CHAPTER 848: CHAPTER 850: HEART-TO-HEART TALK

"Then, as I grew up, I met you, and sometimes I feel like you’re my little sister. So, let’s not be polite between us sisters, okay?" Tang Rong spoke her heartfelt thoughts.

"Well, Sister Rong, since you said that, I’ll accept this gift, and I’m really happy to have you as a sister. Oh, right, I just realized something really strange, why do you all like to consider me as your little sister? Like the other night, Brother Xiao did too. When he came home from work, I was watching TV in the living room, so we chatted for a bit."

"He also told me he feels like I’m his little sister, so I said to him, then just consider me your little sister. I wonder if it’s because I have a baby face, you all like to treat me as a little sister."

"But it’s pretty nice, after becoming an adult, suddenly I gained a brother and a sister, and you two are a couple. So in the future, if you get married, how should I address you? Should I call you sister-in-law, or brother-in-law Xiao Yifei? My gosh, this really is a century-old puzzle." Shi Miaomiao shook her head.

"Forget it, let’s not think about such complicated questions, let’s enjoy our meal." Thinking about today’s gains, Shi Miaomiao laughed joyously.

Tang Rong liked Shi Miaomiao not only because she was pretty, as everyone likes beautiful things and people, but also because her personality was a major attraction. She looks like a little princess but doesn’t carry the princess-like temperament.

Every time Tang Rong hears Shi Miaomiao call her "Sister Rong" in that sweet voice, she feels her heart melting, and her mind would wander to some odd and curious thoughts. Though they sound funny, after thinking carefully they seem quite reasonable.

"Miaomiao, you’re such an adorable person, how come you still don’t have a boyfriend? How about I scout some for you? Several new colleagues joined our company a few months ago, and they’re all quite good-looking." Tang Rong thought boys should like someone as cute as Shi Miaomiao, like a girl who walked out of a comic.

"But I don’t like the boys who are pursuing me, so I’ve clearly rejected them all. Sister Rong, I like those tall and skinny ones, who like to play around, take photos, and whose smile feels warm. Does your company have such boys?" Shi Miaomiao told Tang Rong her criteria for choosing a boyfriend.

"Well, that’s quite a high standard, but I’ll try to find one for you! But I need to tell you, usually, boys like that already have boyfriends. I don’t know what’s up with these past few years, I’ve noticed many handsome guys are with other handsome guys."

"If you can’t find a boyfriend, you can also find a pretty girlfriend, Miaomiao, you see, I’m right." Tang Rong said, noting the increase of same-sex relationships around her in recent years. She even knew several same-sex friends, maybe it’s because society’s acceptance of such relationships has increased over the years.

"You’re right, if I still can’t find a boyfriend, I’ll search for a pretty girlfriend instead, and having two girls together surely has more advantages than being with a guy. I think the biggest perk is, if I find a girlfriend like me, my wardrobe and makeup stash will instantly double, it’s like hitting the jackpot!"

Thinking of this, Shi Miaomiao laughed happily, as though she already had a girlfriend.

"Then hurry up and find a girlfriend." Tang Rong urged Shi Miaomiao.

Shi Miaomiao continued, "I feel like society now has great tolerance for different sexual orientations, especially in economically and culturally advanced cities, same-sex relationships are quite normal. During college, I had a classmate who was gay, and he announced his sexual orientation at our freshman meet-up. Back then, I felt a bit strange as I wasn’t very familiar with such things."

"But the other classmates didn’t react much, some even loudly wished him to find a boyfriend soon. After learning more about it, I realized our society is truly moving towards a more civilized, open, and culturally diverse direction."

"Hearing this, I suddenly feel you’d be suitable to be a journalist." Tang Rong felt with Shi Miaomiao’s eloquence, she could be an excellent journalist.

"But I think my personality isn’t very fitting for journalism; journalists need fast reactions, but my brain works slower." Shi Miaomiao replied earnestly.

The two ate some snacks, drank milk tea, and continued shopping. Around four o’clock, carrying big and small bags, they returned home. Besides the clothes Tang Rong gifted her, Shi Miaomiao didn’t buy anything else due to lack of money and not finding any other appealing clothes today.

Tang Rong bought two coats, a dress, and a pair of high boots. These boots were truly stunning. Tang Rong’s legs were already long, and wearing these boots made them feel like they’re almost 1.2 meters long.

"Today was another rewarding day, although I spent quite a bit, getting clothes I like is worth it." Tang Rong said while organizing her new clothes.

"Oh dear, I’m dead tired, I gotta quickly lie on the sofa to regain my energy." Shi Miaomiao entered the room, immediately took off her outer clothes, and slumped onto the sofa.

"Sister Rong, you still have a date later, aren’t you tired? Come and rest for a while!" Shi Miaomiao asked, watching Tang Rong who hadn’t sat down for even a few seconds.

"Of course I’m tired, I’m not made of iron, but seeing all these beautiful new clothes, I suddenly don’t feel tired at all. I have to try them on again, what should I wear tonight?"

You couldn’t hear any fatigue in Tang Rong’s voice.

"Didn’t we just choose? Wear the new long coat; it’s really nice, don’t fret. In Brother Xiao’s eyes, you look good in anything. Besides, Brother Xiao has already seen you in thick pajamas without washing your face; do you think he’d mind this well-dressed you?" Shi Miaomiao felt speechless, wondering if newly in love women were all like this.

"Oh, you’re right, he’s seen me at my worst, so tonight I’ll just wear anything for our date." Suddenly, Tang Rong found Shi Miaomiao’s advice quite reasonable.

Even though she said that, that night Tang Rong still dressed gorgeously while waiting for Xiao Yifei to pick her up. They first took a cab to a well-known local Sichuan restaurant for dinner. After eating, Xiao Yifei mysteriously said he wanted to take Tang Rong somewhere.

"Where exactly are you taking me, being all mysterious about it?" Tang Rong asked.

"You’ll know when we get there, just follow me for now." Xiao Yifei took Tang Rong’s hand and walked forward.