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I stood there, mouth agape in surprise, and the bag I was holding slipped from my grasp and fell to the ground with a dull thud. Luo Can'ang turned at the sound, slightly taken aback when he saw me standing at the door.
"What are you doing here?" he asked, putting down the spatula with a puzzled expression.
It took me a moment to regain my composure as I hurriedly explained, "I... I smelled something delicious and came to see..."
"Oh, I'm making dinner. Would you like to join me?" Luo Can'ang gestured toward the dining table, inviting me to sit down.
"No... that's okay, I..." I intended to decline, but my stomach betrayed me with a loud growl.
Luo Can'ang chuckled lightly, a glint of mischief in his eyes. "Looks like you're hungry. Let's eat together; consider it neighbors helping each other."
Embarrassed, I smiled awkwardly and sat down at the table. Luo Can'ang brought out the dishes he had prepared—there was fish, meat, and several light side dishes that looked both colorful and fragrant. I was surprised to see him skillfully setting the table; I had never imagined that Mr. Luo, who usually seemed so serious, had such a domestic side.
"Give it a try and see if it suits your taste," Luo Can'ang said as he handed me a bowl of rice.
I took the rice and picked up a piece of fish to taste. A burst of freshness spread across my palate, and I couldn't help but exclaim, "Delicious! I didn't know Mr. Luo was such a great cook!"
Luo Can'ang smiled faintly. "When I lived alone before, I often cooked for myself, so I got some practice."
I nodded but felt a twinge of bitterness in my heart. Living alone is always filled with helplessness and hardships. Suddenly, I thought about Luo Can'ang's complicated romantic history—could it be that he had experienced some emotional setbacks?
"Mr. Luo, can I ask you a question?" I hesitated for a moment but couldn't resist.
"Go ahead," Luo Can'ang said, setting down his chopsticks and looking at me earnestly.
"Do you... do you believe in fate?" I asked cautiously.
Luo Can'ang was silent for a moment as he picked up his water cup and took a small sip before slowly replying, "Fate is something that exists if you believe in it; if you don't, it doesn't. I used to believe in it too, but later realized that many things cannot be changed just by believing."
There was a hint of melancholy in his tone that made me more certain he must have gone through some untold past.
"In fact, everyone has their own destiny trajectory, but we can change it through our efforts," I said courageously. "Just like me; although I'm just an intern matchmaker at Xiaoxiao, I believe that as long as I work hard, I can complete my tasks and help you find your happiness."
Luo Can'ang stared at me, his eyes filled with a hint of curiosity and... emotion?
"Thank you, Xiaoxiao," he said softly, a faint smile playing at the corners of his mouth.
Just then, the doorbell rang unexpectedly.
"I'll go answer the door," I said as I got up and walked toward the entrance.
When I opened the door, I was taken aback.
"Wang Meili?!" I exclaimed, surprised to see Wang Meili standing at the door. She was dressed in an elegant dress, wearing light makeup, and had a sweet smile on her face.
"Is Can'ang home?" Wang Meili's voice was sweet enough to give one goosebumps.
Hearing her voice, Luo Can'ang also walked over from the dining table.
"What are you doing here?" Luo Can'ang asked, his brow slightly furrowed upon seeing Wang Meili.
"What's wrong? Am I not welcome?" Wang Meili pouted playfully at Luo Can'ang before walking straight into the room and sitting down on the sofa next to him with ease.
I stood at the doorway, watching this scene unfold, my heart racing with alarm. No, I had to find a way to stop Wang Meili!
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I took a deep breath, trying to suppress my unease, and forced out an awkward smile. "Wang Meili, what brings you here?"
Wang Meili elegantly placed her briefcase on the coffee table, glanced at me with a hint of subtle pride in her tone. "I came to see Can'ang about something. Is that inconvenient?"
Before I could respond, Luo Can'ang stepped forward with a cold tone. "If you have something to say, just say it here."
Wang Meili stood up and walked in front of Luo Can'ang, a flirtatious smile on her lips. " Can'ang, why are you being so distant with me? We've known each other for so many years." As she spoke, she reached out to link her arm with Luo Can'ang's, but he subtly evaded her touch.
"Wang Meili, what exactly do you want?" Luo Can'ang's tone was already tinged with impatience.
Wang Meili's smile froze for a moment before returning to its natural state. She pulled out a document from her briefcase and handed it to Luo Can'ang. "This is the latest official document from Heaven regarding you."
Luo Can'ang took the document with confusion and began flipping through it. As he turned the pages, his brows gradually furrowed.
I watched Luo Can'ang nervously, a bad premonition rising in my heart.
"What does this mean?" Luo Can'ang slammed the document on the table, his tone laced with anger.
Wang Meili feigned surprise and covered her mouth. "Oh dear, you've seen it already? I wanted to tell you later."
"You better give me a reasonable explanation!" Luo Can'ang's tone was icy as he fixed a sharp gaze on Wang Meili.
Wang Meili took a deep breath, her expression sharpening. She turned to me, a cold smile curling at her lips. "Lin Xiaoxiao, stop hiding; you know what I mean."
My heart tightened, and I instinctively took a step back, but Wang Meili grabbed my wrist with surprising strength, making it impossible for me to break free.
"Wang Meili, what do you want?!" I looked at her in terror.
Wang Meili ignored me and turned back to Luo Can'ang, her tone serious. "Can'ang, you should know that Heavenly Law states that a Matchmaker cannot descend to the mortal realm without permission, nor can they develop emotional entanglements with mortals."
Luo Can'ang pulled me behind him protectively, his voice firm. "I don't know what you're talking about; Xiaoxiao is just my assistant!"
Wang Meili scoffed. "Assistant? You can fool others, but not me! She is not an ordinary person; she is an Intern Matchmaker from Heaven, Lin Xiaoxiao!"
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