Urban Life: I Just Want To Work Hard!

Chapter 154: Good Children Get Candy

Pei Xue, who was ignorant of the ways of the world, widened her innocent eyes, making Li Mubai feel a hint of guilt.

Fortunately, Li Mubai's face was deceptive enough.

With his hands in his pockets, Li Mubai innocently looked at her and said, "It's a forum I used to frequent, and I got to know them through the moderator. They have similar interests to yours."

Pei Xue blushed like a big apple and dared not look at Li Mubai's expression.

Pretending not to notice Pei Xue's uneasy appearance, Li Mubai continued, "Shall I tell you a joke?"

Pei Xue obediently sat down, indicating that she would listen attentively.

This was a joke Li Mubai had heard in his previous life, and it left a deep impression on him. "Once upon a time, there was an old man who was very wealthy. He married a young and beautiful young woman. From then on, they made love every night until the early hours of the morning. Do you understand the meaning?"

Pei Xue seemed to feel that it wasn't good to always be passive, so she raised her slender neck and pretended to be knowledgeable. "Isn't it about the movement on the bed? I know, I'm a quick learner!"

Li Mubai wasn't annoyed and continued, "As time went on, the old man became bedridden and couldn't get up anymore. The young woman hurriedly called the doctor. After examining his pulse, the female doctor told the old man that his bone marrow was depleted and only his brain marrow remained."

Pei Xue immediately blushed... and only heard Li Mubai's final words.

"Who would have thought that the old man would suddenly sit up from the bed and ask, 'Hey, how many rounds can the brain withstand in battle?'"

Pei Xue couldn't help but burst into laughter.

After a while, she looked up at Li Mubai's profile and said, "You... you... you know that Xiao Qing was praising you, right... You're so naughty."

Li Mubai leaned back on the sofa and shrugged his shoulders, staring at the ceiling. "Men who aren't naughty won't be loved by women."

Imitating Li Mubai's manner, Pei Xue finally dared to sit comfortably on the ridiculously soft sofa.

She understood the meaning behind Li Mubai telling her jokes, and Li Mubai could see that she was nervous.

In fact, she was very nervous.

Apart from this face, she felt unworthy of Li Mubai's kindness.

Even until now, she still felt like she was dreaming.

Her pair of canvas shoes, washed to a pale white, probably never imagined that she would be stepping on a one-square-meter space equivalent to a small apartment in a third or fourth-tier city.

Since entering this house, she had been extremely cautious.

Zhou Ziqing was right, Li Mubai was really good.

She felt that she had performed well enough, but Li Mubai still used the most sincere way to cushion her self-esteem.

Carefully, Pei Xue tugged at Li Mubai's sleeve and handed him the key and access card.

Li Mubai turned his head and smiled. "What's wrong? Having second thoughts?"

Pei Xue obediently smiled and shook her head. "No, I'm just not stupid. Even if this house is great, I won't be able to afford it. If it were a one-million-dollar small apartment, I would definitely pester you to help me with the property transfer tonight."

Li Mubai pressed her hand down and once again used his index finger to lift her chin, forcing her to look into his eyes.

Then he pinched her cheek, just like a three or four-year-old child, with smooth and flawless skin that couldn't find any flaws from any angle.

"If I say it's for you, then it's for you. Although I'm too lazy to go out and make money, I keep my word. This house is under my name, so if I say it's yours, then it's yours.

Originally, I wanted to spend a few days getting to know each other before saying these things, but since you brought it up, I'll make it clear. If you follow me, don't think about those unnecessary things anymore.

Just listen to me obediently and don't have any involvement with other men outside. I will discover your future and potential in which field earlier than you, and I will arrange the path you can take."

Pei Xue nodded, clearly having some realization.

After a short while, she spoke up.

"I will be very obedient. Can I ask you one more question?"

"Ask, but only one. I will answer truthfully."

"Do you have someone you love? Who is it?"

Looking into Pei Xue's eyes, Li Mubai fell into rare silence. If there was any question he didn't want to answer truthfully, this question would definitely be at the top of the list.

"No, I only love myself."

Looking at Li Mubai's calm eyes, a strange light flickered in Pei Xue's eyes.

It was within reason, but unexpected at the same time.

She had speculated whether it might be Yun Wuyue, as mentioned by Zhou Ziqing, but having an answer was enough.

Unexplainable.

However, she felt relieved in her heart.

She reached out and held Li Mubai's hand, and this time, Pei Xue took the initiative to rest her chin in Li Mubai's palm, giving him a big smile.

Li Mubai nodded in satisfaction.

"Good, why don't you call me 'husband'?"

"Hus...band..."

Li Mubai smiled and rubbed her head.

"Good girl, there's candy for you. Tonight, I'll test your learning achievements."

Pei Xue thought about the content she had just seen and felt a bit embarrassed.

But when she saw Li Mubai standing up, she quickly followed suit.

The target: the bathroom.

...

"I...I...I'll brush my teeth again." Pei Xue's face turned bright red, and she coughed lightly with a hint of grievance, pouting her mouth.

"Alright."

Li Mubai returned to the bedroom and lay down.

After waiting for a while, they started reciting together.

Pei Xue didn't dare to move at all, waiting for Li Mubai's actions with her cheeks blushing.

Nearly half an hour passed before Li Mubai's breathing became steady. Pei Xue then timidly showed her face and glanced at Li Mubai.

It was unclear whether she was disappointed or feeling something else.

But Pei Xue felt much more at ease, and she relaxed in Li Mubai's embrace.

It wasn't that Li Mubai had turned over a new leaf.

It's just that this little girl still had to go to school tomorrow, and it wouldn't be good if she had trouble walking.

The days ahead were still long.

Moreover, Li Mubai had already taken it easy earlier.

A night of silence.

Li Mubai woke up a bit later the next morning, and the morning alarm clock that Pei Xue was supposed to give him had to be removed from the plan.

He pulled the girl along and taught her how to cook.

It was obvious that Pei Xue had been in charge of the household for a while, unlike the other girls around Li Mubai who didn't touch the kitchen.

Pei Xue did almost all the work, while Li Mubai guided her from the side.

But when they were having breakfast, Pei Xue couldn't help but stare at Li Mubai with admiration.

The taste was so good!

Clearly, only a few small details had been changed, but the taste had completely transformed.

"Eat quickly. Someone will take you to the new school, and you can take a taxi back at noon. I'll continue teaching you how to cook."

"Okay!"

Pei Xue quite liked this daily routine with Li Mubai, and it was obvious that Li Mubai's cooking skills were excellent. Learning from him was her favorite thing.

After finishing breakfast, they carried two insulated lunch boxes downstairs.

Yun Nan was already sitting in the Rolls-Royce, waiting.

"Call her 'Sister Nan'."

Just as Pei Xue hesitated about what to call her, Li Mubai helped her out.

"Sister Nan." Pei Xue quickly and obediently called out.

Yun Nan raised an eyebrow as she looked at Pei Xue's face and nodded at Li Mubai. "Everything is arranged. I'll take her to school first."

"Okay, thank you." Li Mubai nodded in response.

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