Upon hearing Feng Yi's cough, the two women suddenly snapped back to attention, realizing they had become momentarily lost in their own world.
Compared to Gan Yu, who dared not meet Feng Yi's gaze, Ning Guang was much calmer.
Mr. Feng Yi, what perfect timing for your arrival!
Ning Guang adjusted her slightly disheveled qipao, concealing the expanse of fair skin that had been exposed. However, the lingering blush on her face added a mature charm to her alluring presence.
Feng Yi, why are you here?!
Gan Yu quickly finished dressing, inwardly chiding Ning Guang. She wasn't a child anymore! Why would she still engage in such childish games!
Making her lose so much face in front of her friend, Gan Yu's toes curled uncontrollably on the floor, as if this could somehow alleviate her shame and anxiety.
Toes: Brothers, brace yourselves! We have a major project on our hands! Let's put in the effort; this time, we're building a luxury villa!
I made some sweets casually, thought I'd bring them for you to try!
Feng Yi said with a beaming smile, feeling his visit was indeed worthwhile today.
Worthwhile indeed!
Gan Yu: Feng Yi, you can cook too?! (with an expression of surprise)
Ning Guang: Mr. Feng Yi, you can cook too?! (a hint of jealous surprise)
Ning Guang insisted that she was not envious at all, merely purely admiring (strike that) purely envious, not jealous!
Having a friend who cares for you is such a blessed thing!
The happiness Gan Yu experienced was something Ning Guang found incredibly difficult to attain.
According to common theory, the higher one's status and authority, the fewer friends they can truly trust with an open heart.
Because one never knows the other's intentions for approaching them, and it usually boils down to power. Ning Guang understood this deeply.
Of course! Cooking isn't the only thing I know! But let's not dwell on that, taste them while they're hot. Sweet treats lose their appeal when they cool down!
Feng Yi placed the thermal container he was holding on the desk and arranged the desserts.
One serving of caramel tapioca pearl milk tea.
One serving of deep-fried ice cream Slime (two pieces).
Feng Yi hadn't anticipated Ning Guang being there, and the insufficient portions created a moment of awkwardness.
Lady Ning Guang, if you don't mind, would you care to share! (Feng Yi's polite offer)
Feng Yi: You see, the milk tea is for one person, and the fried balls are also for one person. Do you understand what I mean?
Ning Guang: I understand!
Then I shall not be polite!
Ning Guang somehow produced a pair of chopsticks and picked up a deep-fried ice cream Slime to taste.
Feng Yi: Can't you tell it's just a polite gesture? (internally spitting blood)
It's like when I say, "Let me treat you to a meal sometime!"
And you reply, "What a coincidence, I'm free today!"
Feng Yi didn't believe for a second that she couldn't discern such an obvious polite remark.
After all, a person who governs Liyue so efficiently could never be a simple, naive fool!
This means she's doing this deliberately!
But what's the motive behind such an action?
Feng Yi certainly wouldn't naively assume she was after his culinary skills.
Thus, he thought, "White silk cannot ride an older sister!" (a nonsensical phrase implying complicated situations)
As Feng Yi was lost in thought, Gan Yu also joined Ning Guang in tasting the desserts.
Feng Yi?! I can hardly imagine, this dessert is as delicious as Qingxin petals!
Gan Yu's lips had a smear of residual ice cream, and she didn't hold back her praise.
If I could have another serving right now, with crushed ice-chilled Qingxin petals, wouldn't that be the happiest thing in the world?
The crisp exterior and the melting interior created a perfect contrast, the clash of heat and frost cleverly integrated. This dessert is truly exceptional!
Ning Guang nodded in agreement, but Gan Yu comparing it to Qingxin petals was lowering the dessert's standing.
She held an opposing view to Gan Yu's opinion.
I'm glad you both like them!
Feng Yi, observing the two beautiful women savoring the sweets, found his appetite whetted, even though he had just eaten his fill!
Feng Yi reached for the teapot nearby and poured himself a cup of cold tea to calm himself down.
Ning Guang hadn't expected such exquisite quality from seemingly simple sweets, could the other dessert be equally astonishing?
She then lifted her milk tea and took a sip, her eyes sparkling with delight. She continued drinking!
Watching this, Gan Yu, standing beside her, couldn't help but lick her lips. Seeing the milk tea nearly empty, Gan Yu became restless.
Lady Ning Guang, is this dessert delicious?
Not delicious at all! Don't believe me, try it yourself!
Ning Guang looked at Gan Yu, who was gazing at her with eager eyes, a smile curving her lips like a little fox wagging its tail.
Gan Yu took the ceramic bowl. This was the result of Feng Yi's hard work, and even if it wasn't good, she would finish it to encourage him.
Lady Ning Guang! How could you lie!
Gan Yu took a sip of the milk tea, glaring at Ning Guang indignantly, making her waste time thinking about how to encourage Feng Yi.
Haha~ Just kidding! Don't take it seriously! Don't take it seriously!
Ning Guang's trick failed, and she let out a laugh.
Then, Ning Guang shifted her gaze to Feng Yi, who was drinking cold tea, and asked with a serious expression: You saw everything that just happened, right?
Feng Yi's heart tightened at her words. Did she intend to silence him?
He admitted his fault, but surely it wasn't a capital offense!
Feng Yi's right hand, trembling as it held the teacup, stared nervously at Ning Guang.
His peripheral vision darted around, already calculating the best escape route.
Unexpectedly, Ning Guang's tone shifted, and she revealed a meaningful smile.
Between Gan Yu and me, which figure do you prefer?
Feng Yi: ???
Pfft!
Feng Yi couldn't suppress his shock and spat out a mouthful of cold tea, nearly choking to death.
Why do women always ask these life-threatening questions?
Choosing either one would offend the other.
Just then, Gan Yu's gaze also subtly shifted to him.
Not only because Feng Yi had spat cold tea onto her chest, but she was also curious about Feng Yi's choice.
A love triangle is upon me! My life is forfeit!
Facing their gazes, Feng Yi took a deep breath.
I choose Wang Xiao Mei!
This move is called calling a deer a horse! Stirring the clear water into muddied is the correct approach!
Of course, in Feng Yi's heart, he would undoubtedly support Wang Xiao Mei (Gan Yu), but he couldn't say it directly.
What a clever little scamp! Big sister won't disturb you any longer. Remember to visit the Jade Chamber when you have time, and of course, don't forget to bring these two desserts!
Ning Guang smiled radiantly and elegantly left the study.
Outside the study, Ning Guang's smile instantly cooled. She whispered a command to the shadow beside her.
Send people to discreetly follow him, without alerting him. At the same time, dispatch more personnel to expand the scope of the investigation!
Ning Guang rubbed her throbbing temples, troubled by the task of identifying Feng Yi's origins. She couldn't find any trace of Feng Yi, who seemed to have appeared out of nowhere, which made her inherently vigilant.
At this very moment, Snezhnaya was also extending its probing claws towards Liyue, making her unable to avoid connecting the dots.
I hope Feng Yi doesn't make things difficult for me. Otherwise, it will surely break Gan Yu's heart.