The Prince's Beloved Little Wife

After seeing Li Xiao off, Chen Mengyao and Ouyang Han casually chose two comfortable chairs to sit down, rest for a while, and enjoy a moment of peace.

After resting for a moment, Chen Mengyao took out her phone from her elegant handbag with practiced ease. She gently dialed Zhou Jiequan's number, and the call was quickly answered.

Chen Mengyao cleared her throat, her tone earnest yet expectant: "Jiequan, I have something I'd like to ask you. As you know, I recently bought an office building, and today I suddenly thought of buying a large house nearby. I want to transform it into a place dedicated to teaching traditional martial arts, recruiting some excellent martial arts instructors so that more people can learn these precious cultural heritages and, at the same time, learn how to protect themselves."

On the other end of the phone, Zhou Jiequan's deep and magnetic voice came through slowly. He responded simply, but his tone revealed a strong interest in the plan. "Mengyao, your idea is really great. I have to admire how you can always come up with unique and highly creative business ideas."

Hearing his praise, Chen Mengyao smiled modestly and continued, "Jiequan, you flatter me. I just feel that there are too many bad people in modern society, especially women, who often face various dangers. When they encounter bad people, they are often unable to fight back due to the disparity in strength or environmental limitations, and may ultimately suffer irreparable harm. I hope that through our efforts, we can provide some help to these women and give them more security in times of crisis."

After listening, Zhou Jiequan expressed his agreement: "Your starting point is very commendable. This is not only a business with potential, but also a manifestation of social responsibility. I fully support your idea. In that case, let's talk about the specifics. Do you have any special requirements for the site required for this project?"

Chen Mengyao said, "The house should ideally be spacious enough, with multiple rooms if possible. This would not only meet the accommodation needs of the coaches but also provide a resting space for the students. In addition, a spacious yard is also necessary, as martial arts training requires an open space. If possible, it would be best to have a detached house, which would ensure privacy during practice and avoid disturbing the neighbors. Another very important point is that the surrounding transportation must be convenient for the students to come and go."

While quickly taking notes, Zhou Jiequan chuckled and teased, "Mengyao, your requirements are really high! With these conditions, it might not be easy to find a suitable place. But, can you give me a general range first? For example, what's the furthest distance from your security company?"

Chen Mengyao frowned slightly, thought for a moment, and then slowly said, "If we're going by car, it would be best if it's a distance of about ten minutes. If that's not possible, thirty minutes is acceptable. That way, it won't be too far, and we can still ensure that there are enough accommodations to choose from."

Zhou Jiequan responded casually, "Okay, I understand. But as you know, houses that meet these criteria are indeed quite scarce on the market, so I may have to put in some effort to find one."

Chen Mengyao quickly said, "I know this is a lot of trouble for you, Jiequan. But I really hope to find a place like this to properly promote traditional martial arts. We can also open self-defense courses, recruit male and female students, so that more people can learn how to protect themselves. You have a wide network and strong abilities, I believe you can definitely help me find a suitable place."

Zhou Jiequan replied with a smile, "You're making me blush. Don't worry, I'll do my best. But don't get your hopes up too high. If we can't find someone who perfectly meets our criteria in a short time, could we perhaps lower our standards a little?"

Chen Mengyao said firmly, "Let's try not to lower the price if we can. Of course, if there's really no other way, we can discuss and adjust the plan. If we can't find an ideal house, we can consider two adjacent rooms. Jiequan, thank you so much for your help this time. If we can find one, I'll definitely treat you to a meal."

Zhou Jiequan laughed heartily: "Why are you being so polite with me? We're friends! I'll start keeping an eye out and let you know as soon as I have any news."

After hanging up the phone, Chen Mengyao breathed a sigh of relief, her tense nerves finally relaxing. She closed her eyes, and a beautiful scene of teaching traditional martial arts in her ideal home appeared in her mind: in the spacious courtyard, students were sweating profusely; in the bright room, everyone sat around exchanging experiences... All of this made her feel extremely gratified and satisfied.

Just then, the quiet space was broken by a sudden cell phone ring. Ouyang Han looked down and saw that the caller ID showed his driving instructor's number. A thought flashed through his mind: Could it be that his driver's license has been processed? With that thought, a slight smile appeared on his lips, and he quickly got up to answer the phone.

Sure enough, the instructor's familiar voice came from the other end of the phone: "Ouyang Han, if it's convenient for you, you can come to the driving school now to pick up your driver's license. It's been processed smoothly." Upon hearing this, Ouyang Han couldn't hide his joy and thanked him repeatedly: "Wow, thank you so much! Thanks to your careful instruction during this time, otherwise I wouldn't have been able to get my license so easily."

After hanging up the phone, Ouyang Han was as excited as a child, and couldn't wait to turn around and say to Chen Mengyao beside him, "Yaoyao, I can go get my driver's license now!" Chen Mengyao was stunned at first, then her face lit up with surprise: "Huh? Didn't you say it would take a few more days to get it? How come you can get it now?" Ouyang Han explained with a smile, "That time was the instructor's estimate, the procedures may have been completed faster than expected."

Upon hearing this, Chen Mengyao readily replied, "That's great! Let's go, I'll take you out." Ouyang Han's eyes lit up, and he said eagerly, "Let me drive when we come back later. I've been wanting to try driving on the road for a long time." Chen Mengyao had no objections and instead suggested enthusiastically, "Sure, it's not long before noon anyway. Let's find a restaurant to eat at later and celebrate getting your driver's license."

Ouyang Han readily agreed, "No problem, this meal is on me. Order whatever you want." Chen Mengyao playfully teased, "Then I'll order the most expensive dishes. Don't worry about the cost later." Ouyang Han confidently replied, "How could I! I still have plenty of savings in my account, plus the income from my online art shop, you won't bankrupt me. At worst, I'll just pick out a few antiques to auction off later."

The two chatted and laughed in the car, and before they knew it, they had arrived at the driving school. Ouyang Han easily found his instructor, received his long-awaited driver's license, and carefully put it into his wallet. At that moment, Chen Mengyao seemed to remember something and asked, "Instructor, I also wanted to check on how my students are doing with their driving lessons. Li Wenliang, Uncle Zhang, Zhou Wenya, Wang Zelin, and Qian Duoduo, how do you think they're doing?"

After a moment's thought, the coach replied seriously, "Indeed, they are all different. Some students learn very quickly and have a strong ability to understand, like Li Wenliang, who has an exceptional feel for the car and can master many maneuvers in no time. But others learn more slowly, like Uncle Zhang, who may be a bit older and therefore finds it more difficult to master. However, they all learn very seriously and diligently. Sometimes, even after everyone else has left, they remain on the training ground, pondering over and over again."

After listening, Chen Mengyao nodded to indicate that she understood, and then said, "Coach, could you please call these people over? I'd like to ask them about their situation in person."

A short while later, Li Wenliang, Uncle Zhang, Wang Zelin, Zhou Wenya, and Qian Duoduo rushed over. Chen Mengyao smiled and asked Li Wenliang, "Little Li, do you think learning to drive is difficult?" Li Wenliang scratched his head and smiled憨厚ly, "Third Young Mistress, I think it's alright. As long as you study hard, you can master many skills quite quickly."

Chen Mengyao then looked at Uncle Zhang and asked with concern, "Uncle Zhang, the coach said you're learning a little slower. How do you feel about that?" Uncle Zhang replied somewhat embarrassedly, "Third Young Madam, I do find some of the operations quite difficult to master. Maybe it's because I'm older and my memory isn't very good. But I will work harder and definitely won't hold everyone back."

Chen Mengyao encouraged him, "Don't rush, take your time, you'll definitely be fine with more practice." Then, she turned to Wang Zelin and asked, "Little Wang, what about you? What have you learned while learning to drive?" Wang Zelin replied earnestly, "Third Young Mistress, I've learned a lot. I've not only learned to drive, but I've also understood the importance of perseverance and focus."

Next, Chen Mengyao inquired about Qian Duoduo and Zhou Wenya's learning progress, and both said they were doing very well. Finally, Chen Mengyao nodded with satisfaction and said earnestly, "Yes, you are both great, keep up the good work. Remember, learning to drive is not just about mastering a skill, but also about taking responsibility for yourself." Everyone nodded in agreement, their faces beaming with confident and expectant smiles.

Chen Mengyao chatted with them for a few minutes, reminding them to take care of their health while learning to drive, before saying goodbye and leaving. After they reached the car, Ouyang Han eagerly got into the driver's seat. Chen Mengyao shook her head with a slight smile and sat in the passenger seat. She finally didn't have to drive all the time; it felt really good.

"I can finally drive! I've been waiting for this moment for so long," Ouyang Han said with a smile as he adjusted the seat and rearview mirrors. "I can't wait to try it out."

"Then you'd better be careful not to crash my car," Chen Mengyao teased. "Don't worry, don't you trust my skills?" Ouyang Han said.

Ouyang Han slowly started the car and drove out. It was already 11:30. "By the way, Yao Yao, what would you like to eat?" Ouyang Han asked, "Where do you plan to eat?"

"Drive slowly for a bit, let me check the best-rated restaurants nearby." Chen Mengyao took out her phone, searched for a while, and then opened the navigation. "Okay, just follow this navigation, it shouldn't be wrong."

About fifteen minutes later, Chen Mengyao and Ouyang Han arrived at a rather stylish restaurant. Ouyang Han found a parking space, and the two got out and went into the restaurant. They found a seat by the window, and a waiter quickly brought them menus and poured them tea. They each ordered a few signature dishes from the menus, then returned them to the waiter, who went to take their order.

While waiting for the food to be served, Chen Mengyao looked at the endless stream of cars outside the window and suddenly turned to Ouyang Han, asking, "How does it feel to drive on the road for the first time? Are you nervous?"

Ouyang Han took a sip of tea, smiled, and said, "To be honest, I was a little nervous at first, after all, this is my first time driving alone here. But when I actually started driving, I found that it wasn't as difficult as I had imagined. As long as you follow the steps taught by the instructor and stay calm, you can gradually get used to it."

“Yes, that’s how I felt when I was learning to drive.” Chen Mengyao nodded, a hint of reminiscence in her eyes. “At first, I was always afraid of making mistakes, and my hands and feet weren’t very coordinated. But after practicing a few times, I became more and more proficient.”

“Yes, I think it’s mainly a matter of mindset,” Ouyang Han added. “If you keep thinking about the possibility of making mistakes, you’re more likely to make mistakes. So you have to believe in yourself and tell yourself ‘I can do it.’”

“That’s right,” Chen Mengyao agreed. “And when driving, you have to stay focused and not get distracted. Like just now on the road, I was observing your driving and found you to be quite steady.”

"Hehe, of course." Ouyang Han said with some pride, "Although I am a novice, I have studied hard! But I still want to thank you for giving me this opportunity today, otherwise I really don't know when I will be able to drive on the road by myself."

"You're welcome," Chen Mengyao replied with a smile. "Just take me out for fun in the future."

"Absolutely no problem!" Ouyang Han patted his chest and assured him, "Once I'm more skilled, we can go on a road trip around the area together, how about that?"

"That sounds good!" Chen Mengyao's eyes lit up. "Then it's settled. You can't go back on your word later."

The two exchanged a smile, their conversation flowing smoothly and warmly. A short while later, a waiter arrived with the dishes, interrupting their conversation.

The waiters placed plates of their signature dishes, each one a work of art, on the table, each dish a feast for the eyes and the palate. As the dishes were served, an enticing aroma filled the entire private room. Chen Mengyao took a deep breath and exclaimed, "Wow, it looks so appetizing!" Ouyang Han smiled and said, "Try it. I hope it tastes as good as its reputation."

Chen Mengyao eagerly picked up a piece of food with her chopsticks and put it in her mouth. After chewing it carefully, her eyes lit up, and a satisfied expression appeared on her face. "Mmm, the taste is amazing! I definitely made the right choice in choosing this restaurant," she praised sincerely. Seeing her reaction, Ouyang Han couldn't help but pick up a piece of food and put it in his mouth as well. After tasting it, he nodded repeatedly, praising it highly. The two enjoyed the delicious food while enthusiastically sharing interesting stories from their lives, their laughter rising and falling, adding warmth and joy to the meal.

During this time, Chen Mengyao specially asked the waiter to bring a bottle of red wine. As the crystal-clear liquid was slowly poured into the stemmed glass, its slightly amber luster made it even more enticing. Chen Mengyao raised her glass and smiled at Ouyang Han, saying, "Come on, let's drink to celebrating you finally getting your driver's license!"

Ouyang Han took the wine glass, lightly clinked it with hers, and then said, "From now on, I'll drive you around. I'll take you to eat all the delicious food in Guangzhou." Chen Mengyao nodded happily, then asked, "When will you take me?" Ouyang Han thought for a moment and replied, "Whenever I have time. Also, after all our shops open, I'll take you to other places so we can enjoy some time alone together." Hearing this, Chen Mengyao's eyes sparkled with anticipation, and she replied joyfully, "Okay, I can't wait!"

The two enjoyed their meal immensely, and the atmosphere grew increasingly harmonious. After the meal, Ouyang Han went to pay the bill, while Chen Mengyao sat down, straightened her clothes, and prepared to leave the restaurant. As they stepped outside, the sun shone brightly, a gentle breeze carrying a touch of early autumn coolness, yet it felt incredibly comfortable. Ouyang Han looked around and suddenly had a bright idea, suggesting, "It's still early, how about we go for a walk in the nearby park?" Chen Mengyao glanced at the sky and readily agreed, "Great! A walk will help us digest."

So, Ouyang Han drove Chen Mengyao to a nearby park. After parking, the two strolled side by side along the park's paths, enjoying the breathtaking scenery—lush green trees dotted with red flowers, and a delicate fragrance of blossoms filling the air. Occasionally, they passed a small lake, where the laughter of children playing and laughing drifted over, their innocent voices seemingly pulling them back to their carefree childhood. They paused, gazing at the sounds for a moment, a nostalgic smile on their faces.

Along the way, they continued chatting, from work to life, from dreams to the future, their conversation flowing endlessly. Sunlight filtered through the leaves, casting dappled shadows that shone on them, adding a touch of romance to this ordinary yet beautiful moment.