Miler, who has a system for giving up

I gazed into his hopeful and longing eyes and slowly began to savor the five foods.

Every bite is like a wonderful taste journey, so intoxicating that you can't help but be captivated.

To my surprise, Han Heng actually possesses such exquisite culinary skills!

After all, in the luxurious world he lived in, there was no need for him to cook food himself.

He is surrounded by many skilled chefs and professional culinary masters who can serve him all kinds of exquisite and delicious dishes at any time.

However, when I tasted these delicacies myself, I couldn't help but feel a surge of heartfelt admiration.

So, I made no attempt to hide my true feelings from Han Heng: "It's absolutely delicious! It's just like eating in a high-end restaurant! Honestly, I never expected you to have such excellent cooking skills!"

Upon hearing my praise, Han Heng smiled modestly yet proudly.

Then, he spoke softly to me, “Actually, it all stems from a special experience I had. During that time, I abandoned all my identity and background and embarked on a journey to make my way in the world alone. For five whole years, I lived independently. It was this ordeal that taught me how to take care of myself, including cooking three meals a day by myself. Because of this, I was able to shoulder the responsibilities of my family earlier than my peers.”

Every word he spoke seemed to contain boundless power; his firm and steady tone revealed an admirable perseverance and a profound insight into the true meaning of life.

Looking at this man who was so strong it was heartbreaking, I couldn't help but feel a pang of pity, but it only lasted for a moment.

I quickly composed myself and asked softly, "What are your plans for tonight?"

He slightly raised his head, gazing intently into the distance, as if pondering something important.

After a moment, he slowly began to speak: "Today, everyone has specially prepared a celebratory banquet for you again. It is slightly different from the last one. This time, only the members of the five great families will participate, and there will be no other guests."

Upon hearing this, I was delighted and replied, "That's wonderful! When shall we set off? Do we need to dress up for this trip? If not, I can depart immediately."

After saying that, I happily expressed my willingness to attend the banquet.

He nodded slightly, indicating that this was indeed necessary, and told me that after we had eaten, a driver would lead us to get dressed and change into our beautiful gowns.

He then added, seemingly apologetically, "Next time, I will definitely try my best to eliminate the need for formal attire and makeup, and simply have the representatives meet."

As he said this, a hint of guilt appeared on Han Heng's face.

When our eyes met, I was instantly drawn to his unique and captivating expression.

That face was like a beautiful painting, every detail exuding endless charm.

Looking at his adorable appearance, I couldn't help but feel an irresistible urge, and I reached out and gently ruffled his hair.

At that moment, it was as if time had frozen. I felt the touch from my fingertips; a man's hair was so different from a woman's.

They are slightly rough and hard, and when rubbed in the palm of your hand, they bring a slight stinging sensation, but at the same time, they are mixed with a kind of itchy feeling.

This wonderful experience captivated me, as if I were in a dreamlike world.

Han Heng just stood there quietly, letting my hands freely manipulate and knead his thick, black hair, as if he didn't care at all about his hairstyle.

Time passed second by second, and when I had been kneading for thirtieth second, I suddenly came back to my senses as if waking from a dream.

In an instant, a surge of scalding heat rushed to my cheeks, and my face instantly turned bright red, like a ripe apple.

I was a little flustered and stammered as I explained, "Um... I really didn't mean anything by it! It's just that your expression was so cute, and I couldn't help myself and ruffled your hair. I definitely didn't mean to do it, please don't be angry!"

After I finished speaking, my heart started pounding even harder, and I could almost hear it pounding in my chest.

Han Heng, on the other hand, remained calm as he looked at me, his eyes revealing a hint of something unfathomable.

In that instant, Han Heng reached out without hesitation and grabbed my hand, which was still suspended in the air and seemed to have lost control.

Due to this sudden pulling force, my already somewhat unbalanced body immediately lost its center of gravity and could no longer maintain a standing posture.

And so, without any warning, I fell straight down and finally landed steadily in his warm and firm embrace.

At this moment, my cheeks felt incredibly hot, as if they had been roasted by fire, and were as red as ripe apples.

However, if one hadn't witnessed with their own eyes that his originally fair ears and slender neck were gradually blushing, as delicate and beautiful as a peach blossom in early spring.

I'm afraid even I would have doubts. If Han Heng hadn't admitted that this was his first time in the dating scene, how could his actions have resembled those of a novice?

This wonderful contrast made me feel both shy and curious, and at the same time, an indescribable sweet feeling welled up in my heart.

My heart was pounding, my mind went blank, and I could only stare at him blankly.

Han Heng's breathing gradually became rapid, and a strange light flickered in his eyes.

Suddenly, as if he had come to his senses, he gently released my hand and helped me stand up.

We stared at each other silently, neither of us saying a word, and the atmosphere became somewhat awkward.

"Um... why did you grab my hand just now?" I broke the silence first.

"I was trying to help you out, but I used the wrong approach." Han Heng's voice was slightly low and a little hoarse.

Then, he lowered his head slightly and said softly, "It won't happen again next time."

I nodded repeatedly, my face still burning hot.

Just then, my phone rang, and we both turned to look at it on the table.

The caller ID showed "Ye Dongjun," so I quickly answered the phone and put it on speakerphone.

"Little Lele, you're awake? You answered the phone so quickly. Have you eaten? We're going to a celebration party later, did your older brother tell you?"

Before I could even open my mouth, Ye Dongjun bombarded me with a barrage of questions.

"Yes, I woke up early and ate breakfast. We're getting ready to leave. Your older brother told me about it." I answered his question slowly.

After speaking with Ye Dongjun, Han Heng took the phone and hung up. "It's okay, he won't call again. He talks too much. If you don't want to listen, just hang up."

Unexpectedly, Ye Dongjun didn't call again until we arrived at the place for styling and choosing dresses.

After completing my exquisite makeup and hairstyling, I walked lightly into the dressing room, ready to change into the carefully chosen dress.

The moment I stepped into the dressing room, my eyes were immediately drawn to the dress hanging on the rack.

This dress may lack some of the stunning luxury of the last one, but it exudes a unique and charming appeal—simple and elegant.

Its lines are smooth and natural, and its tailored fit is impeccable. Without excessive embellishment, it perfectly showcases the wearer's figure.

The fabric is made of high-quality material, with a soft and smooth feel, as if you can feel the delicate texture it contains with just a light touch.

The colors are classic and understated, neither ostentatious nor dignified, giving a sense of restraint and elegance.

The designer cleverly used simple elements, such as the slight pleats at the neckline, the appropriate length of the skirt, and the slender belt at the waist. These details not only added a sense of layering to the overall look, but also highlighted the feminine grace.

Wearing this dress seems to allow one to forget all the glitz and clamor, and return to their most authentic and pure self.

When I carefully dressed up, changed into that gorgeous dress, and walked gracefully out of the fitting room, my gaze inadvertently swept across the scene before me, and I was instantly stunned by what I saw.

I saw Han Heng wearing the same suit as me. In that instant, time seemed to freeze, and everything around us became blurry. Only our matching outfits stood out.

Just then, a staff member next to them couldn't help but whisper, "Wow, these two are a match made in heaven!"

Their words brushed past my ears like a gentle breeze, yet struck my heart like a heavy hammer.

At that moment, I felt an indescribable joy welling up inside me, but at the same time, it was mixed with a touch of shyness and nervousness.

After all, such a coincidental yet perfect combination is too eye-catching, making people want to explore the reasons behind it.

"Do you like it? I specially asked a designer to tailor-make this for us! Look, isn't it super beautiful? And, this outfit is a one-of-a-kind couple's set! Only the two of us can have it~"

Han Heng's gaze was fixed on me from the moment I appeared, as if time had frozen at that moment.

A flicker of surprise crossed his eyes, which were then filled with an indescribable tenderness.

It wasn't until someone whispered something beside him that he snapped out of his daze and slowly walked towards me with slightly stiff steps.

Each step seemed to be filled with excitement, worry, and joy, but in the end, it resolutely walked up to me.

"Wow! I really love it! It's perfect for me! Both the style and the color match my personality and preferences perfectly. And your outfit is equally outstanding, complementing your style and making you look exceptionally handsome/beautiful! I sincerely thank you for putting so much thought into having these designed for me; it makes me feel your sincerity and care. This sentiment is so precious, and I will definitely cherish it."

Han Heng smiled with satisfaction after hearing my words.

He gently took my hand and said, "As long as you like it. Actually, I have a little surprise for you."

As he spoke, he took an exquisite gift box from his pocket, handed it to me, and opened it.

Upon closer inspection, I discovered a necklace inside that perfectly complemented the dress, adorned with a dazzling diamond that shone with captivating brilliance.

A wave of emotion welled up inside me, and my eyes gradually moistened. Han Heng looked at me tenderly and said, "This necklace represents my eternal promise to you. I hope that no matter whether I am by your side or not, you will always be happy, joyful, and healthy."

I gazed into his affectionate eyes, nodded without hesitation, and smiled as I said, "I will take good care of it."

Han Heng carefully and gently hung the necklace around my neck, his movements incredibly gentle, as if he were afraid of hurting me.

When it was securely placed around my neck, a warm and reassuring feeling instantly welled up inside me.

Then, we walked hand in hand toward the car parked outside. The driver, who was waiting in the car, started the car and drove toward the banquet venue after we got in.

This time, the scene was quite different from before. Before the car had even come to a complete stop, a large crowd could be seen gathering at the entrance of the banquet hall.

They either chatted quietly in twos and threes, or stood there silently, their eyes occasionally glancing in their direction.

Some of the faces were familiar to me, the same familiar figures I had met here before; however, there were many others I had never met before, and their presence made the whole scene even more lively and mysterious.

Han Heng held my hand tightly, as if he wanted to pass on all his strength and warmth to me.

His deep, gentle eyes gazed at me as he softly said, “Don’t worry, my dear. The reason they are behaving this way is simply because your appearance has completely overturned their original perceptions. After all, alchemists as rare and outstanding as you are extremely rare, and everyone is eager to see your true face.”

After saying that, he gently patted the back of my hand to comfort me.

He led me out of the car. When the crowd saw that I was being led out by Han Heng, and that we were even wearing matching outfits, their feet, which were originally moving in that direction, stopped in their tracks.

Ye Dongjun, dressed in a magnificent brocade robe, his garments fluttering in the wind; Sikong Feng, in a black outfit, looked dashing and heroic; Yan Luo, in a light pink dress, resembled a fairy descending to earth; and Qin Yimeng, in a purple silk dress, was noble and elegant. All four of them, meticulously dressed and radiant, stood at the entrance, smiling to welcome us.

The entrance, which had been packed with people, suddenly became spacious, as people automatically parted to the sides, creating a wide passage.

Just as we were about to step through the gate, a voice came from behind us.

"Sir, please wait! I am Mr. Li's assistant, Zhang Sheng. This gift was specially instructed by Mr. Li to be delivered to you. You were not at the villa a few days ago, and after learning of your schedule today, I rushed here without stopping, hoping to deliver it to you in time. I hope you will not blame me for being late."

The speaker was respectful and earnest, and presented us with a beautifully crafted gift box held in both hands.