The Sweet Rival (Mango Shen and Nathaniel Ye)

Chapter 367

Mango and Nathaniel ran for a long time, and they finally stopped when they realised that no one was chasing after them.

Then, Nathaniel couldn't help but laugh at the guilty expression on Mango's face.

Neither of them cared about how the passersby viewed them as they laughed freely.

At that moment, Mango felt like she'd been freed from a cage. Truth be told, she'd never felt so free and reckless before.

However, it felt really good.

"Do you think Mom will think that you've led me astray?"

Mango asked with a smile.

However, Nathaniel draped his arm over her shoulder and said, "Well, birds of a feather flock together, so shouldn't you know what I'm like by now? You should've gotten used to it long ago!"

"Ha!"

Mango glared at him playfully before she asked with a smile, "Where are we going next?"

"To the beach!"

After that, Nathaniel and Mango hailed a cab and headed straight for the beach.

Both of them chased one another and frolicked on the beach before Nathaniel pinned Mango onto the sand as he kissed her passionately.

The sun was shining brightly and the waves lapped gently at the shoreline. Their love was plain for all to see, and it even made the onlookers envious.

In fact, it was almost noon when Mango started to feel hungry.

After that, Nathaniel took her to a nearby fishing village to have a simple meal. Though the dishes were plain, Mango felt as if it was the best birthday meal in her life.

"Do you think they'd be worried after we ran out like that?"

"We're not kids. Furthermore, what do you have to be afraid of when I'm by your side?"

After lunch, Nathaniel took Mango sailing.

The sea breeze caressed Mango's face as she looked out upon the endless ocean. Suddenly, she had the realization that happiness was indeed so very simple.

Then, Nathaniel allowed the yacht to float freely on the water as he dragged Mango to sunbathe with him.

"Tell me, how pleasant would it be when we get to spend time out at sea in our later years? You'll be reading a book, while I go fishing out on the deck."

"Why do I have to read? Can't I be fishing instead?"

Either way, Mango found Nathaniel's vision of their future together quite blissful.

Then, Nathaniel said with a smile, "Shouldn't girls be more artistic? Reading fits your personality the best, or would you prefer painting?"

Mango did not retort, but her interest was piqued when painting was mentioned.

"Is there painting equipment on the ship?"

"Yes, there is!"

Since Nathaniel was well-versed in Mango's hobbies, he had gotten all the art supplies ready in advance.

Then, Mango just shook her head when she saw how prepared Nathaniel was, "Have you planned this for a long time?"

"Obviously yes. I spent many days planning today's schedule for you. Let's just turn off our phones and enjoy the day without our children. I'm sure someone will take care of them. We can finally enjoy some alone time together, so you can do whatever you want." "Right here at sea?"

"Yes!"

Sunlight shone on Nathaniel's face, which covered him in a cloak of light. Meanwhile, Mango felt that he looked like a Greek god, and thus she held both admiration and worship for him in her gaze.

"Don't move. Just lie on the deck and be my model. I haven't drawn a still life drawing in a long time."

Inspiration struck Mango suddenly, and she really wanted to capture this scene on canvas.

On the other hand, Nathaniel complied and removed his shirt, displaying his tantalising muscles.

Meanwhile, Mango restrained her wayward thoughts as she brought out a canvas. Then, she placed it in her lap and began to draw.

The sea breeze tousled her hair, but she didn't really care.

From her point of view, Nathaniel against the endless blue sky was the best scenery in the world. On the other hand, Nathaniel felt that Mango was the most beautiful view that he'd ever seen.

Both of them were buoyed by love and affection as they floated on the waves. The atmosphere on the yacht was filled with their joy and excitement.

After Mango finished drawing, she realized that Nathaniel had actually fallen asleep.

The sun was warm and comfortable, and laying on the deck made him drowsy.

Then, she smiled and got up to get a thin blanket from the cabin before she draped the blanket onto Nathaniel's body.

Truth be told, living such a carefree life was great.

It was amazing to live a life where no one could bother them.

If only they could spend forever like this.

Then, Mango laid down next to Nathaniel and slowly fell asleep as well.

In fact, Nathaniel wasn't fully asleep and he woke up when Mango lay down next to him. However, he did not make a sound.

He pushed back the blanket before he covered both of them. Then, he grinned as he hugged Mango to sleep.

Alas, time passed by extremely fast when they were enjoying themselves.

By the time they woke up, it was already nightfall.

At that moment, Mango felt a little cold.

Then, Nathaniel put on his clothes and covered Mango with the blanket before he said, "Are we going back tonight, or staying here?"

Mango was a little intimidated by the vast ocean.

"I think we should head back."

"Your wish is my command!"

Then, Nathaniel started the yacht with a chuckle.

Before long, both of them returned to Ocean City.

However, they didn't go home and instead checked into a hotel for the night.

Mango felt as if today was her actual wedding day as there were so many surprises planned out for her.

Furthermore, Nathaniel took good care of her. After they enjoyed a scrumptious western dinner, Nathaniel had romantically bought her a bunch of flowers before they returned to the room.

It wasn't like Mango had never received flowers before, but getting them at this age was definitely blissful.

Both of them spent a romantic birthday together.

When she woke up the next morning, Mango actually felt like she was living in a fairy tale. She only realised that all of this was real when she glanced sideways to find Nathaniel asleep.

"What's up? Why are you up so early? Let's sleep for a while longer."

Nathaniel then stretched out his arm to pull Mango into his embrace when he caught her gaze.

Then, Mango smiled and said, "It's already past eight, Nathan. We should get up."

"We don't have work or meetings to attend, so why should we wake up so early? Let's sleep awhile longer."

Nathaniel seemed very tired, so Mango didn't dare move a muscle. She let Nathaniel continue hugging her as she slowly slipped back into a slumber.

Both of them were awakened by their hunger pangs, and it was noon by then.

After that, Nathaniel and Mango shared a smile as they felt like they had enjoyed themselves to much.

"Are you hungry? Would you like to go and eat something?"

"That's a good idea!"

Both of them got up promptly and washed up before they left the room.

Then, Mango turned on her phone only to find an overwhelming flood of incoming messages. She nearly dropped it from the force of the vibrating notifications.

"Stop looking at your phone and eat first!"

After that, Nathaniel grabbed her cell phone before he shoved a plate of food in front of her.

Mango smiled at Nathaniel's concern and replied, "I'm really afraid that this is all just a fairy tale, and it would just end up being a dream when I wake up."

"Silly girl, you really married me. Everyone in Ocean City found out that you're going to be my wife yesterday. So, you won't be able to escape now, and it will be useless even if you regret it."

"Why do I feel like I've fallen into your trap? Are you scheming against me?"

Mango teased Nathaniel out of the blue.

Then, Nathaniel quickly reached out his hand and said, "Of course not! I'm seriously, irrevocably, one hundred percent in love with you."

"What charming words you have indeed. Where'd you learn them from?"

Despite Mango's words, her lips curved up into a smile and it was obvious that she was in a great mood.

After the both of them finished their meal, Mango couldn't be bothered to check her phone anymore as they went home today.

They were in no hurry, and they took their time to walk home after their heavy lunch.

Mango felt as if everyone around her seemed particularly affectionate.

They walked down the street leisurely like two high school kids in love, and the feeling caused warmth to bloom in Mango's chest.

"Do you still remember back then? When I first saw you in university, I fantasised about both of us walking through campus holding hands. Unfortunately, you were still together with Macy at the time."

Mango brought up the past all of a sudden.

On the other hand, Nathaniel was surprised before he replied, "Macy and I was something borne out of habit, and nothing else. When she wanted to be my girlfriend, I didn't say anything about it so she just took it as agreement. After that, I couldn't be bothered to explain when word got out that we

were dating, so that was that. Speaking of which, it's been quite some time since Macy passed away." Content property of NôvelDra/ma.Org.

"That's right. Many things have changed now."

In truth, Mango didn't want to talk about Macy, but it just slipped out unknowingly.

By now, Macy was no longer a taboo topic between her and Nathaniel.

The two of them chatted as they walked back home.

Then, Mango spotted a familiar car at the entrance of the villa.

She frowned slightly, and Nathaniel was displeased as well.

"I think we should go to the house that my mother gifted us. There are way too many scumbags hanging around here."

Although Mango didn't say a word, it was clear that she wasn't too pleased either.

The car belonged to the Hans Family, but they had no idea who was inside.

Either way, Mango had no desire to see Madam Hans right now.

Just as they were about to reach the villa's gates, the car door opened and Queena came out.

It was surprising, but at the same time, it was somewhat predictable.

Then, Mango paused for a brief moment before she spoke faintly.

"Minister Xiao, what seems to be the matter?"

Queena was uncomfortable with how formally Mango addressed her.

"It was your birthday yesterday, so I called you many times because I wanted to wish you. So, I came here because your phone was off."

Meanwhile, Queena's face seemed a little exhausted.

On the other hand, Mango was quietly surprised as she never expected Queena to remember her birthday. However, she felt guilty when she saw the exhaustion on Queena's face.

"You've been here since yesterday, haven't you?"

"That's right."

Queena nodded in reply.

Her eyes were bloodshot, and it was obvious that she didn't rest well.

No matter how disappointed Mango was towards the Hans family, she couldn't bring herself to say anything else.

Then, she recalled Queena speaking about her child back in America. She said that she would prepare birthday gifts every year as a blessing for the child.

Now that Queena had waited an entire night for her, Mango's heart softened.