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Jiang Chengzhou gave Yan Yuan the key to his house.

When he brought Linlin back, Yan Yuan had already prepared all the ingredients and was just waiting to cook them.

After greeting the brother and sister, he went into the kitchen.

Jiang Chengzhou bought a big watermelon from outside, washed it clean in the sink, cut it into pieces, and tasted it first. "It's quite sweet, Linlin, come and eat."

Seeing that her brother had no sense of responsibility and was leaving Yan Yuan to work alone in the kitchen, Linlin could only sigh and take the watermelon to the kitchen.

Yan Yuan was facing the doorway, stirring the ingredients in the wok.

He was wearing a white shirt today, with the sleeves rolled up above his forearms, revealing a section of his well-defined wrist bone.

"Brother Xiaoyuan," Linlin placed the watermelon in an empty space next to the stove, "Is it too hot? Have a piece of watermelon first."

Yan Yuan glanced at her, his gaze lingering on her face for a moment, and said in a calm tone, "My hands are oily, so it's not convenient."

Linlin hesitated for a moment, then picked up a piece of watermelon and held it to his mouth. "Open your mouth, I'll feed you."

He didn't rush to speak, his gaze unconsciously falling on her hands.

Linlin's hands were slender and delicate, with rounded and graceful fingertips. Pale red watermelon juice clung to her fingertips, creating a contrast of red and white with a hint of pink.

Seeing that he didn't move, Linlin slightly raised her wrist. "Eat."

Yan Yuan lowered his head and took a bite of watermelon. The flesh was sweet and the juice melted on his tongue, bringing a refreshing coolness.

His gaze was lowered, his long eyelashes obscuring the expression in his eyes.

He felt a sly, albeit despicable, joy, but also a touch of annoyance.

Because the girl was so open and honest, she showed no shame even when it came to intimate acts like feeding watermelon.

Yan Yuan didn't know if it was because she hadn't figured things out yet, or because she treated him like an older brother and had no other thoughts.

Yan Yuan finished the watermelon using her hand.

The little girl smiled, her eyes crinkling, "Isn't it sweet?"

"sweet."

"Would you like another piece?"

Yan Yuan chuckled, "Never mind, the kitchen is too smoky, you should go out and rest."

Linlin rinsed her hands under the tap and turned to look at Yan Yuan.

Yan Yuan's throat tightened. "What's wrong? Is something the problem?"

The white shirt he's wearing today is brand new; he even ironed it before coming out, so there shouldn't be any problems.

Linlin's eyes lit up. "Brother Xiaoyuan, wait a moment, I'm going to get something!"

Yan Yuan was puzzled, but felt a mix of anticipation and nervousness.

A little while later, the little girl returned with a blue apron and held it up in front of him.

"You're wearing a white shirt today, it'll get dirty easily while cooking. Let me tie your apron on for you."

Yan Yuan was stunned for a moment, feeling both amused and exasperated.

He put down the spatula and obediently turned around.

Linlin stood on tiptoe and put the apron's drawstring over his head.

The distance between the two people suddenly closed, and Yan Yuan's features became even more profound.

This was the closest they had ever been; their bodies were almost touching, and he could easily smell the girl's delicate fragrance.

He leaned forward slightly, getting closer and closer to her.

Finally, Yan Yuan couldn't resist and placed a light kiss on the crown of her fragrant hair.

This feeling is like stealing a beautiful woman while being a thief...

Yan Yuan came to his senses, his heart filled with helplessness and a bitter smile. He might really have gone mad.

"alright."

Linlin was completely unaware and went around behind him to tie the belt around his waist.

Only when he sensed Linlin step back did Yan Yuan pick up the spatula again, turn his back to her, and take a deep breath.

Jiang Chengzhou was already asleep on the sofa outside.

These days he has to conduct military training for students and catch up on his own courses, so he stays up very late every day.

Linlin didn't disturb him and stayed with Yan Yuan in the kitchen to cook.

She wanted to lend a hand, but Yan Yuan had already prepared everything and wouldn't let her get involved.

Yan Yuan ladled the cooked braised pork ribs onto a plate and casually asked, "I heard from your brother that you want to date?"

Linlin nearly choked upon hearing this, finally blushing and feeling a little awkward. "Why does my brother tell you everything?"

Yan Yuan chuckled softly, placed the plate on the table beside him, and asked, "What kind of guy do you like?"

Linlin lowered her head and thought for a while before answering seriously, "Actually, I don't know, but if someone stands in front of me, I should be able to tell whether I like them or not."

Yan Yuan paused for a moment, then casually scooped a ladle of water into the pot.

"And age?" he asked again, trying to keep his tone casual. "Do you prefer someone older or younger than you? Or someone your own age?"

Linlin rested her chin on her hand. "Hmm, if I like it, it should be fine with me."

"I understand," Yan Yuan replied calmly.

"Brother Xiaoyuan," Linlin quickly explained, "Don't listen to my brother. I'm actually not in a hurry to date at all. It's just that my brother believes everything he hears."

Linlin's standards are demanding and broad, practically nonexistent, but Yan Yuan understands one thing: no matter what, making her like it is the most important thing.

Yan Yuan hummed in agreement and stopped discussing the topic, but in his mind he was thinking about how to seduce a girl.

Linlin woke Jiang Chengzhou up after the food was set on the table.

The three of them sat down around the table to eat.

Yan Yuan has been cooking since he was a child, and he's quite skilled.

After Linlin finished eating, she saw her two older brothers devour their food in a flash.

Yan Yuan was relatively polite, but Jiang Chengzhou was like someone who hadn't eaten for three days, with a huge appetite.

He prepared a huge table of dishes, and he ate most of them by himself.

By the end of the meal, Linlin was getting worried. "Brother, aren't you full?"

"Don't worry, little housekeeper, I can eat another bowl."

Linlin glared at her silly brother, took out some digestive pills from the drawer and handed them to him, "Take two, don't ruin your stomach."

Before leaving, Lin Zhilan left several health-preserving recipes for her elders.

Linlin doesn't like taking medicine, and since she's young, she doesn't need any supplements, so I just prepared a lot of pills for her.

There are all kinds of medicines available, including those for aiding digestion, clearing heat and detoxifying, moisturizing the lungs and relieving coughs.

Jiang Chengzhou raised an eyebrow at Yan Yuan triumphantly and took the pill.

Yan Yuan took a sip of tea, a smile in his eyes.

Jiang Chengzhou has been vying for Linlin's attention since they were little, afraid that Linlin would become closer to him.

He used to regret it, but now he's grateful.

What's so good about being an older brother?

Yan Yuan has had enough of this position; let Jiang Chengzhou continue in it.

After dinner, Jiang Chengzhou volunteered to wash the dishes, while Yan Yuan made an excuse to take Linlin out to water the flowers.

The potted plants in the backyard have been wilting and look half-dead because no one has taken care of them for a while.

Yan Yuan connected the water pipe to the faucet, and water gushed out.

He poured a few drops of water into the flowerpot, then looked at Linlin, "Want to play?"

Linlin's eyes lit up and she nodded quickly.

Yan Yuan carefully handed her the water pipe, then took a step back and walked onto the steps.