The car stopped under the Tianmu Group building.
"I'll go to work first. By the way, Xiao An, the things you gave really... helped a lot!"
With a smack, Mu An was taken aback as he touched his damp cheek.
Mu Wanrou rarely winked at him.
It seemed to lose a bit of the mature, domineering vibe and gain a bit of the unique playfulness and cuteness of a girl.
Or rather, a person is inherently a composite, capable of being both cute and mature... a dual cultivation of charm and maturity?
Watching her graceful figure leave, Mu An couldn't help but ponder this philosophical question.
But in any case, his initial goal had been achieved; he had successfully delivered those business plans and high-tech blueprints into Mu Wanrou's hands.
No matter how rich a person is, they are still just one person, with significant limitations.
But if they can make the whole family rich, then many things can be accomplished.
For example, influencing some matters in international trade, creating more job opportunities, and strongly supporting the country's targeted poverty alleviation plans, etc.
And the Mu family already has power and influence; taking it to the next level would help him continue to be a 'rich second generation' living off his family's wealth!
When facing the impact of different protagonist forces, the Mu family would also have greater confidence!
But...
"Sister Wanrou seems to have no doubts at all about the source of those materials?"
Mu An murmured to himself.
Basically, whatever he said, she would unconditionally believe without a hint of doubt.
One can only say that this feeling of being trusted is indeed wonderful!
'Perhaps one day I can use the heart-to-heart card to eavesdrop on what Sister Wanrou is really thinking?'
…..
Sunshine Community.
As the saying goes, if the east is not bright, the west is bright.
Mu Wanrou went to work, and Mu An had no way to continue collecting the other party's emotional rewards.
At this time, he decisively chose to greet his treasure girl at home and collect her emotional rewards!
With more female leads (gold mines) around, there's this benefit: you can choose whom to collect from and when to do it.
Knock knock—
Mu An knocked on the door.
It seemed that he heard the knocking sound, and a faint sound of slippers walking came from inside.
Soon, the girl saw the man she had been thinking about through the peephole.
The next second, the door was opened.
"An Ge!"
Chu Youmeng excitedly threw herself into Mu An's arms, holding him tightly, her small face rubbing against the man's broad chest.
Like a little kitten cuddling its owner, she was infatuated and joyful.
The cute appearance made Mu An's heart melt.
His voice unconsciously became much gentler.
"Did you miss me?"
"Missed!"
"How much did you miss me?"
"Um... really, really missed!"
The girl looked seriously into the man's eyes, speaking word by word.
"Every day, every minute, every second you're not here, I'm thinking of you."
"Perhaps liking someone is just that simple and unadorned; a single 'I miss you' surpasses a thousand words!"
[Emotional fluctuation of longing and joy from Chu Youmeng +30, congratulations, you have received the reward [Fortune +30]!]
Mu An's gaze met hers, and the corners of his mouth slightly lifted.
Then... amidst her exclamations, he picked her up in a princess carry and strode into the house.
Chu Youmeng seemed to think of something inappropriate for children, shyly lowering her head, her ears turning a cute shade of red.
[Emotional fluctuation of shyness from the girl +20, congratulations, you have received the reward [Complete Set of Tools for Painting Art *1], [Cultivation years +2 years]!]
As they passed the living room, Mu An noticed that the study was half-open, and there seemed to be some easels and paints inside.
What caught his attention was the content of the paintings displayed there, causing him to stop in his tracks.
"An Ge?"
The girl looked up in confusion, then followed the man's gaze to her study.
"What have you been painting lately?"
The man's gaze was intense.
Chu Youmeng felt a bit shy under his stare, her eyes darting around, stuttering, even her accent accidentally 'making a comeback.'
"I... um, actually it's nothing much, just painted... painted you, An Ge..."
"Sorry, I just missed you so much that I couldn't help it... An Ge, you're not angry, are you?"
[Emotional fluctuation of nervousness from the girl +25, congratulations, you have received the reward [Proficiency +5000]!]
Seeing the girl's cautious demeanor, Mu An felt a pang in his heart for some reason.
This was a heartfelt affection for the girl, unique and irreplaceable.
"Why would I be angry?"
Mu An smiled gently, setting the girl down.
At this moment, they had already entered the study.
Though it was called a study, it had actually been transformed by Chu Youmeng into a dedicated painting space, so it would be more appropriate to call it an art studio.
The walls were adorned with paintings of various sizes, and there was an unfinished painting on an easel.
They all shared a common theme: Mu An!
Whether standing, sitting, thinking, or smiling...
All kinds of postures were captured within!
"Your paintings are quite vivid; you've truly inherited some of my skills!"
Mu An generously praised her.
He had previously enhanced his painting skills to teach the girl.
Unexpectedly, after just a few sessions of guidance, Chu Youmeng's painting level had improved dramatically, possibly now rivaling that of professional artists.
In some aspects, she even surpassed them, especially in the emotions she poured into each painting!
"Where... it's all thanks to An Ge's good teaching..."
Chu Youmeng felt a bit shy from the praise, her delicate fingers pinching her clothes, lowering her head in an attempt to look at her toes that she could never see.
Yet, a pure smile like jasmine bloomed at the corners of her lips.
'I was praised by An Ge! So happy!'
[Emotional fluctuation of happiness from the girl +19, congratulations, you have received the reward [Proficiency +3000]!]
Compared to receiving recognition from any professional artist, she preferred the acknowledgment of the man in front of her.
Because each painting contained her deepest and most genuine love for him!
"But, An Ge, do you think I'm a bit silly?"
"Now that electronic technology has developed so well, it's so easy to take a photo with just a tap on the phone."
"Yet I still waste countless efforts to paint it, and the photos taken with my phone are even more realistic..."
Talking about this made the girl feel a bit frustrated and confused.
She even doubted whether she was wasting time and... money!
[Emotional fluctuation of confusion and helplessness from the girl +20, congratulations, you have received the reward [Money +20 million]!]
"Not silly! Not at all!"
"If anyone dares to say my Youmeng is silly, I'll be the first to rush up and argue with them!"
Mu An was slightly taken aback, then gently stroked the girl's head.
"To me, the biggest difference between a phone photo and a painting you created with your own hands is... emotion!"
"Every painting here, every stroke and line, is infused with your most sincere feelings, something that phone photos can never reach!"
"From my personal perspective, I really like them, and I really like... you!"
As soon as these straightforward words of love came out, the girl's eyes instantly filled with tears, her beautiful eyes brimming with moisture.
That restless heart seemed to finally find its own safe haven at that moment!