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Chapter 29 - 29
Chapter 29 - 29
Chapter 29: Chapter 29
Translator: EndlessFantasy Translation Editor: EndlessFantasy Translation
In the end, Huang Xiaolong did manage to get hold of the money as he had hoped.
Cash, after deducting the 1 million paid back to Brother Hu, amounted to 4.68 million. It filled up two large lockboxes.
Brother Yin Si and Brother Hu, after losing five times in a row, slumped like mud in the casino. They looked as though they had been emptied out, their faces as white as sheets. They sent off Huang Xiaolong and Su Xiaoman like they were warding off the plague. They probably would be mentally scarred by their losses in the future.
Huang Xiaolong strolled along, easily hoisting the two large boxes of cash, grinning from ear to ear.
Su Xiaoman, with her slender and fair legs, pranced along like a gleeful lark by his side. Under the moonlight, she looked relaxed and unconfined. Her adorable face was as beautiful as an angel’s.
Now, Su Xiaoman was one hundred percent certain that Huang Xiaolong was her life-saver!
She even developed a strong sense of belonging towards Huang Xiaolong!
Every time she looked at him, she felt an inexplicable tenderness in her heart, much like a wife towards her husband.
‘If you vow to stay with me, I will spend my life with you till death do us part.’ This quote truly encapsulated Su Xiaoman’s feelings.
“Little Long, aren’t the boxes too heavy? Take a rest,” Su Xiaoman quietly suggested.
“Not at all,” Huang Xiaolong grinned. “Sister Xiaoman, I’ve never seen so much money in my life…”
“Neither have I,” Su Xiaoman said. “It’s almost like a dream, Little Long, you’re incredible…”
“Hey, I am impressive, aren’t I, Sister Xiaoman? Didn’t I ever tell you? I’m the pride of our village!” Huang Xiaolong shamelessly declared.
“Pfff—” Su Xiaoman chuckled irresistibly. She had never laughed with such joyous delight and unrestrained liberation.
“Sister Xiaoman, you look so pretty when you laugh. You should laugh more,” Huang Xiaolong sweetly stared at Su Xiaoman, thinking to himself, the city folk’s idea of a ‘goddess’ must refer to women like Sister Xiaoman.
Once their gaze met, Su Xiaoman started to feel a surge of nerves she had never experienced before. She managed to muster a response, “Yes… Little Long, I… I’ll make sure to laugh more from now on… I’ll… I’ll direct all my smiles exclusively at you…”
Huang Xiaolong was also experiencing an unprecedented feeling; his heart felt as if it was coated in sweet, delicious honey making him feel ineffably comfortable and gratified.
“Speaking of which, Little Long, Brother Hu’s well-connected boss… I heard he’s quite an influential figure in the whole of Binhai city…” Su Xiaoman suddenly lapsed into worry. “We need to be careful…”
“Sister Xiaoman, don’t be scared, no matter how well-connected Brother Hu is, it’s best he doesn’t cross my path. Otherwise… hehehe!” Huang Xiaolong laughed it off carelessly. In his laughter, a fleeting hint of wickedness rushed across his face.
The two returned to the fast-food store.
The muscular guys were still in the store, smoking and chit-chatting while waiting.
Seeing Huang Xiaolong return lugging the two massive lockboxes, they didn’t dare to ask questions. They promptly stood up and swung into action.
Huang Xiaolong directed the muscular men to move all the prizes into his previously empty house.
Once the muscular men left, only Huang Xiaolong and Su Xiaoman were left in the room.
“Little Long, did you just buy all these appliances and home essentials?” Su
Xiaoman wondered. “You bought too much at once, there isn’t enough space in the room to fit everything. And there are so many luxury items…”
“No, Sister Xiaoman, these are all prizes I won. Didn’t cost me a penny!” Huang Xiaolong remarked cheerfully as he plugged in the television. “From now on, we can watch TV, there are so many lovely girls on TV…”
“They’re all winnings?” Su Xiaoman looked puzzled, but she quickly got down to tidying up the room for Huang Xiaolong.
You have to give it to Su Xiaoman for her inherit knack and thoughtfulness. She was hardworking and diligent. In less than an hour, she had neatly organised the house, placing everything in its perfect spot. All the items were displayed at the most suitable places.
The house felt more like a home.
After she was done, Su Xiaoman’s face was covered with a thin layer of sweat and her face glowed with a healthy radiance. Her cherry-like lips curled upwards, “Little Long, do you like how I’ve organized everything? If anything is amiss, let me know and I’ll rearrange it…”
“No need, Sister Xiaoman, this is perfect… You really are very wise and virtuous!” Huang Xiaolong exclaimed.
After saying this, Huang Xiaolong quickly grabbed a few prizes and handed them to Su Xiaoman. “Sister Xiaoman, take these things. I have no use for them.”
“Umm— Little Long, why are you being so polite… You’ve already helped me a lot, I can’t accept more stuff from you,” Su Xiaoman hurriedly retorted.
“Sister Xiaoman, take these, take them, quickly now…” Huang Xiaolong insisted, shoving the items into Su Xiaoman’s hands.
Su Xiaoman had no choice but to accept, secretly feeling ecstatic inside.
A set of Lanc?me luxury cosmetics from France, and a refined 20 gram platinum necklace from Chow Tai Fook.
After a little more chitchat, Su Xiaoman said goodbye reluctantly.
“Sister Xiaoman, now that your gambling debt is paid off, Brother Hu won’t bother you anymore. You can now freely continue with your smoked duck business and earn money… Shouldn’t we celebrate this?” Huang Xiaolong happily suggested as he escorted Su Xiaoman to the door. “How about I treat you to lunch tomorrow?”
“Sounds good, let’s celebrate!” Su Xiaoman turned back with a radiant smile, “Celebrating my rebirth!”
“Then I’ll come to your shop to find you tomorrow afternoon.” Huang Xiaolong replied with a smile.
“I’ll wait for you.” Su Xiaoman nodded.
“Goodnight, Sister Xiaoman, ” said Huang Xiaolong, preparing to close the door.
Suddenly, gathering courage, Su Xiaoman leaned forward, stood on her tiptoes, and swiftly planted a kiss on Huang Xiaolong’s lips.
Then, with a face full of intoxicating charm, she turned and dashed away..