After a wealthy woman went bankrupt, her live-in husband became her sugar daddy.

Chapter 208 Treating good intentions as donkey liver and lungs

When I accompanied my grandmother back to the villa, Jiang Yichen had already arrived home. I briefly reported to him on my grandmother's current health condition, and Jiang Yichen's thoughts coincided with mine: if my grandmother was willing to do rehabilitation, then we should arrange it appropriately; if she didn't want to, we shouldn't force her.

Afterwards, I cautiously brought up the incident of running into Lin Nan at the hospital, and how my grandmother introduced me as her granddaughter-in-law, worried that this might cause Lin Nan to misunderstand. I tentatively asked Jiang Yichen, "Should you explain to him to avoid any unnecessary misunderstandings?"

Upon hearing this, Jiang Yichen paused for a moment, then said in a cold tone, "This is my business, you don't need to worry about it."

I pursed my lips, thinking to myself, "I don't want to get involved, but I'm afraid you two will misunderstand and take my good intentions for granted."

That evening, as usual, I prepared to go to my study to rest. I had just opened the door and hadn't even had a chance to lock it when Jiang Yichen walked in. He looked at me with an unwavering determination in his eyes.

“If we sleep in separate rooms, Grandma will worry about our relationship,” Jiang Yichen said, his tone carrying a hint of gentleness.

I was slightly taken aback, but then I understood what he meant. However, I didn't give in immediately. Instead, I took the opportunity to make my own demands: "Then you have to let me go to work normally, otherwise I won't go back to the bedroom."

Jiang Yichen's face instantly darkened. He looked at me, a hint of displeasure flashing in his eyes: "Are you using these to threaten me?"

I gently shook my head, trying to explain, "No, I just hope you can understand that my work is also important to me. I don't want our relationship to affect my career development."

Although I felt a little guilty inside, I still refused to back down and deliberately put on a tough front. Jiang Yichen suddenly stared at me quietly, his gaze deep and complex, making me feel very uncomfortable.

I couldn't help but break the silence: "Why are you looking at me like that?"

Jiang Yichen sighed softly, his tone tinged with helplessness: "Why can't you say a few nice words to coax me? Men are actually very easy to coax, but unfortunately, you've never given me a kind look."

I was stunned; I hadn't expected him to say that.

Looking back carefully, it's true that since we got together, I've rarely given him a kind look, always appearing somewhat guarded and distant.

But this is not because I don't care about him, but because I'm used to protecting myself this way.

I lowered my head, feeling somewhat guilty, and said, "I...I didn't mean to. Maybe I'm just not very good at expressing myself."

Jiang Yichen walked over, gently took my hand, and said with a tender yet firm look in his eyes, "I know you didn't mean it, but I hope we can be more honest with each other in the future. If you're unhappy about something, just say it directly, don't always keep it inside. I will also try my best to do better so that you can feel my love and care."

Looking into his sincere eyes, a warm feeling welled up inside me. I nodded, deciding to let down my guard and try to accept and trust him. Because I knew that only in this way could our relationship truly last.

"I'll go out first, you should get some rest!" Jiang Yichen sighed helplessly when he saw my confused look and left in a hurry.

Jiang Yichen's words were like a pebble thrown into my calm lake, leaving me deeply disturbed. After he left, I remained rooted to the spot, repeatedly pondering his words, trying to grasp their deeper meaning.

After hesitating for a long time, I picked up my phone and called Shen Yan. On the other end of the line, Shen Yan was applying a face mask, and her voice was muffled, but as soon as she heard my question, she immediately perked up and confidently helped me recall how she had treated Jiang Yichen in the past.

"Do you remember that time you lost your temper with him because of work? And that time, you knew he didn't like spicy food, but you still ordered the spiciest hot pot..." Shen Yan recounted as she recalled, and I felt that I was going too far, so I quickly told her to stop.

"Okay, okay, stop talking. I know I was wrong, alright?" I interrupted her somewhat awkwardly.

Shen Yan paused for a moment, then asked cautiously, "Do you really intend to remarry Jiang Yichen?"

My expression darkened, and I sighed, saying, "How could that be? Jiang Yichen and Lin Nan are getting married."

Upon hearing this, Shen Yan remained silent for a moment, then advised me, "Since you're not going to remarry, don't think too much about it. Focus on your future. You're so outstanding, you'll definitely meet someone better."

I nodded, thinking that Shen Yan made a lot of sense.

I can't dwell on the shadows of the past forever; I must bravely face the future.

Although Jiang Yichen was once a very important person in my life, now we both have our own paths to walk.

I will try my best to let go of the past and embrace a new life.

The next morning, sunlight streamed into the dining room through the gaps in the curtains. Jiang Yichen was having breakfast with his grandmother; the atmosphere was warm and peaceful. I slowly walked over and sat down next to Jiang Yichen, deciding to take advantage of his grandmother's presence to bring up my idea again.

"Jiang Yichen, I want to continue working and going to school." I looked at him, my tone firm.

Jiang Yichen frowned slightly, seemingly puzzled by my insistence: "Why won't you listen? What you need right now is rest."

I took a deep breath, recalling Jiang Yichen's words from last night, and a wave of tenderness washed over me. I softened my tone, trying to make my voice sound calm and sincere: "I know you're worried about me, but I really need to continue my work and life. I'll be careful and make sure I don't get hurt."

At this point, I turned to my grandmother, seeking her support: "Grandma, you also want me to have my own life, right?"

Grandma smiled and nodded, her eyes full of love and encouragement: "Yes, child, you have the right to pursue your own happiness and career. Jiang Yichen, just let her go, she will take good care of herself."

Jiang Yichen looked at me, a complex emotion flashing in his eyes. Finally, he seemed to have made a decision, and sighed softly: "Alright, but remember what you said, be sure to be careful."

Hearing this, a warm feeling welled up in my heart, and I looked at Jiang Yichen and Grandma with gratitude: "Thank you, I will."

At that moment, I felt the support and understanding from my family, which strengthened my resolve to keep going. I know that as long as I persevere, I will definitely be able to overcome all difficulties and realize my dream.