“Rick… It’s really been a long time . The last time I saw you was probably at Little Bean and Pudding’s one month birthday party? They’re already three years old now…”
“Yeah . Time sure flies fast . Let’s board the helicopter first, and I’ll take you guys to New Orleans . That’s my territory . ”
Then, Rick led Huo Mian and Qin Chu into his helicopter .
“Wait… there’s one more thing that I have to deal with . ” Rick turned around and glared icily at the motel . “Burn it all . ”
“Yes, Boss . ”
By Rick’s command, the motel turned into ashes . This was all because the owner was on the gangsters’ side .
Huo Mian started to feel rattled as she sensed that the Rick she was looking at now wasn’t exactly the Rick she knew, even though he looked exactly the same .
However, she couldn’t describe what was different about him .
The helicopter flew towards New Orleans .
When Huo Mian first heard ‘New Orleans’, she thought of the chicken wings KFC sold…
She now knew that New Orleans was a beautiful city .
It was just as beautiful as bigger cities like Los Angeles and New York .
The night view was dazzling .
The helicopter landed where Rick lived . The place was basically a castle on a hill .
Although it looked a bit antiquated, it was a rather delicate piece of art .
It was different than South Hill Manor because South Hill Manor looked much more modern .
Rick’s house was truly a castle . Apparently, it was built 120 years ago .
Rick led Qin Chu and Huo Mian directly into the dining area .
The chefs were hustling and bustling to prepare all sorts of extravagant dishes .
“Let’s talk while we eat,” Rick gestured .
Qin Chu acted like a gentleman and pulled out Huo Mian’s chair for her .
Then he placed a white napkin on her legs . He was quite considerate .
“It’s been years, but Chu still loves you so much . ” Rick smiled .
“Rick, it’s been years, and you’ve learned how to joke around…” Huo Mian also smiled .
“He can only joke around with us . After all, he doesn’t have that many friends,” Qin Chu said .
“Why are you putting it like you’re my only friend?” Rick did not agree with Qin Chu’s statement .
Qin Chu then asked, “Think more carefully . Don’t you think it’s true though?”
“Of course not . Huo Mian’s also my friend so I at least have two friends . ”
“She doesn’t count . She’s my wife so we count as one,” Qin Chu argued .
Rick gave in as he put two hands in front of him and waved his head . “Okay, you win Mr . Arrogant Qin . ”
The three chatted while enjoying the food . Huo Mian actually didn’t really care whether the food was good or not because she enjoyed the conversation so much with her long lost friend .
“Why would you two be staying at a motel… It’s not your style…” Rick asked .
“Pathetic, isn’t it? It’s her idea,” Qin Chu said as he took a bite of steak .
“Hey, don’t blame me for this . You agreed to it too!” Huo Mian pouted .
“I wanted to drive a few more hours and stay in Auckland for the night . There’s plenty of five-star hotels there . ”
“I was worried you’d be tired, okay? Plus, it’s not safe to drive in the dark! The roads might be slippery . ” Huo Mian pouted .
“Yes, Honey . You are right…”
Rick watched as Qin Chu spoiled his wife…
He felt happy for them . After all, Rick and Gao Ran knew what difficult times Qin Chu and Huo Mian had been through in their relationship .
As a bystander, he thought of their relationship as an epic love story… Qin Chu and Huo Mian’s loved each other touched him so many times .
“Pudding and Little Bean are already three years old . I bet they’re talkative?” Rick’s eyes flickered softly .