Doctor and His Glamorous Sister-in-Law

However, as he left, Liu Ergou thought to himself, When I get the chance, I have to buy Lu Shuangyue a new dress.

Soon, Liu Ergou left the hotel. As a cold wind blew through the streets, the slight alcoholic buzz he had felt vanished without a trace.

Just as Liu Ergou was about to hail a cab, a woman's voice suddenly rang out from behind him.

"Is that you? Liu Ergou!"

Hearing his name, Liu Ergou turned to look. Before him was a woman in a leather jacket and pants, perched on a motorcycle with her helmet on. Her figure was stunningly curvaceous.

Seeing this woman, Liu Ergou raised an eyebrow and searched his memory. He was certain he didn't recognize her.

"Uh... may I ask who you are?" Liu Ergou inquired politely.

Seeing his puzzled expression, the woman on the motorcycle grew a bit impatient. She quickly took off her helmet, revealing a delicate face beneath it, adorned with heavy makeup.

"It's me! Don't tell me you've forgotten! It was that day in the mall. I fainted, and you saved me."

With that reminder, Liu Ergou immediately recalled.

So it was her! I didn't recognize her with the helmet on.

"Oh, I remember now! It's you! How have you been? Is everything alright?"

Seeing that Liu Ergou finally recognized her, the woman breathed a sigh of relief. She revved her motorcycle, pulled up in front of him, and patted the seat behind her.

"Liu Ergou, where are you headed? I'll give you a ride!"

Hearing this, Liu Ergou glanced at the woman, then at the back of the motorcycle, and couldn't help feeling a bit awkward.

The motorcycle seat is so small, and I'm a pretty big guy. If I get on, I'll be pressed right up against her. If it were someone I knew well, like Shuangyue, I definitely wouldn't refuse. But I've only ever treated this woman's illness.

Seeing his hesitation, the woman immediately pulled a second helmet from her storage box and thrust it into his hands.

"Stop dilly-dallying! A big man like you? Get on!" she insisted. "My name is Fu Ya! I'm 29. How old are you?"

"Twenty-three," Liu Ergou answered truthfully.

Upon hearing this, Fu Ya's spirits lifted instantly.

"Hahaha, I'm older than you! You'd better call me Big Sis!"

Liu Ergou didn't say anything in response. He simply put on the helmet and quietly sat behind Fu Ya, trying to maintain some distance between them.

Just then, Fu Ya spoke again. "Little brother Ergou, hold onto my waist. You can't just sit back there without holding on."

Liu Ergou shook his head and refused. "That's not really appropriate. I'll be fine like this, trust me!"

Fu Ya was startled for a moment, then she laughed and teased him. "Seriously, little brother Ergou, why are you so shy? Have you never even dated before? I'm telling you, a motorcycle is different. You have to hold my waist, or you'll be sorry!"

Nevertheless, Liu Ergou still refused.

This left Fu Ya feeling a bit helpless. After warning him one last time, she put on her helmet and started the engine.

The next second, the motorcycle let out a low roar and shot forward like an arrow from a bow. The acceleration was so fast that even Liu Ergou, with his Body Tempering Art, couldn't react in time and was nearly thrown off. Fortunately, his quick reflexes kicked in, and he instinctively wrapped his arms around Fu Ya's slender waist, saving himself from being flung into the road.

Feeling Liu Ergou's hands around her waist, Fu Ya couldn't help but burst into laughter.

"Hahaha! See, little brother Ergou? Now you get it! I wasn't lying to you. Hold on tight, I'm speeding up!"

At that moment, Liu Ergou didn't dare be careless. He clung tightly to Fu Ya, certainly not wanting to be thrown from the motorcycle. As he held on, Fu Ya could feel his thick, powerful arms even through her leather jacket. This made her blush uncontrollably under her helmet.

Despite Fu Ya's seemingly bold nature, she had actually never even held a boy's hand. Liu Ergou was the first man to ever have such close physical contact with her.

Riding Fu Ya's fast motorcycle, they returned to Fengzhu Village in just half an hour.

Getting off the bike, Liu Ergou's legs felt a bit weak. This was my first time on a motorcycle. I had no idea they could be so fast.

Seeing his state, Fu Ya had to stifle a laugh. But then, as if remembering something, she pulled an invitation from her pocket and handed it to him.

"Little brother Ergou, this weekend is my birthday! This is an invitation to my party. You have to come. You're my lifesaver, so you can't be absent!"

Without giving Liu Ergou a chance to argue, Fu Ya revved her motorcycle and disappeared down the road of Fengzhu Village.

Liu Ergou, meanwhile, pocketed the invitation. He thought about the date and realized it was Friday, meaning Fu Ya's birthday was just one day away.

Soon, he returned home. When he got there, his sister-in-law had already gone to rest. Liu Ergou quietly took a cold shower and went to bed, where he quickly fell into a deep sleep.

「At sunrise」

Just as the sun peeked over the horizon, Liu Ergou woke with a start. He dressed and went out into the yard. He found a clean spot, sat down, and began to cultivate the Body Tempering Art. As before, he absorbed the first glimmer of nascent purple qi from the dawn into his body.

The strand of purple qi circulated within him, strengthening his physique. The sensation made Liu Ergou hum softly with his eyes closed. But the feeling was fleeting; in less than half an hour, the purple qi was completely exhausted.

Afterward, Liu Ergou opened his eyes, stretched his body, and started to prepare breakfast. Since I'm up early, I won't trouble my sister-in-law with cooking. Plus, after we eat, I can get some work done in the fields.

Soon, it was broad daylight, and Xu Yulan got up. When she emerged, she was surprised and delighted to see the breakfast Liu Ergou had already prepared. The two ate together, then put on their straw hats, grabbed a jug of water and a hoe, and prepared to head to the fields to weed.

Just as they were about to leave, Little Rou, who had only returned home two days ago, came running over, crying. This left Liu Ergou puzzled, wondering what was wrong with her.

Before Liu Ergou could even speak, Little Rou blurted out, "Er Gou, you have to help me!"