Quick Transmigration: Drama Queen's Daily Life Chapter 1485 - 1474: The Cannon Fodder Big Brother in an Old-School Romance Novel

Since Ye Yanting and Gu Wanqin came back, Ye Qiu didn’t stay at home for dinner and returned early to his downtown apartment.

Tan Nana happened to be taking out the trash and curiously asked, "Didn’t you finally have some free time to go home for the weekend? Why didn’t you eat there and instead bought groceries to bring back?"

Ye Qiu shrugged, "Yanting and his wife returned, so I came back."

Tan Nana laughed at him, "It’s clearly their fault, yet you avoid them. You really are useless."

Ye Qiu didn’t mind her somewhat blunt tone and asked good-naturedly, "I’m cooking fish later, do you want to join me for a meal?"

Tan Nana was tempted and replied without hesitation, "Sure."

It wasn’t her first time eating at Ye Qiu’s place. Ever since one day she had a drink with friends and ended up at the wrong door, she discovered Ye Qiu’s amazing cooking skills. She deeply felt that Ye Qiu was wasting his talent by running a company; opening a restaurant would be more fitting!

Since then, she had been thinking about it. Perhaps her face had thickened after the rebirth, and getting a free meal seemed natural. Although Ye Qiu didn’t cook often, after knowing she fancied it, he would always casually ask if she wanted some whenever he did cook. Over time, both of them got used to it, and Ye Qiu also knew that Tan Nana especially loved fish, whether saltwater or freshwater, cooked in any style. As long as it was delicious, she would love it. Therefore, fish became a staple on Ye Qiu’s dining table.

Today, since it was still early, Ye Qiu made a squirrel-shaped mandarin fish. Before it was done, Tan Nana already came into the kitchen, lured by the fragrance, with a craving look on her face.

Ye Qiu teased her, "Is the Tan Family so rich they’re still lacking food for you?"

"It’s different, what you make is especially delicious," Tan Nana said blissfully. "Speaking of which, you really are versatile, how could Gu Wanqin bear to give you up?"

"This topic is outdated; don’t talk randomly about it anymore."

"Alright, I won’t mention your sad stories. But with your skills, there will be plenty of girls in the future eager to be with you. Wonder who would be so lucky."

"It’s not certain who’ll be so lucky in the future, but right now you’re quite lucky. Go serve the food, the dishes are ready."

"Smells so good!" After serving the rice, Tan Nana eagerly picked a piece of fish and closed her eyes in satisfaction. "Crispy on the outside, tender on the inside, and perfectly sweet and sour. I think I could eat two bowls of rice today."

"Then eat up, little rice bucket."

Being called a rice bucket didn’t upset Tan Nana; instead, she said contentedly, "If I could eat your meals every day, I’d certainly become a rice bucket."

"Keep dreaming!"

Tan Nana felt a bit regretful; why couldn’t Ye Qiu cook every day? She could contribute to the living expenses, though she knew Ye Qiu didn’t need that bit of money. Still, she was very happy to occasionally improve her meals. If it weren’t for the rebirth, she wouldn’t have realized that she was such a foodie; it’s true that without annoying men, she could discover many hidden surprises.

The mandarin fish Ye Qiu bought today weighed over three pounds, but Tan Nana devoured it all. According to the usual rule, when Ye Qiu cooked, Tan Nana cleaned up, but with a dishwasher at Ye Qiu’s place, cleaning was quite easy.

After cleaning, seeing Ye Qiu changing shoes, Tan Nana asked, "You’re heading out so late?"

"I’m too full, going for a walk to digest."

"Wait for me," Tan Nana hurriedly said. "I also need to buy something, let’s go together."

Ye Qiu didn’t mind; the two left together. They lived in the city center, and the park was a bit far; if they didn’t want to walk too far, they could only stroll in the mall. Just as Tan Nana needed to shop, Ye Qiu thought about buying some fruit to bring back, so they went shopping together.

Fortunately, Ye Qiu was with Tan Nana; otherwise, with the things she bought, she couldn’t have carried them back herself.

"Aren’t you going to ask me why I’m buying so many nutritional supplements?" Tan Nana couldn’t help but ask.

"Nutritional supplements are only for elders, right? Is it for your grandpa’s birthday coming up?"

Tan Nana sighed, "I didn’t realize you were so attentive; how did you know?"

Ye Qiu smiled, "I received the invitation; was it hard to guess?"

"Yes, it’s for my grandpa. As he’s getting older, he values his health more; these are definitely the right choice."

"That’s how elderly people are."

"Your grandma isn’t like that. You have no idea how much my grandpa has been scammed by those salespeople. Although our family doesn’t lack money, it’s frustrating to give it to scammers."

"My grandma has seen it all. At her age, enjoying good food, nice drinks, and a calm mind is most important, and she can’t stay idle. She’s even turned the backyard into a vegetable garden."

"That sounds great," Tan Nana nodded. "It kills time and exercises the body, unlike my grandpa who only knows how to take supplements. You can’t even persuade him to engage in Tai Chi; it doesn’t help with health."

"The elder folks have endured a lifetime of hardship, not knowing how long they have left. It’s fine to let them do as they please."

"You’re right. Do you think we’ll be like this when we’re old?"

Ye Qiu laughed, "You’re thinking too far ahead; who knows what the future holds?"

"You’re saying live for today, enjoy the present?"

"As long as you have the means and capability, live as you wish. Life is full of regrets; it’s better to stay open-hearted."

"You live very openly, but then why do you keep working so hard and restraining yourself?"

"I don’t restrain myself. Everyone has different lives they enjoy. I like making my career strong and enjoy the sense of achievement after completing tasks. I don’t find it hard. Work isn’t difficult for me, and I have plenty of time to enjoy life."

"I really envy you! Being smart is a good thing!" Tan Nana said as the elevator arrived, bidding him farewell, "Thank you for today’s conversation; it was a pleasant surprise. See you tomorrow."

"See you tomorrow."

As soon as Tan Nana got home, she received a message from a friend. The other side excitedly sent a photo: "Is this you?"

Opening and enlarging the photo, it was her and Ye Qiu strolling in the mall. At the time, Ye Qiu was saying something, and she was listening intently, looking very harmonious.

"It’s me, what’s up?"

"Girl, not cool! You got a new boyfriend and didn’t tell us."

Tan Nana chuckled as she replied, "He’s not my boyfriend, just my neighbor. We just had a walk after dinner."

"A mere neighbor can have dinner with you, then go shopping, helping you carry things? What kind of neighbor is this? Why haven’t I heard of it? There’s definitely something going on between you two. Look how affectionate you look, when did you become so sweet and docile?"

Did she look affectionate and docile? Tan Nana opened the photo again, realizing it was true. Is this how she always looked at Ye Qiu? Her heart was suddenly in a mess.