Ge'er and Tong An'an were having dinner, while Shang Jincheng dangled the baby in front of them, chatting with them.
When it came to babies, Shang Jincheng knew a lot.
From pregnancy, to a few months after birth, to one or two years old, to starting school, there was nothing he didn't know.
Tong An'an, truly fond of children, was delighted to find someone she could talk to about them, her face lighting up.
Her attitude towards him was much better than towards Jiang Jingyu.
She even said, "It's so nice chatting with you, come visit often when you have time. I find everyone more pleasing to look at than my own husband now."
"He's not home, I'm annoyed he's always away. When he's back, I'm annoyed seeing him too. He's like a silent statue all day. If I talk to him, he says a few words, otherwise, he won't say a peep. I like people like you."
Zhan Jingge's hairs stood on end.
Were the two of them crossing a line?
Shang Jincheng didn't think so at all. "Sure, as long as you're happy. I can come every day. I also feel we're fated, it's so enjoyable talking to you."
"I like women who are gentle and proper like you, unlike some people."
Well, Zhan Jingge had become the superfluous one, one of "some people."
She gave him a cold look. "Since I'm so annoying, should I leave?"
Tong An'an felt it was inappropriate now.
"How can you leave? If you leave, what would it look like for just the two of us? Let's all three hang out together. You should also come more often to keep your sister-in-law company, otherwise, I'm afraid of postpartum depression. You don't know how bad it feels to be alone at home."
Speaking of postpartum depression, Zhan Jingge couldn't refuse her and could only agree.
"Alright, if you like it, I'll come more often."
Tong An'an continued chatting with Shang Jincheng.
She mentioned that she had been working out of town, and Jiang Jingyu was always immersed in his work. They had talked for a long time about installing a home theater to watch movies together when they had free time, but due to pregnancy and childbirth, they had been too busy, and it hadn't happened yet.
Shang Jincheng immediately offered.
"That's easy to fix. It's just installing a projector. I'll do it after dinner, and you can use it tonight."
"Your Zhan Group has this product. One call and someone will be at your door. Jingyu really, he doesn't even pay attention to such small matters."
It would be a loss for the entertainment industry if Tong An'an wasn't an actress.
"Who says not. Then I'll trouble you. I haven't watched a movie in so long, I'm really eager. Please help me install it this afternoon."
And so, the afternoon's activities were settled.
After dinner, Shang Jincheng didn't delay and went to assemble the bed. Zhan Jingge followed him, looking at him with disdain.
"Have you ever heard the saying, 'Do not bully a friend's wife'?"
"Yes, I have. What about it?"
"Then why are you being so nice to my sister-in-law, always trying to outshine my brother?"
Shang Jincheng's eyes went dark. "Zhan Jingge, your thoughts are too dark. We are a couple now, she is your sister-in-law, and all this I'm doing is for..."
"Fine, even if we weren't a couple. I simply see her as my sister-in-law and want to do something for her, to share your brother's burden. Look at you."
Ge'er snorted. "You'd better keep your thoughts pure."
Shang Jincheng seized the opportunity to flirt. "If you're so worried about me, you can come supervise me every day from now on, to see if we have a pure relationship of sister-in-law and brother-in-law."
"Oh no, it should be sister-in-law and brother-in-law."
"Get lost."
Zhan Jingge didn't want to waste time. While he was busy, she called someone to deliver a projector.
The workers felt strange when installing it, thinking they had just installed one for President Jiang not long ago, so why replace it so soon?
By three in the afternoon, the projector was installed, and the bed was assembled. Now there was no excuse for him to stay, right?
Unexpectedly, Shang Jincheng had more tricks up his sleeve.
"I've been squatting for so long, my back is sore. Your sister-in-law probably has a sore back from taking care of the baby too, right? How about I treat you to a massage?"
Tong An'an heard this. "Massage? That would be wonderful! My back has been hurting a lot lately. But what about the baby?"
"Bring her along. They have people who specialize in looking after children there. If you're really worried, you two can get your massages, and I'll watch the baby."
Tong An'an was very forthright. She immediately dressed the baby, grabbed Zhan Jingge, and they went out with him.
Shang Jincheng, familiar with the place, took them to a high-end wellness center.
There was hot spring, spa, body treatments, beauty services, and massages.
He was a platinum member there, telling them to enjoy themselves freely, even if they chose the entire package.
Perhaps Tong An'an was bored from staying home during her confinement, or perhaps Zhan Jingge hadn't understood her before.
Why was she so unreserved?
She decisively chose a package.
She pulled Zhan Jingge along and they experienced it from start to finish. They didn't come out until eight in the evening, having started at four.
Originally, Zhan Jingge had worried that the baby would cry from hunger, but Shang Jincheng was surprisingly good at taking care of children.
He fed the baby milk powder and soothed her to sleep soundly.
When they came out, he was holding the baby, lying in a massage chair, sleeping.
The adult and child were nestled together, his way of taking care of the baby giving it a playful air.
Tong An'an, realizing this later, apologized to him.
"It was originally you who wanted a massage, but I ended up enjoying it all. I'm really sorry. Go get your massage quickly. You've worked hard today."
Shang Jincheng seemed indifferent.
"It's not hard, I took a nap and recovered. A man is a man, not so delicate. Are you done? You look beautiful. Naturally beautiful women look even more stunning with a little effort. I wonder if I have the honor of inviting you two to dinner."
Zhan Jingge really didn't want to spend more time with him, saying she had to go back. Tong An'an pulled her hand.
"You know I don't have a nanny at home, so I'd have to cook myself if I went back. Just stay and have dinner with me outside. Is sister-in-law too troublesome, are you getting impatient?"
Zhan Jingge had no choice but to go.
Shang Jincheng had booked a restaurant in advance and took them for a French dinner.
Sitting in the elegant Western restaurant, sipping red wine, and listening to music, Tong An'an was very satisfied.
"I haven't been this relaxed in so long, this is what enjoying life is. You really know how to live, unlike Jingyu and the others, who are busy every day and don't know the meaning of life."
Shang Jincheng held the baby with one hand and ate with the other. "Right? It seems we agree, people must ensure every day is happy."
"What else do you want to do tomorrow, sister-in-law? Just say it. I'm free these two days anyway, I'll fulfill all your wishes."
Tong An'an said, "I haven't played mahjong in a long time. Can you gather a table of people for me tomorrow?"
"No problem. Just wait. I'll make sure you're happier tomorrow than you were today."
After dinner, Shang Jincheng drove them back.
It was already ten o'clock at night.
He said he wasn't tired, but after talking and being busy all day, how could he not be tired?
People have hearts, and Ge'er couldn't bear to make him drive back and forth again to send her. So, she got out of the car with Tong An'an and stayed at Jiang Jingyu's house that night.