Chapter 28

Jiang Chen sat in the living room, waiting for his wife and daughter to wake up.

Shen Mingyou soon got up, as she hadn’t slept well. 

“Are you done with the company stuff?” she asked, knowing how busy Jiang Chen usually was. He rarely rested, even during the Chinese New Year. Recording the program took several days, and finding time was tough.

“I’m done,” Jiang Chen replied, watching her.

Shen Mingyou unpacked their suitcase, putting away frequently used items. They arrived too late to properly set up, so they only changed the sheets and quilts.

Jiang Chen helped with the chores.

“Hang up Nian Nian’s clothes so they don’t wrinkle.”

“Okay,” Jiang Chen said, following her instructions.

[Look, Brother-in-law Youzi’s eyes are always on Sister Youzi. It’s like his gaze is glued to her.]

[It happened! When Sister Youzi stood up, her forehead touched Brother Youzi’s shoulder.]

[Oh, I saw it. Brother-in-law Youzi even touched the spot on his shoulder where Sister Youzi touched. Hahaha, Mr. Jiang, you just want to be close to your wife, right?]

[Ahhh, this couple is just packing things, but it’s exciting to watch. Mr. Jiang stood up and almost threw his wife down!]

Haha, the friends in the comments are so intense. I almost felt like I was watching a dating show instead of a baby-raising show. Everyone is busy shipping sugar. Am I the only one waiting to ship the father-daughter relationship between President Jiang and Xiao Niannian?

[Nian Nian, get up quickly. Dad is waiting for you.]

Actually, Shen Mingyou and Jiang Chen didn’t do anything special. It was just a normal conversation between an ordinary couple. But the audience was like holding a magnifying glass, trying to find sweetness in their interaction.

The picture of Shen Mingyou and Jiang Chen together was very striking. In the first scene, one was lying on the bed and the other was standing, with baby Nian Nian there. The impact wasn’t as strong. But now, with the two standing together, they look perfectly matched—handsome man and beautiful woman. It’s a perfect match, full of tension!

Some couples have such charm that just a glance makes their fans excited, especially if they’re real couples.

Since they don’t show much affection publicly, fans can only enjoy the sweetness from their interactions.

After cleaning up, Shen Mingyou took the gifts she had prepared to visit the family living there.

The show arranged a small farmyard for her. The owner lived in the main house, and Shen Mingyou stayed in a side room. It had one bedroom, one living room, a bathroom, and air conditioning, which was considered very good for this small village.

As she was about to go out, Jiang Chen said, “I’ll go with you.”

“No need,” Shen Mingyou said, taking the gift herself. “Nian Nian should be waking up soon. You stay here and watch over her.”

Jiang Chen had to sit down again.

When Nian Nian woke up from her nap, she saw that her mother wasn’t in the room.

[Nian Nian finally woke up. Go comfort your old father’s wounded heart.]

Haha, Youzi’s husband looks so pitiful. His expression was so sad when Youzi left him.

Nian Nian got up from bed, opened the door, and went to the living room. There she saw someone sitting there.

It’s Dad.

Mom isn’t here.

Nian Nian rubbed her eyes and asked, “Dad, where’s Mom?”

Without waiting for his answer, she looked around for her mother.

Jiang Chen, who was ignored by his daughter, said: “…”

[Uh… Mr. Jiang is the most miserable.]

[Hahahaha sorry, I laughed so loudly!]

[Youzi’s brother-in-law’s family status is worrying. I thought Nian Nian would comfort her father, but she didn’t. Hahahaha, I laughed to death!]

[Zhao Yiyang was held high by his champion father, Zhou Ziai hugged his father, and Jiang Xu leaned on his father. But little baby Nian Nian’s first words were: “Dad, where’s Mom?” Hahahaha, Mr. Jiang is so pitiful!]

[So, our great President Jiang is not only disliked by his wife, but also by his daughter? President Jiang is really miserable!]

While there were many laughs in the comments, some viewers had different opinions.

[Am I the only one who thinks this family is a little weird? The husband and wife don’t seem sweet, and the father-daughter relationship seems unfamiliar.]

[Yes, this family is different from others. Mr. Jiang has never smiled since he came on the show. I suspect he was forced to be on the show. Otherwise, why does he always look stern? Of course, a stern face is still very handsome.]

These comments were quickly brushed off by the excited fans who were enjoying the sweetness.

** 

After the nap, it was time for the guests to gather.

Gu Aifei and Zhou Jingxing, each holding a child, went to meet the others.

Gu Aifei was in a great mood.

As they walked on a country path, Gu Aifei chatted with Zhou Jingxing and listened to the children’s talks. They were having a great time, and she thought the audience would find this scene sweet.

Gu Aifei looked at her husband. She and Zhou Jingxing got married early in their careers. At that time, Gu Aifei was a small artist, and Zhou Jingxing was already a top star. Their marriage could have affected Zhou Jingxing’s career and Gu Aifei’s rising status, so they kept it secret.

When Gu Aifei’s career became more stable, she decided it was time to go public with their relationship.

Everything went as planned, except for an unexpected event on the show.

On the show, Gu Aifei met Shen Mingyou.

Gu Aifei was discouraged by losing to Shen Mingyou repeatedly but hoped that with Zhou Jingxing by her side, they would be the highlight of the show.

When Gu Aifei arrived, all the other guests were already there.

Shen Mingyou and Jiang Chen were sitting in a pavilion. Jiang Chen’s figure was partially hidden by the pavilion’s pillars.

Gu Aifei took Zhou Jingxing’s hand and went over to greet them, “Mingyou, this is my husband Zhou Jingxing.”

“Hello,” Shen Mingyou nodded to Zhou Jingxing and then pointed to Jiang Chen and said, “This is my husband, Jiang Chen.”

The moment Jiang Chen heard Shen Mingyou introduce him, his feeling of being unwelcomed by his wife and daughter was somewhat restored.

Just acknowledging him as her husband made him feel better.

Jiang Chen nodded and greeted them politely: “Hello.”

Before Gu Aifei could stop smiling, her smile froze on her face. 

How is that possible?!

How could Shen Mingyou’s husband be Jiang Chen, Jiang Chen from Lingyu Capital!

“Hello.” Zhou Jingxing also recognized Jiang Chen. He smiled and said, “So Mr. Jiang is the father of Nian Nian. No wonder there is such a smart child like Nian Nian.”

Jiang Chen: “It’s all because of my wife’s good teaching.”

Being praised, Shen Mingyou turned around and glanced at Jiang Chen.

Jiang Chen seemed to sense his wife’s gaze. Upon noticing it, he immediately turned his head and smiled at her.