Courtyard houses: Those who are capable are rewarded, and many children bring many blessings.

As for Niu Dazhuang, he didn't have to worry about things at home, but Bai Hongmin's situation was giving him a headache. He didn't know what had possessed this silly girl.

Niu Dazhuang stopped trying to avoid her, and instead, she deliberately waited for him at the cafeteria entrance.

Let's line up for food together, and I'd like to invite you to the library to read some books together tonight!

Niu Dazhuang had seen all kinds of women, and he could tell that this young girl had fallen for him.

He couldn't refuse, but he didn't dare eat either, which made Niu Dazhuang very uncomfortable.

That day, Milan came again, swaying her slender waist.

This time, instead of going to Bai Hongmin, he went directly to the entrance of the boys' dormitory to wait for Niu Dazhuang. Upon meeting him, he immediately began questioning him.

"You guys are being dishonest! You drank all the old wine I brought, and you didn't even wait for me!"

"Did you bring some alcohol with you last time?"

"Of course. Whether you drink it or not, you have to compensate me!"

Niu Dazhuang was already seething with anger, so of course he couldn't let the little girl who had come to his doorstep go.

"Okay, this time we won't eat at school, I'll take you to Old Mo's, are you in?"

"What's there to be afraid of? Just the two of us?"

"Shall we do it?"

Milan scrutinized Niu Dazhuang with her large eyes: "Are you up to no good?"

"How could that be? Don't you believe me? Just tell me if you're going or not!"

"Go ahead, what am I afraid of?"

The two of them each rode a bicycle for more than half an hour before arriving at the Moscow Restaurant.

It's late autumn already, what we eat isn't important. Vodka is a must.

Milan could tell from Niu Dazhuang's practiced ordering and payment that this wasn't his first time there. Niu Dazhuang paid and had just settled down.

Milan then asked, "This is definitely not the first time you've brought a girl here to eat."

Niu Dazhuang was taken aback at first. Then he chuckled and said, "Of course not, you're the second woman besides my wife."

Hearing the term "woman," Milan frowned: "Choose another term. How am I a woman? I'm still a girl, okay?"

Niu Dazhuang leaned forward and whispered cheekily, "Look at you, apart from your slightly chubby face, most married women don't have a figure as good as yours!"

Seventeen or eighteen-year-old girls are really shy; Niu Dazhuang made them blush with just one sentence.

She lowered her head shyly, saying, "No way!" Then she suddenly blurted out, "Between me and Xiaobai, who has a better figure?"

Niu Dazhuang pretended to think for a moment, then said seriously, "Want to hear the truth?"

"Then forget it! Pretend I didn't ask."

"You and Xiaobai are different types, so it's not easy to simply say who has a better figure. Every woman has her own unique beauty."

Take you for example. You have a cheerful personality, although you can be a little short-tempered sometimes, but it's just right. As for looks, you and Xiaobai are equally beautiful and equally attractive.

Milan listened, feeling quite pleased, and asked with pursed lips, "Then... what about her figure?"

"To be honest, I haven't really observed your figures properly yet. I'll have to observe you more carefully before I can make a judgment. As the instructor said, 'No investigation, no right to speak!'"

Milan's face showed disappointment: "Ah, why are you observing so carefully?"

"Hehe, this is my secret, I don't tell just anyone."

"We're friends now, can't you tell me?"

"Of course we can. Let me tell you three criteria first, but it wouldn't be good for outsiders to hear. I'll tell you after we finish eating."

Milan nodded seriously.

The fruit salad was served before the main course, followed by the classic braised beef, creamy baked mixed vegetables, and rye bread with small rolls and butter. Finally, a cup of coffee was served. The grass-based ice cream was a no-go on such a cold day.

Milan followed suit, adding sugar to her coffee and stirring it a few times with a coffee spoon.

She whispered, "I've actually eaten here once before, but it wasn't as good as this time, and it cost me 1.5 yuan per person. The worst part is, I wasn't even full." As she spoke, she looked around, afraid of being overheard.

"Are you full now?"

Milan nodded first, then shook her head. "I could eat another one, but I don't think it's worth it. This is just right."

"Thanks for saving me money. Next time, let's go for something more affordable—roast duck or hot pot?"

I'll tell you when I get out.

After finishing their coffee, the two left the restaurant, each pushing their bicycle.

Milan joked, "Are you trying to say that it's dark and it's not safe for me to go home alone, so you'll take me home?"

"A smart woman."

"You think you can seduce me with just one meal with Lao Mo? Isn't that a bit too fast?" Michelle bluntly stated her opinion.

"Doesn't that last time in the wild count?"

"Of course not, you were the one who treated us that time."

"You seem so familiar with this process, have you dated other men before?"

"Tch! What do you take me for? I look down on those little brats at my school. They don't know anything, all they know is how to fight."

They date more to show off than to be in a relationship. What do they know?

The two of them got on their bicycles and headed towards Michelle's house.

"I'm curious, why don't you date Xiaobai? After all, you're in the same school, so it would be easy for you to meet."

"I'd rather avoid that lady than even think about dating her."

"Can you tell me why?" the two asked as they rode their bikes.

Soon they arrived at the tenement building where Michelle lived.

Milan locked her bicycle, and Niu Dazhuang followed suit. Neither of them spoke.

Milan led the way, with Niu Dazhuang following behind.

Well! This is exactly the time when the neighbors in the tenement building are cooking in the hallway.

Niu Dazhuang felt a chill run down his spine.

Milan turned her head and saw his long face, but didn't say anything, and greeted the neighbors with a smile.

A kind neighbor even warned, "Xiao Mi, don't bring any strange men home!"

"Auntie, he's not a stranger, he's my cousin. He was worried about me, so he came to check on me!"

Well, regardless of gender, if they're willing, they can just spout lies.

Niu Dazhuang followed Mi Xue smoothly into her house.

"Please, make yourself at home. I only have boiled water; would you like some?"

"Never mind, it's too much trouble to go to the bathroom if I drink too much."

"What, how much longer do you plan to stay? I don't dislike you, but being with a married man like you... I still can't get over this mental hurdle. Please wait a bit, until tomorrow when I graduate high school. Give me some time, okay?" Michelle said earnestly.

"Oh, we have to wait until next year?" Niu Dazhuang was getting a little excited.

"Good things come to those who wait! Why are you unhappy about waiting six months?"

"Never mind then, I'll just go back to school to find Xiaobai! She definitely won't need me to wait!" Niu Dazhuang said this deliberately.

"You said you didn't like her on the way here, so why are you going to see her now?"