Chapter 77 The Return of the Crouching Dragon and the Young Phoenix

With Fu Yingzhou as their helper, the three of them quickly moved out.

The new house is huge, and even Runrun has plenty of space to move around. Shi Shi couldn't help but feel grateful that she bought a house, otherwise she wouldn't even be able to keep her dog! Once the Tibetan Mastiff is an adult, it's not something her small house can accommodate.

As noon approached, Aunt Zhang noticed that Fu Yingzhou was still busy running around, so she quietly nudged Shi Shi.

"Why don't you go and treat them to a meal? It's too messy here to cook."

"Why don't you come with us?"

Aunt Zhang quickly waved her hand: "I'll be finished cleaning up here in a few hours. You can go ahead. I've had some small cakes with me, so I'm not hungry at all."

"Okay, if you're hungry, buy some yourself. This is a housewarming celebration for me, so I have to treat you."

Shi Shi gave a few instructions and then went to have dinner with Fu Yingzhou.

"You recommended the place we ate at last time, how about we try the restaurant I recommended this time?"

Shishi nodded casually: "Sure, but I'll have to treat you this time."

He looked at Shishi with doting eyes and said, "I'll do whatever you say."

Was the overwhelming smell of a married man in the car just her imagination?

The restaurant is called "Good Fish".

As the two walked inside, Fu Yingzhou introduced the restaurant to her, saying, "This place only serves fish. I noticed you really liked fish last time we ate here, so you should try it."

Fu Yingzhou served Shi Shi a bowl of fish ball soup. Shi Shi gently blew on it and took a sip. The rich and delicious flavor instantly spread in her mouth, and the delicate fish balls were incredibly bouncy.

"This fish ball soup is so delicious!" Shi Shi's eyes lit up, and she couldn't help but take another big gulp.

Looking at her satisfied expression, Fu Yingzhou smiled slightly: "The fish balls here are all made fresh, using freshly caught fish, which is why they taste so delicious."

Shi Shi swallowed the fish ball in her mouth and said to him, "How did you find such a delicious restaurant? You have to recommend any hidden gem restaurants you find in the future!"

He's not stupid; he'd recommend it to you so you can come and eat with others.

Fu Yingzhou smiled and nodded: "If you like it, I'll take you to eat at another restaurant tomorrow."

The two chatted as they ate the delicious fish, a warm atmosphere spreading between them. The sunlight streaming through the window shone brightly on them, adding a touch of warmth to their beautiful moment.

After finishing their meal, Fu Yingzhou picked up his car keys and said to Shi Shi, "Want to go for a walk to digest our food?"

Shi Shi patted her full stomach and nodded: "A walk is fine too. Where to go?"

"You just moved to a new place, you'll need to buy some things. How about we go shopping together?"

Shi Shi hesitated for a moment: "Isn't it inappropriate for just the two of us to go shopping?"

"What, are you afraid your boyfriend will misunderstand?" Fu Yingzhou teased.

"I've only been divorced for a short time, where would I get a boyfriend?"

"What a coincidence, I don't have a girlfriend either. Young lady, don't think too much, it'll make you age faster."

Shi Shi still couldn't pay the bill this time; this restaurant, Hao Yu, is members-only. The cost was directly charged to Fu Yingzhou's membership card.

Accompanying a girl shopping is a long-term battle, as those who know, understand. You'll never know how she suddenly jumps from home decor items to a bookstore.

Fu Yingzhou was a man of plans, while Shi Shi was the most imaginative and unrestrained.

The two strolled around until dusk. Their date was interrupted when their phone rang.

"Sis, sis, sis! I'm back! Come visit us tonight! We haven't seen each other in so long, don't miss me too much~"

"No one would miss you, you clingy thing. I don't know how much more carefree you'll be without me." Although she said this, the upturned corners of her mouth showed that Shi Shi was in a good mood. She asked where to meet, said "See you in a bit," and then hung up the phone.

Shi Shi brushed the strands of hair that were blowing in the breeze across her face and said to Fu Yingzhou with a hint of apology, "I'm sorry to have troubled you all day. I have something to do here and I have to go now."

"Shall I take you?"

Shi Shi shook her head. Even if Aunt Zhang had met Fu Yingzhou, it wouldn't matter; she was very tight-lipped and would definitely not tell her parents. But Shen He was different. Shen He wouldn't be a tattletale, but once her little mouth started chattering, she couldn't stop. She was afraid of giving herself a headache from all the noise!

"No need, I'll just take a taxi. You've had a long day, go home and rest early."

Shi Shi didn't hide it much, and Fu Yingzhou knew what she was thinking: she didn't want to reveal her existence to her friends.

It seems...

The revolution is not yet complete; comrades must continue to strive.

After saying goodbye, Fu Yingzhou drove off first. He hailed a taxi. The driver turned to Shi Shi and asked, "Where are you going, young lady?"

"A Promise with Roses".

Rose Rendezvous is a newly opened bar. It's amazing that Shen He is so well-informed; even after being away for so long, he still managed to find a new place to hang out as soon as he returned.

As soon as Shi Shi entered, she received a rose. This is the custom here: if someone takes your rose, it means they can buy you a "drink." It's essentially a more gentlemanly way of striking up a conversation. Interestingly, it's not just women who receive roses; men do too.

Shen He and Xiang Xinran together would definitely be the two most eye-catching people in the crowd. Shi Shi saw Shen He as soon as she entered. After all, it's quite rare to see Lolita fashion enthusiasts clubbing. As the saying goes, where there's a sleeping dragon, there's bound to be a phoenix chick. Right next to her was Xiang Xinran, dressed in Barbie pink.

As the song ended, there was a break between songs. Shen He saw Shi Shi and called out to Xiang Xinran. The three of them went upstairs to a private room to chat.

Compared to the chaotic scene downstairs, the second floor was much quieter.

Shi Shi felt her head, which had been electrified by the DJ, relax.

Has your grandma gone back?

Xiang Xinran was so happy that her mouth almost reached her ears: "The Empress Dowager has returned to the palace."

"Why are you so happy?" Shi Shi asked curiously.

"You have no idea, this time our Crown Prince broke the Empress Dowager's heart. The old lady went back in tears."

Even Chen He became interested this time, his eyes shining like radar as he stared at her: "Tell me quickly, tell me quickly, did Aunt He unleash her great power?"

Xiang Xinran picked up her wine glass and swirled the red wine inside. She said with feigned profundity, "My mother was just kindly reminding me. She told my grandmother that my brother is getting old and it's time for him to get married."

"Your grandmother isn't choosing a bride for the Crown Prince, is she?"

Xiang Xinran gave Shen He a knowing look: "The old lady went to all of my dad's friends' daughters. And they all picked only daughters. It's hilarious. She had such a good idea, thinking she could let my brother live off two families' wealth. Too bad, no one is stupid."

"And then?" Shi Shi looked just like a badger in a melon patch.