Chapter 647: A Powerful Alliance

When Little White Dove was feeling a bit down, Sheng Xinyi turned to Grandpa Niu and said very seriously, "My boyfriend comes from an ordinary family. He's not some Rich Second-Generation, and not from some high-ranking household either. But he paints beautifully and cooks delicious food, and he'll dote on me."

Sheng Xinyi's face showed a look of happiness.

She even seemed a bit shy and bashful.

Grandpa Niu's attitude became somewhat indifferent after seeing this.

To him, Sheng Xinyi might be a bit love-brained.

In fact, there were plenty of wealthy families these days. The Sheng family had some money and influence, so they should be joining forces with other powerful families.

Being with someone else now was a bit like sabotaging her future, and what was surprising was that Father Sheng hadn't voiced any opinion at all, actually allowing his daughter to bring the man home.

"Alright, let's play a game of chess then." Grandpa Niu's attention was still mostly on Father Sheng.

Father Sheng agreed, "Sure."

Sheng Xinyi was a little displeased. She could tell at a glance that Grandpa Niu had no interest in her boyfriend.

Everyone in this circle was too snobbish.

Her boyfriend was obviously so wonderful.

When Sheng Xinyi was feeling somewhat dejected, it was Little White Dove who raised his hand and gently ruffled her hair, which finally lifted her spirits.

Then Grandpa Niu began to play Go with Father Sheng.

Little White Dove and Sheng Xinyi both sat down to watch.

Actually, at the outset, Grandpa Niu and Father Sheng were about evenly matched. But as the game heated up, it became obvious that Grandpa Niu had Father Sheng completely cornered in Go.

"I'm going to lose." Father Sheng gritted his teeth, a bit anxious.

Even Sheng Xinyi could see that the situation was unfavorable for her father.

When Father Sheng was so anxious that his face went slightly pale, Little White Dove earnestly guided him, "Uncle, look here. If you play here, you can capture his pieces."

After hearing Little White Dove's reminder, Father Sheng trembled.

He took a look and found that it was indeed possible.

He had actually failed to notice it!

Grandpa Niu was about to win, but after suddenly hearing Little White Dove's words, he was stunned.

"Young man, you've got a good eye! You spotted in an instant what I'd failed to discover!"

Little White Dove said, "My grandfather likes playing Go. I used to play with him all the time. Just ordinary level."

"You're being too modest. If that's ordinary level, how is anyone else supposed to compare with you!" Grandpa Niu was no fool; he could tell Little White Dove had some real skill.

After Little White Dove had Father Sheng play the spot he'd indicated, Father Sheng won immediately.

Father Sheng instantly became very happy. He was excited and elated. "Hehe, wonderful!"

Little White Dove's lips curved into a smirk.

Grandpa Niu sighed. "If you hadn't had an expert coaching you, you definitely couldn't have beaten me." Then his interest in Little White Dove was piqued again. "Come on, young man, you play against me."

Little White Dove was a bit unsure.

It was Sheng Xinyi who pushed him and reminded him with a smile, "Go on."

Little White Dove sat down across from Grandpa Niu with a bit of excitement.

Grandpa Niu threw himself wholeheartedly into it, playing against Little White Dove.

But when a worthy opponent meets a worthy opponent, he could clearly feel he was no match for Little White Dove.

Little White Dove gained the upper hand within just a few moves, leaving Grandpa Niu racking his brains without any intention of admitting defeat. "Where should I move?"

Father Sheng became excited right along with it, especially when he saw how troubled Grandpa Niu looked—he was even more delighted.

In the past, it had always been Grandpa Niu who had the upper hand, and he'd never even spoken a word of criticism toward himself—he'd been holding a grudge about that the whole time.

Hehe, fortunately someone could finally put Grandpa Niu in his place now.

It was like getting revenge for himself.

Father Sheng's mood naturally became very merry.

Grandpa Niu had originally been quite confident about his chess, but after encountering such a formidable opponent as Little White Dove, he immediately began shaking his head. "I'm done for. It's really too hard. How am I supposed to play like this?"

"Hahaha, you concede?" Father Sheng was overjoyed.

"Your son-in-law is really something. I always thought my level was decent, but I never imagined I'd meet someone even better than me." Grandpa Niu nodded.

Little White Dove felt rather puffed up from the praise.

Especially when he heard Grandpa Niu mention "son-in-law," his face turned somewhat embarrassed.

Even Sheng Xinyi's ears were bright red. She exchanged a smile with Jiang Muye, a trace of sweet mirth showing in her eyes.

Father Sheng was happy, and for a time he didn't refute Grandpa Niu's use of the term "son-in-law." Instead, he nodded in affirmation. "His chess skills really aren't bluffing. He's got some real ability."

Father Sheng was proud, and his attitude toward Little White Dove naturally improved quite a bit.

After Little White Dove left, Father Sheng said, "You're heading back so early?"

Little White Dove said somewhat sheepishly, "The lights are about to go out, otherwise I won't be able to get back into the dorm."

"Alright." Father Sheng could only understand.

"Well then, Uncle, Auntie, goodbye." Little White Dove began politely bidding them farewell.

"Senior Chen Ge, I'll walk you out!" Sheng Xinyi was very eager, walking out with Little White Dove.

Mother Sheng was secretly giggling on the side.

After Sheng Xinyi and Little White Dove left, Mother Sheng said with a chuckle, "Look at you, you've 'gone true fragrance.'"

Hearing his wife say that, Father Sheng immediately grew agitated. "What do you mean, 'true fragrance'? Fragrant how? I just think he's very ordinary, nothing special."

"Tsk, keep putting up a front." Mother Sheng saw through it but didn't call it out.

Father Sheng clearly cared quite a bit about Little White Dove and his impression of him had improved quite a lot.

But Father Sheng just wouldn't admit it. This was what they called saying one thing and meaning another.

Father Sheng's face grew hot. He scoffed and then headed inside.

Mother Sheng kept secretly giggling. She'd always thought her old man was too cute.

Especially when he wouldn't admit something—that was when he was cutest.

Under the moonlight, Sheng Xinyi and Little White Dove walked along hand in hand.

Sheng Xinyi's face was brimming with happiness. She leaned against Little White Dove's shoulder and said to him very seriously, "Senior Chen Ge, I feel like my dad might be starting to accept you."

Little White Dove's lips curved slightly. "I think his attitude toward me doesn't seem as distant anymore. Coming today had its advantages after all."

"Then you have to do your best at the banquet too—it's also a great chance to make an impression. Don't worry, with me there, I definitely won't let my dad give you a hard time. When the time comes, we'll still be able to let everyone know about us." Sheng Xinyi smiled faintly.

Looking at her, Little White Dove felt his heart stir.

He rubbed her waist.

Sheng Xinyi trembled slightly, then looked at Little White Dove shyly.

Overcome with emotion, Little White Dove could not help but lower his head and kiss Sheng Xinyi's red lips.

Her lips were very soft, and very sweet.

So sweet that Little White Dove could not help but feel his heart soften.

Little White Dove rubbed her slender waist and deepened the kiss.

The moonlight was alluring, and lovers do not sleep—perhaps in the blink of an eye, they'd be together till the end of time.

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The ID photos had already reached Jiang Muye and Leng Ruoli.

Jiang Muye couldn't put them down. "We really match. We look like a match made in heaven."

Leng Ruoli smiled without showing her teeth. "Darling, you're too funny. Shouldn't other people be the ones praising that?"