Chapter 9: Part 9 – The In Laws

Fang Zexi

2 months later

“Yes, this looks nice but maybe a little lighter shade of blue for this title? Great!” Xiao Wen claps his hands happily at the laptop screen and grins at Yinghao. Seeing him happy makes me smile too. 

“Baby, I am going to unpack the glassware and stuff.” I tell him as I pick up a box marked ‘Fragile’ to set it gently on the marble counter.

Xiao Wen turns and blows me a kiss, making me grin. “Thank you, hubby.” As usual his latest term of endearment melts my heart and gets me hard instantly. I tell myself inwardly to resist tackling him before our best friend who is now shuddering.

“Come on, lovey dovey later. You need to pick fonts now.” Yinghao says, getting Xiao Wen’s attention back to the laptop. They are working on the menu for the cafe that Xiao Wen has been working hard to open. 

A week or so after the gathering, Xiao Wen talked to me and said he wanted to do something more with the life he has here instead of just being a little housewife. He wanted to support me too. As much as I love pampering him, I would never restrict him. 

He told me he heard that the cafe near our apartment building was closing because the owner was getting on in years and wanted to retire. It was a shame because the venue was popular with those who lived in this area. 

Xiao Wen said, “I thought.. maybe I could take over. You know, I have been getting better at cooking and I love it.” Better? It was an understatement. Xiao Wen’s cooking is incredible. So incredible I had to hit the gym more often. Yinghao has put on a pant size. 

“That is a good idea.” I was on board instantly. I would support him no matter what. 

“But the capital and money…” Xiao Wen hesitated and I almost smacked my little boyfriend’s butt.

“I told you, money is not an issue.” It really isn’t. I had comfortable savings since I am not really a big spender. I paid for my apartment and my car in full. “I can be an investor and you can pay me back when you start earning. I want to support your dreams.”

“Thank you! I will work really, really hard.” And Xiao Wen showed me exactly how grateful he was with his mouth.

So, we spoke to the old owner who had grown fond of Xiao Wen who always walked past and chatted with him. We bought the business over and closed it for a revamp. Xiao Wen decided to name the place after us. “WenXi’s Cafe”. 

Since then, Xiao Wen has been working hard at planning the renovation and menu. It seems my little boyfriend had an eye for interior design. He converted the place into a cosy, yet minimalist cafe. Where people could eat, have quiet conversations or have a space to think. I absolutely love how wonderful the place looks now. 

I often helped with cleaning and unpacking while Yinghao offered to help with the designing of the logo and menus. If all goes well, we would be set to open in another month. 

“Oh right, we have to hire a cashier and waiter or waitress.” Xiao Wen says as he stands up and stretches a little. The previous kitchen assistant would be staying on, glad that he still has a job. But other than him, we would need more staff. 

“I can place a job advert online.” Yinghao says. “I will do it right away.” He turns back to his laptop.

“Thank you.” Xiao Wen smiles before walking over to me. I am done with unpacking the glasses. Xiao Wen wraps his arms around me.

“Thank you for making my dream come true. I will work really hard.” He gives me a peck on the lips.

“I know you will.” I smile at my boyfriend. 

At that moment, my phone buzzes in my pocket. Xiao Wen steps back to let me pull it out. It is my mother. “Crap. I forgot to call her last night.” My mother is a sweet woman but she can really nag. 

Xiao Wen immediately looks a little horrified too. “I forgot to call her too or reply to her emails lately.. Take this one for us ok? I will go help Yinghao.” He quickly escapes back to Yinghao while I walk to the kitchen to get some privacy.

“Hey Mom.” I answer the call, leaning against a counter.

“Are you or Xiao Wen really that busy to even give me a call?” My mother’s miffed voice starts right away.

I told my parents about my relationship with Xiao Wen after the gathering, through a video call. My parents were a little shocked to know that I was dating a guy but they are open-minded and got over it quickly. When they asked where we met, we had to lie a little and told them it was at a work event.

My mom also fell in love with Xiao Wen quickly, calling and emailing him nonstop about cooking recipes. And my dad is amazed about Xiao Wen’s knowledge of culture. So they call us almost every other day to chat with Xiao Wen since we could not find the time to return to my home city to visit them for now.

“Sorry Mom. We have been busy with the cafe opening. We are targeting to open it in a month.” I explain.

At my words, my mom’s tone became excited, clearly forgiving us. “Ooh, alright then I understand. I was calling about that too. Your father and I are thinking of coming in a week’s time to stay for some time. He got some time off work. We can finally meet Xiao Wen and help with the cafe.”

I smile at her announcement, happy to hear that my parents will be visiting. I do miss my parents and them meeting my boyfriend face to face is overdue. 

“That sounds great. Give me the dates. I will settle your flights and try to book a rented apartment near our place so that it is more convenient.”

“Thanks son. We can book the flights. Just help us to get the place.” My mom says gently. “Is there anything from your room that you would like me to bring along?”

Then I recall there is an item I was hoping my mom would pass to me. I glance out of the kitchen where Xiao Wen is busy talking to Yinghao. 

I lower my voice. “Nothing from my room, but Mom.. would you mind bringing your engagement ring?” My mother has a beautiful engagement ring that was handed down from her family. My mom always told me that she would give it to me one day, when I am ready to give it to my significant other.

My mom gasps softly. “Xiao Xi, are you sure? I mean.. I love Xiao Wen, and you two seem so happy but it hasn’t been very long.. I just want you to be sure.” 

My parents and everyone else would think that Xiao Wen and I have only been together for a few months. But if we count the time in his world, it has been long enough. Besides, I will not love anyone else but him. 

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I understand her intentions. She is just looking out for me. “I am very sure.” I reply firmly. “There is no one else for me. And I am certain he feels the same way.”

“Oh my baby…all grown up.  Alright, I will bring it. It will look amazing on Xiao Wen. We can help with the proposal too, you know.” My mom teases. 

I chuckle. “Yeah, I was hoping you guys would.”

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Mu Li Wen

“Ah.. Stop it.. We are going to be late.” I try to smack Zexi away but it is futile as he starts kissing my neck, while his muscular arms wrap around me like thick snakes. I can even feel him grow harder against my belly. How is he still hard when we just had one round of morning sex? But I should know it is possible since Zexi is always.. ahem.. hornier in the morning.

I try to fight the toe-curling pleasure as he sucks in a particular sensitive spot below my Adam’s apple. “Zexi, we have to pick your parents up at the airport in 1 hour… traffic..”

“I will get us there. One more round…I want you so badly.” Zexi murmurs against my skin, his breath tickling me. But it is the possessive desire in his voice that makes my brain turn to mush. Then I feel one of his hands slide down to my butt, squeezing it. 

And I lose.

“Ah.. uh.. okay just one more round…”

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I shift from foot to foot uncomfortably as I try to find a position to stand that will make me feel the least sore. We are waiting for Zexi’s parents at the arrival gates. 

“Are you okay?” Zexi rubs his hand against my lower back while he shoots me a guilty look.

I return it with a cranky look. “You did me three more times before you were satisfied. Seriously, where does your stamina come from?!” 

Usually I absolutely love Zexi’s stamina but definitely not before I am about to meet his parents for the first time and I can’t even walk right! 

The cheeky man I love actually sends me a wink. “I am still young, baby and I work out. Plus, you are too irresistible  to me. I am sorry, okay?” He leans in and presses a kiss to my cheek, softening my anger. 

I sigh. “It’s fine. I just hope your parents don’t notice anything or I am going to ban sex for a week.” I mutter and Zexi looks horrified. I would hate to ban Zexi from touching me but with his parents around, some self-control is needed! I really wish they would not notice how awkward I am walking  later. 

Of course, I do not get my wish.

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Fang Zexi

“Xiao Wen, would you want a pillow to sit on? It will be more comfortable. And we should order more dishes to boost-“

“Mom, that is enough!” I quickly cut in as my boyfriend’s face turns red while my father looks embarrassed too. 

We are at the restaurant for lunch and my mother has not stopped fussing over Xiao Wen since she met him. My father had greeted him with a warm smile. My mother, on the other hand, hugged him like she was her own son. 

When my parents noticed Xiao Wen walking awkwardly, they put two and two together. My father kept silent but my mother seemed delighted to spoil and fuss over Xiao Wen more.

“Come on. We are not prudes. I am happy that the both of you are close in every way…”

“Mom, please. Stop. I beg you.” I cut her off again as Xiao Wen shoots me a scowl. At this rate, my boyfriend is going to ban sex from me for the first time ever and I will go crazy.

Thankfully, my father swoops in to help as he hands my mother the menu to distract her. “Quickly choose the dishes, my dear. I am hungry.”

While my mother is distracted, I give Xiao Wen an apologetic smile and reach out to squeeze his hands that are on his lap.

He gives me a wry look and I am not sure if I am forgiven. Before I can ask, my mother speaks again.

“Xiao Wen, is there any food you are allergic to?” My mom asks Xiao Wen gently. 

Xiao Wen shakes his head. “No, Aunty. I am not picky either.” He gives my mother a sweet smile which makes her beam. 

“Okay, then I will order the dishes I remember you told me you love.” My mom says, obviously adoring my boyfriend.

While my parents are busy ordering, Xiao Wen leans over and whispers to me. “You are lucky I love them. So I will forgive you.”

Phew. I am about to let out a sigh of relief but Xiao Wen adds. “But tonight, don't even think about it. I need to recover.”

I pout but it does not work as Xiao Wen gives me a fake smile. 

I sigh and it is full of disappointment now. “Yes, wifey.” If I had known, I would have done one more round this morning.

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