After Xu Shaokun left, Tian Chen and the others returned to Shrek City and settled Jiang Nannan's mother into a hotel.
After their embrace, Jiang Nannan introduced Tian Chen. "Mom, this is my friend from Shrek Academy, Tang Ya, and this is Xiao Chen. Do you remember him? He's the one who saved us back then, and now he's my... beloved!"
As she spoke that last word, Jiang Nannan shyly turned her head away.
Jiang Nannan's mother froze for a moment before a loving, gratified smile spread across her face. She studied Tian Chen closely, her eyes holding a hint of curiosity and tenderness. "You... you're that little boy from back then. I never imagined you'd grown so much! Thank you for taking such good care of Nannan!"
Tian Chen scratched his head, a little embarrassed, and gave her a bashful smile. "Auntie, you're too kind. I was just lucky back then and happened to be there. I was happy I could help Nannan."
Jiang Nannan's mother nodded, gratitude flickering in her eyes. "Nannan told me about what happened this time, too. Protecting her in such a dangerous situation couldn't have been easy. Xiao Chen, thank you-from Mom."
Tian Chen hurriedly waved his hands. "Auntie, please don't say that. Nannan is my beloved. Protecting her is my responsibility."
Jiang Nannan's mother smiled faintly, her eyes filled with relief. "Xiao Chen, I know you're a good boy. Nannan is truly fortunate to have met you."
A shy smile appeared on Jiang Nannan's face. She gently took Tian Chen's hand and said, "Mom, I've wanted to tell you for a long time how good Xiao Chen is to me. He didn't just save me; he's always supported me when I needed him most. If it hadn't been for him this time, I