Chapter 582 - 583: Not to Disturb You

Chapter 582: Chapter 583: Not to Disturb You

Guo Xuehua, being dedicated to charity work, naturally cherished Lin Ruoxi for her support of such causes.

Yang Chen's heart sank. Guo Xuehua's words made him want to dig a hole and hide. He could only bow his head in embarrassment, unable to speak.

Zhenxiu, the fearless girl she was, giggled and said, "Aunt Guo, Brother Yang is actually quite busy. Besides Sister Ruoxi, he has many other sisters to take care of. He must be exhausted every day from running around."

Damn you, Zhenxiu! Do we have a deep-seated grudge? Why are you throwing me under the bus now? Yang Chen was almost in tears. This was bullying!

Even worse, Lin Ruoxi, sitting there, displayed a sad, aggrieved look, as if suffering some great injustice but not daring to speak up.

Guo Xuehua noticed the change in Lin Ruoxi's expression and immediately felt heartbroken. She reached out to gently stroke Lin Ruoxi's hair in a gesture of comfort.

If not for her overwhelming guilt towards Yang Chen, if he had been the son she raised from childhood, Guo Xuehua would have slapped him by now!

He had married such a wonderful wife, yet he couldn't seem to settle down.

Clearly moved by Lin Ruoxi's kindness and impressed by her gentle demeanor, Guo Xuehua completely forgot her initial thoughts about Rose and Mo Qianni being more suitable daughters-in-law. She now interpreted Lin Ruoxi's previous coldness as shyness due to unfamiliarity.

Now, she found Lin Ruoxi more likable than any other girl!

Seeing the situation take a turn for the worse, Yang Chen realized the brilliance of Lin Ruoxi's strategic mind, honed in the business world. He now understood the frustration of those defeated by her, like Xu Zhihong and Zeng Xinlin. Her tactics were ruthless, making it hard for him to recover. Nnêw n0vel chapters are published at novelhall.com, of course, I know Ruoxi is great. On my way home, I was thinking that since we got married, I haven't given Ruoxi a proper gift. So, I thought, why not take her to buy a diamond ring?" Yang Chen said with a forced smile.

Lin Ruoxi looked up at Yang Chen in surprise. She obviously didn't believe that he would suddenly think of buying her a diamond ring.

Guo Xuehua's eyes lit up, thinking her son was finally being sensible, knowing that women loved sparkling diamonds. However, she soon frowned and said, "When Ruoxi took Zhenxiu and me to the mall today, the Yulei department store had everything. They even had Tiffany diamond necklaces. Do you think a small diamond ring would matter to Ruoxi?"

Yang Chen was at a loss for words. It was indeed his unlucky day; he had dug his own grave!

Lin Ruoxi had just bought nearly ten million yuan worth of luxury goods. His suggestion of a diamond ring did seem trivial in comparison.

But Lin Ruoxi's next words made Yang Chen's heart sink further.

"Mom, don't say that about Yang Chen," Lin Ruoxi said, gently holding Guo Xuehua's shoulder. "Even if the diamond ring Yang Chen buys for me is inexpensive, its value would be extraordinary."

Lin Ruoxi pretended not to understand his meaning, smiling sweetly before going to fetch a newly purchased Vacheron Constantin watch for Yang Chen.

Yang Chen was momentarily stunned by Lin Ruoxi's sudden radiant smile. He had once dreamed of seeing such a smile, but now, even though he saw it more often, it brought him nothing but anguish.

For the rest of the evening, Lin Ruoxi continued to bring out various items she had bought for Yang Chen, Guo Xuehua, and the others—clothes, perfumes, scarves, and shoes. The family tried on the items, delightedly turning luxury goods worth nearly ten million yuan into seemingly cheap market items.

Yang Chen cooperated as much as possible to keep Guo Xuehua and Wang Ma happy. He didn't care about the cost of these items but felt constant regret over Lin Ruoxi's perfectly executed strategy. He wondered if he could ever win her over with roses and diamonds, as Tang Wan had suggested, given his romantic entanglements.

The family finally tidied up and had a simple snack before heading upstairs to bed around midnight.

Guo Xuehua and Zhenxiu were the first to go upstairs to rest, followed by Wang Ma after washing some dishes. In the end, only Lin Ruoxi and Yang Chen remained, volunteering to take some miscellaneous items and clothes to the storage room upstairs.

After finishing their tasks, Lin Ruoxi had a slight sheen of sweat on her forehead. She elegantly wiped it away and smiled coolly at Yang Chen. "Alright, I'm going to my room. Goodnight, hubby."

Before Lin Ruoxi could turn away, Yang Chen called out, "Wait."

"Hmm?" Lin Ruoxi turned her slightly flushed face toward him. "Is there something else?"

Yang Chen hesitated for a moment before smiling. "Is there really no room for compromise?"

Lin Ruoxi's smile faded, her expression returning to its icy state. Her gaze was cold as she replied, "Haven't I already answered you with my actions?"

Yang Chen took a deep breath and nodded. "Yes, it was foolish of me to ask."

"If there's nothing else, I'm going to rest. I'm very tired today," Lin Ruoxi said, her voice cold as she stared at Yang Chen.

With a bitter smile, Yang Chen replied, "Go rest. I won't disturb you."

Lin Ruoxi said nothing more and walked back to her room.

Just as she was about to enter, Yang Chen suddenly remembered something and called out, "Ruoxi, I will still buy you a gift. I will get you something worthy of you!"

Lin Ruoxi's body trembled slightly, but she didn't turn back or reply. She opened the door and walked into her room.

In the dimly lit hallway, Yang Chen looked at the empty corridor and sighed deeply.