leaves us with Aaron when it comes to travel plans.

should be in Ustrana by now.” Wu Nian took out her

“If he doesn’t call, then you do it. Gosh,

Liu Yan dialed

failed to

The call went through.

phone by Wu Nian’s

Nian spoke

better after getting your call. What are you doing now?” Aaron gave a

You should get some rest,” Wu Nian said, intent on ending

I’m getting hungry just hearing that. Haha. I wish to get a taste of your

chance,” Wu Nian said. Not knowing what to say next, she

“That’s settled, then. If I ever get to visit A City, you’ll prepare dinner for me. Don’t go back on your word

“Sure.”

fell silent

found herself in an awkward position, not

problem here, but there’s nothing to worry about. I’ll

marriage was no trivial matter. It could change the

if you change your mind, I’m fine with that. Don’t force yourself to take up too much burden and stress. Whenever you feel conflicted and can’t find the way out, just think of your expectations, both the good and the bad. Write them all down. Add one point for every positive situation you can think of and deduct one point for every negative one. You’ll get a sensible answer eventually,”

to me how many negative points I end up with. Because I want to be with you, and I’ll work hard toward that goal. I’m pretty much set for life. I’m just worried that if you wait too long, you won’t give me

the spark in her eyes. For a

department, but I seem to handle relationships with ease. And now, it seems karma has come for me. It’s okay though. You

Nian responded, “Can we start as

grinned. “I am willing

to get cooking now. So

“Okay.”

at Liu Yan, who took the cue and ended the call. Then, with a smile, she gave her comment. “I think Aaron’s a really nice guy. He’s quite

a good friend. I’m just worried he’ll get too serious about this, and I can’t return his feelings if that happens. But, all in all, I think he’s just new to this. He doesn’t seem like an irrational person,” Wu