Chapter 25: Chapter 25

Translator: EndlessFantasy Translation Editor: EndlessFantasy Translation

After Wang Linlin’s birthday party, Chen Ming and Qin Qing went home together.

In the car, Qin Qing seemed to have something to say. After hesitating for a long time, she finally mustered up her courage and pretended to be relaxed.

“Chen Ming, the phoenix Coronet you gave Linlin is so beautiful.”

She deliberately paused for a moment before continuing, “Did you order it? I also want a piece of jewelry.”

As soon as she finished speaking, Qin Qing secretly clenched her hands.

There were not many cars on the road in the middle of the night, so all either of them could hear was the rumbling sound of the engine of Chen Ming’s seven-seater van.

It was also because of this that the sound of her thumping heartbeat was hidden.

She was looking forward to Chen Ming’s answer.

Chen Ming laughed when he heard her request for jewelry, which confused her.

“Chen Ming? What are you laughing at?” Qin Qing asked in confusion.

Chen Ming stopped smiling and said, “Do you really not know? This kind of jewelry is used in marriages, and is usually prepared by the bride’s side.”

Qin Qing finally understood why Chen Ming was laughing.

“I gave her the phoenix coronet because I thought about this. I mean, technically, I’m the bride in this equation.”

‘So that was how it was!’ Qin Qing suddenly came to a realization.

At the same time, by interpreting Chen Ming’s words, Qin Qing also understood that Chen Ming was not willing to marry for the sake of business interests.

If he wanted to, he could go after Wang Linlin. With the support of the Wang family, Chen Ming’s future path would be much smoother and easier.

However, Chen Ming only chose to give her the phoenix coronet out of respect for Wang Linlin, the Wang family, and himself.

“I see.”

Qin Qing chuckled and said nothing else.

When Chen Ming looked at her again, he realized that Qin Qing had already fallen asleep.

He guessed that Qin Qing had to be exhausted.

Today, she had to accompany him to buy things, attend Wang Linlin’s birthday party, and deal with the business bigshots, all of whom were sly old foxes. It truly was a taxing day for her.

Hence, Chen Ming turned off the radio in the van in an attempt to reduce the noise.

He also realized that he should replace this old van when he had the time.

Otherwise, it would fall apart sooner or later.

…

While Chen Ming and Qin Qing were on the way home, Chen Zhao was reading the newspaper on the sofa with great interest.

At this moment, Chen Zhao’s phone on the table suddenly rang.

The vibration quickly attracted his attention, and the called ID showed that it was Boss Wang who was calling.

Since Chen Ming and Boss Wang were business partners, Chen Zhao also saved Boss Wang’s phone number.

However, Chen Zhao was a little surprised. Why did Boss Wang suddenly call him at night? Even if it was about work, he should have called him during the day, right?

Could it be that something urgent had happened at the processing plant?

Thinking of this, Chen Chao quickly put down the newspaper and picked up the call.

“Hello, Brother Chen Zhao, it’s Old Wang!”

Boss Wang’s voice was filled with joy.

Chen Zhao heaved a sigh of relief.

It was good that there were no problems at the plant.

After calming down, Chen Zhao replied, “Ah, so it’s Boss Wang. Since you’re calling me in the middle of the night, is there something urgent to discuss?”

The other party replied very quickly, “There’s nothing urgent. I just wanted to tell brother Chen Zhao something.”

“Today was my daughter Wang Linlin’s birthday party. At the party, I was the middleman between Chen Ming and Wang Linlin.”

When he heard that Boss Wang was trying to build a bridge between Chen Ming and Wang Linlin, Chen Zhao’s face was filled with question marks.

However, before he could question him further, he heard Boss Wang take a deep breath and continue.

“They became brother and sister! It’s great that both our families support each other, hahaha!”

Boss Wang smiled brightly.

Chen Zhao heaved a sigh of relief.

Thankfully, no one had broken up his son and future daughter-in-law.

“Wow!” Chen Zhao replied happily , “It’s great that they became brother and sister.”

“That’s true.” Boss Wang agreed with Chen Zhao.

“Also, my daughter is very smart. She called Chen Ming brother and Qin Qing sister-in-law on the spot. Hahaha!”

When Chen Zhao heard this, he subconsciously ignored the first half of the sentence and focused on the second half of the sentence.

This strengthened Chen Zhao’s rapport with him instantly. He and Boss Wang talked non-stop, as if they had been old friends for ages. Boss Wang also felt that he had met Chen Zhao too late.

The two of them became good friends after a single phone call.

After the phone call ended, Chen Ming and Qin Qing coincidentally also arrived home.

Chen Ming had just opened the door with his key when he saw his father looking at them with a smile.

The newspaper was still on the table.

Why was his father smiling at him instead of reading the newspaper? The corners of Chen Ming’s mouth twitched in confusion.

Chen Ming and Qin Qing looked at each other and entered the house.

They took off their shoes and jackets, and then heard Chen Zhao sigh.

“I heard about what happened at the party. I’m getting old now, but somehow managed to gain a daughter. Not bad!”

Chen Ming smiled when he found out that Chen Zhao already knew about this matter.

“Dad, I was going to tell you later. It seems that Boss Wang beat me to it.”

“It’s good to have a new daughter, but I still have some regrets in life.” Chen Zhao pretended to be mysterious.

“Uncle, what regrets do you have?” Qin Qing was the one who spoke.

“Just tell us. Chen Ming and I will definitely do our best to help you fulfill your wishes.”

“Really?” Chen Zhao instantly straightened his back.

Chen Ming squinted his eyes in suspicion.

He knew his father too well. There was a trap being laid somewhere here…

Sure enough, the next thing Chen Zhao said was, “I feel like I’m lacking grandchildren. Please help me fulfill this wish!”

Chen Ming and Qin Qing did not know how to react to this.

When she came back to her senses, her face instantly turned red.

As for Chen Ming, he felt embarrassed.

In the past, he had never thought of developing a relationship with Qin Qing. However, after spending time with her recently, Chen Ming had gradually noticed her feelings through various details.

He had also gradually become clear about his own feelings.

Qin Qing had been supporting him throughout this whole venture, and had done her best all along the way. Their relationship was also deep enough. This had slowly moved Chen Ming’s heart in the direction of affection.

However, his father’s sudden words still left him momentarily speechless.

He frowned slightly and his gaze turned toward the room.

“Dad, don’t joke around. It’s getting late. You should rest early. I’ll go back to my room first.”

Without waiting for Chen Zhao’s reply, Chen Ming returned to his room to rest as if he was escaping from a calamity.

A relationship problem was not a small matter. He also needed enough time to think things through.

Seeing Chen Ming’s slightly hurried escape, Qin Qing’s hands stopped.

Her heart was filled with many thoughts.

What were Chen Ming’s feelings for her?

Were they just friends or…

Did he really like her?