NOVEL NEXT Chapter 31
Chapter 31: Charging for Love! The Protagonist Sees Through the Truth:
Next came the birthday ceremony: lighting candles, making wishes, cutting the cake…
The duo then enjoyed a candlelit dinner together.
Before leaving, Xia Qingge took the bouquet of roses with her.
She had always liked roses, and these 999 were the most beautiful she had ever seen. Most importantly, they were from Uncle Xu.
By the time they walked out of the restaurant, night had already fallen…
Xu Hao was eager to get back and prepare the bunny costume for Su Wanqiu.
But first, he had to take Xia Qingge home.
Chen Mo wandered aimlessly down the street, feeling depressed.
Originally, he had left prison with newfound skills, ready to make a name for himself… to embrace his goddess and kick the rich second generation to the curb.
But he had been met with repeated setbacks. Not only did he fail to get revenge, but he was also humiliated by that rich second generation.
He wanted to get closer to his beloved teacher and goddess, but an old man kept getting in his way. “Xu Hao, right? You better not hurt them, or I’ll make you regret it…”
Whoosh—
A car sped past him.
Chen Mo’s rigorous prison training had given him sharp eyes.
His eyes narrowed. He saw Xia Qingge in the passenger seat, with Xu Hao driving. Not only that…
He noticed Xia Qingge holding a bouquet of roses.
There was no doubt Xu Hao had given them to her. So many people praised Xu Hao, and he thought Xu Hao had a great character… But here he was, flirting with his female subordinates shamelessly.
After his two previous defeats by Xu Hao, Chen Mo looked into his background.
Xu Hao was easy to find information on and had an excellent public reputation.
Donations to charity, a dedicated husband…
Chen Mo felt a bit reassured back then, thinking Xu Hao wouldn’t have any improper intentions toward Teacher Wang Xueying and Xia Qingge.
But now, seeing Xu Hao giving roses to Xia Qingge and her accepting them, he wondered what they were going to do next.
Book a hotel room!
Damn it. Chen Mo immediately sprinted after the car as fast as he could…
[Ding! Chen Mo is furious, emotion points +448]
Xu Hao saw Chen Mo charging after them in the rear-view mirror. His eyes twinkled mischievously. Initially planning to take Xia Qingge straight home, he started driving in circles around the city. A trip that should have taken 10 minutes stretched to half an hour, and he drove at a fast pace…
Chen Mo was determined, trailing the car and inhaling exhaust fumes all the way.
With his strength, he managed to keep up at first, but as time passed, he grew more and more exhausted… Eventually, he was drenched in sweat, gasping for air, and utterly spent.
[Ding! Chen Mo feels hatred, emotion points +668]
…
The car arrived at a residential complex.
“Uncle Xu, this has been the happiest birthday I’ve ever had. Thank you…” Xia Qingge mustered up the courage to express her gratitude to Xu Hao.
Xu Hao smiled. “You’re the daughter of the sea, my niece, and now my capable employee. Celebrating your birthday is perfectly normal.”
Xu Hao stepped on the brakes and waved his hand. “Alright, you should head home now. If you need anything, let me know…”
“Uncle Xu, you’ve never been to my house. Since we’re already at the gate, why don’t you come in for a bit?” Xia Qingge invited as she got out of the car, avoiding eye contact with Xu Hao.
‘Oh my god, Xia Qingge, what are you saying?’
‘My father was probably not home yet, and inviting Uncle Xu over, alone, could lead to…’
‘No, no, no…’
‘Xia Qingge, what are you thinking? Don’t be so filthy-minded about Uncle Xu. With his character, he would never…’
“Come in?”
While Xia Qingge was internally battling her angel and devil, Xu Hao was also contemplating this question. In the end, he decided against it. The timing wasn’t right…
It was clear that this young heroine liked him, but not enough to yield easily. He could probably take advantage of her feelings now, but if she regained her senses later, she would surely regret it…
Risking their relationship for a fleeting moment of pleasure wasn’t worth it.
He planned to groom this young heroine to become his capable assistant.
Moreover, going to Xia Qingge’s home was risky.
If Xia Dahai returned and caught them, it would be a huge mess…
And he still had a tail to shake off.
Xu Hao glanced secretly at the rearview mirror.
A figure, drenched in sweat and exhausted, was watching silently from the shadows.
Besides, he had a protagonist’s stepmother waiting for him at home…
He couldn’t wait to use the bunny costume from his personal stash.
That was enough for today.
He had earned a great deal of favor from this heroine.
“Maybe next time. I have some things to take care of at home. I’ll visit your house another day, just don’t kick me out then…”
Hearing Xu Hao’s refusal, Xia Qingge felt a pang of disappointment but nodded.
Xia Qingge got out of the car and watched Xu Hao drive away. She stood there for a long time, lost in thought.
“Cl… Class monitor…” A hoarse voice came from behind. Xia Qingge found it familiar and turned around.
She saw Chen Mo, drenched in sweat, walking over. Xia Qingge asked in confusion, “Classmate Chen, what happened to you?”
Chen Mo’s face twitched, and he forced a smile. “Nothing, just out for a night run…”
“Oh.” Xia Qingge didn’t dwell on it and turned to go home. “Take care and be safe at night.”
Chen Mo: “…”
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