After the marriage, the charming educated youth is eye-catching

"If I don't express my true feelings to you, then something's really wrong." Zhao Huaian took a deep breath. "When I was little, I was too stupid. I didn't know how to pursue girls. I only used those clumsy methods to bully you and get your attention."

"It is precisely because of this that I have been able to stay with you openly for so many years."

"I've always known who you like, so I didn't dare reveal my feelings. I was afraid that I would no longer be qualified to be your only partner."

"But now, you said you wanted to give up on him. I feel like I can't wait any longer. I..."

"I apply for the position where I can stay by your side for the rest of my life."

"Can you... give me this chance?"

The man's affectionate confession echoed in my ears.

Zhong Xuexi was a little at a loss. Her breathing stopped for a few seconds. She felt that everything in front of her was so unreal.

She reached out and pinched Zhao Huaian's face, seemingly using some force, causing him to grimace in pain. "What do you mean by pinching me?"

He quickly pulled his hand back and blinked innocently, "I thought I was dreaming."

Zhao Huaian grabbed her hand and brought it to his face, "Pinch it again, this is real, not a dream."

Zhong Xuexi's eyes fell on the back of the man's hand. Even though they were childhood sweethearts and had done countless intimate things over the years, she felt her heartbeat inexplicably quicken when he simply touched her hand.

She blushed and pulled her hand back, "I...I understand."

Zhao Huaian was itching to know her answer, "Don't avoid my words, even if it means death, you have to give me a quick death, right?"

She lowered her head and stared at her toes, her tone light and contemptuous, "I... I never thought that you would secretly like me for so long. This news is too sudden for me, and I can't give you an answer right now."

"And... and I've learned some things recently, and I'm pretty confused. I've indeed given up on Wei Zhihe, but that doesn't mean I can fall in love with someone else so quickly, so I'm sorry..."

Zhao Huaian breathed a sigh of relief and smiled casually, "It's okay, you don't have to say sorry. It's my fault for being too impatient and not giving you enough time to think about it."

Zhong Xuexi turned around and looked at him.

Even though he concealed it well, Zhong Xuexi still caught the loneliness in his eyes.

"you……"

"I can wait for you. I've waited for so many years, and finally waited until you gave up on him. I will absolutely not give up on you."

Zhong Xuexi's pupils shrank sharply and her heart began beating wildly.

This feeling was something she had never experienced before.

At this moment, she inexplicably felt like crying.

She knew too well the feeling of secretly loving someone. For countless days and nights, the other person's appearance was in her mind whether she opened her eyes or closed them. She clearly wanted to get closer, but she didn't dare to take that step.

You will be obsessed with the other person's words, expression, or even a look, and find it difficult to let go.

She knew better than anyone the helpless and heartbreaking feeling of watching the one she loved fall in love with someone else without reservation.

The corners of her eyes were red, and she seemed to have made up her mind. "Okay, give me some time to think about it."

Zhao Huaian was extremely surprised. He didn't expect her to really give in. "Okay! It's just a matter of time..." He seemed to have thought of something, and his voice trembled. "But don't make me wait too long, because the days of waiting are the most torturous..."

Zhong Xuexi's eyelashes trembled slightly, and she patted his back, "I understand, Teacher Zhao."

Zhao Huaian let go of her and frowned, "Why didn't you call my name?"

Zhong Xuexi turned around and walked towards the teaching building. "I've been shouting for so many years, I'm a little tired of it."

Zhao Huaian chuckled softly and caught up with her. The two walked side by side. "As long as it's what Teacher Xuexi calls out, I like it."

Zhong Xuexi couldn't help but burst out laughing, "Be serious!"

"Very serious."

If he hadn't tried so hard to restrain himself, even though they weren't together yet, Zhao Huaian would have wanted to hold her hand right now.

Zhong Xuexi couldn't help laughing. After being depressed for a few days, she was relieved at this moment.

Maybe she could really start over.

···

Ruan Qing rode his bike back home and saw his parents sitting inside as soon as he entered the house. It was a rare scene.

Mr. Ruan is very busy on weekdays. Although he lives at home, it is basically difficult for him to have a reunion dinner with his family in a week.

Ruan Qing always treated them as NPCs and had basically no feelings towards them. After greeting each other, he planned to return to his room.

But Father Ruan called her first, "Qingqing, come and sit here. Daddy has something to tell you."

Ruan Qing paused, a hint of impatience flashing across his eyes, but he still walked over and sat on the sofa, "What's the matter?"

Father Ruan gave Mother Ruan a wink.

"Qingqing." Mother Ruan walked over to her side with a few photos and sat down, introducing them enthusiastically: "These people are all people your father has chosen specifically for you. Take a look and see if there are any that you like. Ask your father to invite them home to meet you."

Ruan Qing's mouth twitched slightly, it seemed like he wanted her to go on a blind date.

She didn't even glance at the photo and refused, "What do you think? I've already said that I won't marry anyone except Zhong Heyang!"

Ruan's father slammed the table angrily, "Ruan Qing! How long are you going to keep messing around? Before, you and Zhong Heyang were single, and you liked him, so I didn't say anything. But now they're married, and you're still holding on to it. You have no shame, but I, your father, still have some!"

Ruan Qing was not intimidated, "Your face is the most important thing."

"What did you say?" Father Ruan didn't expect that she would dare to talk back.

Ruan's mother quickly intervened, "Qingqing, what are you thinking? Your father and I are also worried about your marriage. As a parent, what parent doesn't want the best for their children?"

"You're so anxious to marry me off, because you think I'm a nuisance to you? Then I can move out."

Ruan Qing had seen through their hypocritical faces long ago and didn't buy it at all.

After all, Mr. Ruan is the head of the family. He has been a powerful figure in the army for many years and cannot tolerate anyone disobeying him.

He angrily scolded: "Ruan Qing! You are almost 30 years old, are you still acting like a child? Who are you trying to scare by saying you're running away from home?"

Ruan Qing wasn't afraid of him at all. "Are you worried that Zhong Heyang will get over you in the future, so you're thinking of using me as a marriage partner to consolidate your position? If you're trying to sell your daughter for fame, don't use the excuse of doing it for my own good. If you're sincere in asking me, I might consider it."

The words fell.

Father Ruan's face turned cold instantly.

He had heard too much flattery over the years, and this was the first time someone dared to expose his thoughts like this.

He stood up in anger and was about to hit Ruan Qing, but was frightened by Ruan Qing's eyes.