The Martial Artist Turned Movie Mogul
Chapter 936 - 935. Is it just friendship?

Chapter 936: 935. Is it just friendship?

You should know that usually they visit the elderly sporadically, so the chances of gathering together are painfully slim.

"My mom is in the capital, we are having dinner together tomorrow night, and my dad is alone in our hometown, will go see him after the research is done."

Tang Shu answered truthfully, "Sister An An, how about you?"

"My parents wanted to watch the flag-raising ceremony, so they took the afternoon flight here, spending the holiday in the capital."

Ten minutes later, eight people gathered around the square table in the living room, immediately filling the already small living room.

Old Madam Yu made two signature dishes and also brought out a few pickled dishes. Professor Lu brought a few bottles of rice wine, said to be a local specialty, and An An brought some cured meat... The small table nearly covered all eight major cuisines from all directions.

However, Tang Shu was the only one who didn’t bring any special products.

QAQ, my face is burning up, what do I do?

She just brought some common medicines with her!

Thankfully, everyone present was academically inclined, so naturally, after catching up on family matters, the conversation shifted to research topics, involving various aspects due to everyone’s diverse work locations.

"Right, Xiao Shu, the professors told me you’re preparing for grad school next year, me and Little Qi brought some past material, all real questions and key points from recent years. We’ll give them to you later."

"Thank you, senpai."

Tang Shu was surprised for a moment and expressed her thanks, knowing that they got the information from Professor Yu.

Yet, what she didn’t expect was that day she received "essential grad school materials" from everyone, and when she left the Yu family compound, she was carrying a cardboard box provided by Old Madam Yu.

Of course, she also gave away her own... a whole stack of autographs, and a series of group photos.

According to several seniors, now her whole family spends all day in front of the TV watching her shows, and everyone young and old has become her fan.

At that moment, Tang Shu’s expression somewhat cracked.

Now even the elderly are catching up with the trend of idol chasing?

***

"What is this?"

"Um... grad school materials, a warm gift from the seniors."

The person who came to pick her up at the school doorway was Jing Yu, standing next to the business car with his long legs straight, his black suit almost blending into the background, his outstanding demeanor causing passing students to frequently turn their heads.

Hearing whispers of admiration nearby, Tang Shu, accustomed to the spotlight, felt a bit uneasy, her good mood somewhat dampened.

This man, really a beacon wherever he goes.

Wait... strange, why is she feeling a bit upset?

Under the gaze of the crowd, Jing Yu took the cardboard box from her arms and placed it in the trunk, at this moment, Tang Shu was very thankful for her ever-present mask and duckbill cap.

"Aunt Xia and Uncle Jing finally came back?"

"... Yeah," Jing Yu’s face looked strange, "might as well not have."

This piqued Tang Shu’s curiosity, "What happened?"

"They’re flying to Haila tomorrow, spending the next week on the grasslands, saying it’s to celebrate their 30th wedding anniversary."

"..."

Tang Shu turned her head to look at Jing Yu, who had been seemingly abandoned by his parents, and burst out laughing uncontrollably.

"Hahahaha~~~~"

"Is it that funny?"

"Um... no, I just think you’re superfluous at home."

"..."

Jing Yu, unusually at a loss for words, didn’t say anything for a while, and the two headed towards Palm Pavilion.

***

The week-long holiday is undoubtedly a joyful occasion for most people, and Tang Shu deeply felt this cheerful atmosphere from those around her.

For instance... within the two neighboring villas of Palm Pavilion, there were actually only two people left.

"Did Aunt Lin also go home?"

When the black business car stopped near the supermarket close to the residential area, Tang Shu knew that today’s grocery shopping task fell on them again.

"Yes, so for these seven days, I’ll be dining alone, and I ask Miss Tang, who will be staying in the capital, to take good care of me."

"At most, I will wash some fruits for you, as you know."

"No problem, you just focus on eating."

Jing Yu appeared to be in a very good mood, and Tang Shu, walking beside him, clearly felt the pleasant aura emanating from him.

"I’m not a glutton..."

"Right, you just like gourmet food."

Tang Shu glanced sideways at him, and his dark eyes were filled with laughter.

This is definitely teasing, absolutely!

Perhaps because the holiday had already begun, the large three-story supermarket was bustling with people everywhere—families, couples, and elderly people with shopping carts were a common sight.

"Put on your mask properly."

"I know."

Tang Shu, being somewhat a celebrity especially after her role in "The Doorway," was well recognized by the public. Even the old ladies walking on the street were familiar with her face, making it too easy for her to be recognized.

After putting on her disposable medical mask again and mingling among the crowd, a few people occasionally looked at her, but the common blue mask did not attract much attention.

Not far away, Jing Yu was approaching pushing an empty shopping cart, his tall figure and overly handsome face drawing countless young girls’ eyes.

Tang Shu: "..."

Felt like wearing the mask was pointless.

So when Jing Yu came over, what he saw was the girl’s eyes revealing grievance, and the cap on her head casting a shadow under the lighting, making her look very petite and... cute.

"What’s wrong?"

"Do you need a mask? I can offer one as a friendly gesture."

"Just as a friend?"

"..."

Tang Shu felt her face heating up beneath the blue mask, turned her head away and no longer looked at him, "Let’s go, hurry up and get home after shopping."

Jing Yu, seeing her ruffled look, chuckled softly and hurried to catch up, beginning the difficult task of smoothing things over.

"How about buying some baby bok choy? It can be cooked in stir-fry."

"..."

"Let’s also get some ribs, to make sweet and sour pork ribs."

"..."

"We need to buy some green onions, ginger, and garlic too, there isn’t enough at home... Want to have hot pot? We can get some meatballs and meats as well."

Soon, the shopping cart was nearly filled by Jing Yu, who quickly named whatever he saw. And miraculously, most of these dishes happened to be Tang Shu’s favorites.

"Xiao Shu, do you need anything else?"

Tang Shu glared at him, picked up potatoes, cauliflower, and celery from the vegetable section, with Jing Yu showing a smile behind her.

Those were his usual favorites.

When the two of them came out from the supermarket, Jing Yu’s hands were full, holding essential vegetables and several tropical fruits that Tang Shu was quite interested in.

In Tang Shu’s hands were the lightest snacks; according to Jing Yu, he hadn’t watched "The Doorway" yet and could use the snacks to pass the time later on.