The Crazy Son-In-Law

“Why won’t you believe me?” Xiao Shun asked, a helpless look on his face.

“How else am I supposed to believe you? Did I say anything when you spent so much money on a worthless stone? Did I say anything when you kept going to Song Linger’s place…”

And so the old grievances were brought up again. If they kept this up, they would start arguing.

Xiao Shun had no choice but to wave the white flag: “Alright, alright, let’s not argue in the office. People might hear.”

“Do you think I want to argue with you? I don’t even want to see you. Please leave!” Yao Cen said with a stern face.

Xiao Shun was frustrated and didn’t know how to vent. On his way out, he accidentally killed a potted plant that Yao Cen had placed by the door, one that she was very fond of.

While he was tending to the potted plant, Mai Yaqin had already met with Tang Shishi to discuss a general framework. The specific details still needed to be communicated between both parties. As she was passing by the reception room, she happened to witness this scene, and her expression was quite brilliant.

“You didn’t see anything.” Xiao Shun reminded her as he passed by her.

Mai Yaqin nodded quietly, “Yes, Mr. Xiao, I understand.”

Ah, Mr. Xiao has been under a lot of pressure lately, but this way of venting is quite unique, Mai Yaqin sighed to herself.

Originally, Xiao Shun wanted to return and have a good talk with Yao Cen. However, her barrage of words instantly dampened his mood. He felt depressed staying in the company, so he decided to go down to the small courtyard for some peace and quiet.

As soon as he drove to the company’s main entrance, he encountered Tang Shishi. Dressed in a sleek and efficient professional suit, she seemed more mature and alluring than usual.

“Why are you here?” Xiao Shun asked curiously, rolling down the car window.

Tang Shishi smirked, “I came to discuss the agency matter with you. Your deputy manager told me you weren’t in. Are you deliberately avoiding me?”

“Why would I avoid you? So, you’re waiting for a car?”

“Yes, I took a taxi here, but I don’t have to wait now. Mr. Xiao, please give me a ride.”

As she said this, Tang Shishi stepped forward and pulled the car door. Xiao Shun waved at her, “Get in the back.”

Tang Shishi glanced at him and obediently walked to the rear door, got into the car, and said with a smile, “Mr. Xiao, you don’t seem very happy.”

“It’s none of your business, where should we go?” Xiao Shun asked casually.

“Wherever you’re going, I’ll go.” Tang Shishi’s reply was equally casual.

Xiao Shun ignored her and started the car, heading towards the eighth avenue.

“Didn’t your company assign a car to you?”

“Yes, but I didn’t want to drive. I think the car accident a few days ago left me a bit traumatized,” Tang Shishi sighed.

“How did the discussion go?” Xiao Shun asked again.

“It’s alright. As you and my father said, many details won’t be finalized in one meeting. I might have to visit often. We’ll also need to establish an office in Stillwater, with a dedicated person residing here to communicate with your side.”

Xiao Shun murmured a noncommittal “hmm” and then fell silent.

When they arrived at the little courtyard on the eighth avenue, Song Linger was also there, and she might have been there all along.

“Master, I haven’t seen you in many days,” Song Linger, with her sparkling big eyes, bounded over. Upon seeing Tang Shishi, she paused for a moment.

“Who is this?”

“Trouble,” Xiao Shun muttered, proceeding towards the courtyard.

At this point, Tang Shishi, seeing such a beautiful girl as Song Linger, was also taken aback for a moment and didn’t quite hear how Xiao Shun had introduced her.

A hidden gem? She wondered.

“Hello, Trouble. I’m Song Linger.”

Song Linger greeted cheerfully, “You have a quite unique name.”

“Oh, hello. I’m Tang Shishi,” Tang Shishi managed to respond after a brief moment of surprise.

Song Linger looked puzzled, wasn’t this beautiful woman named Trouble? Why did she change her name all of a sudden?

However, she didn’t pursue it further and politely smiled, “You must be a friend of my master. Please come in.”

As Tang Shishi walked in, she took a good look around the place. It was a quiet, elegant little courtyard amidst the hustle and bustle, filled with workout equipment probably used by Duan Jia.

“Is Xiao Shun your master?”

Song Linger: “Yes.”

“Oh, my master doesn’t seem to be in a good mood today. Do you know what’s going on?”

Song Linger realized something was off about Xiao Shun’s demeanor today.

In her memory, Xiao Shun always wore an indifferent face, and even when he was angry, it wasn’t scary, but today he seemed genuinely irritated.

Tang Shishi shrugged, “I don’t know either. He was like that when I met him. I’m not sure who upset him.” The two were quite casual with each other, eliminating any sense of unfamiliarity. As they conversed, they entered the house.This material belongs to NôvelDrama.Org.

By this time, it was already approaching dusk. Xiao Shun leisurely brewed a pot of tea and poured himself a drink. Song Linger and Tang Shishi sat on the couch, silently watching him.

“Why are you two staring at me like that?” Xiao Shun asked, feeling a bit uncomfortable under their gaze.

“Master, who upset you? Tell me, and I’ll reprimand them,” Song Linger declared righteously.

Xiao Shun glanced at her and then outside, “I’ll have dinner here tonight. Order some takeout.”

Returning home would mean facing Yao Cen’s cold stare, and Liu Yunxiang and Yao Jianguo would not go easy on him either. So, he decided not to return home. These past few days had truly worn him out, especially dealing with the current situation between him and Yao Cen.

At his words, Song Linger’s face brightened, and she cheerfully agreed, “Okay!”

She hadn’t had dinner with Xiao Shun for a long time. She usually ate alone, so she was happy to have someone dine with her today. The only regret was Tang Shishi’s presence. Although the beautiful woman was pleasant to look at, she was still a stranger. How wonderful it would be if it were just her and her master.

“Do you have any alcohol here?” Xiao Shun asked next.

Song Linger was taken aback for a moment, then nodded, “Yes, a lot. We have all kinds. Uncle Duan often brings some back. I don’t drink much, so it’s all stored here.”

About half an hour later, the coffee table was filled with various dishes. Song Linger swiftly opened a bottle of red wine and poured it for Xiao Shun and Tang Shishi, smiling sweetly, “Let’s eat!”

They were all young. Even though Song Linger called Xiao Shun “Master”, she didn’t really see him as an elder and began to eat. Tang Shishi, who was naturally outgoing, also didn’t hold back and started eating heartily.

Only Xiao Shun picked up his wine glass, took a sip, and showed no intention of eating.

“Master, eat first. The food will get cold,” Song Linger muttered with her mouth full.