Chapter 770: 773, acting, a powerful performer! (One more)

Situ Ya watched Shen’s father’s retreating figure, her eyes unable to hide the desolation within.

Seeing this, Shen’s mother immediately stepped forward to comfort her. "Ya Ya, don’t be angry. Your dad just has that kind of bad temper. Actually, he likes you very much, he’s just not good at expressing it."

Shen Haoguang also said, "That’s right, Ya Ya, please don’t take it to heart. My dad isn’t targeting you specifically, he’s the same with me."

Upon hearing this, Situ Ya immediately responded with a smile, "I’m not angry, we are family after all. What is there to be angry about? Mom, Haoguang, you don’t have to worry about me."

Shen’s mother affectionately linked arms with Situ Ya, "Ya Ya is truly a sensible and good child. Our Haoguang must have saved the galaxy in his last life to marry such a wonderful girl like you."

Situ Ya smiled shyly, "Mom, I’m not as good as you say I am."

Right then, the butler walked in from outside. Glancing at the three people in the room, he hesitated to speak, his expression somewhat tense.

Shen’s mother glanced at the butler, "Uncle Mu, just speak your mind. Ya Ya is not an outsider."

At those words, a glint of light flashed in the depths of Situ Ya’s eyes.

Having heard that, she felt that everything she had put in during this time was worthwhile; at least in Shen’s mother’s eyes, she was already regarded as part of the family.

Hearing this, the butler bent his back slightly, and spoke directly, "Madam, young master, Miss Duanmu is here for a visit, and she is now outside."

At these words, both Shen’s mother and Shen Haoguang immediately tensed up, their brows knitting together—this Duanmu Sheng, why did she have to choose tonight to arrive?

Situ Ya picked up her handbag, understanding the situation and said, "Mom, Haoguang, I will leave first then."

"Wait," Shen Haoguang caught hold of Situ Ya’s hand, "Come sit in my room for a bit. Duanmu Sheng won’t stay overnight."

"That wouldn’t be appropriate..." Situ Ya hesitated.

Shen’s mother also felt that they could not let Situ Ya be too unfairly treated—such a sensible girl! If it were someone else, who could be so generous? To voluntarily step back and let her man be in the same room as his mistress?

"Ya Ya, just listen to Haoguang," Shen’s mother also urged.

Hearing this, Situ Ya nodded, "Then I’ll go upstairs." Having rolled around in the sheets with Shen Haoguang in the Shen family home many times, she clearly knew where Shen Haoguang’s room was.

Once Situ Ya walked upstairs, Shen’s mother then turned to address the household staff, "Soon, the prospective daughter-in-law of the Shen family will come over as a guest. All of you better keep your mouths shut tightly. Be clear on what should be said and what should not. Understand?" Her last four words carried a clear note of warning.

"Understood!" The servants responded loudly.

Only then did Shen’s mother look satisfied and turned to the butler, "Uncle Mu, please go upstairs and call sir." As she finished, Shen’s mother also turned to Shen Haoguang, "Haoguang, come with me to the door and welcome Sheng Sheng."

"Okay, Mom."

Together, mother and son walked towards the door. Only by doing so could they show Duanmu Sheng the sincerity of the Shen family.

Shen’s mother personally opened the automatic door and gave Duanmu Sheng, who stood outside, a big hug, "Ah, this must be Sheng Sheng, right? You look even prettier in person than on the phone screen."

Before this, Duanmu Sheng and Shen’s mother had video-called more than once. To win over Duanmu Sheng, Shen’s mother had even changed her phone screen wallpaper to a photo of Duanmu Sheng.

"Auntie, I’m sorry," Duanmu Sheng bowed slightly toward Shen’s mother, apologizing, "I’ve had to cancel our meetings again and again due to work reasons, and only managed to find the time to visit you today. I hope you will not mind."

Shen’s mother wore an understanding smile, "Silly child, what is there to be sorry about? The fact that you could come today shows us great respect. Come on in, come in. Haoguang, what are you standing there for? Quickly help Sheng Sheng with her things."

Duanmu Sheng did not come empty-handed, carrying two paper bags in her hand.

Duanmu Sheng laughed and said, "Auntie, it’s fine. They’re not heavy at all."

"I’ll take them," Shen Haoguang immediately took the paper bags from Duanmu Sheng’s hands, "Otherwise, my mom would worry. Why didn’t you let me know before coming today?"

"Isn’t it to surprise you?" Duanmu Sheng voluntarily hooked arms with Shen Haoguang, smiling, "How is it? Are you surprised?"

Duanmu Sheng told Shen Haoguang beforehand that she had to go on a business trip for a few days, so he did not expect her to suddenly visit the Shen family this evening.

Moreover, it happened to be on a day when Situ Ya was also present.

For Shen Haoguang, this was not a surprise, but a shock!

Luckily, Shen’s mother had briefed the servants beforehand; otherwise, letting Duanmu Sheng walk right into the Shen family home like this would have left him with no excuse.

After all, in front of Duanmu Sheng, Shen Haoguang had always deliberately acted as if he was not very fond of Situ Ya.

"Surprise, surprise!" Shen Haoguang cooperated and kissed Duanmu Sheng’s forehead, "I haven’t seen our Sheng Sheng for many days, and it seems you’ve become even more beautiful."

"Your mother is here!" Duanmu Sheng pushed against Shen Haoguang’s chest in slight discontent, "Can’t you be more proper?"

"Isn’t it because you like my improperness?" Shen Haoguang wrapped his arm around Duanmu Sheng’s waist, whispering in her ear, his warm breath spreading evenly over her ear, her earlobe turning red instantly. She breathed in deeply, her breath carrying the heady scent of masculine hormones.

It was somewhat flirtatious.

Shen’s mother quickly interjected, "It’s okay, it’s okay. You young people continue, just pretend this old woman isn’t here."

Hearing Shen’s mother’s words, Duanmu Sheng’s face flushed even more, finding the experience of meeting the parents not bad at all.

Soon, the three of them reached the living room, Shen’s mother personally serving Duanmu Sheng tea and water, "Sheng Sheng, what would you like to drink? Black tea or a soft drink?"

Duanmu Sheng replied very politely, "Thank you, auntie, plain water will be fine."

"Sheng Sheng, make yourself at home and don’t be shy around auntie. Look how thin you are, would you like me to get you a glass of milk?" Shen’s mother was extremely enthusiastic.

After all, the entire future hopes of the Shen family were pinned on Duanmu Sheng.

"Thank you, auntie," Duanmu Sheng also politely said, "Milk is fine."

"Alright then, I’ll go pour it for you." Shen’s mother walked towards the kitchen with a smile, but as soon as she reached the kitchen, her smile collapsed and she was like a different person.

This Duanmu Sheng, does she really think she is some kind of princess? Sitting there like a log, not even knowing to move a little bit!

In the past, when Situ Ya visited the Shen family, she not only brought gifts, but she also took the initiative to pour tea for her in-laws!

But Duanmu Sheng is another story! She is going to be my future daughter-in-law, and she actually lets me serve her milk.

At that moment, Shen’s mother felt extremely unbalanced in her heart.

In her mind, the ideal daughter-in-law should be someone like Situ Ya, who knows how to serve the in-laws.

Since ancient times, the duty of a daughter-in-law has been to serve the in-laws. Duanmu Sheng, however, has not even officially become a member of the Shen family and she’s already putting on airs!

Duanmu Sheng thinks she can shit on my head!

The more Shen’s mother thought about it, the more upset she became, her heart burning with anger! But, at this moment, she still had to swallow that fire and pretend she was very satisfied and fond of Duanmu Sheng.

Shen’s mother carried the milk to the living room with a smile, handing it to Duanmu Sheng with a kindly expression, "Sheng Sheng, you must be tired from your journey, drink your milk quickly."

Duanmu Sheng stood up with etiquette, took the milk, and expressed her thanks.

Just then, Shen’s father came downstairs, and upon seeing Duanmu Sheng, he showed a very warm smile, "Sheng Sheng, your uncle and I have been looking forward to seeing you for several days now, and you’re finally here."

The smile on Shen’s father’s face was not feigned, but genuinely came from the heart.

Duanmu Sheng is the third young miss of the Duanmu family, with a good background and a clean reputation, matching the Shen family well. Long ago, Shen’s father had advised Shen Haoguang more than once to break off with Situ Ya to pursue Duanmu Sheng properly, but Shen Haoguang was as if bewitched by Situ Ya.

But thinking about it, it made sense; Situ Ya’s mother was a brothel keeper, and she herself was an adult comic artist, so her bedroom skills were probably top-notch.

Men are simple in their interests, aren’t they?

It’s quite normal for Shen Haoguang to be captivated by Situ Ya.

"Uncle, I’m Duanmu Sheng," she stood up and greeted Shen’s father very politely.

"We’re family, Sheng Sheng, there’s no need for formalities, sit down. Tell Haoguang what snacks you like, and he’ll get them for you," said Shen’s father as he sat down beside Shen’s mother.

Shen’s mother also said, "Right, right, Haoguang, quickly go get some treats for Sheng Sheng."

"Uncle, aunt, I’m not hungry, don’t trouble yourselves," Duanmu Sheng declined with a smile.

"No, no, Haoguang, go ahead," Shen’s mother looked up toward Shen Haoguang.

Without a word, Shen Haoguang got up and walked to another room.

"Oh my, look at this child’s skin, so fine, like tender tofu..." Shen’s mother held Duanmu Sheng’s arm, praising her with a smile, appearing to really like Duanmu Sheng, to the point where those unaware might assume Duanmu Sheng was her own daughter.

Duanmu Sheng felt the warmth of Shen’s mother’s enthusiasm and somewhat bashfully said, "Auntie, you also look very well-preserved, your real age doesn’t show at all."

"Really?" Shen’s mother immediately cradled her face in her hands, looking delighted, "Sheng Sheng, you can’t be flattering me."

"No, really," Duanmu Sheng nodded earnestly, then, as if she’d just remembered something, took out two beautifully wrapped paper bags from under the coffee table.

Duanmu Sheng continued, "Uncle, auntie, this is a small token for our first meeting, please accept it with my compliments."

Upon hearing that these were gifts for them, a flash of disdain quickly crossed Shen’s mother’s eyes. Situ Ya always came with big and small packages, but Duanmu Sheng, being from a prominent family, only brought two paper boxes!

Could it be that the boxes contained something extremely valuable? Thinking this, Shen’s mother’s mood immediately improved a lot.

It must be so, Duanmu Sheng was from a prominent family, whatever she brought would surely be pricey, trivial things couldn’t be worthy.

"Thank you, Sheng Sheng, but we can’t accept such courtesies in the future, we’re family after all," Shen’s mother’s eyes twinkled as she spoke, no trace of discontent visible on her face.

When it came to acting, Shen’s mother was definitely in a class of her own.

"No need to thank me," Duanmu Sheng continued, "Uncle, auntie, why don’t you open it and see if you like it." Her eyes were filled with anticipation.

"Sure, sure," Shen’s father and Shen’s mother smiled and nodded, eagerly opening the paper boxes.

Upon seeing the gifts inside, both Shen’s father and Shen’s mother felt extreme disappointment, but their faces did not betray their feelings, still appearing very happy.

Holding up a wine-red scarf, Shen’s mother feigned excitement, "Sheng Sheng, you are so thoughtful! Such a beautiful scarf, where did you buy it? I really like it."

Although she said she liked it, inside Shen’s mother was utterly disgusted.

Did Duanmu Sheng think she was appeasing a beggar? A single scarf to fob her off?

"I’m glad you like it, auntie," seeing Shen’s mother’s apparent joy, Duanmu Sheng was reassured and smiled, "Actually, I didn’t buy it. Before coming here, I was thinking about what kind of gift to prepare for you. The Shen family surely lacks for nothing, so I decided to knit a scarf by hand."

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