Super Soldier in the City
Chapter 122: What is your relationship?

Chapter 122: Chapter 122: What is your relationship?

The two chatted and laughed all the way to the temple at the mountain top. Xu Shanshan curiously looked around with great interest. Li Yifei followed behind Xu Shanshan and helped explain things to her along the way.

The most lively place in Hualong Temple was the incense-offering area. At this time, the devout followers were each holding incense sticks, sincerely placing them in the incense burner. The smoke was thick, making the eyes water, but no one seemed to mind.

Xu Shanshan also ran over to buy an incense stick and lined up to offer it, while Li Yifei stood to the side waiting for her. He didn’t believe in these things at all. Having completed so many tasks with the Flying Hawk Squad over the years and returning safely was due to his own hard work, not praying to gods or Buddha.

"Brother Li!" a delighted voice called out, and a girl ran over quickly.

Li Yifei was very familiar with this girl; it was Su Yiyi. He didn’t expect to encounter her here. Glancing at Xu Shanshan, who was standing in line and not looking his way at the moment, he smiled and said to Su Yiyi, "How did you come here?"

Su Yiyi’s little face was flushed with excitement as she replied, "I didn’t have anything to do today, so I came here to offer some incense."

"You actually believe in this?" Li Yifei asked with a smile. He liked Su Yiyi quite a lot, but it was just a kind of fondness, not love.

Su Yiyi’s expression changed, and she said anxiously, "Brother Li, you can’t speak recklessly here. Buddha bless us, my Brother Li just misspoke for a moment. Please don’t hold it against him."

It was the first time Li Yifei had seen Su Yiyi get anxious with him. Seeing her sincere demeanor, his heart softened, and he immediately said, "I did misspeak; Buddha will not blame me."

Su Yiyi finally relaxed and softly said, "Brother Li, this place is truly spiritual."

"Really?" Li Yifei asked with a smile, "What have you prayed for that came true?"

Su Yiyi blushed and lowered her head, not daring to meet his eyes. Li Yifei guessed right away that it must have something to do with him, so he was too embarrassed to ask further.

At this moment, Su Yiyi looked up and softly said, "Brother Li, I prayed to see you today, and then I saw you right away. Is that spiritual or not?"

Li Yifei couldn’t help but chuckle, "Did you climb such a high mountain just to see me?"

Su Yiyi bit her lip and said with a blush, "There’s more... but... but... I can’t tell you."

Li Yifei patted Su Yiyi’s shoulder, saying, "Then I won’t ask."

Su Yiyi nodded, her eyes filled with deep affection as she looked at Li Yifei and asked, "Brother Li, why did you come here today?"

Li Yifei pointed to the line over there and said, "I came with a friend."

Su Yiyi followed his finger and her expression quickly changed, saying somewhat disappointingly, "Brother Li, is it that girl with the big curly hair?"

Li Yifei was impressed by Su Yiyi. He had just casually pointed, and she immediately sensed he was indicating Xu Shanshan. Was it possible she really had a sixth sense? He had to say, "Yes."

Su Yiyi took a breath, her face breaking into a radiant smile, and said, "Brother Li, I’ll go now. If she sees you with me, it might lead to misunderstandings."

Li Yifei playfully knocked on Su Yiyi’s head and laughed, "What nonsense are you talking? She’s the sister of our boss, but it wouldn’t be great if she saw us together. I’m accompanying her today on the boss’s orders."

Su Yiyi’s smile bloomed like a flower, "Brother Li, then I’ll leave you to it. I’ll head back now."

"Go ahead, be careful on your way down," Li Yifei nodded.

"I will," Su Yiyi nodded, then gave Li Yifei a deep look, her eyes filled with affection, and walked lightly down the mountain.

Li Yifei shook his head. This little girl seemed to like him more and more, making him a bit reluctant to face her lately.

He smoked two cigarettes before Xu Shanshan finished offering her incense. As soon as she returned, she squinted her eyes and sized up Li Yifei, making him feel a bit uneasy. He asked, "Why are you looking at me like that?"

Xu Shanshan suddenly punched him and gruffly said, "So, I guess my sister isn’t doing that with you now, and you can actually endure it."

Li Yifei suddenly felt a bit flustered and said, "Shanshan, can we not talk about this topic?"

"We have to talk about it. What’s the deal with that girl earlier?" Xu Shanshan continued with a stern face.

Li Yifei knew she was talking about Su Yiyi, so he calmly explained, "She’s a university student; I’ve helped her before, so she’s more familiar with me."

Xu Shanshan stared into Li Yifei’s eyes and said, "Really? You two are just ordinary friends?"

Li Yifei met Xu Shanshan’s gaze calmly and said, "What else do you think it could be?"

Xu Shanshan pouted and said, "The girl ran to you with excitement, clearly demonstrating that she has a strong affection for you. Such a pretty girl, and you aren’t tempted?"

Li Yifei chuckled and said, "Does that mean I should be tempted for every girl I’m familiar with?"

"Aren’t men all like that?"

"Shanshan, you’re a beautiful girl too. Should I be tempted when I see you then?"

Xu Shanshan tilted her head, her eyes running over Li Yifei. "Alright, looks like you found a reason to convince me. But... why aren’t you tempted when you see me? I’m just like my sister."

This left Li Yifei in an awkward sweatbath, and he awkwardly said, "Shanshan, don’t tease your brother-in-law. You’re my sister-in-law. If I dared to be tempted by you, your sister would skin me alive."

Xu Shanshan then burst into laughter, "So if you had met me first, you’d be tempted by me too?"

Li Yifei laughed, "That’s for sure, but now my heart is calm like still water, and apart from your sister, I don’t dare to have any other thoughts about other girls."

Suddenly, Xu Shanshan wrapped her arm around Li Yifei’s, giggling as she said, "You passed. Looks like my sister made the right choice in picking you."

It wasn’t the first time Li Yifei had been held by Xu Shanshan like this. He wasn’t embarrassed, and having a beautiful girl like Xu Shanshan hold him was indeed a bit satisfying. Besides, since Xu Shanshan and Xu Yingying were twins and now they were dressed alike, it made Li Yifei feel as though he was being held by Xu Yingying.

Xu Yingying, the company boss, was rarely this gentle. Even when dealing with Xu Shanshan, holding arms felt awkward, so this moment allowed Li Yifei to satisfy some of his fantasies.

The two didn’t hurry down the mountain. They wandered around the temple again before heading down together.

After descending, it was already noon. They wanted to find a restaurant to eat, and conveniently, there were some local places nearby. It was springtime, so some freshly caught small fish from the river were particularly fresh. They ordered a variety of these specialties and started eating.

It was the first time Xu Shanshan had tasted these. As she ate, she praised, "This is really delicious. Brother-in-law, it was worth coming out with you. Last time I came here, my sister didn’t take me to eat something this good."

Li Yifei chuckled, "Your sister is busy, unlike your brother-in-law, who’s a free man."

"Tsk, I figured it out. My sister is holding back your potential. With your ability, Brother-in-law, you could definitely outdo my sister if you wanted to."

"I’d rather not deal with all that trouble. Here, try this."

Li Yifei was referring to a kind of mountain frog, which lived in mountain streams. This time of year, their bellies were full of eggs and tasted particularly good. However, these were not common in the market, only available in places with mountain streams.

"This... is a bit scary," Xu Shanshan was hesitant. Girls usually have a fear of frogs and snakes. Among the six dishes on the table, this was the only one untouched.

Li Yifei took a bite, chewing with an expression of pleasure, "If you don’t eat it, I’ll finish it alone."

Seeing Li Yifei enjoy it so much made Xu Shanshan drool. She pursed her lips and asked, "Is this really edible?"

Li Yifei didn’t say a word, simply placing a piece on his own plate, eating slowly.

Finally, Xu Shanshan couldn’t resist the allure of good food. She cautiously picked a small piece, and forcing herself past the discomfort, she placed it in her mouth.

Watching her, Li Yifei asked, "How is it?"

Xu Shanshan smacked her lips and said, "I didn’t really taste anything, but it doesn’t feel uncomfortable either." Then she picked up another leg to eat.

As soon as she did, her eyes lit up as she incoherently said, "This is tasty, better than fish."

Li Yifei laughed loudly, "If it wasn’t good, would I have ordered it for you?"

Xu Shanshan nodded repeatedly, "I knew my Brother-in-law was good to me, it’s delicious."

Xu Shanshan ate without a care for her image, grabbing another whole one after finishing the small leg, eating heartily.

This was a difference between Xu Shanshan and Xu Yingying. Xu Yingying would always maintain her image when eating, even at home alone with Li Yifei, chewing slowly and deliberately. How she ate when alone was something Li Yifei couldn’t see.

Xu Shanshan, on the other hand, was very casual. If it was tasty, she’d eat vigorously, chatting while eating without a trace of ladylike behavior. However, this genuine nature was also very appealing, making people feel close to her.

As they were enjoying their meal, four young people walked in. At a glance, it was clear that these were wealthy individuals, each dressed in global brands, carrying expensive phones and bags. Two of them held car keys, one for a Ferrari and one for a Porsche. Li Yifei and Xu Shanshan sat by the window. Turning to look outside, they saw two silver luxury cars parked in the yard, a Porsche and a Ferrari.