Jiang Susu frowned, a hint of anxiety appearing on her soft, fair face. "You...you can't really punish her, can you? She's your own niece."
How can an elder act like this?
"It's alright, that girl is used to it. She's been punished before, so one more time won't make a difference."
Shang Yanxing spoke casually, as if he were saying that the weather was nice today.
Jiang Susu frowned slightly, looked at Shang Yanxing, and still felt that this method was unreliable.
She also quite liked Shang Liqian; she was such a cute little girl. How could they let her take the blame for their own mistakes?
Shang Yanxing, as her uncle, is so ignorant, she can't just follow suit and act recklessly, can she?
Looking at Jiang Susu's embarrassed face, Shang Yanxing asked with concern, "What's wrong, Madam? Why do you seem unhappy?"
Before Jiang Susu could speak, Shang Yanxing narrowed his eyes slightly, as if he had thought of something, and said, "Is it because Qianqian suddenly came over today that you're unhappy? I was really busy and forgot. Xu Ze told me about it this afternoon. I was planning to tell you, but then I forgot. Please don't be angry, Madam. I promise I won't do it again."
Seeing Jiang Susu's anxious expression, Shang Yanxing felt a ripple of emotion in his heart.
Jiang Susu frowned and explained, "It's not that I'm angry because Qianqian suddenly came over, nor is it because you forgot to tell me. I know you're busy, and you certainly wouldn't deliberately not tell me. It's just that I feel it's not right for you to treat Qianqian like this. How can an elder act like this?"
How could he, as the younger brother-in-law, let such a lovely girl take the blame for nothing?
Shang Liqian at least called her "little aunt," and she couldn't do what Shang Yanxing did and watch Shang Liqian be punished.
Shang Yanxing smiled faintly, as if relieved. "I thought Madam was angry with me. I couldn't think of any other way. I had no other choice. Does Madam have any better ideas? Please tell me. I'll listen to Madam's suggestion."
Shang Yanxing handed the decision-making power to Jiang Susu, which ironically made her feel pressured.
Jiang Susu glanced at Shang Yanxing, seemingly a little embarrassed. Her fair face was contorted as she stared at Shang Yanxing. "I don't know either. I can't think of any other way besides sleeping in the same room."
She didn't want to sleep in the same room as Shang Yanxing, but given the current situation, this was the only reasonable solution that wouldn't harm innocent people.
Shang Yanxing raised a sharp eyebrow, his tone tinged with a hint of mockery, "Does Madam mean that we should sleep in the same room?"
When Jiang Susu saw Shang Yanxing's expression, did he misunderstand her?
She quickly explained, "I...I didn't mean that, please don't misunderstand. Even though we're sleeping in the same room, I can sleep on the sofa."
As long as they don't mistakenly think she has ulterior motives.
Shang Yanxing paused, seemingly somewhat displeased, "How can we make Madam sleep on the sofa? If it's really not possible, I'll have Xu Ze send Qianqian back right now, so that Madam won't be put in a difficult position."
As soon as Shang Yanxing finished speaking, he took out his phone, ready to call Xu Ze.
Jiang Susu stopped him in time, "Don't hit her. If you chase her away like this, won't it arouse even more suspicion?" They didn't know if Shang Liqian was just here to have fun or to see the two of them. So if they acted rashly, they might accidentally reveal their secret.
Therefore, Jiang Susu did not agree with Shang Yanxing's approach.
Shang Yanxing was caught in a dilemma. "What should I do? Should I let my wife sleep on the sofa with me? That doesn't quite fit our contract."
Jiang Susu looked at Shang Yanxing with a puzzled expression, "What contract? Does the contract contain any provisions about these things?"
Is there any other regulation she's unaware of? She should have read the contract carefully in the first place.
I feel like I've been scammed.
"The contract says..." Shang Yanxing deliberately dragged out the last syllable, whetting Jiang Susu's appetite. "I have to be a good husband, to fulfill my responsibilities as a husband. So how could I possibly let you suffer and sleep alone on the sofa?"
The girl married him, and he will definitely not let her down.
Jiang Susu was also helpless, "How can there be such a rule? Well, I'll allow you to break the contract this once, and I won't blame you, okay?"
Shang Yanxing shook his head, refusing her understanding. "As you know, I am a businessman and I have no habit of breaking contracts. So, please don't make things difficult for me."
Shang Yanxing looked troubled, leaving Jiang Susu unsure of what to do.
She understood Shang Yanxing; for a businessman, breaking a contract would certainly put him in a difficult position.
She thought for a moment, then tentatively asked, "Then... how about we sleep in the same bed?"
Although it wasn't good, there was nothing she could do.
Shang Yanxing suddenly looked at her. Before he could speak, Jiang Susu explained, "This is the only way I can think of. Don't worry, I sleep very well and definitely won't cross the line. I won't disturb you or cause you any trouble."
Although this was indeed a bit difficult for Shang Yanxing, it was the best solution she could think of.
Hopefully, Shang Yanxing won't think she has ulterior motives.
Shang Yanxing's full, snow-white Adam's apple bobbed, making his voice deep and husky, "Wouldn't Madam think I have ulterior motives if I did that?"
Jiang Susu was somewhat surprised to hear Shang Yanxing's words. Shouldn't she be the one who should be misunderstood? After all, it was she who brought it up.
But Shang Yanxing didn't refuse; she was actually quite happy. "No, I promise I won't. It was my idea in the first place. Even if someone has ulterior motives, shouldn't I be the one suspected?"
Shang Yanxing chuckled softly, "It's good that Madam doesn't think that way."
"So you mean you agree?"
"Yes, madam, but tonight you'll have to share a bed with me." Shang Yanxing looked guilty.
Jiang Susu was still relieved that Shang Yanxing hadn't rejected her. "I'm not wronged, I'm not wronged. I'll go tidy up my room, otherwise it won't be good if Qianqian sees it."
Shang Yanxing nodded and hummed in agreement.
Jiang Susu immediately went upstairs. Not long after she went up, Shang Liqian came out of the kitchen.
"Uncle, can I sleep with Auntie tonight? I'm scared to sleep alone on the third floor."
Upon hearing Shang Liqian's words, Shang Yanxing's eyes dimmed instantly. "You're such a grown-up, and you're still afraid to sleep alone? I never saw you being afraid before."
Shang Liqian was about to argue when Shang Yanxing cut her off, "Your aunt is a light sleeper, she'll probably have insomnia if she sleeps with you. You're so grown up, you should be more sensible. I haven't even had a chance to have children yet, and you're already trying to steal your aunt from me?"
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