Chapter 288 He Woke Up

Lu Zuofan couldn't gain any advantage over Pei Muyi; he couldn't beat him in a fight, and he was also inferior in verbal skills.

Pei Muyi used to be a man of few words, but when he wanted to criticize someone, he could be quite sharp-tongued.

Lu Zuofan rarely provokes him.

Now he is enjoying both love and career success, and is riding high. Lu Zuofan wanted to learn from him, but their situations were completely different, and Pei Muye couldn't help him at all.

That evening, Pei Muye still told Lin Xiyin about it.

Lin Xiyin was also somewhat surprised: "Lu Zuofan doesn't seem like such a naive person."

“Yes, I was also surprised when he told me,” Pei Muyi said. “Now you believe that he really likes Jingjing, right?”

Lin Xiyin nodded: "It's somewhat improved. But to be honest, even if he didn't have a criminal record, it's a fact that Jingjing doesn't like his type."

Pei Muye said, "Actually, I think there's no fixed type when it comes to what people like. Like you, you're definitely different three years ago and you're not the same type anymore, but I still like you."

"How come I'm not the same type?"

"You have changed a lot since then."

"Yes, there are."

Lin Xiyin, who was previously trapped in love, was humble and forbearing. Because of love, she endured humiliation and stayed by Pei Muye's side.

Now, she is bright, confident, and has her own career; she radiates a beautiful glow.

But no matter what kind of Lin Xiyin she was, Pei Muye liked her.

Pei Muye then said, "My brother is in such a terrible state, why don't you go and talk to Jingjing about it?"

Lin Xiyin said, "I've already said I don't care about their business."

"I didn't ask you to plead for me, I just wanted to tell the truth and tell Jingjing about it. I believe Jingjing will make her own judgment."

Lin Xiyin thought for a moment, not wanting to disappoint him, and still called Qu Jingyou.

“He has a stomach problem. Pei Muye said he even bled before, but he still wanted to eat spicy food with you and even asked a doctor what to do.” Lin Xiyin said, “Sister doesn’t mean anything by it. The most important thing is your feelings.”

Qu Jingyou was also taken aback: "Is he stupid? But I did tell him that our tastes are different and we are not compatible, which may have offended him."

Lin Xiyin said, "Jingjing, I didn't like Lu Zuofan before I went there. I thought he was arrogant, philandering, and always thought he was superior to others. But now, he has changed, and I can't lie and say he's a bad person."

Qu Jingyou said, "Sister, actually, when it comes to relationships, how should I put it? He didn't force anyone. Having many girlfriends doesn't necessarily mean he's morally corrupt. I can't really accuse him of anything, but it's true that I don't like him."

“I understand what you mean,” Lin Xiyin said. “When it comes to relationships, it’s like wearing shoes; only you know if they fit. So, Jingjing, whatever your choice, I will support you. Besides, you’re still young, so you have the chance to try and fail. The family will always be there to back you up, you know? We will always be your strongest support.”

Qu Jingyou has never lacked love since she was a child.

No matter what, her family always told her, "Don't be afraid, we're behind you."

Girls like this are the hardest to pursue.

Because she lacks nothing.

No matter what I do, I can't move her.

Romantic surprises are rare for other girls, but they are a daily occurrence for her.

Qu Chongyou can also do the work of marking lines on the driving practice area, and he might even come up with other methods.

But he didn't have time to do it.

For Qu Jingyou, this was a pleasant surprise, but nothing special.

Lu Zuofan really intends to pursue her, but the road ahead is long and arduous.

Pei Muye then relayed Qu Jingyou's message.

Lu Zuofan said, "I know that whatever I do might not move her. But I won't give up if I don't try. We agreed on three months, and I still have more than two months. If it really doesn't work out by then, at least I will have tried and won't have any regrets."

Pei Muye had nothing else to say: "Well then, good luck."

Things had already reached this point, and Lu Zuofan knew that he couldn't rely on Pei Muyi and Lin Xiyin.

He still has to rely on himself to win over Qu Jingyou.

Lin Xiyin wasn't feeling well for a few days, but after visiting Xiao Ruoyi, she felt much better.

A few days later, she went directly from the school to the hospital.

She was worried about Xiao Ruoyi after not seeing her for a few days, even though the two of them texted each other every day.

Seeing her, Xiao Ruoyi was a little angry: "No matter what, this is a hospital. What are you doing here as a pregnant woman?"

Lin Xiyin said, "I'm wearing a mask, aren't I?"

"That won't do either," Xiao Ruoyi said. "If you need anything, just call me. What are you doing here?"

"I won't feel at ease until I see him with my own eyes," Lin Xiyin said. "How is he?"

"Same as always," Xiao Ruoyi said. "I guess he's feeling comfortable lying down, and he's still not waking up."

"He'll wake up," Lin Xiyin said. "He can't bear to keep you waiting too long."

“I’ve been heartbroken for months,” Xiao Ruoyi said. “If he doesn’t wake up soon, Tuantuan’s father won’t know who to yell at.”

"Can Tuantuan greet people yet?"

“It happens unconsciously; sometimes I’ll call out ‘Mommy, Mommy’ a bunch of times,” Xiao Ruoyi said. “There’s a video; do you want to see it?”

Xiao Ruoyi wasn't home, and Lin Xiyin wasn't familiar with those people, so it wasn't appropriate for her to visit Huo Huaijing.

She watched the video and couldn't stop laughing: "Tuantuan is so cute."

"That's interesting. Youyou was cute when she was little too."

“They’re different,” Lin Xiyin said. “Haven’t you noticed? Tuantuan is much more lively and adorable than Youyou.”

Lin Youxing was quite calm and composed as a child, showing signs of maturity and composure.

It's nowhere near as lively as Tuantuan.

Xiao Ruoyi said, "What's so cute about it? This is called being naughty and mischievous. It's obvious that he'll never behave himself."

Lin Xiyin said, "Don't talk nonsense. Attorney Huo will settle accounts with you when he wakes up."

“If he doesn’t wake up, I’ll remarry with his son.”

Lin Xiyin punched her lightly: "You have such a big mouth."

After Lin Xiyin left, Xiao Ruoyi pinched Huo Xianyang while massaging his feet, then felt sorry for him and rubbed the spot where she had pinched him.

"Huo Xianyang, I truly owe you something in this lifetime."

"I was so lucky to have you by my side all those years ago. You're the only man I've ever had in my life. There are so many good men in the world. I'm so unlucky."

"And I mean it. If you don't wake up, I'm really going to remarry with Tuantuan! I'll bring my husband to your bedside and make you furious!"

Xiao Ruoyi grew angrier the more she thought about it, and pressed hard on an acupoint on the sole of his foot.

Anyway, the physical therapist said that stimulating acupoints would be beneficial for him in his current condition.

Who knows, one day it might just happen by accident and wake you up.

Xiao Ruoyi couldn't bear it after pressing down, so she loosened her grip.

Before going to bed, she wiped Huo Xianyang's body.

When had she ever done anything like taking care of someone before?

But now, even the best caregivers in the hospital aren't as skilled as her.

Because of the tenderness in her heart, she moved even more carefully, but not clumsily at all.

I wiped him down completely, then turned him over and placed a soft cushion under his knees as he lay on his side.

When she came back from the bathroom, she sat on the edge of the bed, held his fingertips, and trimmed his nails.

I hadn't noticed before, but now I realize his nails grow quite fast; he needs to be trimmed about once a week.

Xiao Ruoyi said, "You used to do all these chores. Huo Xianyang, when you were doing these things before, were you cursing me in your heart? Well, now the tables have turned, and it's your turn to enjoy it."

She laid the tissue paper covering her nails flat and then went to trim her other hand.

"You really can't stand to suffer even the slightest loss."

"I used to think that I was being unreasonable and willful, and that I was bullying you."

"Now I know, you were waiting for me here."

"I'm telling you, if you don't wake up soon, believe me, I'll make your son call another man 'Dad'!"

Xiao Ruoyi suddenly exclaimed, and the next second she quickly grabbed a cotton swab and pressed it against his fingertip.

The cut was a little crooked; it cut the flesh next to his nail.

Xiao Ruoyi pressed for a few minutes, then removed the cotton swab; the bleeding had stopped.

She was about to throw the cotton swab away when she turned her head away, then suddenly turned it back.

She wasn't sure if she was seeing things, but she thought she just... saw Huo Xianyang's fingertip twitch.

She stared at his hands.

After a long while, nothing happened.

She must have been seeing things.

But in that instant, her eyes were already red.

She threw away the cotton swab, sniffed, and said, "Huo Xianyang, you bastard!"

"I'll leave the moment you wake up! I'll find ten, eight... no, twenty male models! I've got the money, I can afford it!"

"You still want to marry me? You're dreaming!"

"You think you can possess me forever if you don't wake up?"

"Don't even think about it!"

"When I said I'd find a stepfather for your son, I wasn't just joking!"

"No, I'm leaving now, so I don't get angry just seeing you!"

She said that, but then pulled the blanket up a little more for him. Just as she was about to put her arm under the blanket, she saw his fingertip twitch.

She suddenly opened her eyes wide.

Her voice trembled: "Huo, Huo Xianyang, don't scare me, am I seeing things, or is it you..."

Before she could finish speaking, Huo Xianyang's fingertips curled and rubbed against her hand.

Xiao Ruoyi's tears welled up and spilled out!

She suddenly looked up and met Huo Xianyang's eyes, which had just opened.

"No, don't go..."

His voice was hoarse, almost breathy.

Xiao Ruoyi covered her mouth, her face full of disbelief.

“Fool…” Huo Xianyang raised his hand with difficulty, but then fell it down weakly.

Xiao Ruoyi's heart was trembling, and the next second she rushed out the door.

"Doctor! Doctor!"

Soon, all the doctors and nurses came over and surrounded the bed.

Xiao Ruoyi peered at him through the gaps in the crowd, her gaze greedy, unwilling to look away for even a second.

After the doctor conducted tests and took him for further examinations, he returned and told Xiao Ruoyi that the bruises on Huo Xianyang's head had disappeared.

He's awake, which means he's alright.

It will gradually recover.

After everyone left, Xiao Ruoyi stood at the door, just looking at him.

After more than half an hour of fussing, Huo Xianyang's speech had become much more normal.

He looked at her and said, "Come here."

Xiao Ruoyi said, "You think I'd come just because you told me to? Huo Xianyang, you're a complete bastard!"

Tears streamed down Huo Xianyang's face. "Come here, sweetie. I can't leave now. Come here, let me hug you."