Chapter 204

Chapter 204

Wang Qingqi hadn't expected there to be another man present and felt a bit awkward. He nodded apologetically at Yu Cheng. "Bro, I'm looking for someone. Do you recognize this person? This is my relative; we lost contact years ago. We found their picture while cleaning out the closet a few days ago.

We were hoping to find them and see how they're doing now.

After all, we are family."

He relayed the story he and Zhou Jiaojiao had concocted that morning to Yu Cheng.

Yu Cheng glanced at the sketch in Wang Qingqi's hand and was instantly speechless when he saw who it was.

How could it be that annoying guy's father?

Uncle He's younger brother was always trying to get ahead.

Since his own job wasn't as good as Uncle He's, he placed his son He Tian under Uncle He's care,

making He Tian the envy of every parent in the compound! He had been outstanding since childhood and even worked alongside Uncle He now.

Uncle He praised him as the most promising child in the family, clearly grooming him for success.

If not for this, Aunt Qi probably wouldn't have thought about finding her son again.

Even if she did, she wouldn't be so eager.

But how could Wang Qinghe, this younger brother, be related to the He family?

Yu Cheng was puzzled, feeling there was something he was missing.

Lin Qiuyu noticed his silence and remained quiet too. It was clearly He Tian's father, and no one around here didn't know him.

Did Brother Yu have some reservations and didn't want to say anything?

"Qingqi, how's it going?" On the other side, Zhou Jiaojiao had been watching her husband talk to others and sensed something was up, so she hurried over.

This was the first time Yu Cheng had seen Zhou Jiaojiao, and at first glance, he thought she looked really cute.

He felt an uncontrollable urge to help her.

Strange!

It was truly strange!

He wasn't known for being a helpful person.

Still, he had promised Wang Qinghe to help them find the person.

Yu Cheng reached for the sketch. "Can I take a look? He looks a lot like my friend's dad. Let me check carefully to make sure I'm not mistaken."

"Really? That's great. Qingqi, give him the sketch." Zhou Jiaojiao urged her husband to hand over the sketch. The idea of making a mistake never crossed her mind. She was lucky and nothing could go wrong.

Their smooth journey this morning proved that everything was going according to plan.

Growing up, Zhou Jiaojiao had always had things go her way, and seeing Yu Cheng's well-dressed appearance, she believed him more easily.

Although Wang Qingqi was reluctant, he listened to Zhou Jiaojiao and cautiously handed the sketch to Yu Cheng.

Yu Cheng examined it closely, and indeed, it was He Tian's father.

"I know this person. Meeting you here must be fate. I was just dropping off my girlfriend, but since we've met, let me take you to him. My name is Yu Gong; we can get to know each other." Yu Cheng acted very enthusiastically and gave his brother's name.

No matter what, he needed to keep some things hidden.

Seeing this, Wang Qingqi became wary. "How do we know you really know him? What if..."

Before he could finish, Zhou Jiaojiao interrupted him, scolding him. "How dare you speak like that? Brother Yu is helping us out of kindness, and you doubt him? Look at what we have—what could possibly interest him?"

Zhou Jiaojiao looked apologetically at the clearly displeased Yu Cheng and started apologizing. "I'm sorry, Brother Yu. My husband is just suspicious by nature. We trust you, Brother Yu. Please lead us to him."

Yu Cheng chuckled. "No big deal. His suspicion is understandable. You two are clearly from out of town, unfamiliar with the area, and looking for relatives. Being cautious is right. Here’s what we can do: my girlfriend lives here, and she knows all the elderly folks around. If you don’t believe me, ask a few people about her and me. Then we can go together."

Hearing this, Wang Qingqi's doubts vanished.

"No need, Brother Yu. It was my fault; I was being overly suspicious. My wife and I are new here and didn't know anyone, which made me doubtful. Please lead us to him." Wang Qingqi apologized and asked him to guide them again.

"Alright, let me just talk to my girlfriend for a moment." Yu Cheng pulled Lin Qiuyu aside and whispered to her.

Lin Qiuyu, seeing him use a fake name and offer to guide them, was worried. "Brother Yu, is something not right here? Maybe you shouldn't get involved."

"Don't worry. When has your Brother Yu ever done anything unprofitable?" Yu Cheng said confidently.

In response, Lin Qiuyu gave him a look that suggested she had doubts.

Yu Cheng felt a bit awkward, knowing he often ended up losing money.

"Cough, cough! This time it's different. Don't worry. Also, remember what you told me today. From now on, you’re my girlfriend. If anyone bullies you, tell me directly. Don't tolerate your heartless stepmother anymore. I'll handle everything.

My reputation isn't great, so I don't fear her rumors.

Go back home and remember to say that I suddenly told you today that I want to marry you."

"I'll tell the old man at home after I finish my business."

After Yu Cheng finished his instructions, he still felt like he was at a disadvantage, so he boldly kissed her in public before feeling satisfied: "Alright, go back now."

Lin Qiuyu stood there in a daze, her heart filled with misty warmth that spread within her.

That feeling, she couldn't name it. If she had to describe it, it was simply very comfortable, perhaps happiness?

He really agreed...

Initially, she just wanted to give it a try, since her life was already what it was. A little more awkwardness and embarrassment wouldn't matter much; at least she wanted him to know her feelings.

But for him to agree, this was something she never imagined.

How could someone like Big Brother Yu agree to her? She didn't deserve it in any way.

Yet, he matched all her expectations.

When he decided to be with someone, it really was like this—thoughtful, completely open and honest, without any calculation whatsoever.

Just as she had always dreamed.

Lin Qiuyu remained in a daze until she reached her own front door.

"Xiao Yu, what are you spacing out about? I've been talking to you for ages, and you ignored me? Do you think I'm invisible?"

A young girl, not much younger than her, wearing a pretty sundress, with bright eyes and an arched brow, looked unhappy as she kept talking to her. Seeing her lost in thought, she finally lost her patience.