Just as Shen Mu Lan's embarrassment and indignation threatened to hit the limit, Ji Ting suddenly tilted his head and asked with utter innocence, "Do university students... have uniforms too?"
Ji Yanzhi burst out laughing, pulled him into his arms, and kissed him. "I don't know about university students, but our dear classmate Shen Mu Lan is about to enjoy his very own 'exclusive' uniform experience."
His words were like a spark igniting a fuse. Shen Mu Lan clenched his fists, then abruptly snatched the King Crab from Sun Ye's hands. "I'm going to steam the crab!"
Lunch was simple: braised noodles made by Sun Ye. Ji Yanzhi and Ji Ting ate a little, while Shen Mu Lan and Sun Ye claimed the two expensive King Crabs that had nearly been forgotten.
"Xiao Ting, are you sure you don't want a bite?" Shen Mu Lan deliberately waved the snowy-white crab leg meat he had shelled, trying to tempt Ji Ting into switching sides. "I'll peel the tenderest leg meat for you!"
Ji Yanzhi gave a cold laugh and tightened his arm, keeping Ji Ting securely tucked against his side. "Ignore him. I'll call my uncle in a bit and have him airfreight the freshest ones over tomorrow. You can eat as much as you like."
Shen Mu Lan scoffed. "Damn rich people."
After lunch, Sun Ye had to return to work, and Ji Ting needed to prepare for the next day's lecture, so the four went their separate ways.
Before leaving, Ji Yanzhi stopped at the door and turned to Shen Mu Lan, reverting to his stern, unquestionable business manner. "After the New Year, report to the group's Marketing Department on time. Work hard, and don't embarrass me."
The sudden, formal appointment left Shen Mu Lan feeling awkward. He was