The sudden arrival of the landlady caught Shen Yi completely off guard.

On the contrary, Su Qing was much calmer. It's just the landlady, not the top villain from Gotham City, so what's there to be afraid of.

If it were his mom, he would've stuffed Shen Yi into a closet to hide. After all, his mom's determination to have grandchildren rivals the fundamental principles of politics—unyielding for a hundred years.

The main issue was finding Shen Yi at his place, wearing his clothes. Who knows, by tomorrow, she'd be setting a date for their wedding.

The trickiest part was, if Shen Yi were really his girlfriend, it would be fine, but she wasn't. Aunt Shen still doesn't know she's already someone's daughter-in-law.

"Sister Wen, why are you here? Come in, please. Oh, right, this is my boss, you must have met." Su Qing explained naturally since he was the one who had introduced them after all.

Wen Nanqing nodded with a subtle smile, giving the two a slightly meaningful glance.

"Yes, we've met. Oh, Su, I'm here this time to ask if I can borrow Da Huang for a day. You know, Xiao Yun likes him and wants to play. I couldn't refuse, so..." Wen Nanqing, in a flowing dress with her hands clasped in front of her, perfectly outlined her impressive curves, spoke somewhat apologetically.

Upon hearing this, Da Huang, who was originally lying peacefully at Shen Yi's feet, suddenly jolted awake. He whined a couple of times, transformed into four-wheel drive, and frantically drifted on the slick floor before zooming up the stairs, leaving the three of them dumbfounded.

"What's up with him?" Shen Yi asked, puzzled.

After all, she'd never witnessed how the little girl harassed Da Huang. Kids with a knack for annoying both people and dogs live up to their reputation, to the point where even the dog is scared.

"Maybe he's just too excited!"

"It's fine, Sister Wen. To be honest, I have something to do today, so even if you didn't come, I'd ask you to look after Da Huang. Please have a seat and a glass of water. I'll go upstairs to fetch Da Huang," Su Qing offered, leading Wen Nanqing to the sofa to sit down.

Indeed, today he needed to help Shen Yi move houses, which was no small task. He had no time to handle Da Huang, and having someone to watch him would be ideal.

"That would be wonderful. Don't worry; I'll take good care of Da Huang and return him tonight," Wen Nanqing expressed her gratitude, clasping her hands and speaking with excitement.

To Su Qing, she just seemed like a mother picking up a dog for her child, without any flaws.

After talking, he nodded at the two women: "Please wait a moment, I'll bring Da Huang down."

With that, he headed upstairs.

As soon as Su Qing went up, Wen Nanqing's expression changed, and she leaned over to Shen Yi with a sly look, smacking her on the rear with a loud slap, startling Shen Yi.

"What are you doing? Don't let him find out," Shen Yi glared at the young woman, speaking irritably.

Her plan wasn't finished yet; there was still a final step, and they couldn't expose their relationship now. Otherwise, all previous efforts would be wasted.

If discovered, and the stubborn guy left in a fit of anger and quit, where would she find someone to hang out with?

Once things were settled, she'd find the right time to lay everything out, and then everything would be fine. She had confidence in her plan.

"What are you afraid of? What's that, you dare to do it but not admit it?"

"Relax, he won't suspect a thing. Oh, by the way, did you use what I brought you yesterday? Had a lovely night, right?" Wen Nanqing nudged Shen Yi's shoulder, wearing a knowing expression.

Indeed, Wen Nanqing wasn't really here to borrow the dog; she was on a reconnaissance mission. The moment she saw Shen Yi wearing Su Qing's clothes, her mind was bursting with excitement. What a juicy secret!

"I did nothing. We're innocent, okay? Don't overthink it," Shen Yi retorted, almost at her wits' end with her best friend. She felt like some kind of trickster seducing a young man's heart.

"Innocent my foot. You're wearing his clothes, and you call that innocent?"

"Isn't that your dress hanging on the balcony?"

Wen Nanqing pouted towards the balcony, full of disdain.

After all, she wasn't a teenager anymore. What's there to be embarrassed about? In her circle, many wealthy women still went looking for men after marriage. It was common.

Someone like her, divorced and still keeping to herself, was rare. As for Shen Yi, single and without a boyfriend, why not find a young man? There's nothing wrong with that. Why not admit it?

Especially when the evidence is clear, so why stubbornly deny it? There's no need for that.

"It's because... because you didn't bring me any clothes," Shen Yi blushed and whispered.

"Didn't I bring you a set of sexy lingerie? Didn't Su say it looked nice?"

"We didn't do anything."

"What do you mean, didn't do anything? You didn't wear it? Let me check!" With that, Wen Nanqing reached out, pulling open the collar of Shen Yi's hoodie in one swift motion, revealing her fair shoulder.

"Gosh, what's wrong with you? Let go!" Shen Yi exclaimed in a mix of embarrassment and anger, clutching her collar firmly.

Is this woman some kind of pervert? Who starts by pulling off someone's clothes?

"What's there to be afraid of? It's not like I haven't seen it before. I've squeezed this countless times, so why be shy now?" Wen Nanqing replied, peeking inside, then a second, third, and fourth time.

After confirming that Shen Yi wasn't wearing the sexy lingerie she had brought, she couldn't help feeling disappointed.

That lingerie was something she bought before her divorce, never worn once, and now it felt wasted.

At that moment, distressed dog cries came from upstairs.

"Woo, woo, woof, woof" [Let go of me, let go! I'm not going, I'm not going! She doesn't even wear black stockings!]

Listening to Da Huang's howls, Su Qing could only sigh, pulling the dog's legs as he brought him downstairs:

"Stop that. The little girl is really cute and will give you tasty treats. Stop having these strange ideas."

Ignoring Da Huang's cries, Su Qing calmly brought him down and put a leash on him.

"Sister Wen, I'll leave Da Huang in your care. Don't worry, just let Xiao Yun lead him, he won't cause any trouble."

Dogs and cats have a common trait: they respect the elderly and love the young, being rough with anyone in between.

With Da Huang's intelligence plus external assurance, he wouldn't do anything to harm Wen Yun. In this, Su Qing had confidence.

"Great, thank you so much! If you ever have time, come by my place sometime. Xiao Yun really likes you," Wen Nanqing thanked.

From the moment Su Qing came downstairs, the two women parted, acting as if they weren't acquainted. They truly were skilled actresses.

"I'll definitely visit when I get the chance."

"Then I'll be going now. Bye-bye!"

"I'll see you out."

As they say, coming and going in a flash, Su Qing had no idea what transpired, but the task was already complete.

When he returned and saw his smiling demeanor, Shen Yi's eyes twirled, suddenly asking:

"Hey, bro, your landlady is gorgeous! That figure... She seems like a wealthy little missus. Go after her, and you'll be set for life. Have you thought about it?"

Hearing this, Su Qing couldn't help but pause. Why did this seem familiar?

"What's wrong? You're really considering it? Can't blame you, this landlady even makes me, a woman, feel tempted, let alone you guys," seeing his dazed response, Shen Yi continued, though her eyes held a hint of sadness even she didn't notice.

"What are you thinking? Her kid's about to start elementary school. What could I possibly be thinking?"

"I'm just wondering if you two conspired or something—saying the same thing," Su Qing puzzled looked at her and asked.

Hearing this, Shen Yi was startled, hurriedly shaking her head: "Impossible. What did she say anyway?"

"Sister Wen said you're beautiful. She suggested I charm you, so I could save decades of hard work."

"How did you respond to that?" Shen Yi felt reassured, then curiously inquired.

"Of course, I... wait, none of your business. Do you know my mom already planned when to have grandchildren after my sister bumped into us last time? How will you compensate for this loss?" Su Qing immediately turned the tables.

Why should he tell her everything? He wouldn't.

"Auntie knows? I guess I should visit your home then. By the way, where's your house?" Shen Yi was momentarily stunned, then smiled.

Su Qing: -_-|||

This woman is ruthless, trying to strike where it hurts?

Can't let her know where my hometown is.

"Alright, let's go. I need to help you move, and I still have to settle accounts with Tony later."

"True, that hairstyle of yours... well, it's something!"

Su Qing:...

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