After nearly twenty minutes, Qiao Xichen came out of the room with her phone in hand.

Having finished washing up, she had already changed into the clothes Chen Cheng had brought for her.

A blue long-sleeved shirt and light khaki high-waisted trousers.

Chen Cheng looked her over and smiled. "Seems my taste isn't bad; it suits you quite well."

Qiao Xichen felt a bit uneasy. "That... how much did it cost?"

"I'll transfer the money to you."

"Sit down first and have something to eat," Chen Cheng said, pointing to the chair opposite him.

Qiao Xichen glanced at the food on the dining table and unconsciously swallowed.

It had been almost twelve hours since last night; she was indeed very hungry.

Pursing her lips, she sat down across from Chen Cheng.

She looked at the neatly arranged Savory Pancakes, steamed buns, Spicy Soup mixed with Tofu Pudding, boiled corn, and fried eggs in front of her.

There was also a platter of sliced fruit.

"Eat up~" Chen Cheng said with a smile, raising an eyebrow.

A smile appeared on Qiao Xichen's face as she thanked him, "Thank you~"

Only then did she pick up a spoon and take a mouthful of the Spicy Soup.

Her taste buds immediately began to dance, and a sense of satisfaction welled up within her.

Qiao Xichen began taking large gulps of the Spicy Soup from the bowl.

Seeing her devouring the food, Chen Cheng's lips twitched. "Eat slower, no one's going to take it from you."

Qiao Xichen was suddenly embarrassed by his words, and her hand froze mid-air.

She gave a sheepish smile. "I didn't eat last night, so I'm a bit too hungry."

Chen Cheng smiled. "Even so, there's no rush."

"It's the weekend; you have time to chew slowly."

Qiao Xichen pondered Chen Cheng's words, 'you have time to chew slowly.'

It was true; currently, she was in a rush even when eating.

Qiao Xichen let out a breath and calmed her mind.

She began to slowly savor every dish on the table.

Seeing her let down her guard, Chen Cheng gave a faint smile.

After eating for a while, Qiao Xichen looked at Chen Cheng, blinked, and started a conversation.

"Um, how much did these clothes cost?"

The current Qiao Xichen was like a bird startled by a bow; the less money she had, the more she cared about such things.

So, she uncontrollably wanted to know the exact amount.

Chen Cheng looked at her and chuckled. "Give me your phone."

"Huh?" Qiao Xichen was stunned for a moment.

"What are you 'huh'-ing about?" Chen Cheng reached out his hand. "I can't exactly steal your phone right in front of you, can I?"

Qiao Xichen gave an awkward smile. "I didn't mean that," she said, handing her phone over without knowing why.

"Unlock it~"

Qiao Xichen did as she was told.

Chen Cheng took her phone and switched to the green bubble.

Then he picked up his own phone.

Watching Chen Cheng's actions, a smile appeared on the corner of Qiao Xichen's mouth.

So he was adding her as a friend.

After scanning the code and adding her, Chen Cheng transferred twenty thousand yuan to her and then accepted the payment on her behalf.

Seeing his actions, Qiao Xichen's eyes widened. "Why are you transferring money to me?"

Chen Cheng smiled and handed the phone back to her. "Didn't you want to settle the bill with me?"

"Didn't you say last night that you only had two hundred or so left?"

"How am I supposed to settle that? Even if I did, you wouldn't have the money to pay."

"..."

Qiao Xichen was so embarrassed she wanted to flee the planet.

She cursed herself inwardly, 'Qiao Xichen, are you stupid? Why did you blurt out how much money you have?'

Chen Cheng continued, "Consider this money a loan from me. When you get your salary, remember to pay me back."

He pointed at the clothes she was wearing. "The trousers were 140, the shirt was 660, and the set of underwear was 220."

"Just transfer me a thousand yuan."

Qiao Xichen gave a sheepish smile. "Okay, I'll pay you back as soon as I get my salary."

"Thank you~"

Since it had already happened, she wasn't the type to be overly sensitive.

She blinked. "But, isn't twenty thousand a bit much?"

Chen Cheng gave a faint smile. "Weren't you scammed by a Sub-landlord?"

"I don't know much about rents in the capital; twenty thousand was just a rough guess."

"I reckon it should be enough to tide you over."

The way Qiao Xichen looked at Chen Cheng suddenly took on a different luster.

Tears uncontrollably welled up in her eyes.

She put down her spoon, sat up straight, pursed her lips, and gave a solemn thanks.

"Thank you!"

Chen Cheng shrugged nonchalantly and accepted her thanks.

"People I take the initiative to lend money to are truly rare."

"Thank you~" Qiao Xichen thanked him once more.

Chen Cheng waved his hand. "Stop with the 'thank you's and just eat."

Qiao Xichen nodded and continued eating.

When she was almost finished, she raised an eyebrow and asked:

"Um... are you from our company?"

"I don't think I've seen you before."

Chen Cheng frowned slightly. "In a way."

"I'm new."

Qiao Xichen: "Which department?"

The corners of Chen Cheng's mouth curled up. "Security Department?"

"Security Department?" Qiao Xichen was stunned. "Our company has a Security Department?"

Chen Cheng's lips twitched as he held back a laugh. "If I say there is, then there should be."

He spread his hands. "I am a security guard who loves eating little bear cookies."

"My salary only covers breakfast; I only go to work to get off work."

"I'm depressed all day; love has nothing to do with me."

"Pfft~" Qiao Xichen burst out laughing.

She shot him a secret look; she knew now that he was teasing her.

Seeing her skeptical expression, Chen Cheng smiled and didn't explain.

Silly girl, if I say there is one, there really is one.

Qiao Xichen exhaled; she had to be polite to her creditor.

"So you aren't from our company?"

Chen Cheng shook his head. "Nay, nay."

"Pfft~" Qiao Xichen was amused by his playful tone.

She shook her head.

Fine, if he didn't want to say, she wouldn't ask.

Suddenly, Qiao Xichen thought of something else, and her face flushed red.

She looked at Chen Cheng and asked, "What is your name?"

A smile curled on Chen Cheng's lips. "Being curious about a man isn't a good thing, you know."

"I... I..."

Qiao Xichen hesitated for a long time, her face red and her head lowered, her voice as faint as a mosquito's buzz. "You've already seen everything, I can't exactly not even know your name, can I?"

Chen Cheng was all smiles; this kind of thing really depends on looks.

Luckily, this buddy is a Great Handsome Guy.

If he were an ugly man...

With Qiao Xichen's personality, she probably would have run away already.

She wouldn't be here, acting as shy as a young girl.

Chen Cheng rested his chin on his hand, staring intently at the slightly blushing Qiao Xichen.

"You don't want me to take responsibility for you, do you?"

"No..." Having her thoughts exposed, Qiao Xichen quickly waved her hands in denial. "Nothing of the sort."

Seeing her like this, a smile curled on Chen Cheng's lips, and he reached out his hand to her. "Hello, I'm Chen Jianan."

Qiao Xichen was stunned for a moment, then reached out her slender arm and shook Chen Cheng's large hand. "Hello."

Chen Cheng looked into Qiao Xichen's eyes and asked calmly, "Do you have a boyfriend?"