Not long after.

Xu Hongdou came downstairs, dressed beautifully.

Xu Hongdou said to Li Haoyu in an annoyed tone, "I'm only wearing normal clothes today. If you still have any expectations, go alone. I won't stop you."

"It's a uniform, and I should only wear it privately at night. It's really not appropriate in this situation."

Li Haoyu turned to Xu Hongdou and gave her a bright smile. "Let's set off now. We have plenty of time, so a little bit more won't make a difference."

He then grinned and moved closer to Xu Hongdou.

"Come here and let me hold your arm for a bit, that way you'll walk more easily."

Xu Hongdou said, "Alright, stop with the nonsense."

"Can we just take a normal walk?"

"What's wrong with this?"

"Isn't this how boyfriends and girlfriends should be? What's the point of having a partner if you don't show affection in public?"

Xu Hongdou didn't want to talk to Li Haoyu.

She lowered her head and walked quickly ahead.

Li Haoyu hurriedly chased after Xu Hongdou.

She's running so fast with her head down and not looking where she's going; something bad is bound to happen sooner or later.

Xu Hongdou was indeed running a bit too fast; she was worried that Li Haoyu would catch up with her.

She twisted her ankle by accident.

Xu Hongdou fell forward.

Fortunately, Li Haoyu suddenly accelerated and arrived in front of Xu Hongdou.

Xu Hongdou landed steadily in Li Haoyu's arms.

"Even if you want to run away, don't get angry with the stone. The stone won't get hurt like you did. I'll be heartbroken if you really get hurt."

Li Haoyu whispered in Xu Hongdou's ear.

Xu Hongdou hurriedly broke free from Li Haoyu's embrace.

Li Haoyu didn't stop her, but this time he grabbed Xu Hongdou's small hand. "Let's walk hand in hand. This time I won't do anything outrageous."

Xu Hongdou still tried to break free from Li Haoyu's grasp, but this time it was to no avail.

Because Li Haoyu's hands were like steel.

"Alright, stop being so temperamental. The final result will be the same anyway. Don't make a fuss now, or you'll just waste a lot of time."

Xu Hongdou tried again for a while.

In the end, she couldn't resist Li Haoyu's insistence and could only let him hold her hand.

Fortunately, Li Haoyu actually kept his word this time.

Next, besides holding hands.

He really didn't do anything.

Li Haoyu and Xu Hongdou walked out side by side.

In the sunlit courtyard, a gentle breeze rustles through the wind chimes, creating a melodious sound. A small dog strolls leisurely in the yard, while a kitten stretches lazily, showcasing the beauty of nature.

It truly possesses a leisurely and comfortable beauty, like picking chrysanthemums by the eastern fence and gazing serenely at the southern mountains. ⑥⑨ⓢⓗⓤⓧ .⃝ⓒⓞⓜ

At this moment, Li Haoyu said, "How about it? Aren't you very grateful to me? If you hadn't met me, you'd probably still be moldy in the capital right now."

Xu Hongdou actually thought there was some truth to what he said.

In fact, Li Haoyu has indeed been the biggest variable in my life recently.

If it weren't for Li Haoyu, she really doesn't know what her life would be like. Perhaps she would still be working at the hotel.

However, if she persists for a while longer, she probably won't be able to withstand the pressure from her parents to go on blind dates.

However, Xu Hongdou felt that the most likely scenario was that she would continue to live alone. Rather than finding someone she didn't like, she preferred to live a single life.

Although this idea is somewhat unconventional.

But this is Xu Hongdou's truest thought.

But why did I have to run into Li Haoyu, my nemesis? He's truly an unconventional person, constantly subverting his own beliefs.

Xu Hongdou raised her head and said.

"Actually, it's really nice to have you by my side."

Li Haoyu was surprised by Xu Hongdou's sudden reaction.

He couldn't help but be taken aback.

But seeing Xu Hongdou's serious expression, Li Haoyu couldn't help but chuckle. "Why are you so sweet-talking? Say more, I like to hear it."

Li Haoyu looked at Xu Hongdou and said.

"It's nothing, it's probably just too hot."

My mind went completely blank for a moment.

Xu Hongdou continued.

It has been quite hot lately, mainly because it hasn't rained for several days.

"What's there to be shy about? Is it so hard to admit that I'm great? But you are wearing a bit too much right now, be careful not to get heatstroke."

"Is there anywhere you'd like to go right now? I'll go with you."

Li Haoyu continued to ask her questions.

"I don't have any specific goal. There are so many beautiful things here. I can look at anything!"

Xu Hongdou stretched.

"I've been looking forward to this kind of carefree life for a long time."

"What you said makes a lot of sense. You're definitely my girlfriend." Li Haoyu patted Xu Hongdou's shoulder again.

"And what about you? Don't act like you're only thinking of me!"

"I'll give you a chance this time; we'll go somewhere you're interested in."

Xu Hongdou glanced at Li Haoyu's hand on her shoulder, raised an eyebrow, and said, "I'll give you a little more time. If you don't give me an answer soon, don't blame me for taking back the opportunity."

"That won't do, I've been with you for so long."

"Are you really that cruel to me?"

Li Haoyu looked at Xu Hongdou with pitiful eyes.

Xu Hongdou couldn't help but laugh. "Alright, stop playing the victim. Instead of wasting your time, you should be thinking about where we should go."

"I might really get heatstroke in a little while. 🎄💀 ❻➈𝓼Ĥυ𝔵.ᑕ𝕠𝓂 🐤🐯"

"Can you make a decision sooner?"

Without hesitation, Li Haoyu immediately replied, "Of course I can't miss this opportunity. I already have an idea."

"What are you thinking? You've thought it all through, so why don't you just say it? Are you kidding me again?"

"How could that be?"

"I'm too worried about you to bear the thought of upsetting you."

Xu Hongdou ignored Li Haoyu's sweet talk and simply said, "Then hurry up and tell me your thoughts, otherwise I might not be here in a while."

Do you miss your parents?

"Yeah, they've been in Shanghai for a long time. My sister has been keeping them company. Besides, I can't keep my resignation a secret forever."

Xu Hongdou nodded and said, "So I'm planning to go back and see them after a few more days of playing. I actually miss them a bit."

Li Haoyu said with a grin, "What's so difficult about that? As a prospective son-in-law, I should meet my mother-in-law and then have a couple of drinks with my dad."

Xu Hongdou glanced at this shameless guy.

She was too lazy to say anything in rebuttal.

"Speaking of which, my little red bean, do you have any work plans for the future? If all else fails, you can be my wife. I can offer you a generous salary, which is really quite substantial."

Li Haoyu asked.

"I haven't really thought about this seriously yet... but it's most likely a hotel-related job."

Xu Hongdou said calmly, "I have no intention of becoming a housewife, so you should give up on that idea."

Li Haoyu realized that Xu Hongdou had misunderstood his meaning.

He can't take the blame for this for nothing.

In reality, many people are like Xu Hongdou. Even when overwhelmed by work, they can't let go of it. They have many things they want to do but procrastinate, and in the end, nothing comes of it.

Although Xu Hongdou has the appearance of a cute girl, she is actually a very career-oriented person. She has decisive courage and determination in life, work, and relationships.

Even Li Haoyu admired this.

Under the same circumstances, he might not be able to quit his job to travel.

Li Haoyu hurriedly waved his hand and said.

"Don't get me wrong, when did I ever ask you to be a housewife? I just want to marry you, and if all goes well, we'll get married."

"If things don't go smoothly, we'll get married later. Anyway, my subtext is quite clear: you'll be mine for life."

"You're really good with your mouth..."

However, after hearing this, Xu Hongdou actually felt a little happy.

But she didn't show it.

After all, Li Haoyu is the kind of person who'll be overjoyed if given a little praise, and overjoyed even when not given any. If she were to praise Li Haoyu, Xu Hongdou couldn't even imagine how exaggerated Li Haoyu's attitude would become.

"That's all for later. Now, can you tell me where you want to go?" Xu Hongdou said lazily.

Li Haoyu said nonchalantly, "I heard there's a ranch nearby, how about we go check it out? Let's experience what it's like to be healed by animals."

Xu Hongdou readily agreed to Li Haoyu's suggestion. "That's settled then. I also really like small animals. Let's go see them together this time."

Li Haoyu heard Xu Hongdou say this.

A strange smile appeared on his face.

Seeing this, Xu Hongdou said, "Let me give you a heads-up: this time we're going to see the animals for real. You'd better behave yourself."

"If you continue like before, don't blame me for turning my back on you."

As Xu Hongdou said this, a hint of murderous intent flashed in her willow-leaf eyebrows. "I'm not drunk this time. If I catch you, you're completely finished."

Li Haoyu scratched his head. "Don't worry, Hongdou, how could you have found out about me... No, I mean I'm really innocent this time. I just wanted to see those cute little animals with you."

He was just thinking about how to set a trap for Xu Hongdou.

He actually blurted it out.

Xu Hongdou gave him a half-smile, "I hope you can keep your word."

Li Haoyu chuckled, "Then let's go now, or the animals will all be asleep by the time we get late. We won't be able to see anything then."

"Do you have a favorite animal?"

I like them all.

Xu Hongdou was also very direct, saying, "Then let's set off now, but are there really any ranches around here? Aren't ranches only found in places like NMG?"

"You wouldn't believe it, but our landlord runs a small ranch. If we leave now, it should only take us less than half an hour to get there."

"I look forward to galloping on horseback with you. It would be really nice if we rode together."

"what?"

Xu Hongdou was completely confused by this.

"It's about two people riding horses together across the vast grasslands, galloping freely, feeling like the world is their oyster. Doesn't that sound tempting?"

"Why does something so serious sound so distorted in your mouth?"

Li Haoyu: "..."

"The innocent are innocent, and I think there's absolutely nothing wrong with what I said. Was what I said really so improper?"

Xu Hongdou looked at Li Haoyu with a smile.

"Isn't that right?"

Li Haoyu remained silent for a short while.

He frowned and said, "Could it be because of the wrong posture? Stacking them together can be a bit misleading. Either the woman should be in front of the man, or the man should be in front of the woman."

Xu Hongdou was too lazy to even speak.

But she couldn't help but complain, "Aren't these just stacked together? What's the difference?"

"Is it really necessary for you to try and be clever like this?"

Li Haoyu shook his head. "I'm a very serious person. I'm only like this in front of you, okay? Let's set off first then. You'll understand what I mean when you get there."

"Alright, let's get going now. But don't drive that damn RV of yours."

"Why is that? Isn't the top-of-the-line RV comfortable?"

"Why not use the RV that's already there? Are we really going to take a taxi?"

Li Haoyu asked, somewhat puzzled.

"Don't think I don't know what you're up to. This RV isn't your territory. You start touching me as soon as the door is closed. How am I supposed to concentrate on watching the animals?"

Xu Hongdou glared fiercely at Li Haoyu.

This person was just pretending to be a knowledgeable and successful person in front of me. Now he's completely dropped the act! He's a complete scoundrel. I really don't know how he could have acted so proper before.

The most outrageous thing is that I actually believed him.

This is absolutely outrageous!

Li Haoyu said innocently, "I'm really an honest person, okay?"

"Alright, there's no need for you to fool me anymore."

Li Haoyu could only sigh helplessly, "Alright, let's call a taxi now."

The two of them took a Didi (ride-hailing service) to the ranch.

However, riding an electric car can be really dizzying, especially in this hot and humid weather.

Xu Hongdou's forehead quickly became sweaty.

At this point, Xu Hongdou, who was suffering from motion sickness, didn't care about anything else.

She rested her head on Li Haoyu's shoulder.

Li Haoyu lowered his shoulder slightly so Xu Hongdou could lean back more comfortably. "If you're feeling carsick and nauseous, just sleep for a while. I'll tell you more when we get to the ranch."

"It is indeed a bit uncomfortable, but why don't I get carsick when I ride in your RV?"

Li Haoyu is now certain that Xu Hongdou's mind is indeed unclear.

Otherwise, how could she say something so outrageous?

"Are you kidding me? That RV cost several million at least. Aside from being expensive, some things don't really have any other drawbacks. Basically, the bigger the better!"

Xu Hongdou said somewhat irritably, "Why do you always say such inappropriate things? Is your head filled with these kinds of things?"

Li Haoyu was also helpless this time.

In the past, at least he did it intentionally when he drove.

But this time he really didn't mean it that way.

Li Haoyu sighed heavily. "I didn't expect my image to be so bad in your eyes? I'm such an honest person!"

How could you think of me like that?

"Alright, there's no point in trying to salvage your image. Don't move around; I'm more comfortable leaning against you."

Xu Hongdou didn't care about the Dao.

"Alright."

Li Haoyu agreed without even thinking.

"It's because I like you, as you command."

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