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Chapter 178 Catch Doll 3

In the blink of an eye, it was noon and the sunlight poured into the room through the window, bringing a touch of warmth and brightness.

Chunlan carefully picked up some food for Lin Jiu and said with concern, "Come on, Xiaojiu, eat more. You've been studying all morning and your face looks thin from hunger. Eat quickly, eat quickly."

Lin Jiu touched his cheek unconsciously and felt that his face was still chubby. He couldn't help but feel a little surprised at what Ma Jiye's mother said.

When she looked at Chunlan, a hint of admiration flashed in her eyes, and she secretly sighed in her heart: "How could Auntie have such a magical idea? Studying for half a day can make people lose weight, it's amazing! From now on, I don't have to lose weight anymore, I can just study directly."

However, facing the bowl already piled high with food, Lin Jiu quickly reached out to stop her, saying, "Enough, enough, Auntie, I really can't eat so much."

Chunlan smiled and responded, "Don't be polite to your aunt, kid! Come visit me often in the future. Jiye really likes you!"

Hearing this, Ma Jiye's face turned red like a ripe apple. He coughed twice and called out shyly, "Mom~" Then he looked at Lin Jiu embarrassedly.

Lin Jiu looked at Ma Jiye with a smile in her eyes, "Okay, Auntie, then I will come to bother you often." Her voice was crisp and pleasant, with a hint of coquettishness.

"Don't bother me, don't bother me. We are very happy that you are here, right? Lao Ma, Mom..." Chunlan was very happy to hear that. A bright smile appeared on her face and she looked at Lin Jiu gently.

Ma Chenggang quickly nodded and agreed: "Yes, yes, you are most welcome!" His eyes were full of sincerity and kindness.

The old lady also smiled and said, "Yes, come often, come often!" Her tone was kind and gentle, making people feel extremely warm.

Lin Jiu felt the enthusiasm of this family and a warm feeling surged in his heart.

This family atmosphere made her feel very comfortable and at ease. She smiled and responded, "Thank you, uncle, aunt, and grandma. I will definitely come often."

In the days that followed, Lin Jiu and Ma Jiye often went in and out together. They studied together, exchanging knowledge and experience; they played together, enjoying the happy time of youth. Their relationship grew closer and closer.

……

That morning, the sun shone through the mottled leaves onto the road, creating patches of light and shadow.

Lin Jiu walked out of the house as usual, ready to start a new day.

However, as she just stepped out of the door, a figure rushed over quickly, grabbed her arm and pulled her aside.

Lin Jiu turned around in surprise and saw Ma Jiye standing there with a mysterious and somewhat nervous expression on his face. He looked around, as if worried that someone would notice them.

"Ji Ye, what's wrong with you? Why are you so mysterious?" Lin Jiu couldn't help but ask curiously.

Ma Jiye looked around and made sure no one was around. He carefully took something out of his pocket and handed it to Lin Jiu. He smiled, his eyes flashing with excitement and anticipation.

"Jiujiu, look at what this is?" Ma Jiye said proudly.

Lin Jiu took the item and examined it carefully. It was a very old game console for her, the screen had turned yellow, and it exuded a faint nostalgic atmosphere.

"Game console? Where did you get it?" Lin Jiu asked puzzledly.

Ma Jiye smiled even brighter, his face full of pride: "I bought it! Last time I saw you staring at the game console in Xiaopang's hand, I thought you liked it very much. So..."

A flash of memory flashed through Lin Jiu's mind, and he suddenly understood everything.

It turned out that a few days ago she had stared at Xiaopang playing games. At that time, she was just curious about this old-fashioned game console and didn't really like it.

Unexpectedly, Ma Jiye misunderstood her meaning and bought her an identical game console.

Lin Jiu looked at the game console in her hand. Just because she looked at the game console a few more times, Ma Jiye bought it for her. She felt a little touched.

It's just that this mistake is a bit big. She shook her head helplessly and looked at Ma Jiye with an indescribable look.

"Jie Ye, thank you. But actually I don't like this kind of game console. I'm just curious." Lin Jiu explained frankly. She didn't want Ji Ye to misunderstand that she had a special liking for game consoles.

Lin Jiu thought about Ma Jiye's family situation again, and then said, "Jiye, where did you get so much money to buy this game console? And I really don't like playing games. Why don't we return it?" She felt that she couldn't let Jiye waste the money in vain.

When Jiye heard this, he felt a little disappointed, but he nodded in agreement: "Okay, then let's go return it." The two of them came to the door of the store with the game console, ready to return it.

The return process wasn't smooth. The store manager told them that merchandise already sold could not be returned or exchanged unless there were quality issues. Lin Jiu and Jiye reluctantly walked out of the store, still clutching the unopened game console.

Ma Jiye stood there, looking at Lin Jiu quietly, with a hint of apology and self-blame in his eyes.

He sighed softly and whispered, "I'm sorry, I didn't know the boss wouldn't accept returns. I clearly saw a seven-day no-questions-asked return or exchange policy. I made you make a wasted trip."

Lin Jiu smiled slightly, with a glint in her eyes. She patted Ma Jiye's shoulder gently and comforted him, "It's okay. This is also a lesson. Next time, we should understand clearly before buying things."

Lin Jiu frowned slightly, remembering that Ma Jiye's family was not well off, so she said, "How about this, I'll go back and give you the money..."

However, before she could finish her words, she was interrupted anxiously by Ma Jiye.

Ma Jiye said in a firm and resolute tone: "Jiujiu, you don't have to give me money. This was originally a gift for you. It was my fault. I will find a way to solve this problem."

After saying that, he pursed his lips, turned his head away, and a stubborn look appeared in his eyes.