Chapter 11: The Talk

While Xu Qianghua was still lost in thought about Shadow and his unexpected leadership role, a voice startled him.

"Qiangqiang, what are you spacing out for?" Liu Meiying asked, turning her head to check.

"Huh!? Oh, nothing, sister Meiying, let's go change," Xu Qianghua replied, jolted by her sudden question, and urged Liu Meiying to change.

"Okay, sweetie," Liu Meiying responded, though she seemed suspicious, she let the matter go.

While walking ahead of Liu Meiying, Xu Qianghua made up his mind to ensure that all the people from the orphanage who were loyal to him were required to play Immortal Odyssey: Paths of Destiny when it was released. This would give them a better start than they had in his previous life.

However, he also needed to find a way to get rid of the good-for-nothing leeches who were given everything but, instead of being content and thankful, regarded them as a piggyback to squeeze.

'But I should do that a few days before the game goes online, or else I'll have to deal with them, and I don't want anyone to deal with that,' Xu Qianghua reminded himself. He then pushed the thought to the back of his mind as they reached the entrance to the main bedroom.

They entered the main bedroom and went to the walk-in closet, filled with clothes belonging to Xu Qianghua, Liu Anwei, and Liu Meiying.

'As it's going to be nighttime soon, should I just wear my nightgown, or should I wear something else?' Liu Meiying asked herself as she held a red, sexy, transparent nightgown in one hand and a normal pair of pajamas in the other.

Suddenly struck by an idea, she decided to involve Xu Qianghua.

"Hey, Qiangqiang, what do you think I should wear?" Liu Meiying held up the two pieces of clothing, seeking Xu Qianghua's opinion.

Caught off guard, Xu Qianghua hesitated for a moment before quickly understanding her intentions. He pointed to one of the choices.

"I think this one is good," he said, indicating the red, sexy, transparent nightgown.

After dinner, as the maids served desserts, Liu Meiying asked Xu Qianghua, "So, you said you had something to talk about?"

"Yes, Sister Meiying, I want your help with something. Let's discuss it in the study," Xu Qianghua replied after finishing his dessert.

"Thank you, girls, for the wonderful meal. Also, thank Meifang for the wonderful dinner, as always," he added as he got up to head towards the main study.

Liu Meiying finished her dessert and followed Xu Qianghua up the stairs, thanking the girls as she passed.

Su Meiling, who overheard their conversation, asked Su Meixue, "What do you think Master wanted to talk about with Sister Meiying?"

"No idea, but you should focus on cleaning up the table rather than wondering about that," Su Meixue replied as she started to clear the table.

Study Room

Xu Qianghua entered the study first and took in the sight of walls lined with rows of books, from ancient to modern, in various languages—books that would aid him in his pursuits.

Liu Meiying followed closely, sitting on his lap and wrapping her arms around his neck.

"So, what does my son-in-law want to talk about with his mother-in-law?" she teased, rubbing her nipples against his chest.

Xu Qianghua, instead of replying immediately, pulled her into a tight hug, one hand resting on her waist while the other gently stroked her hair.

"Sister Meiying, can you help me cash out my shares in the Xu Group?" he finally asked, his head next to hers while taking in the fresh scent from Liu Meiying's hair.

Liu Meiying who was enjoying Xu Qianghua's company didn't react at first but when her brain restarted and replayed what he said in her brain she jolted and tried to get out of Xu Qianghua's embrace.