Jinling had entered its coldest season.
Jiang Linyuan had completely regressed, curling up under the covers all day like the female investigator from The Homebody Guard Squad, sunk deep into a quagmire.
Unable to pull himself free, he was also enjoying every minute of it.
On top of that, Haji Yao had been excessively filial lately, bringing breakfast to his bedside every day.
It was a little strange, but the food brought right to his mouth was hot. No need to overthink it—just keep eating.
After breakfast, he went to the town market with Haji Yao in the morning. In the afternoon, he went home to make dumplings and steamed buns and prepare for the New Year.
In the evening, he called the Department Head, Xiao Yilin, Little Su, and the Saint of Thieves, chatting away for ages.
How lucky they were to have a gentle, considerate friend like me!
Today was Monday, and according to the schedule, it was time to video call Little Su.
"Little Su! Little Su! Where's my New Year's gift? Hurry up and give it to me—I'm due my friend fee!"
Su Muzhi picked up the call and heard Jiang Linyuan's downright sleazy remark. She lifted her chin, a careless smile on her face.
"Heh. True, it's New Year's. Even pets deserve better treatment. What do you want?"
"Such a shallow woman. What I want can't be bought with money!"
Jiang Linyuan shot back indignantly.
Well, not exactly. British pounds could be exchanged for Japanese yen, though there was a bit of risk involved.
"Is that so? Then how about I give Shen Wanyu to you?"
Su Muzhi chuckled softly as she watched Jiang Linyuan.
Was Shen Wanyu hers to give away? How dare she!
Jiang Linyuan rolled his eyes in annoyance.
That Downer Girl