Big socks! Do you even understand how you kiss a villain?

Zuo You lazily lay on Shen Yan's back, a mischievous smile playing on her lips.

"Shen Yan, I feel it's probably nothing serious, so let's not waste money at the hospital. You can carry me back and let me rest. But since I got injured because of you, you have to take full responsibility."

They arrived at a fork in the road, and Shen Yan turned and took another path.

Seeing that it was a rush to the hospital, Zuo You forced a smile and said, "Shen Yan, you've gone the wrong way. I don't need to go to the hospital."

The man continued walking, saying calmly, "A back injury is no small matter. I know a traditional Chinese medicine doctor who is very skilled; he can give you acupuncture and you'll be fine."

"No, no, no, traditional Chinese medicine is quite expensive, let's not waste it." Zuo You got goosebumps and couldn't laugh.

She was terrified of needles, especially since she was faking her illness and was afraid the doctor might do something wrong.

Shen Yan bounced her up a little, grabbing her calves as if afraid she would run away. "It's okay, I know him very well. He even offers buy-one-get-one-free acupuncture treatments, and the thickness is the same price."

"Stop, stop, stop! I don't hurt anymore, I don't hurt anymore..." Zuo You struggled to get off his back, showing no signs of pain.

"It's done so quickly?" Shen Yan quickly turned his head away, concealing the faint smile on his lips.

Zuo You realized he was doing it on purpose, and too lazy to answer, she threw the plush bear at him and angrily took a few steps forward, pulling Shen An'an away.

The man chuckled silently, weighed the toy in his hand, and strode after him.

The three of them eventually arrived at the hospital. Shen Yan took Shen An'an inside to visit Shen's paralyzed mother, while Zuo You waited in the rest area.

In the story, Shen Yan was adopted by his parents when he was very young.

Shen's father was addicted to gambling and drinking, and also had a habit of domestic violence. Shen Yan and Shen's mother were often beaten by him until they were bleeding from their heads.

After his mother became paralyzed, he became even more unruly and was almost never home. Later, he was sentenced for assault while drunk and should be out soon.

A shadow fell overhead, and a hoarse male voice rang out: "Young lady, are you Shen Yan's girlfriend?"

The man had a full beard and his face was covered with scars of all sizes. His eyes, which were cloudy and full of calculation, looked at Zuo You.

This man was Shen Yan's adoptive father, who had just returned from jail. It seems he was well "taken care of" by his fellow inmates while in prison.

Zuo You put on a perfectly measured look of confusion, her eyes revealing a clear sense of foolishness.

A glint flashed in the man's eyes; he knew Shen Yan definitely wouldn't mention him to anyone else. He glanced discreetly at her attire and softened his tone:

“I’m his father. I’ve been working away from home for the past few years to support the family. I came back this time to see my wife and kids, but I didn’t expect Shen Yan to have found a girlfriend. Now I can rest easy…”

Zuo You watched his performance quietly and echoed:

"It's good that Uncle is back. Shen Yan and An An will be so happy to know that you're back to see them. Uncle, you have no idea how hard it was for them while you were gone. Debt collectors came to our door all the time. It was terrifying!"

The man's expression stiffened, and he said in a low voice, "Little girl, don't tell them I'm back yet. I only came back this time to see them from afar. I borrowed a lot of money again to pay for your aunt's treatment. If Shen Yan and the others find out, they'll make a scene. I don't want him to worry."

As he spoke, he glanced warily down the corridor, as if afraid someone might come over.

That brat hasn't paid off his debts in years. He was hoping to finally get out and enjoy life, but then the debt collectors came to his house.

In his early years, he borrowed money from all his relatives and friends to gamble, but later no one was willing to lend him money anymore, so he had to resort to illegal means to borrow from. Those people who wanted to collect debts did more than just talk.

It seems he can't show his face right now; he needs to think things through more carefully.

Judging from this idiot's appearance, he must be rich; I should be able to squeeze some money out of her.

The man thought he had concealed his little thoughts well, but little did he know that Zuo You had already seen through them.

Shen Yan has been working several jobs a day over the years and has long since paid off his debts. Zuo You was just saying that to scare him.

Of course, the main reason is that she can't let him go home; she still has to live there herself.

"Uncle, you can't just keep avoiding them, and besides, where do you live?" Zuo You asked with a worried expression, as if she was genuinely concerned for him.

The man was secretly delighted. Shen Yan was so shrewd, yet he had chosen a fool as his girlfriend. It seemed he had come to the right place today.

"Uncle can just find a place to stay for a few days if he's free. Shen Yan doesn't earn money easily," the man sighed.

“That won’t do. You’re Shen Yan’s father, you can’t let him settle for less,” Zuo You said, standing up.

"That?"

"Why don't you find a hotel to stay in first? My dad froze my bank card this month because I'm dating Ayan... Uncle, you can stay in a regular hotel for now, and I'll upgrade you to a presidential suite next month." The girl said this with a hint of grievance and embarrassment.

The man narrowed his eyes slightly and tentatively said, "How could I possibly take your money? You young ladies have so many expenses; I'm afraid you don't even have enough for yourselves."

Zuo You said naively, "No way, my dad gives me 200,000 yuan in pocket money every month. If I save it, it's enough."

And once my mother returns to China next month, I won't be subject to my father's restrictions anymore.

Seeing the man's eyes light up, Zuo You smiled inwardly. Sure enough, her identity when traveling was something she had given herself.

Before the man could say anything more, Zuo You quickly said, "Ayan is probably coming out soon. Uncle, are you really not going to see him?"

The man's expression changed slightly; he still couldn't forget the "surprise" Shen Yan had given him the night before he went to prison.

"Young lady, I'm leaving now. This is my phone number. We can keep in touch anytime. Don't tell him yet..." The man said and left in a hurry.

Zuo You wrote down the number and then threw the crumpled piece of paper into the trash can with disgust.

She wouldn't spend money on a domestic abuser, so let him stay in the hotel; he likes to borrow money anyway.

As for Shen Yan...

"Sister~"

Shen An'an called her softly from behind, her voice trembling with tears, clearly having cried while visiting her mother.

"What's wrong with you?" Shen Yan noticed that Zuo You's mood was off and asked.

"Shen Yan, a man just came up to me and asked if I was your girlfriend." Zuo You was distraught, her eyes filled with fear.

Shen Yan's expression turned cold instantly; he knew who it was.

"What else did he say?"

"He told me to take good care of him and said he would come to see me again next time," Zuo You said, her eyes filled with confusion. "He's so strange, is he someone you know?"

"I don't recognize him. He might be a mental patient who escaped."

Shen Yan spoke casually, but Zuo You could see the ruthless intent brewing in his eyes.