Chapter 2028 - : A drunken kiss (1/2)

Translator: Nyoi-Bo Studio  Editor: Nyoi-Bo Studio

Shen Manting felt as though she was suddenly struck by an unknown force from within.

She felt ripples stirring in the depths of her heart.

A strange feeling engulfed her.

It was an imperceptibly profound sensation.

“Who’s your wife now?” Shen Manting retorted rather softly, in an almost inaudible voice.

Shen Luo’an chuckled and continued mumbling, “Come and fetch me, quick… They’re closing in on me… If you… come any later, I’m going to… pass out right here…”

“You’re such a wimp, old buddy. You’ve only had a few shots and now you’re already calling for help?”A mocking voice rang out from the other end of the line, loud and clear. The speaker was evidently more sober than Shen Luo’an.

“I’m at Yan Yun on Changde Road…”

Yet, the call was abruptly cut short before he could even finish his sentence.

Shen Manting glanced at the baby in her arms and hesitated for a moment, before walking over to Shen Longyue’s room.

She knocked on the door.

Someone inside finally came to open the door after a long while.

Mrs. Shen appeared groggy, but composed herself when she saw Shen Manting standing at the door. She asked, “What’s the matter?”

Shen Manting told her the whole story. Then, she pleaded, “Do you mind going out to fetch him home? Otherwise, please ask Father to pick him up instead.”

Shen Manting was too anxious to notice how she addressed them.

Mrs. Shen’s expression softened. She responded calmly, “How could he expect to be fetched home by his parents when he gets drunk during social gatherings? How is he going to face his friends in the future? You should be the one to pick him up.”

She glanced at the infant in her arms. “I’ll take care of the baby. You go ahead.”

Mrs. Shen’s reasoning made sense. Yet somehow, Shen Manting had an odd feeling about the situation.

She pondered for a moment and nodded.

She couldn’t help worrying about the infant as she handed him over to Mrs. Shen. She didn’t forget to remind her, “It’s almost time for his feeding. Feed him milk in about ten minutes.”

“All right.”

“I’m going to change my clothes first.”

She had been wearing her pajamas since coming out from her bath.

Now she had to prepare to go out, so she headed back into her room.

She laid out the outfits that she bought today and picked out a dress.

Then, she hesitated. It’s a social gathering, after all. All those present at the gathering were men. What if someone drunk took advantage of her?

She decided against wearing a dress.

She rummaged through her clothes and found a pantsuit Shen Luo’an had chosen for her.

She felt much better after changing into the outfit.

She put on her shoes and slung a handbag over her shoulders. She combed her hair with a small comb as she walked out of the house.

She hailed a taxi and soon arrived at Changde Road. She informed the driver of her destination and was dropped off at Yan Yun Ru Meng.

Yan Yun Ru Meng was a luxurious, high-end entertainment venue that combined dining and entertainment.

She phoned Shen Luo’an, but her call went unanswered.

She walked into the place in high heels. Just as she was making another phone call, she saw a familiar face in the distance.

The man appeared to be middle-aged and was slightly plump. He was bespectacled and looked rather well-mannered.

Yet, his face was flushed red. He looked drunk.

“Lao Wu?” Shen Manting called out to the man as she approached him. “Where is Shen Luo’an?”

Lao Wu looked up and saw Shen Manting. He thought she looked familiar. It took him a while to recognize her. “Ah, Manting, it’s you! You’ve changed so much that I almost couldn’t recognize you.” He laughed.

Shen Manting could only manage a weak smile. She asked again, “Where is Shen Luo’an?”

“He’s still inside. He’s almost drunk under the table. These people are heavy drinkers. We’re no match for them…” Lao Wu waved his hands and looked as if he was about to throw up.

Shen Manting took a step back and frowned in dismay.

Lao Wu rested for a while and let out a hiccup. He mumbled in a drunken voice, “Let’s go in and save our old buddy Shen.”