Chapter 151 Huaxing Ancient Street

"That's because you have a mouth that never stops talking nonsense!"

"No, no."

Ye Fan shook his head repeatedly, looking quite serious as he said, "I'm not talking nonsense at all. Speaking of which, can you have a clearer understanding of yourself? You look so beautiful, and you don't let people compliment you? That's unreasonable!"

"…"

Ning Xi was left speechless.

When it came to a battle of words, even ten of her tied together couldn't match Ye Fan.

She lowered her head, fiddling with the hem of her clothes, her expression full of shyness. "Can you, can you be normal? If you keep this up, I really will go home!"

"Where are we heading to next?"

Ye Fan didn't bother responding to her threat, his face filled with a smile. "I'm not familiar with the capital, so you decide where we go."

Ning Xi looked up, exasperated and speechless.

Could he change the topic any faster?

Really…

Oh well, she had to accept her fate. After all, she was stuck with this desk mate. She could only consider herself unlucky!

They left the restaurant without needing to pay the bill, and the server even escorted them to the door with a deep bow. This level of service left Ye Fan secretly amazed.

In his previous life, although he was worth billions, most of it was in virtual assets. While his living conditions weren't bad, they couldn't compare to the treatment he had just received during lunch.

That meal, in Ye Fan's opinion, couldn't have cost less than a hundred thousand yuan.

Extravagant!

Other than that one word, Ye Fan couldn't think of any other way to describe it.

To be honest, he did feel a bit of pressure. His wife had grown up in such a privileged environment, so he needed to work even harder. At the very least, after Ning Xi was with him, he needed to make sure that her quality of life would not decline.

Even the strongest love cannot endure without daily essentials.

Love is noble, but money is practical.

And money is the foundation of love. A girl can't suffer a lifetime just because of a simple "I love you," right?

That's unreasonable!

Talking about love without material support is just being reckless.

Material support is fundamental.

If the foundation isn't solid, everything collapses.

However, just as quickly as the pressure came, it dissipated.

He was no longer who he used to be. Money, if he needed it, was endless for him.

Realizing this, Ye Fan felt incredibly relaxed. A faint smile played at his lips, making it clear at a glance that he was in a very good mood.

Ning Xi looked up, her eyes sparkling. Affected by Ye Fan's mood, her dimples appeared on her cheeks uncontrollably. "You seem really happy, huh?"

"Of course!"

Ye Fan seized the opportunity to hold the girl's small hand up and teased, "You had lunch with me and are even taking me shopping. My brain hasn't been kicked by a donkey, so of course, I'm happy!"

"Let, let go."

Holding hands with Ye Fan in public, especially on a busy street, was too much for Ning Xi to handle. She nervously found an excuse, "I, I need to put on my mask, but I can't with you holding my hand like that."

Ye Fan laughed inwardly. He let go of her hand and pulled a new mask out of his pocket. "Turn around, I'll help you put it on."

"Why did you bring so many masks with you?"

"They're specifically for you."

Ye Fan placed his hands gently on Ning Xi's shoulders and turned her around, carefully putting the mask on her face. He smiled as he said, "It's fine if I, as a guy, don't wear a mask, but you can't. Otherwise, we won't be going shopping; instead, we'll probably be surrounded like pandas."

"You!"

Ning Xi blushed and spat back, "You're exaggerating!"

To this, Ye Fan did not argue.

Exaggerating?

He wasn't exaggerating at all; he was simply stating a fact!

Once they were in the car, Ning Xi announced their destination.

"Uncle Zhuang, take us to Huaxing Ancient Street."

"Alright."

Zhuang Li started the car and drove towards Huaxing Ancient Street.

Ye Fan searched his memory from his past life but found nothing about Huaxing Ancient Street. Clearly, it wasn't a well-known place in the capital, otherwise, he wouldn't have no recollection of it.

"Xiao Xi, what is Huaxing Ancient Street?"

Honestly, Ye Fan didn't care where they went. As long as Ning Xi was there, everywhere was the same to him.

But the atmosphere in the car was a bit quiet. With Ning Xi's personality, if he didn't speak, she definitely wouldn't start a conversation.

Hearing his voice, Ning Xi explained in a soft voice, "Huaxing Ancient Street is in the east district; it's a commercial street with many accessory shops. I don't go shopping often, but I've been there a few times with Yumeng and Keke."

After she finished, she stole a glance at Ye Fan, feeling a bit embarrassed. "I, I couldn't think of any other place, so..."

"It's great."

Ye Fan reached into his pocket and brought out a bank card in his right hand. "I made a small fortune today, and whoever sees it shares in it. Although you don't lack money, going to Huaxing Ancient Street is perfect for choosing a gift for you."

"You know me best, Xiao Xi!"

"You…"

Ning Xi glanced at Zhuang Li, who was driving, and said in a barely audible voice, "Don't waste money recklessly. Besides, you already bought me a gift last time; you don't need to buy another one."

As she spoke, she pulled up her sleeve to show the bracelet on her wrist, revealing her fair, delicate wrist.

Ye Fan's eyes fell on the bracelet, and the corners of his mouth lifted into a smile. "Do you like this gift?"

"…Yes."

Ning Xi's expression was somewhat unnatural as she turned her head to look out the window, a hint of redness appearing on her cheeks.

"Ahem—"

Zhuang Li, who was driving, cleared his throat. Right now, it felt like the air was filled with an overly sweet atmosphere.

He was, after all, a living person. Couldn't these two young people acknowledge his presence?

Show some mercy!

"Ye Fan, didn't you say 'whoever sees it shares in it'?"

Zhuang Li decided to break the awkward atmosphere by joking, "I'm a witness too, don't I get a share?"

"Sure."

Ye Fan smiled calmly. "Uncle Zhuang, just give me your bank account number, and I'll transfer it right now."

Zhuang Li was dumbfounded.

He had only said that to break the ice, not expecting Ye Fan to take it seriously. He suddenly didn't know how to respond.

"Ye Fan."

At that moment, Ning Xi spoke, her soft voice providing Zhuang Li a way out.

"This money is rightfully yours. Uncle Zhuang was just joking. How could you take him seriously?"

"Yes, yes, it was just a joke."

Ye Fan's eyes twinkled with amusement, and he said nonchalantly, "Actually, I was joking too, so don't take it seriously."

"…"

"…"

This kind of banter was quite nice!

Zhai Yaxuan was close to the eastern district, and within ten minutes, the car stopped near the entrance to a commercial street.

At the entrance stood a wooden plaque, worn by the traces of time, with four large characters carved into it.

Huaxing Ancient Street!

"This is it."

After getting out of the car, Ning Xi pointed at the wooden plaque and introduced, "This street has been around for over a hundred years. The buildings inside are quite old-fashioned and charming. You'll see when we go in."

With that, she tugged at Ye Fan's sleeve and led him toward the entrance, her excitement palpable.

Ye Fan's mood lifted as he followed, his voice low and full of affection. "Watch your step. We have plenty of time; let's take it slow."

"Alright."

Ning Xi turned back and smiled, capturing the scenery and melting the world.

Ye Fan smiled.

There was no reason, he just felt like smiling.

Because… Ning Xi smiled!

His joy and sorrow were for her, his excitement and delight were also for her. Ning Xi was the remote control to his emotions…

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