Earlier, Shen Yin watched as Song Tan showed a kind of disgusted expression towards Huo Yanlin, which made him feel an indescribable feeling in his heart.

It wasn’t a feeling of wanting to defend Huo Yanlin, but…

It was a feeling he couldn’t describe in words.

He was just unwilling to let Song Tan’s eyes land on another man, even if it was a feeling of disdain.

Shen Yin felt that his thoughts are a bit too domineering.

If Song Tan were to know about these thoughts, she should be quite frightened, right?

So, Shen Yin didn’t say anything. Right now, all he wanted was to kiss her.

—She is mine.

When he pressed her full and rosy lips, his previously irritable mood seemed to be instantly appeased.

He discovered that she still has her eyes open, not in shock, but rather with a smile.

“Close your eyes.” His low voice, mixed with a messy breath, made her face blush and heart race.

Song Tan obediently closed her eyes.

Shen Yin’s strength lightened.

All his emotions turn into tenderness, afraid of hurting her anywhere.

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Kissing.

Song Tan blushed a bit but felt good.

Shen Yin, perhaps not having kissed before, initially struggled with the intensity, making her lips hurt a bit.

But as it progressed, Shen Yin’s strength became just right.

Truly a genius in learning, able to pick up such things quickly.

She wondered what stimulated him today to be so direct.

Song Tan was a bit puzzled but decided not to dwell on it, focusing on reading seriously.

Outside the study, Shen Yin fell into silence.

Today, he kissed Song Tan, and she didn’t resist.

However, her heartbeat didn’t accelerate.

Normally, the heartbeat quickens in such situations.

But Song Tan didn’t.

It was as if everything was within her control.

Shen Yin bit his lip.

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After Song Tan and Shen Yin leave, Song Jiaojiao and Huo Yanlin had a big fight.

Of course, Song Jiaojiao did most of the arguing while Huo Yanlin remained silent.

Song Jiaojiao’s accumulated grievances in recent days finally burst out, and instead of enduring, she went back to her parents’ home.

When she returned home, Song Zhiwen and his wife were both anxious and concerned. After careful consideration, they decided to call Song Tan.

The current situation was different from the past. Now, Jiaojiao has married and joined the Huo family. If there was any problem, only Song Tan could help her.

So, after much thought, they called Song Tan, playing the emotional card.

Song Tan listened to what they said on the phone, but didn’t respond much.

“I know that you must still hold grudges for past events, but no matter what, the surname ‘Song’ is still attached to your name. Even if your relationship with Shen Yin is good now, without the support of your natal family, you will definitely suffer in the future.”

Natal family.

When she had not yet married, she was not part of their family. How could she gain an additional family after getting married?

She was no longer a child, so how could she be so naive?

Moreover…

According to the original plot, when she was forced to a dead end by Huo Yanlin, her so-called natal family not only did not help her but also added insult to injury and took advantage from Huo Yanlin.

She was not a saint.

In fact, she wished misfortune upon their whole family.

Of course, this was what she thought in her heart. On the surface, she still maintained a facade.

“I think Huo Yanlin’s feelings for that woman are not ordinary. I was afraid that Jiaojiao will suffer losses, so I signed that agreement with that woman.”

“Really?” Song Zhiwen and his wife listened with some skepticism.

Could Song Tan truly be so kind?

“Otherwise?”

Although Song Tan’s words seemed to be in favor of Song Jiaojiao, her attitude was not particularly warm.

Song Zhiwen and his wife were somewhat dissatisfied, but considering that they currently had no leverage against her and even had to rely on her, they swallowed their grievances.

“Alright, we know you’re a good child and a good sister to Jiaojiao. Please take care of her more in the future in the Huo family.”

“Sure.” Song Tan casually responded.

After hanging up the phone, Song Tan continued reading, not putting much thought into the conversation.

At this moment, Shen Yin brought in a plate of fruits.

Unable to hold back, Song Tan spoke up, “Why do I feel like you’re raising me like a pig?”

Shen Yin smiled.

“Supplementing vitamins.” Raising pigs would not be as meticulous as this.

Measuring the portions, looking at the nutritional components, calculating the feeding times…

It could be said that he was more meticulous in taking care of Song Tan than conducting experiments.

After all, experiments could fail, but taking care of Song Tan had to succeed.

“I now feel that my body is no longer a body but rather dietary fiber, vitamins, protein, and carbohydrates.”

“This is called a balanced diet.”

“I know, you must have read a lot of dietary therapy literature, right?”

Shen Yin : ?

“I’ve seen them all.”

Song Tan pointed to the several additional books on Shen Yin’s bookshelf. Shen Yin often took them off the shelf to read.

Those books were about dietary therapy.

Thinking about these days, the recipes he arranged for her and the nutritional knowledge about those foods, Shen Yin did quite a bit of homework.

“Thank you.” Apart from her Grandpa, only Shen Yin has cared for her like this.

Whether this care was a sugar-coated poison or genuine sweetness, she was quite happy about it.

Upon hearing Song Tan’s ‘thank you,’ Shen Yin raised an eyebrow slightly and asked, “Just a thank you?”

Song Tan : Oh?

Unexpectedly, Shen Yin, this person, turned out to be not that reserved.

“Well… what can I do to repay Teacher Shen for researching literature, creating recipes, and monitoring people eat?”

Song Tan had already walked around the table and approached Shen Yin.

Her hand rested on Shen Yin’s shoulder.

If there was a first time, there would be a second time.

Of course, this time it was Song Tan taking the initiative.

She tiptoed, her soft lips just touching Shen Yin’s, and he deepened the kiss.

He must have been waiting for her to take the initiative.

Compared to the first brief kiss, this one was deeper.

Deep enough…

Song Tan’s watch beeped.

The mechanical sound brought back the lost rationality.

Song Tan seemed to hear Shen Yin laughing.

Laughing?

Why?

Amidst some disorderly breaths, there was a hint of unwillingness to admit defeat. After Shen Yin let go, Song Tan kissed him more forcefully.

During the process, their teeth touched.

Shen Yin : “…”

Song Tan looked weak, but when she kissed, she had the aura of a tough man.

“Song Tan.”

Just as he was about to let go, she had already removed the watch from her wrist with one hand.

The annoying electronic sound was gone.

But…

“Song Tan,” Shen Yin called her again, “Be gentler.”

Song Tan : ?

—What?

“Like this.”

Shen Yin didn’t expect that one day he would be giving a lesson on kissing.

Different from his other students, Song Tan had a strong sense of innovation and a stubborn unwillingness to admit defeat.

Until he couldn’t resist and surrendered.

“I think, today’s gratitude can stop here.”

Perhaps because the two of them were used to pretending to be affectionate, after this intimacy, facing each other, there was a feeling of being in love.

Yes, the feeling of being in love.

Song Tan had never experienced being in love.

So, she felt that if she married Shen Yin without even kissing him, she would regret it somewhat in the future.

Fortunately, Shen Yin may have thought the same as her.

Shen Yin naturally didn’t know what was going on in her mind, and they were not on the same page at all.

Song Tan’s thoughts were complicated and hard to fathom.

But, just based on Song Tan taking the initiative to kiss, Shen Yin’s mouth couldn’t help but curl up.

He pulled her into his arms.

He wanted to embrace her, but due to her delicate state, he controlled his strength, allowing Song Tan in his arms to breathe steadily.

Song Tan’s heart, which had just been beating wildly, was gradually calming down. However, she didn’t leave Shen Yin’s embrace; instead, she hugged him.

Shen Yin sensed that she seemed to have something on her mind.

Was it because of Huo Yanlin, or the Song family?

Shen Yin’s eyes lowered, hiding the fierceness in his gaze.

When he gently pushed Song Tan away, his gaze returned to its usual gentleness, just like before.

He took the watch she had removed and put it back on her wrist.

“Next time, don’t act recklessly.”

Song Tan’s body was not something to be taken lightly.

However, when Song Tan heard his words, she raised her eyebrows slightly and said, “How can this be considered reckless? This is a thank-you gift from a student to her teacher.”

It’s a thank-you gift for Shen Yin reading dietary literature every day and creating a personalized diet for her.

But… if that was the case, then he might want something else.

“You call yourself my student, shouldn’t I charge you tuition fees?”

Just a moment ago, Teacher Shen’s kissing class…

A little tuition fee wouldn’t be too much, right?

Song Tan just paused for a moment, then understood which class he was referring to. She unexpectedly glanced at Shen Yin and couldn’t help but say, “It’s a pity that Teacher Shen didn’t major in finance.”

Shen Yin, teased by her, laughed a bit loudly. In his reply, there was also a touch of sincerity, “If I studied finance, some people might not be able to sit still.”

In the Huo family, there was no allowance for a non-Huo genius in financial management.

“Is Teacher Shen interested in finance?”

There was a hidden meaning in her words.

Since Shen Yin brought this up at this time, he might be hinting to her that his relationship with the Huo family was in opposition.

So, she wanted to ask about his future plans.

“Why do you ask like that?” Shen Yin didn’t seem to want to directly answer her question; he counter-questioned.

“In the future, I’m going to open many Song Tan Clinics. I want to ask if Teacher Shen is interested.”

Song Tan looked sincere.

“Is this clinic considered a family business?”

Song Tan blinked, “Forget it, your salary is the capital investment.”

“Since it’s a family business, then of course, I won’t shirk my responsibility.”

Song Tan asked again, “What if it’s just my own business?”

“Then it depends on how much Doctor and Boss Song will give as salary.”

Song Tan saw his gaze fall on her lips.

She suddenly realized that this salary probably didn’t refer to money.

This is quite…

Interesting.

Originally, she thought Shen Yin was forced to marry her by the Huo family and had been acting in front of her all this time. When he succeeded, free from the constraints of the Huo family, he would divorce her.

But he kissed her.

And, he showed no intention of divorcing her. According to what he said, he wanted to continue this relationship.

Both of them had already said half of what they meant.

Whether Shen Yin was pretending or telling the truth, it didn’t matter much.

“I promise to satisfy Teacher Shen.”

The two of them tacitly reached another kind of harmonious state.

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Song Tan, who had received Exam God’s blessings, unexpectedly slept soundly at night.

On the contrary, the Exam God himself suffered from insomnia.

He sat halfway on the bed, just a slight movement, and he could see Song Tan sleeping peacefully beside him.

But he knew that if he took a step closer to her, she would immediately wake up.

She appeared gentle, but in reality, she had wrapped herself in a transparent membrane.

To penetrate this membrane and touch the real her was not easy.

Moreover, today’s Song Tan was unusually proactive.

She confided in him and initiated closeness.

Although these were very positive signals, when it came to Song Tan, it was somewhat…

Suspicious.

After all, this delicate flower by his side not only had a flower-like appearance but also hid deep secrets.

Could it be that she was paying attention to something?

Shen Yin speculated on several possibilities, all of which seemed like something she could do.

Shen Yin couldn’t help but smile.

But when he thought about the Huo family, the smile on his face froze.

The Huo family was now like a wooden structure devoured by insects—looking majestic but actually riddled with holes.

The reason for not directly annihilating them was merely to give them a glimmer of hope, allowing them to mend these wounds.

Until they realized that what they relied on, what they were proud of, suddenly collapsed.

That would be the most difficult moment for them.

However, at that time, Shen Yin might not be able to preserve the gentle facade of Professor Shen.

He wasn’t sure if it was him or the tender exterior he fabricated that made Song Tan’s heart move for him.

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Although Song Tan felt a bit sad, her mindset remained good. She focused on her studies every day and then… absorbed the aura of the Exam God.

Shen Yin’s actions were gentle and courteous, but he stopped at the forehead.

Song Tan didn’t know if he was completely indifferent or if he simply didn’t understand.

But in matters like these, girls shouldn’t be too proactive.

So, she should take it slow.

During the exam preparation period, Song Tan stayed indoors and blocked out some unimportant information, but she was aware of the change in ownership of Huo’s company.

Previously, Old Master Huo strongly supported his grandson Huo Yanlin to manage Huo’s company as the acting president.

However, during his tenure, he made a major mistake, causing irreparable damage to the company. After the board’s decision, he was removed from the position of acting president, and a new person was elected to lead Huo’s company.

This new person in power, however, did not have the surname Huo.

The Huo’s company was no longer led by a Huo…

The situation in city A seems to be changing.

The atmosphere at the Huo family is also gloomy.

Song Tan and Shen Yin, the two who was not surnamed Huo, just… ignored it.

“Shrimp porridge.” Shen Yin pushed a bowl of porridge in front of Song Tan.

Just as Song Tan was about to decline, Shen Yin spoke up, “Protein supplement.”

Song Tan : “…”

Alright.

Song Tan was already halfway full, but she picked up the spoon and started to drink the shrimp porridge.

“Sao Sao has a pretty good appetite.”

Huo Zhaoxu and Huo Yanlin walked in from outside.

The two have been busy with Huo family matters lately and haven’t been back for a few days. Coming back now, they see the two people enjoying their meal.

Thinking that they haven’t even had a bite to eat in these days, there is a sense of unease in their hearts.

Song Tan took a sip of the porridge, slowly swallowed it, and then responded to Huo Zhaoxu’s words, “I am a patient.”

Shouldn’t patients eat more and strictly adhere to meal times?

Sure enough, being surnamed Huo means being quite unreasonable. They are really unreasonably stubborn.

Huo Zhaoxu frowned and was about to say something when Huo Yanlin stopped him.

Huo Yanlin has dealt with Song Tan a few times. This woman looks gentle, but her words are absolutely unforgiving.

Given Huo Zhaoxu’s temper, he won’t get any benefits from her.

Moreover, now is not the time to argue with Song Tan.

Huo Yanlin looked at Shen Yin and said, “Are you satisfied now?”

Shen Yin remained unmoved, “What did I do wrong that requires Young Master Huo to criticize me?”

When Shen Yin said this, his voice sounded no different from usual, but there was a strange taste of sarcasm in it.

Song Tan : Maybe… those close to ink turn black¹?

She touched her nose and silently watched the drama unfold.

“Don’t pretend to be ignorant. If it weren’t for you letting Qiao Shengyuan and others come after me, Huo’s company wouldn’t have fallen into the hands of an outsider.”

Until now, Huo Yanlin still hasn’t figured out why he stepped down from that position.

He speculates that it’s Shen Yin’s conspiracy.

It was Shen Yin who used Qiao Shengyuan to bring him down.

“You’re overestimating me. When I met Uncle Qiao again, it was at your wedding, and we just sat at the same table.”

Upon hearing this, Song Tan clicked her tongue in her mind.

Huo Yanlin, truly foolish.

When he got married, he still had feelings for Su Ran, so he didn’t pay attention to the details of the wedding at all.

If someone wants to take advantage of the situation, wouldn’t it be as easy as turning one’s hand?

Huo Yanlin’s reaction is too slow; he only realized the problem now.

Doesn’t he think it’s already too late?

“If you think I reported you to Uncle Qiao which caused you to step down from the position of the president of Huo’s company, you can just accuse me back if you want.”

Well… Huo Yanlin did intend to accuse Shen Yin, but now the person who could speak for Huo Yanlin is lying in bed and can’t get up.

Huo Yanlin’s face turned completely dark.

Shen Yin ignored Huo Yanlin’s expression and turned to look at Song Tan.

The porridge in Song Tan’s bowl was already emptied.

“Are you full?”

Song Tan nodded.

“Good, then,” he turned around, looking at Huo Yanlin, “if there’s nothing else, we’ll leave.”

“Wait.” Huo Yanlin spoke up, looking at Song Tan. “I want to talk to you.”

“What?”

Huo Yanlin pursed his lips, gritting his teeth. “About Su Ran’s matter.”

Song Tan made a meaningful sound, “Oh.”

“Are you planning to pay the compensation for her breach of contract?”

The emotional bond between the male and female leads is stronger than gold. Ten million, isn’t it nothing?

“Song Tan, do you have to handle things so ruthlessly?”

Huo Yanlin really couldn’t understand why Song Tan was so against him.

Is it because he heard the news that he didn’t want to marry her?

She really overestimates herself.

In that situation, who would be willing to marry her?

“How can you call what I did ruthless?” Song Yan felt innocent. She spoke, “It was your fault that she couldn’t find a job. She had heavy financial pressure, and seeing that she had a hard time in her medical studies, I sponsored her to complete her studies. How is that ruthless?”

Even if the Emperor of Heavens himself came, it would still be a good deed.

“But you set such a high penalty. Did you really have good intentions?”

“Whether I had good intentions or not is not important. If you want to terminate the contract on her behalf, the penalty cannot be reduced by a penny. By the way, does Jiaojiao know about your intention to terminate Su Ran’s contract?”

He is already a married man now, openly standing up for another woman here…

Song Tan didn’t know whether to praise him for his strong emotional commitment to Su Ran or scold him as a foolish person for being so blunt and providing Song Tan with an opportunity.

“I have married her according to your wishes. Don’t push your luck any further.”

“Jiaojiao is after all my cousin. Although our relationship is not very deep, we share the same surname. If you stand up for another woman…”

“Huo Yanlin!” At this moment, Song Jiaojiao’s voice came from behind Huo Yanlin.

Huo Yanlin’s expression changed.

“I really didn’t expect you to be such shameless person. After we got married, you said you were busy and couldn’t spare time for me, I believed you. You said you were under a lot of pressure, I brought the prescription I got from Song Tan to help you, and in your difficulties, my parents brought the core team to help you get through the tough times. And now, you are going behind my back to defend another woman?”

Song Jiaojiao felt like her tears had dried up in these days, and at this moment, she couldn’t cry at all.

She asked him, “Huo Yanlin, do you really have a heart?”

Huo Yanlin remained silent.

In Song Tan’s mind, there was also a lot of sarcasm.

In the original plot, she stood in Song Jiaojiao’s position.

She also asked, “Huo Yanlin, do you have a heart?”

Huo Yanlin said, “In my heart, there is only Su Ran.”

However, facing Song Jiaojiao, he didn’t have the confidence to say that.

Because at this time, he didn’t have the courage to say that.

He felt shameful.

That’s how Song Tan evaluated him in her heart.

If she were Huo Yanlin, at this moment, regardless of whom she loved in her heart, she would first comfort her wife.

For someone like Huo Yanlin, who wants both deep love and loyalty, as well as benefits… what great achievements can he accomplish?

If it weren’t for Old Master valuing him, he would be nothing.

Oh… the Old Master who could support him is no longer able to do so.

Whose fault is that?

It’s his own.

Song Tan hated Huo Yanlin to the bone.

Mainly because, if it weren’t for him, she wouldn’t have been thrown into the apocalyptic world by the system to suffer.

Her dislike for him accumulated from the countless times she killed zombies, experiencing the accumulation of being used and betrayed by scum.

So, it’s only fair that Huo Yanlin’s family is in chaos and he has achieved nothing.

When Song Tan was lost in thought, Shen Yin grabbed her hand to bring her back to reality.

“Let’s go.”

Shen Yin didn’t say much, just directly pulled Song Tan out of the dining room.

Song Tan felt that Shen Yin seemed a bit off today, he usually didn’t walk so quickly.

It was like something urgent happened today.

“Can we slow down a bit?” Song Tan had just said this, and her watch started to beep, indicating that her heart rate was too fast.

Shen Yin slowed down.

“Sorry.” He forgot for a moment.

“What’s wrong with you?” Song Tan felt that he seemed a bit unusual.

Shen Yin looked deeply at her.

Song Tan : ?

Weren’t they just watching the show between Huo Yanlin and Song Jiaojiao?

Why does Shen Yin suddenly seem upset?

“Can I kiss you?”

Song Tan : ??

What did she just hear?

“Can I ask…”

“No.” Before the sentence was finished, it was interrupted.

“I can’t ask, but still want to kiss?”

“Yeah.”

Although Song Tan felt that the state and conversation between the two were a bit strange, she looked at Shen Yin, slightly tilted her head, and said, “Okay, you can kiss.”

I don’t know where he wants to kiss.

If he still wants to kiss her forehead, then…

Before she could finish thinking, Shen Yin’s lips landed on hers.

Song Tan felt the warm breath from the red lips and blinked.

Uh, Shen Yin has finally improved.

He actually kissed her.

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Author’s note:

Shen Yin : Ahem, ahem.

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1. meaning people who are close to a bad influence may be influenced by those negative qualities. Song Tan is saying that Shen Yin is becoming unreasonable after having more interactions with the unreasonable Huo family. ↩︎

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Song Tan was recuperating at home, taking care of her illness while reading books.

Her clinic was about to open, but she hadn’t taken the medical qualification exam yet.

Originally, with her level, passing this exam should not be a problem, but due to health reasons, she has failed the exam twice.

As Song Tan read, she sighed lightly, uncertain whether she could pass this time.

Her luck seems to have been bad all along.

On the day of the college entrance exam, she had a fever and fainted right after leaving the exam room. She missed the admission cutoff for A University’s Medical Department by just one point.

During the qualification exam, she fell ill twice, once fainting in the exam room and once missing the exam altogether.

Even if she was just a supporting character, was it really necessary for her to have such a tragic script?

Song Tan stared at the book, lost in thought.

At this moment, the doorbell at the entrance rang.

Surprisingly, it was Su Ran.

Previously, Su Ran almost disrupted the marriage between Huo Yanlin when she came to Huo’s mansion. After that incident, Old Master Huo ordered that this woman should not appear in Huo’s mansion again.

Unexpectedly, after the old master fell ill, she boldly appeared at Huo’s mansion.

This should have been approved by Huo Yanlin.

“Do you have something to discuss with me?”

Seeing her, Song Tan seems unsurprised, her expression calm, and her voice flat, as if she anticipated why Su Ran would appear here.

Her composure makes Su Ran somewhat uncomfortable.

“I…,” it’s been a while since she contacted Song Tan.

After signing the agreement with Song Tan, they didn’t talk much. Su Ran felt a bit guilty about Song Tan sponsoring her education. Apart from asking for account details on holidays, the only other contact was on the day of Huo Yanlin’s wedding, when she initiated the conversation.

At that time, Song Tan directly sent her a photo of Huo Yanlin and Song Jiaojiao at the wedding.

“I don’t want to pursue a master’s degree.”

Su Ran gathered courage and spoke up.

As she said this, she looked up at Song Tan.

She didn’t know what kind of expression she expected to see on Song Tan’s face, but it certainly wasn’t this… no emotional fluctuations, as if she had anticipated this day.

It’s somewhat embarrassing.

“I know, I was fickle.”

As Su Ran was about to reflect further, Song Tan calmly spoke, “Did you bring the breach of contract penalty?”

Su Ran : “?”

“Su Ran, you’re not a child. You should know that a signed contract has legal effects, right?”

Song Tan spoke, sighing inwardly.

The male and female leads seem to be a bit lax in terms of legal awareness, like two law-blind individuals only focused on love.

“Song Tan, you didn’t sincerely want to sponsor me.”

Song Tan didn’t deny it, “Do I look like such a kind person?”

Su Ran : “…” She looked like it, but also not really.

She always appeared soft and weak, but when she tempted Su Ran to sign that contract, it was like a demon enticing someone into the abyss, and Su Ran jumped in.

Su Ran now deeply regretted trusting Song Tan back then.

“Huo Yanlin asked you for help?”

The plot has changed now, but Song Tan can still guess what kind of drama the two leads are playing.

If she’s not mistaken, it’s probably a plot where they overcome difficulties together.

“Still in love with him?”

Su Ran adjusted her expression, “No.”

“No, but you want to help him, right?”

Song Tan spoke calmly, but Su Ran’s face turned red, “Between him and me, there’s no possibility of being together, but he once helped me. Now I owe him a favor, isn’t that reasonable?”

“It’s reasonable.”

Repaying favors is normal.

Lady Bai married Xu Xian to repay a favor¹.

What’s wrong with Su Ran repaying a favor?

“Song Tan, I know you’re actually a good person. Can you let me go?”

“First of all, I’m not a good person. I’m just a law-abiding citizen. Secondly, I’m not holding you back. Don’t portray me like a bandit. Finally, breaking the contract and paying compensation is just and proper. If you can’t afford it, be ready to be sued.”

Su Ran finally understood.

Song Tan is truly impenetrable.

“I can’t afford it.”

“Ten million is a huge sum for you, but for the person you want to help, it’s just a small amount.”

She didn’t mention the matter of Huo Yanlin hearing about the compensation and never bringing up the contract termination again. She just said, “As I said before, I’m just a law-abiding citizen. Once the compensation is settled, everything else is negotiable.”

Su Ran left in embarrassment, and Song Tan didn’t care whether Su Ran begged Huo Yanlin or not.

She wasn’t interested.

The only thing she found regrettable was that Su Ran had a good hand but didn’t cherish it at all.

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Shen Yin noticed that Song Tan’s appetite seemed a bit off today.

“Have the dumplings been left out for too long?”

Today, Shen Yin brought back dumplings, filled with corn and meat. Shen Yin tried two and found them tasty, but Song Tan didn’t feel like eating anymore after eating one.

“No, the dumplings are quite delicious.”

“Then you must have something on your mind.”

Today, Su Ran came, and she came to see Song Tan.

Shen Yin knew all this.

However, he didn’t know what the two of them talked about that made Song Tan lose her appetite.

“Ah.” Song Tan sighed, saying, “Just thinking about the exams next month makes me a bit anxious.”

Shen Yin : ?

Losing appetite because of exams?

“I see you’ve been studying diligently, not slacking off. You should be fine for the exams.”

“This will be my third attempt.”

Shen Yin fell silent.

“The first time, I fainted in the examination hall. The second time, I didn’t even make it to the exam venue.” Song Tan sighed lightly. “It’s not a lack of ability, but a lack of luck.”

Normally, Song Tan was eloquent and fearless even in front of Old Master Huo. Rarely did she show self-doubt like she does now.

It seems she’s genuinely worried about her exams.

“Let me show you something.”

Shen Yin pulled her into the study.

He took a book from his bookshelf, with a photo tucked into the front page.

It was a photo of Shen Yin receiving an award.

“You’re not trying to show off to me, are you?” Song Tan gave him a strange look.

Shen Yin looked at her helplessly.

“I get it, you want to use this to encourage me, saying that where there’s a will, there’s a way?”

“Not exactly,” he explained, “Every time my classmates have exams, they hold this photo and pray. I don’t know if it works, but according to feedback, it seems to have some effect.”

After saying this, Shen Yin felt a bit awkward.

There was a feeling of boasting about oneself.

“I understand. This is to worship the Exam God.”

In school, whenever exams approached, a mysterious ritual called ‘worshipping the Exam God’ would take place. Being exceptionally outstanding since childhood, Shen Yin was regarded as the ‘God’ by his classmates. When exams were near, they would seek his blessings.

“This photo was taken by the school, and they made quite a few copies.”

Song Tan noticed that Shen Yin, rarely, seemed a bit shy.

She knew that he took out this photo to help her reduce some psychological pressure and give her some comfort.

However, saying it directly to her would undoubtedly be self-praise, even if it was Shen Yin, he didn’t have such thick skin.

“So, are you going to make a copy for me?” Song Tan teased him.

Shen Yin handed the photo directly to her, “No need to copy, just use the original.”

“I think there’s something better than the original.”

Shen Yin : ?

“The Exam God is right in front of me. Why should I go far and wide for a photo?”

Shen Yin : “…” Although it sounded reasonable, it would be strange for Song Tan to worship him like that, right?

Song Tan didn’t care about being strange. She clasped her hands together, closed her eyes, and muttered to Shen Yin, “Exam God, please bless this examinee with a smooth exam.”

“Shouldn’t you bow?”

Bowing seems more sincere.

Song Tan bent her waist, bowed once, twice, and when she was about to bow down again, Shen Yin stopped her.

“If you bow again, it feels like you’re sending me away².”

“How can I absorb the power of the Exam God from you?”

Shen Yin : “…” He just wanted to give Song Tan a little psychological suggestion, but now it turned into a sincere metaphysical discussion?

“How about…”

“How about this?” Song Tan reached out and hugged Shen Yin.

Shen Yin’s body stiffened.

He didn’t expect that Song Tan would hug him as she spoke.

They have never hugged before.

“Suck³—” After a few seconds of burying herself in Shen Yin’s arms, Song Tan earnestly began to suck.

Shen Yin, who was a bit physically tense, suddenly relaxed.

“You…”

“They worship the photo of the Exam God, I absorb the divine energy by hugging the Exam God. The effect must be hundreds of times better.”

Song Tan was serious, and Shen Yin nodded while trying to hold back a smile.

“Definitely.” Although it went a bit off track, if it makes her feel more secure, he’ll play along.

“Then let me suck a bit more.”

Shen Yin’s scent was pleasant, a faint fragrance that was refreshing and somewhat addictive.

Song Tan lay on his chest.

Under the guise of sucking in the divine energy of the Exam God, she took advantage of the situation.

To be honest, she had this idea for a long time.

Having a heavenly-like husband sleeping beside her, without making a move, is quite challenging.

But previously, they only pretended and acted affectionate, yet maintained a certain distance.

And now, Song Tan feels that it won’t be long before Shen Yin tears off this layer of tenderness.

She is sure that she will miss the current Shen Yin.

So, before he tears off his disguise, Song Tan feels that she shouldn’t waste any more time.

Shen Yin doesn’t know what Song Tan is thinking in her heart; he just feels that Song Tan is acting a bit unusual today.

They share the same bed, but Song Tan sleeps straight as a board. Throughout the night, they never got close to each other.

He is a patient person.

The current Song Tan is too frail.

He decides to wait a little longer.

Wait until she’s healthier again, then…

This wait leads to now.

Instead, she starts to act ‘as she pleases’ towards him.

Seeing her enjoying the ‘sucking,’ Shen Yin raises his hand and directly embraces her.

Song Tan feels Shen Yin’s response and lifts her head from his embrace, looking at him with her face up.

Shen Yin remains expressionless, “You can interpret it as the blessing of the Exam God.”

Song Tan is not scared at all; instead, she seriously considers for a moment and says, “Is just hugging not enough?”

Shen Yin : ?

Song Tan refuses to elaborate further; she wants Shen Yin to understand.

Shen Yin, naturally intelligent since childhood, comprehends the meaning in her words.

However, he’s not very skilled in practical matters.

His gaze scans her red lips for a few seconds, finally landing on her smooth forehead.

He places a kiss there.

“[Exam God’s Blessing] +MAX.”

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Author’s note:

Song Tan : Shen Yin can’t do it.

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rokumi’s note : ogML and ogFL really made me speechless….

It’s nice to see Song Tan and Shen Yin getting sweeter though 🤤

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1. reference to ‘The Legend of the White Snake’ ↩︎
2. in China, bowing three times is usually done at funerals (though there are also other times, like when worshipping Buddha or during wedding). ↩︎
3. Song Tan’s spoke out the sound effect ↩︎

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Song Jiaojiao stopped eating the pastries.

She crossed her arms, somewhat annoyed, and said, “What are you so proud of? Shen Yin just bought you two pieces of shabby pastries, so what’s the big deal?”

“I find it precious. My husband sees that I like to eat them and buys them for me. Of course, I treat them like treasures.”

Song Jiaojiao : “…” How did she not realize that Song Tan was like this before?

“After you got married, you’ve become…” Song Jiaojiao racked her brains and came up with a word, “unreasonable.”

The previous Song Tan was like a modern independent woman. Even though she was physically frail, she was determined to make a name for herself.

Back then, Song Jiajiao had mocked Song Tan for having unrealistic dreams, but compared to the Song Tan who was showing off affection in front of her now, she felt the previous Song Tan was cuter.

At least back then, Song Jiaojiao could mock Song Tan for overestimating herself. But now, Song Jiaojiao felt a sourness bubbling up in her stomach.

In the past, she clearly thought that Huo Yanlin was a hundred times stronger than Shen Yin, but today, just because of a pastry, it made Song Jiaojiao feel very uncomfortable.

“In your eyes, am I not always unreasonable?”

“Indeed, now you don’t even care about the old house.”

Her mother had told her that to control Song Tan, she could use the old mansion.

Selling half of the property rights of the old mansion wouldn’t fetch much money, but that was something Song Tan cared about, so she couldn’t sell it.

“Since you don’t care, then I might as well sell the house.”

As Song Jiaojiao said this, Song Jiaojiao kept glancing at Song Tan’s expression, but Song Tan remained focused on her book, making it impossible for Song Jiaojiao to gauge her emotions.

Song Tan turned a page.

“If you have such thoughts, go ahead and implement them yourself.”

Song Tan’s voice remained calm, as if she genuinely didn’t mind if Song Jiaojiao sold the old mansion.

Song Jiaojiao realized she couldn’t control Song Tan at all.

“Song Tan, I’ll give the old house, so you go take a look at the Old Master, okay?”

Song Jiaojiao couldn’t outplay Song Tan and could only speak honestly.

She continued, “If you can take care of the Old Master, both you and Shen Yin would have a bright future.”

Seeing that Song Tan remained unaffected, Song Jiaojiao brought up their Grandpa again : “Grandpa probably doesn’t want to see you indifferent to others’ suffering.”

Song Tan lifted her head and looked at Song Jiaojiao.

Song Tan’s gaze was indifferent, as if she didn’t care about anything, exuding a cold indifference.

“You talk as if I’m some kind of savior, as long as I take action, the dead can come back to life.”

“You can definitely save him.” Song Jiaojiao firmly believed.

Hearing her confident words, Song Tan chuckled lightly, “I never thought that one day you would be so sure of my abilities.””

Song Jiaojiao : “…”

She wasn’t really sure of Song Tan’s abilities.

She just wants to grasp at a straw, a straw that can change her current situation.

And Song Tan is that straw.

Regardless of whether Song Tan can cure Grandpa, as long as Song Tan agrees to give it a try, the final responsibility will fall on Song Tan.

How could Song Tan not know what Song Jiaojiao’s up to?

“You used to be very interested in difficult medical cases, why does it seem like you have no interest at all this time?”

Song Tan only gave the chief physician the prescription their Grandpa had written before, but Song Tan did not personally participate in the treatment process.

This is somewhat different from what Song Jiaojiao had in mind.

She thought Song Tan would perform well and actively participate in the treatment process. If she could completely cure the Old Master’s illness, she would be a great hero.

At that time, not only her but also Shen Yin, the future prospects for the two of them would be limitless.

“No interest.”

Because she had experienced it once in the original plot.

In the original plot, she tried everything, flipping through medical books, even personally trying medicine, extended Old Master’s life by a few more years, and made it possible for Old Master to get out of bed. However, in the end, she became a pawn in the hands of Huo Yanlin.

Having fallen once, she won’t fall a second time.

Moreover…

“With my current condition, don’t you think you’re putting me in a difficult situation?”

Song Tan tucked the blanket around her and said, “Old Master has his own doctor to tend to his illness. It has nothing to do with me. As for the old mansion, you can handle it however you want.”

Song Jiaojiao was completely speechless.

But she didn’t leave either.

She couldn’t explain why, even though she and Song Tan didn’t get along and rarely spoke, at this moment, according to her usual temperament, she should have turned and left.

But now, she strangely didn’t want to leave.

Song Tan also didn’t say anything to drive Song Jiaojiao away; she continued reading.

It wasn’t until Song Jiaojiao couldn’t help but speak that she asked Song Tan, “Song Tan, have you ever felt that after getting married, many things really change?”

Although the two were cousins, they had never had any private conversations.

Song Jiaojiao couldn’t find anyone else to confide in, so she could only turn to Song Tan.

“Before, my Mom didn’t care who I hung out with or how late I stayed out, but now…” Huo Yanlin’s Mom questioned her like an interrogator, making it seem like she had done something shameful.

Song Jiaojiao couldn’t openly criticize Huo Yanlin’s biological mother, and she wanted to find resonance with Song Tan. However, she suddenly thought that Shen Yin’s parents had long passed away…

Song Tan didn’t have a father-in-law who looked intimidating at first glance, and didn’t have a mother-in-law who always had a strange and unfriendly attitude.

Song Jiaojiao already had something on her mind, and now her heart felt even heavier.

“I envy you so much. Shen Yin has no parents, so you don’t have to serve your in-laws.”

Song Tan : “…”

—Sooner or later, Song Jiaojiao would definitely be beaten for her words.

“Do you have anything else to do?”

Song Jiaojiao : “?”

“My husband is coming back from work.”

Song Jiaojiao : “…” So what? Is she a plague or what?

Song Jiaojiao pursed her lips and didn’t really want to leave. “Isn’t he working overtime?”

These days, Huo Yanlin works overtime every day, sometimes even sleeping in the office.

Although she complained in her heart, Huo Yanlin explained to her that there were some problems in the company, and he had to handle them, so she couldn’t complain even if she felt wronged.

“Overtime?” Song Tan smiled, “He’s a researcher, why would he work overtime?”

Shen Yin entered Huo’s company, not to try to seize Huo’s company while Huo Yanlin was under attack as others thought, but joined the research and development team of Project An No.3.

He goes to work on time every day, leaves on time, and seems completely indifferent to the struggles within the Huo family.

The thing he enjoys doing the most after work every day is bringing delicious food to Song Tan.

Today, he brought a bowl of chicken soup.

“Drink it while it’s hot.”

As soon as Shen Yin entered the gate, he directly placed the food in front of Song Tan.

Then he nodded to Song Jiaojiao next to Song Tan, as a greeting.

The reason why Song Jiaojiao stayed here was because she wanted to see if what Song Tan said was true.

Does Shen Yin really treat Song Tan so well?

Now, Song Jiaojiao looked at the chicken soup that Shen Yin took out. The soup was still steaming, indicating that it had been well protected by Shen Yin throughout the journey.

“It’s getting late, you should go back soon.”

Song Tan had already started drinking the chicken soup, but she showed no intention of inviting Song Jiaojiao to join her for dinner.

Of course, Song Jiaojiao didn’t really care about the chicken soup. It’s just that standing here and watching the two of them being so tacit, she felt a bit chilly in her heart.

Since she married Huo Yanlin, they haven’t even sat down together for a meal, let alone buying her chicken soup.

Song Jiaojiao felt a tingling in her nose.

But she still had her pride. With her chin up and holding back tears, she went out.

Song Tan felt no guilt whatsoever.

She doesn’t have much affection for Song Jiaojiao.

Maybe when she was younger, she would think that since they share the same last name, they are family and should love each other.

But as she grew up, she realized that even if they have the same last name, they won’t be a family.

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The chicken soup is quite tasty.

These days, the food Shen Yin brings back tastes really good and suits her palate.

Maybe because she’s eating well, she feels like she’s gaining weight.

“What’s wrong?”

Shen Yin walked over to get the bowl for her to hold the chicken soup, and seeing her lost in thought, he asked aloud.

“It seems like I’ve gained some weight.”

Song Tan touched her waist and indeed felt a bit plump.

Before this, she had drunk a lot of nourishing soups and hadn’t gained any weight.

Song Tan was somewhat surprised.

Now she felt like there was a little more flesh around her waist.

Although not much, it was definitely not as slim as before.

For someone who had been terminally ill, gaining weight was not easy at all.

Song Tan pinched her waist and showed it to Shen Yin.

Through the clothes, Shen Yin couldn’t see anything.

However, when his hand touched her waist, both of them were momentarily stunned.

They shared the same bed every day and held hands, but their married life was particularly pure without much hugging or cuddling.

Just now, Song Tan was surprised by the weight gain on her waist, so she wanted to share it with Shen Yin.

Whether she pulled him or he moved his hand voluntarily, Shen Yin’s hand was now on her waist.

Song Tan’s cheeks blushed.

In the past few days, her complexion was very good, not as pale as before. With a better complexion, her originally pale features became even more radiant, especially her eyes. When her lively eyes looked at people, it seemed like they contained a pool of spring water, making people want to indulge in them and unable to extricate themselves.

Shen Yin’s throat rolled, his eyes darkened a bit. However, because he had his back to the light, Song Tan couldn’t see the depth of his eyes.

After a few seconds of silence, Shen Yin’s hand on her waist moved, pinching twice seriously.

Song Tan’s waist was very slender, and Shen Yin could easily embrace her in his arms with just one hand. However, it was too thin, and he always worried that her waist might break. Now, with his hand touching the flesh around her waist, even through the fabric, he could feel the soft touch, causing a ripple in his heart.

But Shen Yin was good at disguising. Even though his heartbeat had skipped a few beats, his expression remained serious. He could still earnestly say to Song Tan, “Hmm, it seems like you’ve gained a bit. Keep it up.”

After Shen Yin said, ‘Keep it up,’ Song Tan, who was a bit embarrassed, burst into laughter.

Who encourages someone to gain weight and keep it up?

Seeing Shen Yin encouraging her to gain weight in such a serious manner, Song Tan thought… he was indeed a bit cute.

Seeing Song Tan smile, Shen Yin also curved his lips.

Although the romantic atmosphere was gone, seeing that Song Tan didn’t reject this intimate closeness, he felt that it was worthwhile to study about dietary therapy in his spare time during this period.

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Author’s note:

Shen Yin : Hey, gain a little more weight.

Song Tan : …

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Song Tan has been silent all along.

What she didn’t expect was that Shen Yin would choose to be on her side.

“Jiaojiao said Song Tan can do it, so she can.” Huo Yanlin, seeing Shen Yin persistently saying that Song Tan couldn’t do it, became anxious. “Let her try, can’t she?”

“Try? Do you think you are responsible for your words? Are you responsible for Grandfather? If anything happens to Grandfather, I will never let you off.”

Shen Yin continued to look into Huo Yanlin’s eyes, but his arms tightened around Song Tan, protecting her.

After that, Shen Yin took Song Tan inside without paying attention to Huo Yanlin, who was grinding his teeth in anger.

Inside the room, Song Tan continued to look at Shen Yin.

From her perspective, the first thing she noticed was Shen Yin’s jawline.

His jawline was different from the impression he gave. It was clear and defined, like a sharp knife with a cutting edge, especially when angry.

Generally, people with such jawlines give a stern impression, but not Shen Yin.

Even after scolding Huo Yanlin, Shen Yin looked at her with eyes that still seemed gentle. “You don’t need to care about what he says.”

Song Tan obediently nodded.

She didn’t have a medical license, and pleading with her wouldn’t help.

She was not a savior.

She wouldn’t risk her life again to save someone, especially for ungrateful people.

She had been thinking about how to avoid this situation, but Shen Yin single-handedly blocked it.

What he said outside would only make everyone think that Huo Yanlin was acting recklessly, not that she was indifferent to Old Master Huo’s condition.

Song Tan felt a warm flow in her heart, and her whole body warmed up.

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“Song Tan, you used to help Grandpa treat patients, why can’t you do it this time?”

As soon as Song Jiaojiao entered, she went straight to Song Tan.

After she finished speaking, Song Tan coughed twice.

“That was when Grandpa tested me. Without Grandpa around, how can I, someone without a medical license, treat people?”

Song Jiaojiao didn’t care, “Why not? That’s Yanlin’s grandpa. If he doesn’t wake up, Yanlin will feel guilty for a lifetime.”

Song Tan : “…”

Huo Yanlin entered the room, heard what Song Jiaojiao said, and his face turned black. However, he didn’t stop her. Obviously, he called Song Jiaojiao over to let her talk to Song Tan.

“The matter of saving lives is not a joke. I don’t even have a medical license. What can I do? At this time, we still need to rely on doctors.”

Song Jiaojiao wanted to say more, but Song Tan’s cough interrupted her.

The watch on Song Tan’s wrist also began to beep.

“Enough, I really can’t understand the two of you as a couple. Why do you have to entangle with Song Tan? Can’t you see how weak her body has become?”

Shen Yin spoke with anger.

Usually, Shen Yin’s speech is gentle, even when confronting someone, his voice remains calm. But now, you can really hear the anger in his voice.

“Originally, this is your family matter, and I shouldn’t interfere, but the two of you are really out of line. Why are you morally pressuring Song Tan at this time?”

At this moment, Qiao Shengyuan spoke up.

Although they had just shared two meals at the same table today, at this moment, Qiao Shengyuan seemed as if he didn’t know Shen Yin and Song Tan.

With his support, others inside the room also started to chime in.

Although the implication was to tell Huo Yanlin and Song Jiaojiao to not morally pressure Song Tan, there was also blame directed at Huo Yanlin.

Clearly, it was Huo Yanlin who angered the old man, and at this time, he should take responsibility and feel guilty.

Huo Yanlin had never been spoken to like this before, but unfortunately, he couldn’t get angry.

Because whether it was the surface meaning or the underlying meaning of their words, it was indeed true.

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Song Tan looked at those who spoke up for her and then at Shen Yin.

To have so many people speaking up for them, Shen Yin must have put in a lot of effort.

She wondered why she didn’t see this scene in the original plot.

If she thought about it, it must be because she married someone else, so the original plot was completely changed, right?

Both she and him had new possibilities.

“I’ll take you back to rest.”

Although Huo Yanlin and Song Jiaojiao had slinked away to the side, Song Tan’s heart rate remained high, hovering near the danger zone.

“I’m not at ease when Grandfather is still unconscious.”

Words still had to be said in this situation.

“It’s stuffy here, and there are too many people. Don’t be stubborn; let me take you back first.”

Without a second word, Shen Yin escorted Song Tan back.

No one questioned it.

They had all seen Song Tan’s frail condition.

If she was here keeping watch, it would be a problem if she collapsed first.

Shen Yin brought Song Tan back to the courtyard where they were staying and said, “Don’t worry. If there’s any news, I’ll send you a message first.”

Song Tan nodded.

“What Huo Yanlin and Song Jiaojiao said, don’t take it too much to heart. It’s not your responsibility in the first place; it’s the doctor’s responsibility.”

Song Tan chuckled at the words and nodded.

She hadn’t taken it to heart from the beginning.

“You coughed quite severely just now. Try to stay indoors. The wind outside is strong today.”

Song Tan still nodded.

“You…”

Song Tan looked at Shen Yin, and the smile on her face widened.

Seeing this, Shen Yin asked, “What’s wrong?”

“I’m already an adult. The way you spoke just now was like talking to a child.”

Shen Yin chuckled, “Not much different from a child.”

This delicate flower was much more precious than a child.

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Shen Yin didn’t stay long and went back. Song Tan stayed in the room, resting and waiting for news.

Around midnight, the doctor finally managed to save Old Master Huo who was hanging between life and death.

However, even though his life was saved, the old man couldn’t get out of bed, lying there with difficulty speaking.

Huo Yanlin wanted to go in but was stopped by several people from the Huo family.

Old Master was angered by Huo Yanlin, and if Huo Yanlin were to provoke him again and something happened, Huo Yanlin couldn’t bear that responsibility.

Song Tan finished reading the message from Shen Yin and put away her phone.

Very well, Huo Yanlin’s good days were coming to an end.

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With the old man lying in bed, changes were happening in the Huo family and Huo’s company.

Most importantly, Huo Yanlin’s identity was being questioned.

First, the matter of Project An No.1 had already caused dissatisfaction among shareholders. However, at that time, he managed to keep his position with the support of the old man. Now, there were too many rumors about Huo Yanlin, and many companies that had previously cooperated with them refused to renew contracts. Companies planning to sign contracts also declined cooperation with them, dealing a significant blow to Huo’s company.

Moreover, the team led by Qiao Shengyuan was not in favor of cooperating with Huo Yanlin. Originally, they were coming back to join the development of Project An No.3, but now Qiao Shengyuan refused to cooperate with Huo Yanlin, and the pressure from the board fell squarely on Huo Yanlin.

In the past few days, Huo Yanlin was busy with meetings both inside and outside the company.

He was busy, and his newlywed wife could only ‘stay alone in the empty room.’

Song Jiaojiao felt a bit unhappy. She had planned to seize Huo Yanlin’s heart during their marriage, but now she couldn’t even see him.

She couldn’t see Huo Yanlin, but he asked her to take care of the old man at his place every day.

Because the old man was angered by Huo Yanlin, everyone was on guard against him and even against his wife. Every time she went to the old man’s room, she was met with rejection.

This rejection was originally a very unfair thing, but instead of comforting her, Huo Yanlin not only blamed her for poor performance but also accused her of incompetence.

Is her poor performance the reason?

Song Jiaojiao has never suffered such injustice from childhood to adulthood.

She wanted to talk to her parents but was afraid they would worry. After much thought, she decided to talk to Song Tan.

Song Tan’s place is not far from hers, but she hasn’t been feeling well these days, staying at home and not going out. Song Jiaojiao, on the other hand, had to go to the old man’s place. So in the past few days, Song Jiaojiao hasn’t seen Song Tan.

After being snubbed at the old man’s place today, she came to the small courtyard where Song Tan and Shen Yin lived.

Song Tan wasn’t in the house but in the yard. She sat in a wheelchair, a fluffy blanket covering her knees, reading a book.

When Song Jiaojiao entered from the courtyard gate, Song Tan only glanced at Song Jiaojiao before lowering her head to read again.

For some reason, Song Jiaojiao always felt a sense of inferiority in front of Song Tan now.

Clearly, she used to be superior to Song Tan in every way.

With a sense of discontent, she sat on the stone stool opposite Song Tan.

“There are pastries from Yunji on the table. If you want to eat, help yourself.”

Song Tan didn’t lift her head from the book, speaking in a faint voice that shut down any attempt by Song Jiaojiao to pick a fight.

As soon as she sat down, Song Tan offered her pastries. If she made a scene, she wouldn’t be justified and would appear lacking in manners.

Song Jiaojiao had never considered these things before, but now that she’s married, Huo Yanlin is always talking about the rules of the Huo family, making her have to consider them.

She shifted her focus to the pastries on the table.

“Pastries from Yunji? Those are hard to come by.”

Song Jiaojiao likes sweets, and Yunji’s pastries are freshly made and sold in limited quantities daily. They don’t support delivery, making them hard to obtain usually.

These days, Song Jiaojiao has been busy running around, and she’s exhausted. She picked up a pastry and started eating.

“Yeah, they’re quite hard to get. Shen Yin waited in line for over an hour to buy them.”

Song Tan continued to speak casually, “I didn’t let him buy, but he saw me mention it once and secretly bought them for me.”

After saying that, she flicked her hair by the ear, seemingly helpless, “I really can’t do anything about him.”

Song Jiaojiao : “…” The pastry in her mouth suddenly felt a bit choking.

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Song Zhiwen and his wife made a big fuss, and in the end, it was Huo Yanlin who took the initiative to apologize. He made many promises to Song Jiaojiao, making her happy, and the matter finally came to an end.

However, just with that fuss…

The gossip about Huo Yanlin leaving his newlywed wife on the day of the wedding, and causing his newlywed wife crying loudly at the wedding banquet to spread throughout the city.

Originally, over the past few days amidst the turmoil with two women, Huo Yanlin’s good reputation that he had built was ruined. Now, with Huo Yanlin causing this incident when getting married, he was already on the blacklist for many girls.

Huo Yanlin didn’t care, as he only cared about Su Ran.

As for the opinions of others, they were not important.

“Not important? Take a look at this, is it not important?”

Several companies cooperating with the Huo family were withdrawing their investments.

The leaders of these companies were all women.

“They probably saw that I got married and lost the chance, so they gave up.”

Hearing Huo Yanlin’s explanation, Old Master Huo was furious.

“Then explain to me about Qiao Shengyuan and the others.”

Although Qiao Shengyuan and the others were not in the business field, they had a high reputation in the pharmaceutical industry.

This time, when Huo Yanlin got married, he invited them back to help in the Huo family.

As a result, Huo Yanlin directly offended them.

“I haven’t seen them.”

Huo Yanlin didn’t remember these people at all.

Had he seen them?

Why didn’t he remember?

On that day, his mood was very bad, and he didn’t pay attention to Qiao Shengyuan or Zhang Shengyuan.

Huo Yanlin’s words directly made the old man faint.

The Huo family was in chaos again.

Meanwhile, Shen Yin, accompanied by Song Tan, had a meal with Qiao Shengyuan and others.

“When you were a child, I even held you.”

“Very similar, really too similar. You and your mother are like two peas in a pod.”

“Time flies, you’ve grown up so much.”

“Yeah, and you’re married now.”

Listening to the words of these uncles and aunts, Song Tan raised an eyebrow slightly and looked at Shen Yin.

Shen Yin smiled slightly, behaving very politely and obediently in front of these elders.

Acting.

It’s obvious that he’s pretending.

Shen Yin should have known the identity of this group of people early on, but he insisted on having them reveal their identity, saying they were friends of his parents. Then he ‘suddenly’ realized and invited them to have a meal outside.

During this time, they kept talking about the past.

Shen Yin listened silently, occasionally responding.

It was like during the New Year when relatives of parents came home, reminiscing about the past while teasing the children about how they were when they were young.

But when she thought about the fact that Shen Yin’s parents were no longer around, Song Tan’s heart trembled slightly.

Perhaps because they shared the same wound, they could empathize with each other.

Song Tan saw through his acting but didn’t expose it, quietly accompanying Shen Yin like a pet.

These uncles and aunts were quite interesting, and when they learned that her Grandpa was a traditional Chinese medicine doctor, they discussed some pharmaceutical knowledge with her.

Song Tan also had some knowledge of pharmacy.

When discussing with them, it was logical and well-founded, making Qiao Shengyuan and others very happy.

Originally, when they heard that Old Master Huo married Shen Yin and Song Tan to treat himself, they were extremely angry.

Isn’t this clearly using Shen Yin’s marriage to exchange benefits?

But seeing that Song Tan, though weak in appearance, behaved gracefully and was knowledgeable, sitting next to Shen Yin, the two were extremely compatible.

This reluctantly made them feel a bit better.

Song Tan chatted with them for quite a while.

But her health was really not good. After sitting for a while, her wristwatch started to remind her.

“I’ll take you to rest.”

Song Tan stopped him and said, “You chat with Uncle Qiao and the others; I’ll rest by myself.”

Song Tan knew very well that they had something to discuss.

Now that she had avoided them, they could talk openly.

Besides, she was really tired. Resting at this time was the best choice.

After explaining the reason to the others, Song Tan apologized and left.

Not long after she left, led by Qiao Shengyuan, they began discussing the Huo’s Project An No.1…

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Song Tan didn’t use the monitoring function.

After finding a comfortable place to sit, she didn’t think about anything.

She decided to rest first.

Preserving her life was the most important thing.

Comforting herself this way, Song Tan hypnotized herself and fell asleep.

When Shen Yin came to find her, she was already fast asleep.

She had treated herself well, covering herself with a thick blanket while sleeping, so much so that her cheeks were rosy and translucent.

Very adorable.

Like an immature peach that makes people… want to take a bite.

Shen Yin fell silent.

He reached out, and as soon as his hand touched her cheek, she groggily opened her eyes.

It was genuinely a groggy state.

“Have you finished talking?” Because she had just woken up, her voice still carried a hint of confusion.

Quite cute.

“Hmm?” Song Tan wasn’t accustomed to others getting close to her, even when she was asleep. As soon as someone approached, she would instantly wake up.

But perhaps it was Shen Yin’s proximity to her already gave her a sense of familiarity. Now, she wouldn’t wake up abruptly from her dreams, but she would still be immediately alert.

However, she felt that Shen Yin seemed a bit strange.

His hand was still on her cheek, and despite her question, he didn’t respond.

Could it be that there was something on her face?

Song Yan touched her cheek and coincidentally touched Shen Yin’s hand.

Shen Yin snapped out of it.

“Yeah, they’ve already left.”

“And us?”

“Do you… want to go out and have some fun?”

After getting married, they hadn’t really gone out, let alone for leisure.

Song Tan had just rested for a while, and her body didn’t feel uncomfortable.

Now was a good time to go for a walk.

“Sure.”

Song Tan readily agreed.

Considering Song Tan’s delicate health, they didn’t go far but walked to a nearby park.

The park had excellent landscaping, and the air was remarkably fresh.

Song Tan breathed in the fresh air, smelled the fragrance of flowers in the air, and her eyes were filled with joy.

Shen Yin had been observing Song Tan’s state all along.

Song Tan, as a person, seemed like a treasure.

One that needed to be explored.

“Do you really like it here?”

Although Song Tan often smiled, it was rare to see her smiling so genuinely and sincerely.

“I quite like it. The scenery here is beautiful.”

Shen Yin looked around at the park, which wasn’t large in scale and didn’t have particularly stunning landscaping.

Was this enough to satisfy her?

“From now on, we can take a stroll together.”

Upon hearing these words, Song Tan was momentarily stunned.

When it came to talking about the future, could it be what she was thinking?

“Sure.”

Although Song Tan was not someone who liked to discuss the future, but…

Agreeing now wouldn’t hurt.

The smile on Song Tan’s face when she responded was particularly bright, making Shen Yin feel a bit dazzled.

Shen Yin responded with a simple “Hmm.”

In the future, he would take her out for a walk more often.

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They didn’t stay outside for long.

Because they received news that Old Master Huo had fainted due to Huo Yanlin’s provocation.

Old Master Huo’s health was not good to begin with, and fainting like this could mean he might never wake up again.

Shen Yin and Song Tan exchanged a glance, said nothing more, and went straight back.

Today was originally Huo Yanlin’s wedding day, and many guests had come. Now, with the news of Old Master Huo fainting, many guests remained at the Huo residence, waiting to see when Old Master Huo would wake up.

“This is too much. How old is he? Doesn’t he know that Old Master’s health is not good?”

“I knew from the things he did today that he couldn’t handle the big responsibilities.”

“Exactly. If he takes charge of the Huo family and Huo’s company, it’s only a matter of time before they fall apart.”

In the crowd, people were whispering and discussing. Though their voices were relatively low, Song Tan, with her sharp hearing, caught every word.

It seemed that Huo Yanlin had done too many outrageous things recently, ruining his previously good reputation.

Before, when he caused trouble, it was just hearsay, and it was related to some gossip. People overlooked it. But today was different—they witnessed Huo Yanlin’s unruly behavior at the wedding.

True love or not, that wasn’t their concern.

Seeing him abandon the bride and cause her to cry in front of her parents…

That was one thing, but to infuriate Old Master to the point of fainting—people were now questioning his ability to lead the Huo family and clan.

The crowd didn’t say it out loud, but thoughts like these were forming in their minds.

Huo Yanlin was unaware of these discussions.

He kept a stern expression, waiting for Song Tan to return.

As Song Tan approached the door, Huo Yanlin moved to grab her arm. However, Shen Yin stepped in front, shielding Song Tan behind him.

“What do you want to do?” Shen Yin frowned as Huo Yanlin approached, not looking pleased.

Huo Yanlin was an extremely emotional person.

When his emotions surged, he felt like everyone should revolve around him.

In the past, he used to disdain getting angry with those around him.

The people around him were willing to indulge him, but he wasn’t willing.

Now, even less so.

“It’s about Grandpa’s life, and you can’t afford it if it’s lost.” Huo Yanlin’s eyes were red, as if he were exhausted from worrying about his Grandpa’s illness.

However, Shen Yin coldly sneered.

“What does Grandpa’s life have to do with Song Tan? Wasn’t it because of you that Grandpa fainted? “

Huo Yanlin pursed his lips at Shen Yin’s words. “It’s my fault, but now, I need Song Tan’s help.”

“What can Song Tan do?” Shen Yin glanced at Song Tan, still firmly shielding her behind him. “She’s not a doctor, and her own health is not good. If you need help, you should ask a doctor, not trouble her.”

Song Tan, protected by Shen Yin, remained silent.

Actually… what Huo Yanlin said was right.

According to the original plot, during Old Master Huo’s second fainting episode, she had helped save him.

She had followed her Grandpa since childhood, watching him treat illnesses and save lives. Although she hadn’t formally studied, she had more experience than many graduates from traditional Chinese medicine schools.

In the original plot, she had saved Old Master Huo once before.

But the outcome was that, despite her efforts to save him, Huo Yanlin used it as leverage against her.

She didn’t have a medical license and shouldn’t perform treatment.

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Author’s note:

Song Tan : (Shrugs) I’m just a patient now.

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rokumi’s note : starting next week, this novel will be updated every Friday and Saturday.

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Huo Yanlin had a displeased look on his face, and it was evident that he was reluctant.

However, the vows were spoken, and the rings were exchanged.

A message appeared on Song Tan’s phone.

It was sent by Su Ran.

Upon seeing her message, Song Tan smirked and ‘kindly’ sent her a photo of Huo Yanlin and Song Jiaojiao exchanging rings just moments ago.

There was no response from Su Ran.

Song Tan clicked her tongue in disapproval.

If she were Su Ran, she wouldn’t have sent a message at this moment.

Was Su Ran expecting Huo Yanlin to abandon the bride and run away with her? Even if they did elope, Huo Yanlin and Song Jiaojiao were legally married; whether they had a wedding ceremony or not didn’t matter.

Sending a message at this time was quite amusing on Su Ran’s part.

Of course, Song Tan was a good person. Since Su Ran spoke up, she would play the role of a good person and let Su Ran see it.

As for what Su Ran would think and whether the love story of the main leads could continue, Song Tan had no control over that. For now, her fate was completely separated from these two. What would happen next depended on themselves.

Of course, she also had to consider the man beside her.

Shen Yin felt that the tea in the glass had cooled down and handed it to her.

His fingers were long and well-defined, with three fingers pinching the glass, making it appear small.

Song Tan took the glass and took a sip.

The fragrance of the tea filled the air, and the temperature was just right.

Just like Shen Yin himself, he seemed to be the most suitable choice for her at the moment.

However, whether it would still be the case in the future was uncertain.

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The wedding ended, and the guests started to enjoy the banquet. Soon, it was time for the bride and groom to toast.

Song Tan and Shen Yin sat at the table, but both received a message on their phones : [Huo Yanlin almost ran away.]

However, he was caught and brought back.

This was getting a bit… dramatic.

Huo Yanlin was a troublesome person. He chose to get married, but he looked like he was forced into it. Song Tan couldn’t help but look down on such a person.

However, she also received a piece of information : [Huo Yanlin almost ran away after receiving a message.] It seemed that someone, most likely Su Ran, had sent him a message, and that’s why he couldn’t resist the urge to run.

However, Old Master Huo knows Huo Yanlin too well. Old Master Huo had been waiting for this moment, and when Huo Yanlin tried to escape, people were already sent to catch him.

Song Tan pondered the scene for a moment.

Well… it’s still somewhat amusing.

Although the original work is not a silly story, these two are not much different from silliness.

On the other hand, Shen Yin by Song Tan’s side thought to himself: Useless.

The information was leaked by his orders.

Unexpectedly, Huo Yanlin was so useless that he couldn’t even manage to go see his beloved.

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In the end, Huo Yanlin appeared with Song Jiaojiao. However, behind Huo Yanlin, there were two sturdy bodyguards, ostensibly protecting the two of them but actually keeping an eye on them.

Surprisingly, the smile on Song Jiaojiao’s face disappeared.

A couple of newlyweds, but looking like two hostages.

When they reached the table of Song Tan and Shen Yin, Song Jiaojiao’s gaze fell on Song Tan.

The last time Song Jiaojiao saw Song Tan, she was very sick, and Shen Yin came specifically to ask her how to take care of her.

In her memory, Song Tan’s complexion had always been poor, and after each illness, she would spend a long time unable to get out of bed.

But now, not only could she get out of bed, her complexion had also improved significantly.

Moreover, she seemed to be getting more and more beautiful.

A difficult-to-express emotion rose in Song Jiaojiao’s heart, like jealousy and envy.

“Happy wedding, wish you a hundred years of happiness,” Song Tan raised her glass and spoke gently.

Song Jiaojiao pursed her lips, about to lift her wine glass, when Huo Yanlin lifted his cup and drank it all in one go.

Others at the table : ?

How rude.

Huo Yanlin didn’t want to hear the phrase ‘wish you a hundred years of happiness.’

His gaze fell on Song Tan, feeling that every word she said had a deeper meaning.

Song Tan : “…”

—So what if there is?

Song Tan smiled slightly.

“Happy wedding, wish you a hundred years of happiness, and a long-lasting relationship.”

Although Huo Yanlin hadn’t toasted his cup yet, he had already drunk the wine.

However, Shen Yin still offered his blessings.

His words of blessing were the same as Song Tan’s, with an added ‘long-lasting relationship.’

Huo Yanlin : … How annoying.

Huo Yanlin gritted his teeth. “Thank you very much.”

After saying that, regardless of the other guests and the bride beside him, he directly left, sleeves swinging.

Others at the table exchanged glances, shook their heads.

They originally didn’t have a good impression of Huo Yanlin, and now, it’s even worse.

Huo Yanlin left in a hurry without calling Song Jiaojiao. Today, Song Jiaojiao wore thin high heels and a tight-fitting toasting dress, making it inconvenient to walk.

Just now, he ignored her and walked on his own. Now that he’s walking so fast, she can’t keep up at all.

The grievances of the whole day erupted at this moment.

“Cousin.” Song Jiaojiao’s voice was choked.

She started crying to Song Tan.

Song Tan: “…” Why is she crying to me?

It seems as if Song Tan did something wrong.

Fortunately, Song Jiaojiao’s parents sensed that something was wrong and came over from the main table to support her.

“Song Tan, what’s going on?”

Song Zhiwen and the others only saw Song Jiaojiao crying, but they didn’t know why she was crying.

Song Zhiwen subconsciously felt that it must be because of Song Tan that Song Jiaojiao was crying on such an important day.

So, he directly questioned Song Tan.

But now, it’s not like before.

Without Song Tan speaking, Shen Yin spoke first: “What happened, you should ask your daughter, not interrogate Song Tan here.”

Song Zhiwen was used to it.

“I am her uncle, what’s wrong with asking her a few questions?”

Song Zhiwen stood his ground.

But Shen Yin was even more resolute : “I am her husband. If someone bullies her, I will stand in front of her without hesitation.”

Shen Yin faced Song Zhiwen, and Song Zhiwen inexplicably felt a bit breathless, taking a step back.

At this moment, Song Jiaojiao, who was originally crying softly, suddenly burst into loud sobs.

She saw Shen Yin standing unhesitatingly in front of Song Tan, protecting Song Tan from any grievance in front of everyone.

And she, on the day of her wedding, had her face slapped by her husband in front of many guests.

From childhood to adulthood, she always had to have better things than Song Tan.

Whatever Song Tan had, she must have, and whatever she had, Song Yan couldn’t have.

But now, looking at Shen Yin beside Song Tan and thinking about the grievances she suffered today, she couldn’t bear it anymore and burst into loud sobs.

As a bride, she was already the center of attention.

Now, with Huo Yanlin running away, the bride crying loudly in front of her parents attracted the attention of all the guests.

Not long after, Huo Yanlin appeared with the two fierce bodyguards behind him, wearing a dark expression.

Now, even if he doesn’t admit it, he and Song Jiaojiao are a unit. Song Jiaojiao represents him.

She cried like this in front of so many people, and it’s also a disgrace for him.

Huo Yanlin had no choice but to come back.

Seeing Huo Yanlin’s attitude, Song Zhiwen and his wife were also somewhat annoyed.

Although their Song family is not as wealthy as the Huo family, this time, it was the Huo family that requested them to marry their daughter to him.

And now?

On the wedding day, he’s already showing disrespect…

What about after the marriage? Who knows how he will treat their daughter?

Previously, when they asked Song Jiaojiao, she always said that Huo Yanlin treated her well. Now, looking at this situation… she probably lied to them.

Now, the couple regrets letting Song Jiaojiao marry Huo Yanlin.

“If you don’t want to marry our Jiaojiao, you can say it directly. We are not the kind of people who would let others trample on our daughter.”

Song Zhiwen and his wife, who usually yield to others, show an unusual toughness today, all for the sake of Song Jiaojiao.

Under the ‘pressure’ of the parents-in-law, Huo Yanlin had to compromise.

Song Tan and Shen Yin have been silent on the side.

Song Tan’s expression has always been calm, but when she sees Song Zhiwen and An Yue ignoring their usual interests to stand up for Song Jiaojiao, she does feel a bit envious.

She knows that if she were the protagonist today, Song Zhiwen and An Yue wouldn’t stand up for her.

They might even stand on Huo Yanlin’s side because he represents interests.

Behind her, there is no one.

Perhaps Song Tan was too engrossed in her thoughts, she didn’t even notice that Shen Yin had been watching her for a long time.

It wasn’t until he reached out and held her slightly cold hand that she snapped out of her thoughts.

She looked at Shen Yin.

Shen Yin asked, “What’s wrong?”

Is he starting to feel sorry for her?

Being soft-hearted towards those who bully oneself is being cruel to oneself.

“A bit envious,” Song Tan didn’t know what Shen Yin was thinking, but when he asked at this moment, she sincerely spoke.

“Only when there’s someone behind you, can you act without any worries.”

Like her, with no one behind her, she doesn’t have the privilege to be willful.

Every step she takes is carefully planned by herself.

After making a move, there is no room for regret.

The existence of the system gave her the possibility to choose another path.

She chose Shen Yin.

Her hand gently squeezed his large hand.

Shen Yin listened to her words and felt her squeezing his hand.

He understood what she meant.

But he looked into Song Tan’s eyes and really wanted to ask her, “Are you sure?”

With Song Tan’s intelligence, and the ‘flaws’ he gradually revealed to her in the past few days, she should be able to see that some of his low-key behavior was just a disguise.

If she wanted to live quietly and peacefully, away from the Huo family, then he might not be able to satisfy her.

But still, would she choose him?

Shen Yin looked at Song Tan, and he squeezed her hand back.

“Now you have me.”

Whether it was naivety or having other thoughts, it didn’t matter.

In any case, she was already his.

Once it’s in his hands, he would never let her go.

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Author’s note:

Shen Yin : Mine.

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rokumi’s note : Sorry, I suddenly got so busy irl and couldn’t spare enough time to translate last week (and I didn’t have stocked chapters). To make it up, I’ll post double updates this week.

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Huo Yanlin was unhappy, but he hadn’t forgotten the important matter at hand.

“Shen Yin, come with me.”

After saying this, he had originally intended to leave, but when he glanced back, he found that Shen Yin didn’t follow him directly. Instead, Shen Yin turned around and helped Song Tan sit down.

“Shen Yin!”

“Don’t be noisy.”

Huo Yanlin : ???

The guests around, watching the drama : ???

Did Shen Yin just scold Huo Yanlin?

Even Song Tan raised her eyes unexpectedly to look at him.

“There’s an emergency call function on the watch. Check it out. If there’s anything, just call me directly.”

Song Tan nodded.

Although her health wasn’t great, it wasn’t that serious.

But when she saw Huo Yanlin’s face, as dark as the bottom of a pot, she curved her lips.

“You go.”

Shen Yin nodded and straightened up, turning around to look at Huo Yanlin.

“Let’s go.”

Only now did Huo Yanlin react. He had actually been scolded by Shen Yin.

Although Shen Yin’s voice wasn’t loud, when he said “Don’t be noisy,” he truly didn’t regard Huo Yanlin. Huo Yanlin was stunned for a moment and didn’t react directly, letting Shen Yin have advantage.

Now that Huo Yanlin had realized, he couldn’t hold onto it. Otherwise, how would others see him?

Huo Yanlin clenched his teeth, following behind Shen Yin as they left.

After the two of them left, Song Tan heard the guests around whispering.

“Do you think that man just now was Shen Yin?”

“Yes, he’s Huo Yaqing’s son.”

Mentioning Huo Yaqing, the guests seemed familiar with the name.

“No wonder, Yaqing’s son.”

Huo Yaqing was an extremely outstanding person, so naturally, her son wouldn’t be too bad either.

Although in recent years, they hadn’t heard much about this person called Shen Yin doing anything remarkable, just looking at Shen Yin’s back, they felt that he was a person who did great things.

Listening to their words, Song Tan raised her eyebrows slightly.

The guests who came today seemed different from those at her and Shen Yin’s wedding.

When she married Shen Yin, the guests were mainly Huo family’s business partners, and the wedding was just an event alongside the banquet organized by the Huo family. Therefore, there were very few relatives from the Huo family.

But now, it was Huo Yanlin’s wedding, the situation was naturally different. Most of the guests were relatives with a blood connection to the Huo family.

Listening to them talk… It seems it’s been many years since they last saw Shen Yin.

However, when they talk about Shen Yin’s mother, Huo Yaqing, they can’t stop praising her.

Their voices are not loud, but because Song Tan’s hearing is good, she can catch snippets of their conversation.

After a short while, they discuss among themselves and send a representative to approach Song Tan.

“Hello, are you Shen Yin’s…”

Song Tan smiles slightly at the person and says, “I’m his wife. We just got married on the 1^st of last month.”

After hearing this, the person is very surprised.

“Married last month?” They weren’t informed about this.

They are distant relatives of the Huo family. After retiring, they chose to travel globally, living in one country for a while and then in another.

This time, they returned because Old Master Huo informed them that Huo Yanlin was getting married.

They were quite familiar with Shen Yin when he was young, as their relationship with his mother was good. However, after the death of Huo Yaqing, they haven’t seen much of Shen Yin.

Unexpectedly, when they meet him again, he is already married.

This makes them ponder a bit.

Shen Yin is, after all, the son of Huo Yaqing. Even if she is no longer here, shouldn’t they be informed of her son’s marriage?

They think about this, but on the surface, they chat with Song Tan as if nothing is amiss.

Song Tan is Shen Yin’s wife.

Although she looks like her health may not be great, she is exceptionally beautiful.

She speaks in a gentle manner.

Seems to get along well with Shen Yin.

Song Tan feels that Shen Yin is different today, as if he has more presence than before.

Moreover, he probably deliberately brought her to this table.

Although she doesn’t know what he wants to do, Song Tan is a good girl. She answers truthfully to whatever these people ask, without telling any lies.

Then she sees these people exchanging glances.

From the looks of it, Shen Yin’s thoughts should be similar to what she guessed.

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At this moment, Shen Yin has already left Old Master Huo’s side.

Seeing him coming out, Huo Yanlin quickly walks ahead of him, as if Huo Yanlin was the leader.

Shen Yin just glances at Huo Yanlin, ignoring Huo Yanlin’s childish behavior. However, Huo Yanlin can’t bear it and stops Shen Yin who is still walking, “What did the old man say to you?”

The expression in Shen Yin’s eyes was faint.

“You are today’s groom. Why are you not with your bride or guests? What are you doing here with me?”

Of course, Huo Yanlin was avoiding.

He didn’t want to stand by Song Jiaojiao’s side for a moment, let alone hear her calling him ‘Husband.’

Moreover, he always felt that Shen Yin and Song Tan might do something tricky, and also, today the old man wanted to see Shen Yin alone, making him somewhat uneasy.

“My affairs don’t concern you. You just need to tell me what the old man told you to do.”

“Oh, I don’t want to.”

Huo Yanlin : ???

When Shen Yin said he didn’t want to, he really meant it. He straightforwardly said, “I’m going to find Song Tan. You’re getting married today; it’s better not to make it look too ugly.”

After saying so much to Huo Yanlin, this last sentence was actually Shen Yin being considerate.

However, whether Huo Yanlin would listen was another matter.

Shen Yin didn’t care and just went straight to find Song Tan.

In the meantime, he passed by a group of people.

Shen Yin didn’t recognize them, went straight back to the front hall, and sat next to Song Tan.

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“You’re back.” It was a redundant statement, but Shen Yin nodded at her.

He took another look at the table where Song Tan was sitting, and all the guests were gone, leaving only Song Tan.

“?”

Shen Yin didn’t say anything, but Song Tan understood his meaning.

He was asking where the other guests at the table had gone.

Song Tan thought to herself : Pretend, or pretend all the way.

“They seem to have something to do and left together.”

Shen Yin nodded without further questioning and turned his attention to whether she felt unwell today.

Song Tan earnestly played along.

To others, this scene truly seemed like a beautiful picture of a loving couple.

In contrast, Song Jiaojiao was preparing in the backstage.

Song Jiaojiao was supposed to be the protagonist today, but the wedding was about to start, and Huo Yanlin hadn’t appeared yet.

The makeup artists and stylists, although not saying anything, judging by their expressions, she knew what they were thinking.

Song Jiaojiao was infuriated.

She didn’t know if she should be angry at these ungrateful people or at Huo Yanlin.

In the past, if she was angry, her face would be long.

But today, the entire backstage was arranged by the Huo family, and she didn’t know anyone, so she didn’t dare to show her displeasure.

This was the first time she realized that after this marriage, things would be different from before.

She couldn’t help but think of Song Tan.

When Song Tan got married, did Song Tan feel the same way as she did?

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As the wedding was about to start, Huo Yanlin returned.

When Song Jiaojiao heard that he had come back, she breathed a sigh of relief.

She had actually been worried that he might run away before the wedding.

But then she thought… even if they didn’t go through with the wedding, they had already registered, so Song Jiaojiao’s suspended heart relaxed a bit.

It must be said that, in this matter, Song Tan gave her a good idea.

Later, she was going to link arms with Huo Yanlin and raise a toast to that cousin of hers.

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Song Jiaojiao felt that she might be too nervous, as her mind was filled with various thoughts.

She stood in the waiting area, took a deep breath, and then put on a smile.

So many people were looking at her today; she couldn’t afford to mess up.

When the host announced the entrance of the bride, she followed the etiquette teacher’s instructions, kicked the hem of her wedding dress, stepped to the rhythm of the music, and slowly moved forward.

She saw Huo Yanlin.

Song Jiaojiao’s lips immediately curved upwards.

However, in contrast to Song Jiaojiao’s happiness, Huo Yanlin’s expression was quite gloomy.

Watching them from below the stage, Song Tan raised his teacup, took a sip, and found it a bit hot.

Shen Yin happened to look over and saw her drinking tea. Disapprovingly, he took the tea cup from her hand and gently shook the glass to cool it down.

Song Tan : “…”

The two didn’t say a word, but those at the same table, whom Shen Yin should call Aunts and Uncles, had eyes full of admiration : Ah, so sweet!

Sweeter than the couple on stage!

They had just consulted with Old Master Huo, and he denied treating Huo Yanlin and Shen Yin differently.

Naturally, they knew that the old man from the Huo family was very diplomatic, and his words couldn’t be fully trusted.

Then they tried to find out about Shen Yin’s situation in the Huo family over the years.

To their surprise, they discovered that Shen Yin hadn’t suffered any abuse in the Huo family. However, being a talented person, he was treated as a background figure.

Isn’t supporting Shen Yin better than supporting the one on stage?

Of course, these were just their somewhat subjective thoughts.

They wouldn’t question Old Master Huo with this, but they couldn’t help but make comparisons.

Today was Huo Yanlin’s wedding day, and he stood on that stage with a gloomy face… even if he didn’t marry the person he wanted today, by showing such an expression in front of so many people, where did he place the girl?

Also, didn’t the Huo family care a lot about face? Now, with his current appearance, the Huo family’s face and substance were both lost.

On the other hand, Shen Yin, who was observing from below the stage, along with Song Tan sitting next to him.

The two of them didn’t do much, just sat up straight to observe the ceremony. Out of courtesy for the event, they remained silent, only exchanging glances with each other, very appropriately.

However, Song Tan accidentally got scalded by the tea.

On the side, Shen Yin considerately took Song Tan’s hot tea cup and gave her a glass of cold tea.

Meticulous in etiquette, thoughtful, and understanding of propriety.

Isn’t this much better than the person on the stage in every way??

Song Tan didn’t know what those guests behind her were thinking. Of course, she did notice that they occasionally glanced at her and Shen Yin.

The gaze wasn’t malicious; instead, it carried a hint of affection.

Song Tan shifted her gaze for a moment, landing on Shen Yin sitting in front of her on the side.

He should be… preparing for the next big move in the game?

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Author’s note :

Song Tan & Shen Yin: A couple who pretends to understand everything.

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Song Tan did not notice anything unusual about Shen Yin’s actions.

His emotions were very stable, giving the impression that no matter what she said, he would not be surprised.

Of course, what Song Tan wrote in the message wasn’t meant to test him like before.

She just spoke from the heart, she wanted to let him do what he wanted to do.

It could be considered her conscience awakening.

“Do you want me to leave?”

Shen Yin came over with the medicine.

Song Tan blinked and shook her head.

A hired caregiver was certainly not as meticulous as Shen Yin’s care.

Caregivers wouldn’t hug her when she was cold.

Song Tan’s gaze fell on Shen Yin’s chest, and fragments of memories in her mind reminded her that when her body was cold, she shamelessly buried her face in his chest.

Ah… she really was shameless.

“Do you not want to take the medicine?”

In just a moment, Shen Yin had already taken out all of her medicine.

There were traditional Chinese medicines and Western medicines.

Song Tan didn’t even want to look at them, let alone want to take them.

Song Tan : “…” Although it wasn’t what she meant, it’s true that she didn’t want to drink this medicine.

It was too bitter.

And, because her throat was affected this time, inflammation medicine was added.

It was the concoction in Shen Yin’s hand.

The concoction wasn’t bitter, but the sickeningly sweet taste was even harder to swallow than bitter medicines.

“Drink this first.”

Song Tan’s eyes were full of resistance.

After taking other medicines before, when she drank this one, perhaps because she was already sick and weak, she vomited everything up.

At that time, her head was heavy, and she didn’t care about embarrassment.

But now, although her head still ached a bit, she was much more awake.

If she vomited again at this time, she would lose face.

“Don’t worry. Drink this first, then drink the others. You won’t vomit the medicine you’ve already taken.”

Shen Yin, seeing her worried look, reassured her.

“Do you want to eat candy?”

It seems like Shen Yin is like coaxing a child. Every time he gives her medicine, he also gives her a kind of candy.

Song Tan certainly knows that taking medicine is unavoidable, but every time she really wants to see him bringing candy to coax her into taking the medicine.

That appearance… somewhat resembles a father.

Of course, this is something Shen Yin can’t know.

She takes the cup from his hand, frowning, and drinks all the concoction in one go.

As it goes down her throat, she feels like vomiting.

But when she feels like vomiting, Shen Yin comes over, helping her down her back until that feeling is gradually suppressed.

Then, Shen Yin puts a piece of candy into her mouth.

The sweetness of the candy bursts in her mouth, overpowering the strange taste of the concoction.

Song Tan’s frowning face relaxes, and a smile appears on her face.

Even Shen Yin can’t help but smile.

“Like a child, needing candy to take medicine.”

Song Tan doesn’t say anything, but she laughs happily.

When she was very young, she had to have candy to take medicine.

As she grew older, to avoid worrying her Grandpa, she would take the medicine without him having to tell her.

Medicine is bitter.

But the candy put in her mouth can cover a lot of bitterness.

[ Anything more? ]

She still has a pile of medicine to take, and without candy, she doesn’t feel like taking it.

Seeing the message, Shen Yin helplessly nods and adds another candy to her palm.

The candy’s packaging is colorful, giving off a lively vibe.

Song Tan takes the medicine with a resigned look, pouring all of it into her mouth one by one.

Traditional Chinese medicine is the most bitter.

But perhaps because Song Tan has taken a lot of it, she doesn’t change her expression when drinking the most bitter medicine.

However, it can only be a momentary lack of expression.

After finishing all the medicine, her face wrinkles again, and she opens her palm towards Shen Yin.

She wants candy.

Shen Yin hands the candy in his palm to her.

Seeing her unwrap the candy, put it in her mouth, and look satisfied, a smile appears on his lips.

A bit… cute.

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Shen Yin didn’t immediately go to work at Huo’s company as Song Tan suggested. Instead, he focused on finding someone to take care of her.

According to Song Tan’s condition, she can’t be left alone.

Therefore, he must find someone who can stay by her side and take care of her.

With Su Ran’s incident, this time when he looks for someone, he will specifically investigate the other party’s family background and social relationships.

To ensure the other party is innocent, meticulous, and has a good heart…

Although the conditions seem simple, finding the right person is by no means a simple matter.

Therefore, before the caregiver is in place, Shen Yin does not plan to go to Huo’s company.

Of course, there are other reasons as well.

He fought Huo Yanlin before.

Huo Yanlin now holds the power of the Huo family, so if Shen Yin wants to enter Huo’s company, he still has to consider Huo Yanlin.

However, Huo Yanlin seems to be giving him a warning.

Huo Yanlin is waiting for him to make a move.

Let’s see who can endure it better.

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Huo Yanlin is indeed waiting for Shen Yin to come to him.

Shen Yin, for the sake of Song Tan, really used all his strength when he attacked Huo Yanlin; Huo Yanlin’s ribs still ache now.

On the other hand, when Huo Yanlin slapped Shen Yin, he didn’t use much force, just causing a slight cut.

Thinking of this, Huo Yanlin’s brows furrow.

The reason why Song Tan fainted was clearly her illness, unrelated to him.

But he hasn’t seen Shen Yin come over to apologize.

But he doesn’t care about apologies.

Through Song Tan’s illness, he saw Song Tan’s position in Shen Yin’s heart.

Shen Yin is truly a devoted lover.

Originally, he and the old man thought that Shen Yin was ‘biding his time’ and would take away the prescription and notes from Song Tan’s hands after she completely trusted Shen Yin.

But they couldn’t be sure if Shen Yin would stand on their side.

Now… seeing Shen Yin’s attitude towards Song Tan, they realized something; that Shen Yin’s feelings for Song Tan are likely genuine.

If it’s genuine affection, then Shen Yin definitely won’t help them.

But that’s okay.

As long as Shen Yin has someone he cares about, it’s equivalent to having a weakness.

Dealing with a love-stricken person is not a difficult task.

That’s how Huo Yanlin thinks, but he waited for a week and Shen Yin did not come to find him.

Instead, his wedding day is approaching.

Although Huo Yanlin deliberately tried to forget about this matter, the day that was supposed to come could not be avoided.

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On the day of Huo Yanlin and Song Jiaojiao’s wedding, Song Tan’s throat was almost healed, and she no longer needed to communicate with people through WeChat.

However, Shen Yin was still quite nervous about her body, afraid that she might be blown by the wind again, so he got her a cloak.

The cloak had a hood at the back, and when they were about to leave, Shen Yin covered her head with the cloak’s hood.

In her arms, she held a hand warmer made of cotton.

Song Tan sized up her outfit and felt that she didn’t look much like a modern person; she seemed more like a lady who had traveled from ancient times.

Facing the wind, she unconsciously coughed twice.

Hmm… a delicate noble lady, at that.

“If your body can’t handle it, don’t force yourself,” Shen Yin advised.

Song Tan nodded.

While enjoying the drama was important, her health was more crucial.

But she felt fine now.

“It’s been a long time since I breathed fresh air.”

She had been lying in bed for a long time due to her illness.

Although the ventilation in the room was good, the air inside couldn’t compare to the freshness outside.

Now, taking a breath of fresh air, Song Tan felt like she had come back to life.

Yes, she had indeed been given a second chance.

She needed to cherish it!

Arm in arm with Shen Yin, Song Tan appeared in the front hall.

At this moment, there were already quite a few guests in the hall.

When the two of them appeared, many guests cast curious glances at them.

There was no other reason; the two of them were just too eye-catching.

Song Tan was wrapped up tightly, but she didn’t look heavy. On the contrary, it highlighted her slender figure. Just standing there made people feel like they were in a snowy field, with red plum blossoms blooming in the cold.

Beside her, Shen Yin, with his tall stature, had a faint expression on his face. Although he was dressed in casual attire, he inexplicably gave off the vibe of a refined young gentleman accompanying a noble lady.

In the hearts of the onlookers, a thought crossed their minds: Are these two people… like characters stepping out of a painting?

*Ding ding ding ding—*

Mechanical sounds emanated from Song Tan, and although the crowd regained their senses, they still threw curious glances at her.

Song Yan paused for a moment, and Shen Yin, by her side, pulled her wrist out from under the cloak. He rolled up the sleeve slightly, revealing the smartwatch on her wrist.

The *ding ding* mechanical sound was coming from that smartwatch.

“Your heart rate is too fast,” Shen Yin said, his brow furrowing slightly.

It’s just a walk from the room to the front hall, but she walks slowly, and her heart rate is too fast.

Song Tan glanced at him, feeling complicated.

It’s just a slightly faster heartbeat, there’s no need to be so nervous.

As for this heart rate watch, she didn’t really want to wear it, but today Shen Yin said he wanted to give her a gift.

She and Shen Yin are married, living like an old couple, and they haven’t exchanged gifts.

When Shen Yin said he wanted to give her a gift, the way he looked at her was so affectionate that it caught Song Tan off guard.

Just because of that glance, she agreed.

Then, she saw him take out this thing.

At that moment, Song Tan sighed in her heart: Can’t intelligence and emotional intelligence be proportional?

Who gives a heart rate watch as the first gift?

Although the gift of a heart rate watch was a bit unexpected for Song Tan, the way Shen Yin gave it to her was reminiscent of giving a ring.

So, Song Tan accepted it.

It’s just that this heart rate watch is a bit too sensitive. If her heartbeat speeds up a little, it will sound an alarm.

If she blushes a little and her heart beats faster, won’t she lose all her privacy?

On the way, Song Tan was thinking about how to find a reason to take off this heart rate watch.

Unexpectedly, before she got nervous, the heart rate watch sounded.

This little thing is really…

“Don’t be afraid,” Shen Yin said seriously to Song Tan.

Song Tan: ?

Shen Yin put his arm around her, protecting Song Sun in a defensive posture, then faced the approaching Huo Yanlin.

Huo Yanlin: ??

—What did Shen Yin mean just now?

Did he think that Huo Yanlin’s coming over was to intimidate his delicate and helpless little wife?

This love brain is really outrageous.

At this moment, Song Tan: “…”

Shen Yin should go to become an actor, his acting skills are much better than hers.

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Author’s note:

007 : You have a dog!!! You actually have a dog!!!¹

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rokumi’s note : umm, soo… she ate a sweet candy to suppress the taste of a sickeningly sweet medicine?

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1. most probably, the system is accusing Song Tan of cheating with the heart rate watch ↩︎

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The Huo family is a disciplined clan.

However, today, a major incident occurred.

Shen Yin and Huo Yanlin unexpectedly had a fight.

Huo Yanlin is the designated next family head by Old Master. Shen Yin was allowed by Old Master to enter the Huo’s company today, paving the way for an unlimited future…

But today, the two of them actually had a fight.

Of course, calling it a fight wouldn’t be entirely accurate; they just exchanged a couple of punches before being stopped.

Judging by the face, Shen Yin seemed to be more injured.

However, judging by the expressions, it should be Huo Yanlin who was more seriously hurt.

Huo Yanlin’s expression was painful, but he insisted, “She was faking it.”

He just saw that woman give him a triumphant smile before fainting; that expression clearly showed success, wasn’t it clear that she was pretending?

Shen Yin also felt that Song Tan was pretending.

After all, this wasn’t the first time.

But he still had to go along with her.

So, after she fainted, he first beat Huo Yanlin.

Those two punches were quite powerful.

Judging by Huo Yanlin’s appearance, it must have hurt.

Shen Yin’s fingers brushed the bloodstains on his lips, wiped away the blood on his fingers, and then looked at Song Tan.

Song Tan had just been placed on the sofa by him. Now he went to hold her, calling her name, “Song Tan? Song Tan?”

In theory, if she was pretending, she should wake up faintly at this moment.

However, looking at Song tAn’s slightly pale lips and the slight blush on her cheeks, something seemed abnormal.

Shen Yin reached out, placing the back of his hand on Song Yun’s forehead.

It was very hot.

Shen Yin’s brows immediately furrowed.

“The doctor is here, the doctor is here.”

The family doctor, upon receiving the news, finally rushed over.

“Hurry, take a look at her; her temperature is very high.”

Song Tan’s temperature didn’t even need a thermometer to measure; just her forehead was scalding.

“This is the medicine she usually takes, and this is her medical history.”

Shen Yin’s voice trembled, but when he took out the list of medications and medical history records, he was calm and efficient.

The onlookers from the Huo family around secretly thought, Shen Yin really isn’t pretending to like Song Tan; it’s genuine affection.

Otherwise, why would he consider things so meticulously?

Huo Yanlin looked on silently, holding his chest. When Shen Yin had just fought with him, Shen Yin had really struck hard, and he felt a lingering pain in his chest.

In recent times, he had clashed with Shen Yin frequently and found that Shen Yin was not a simple person.

At least, he had underestimated Shen Yin before.

He wondered if letting Shen Yin into the Huo’s company was a good or bad decision.

As for the person next to him, Song Tan…

Huo Yanlin didn’t care about her life or death.

She was already a sickly person; even if she fainted for real, it was her own doing, and it had nothing to do with him.

If something really happened to her…

A chill ran through Huo Yanlin’s heart.

That would be just perfect.

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Song Tan is having a seizure.

“When she has a seizure, it’s like this. Sometimes she’s cold, and sometimes she’s hot. When it’s cold, you need to cover her, and when it’s hot, you need to cool her down. Oh… right, she also needs to drink water, seems like she has to drink saline water, a bit troublesome.”

Although Song Jiaojiao had never taken care of Song Tan, she had known Song Tan’s condition for many years and roughly knew what to do when Song Tan had a seizure.

However, Song Jiaojiao found it extremely troublesome.

Whenever Song Tan fell ill, Grandpa would only focus on Song Tan, making her serve Song Tan tea and water.

Like a young lady from a wealthy family.

Listening to Song Jiaojiao’s tone, Shen Yin slightly furrowed his brows.

It wasn’t the time to deal with her now.

“Alright, is there anything else to pay attention to?”

Song Jiaojiao thought for a moment. “I don’t think so.”

“Okay, thank you.”

After saying this, Shen Yin turned around and left.

It seemed he was going back to take care of Song Tan.

Song Jiaojiao felt that Shen Yin was really eager to court trouble. By getting involved with Song Tan, he was probably going to serve Song Tan like a devoted follower for the rest of his life.

“He is willing to bear this trouble himself, so let him bear it.”

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After asking Song Jiaojiao, Shen Yin returned.

At this moment, Song Tan lay on the bed with closed eyes.

She slept uneasily, her eyelashes trembling lightly. Her once rosy lips were now pale, devoid of color, and had some dead skin.

Shen Yin brought over a bowl of warm water, dipped a cotton swab in it, and moistened her lips.

After moisturizing her lips, he took a towel and wiped away her sweat.

While doing these things, he focused on looking at Song Tan lying on the bed, clearing his mind and not thinking about anything, only concentrating on making the person in front of him a bit more comfortable.

When he saw her frowning and then relaxing, he finally let out a sigh of relief.

But before he could relax completely, Song Tan’s face twisted in pain again.

This time, it was due to the cold.

Her originally slightly flushed cheeks almost instantly lost their color, turning pale, and she began to shiver from the cold.

As Shen Yin touched her cheek, she grabbed his hand.

Her lips were trembling.

Her once pale lips had turned somewhat dark now.

“Cold.”

The one word uttered by Song Yan’s trembling lips were not clear, but Shen Yin heard them.

He reached over and embraced her completely.

Without him adjusting her posture, the person in his arms naturally snuggled closer.

Like a little cat, her head rubbed against his chest.

“Song Tan?”

Song Tan’s eyes were half-open, appearing as if she had just woken up.

“Hug.”

Because her throat was inflamed, her voice was hoarse.

She didn’t want to talk.

Right now, her head felt dizzy, and she just wanted to find a heat source.

Behind her was warmth.

She desperately wanted to burrow into that warmth.

Shen Yin felt his breath getting heavy as she nestled against him, but seeing her pale face, he felt a bit helpless.

Being sick, she was indeed a troublesome person.

Shen Yin sighed, tightened his arms, and encircled her completely.

Perhaps because he hugged her tightly, Song Tan in his arms let out a comfortable whimper.

Shen Yin’s body tensed.

This delicate flower seems quite fragile, as if it could break with just a slight touch.

Oh, what a troubling person.

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Song Tan is not completely unconscious; her awareness fluctuates between clarity and haziness.

But she knows that Shen Yin has been by her side all along.

When she’s cold, he comes to hold her. When she’s hot, he brings towels to wipe away her sweat and cool her down.

Song Tan’s head is muddled, and she lacks the energy to think about anything, relying solely on her instincts.

Certainly, in those rare moments of clarity, she feels that she made the right choice.

If she had chosen Huo Yanlin today, he would definitely wish for her death.

But not Shen Yin.

Whatever his reasons for taking care of her, for her, it is a great stroke of luck.

She doesn’t want to die.

She doesn’t like being a protagonist or what, she just wants to live well.

Whether it’s in the past or now.

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Song Tan’s illness came on suddenly, and Shen Yin has been taking care of her all along.

“I didn’t expect it. Shen Yin is really a devoted person.”

“He must have liked her for a long time, right? Otherwise, why would he marry Song Tan if he didn’t really want to?”

“That’s true.”

These past few days, Shen Yin hasn’t appeared in front of everyone, but his presence is definitely felt.

Almost because of taking care of Song Tan, he hasn’t even left the house.

During this time, Old Master Huo sent someone to replace him, but he refused and insisted on taking care of his wife himself.

The people in the Huo family grew up in luxury, never having done any caretaking work.

Shen Yin doesn’t use servants and personally takes care of Song Tan. In the eyes of others, it shows deep affection.

Although most people think this behavior is a bit silly and something they would never do, they still feel… Shen Yin does seem to really love Song Tan.

Huo Yanlin has heard this comment more than once recently.

He also went to check, but Shen Yin chased him out.

This Shen Yin…

Huo Yanlin frowned, and he would have to discuss this with his Grandpa.

If Shen Yin is not pretending and is really in love, it might be difficult to get the prescription from Song Tan.

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Under Shen Yin’s warm care, Song Tan’s illness improves quite quickly.

At least much faster than the last time.

Last time, she only had a hired nurse watching over her.

The nurse did her job for the money.

After doing what was required of her, she wouldn’t do anything else.

Therefore, the nurse only takes care of her basic needs, but not with such meticulous attention.

Shen Yin is different.

When she has a fever, she can feel someone helping her with physical cooling.

When she feels cold, Shen Yin wraps her entire body in his arms.

When she wakes up from a nightmare in the middle of the night, Shen Yin immediately wakes up and gently pats her back.

Although she is still somewhat unconscious, she is aware of everything Shen Yin does.

Without his careful care, she would not have recovered so quickly.

Song Tan is no longer feverish now, but her throat is still red and swollen, and she feels a bit lethargic.

Shen Yin brings her a cup of hot water and then takes her temperature again.

Previously, he used to measure her temperature regularly, continuing until she no longer had a fever.

With the thermometer gun pressed against Song Tan’s forehead, she opens her eyes wide and looks at him.

Her eyelashes flicker, showing a bit more vitality than a few days ago.

“Shen Yin.”

Song Tan speaks hoarsely.

“Your throat is still inflamed, speak less.”

Indeed, Song Tan’s throat hurts quite a bit.

However, she wants to talk to Shen Yin.

After thinking for a moment, she takes out her phone and types a message.

At the moment she sends it, Shen Yin’s phone rings.

He glances at her, takes out his phone, and reads the message she sent.

[ Thank you. ]

Followed by a cute emoticon.

“You’re welcome.”

Shen Yin’s tone is quite indifferent, but his actions show that he is getting medicine for Song Tan.

[ Without your care, I might not have made it through. ]

This time, for some reason, it’s more serious than before.

If she hadn’t married Shen Yin and tried to stay in the Song family, not only would Song Zhiwen’s family not take care of her, but they might also take advantage of her vulnerability. The last caregiver she hired, though not very enthusiastic, still had a sense of justice and secretly reminded her of this. If she had married Huo Yanlin, according to the original plot, he wouldn’t take care of her at all and might even ask for her prescription.

These people wouldn’t take care of her like Shen Yin does.

In fact, her plan was to hire someone to take care of her, and Shen Yin only needed to pretend. He just had to pay attention to the caregiver and make sure nothing went wrong.

But her illness came suddenly this time, and the caregiver she hired had not been confirmed.

Shen Yin could have easily let the servants take care of her, but he didn’t.

He personally took care, and the care was extremely meticulous.

Song Tan truly felt a variety of complex emotions in her heart.

However, these emotions, after days of suffering from illness, she had sorted out quite a few thoughts.

Regardless of whether Shen Yin was pretending or for other reasons, for her, they were now on the same boat.

If he truly couldn’t let go of the affection with the Huo family, then when she had enough capability without being threatened by others, she would divorce him.

If he firmly stood on her side… then, they should have a relatively decent marriage.

Being able to marry a meticulous person like Shen Yin, and living with someone like him, should be a very happy thing.

So, if he wanted to enter Huo’s company, then let him go.

Song Tan sent a message to Shen Yin : [ I’m almost fine now. You don’t have to keep watching over me. Go and do what you want to do. ]

What did he want to do?

Shen Yin saw the message on WeChat on the table, glanced at her, and continued preparing the medicine. The hot water poured into the cup, and his hands were steady.

[ Go to work, come on! ] accompanied by a Pikachu cheering emoticon.

Shen Yin’s hand trembled slightly.

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Author’s note :

Wise husband Shen Yin : Oh, what a troubling person.

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