Wei Zixuan couldn't help but laugh at Liu Qianqian's expression.

BEEP, BEEP, BEEP...

Just then, a ringing phone broke the awkward tension. Chen Zheng answered the call and heard his mother's voice.

"Son, the Spring Festival is approaching. When are you coming home?" his mother's voice came through the phone.

Chen Zheng thought for a moment and replied, "I'll find the time. There are some things I need to deal with right now. Home isn't far, just over an hour's drive."

"Alright, but you must tell me in advance. Also, you won't be coming back alone, will you?" his mom asked again.

"That's right, Rat will be with me!" Chen Zheng said subconsciously.

"Hmm?"

There was a slight pause on the other end of the phone before his mother said softly, "Chen Zheng, you're a man. You should learn to bear things and let go, do you understand?"

The corners of Chen Zheng's mouth twitched. He quietly pressed the speaker button and moved the phone slightly away from his ear. Wei Zixuan and Liu Qianqian watched his actions, completely confused.

"I know, Mom!" Chen Zheng answered.

Then, the voice on the phone suddenly boomed like a summer thunderclap, shocking and intense.

"You know? You know, and you still aren't bringing a girlfriend home? You rascal, you're already in your twenties! If you come home alone again, don't even bother coming back!"

Chen Zheng was stunned, but he recovered quickly. Wei Zixuan and Liu Qianqian were both dumbfounded. When they saw the look on Chen Zheng's face, they couldn't suppress their laughter.

The call ended with a sharp BEEP from his mother's end.

Chen Zheng's mouth twitched as his gaze suddenly fell upon Wei Zixuan and Liu Qianqian.

*[Ding! Congratulations to the host for triggering a choice mission]*

*[Option one: Take Wei Zixuan home. Reward: Top-tier business talent.]*

*[Option two: Take Liu Qianqian home. Reward: A globally limited-edition blue diamond necklace.]*

Chen Zheng immediately fell silent. This was undoubtedly a dilemma of the century, as difficult as choosing whether to save his mother or his girlfriend from a freezing lake.

In that moment, Wei Zixuan's and Liu Qianqian's gazes focused on him like a constellation of stars. Going home for the New Year meant meeting the parents of one's future partner. Wei Zixuan's eyes were as deep as the night, holding an unspoken resolve as she met Liu Qianqian's gaze. Sparks seemed to fly in the silent air.

Chen Zheng was on pins and needles, feeling the atmosphere around him grow heavy. Faced with the system's choice, he hesitated.

Oh, Mom, you've given me such a tough problem.

But he knew the answer had to come from within himself.

Finally, after what seemed like an endless silence, Wei Zixuan broke it. "Chen Zheng, take Qian Qian home for the New Year. I have too much to do, and I need to stay here to safeguard this vast enterprise for you."

"Sister Zixuan!"

Liu Qianqian's eyes twinkled like stars, filled with surprise, but a wave of nervousness surged through her.

"Yes, Qian Qian. You have time, right?" Wei Zixuan's voice was like a spring breeze, landing gently in Liu Qianqian's ears.

"I have time, but I have to make a trip home first!" Though Liu Qianqian's voice trembled slightly, it was filled with determination.

"That's fine. I'll arrange for Chen Zheng to go with you to your home first, and then you can go to his place. It's settled!"

Liu Qianqian nodded deeply, then turned her gaze toward Chen Zheng.

System, I choose option two!

With the path forward now clear, Chen Zheng became firm and resolute.

"Alright," he said. "I'll go help out Rat and the others tomorrow. I'll call you when I get back!"

Chen Zheng's voice was like winter snow, calm yet warm.

"Okay!"

*[Ding! Congratulations, Host, for making a choice. You have received your reward: a globally limited-edition blue diamond necklace.]*

A flicker passed through Chen Zheng's eyes. He had already silently decided who the necklace was for.

With the decision made, even an ordinary lunch took on a special meaning. Afterwards, they parted ways, with Chen Zheng and Wei Zixuan driving to the Fresh Hundred Building.

"Chen Zheng, Qian Qian is a girl as pure as snow. You mustn't let her down," Wei Zixuan said, her words flowing like a clear stream amidst the dazzling array of dishes.

"I won't," Chen Zheng answered, his voice deep and resolute.

Wei Zixuan's intelligence and humility, along with Liu Qianqian's innocence and kindness, had deeply moved him. He was deeply fond of them both.

At this moment, he took a mysterious box from his inventory space and cleverly placed it in front of Wei Zixuan.

"A gift for you," he said softly.

"This is...?"

Wei Zixuan looked at the box in surprise, a delighted smile quickly spreading across her face. Captivated by the ethereal blue of the necklace inside, she couldn't help but exclaim, "The blue is so beautiful, it's like a dream!"

Chen Zheng gently took the necklace and fastened it around Wei Zixuan's neck. In that moment, she seemed to be imbued with new life, her aura instantly elevated.

Chen Zheng smiled with satisfaction and suggested, "We should celebrate this wonderful moment... in a couple of different positions."

Wei Zixuan shot him a shy glare and chided playfully, "You're impossible, always thinking of strange ideas!"

After that, they stopped their teasing and focused on enjoying their meal. Twenty minutes later, they left the Fresh Hundred Building and headed straight for the garden villa. No more words were needed; the prelude to an intense battle had already begun.

「The next day.」

Chen Zheng chose not to go to the Dahong Company, instead taking another path. He went straight to find Li Hao and the others to help them with their daily tasks.

For the next half a month, Chen Zheng was constantly on the move between the Gourmet City, the villa, and Dahong Company, his days busy but filled with anticipation. The New Year's bells were about to chime, and the Gourmet City was ready. It was just waiting for merchants to sign on before opening its doors to the public.

At the same time, Zhao Gao was already on a train, heading back to his hometown.

Meanwhile, Gao Li was summoned home by his mother-in-law, but he left his car keys for Li Hao. He waved to Chen Zheng and said, "Brother Zheng, we're going to buy some New Year's supplies first, then we'll all head home together."

Li Hao turned to Chen Zheng. "Okay," Chen Zheng said. "You go handle the shopping. I have to go pick up someone important."

With a nod, Chen Zheng got into the BMW, and the car sped toward the company like an arrow.

After arriving at the company, Chen Zheng waved a heartfelt goodbye to Wei Zixuan, then met up with Liu Qianqian. The two of them then headed to a bustling shopping mall. They shopped for New Year's goods, as if they were choosing the hopes and joys for the year to come.

When they finished, they met up with Li Hao, whose BMW trunk was already crammed full of various items.

They left the mall and drove towards Yuanxi Village.

In the courtyard of Liu Qianqian's home, they dropped off some of the New Year's goods and then enjoyed a sumptuous lunch amid laughter and joy.

After lunch, they got back in the car and drove to Mumu Village.

Mumu Village, a place full of memories, was their home. It was their roots.

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