You've gotten so chubby lately that you need to go on a diet.

As soon as Ji Shen finished speaking, a burst of applause instantly erupted across the office.

"That's wonderful! Congratulations on getting back together!"

The applause thundered.

Ji Shen looked puzzled. "Why are you guys getting this worked up just because I'm in a relationship again?"

"Well, it's because Big Sis-in-Law is gorgeous and has such a great personality! Captain Ji, we're genuinely happy for you!"

Ji Shen raised an eyebrow. "I suspect a more important reason is that you rascals are just craving her cooking!"

Everyone offered awkward, dry laughs.

To be honest... they really did miss Big Sis-in-Law's culinary skills.

Back when she was still with their Captain Ji, she used to drop by with loving homemade meals every few days, and she never forgot to bring enough for them too!

Not only was Big Sis-in-Law exceptionally talented in the kitchen, but she was also gentle and beautiful.

They had all thought she and Captain Ji would end up getting married.

Who would have guessed that Captain Ji would be so blind as to lose her later on!

And ever since then, they hadn't been able to enjoy such delicious food again!

Amidst the silence, Xiao Zhang finally spoke up shamelessly. "So, Captain Ji, when are we going to see Big Sis-in-Law's loving breakfasts again?"

Ji Shen gave him a kick. "In your dreams!"

It had been so long since he himself had tasted Wen Shuang's home-cooked meals, what were these people daydreaming about!

Besides, he couldn't bear to let Wen Shuang cook herself anymore.

Ever since they got back together, Ji Shen had transformed into Wen Shuang's ultimate, dutiful boyfriend.

Officer Ji, who had never stepped foot in the kitchen before, now started attempting to cook delicious meals for his little girlfriend every single day.

Although every attempt fell rather short of expectations.

Either the kitchen filled with thick smoke, or the oil spluttered wildly in the pan, and the final presentation of the dish was always utterly disastrous.

Wen Shuang couldn't bear to watch any longer.

She rolled up her sleeves. "Let me do it instead!"

Ji Shen pushed her out of the way. "A kitchen is full of heavy cooking fumes, what is a woman like you doing in here? Get outside right now!"

Wen Shuang was amused by his deadpan seriousness. "Didn't I always do the cooking before?"

"Before was before. Now, I don't want you working that hard."

In the past, so that Ji Shen could have a hot meal waiting for him the moment he got off work, Wen Shuang would always leave work early and rush home to whip something up in a flash.

Now, whenever he didn't have any active cases, Ji Shen would try his best to finish early and pick Wen Shuang up from work.

Once they got home, he would make Wen Shuang sit down in the living room to rest—strictly rest, without letting her lift a single finger.

While he fumbled around in the kitchen by himself.

A man's genuine effort could naturally be felt by a woman.

Wen Shuang had initially held skeptical views toward Ji Shen's sudden change, but now she felt that he genuinely seemed to be transforming.

During dinner that evening, Wen Shuang said earnestly, "Ji Shen, you don't have to push yourself like this. Perhaps you really aren't cut out for cooking..."

Her gaze drifted toward the slightly burned eggs on the table.

Ji Shen insisted, "I can learn!"

"You've been learning for almost a week now, and you still haven't managed to make a single successful plate of stir-fried tomatoes and eggs." Wen Shuang picked up her chopsticks. "Why don't we... just forget it?"

Ji Shen refused to accept defeat.

"Shuangshuang, give me another half month, and I'll definitely become a top-tier chef."

Half a month later, top-tier chef Ji Shen had failed to materialize. Having truly zero talent in this area, he had no choice but to take Wen Shuang out to restaurants every day.

Under his relentless fattening-up campaign, Wen Shuang successfully gained five pounds!

"Wen Shuang, something is off with you. What's going on with you lately?"

That afternoon, while watching Wen Shuang and Luo Xingwei rehearse a pas de deux, Director Su frowned. "Why do you look like you've put on weight? Your waistline isn't as slender as it used to be."

Director Su possessed a notoriously sharp eye.

Wen Shuang lowered her head in shame and admitted, "I've... been a bit indulgent with my diet lately."

"Don't get too indulgent! Your physique was in prime condition before. Hurry up and lose the weight, otherwise it will seriously detract from the aesthetic appeal on stage! Besides, your grand dance drama is coming up very soon, you cannot afford to slip up at this critical juncture!"

Director Su had always been exceptionally strict regarding dance and physical form.

Wen Shuang nodded. "Director Su, I'll definitely pay attention from now on."

Luo Xingwei smiled gently. "Wen Shuang, actually you're still as light as ever. I didn't feel any strain at all when I lifted you."

Wen Shuang knew Luo Xingwei was just trying to spare her feelings.

"Hahahaha, that's just because your arm strength has gotten stronger! Don't worry, I will definitely shed this extra weight."

It was all Ji Shen's fault.

Recently, he kept taking her out to eat all sorts of delicious food. Even when she insisted she couldn't eat another bite, he would insist on bringing it right to her lips until she had no way to resist.

After the rehearsal wrapped up, Luo Xingwei wanted to invite Wen Shuang out for a meal.

Just then, Yao Qianqian walked over. "Shuangshuang, your rehearsal is finally done! Officer Ji is outside waiting for you with a very eager look in his eyes!"

Luo Xingwei froze.

Although Wen Shuang didn't say anything out loud, a smile involuntarily bloomed across her face.

Yao Qianqian sighed, "It's so nice to see you two back together. Officer Ji seems to treat you even better now!"

A brilliant smile curved Wen Shuang's lips. After quickly packing her things, she trotted outside.

Ji Shen was standing right there waiting for her.

He naturally reached out to take the bag from Wen Shuang's hand. "What do you want to eat tonight?"

"Not eating!" Wen Shuang pouted. "No matter what you say today, I'm not going out to eat with you. Director Su just said I looked like I put on weight during dance practice today, and told me to lose weight immediately."

"What nonsense is she talking about! You aren't fat at all!" Ji Shen frowned, wrapping his hand around Wen Shuang's slender arm. "You're still this thin! I've been wondering where all the meat went after feeding you for so long, and now you want to lose weight? What kind of dream is your Director Su having?"

"Don't you dare talk about Director Su like that. Anyway, you're an outsider, you wouldn't understand."

In any case, Wen Shuang refused to eat anything else that evening.

Once she became stubborn, Ji Shen could do nothing against her and had no choice but to indulge her every whim.

"The Spring Festival is just a few days away. Are there any places you want to visit?" Ji Shen asked, mentioning that he happened to have an extended vacation coming up for the New Year.

Wen Shuang thought for a moment and shook her head. "I don't know."

"We'll talk about it later then. How are you planning to spend New Year's Eve this year? Would you like to come over to my place?" Ji Shen warmly invited. "If you come, Grandma will be very happy."

Wen Shuang paused. "But Mrs. Ji will not be happy. She doesn't like me. If I went over on New Year's Eve, it would only ruin everyone's mood."

Ji Shen faltered. "That won't happen, you're overthinking it."

Wen Shuang patted the back of his hand. "Alright, let's just each go back to our respective homes for New Year's Eve. It's been a while since I've been home anyway, and Dad probably misses me."

Ji Shen slowly nodded. "I'll come find you after you finish your New Year's Eve dinner."

New Year's Eve arrived swiftly.

Every household hung red lanterns and festive scrolls, filling the streets with a vibrant, bustling holiday atmosphere.

Wen Shuang arrived home early in the morning.

Originally, she hadn't planned to come so early, but Wen Fanhai had urged her insistently, saying he missed his daughter terribly.

That was why Wen Shuang made the trip bright and early.

Upon arrival, Wen Yao was not at home, and Sister Chun had gone out grocery shopping with the housekeeper.

Only the father and daughter were left in the house.

Wen Shuang breathed a sigh of relief and helped Wen Fanhai paste the Spring Festival couplets by the front door.