Chapter 302: Chapter 302

When Zhao Meimei first met Peng Hui, they were still elementary school kids. In the blink of an eye, over six years had passed.

Peng Hui was dressed like a camellia flower, and as soon as she spoke, her true nature was revealed: "Wow, Meimei, what happened to your brother to make him drink ? What’s going on?!"

Zhao Meimei had been crying so much that her vision blurred a bit. She wiped her face with her hand: "My brother drank too much while socializing, and I came to pick him up."

Peng Hui said: "He’s so drunk he can barely stand. There’s no way you can hold him up alone. Here, let me help you!

Zhao Meimei quickly thanked her, and Peng Hui generously waved: "Why are you being so polite with me! Don’t be a stranger. Come on, I’ll take this side, and you take that side!"

The two of them managed to get Shi Yang up and walked to the roadside to hail a taxi.

The taxi driver got out to help lift Shi Yang into the car, and only then did Zhao Meimei let out a long breath.

Standing outside the car, Peng Hui asked Zhao Meimei: "Do you have someone to meet you at home? Should I drop you off?"

Zhao Meimei quickly refused: "No need, there’s someone at home. I’ll call them right now."

Peng Hui nodded and helped close the car door: "Bye, be careful on your way!"

Zhao Meimei gratefully waved goodbye, and only after the car had driven away did she realize she forgot to ask Peng Hui for her contact details.

She was about to take out her phone to call home, wondering if anyone was back at Mrs. Qu’s house. As she hadn’t finished dialing yet, her phone rang; it was Qu Chaozong calling.

As soon as the call connected, Qu Chaozong quickly asked: "Sis, where are you? Did you pick up your brother? How is he?"

Zhao Meimei replied: "My brother drank too much. We’re in a cab heading back now."

Qu Chaozong clearly let out a sigh of relief: "Wow, that scared me! Okay, when you reach your stop, stay in the cab. I’ll take a taxi and rush there. Tell the driver to wait, we’ll cover his cost."

Zhao Meimei agreed and hung up the phone.

Qu Chaozong arrived almost immediately afterward, helping Shi Yang down from the car and carrying him all the way back upstairs.

Once Shi Yang was settled, Qu Chaozong was sweating profusely but chuckled, complaining to Zhao Meimei and his mom: "You guys have no idea; he seemed so composed then, even directing us to send Mu Guangping back to the hotel. Not only them, but even I didn’t notice he was drunk."

Qu Chaozong laughingly said: "Meimei, let me tell you, your brother never gets drunk. So this is what he’s like when he does! Hahaha..."

Zhao Meimei, with her swollen eyes, couldn’t help but let out a chuckle too. She joined Qu Chaozong in stripping off Shi Yang’s clothes, covered him with a summer quilt, then used a towel to carefully wipe his face.

Originally, Zhao Meimei planned to sleep in the same room with Shi Yang that night. But Mrs. Qu offered to have her join her instead, and Zhao Meimei, feeling a bit shy, followed Mrs. Qu to her room.

Mrs. Qu surprisingly snored at night, but not the typical snoring—it was like blowing air out of her mouth.

All night, Zhao Meimei heard Mrs. Qu blowing a gentle breeze by her ear, tossing and turning, staying awake until dawn.

In the early hours, Zhao Meimei couldn’t hold on any longer. She crawled out of bed and sneaked into Shi Yang’s room as quietly as she could.

Shi Yang slept on his back, appearing peaceful and calm.

Zhao Meimei closed the door, kicked off her slippers, climbed into bed, and snuggled into Shi Yang’s arms confidently. Almost as soon as she closed her eyes, she fell asleep.

When Mrs. Qu woke up and found Zhao Meimei missing, she was startled. She looked through each room and opened the door to Shi Yang’s bedroom, only to find Shi Yang and Zhao Meimei snuggled up together, sleeping soundly.

Mrs. Qu was amazed, her eyes widened, as she slowly retreated and closed the door.

Early in the morning, Qu Chaozong was mysteriously awakened by Mrs. Qu, and the mother and son whispered in a corner on the balcony.

Mrs. Qu said: "Chaozi, are Yangyang and Meimei dating?"

Qu Chaozong was taken aback, then laughed once he understood: "Mom, did you blow Meimei away while sleeping?"

Mrs. Qu glared: "Is that how you talk to your mom!"

Qu Chaozong raised his hands in surrender: "Yes, yes, my fault."

Mrs. Qu asked again: "So are they or not?"

Qu Chaozong nodded: "Yeah, they’re engaged. Just waiting for Meimei to come of age to get the certificate." Thıs text ıs hosted at novel⚑fire.net

Mrs. Qu was extremely surprised: "Wow, Meimei is so young, and they’re already together?"

Qu Chaozong didn’t seem bothered: "What’s the big deal? Didn’t you have me at twenty?"

Mrs. Qu pinched him: "You little rascal, how dare you tease your mom! It was a different time back then. But look at Yangyang—Meimei might be a bit young, but they’re engaged. And you? When are you going to settle things with Zhang Xin?"

At the mention of Zhang Xin, Qu Chaozong’s face lit up: "You don’t need to worry about us. Your future daughter-in-law won’t run away. She’s long been caught in my net."

Mrs. Qu laughed: "You’re so smug, hurry up and wash up, then go downstairs to make soy milk. I’ll steam buns for breakfast for you all."

When Shi Yang woke up, his head felt like it had been hit by a cannon, pounding with pain. His throat burned, making each breath difficult.

He lay back on the bed, looking at the somewhat unfamiliar ceiling, then lowered his head to see Zhao Meimei’s rosy face cuddled in his arms. Slowly, memories returned, and he recalled he drank too much last night, asking Zhao Meimei to pick him up.

Thinking of this, Shi Yang felt instantly remorseful. He had dragged Zhao Meimei out in the middle of the night. Thank goodness nothing happened, or he would have regretted it terribly.

Shi Yang turned, wanting to hug Zhao Meimei, but as soon as he moved, she woke up.

Zhao Meimei’s eyes fluttered open, not yet fully aware, instinctively calling: "Brother."

Shi Yang felt warmth in his heart, holding her: "Yeah."

Zhao Meimei snuggled deeper into his arms, just getting comfy when she suddenly propped herself up, attempting to rise.

Shi Yang pulled her back and asked: "What’s wrong?"

Zhao Meimei mouthed in alarm: "Oh no, brother. I slept with Aunt Qu last night, but then sneaked in here, planning to nap and go back. I fell asleep."

Shi Yang chuckled and kissed her on the forehead: "Well, you’re already asleep. No need to go back."

Zhao Meimei asked: "Is it really alright?"

Shi Yang held her: "It’s fine. Everyone knows we’re engaged."

Zhao Meimei was reassured and lay back down again.

Shi Yang apologized: "Were you scared last night?"

Zhao Meimei pressed her face to Shi Yang’s chest: "A bit. You were sitting by a tree, and I didn’t notice. I thought you were at the restaurant entrance, searched everywhere before finding you."

Shi Yang kissed her tenderly: "Sorry, I’ll drink less from now on."

Zhao Meimei responded with a softly spoken "Mm," when suddenly she remembered something, excitedly saying: "Brother, guess who I met last night?"

Shi Yang was puzzled: "Who?"