A Favor Done, A Husband Won-Chapter 561 - 555: Sweet Extra—Couple’s Variety Show 40

Lin Xu and Zhang Kerong were standing next to another stall nearby, seemingly having a quiet argument again for some unknown reason. Both looked unhappy, especially when they saw Hao Jin and Meng Li being all lovey-dovey, showing public displays of affection, causing them to turn their heads away and look around.

Lin Xu, feeling a bit impatient, urged, "The sun is already up, and if we wait any longer, the market stuff won’t be fresh anymore. Shouldn’t we buy something to take home? It’s scorching this early in the morning, aren’t you guys hot? There’s a place selling popsicles over there."

As he spoke, he wanted to buy popsicles for everyone.

Zhang Kerong quickly followed him, whispering, "Why are you buying popsicles? Aren’t we going to eat later? If our travel expenses aren’t enough, we won’t even be able to afford a bus ticket, and we’ll have to squeeze onto a crowded, hot coach with the staff. Can’t you be sensible?"

"They’re only two bucks each; how expensive can they get? We’re not really close with everyone. Buying a few popsicles might get us talking, avoid being too slow to warm up, don’t you get it?" Lin Xu didn’t bother with her.

"You think you’re so clever! Why don’t you try fasting all day for your wife like Hao Jin does!" Zhang Kerong said angrily before turning away, not wanting to follow him anymore.

Lin Xu didn’t look back.

"Forget it, even though it’s sunny, the temperature isn’t that high yet. Save some money." Luo Fang grabbed Lin Xu who was about to make a purchase and gave him a look, suggesting he should stop arguing with his girlfriend.

Lin Xu decided against buying anything but still didn’t intend to engage Zhang Kerong.

Zhang Kerong simply walked over to where Shi Su and Jing Jihan were. Although Shi Su and Jing Jihan were quiet at the moment, they stood at the vegetable stall with such harmony, discussing which combinations would be both tasty and cost-effective. Clearly, they were young people in their twenties, yet they were so steady, like a couple married for years.

If Shi Su was acting, then building such a sweet wife persona in front of the camera wouldn’t be surprising, considering she’s an actress.

But for someone like Jing Jihan, who rarely shows up let alone fits into such chaotic bustling morning markets, it was surprising how comfortable he seemed, patiently accompanying Shi Su in looking at various things. Even taking off his own coat to drape over Shi Su’s head as a shade against the sun.

Comparing Jing Jihan’s warm and considerate nature at the moment to Lin Xu’s impatience and lack of communication, Zhang Kerong felt even worse. She glanced at Shi Su again, noticing that Jing Jihan’s gaze was often on Shi Su, as others had said, in his eyes, his love was unmistakable.

Zhang Kerong, feeling suffocated, turned around wanting to leave. Just then, Meng Li came over with a box of rice cakes, noticing that Zhang Kerong was upset from her quarrel with Lin Xu, and asked, "Kerong, would you like some rice cake? It’s sweet and delicious."

Another dose of affection arrived, making Zhang Kerong feel even more uncomfortable. Holding back her discomfort, she said, "You go ahead and eat it."

Shi Su noticed that Hao Jin really didn’t buy much, only some inexpensive vegetables and tofu, and also picked up a box of instant noodles from the nearby minimarket, probably planning to get by this way for the day. 𝕗𝚛𝚎𝚎𝐰𝗲𝗯𝗻𝚘𝚟𝚎𝗹.𝕔𝐨𝕞

Shi Su went to the neighboring minimarket too, bought some things, and quietly grabbed an extra portion of ready-to-eat vegetarian meals. Then she looked towards Jing Jihan, who understood her intent and nodded in agreement with no objection.