Reborn not to be a simp, the school beauty's whole family goes crazy

Then, the two couples stood in front of their respective taxis, waving goodbye to each other with smiles.

"I had a lot of fun today, let's hang out together again next time!"

Then the four of them got into their respective cars, and the taxis slowly started moving, heading in different directions.

The two couples then embarked on their respective journeys home.

In the taxi that Chen Dong and Chu Mengran were riding in, Chu Mengran leaned on Chen Dong's shoulder.

Chen Dong naturally put his arm around Chu Mengran's waist, a smile on his face.

Chu Mengran sighed softly and said with emotion, "Brother Dong, you know, Guo Miao and Yu Qin's little tantrum is actually because they both care about each other a lot, they just don't know how to get along."

Chen Dong nodded slightly and said, "Yes, Guo Miao is just too careless and doesn't understand girls' feelings."

"Yu Qin, you should talk to Guo Miao properly if you have any ideas, instead of always throwing tantrums."

Chu Mengran raised her head, looked at Chen Dong, and said, "Fortunately, you understand me. I always feel very happy when I'm with you."

"If Guo Miao could put in as much effort as you do on Xiao Qin, they would definitely be very happy together."

Chen Dong smiled and patted Chu Mengran's head, saying, "Everyone has their own way of getting along; they may still be adjusting."

"Let's give them more time. Maybe they'll be able to work together as well as we do in the future."

Chu Mengran leaned back on Chen Dong's shoulder, her face beaming with a happy smile.

The taxi drove slowly through the city streets, the two immersed in a warm atmosphere.

The taxi slowly came to a stop outside the Sunshine Community. Under the dreamlike afterglow of the setting sun, the car body shimmered with a faint, shimmering light, like scattered gold.

Chen Dong and Chu Mengran got out of the car. The gentle breeze was like a pair of tender hands, gently brushing past and stirring Chu Mengran's silky smooth hair.

The Sunshine Community boasts a pleasant environment, with shady trees lining both sides of the road. The lush foliage intertwines, as if providing a large green umbrella for the community.

This is the housing allocated to civil servants of the county government. It exudes a peaceful and serene atmosphere, as if time has slowed down here.

Chen Dong's family lives in Unit 2 of Building 3, and Chu Mengran's family lives in Unit 3 of Building 5.

Chen Dong accompanied Chu Mengran with great care, and the two chatted and laughed all the way.

The conversation started with fun things at the amusement park and moved on to our hopes for the future. Before we knew it, we had arrived at the entrance of Unit 3, Building 5.

Chu Mengran carefully took out the key from the delicate little bag decorated with cute rhinestones. The key gleamed with a metallic luster in the setting sun.

She gently opened the door, stood inside, a gentle smile on her face like the warm spring sun, her eyes filled with reluctance, as she said goodbye to Chen Dong.

"Dongzi, thank you so much for spending time with me today. You should go home now and be careful on your way."

Chen Dong smiled and nodded, then turned and took a step.

Suddenly, as if struck by lightning, a thought flashed through my mind, and I quickly turned around.

With movements as nimble as a cheetah, he reached out and steadily stopped Chu Mengran from closing the door.

Chu Mengran looked at Chen Dong with a puzzled expression, her clear eyes seemingly filled with countless question marks, full of incomprehension.

She asked softly, "Brother Dong, what's wrong? Did you forget something when you came last time?"

Chen Dong pointed inside the room, a mysterious smile on his face, as if he were hiding a sweet little secret.

He said with a smile, "Aunt Chu Yu doesn't seem to be here? I listened carefully just now, and there wasn't a sound from inside the house."

Chu Mengran was stunned for a moment, like a startled fawn, before she came to her senses.

She tilted her head, looking playful and adorable, and called out loudly into the house, "Mom, Mom?"

The sound was clear and loud, echoing throughout the room, but only silence answered her; she received no response.

Chu Mengran turned around, looked at Chen Dong, and a smile flashed in her eyes, a smile as bright as a star in the night sky.

"She's really not here. I don't know where Mom went."

At this moment, Chen Dong grinned mischievously, his smile carrying a hint of playfulness and cunning, just like a cat that had stolen some fish.

Then, Chen Dong said with a wicked smile, "Since Aunt Chu Yu isn't here, I'll have a glass of water before I leave."

"After a day of playing wildly at the amusement park, my throat is so sore I feel like I could breathe fire."

Chu Mengran instantly understood Chen Dong's thoughts, and her face flushed red.

Like a ripe apple, she was radiant and alluring, with a blush spreading from her cheeks to her ears.

She lowered her head slightly, biting her lip, which resembled a delicate flower petal.

Although she was a little shy, she felt more love for Chen Dong than anything else, so she did not refuse.

After Chen Dong entered the house, she gently closed the door, her movements so soft as if she were afraid of disturbing this sweet moment.

Then, with light steps, she walked to the water dispenser and skillfully picked up two cups with her slender fingers.

He poured two glasses of water, handing one to Chen Dong and keeping the other for himself.

Chu Mengran took a sip of water and glanced up at the clock on the wall. The old clock hands were steadily pointing to the six-thirty mark.

A sense of doubt arose in her mind. Her mother should have been home from get off work by now, so why was she nowhere to be seen?

Chu Mengran's brows furrowed slightly, a furrowed brow that made her look endearing.

Somewhat worried, Chu Mengran immediately got up and hurried to the landline phone in the living room.

The landline phone lay quietly on the coffee table, as if waiting to be picked up.

She picked up the receiver and skillfully dialed the number for Sister Chen's jewelry store.

After a few rings on the other end of the phone, Chen Dong's third aunt, Chen Guilan, quickly spoke: "Hello, this is Sister Chen's Jewelry Shop."

Chu Mengran said politely, "Third Aunt, it's me, Chu Mengran."

Chen Guilan smiled, her laughter hearty and warm, as if it could dispel all gloom, and replied, "Oh, Mengran, looking for your mother? She's here."

Chu Mengran asked directly, "Third Aunt, is my mother still not off work? It's already 6:30. She's usually home by now."

Chen Guilan explained with a smile, "Chu Yu has already finished get off work, but we're having a gathering at the store. We've closed the store and are having hot pot."

"It's rare for everyone to get together like this, so it'll probably take an hour or two for your mother to get back."

"Business is good at the store today. Everyone has been busy all day and just wants to relax."

Then, Chen Guilan shouted loudly in the store, "Chu Yu, it's your daughter calling!"

The sound echoed in the store, drawing the attention of everyone inside.

After a while, Chu Yu's voice came from the other end of the phone: "Hello, Mengran, what's up with your mother?"