Chapter 17 Eating Shrimp

And so.

Nina, who had just finished her shower, and Bai Ningyu, who came in with two bottles of juice, met each other's gaze directly.

The air seemed to freeze at this moment.

"Ma... Madam?"

It was Nina after all who couldn't bear the pressure first, tentatively speaking in a weak voice.

Actually, the sound insulation of the rented apartment wasn't too good.

She had heard Mu An and Bai Ningyu chatting while she was showering.

It sounded like they had known each other for a long time and seemed to have a good relationship.

Furthermore.

How could a strange girl be allowed to enter a man's private room so casually?

So, Nina's clever mind immediately came to a bold conclusion.

This beautiful Fairy sister, who looked like she stepped out of a painting, was very likely the boss's... wife!

"Hmm?"

The girl tilted her head in confusion.

She seemed to be trying hard to understand what the two words 'Madam' meant.

Nina asked again cautiously.

"Aren't you the boss's wife?"

"Yes."

This time, Bai Ningyu nodded very seriously.

Nina also breathed a sigh of relief, patting her unremarkable little chest.

At this moment, she had just finished showering, her shoulder-length hair was still wet, and many of the ends still had water droplets hanging from them.

Like the tail behind her, her two fluffy cat ears were also unbound, 'exposed' in the air.

She was wearing the clothes Mu An had left behind.

They might have been just right for Mu An himself, but for the petite Nina, they were oversized T-shirts that could be worn as dresses.

There was even a situation where the collar was skewed to one side, revealing her delicate shoulder.

There was definitely a hint of allure, but only a hint.

Mainly because, on the girl's barren 'land', truly alluring 'fruits' couldn't grow for now.

Truly, 'the spirit is willing, but the flesh is weak'!

Seeing the other party's gaze fall on her again, Nina quickly explained.

"My clothes are dirty, these are borrowed from the boss, Madam, please don't misunderstand!"

But these words, when they reached Bai Ningyu's ears, turned into...

Dirty clothes = can wear Mu An's clothes!

After understanding this logic, the girl's beautiful eyes lit up slightly.

After a pause, Bai Ningyu suddenly said, word by word.

"Don't do anything to harm him."

Nina waved her hands repeatedly, her expression extremely serious.

"The boss is my savior, and he gave me a job with food and lodging. To me, he's the second-best person in the world after my mother. I would never harm him, no matter who else I might harm! By the Magic God above, I swear... if I go against these words, I, Nina, will die a terrible death!"

Afterward, the two fell silent again.

Just as the two were continuing their 'reading the air' session, Mu An came back in a hurry with the takeout.

Having been used to living alone before, he almost forgot that he now had an 'employee' at home.

"Haha, the takeout is here—"

Mu An walked in with an awkward laugh.

He was already worrying about how to explain Nina's cat ears and tail to Bai Ningyu.

Should he trick her by saying this girl likes to cosplay and these are all fake props?

However, to Mu An's surprise, the girl didn't ask much, seemingly not interested at all, and just quietly sat by the bed.

Her long legs were together, her hands elegantly placed on her thighs, and her back was straight, as if she truly intended to stay for a drink.

"Why don't you stay and eat a little too?"

Mu An politely offered.

Actually, he didn't expect Bai Ningyu to agree.

Based on his understanding of most rich Young Misses, their dining standards were at least those of the Shanghai Elites.

It didn't necessarily have to taste good, but the food had to be expensive, and the more expensive, the better.

Otherwise, how could they demonstrate the difference in class between themselves and the common people?

So, even if he ordered hundreds of yuan worth of takeout, they probably wouldn't think much of it.

But Bai Ningyu didn't seem to follow the usual script and silently nodded.

"Okay."

No, sister, you're really going to eat it!

Mu An was dumbfounded.

But he quickly adjusted his mindset.

Forget it! Forget it!

Just for the two large bottles of drinks already on the table, forget it!

Anyway, he and Nina alone might not even finish hundreds of yuan worth of takeout.

It wouldn't matter if one more person shared it.

Soon.

The cleared table was filled with various dishes.

Fortunately, Mu An had considered the portion size in advance and ordered a few extra boxes of rice.

If he ate a little less himself, he could still make room for a box of rice for Bai Ningyu.

"What's this?"

"Spicy Crayfish."

"And this?"

"Stir-fried Clams with Ginger and Scallions."

"Then..."

"Wok Hei Stir-fried Water Spinach, Steamed River Shrimp with Garlic and Vermicelli, Perilla Bullfrog, Bitter Gourd and Soybean Pork Rib Soup..."

Nina: "..."

Nina ate happily, her beautiful eyes sparkling.

Every dish was a new world for her!

The enjoyment on her taste buds was far from what those super tough and unpalatable black breads could replace.

If she had to describe it in one word, it would be...

Amazing!

In two words.

Delicious!

In three words.

So delicious!

But unlike Nina's wildness...

She almost cried from her own clumsiness because she couldn't use chopsticks, and was so anxious she wanted to use her hands, but after being lectured by Mu An, she was forced to use a spoon.

Next to them, Bai Ningyu seemed much more well-mannered.

Quietly, every movement was incredibly elegant and refined.

Just looking at her made one feel quite enjoyable.

Mu An also understood deeply for the second time what 'a feast for the eyes' meant.

As for the first time?

Well, with his ex-girlfriend.

"Does it suit your taste?"

"Yes."

Bai Ningyu gently nodded.

She carefully peeled one shrimp after another.

Just as Mu An thought the girl was going to eat them herself, she placed the peeled shrimp onto his rice.

"Eat shrimp."

"Oh... thank you!"

Mu An was clearly stunned for a moment.

A thought inexplicably flashed through his mind.

[How did she know I like shrimp?]

[Maybe... it was a coincidence!]

After a moment of hesitation, Mu An, as the 'host of the house,' also politely asked.

"Do you eat bullfrog?"

"Yes, I'm not picky."

Bai Ningyu said softly.

Mu An also returned the favor, using serving chopsticks to pick some bullfrog for her.

Of course, considering that the girl might be too shy to pick dishes herself, he also picked some other dishes for her.

The portions weren't large, just enough to be finished in a few bites.

The girl indeed accepted everything, casually tucking a strand of her smooth hair behind her ear, opening her small mouth to chew slowly and meticulously, her movements as elegant as ever.

Nina, meanwhile, was secretly peeking out of the corner of her eye.

Seeing the two of them acting so harmoniously, like a married couple, she felt even more certain that her previous guess was correct.

[She must be the boss's wife!]

[She was probably just warning me, the uninitiated concubine!]

[Yes! That must be it!]

It can only be said that.

After spending some time with Mu An, besides being able to eat her fill every day, Nina had another dream.

That was... to strive to become Mu An's concubine!

Then follow him and enjoy delicious food and drinks every day!

Hehehe ︿(￣︶￣)︿...

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