The Slacker Stepmother and the Non-Domineering CEO

Chapter 101

After exchanging a few words with them, Gu Zhijing left them behind to prepare for the opening ceremony.

Even if Nian Suian would give an unfiltered opinion, Gu Zhijing's good looks are undeniably notable. Gu Zhijing looks a lot like his father, Gu Junxing, save for his eyes which are a bit rounder, he probably takes after his mother. No wonder he was chosen as the flag bearer for the sports meet.

Regular readers of Jiang's literary works would know, in the world of domineering bosses apart from status, appearance is perhaps the most critical.

Thinking about it, Nian Suian's eyes landed on Qi Anlu who was sitting in front of them. From her aesthetic viewpoint, out of all Gu Zhijing's friends, Qi Anlu could be considered the second most handsome, carrying a refreshing and refined air about him.

"What are you thinking?", Gu Junxing asked, as from his perspective, Nian Suian appeared to be lost in thought staring in one direction.

Without thinking, Nian Suian blurted out the words "tall and handsome".

"Hmm?"

Thankfully, Gu Junxing was not familiar with such trending lingo and he didn't understand her words.

"Nothing."

Before the start of the opening ceremony, the students gradually left their seats to gather in the playground. The only ones left in the seats were the parents. After a round of tedious speeches from school leaders, just when Nian Suian was about to fall asleep, finally the moment arrived.

"The 27th Autumn Sports Meet of Jinjiang City No. 15 Middle School officially begins!"

Watching Gu Zhijing solemnly carrying the flag towards them, both Nian Suian and Butler Su raised their phones. The most unperturbed person in the whole field was perhaps Gu Junxing, his father.

Nian Suian nudged Gu Junxing with her elbow, "Don't you feel like your son is growing up?"

Gu Junxing replied with restraint, "Not bad."

"There’s no need to hide it. I, as the ‘stepmother’, feel the same." Over these past few months, Nian Suian found herself genuinely fond of the boy. He was polite, kind-hearted, and would always stand up against bullying for his classmates. In the principal's office, when Wang Jiayao's father pointed a finger at her, he instantly rushed in front to shield her.

It was only when they had completely passed by that Nian Suian put down her phone and turned to Gu Junxing, "Gu Junxing, you have a good son. You've done a great job raising him."

Nian Suian once doubted why Gu Zhijing seemingly accepted the idea of having a stepmother right from the start. But now, she understood that it was due to his courtesy and upbringing. It was evident that despite Gu Junxing being absorbed in work, he has always made a conscious effort to educate his son.

Replying to Nian Suian's praise, Gu Junxing simply said, "He's your son now too."

"That's for him to decide, not you," she retorted.

......

"What a beautiful little girl," Nian Suian said, her face filled with affection as she watched Xu Yuan, the girl carrying the class 3 banner.

Even in her school uniform, her youth and beauty were undeniable.

"Do you like daughters?"

Nian Suian couldn't understand how Gu Junxing's thought process had led to this question.

Nian Suian gave him an annoyed look, "Yes, I love daughters. Why didn't you try harder back then, and gave birth to both a boy and a girl?"

Sitting behind the pair, Xu Licheng, who just took dozens of photos of his niece for his brother, overheard the conversation between Gu Junxing and Nian Suian.

"Hey, if you like daughters, have one yourself. This is my family's gem."

Nian Suian chuckled awkwardly, "Hahaha, I envy you." Coveting someone else's daughter and got caught.

"Envy all you want, not everyone can have such a beautiful daughter."

Nian Suian was speechless: With such a mouth, no wonder Cen Xi doesn't like you. It's not like you gave birth to her, what are you showing off about?

Unaware of the irony in Nian Suian's heart, Xu Licheng was planning to hire a bodyguard for Xu Yuan at this moment. A driver would not be enough.

After the opening ceremony, it was almost noon, and Gu Zhijing ran back intending to take his father, his little aunt, and Butler Su to the cafeteria for lunch.

"I've taken your picture, and I'll send it to you later."

"How about that, aren't I very handsome?"

"Super handsome!"

"Then I'll give you another chance, who's more handsome, my father or me?" Gu Zhijing remembered that his little aunt once said that his father was more handsome than him, and that he still bore that in mind!

"You can't say they're equally handsome!"

Nian Suian was tongue-tied, looking at Gu Junxing, signaling him to say something. But Gu Junxing also calmly watched her, wondering what she would end up saying.

"Erm, when you are as old as your father, you will definitely be more handsome than him."

"So, you mean my father is still more handsome than me right now?" Gu Zhijing was still not satisfied with this answer.

"You are cuter than him!"

"Humph~"

--- Cafeteria ---

Today, many students chose to bring their parents to the cafeteria for lunch. The parents also wanted to see what their children usually eat. Moreover, with the popularity of Sister Hong's Home Cooking, the cafeteria was almost full as soon as the opening ceremony ended and Nian Suian and the others arrived.

The counter of the cafeteria still used a rather traditional way of ordering. The person in charge of taking orders was Sister Hong's husband, and it looked like the pen was almost smoking.

With his big spender attitude, Gu Zhijing said, "The menu is up on the wall. Order whatever you want, I'm treating today!"

"You order."

Due to the number of people and only one "head chef", even with three pots working at the same time, it was still a bit overwhelming. However, no classes in the afternoon except for those participating in contests, most of the students were free and willing to wait patiently.

"Auntie, hello."

Nian Suian looked up and found Hao Leyun. She was impressed with the girl since the last time they met.

After she came over, she also greeted Gu Junxing and Butler Su.

Upon seeing the group of people following her, Nian Suian remembered the whole family she had seen from afar in the morning. It must be her family.

Perhaps it's the "fate" of being invited to the same school event, Hao Leyun's parents also casually greeted Nian Suian and Gu Junxing.

"Grandpa, grandma, grandma, grandpa, uncle, auntie, uncle, aunty, this is Gu Zhijing I mentioned before, the one who helped me out during the fight last time."

Hao Leyun's grandpa, who is indeed a martial arts gym owner, with his robust body and booming voice!

He patted Gu Zhijing's shoulder as soon as he came up, with such force that Nian Suian winced watching it.

"Young man, you look a bit thin! Next time you come to the martial arts gym with Hao Leyun, I'll teach you a couple of techniques."

Hao Leyun's mother frowned, "Dad, can you not teach everyone you meet some moves?"

"What's wrong! This is good stuff, why shouldn't I teach."

Since there was no more room here, they moved to another location to continue their meal after the conversation.

Half an hour later, the dishes that Gu Zhijing ordered started to be served one after the other.

Gu Zhijing's taste was more in line with Nian Suian. He enjoyed meat dishes that are oily and spicy. Today, to accommodate his father's taste, Gu Zhijing specifically ordered some stir-fried vegetables and soup.

Midway through the meal, Gu Zhijing suddenly stood up and walked towards the next table.

"What did you photograph? Show it to me."