After more than ten hours of flight, the four of them finally landed in Turkey. Even though they had flown first class, their bodies still felt the strain.
Yao Yao felt uncomfortable all over, her legs weak and unwilling to walk. She thought to herself how nice it would be if Shen Yu were by her side—he could carry her. But for now, Yao Yao could only cling to her younger brother’s arm and shuffle along slowly.
Ji Xingzhi, worried about his sister’s condition, asked concernedly, “Sis, can you hold on? Should I help you sit down and rest for a while?”
Yao Yao shook her head gently. “It’s fine, just need to walk slower.”
Her best friend Shi Dan also came over to check on her. Shi Dan was in great physical shape—she had loved martial arts since childhood and had even sparked a romance with Yao Yao’s cousin through it. The two were planning to marry next year.
“Yao Mei, you’ve spent less than a month total with your husband since getting married, and now you’ve left him behind to travel alone. Aren’t you afraid he’ll get up to no good while guarding an empty house?” Seeing Yao Yao’s listless expression, Shi Dan deliberately brought up a topic that would pique her interest.
Hearing this hypothetical, Yao Yao immediately perked up, chattering excitedly: “He wouldn’t dare! If he dares to find some other vixen, I’ll castrate him and use his money to support a pretty boy!”
Ji Xingzhi mentally applauded his sister’s approach, though he didn’t think his brother-in-law was that type of person.
Shi Dan chimed in agreement, making a pointed remark: “Well said! Castrate him first then give him a green hat—perfect!”
Yao Yao’s cousin Ji Xingyun caught the implication and immediately raised his hand to pledge loyalty after his girlfriend finished speaking: “Don’t worry! I would never do anything to wrong Dan Dan!”
Watching Ji Xingyun’s earnest display, the other three burst into laughter.
Ji Xingzhi suddenly remembered something: “By the way, Sis, did you tell Brother-in-law about our travel plans? The day before my college entrance exams, he messaged me saying he’d come to Shanghai with a gift after I finished, to celebrate me completing them successfully.”
In an unnoticed corner, a flicker of guilt crossed Yao Yao’s face, but she couldn’t show weakness. She declared confidently: “Of course I told him! Your brother-in-law is fully supportive! He said he’d cover all the expenses for this trip.”
Ji Xingzhi: “Wow, Brother-in-law is so generous!”
Shi Dan: “Shen Yu is quite considerate, not bad at all.”
Ji Xingyun: “I often hear my dad praising our brother-in-law at home.”
Yao Yao: “…”
Having made such bold claims, Yao Yao inwardly wept for her savings. Ah, to protect her dear husband’s reputation, she would have to pay out of her own pocket—after all, she had left the Black Card Shen Yu gave her back at their home in the capital!
Yao Yao sighed quietly to herself.
The four of them first went to their hotel to rest. They booked two rooms—Yao Yao and Shi Dan sharing one, and the two cousins sharing the other.
After settling their luggage, Yao Yao headed straight to the bathroom to freshen up. She couldn’t wait to lie down on the bed and have a solid sleep.
After washing away the fatigue and drying her hair, Yao Yao lay in bed but found herself no longer sleepy. Glancing at the closed bathroom door, she guiltily pulled her phone from her bag, feeling somewhat anxious. She was worried Shen Yu might be angry—Yao Yao knew she hadn’t been entirely fair in this situation.
This trip had been a spontaneous decision too: Shi Dan suggested it, Yao Yao agreed, and the two cousins had purely come along as bodyguards.
Summoning her courage to open WeChat, Yao Yao was overwhelmed with emotion upon seeing Shen Yu’s tolerant and loving reply. Whimpering softly, she felt tears welling up—her husband was truly wonderful!
Her chest filled with emotion and happiness, the surging feelings with no outlet. Unable to relieve her abundant feelings through kisses and hugs, she could only convey her thoughts through her phone.
【Wuwuwu, my husband is the absolute best husband ever!】
【Yao Yao really loves her husband so much!】
【Husband, today is another day I miss you terribly!】
【Husband, don’t work too hard. Remember to eat on time and avoid staying up late—I’ll worry about you!】
【Husband, the flight was so exhausting. After landing, I was too tired to walk. I wish you were here to carry me…】
…
Yao Yao sent over a dozen messages in one go—some expressing love, some complaining about hardships, and others making fun of bizarre things she’d encountered.
After Yao Yao finished sending her messages, Shen Yu patiently replied to each one starting from her first text.
Shen Yu had been waiting all day for Yao Yao’s messages.
【My wife is also the absolute best wife ever】
【Wife, I love you too】
【Wife, I miss you every single moment】
【Wife Yao Yao, take good care of yourself while traveling. I noticed your Black Card was left on the dressing table, so I transferred some money to you. Don’t be frugal—eat and drink whatever you want. Let me know when it runs out.】
【You’ve worked hard, wife. Since I’m busy with work and can’t accompany you on this trip, I’ll arrange our schedule in advance next year so we can travel together.】
…
Every message was treated with sincere attention. Instead of video calling, they chose to exchange texts one by one.
Seeing Shen Yu’s mention of the transfer, Yao Yao immediately opened her text messages and saw the top bank notification: “Shen Yu transferred 10,000,000.00 yuan to your account 8858 on June 10th at 7:30.”
Yao Yao leaped excitedly from her bed! She and Shen Yu were truly soulmates! Without her even asking, he had voluntarily covered all travel expenses—ten million! How could that not be enough?
【Ahhhh! Husband! I’m speechless! How are you so perfect? Handsome, generous, wealthy, gentle, kind—absolutely flawless! You surpass everyone in every way!Reading the continuous stream of praise on his phone, Shen Yu felt an unprecedented sense of ease.
【Spend freely, no need to save for me. Don’t let your guard down overseas—stay with your cousins and don’t separate from them. Stay safe and enjoy your trip.】
Yao Yao sent an obedient “mm-hmm” sticker.
When Shi Dan emerged from the bathroom, she saw Yao Yao typing frantically on her phone with a dreamy, radiant smile. Teasingly, she asked, “Who are you chatting with so happily?”
Without turning her head, Yao Yao replied, “My darling husband!”
Shi Dan: “…”
Who was this person speaking so sweetly? Why did she have goosebumps all over her arms? Shi Dan was speechless.
“Husband, goodnight, love you~” Finally, Yao Yao ended her conversation with Shen Yu by sending a final goodnight voice message.
Within seconds, Shen Yu replied with a brief voice note. Yao Yao played it, and his familiar magnetic voice sounded: “Goodnight, wife.”
Shi Dan, who had been sitting nearby the whole time: “…”
Who said President Shen was aloof and ascetic? This clingy demeanor completely shattered Shi Dan’s worldview!
Shi Dan clicked her tongue lightly: “Yao Yao, you two are really inseparable!”
Yao Yao looked at Shi Dan with pride: “How did you know my husband transferred ten million to me!”
Shi Dan: “…” Where’s my knife!!!