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However, Lin Yiting felt somewhat disheartened that Ying Zhao had left home without notifying him, and that they hadn't shared breakfast together as usual.

Lowering his eyelids, he pondered that perhaps his sudden departure to his room alone yesterday had left Ying Zhao feeling somewhat displeased.

At that thought, Lin Yiting felt the need to properly make it up to Xiao Zhou. Consequently, he called his secretary to inform that he would not be returning to the office to handle business affairs today.

Instead, he had Uncle Lin purchase a variety of ingredients that Ying Zhao was fond of, determined to personally prepare a meal featuring Ying Zhao’s favorite dishes tonight.

Ying Zhao was busy all day with the arrangements in his new laboratory. He had even brought back two capable assistants from country Y. However, with the numerous responsibilities on hand, collaboration with other researchers in the institution was inevitable.

After a full day's work and successfully organizing all the collaborative projects, Ying Zhao finally breathed a sigh of relief. Somewhat weary, he left the lab and headed towards the school gate.

However, for some unknown reason, as Ying Zhao walked, he suddenly felt a chill, sensing as if he was being watched by someone with malicious intent.

Ying Zhao had always possessed keen senses, so he was certain that his feeling was not an illusion. He noticed a shadow flickering past behind the trees nearby.

Ying Zhao narrowed his eyes, halted in his tracks, and asked Xiao Bai in his mind, “Xiao Bai, who was that just now? Who is spying on me?”

Although Ying Zhao was aware that Lin Yiting had people watching over him usually, the gaze he felt just now was definitely not from them.

Hearing Ying Zhao’s query, Xiao Bai quickly responded, “Host, that person was the protagonist shou (receiver) of this small world, Meng Jiaqi.”

Only then did Ying Zhao remember that Meng Jiaqi was indeed studying at the Saint Lin Academy. According to the plot of this world, Meng Jiaqi had already reincarnated at this point.

What remained uncertain was whether, given the assistance and influence he had provided to Lin Ze over the past years, the latter would still be beguiled by the reincarnated Meng Jiaqi.

However, there was no doubt that Meng Jiaqi harbored deep resentment towards Ying Zhou, viewing him as an imaginary adversary and target for retaliation.

At this realization, a smirk appeared on Ying Zhao's face. Since his own arrival in this world while still young, he had been busy aiding his lover emotionally and later became engrossed in research, thereby overlooking the existence of such a protagonist shou.

Initially, as long as the other party remained passive, Ying Zhao didn’t mind maintaining a peaceful coexistence. However, it seemed that some individuals were no longer content with being idle.

If the other party intended to act against him, Ying Zhao would certainly not show mercy. Afterwards, he continued walking towards the school gate as if unaware of the earlier incident.

Upon reaching the school gate, Ying Zhao indeed saw the Lin family's car waiting to pick him up from work. However, inside the car was only the driver, Uncle Lin, without any sign of Lin Yiting.

Ying Zhao asked Uncle Lin with a hint of confusion, "Why didn't Yiting-ge come to pick me up today? Is he tied up with work at the company?"

Uncle Lin, however, shook his head with a smile and said, "No, Young Master Ying. The eldest young master is currently preparing dinner for you."

"Oh?" A smile curled up at the corner of Ying Zhao's mouth, the thought of his lover personally preparing dinner for him tonight igniting a sense of anticipation within his heart.

Once Ying Zhao returned to the Lin residence, he was greeted by the tantalizing aromas wafting from the kitchen. He hurriedly shed his coat and ventured into the kitchen, where he found Lin Yiting engrossed in cooking.

Given Lin Yiting's limited mobility due to his wheelchair-bound condition, the majority of the dishes were prepared using an oven, making the process a bit easier for him.

Witnessing this, Ying Zhao felt a tinge of heartache seeing Lin Yiting's laborious efforts in the kitchen, his shirt soaked with sweat. A bitter-sweet emotion surged within him, bringing a subtle redness to his eyes.

Silently affirming in his heart that it won't be long before he could stand again, Ying Zhao approached Lin Yiting, tenderly embracing his shoulders from behind and whispered affectionately into his ear, "Yiting-ge, you've worked hard!"

Lin Yiting turned his head and greeted Ying Zhao with a smile, urging him hastily, "Don't stay in the kitchen, go back to your room and wait. Dinner will be ready soon!"

Ying Zhao nodded in response, pulling a handkerchief from his pocket to wipe the sweat from Lin Yiting's forehead before obediently retreating to his room.

After waiting for a short while in his room, Ying Zhao saw the butler and several servants carrying in the dinner. Lin Yiting, now in a fresh shirt, followed closely behind.

Lin Yiting greeted him with a smile, saying, "Xiao Zhou, come have your meal. You must be hungry after a strenuous day at school!"

Ying Zhao nodded and took a seat beside Lin Yiting. Looking at the lavish spread of delicacies on the table, he exclaimed, "I didn't expect Yiting-ge to be such a skilled cook! Moreover, you've prepared all my favorite dishes!"

Lin Yiting chuckled and shook his head, replying, "Didn't Xiao Zhou also learn to cook for my sake at one point? Consider this a reciprocal gesture. Please, try it and let me know if my culinary skills meet your approval."

Encouraged by Lin Yiting's words, Ying Zhao promptly tasted the roasted bamboo shoots in front of him, finding them refreshingly crisp. He then sampled a piece of the grilled salmon from the side, its rich flavor enhanced by the accompanying sauce.

Indeed, everything was seasoned to his own liking. A smile graced Ying Zhao's face as he turned towards Lin Yiting, praising, "Yiting-ge, the taste is truly exquisite!"

Without hesitation, he leaned in, planting a fervent kiss on Lin Yiting's lips, and threw a flirtatious glance, giggling, "This is your reward!"

Caught off guard by the sudden kiss, Lin Yiting felt a blush creep across his face, leaving him momentarily speechless. He simply picked up his utensils quietly and began savoring the dishes before him.

For reasons unknown, every dish seemed to bear an extra sweetness today, as if honey had been brushed across them, leaving a sweetness that lingered in the heart.

Ying Zhao found himself in an exceptionally good mood, especially given the smooth day he had at school. After dining for a while, he stood up to retrieve a bottle of wine from the cabinet, commencing a delightful drinking session with Lin Yiting.

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