Chapter 1546 - 1548

Gong Jiaxin has noticed that things have been quite odd these past few days, her little sister is actually avoiding Zhao Xuran.

What’s going on? Why would she avoid Zhao Xuran? Did they have a fight?

Otherwise, Zhao Xuran wouldn’t have that "I messed up" expression on his face.

Gong Ruzhi is busy processing codes every day, so how could he pay attention to such things? Well, even if he noticed, so what.

He’s quite busy himself. "I don’t know, but as long as my sister doesn’t suffer a loss, it’s all good."

"Plus, it’s obvious that brother-in-law did something to wrong my sister. It’s good to teach him a lesson. Otherwise, he’d seriously think he’s some big deal."

Wan Yihui continues to read his book, not getting involved in this matter, since neither side is someone he can afford to offend. Maybe they didn’t even fight; they could just be having a minor spat.

"Yeah, that’s true." Gong Jiaxin pondered that even if Gong Ruini is in the wrong, Zhao Xuran wouldn’t really do anything to her.

Watching the coming and going of Gong Ruini and Zhao Xu, Gong Jiaxin can’t help but feel a bit envious.

Gong Ruzhi glanced up and saw Gong Jiaxin’s envious expression. "Sis, don’t stare at them so much. You’ll end up not finding a boyfriend."

"Hey!" Gong Jiaxin was annoyed. What’s up with this kid? Why is he talking about his sister like that?

"I’m serious. Not many rich men are as loyal as my brother-in-law."

"Are loyal ones as rich as my brother-in-law?"

"Moreover, are they really loyal? Maybe they want to spend a little, but if they have no money, how can they spend?" Gong Ruzhi remarked bluntly.

"Not to mention that my brother-in-law is quite a catch, you know; he has abs." Gong Ruzhi couldn’t resist touching his own abs.

Well, after being stuck at home, school, and work for so long, he’s been lax on his fitness. As a result, forget about seeing abs, he’s even getting a little belly now.

Sigh, it’s truly pitiful. How old is he, and his physique isn’t good enough already. Who knows how bad it’ll get as he ages.

Is this kid thinking about his abs again? Gong Jiaxin couldn’t help but laugh, "If you don’t start working out, it’s not just a little belly problem—you’re going to end up with a swimming ring."

Of course, this term was coined by Gong Ruini, and Gong Jiaxin found it exceptionally spot-on.

A life preserver? Geez, that sarcasm was a bit much. "I won’t let that happen. I’ll work out." Just imagining the scenario made Gong Ruzhi shiver.

If it really came to that, would any pretty girls still like him?

Would he end up needing money to attract girls in the future? Heavens, no, please no.

He used to joke about Zhao Guangran with this punchline countless times, and now that he’s turning into that kind of person, Zhao Guangran would undoubtedly laugh his head off.

The thought of being the butt of Zhao Guangran’s jokes propelled Gong Ruzhi to his feet.

"Brother-in-law, let’s go work out together."

"Huh." Zhao Xuran didn’t expect Gong Ruini to get so upset; actually, he knew Gong Ruini would surely be angry.

He just didn’t anticipate that she would be this mad. "I don’t have time right now."

What’s the point of working out when he should be focusing on winning back his wife? Otherwise, waking up alone every day—how lonely could it be?

He has a wife, so why be so pitiful?

No time? How could you have no time? Gong Ruzhi raised his voice to Gong Ruini, "Sis, brother-in-law won’t take me to work out."

"Sis, look how awful brother-in-law is." Humph, if he’s not taking him to work out, then he’s telling on him.

Gosh, really, how come everyone has learned to snitch, "I’ll take you to work out, I’ll take you."

Humph, isn’t it just working out? Zhao Xuran reckons if his brother-in-law lacks tact, then he won’t be polite.

Gong Ruzhi follows behind Zhao Xuran, paying no attention, but Gong Jiaxin sees it and looks at the clueless Gong Ruzhi.

"You know, staying blissfully unaware might be a good thing." Gong Jiaxin said meaningfully.

Sadly, Gong Ruzhi, anxious to shed his belly, has no clue.

"No worries, he needs a workout regimen anyway; otherwise, carrying a big belly isn’t very appealing." Gong Ruini has long wanted to remind Gong Ruzhi, but this kid always says he’s busy, busy.

"Wow, brother-in-law, must you go this hard?"

"So many tasks could kill a person." Gong Ruzhi knows he’s in for suffering today, and he’s prepared to endure.

But he never expected brother-in-law’s methods to be this ruthless.

"You need this every day, remember to check in daily, I’ll supervise." Nice, nice, after some tough love, he feels much better.

Zhao Xuran’s mood improved a bit; Gong Ruzhi’s mood was far from good.

"Oh my gosh, my poor old waist." Gong Ruzhi felt really awful, extreme suffering.

Gong Jiaxin was well-prepared, tossing over a box of Black Ointment, "Need help applying it?"

"Oh, my dear sister, I love you to bits. I’ll shower first, and then I’ll have Xiao Hui help me apply the ointment." Even though applying ointments is real age-related stuff, at this moment, Gong Ruzhi genuinely feels he absolutely needs it.

"Apply more, his cervical spine isn’t great either." Zhao Xuran emerged fresh from the gym, speaking to Gong Ruzhi picking up pace to leave.

Poor cervical spine? This got Gong Ruini worried, "What happened?"

"Played too much computer, I told him to elevate the computer, didn’t I?" In later generations, many people’s cervical problems stemmed from computer and phone usage.

She had particularly kept an eye on Gong Ruzhi facing the computer all day, concerned about cervical issues.

Despite all the repeated warnings, this turned out problematic, seriously irritating Gong Ruini.

Just as she was about to ban computer use, Zhao Xuran hastily pleaded, "I won’t dare anymore, I’ll be careful."

Truly, today is unlucky, finally considering a proper workout, yet ended up being mistreated like this.

The body received a heavy toll, even the computer seems at risk.

This could spell major trouble, living without a computer—is that even living?

"Not good."

"Move the computer to a common area." After pondering, this kid relies on it way too much; banning computer use could cause big headaches.

In pursuit of a harmonious life, Gong Ruini finally relented.

Though not entirely satisfied, it’s better than nothing; Gong Ruzhi raised no objections, knowing protesting wouldn’t change a thing, maybe even lead to computer confiscation.

Watching the couple so effortlessly resolve things with Gong Ruzhi, Gong Jiaxin shook her head. Fighting? Is this how they fight?

It’s not at all; their coordination seems so good. Meanwhile, it’s poor Gong Ruzhi who’s left out.