After lunch, Jiang Muyun said he needed more time to consider.
Once he left, Duan Jinchi opened the car door and Song Yinxi naturally slid inside.
Xie Shumo tried to follow them into the car but was stopped by a single glare from Duan Jinchi.
Xie Shumo pouted and couldn’t help complaining inwardly: Since when did this brother become so obsessed with his wife over friends after getting married?
“Darling, what did the doctor say during your follow-up hospital visit today?”
“The doctor said… the blood clot in my brain hasn’t dissolved yet, and my memory hasn’t fully recovered,” Song Yinxi replied softly, then added, “But don’t worry, I’ll work hard to remember. I’ve already recalled some things.”
Duan Jinchi felt a chill run down his spine. “You… you… what have you remembered?”
He’s panicking already?
With such poor psychological resilience, he still dares to pretend to be her husband!
Song Yinxi spoke unhurriedly, “Just some childhood memories. The doctor said memory recovery is gradual, bit by bit. That’s perfectly normal.”
“Then… have you remembered anything about us?” Duan Jinchi probed cautiously.
Song Yinxi suddenly leaned closer. “Why do I get the feeling you don’t want me to remember? Don’t you want me to recover my memories?”
“Of course not!!”
Duan Jinchi refuted, “I absolutely want you to regain your memories and recall all our romantic moments.”
What nonsense!
They used to be arch-rivals.
When had they ever been romantic!
“Darling, even though I haven’t recovered my memories, we can still do sweet things together now!” Song Yinxi linked arms with him. “For example, why don’t you come with me to the 4S dealership? I don’t know how to check if my car has been properly repaired. You must know much more about these things than I do – please help me check it out!”
Duan Jinchi was so flattered by her praise he lost all sense of direction and nodded repeatedly.
The two went to the 4S shop, had dinner out, and only returned to the villa in the evening.
As soon as the car parked, Uncle Li came rushing out. “Young master, young master! Madam Xie is here.”
Mom!!
The smile instantly froze on Duan Jinchi’s face. He whispered to Song Yinxi, “Darling… my mother is here.”
“So your mother’s here, why are you so nervous?” Song Yinxi linked arms with him again. “It’s not like we have some shameful relationship.”
Duan Jinchi stood rooted to the spot as if his feet were filled with lead.
Song Yinxi pulled with all her strength but couldn’t move him. “Duan Jinchi, what do you mean by this?”
Uncle Li, watching from nearby, felt terrified and lamented inwardly: Young master! I’m afraid the truth will come out tonight! I can’t save you this time!
“Darling…” Duan Jinchi leaned close to her ear, lowering his voice, “We’re actually in a secret marriage… My mother doesn’t know yet…”
Song Yinxi tapped his head: “Do you think just because I lost my memory, I’d forget what happened last night? Someone must have snitched! Besides, since your mother is already here with all these servants around, how could we possibly keep it hidden?”
Her gaze was firm, her tone resolute: “What are you afraid of? We’re true love!”
These were exactly the words Duan Jinchi used to say all the time.
Song Yinxi was laughing inwardly while exerting force with her hands. Duan Jinchi had no choice but to brace himself and follow her inside.
We’re doomed!
We’re doomed!
Mom—
In the brightly lit living room, Xie Shuya sat elegantly on the sofa, though her expression was cold and stern.
Song Yinxi had always admired Xie Shuya – successful career women were her idols.
It must be said that Duan Jinchi owes his handsome looks to having such a beautiful mother like Xie Shuya.
“Mom!” Song Yinxi blurted out.
Then she gasped, covering her mouth: “No, no… I mean Auntie.”
She looked up at Duan Jinchi with an innocent expression: “Sorry, I forgot we’re in a secret marriage and haven’t held the wedding yet. Auntie hasn’t given me the name-changing gift, so I can’t call her Mom yet…”
Hahaha!!!
Seeing Duan Jinchi’s embarrassed expression made her absolutely delighted.
Nyah nyah~
You’re the one who said all those things~
Can’t blame me.
Xie Shuya’s gaze shifted between the two: “You two… got married?”
Duan Jinchi nodded stiffly.
“When did this happen? I’m your biological mother and I didn’t know! Show me your marriage certificate!” Xie Shuya was shocked.
“It’s in the safe,” Duan Jinchi answered casually. “Mom, we’re for real!”
“You’re… for real!” Xie Shuya stood up. “Are you still my son? I had to learn about your marriage from Lin Manni! I even arranged a blind date for you two, and today I gave her a full skincare set to apologize. You really know how to mess with your own mother.”
“Mom! What a wonderful daughter-in-law! Look how beautiful and capable our Xixi is! Whether it’s height and looks or family background, we’re perfectly matched! Made for each other! So… Mom, could you please approve of our marriage…” Duan Jinchi said while pulling Song Yinxi into an embrace.
“Let go!” Xie Shuya said coldly.
“Mom! We’re truly in love!!” Duan Jinchi refused to release Song Yinxi’s hand.
“Xixi, are you sure you love him? He didn’t force you, did he?” When speaking to Song Yinxi, Xie Shuya’s tone became much gentler.
Duan Jinchi: “???”
This wasn’t going how he expected?
Wasn’t Mom supposed to be here to break them up?
Song Yinxi nodded, “Of course! Auntie, I really like him.”
“But you two before…” Xie Shuya hesitated.
“Mom! Clearly you haven’t watched enough dramas. We’re what you call a bickering couple who eventually fall in love. Matters of the heart are unpredictable…” Duan Jinchi quickly interjected, afraid his mother might say something that would reveal the truth to Song Yinxi.
“Your mother isn’t that old-fashioned! I’m just worried you might bully this young lady. Since Xixi genuinely likes you, you must never mistreat her!!” As she spoke, Xie Shuya actually removed a top-grade jade bracelet from her wrist.
“Xixi, it’s all this rascal’s fault for keeping such an important matter from us. We should have performed the six rites properly, but rest assured, we won’t treat you poorly! Take this.” Xie Shuya looked pleased. “This is wonderful.”
Song Yinxi obediently accepted it, thanking her sweetly: “Thank you, Auntie.”
“It’s only right. From now on, if you need anything, just tell Auntie. Well, it’s getting late, you two should go upstairs! Enjoy your time alone, don’t mind me. I’ll stay in the guest room!”
Xie Shuya pushed them lightly as she spoke, “Go on, go on. Young people should rest early and get to bed early.”
Duan Jinchi looked completely bewildered.
He just followed Song Yinxi upstairs in a daze.
Song Yinxi sat on the sofa, holding up the bracelet to examine it. “Auntie’s bracelet looks quite expensive. Did I accept this gift too quickly?”
Duan Jinchi said, “Just a small fortune.”
“One hundred million!!” Song Yinxi exclaimed in astonishment, carefully cradling the item in both hands. “It’s so expensive! Should I return it to your mother?”
“Darling, since Mom gave it to you, it’s yours now. Just accept it.”
“Your mother is so wonderful! I love her!! One hundred million! Honey, you’ve never given me such an expensive gift before, have you?” Song Yinxi pressed the bracelet against her chest, treasuring it immensely.
“Who says I haven’t! I have!” Duan Jinchi’s competitive nature surfaced.
“What was it then?” Song Yinxi fixed her intense gaze on him. “I don’t remember. Remind me, dear!”
Truth was, he really hadn’t given her anything comparable.
“The house. We’ve picked it out, just haven’t completed the paperwork yet.” Duan Jinchi stubbornly insisted.
“Oh, so that means you haven’t actually given it to me yet~” Song Yinxi lowered her head to admire the bracelet. “Your mother is still the best.”
“We’ll complete the paperwork soon!” Duan Jinchi declared. “You keep admiring that. I’m going to take a shower first.”
Earlier, when his mother told them to go to bed early, it definitely wasn’t just about sleeping.
Hah.
Elders.
Before marriage, they push you to get married. After marriage, they push for children. Who even assigns them these matchmaking and baby-pushing missions anyway?
He wasn’t some easily attainable man like Song Yinxi seemed to think!!