Free Web NovelChapter 203: Chapter 201: Meeting Grandpa Xiao
"Is it your idea not to have children, or Mu Ran’s idea?" Mr. Xiao questioned.
"Of course it’s mine. Why would I want a little kid competing with me for affection!" Xiao Yu’an replied confidently.
Mr. Xiao almost fainted from anger. "You seem quite proud of yourself."
Xiao Yu’an: "Absolutely."
Mr. Xiao hung up the phone immediately.
He didn’t want to talk to such an unfilial grandson, lest he gets too worked up.
But he couldn’t just leave his grandson be, so he sent someone to invite Mu Ran out, needing to talk to her about the importance of having children.
Xiao Yu’an had no interest in Mr. Xiao’s nonsense, continuing his investigation into Feng Qikuo’s siblings.
No matter who they are.
Those who want Mu Ran dead.
Can all go to hell!!
Morning light broke.
The police came knocking.
Xiao Yu’an was slightly taken aback to see police officers so early in the morning, "Officer... Big brother, what’s the matter?"
The young officer ignored the question of address, as being called "officer uncle" by people anywhere from their twenties to fifties was commonplace, "Is Mao Xiaomiao at your home?"
"She is."
Of course, Xiao Yu’an wouldn’t hide things from the police, nor could he.
The officer nodded, "May we come in?"
"Please do."
Xiao Yu’an let them in.
When Xiao Jin heard voices and came out, seeing familiar faces, he greeted them one by one, "Uncles, why are you here? Have you had breakfast? Shall I prepare some for you?"
"No need. Mao Xiaomiao’s parents are looking for their child, and we need to take her back." The officer said.
Xiao Jin pursed her lips, "If possible, could you have Xiaomiao’s parents come here instead?"
"That works too."
The police had interacted a lot with Mao Xiaomiao and knew the two kids to not be troublemakers.
So they contacted Mao Xiaomiao’s parents.
While waiting for them to arrive, Aunt Zhang prepared a delicious meal for everyone.
She didn’t get to showcase her cooking skills here very often.
Now, seeing so many people.
She was quite excited.
"Officers, eat more. If it’s not enough, I’ll serve you more. You all look worn out, starting work so early in the morning."
Aunt Zhang, like a typical elder, nagged continuously, gathering tasty treats from the fridge for the officers to take back with them.
The officers glanced over at Mu Ran.
Mu Ran was daydreaming.
It was half past six.
Getting up so early brought her right back to last year’s filming schedule.
Aunt Zhang noticed the officers were feeling tense, and joked, "It’s okay, our Xiao Ran is generous."
Aunt Zhang gave many things to the officers, but with a limit, not handing over any of the exceptionally expensive ingredients sent by Housekeeper Liu that could be burdensome for the officers, just some snacks and fruits.
The officers thanked her.
But declined.
Aunt Zhang and the officers engaged in a playful tug-of-war.
Once everyone finished breakfast, Mao Xiaomiao’s parents arrived in a hurry and held their daughter, crying out loud.
Mao Xiaomiao showed no expression.
Noisy.
Doing none of the things they should.
Now they were mimicking Auntie by putting on an act.
"Xiaomiao, if you really want to participate in the competition, you need to discuss with mom and dad, not make impulsive decisions, understand? Do you have any idea how worried we’ve been lately?"
Her parents questioned her, gripping her arms.
Mao Xiaomiao maintained a calm expression, "I understand. I won’t go anymore. I won’t pursue sports anymore, let’s go back home, stop disturbing others."
Her parents were stunned.
Xiaomiao put on her backpack, donned a baseball cap, looking stylish enough to earn a massive fanbase through short videos.
Yet she paused in front of the officers, bowing deeply, "Sorry for taking up your time."
The officers said it was fine, feeling pity for her.
Her parents followed her, appearing lost.
The officers followed behind.
Aunt Zhang carrying things, followed after them.
Xiao Yu’an gave Chu Xijin a cool glance, "Did you teach that little girl to be bad?"
"I didn’t. I was merely fighting for our children’s rights." Chu Xijin appeared confidently unbothered. ƒгeeweɓn૦vel.com
"Ha."
Xiao Yu’an chuckled coldly.
This kid; his scheming skills were unmatched by his peers, even adults could be spun around by him.
"Uncle, didn’t you sleep? Now you have dark circles, looking quite unattractive." Chu Xijin teased him.
Xiao Yu’an checked himself in the mirror, indeed spotting them, he promptly embraced Mu Ran, asking, "Do I look uglier? Are you losing affection for me?"
Mu Ran: "Huh???"
What?
She hadn’t spoken a single word!
Chu Xijin covered his eyes, spun around to grab his backpack, heading out for school.
This overly sweet atmosphere.
Not suitable for growing children.
As soon as Xiao Jin closed the door, Xiao Yu’an kissed Mu Ran on the corner of her mouth, "So happy to see you first thing in the morning."
"You didn’t sleep..."
Mu Ran meekly pointed out.
"Not important, what matters is seeing you." Xiao Yu’an nuzzled her hair, "Your straight hair looks so beautiful, like a fairy; you’re the most beautiful person I’ve ever seen."
Mu Ran gave in.
She’d be swept away by Xiao Yu’an’s sweet talking someday, and might not even know her own worth by then.
"I need to go to work, love you."
"Come home early."
Xiao Yu’an reminded.
"OK." Mu Ran held his face and gave him a peck, "There’s a handsome man waiting at home, I wish I didn’t have to work."
"I’ll make sure to get a good night’s sleep."
Xiao Yu’an said sincerely.
This earnestness of a ’wolfdog’ kind, Mu Ran couldn’t handle, grabbing her laptop bag and her miscellaneous items bag, heading out.
They waved goodbye.
He had fully evolved.
All day long, it was either kissing or complimenting.
It was overly sweet.
Mu Ran got in the car, listening to music, a smile appearing on her face. Even though she worried about getting swept away, being cherished by someone was a very happy feeling.
Upon arriving at the studio.
Everyone started discussing the horror movie’s release again. frёewebnoѵēl.com
"Director Mu, a big shot contacted you, would you like to take the call?"
"Who is it?"
"Mr. Xiao from the Xiao family, you know about their industry."
Even her little assistant knew, let alone someone like Mu Ran.
"The Xiao family..."
Mu Ran thought of Xiao Yu’an.
She took the call, "Hello."
"Hello, is this Mu Ran? I need to talk to you about something. When are you free to meet for a meal?"
"Should I bring Xiao Yu’an?"
Mu Ran asked.
"No, I’d like to discuss something personal with you. If you’re busy, I can come find you."
Mr. Xiao harbored no reservations about Mu Ran’s skills and background.
The young were busy with careers.
He was willing to lower himself to find her.
"How about this afternoon at five, at the café next to my studio? I’ll book the whole place."
"Alright."
Mr. Xiao arranged for someone to prepare a gift.
Meeting his granddaughter-in-law for the first time, a present was necessary.
Xiao Baocang also came in at that moment, "Grandpa, I heard from the housekeeper that you’re preparing a gift, who could possibly deserve such grand gestures from you?"
