Generally speaking, in the summer, after everyone finishes eating, they come out to kick the shuttlecock before it gets dark. It's nice to have someone join in, it makes things livelier, and with some friendly smiles, everyone ends up playing together.

No matter where it is, this is very normal, it's just people playing together.

However, as Chu Ge walked into the circle with Ye Li and Shu Lulu on his left and right, a few young men around twenty started looking a bit displeased, especially the one directly opposite Chu Ge, with a buzz cut, dressed in casual clothes, and chewing on a cigarette.

"Lulu, is this your uncle?"

The guy directly opposite Chu Ge glanced at him unhappily, juggling the shuttlecock with his foot, and turned to ask Shu Lulu.

"Yes, this is my uncle. Peng Yu, there are so many people waiting, stop juggling the shuttlecock by yourself. Pass it on, won't you?"

Having confirmed it with Shu Lulu, Peng Yu felt even more upset. He had planned to invite Shu Lulu to a movie later, but with a family member here, it seemed his plans were doomed to fail.

With a belly full of frustration, Peng Yu forced a smile at Chu Ge and kicked the shuttlecock towards him, but it was so fast and at such a tricky angle that it was hard to catch.

"Peng Yu, what kind of kick is that? Aren't you usually quite good?"

Watching the shuttlecock almost skim the ground as it flew towards Chu Ge, Shu Lulu muttered in disbelief, thinking Chu Ge surely wouldn't catch it.

As soon as Shu Lulu finished speaking, Chu Ge casually flicked the shuttlecock up with his toe, making it seem as if catching it was no challenge at all.

"Uncle, great shot! Watch me!"

Shu Lulu was stunned, then admiringly complimented him. Seeing Chu Ge smile at her, an idea suddenly flashed through her mind.

Since she ran into Chu Ge today, it wouldn't do to miss the chance to show off a bit, subtly reminding him she wasn't a little girl anymore.

Thinking this way, Shu Lulu, instead of kicking the shuttlecock up with her foot, juggled it twice with her shoulder before passing it on.

It must be said, Shu Lulu's intentions were quite successful.

Looking at the shuttlecock making a parabolic arc in the air before landing on Shu Lulu, she juggled it again and kicked it back out, radiating youthful energy, quite pleasing to the eye.

While others found it pleasing, Peng Yu felt displeased. His earlier pass to Chu Ge was intentionally made difficult hoping Chu Ge would fumble, but unexpectedly, Chu Ge casually managed to catch the shuttlecock.

Grumbling internally, Peng Yu signaled to his friends, and soon the shuttlecock was back at his feet. Suddenly, he gave it a fancy shot, sending it towards Chu Ge at an even faster speed and a more awkward angle.

"Let's see how you'll catch this?"

Seeing the shuttlecock brush past Chu Ge, Peng Yu couldn't help feeling a bit smug. But as soon as his lips curved, the outcome startled him. Chu Ge, looking just as casual, merely lifted his heel and, with a light touch, flicked the shuttlecock back onto the field.

"Hey! I don't believe it! How good can old arms and legs be?"

With these thoughts, Peng Yu put in extra effort. Even if he couldn't take Shu Lulu out tonight, he wanted to show off a bit, hoping to find a chance to make this guy lose face.

After a while, Peng Yu became more and more irritated. No matter how tricky the angles he kicked, they seemed to pose no challenge to Chu Ge.

Rather than causing Chu Ge any trouble, he was happily playing with two beauties by his side, chatting and laughing, not even needing to make big moves to catch the difficult shots.

If it was just this, Peng Yu would be upset but not too hostile to Chu Ge. What really got to him was how Shu Lulu was looking at Chu Ge in a strange way, making it seem like this guy wasn't really her uncle.

Whenever Chu Ge's gaze lingered on her, she seemed to be finding every opportunity to show off her figure under his watchful eyes, making Peng Yu envious, jealous, and resentful.

Chu Ge naturally sensed Peng Yu's hostility, but he couldn't be bothered to stoop to a young boy's level. At his age, he had no interest in fussing with kids.

After playing for a while, Shu Lulu had a light sheen of sweat on her forehead, with a few strands of rose-tinted hair, just like Luo Suyun's, sticking to her forehead. Every time she caught the shuttlecock, she burst with youthful vitality.

On the other hand, Ye Li noticed how Chu Ge's gaze always lingered on Shu Lulu, causing her to feel a bit dejected and even a little envious of Shu Lulu.

Originally, it was supposed to be her and Chu Ge taking a walk, but this little girl ended up stealing Chu Ge's attention. If she had known this would happen, she wouldn't have come. What exactly is the relationship between this girl and Chu Ge?

Ye Li just thought about it for a moment, then immediately felt relieved. She felt that knowing Chu Ge and having the current relationship with him was already great. Why should she be discontent, make wild guesses, or feel jealous?

Similarly playing shuttlecock, Shu Lulu was playing energetically, but as Ye Li thought about these things, she gradually became a bit absent-minded. Several times the shuttlecock fell near her, and she didn't react.

The shuttlecock fell once more at Ye Li's feet. Chu Ge noticed she wasn't in the mood for playing and bent down to pick up the shuttlecock, casually tossing it to someone else. He said to Ye Li, "Tired? How about we head back?"

"Ah?" Ye Li was somewhat lost in thought; she was taken aback when she suddenly heard Chu Ge's voice and only then said, "I'm fine, Brother Chu, you don't have to worry about me. If you haven't had enough fun, we can stay a while longer."

Chu Ge shook his head, "I came along to accompany you. Since you don't want to play, let's head home."

Upon hearing the words "head home," Ye Li's heart immediately warmed up; all her melancholy was replaced by sweetness. It felt as if she and Chu Ge were a real couple; she immediately smiled softly and nodded in agreement.

The same words sounded delightful to Peng Yu's ears. At last, this annoying guy was leaving. No matter how this guy and Shu Lulu were getting along, he could at least try to ask Shu Lulu to a movie.

However, just as Peng Yu thought of this, he saw Shu Lulu suddenly widen her eyes, stopping her shuttlecock play, and looked at Chu Ge in astonishment, "Uncle, do you mean...you two live together?"

Ye Li blushed, while Chu Ge seemed a bit speechless. He flicked Shu Lulu's forehead, "Why make a fuss? Go play your shuttlecock and remember to go home early."

Just a moment ago, Ye Li was feeling envious of Shu Lulu, and now, in the blink of an eye, Shu Lulu was envious of Ye Li. Watching the two turn and leave, Shu Lulu's face immediately filled with confusion.

Although she always claimed she wanted to be Chu Ge's mistress, of course, she wanted to be Chu Ge's girlfriend. Knowing another woman lived in Chu Ge's house, she naturally felt uncomfortable.

As Shu Lulu was feeling upset, Peng Yu came over happily, "Lulu, how about I take you to a movie?"

Shu Lulu, already irritated, felt even angrier hearing Peng Yu ask her to a movie. Of course, she knew this guy from the shuttlecock game just wanted to hit on her, hoping for something more after the movie.

"Watch your..."

Originally, she intended to say "no way," but watching Chu Ge and Ye Li from the corner of her eye, her words turned into, "Alright! Let's go to a movie!"

In Shu Lulu's mind, in line with the script of a romantic drama, Chu Ge would surely turn around and stop her. She was afraid Chu Ge wouldn't hear her, so she intentionally said it loudly.

Yet, Chu Ge's steps didn't falter at all; he continued walking away with Ye Li without a pause.

Peng Yu, expecting nothing more than a try, was overjoyed when Shu Lulu readily agreed. He didn't even notice Shu Lulu's gaze fixed on Chu Ge's back, her expression growing increasingly grim.

Chu Ge didn't turn back, but Ye Li looked back, somewhat uneasy, saying, "Brother Chu, that guy seems to have ulterior motives with Shu Lulu. It's so late. If they go to a movie now, shouldn't you...say something to her?"

Chu Ge smiled slightly, "That girl is an adult too. Whatever she wants to do is her own freedom. I'm not her guardian. At most, I just know her. Why should I interfere with her choices?"

"After the movie, how about we go to a bar and have some fun?"

"Sure! Sounds great!"

Behind Chu Ge, Shu Lulu and Peng Yu's voices echoed once more.

Shu Lulu's voice grew louder, filled with a retaliatory tone, while Peng Yu was even more thrilled. He originally had such a plan but felt awkward to bring it up, intending to suggest it after the movie depending on the situation. He could never have imagined Shu Lulu would propose it herself.

Chu Ge's steps remained steady without any hesitation, while Ye Li's expression became more worried and tense. She tugged at Chu Ge's arm, halting their steps.

"Brother Chu, are you really not going to do anything? Even if they go to a movie now, it'll be late when it ends. If they go to a bar to drink after that, the girl might..."

Ye Li didn't finish her sentence, but the implication was clear.

Chu Ge shook his head, "If I intervene this time, what about next time, and the time after that? I can't always be by her side, right? Since she's an adult now, she should learn how to take responsibility for her own actions."

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