It had to be said.
Qing Long's judgment was quite spot on.
Wang Mengqi, in terms of appearance, figure, and temperament, was a beauty chosen from a million.
Even though she was divorced and had a child.
But...
Could this be considered a flaw?
No!
In Chen Nan's opinion, it wasn't just not a flaw.
It was even a merit.
Because divorced women, once they fall in love with a man, tend to be very doting.
And one more crucial point.
Such women understood how to cooperate better than younger girls.
"Mom, I want to celebrate my birthday with Uncle Chen." Li Xiang instinctively hugged Chen Nan's arm.
Although Li Xiang privately called Chen Nan "Dad."
He had an agreement with Chen Nan.
He couldn't address him as such in front of his mother.
There was no particular reason.
It was just that Uncle Chen said if he used that address in front of his mother, he wouldn't get lollipops anymore.
Or LEGOs...
Wang Mengqi showed a hint of hesitation.
To be honest.
She didn't particularly like Chen Nan.
Despite his extraordinary medical skills.
However.
The way he looked at her every time made her feel extremely uncomfortable.
As a woman.
She naturally knew that this man desired her.
Yet she had no interest in him.
She didn't like scruffy men.
If it weren't for her son insisting on coming here after school, she wouldn't have let Chen Nan look after her son.
Of course.
She hadn't treated Chen Nan unfairly in this regard. The rent, which started at eight thousand a month, hadn't increased since then.
This was a rarity in the entire capital.
After all, the rent for a property of that size along the street now reached fifteen thousand.
"Li Xiang, birthdays are naturally celebrated with those closest to you." Chen Nan affectionately ruffled Li Xiang's head. "You and Mom should go home. Uncle Chen will buy you a cake separately tomorrow to celebrate your birthday."
Upon hearing this.
Wang Mengqi looked surprised.
In the past.
Chen Nan would definitely have suggested celebrating with his son.
After all, this man had always been trying to get close to her.
But now.
He seemed like a different person.
This was quite unexpected.
"Uncle Chen, you are also one of the people closest to me!" Li Xiang said, looking up. "Even though we're not related by blood, you spend more time playing with me and helping me with my homework than Mom does."
"Please, won't you come home with us for my birthday?"
Chen Nan looked a little embarrassed.
It was evident that Qing Long had put real effort into this little guy.
Otherwise, this child wouldn't be so clingy.
Wang Mengqi forced a smile. "If Mr. Chen doesn't have other plans tonight, please join us for dinner at our place!"
She didn't like Chen Nan.
She felt his gaze towards her was intrusive.
However, her son's words struck a chord in her heart.
Yes.
For the sake of her career.
She had truly lost a lot of time spent with her son.
To the extent that Chen Nan had been able to take advantage of the situation.
This made her feel a pang of jealousy.
Of course.
She was also grateful to Chen Nan.
It was precisely because of Chen Nan's companionship that her son's childhood hadn't been so lonely.
Therefore.
Inviting Chen Nan home for a meal was only right, wasn't it?
Chen Nan hadn't planned to go.
After all.
Everything had its methods.
He had intended to play hard to get.
But now, he couldn't refuse.
After all, Li Xiang's eyes were too earnest to reject.
He said, "Alright, you two go home first. I'll change my clothes and be over for dinner."
Li Xiang was overjoyed. "Uncle Chen, if you don't come, I'll never talk to you again!" He said, holding his mother's hand as they left the clinic.
Chen Nan went to the mirror and shook his head upon seeing his appearance.
His hair was long, tied in a small braid.
He had a goatee.
Wooden prayer beads adorned his wrist.
His loose-fitting, Chinese-style clothing.
The overall impression was greasy.
This was not the style he preferred.
He found clothes from ten years ago in the immortal dwelling, then cut his hair short and shaved his beard.
He immediately appeared fresh and not greasy.
He also regained his former handsomeness.
After taking a shower.
He changed into his old clothes and locked the clinic.
He didn't go directly to Wang Mengqi's place.
After all, it was Li Xiang's birthday today.
Showing up empty-handed would be impolite.
He headed towards the toy store, taking out his phone as he walked.
He dialed his old friend Li Mu.
After all, this was his only friend on Earth.
As for others, they had all ascended to the immortal realm ten years ago.
The call rang a few times before being answered, followed by an excited voice: "You're back?"
Hearing the familiar voice, Chen Nan smiled. "How have you been all these years?"
Li Mu burst into laughter. "I've gained over thirty pounds these past few years."
"Good."
Li Mu asked, "And you? How many ghosts have you been playing with in the underworld all these years?"
Chen Nan's mouth twitched. "You, if you want to chat, let's chat. If not, we can just end it here."
"Hahaha!" Li Mu let out a hearty laugh. "Where are you now?"
"The capital!"
"Alright!" Li Mu said. "I'm on a business trip right now. When I get back, we brothers can get together."
"Okay, we'll talk when you're back."
Chen Nan hung up the phone and looked around.
Ten years had passed.
This city hadn't changed much.
Especially this old town area, which had long become the city's calling card.
He had also browsed the internet to see the economies and military strengths of various countries.
Although the old town area hadn't changed much.
Great Xia had become the world's number one country in terms of comprehensive strength.
Its various data far surpassed that of the Old M.
Of course.
The most absurd thing was an event that happened last year.
The national football team made headlines.
They wrote history, winning the championship and becoming World Cup winners.
Although Chen Nan didn't watch much football.
He was still shocked.
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After buying a remote-controlled car from the toy store.
Chen Nan also bought some fruit, then went to Wang Mengqi's house.
He had been here many times.
But each time, he only dropped Li Xiang off.
He had never gone inside.
This was also why Qing Long had such a deep obsession with Wang Mengqi.
Ding dong!
Not long after he pressed the doorbell, Li Xiang's cheerful voice came from inside.
When the door opened and he saw Chen Nan's appearance.
Li Xiang's mouth formed an 'o' shape.
Although this man before him was unfamiliar, he recognized him at a glance.
However.
He hadn't expected Chen Nan to be so handsome.
"Here, your birthday gift!" Chen Nan smiled and handed the remote-controlled car to Li Xiang.
Li Xiang was overjoyed, made a face at Chen Nan, and whispered, "Thanks, Dad!"
"Son, is that Uncle Chen?" Wang Mengqi, wearing an apron, walked out of the kitchen with a plate of braised prawns.
Just as she placed the braised prawns on the dining table, her peripheral vision caught sight of Chen Nan, with his short hair and dressed in clean, casual attire.
Her spirits immediately lifted.
"Are you Dr. Chen?" Wang Mengqi looked at Chen Nan in disbelief.
She absolutely hadn't expected.
That after cutting his hair and shaving his beard, Chen Nan would look so clean and handsome.
Especially his deep eyes.
Where was the submissive, nervous look of a lickspittle?
He was like the king of beasts, surveying the forest from above.