Chapter 547: Chapter 547

The other person’s face carried a smile, a tone of familiarity that couldn’t be more pronounced.

Clearly, they were quite familiar with Chen Jiayan.

Chen Jiayan must also be a regular at this restaurant.

A faint smile played on his lips.

Seeing Xie Baola still looking at the menu, Chen Jiayan asked softly, "Have you decided what you want to eat yet?"

There were too many options to choose from on the menu.

She had trouble deciding.

Mainly because she didn’t know what was good to eat.

Since it was Chen Jiayan who had brought her here, she didn’t want to leave with a poor impression of the place.

Having midnight snacks with Chen Jiayan was worth remembering.

Xie Baola looked towards the auntie and simply said, "Then, I’ll trouble you for a portion of the same dish he’s having, I want to know what your ’usual’ is."

The auntie knew at a glance that these two were not simple, the atmosphere between them was strange, like they were in a flirtatious phase.

Who knows, they might start dating any day now.

What’s more, this was the first time Xiao Chen had brought a girl here.

The auntie smiled even more brilliantly, "Alright, then I’ll bring you two portions of the Beef Noodle, please wait a moment."

Xie Baola happily uttered a response.

Her voice was sweet; although it didn’t match her appearance, such a voice made her more approachable than her looks.

Chen Jiayan found a spot to sit.

Xie Baola sat opposite him, "Look at you, you come here all the time, nowhere near just occasionally."

Only by coming often, does one get to know the owner well.

Perhaps the previous customers had just left, and there were still some greasy spots on the table; Xie Baola pulled out a tissue and wiped the table.

Then she tossed the paper into the trash can.

Chen Jiayan indifferently remarked, "This place is a longstanding establishment, good flavors, many people come here specifically for that, and I am no exception."

Xie Baola lightly quipped with a smile, "Well, I didn’t even know a place existed."

She had never made an effort to find out before.

After all, Miss Xie frequents upscale places.

A down-to-earth place isn’t really her scene.

Xie Baola didn’t know what he meant by this ’normal’.

Xie Baola hummed, "Though I’m born and bred in Hai City, I still haven’t explored the entire city. Since you have such great taste, you can take me to more places next time."

Xie Baola smiled sweetly, "We’re dining partners, huh."

Dining partners? What’s that?

"Dining partners just means two people who eat together."

Xie Baola knew he wouldn’t understand, so she specifically explained.

This was a new term from the internet.

She always kept up with the latest trends.

Chen Jiayan’s voice contained a hint of playful humor, "Are you lacking a dining partner?"

"Of course not, I don’t lack someone to eat with," Xie Baola said with a seriousness, "But I do lack a ’Chen Jiayan’ to eat with."

"Since you’re alone anyway, if the two of us eat together, we won’t feel lonely," Xie Baola smiled.

Chen Jiayan slowly asked, "Should I thank you then?"

"... not necessarily."

Xie Baola gestured dismissively, "Like I said, just take me to some places that I don’t know about to eat."

Chen Jiayan let out an almost imperceptible laugh.

Xie Baola suddenly sighed softly.

Chen Jiayan looked at her.

After meeting his gaze, Xie Baola then said, "Actually, when I went to Sucheng before, I had planned to play there with you for a few days."

"But I thought we were not that familiar yet, so I dropped the idea and didn’t mention it to you."

Chen Jiayan quite agreed with her, "It’s true, we’re not that familiar."

What kind of man is this?

No wonder he’s still single!

Although she knew the truth, the words from his mouth didn’t sit well with her.

Couldn’t he have lied to her just a little?

A white lie is better than blunt words that hurt.

This wasn’t just being straightforward; it was a complete lack of emotion.

"So, what exactly did I do to you the night I got drunk?"

Xie Baola brought up the past.

Her eyes squinted like a fox’s, with a touch of scrutiny as she looked over his handsome features.

Her sharp gaze even swept over some parts of his body.

Chen Jiayan was somewhat speechless, his voice tinged with helplessness, "You didn’t do anything, don’t overthink it."

Xie Baola half-believed, "I don’t believe you."

She hadn’t taken advantage of Chen Jiayan when she was drunk?

Did she get drunk for nothing then?

She was actually harboring unspoken designs on him.

If she really did nothing, would that be acceptable???

Thinking about it made her almost furious!

At that moment, the auntie and her husband brought over a bowl of Beef Noodle each and placed it in front of them.

This restaurant was a joint venture between the couple.

The flavors remained unchanged.

The auntie still wore a face full of warmth, "These Beef Noodles are delicious when they’re piping hot, but be careful not to scald yourself."

The auntie’s husband also said, "Take your time eating, let us know if you need anything else."

Chen Jiayan nodded slightly, "Will do."

"Auntie, your girlfriend is really pretty, matches well with you." Tʜe source of this ᴄontent ɪs N(o)vᴇl(F)ire.nᴇt

After saying that, the auntie turned and left.

Chen Jiayan opened his mouth...

Though misunderstood, there was no need to clarify.

Xie Baola used the shop’s disposable chopsticks and stirred her bowl slightly before taking a bite.

Xie Baola let out a small exclamation of surprise.

She didn’t expect to still get burned.

Chen Jiayan frowned slightly, "Are you okay?"

Xie Baola shook her head, "I’m fine."

"I really am hungry, I didn’t just come up with an excuse to find you."

"I didn’t say anything."

She really didn’t need to say that last part.

Xie Baola hummed, her smile teasing, "I just didn’t want you to overthink."

Are you sure it’s not you who’s overthinking?

Xie Baola’s eyes sparkled, "The noodles actually taste really good, can I take a portion to go later?"

"Of course, but it won’t be as tasty once it’s packed to go."

"Just separate the soup from the noodles, I’ll take it back for Old Xie to try."

At this hour, Old Xie probably hadn’t gone to bed yet.

It had been a while since she’d been back to the Xie Family.

Might as well go back and see the lonely old man at home.

Xie Baola called out to the owner, "Auntie, can you pack a portion just one for me, soup and noodles separately?"

The auntie’s voice came through, "Okay, when you’re almost done eating, I’ll get it ready for you."

Xie Baola finished off the bowl of noodles, not a drop of soup left.

Feeling full and content truly brought a sense of happiness.

At that moment, the auntie brought the packaged Beef Noodles over as well.

She used a container for the soup, so it wouldn’t cool down too quickly.

Chen Jiayan paid the bill, and slipped his phone back into his pocket.

Xie Baola smiled with a twinkle in her eyes, "Oh dear, I made you spend money again, you’ve been so generous. I had intended to treat you to late-night snacks, I feel so embarrassed now."