Chapter 432 : Only Mom Can!
“Ye Ye, Mom’s home~!”
Ling Ning pushed open the door to her home, greeted by the sight of her daughter, Ling Ye, and Xia You sitting in the living room, engrossed in a game.
Hearing her Mom’s voice, Ling Ye instantly dropped her controller and bounded over to her, leaping into her arms for a tight hug. Inhaling the faint, familiar scent of her Mom, a contented smile spread across Ling Ye’s face. Mom’s energy is the best energy.
Xia You followed suit, taking the shopping bags from Ling Ning. Her gaze lingered on Su Ya, who stood hesitantly behind Ling Ning. Xia You’s expression darkened ever so slightly. As expected, Su Ya had been with Ling Ning last night. Even though she had prepared herself for this possibility, it still left a sour taste.
Noticing Xia You’s gaze, Su Ya blinked in surprise. She hadn’t expected Xia You to be at Ling Ning’s home. Were they neighbors, or was there another reason?
Ling Ye, too, finally noticed the extra presence. Tilting her head, she peered around her Mom to see a pretty young woman standing behind her. This must be the “classmate” who had spent the night with her Mom. Something about this felt… off.
“Ye Ye, let me introduce you,” Ling Ning said cheerfully. “This is Su Ya, one of my classmates. You can call her Sister Xiao Ya. Xiao Ya, this is my… younger sister, Ling Ye. As for Xia You, well, no introduction needed there. We’re neighbors.”
Ling Ye squinted as she scrutinized Su Ya before breaking into a sweet smile. “Hello, Sister Xiao Ya.”
Though she hadn’t decided if this “Sister Xiao Ya” was friend or foe, good manners dictated she remain polite.
“Hello.”
Su Ya replied with a smile. She couldn’t help but think, As expected of Ling Ning’s sister—so adorable and beautiful at such a young age. When she grows up, she’ll definitely be just as stunning.
Ling Ye, sensing a strange glint in Su Ya’s eyes, immediately ducked behind Ling Ning, her gaze wary. Something about this “big sister” seemed… dangerous.
“You bought a lot of groceries, Ling Ning.”
Ling Ning gave a sheepish laugh. “I may have gone a bit overboard.”
Xia You’s subtle look of disapproval made Ling Ning inwardly sigh. Maybe I shouldn’t have brought Su Ya here after all. But what choice did I have? Sooner or later, she was bound to visit.
Deciding to tackle the awkwardness head-on, Ling Ning suggested,
“Xiao Ya, why don’t you play some games with Ye Ye? Xia You and I will handle the cooking.”
“Okay!”
Su Ya’s attention immediately returned to Ling Ye. While she had originally wanted to watch Ling Ning cook, playing with the little girl seemed far more entertaining.
As she watched Su Ya try to engage Ling Ye, Ling Ning chuckled softly and headed into the kitchen. The moment she stepped inside, she found herself pinned against the counter in a surprise kabedon, followed by a passionate kiss.
Ling Ning froze, utterly dumbfounded. This is the kitchen! It’s so close to the living room! What if Su Ya or Ye Ye walks in? The consequences were too terrifying to imagine.
After a long moment, Xia You finally pulled back, her voice low and almost sultry. “Ling Ning, you spent the night with her, didn’t you?”
Ling Ning blinked, caught off guard by the question. The intensity in Xia You’s eyes made her heart race, but she managed to nod. “Y-Yes.”
Seeing Ling Ning’s flustered expression, Xia You’s somber face brightened with a mischievous grin. “Relax. Didn’t I tell you? As long as you stay by my side, I don’t care about anything else.”
Before Ling Ning could breathe a sigh of relief, Xia You added, “That said, I still get jealous. For example… care to explain the bra you’re wearing right now?”
“Eh!?” Ling Ning stammered, her mind reeling. How did she even notice? “I-It’s because of the rain! My clothes got wet, so…”
“Oh? If I’m not mistaken, those cheap lingerie sets only come from love motels. Care to elaborate on what exactly happened last night?”
“I-I didn’t! Nothing happened! Really!”
“Is that so?”
“Of course! You know what kind of person I am!”
Xia You chuckled softly and pulled Ling Ning into a warm embrace. Whispering in her ear, she said, “You don’t need to explain. I’ve always trusted you, Ling Ning—now and forever.”
“Mm…”
Just as their lips were about to meet again, Su Ya’s voice echoed from the doorway. “Ling Ning, need any help?”
Startled, they quickly separated. Ling Ning turned toward Su Ya, trying her best to look nonchalant. “N-No, we’ve got it covered. The kitchen’s a bit small, so you just enjoy yourself with Ye Ye. Dinner will be ready soon.”
“Alright.”
Su Ya nodded and returned to the living room. Though everything seemed normal, she couldn’t shake the feeling that something was… off.
Back in the kitchen, Ling Ning let out a quiet sigh of relief. That was way too close.
Meanwhile, in the living room, Su Ya was completely focused on Ling Ye. Her ultimate goal? Pinch those irresistibly cute cheeks. She tried various strategies but failed each time. Ling Ye deftly dodged every attempt, even throwing in a cheeky, “Ye Ye’s cheeks are only for Mom to pinch! No one else!”
“Ugh, I wish I had such an adorable little sister!” Su Ya grumbled inwardly.
Peeking into the living room, Ling Ning felt a wave of relief. She had dodged a bullet earlier. Turning to Xia You, she said, “I’ll head to my room to change. Can you rinse the vegetables?”
Just as she was about to leave, Xia You grabbed her arm. Smirking, she said, “Actually… that lingerie looks pretty good on you. Why bother changing?”
“E-Eh!?”
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Author’s Note:
Salty Fish has only reached 30 pools. I’m doomed!