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Chapter 343 Yi Fanxi's Visit (2)

In the kitchen, Tong Shili was cooking, and Yan Zuozuo was helping her. "Thank you so much just now. If it weren't for you, Mom would probably be angry with me again today."

Tong Shili chuckled: "Godmother is just anxious, after all, she only has her aunt as a sister."

Yan Zuozuo smiled bitterly: "I understand the reasoning. If my aunts and the others are truly repentant, that's fine, but I'm afraid..." She shook her head, looking helpless.

Tong Shili patted her shoulder without saying anything.

Yan Zuozuo forced a smile. She could sense that if she disobeyed Chi's mother this time, the relationship between mother-in-law and daughter-in-law would likely deteriorate, making things difficult for Chi Moqing. But even if she spoke to Chi Moqing, she knew he wouldn't agree, and it would still lead to a conflict with Chi's mother.

No matter what she did, it was wrong. If Chi Moqing were here, he would definitely handle everything for her, but now she was all alone. Chi's mother clearly had a problem with her, and if they clashed again, it would probably be even harder for them to get along in the future.

She sighed softly, at a loss for what to do.

During the meal, Mrs. Chi praised Tong Shili's cooking skills highly. Tong Shili was already a good cook, and her sweet talk and ability to please Mrs. Chi made her even more beloved. Seeing them chatting so happily, Yan Zuozuo couldn't help but start to reflect on her own behavior.

In the years since they got married, Chi Moqing has always taken care of her, and he's mostly the one cooking; she rarely lifts a finger. Now that she thinks about it, she really wasn't a good wife.

"Shili, whoever marries you will be incredibly lucky. It's a pity I'm not destined for that." Mother Chi said this seemingly casually, but in reality, she meant it.

Yan Zuozuo frowned.

"Godmother is joking again. President Chi and Zuo Zuo are a match made in heaven. Besides, if Godmother likes it, I can come and make it for you anytime." Tong Shili glanced at Yan Zuo Zuo, noticing her displeasure, and a complicated feeling swept over her.

To be honest, she originally liked Chi Moqing and even considered competing with Yan Zuozuo. Her mission was also to get close to Chi Moqing, so everything seemed perfect. However, she later found herself unknowingly drawn to Yi Fanxi, and now her presence at the Chi family was solely for the sake of her mission.

She lowered her eyes. Actually, Yan Zuozuo was a nice girl. If it weren't for their different positions, she wouldn't want to hurt her at all, but she had no choice but to do so.

After finally finishing their meal, Tong Shili went to the kitchen to wash the dishes. Yan Zuozuo felt awkward being with Chi's mother, so she quickly followed her in for refuge. Tong Shili understood and simply smiled.

"Zuo Zuo, cut a plate of fruit, we have a guest." Chi's mother's voice came from the living room, and Yan Zuo Zuo quickly went out. Sure enough, she saw someone else in the living room, and she was taken aback…

Yi Fanxi?!

"Why are you here?" Yan Zuozuo looked at him in surprise.

“I invited Mr. Yi here. I originally wanted to have lunch with him, but he had other commitments,” said Mrs. Chi, while giving her a wink.

Yan Zuozuo suddenly realized that Chi's mother really wanted to matchmake Tong Shili and Yi Fanxi.

She placed the fruit plate in front of Yi Fanxi, who politely said, "Thank you."

Yan Zuozuo smiled, turned around and went to the kitchen to call Tong Shili out, jokingly saying, "You go out quickly, I'll wash these dishes."

Tong Shili blushed slightly and was half-heartedly pushed out of the kitchen by Yan Zuozuo. Just then, she heard Chi's mother say, "Our Shili is a modern good woman who is both elegant and capable in the kitchen. Whoever marries her will be very lucky."

Yi Fanxi didn't speak. Tong Shili secretly observed his expression, which remained indifferent, as if he were detached from worldly affairs. She paused, then walked over to greet him, "I told my godmother you were working overtime, and I didn't expect her to call you. She's just being kind, don't take it to heart."

"As Shili's godmother, of course I'm enthusiastic about her marriage," Mrs. Chi chuckled softly. "Mr. Yi, what do you think of our Shili?"

Tong Shili blushed and said coquettishly, "Godmother! Yi Fanxi and I are just colleagues."

"Yes, yes, you're just colleagues." Chi's mother smiled ambiguously, pulling her hand to sit down. "Is Zuo Zuo tidying up in the kitchen? I'll go help her. Shili, take good care of Mr. Yi."

Tong Shili's face turned even redder, and she was more shy than ever before when facing Yi Fanxi.

in the kitchen.

After washing the dishes, Yan Zuozuo turned around and saw Chi's mother still standing at the kitchen doorway, peeking into the living room. She walked up behind her and asked curiously, "Mom, what are you doing standing here?"

Mrs. Chi was startled, patted her chest and said, "Isn't this just creating an opportunity for the young couple? Zuo Zuo, what do you think of Mr. Yi and Shi Li? Is there any chance?"

Yan Zuozuo glanced into the living room. Tong Shili and Yi Fanxi seemed to be getting along quite well; judging by their work and appearances alone, they were indeed a good match. However, considering their potential identities, she feared…

"What, you don't approve of them?" When her mother saw that she didn't speak, she suddenly asked again, "Or does Mr. Yi have a girlfriend?"

Yan Zuozuo quickly shook her head: "No, that's not true. They're a good match."

Mrs. Chi smiled with satisfaction. After a while, she turned to Yan Zuozuo and asked, "Did you come here today for anything else?"

When Chi's mother asked, Yan Zuozuo remembered the purpose of her visit. She nodded and said, "Mom, I'm on vacation these few days and I'd like to bring the two children to stay with me for a few days. It's time for their vaccinations, so I'll take them to get their shots."

Chi's mother was taken aback: "You want to take them away? But your legs are not very convenient right now. If you really want to take care of the children, you might as well stay here. It will be more convenient for me to take care of you."

Yan Zuozuo smiled and said, "It's not just that. Mo Qing will be back soon. I was thinking of taking the child with him so he can see the baby sooner when he comes back."

Chi's mother was unwilling. She had always been the one taking care of the child, and she was reluctant to let them take the child away for a few days.

“If Mo Qing is coming back, he can come and see the children. The children are used to me, and I’m afraid you won’t be able to soothe them.”

Yan Zuozuo knew what Chi's mother was thinking, but when she thought of how Chi Xuecan longed to see the child, she couldn't bear to refuse. After a pause, she said, "Mom, I'll have to let them adjust eventually. I'll only take them for a few days, don't worry."

"Do you really want to take them away?" Chi's mother asked.

"I just want to spend a few more days with them. After this period, I will have to go back to work and won't have time to take care of them." Yan Zuozuo smiled ingratiatingly, "I promise you, I will definitely not mistreat your two grandsons."

Chi's mother gave her a disapproving look: "You young people are so selfish. When you have time, you take the children away, but when you don't, you leave them to us old folks. You only think about yourselves and don't care about our feelings."

Yan Zuozuo stood there awkwardly, touching her nose.

"Fine, fine, the child is yours, take him if you want." With that, Mrs. Chi left unhappily.

Yan Zuozuo stuck out her tongue and slumped her shoulders helplessly. When her mother-in-law was kind to her before, she didn't think the mother-in-law/daughter-in-law relationship was difficult. But now she realized that getting along with her mother-in-law was an art. Sigh!

When Yan Zuozuo went to the bedroom to get the baby, she saw that Chi's mother had already packed their things. Although she was unhappy, she still carefully gave her instructions on what to pay attention to. She agreed to everything and took the baby away under Chi's mother's reproachful gaze.

As she was leaving, she saw Yi Fanxi getting up to leave as well. She froze, realizing that she hadn't chosen the right time.

Yi Fanxi glanced at her and said, "I'm going that way anyway, I'll give you a ride."

Yan Zuozuo quickly waved her hand: "No need, no need, I'll wait for the driver to come, I... um!" Before she could finish speaking, Chi's mother secretly pinched her and said with a smile, "Okay, it's on your way, so don't bother the driver."

Yan Zuozuo turned around for no apparent reason; she was trying to avoid suspicion precisely because she was worried about being misunderstood. But Chi's mother, was she pushing her into a fire pit?

"Go on, go on, you're all busy. Zuo Zuo, take good care of the two little ones," Chi's mother said, secretly winking at her.

Yan Zuozuo understood; this was a setup to make her a matchmaker.

Once in the car, Yan Zuozuo helped the two little ones lie down and teased them from time to time. She casually asked, "What do you think of Shili?"

Yi Fanxi remained indifferent: "You've wasted your time."

Yan Zuozuo was taken aback; this was practically a blatant rejection. She gave an awkward smile. If it were anyone else, she might have said a few more words, but with Yi Fanxi and Tong Shili, she really didn't know what to say.

"I'm so sorry about today. My mother-in-law didn't mean any harm; she just felt sorry for Shili, so..."

"You don't need to explain, I understand." Yi Fanxi interrupted her, his eyes fixed ahead. As they passed a supermarket, he asked, "Do you need to buy anything?"

Yan Zuozuo glanced at the large and small bags that Chi's mother had brought her, and thought that she probably didn't need them. She shook her head, and then heard Yi Fanxi suddenly say, "Remind your mother-in-law to stay away from Tong Shili."

Yan Zuozuo was taken aback: "Could this also be J-yes's order?"

Yi Fanxi fell silent again. Yan Zuozuo pursed her lips, gazing out the window, feeling somewhat powerless. Now, Chi's mother and Tong Shili were as close as mother and daughter, while she, as the daughter-in-law, was being distanced. Chi's mother was already somewhat dissatisfied with her; if she were asked to distance herself from Tong Shili now, Chi's mother probably wouldn't agree, and might even hold her in a more negative light.

Yan Zuozuo felt a headache coming on. After all, Tong Shili was a dangerous person, and she couldn't really let her stay with Chi's mother forever. Her eyes darkened as she wondered if she should tell Chi Ran.

"Today is my birthday," Yi Fanxi said.

Yan Zuozuo was taken aback and looked at him in surprise. Yi Fanxi was usually so cold and aloof, why would he suddenly say this to her?

Could you please cook me a bowl of noodles?

Yan Zuozuo blinked, suddenly remembering Yi Fanxi saying that her cooking tasted a lot like his mother's. It turns out that no matter how successful a man is, he still has his vulnerable side.

At her insistence, Yi Fanxi bought a birthday cake and groceries at the supermarket. Yan Zuozuo handed the child over to the nanny and personally cooked a table full of dishes for Yi Fanxi.

A large cake was placed on the table, with candles marked with his age on top. The flickering light reflected off Yi Fanxi's face, creating a play of light and shadow. Whether it was her imagination or not, she could see tears welling up in his eyes.