The Gentle, Sickly Beauty Is Won Over By The Loyal Big Shot - Chapter 23.1

“They still sell the egg and char siu rice bowls?” Yu Shen laughed. “You actually didn’t forget. When I was in Hong Kong, that was my favorite. Tell them to fry the eggs until fully cooked. I never eat runny eggs.”

“Okay.” Finally, Wu Hong revealed some intention. “Shen-ge, you’re finally back to lead us. I also have something to ask of you.”

“Don’t open your mouth for anything except money,” Yu Shen said firmly. “With my current status, I won’t help you solve any trouble other than financial ones.”

“I really just need money, Shen-ge,” Wu Hong’s tone was troubled. “My mother is sick. I just got out of my second prison term and have no money for her treatment. Shen-ge, can you help me with an emergency?”

Without even asking how much he needed, Yu Shen said, “Send me your card number. I’ll transfer it to you.”

“Don’t send too much, Shen-ge,” Wu Hong was a bit timid. “If it’s too much, I… I might not be able to pay it back.”

“You’re using it for your mother’s life,” Yu Shen stated plainly. “You don’t need to pay me back. Just take good care of her.”

Wu Hong thanked Yu Shen repeatedly over the phone and even cried. Hearing this, Yu Shen felt a bit moved.

Last night, when Yu Shen looked at the night view, he thought being poor in Litian was hell. Now he felt that living was hell, and only after death is it heaven.

At 6 AM, after tidying himself up, Yu Shen headed to Yunji for the meal. When he arrived, Wu Hong had already ordered. On the large table sat only two plates of rice and two cups of brown sugar pearl milk tea. For someone of Yu Shen’s current status, the meal was a bit meager.

Wu Hong realized this and explained sheepishly, “Shen-ge, my credit cards are blocked. I’m sorry this meal is so humble.”

“I transferred 500,000 to you this morning. After your mother’s medical bills, there will be some left over.” Yu Shen picked up his chopsticks and poked the egg to check if it was fully cooked. Seeing the solid, crumbly yolk, he began to eat. “Pay off your debts, buy some new clothes, eat some good meals, and save the rest. Don’t let yourself look so miserable. When I used to lead you, the most important thing was having enough to eat and wear, right?”

“Mm,” Wu Hong wept while eating. “Shen-ge, I understand. Thank you.”

Seeing Wu Hong’s difficult situation, Yu Shen felt a pang of sadness. He had already said enough when transferring the money, so he just patted his shoulder. “Stop the crying. I have work for you to do, there will be many jobs like this in the future.”

Wu Hong was eager: “What kind of job? Shen-ge, you helped me so much, I’ll do anything for you. Even my life is yours.”

“Rules first,” Yu Shen put down his chopsticks. “From now on, we should avoid meeting in person. I will call to tell you what to do. You know I am the General Manager of Jianchen now, so the tasks I give you will be extra issues regarding the company that need handling. Mark this, you must not approach the Chairman of Jianchen or his boyfriend. You can only protect them, not approach them. No private talking or contacting them. You only serve me.”

Wu Hong was confused: “Boyfriend? Isn’t your Chairman a man too?”

“Is two men dating such a shock nowadays?” Yu Shen frowned. “Stop meddling and listen.”

Wu Hong nodded quickly. “Okay, okay. I won’t ask.”

“Remember,” Yu Shen reiterated, “you serve only me. You are not to intervene in the social life of anyone at Jianchen. You must promise me this.”

Wu Hong agreed readily. “No problem, Shen-ge. I’ll listen to you. Whatever you say.”

“This afternoon, Ruihao Real Estate has a large event. The venue is at Litian No. 1, 21st floor, Room 2103. Many media people will be there. Stake it out. I’ve already had subordinates do some prep work. After they make a scene, you follow up and make it even messier.” Yu Shen tapped his knuckles on the table. “Don’t hurt anyone, and don’t threaten anyone’s life. I just want you to ruin that conference. Understand?”

“Understood,” Wu Hong nodded. “Shen-ge, don’t worry. I know what to do.”

“Eat up, it’s getting cold.” Yu Shen took a few bites. “The rice bowls here really suit my taste. I like it.”

At 7 AM in the Litian Pearl Garden Villa, Gu Han woke up. He found Qi Ran already awake, lying in his arms, his pale, slender fingers idly playing with Gu Han’s pajama collar.

“You’re awake,” Qi Ran hugged Gu Han’s waist. “Baby, you’re so cute when you sleep.”

“My Ranran is the cute one. When you sleep, you look like a little angel in an oil painting and smell like a sweet cream cake.” Gu Han sniffed the warm scent of Qi Ran’s neck. “So sweet. My baby is sweet, soft, and so cute.”

Qi Ran didn’t reply but grabbed Gu Han’s hand and bit it lightly. Though he didn’t want to use force, his sharp teeth left a mark on Gu Han’s finger.

“Baby bit me,” Gu Han rubbed Qi Ran’s back. “Ranran baby, is the mark you left on my hand also sweet and fragrant? Let me taste it.”

Qi Ran kissed Gu Han directly on the lips. “Am I sweet?”

“Of course,” Gu Han pulled Qi Ran under the quilt, wanting to stay in bed. “Baby, let’s sleep a bit more.”

“Okay,” Qi Ran pinched the flesh on Gu Han’s waist. “By the way, Gu Baby, do you know how to cook tomato and egg noodles?”

“You want to eat that?” Gu Han checked his phone. “It’s seven, time for breakfast. Ranran, don’t you have too much stomach acid? You were miserable last night. Are you sure something acidic like tomatoes is okay?”

“I forgot I can’t eat sour things,” Qi Ran was dejected. “But I really want to eat it.”

“If you really want it, I wonder if we could use ketchup instead,” Gu Han comforted him while holding him. “It just might not be as good as using real tomatoes.”

“It doesn’t matter,” Qi Ran cheered up. “As long as I can eat it.”

“I’ll go cook the noodles now.” Gu Han pinched Qi Ran’s chin and kissed his lips several times before reluctantly getting out of bed. “After eating, you need to check your temperature again to see if you need fever medicine, okay?”

“Okay,” Qi Ran nodded. “Gu Baby, I’ll be good.”

Gu Han tucked the quilt around Qi Ran. “Sleep a bit more. I’ll wake you when the noodles are ready.”

Qi Ran nodded. “Mm, thank you, Gu Baby.”

“Wait, Ranran, it’s seven already. Why hasn’t Hamburger come to ask you for food?” Gu Han stood with his hands on his hips, looking out the door. The dog was lying at the top of the second floor stairs, seeing Gu Han, it wagged its tail. Gu Han pointed at the dog. “Don’t you need to walk the dog?”

“He eats late and is as lazy as me. Remember to open two meat cans for him, one big and one small. He eats a lot, like a cow.” Qi Ran laughed. “We have a garden, so he walks himself. He even flushes the toilet. Except for washing dishes and opening cans, Hamburger knows how to do everything. Since moving to the big house, I never have to worry.”

“Good dog.” Gu Han rubbed his eyes and stretched. “I’m going to cook for the three of us. It feels so good to have a home.”

Qi Ran blushed and hid his face under the quilt, leaving only his gentle, watery puppy eyes visible. He said softly, “With Gu Baby here, I am so happy.”

” I can make you even happier,” Gu Han leaned down and rubbed Qi Ran’s hair. “I’m going to the kitchen. You sleep a bit more.”

Gu Han left the bedroom, closing the door behind him. He teased the dog as he walked: “Get up, Hamburger. Don’t you want to eat? I’m opening meat cans for you. Are you happy?”

Hamburger stood up, wagging his tail and following Gu Han downstairs, his paws pitter-pattering on the floor.

For the first time, Gu Han felt that small dogs were so cute. He felt a bit bad for having disliked pets before.

But then he thought, those weren’t his dog, so it didn’t matter.

“Little Hamburger, be good and eat.” Gu Han opened the large meat can and poured it into the dog bowl. While opening the smaller can and watching the dog eat, he said, “You are Ranran’s dog, and from now on, you are my dog too. I will love you along with him.”

When Gu Han finished, Hamburger stopped eating, tilted his head at Gu Han, and whined as he lay down by his feet, exposing his belly to act spoiled.

Gu Han hadn’t planned on touching the dog because he had to cook, but since the dog was being so affectionate, he couldn’t resist rubbing its belly. “Go on, eat. I have to wash my hands and cook.”

Gu Han washed his hands, found ketchup in the fridge, took out two eggs, and placed them on the kitchen island. Then he picked up his phone and searched: How to cook tomato ketchup and egg noodles.

Gu Han had no idea how to cook, he had only agreed to it out of bravado.

The top video said: Tomato and egg noodles are best with hotpot base, greens, ham, beef strips, shrimp paste, fried eggs, and fish balls, topped with a stretchy cheese hot dog.

Gu Han: ?

“Aren’t I making tomato ketchup and egg noodles?” Gu Han looked at the video, very confused. “Is this some kind of spicy hotpot with noodles?”

Unable to find a non-modified tutorial, he called a friend who owned a restaurant and told him to quickly deliver a large bowl of tomato and egg noodles with extra cilantro and a bowl of shrimp custard. Fast.

Because his “wife” was about to wake up.

Twenty minutes later, the friend personally delivered the food: “If you need anything, just call. I live here too. But isn’t the owner of this building surnamed Qi? If I recall correctly?”

The friend was being nosy. Gu Han, holding the bag from the restaurant: ??

“Mind your own business,” Gu Han took out his phone. “WeChat, I’ll pay you.”

“No need for pay. My treat. We’ve all heard about the real estate conference.” The friend pointed to a giant bag that clearly held far more than just noodles and custard. “I knew you were in a relationship. The extra dishes are to help you pursue this Mr. Qi. I’m being a good friend, eh? Go get ready. Call me next time you need something.”

Before Gu Han could reply, the friend closed the door. Gu Han stood there holding a bag that weighed at least five pounds.

“Oh, did you order takeout?” Qi Ran had come downstairs at some point and stood by Gu Han, pointing at the bag. “You bought so much. What is it?”

“I don’t know either,” Gu Han smiled. “But there’s definitely the noodles you wanted in there.”