Chapter 573: The Showdown: Couldn’t Do Without You

Book Chapter 573: The Showdown: Couldn’t Do Without You (Update 1)

Summer exudes a scorching heat and blazing sunlight that leaves everyone drenched in sweat. Lin

The morning sun is a fiery beauty – strikingly lovely yet with a passionate fire in her spirit.

Two elegant women, arm in arm, strolled down the street laughing and chatting.

Their simple summer outfits accentuated figures as flawless and graceful as those of models.

Mu Qingwu had her long hair pulled up in a regal bun, exuding dignified elegance. Her stunning, otherworldly face, with eyes resembling the first light of dawn, radiated an angelic purity and exquisite beauty.

Although Zhou Yanyu might not match her boss in breathtaking allure, her cool, finely chiseled features lit up the room like a lotus beside a still pond, a delicate enchantress.

The sight of such a pair of dazzling beauties on the street undoubtedly left countless men mesmerized.

If it weren’t for the two human shopping carts trailing behind them…

Perhaps too many would have dared to approach them.

Human shopping carts?

Exactly—Xiao Yu and his hapless apprentice, Wang Cheng.

“Master, my legs are about to give out,”

Wang Cheng, burdened with bags and sporting a forlorn look, murmured, “I’ve never been this exhausted in a day of casework!”

“That’s nothing,”

Xiao Yu grinned broadly, “We’ve only done half the day—an entire afternoon still awaits us!”

Young men often compare women to terrorists—and, in a way, they’re not far off.

The only difference is:

One sports stockings on her head, the other on her legs!

“Master, would you ever look down on the matron?”

Wang Cheng asked with a goofy, lopsided grin.

“Would you despise your right-hand woman?”

Xiao Yu mumbled, “Wait until you’re with your ‘Yan Yu’ sister. In a month, a woman might feel like breaking up with you for ten days, think you’re ugly for five days, stir up trouble for another ten, treat you like a lapdog for five, and maybe even act childishly for one day.”

“Damn.”

Wang Cheng, now a bit intimidated, remarked, “With you talking like that, I’m starting to hesitate about chasing after Yan Yu.”

“Look at you, such a wimp.”

Xiao Yu shot his unfortunate apprentice a disdainful glance, “Do you know why men love video games?”

“For the joy?” Wang Cheng replied earnestly.

“It’s all about conquering,”

Xiao Yu shook his head. “Women are like ruthless final bosses, and you’re the player clinging to the last thread. Ever experienced the thrill of a last-minute comeback? Once you defeat the boss, the satisfaction is just—awesome!”

“Is that so?”

A little dazed by his master’s spiel, Wang Cheng asked, “Then why do men prefer older women?”

“Ever wonder why the term ‘pure desire’ exists?”

Xiao Yu rolled his eyes, “Just as you wouldn’t see a little girl as a goddess, you won’t see an older woman cast in that role.”

“Got it!”

Wang Cheng nodded repeatedly, gazing at Xiao Yu with wide-eyed admiration.

One day, I’ll make a name for myself and show off just like Master…

They entered a boutique men’s store,

and the demise of these two men began anew.

Under the command of two women, they moved mechanically, obediently changing outfits one after another.

“Isn’t this a bit much?”

Zhou Yanyu watched Xiao Yu and Wang Cheng as they changed, a smile tugging at the corner of her lips.

“We can’t let them be too energetic.”

Mu Qingwu tilted her soft lips up slightly, “Otherwise, they’ll end up getting up to mischief with the ladies.”

“…”

Zhou Yanyu’s cheeks flushed; she wasn’t quite sure how to respond.

“Men are just like children—they’re easy to please.”

Mu Qingwu, with a bewitching glance, explained, “As long as you avoid giving them mixed signals with other men and don’t hide anything from them—replying late is fine, but never ignore them. Always letting them know where you are makes them feel secure.”

“Really, it’s that simple?” Zhou Yanyu asked in astonishment.

“What could be harder?”

Mu Qingwu smiled sweetly, “Buy him the best graphics card and he’ll be grinning like a fool for ages. Let him have fun gaming, and he won’t wander off—you won’t even need to worry about him misbehaving.”

“Is he really that foolish?” Zhou Yanyu questioned in disbelief.

“It’s not that they’re stupid,”

Mu Qingwu laughed and shook her head, “When a man loves a woman, he’s willing to let us boss him around. Treat him badly enough and he’ll stop loving you—even if you were to strip and kneel, nothing would change. On the other hand, if you keep his love, you can do whatever you want!”

In the fitting room,

“Always remember: read into what a woman really means.”

“You want food? That means she does.”

“Should I think it over? No—she doesn’t want it.”

“Shall we head out? She doesn’t want to go.”

“Not buying? No—buy it! Absolutely buy it.”

“My makeup’s already done? If you don’t go with her, you’re screwed.”

“I’m off to take a shower—quick, clean up and wait!”

“…”

Wang Cheng stared in amazement at Xiao Yu, who was simultaneously changing and dispensing wisdom.

Damn, are women always this formidable?

Figuring out a case seems easier than deciphering what’s really going on in their minds.

“Scared?”

Xiao Yu chuckled, “No wonder they say women are the final bosses—their methods are ruthlessly effective. Without that, they wouldn’t earn the title.”

After finishing their shopping,

Xiao Yu and Mu Qingwu, accompanied by their secretary and apprentice, headed to the cinema.

The couple truly cared about both their secretary and apprentice.

In their eyes,

Wang Cheng and Zhou Yanyu were well-known quantities.

If they ended up together, it could turn out nicely.

Inside the cinema,

the four chose an entertaining movie.

“Tom and Jerry!”

Even the seating arrangements were amusing.

Wang Cheng and Zhou Yanyu occupied seats in the front row,

while Xiao Yu and Mu Qingwu settled in the back.

“So silly,”

During the movie, Xiao Yu kissed the sister figure in his arms, saying, “Was I always this foolish back then?”

“No,”

Mu Qingwu, resting her head on her brother’s shoulder, playfully replied, “You’re even sillier than they are!”

Xiao Yu: …

Foolish or not, they’re together in the end.

Just like…

I love the view by a floor-to-ceiling window, and you love the reflection in a full-length mirror.

I want you—and the scenery.

You want me—and your view…

Suddenly,

the young couple’s eyes lit up.

There was a subtle movement ahead.

Wang Cheng cautiously reached out his hand in front of him.

Observing his gesture, it seemed he intended to embrace Zhou Yanyu.

But Zhou Yanyu leaned forward, moving away from his outstretched arm.

Wang Cheng: …

He awkwardly retracted his hand yet didn’t give up.

His gaze fixed on the jade-like hand resting on the chair’s armrest.

Then, he reached out once more.

However, Zhou Yanyu dodged his clumsy grasp.

Wang Cheng felt a mix of despair and disappointment, his hope waning.

Just when he thought his chance was truly lost,

suddenly,

“Wanna snack?”

Zhou Yanyu picked up a handful of popcorn, calmly fixing her gaze on Wang Cheng.

“You eat,” Wang Cheng managed a forced smile.

Zhou Yanyu looked at the big guy before her for a few seconds,

which made her inexplicably smile as she found his foolishness endearingly pathetic.

For some unknown reason, her heart softened a bit.

Then, she did something even she hadn’t expected.

In Wang Cheng’s astonishment, Zhou Yanyu lifted his arm and placed it behind her back.

Then, she snuggled into his embrace, mumbling something under her breath…

“Is this allowed?”

From the back row, Xiao Yu watched his apprentice’s thunderstruck, silly expression and nearly burst into laughter.

“Why not?”

Mu Qingwu chuckled, “Just pretend you didn’t see it—glance away a hundred times… Being the little girl sometimes is exhausting.”

“So, it’s still you, the sensible elder sister,”

Xiao Yu bowed his head and kissed her red lips.

The showdown is on—couldn’t do without you!

End

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