NOVEL NEXT Chapter 379 What Do You Want to Eat_2
"Damn, isn't that the guy who was playing the ring toss this morning?"
"For real. He was the same way with the ring toss this morning, didn't miss a single time."
"He's handsome, too, and so skilled. He's incredible."
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Listening to the comments, the stall owner glanced at the departing figures of Xia Liang and his group, then silently wiped the non-existent cold sweat from his forehead.
He truly hadn't expected to run into them. He couldn't help but feel fortunate about his decision today. After all, he had only lost one toy, whereas the ring toss stall owner nearly had his entire stand emptied out.
"Xia Liang, you're so amazing!" Chang Ge exclaimed.
At her words, Xia Liang remained perfectly calm. "Am I? I hadn't noticed."
"Of course you are! Look, you know medicine, you can act, you understand chess, and you're even incredible at games like ring toss and shooting." Chang Ge ticked off his skills on her fingers as she spoke.
"It's nothing special," Xia Liang replied, looking completely relaxed.
"Of course it is! How could Xia Liang not be amazing? He has to be, to be our Little Tangtang's uncle, right, Little Tangtang?" Wen Qiong quickly changed the subject, seeing that Xia Liang didn't want to elaborate.
Little Tangtang was turning the Barbie doll over and over in her hands, not even looking up. "Right. Uncle Xia is the most amazing."
It was obvious that in just one day, Xia Liang had completely won over the little girl. This was a toy her uncle had won for her, and she liked him the best. At that thought, she leaned over and planted a loud kiss on Xia Liang's cheek.
"Haha, you naughty girl! You got my face all slobbery," Xia Liang laughed.
"Hehe!" Watching Little Tangtang giggle foolishly, the others chuckled along with her.
Seeing that no one wanted to press the matter, Chang Ge let it drop. "Little Tangtang, did you have fun today?"
"I had fun!"
"So, what was the best part of your day?" Wen Qiong couldn't resist teasing her after hearing such a loud and happy reply.
"There were so many fun things! Coming to the amusement park with Uncle Xia and Sister Wen Qiong, getting lots of toys, meeting Sister Chang Ge, and—most importantly—eating really, really yummy food! I'm so stuffed!" After saying her piece, Little Tangtang even rubbed her little belly.
"Stuffed? Didn't I rub your tummy at noon? Is it still upset?" Xia Liang raised his eyebrows when he saw her gesture.
"It's not upset! It was just yummy!" As she spoke, Little Tangtang licked the corner of her mouth.
"Haha, who knew our Little Tangtang was such a little glutton," Chang Ge teased.
"I am not! I only eat yummy things."
Listening to their conversation, Wen Qiong grew a little concerned. "Little Tangtang, how about we skip dinner tonight, okay?"
"No way! We have to eat! We promised Xia Liang, and we can't go back on our word!"
"You little munchkin, trying to drag me into your greedy plans?" Xia Liang rolled his eyes. The little girl had actually remembered her invitation for him to come to her house for dinner.
"Alright then, we'll eat at home tonight," Wen Qiong conceded. "But Little Tangtang, you have to eat a little less, or you'll get a tummy ache and won't be able to sleep."
"Okay! Sister Wen Qiong is coming to our house for dinner!" When Little Tangtang heard Xia Liang agree, she turned to Wen Qiong. Seeing her nod, Little Tangtang grinned proudly, flashing her little fangs.
Listening to their conversation, Chang Ge knew that even after everything that had happened today, she was still an outsider. Besides, after her earlier probing questions, she felt too embarrassed to suggest joining them for dinner.
But they had only just met. She figured that once they knew each other better, it would be fine for her to suggest a visit. Having come to this conclusion, Chang Ge stopped dwelling on it.
"So, are you heading home now?" she asked. "I wonder if we'll have a chance to meet again."
Xia Liang looked up at the sky, noting it was getting late, and then glanced at Wen Qiong. After she nodded, he replied, "Yeah, the amusement park is about to close, so we're heading home now." He then turned back to Chang Ge. "We'll see each other again if it's meant to be. I'm looking forward to your TV series."
"Haha, that's right! You even have a part in my show. But don't you worry, I'm confident this historical drama will be a huge hit because of you."
"I hope so," Xia Liang said. "It's getting late, so we'll be going. Goodbye."
"Okay, goodbye, Xia Liang."
Wen Qiong watched Little Tangtang act like a little adult, leaving Xia Liang speechless, and found the sight amusing.
"Little Tangtang, there's no need to buy anything special, you know. Have you forgotten? Your aunt isn't a picky eater. I can eat anything," Wen Qiong said.
"We should still go to the supermarket for a look," Little Tangtang insisted. "Maybe we'll find something you guys like!"
Hearing Little Tangtang's plea, what could Xia Liang do? A little girl this cute simply had to be spoiled.
"Yay, yay! Uncle Xia is the best!"
"Only because I do what you want. Oh, Little Tangtang, I've seen right through you now."
Hearing Xia Liang's words, Wen Qiong and Little Tangtang couldn't help but chuckle. Little Tangtang even covered her mouth as she shot a smiling glance at Wen Qiong.
The three of them got into the car. Listening to the playful sounds from the back seat, Xia Liang smiled faintly and shook his head, amused.
Before long, they arrived at a supermarket.
"Little Tangtang, let's get this straight," Wen Qiong said, picking up a shopping basket and looking at her sternly. "We're here to buy ingredients. You're not allowed to grab any junk food."
The little girl, who had been bouncing with excitement just a moment before, instantly deflated. "Alright... I won't grab any."
Hearing her promise, Wen Qiong took her hand and led her inside. Xia Liang gave her head a comforting pat. Little Tangtang looked up and saw his reassuring eyes, and a smile returned to her face, restoring the joyful atmosphere.
Looking at the dazzling array of various products in the supermarket, Wen Qiong asked, "See anything you feel like eating?"
"Um, I'm not sure. Should we just browse for now?" Xia Liang wasn't sure where to start. Confronted with the sea of people, he felt a bit lost, as he rarely went to the supermarket.
Wen Qiong thought for a moment. "Then let's head to the fresh produce section first. Just point out anything you see that you like."
"Okay!"
Seeing both the big guy and the little girl readily agree, Wen Qiong led them toward the fresh produce area. The assortment of vegetables, meats, and seafood was truly overwhelming.
Xia Liang followed behind them holding the basket, and in no time at all, they had filled it to the brim. "You two keep looking. I'll go grab a shopping cart."
Only when they heard his voice did Wen Qiong and Little Tangtang snap out of their shopping reverie. "Ah, it's full already?"
Wen Qiong felt a bit embarrassed; she had gotten carried away and grabbed too much without realizing it. Seeing that Little Tangtang still looked a bit eager to continue, Xia Liang said, "It's no problem. I'll just go get a cart." He was a little surprised the little one was so enthusiastic, even in the fresh produce section.
Seeing him about to leave, Wen Qiong quickly shook her head. "No, don't! This is already way too much. We won't be able to finish it all, and it would be a shame if it went bad."
Little Tangtang quickly chimed in, "Eat good food, not bad food! Eating bad food is unhealthy!"
Hearing this, Xia Liang reconsidered. "Alright, then. Is there anything else you want? If not, we can head out."
"Auntie, can I have some oranges? Oranges aren't junk food," Little Tangtang asked.
"Of course you can."
Seeing the hopeful look in Little Tangtang's eyes, they made their way to the fruit display.
"Xia Liang, what do you want?" Wen Qiong asked.
"Let's just get some oranges. Little Tangtang likes them."
Xia Liang wasn't picky. Seeing this, Wen Qiong decided, "Then we'll get some oranges and some apples, and that will be all."
With that, Wen Qiong picked out some apples. Adding them to the oranges Little Tangtang was holding, the group headed for the checkout.
A handsome man and a beautiful woman naturally draw extra glances, and with an adorable little girl like Little Tangtang with them, they attracted even more attention.
"Hey, look at that little girl up front. She's so cute."
"She really is."
"Do you think our kids will be like her?"
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Listening to the young couple behind them praise Little Tangtang, Wen Qiong swelled with pride. Xia Liang found her look of basking in reflected glory rather amusing. "She's not your child. What are you so proud of?"
Seeing it was his turn to pay, he quickly moved forward.
His casual words left Wen Qiong standing there, her face flushing red. She didn't know where to put her hands. She already had a very favorable impression of Xia Liang, so she was secretly delighted when others mistook them for a family.