The next day, Jiang Ze excitedly picked out a bespoke suit and dressed himself up to perfection.
He touched the ring tucked against his chest, a flicker of nervousness passing through him.
He had never imagined that, after transmigrating into this novel's world, he would make it this far.
Looking at the man standing by the door in a black coat, Jiang Ze's eyes curved with a smile, sweetness overflowing in his heart.
"You look handsome."
Meng Zhiyuan stared straight at the stunning young man before him, then took his hand and kissed it gently.
Thank goodness such an exquisite darling was his.
"Uncle Zhiyuan... where are you taking me?"
Meng Zhiyuan held his hand, the corners of his lips lifting slightly.
"You'll know when we get there."
They drove out to the suburbs. As the car slowed to climb a hillside, Jiang Ze looked at the somewhat familiar mountain and thought he even caught sight of a familiar donkey.
Wait! Is the big boss planning to lock me up again?
He gave the unruffled man beside him a suspicious look.
"What are you thinking about?"
Jiang Ze smiled and looked out at the scenery beyond the car window.
"About when you locked me up, Uncle Zhiyuan."
Meng Zhiyuan narrowed his eyes. With one hand on the steering wheel, he watched out of the corner of his eye as the young man gazed curiously at the scenery outside.
"I'm sorry..."
Jiang Ze turned in surprise, catching a flicker of remorse on the man's usually impassive face.
His smile deepened.
"Hmm... let me guess. Did you hear my thoughts back then and think I was going to leave, Uncle Zhiyuan?"
Meng Zhiyuan's grip on the steering wheel tightened. Only after a long while did he murmur an acknowledgment.
"Hey, but I'd