NOVPUBChapter 220: Chapter 220: Undermining Foundations
Chapter 220 -220: Undermining Foundations
“Auntie, both An Zhiyuan and I have our own jobs. After getting married, it’s definitely impossible for us to live with you. So, Auntie, your worry is really unnecessary. We won’t be spending much time together. Of course, with your character, you certainly wouldn’t stoop to spouting insults during our interactions; that’s something only a rural shrew would do. It’s beneath someone of your official status.”
“So, you see, there really isn’t any conflict between us. Although you may look down on me, it doesn’t matter as we won’t be living together. As long as An Zhiyuan approves of me, that’s what matters since it’s just the two of us who will be living together. From what it seems, An Zhiyuan is willing to marry me.” Bai Xiao enjoyed the delicious steak, which truly tasted good here.
She had never been to this Western restaurant before; after all, she wasn’t in a position to indulge indiscriminately. Her status was just that of a doctor, and nowadays, doctors aren’t as sought after as they will be in the future. Although it’s a highly respected profession, there are no red envelopes to collect, so naturally, she couldn’t enjoy a luxurious life.
“Doctor Bai is really surprising. Aren’t you afraid that people will say you’re marrying Ayuan for his social status, harboring intentions of social climbing? Aren’t you afraid of gossip?” Wei Shufen really hadn’t expected Bai Xiao to be so different from ordinary girls, even surpassing her own niece.
No wonder An Zhiyuan had set his sights on her. If such a woman really married An Zhiyuan, it would be like adding wings to a tiger for her stepson, and she did feel a bit regretful about it.
Honestly, if it weren’t for Ding Min being interested in Ayuan, she would have agreed to An Zhiyuan marrying Bai Xiao. After all, having a wife like her could take him further in life, but who could blame her? Ding Min was her niece.
“Auntie, such words might make others say you’re too narrow-minded. With your cultural level and social status, how could you think like ordinary people? Now is an era of free love, and I think you understand this. The era of arranged marriages has long passed. Moreover, whatever happens between Ayuan and me, we will decide on our own.
I feel that one should live comfortably and happily, without worrying too much about others’ opinions. If I have to compromise myself just to please others, that’s just foolish. Why should I? I like living comfortably and happily. I really don’t care or mind what others think.”
If a soldier comes, we block; if water comes, we cover with earth.
For the first time, Bai Xiao felt her tongue was quite sharp. It seemed unlikely that she and this Mrs. Wei Shufen would ever coexist peacefully, considering how the conversation had turned so bitter. No matter the outcome, it was impossible for her to reconcile with Mrs. Wei Shufen.
“You and Ayuan will not be happy together! You’re still young, tell me what sort of boy you like. I know many people, better than Ayuan in family background, and they are all quite excellent. I can introduce them to you… ”
“Auntie, I wasn’t aware you were digging at my corner!”
All three turned their heads simultaneously. 𝓃𝓸𝓿𝓹𝓾𝓫.𝓬ℴ𝓶
An Zhiyuan strode in, tall and imposing, his face calm.
The atmosphere turned awkward.
Ding Min was the first to jump up, her cheeks flushed shyly, her eyes shimmering with love.
“Big brother An, how come you’re here?” Seeing An Zhiyuan, her heart couldn’t help but race, thumping uncontrollably like a rabbit.
An Zhiyuan didn’t spare her a glance, grabbing Bai Xiao, “Let’s go! It’s so hard to swallow this meal, yet you dare to eat here!” Draping his arm around Bai Xiao’s shoulder, they left.
Completely disregarding the ugly expressions on Wei Shufen and Ding Min’s faces.
The two walked out of the restaurant, An Zhiyuan’s Jeep parked outside.
As An Zhiyuan opened the car door for Bai Xiao, and as she was getting into the passenger seat, Bai Xiao couldn’t help but look up and ask him, “How did you know I was here?”
An Zhiyuan stretched out his large hand and pressed her into the seat before he took his place in the driver’s seat.
The car moved along the road, the air pressure inside was very low, with only the constant swishing sound of the tires rubbing against the ground.
Bai Xiao gripped the seatbelt, “Why won’t you answer me?”
It should have been An Zhiyuan feeling uneasy, not her looking like a meek daughter-in-law.
“I called the hospital, Xiaoli told me, and I guessed it was Wei Shufen. According to her habits, even if she was to have a conversation with you, it would definitely be in such a setting to display her class and elegance. More importantly, to make you feel uneasy and insignificant—that’s her goal. So the closest place from the hospital is here. That’s why I rushed over.” An Zhiyuan’s chiseled features suddenly turned cold.
Bai Xiao shook her head; a man like him, if he likes someone, probably truly cherishes them, and if not, he probably wouldn’t spare a second glance.
It seemed like the temperature dropped ten degrees when she saw Ding Min earlier.
Should she secretly rejoice?
“That’s it? Nothing else you want to say to me?” Bai Xiao tugged at the seatbelt, this man seemed to lack self-awareness.
She had to ask him such uneventful questions herself, but if she didn’t, she felt it would be unfair to herself, especially after such a long struggle just moments ago.
It was all because of An Zhiyuan’s presence. Having a childhood friend at home and still talking about keeping promises during their agreement made her uneasy.
“Don’t worry about Wei Shufen’s arrival. I will handle it. There won’t be a next time.” The reply was still cold.
“Is this title really appropriate? Wei Shufen? She told me she is your mother. Are you supposed to address your own mother by her full name?” There must be a story there! But unfortunately, An Zhiyuan wasn’t ready to elaborate.
She just had to force him to speak up.
“Not speaking about it won’t do me any good. You know she is allegedly my mother-in-law. What do you expect me to do? At least give me a reason to fight for you! I don’t want to die without knowing why!”
An Zhiyuan sighed, the car stopped in the hospital parking lot, and he turned to look at Bai Xiao.
Bai Xiao’s eyes, clear in black and white, watched his smooth jawline, quietly waiting for what he would say next.
“Wei Shufen is my stepmother. Although she raised the three of us brothers, there’s a lot I can’t explain right now. Just remember, you don’t need to be polite to her, don’t listen to her, don’t believe her,” An Zhiyuan looked at Bai Xiao, his message this time very clear.
“Did you rush over here worrying about me?” Bai Xiao smiled at An Zhiyuan’s slightly red ears.
Just when she thought he wouldn’t answer such a question, he simply “Hmm”ed, his voice low and deep, carrying the magnetic quality of a mature man.
Bai Xiao’s cheeks suddenly flushed red, completely unexpected to see such a considerate side of An Zhiyuan.
