My Ex-husband Asked Me to Remarry Him Every Day-Chapter 584 - 576: I Love You

Chen Jiayan replied with a calm, "I’m the only one at home. I have no parents, and I grew up in an orphanage."

He didn’t try to hide his past life.

Xie Qian frowned slightly.

Coming out of the orphanage and achieving what this young man had achieved was quite commendable.

Even though he wasn’t born into one of Hai City’s wealthy families, his personality seemed stable, he spoke measuredly, and he made a good first impression.

Besides, his good looks matched well with his daughter’s.

The pair looked like a couple straight out of a romance, quite well-matched.

Of course, this was just an appraisal of him from the outside.

One can’t know a person’s true nature just by appearances.

Xie Qian wanted to ask more, but Xie Baola cut him off with a joke, "Dad, are you conducting a census? He’s my boyfriend, not a criminal."

Xie Baola then gave Xie Qian a meaningful look.

Any further questions would be absurd.

It should have been a simple affair; there was no need to complicate things.

Xie Qian felt his daughter was already turning her elbow out even before getting married.

How could this be?

Xie Qian looked helpless, and just at that moment, a servant came out to announce that dinner was ready.

Xie Qian rose slowly, "Alright, let’s go have dinner. We can talk more after the meal."

Xie Baola had specifically ordered dishes, asking the servants to prepare a few that Chen Jiayan loved.

The three moved to the dining room.

Xie Qian took the head seat.

Xie Baola and Chen Jiayan sat at one side.

During the meal, Xie Qian observed Chen Jiayan, somewhat deliberately.

Seeing Chen Jiayan eating calmly and with manners, he could hardly find any faults with him.

All in all, it was a pleasant first meeting.

After dinner, Chen Jiayan and Xie Qian sat down to drink tea.

Xie Qian had a chessboard brought out, asking Chen Jiayan to play a game and effectively sent Xie Baola away.

Xie Baola gave Xie Qian a glance that clearly meant not to be too hard on Chen Jiayan.

Having relied on each other for so many years, Xie Qian, of course, knew his daughter was protecting her boyfriend.

The old father felt a pang of heartache...

Xie Baola gave them space to talk.

Xie Qian glanced up, "Do you want the black or white pieces?"

Chen Jiayan answered, "White."

Xie Qian said, "Elders should let the younger go first, you go ahead."

Chen Jiayan nodded respectfully, "Thank you, Uncle."

When it was about time, Xie Baola came downstairs.

Xie Qian and Chen Jiayan had finished their game of chess.

As to what they talked about, Xie Baola had no idea.

When they were leaving, Xie Qian said, "Baola, bring your boyfriend over for dinner more often."

Seeing Xie Baola bring a boyfriend home left Xie Qian somewhat emotional.

His daughter would eventually get married.

As long as she was happy.

Xie Baola chuckled, "I know, I know."

Chen Jiayan nodded politely, "Uncle, we’ll come by again next time."

As Xie Baola followed Chen Jiayan out and sat in the car, she sent Xie Qian a WeChat message: "Dad, do you quite like Chen Jiayan?"

Seeing Xie Qian’s reply, Xie Baola laughed until she trembled like blooming flowers.

Her eyes were lively, as enchanting as fully bloomed roses.

Chen Jiayan glanced at her, "What’s up?"

Xie Baola teased, "Do you want to know what my dad thinks of you?"

Chen Jiayan’s grip on the steering wheel tightened, "What did Uncle say?"

His voice didn’t betray any nervousness.

Xie Baola arched an eyebrow playfully, "What do you think?"

Chen Jiayan honestly replied, "I can’t guess."

Although he sensed that Xie Qian must not have a bad impression of him, he couldn’t be sure.

Xie Baola leaned closer to him, draping her delicate arm over his shoulder, her breath fragrant as an orchid, "My dad said you’re alright."

"Mhm."

Chen Jiayan responded.

His thin lips curved into a faint smile.

Not far from him, Xie Baola, of course, didn’t miss the smile on his face.

"Why hold it back? Just laugh if you’re happy."

Xie Baola had noticed that Chen Jiayan was somewhat reserved when it came to expressing emotions.

He wasn’t the type to easily vocalize his feelings.

Perhaps his childhood experiences had made him shy about expressing himself.

Of course, Xie Baola had discovered that the only time he was passionate was in bed.

Xie Baola moved even closer, "I’m staying at your place tonight."

Chen Jiayan glanced at her, "You’ve moved your clothes to my place, why ask such a question?"

She had seeped into his life, bit by bit.

And her gradual encroachment was all allowed and indulged by him.

There was no doubt tonight would be another fiery one.

...

The intensity of passion in a love affair usually fades over time.

Like boiling water that eventually cools down.

However, this didn’t seem to apply to Xie Baola.

She was always full of enthusiasm, like a fervent rose in bloom, exuding its unique fragrance day by day.

Being in a relationship with Chen Jiayan was an experience that felt fresh and enduring for Xie Baola.

So much so that the fervor of their budding romance didn’t fade after the initial sweet intensity.

That day.

Xie Baola came to Chen Jiayan’s house from her studio.

A meeting with her team had delayed her leaving work.

By the time she got home, Chen Jiayan had already prepared dinner and was waiting for her.

As the door opened,

Xie Baola threw herself into Chen Jiayan’s arms.

Anticipating her movements, Chen Jiayan cleverly bent his knees to catch Xie Baola, wrapping his arms around her waist and pulling her close.

They kissed immediately.

The warm yellow light at the entrance shone over their heads.

In the quiet foyer, they stood together in silence, save for the sounds of their kisses.

In this moment, it seemed like they were the only two people in the world.

Xie Baola’s lips brushed against Chen Jiayan’s ear, "I want you."

Her fox-like eyes burned with desire.

The look in her eyes was no longer innocent.

The atmosphere was instantly ignited.

Chen Jiayan gazed at her face, "Let’s eat first."

Xie Baola slipped her hand inside his shirt, "That can wait."

And so, that ’wait’ turned into two hours.

Xie Baola could hardly muster any energy.

Chen Jiayan carried her to the living room, sat her on his lap in the chair, and then fed her dinner.

Xie Baola enjoyed it.

She could feel that Chen Jiayan loved her, truly and deeply.

Xie Baola looked at him and said, "Chen Jiayan, I love you."

Chen Jiayan paused, seemingly not expecting Xie Baola to say this at the dining table.

Chen Jiayan lowered his lashes, his lips parting slightly, "I know."

Xie Baola was slightly dissatisfied, "Is that your only reaction?"

"Eat first, aren’t you hungry?"

Xie Baola: "...Hungry."

Chen Jiayan continued to feed Xie Baola.

Xie Baola realized that whenever Chen Jiayan didn’t want to answer a question, he would change the subject.

Xie Baola narrowed her eyes, ready to question him when Chen Jiayan started to feed her again.

Xie Baola: "..."