Siheyuan: A Very Happy Era

Chapter 655 Can I take a look?

In fact, everything Li Guoqiang did before was exactly as Ruan Mu Ning said: his purpose was to test Gu Lingfei, his dining companion.

One reason for this is the fate that brought them together.

On the other hand, it was also because he admired Gu Lingfei's appearance, figure, personality, and heart.

If possible, he wouldn't mind having a straightforward relationship with Gu Lingfei; it all depends on Gu Lingfei's choice.
Not long after, to the somewhat surprised looks of Ruan Mu Ning and Gu Ling Fei, Li Guoqiang finally put down his chopsticks after finishing the third plate of food.

"I'm sorry! I have a big appetite, I've kept you waiting."

"It's okay, it's okay. Men's appetites are definitely bigger than ours!" Upon hearing this, Ruan Mu Ning immediately found a reasonable excuse for Li Guoqiang, completely ignoring the fact that Li Guoqiang's appetite was almost comparable to those of competitive eaters.

“That’s right, you don’t need to worry about us. Eat for as long as you want.” Gu Lingfei nodded and said after hearing Ruan Muning say that.

At the same time, after some deep thought and analysis of what Ruan Mu Ning said, she was able to roughly see that Li Guo Qiang seemed to have ulterior motives.

However, she still couldn't quite understand what Li Guoqiang was trying to do.
Surely they can't expect her to stay with Li Guoqiang for life just because of this one big order, right?
"Forget it, I can't eat anymore. Do you still want to eat? If not, let's leave!" Li Guoqiang shook his head and then asked with a chuckle.

After he finished speaking, he saw that Ruan Mu Ning and Gu Ling Fei both shook their heads, so he stood up and walked out of the restaurant.

Upon seeing this, Ruan Muning and Gu Lingfei naturally got up immediately and followed behind.

Immediately afterwards, Li Guoqiang showed no intention of continuing the second half and sent Gu Lingfei back directly.

Gu Lingfei got out of the car and looked at Ruan Muning, who was still in the car, with a look of doubt in her eyes.

As far as she knew, Ruan Mu Ning lived closer to her than she did, so why was she sent back first?

"Feifei, you should go back first!" Seeing the doubt in Gu Lingfei's eyes, Ruan Muning didn't intend to explain, and just gave a perfunctory reply.

After saying that, before Gu Lingfei could say anything, Li Guoqiang lightly stepped on the gas and drove off in his Panamera.

Gu Lingfei watched the taillights of the car gradually disappear into the distance. Her lips moved as if she wanted to say something, but in the end, she didn't say anything.

She vaguely felt that she had missed something.
Soon, Li Guoqiang drove Ruan Mu Ning back to her residence, and as soon as he parked, he unlocked the car door, seemingly unaware that he had taken a longer route.

Seeing this, Ruan Muning felt a slight tightness in her heart. She then pursed her lips, brushed a strand of hair behind her ear, and lowered her head slightly as she said, "Brother Qiang, you've been driving for so long, would you like to come up and have a cup of tea?"

"Oh? Is this convenient?" Li Guoqiang raised an eyebrow and asked with a hint of amusement.

"It's convenient. I live alone, so there's no such thing as convenient or inconvenient. I'm just afraid you'll think my place is too small," Ruan Mu Ning said with a slight smile, her words carrying a double meaning.

"No, how could that be? The size of the house isn't important; what matters is whether it's clean and comfortable to live in." Li Guoqiang chuckled to himself, then spoke with a similarly ambiguous tone.

“Then you don’t need to worry. Although I rent this house, I’m usually quite diligent.” Ruan Mu Ning’s heart skipped a beat, and then she said earnestly.

The implication is that although she wasn't a virgin, she was still quite innocent.

“Okay, since you’ve said so, I’ll definitely go up and see for myself.” Li Guoqiang nodded and agreed immediately.

After saying that, before Ruan Muning could say anything, he gently stepped on the gas and drove the car into a parking space.

Following that, led by Ruan Muning, he chatted with her about investment matters while taking the elevator upstairs.

Although Ruan Muning is a high-earning professional with an annual income of at least 200,000 to 300,000 yuan, the apartment she rents is not very good; it can only be described as average.

This shows that she is not a vain girl.

Perhaps some might say, if she's not a vain girl, why would she decide to offer herself for money?

The reason is actually quite simple: not being vain doesn't mean she doesn't love money.

However, she spent the money on other things.

As for where that place is, that remains unknown.

"Wow! I didn't expect you to decorate the house so beautifully!" Li Guoqiang walked into Ruan Mu Ning's house and couldn't help but show a look of surprise when he saw the various decorations full of girlish and artistic atmosphere.

He never imagined that Ruan Mu Ning, who dressed and acted so boldly and avant-gardely, had such an innocent and carefree little girl inside.

That's quite a contrast!

"Then what kind of house do you think I should live in?" Ruan Mu Ning smiled slightly, then asked in return while bending down to change her shoes.

Whether intentionally or unintentionally, she happened to have her back to Li Guoqiang, allowing him to see the most beautiful scenery at a glance.

"I think the house you live in must be a spider's web cave," Li Guoqiang replied with a chuckle as he admired it.

"Heh! I'm sorry to disappoint you, I don't have that many good sisters here!" Ruan Mu Ning chuckled, then gently slipped her small feet, encased in stockings, into slippers, and didn't forget to bring Li Guo Qiang a brand new pair of women's slippers.

"I'm sorry, I don't have any men's slippers here. I'll have to make do with these for now!"

“It’s alright, I was just wondering what it feels like to wear women’s slippers anyway.” Li Guoqiang raised an eyebrow and then readily changed his shoes.

"So how are you feeling?" Ruan Mu Ning couldn't help but ask curiously upon hearing this.

“It feels quite tight!” Li Guoqiang looked directly at Ruan Muning and then answered seriously.

"That must be because your feet are too big!" Ruan Mu Ning's eyes narrowed, and then she looked down.

As for whether she was looking at feet or something else, we don't know.

"It is indeed a bit too big." Li Guoqiang nodded, looking completely convinced.

"Can you wear it? If you can't, don't change it. I'll have to clean it anyway." Ruan Mu Ning pursed her lips and asked softly.

"Yes, look, it's in, isn't it?" Li Guoqiang exerted a little force and inserted more than half of his foot inside.

"Heh! Then don't stretch your shoes out!" Ruan Mu Ning chuckled, her eyes sparkling.

"No, I think these shoes are of good quality!" Li Guoqiang didn't look at the shoes, he only looked at Ruan Muning.

"That's good, please come in! I'll make you some tea!" Ruan Muning turned her head slightly to avoid Li Guoqiang's gaze, and then took the lead in stepping into the house.

Seeing this, Li Guoqiang didn't say anything more. He simply put on the women's slippers and sat down on the sofa.

Soon, Ruan Muning brought Li Guoqiang a cup of lemon tea.

"No, this is the tea you brewed?" Li Guoqiang was immediately amused by Ruan Muning when he saw it.

“Yes! I don’t usually have many customers, so I’m afraid you’ll have to make do with this.” Ruan Mu Ning nodded and explained. “Alright! I’m thirsty too.” Li Guo Qiang picked up his teacup, took a small sip, and tasted the sweet and sour flavor.

"Um, I'm all sweaty. Please sit down for a while, I'll go change my clothes." Seeing that Li Guoqiang was still sitting there calmly, Ruan Mu Ning decided to show her sincerity first.

After saying that, she turned and went into the bedroom, then took a silk nightgown into the bathroom.

Seeing this, Li Guoqiang showed no surprise whatsoever.

From the moment Ruan Mu Ning said "Let's go upstairs for tea," he knew what she was up to.

However, for the time being, he still hasn't decided whether to leave after having tea or to have some food before leaving.

In short, it all depends on how much tea fee Ruan Muning intends to charge.

If the cost is reasonable, then it doesn't matter if he eats and drinks.

However, if the cost exceeds the market price, then he will have to think about it carefully.

Shortly after, with a "plop" sound, Ruan Muning walked out of the bathroom, her clothes steaming.

When the moisture dissipates, what comes into view is a black and white scene.

The black item is pajamas, and the white item is her face.

"Brother Qiang, I'm sorry to have kept you waiting." Ruan Mu Ning walked to Li Guo Qiang's side, slowly sat down, and then crossed her legs, revealing her red toenails.

"Hey? Where did you get your toenails done? They look really nice. Can I have a look?" Li Guoqiang asked with admiration after taking a look.

"Here, take it!" Upon hearing this, Ruan Muning immediately turned to the side and placed her foot in front of Li Guoqiang.

Upon seeing this, Li Guoqiang immediately began to examine it carefully.

Then, as he looked at it, he suddenly noticed that his bright red toenail had flashed with a black tinge, as if it had immediately concealed something dirty.

So he gently tried to pry it off.

"Hmm?" Ruan Muning exclaimed softly, seemingly somewhat puzzled.

“Your place is dirty, let me clean it for you!” Li Guoqiang glanced at Ruan Muning, then explained softly.

"Okay, then keep an eye on it and don't break it. It cost me a lot of money when I got it done before," Ruan Muning said with some concern.

"Don't worry! If you mess it up, I'll cover all your future toenail repair costs," Li Guoqiang said with a smile, making a very generous promise.

"Really? I spend at least five or six hundred thousand a year doing this! Are you sure you've covered it all?" Ruan Muning raised an eyebrow and asked with some disbelief.

"Okay, based on twelve months a year, I'll transfer one month's worth to you now." Upon hearing this, Li Guoqiang immediately took out his phone and transferred 5 yuan to Ruan Muning.

This money is equivalent to more than twice Ruan Mu Ning's salary, enough for her to have her toenails done beautifully.

Upon seeing this, Ruan Muning hesitated.

Although 500,000 to 600,000 a year and 50,000 a month seem to be the same.

However, she always felt that something was not quite right.

However, before she could think further, Li Guoqiang had already started working on the problematic toenail, leaving her no room for regret.

"Okay, it's finally done."

After a long while, Li Guoqiang suddenly let go of his hand and chuckled as he spoke.

"All done?" Ruan Mu Ning slowly turned her head, glanced at Li Guo Qiang who was beaming with pride, and then looked at her toenails.

However, because she and Li Guoqiang were looking at it from different angles, she looked for a while but couldn't see anything different from before.

The only thing I could feel was a throbbing pain inside my toenails, as if something was pressing on them.

"Alright, I've been working on you for so long, my clothes are soaked with sweat. Let me go wash up and come back to check if there are any problems with your other toenails." Li Guoqiang didn't care what Ruan Mu Ning was thinking at this moment, and simply said this before getting up and going into the bathroom.

As Ruan Mu Ning watched Li Guoqiang's figure disappear behind the door, she picked up her phone to check the payment notification, then looked at her ten toenails side by side, and couldn't help but feel a little worried.

If it were any other toenail, Li Guoqiang would have caused it to swell and hurt, so wouldn't she be unable to wear shoes tomorrow?
Thinking about this possibility, she suddenly felt a little regretful, regretting that she had asked Li Guoqiang for a lower price before.

After all, besides the cost of getting your toenails done, there's also the cost of treating the injury!

I don't know what's wrong with Li Guoqiang. It's one thing to have such a big appetite, but he's also so interested in toenails and keeps studying them.

If Gu Lingfei were here, it would be great if she could share the burden with her!
As she was thinking, Ruan Mu Ning suddenly thought of Gu Ling Fei, who was planning to get her toenails done with her, and then thought that she must bring Gu Ling Fei along next time.

Just as she was about to send a message to Gu Lingfei to ask for her opinion, Li Guoqiang came out of the bathroom and stared at her second toenail with predatory intent.

That look had the fervor and perseverance of a scientific researcher.

Upon seeing this, Ruan Muning's heart jumped into her throat, and she asked with some concern, "Um, why don't you rest for a bit?"

"No need, I'm not tired right now. Besides, your toenails are so beautiful. Look at the color, look at the curve, they're simply a masterpiece of nature." Li Guoqiang shook his head and said with admiration.

"Alright then!" Upon hearing this, Ruan Mu Ning had no choice but to let Li Guo Qiang go.

Although she was a little worried, she had already accepted the money!
Now that she's the service provider and Li Guoqiang is the client, how could she dare refuse the client?

"No, what did you just call me?" Li Guoqiang suddenly stopped and asked, somewhat puzzled.

"father!"

"louder please!"

"father!"

"Louder!"

"father!"

"Hey!"

(End of this chapter)