Chapter 54 Good boy, tell me you want to too...
Huo Lan had already begun selecting a maternity team when preparing for her engagement banquet with Jiang Shiyuan.
He wanted Jiang Shiyuan to receive the best possible care, so it wasn't easy to find a team that could carry out his requirements. It wasn't until recently that a team was finally assembled.
The maternity team will stay at Huoyuan to take care of Jiang Shiyuan throughout her preparation for childbirth, delivery, and postpartum period.
He also specially arranged for several houses closest to Bell House to begin building a private maternity center exclusively for Jiang Shiyuan.
The world's most advanced maternal and childbirth instruments, equipment, and medications are being introduced to Huoyuan, and the team consists of top professionals with many years of industry experience, all to ensure that Jiang Shiyuan receives the fastest and best care throughout her pregnancy.
At this moment, the head of the maternity team was standing in the living room, enthusiastically introducing how top-notch his team was. Jiang Shiyuan sat on the sofa, but didn't even want to lift her eyelids.
It wasn't until the last picture book, about half a centimeter thick, was handed to Jiang Shiyuan that she had to face this reality.
They thoroughly studied all her information and created a near-perfect prenatal and postnatal planning document based on her physical data.
Jiang Shiyuan casually flipped through a few pages. The pages had already planned out her and Huo Lan's daily schedule, meals, exercise programs, and regular check-up items, and even the time for them to have sex was clearly arranged.
Her hands trembled uncontrollably, and her heart ached with a tightness in it, yet she had no power to refuse Huo Lan's arrangements.
Whenever she refused, he could always use his methods to threaten and force her.
Jiang Shiyuan closed the planning document and nodded expressionlessly, "Very good, that's fine then."
Seemingly sensing her fatigue and unease, Anna, the team leader, frowned slightly. "Mrs. Huo, maintaining a positive mental and physical state is also an important aspect of preparing for pregnancy. If you have time, you can also go out for walks more often..."
Anna was interrupted by Huo Lan before she could finish speaking.
He said coldly, "She is not my wife."
The entire team stood there in astonishment, at a loss for what to do. If it weren't for Mrs. Huo, why would they spend so much money and resources to invite them here, and even plan to build a top-notch exclusive maternity center in Huo Garden?
Jiang Shiyuan lowered her eyes and looked at the carpet at her feet, seemingly unmoved by Huo Lan's words.
Seeing that she still looked indifferent, Huo Lan was somewhat annoyed and continued, "I'm not married, so she's naturally not Mrs. Huo. You can't get the title wrong again."
Anna hesitated, unsure of the relationship between her employers, and asked somewhat tentatively, "Then shall we call her Miss Jiang?"
Huo Lan remained silent, waiting for Jiang Shiyuan to refute him.
The air seemed to freeze for a moment, but Jiang Shiyuan remained silent. Anna had no choice but to speak first to ease the awkwardness, "Mr. Huo, Miss Jiang seems quite nervous. In your free time, you can enjoy yourself or go out to play to keep yourself in a good mood. This will be very beneficial for preparing for pregnancy."
Anna thought for a moment and added, "Actually, under normal circumstances, if both partners are healthy, pregnancy will happen very quickly, so there's no need to be too nervous."
Anna thought Jiang Shiyuan was anxious because she was afraid she couldn't get pregnant. She had served too many wealthy families, and most of these unrequited lovers hoped to have children for their partners in order to solidify their own position.
“I’m not nervous,” Jiang Shiyuan said directly. “I just feel there’s no need to.”
Anna smiled awkwardly and continued to flatter, "You are Mr. Huo's woman, and your health is delicate, so of course you need the best care during your pregnancy and childbirth. Miss Jiang, please rest assured, we will definitely live up to your expectations."
Jiang Shiyuan ignored Anna, put the project plan aside, and said, "I'm tired."
"You're tired so quickly?"
Huo Lan held her hand and squeezed it affectionately, then let the group leave Bell Pavilion first.
"Today is just to let you get to know them. You'll have plenty of time to interact with them in the future."
Seeing that Jiang Shiyuan was in a bad mood, he pinched her cheek and laughed, "Are you really angry? Didn't Anna say that we need to keep our minds and bodies happy so that we can get pregnant faster?"
He deliberately postponed his work so he could spend the whole day with Jiang Shiyuan.
"Your ankle isn't healed yet, you need to rest for a few days. Don't even think about going out during these few days."
Before she could answer, Huo Lan pulled her into his arms again.
In the morning, they snuggled on the sofa and watched a lackluster arthouse film. Neither of them paid attention to the content of the movie; they simply cuddled together, each lost in their own thoughts.
In the afternoon, they somehow ended up playing Go. Huo Lan had been learning Go and strategy since he was a child, and Jiang Shiyuan was no match for him. He managed to win a few games, but Huo Lan deliberately gave him a few stones. Neither of them were really interested in the game, and they parted on bad terms in the end.
As darkness fell, Jiang Shiyuan began to show unusual emotions.
Huo Lan would never let her go.
The black and white chess pieces were placed into their respective chess baskets. The servants, following the fertility-enhancing recipes provided by the maternity team, placed the dishes one by one on the table, invited the two to eat, and then quietly left.
Jiang Shiyuan wasn't hungry. She had been sitting in the small building all day, eating extremely nutritious food, so she hadn't expended any energy at all.
Huo Lan then took her to eat, made sure she drank a bowl of red date and bird's nest porridge, and brought a thermometer to take her temperature.
“Your body temperature hasn’t risen, so you’re almost fully recovered.” Huo Lan looked down at Jiang Shiyuan, his eyes deep and unfathomable. “You should understand what I mean.”
Jiang Shiyuan still struggled symbolically, even though she knew it was futile. "I just got back, can't you let me rest for a few more days?"
Huo Lan gently pecked her lips and said, "This is also a time for relaxation and rest. I will be very gentle and will make you feel very comfortable."
After saying that, he picked Jiang Shiyuan up and carried her to the bedroom on the second floor.
Huo Lan didn't put her on the bed, but instead took her into the bathroom first.
"Take a shower first. I didn't dare let you shower this morning because I was worried you wouldn't be fully recovered."
Jiang Shiyuan stood in front of the bathroom mirror, watching Huo Lan stand behind her and pull down the zipper of her dress.
Lost in thought, she suddenly felt warm lips land on her back, like a small fire being lit, moving down her spine and gradually tingling throughout her body.
"I...I need to take a shower first."
Jiang Shiyuan braced her hands on the sink as much as possible, but Huo Lan seemed to ignore her and continued to leave a dense trail of light kisses on her back.
At first, it was like a gentle breeze, but as their breathing grew heavier, his kisses deepened, as if he were playing a trick, deliberately leaving his marks on her smooth, soft back and even her sensitive waist.
Before he could do anything more outrageous, her legs were already so weak that she was covered in mud.
He always knew how to please her and how to make her unable to refuse.
Her clothes were stripped off and fell to the ground. Huo Lan turned her around so that she was facing him.
Whether it was the high temperature in the bathroom or something else, Huo Lan's face flushed uncontrollably, and his eyes darkened drastically.
He held her tightly, as if she were his prey, making her feel as if she were falling into an abyss, unable to escape or hide.
He spoke, his voice deep and husky, burning with desire, and pulled her hand down.
"Your turn, Shi Yuan..."
Her face was flushed, and she avoided his possessive gaze. "Huo Lan... weren't you going to take a bath?"
Huo Lan savored her without restraint, gently caressing and kneading her.
"I can't wait any longer, baby. Ever since you pulled me into your arms last night, I've been holding back."
After saying that, he lifted her up and made her sit on the marble sink. The icy temperature traveled up her skin, making her shiver.
Huo Lan placed a towel under her to prevent her from catching a cold again.
He kissed her passionately, and in that moment of her infatuation, he gently took her, without any obstacles or barriers.
As the skin on her back rubbed against the smooth mirror surface again and again, Jiang Shiyuan felt as if she were on a turbulent sea, being violently tossed about, with waves of dizziness and disorientation washing over her.
"Look, your body is telling you it likes me and can't live without me." Huo Lan picked her up and pressed his forehead against hers. "Why don't you say it with your mouth, hmm?"
Jiang Shiyuan hugged his neck tightly, her face flushed and beautiful. She heard his words but did not respond, which only earned her a malicious glare, causing her to cry out involuntarily.
He reached out and stroked her lower abdomen, feeling it.
“Good boy, tell me you like me too.”
Jiang Shiyuan kept her eyes tightly closed and still didn't answer him. Only a self-deprecating sigh was heard, and a gentle kiss landed on her again.
"It doesn't matter... Anyway, the person I'm with is me, and it will never be anyone else."
Afterwards, Huo Lan carried her into the bathtub and gently washed her.
Her delicate, thin layer of sweat seemed to exude a refreshing fragrance, lingering around his nose and keeping him tense.
After Huo Lan finished bathing Jiang Shiyuan, he picked up a silk nightgown with butterfly embroidery and tied it with ribbons and put it on her. It was their favorite style.
The fabric is as thin as a cicada's wing; it can be easily lifted with a fingertip, revealing snow-white skin that is breathtaking. The slender waist is even more delicate and graceful against the backdrop of the silk.
His Adam's apple bobbed violently, but Jiang Shiyuan seemed somewhat exhausted.
"Sweetie, let's try again, okay? Let's increase the chances..."
After Jiang Shiyuan finished showering, she was mostly clear-headed, but Huo Lan's eyes were still terrifyingly dark.
It's only been half a month since I left, how did I accumulate so much?
"I don't......"
Before she could finish speaking, he silenced her with a kiss. Huo Lan made her straddle him and playfully bounced her around, the thin ribbons hanging down her back fluttering in the breeze, creating a slightly decadent scene.
Ignoring Jiang Shiyuan's attempts to refuse, Huo Lan carried her out of the bathroom and threw her onto the bed.
The soft mattress bounced her up slightly, bringing a swaying sensation.
Huo Lan took off his shirt and pressed down on her again.
Jiang Shiyuan couldn't remember how many times it happened. It wasn't until Huo Lan finally let her go that she felt her legs spinning and the whole world seemed to be in a sticky, viscous state.
Huo Lan changed Jiang Shiyuan into comfortable cotton pajamas, first carrying her to the sofa, then picking out a clean sheet from the closet, making the bed again, before taking her back to bed.
He kissed her contentedly and pulled her into his arms.
"My sweet baby was so amazing today..."
Jiang Shiyuan frowned, and even though she was already exhausted, she still cursed him for being shameless.
Huo Lan nuzzled her cheek, his warm breath brushing against her ear, "Call me husband..."
She turned her head away, only cooperating with the gestures and nothing else. Huo Lan wasn't annoyed; he simply pinched her chin and turned her face back.
"You don't have to call me husband, just say you love me."
Jiang Shiyuan was still breathing softly, and she could clearly see her own face reflected in Huo Lan's eyes, which were so close to hers, but she would no longer pretend to be obedient to coax him.
I don't love you.
A single, concise sentence instantly dispelled the lingering desire between the two.
Huo Lan's face turned cold, his eyes icy: "You don't love me? Then why were you moaning so sweetly just now, and why were you so wet?"
Jiang Shiyuan struggled out of his embrace and turned her back, already having her own thoughts in mind.
Without arguing with him, she simply said softly, "I'm tired, I want to sleep."
She closed her eyes, but heard a rustling of the blankets. Huo Lan got up and went to the study.
Jiang Shiyuan breathed a slight sigh of relief. Just as she was about to get up to get something from the bedside table, she heard Huo Lan's hurried footsteps.
He was holding household registration booklets and other documents, including hers that he had confiscated, which were now being taken out.
Jiang Shiyuan's heart was in her throat, and she vaguely guessed what he was planning to do.
"Our household registration booklets and ID cards are all here. Come with me to the Civil Affairs Bureau tomorrow."
Jiang Shiyuan sat up abruptly from the bed and tried to snatch the documents from Huo Lan's hand, but he held her firmly in his grasp.
"You forced me to do this. You don't love me, do you? I'll make you love me, and I'll make you spend the rest of your life with me."
Huo Lan pressed Jiang Shiyuan onto the bed, making her lie down, and then threatened her, "When you resist me, you should think about the people you care about, such as your family, Cheng Yan, your colleagues in the studio, and everyone you met at the archaeological site... If I want, none of them will have a good time."
"It's because you're disobedient..."
His threats were always so effective that she would give up the struggle instantly.
Sensing that Jiang Shiyuan was no longer resisting, Huo Lan chuckled softly, got into bed, lay down next to her, and pulled her into his arms, but his venomous words still didn't stop.
"I haven't even dealt with the people who helped you escape after you left."
He took her earlobe into his mouth and gently breathed warm air into it. "I'll give you the whole night to think it over carefully. Will you obey me or disobey me?"
Jiang Shiyuan didn't speak or struggle anymore; she simply closed her eyes and forced herself to fall asleep.
Huo Lan felt a pang of sadness in his heart. It turned out that in her heart, they were all more important than him.
But so what? In the end, he will definitely be the one by her side.
"Sleep well, my sweet Shiyuan. After tomorrow, you will be my legal wife..."
Huo Lan tightened his grip on her, "It should have been like this a long time ago. Why bother with all the trouble of throwing you an engagement banquet and announcing it to everyone? We should have just gotten our marriage certificate directly. Nobody would know, but you'd be mine, legally recognized, and belong solely to me..."
He kissed the top of her head, closed his eyes, and said, "...Wife."
At three o'clock in the morning, Jiang Shiyuan woke up in Huo Lan's arms.
He was so exhausted that night that he slept so soundly that she didn't even realize he had moved his hand away from her waist and gotten out of bed.
Jiang Shiyuan opened the third drawer of the bedside table, inside which was a white medicine bottle with the word "vitamins" written on it.
Without hesitation, she unscrewed the bottle cap, poured out two small pills, and without drinking any water, chewed them up and swallowed them.
The bitterness spread in his mouth, but Jiang Shiyuan seemed not to feel it.
It seems she really can't escape it forever.
what to do.
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Author's Note: Just a second ago, Huo Lan was saying: "She's not my wife."
The next second, Huo Lan said: Come with me to the Civil Affairs Bureau.
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