My Wife is the Vicious Supporting Character from an Era Novel - Chapter 23

Chapter 23

Make It Official

When Ji Baiqing tries to talk, Wen Miao covers her mouth and says, “Let’s not talk about it. We’re good for now, but I need to think.” Ji Baiqing is confused—what is there to think about? The problem seems resolved. A few days pass with Wen Miao being distant, but Ji Baiqing doesn’t panic this time. She knows Wen Miao’s anger has subsided, and they’ve reconciled. Still, she feels a bit frustrated by Wen Miao’s possessiveness, as she now has to be careful in her interactions with other girls in the village.

Meanwhile, Ji Baiqing has officially given up her position as the village work-point recorder, since the butcher job is a much better opportunity. The news of her new job at the food station spreads quickly through the village. Many people are envious and try to find out how she landed such a great position, but Ji Baiqing’s mother, He Xiangyue, smiles and deflects their questions, proud that her daughter earned the job herself.

On a Tuesday night, after Ji Baiqing has gotten into bed, Wen Miao, who is also in bed, speaks up. “Ji Baiqing, I want to ask you a few questions.” Ji Baiqing, sensing the nervousness in her voice, finds it endearing and agrees.

Wen Miao asks, “What would you do if I didn’t have money or ration coupons but wanted to eat meat?” Ji Baiqing pinches Wen Miao’s cheek and says, “Zhen Zhen, are you being silly? I’m a butcher now. If you want meat, I’ll get it for you. I’ll buy it!” Wen Miao smiles to herself in the darkness.

“What if I see a pretty dress but don’t have enough fabric coupons?” Wen Miao asks. Ji Baiqing thinks about how generous Wen Miao was last time. She realizes Wen Miao must be short on coupons now. “Zhen Zhen, after my first month of work, I’ll definitely have enough coupons. Then we can go buy that pretty dress you like.”

Wen Miao scoots closer, their arms touching. She asks softly, “Really? You’re not lying?” Ji Baiqing promises that she isn’t. Wen Miao buries her face in Ji Baiqing’s shoulder, laughing softly. She is now used to the scent of Ji Baiqing’s soap, and the two scents mingling in the room feel incredibly intimate.

Wen Miao sits up and pulls Ji Baiqing up with her. “What are you doing? Are you that happy about a dress?” Ji Baiqing asks. Wen Miao replies with a determined tone, “I’ve made up my mind.”

“About what?” Ji Baiqing asks.

In the darkness, Wen Miao reaches out and finds Ji Baiqing’s face. Ji Baiqing, unsure what’s happening, nuzzles into her palm like a docile puppy. The softness of Ji Baiqing’s face in her hand, combined with the knowledge that this is the person she likes, makes Wen Miao feel incredibly tender. She realizes she’s ready to fully accept Ji Baiqing into her life. She never thought she would let anyone into her heart, but with the warm and passionate Ji Baiqing, it’s not so difficult.

Wen Miao’s eyes narrow slightly, and her voice softens with a gentle smile. “Ji Baiqing, I know you like me. I’ve made up my mind. I’m willing to be with you and be your girlfriend.”

“When are you going to give me a title?” she asks.