Chapter 462: Li Xiao Turns the Fake Act into Reality

"Thump!"

It was unclear whose heart it was that gave a violent throb.

A rare look of stunned surprise appeared on Li Xiao's face, but it quickly returned to normal, a flash of bright amusement passing through his eyes.

Cai Xiaotang blinked, her nose filled with the scent of some unknown perfume on him, and she suddenly felt a bit of regret.

The roots of her ears were burning, and her cheeks were heating up uncontrollably.

But since the deed was already done, wouldn't it be too cowardly to let go now?

Cai Xiaotang swallowed subconsciously.

She then maintained the gentle smile on her face and said in a teasing tone, "Since you like me so much, why don't I give you a chance? Anyway, we are already married, so why not... turn the fake act into reality? After all... although you are a bit old, I am still quite satisfied with this face..."

Li Xiao's gaze flickered for a moment, his eyes inadvertently sweeping over her already crimson earlobes, as he struggled to suppress the laughter on the tip of his tongue.

With just this level of skill... she dared to play this game in front of him?

He did not speak, but instead stared earnestly into Cai Xiaotang's eyes.

In that gaze, there seemed to be suppressed passion and undisguised possessiveness.

The hand Cai Xiaotang was using to pull on Li Xiao's collar was trembling slightly.

Yet she bit the bullet and met his gaze, muttering to herself.

Why isn't this guy saying anything?

What is the meaning of staring at her like that!

But since it had reached this point... she couldn't retreat now!

Cai Xiaotang felt inexplicably flustered under his gaze, and after an unknown amount of time, her eyes finally couldn't help but start to dodge.

But she didn't expect that in the next second—

A few fingers suddenly pressed against her chin, forcibly making her look back up!

Li Xiao did not retreat but advanced, once again closing the distance between them.

Their lips were almost inches apart; if either one moved forward just a little, they would be completely pressed together.

Cai Xiaotang's eyes widened abruptly, her brain suddenly stopping for a moment.

The surrounding air inexplicably took on an ambiguous quality.

Li Xiao seemed extremely satisfied with her current bewildered appearance, and finally raised his voice to say, "I've thought so for a long time. Since you are so proactive... shall we agree on that then?"

As he spoke, he lowered his eyes to glance at Cai Xiaotang's pink, tender lips, his gaze suddenly darkening sharply.

He had clearly only intended to tease her by following her lead...

How was it that he now actually felt a bit like...

"I was joking!!!"

Cai Xiaotang finally came to her senses and gave the person in front of her a violent shove.

Li Xiao was caught off guard and pushed away, raising an eyebrow at her with a calm expression.

Cai Xiaotang, completely unaware that her face was already beet red, explained at a rapid pace, "I was just saying it! I like younger 'little wolf dogs'! You... you're too old, I'm not considering you at all! Can't be bothered with you! I'm going to pick strawberries!"

As she spoke, she turned around quickly, leaving behind only a fleeing back.

Li Xiao stood where he was, watching her walk away with amusement, but he couldn't help but recall the scene from just a moment ago in his mind.

Turn the fake act into reality... huh?

With a noisy woman like her by his side, his ears would probably go deaf one day, right?

But... that didn't seem so bad, did it?

Li Xiao shook his head with a smile, his face full of an indulgence he hadn't even realized himself.

But the next instant, he suddenly thought of something.

He was then taken aback.

What was he thinking about just now?

He was actually fantasizing about a future where Cai Xiaotang was always by his side?

Li Xiao stopped his forward stride, looking at Cai Xiaotang, who was already standing in the strawberry patch, his heart suddenly feeling a little bit soft and sour.

Forget it.

Let's wait until the matters at hand are resolved.

He didn't like making useless plans.

Things were just fine as they were now.

On the other side—

Jiang Baobao had nothing to do, so she simply focused on tending to the flowers in the garden that she planned to bring to the three little ones.

Seeing her busy and focused, Li Beijue stood quietly to the side without disturbing her.

It wasn't until he saw her finish the last pot that he tentatively asked, "Do you have time now?"

"Hm? What's wrong?"

Jiang Baobao looked up at him with a natural tone.

She then heard Li Beijue say, "I've been rushing work all morning, wanting to get here early, so I didn't eat lunch. Could I trouble our Chef Jiang to make something for me to eat?"

Jiang Baobao paused upon hearing this, her mood suddenly feeling a bit sweet yet helpless.

He didn't even eat because he was rushing over?

She didn't hesitate and stood up decisively, saying, "Alright, let's go see what's in the kitchen."

"Okay."

Hearing her agree, Li Beijue couldn't help but laugh out loud.

The two of them went to the villa's kitchen together, and upon opening the refrigerator, they saw it was packed full of various ingredients.

Jiang Baobao grabbed a few items at random and asked, "Would it be alright if I cooked you a bowl of noodles?"

Li Beijue replied immediately, "Of course, I like to eat whatever you make."

Jiang Baobao paused in the middle of washing the vegetables; she couldn't help but sigh inwardly, yet the corners of her lips curled into a smile she couldn't suppress.

The afternoon sunlight was just right.

It spilled in through the kitchen window, adding a touch of tranquility to the spacious kitchen.

Jiang Baobao was silently preparing the shrimp and greens in her hands when, before she knew it, a cherry tomato was suddenly held out to her lips.

She was stunned for a moment, then looked up to see the smiling gaze of Li Beijue.

"I washed it in the living room; try it and see if it's sweet."

His tone was gentle, and as he spoke, he nudged the little red thing in his hand closer to Jiang Baobao's lips.

Jiang Baobao lowered her eyes to look at his slender fingers, and her face suddenly grew hot.

Of course she knew it was from the living room...

Because that was where she had washed and placed them that morning!

Jiang Baobao muttered a complaint to herself; even though she was still hesitating in her heart, she couldn't help but open her mouth as if possessed, taking the small red fruit into her mouth.

But she accidentally brushed against a touch of warmth.

She froze for a second, then quickly lifted her head and pulled back slightly to create some distance.

Li Beijue glanced at his fingertip, which seemed to still carry the soft sensation, and asked in a deliberately low voice, "Is it sweet?"

"Cough... it's sour."

Jiang Baobao intentionally contradicted him, wanting to hide the rapid beating of her heart at that moment.

The next second, however, she felt the presence of the person beside her suddenly draw near.

"Really?"

Li Beijue's deliberately drawn-out, deep voice rang in her ear.

Jiang Baobao's whole body stiffened slightly, and with his voice, her entire back felt a bit numb.

She opened her mouth, then quickly pressed her lips together, deciding not to say a single word.

The pleasant scent on Li Beijue, however, drew closer and closer.

Until... it wrapped around her entire being.

Jiang Baobao's palms were burning, and though she just stood there, she did not show the slightest sign of resistance.

The atmosphere was just right.

In Li Beijue's eyes, there was deep affection, as well as the joy that comes after testing the waters.

He was attempting to get closer to the person before him, bit by bit.

But right now, it was very clear... he seemed to have succeeded.