sjar Chapter 1421: Coffee Shop Closes
Chapter 1421: Coffee Shop Closes
When they arrived at the coffee shop, Fu Yanchen stood there motionless, feeling reluctant to leave.
This time he will not be able to see his beloved for several days. No, he must leave something behind.
He...gently leaned over and gave her a kiss. The deep affection in his eyes seemed to melt her whole body.
"Fu Yanchen..." Xu Xiaoxiao screamed coquettishly.
He raised his hand, gently touched her cheek with his fingertips, and whispered: "I'm not here, take care of yourself, don't let me worry..."
When Xu Xiaoxiao heard this, her cheeks instantly turned red, as beautiful as peach blossoms blooming in spring.
Her heart felt as sweet as honey, and it seemed as if countless butterflies were dancing in it.
A feeling of shyness also came over her, causing her cheeks to instantly blush.
She lowered her head somewhat embarrassedly, her fingers fiddling with the corner of her clothes unconsciously, then she gently took two steps back, keeping a certain distance from the other person.
Her voice was slightly trembling, and she said with a hint of resentment: "I know, I know, I'm not a child, you... hurry up, don't you have to catch a plane? You will be delayed later."
As Xu Xiaoxiao spoke, she glanced around. Seeing people coming and going in front of the store, she felt annoyed in her heart. This Fu Yanchen was so bold that he dared to be so presumptuous in any occasion!
When Fu Yanchen saw her like that, a smile appeared on his face and a hint of teasing flashed in his eyes.
He slowly stood up, his eyes lingering on her for a moment before turning and leaving.
The tall figure appears particularly straight in the morning light, as if it can hold up the sky.
Xu Xiaoxiao looked at his leaving figure, feeling mixed emotions.
She gently stroked the cheek that Fu Yanchen had touched. His warmth seemed to still remain on it, causing an inexplicable warmth to surge in her heart.
All around, the aroma of the coffee shop wafts in the air, interweaving with the morning breeze, creating a warm and slightly shy picture.
Watching Fu Yanchen's figure gradually disappearing around the corner and the driver taking him to the airport, Xu Xiaoxiao's tense mood finally relaxed.
She let out a light breath and finally left. She turned around to go into the coffee shop, but as soon as she turned around, she met the faces of Sister Na and Xiaomei who were leaning against the door. Both of them had smirks on their faces, and their eyes were flashing with gossip.
"Oh my, look, look, our Xu Xiaoxiao just came back and hasn't even sat down yet, but Mr. Fu has already caught up with her. I'm so envious."
As Sister Na spoke, she nudged Xiaomei next to her with her elbow, and the two of them laughed even more cunningly.
Xiao Mei also agreed, "That's right, that's right, being together at night is not enough, here...in broad daylight, you two...are being so affectionate in front of us, eh, I have goose bumps all over the floor...Xiaoxiao...it seems that your...feelings...have suddenly heated up, why don't you...just remarry right here..."
There was a hint of sarcasm in the words, but they were also full of blessings.
Xu Xiaoxiao's cheeks flushed again when she heard this. She glared at the two of them in reproach and pretended to be angry, "You two are just making fun of me. If you continue like this, I will ignore you."
She couldn't hide the smile in her eyes, and the sweet smile on her lips had already betrayed her mood.
Sister Na and Xiaomei smiled at each other, knowing clearly in their hearts that Xu Xiaoxiao had probably been completely dominated by Fu Yanchen.
Inside the coffee shop, the aroma of coffee becomes increasingly rich, interweaving with the sunlight outside, creating a warm and cozy atmosphere.
Xu Xiaoxiao walked into the store, her heart full of expectations and longings for the future. She knew that no matter what the future held, having Fu Yanchen by her side was the best.
When Sister Na and Xiaomei saw Xu Xiaoxiao running away in panic, they laughed so hard that they fell over.
They continued to tease Xu Xiaoxiao, chatting one after another, not paying any attention to her slightly embarrassed expression.
"Oh, look at our Xiaoxiao, his face is as red as a monkey's butt. It's really rare to see him." Sister Na teased with a smile, her eyes full of mockery.
Xiaomei also smiled from ear to ear and continued, "That's right, when Mr. Fu came, our Xiaoxiao was like a different person. The power of love is really great."
Xu Xiaoxiao listened to their conversation. Although she felt sweet in her heart, she also felt a little helpless.
She knew that she couldn't escape the "clutches" of these two people this time, so she simply ignored them and went straight into the kitchen, trying to use busyness to avoid this somewhat embarrassing situation.
"Go about your business. There will be an event in Lin City these few days, so business should be very good. Prepare some more materials."
As Xu Xiaoxiao spoke, she tied her apron skillfully and began to prepare coffee and snacks.
Her movements were efficient and neat, and her eyes sparkled with concentration.
Seeing this, Sister Na and Xiaomei stopped teasing her, smiled at each other, and started to get busy.
Inside the coffee shop, there is a warm and busy scene. Everyone is immersed in their work, but they all tacitly look forward to good business today.
Although Xu Xiaoxiao didn't say it, her heart was full of expectations and longings. She knew that with Fu Yanchen's love supporting her, she could face any difficulties bravely.
Just as Xu Xiaoxiao had expected, business was extremely booming that day, with customers coming in an endless stream. Only when it was almost time to get off work did the flow of people gradually decrease.
Xu Xiaoxiao stood behind the counter and let out a long sigh, finally having some free time.
She couldn't help but pick up the phone again, her fingertips jumping lightly on the screen as she chatted with Fu Yanchen.
Xiao Mei saw it, thought about it, hesitated for a moment, but couldn't help but lean close to Sister Na's ear and whispered softly: "Sister Na, I have a concern."
Sister Na frowned, "Worried? Worried about what?"
"I always feel that...if this continues, we will all be out of work."
Sister Na???
"Look at Xiaoxiao. She is simply blinded by love. She only thinks about her boyfriend all day and doesn't care about our dessert shop anymore. If this continues, how long can our dessert shop last? It may have to close down soon!"
There was a hint of worry in her tone, and her eyes unconsciously glanced at Xu Xiaoxiao who was conversing intently.
Hearing this, Sister Na frowned slightly and asked in confusion: "Why do you say that? Business is so good, why would it close? This... love and making money are not in conflict."
Xiaomei sighed and explained, "Ah? Look, Xiaoxiao is chatting on her phone whenever she has free time. The person on the other side must be Mr. Fu. Sooner or later, she will become Mrs. Fu again. Then she will definitely go back. Mr. Fu is so rich and powerful, how could he let his wife come out and work hard to open a dessert shop here?"
After hearing what Xiaomei said, Sister Na was silent for a while, and a complicated look flashed in her eyes.
She understood Xiaomei's concerns, but she also knew Xu Xiaoxiao's feelings for the dessert shop.
So, she gently patted Xiaomei's shoulder and comforted her, "Don't think too much. Xiaoxiao is a person with her own ideas. She knows what she wants. Moreover, even if she really goes back, I believe she will not forget us. This dessert shop will always be her hard work."
Xiaomei felt a little relieved after hearing what Sister Na said, but she was still a little worried...
Sister Na looked at Xiaomei's still worried face and knew that her concerns had not completely disappeared.
She smiled gently, and said with a firm and comforting tone: "Xiaomei, you and Xiaoxiao have known each other for a long time, and you know Xiaoxiao's personality. She said she would not let go and she won't. We all understand how important the coffee shop is to her, and she has never considered leaving. She has deep feelings for this place and for us."
Sister Na's voice was slightly low, and she paused, as if thinking about what to say next.
Then, her eyes gradually softened, as if a layer of warm light enveloped her.
"but,"
Sister Na continued, her tone slightly more serious, "If one day she really makes up her mind to return to Mr. Fu, it may not be a bad thing. When parents are together, the child will be healthy both physically and mentally."
"Xiaomei, don't you want her marriage to be complete and her life to be happy?"
Sister Na turned her gaze towards the other party, with genuine concern in her eyes.
She sighed softly and continued, "Xiaoxiao has gone through so many ups and downs, and now she finally has the opportunity to find a good home. This is what we have all been looking forward to."
Hearing this, Xiaomei bit her lip and whispered, "Of course I hope Xiaoxiao is happy, but... I'm just afraid that if the store closes, everyone will disperse."
Sister Na smiled, slowly stretched out her right hand, and gently placed it on Xiaomei's head, as if she was afraid of waking up a sleeping animal.
Her palms were slightly warm as she gently stroked Xiaomei's hair. Then she said in a doting tone, "Silly girl, don't think too much! As long as our store is still there, even if it only lasts one more day, we don't have to worry about those things."
She paused for a moment, then continued with a smile: "Even if this store really disappears one day, it will be gone. At most, we will just feel a little regretful. This is Xiaoxiao's freedom."
"After all, you can always find another job! We can't stop Xiaoxiao from finding happiness just because we're afraid of losing her job."
"Besides, our friendship is lifelong. How can it disappear just because this store is gone? What really matters is the deep friendship between us! Don't you agree, Xiaomei?"
Xiaomei listened to Sister Na's words, she looked up at Sister Na and said, "Sister Na, you are right. No matter what, our relationship is the most important. I will support Xiaoxiao's decision, and I hope she can continue to be happy."
Sister Na looked at Xiaomei's relieved expression and felt a little relieved.
"But Sister Na, have you ever thought about what you would do if the coffee shop is gone?" Xiaomei asked softly, with a hint of confusion in her eyes.
Sister Na shook her head and smiled, "I haven't thought about such long-term things at the moment. I think the most important thing is to live well in the present. What about you, Xiaomei, have you ever thought about it?"
Hearing this, Xiaomei lowered her head, twisting the corner of her clothes with her fingers unconsciously, her voice trembling a little:
"I...I...don't know either." Xiaomei's voice was a little choked.
"But now... my grandma is gone, and I have nothing to worry about. I'm alone, so I can go anywhere. If one person eats, the whole family will not be hungry. I can survive no matter what, so I'll live one day at a time." Xiaomei smiled bitterly.
After hearing this, Sister Na couldn't help but feel an indescribable sense of sadness in her heart.
She knew that Xiaomei was a very filial child and had a very deep affection for her grandmother.
The death of her grandmother was undoubtedly a heavy blow to Xiaomei, like the sky falling.
Sister Na could feel Xiaomei's pain and sadness, and her eyes gradually became moist.
Xiaomei also recalled the warm times she had spent with her grandmother, her grandmother's love and care for her, and Xiaomei's filial piety and dependence on her grandmother.
Sister Na couldn't help but feel sorry for Xiaomei. She knew that Xiaomei needed time to slowly get out of the shadow of grief.
She gently held Xiaomei's hand and said softly, "Xiaomei, don't say that. Life is always full of uncertainties, but we must have the courage to face them. You are still so young, and the future has unlimited possibilities."
"Granny will be worried if she sees you like this."
Xiaomei slowly raised her head, and her originally confused eyes now flashed with a hint of complexity.
She stared at Sister Na closely, as if telling her her determination.
“Xiao Mei…don’t look at me like that, I’m a little scared.
"Sister Na, if... I mean if... Xiaoxiao really returns to the capital and the coffee shop closes, then I... have a bold idea."
"Xiao Mei...you don't want to go to the capital with Xiao Xiao."
"Yes." Xiaomei nodded quietly, "Sister Na, I'm not like you. I have a home and a lover here, but I'm alone. I want to go out and explore and see what the outside world is like. I don't want to stay here forever."
"I used to have grandma. I cared about her and loved her. She didn't want me to leave. I wanted to take care of her. Now, grandma is gone. I don't have anything to worry about anymore. I can leave and see the outside world."
The words reveal a desire for freedom and expectation for the future.
Sister Na looked at Xiaomei and felt moved. Xiaomei was a brave girl who had her own dreams and pursuits. This time, she finally made up her mind to realize them.
Sister Na looked at Xiaomei's face full of longing. Xiaomei is a child with courage and dreams. She just needs some time to adapt and grow.
She patted Xiaomei on the shoulder and encouraged her: "Xiaomei, I believe in you. No matter where you go or what you do, I will support you. As long as you have a dream in your heart and chase it bravely, you will definitely find your own sky."
Xiaomei's eyes sparkled with tears after hearing what Sister Na said, but they were tears of emotion. She hugged Sister Na tightly and choked up, "Thank you, Sister Na. I feel warm to have you around. No matter what the future holds, I will remember your words and bravely pursue my dreams."
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