Chapter 19: Singing with a mute and dancing with a disabled person.
Fortunately, Li Jichuan didn't seem to care much about such things.
Instead, he found it amusing and teased Su Pu a few more times until the little mute boy turned completely red and turned his back to him. Only then did he stop.
Once they confirmed that Su Pu's stomach pain had subsided, they turned off the bedside lamp and both drifted off to sleep.
Su Pu thought that her sleep had improved after marrying the person she loved most.
Those disturbing nightmares will gradually fade away from him.
However, no, the pain of the past became a scar branded on his soul, no matter how far he went or what his circumstances were.
Everything will change. It will haunt him like a shadow.
In my dream, my mother was sitting on the sofa in the old house, smiling at me with her arms crossed.
That smile was full of mockery, as if to say: You can't escape.
"Have you been having a good time these past few days?"
Mom snorted.
"Su Pu, how dare you be happy?"
"You think you're worthy of dating?"
"What, you don't remember anything about the things you did?"
"You think nobody knows? Mom knows everything!"
His mother's voice was casual, yet like several venomous snakes, it moved and coiled around his neck.
With increasing force...
"Su Pu, you don't deserve happiness, you're not destined for it!"
"Do you really think he would like you? What are you dreaming about? He's just disabled now. Do you think someone as capable as him would be confined to a wheelchair for the rest of his life?"
"Once he recovers, someone will immediately swarm him. At that time, he will not only party every night and be a womanizer like your father... but he might also kick you to the curb!"
"Why are you being so nice to him now? He's just destined to be thrown away! We're practically of the same mind, mother and son, yet we always end up fantasizing about people who wouldn't even give us a second glance..."
Su Pu shook his head desperately.
No, no.
Li Jichuan is different; he is a kind and gentle person. You have all misunderstood him.
Even if he doesn't like me, he doesn't like me...
As he thought this, the venomous snake coiled around his neck gradually loosened its grip, choking him and preventing him from breathing.
Yes, what reason does Li Jichuan have to like him?
In this relationship, he is destined not to get what he wants.
He always knew.
So, should we still try harder?
My breathing grew weaker and weaker, and my vision gradually blurred, even my mother became a shocking red blob.
Hot tears streamed down my face, dripping and dripping.
Before the world was plunged into complete darkness, Su Pu recalled a moment and suddenly began to struggle violently.
No, that's not it.
Li Jichuan wasn't indifferent to him; he helped him out of a predicament, praised his coffee, and accompanied him to cheer on Ouyang.
She would also rub his stomach.
Li Jichuan was not heartless. Despite the passage of time and changes in circumstances, he remained as gentle as ever.
He hasn't changed!
He struggled more and more fiercely, and finally, he tore off the venomous snake wrapped around his neck and threw it away violently.
A glimmer of light appeared on the horizon, and Su Pu turned around and strode toward it.
He wanted to escape.
He must escape this nightmare!
He can't be trapped inside forever!
...
As she approached the light, Su Pu opened her eyes.
It was pitch black all around, and all I could hear was Li Jichuan's even breathing.
Su Pu composed herself and turned over to get her phone.
It was not yet five o'clock, not yet Li Jichuan's usual wake-up time.
Su Pu was drenched in a cold sweat, and even though he was now fully awake, cold sweat continued to pour down his forehead and back.
He lay in bed for a while, then got up early and took a shower.
After all, I still need to accompany Li Jichuan during his rehabilitation later!
Su Pu hoped that every time Li Jichuan saw her, she would at least be clean and presentable.
In this way, when they part ways in the future, Li Jichuan will occasionally think of him and retain some good impressions.
Soon, the sound of water could be heard from the bathroom.
Li Jichuan, still under the covers, slowly opened his eyes.
Su Pu had a nightmare, a very terrifying nightmare.
He had nightmares almost every night, something Li Jichuan had noticed long ago.
But that night, Su Pu burst into tears, her tears falling onto her pillow like a broken string of pearls.
Although Li Jichuan couldn't see, he could hear the muffled sound of tears falling onto the pillow.
It seems that Su Pu's nightmares were particularly severe that night...
What nightmare are you having?
Why does Su Pu's smile always conceal a sadness that is hard to ignore?
Li Jichuan let out a long sigh of relief.
Although I know that this little mute girl is not well-liked by her family and has a submissive personality, she never knows how to fight back for herself.
But beyond that, how much unspeakable pain and burden does Su Pu still have?
Why is it so heavy, so heavy that he has nightmares every night, struggles constantly, and even lies on top of himself?
At the same time, Li Jichuan also realized a grim fact—
The mute boy had only been living here for a few days, but he already couldn't bear to sleep alone.
Li Jichuan lay silently on the bed, listening to the endless sound of water coming from the bathroom, and sighed helplessly.
...
At 2 PM sharp, Su Pu clocked in at the coffee shop.
Su Pu didn't sleep well last night, and she felt a little listless and confused.
However, when he met Ouyang, he realized what true "listlessness" really meant.
Ouyang, who had just been rejected in public the night before, still had to drag her broken spirit to work today. The sky had fallen!
Ouyang was, after all, a naive college student who couldn't hide anything. It was the first time Su Pu had ever clearly seen what "broken" meant on someone's face.
During a break, Su Pu patted him on the shoulder to offer some words of comfort.
"I know, what she did was actually quite dignified; I was just too rash. Confessing your feelings in public always puts a lot of pressure on the other person..."
"Don't always blame yourself," Su Pu comforted him.
"Brother Su, I really feel so useless..."
As Ouyang spoke, his eyes began to redden.
"My feelings for her have brought her such a heavy burden. These days, not only will I feel awkward, but Qiuqiu will also feel very awkward."
"And it wasn't until I got back to the dorm that I remembered, the friend you brought is Li Jichuan, right? The heir of the Li family..."
Su Pu paused, not expecting that Li Jichuan's affairs would still be involved at this critical juncture.
“I keep saying I want to join the Li family, but when their crown prince is sitting right in front of me, I don’t even realize it. I really feel so stupid…”
Su Pu was a little unsure how to comfort her.
Even if we take a step back and assume the worst, it's still quite bizarre for the heir to the prestigious Li Group to appear at A University's summer soccer tournament.
So why did Li Jichuan suddenly agree to come and keep him company?
"Brother, I feel so bad. My whole life feels so bleak. Is this how my life will always be?"
Ouyang suddenly broke down emotionally, squatting on the ground and sobbing uncontrollably.
Su Pu gently patted his head.
Life has many detours, that's normal.
No one can stay in a good mood all the time, and Su Pu can understand occasional mood swings and confusion.
He let Ouyang cry for a while until the break was almost over, and Ouyang sensibly adjusted her emotions.
After all, the work that needs to be done still needs to be done.
"Thanks, bro."
Ouyang wiped away his tears and said in a thick nasal voice.
Um, there's something I'd like to ask you for help with...
Su Pu seized the opportunity to make a suggestion.
If it goes smoothly, it should help you change your mood, but it will be a bit tiring...
Ouyang sniffed.
"Alright, Brother Su, stop with all this talk of helping or not, it's all useless stuff. Your business is my business!"
Su Pu's lips curled into a smirk.
This really isn't his business...
"But Brother Su, in exchange, can you promise me one thing?"
Su Pu raised her face and looked at him with a puzzled expression.
Ouyang smiled guiltily.
"I'm in a bad mood and need to vent. Can you keep me company? Mainly, just keep an eye on me so I don't get drunk and do something reckless and harass other girls..."
Su Pu smiled sincerely.
Sure, I promise to keep an eye on you and your phone.
...
It was another meeting that lasted three hours.
As the meeting ended, various data kept replaying in Li Jichuan's mind, and a headache began to flare up.
Back in his office, his secretary had already prepared coffee for him.
You can tell which "master" made it just by looking at the cup.
Li Jichuan smiled and took a sip of his now-cold coffee.
Delicious!
What is Su Pu doing now?
Are you standing under a tall coffee machine, so busy that your feet barely touch the ground?
Every time Li Jichuan thought about Su Pu's workload, he couldn't help but feel sorry for her.
It's as if he's not the one who works 14 hours a day.
Li Jichuan picked up his phone, intending to send a message to Su Pu, inviting him to ride home with him.
However, he had just told Su Pu a few nights ago that their marriage was only to appease his grandfather.
Now that we're taking someone home with us, won't that be a burden on the little mute boy?
Won't people think I'm difficult to deal with...?
It was clearly the little mute girl who went to great lengths to seduce him first...
At this juncture, he couldn't send the wrong signal and let the little mute think that he would fall so easily.
Li Jichuan's mind raced. Perhaps the family party was just a pretext, a trick to lower his guard...
He won't give in so easily!
That's what I think.
Soon, a call notification appeared on the phone screen.
Li Jichuan answered the phone, "Uncle Wang..."
"Xiao Chuan, are you and Mr. Su going out tonight too?"
Li Jichuan's breath hitched. "No."
"Oh, Mr. Su must have plans with someone else. He just texted to say he won't be home for dinner and told us not to prepare any food for him..."
“Really?” Li Jichuan straightened his tie. “Did he say where he was going?”
"No, that's why I thought you two were going on a date, just like yesterday."
Uncle Wang's words were full of hidden meaning. Li Jichuan sat upright, and suddenly the image of the dark room last night, with Su Pu suddenly leaning in front of him, flashed through his mind.
Su Pu, do you go on dates like this with other people?
At this moment, Uncle Wang said something else.
"You said Mr. Su has been here for so many days, but that family seems to have never come to see him or shown any concern for him... What is his relationship with his family really like?"
This reminder instantly snapped Li Jichuan out of his daze, his whole body tensing up.
Yes, Su Pu did accept the Su family's card after all, and promised to bring him to their party to make a good impression.
In the end, they only took him to watch a football game.
How did the little mute boy finally explain things to his family?
The Su family's domineering and tyrannical nature is well-known throughout Yuncheng. Will they just kidnap the little mute girl and settle scores with her?
So, Su Pu might be in danger right now...
Li Jichuan gave a perfunctory reply and quickly hung up the phone.
The next second, he immediately dialed Su Pu's number.
Concern can cloud judgment; even though I can't hear Su Pu's voice, I must ensure his safety.
However, no one answered the phone after several attempts.
Li Jichuan was so anxious that he remotely controlled the wheelchair to move it out. As the elevator descended, the little mute finally responded to him.
It turned out to be a phone call as well.
As soon as the call connected, Ouyang's heart-wrenching singing voice immediately filled the receiver.
"The person I love is not my lover..."
Li Jichuan: "..."
"Su Pu, are you listening?"
"If you're there, tap the microphone twice."
His heart pounded, and Li Jichuan forced himself to calm down.
A moment later.
Beep—beep—
Two deep, resonant sounds traveled through the receiver into Li Jichuan's heart.
He finally felt relieved.
Thankfully, his little mute wasn't kidnapped by the Su family.
"Why didn't you answer the phone for so long?!"
Li Jichuan breathed a sigh of relief, but there was still a hint of reproach in his tone.
Su Pu sent him a message to explain.
[Ouyang was in a bad mood, so I went to the karaoke bar with him. It was too noisy, so I didn't hear anything.]
Li Jichuan was finally relieved and even made a phone call to a mute person.
"Are you in a bad mood because you broke up with your boyfriend?"
"Knock once if yes, knock twice if no."
Du—
Knock knock—
Su Pu knocked three times.
Yes and no.
Ouyang was not only sad because of her breakup, but also because she failed to recognize Li Jichuan. She kept doubting herself, feeling that she was blind to his talent and that she couldn't seize the opportunity that was right in front of her.
When you're young, everything seems so important.
It feels like the end of the world whenever something goes wrong.
In fact, once you mature a bit more, you'll realize that it's not a big deal. There are many other parts to life, and you don't need to deny your entire life because of a temporary setback.
Su Pu and Li Jichuan both understood this principle; Ouyang might be a little behind...
Li Jichuan chuckled on the other end of the line and got into the car.
"It seems that Ouyang is in a bad mood?"
"Send me the address, I'll come and talk to him..."
Um?
Was Li Jichuan really this enthusiastic?
Su Pu muttered a couple of things to himself, but didn't suspect anything.
My husband must have his reasons for saying that!
I obediently sent my location.
Even after hanging up the phone, Li Jichuan's lips were still curled up in a smile.
The driver had been with him for three years, and recently he had been smiling much more often than before.
They might even fall asleep in the car.
This was something he had never seen before!
This wedding was really a great one.
The driver saw through the deception but didn't say anything. He noted down the new address, stepped on the gas, and sped off...
...
As they approached the KTV, Su Pu suddenly sent them a message.
Mr. Li, Ouyang dragged me somewhere else again.
Li Jichuan raised an eyebrow.
【where? 】
Su Pu sent a new location; it was a bar not far from the KTV they had just visited.
He insisted on dragging me to drink...
Li Jichuan quickly sent the new address to the driver while trying to calm Su Pu down.
I'll be there soon, so don't get drunk.
The little mute replied, and seemed quite proud of himself.
Don't worry, I can hold my liquor pretty well!
Sure enough, when Li Jichuan remotely controlled the wheelchair into the bar, he saw Ouyang swaying his body in a daze on the dance floor.
Across from him, Su Pu, his face flushed, was clutching a bottle of wine and grinning foolishly.
Li Jichuan: "..."
Is this because he has a high alcohol tolerance?
He didn't even make it until he arrived...
Upon seeing Li Jichuan appear, Ouyang Wu stopped dancing and swayed back to their booth.
"Mr. Li..."
"Yesterday it was me, hiccup, I was blind to your greatness..."
Li Jichuan glanced at him, snorted coldly, and couldn't help but fix his gaze on Su Pu, who was grinning foolishly.
How can someone be so cute even when drunk?!
"President Li, why are you staring at my brother Su? I... I'm talking to you..."
Ouyang leaned into the booth sofa and lay down, asking indistinctly.
"Do you think I'm good?"
"Me, hiccup, do I have potential?"
Li Jichuan didn't even bother to look at him, and nodded perfunctorily.
"have!"
Although, sober people should try to avoid arguing with drunkards.
However, Ouyang's strength should not be underestimated.
Singing to a mute person and dancing with a disabled person.
Ouyang is quite imaginative.
Looking at the dizzy Su Pu, Li Jichuan couldn't help but laugh out loud.
Life can be truly absurd at times, but it can also be quite interesting.
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