MGASC -Chapter 5 Spoiled, This Man Is Too Nice

With Lin Tianyue backing them up, the three little ones felt much more confident eating their meal.

Zhang Qiao tasted the green beans and tofu. Since very little oil and seasoning had been used, the flavor was only just passable.

In the middle of the table was a bowl of steamed egg custard. As she served it, Zhang Qiao dripped a few drops of sesame oil on top. The aroma shot straight to the nose, and from the moment they sat down, the youngest, Lin Jin, kept glancing at it hungrily.

“Want some? Here, take the bowl!” Zhang Qiao extended her hand to Lin Jin in a friendly gesture.

But before she could move, Lin Tianyue took the initiative, scooped the egg custard, and gave each of the three children a large spoonful. About a third of the bowl remained, which he silently pushed toward Zhang Qiao.

The implication was clear—the rest was all hers?

Zhang Qiao recalled that, since she was pregnant, Lin Tianyue had indeed been very attentive to her, both at home and outside.

But the children also needed nutrition, so the whole family had to let him bear the burden.

Zhang Qiao’s heart softened, and she split the remaining custard in half, giving it to Lin Tianyue. But as soon as she scooped some into his bowl, he, without even looking up, scooped it back into hers.

Hmph, and he still didn’t appreciate it!

Zhang Qiao thought for a moment, then scooped the extra portion for the youngest, Lin Jin: “A-Jin, you’re the youngest, this is for you. Eat more, grow tall, and become the kind of handsome guy everyone loves!”

Hearing her spoiled, sweet words, Lin Jin was momentarily dumbfounded.

Wait, why is this “fox spirit” suddenly being so nice to him?

Could it be that he’s the first one being sold?

But his mouth betrayed his doubts, faithfully shoveling the egg custard into it.

Wow, this tastes amazing. It’s like there’s some extra seasoning, but it’s ten times more fragrant than what his dad makes!

Even the little one found Zhang Qiao more pleasant to look at than before.

If she really was a “fox spirit,” she was a beautiful one.

He looked up to see his two older brothers staring at him with endless resentment, as if accusing him of betrayal.

Startled, Lin Jin quickly lowered his head and buried himself in his food.

The three children didn’t say a word, and Lin Tianyue also focused on his porridge, silent.

Seeing this, Zhang Qiao quietly drank her porridge and ate the egg custard.

Not to mention, this simple egg was far more flavorful than any she had eaten before.

Zhang Qiao ate the slowest. When she finished, she secretly glanced at the man beside her.

He had finished first and was still sitting there without moving. She hesitated, wondering if she should wash the bowls. After all, she hadn’t done anything all morning, yet Lin Tianyue had already taken the bowls, including those of the three little ones, and washed them in the kitchen.

He cooked, he washed—the only flaw is his temper, but he’s way too nice!

Zhang Qiao felt a little embarrassed and wondered if she should do something in return.

Right, she was now four months pregnant. It was time to prepare some baby clothes.

The original Zhang Qiao was careless; she hadn’t even gone for prenatal checkups this long—this was serious.

But checkups and buying clothes required money.

The original Zhang Qiao had been foolish, giving all the money Lin Tianyue left her to her mother. Now she had no coins on her.

She had no choice but to awkwardly ask Lin Tianyue.

He was in the kitchen washing dishes. Zhang Qiao approached, and even before speaking, her face was flushed.

“Um…”

Lin Tianyue didn’t look up. “Yes?”

Zhang Qiao hesitated, choosing her words carefully: “How are you planning to get back your batch of feed today?”

“No need to worry about it.”

Zhang Qiao was taken aback. Lin Tianyue really seemed to have a problem with the original Zhang Qiao; he wouldn’t even bother speaking politely.

She had no choice but to extend her small hand: “The baby’s four months old. I want to go to the county hospital for a prenatal checkup, and maybe buy some fabric while I’m at it.”

Lin Tianyue’s eyebrows slightly furrowed. He looked at the fair, outstretched hand and smiled lightly: “Yesterday there was money to buy meat, but today there’s no money to go to the hospital? Or are you planning to ‘accidentally’ take the money to your mother again?”

He wasn’t deliberately mocking Zhang Qiao—she had just gone too far.

Every time she left home before, Lin Tianyue would leave her some money, but she always either gave it back to her family or spent it in town.

If someone hadn’t reported this to him, he wouldn’t even know the three little ones were living like that.

He could give money, but he refused to be a fool any longer.

The eldest, second, and youngest had been lazing at home for half a year. He still wanted to earn some money to support their schooling.

Seeing his attitude, even though it wasn’t directed at her, Zhang Qiao felt frustrated.

So, having one’s palm held out isn’t really a way for humans to live, huh?

She was a 21st-century educated woman, a top university graduate, and a popular beauty blogger. She didn’t believe she couldn’t make money.

“Fine, if you won’t give it, I’ll earn it myself!”

Zhang Qiao didn’t want to beg. She turned, slung a basket over her arm, and left.

Lin Tianyue watched her leave and felt surprised once again.

She didn’t make a scene?

Before, if he was even a bit slow with money, she would throw a tantrum until he gave it.

When did she become so principled, insisting on earning her own money?

At first, Lin Tianyue thought she was just pretending, but after he finished washing the dishes, he saw the main gate wide open and no trace of Zhang Qiao outside.

Standing at the doorway, Lin Tianyue was increasingly puzzled. Was she really going to earn money?

After arranging the three little ones, Lin Tianyue intended to follow her—she was pregnant, after all. This wasn’t a trivial matter.

But as soon as he stepped outside, he ran into Chen Gang, Da Lin, and Old Wu, all coming to find him.

These were Lin Tianyue’s brothers-in-arms. Chen Gang had helped him find the feed truck team and advance the funds. They had all agreed to split the profits from the feed, but before any money was made, Lin Tianyue had already been caught.

Now the goods were held by the county. If he didn’t find a way to retrieve them, as the leader of this business, Lin Tianyue would take a huge loss.

Of course, his brothers weren’t just here to collect money—they were here to help him get the feed back.

Chen Gang said, “We just saw your wife. Why didn’t she say anything to us? Did you fight again?”

Lin Tianyue awkwardly touched his nose. “Don’t talk about her now. Did everyone agree on the county committee plan?”

“Don’t worry. The leaders of the farms also reported the situation to the county. That Wang Mingqing, a small director, wants to mess with us? Not a chance!”

Lin Tianyue nodded. “Then let’s stick to the plan and go. Once there, remember to be polite first and forceful second. Without my order, no one is allowed to act rashly!”

Old Wu hesitated slightly and quietly pulled Lin Tianyue aside: “Tianyue, do we really have to make such a big fuss? Those leaders are not easy to offend. Why don’t we just bow our heads, buy some gifts, and apologize to Director Wang…”

“Apologize to him? I’ve never bowed to anyone in my life!”

Lin Tianyue had been running with the streets since he was fifteen or sixteen—he was always hot-tempered.

Others might have softened, but Wang Mingqing was the kind who, once in power, would want to crush people utterly. He would never bow to him.

Instead of sending gifts, he’d rather buy a few pounds of meat to stew—it would be more satisfying.

So, the group marched loudly toward the county committee.