Chu Xin'er sniffed and stubbornly retorted.

His voice, however, had a strong nasal tone, making it completely unconvincing.

She turned her head away, trying to avoid his gaze, but his warm, large hand gently cupped her cheek, forcing her to look him in the eye.

“Look at me.”

Song Yan's tone was so gentle it could melt your heart: "Xin'er, tell me your answer."

He didn't want to wait any longer.

Her years of forbearance and restraint had reached their limit when she was repeatedly put in danger and when she was heartbreakingly strong for her family.

He wanted to stand by her side rightfully, be her only support, and protect her for the rest of her life.

Chu Xin'er's heart pounded even faster, as if it were about to leap out of her throat.

Her cheeks were incredibly hot, and even the roots of her ears turned an alluring pink.

Let her answer...

How should she answer?

This was so sudden!

She wasn't mentally prepared!

Should I say "I like you too"?

That's so...so unladylike!

She bit her lower lip, her eyelashes trembling like startled butterfly wings, but she refused to speak.

Song Yan didn't urge her, but just watched her quietly.

He knows her too well.

This girl is a paper tiger; she looks fierce, but she's actually very thin-skinned.

He had plenty of patience and waited for her to admit it herself.

Time seemed to stand still at that moment.

After an unknown amount of time, Chu Xin'er finally mustered up her courage, raised her head, and met his burning gaze.

Her voice was very soft, like a mosquito's hum, but it reached Song Yan's ears with perfect clarity.

"Then...then from now on, you're not allowed to yell at me, you're not allowed to control me, and you're definitely not allowed to...you're not allowed to be jealous of my sister-in-law..."

Her voice grew softer and softer as she spoke, until she felt so embarrassed that she wished she could disappear into the ground.

What utter nonsense is this?!

Song Yan's heart softened upon hearing this, and he could no longer hide the smile in his eyes.

He knew that she had agreed.

"good."

He responded softly, his voice full of laughter: "I'll do whatever you say."

He tightened his grip on her cheeks slightly, his thumb gently caressing her delicate skin.

Then, slowly, he lowered his head.

Chu Xin'er instinctively closed her eyes.

The three little ones were watching with great interest, their small bodies filled with excitement. When they realized what Song Yan was about to do, they all turned their backs in unison.

This is……

This is a kissing moment!

You can't watch this!

This will ruin a child's brain!

The kiss I expected never came.

He simply pressed his forehead against hers, their hot breaths mingling, carrying a deadly ambiguity.

"My dear."

Song Yan whispered in her ear, his voice hoarse beyond belief.

"I engraved something on the back of the watch."

Chu Xin'er was taken aback and subconsciously raised her wrist.

Sure enough, on the back of that exquisite plum blossom watch, two small characters were engraved—

"My Heart"

It is "my heart" and also "my heart".

A double entendre.

Chu Xin'er's heart was completely struck by these unexpected words of love, and she became utterly tender.

This man...

He usually seems so proper, but when he starts saying sweet nothings, he's so irresistible!

Just as Chu Xin'er was feeling emotional, Song Yan suddenly released her and took a step back.

Chu Xin'er opened her eyes somewhat blankly, looking at him with confusion.

He then took something out of his pocket and put it in her hand.

Then he turned around and strode out.

"I took a break from my busy schedule to come and talk to you. My dear, I'll come again tomorrow when I'm free."

His voice regained its usual calmness.

However, his slightly reddened ears betrayed his equally unsettled state of mind.

Chu Xin'er stared blankly as his tall figure disappeared through the door before looking down at the thing in her hand.

It's a White Rabbit milk candy.

The candy wrapper was peeled off in half, revealing the milky white candy inside.

She unwrapped the remaining candy and popped it into her mouth.

The rich milky aroma and sweetness melt instantly on the tongue, sweetening the heart.

She couldn't help but laugh, her eyes crinkling like the brightest star in the night sky.

tomorrow……

yes.

They have many more "tomorrows" ahead of them.

"Wow! Auntie and Song Yansu kissed!"

The three little ones had turned back at some point, their three big, dark eyes staring at her as if they had discovered a new continent.

Chu Xin'er's cheeks flushed even redder than before. She had completely forgotten about the three little ones. She stomped her foot in embarrassment and annoyance: "Don't talk nonsense! We didn't!"

"Yes! We all saw it!"

Er'er pointed at her and revealed in a childish voice, "Song Yan's lips are about to touch Auntie's!"

"That's right!"

San San chimed in, her chubby little hand making a "pop" sound to her lips.

Chu Xin'er was both embarrassed and ashamed, her face so hot it could fry an egg. She scooped the three little ones into her arms, rubbed her cheeks against their soft little faces, and pretended to be fierce, threatening, "If you keep talking nonsense, I won't give you any candy!"

"My little aunt is shy!"

Da Da, always eager for a good show, laughed so hard he rolled around in Chu Xin'er's arms.

"Xin'er, who came just now?"

Ye Nian'an's voice came from inside the house. She came out carrying a plate of cut fruit and looked at the four people making a ruckus in the yard, a smile appearing in her eyes.

"No...no!"

Like a cat whose tail had been stepped on, Chu Xin'er instantly let go of the three little ones, turned around and ran into her room, her voice drifting out from under the door.

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