Chapter 148: You Can’t Handle This Man

Qiu Wuji went home to cook and invited Zhu Mengmeng over as well. Chu Ge had mentioned it last time, getting to know each other’s friends, and Qiu Wuji thought it was a good idea.

Getting exposed to each other’s worlds, that’s another step. As for whether Chu Ge would be seduced by a married woman, Qiu Wuji playfully expressed her vigilance and jealousy, but deep down, she trusted Chu Ge.

If Gu Ruoyan and Moon Shadow were so outstanding and Chu Ge wasn’t interested, it was clear that Zhu Mengmeng, who was attractive but not as exceptional as them, wouldn’t be a problem either.

Of course, Zhu Mengmeng might be more open-minded… hmm… Well, it shouldn’t be an issue.

The cucumbers that were supposed to be used for face masks were eaten by the two of them, each holding one, as they chattered and entered the residential area.

“This is where you live?” Zhu Mengmeng gnawed on her cucumber and looked around. “This community seems a little quiet. I inexplicably feel like it suits you.”

Qiu Wuji smiled. “My boyfriend is a writer, and the first requirement he had when looking for a rental was a quiet place.”

“Now you’re mentioning ‘boyfriend’ so casually?”

“Yeah…”

“Have you reached that point? Have you slept together?”

Qiu Wuji felt a bit awkward. Does lying on a bed count?

Zhu Mengmeng could tell from her expression and clicked her tongue. “You’re 25, and you haven’t even done that. Tsk.”

Not just 25, even after 10,000 years, she hadn’t done it at all!

Qiu Wuji raised her head defiantly. “So what if I haven’t done it? Why is that embarrassing? In my opinion… it’s actually you who should be embarrassed!”

“It’s the modern era, does it matter if it’s a guy or a girl? People don’t talk about these things anymore,” Zhu Mengmeng said with a smile, hugging her and biting her ears. “It feels really good, don’t you have any curiosity about it?”

“What is there to be curious about!” Qiu Wuji wanted to throw her out.

As they were talking, they entered the building’s corridor. Suddenly, something clicked in Qiu Wuji’s mind, and her left hand abruptly reached out and pressed into empty space.

The empty space distorted for a moment, revealing Chu Ge’s deformed face as if he had intended to give her a kiss, but it was instantly pressed away.

“You’re trying to ambush me? You’ve learned some bad tricks now,” Qiu Wuji sneered.

Chu Ge was so unlucky. He had originally planned to surprise her by sneaking over while invisible. However, he accidentally saw that there was someone with Qiu Wuji and didn’t dare to reveal his ability, so he had to hide in the corridor and couldn’t come out.

But as soon as Qiu Wuji entered, she sensed something was off and pressed him away.

“Wow!” Zhu Mengmeng finally realized what was happening. “Is there a thief?!” She pulled out a big lotus root and swung it down forcefully. “Catch the thief!”

Chu Ge quickly retreated. Qiu Wuji retrieved her hand that pressed his face, and she held the lotus root, apologizing with a smile, “Mengmeng, it’s a misunderstanding…”

“Oh, you look familiar, just like in the photo. Your boyfriend, huh?” Zhu Mengmeng also put away the things in her hand and examined Chu Ge in surprise. “Special abilities?”

Qiu Wuji smiled faintly, “You have them too, so stop pretending.”

Zhu Mengmeng: “Damn.”

The three of them entered the elevator. Chu Ge naturally took Qiu Wuji’s basket and hesitated for a moment before extending his hand to Zhu Mengmeng. “Your bag looks a bit heavy. Give it to me too.”

Qiu Wuji stood between the two, expressionless. “That’s her boyfriend’s problem, you don’t need to worry about it.”

Zhu Mengmeng: “…”

Chu Ge: “?”

“The first time I meet your boyfriend, you’re already bad-mouthing me like this?” As she watched Chu Ge open the door, Zhu Mengmeng grabbed Qiu Wuji from behind and gritted her teeth. “I misjudged you, Qiu Wuji!”

Qiu Wuji remained silent.

Zhu Mengmeng lowered her voice again. “But he’s so gentle, and he even thought of helping me carry things. Nowadays, it’s hard to find young guys outside who are so considerate…”

Indeed, I haven’t bad-mouthed you without reason, guarding against fires, thefts, and best friends. But on another note, yesterday I showed off in front of his mother, and today it’s his turn to show off in front of my friend. Let’s see who scores higher? Hmph. Qiu Wuji took a bite of the cucumber.

Chu Ge secretly glanced at her as she ate the cucumber and discreetly swallowed his saliva.

She noticed and asked curiously, “Do you want to eat too? There’s one more.”

“No, no, I don’t want to,” Chu Ge turned his head away.

Zhu Mengmeng chuckled and bit Qiu Wuji’s ear. “Your boyfriend is also a little chick.”

Qiu Wuji was surprised. “How did you know?”

“Hehe, so cute.”

“Cute my foot.”

The three of them entered the house, and Chu Ge put on an award-winning performance. “Hmm, Qiu Wuji, your friend is here. Spend time with your friend, I’ll cook today.”

What can you cook? Scrambled eggs with rice? Qiu Wuji gritted her teeth and forced a fake smile. “Mengmeng and I will cook together for fun. You can just stay there. Have you finished your typing?”

Chu Ge hadn’t finished typing his chapters yet. Hearing her words, he pretended to be accommodating. “Entertaining friends is more important…”

“Enough, it’s none of your business. Mengmeng, come with me.” Qiu Wuji pulled Zhu Mengmeng into the kitchen.

Chu Ge coughed twice and went back to his room to continue typing… Zhu Mengmeng seems to be a bit silly and cute. Well, regardless of whether she’s cute or not, typing is more important than women. These past few days have been hectic, and if he wasted any more time, Panda’s fists will come flying through the internet. It’s a pity that he wanted to discuss the space ability with Qiu Wuji… Oh well, maybe tonight, lying in bed, we can chat. Hehe.

As a result, Chu Ge’s performance was recognized by both Qiu Wuji and Zhu Mengmeng.

Qiu Wuji could see through his fake acting. He really didn’t care about Zhu Mengmeng, which was good. Zhu Mengmeng found it surprising that this man would actually compete to cook…

She nudged Qiu Wuji, who was preparing the pork, and whispered, “Qiu Wuji, you can’t handle this man of yours. Let your big sister take over.”

“Get lost, why can’t I handle him?”

“Of course, you can’t. Look, he’s a passionate man with needs, right?”

“What’s wrong with that? It’s normal.”

“It’s not normal at all. Before you lived together, he could take care of himself, but now that you’re living together, it’s not as convenient for him. And you’re so tempting, yet you don’t let him touch you. What is he supposed to do?”

Qiu Wuji paused while washing the pork meat, lost in thought. It strangely made sense.

Zhu Mengmeng continued, “And on top of that, you feed him pork and chives. It’s like you’re trying to kill him… He even fantasizes while seeing you eat a cucumber. It’s like those otakus in my chat group. It’s so pitiful…”

Qiu Wuji weakly said, “Mengmeng, I think you’re offending someone.”

Zhu Mengmeng, “?”

“Cough.” Qiu Wuji sighed, “You’re the one who told me to buy those things.”

“That’s why I’m saying you can’t control him. I tell you to buy something, and you just do it without thinking.” Zhu Mengmeng said with a solemn tone, “Fortunately, you’ve always lived at home, so he hasn’t had a chance to cheat. But if you ever need to go on a business trip or visit your hometown, what if there’s a little seductress out there? He’ll eagerly comply, won’t he?”

Qiu Wuji’s eyes started to wander.

“So!” Zhu Mengmeng tapped the juicer next to her. “This strategist believes that what the Emperor needs is not a juicer but a juice princess!”

During the meal, Qiu Wuji couldn’t enjoy the food, her eyes constantly glancing at Chu Ge’s face.

Chu Ge ate with a puzzled expression, thinking that Qiu Wuji was testing whether he would get close to Zhu Mengmeng. So he sat upright and didn’t say a word to Zhu Mengmeng throughout the meal.

Zhu Mengmeng, on the other hand, found the dynamics between them quite interesting and enjoyable. One was twenty-eight, and the other was twenty-five, and yet both of them reminded her of the beautiful and sweet memories of their youth back in school. It was so rare in this world.

Being sensible, she didn’t disturb them any further. After finishing lunch, she bid them farewell and left, giving this adorable couple some space.

Qiu Wuji didn’t bother to insist on keeping her, considering it good enough that she didn’t throw her out directly… Why did she invite this person for a meal? It made her feel restless. It would have been better to invite her mother-in-law instead.

She escorted Zhu Mengmeng to the door, her mind filled with thoughts, and silently entered the kitchen to wash the dishes.

A pair of strong arms embraced her from behind, and Qiu Wuji stiffened for a moment. She didn’t instinctively push him away like the first time but allowed him to hold her quietly.

They were boyfriend and girlfriend now.

Actually, Qiu Wuji quite liked this position, as it made her feel Chu Ge’s genuine attachment and love.

He still rested his chin on her shoulder and softly asked, “What’s wrong? I feel like you have something on your mind today.”

“No, it’s nothing,” Qiu Wuji found an excuse, “It’s just that lying on a bed with a man is too overwhelming for me. It’s too much and makes me feel dazed all day.”

“Come on…” Chu Ge sighed and spoke softly, “If you’re worried about that, let’s just sleep separately tonight… We were just pretending for my mom anyway.”

Qiu Wuji had indeed planned to sleep separately tonight, but when she heard him say it so willingly, she felt a bit uncomfortable. Can’t you at least ask me to stay?

But then Chu Ge continued, “My shoulder is reserved for Qiu Wuji, always waiting for you to rest.”

Qiu Wuji’s slight discomfort vanished instantly, and she huffed, “Well, you can keep waiting. Who wants to rest on your shoulder? You’re thinking too much.”

Chu Ge didn’t take offense and naturally kissed her cheek, continuing to hold her.

Qiu Wuji felt warm and didn’t want to move. She just wanted to stay like this, leaning against him like a kitten, even too lazy to continue washing the dishes. The afternoon sun shone through the window in front of the sink, but she found it glaring and slightly turned her head, leaning into his embrace.

As if getting some kind of signal, Chu Ge lowered his head again and gently touched her lips.

Qiu Wuji’s eyelashes fluttered, and she closed her eyes.

In the kitchen filled with afternoon sunlight, there was silence, and everything was still. Only the soft sound of a young couple’s kiss and barely audible breaths filled the air.