Chapter 6765
Let's Not Talk About Feelings
Sunlight streamed through the window and fell onto the steering wheel; that last glimmer of light still stung her eyes.
It wasn't just the sadness of losing my beloved car, but also the self-blame for my own powerlessness.
Yun Yuyan hated herself for not having enough money and for mortgaging her beloved car, but it was all too late to undo the damage.
The night was as dark as ink, enveloping the city tightly.
At the hospital entrance, the dim streetlights swayed gently in the breeze, casting dappled shadows.
Yun Yuyan and Xiao Chen stood side by side on the roadside, the atmosphere somewhat somber.
Yun Yuyan broke the silence first. She lowered her head and stared intently at the cracks in the ground, as if trying to find some solace in them.
Her voice was as light as a feather, drifting into the silent night, as if she were talking to herself.
“Let’s take a taxi back because my mother is sick and urgently needs money. I had no choice this afternoon, so I sold the car to a mortgage company.”
"I'll take tomorrow off to see if I can redeem it."
His tone was full of disappointment and helplessness, like a flower ravaged by wind and rain, having lost its former vitality.
Xiao Chen stood to the side, listening quietly to her words, a slight smile playing on his lips, and then suddenly chuckled softly.
The laughter was crisp and melodious, sounding particularly abrupt in the quiet night.
Immediately afterwards, he slowly pulled an object out of his pocket with his well-defined knuckles, the movement graceful and effortless.
Then, with a flick of his wrist, the object traced a graceful arc in the air.
Yun Yuyan subconsciously raised her head, her gaze following the arc.
When she saw what it was, her eyes widened instantly, and her face was filled with disbelief.
It turned out to be a silver car key with a small Minnie Mouse doll hanging from the keychain.
In the dim light of the streetlights, the Minnie Mouse doll swayed with the car key, casting a familiar glow—a decoration she knew all too well.
Yun Yuyan subconsciously reached out and caught the car keys. The cold metallic touch from her fingertips made her eyes instantly burn.
Tears welled up in her eyes, like beads from a broken string, ready to fall at any moment.
"This key..."
She looked up, her eyelashes still glistening with unshed tears, which shimmered under the streetlights.
Her eyes were filled with surprise and emotion, as if she had seen a glimmer of light in the darkness.
Seeing her surprised and touched expression, Xiao Chen shrugged, his movements casual and graceful.
The collar of his black shirt was slightly open, revealing a hint of his collarbone, which added a touch of sexiness and unruliness under the dim light.
He said it lightly.
"I happened to run into the mortgage company when they drove away that night."
"As your temporary boyfriend, of course I had to take it back without hesitation."
"Remember, don't lose it again next time..."
His tone was so casual, as if he were talking about something trivial, as if taking back a car was just something he did on a whim.
But Yun Yuyan knew in her heart that there must be more to this than met the eye.
Mortgage companies are not to be trifled with; Xiao Chen must have gone through a lot of trouble to get the car back from them.
She gripped the car keys tightly, a warm feeling welling up inside her. Her gaze towards Xiao Chen became complex, filled with gratitude, doubt, and a hint of inexplicable emotion.
Yun Yuyan felt an overwhelming surge of emotions welling up in her heart.
Suddenly, like a frightened fawn seeking refuge, she pounced into Xiao Chen's arms.
In an instant, the delicate and refreshing scent of lavender wafted over, like a soft ribbon entwining between the two.
At the same time, the lingering, pungent yet somewhat reassuring smell of disinfectant in the hospital was also mixed in.
Surprisingly, these two completely different flavors collided and harmonized unexpectedly, like a unique symphony playing at this special moment.
Xiao Chen was slightly taken aback.
But he soon came to his senses.
His arm naturally wrapped around Yun Yuyan's waist.
The movements were fluid and gentle, as if they had embraced like this countless times before. The warmth of his palm seeped through Yun Yuyan's thin clothes and gently touched her skin.
Like a warm fireplace in winter, it instantly relaxed her tense nerves.
An unprecedented sense of peace, like a gentle stream, slowly welled up in her heart.
It dispelled the gloom and weariness that had been building up in her heart all these days.
The underground parking lot was dimly lit and quiet, as if shrouded in a mysterious veil.
The Ferrari sat there quietly, its body gleaming with a soft sheen.
Like an elegant nobleman, she exudes a unique charm in the darkness.
It seemed to be quietly waiting for its owner to return.
Yun Yuyan took a deep breath, slowly walked to the car, and gripped the steering wheel.
Her palms were slightly sweaty, and the fine beads of sweat made the steering wheel a little slippery.
However, she would occasionally steal glances at Xiao Chen in the passenger seat.
Her eyes held a hint of shyness and nervousness.
Inside the car, soothing melodies flowed from the car stereo.
The melodious notes danced in the air like little elves.
However, the beautiful music couldn't drown out Yun Yuyan's pounding heartbeat.
The sound was exceptionally clear in the quiet car, like a small drum thumping in her chest.
Suddenly, as if she had made up her mind, she abruptly turned off the music.
The car fell silent instantly, with only the sounds of each other's breathing and heartbeats remaining.
Her fingers, gripping the steering wheel, turned white from the force, and her knuckles even turned slightly bluish.
She mustered her courage and asked.
Can I ask you a question?
Why are you helping me like this?
"Is it just because we were promoted by President Jiang that you..."
Xiao Chen leaned back in his seat, his eyes calm and deep.
He looked out the window at the streetlights rushing by; those streetlights were like bright stars, twinkling in his eyes.
His eyes were as deep as the night, as if hiding endless secrets, making it impossible to discern his emotions.
After a moment, he uttered a single word.
"Correct!"
"right?"
Upon hearing this answer, Yun Yuyan felt as if she had been struck by lightning, and her body trembled slightly.
Her foot trembled slightly as she pressed the brake.
The car came to a smooth stop at the traffic light.
The flickering light from the traffic lights on her face, like stage lights, cast a somewhat dreamlike glow on her expression.
She turned her head and looked at Xiao Chen with an incredulous expression.
His eyes were filled with doubt and disappointment.
Xiao Chen turned to look at her, his gaze so tender it seemed to melt away all the coldness in the world.
He smiled slightly, revealing a faint smile, and said softly.
"Any questions?"
"What my wife wants to protect, I'll protect for her. That shouldn't be a problem, right?"
"Do you really think I've fallen for you?" (End of Chapter)