Chapter 145: Dating with Marriage in Mind!

The next morning, the first light of dawn broke.

Tang Ye stepped into Yunhu Courtyard.

Du Xi had already risen, spending quite some time applying makeup with care; her lip color was like a begonia just blooming on a branch, delicate and dripping with charm.

She wore a dress with an exquisite cut, the hem swaying gently with the wind, a stark contrast to her usual attire.

This appearance caught Tang Ye's eyes, causing him to pause slightly, his gaze filled with amazement.

What fascinated Tang Ye most about Du Xi was the unique temperament she exuded when wearing her uniform.

Capable and spirited, it could always capture his gaze in an instant.

But when Du Xi changed into casual clothes, she had a different kind of charm; her graceful and exquisite figure was fully revealed, making one's eyes light up even more.

Watching Du Xi nimbly fasten her seatbelt, Tang Ye raised the corners of his mouth, "Taking you to see a house!"

"See a house?" Du Xi looked at Tang Ye, quite surprised.

Tang Ye did not hide it from her.

"My mom bought a place and is preparing to renovate it recently. So, I wanted to hear the thoughts of the future lady of the house!"

Du Xi's cheeks turned red in a "whoosh," and she hurriedly waved her hands, saying, "I don't know anything about renovation."

Du Xi blushed at the slightest thing, and the more Tang Ye looked at her, the cuter he found her.

"For the place we'll live in the future, your opinion is very important."

Du Xi snuck a glance at Tang Ye, feeling wonderful inside.

She actually hadn't yet adjusted to the shift in their relationship.

"Tang Ye, is our progress moving too fast?"

Tang Ye smiled, "At our age, dating should be aimed at marriage. If you want that kind of soul-stirring romance that lasts for years, I'm afraid I can't give that to you."

Du Xi gave a hum, seemingly competing with Tang Ye, "Fine, then let's make it quick!"

Du Xi had actually always wanted to tell Tang Ye.

Recalling high school, she had looked at the high-achieving Tang Ye with special regard.

However, at the time, it was just that simple schoolgirl admiration for a top student, full of a psychological attraction to strength, without any romantic feelings mixed in.

On campus, those who were good-looking and those who were good at studying were all popular figures.

It was only after Tang Ye went to college that his physique slowly became fit; back in high school, he already had quite a good rapport with girls.

But at that time, Tang Ye's heart was entirely on Xiao Hui, and Du Xi was just the inseparable little follower by Xiao Hui's side.

They soon arrived at Xiyue Garden.

Tang Ye parked the car in a surface parking space, then took the elevator with Du Xi to the seventh floor.

Qin Lan was very particular when choosing floors; in Feng Shui, there is a saying about "seven up, eight down."

Tang Ye discovered a business card for a decoration company stuck in the door handle.

He picked it up to take a look, didn't pay much attention to it, and then opened the door.

Tang Ye took Du Xi around the house, looking at everything in detail.

As they walked, he vividly described all his ideas for the house to Du Xi.

A sweet smile bloomed on Du Xi's face, "I'll listen to you; whatever you arrange, I think is good!"

Tang Ye couldn't help but laugh out loud, saying half-jokingly, "You wouldn't be feeling a bit disappointed, would you? You live in a big villa now, but in the future, you'll have to squeeze into a pigeon coop with me. Will the contrast be a bit too much?"

Du Xi shook her head quickly, saying with a serious face, "The size of the house isn't important. As long as I'm with you, even the smallest place is cozy."

Tang Ye was deeply moved and pulled Du Xi tightly into his arms, "If you ever feel cold in the future, my warm embrace is always here, ready at your call."

Du Xi also hugged Tang Ye tightly, her voice as soft as a breeze, "Tang Ye, thank you. It's so good to have you."

Tang Ye smelled the fragrance from Du Xi's hair and felt the softness of her body.

His heart was satisfied.

Having a girlfriend is quite nice; hug when you want to hug, kiss when you want to kiss...

The cell phone rang with a jingle, untimely interrupting their intimacy.

Seeing it was a call from Song Jin, Tang Ye answered quickly, and Song Jin's laughter came through, "Little brother, what are you busy with this weekend?"

Tang Ye told him the truth, "Looking at a house, getting ready to renovate!"

Song Jin reacted extremely quickly, "I know the boss of a decoration company; I can introduce him to you."

Tang Ye thought to himself that he was just worrying about not having a reliable decoration company, "Sure, then thank you, Brother Song."

Song Jin waved his hand, "Why be so polite with me? You just did me a huge favor!"

Tang Ye understood what Song Jin meant.

A transfer from the County Youth League Committee to the County Land and Resources Bureau was a major cross-system adjustment.

If there hadn't been powerful political resources pushing from behind, Song Jin wouldn't have even dared to think about such a smooth transfer.

This step was crucial for Song Jin's official career.

Moreover, Tang Ye had managed this matter without alerting Hong Ruilin.

He first made a call to Cheng Lin, and Cheng Lin then contacted the Municipal Organization Department, finally facilitating the matter.

Of course, in the end, Tang Ye was only the one executing and connecting the dots.

If the people above didn't nod, even if he and Cheng Lin were made of iron, they couldn't have hammered out a single nail.

Not long after.

Tang Ye's phone rang.

It was the decoration company boss calling.

"Is this Town Mayor Tang? I am Jia Teng from Golden Sunshine Decoration Company!"

"Boss Jia, hello! Did Secretary Song mention my matter to you? I'm still here at the new house." Tang Ye responded with a smile.

Jia Teng quickly grasped Tang Ye's meaning, "Which residential complex? I will immediately arrange for capable subordinates to go over; it absolutely won't delay things!"

"Xiyue Garden."

"A new complex, the environment is impeccable! Wait a short while for me, I will immediately send people to take a look at the house and tailor a few renovation plans; I guarantee you will be satisfied!"

Jia Teng's enthusiasm could be felt even through the phone...

"Alright, then I'll trouble you, Boss Jia."

After hanging up the phone, Tang Ye and Du Xi strolled around the residential complex, taking the opportunity to familiarize themselves with the surrounding environment.

Before long, Jia Teng's phone call came through again; he had already arrived.

Jia Teng brought his capable right-hand men and arrived at the house in a flurry, understanding the inside and outside of the house thoroughly before patting his chest and promising Tang Ye.

"Town Mayor Tang, I will work overtime as soon as I get back to get the plans ready as quickly as possible. I will send them to you for your review the first chance I get; if there are any places you want to adjust, we can discuss them then!"

"As for the costs, since you were introduced by Secretary Song, we will definitely give you the biggest discount."

Tang Ye hurriedly thanked him, "The issue of costs is easy to discuss."

In the span of a single morning, Tang Ye had arranged the renovation cleanly and efficiently.

Du Xi understood in her heart that there was no need for her to do anything at all; Tang Ye was simply using this opportunity to give her enough sense of security.

At noon, Tang Ye took Du Xi to browse the mall and found a place to eat.

In the evening, he sent Du Xi back home.

Just as she entered the house, Xiao Qin started nagging, "Why didn't you have little Tang stay?"

Just as she was speaking.

Du Xi's phone rang; it was a call from Tang Ye.

Answering the phone, Tang Ye said on the other end: "Du Xi, hurry and check your email. I've sent the renovation plans to you; see which set you like. I'll have the renovation company modify them further."

Du Xi hurriedly opened the computer and pulled up the plans Tang Ye had sent. With a glance, she took a liking to the third plan.

After her daughter finished communicating with Tang Ye on the phone about the renovation plans, Xiao Qin cautiously probed, "Girl, did you go look at the house with Tang Ye?"

Du Xi grinned and linked her arm with Xiao Qin's, teasing, "Yes, the house is getting ready for renovation. Mom, isn't this the result you wanted to see?"

Xiao Qin was stunned for a moment, "I didn't expect little Tang's actions to be so fast!"

"How about you give some suggestions too?"

"What kind of ideas could I possibly have?"

Although Xiao Qin said this, her eyes still glanced toward the computer.

Du Xi understood her mother's thoughts perfectly, so she pulled her over to discuss it together.

Sure enough!

Xiao Qin picked out quite a few flaws, even more attentive than Du Xi!

Her mother had just left.

Du Xi's phone rang.

It was a call from Xiao Hui...