After stopping being a simp, the school heartthrob cried and begged to get back together.

Chapter Twenty-Eight: I Need You

“Shen Yan, no matter what…” Secretary Liu adopted a lecturing tone.

I sneered: "Everyone, come and listen to what this mistress has to say. She broke up my family and even made this man, my biological father, sever his father-daughter relationship with me. Now she's here lecturing me with such a shameless attitude. It's ridiculous."

At the entrance of the supermarket, where there was a huge flow of people, everyone stopped to watch the spectacle.

Some people even took out their phones to take pictures.

“You all must remember this face well. My biological father is in poor health and might pass away any day now. This woman will definitely look for someone else then, so everyone must be careful.” I squinted at the fascinating expressions on Old Shen and Secretary Liu’s faces.

"Let's go!" Old Shen cared a lot about his reputation. Although he had cheated on his wife and had an illegitimate child, he didn't want to be on the front page of Shanghai's gossip section.

He turned and left.

Secretary Liu was so angry she gritted her teeth, but since Old Shen wasn't there, there was no point in her staying, so she hurriedly dragged her shopping cart away.

I smiled and went back to find my mom.

"Where did you go?" My mom and Xia Zhe were at the entrance of a coffee shop.

They bought coffee.

They bought me one too, and when I tasted it, I realized it was milk.

"Mom, I want coffee too." I was speechless.

"Why would a child drink coffee? Drink milk instead." My mother looked at me with a smile from her wheelchair.

I was both amused and exasperated.

-

Xia Zhe drove my daughter and me, along with a car full of New Year's goods, back home.

I eagerly anticipate the arrival of the New Year.

The next morning.

I got up early and started packing and preparing.

Huo Yushen messaged me saying he was almost there, so I immediately changed into my new clothes.

I even wore the necklace he gave me.

For this reason, I specifically chose a pink sweater with a low neckline.

Soon, the doorbell rang.

I'll go open the door.

Huo Yushen was standing at the door.

It's different from usual.

He looked exceptionally different today, dressed in a suit and tie, a cashmere coat, exuding a noble and refined air, and displaying a maturity and composure beyond his years.

"You've arrived." Seeing how handsome he looked, I felt a little embarrassed.

"Well..." He seemed a little embarrassed, "My uncle said that since it's a visit during the Chinese New Year, I should be more formal."

"He's quite handsome," I said, inviting him in.

Huo Yushen walked in, carrying a gift in his hand.

"Little Huo is here." My mother pushed the wheelchair out of the room.

"Auntie," Huo Yu greeted her in a deep voice, "I'm sorry to bother you today."

"Don't bother me, come and sit down." My mom waved her hand.

We went to the living room.

"Auntie, this is for you." He picked up the gift box in his hand.

It was a box of wild cordyceps, a premium product.

“I’ve heard of this. It’s different from what’s available on the market. This isn’t something that ordinary people can eat.” My mother was very happy.

"I'm glad you like it." Huo Yushen handed me the small box: "It's for you."

"Thank you, may I open it?" I asked expectantly.

Huo Yu's deep gaze fell on me. He saw the necklace around my neck, and his dark eyes darkened. "Hmm."

I opened the box, and inside was a peace charm.

"Is this the Peace and Safety Talisman from Ma Yun Temple?" I exclaimed in shock. "This temple is located far away in Xinjing City. I've heard it's very efficacious, but it seems that this Peace and Safety Talisman isn't sold to the public. You need to find another way to get it?"

"I went to pray for my mother that day, and the abbot gave it to me as well," Huo Yushen explained.

"The abbot gave it to you?" I blinked. "Then the abbot must think you have potential. I like it very much, thank you!"

"I hope it will keep you safe and help you get into your dream university," Huo Yushen said with his blessing.

"Yes!" I nodded vigorously.

My mom looked at us gently and said, "Let's eat."

"it is good."

Xia Zhe hurriedly came out of the kitchen wearing an apron: "This is what I made."

"Xia, you're pretty good! This dish looks delicious." My mom picked up her chopsticks and started tasting it, then her expression became conflicted, and she didn't say anything for a long time.

I waited for Huo Yushen to take off his coat, and then the two of us went to the restaurant together.

"Mom, what's wrong?" I thought she was feeling unwell.

"Quick, get Xia away from the kitchen. I'm worried we'll go hungry for the New Year," my mom said, speechless.

"It tastes so bad?" Xia Zhe picked up his chopsticks and took a bite. Then, his and my mother's expressions were conflicted, and they remained silent.

"Yushen, please sit down." I picked up the plate of food and dumped it directly. "Assistant Xia, the kitchen is definitely not suitable for you. Typing on a keyboard is much easier than holding a spatula. You should just give the kitchen back to the housekeeper."

Assistant Xia sighed and then sat down.

The aunt brought out the last pot of soup and said with a smile, "Alright, alright, dinner is ready."

"Auntie, please sit down." My mom was very happy.

The aunt sat down as well.

"Ahem." My mom laughed, "It's rare for us to get together for the New Year. To me, you are all the most important people at this stage of my life. Yan Yan goes without saying, she's my daughter. Xia is my assistant. Auntie has been with us for over ten years. And Xiao Huo, thank you so much for tutoring my daughter."

As she spoke, she took out four red envelopes from behind her back: "Here, everyone gets one."

Because it was a New Year's red envelope, no one was polite.

I was the first to accept it; the red envelope was a thick stack, and when I opened it, there was five thousand inside.

We all have the same amount of money.

Xia Zhe and his aunt were the happiest.

"Auntie, thank you for coming to cook lunch for us." My mom smiled and said, "Those boxes at the door are local specialties and gifts I brought back for you."

"Thank you." The auntie became excited again, "But Mr. Han, what will you eat these next few days after I leave?"

“You can have hot pot or order takeout,” my mom explained. “The mall doesn’t close.”

The aunt nodded: "If there's nothing else at home, I'll come back as soon as possible."

"No rush." ​​My mom raised her glass. "Let's have a toast, then we'll eat. Nobody need to be shy."

We all raised our glasses, clinked them together, and enjoyed our meal in a harmonious atmosphere.

-

In the afternoon, Huo Yushen helped me organize my study materials and progress for the start of the semester in my room.

"So, will we see each other very little after the New Year?" I felt a little jealous looking at his serious expression.

"Yes, I have family matters to worry about, and there's also my college application process. Although I was admitted early, there's still a lot to do," he explained.

My personal future is indeed important, and I don't mean anything by it.

"You go about your business, I'll complete these studies as you request," I said with a smile.

“Shen Yan, you are truly talented, though you may not realize it yourself.” Huo Yushen’s eyes were deep. “Actually, you don’t really need me to help you with your studies anymore.”

"I need it! I need it!" My hand was on the table, and I accidentally pressed down on his hand.

We both froze for a moment, but I didn't remove my hand: "Huo Yushen, I need you!"