Chapter 27: I am Losing All My Patience!

His father is trying numerous tricks to get them closer. He knew his father wanted to use him and Mei Lin for money and power.

"No thanks, I am fine here," Luo Yuan asserted and moved towards the couch where Cheng Liang was sitting.

"Go and sit with Mei Lin," Luo Yuan mouthed to Cheng Liang. Cheng Liang's mouth widened into an 'O' shape. He nodded his head and stood up, letting him sit at his place. Cheng Liang moved a bit further and sat beside Mei Lin. 

Mei Lin's face, which was happy a minute ago after seeing Luo Yuan entering the living room, turned bitter and sad. She averted her eyes towards the side and clenched her fistHer her high-mighty demeanor was just shattered by Luo Yuan. Although this wasn't the first time Luo Yuan acted coldly toward her. But her heart still hurts. Especially since she loves him deeply.

As time passed by, Luo Yuan's eyes were constantly darting on his watch. He was waiting for this evening to come to an end. He is never a fan of gatherings like this. Especially when he is surrounded by people he doesn't feel comfortable with.

"I can't take this anymore Cheng Liang. I am leaving," Luo Yuan typed on his phone and gestured to Cheng Liang to pick up his phone. And look at the message he just sent.

"Bro, be patient," Cheng Liang texted back.

Luo Yuan groaned and looked at Cheng Liang which meant "I have lost all my patience." 

Cheng Liang was so done with him. Luo Yuan was always so stubborn and stubbornly refused to change his ways. Cheng Liang sighed and cleared his throat before speaking up.

"I am really hungry now," Cheng Liang asserted and glanced at everyone.

The chattering voice in the room halted as everyone looked at Cheng Liang.

"I mean hungry. Does anyone feel hungry like me? I want to eat something," Cheng Liang explained with a sweet smile. Everyone chuckled while shaking their heads.

"Yeah, I think it's time to eat dinner," Ling Xin responded while getting up and making their way toward the kitchen.

Ling Xin was Luo Yuan's stepmother. The woman who destroyed their happy family. She was the reason why his father divorced his mother.

"The dinner is ready, please come to the dining area," Ling Xin responded with a sweet smile on her face. Everyone got up from their seats and followed the lady leading the way to the dining area.

After everyone sat down and started eating their meals. They didn't talk much because of the awkward atmosphere. There was only a sound of chewing sounds and slurping noises coming from everyone.

"Happy birthday uncle, may you stay healthy and happy every year," Mei Lin got up from her chair and cheered for Luo Ming; Luo Yuan's father.

"Thank you, Mei Lin, I wish I had a daughter like her," Luo Li replied while taking a sip from his drink. Mei Lin smiled brightly. Her cheeks flushed pink at the compliment.

"Mei Lin is such a beautiful, intelligent, independent woman. She is the perfect choice for Luo Yuan," Ling Xin said while looking at Mei Lin and smiling sweetly. But These words made Luo Yuan's eyebrows furrow.

"Did I ask for your opinion, Miss Ling?" He asked her while glaring at her. His voice sounded stern with a hint of anger lacing it.

Ling Xin looked at him and then looked away from his direction. She didn't answer him back.

"Is this the way to speak with your mother?" Luo Li asked angrily and slammed his fist on the table, startling everyone sitting there.

"Let me correct, she is not my mother. But my step mother," Luo Yuan corrected him.

The others didn't know how to respond. The atmosphere became tense between those two.

"My mother is still alive and healthy enough to worry about my marriage. And I am done with my dinner. Have a happy birthday Old man," Luo Yuan answered while placing the fork and knife that was in his hand on the plate. Moving swiftly he stood up from his chair and walked out of the dining area leaving everyone stunned.

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The sky was now covered with little luminous stars. The moon was full and glistening everything. The streetlights illuminated the streets. It was peaceful but there was no sign of any noise. Only the sound of cicadas and leaves rustling echoed in the streets.

People were getting off from work. Some were leaving from cabs and entering their houses after completing their tough schedule. Many were walking to their homes. Others were walking their dogs which they kept close to their sides.

Zai Hai parked his car in front of Li Xia's apartment building. It's 10:30 pm and it's already dark. As he unbuckled his belt he noticed that Li Xia was asleep. He looked at her sleeping peacefully and thought about how she looked adorable when she sleeps.

Zai Hai pulled the key from the ignition. He placed his hand on her cheek and caressed it gently. This movement woke Li Xia up from her sleep. Zai Hai quickly withdrew his ha from hers.

"Sorry, I woke you up. You should go back home," he responded, hiding his nervousness. Xia yawned a few times and stretched 

"Sorry, I slept here," She apologized and rubbed her eyes trying to wake herself up.

"It's okay, we already arrived at your apartment," Zai Hai replied while rubbing her forehead.

"Thanks for today's dinner. Next time I will pay for dinner," Li Xia said and got out of the car while waving goodbye to Zai Hai.

"Wait," Zai Hai stopped Li Xia. Getting out of the car he opened the backseat door. There was a gift box containing a small gift for her.

"This is for you," Zai Hai handed her the gift bag.

"For me?" Li Xia looked at him questioningly. "I want you to wear this at tomorrow's event,"  Zai Hai said while giving her a small smile.

"But it seems expensive," Li Xia replied while looking at the gift bag in her hands. She thought to herself that he must have spent a lot to buy this gift.

"It's not as expensive as our friendship," Zai Hai insisted. Li Xia shook her head and smiled.

"Thank you so much for this precious gift," She said while giving him a big hug. Zai Hai's heart started to beat faster and he tried his best to control himself. He didn't expect this reaction from Li Xia. Li Xia let go of him and went inside her apartment with her gift while waving goodbye to Zai Hai. 

There was someone at the back who was observing their interaction. It was none other than Luo Yuan. Who was clutching tightly to the steering wheel of his car. His brows furrowed and he couldn't help but wonder what exactly their relationship is?