On the way, the two made a pact to keep what happened at the KTV secret, agreeing never to let Jiang Wei find out. Jiang Xiaoxiao was afraid of her sister’s lectures, while Fang Yu feared his boss’s rage.
So the two happily reached an agreent.
Because of this matter, the relationship between Jiang Xiaoxiao and Fang Yu improved quite a bit.
...
Early the next morning.
Before even opening his eyes, Fang Yu was woken by a series of sharp knocks on the door. Grudgingly, he jumped out of bed and upon opening the door, he saw Jiang Wei with her arms crossed, donning a cool look, and saying, "Take Xiaoxiao to school, and don’t be late."
"Okay!" Fang Yu nodded in response.
Seeing Fang Yu’s cooperative attitude, Jiang Wei didn’t say much more and turned to go down the stairs, leaving the villa.
Fang Yu scratched his head. He had returned quite late and felt he hadn’t slept enough, yet Jiang Wei, who ca back even later, was already up so early.
Clearly, there’s a reason why Jiang Wei is where she is today.
Ah, if only her expression weren’t so cold.
After getting cleaned up and dressed in a neat outfit, Fang Yu saw Jiang Xiaoxiao had also gotten up and greeted her, "Good morning."
Jiang Xiaoxiao, showing a row of white teeth, replied naively, "Brother-in-law... good morning."
Aunt Bai had already prepared breakfast. The two went downstairs to the dining room and began to enjoy Aunt Bai’s cooking.
Seeing the two joking and smiling at each other, Aunt Bai was totally confused. These two usually acted like enemies, so why were they getting along so well today?
"Mmm, let’s eat." Hearing Jiang Xiaoxiao still using last night’s address for him, Fang Yu felt a sense of satisfaction. This girl sure knows how to sweet-talk - such promising material.
"Brother-in-law, there’s sothing I’d like to ask of you," Jiang Xiaoxiao said while batting her big eyes as she ate her breakfast.
"What is it this ti, you little mischief?" Fang Yu narrowed his eyes, sensing trouble.
"Hehe, just promise . It’s a good thing, anyway," Jiang Xiaoxiao insisted.
"Really?"
"Absolutely!" Jiang Xiaoxiao nodded vigorously.
"Alright. Since you are being so sensible, your matters are my matters," Fang Yu said with a smile.
"Mmm hmm." Jiang Xiaoxiao finished her bread with satisfaction and said, "I’m full. Let’s go."
"Let have one more bite." Fang Yu awkwardly grabbed the bread and started munching on it.
...
Jiang Xiaoxiao clung to Fang Yu’s arm like a little lover, her face lit up with a sunny smile as they made their affectionate way to the garage.
Seeing this, Aunt Bai was as perplexed as a monk scratching his head – how had they beco so close now? And even more astonishing was the arm hugging... Aunt Bai knew Jiang Xiaoxiao’s nature well; she was stubborn about her decisions, and was very cautious even when it ca to having a boyfriend, let alone being affectionate with a man.
It was truly bewildering.
When they reached the garage, Jiang Xiaoxiao tossed out the car keys and said, "Brother-in-law, you drive."
"Alright," Fang Yu replied with a smile.
Fang Yu started the BMW bought especially for Jiang Xiaoxiao and with a unique roaring sound, the car sped out of the garage.
"Brother-in-law—don’t!"
"What’s up?" Fang Yu was puzzled, thinking the girl couldn’t handle his driving style.
"Don’t stop!"
Jiang Xiaoxiao was so excited she almost jumped in the car, shouting and hollering.
At this sight, Fang Yu felt embarrassed.
"——"
Halfway there, Fang Yu planned to follow the arranged route to drop Jiang Xiaoxiao off at school.
But unexpectedly, Jiang Xiaoxiao suddenly insisted, "Brother-in-law, I want to go to Tianlan Road."
"Tianlan Road? Weren’t we going to school?" Fang Yu asked, puzzled.
"No, you promised . Are you going to go back on your word?" Jiang Xiaoxiao stubbornly said.
"Please, you’re talking about skipping class! Didn’t your sister just lecture you and you’ve already forgotten?" Fang Yu regretted it deeply, wishing he had never made that promise to his little sister-in-law.
"No way, I promised your sister I’d look after you properly," Fang Yu declared seriously.
"Nonsense, my sister only asked you to protect . She didn’t say you had to discipline ," Jiang Xiaoxiao retorted.
"You call brother-in-law, so it’s my duty and right to discipline you," Fang Yu argued confidently.
"No!" Seeing Fang Yu looking very serious, Jiang Xiaoxiao pouted her lips and batted her eyelashes, pleading, "Brother-in-law, please just agree to it... If my sister ever troubles you, I’ll always stand by your side, isn’t that enough?"
Fang Yu hesitated.
"Besides, my grades are excellent and getting into Jiangxia University won’t be a problem. The college entrance exam is still far away, let relax a little. It’s alright," Jiang Xiaoxiao continued, "I’ve been morizing books every day until my head hurts..."
With that, she started shaking Fang Yu’s arm.
"You little...," Fang Yu reached out to flick her nose, unable to resist her coquettishness and agreeing to her request.
"Brother-in-law is the best!" Jiang Xiaoxiao leaned her head onto Fang Yu’s shoulder.
...
They quickly arrived at Tianlan Road.
It was a spacious area, absent of villas or neighborhoods, but filled with a lot of luxury cars parked neatly in a row.
"Tianlan Equestrian Club?" Fang Yu looked at the sign outside the estate in surprise.
"Yeah. A lot of my classmates are here today," Jiang Xiaoxiao said, nearly hopping with excitent at the sight of the Tianlan Equestrian Club so close.
"You want to go horse riding?" Fang Yu inquired, "Stop joking around and head back to school."
"Brother-in-law!" Jiang Xiaoxiao began to pout again, "I’ve been studying in high school for three years and have never been to such a high-end and grand place, do you really have the heart to refuse? Besides, you’ve already promised !"
"I’m afraid I’ll embarrass you," Fang Yu said with self-deprecating laughter.
"Brother-in-law, weren’t you full of confidence yesterday? Why do you seem like a different person today?" Jiang Xiaoxiao challenged.
"Let’s not go, what’s so fun about riding horses anyway. You’re still just a student," Fang Yu shook his head.
"I don’t care, I’m already late for school now, if you don’t let in, I’ll just tell my sister you stabbed soone with a knife yesterday. At most, I’ll get a scolding from my sister, but you might get fired!" Jiang Xiaoxiao threatened fiercely.
"Hey—you heartless little thing! Do you think you can threaten like this? Faced with such a shaless and relentless threat, I’ll reluctantly let you go in for an hour!" Fang Yu exclaid indignantly.
"Mmm, definitely!"
The two marched into the equestrian club with high spirits.
Tianlan Equestrian Club was surrounded by a small forest as a green area. Passing through the greenery, they could see the staff’s area. Jiang Xiaoxiao skillfully led the way, collected tags, and paid the fees.
To be honest, with how familiar Jiang Xiaoxiao was with the place, it didn’t seem like her first visit at all.
"The equestrian club is usually frequented by wealthy folks and celebrities. It’s not just for entertainnt, there’s another big purpose."
"And that is?"
"Competitions," Jiang Xiaoxiao said, eyes sparkling.
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