Chapter 42
I'll give you
After washing up, Yan Xu walked out of the bathroom wearing loose pajamas and saw that Shen Yi had not yet returned.
She walked over, somewhat curious: "You want to sleep on the sofa tonight?"
Shen Yi dared not look her in the eye, afraid that she would see through his thoughts.
More than anything, I was afraid she would reject me.
Among the many excuses, Shen Yi chose to remain silent.
Yan Xu grew impatient after a long silence: "What exactly do you want to do? Speak up!"
Why keep it all bottled up?
Shen Yi timidly raised his head, his eyes bloodshot, struggling to suppress the surging desire. This was the first time Yan Xu had seen such a look in his eyes.
She's an adult; she's not ignorant.
The wind outside was strong, making a whooshing sound as it blew against the sliding window.
Just like the eye contact between the two, it was ambiguous, intense, yet restrained and controlled.
Yan Xu lowered her eyes and turned away as if fleeing: "You should go back now, it's getting late."
Just as she closed the door, she faintly heard Shen Yi laugh.
Shen Yi shook his head, watching her flustered retreating figure: "Silly girl, goodnight, Yan Xu."
Upon returning to his rented apartment, Shen Yi's first action was to contact his family: "Mom, I'll be home in a while."
When Shen's mother received his call, she predictably launched into a tirade: "Do you even remember who your mother is?! You haven't contacted me once in all this time! Let me tell you, if you don't come back soon, I'm handing the Shen Group over to someone else!"
Shen Yi pleaded, "No, Mother, I have important matters to attend to. I've almost finished them, and I'll be able to return to the Shen family to take up my post in a while."
Knowing her son's nature, Shen's mother asked, "Do you have someone you like?"
She couldn't think of any other reason why he could stay away from home for so long without his family knowing, except that he was afraid of being found out that he had a girlfriend.
After all, his family had been arranging a marriage for him during the time he disappeared.
Shen Yi neither admitted nor denied it: "Anyway, I didn't kill anyone or set fires, but you and Dad have to promise me that I won't appear in public after I take office."
We'll tell her all this once Yan Xu's career is stable.
Firstly, she was afraid that Yan Xu would discover he was deceiving her and that they would completely break off their relationship.
Secondly, he worried that if Yan Xu knew his identity, he would not accept the cooperation of the Shen Group and would think that he was the one who arranged all of Shen Group's projects.
However, given the advanced level of chip technology in the hands of Yuyu Technology, it is entirely possible to discuss artificial intelligence cooperation with Shen's Group.
Shen's mother was unaware of his plans, but as a mother, she was happy to oblige with this small favor.
Shen's mother finally warned him: "Let me tell you! Hurry up and find me a daughter-in-law, I'm waiting to hold my grandson."
"Tsk..." Shen Yi couldn't stand it anymore. "You're talking as if I'm not letting you have a second child. Give me a little sister or a little brother, and I'll help you take care of him."
Shen's mother was furious: "Shen Yi!!! You little wolf cub!"
The phone call ended amidst a string of curses and swearing.
I wonder if Yan Xu will like his parents in the future...
Shen Yi's thoughts wandered further and further, so he splashed cold water on his face to clear his head.
Overnight, the temperature difference between day and night was too great, and Shen Yi had been covered with a thin blanket the whole time. The next day, his voice became nasal.
As always, he finished washing up and knocked on Yan Xu's door.
Yan Xu dressed up carefully for going out today, putting on light makeup, letting her hair down, and choosing a light yellow long dress.
Hearing the knock, she ran out to open the door.
Shen Yi was momentarily stunned when he saw her.
This was the first time he had seen her dressed like this. Usually, she would wear a T-shirt, jeans, and white shoes.
Although she usually dresses very casually, you can tell that she has a great figure.
Now she's wearing a fitted long dress, with flowing long hair, and a pair of sandals.
Her delicate and beautiful temperament was fully displayed.
She hadn't dressed up for a long time since her grandfather passed away.
She doesn't have the mood or the energy, but she is positive and optimistic now.
She is completely different from herself five months ago.
All of this was thanks to her meeting Shen Yi.
Yan Xu smiled, her eyes crinkling: "Let's go, let's go outside."
Shen Yi nodded blankly, too nervous to speak.
She hummed a little tune as she walked towards the elevator, with Shen Yi following behind her, as if he were seeing her for the first time.
Shen Yi grabbed her wrist, and Yan Xu turned her head to look down his arm: "Why are you grabbing me?"
"Yan Xu, you like me, right?" Shen Yi didn't know why she suddenly wanted to ask this question, and she blurted it out, even she was stunned.
In the past, Yan Xu would tell him unequivocally that he didn't like him and that he only interacted with him because of their marriage of convenience.
But now...
After countless days and nights of companionship, after experiencing many things and seeing her in a sorry state, he still stayed by her side. Yan Xu seemed unable to say that she didn't like him.
Her eyes lit up: "Guess... the elevator's almost here."
For the first time, she did not deny the issue.
This change is the answer.
Shen Yi already knew her answer.
Yunzhao County is neither too big nor too small, with two or three scenic spots, which can be explored in about a day and a half.
Last time they went to the Natural Lake Scenic Area, this time Shen Yi took her to a special amusement park.
This amusement park not only features theatrical performances explaining local history, but also an artificial beach for children and adults to play on, and small bonfire parties in the evening.
This amusement park brings together all the unique cultural features of Yunzhao County.
The moment Yan Xu stepped through the entrance, looking at the various amusement rides inside, he felt a mix of emotions.
A child nearby accidentally ran over and bumped into her.
His mother quickly came over to apologize: "I'm so sorry, I told you not to be naughty!"
The child's father scolded him again, and the child immediately became much quieter.
Yan Xu watched the family of three happily queuing up at the window and thought, "They're so happy. Why can't I have this kind of happiness?"
For her, a family of three was a luxury, a pipe dream that could never be realized.
Yan Shan has his family of three, and Yu Zheng also has her family of three, but she alone does not.
Forgotten in the deserted area, no one pays attention, no one cares.
Shen Yi followed her gaze and ruffled her hair: "You'll have it too in the future. Whatever you want, I can give you."
Whether it's a home or the career you desire.
Shen Yi has the ability to give it to you.