My Wife, So Fierce! - Chapter 79

After preparing breakfast for her sister, the first thing she did was feed Yao Yao. So why was Yao Yao still acting like a third wheel between her and her sister?

If looks could turn into tangible blades, Yao Yao would probably have been riddled with holes by now.

Fortunately, although Yao Yao’s pitiful expression was truly endearing, the breakfast on the table was even more enticing. Zheng Yao just wanted to fill her stomach first: “Stop fussing, I’ll play with you later.”

Ignoring Yao Yao, she quickly glanced at Shen Baiyi: “Have you eaten yet?”

It was only then that she noticed Shen Baiyi’s lips were slightly swollen, with a small patch of broken skin at the corner. As the culprit, she had completely forgotten when she had been so rough as to bite the corner of Shen Baiyi’s lip.

Feeling guilty, she averted her gaze and picked up a fried dumpling, bringing it to Shen Baiyi’s mouth: “Here, say ‘ah’!”

Feeding someone was something you got used to with practice. Though it felt awkward yesterday, today Zheng Yao could naturally bring food to Shen Baiyi’s lips.

Shen Baiyi obediently opened her mouth.

Zheng Yao’s gaze uncontrollably fell on the tip of Shen Baiyi’s tongue, which had already swept the food away, and her eyes darkened slightly.

Before getting together with Shen Baiyi, she had always thought that if their relationship changed, it would be difficult to adapt.

But now, she found herself adapting quite well, and quickly.

They had only just gotten together, yet when she looked at Shen Baiyi now, she no longer saw a little sister who needed her care. She had to admit, she was deeply attracted to Shen Baiyi.

If she had been able to restrain herself somewhat under the shackles of morality before, the change in their relationship had now removed those restraints, allowing certain emotions in her heart to run wild and become increasingly unrestrained.

Just like now, watching Shen Baiyi obediently eat the dumpling, she felt the urge to kiss her again.

Even though they had just finished kissing.

Taking a deep breath, Zheng Yao reluctantly averted her gaze and forced herself to focus on breakfast.

The meal was satisfying.

After breakfast, Zheng Yao took the initiative to clean up and casually informed Shen Baiyi: “I have plans with someone at noon. You’ll have to eat alone at home. Should I order takeout for you?”

Shen Baiyi paused: “Who did you make plans with, sister?”

“Even if I told you, you wouldn’t know them.” Seeing Shen Baiyi frown, she thought for a moment and added, “A friend. We’re going to discuss work.”

She had rested long enough. If she didn’t start writing soon, Zhou Meilin would probably come barging into her home.

“A friend…” A face quickly surfaced in Shen Baiyi’s mind. She asked nonchalantly, “Is it the friend who was sitting in the passenger seat when you brought me food last time?”

“Yes.” Zheng Yao nodded, somewhat surprised. “You still remember that?”

Hearing her sister’s confirmation, Shen Baiyi lowered her eyes to hide her emotions and said softly, “I remember everything about you clearly.”

Then, she quickly added, “I’ll be bored at home anyway. Can I go with you?”

Go together?

Zheng Yao hesitated. Was that really appropriate?

“I won’t disturb your work.” Sensing her sister’s hesitation, Shen Baiyi softened her tone. “I’ll find a corner to stay in by myself.”

“Next time.”

After a moment of internal struggle, Zheng Yao ultimately chose to refuse.

Shen Baiyi still didn’t know she was Guan Mu, and for now, she didn’t want to reveal her identity in front of Shen Baiyi. If Shen Baiyi came along, her cover would be blown in no time.

But Shen Baiyi looked utterly dejected after being rejected, her voice even sounding listless: “Alright.”

Zheng Yao pinched her cheek: “If there’s time after discussing work, I’ll take you out to play.”

As soon as she finished speaking, Shen Baiyi’s entire face brightened up: “Really?”

“Why would I lie to you?”

Zheng Yao was baffled. Seeing the pure joy on Shen Baiyi’s face, her gaze paused for a moment, and she didn’t remind Shen Baiyi that taking her out was conditional on having time after work.

Barring any surprises, tomorrow’s schedule should wrap up fairly early.

Shen Baiyi’s furrowed brows finally relaxed: “Okay, then I’ll wait for you at home, sis.”

It seemed she had been appeased almost instantly.

Zheng Yao couldn’t help but curl her lips into a smile, her heart melting with tenderness. So easy to coax, if she were dating someone else, wouldn’t she be completely at their mercy?

Good thing she’s with me.

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After seeing Zheng Yao pick up her phone for the nth time to reply to messages, even unconsciously smiling at her screen, Zhou Meilin couldn’t resist asking: “Have you started dating recently, Teacher Guan?”

Zheng Yao’s fingers stilled over her phone.

Was it that obvious?

She calmly put her phone away: “Why do you ask?”

“Intuition?” Zhou Meilin blinked, “Teacher Guan, my intuition is pretty accurate.”

Hearing this, Zheng Yao neither confirmed nor denied it.

Back then, Zhou Meilin had also claimed Shen Baiyi seemed rather fierce. But after spending so much time with Shen Baiyi day in and day out, the other girl was like a devoted homemaker never once showing any fierceness. Clearly, Zhou Meilin’s intuition was rather unreliable.

Suddenly, she realized it was probably her micro-expressions that had given her away. Clearing her throat lightly, Zheng Yao adjusted her expression and feigned nonchalance: “Is the author only interested in my personal life and not my new book?”

Not denying it was practically an admission.

Zhou Meilin chuckled but didn’t press further. Just as she was about to speak, Zheng Yao’s phone chimed with another notification.

Zheng Yao’s eyelid twitched. Suppressing the urge to check her messages, she steered the conversation back to her new book. By the time they finished discussing, it was almost past lunch hours, so they hurriedly found a restaurant.

It was only then she remembered she had promised to order takeout for Shen Baiyi. Since it was already late, she quickly sent a message.

Guan: [Have you eaten?]

Shen Baiyi: [Is sis done with work?]

Guan: [Just finished]

Shen Baiyi: [I was just about to make instant noodles. Sis, no need to order takeout for me.]

The next second, Shen Baiyi sent a photo of the instant noodles.

Even though Zheng Yao used to eat instant noodles daily herself, seeing that picture from Shen Baiyi inexplicably made her feel sorry for the girl.

Zheng Yao took a deep breath, promptly ordered delivery for Shen Baiyi, and instructed her to throw away the instant noodles and eat properly. Only then did she put her phone down.

When she looked up, she met Zhou Meilin’s teasing gaze.

Zheng Yao: “…”

To make matters worse, her phone on the table kept chiming repeatedly. Zheng Yao resisted checking it. But then, unexpectedly, Shen Baiyi directly called her.

This was rare. Zheng Yao quickly answered: “What’s wrong?”

“I’m sorry, sister. I didn’t want to interrupt your meal with friends either.” Shen Baiyi’s voice sounded listless. “But I accidentally hurt my hand and it’s bleeding now. I can’t find where the band-aids are.”

“You hurt yourself?” Zheng Yao’s expression changed immediately. Without bothering to ask for details, she quickly said, “The first aid kit is under the TV in the living room. Go check there.”

A few minutes later, Shen Baiyi’s voice came through again: “Found it.”

Soon, she added: “I’ve taken care of it. I won’t disturb your meal with friends anymore. Goodbye, sister.”

The call ended before Zheng Yao could voice her concerns.

Zheng Yao: “…”

She quickly typed several messages, asking Shen Baiyi to send a photo of the injury.

Shen Baiyi: [You’re eating right now, wouldn’t it be inappropriate to send such photos? I really don’t want to bother you. It’s actually fine – it’s already stopped bleeding. Don’t worry about me, please enjoy your meal with your friend.]

How could Zheng Yao truly feel at ease without seeing it with her own eyes?

Had Shen Baiyi cut her hand while chopping something? If it was from a kitchen knife, would she need a tetanus shot?

Her expression was too serious and she appeared distracted, so Zhou Meilin proactively said: “If you have something to attend to, Teacher Guan, you can leave first.”

Zheng Yao still hesitated slightly.

Zhou Meilin smiled warmly: “It’s really fine. Coincidentally, my friend is nearby, I can meet up with her.”

Already unable to stop worrying, Zheng Yao didn’t refuse upon hearing this. She promptly paid the bill and left.

When she returned home, Shen Baiyi was sitting quietly on the sofa watching TV. Seeing Zheng Yao, her face filled with confusion: “Sister, why are you back?”

Ignoring Yaoyao rubbing against her legs begging for pets, Zheng Yao walked over and focused on Shen Baiyi’s hands: “Where did you get hurt?”

Hearing this, a slow smile bloomed in Shen Baiyi’s eyes, though she feigned surprise on her face: “Did sister come back specially for me?”

As she spoke, she extended her hand and sighed: “It’s already healed.”

Zheng Yao looked over to see a band-aid wrapped around Shen Baiyi’s right index finger.

Grabbing her hand, Zheng Yao reached to remove the band-aid: “Did you disinfect it?”

Completely unprepared for her sister to remove the band-aid to inspect the wound, Shen Baiyi instinctively pulled her hand back, forcing calm: “I treated it properly, don’t worry sister.”

“Are you sure?” Zheng Yao remained unconvinced.

“Absolutely.” Shen Baiyi nodded emphatically, then added, “I just nicked myself while peeling fruit. The cut is very shallow – if you’d come back any later, it would have healed already.”

Hearing this, Zheng Yao felt embarrassed.

Over such a minor scratch, she had rushed back home, making it seem like she cared too much.

Although she did care somewhat.

Fortunately, Shen Baiyi didn’t tease her about it. Clearing her throat, Zheng Yao said sternly: “Be more careful next time.”

“Okay.” Shen Baiyi nodded, pulling her sister to sit beside her. With feigned concern, she asked: “You haven’t eaten yet, have you? Did I disrupt your work?”

“Didn’t I say earlier? We’d already finished discussing work.” As she spoke, Zheng Yao glanced toward the dining table. “Have you eaten?”

Shen Baiyi: “Not yet. The takeout you ordered for me hasn’t arrived.”

Hearing this, Zheng Yao felt guilty.

She had been so engrossed in her conversation with Zhou Meilin that she completely forgot to order takeout for Shen Baiyi.

“If you haven’t eaten, we can have a meal together. I’ve had some instant noodles, so I’m not very hungry,” Shen Baiyi said naturally. “I also ordered two milk teas. Didn’t you keep saying you wanted to drink milk tea?”

“You ordered milk tea for me?” Zheng Yao raised an eyebrow. How did Shen Baiyi know she would return so soon?

Could it be that she deliberately pretended to be injured to scare her into coming back quickly?

“Yes,” Shen Baiyi’s expression remained natural. “If I only ordered one cup, I’d feel like I was sneaking a treat and letting you down.”

Zheng Yao: “…”

Zheng Yao, who had nearly indulged in a lavish meal outside, felt a pang of guilt.

Not only had she almost enjoyed a feast outside, but she had also forgotten to order takeout for Shen Baiyi, leaving her to nearly survive on instant noodles at home. Just thinking about it made her feel too ashamed to face Shen Baiyi.

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