A god-level beauty system? But I'm already a god-level beauty!

Mu Jingyan and the other two were discussing on the sofa when to try cooking again.

"Next time I want to try sweet and sour pork ribs."

"Sister, I put too much salt in last time..."

"It's okay, I'll just buy measuring spoons this time."

"I think the problem lies in the timing..."

The three heads huddled together, each taking turns speaking, discussing the matter with great seriousness.

Hearing the noise at the door, the three of them turned to look.

The first person to walk in was Shen Ye.

"Oh, everyone's here."

He smiled and shook the key.

Did you leave me any dinner?

"We haven't had dinner yet either."

Mu Jingyan put down the small notebook in her hand, which contained notes on precautions for cooking next time.

"I'm waiting for you to come back so we can go out to eat together."

After saying that, she looked past Shen Ye's shoulder and towards the entrance.

She didn't speak, but her eyes clearly conveyed an inquiring look: Where is she?

Shen Ye smiled, turned to the side, and looked towards the entrance.

"Don't just stand there, come in quickly."

In the shadows of the entryway, a slender figure slowly moved in.

Chu Cihan entered, but he seemed a little uneasy.

Not knowing what to do with his hands, he finally just grabbed his bag strap, stood in the middle of the living room, and looked around at Mu Jingyan and the other two.

After circling around, she gave them a stiff nod.

It's a way of saying hello.

After ordering, he immediately looked down and stared at the wood grain on the floor.

Also.

This morning, she was still standing here, questioning people with barbed words.

But before long, she herself transformed into one of them.

That's a resounding slap in the face.

Anyone would be in trouble if they were in that situation.

but.......

Mu Jingyan and Lin Chunuan clearly didn't intend to make her feel awkward any longer.

Lin Chunuan leaned against the sofa armrest and winked at her.

There was no hostility; it was like seeing an ordinary neighbor coming over for a visit.

Mu Jingyan nodded slightly, which was considered a formal acceptance.

Now that everyone is here,

Mu Jingyan got up and put away the small notebook on the coffee table.

"Let's go eat then."

"Yay!"

Lin Chunuan was the first to jump up, darted to Shen Ye's side, wrapped her whole arm around his shoulder, and hung down, acting coquettishly.

"elder brother--"

"I'm starving!"

"I've been waiting since noon, and my stomach is about to burst. If you don't feed me soon, I'm going to faint on your shoulder."

"What are you dizzy about? You weigh over 100 pounds."

"Where is it over 100 pounds! He weighs 98 pounds!"

"Okay, it weighs 98 pounds. What would you like to eat?"

Shen Ye chuckled and rubbed his sister's head.

"Barbecue!"

Lin Chunuan's eyes lit up, and the answer came out without her even thinking.

"I want the one in the old town, the one that pickles the best!"

Shen Ye turned his head and looked at Mu Jingyan and Mu Jinghuan.

"Where are you two?"

"Can."

Mu Jingyan nodded.

"I want to eat barbecue too."

"Barbecue! Barbecue!"

Mu Jinghuan raised her hand and waved it cheerfully.

All three are here.

Shen Ye's gaze finally landed on the slender figure holding a bag in the corner.

"The Songs of Chu are Cold".

"What about you? Want some barbecue?"

"Whatever..."

Chu Cihan lowered his head, his voice muffled.

"I have no objection."

She seemed afraid that others would think she was an outsider.

"That settles it then."

Shen Ye clapped his hands.

"Let's go, let's have some barbecue!"

............

The group of five set off in a grand procession.

The destination was the old-fashioned barbecue restaurant that Lin Chunuan had been eating at since she was a child.

This is a long-established brand, with plenty of charcoal fire and exceptional marinade. The proprietress even knows the Lin family.

Five people booked a private room.

The seats were arranged by Shen Ye.

He and Mu Jinghuan sat on one side, while Mu Jingyan, Lin Chunuan, and Chu Cihan sat on the other side.

Chu Cihan was caught in the middle.

On the left is Mu Jingyan, and on the right is Lin Chunuan.

This was also intentional on Shen Ye's part.

Put the three of them together, have a meal, clink glasses a few times, hand out tissues a few times, chat a few times—that's how relationships gradually grow closer.

It turns out.

This decision was quite successful.

As soon as the charcoal fire was lit and the slices of meat were laid out, the sizzling sound filled the private room, and the aroma immediately overcame the initial awkwardness upon arrival.

"This one's ready, here you go."

Mu Jingyan picked up a piece of slightly charred pork belly and placed it on Chu Cihan's plate.

"......"

Chu Ci's chopsticks trembled.

"Ah, thank you..."

"It's not greasy when wrapped in lettuce."

Mu Jingyan demonstrated it once, her movements elegant.

"Um."

Chu Cihan tried to wrap one up.

She actually knew how to eat it, but pretended not to know in order to please Mu Jingyan.

The aroma of the grilled meat exploded in my mouth, and the marinade was truly exceptional.

She secretly glanced at Mu Jingyan.

The latter was intently flipping the meat slices on the baking tray, his profile calm, and he even helped her move the burnt slice aside.

"....."

Lin Chunuan from the other side also came over, holding up a sauce dish.

"This shop's secret sauce is super delicious, do you want to try it? If you can't eat spicy food, order the sweet one on the left."

"...Yes, I want it sweet."

"Come on, let me adjust it for you!"

"Would you like some garlic?"

"Roasted eggplant is delicious, I'll roast some for you!"

"Sister, look at this pork belly. Flip it over when it turns this color, don't burn it..."

The atmosphere in the private room visibly warmed up.

Chu Cihan initially maintained a composed demeanor, responding with "Hmm," "Really?" and "Not bad."

Later, when they arrived, they chatted with Mu Jingyan and Lin Chunuan.

She herself was stunned for a moment.

When did you start talking so much?

When did she start having common topics with these two people?

............

We were full and satisfied.

The five people left the barbecue restaurant and strolled slowly along the road home.

The night breeze was cool, dispelling the lingering smell of charcoal fire from my clothes.

Mu Jinghuan got tired and wanted to be carried on Mu Jingyan's back. Mu Jingyan was good-natured and bent down to carry her forward.

Lin Chunuan and Chu Cihan walked side by side in the middle, still arguing about whether "sweet chili sauce" or "garlic sauce" was the authentic way to grill meat.

Despite the argument, the tone had lost its hostility; they spoke as if they were old classmates who had known each other for many years.

Shen Ye was the last one to finish.

I clasp my hands together behind my head and look up at the night sky.

Sparse starlight came into view.

No matter how bright the city's neon lights are, they can't overshadow those few brightest stars.

There are still many problems to be solved in the future.

How will their respective families get along in the future... one thing after another, none of them are easy to deal with.

The road ahead is long and arduous, filled with tough battles.

but......

Shen Ye looked at the four figures in front of him.

Mu Jinghuan being carried on someone's back, Chu Cihan thawing, Lin Chunuan linking arms with Mu Jingyan...

It was noisy and bustling.

Shen Ye rested his hands on his head more comfortably and smiled slightly.

As long as I'm with them, I have nothing to be afraid of.