Chapter 1407

Upon hearing this, Xiao Changkun immediately became anxious. He wanted to say something, but as soon as he opened his mouth, he felt he couldn't find a suitable reason to refute it.

"In this family, although I haven't been making trouble all day long like Ma Lan, I truly haven't made any contributions either..."

"Previously, I did earn a sum of money by flipping antiques from Zhang Ermao. I thought this could become a path to getting rich, but who would have thought that there would be no follow-up after that..."

"This little bastard Zhang Ermao is also very elusive. Every time I went to the antique street before, he was there. As a result, for some time recently, every time I go to the antique street, I can't find a trace of this guy!"

"Not to mention not being able to find Zhang Ermao, later, holding the mentality of picking up a bargain, I bought a few more antiques, but basically, I lost everything. Although I didn't lose a huge amount of money, the things I spent several thousand yuan on, once I asked for a price at a professional institution, they would open their mouths and offer one or two yuan. Basically, I lost it all."

"Later, after joining the Calligraphy and Painting Association, I was busy with the association's affairs every day. Although I did well in the association, that kind of association is mainly for mixing for a reputation and credentials. If you talk about making money, there's really no chance..."

Therefore, Xiao Changkun pondered back and forth and realized with emotion in his heart: "Oh my, put this way, I really seem to have nothing to show for myself. My good son-in-law Ye Chen buys me cars, helps me show off, helps me slap faces, and follows behind to clean up my messes every day, but what about me? I haven't done anything for him..."

For a moment, Xiao Changkun also felt a lot of guilt in his heart.

He looked at Ye Chen and said awkwardly, "Ye Chen, what do you think Dad is suitable for doing in his current situation?"

Ye Chen smiled and said, "Dad, aren't you doing quite well in the Calligraphy and Painting Association?"

Xiao Changkun sighed: "Doing quite well, but after all, I still can't make any money."

Ye Chen waved his hand: "You and Mom don't need to worry about making money. With me and Churan supporting this family, you two can retire and enjoy your old age in peace, or do something you like. I think the Calligraphy and Painting Association is quite good. It fits your hobbies, and you can cultivate your character and meet some new friends. Why not?"

Xiao Changkun said with some shame: "Always eating for free at home, Dad feels bad in his heart."

Ma Lan, who was on the side, curled her lips and mocked: "Oh my, Xiao Changkun, you even know you're eating for free? I thought you didn't have any self-awareness at all!"

Ye Chen hurriedly spoke up: "Mom, we are all one family, how can there be any talk of eating for free? Does it mean that in the future, you and Dad must go out to be self-reliant and self-sufficient?"

Upon hearing this, Ma Lan hurriedly waved her hand and said: "Oh, good son-in-law, Mom didn't mean that. Mom just thinks that it's fine if Xiao Changkun doesn't make money all day, but he doesn't do housework either, like a hands-off master. It's not very appropriate..."

Although Ma Lan wanted to mock Xiao Changkun, she didn't want to drag herself into the ditch. If Ye Chen really made her go out to find something to do, then she wouldn't have such a good, leisurely life in the future.

Xiao Changkun also hurriedly said: "In that case, from now on, I will be responsible for mopping the floor, sweeping, wiping the table, and taking out the trash in the house. It's all mine!"

Ye Chen shook his head helplessly, but he didn't stand on ceremony with Xiao Changkun. It just so happened that this villa had a large area, and cleaning was relatively troublesome. Moreover, Ye Chen wasn't used to hiring a live-in maid. After all, he had lived in the welfare institution since he was eight, and he didn't have the bad habits of a young master. Now, he was actually not used to having someone specifically following him around to serve him.

Seeing Xiao Changkun take the initiative to take on the housework, the balance in Ma Lan's heart was slightly more balanced, so she was too lazy to continue bickering with him.

Now, she was full of expectation for Chen Zekai's arrival, because Chen Zekai said he would send Ye Chen a VIP SPA card for Bai Jinhangong. This was what she cared about most now.

A few minutes later, Xiao Churan finished cooking the noodles, quickly rinsed them in cold water, served them in a bowl, poured the garlic sprout and meat sauce she made on top, placed them in front of Ye Chen along with chopsticks, and said with a smile, "Husband, hurry and taste my craft!"

Ye Chen took a deep sniff and praised: "It smells very fragrant, it must be delicious!"

After saying that, he immediately started to taste a mouthful.

This taste really didn't disappoint Ye Chen.

The taste of the garlic sprout and meat stir-fry was excellent. The garlic sprouts were very fresh, and the heat was controlled perfectly, so the texture was excellent. The pork belly was cut into meat cubes by Xiao Churan and the rich meat aroma was rendered out in the pot, mixed with the original fragrance of the garlic sprouts, which was very appetizing.

Moreover, the noodles were cooked just right, the softness and hardness were also very appropriate. It was clear that they were cooked with precise timing, and then rinsed in cold water very accurately, so the noodles were fragrant and chewy.

While eating, Ye Chen couldn't help but praise: "Wife, the noodles you made are really great! How come I didn't know you had such good skills before!"

Xiao Churan said with some shame: "Before, you were the one cooking, and I rarely got involved in kitchen matters. Since you like it, I will definitely find opportunities to cook for you often in the future!"

Ye Chen nodded gently and smiled: "That would be great! But wife, don't be too busy cooking. Isn't the project at the Emgrand Group quite busy? You should still take care of your career."

Xiao Churan hurriedly said: "I will arrange and balance it well, don't worry!"

After saying that, she instructed: "Eat quickly, if it's not enough, there are still noodles in the pot."

"Okay!"

Ye Chen ate two large bowls of noodles in a row, wiped his mouth, and sighed with satisfaction: "The noodles with sauce made by my wife are really the best I've ever eaten!"

Xiao Churan smiled sweetly with relief and said: "Next time I will make other sauces for you to taste!"

Ye Chen smiled: "That would be great."

Just as they were talking, the doorbell suddenly rang.

Ma Lan was the first to react and said excitedly: "Oh my! It must be Chen Zong coming to deliver the VIP card. I'll go open the door!"

After saying that, she had already run out.

Ye Chen stood up and said, "I'll go out and see too."

Xiao Churan then said to Xiao Changkun: "Dad, guests are here, let's go to the living room to say hello together."

"Okay." Xiao Changkun also wanted to get to know Chen Zekai, so he hurriedly followed Ye Chen out.

As soon as the three arrived in the living room, Ma Lan had already opened the door, and the person who came in was indeed Chen Zekai.

At this time, Chen Zekai said very politely: "Hello, Ms. Ma, I am Chen Zekai from Bai Jinhangong."

Ma Lan was unable to contain her excitement, hurriedly made space, made an inviting gesture, and said with a smile: "Oh, Chen Zong, please come in, please come in!"

Chen Zekai hurriedly said: "Then I will disturb you, Ms. Ma."

As he said this, just as he stepped in, he saw Ye Chen also walking over, so he hurriedly said respectfully: "Master Ye!"

Ye Chen nodded slightly and said: "Sorry for the trouble of you making a trip, I'm really sorry."

Chen Zekai said with flattered surprise: "What are you saying, please don't be so polite with me."

As he said this, he hurriedly took out two high-end envelopes customized by Bai Jinhangong from his pocket, handed them to Ye Chen, and said respectfully: "Master Ye, these are two unlimited VIP SPA cards for Bai Jinhangong, a small token of appreciation for Ms. Ma and your esteemed wife!"