Deng Jia’s cheeks blushed slightly as she nudged her sister, "I just think his outfit looks good, and I’m thinking of buying the same set for my boyfriend."

"Alright, alright, I got it. Don’t worry, I won’t rat you out to your brother-in-law."

Listening to their conversation, even the flustered Yao Lingling couldn’t help but smile widely.

Hmph! He is my boyfriend today!

Not to mention, senior has impeccable looks and charisma, truly a catch.

Under their watchful eyes.

Tang Song put away his phone, took a cup of lemon water from the shopkeeper, and turned to walk out of the tea shop.

"Oh no, the attractive man is leaving," Deng Yuxuan said regretfully, then blushed, "Wait, something’s not right. He seems to be looking at us... and he’s walking towards us, he’s smiling... so handsome! Even more than those retouched celebrity photos! Such great presence!"

Standing next to her, Deng Jia couldn’t help but blush too, sneaking glances at the boy walking towards them.

His stride was relaxed, his shoulders upright, high nose bridge, and gentle smile hanging on his rosy lips.

His fine eyebrows and clear eyes exuded a distinct and cool charisma.

It made the bustling amusement center feel like his own stage.

Next, he reached out his slender fingers to take out a straw, ripped open the packaging, and inserted it into the lid of the lemon water.

The action was elegant yet effortless, with an inherent aesthetic beauty.

He came closer and walked straight to them.

Both sisters instinctively held their breath.

Tang Song first naturally brought the cup of lemon water with the inserted straw to Yao Lingling’s lips.

Then he smiled and asked, "Lingling, bumped into friends?"

Yao Lingling instinctively opened her mouth and took two large gulps.

Cold and refreshing, she felt it was the best lemon water she’d ever had.

Deng Jia and Deng Yuxuan’s expressions froze, looking at Yao Lingling in disbelief.

What is going on?

Suppressing her wildly smiling lips, Yao Lingling introduced, "These are my aunt’s two daughters, cousin Deng Jia and cousin Deng Yuxuan."

Tang Song nodded politely, "Hello, I’m Tang Song."

"H-hi." "Hello."

The two awkwardly responded, still a bit dazed.

In close proximity, they could feel even more of Tang Song’s aura and charm.

Judging from their intimate behavior just now and Lingling’s reaction, there was definitely something special between them.

Deng Yuxuan swallowed, and couldn’t help but quietly ask, "Sister Lingling... is this... your...?"

"Emm..." Yao Lingling stammered, not knowing how to introduce him for a moment.

Senior? Boss? Friend? ... Boyfriend?

Tang Song chuckled lightly and voluntarily said, "I’m Lingling’s boyfriend."

Yao Lingling’s body jerked sharply, became stiff, and her face instantly flushed hot.

B-boyfriend?!

Senior... he actually... admitted it voluntarily?!

Aaaaah! Oh my god!

A surge of unprecedented joy burst like fireworks in her mind, completely overwhelming her.

Deng Jia and Deng Yuxuan were full of shock and disbelief.

While Lingling was quite pretty and had a good personality, standing next to someone like Tang Song, the difference was still evident.

Sensing the atmosphere was somewhat unusual.

Tang Song spoke again, "Sorry, I didn’t know I’d run into you guys, so I only bought one drink. What would you like, I’ll go get it."

Deng Jia and Deng Yuxuan quickly shook their heads, "No need, no need, we just had some."

Then, Deng Yuxuan tugged at Yao Lingling’s arm, excited as a little sparrow, "Sister Lingling, you’re really something! When did this happen?"

"Just... recently... hehe..."

Yao Lingling shyly glanced at Tang Song, feeling lightheaded.

Couldn’t resist sneaking a peek at Tang Song.

Only to see him lower his head and take a sip of lemon water, his lips slightly curved, and even winking at her.

This brief moment of flirtation sent an electric current coursing through her body, making Yao Lingling’s legs almost go weak.

...

After some small talk, the four of them started playing together at the amusement center.

Not long after.

"Ring ring—"

Yao Lingling’s phone suddenly rang.

[Mom]

Her heart skipped a beat.

After saying a word to Tang Song and the others, she walked to a corner to answer the call.

"Hey, mom."

On the other end of the line, her mother Zhang Xiufang’s voice held a hint of probing, "Lingling, are you at Yunxi Valley Resort?"

Yao Lingling’s face stiffened.

Oh no! It was inevitable!

She forced a smile, "Yeah, I’m here with friends, didn’t expect you guys to be here too."

"I knew it!" Zhang Xiufang sighed with relief, "Then why don’t you come over for a meal, your uncle’s family knows you’re here, it’s not appropriate if you don’t come, everyone’s waiting."

"But... I came with friends, leaving them behind... doesn’t seem right."

"Just come for a meal and then carry on with your plans." Zhang Xiufang lowered her voice, with a hint of excitement, "It’ll also help me save face."

Yao Lingling’s mouth twitched, "Alright, I’ll go over in a minute."

Ending the call, her head buzzed with noise.

Sighing, she walked back over.

Looking at Tang Song, she hesitated.

"What’s wrong? Is something up?" Tang Song asked with concern.

Yao Lingling hesitated for a moment, then softly explained, "I just found out that my uncle’s family is hosting a dinner at the resort restaurant today to welcome my cousin’s boyfriend, all the relatives are there. Being in the area, it’s not appropriate for me not to go."

"What a coincidence." Tang Song raised an eyebrow.