Marriage Seduction Addiction

The following morning, Tang Xu finally had the chance to taste the sumptuous breakfast that Lu Xingyan had prepared for Ji Yan, and also witnessed Lu Xingyan's new image in front of Ji Yan.

Well, Lu Xingyan is usually unrestrained and outspoken in front of her, often so sharp-tongued that she can't keep up with his words. This is the first time Tang Xu has seen Lu Xingyan so taciturn.

When Ji Yan first woke up, he only recognized Yan Shiyu, and his understanding of the world was almost a blank. At that time, Lu Xingyan's presence in the ward wasn't too conspicuous, but now, several days have passed, and Ji Yan has developed his own understanding. It would be rather strange for him to remain silent in the ward any longer.

Therefore, most of the time, Lu Xingyan cannot stay in the ward. Only when he personally brings up various dishes during mealtimes does he have the opportunity to show his face in front of Ji Yan.

It has to be said that Lu Xingyan is very dedicated in this regard. The dishes he prepared not only catered to Ji Yan's tastes but also took into account her dietary restrictions and health needs. Ji Yan seemed to have gotten used to his daily meal care and quickly picked out what she wanted to eat from the food.

Because Yan Shiyu went to see the doctor, Tang Xu took over the task of feeding her.

Ji Yan accepted it gently and happily.

Lu Xingyan watched the two of them quietly discussing the food while eating in perfect harmony. Finally, she slowly walked over and said to Ji Yan, "Tell me if there's anything you don't like, or anything you think could be improved, and I'll have the chef keep an eye on it."

Upon hearing this, Ji Yan and Tang Xu exchanged a glance before smiling at him and saying, "Everything is fine. Thank you for your concern."

Tang Xu pointed to the plate of soup dumplings beside her and said, "These aren't sweet enough. Tell your chef to improve the flavor."

Lu Xingyan only gave her a cold glare.

Seeing his attitude, Tang Xu gave a slight snort and didn't bother to say anything more.

He refused to engage with her, and Ji Yan didn't offer him any openings. Lu Xingyan couldn't stand it any longer and soon got up and left the ward.

Ji Yan didn't have a big appetite to begin with, and she finished eating quickly. Tang Xu also ate a little bit, and then prepared to go out to call Lu Xingyan in to get ready, so that he could have another chance to show his face.

Unexpectedly, as soon as she opened the door, Lu Xingyan grabbed her arm and dragged her outside.

"Is this how you treat your friends?" Lu Xingyan asked bluntly.

Tang Xu felt suffocated with anger and retorted without any politeness, "Is this how you treat your friends? Didn't I help you, Lu Xingyan? Don't you even reflect on your attitude?"

Lu Xingyan was speechless for a moment. When she realized what was happening, she couldn't help but turn her face away, feeling depressed and not saying a word.

Tang Xu watched his retreating figure and couldn't help but sigh in her heart.

She could certainly understand how he felt at that moment.

Over the past few days, apart from bringing her food and drinks, he dared not easily step into her world again, and therefore it was difficult for him to establish any image in front of Ji Yan.

It's very likely that in Ji Yan's mind, he was more like Yan Shiyu's assistant.

No wonder he was anxious.

Tang Xu poked him on the head with a finger. "You're still standing there in the hospital, and you won't even move forward. Tomorrow she'll be discharged and move into our house. How are you going to take things any further?"

Upon hearing this, Lu Xingyan immediately turned to look at her, "She's being discharged tomorrow?"

“Yes,” Tang Xu said. “Who would like to stay in the hospital? Yan Shiyu went to ask the doctor for advice, didn’t she? If the treatment she needs can be done at home, then take her home.”

As expected, Lu Xingyan became anxious upon hearing this, his brows furrowing as he stared intently at her, seemingly quite dissatisfied with the decision.

"What's the use of you looking at me?" Tang Xu said. "Whether you agree or not, she will be discharged from the hospital sooner or later. Are you going to keep sending food to the hospital?"

Lu Xingyan's expression immediately turned even more unpleasant.

As they were talking, Yan Shiyu returned to the ward door after finishing his conversation with the doctor. The two men immediately asked him with concern, "How are you?"

Yan Shiyu looked at Tang Xu and said, "It's all been discussed, and he can be discharged this afternoon."

"Okay!" Compared to Lu Xingyan's gloomy face, Tang Xu looked overjoyed and said, "Then after I take Song Luobai to school, I'll go back to Guiyu to tidy up my room!"

"You don't need to clean it up yourself," Yan Shiyu said. "Just send someone over to clean it up."

“That won’t do,” Tang Xu said. “I have to clean it up myself.”

She was overjoyed, but when she turned her head and saw Lu Xingyan's worried face, she could only shrug helplessly.

She was in a hurry to get back to tidy up the room, so she didn't have time to pay much attention to Lu Xingyan. After saying a few words to Ji Yan, she left the hospital not long after. In the afternoon, Tang Xu had just finished tidying up the house when she heard the doorbell ring.

She subconsciously thought that Yan Shiyu had brought Ji Yan back, but when she got to the door, she suddenly realized that if it was Yan Shiyu who brought Ji Yan back, why would he ring the doorbell?
Upon opening the door, the person standing outside was indeed Lu Xingyan.

The moment Tang Xu saw him, the things he planned to do next flashed through her mind almost immediately.

Sure enough, the next moment, Lu Xingyan pointed to the other end of the corridor, "I've moved here too, to the same floor as you. That way, when you're all busy with your own things, I can take care of her."

It was indeed his method and style.

Tang Xu let out a slight breath and said, "It's up to you."

After saying that, she let go of his hand and let him in.

As soon as Lu Xingyan entered the room, she went straight to the room she had prepared for Ji Yan. She looked around inside and out before she could finally relax. When she came out, she opened the door to the study and took a look. To her surprise, she found that there was also a sofa bed in the study, with pillows and bedding on it, clearly prepared for someone to stay in.

"Who is this for?" Lu Xingyan couldn't help but ask.

"Anyway, it's not for you." Tang Xu quickly stepped forward and closed the door, then asked him, "How's it going over there? When can you move in?"

"We're packing it up now," Lu Xingyan said. "It won't be ready until tomorrow at the earliest."

For Tang Xu, this was already quite fast, but hearing the regret in Lu Xingyan's words, she was too lazy to say anything more to him.

Because there were many things to take care of when moving, Lu Xingyan didn't stay for long before going off to do her own thing. By the time Yan Shiyu returned with Ji Yan, Tang Xu had just finished replacing all the flowers inside and outside the house, giving the whole house its best look.

Ji Yan followed Yan Shiyu quietly and obediently into the house. She walked to the island counter, gently sniffed the newly replaced flowers, and then looked around at the decorations before asking, "Is this your new home?"

Upon hearing this, Tang Xu immediately stood in front of her and asked, "What do you mean by 'our new home'? Isn't your brother's home your home too?"

Ji Yan met Tang Xu's slightly tense gaze, remained silent for a moment, and then smiled softly.

Tang Xu then laughed, walked behind her and pushed her shoulder, "Come on, let me show you your room."

Yan Shiyu stood behind the two, watching their actions, and only smiled faintly.

When Tang Xu settled Ji Yan in her room and came out to pour her some water, she saw Yan Shiyu standing at the door of the study, looking at the things inside, seemingly lost in thought.

Tang Xu immediately ushered him into the study, closed the door, and then looked at him with some hesitation. After a long pause, she finally spoke, "I just feel... she's finally back, and it seems a little strange if we act too affectionate in front of her..."

Yan Shiyu waited quietly for her to finish speaking before asking, "What's strange about it?"

"It'll be a little awkward!" Tang Xu looked at him. "She's your sister and also my good friend. Anyway... I'm sorry to trouble you to stay in the study for a while!"

Tang Xu didn't know how to clearly explain the inexplicable sense of shame in her heart. She felt that it was already a miracle and a blessing that the three of them could live under the same roof... Right now, everything should be based on Ji Yan's comfort, and everything else should take a back seat.

Since she had made the request and made arrangements, Yan Shiyu didn't say anything more. However, after he entered the study, he didn't close the door again. When Ji Yan came out of the room, she naturally saw the whole picture of his study.

"Brother?" Ji Yan was clearly surprised. "Why are there bed sheets and blankets in your study? Will you live here?"

Upon hearing this, Yan Shiyu responded lightly, saying, "I sometimes stay here when I'm busy late."

"Oh." Ji Yan responded softly, walked in and looked around the book collection. After picking out two books and asking Yan Shiyu to help her find e-books, her gaze inadvertently fell on the sofa bed next to her and looked at it several times.

When she walked into the living room, Tang Xu was cutting fruit at the island counter. Seeing her come out, he immediately smiled and said, "The wax apples are of good quality today. Since you like them, I'll cut you a lot."

"Mmm," Ji Yan responded softly, then suddenly asked, "How was your sleep?"

Tang Xu was a little confused as to why she suddenly asked this question. "It's good sometimes and bad sometimes. After all, I'm past the age of being carefree. I don't have many days when I can sleep through the night anymore."

“That’s true,” Ji Yan agreed, then asked, “What about my brother? Does he usually sleep well?”

"He usually sleeps for very short periods, he always falls asleep after I do, and he's already up before I wake up..." Tang Xu seemed to realize something at this point, but the words were already out in the open, and there was no going back. She could only grit her teeth and say the last few words, "Get up..."

Ji Yan clearly saw the fleeting embarrassment in her eyes, chuckled, and then said, "Then you should advise him to sleep less in the study. Sofa beds don't provide much support, and sleeping on them too much is bad for his back."

Tang Xu replied somewhat vaguely, "We'll see." (End of Chapter)