Reborn and married in a swapped marriage, my aloof husband is too ruthless.

Su Jinxin sneaked into the study again in the dark. This time she was smarter and deliberately chose the middle of the night when everyone in the Yan family was sleeping like logs.

She was as light as a swallow, her movements even more skillful than before, like a slippery eel, easily dodging the night patrol guards.

She had just slipped into the study and hadn't even had time to light the lamp when an old voice came from the darkness: "Young mistress, what brings you here so late at night?"

Su Jinxin was so frightened she almost died on the spot; her heart was pounding like a gong.

Is this old guy an owl?

By the faint moonlight from the window, she could see that the person who came was none other than the strict and rigid head butler of the Yan family.

Several servants were also present, holding lanterns and looking on with expressions of "spectators".

Good heavens, they've arrested her like a thief!

Su Jinxin felt like an unlucky guy caught red-handed, a scene that couldn't be more embarrassing.

She awkwardly tugged at the corners of her mouth, trying to remain calm, while inwardly screaming: Good heavens, are you kidding me?

"Butler, you've misunderstood!" Su Jinxin instantly got into character, her eyes slightly reddening, on the verge of tears. "I'm just... worried about my husband... He's so ill, yet... he's still handling official business late at night... I... I feel sorry for him..."

The head steward of the Yan family looked at her with suspicion. After all, this young mistress had only been married into the family for a few days and had already caused quite a bit of trouble. Who knew what she was up to?

But Su Jinxin's tearful appearance made him reluctant to criticize her too much.

“It’s good that the young mistress cares about the master,” the butler’s tone softened. “However, the master’s study is a restricted area, and no one may enter without permission.”

Su Jinxin nodded obediently, thinking to herself: Next time, next time I will definitely choose a different place!

"I understand, butler. I just...acted rashly..."

"In that case, young mistress should go back and rest early." The butler waved his hand, signaling the servants to see Su Jinxin off.

Su Jinxin left the study, glancing back every few steps, inwardly cursing her bad luck.

Just as she was about to go back to her room to sleep, she heard a gentle voice behind her: "Young Madam, please wait."

Su Jinxin turned around and saw Mr. Li emerge from the shadows... He slowly said, "A visit so late at night shows that the young mistress has a sincere heart for the young master."

Mr. Li smiled slightly, his tone as gentle as a spring breeze in March: "Young Master must have felt the young mistress's concern for him." He paused, then added seemingly unintentionally, "Young Master seems to have drunk an extra bowl of medicine today compared to usual."

Su Jinxin's heart skipped a beat. Had she drunk an extra bowl?

She personally watched the maid feed Yan Cheng'an his medicine spoonful by spoonful; there was absolutely no way he would drink more.

Unless... he's not sick at all?

The thought exploded in Su Jinxin's mind like a bomb.

Goodness, they're quite the actor!

That acting...

"I...I was just confused because I was worried..." Su Jinxin tried to hide her excitement and maintain a calm demeanor, but she had already started to make plans in her mind.

It seems that her sickly husband is more cunning than she imagined!

Back in her room, Su Jinxin lay on the bed, but couldn't fall asleep.

Yan Cheng'an's secret is like a huge mystery, attracting her to keep exploring.

What is he hiding?

What was his purpose in faking illness?

What exactly is he planning?

These questions lingered in her mind, refusing to leave.

No, she had to find a way to completely uncover the mystery!

She tossed and turned until dawn before finally drifting off to sleep.

The next morning, Su Jinxin woke up with dark circles under her eyes.

She rubbed her sore eyes and silently vowed in her heart: Yan Chengan, you just wait!

I'm going to strip you bare!

She summoned Cui'er and instructed her, "Luoluo, go and prepare a set of men's clothing for me."

Cui'er asked with a puzzled look, "Young Madam, why do you need men's clothing?"

Su Jinxin smiled mysteriously: "I have a brilliant plan."

She got up and walked to the dressing table. Looking at herself in the mirror, a sly glint flashed in her eyes.

"Let's go and meet my good husband."

She paused, a playful smile curving her lips. "I want to see if his illness is real or not."

Just then, a series of light footsteps came from outside the door, followed by a high-pitched voice: "Oh, my dear madam, you're up? The old lady has been talking about you!"

Su Jinxin raised an eyebrow. Who else could be this sarcastic and strange-looking person but the stern old face of the Yan family's head butler?

"The old lady is talking about me? I'm afraid someone is gossiping about her." She said casually as she slowly dressed in men's clothing.

Green Ivy, quick-witted as ever, immediately chimed in, "That's right! The young mistress rarely leaves the house, what could possibly be going on? Some people just have nothing better to do than eat and be bored!"

Upon hearing this, the head butler's face darkened: "Miss Green Ivy, you can eat whatever you want, but you can't say whatever you want! How dare you be so insolent in front of the Old Madam!"

Su Jinxin sneered, "I'd like to ask who's been spreading rumors in front of the old lady? I, Su Jinxin, have nothing to hide!" After changing into men's clothing, Su Jinxin turned around in front of the mirror and nodded in satisfaction.

This men's clothing made her look dashing and heroic, with the demeanor of a refined gentleman.

When they arrived at the old lady's courtyard, just as expected, several of the Yan family's sisters-in-law were sitting there, each with a mournful face. Anyone who didn't know better would think that someone in the family had died.

"Oh, my dear wife, you've finally come!" Upon seeing Su Jinxin, a woman dressed in her finest attire immediately cried out, "You must stand up for us!"

Su Jinxin thought to herself: What a drama queen!

His expression remained unchanged as he calmly asked, "What has happened to cause you all such grief?"

“You’re newly married, and all you think about is running around outside, ignoring Cheng’an’s illness. This…this is outrageous!” Another woman wiped away her tears, her tone full of reproach.

Su Jinxin sneered inwardly, but feigned a wronged expression: "I...I just wanted to go out for a walk to clear my head..."

"Take a break? I think you're looking for a new love!" a sarcastic voice rang out.

Su Jinxin's eyes turned cold as she looked at the person who spoke. It was the eldest daughter-in-law of the Yan family, and also the most troublesome one among this group.

“Sister-in-law, you are mistaken. My husband and I are deeply in love. How could I do such a thing?”

"Mutual affection? Ha! In your opinion, you married a sickly man. How could there be any mutual affection?" The eldest wife made no attempt to hide her sarcasm.

Su Jinxin took a deep breath, about to retort, when she heard the old lady slowly say, "Shut up, all of you!" Her sharp gaze swept over everyone, finally landing on Su Jinxin, "Jinxin, you tell me, what exactly happened?"

Su Jinxin calmly explained her desire to investigate Yan Chengan's illness, and clearly analyzed her understanding of the condition. Finally, she said, "Your wife is only worried about your husband's illness and has no other thoughts."

After listening, the old lady pondered for a moment, then looked at the head butler: "What did Mr. Li say?"

The head butler dared not conceal anything and repeated Mr. Li's words.

The old lady nodded: "Jinxin is showing her filial piety, yet you are making unfounded accusations here. What kind of behavior is this!"

She sternly reprimanded her sisters-in-law, then said to Su Jinxin, "Jinxin, I understand your good intentions. In the future, if anything happens, just tell me directly. Don't pay attention to these gossipy people."

Su Jinxin obediently responded, but secretly breathed a sigh of relief.

Luckily, she was prepared, otherwise it would have been difficult for her to escape.

She curtsied and was about to take her leave when she heard the old lady say, "By the way, Jinxin, why don't you stay here tonight and chat with me?"

Su Jinxin was slightly taken aback, then smiled and said, "Yes, Madam." But a question flashed through her mind: why did the old lady suddenly want her to stay overnight?

In the dead of night, Su Jinxin lay in bed, but couldn't fall asleep.

She got up and walked to the window, gazing at the bright moonlight outside, feeling a vague unease in her heart.

"Green Ivy..." she called softly.

"Miss, what's wrong?" Green Ivy groggily opened her eyes.

“I…” Su Jinxin paused, “I’m a little thirsty, could you go get me a glass of water?” Green Ivy rubbed her sleepy eyes and went to get some water, but Su Jinxin put on her coat and quietly left the room.

She was going to Yan Cheng'an's room. She always felt that there was something strange about Yan Cheng'an's "illness" and she had to find out the truth today!

"Looks like I need to find an opportunity to have a good 'talk' with him..." Su Jinxin muttered to herself, a meaningful smile playing on her lips.