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

Su Jinxin felt like an ant on a hot pan; Yan Cheng's act of being sick was really convincing!

She sees doctors during the day and is lively and energetic at night, she's really making everyone's heads spin!

While she was internally complaining, she was also plotting how to make him give himself away.

The opportunity finally came.

Green Ivy came in carrying a bowl of medicine, saying that the doctor had specifically instructed her to watch Yan Cheng'an drink it.

Su Jinxin had a sudden idea and winked at Cui'er: "Cui'er, why don't you go and rest for a while? I'll take care of the young master." Although Cui'er was a little confused, she obediently went out.

Only Su Jinxin and Yan Chengan remained in the room.

Su Jinxin walked to the bedside and looked at him with a half-smile: "Young Master Yan, acting must be exhausting."

Yan Cheng'an suddenly opened his tightly closed eyes, a hint of surprise flashing in them, but he quickly regained his composure.

He didn't speak, but just quietly looked at Su Jinxin, as if assessing what she would say next.

“I know you’re not sick,” Su Jinxin said directly and confidently.

"Besides, you have even bigger plans, don't you?"

A hint of admiration flashed in Yan Cheng'an's eyes. This woman was even smarter than he had imagined.

He slowly sat up, his previous sickly appearance completely gone, replaced by the aura of a superior, making him a completely different person from before.

"Miss Su truly has a discerning eye."

Su Jinxin was secretly delighted; it seemed she had made the right bet.

A slight smile played on her lips: "Since we've come this far, why don't we speak frankly and openly?"

Yan Chengan chuckled lightly, a hint of amusement in his eyes: "What does Miss Su want to say?"

“I want to say…” Su Jinxin paused, staring intently at Yan Chengan, “Let’s cooperate.”

Yan Chengan raised an eyebrow and asked with interest, "Oh? Cooperation? Miss Su means..."

Su Jinxin took a step forward, leaned closer to Yan Chengan, and said in a low voice, "Help me, and help yourself too." She paused for a moment, and then said, word by word, "Together, let's get back everything that's owed to us."

Yan Cheng'an looked at Su Jinxin, who was so close to him, and a barely perceptible glint flashed in his eyes.

He reached out his hand, gently…

...He gently pinched Su Jinxin's chin, his eyes deep: "Miss Su, you are very interesting."

Su Jinxin was taken aback by his sudden action, and her heart began to beat faster.

This man's mood changes faster than turning the pages of a book!

One second she was sickly, the next second... she started flirting?

"Young Master Yan, you flatter me." Su Jinxin tried her best to remain calm and subtly looked away. "More importantly, let's talk about the cooperation first." (Inner monologue: What's going on here?)

Flirt with me?

Flirt with me?

!

Sisters, I need help urgently!

Yan Chengan chuckled, released Su Jinxin, and a hint of appreciation flashed in his eyes.

“Miss Su, you are bolder than I imagined,” he said slowly. “I do have some plans, and you might be able to help me.”

Next, Yan Chengan confessed to Su Jinxin that he was not really terminally ill, but was biding his time and secretly accumulating strength.

He needs someone as smart and courageous as Su Jinxin to help him complete his plan.

Su Jinxin listened with great interest, feeling as if she were watching a thrilling spy movie!

"So," Yan Chengan looked at Su Jinxin, a serious look in his eyes, "are you willing to cooperate with me?"

"Of course," Su Jinxin agreed without hesitation.

This is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity!

She can not only get revenge, but also achieve great things. Just thinking about it is exciting!

Yan Cheng'an nodded in satisfaction: "Very good. So, from now on, we are..." He paused, a meaningful smile playing on his lips, "...partners."

Su Jinxin smiled, her eyes sparkling with confidence: "It's a pleasure to work with you." She extended her hand and shook hands firmly with Yan Cheng'an.

At that moment, an unspoken understanding seemed to form between the two.

They know that the road ahead is long, full of challenges and unknowns, but they are ready to fight side by side.

“Oh, right,” Yan Chengan suddenly spoke, breaking the brief silence between the two. He looked at Su Jinxin, a hint of tenderness in his eyes, “There’s one more thing…”

He paused for a moment, his tone becoming somewhat mysterious, "Actually, I..." When Green Ivy brought in the bird's nest soup, she almost thought she had entered the wrong room.

My young lady and son-in-law... they're actually here!

Down!

chess!

Moreover, the son-in-law's complexion was so rosy, as if he had secretly eaten candied fruit; there was no sign of him being terminally ill.

Could it be that I've been possessed by an evil spirit?

Green Ivy rubbed her eyes hard to make sure she wasn't seeing things before cautiously stepping forward: "Miss, the bird's nest soup is ready."

Su Jinxin placed a piece, a slight smile playing on her lips: "Just leave it."

She turned to look at Yan Cheng'an, her tone teasing: "Young Master Yan, your 'illness' has healed quite quickly."

Yan Chengan chuckled, picked up the black piece, and his eyes deepened: "Miss Su, you're wronging me."

My "illness," while not entirely feigned, and not terminally ill, does involve a potent poison, just not as the rumors suggest.

He placed a piece on the board, his tone becoming more serious, "The poison in my body flares up on the fifteenth of every month, causing unbearable pain. If it weren't for this, I wouldn't have chosen this path."

Su Jinxin was startled; this plot development was quite exciting!

"Then...why are you telling me all this?"

"Because I believe you."

Yan Cheng'an's gaze was intense, carrying a hint of barely perceptible tenderness. "Moreover, we need to face the challenges ahead together."

He explained that everyone in the Yan family, and even those in the imperial court, thought he was sickly and weak. Now that he had suddenly "recovered," it would probably arouse suspicion and fear among many people.

They need a reasonable explanation, and... to deal with the potential threat.

"challenge?"

Su Jinxin raised her eyebrows, a hint of excitement flashing in her eyes. She loved challenges!

"Young Master Yan, please speak frankly."

The two then began to discuss countermeasures.

With her memories from her past life and her keen business acumen, Su Jinxin offered many constructive suggestions, which made Yan Cheng'an look at her with even greater admiration.

This woman is a real gem!

"Brilliant! Miss Su, your 'deceiving the heavens and crossing the sea' trick is absolutely brilliant!" Yan Chengan couldn't help but exclaim, his eyes sparkling with admiration.

Su Jinxin's lips curled up slightly, revealing a confident smile: "Just basic operation."

Inner monologue: Back in the day, I was a powerful business queen. This little trick is nothing!

As the plan gradually came together, Su Jinxin also began to feel that her status in the Yan family was quietly changing.

Those who once treated her coldly and looked down on her now begin to respect her.

As night deepened, Yan Cheng'an looked at the intelligent and courageous woman before him and felt a strange sensation welling up inside him.

He spoke slowly: "Tomorrow, we will appear before everyone hand in hand..."

Su Jinxin smiled slightly, her eyes shining with determination: "Okay."

She got up and walked towards the door, but suddenly stopped and turned back to look at Yan Cheng'an.

"By the way, Young Master Yan..."

She paused, her tone carrying a hint of playfulness.

"Are you sure they can handle... this 'surprise'?" The next morning, a tense atmosphere filled the Yan residence.

The servants whispered among themselves, speculating whether the bird's nest soup they had last night contained some kind of "miracle drug" that had made their sickly son-in-law look radiant overnight, even more energetic than if he had been given a shot of chicken blood!

When Yan Chengan and Su Jinxin appeared hand in hand before everyone, the entire scene froze instantly, utterly silent.

The prayer beads in Madam Yan's hand fell to the ground with a "clatter," her eyes widened like copper bells, and her mouth opened wide enough to fit an egg.

The other members of the Yan family also had expressions of disbelief, as if they had all been frozen in place.

Yan Chengan cleared his throat; his voice was loud and clear, full of energy, showing no trace of his frailty.

"Everyone, I have gathered you all here today to announce something. Cheng'an is in good health and will be managing the Yan family affairs together with Jinxin from now on. I hope you will all give us your full support."

These words struck like a thunderbolt, exploding in everyone's ears.

what? !

Not only has the sickly man recovered, but he also wants to seize power?!

And she has to be with this female merchant?!

Madam Yan was the first to regain her senses, pointing a trembling finger at Su Jinxin, her old face flushed red: "This...this...how can this be proper!"

Su Jinxin smiled slightly, neither humble nor arrogant: "Madam, Cheng'an is in good health and is contributing to the Yan family. Isn't that a good thing?"

Yan Chengan grasped Su Jinxin's hand, his eyes resolute: "Grandmother, my mind is made up."

Before Old Madam Yan could say anything more, Yan Chengze from the eldest branch of the family interrupted her: "Grandmother, it's naturally a good thing that my brother has recovered. Besides, my sister-in-law is quite talented, and she will surely be a great help to the Yan family." His tone was gentle, but it concealed a sharp edge.

Madam Yan glanced at Yan Chengze, then at Yan Chengan and Su Jinxin's tightly clasped hands, and finally could only sigh helplessly: "Fine, you can decide for yourselves."

And so, the news of Yan Cheng'an's "recovery" spread throughout the entire Yan family and reached Su Xiaoxiao's ears.

Upon hearing this news, Su Xiaoxiao nearly crushed the teacup in her hand.

How can this be? !

How could Yan Cheng'an, that sickly fellow, suddenly get better?!

Su Jinxin has gained a firm foothold in the Yan family, and Su Xiaoxiao's conspiracy has failed once again.

She and Yan Cheng'an stood side by side, looking at the turbulent Yan family before them, both with meaningful smiles on their lips.

“Next,” Yan Chengan turned to look at Su Jinxin, his eyes gleaming, “we should go and meet that… ‘distinguished guest’.”