By the time the two arrived near Xingxing Welfare Home and got out of the ride-hailing car, it was already completely dark, like a huge black curtain hanging over their heads.

But there was still a dazzling Milky Way, which adorned the dark curtain with gorgeous patterns.

Chen Dong looked up and glanced at his surroundings. The streetlights were sparse and the weeds were overgrown, making it look like a natural horror movie set.

The tall weeds made Chen Dong consciously follow closely behind Yin Qingying, not daring to be distracted for even a moment, otherwise Yin Qingying might disappear from his sight in the blink of an eye.

After walking along the winding path for a while, a glimmer of light suddenly appeared in front of them.

"Mr. Chen, the welfare home is just ahead, we'll be there soon."

After saying this softly, Yin Qingying quickened her pace involuntarily, just to get to the orphanage as soon as possible.

As Yin Qingying's figure receded into the distance, Chen Dong had no choice but to endure the soreness in his legs and quicken his pace.

"Fortunately, I've been exercising every day since I transmigrated, otherwise I really wouldn't be able to walk anymore."

If Chen Dong hadn't trained after transmigrating, given the original owner's physical condition, after nearly an hour of walking during the day, he probably wouldn't have had the stamina to keep up with Yin Qingying.

Before long, Chen Dong arrived at the entrance of the welfare home and saw Yin Qingying waiting for him, as well as a kind-faced old lady standing next to her.

"Mr. Chen, this is the director of Xingxing Welfare Home."

"Grandma, this is General Manager Chen, he is..."

Upon seeing Chen Dong arrive, Yin Qingying took the initiative to introduce him, but before she could finish speaking, Chen Dong was already being pulled into the welfare home by the director.

Judging from the dean's expression, she looked as if she had just met her grandson-in-law.

"Little Chen, Grandma knew you were coming, so she specially prepared some of her signature dishes, but I don't know if they'll suit your taste."

By the way, it must be a little difficult to get along with Yingying, right? If you suffer any injustice, just tell Grandma, and Grandma will stand up for you!

Don't let Yingying's strong personality fool you; she's actually more responsive to gentle persuasion than force. If you encounter any conflicts, please be understanding and say a few kind words.

With a polite smile on his face, Chen Dong glanced at the talkative old lady beside him and could only nod occasionally to appease her.

Why do I feel like I'm being mistaken for Yin Qingying's boyfriend?

Chen Dong turned to look at Yin Qingying standing at the door. He saw that Yin Qingying also had an embarrassed expression on her face. She quickly followed and opened her mouth as if to say something, but she never got a chance.

Upon entering the house, a dozen or so little kids immediately surrounded him.

Despite the children's scrutinizing gazes, Chen Dong maintained his smile and took out the prepared snacks.

Upon seeing the snacks, the little ones' faces immediately lit up with excitement.

"Xiao Chen, let's give these snacks to them after we finish eating."

The headmistress took the snacks from Chen Dong and casually placed them on top of the cabinet, out of the little boy's reach.

Then, he widened his eyes and pretended to be stern, telling the little one to sit still and get ready for dinner.

"Manager Yin, why don't you explain this to the old lady?"

Chen Dong was pulled by Yin Qingying to sit at the dining table. Watching the busy figure of the dean, he said softly.

To avoid Chen Dong noticing the blush on her cheeks, Yin Qingying nodded slightly and then hurried to the kitchen to help her grandmother.

Seeing Yin Qingying nod, Chen Dong finally breathed a sigh of relief.

He only wanted to visit the orphanage where Yin Qingying had lived, but he didn't expect that in addition to the renovation costs, he would almost get himself killed.

"Brother-in-law, have some water."

Xiao Li held up a glass of water and handed it to Chen Dong.

Chen Dong didn't answer, but instead asked a question.

"What did you just call me?"

"Brother-in-law."

Seeing Xiao Li's matter-of-fact expression, Chen Dong couldn't help but turn to look at Yin Qingying, who was helping the dean.

Although her expression was cold, her appearance was stunning. Not only was she curvaceous, but her long, snow-white legs were also captivating.

There are probably quite a few people who want to date Yin Qingying.

However, Chen Dong is not within this scope.

After gently shaking his head, Chen Dong began to seriously correct Xiao Li.

"I am not married to Ms. Yin Jing... so you can call me brother, but not brother-in-law."

"Okay, future brother-in-law."

Xiao Li wasn't led astray by Chen Dong's train of thought. She blinked her big eyes and still addressed Chen Dong as brother-in-law, only adding the word "future" before it.

Good grief, is he trying to force Yin Qingying to his advantage?

Chen Dong smiled helplessly, no longer dwelling on it, and asked Xiao Li another question.

Why do you insist on calling me brother-in-law?

"Because Yingying said on the phone that she was bringing a friend home, and Grandma also said that a boyfriend is a future marriage partner, that's why I call you brother-in-law."

Xiao Li tilted her head and grinned, revealing two dimples.

"I want to find a boyfriend as handsome as my brother-in-law someday!"

Goodness, he's already a sucker for good looks at such a young age.

"Children say things without thinking, Mr. Chen, please don't take it to heart."

Before Chen Dong could speak, Yin Qingying quickly blushed and offered an explanation.

Then, Yin Qingying gently pinched Xiao Li's cheek and warned her not to talk nonsense anymore.

"Mr. Chen is my sister's friend, not her boyfriend. Don't talk nonsense!"

Xiao Li wrinkled her nose, not daring to say anything more, and obediently sat down to the side.

With Yin Qingying's help, the food was served quickly.

At first glance, although most of the dishes are vegetarian, they look delicious and appealing, which is enough to demonstrate the culinary skills of the dean.

In addition, what surprised Chen Dong was that all the little ones in the welfare home were holding their own small bowls and going to the iron buckets filled with white rice, lining up one after another to get their food independently.

After returning to their seats, they didn't rush to eat, but sat obediently like soldiers in a military camp, waiting for the order to eat.

"This is a rule set by the headmistress to cultivate our sense of independence from a young age."

Yin Qingying sat down next to Chen Dong and explained in a low voice.

Of course, she didn't finish her sentence.

Because they have no parents and no one to rely on, they must learn to be independent.

After witnessing this scene, Chen Dong finally understood why Yin Qingying had developed a strong and independent personality.

After all the little ones had finished getting their food and returned to their seats, the headmistress gave the order to start the meal.

next second.

The little ones picked up their chopsticks and started eating.

Without exception, there was not a sound of conversation, except for the slight chewing sounds.

Orphanages...are they going to be managed like military facilities?

Chen Dong was a little stunned, but was brought back to his senses by a sentence from the dean.

"Xiao Chen, please don't be shy, eat more. You've come all this way, so stay here tonight."

"Would you like to stay here tonight?"

Chen Dong paused in his chopsticks, and a few strands of potato shreds spilled onto the table.

Just as Chen Dong was about to put the shredded potatoes back into the bowl, the dean's next words made him lose his grip on his chopsticks again, and the shredded potatoes fell onto the table once more.

"However, the orphanage doesn't have many rooms, so you and Yingying will probably have to sleep in the same room tonight."

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