The Female Leads Truly Loves You - Chapter 176

Chapter 176: I will hire Kuhang’s best tattoo artist to ink my name on your chest
“Hmm, I’ve heard Sam’s grades at school are quite impressive.”

Celeste was dressed beautifully today.

She looked like a proper urban beauty, and of course, calling her a white-collar worker would seem somewhat demeaning given her status and demeanor. She more closely resembled what you’d call a CEO type.

She wore a white high-end blouse, its collar adorned with a black bow tie.

A black pencil skirt wrapped her graceful hips.

Her long, beautiful legs were proportionate and sexy.

Neither her slender neck nor her exquisite face showed any signs of aging.

A diamond-studded black sapphire earring dangled from her earlobe, elegant and generous, revealing a noble air befitting her status.

Sam, squeezed in the middle, could distinctly tell apart the fragrances emanating from her and her daughter, mainly because their auras were different.

Angel’s scent was more aloof, while this woman’s was a more classic woody aroma, reminiscent of sandalwood, evoking a mysterious and serene beauty.

Sam wasn’t sure what perfume they used, as he had no interest in such luxuries. But compared to the cheap scents one might encounter on a bus, these two were far more refreshing.

“It’s alright, it’s all the result of hard study. After all, as a student, studying is the top priority.”

Sam answered with a smile.

Celeste said with a smile, “But studying, like many things, always requires a certain talent, so not everyone is suited for academics. Often, those with talent can achieve more efficient results in less time, while those without talent may seem to work very hard but end up achieving nothing. Like Angel, her grades have never satisfied me.”

Indeed, Angel’s academic performance was not ideal.

Sam seemed never to have seen this girl’s name on the list of top students.

Of course, firmly occupying the top spot was naturally Sophie, whose grades seemed unshakeably secure.

However, upon hearing Celeste’s words, Angel looked over with dissatisfaction.

“I just don’t bother spending time on it. If I wanted to improve my grades, it would be too easy. I just don’t think it’s necessary.”

Celeste covered her mouth and chuckled lightly, the gesture clearly meant to tease.

“Is that so? It seems to be a lack of motivation then. Sam, what do you think?”

Sam glanced at Angel, who stared back at him, her gaze laden with an unspoken threat.

Turning away, Sam immediately said, “Angel is quite exceptional in many areas of learning, but indeed, she’s not good at taking exams, which I think has little to do with effort.”

“Sam, you did that on purpose!”

Angel immediately reached out to pinch Sam’s waist.

Before Sam could react, instinctively trying to dodge, Celeste gently wrapped her arms around Sam’s shoulders, then looked at Angel.

“Angel, bullying your brother like that?”

Suddenly, Sam felt a warmth similar to a mother’s embrace, as this charming woman held him gently. Indeed, her demeanor was very motherly at that moment.

Angel pretended to be angry, looking at Sam. “Get up, stop hiding!”

Sam glanced at Angel, then back at Celeste, who looked tender and overflowing with maternal love.

“Mom, look at her~~”

Celeste immediately frowned at her daughter. “What have I told you before? We’re all family here, and we should get along harmoniously. Are my words just wind to you?”

Angel had no comeback, lifting her foot to try stomping on Sam’s foot, but Sam swiftly moved away.

“Fine, see if you can dodge me forever!”

Angel seemed a bit angry, leaning against the car window on the other side, looking quite displeased.

Celeste released Sam from her embrace, and the warmth vanished instantly.

And to be honest, it felt pretty comfortable…

Although Celeste is getting older, she takes good care of herself and her breasts have not sagged at all. They are full and firm, with good elasticity. But after all, she was Angel’s mother, and Sam dared not harbor any odd thoughts.

Moreover, this woman seemed to be protecting him now.

But it was only to the extent of this playful banter. If Sam really hurt Angel, he probably wouldn’t be left in one piece.

“However, this can’t go on. I do hope that Angel can leave school with decent grades. Sam, do you have any good ideas?”

Was this a test question?

He wasn’t sure, but after thinking it over, Sam seriously replied, “I was joking earlier. Angel actually has strong learning abilities. It’s probably just a lack of motivation and desire in this area, so she seems uninterested, resulting in average grades. If she could find motivation and interest in this aspect, she should be able to do it easily.”

“So, how can we make her interested, Sam?”

Celeste smiled at Sam, her expression like that of assigning a task, and it wasn’t a command but more of a question thrown out for him to handle as he saw fit.

It seemed that this mother-daughter duo had completely different ways of doing things, but at their core, they were the same, both quite adept at manipulating others.

Sam glanced at Angel, her aloof demeanor making it clear that getting her to take the initiative on anything was going to be a difficult task.

Moreover, in her view, Sam didn’t have the right to order her around; that would be an insult to her.

Sam pondered for a moment, then took out his phone.

Celeste was puzzled about why Sam suddenly took out his phone. Could he be secretly searching Google for answers? That would be quite amusing.

But soon, Celeste felt her own phone vibrate in her pocket. She seemed to grasp what was happening, discreetly checked her phone, and then slightly curved her lips upward.

Interesting.

She nonchalantly put her phone back, then turned to Sam. “How about this, Sam?”

Sam looked over cooperatively. “What?”

“When is the next whole school test?”

Sam pretended to think, then answered. “In about two months, just before winter.”

Celeste nodded. “Here’s the deal, I think Sam is much more mature than Angel. If you score higher than Angel on the next test, then in our household, you’ll be the Older brother, and she’ll be the Younger sister. How about that?”

“I have no objections, and I think it’s a perfect idea!”

Angel immediately disagreed. “What nonsense are you two talking about? I didn’t agree to this.”

Celeste smiled. “But isn’t it me who makes the decisions in this house? Until I’m gone, Angel, it seems you don’t have the authority to decide on these matters.”

Angel frowned. “Say what you want, I still don’t agree.”

Celeste sighed. “Being obstinate isn’t a good trait. If someone thinks being obstinate can change another person’s mind, then I think that shows a lack of maturity, a lack of ability to stand on one’s own. In that case, perhaps some privileges need to be appropriately withdrawn.”

Angel clenched her fists. Sam instantly felt the girl beside him, previously as cold as an iceberg, now seemed like a volcano about to erupt.

The seething anger was almost enough to cook Sam sitting in the middle.

Angel glared at Sam with wide eyes. “You really want to do this, huh?”

Sam swallowed nervously, already regretting his involvement.

But Celeste looked over with a smile. “What? You plan to threaten Sam in front of me?”

Angel held her head high, pridefully. “Fine, I’ll show you what I’m like when I’m serious. I accept the condition. But since he already calls me older sister, if he wins and just keeps calling me sister, wouldn’t that be a bit dull?”

Celeste blinked, seemingly eager for the drama. “So, what do you suggest?”

Angel coldly proposed, “If he wins, I’ll call him older brother, no take-backs. But if I win… I want him to tattoo the letters of ‘Angel’ on his chest.”

“What? No, we don’t have to go that far, do we? I’m out.”

Sam wished he could jump out of the car then and there.

However, Celeste immediately restrained him, her face reassuringly looking at Sam. “Don’t panic; her grades aren’t that great, and what can change in just two months? You’re sure to win.”

Sam shook his head frantically. What a joke.

He had no plans for any tattoos, especially not tattooing someone’s name on his chest—that would be a permanent mark of shame!

Just the thought felt like a death sentence.

It meant Sam would be embarrassed to take off his shirt even for swimming, and if there were other women in the future, once they saw it… No way! Absolutely not!

“No, I think this kind of bet is a bit…”

“Fine, I’ll accept on Sam’s behalf.”

“No! Godmother, you…”

Angel’s lips curled into a smile as she nodded. “Good, just wait and see. I’ll hire Kuhang’s best tattoo artist to ink my name on your chest.”

Sam wanted to say more.

But Celeste simply pressed his hand, patting it in a comforting manner as if to soothe a child. She gently reassured Sam, “Don’t worry, how could you possibly lose to her, Sam? You’re so capable. Just the thought of Angel calling you older brother is amusing to me~”

Sam felt utterly helpless.

He even wanted to jump out of the car at that moment, but being squeezed in the middle and held down by Celeste, he couldn’t move.

A terrible possibility crossed Sam’s mind. He looked at Celeste. “Godmother…”

“Hm?”

“This bet… it wasn’t prearranged by you two, was it?”

Celeste blinked, feigning innocence as she looked at Sam. “I don’t know what you’re talking about~ Wasn’t this just decided?”