Grandfather Xie was shocked and thought he had heard it mistaken. He held Xie Shuo’s hand tightly and appeared into the latter’s hand, his voice trembling in pleasure. “Did Grandpa… hear that proper?”

“You heard it proper; my eyes have recovered. I’ve been busy with work for the previous few days and didn’t have the possibility to inform you.”

Xie Shuo freed certainly one of his arms and easily pulled the covers up for Grandfather Xie.

Grandfather Xie lastly believed that he, actually, did hear Xie Shuo accurately. His face wrinkled with pleasure, and tears welled up within the corners of his eyes. “Grandpa didn’t count on to have the ability to expertise this present day.”

“You don’t want to fret about me anymore.”

“Good… good…”

Grandfather Xie’s arms shook whilst he mentioned the 2 phrases.

Xie Shuo added, “An An doesn’t find out about it but; please don’t inform her for now.”

Grandfather Xie was shocked. “Why didn’t you inform her such excellent news?”

As a result of she mentioned she wished a divorce.

As this thought entered his thoughts, Xie Shuo turned inexplicably irritated.

Grandfather Xie didn’t know the intricacies of their relationship. Since there might have been a miscommunication, he sighed and tried to consolation Xie Shuo. “A’ Shuo, Grandpa is aware of that you could be not essentially just like the spouse who your dad and I selected for you–however An An is an effective little one and has been sincerely taking care of you for therefore lengthy. You need to deal with her properly, and don’t go overboard.”

Xie Shuo listened to Grandfather Xie’s worrying and replied, “I perceive; don’t fear.”

The grandfather-grandson pair chatted within the room privately for a very long time.

—-

Due to the pleased event and listening to the excellent news, Grandfather Xie’s spirits improved. After lunch, he was capable of get off the bed and stroll round.

There was an limitless stream of people that came visiting within the afternoon. Xie Yuran additionally hurried over at two o’clock.

Zhang Muqing walked in after him.

Ye An was slightly shocked seeing her at first, however after fascinated with it, it made sense. The Zhang household may very well be thought of long-term pals with the Xie household, so it wasn’t unusual for Zhang Muqing to know Grandfather Xie.

Nevertheless, Grandfather Xie handled her as an acquaintance, and after exchanging well mannered greetings together with her, he entered the examine with Xie Shuo and Xie Yuran, seemingly needing to debate one thing necessary.

Ye An had no selection however to play hostess and entertain Zhang Muqing in the lounge.

Zhang Muqing wore a peach-colored cardigan right now paired with a skirt. Her make-up was mild, giving her a delicate and chic glow.

The tea was aromatic, and the scent wafted by way of the air.

Zhang Muqing didn’t deal with herself as a visitor in any respect as a result of she sat down with out ready for Ye An’s invitation.

She clasped her arms over her knees, leaned again, and mentioned with a slight smile, “So Miss Ye can also be right here…”

……

Ye An: …I’m Grandfather Xie’s granddaughter-in-law. Why would you be right here and never I?

Ye An was surprised by her logic and replied with a clumsy however well mannered smile.

Seeing that Ye An didn’t reply, an odd look flashed by way of Zhang Muqing’s eyes. She picked up the cup and took a sip of tea, her fingertips curling across the deal with.

Ye An checked out her, ready to retaliate at any second.

Nevertheless, Zhang Muqing was additionally silent and sat quietly with out saying a phrase, as if she was ready for a specific second.

The 2 confronted one another in silence, the ambiance rising awkward and tense.

Earlier than lengthy, Xie Yuran left the workplace, stating that he had one thing pressing to take care of. He didn’t keep for a meal and was about to depart after saying hello.

At that time, Zhang Muqing additionally bought as much as go away.

Ye An: ???

Aren’t you my love rival? Why are you chasing after another person?

—

“Yuran!”

Zhang Muqing caught as much as Xie Yuran within the courtyard.

“Muqing jie.”

Xie Yuran stopped. His darkish blazer fluttered open, no tie paired along with his gown shirt. His look carried a youthful magnificence.

Zhang Muqing checked out him and smiled, pursing her lips. “Are you able to give me a experience?”

Xie Yuran smiled again. “I’ll have the driving force take you.”

Zhang Muqing held her hopes excessive till she heard the subsequent sentence. “I’m not going again to town, so I gained’t go along with you.”

After Xie Yuran completed talking, he referred to as the driving force over earlier than driving away alone.

Zhang Muqing’s smile froze, and a glance of disbelief appeared in her eyes.

The night time winter wind grazed her cheeks like a knife, and her expression turned ugly. The driving force escorted her into the automotive, and the tense ambiance was thick sufficient to chop.

When she returned house, she noticed Zhang Junfeng sitting on the lounge couch, as if he was ready for her to return.

“How did it go?” Zhang Junfeng requested when he noticed her enter.

Zhang Muqing’s delicate options confirmed a hint of impatience. “Didn’t work. After I returned to China, Xie Yuran modified. He didn’t take the trace…”

Zhang Junfeng frowned and requested once more, “The place’s Xie Shuo? He’s been doing lots not too long ago, so I’m afraid that he’s changing into suspicious.”

Zhang Muqing smiled sarcastically. “He didn’t even fall for me again when he might see, not to mention now.”

Zhang Junfeng frowned and thought for a second earlier than saying, “If that’s the case, don’t waste your time on them. I’ll discover another person for you quickly.”

Zhang Muqing’s fingertips have been stiff from the chilly, so she shortly replied affirmatively earlier than heading towards her room.

—-

Outdated Xie residence.

Grandfather Xie gave the impression to be in excessive spirits right now and invited Ye An and Xie Shuo to remain the night time. Taking Grandfather Xie’s well being into consideration, the 2 discovered it troublesome to refuse and accepted his invitation.

The 2 took time within the night to talk with Grandfather Xie.

“Have you ever begun making ready for being pregnant but?” Grandfather Xie out of the blue introduced up the subject of start throughout their dialog.

Ye An choked for a second and subconsciously glanced at Xie Shuo. The person’s expression was calm. It wasn’t clear whether or not Xie Shuo didn’t care or didn’t know what to say.

“Grandpa, how come you ask about this each time?” The guidelines of Ye An’s ears have been pink, and he or she tried to vary the subject with an embarrassed expression.

Grandfather Xie smiled, held their arms collectively, and glanced at Xie Shuo once more as if entrusting the matter to him.

“All proper. Grandpa is drained now; you each relaxation early.”

The 2 settled in a bed room on the east aspect of the second ground. There was a picket window dealing with the courtyard on the aspect of the room, ushering within the cool moonlight.

Because it wasn’t house, she was considerably unaccustomed to their environment. The format of the home was utterly totally different.

Ye An initially thought that it might be extra inconvenient for Xie Shuo to take his bathe, however the course of went unexpectedly easily as if he was conversant in the setting round them.

Ye An estimated that it was due to Xie Shuo’s upbringing right here throughout childhood and didn’t suppose a lot of it.

After showering and moving into mattress, it wasn’t even ten.

Ye An wasn’t drained and didn’t flip off the lights proper awayShe stretched her slender fingers and traced the form of his eyebrows, making totally different gestures whereas doing so.

Xie Shuo initially laid on his again, however an additional hand out of the blue appeared in his peripheral, transferring recklessly in entrance of his eyes. 5 slender fingers wiggled and made numerous shadows within the mild.

He didn’t dare to react an excessive amount of and will solely shut his eyes barely, performing as if he didn’t see something.

Nevertheless, Ye An turned bolder and bolder. Her fingertips continued down. She tapped his Adam’s apple after which traveled as much as faucet his chin.

The primary time, Xie Shuo ignored her.

The second time, he caught her fingers. Xie Shuo took her hand and kneaded it habitually.

Ye An wasn’t embarrassed at being caught and easily lay on his shoulder. She appeared up and mentioned softly, “Do you keep in mind what I mentioned the opposite night time?”

Xie Shuo turned his head to face her.

Ye An checked out him intently with shining eyes. “Earlier than your eyes recuperate, let’s attempt to play the roles of husband and spouse properly.”

Xie Shuo’s gaze was deep, and after some time, he replied softly, “En.”

He grasped her hand and didn’t let go.

Listening to his response, Ye An fortunately rolled on prime of him and kissed him on his lips.

She normally liked to kiss him when she was drunk however hardly ever did when sober. Xie Shuo took benefit of the scenario and wrapped his arms round her waist. He shifted his place and pressed her physique underneath him.

Ye An lay on her again, her hair spreading over the pillows. Her doe eyes mirrored his options, together with a tall nostril, skinny lips, and a uncommon light expression.

Ye An started to get nervous. She bit her lip, her breaths changing into heavier.

Xie Shuo checked out her from above, and his eyes narrowed barely, forgetting to hide his actions.

Simply as he was about to kiss her, Ye An stared on the mild reflecting in his deep eyes and out of the blue requested, “Why do your eyes appear a lot brighter than earlier than?”

She paused, and her eyes out of the blue lit up.

“You may see, can’t you?”

Creator’s word: The 2’s late-night conversations