Thinking about how his grandfather had beaten Feng Yi up quite a bit because of him, Ji An immediately waved his hand to justify him. "Grandfather, Feng Yi didn't bully me. Didn't he go on a business trip recently? He was busy taking over the company. You'll understand."
"An An, don't always find excuses for him. Although this old man is old, his brain hasn't degenerated. Didn't he come back today? How come you didn't even care when you entered the hospital? At least I'll pick you up! It must be that brat's skin is itchy again! " Old Man Teng was so angry that his beard was blown, and his eyes were bulging. His crutches made popping noises, as if the floor was his unfilial grandson.
Ji An suddenly thought of the woman she had talked to in the hospital today, and her mood immediately turned sour. However, she didn't want her grandfather to notice her, so she braced herself. "Grandfather, this is also my fault. I didn't call her to air my phone, so he didn't know that I had fainted."
He sighed softly and said, "An An, since young, regardless of what that kid Feng Yi did wrong, you've always had a reason to help him explain himself. If that kid could appreciate your kindness, then grandpa would turn a blind eye to you, but after all these years, that kid has always been like a small child, always bullying you. Grandfather sees it with heartache."
"Grandfather …" This made her eyes hurt. "You have always been very good to An Xin, An An is very grateful to you. If you don't cultivate and protect her all these years, I'm afraid that An Xin will only be left behind, growing up alone for the rest of her life."
"What nonsense are you talking about? Even if your grandfather didn't entrust you to me before he passed away, your grandfather would still bring you up by his side. You've always been the child that your grandfather valued, and now your grandfather is very happy to have you by his side.
"Thank you, grandpa." These dozen years, Grandpa Teng had been really good to her and treated her as his own daughter.
"Foolish child, what are you crying for? You've been tired all day, hurry up and rest! Don't you worry about that brat, I will help you teach him a good lesson! " Old Man Teng started to urge her to go upstairs.
She didn't want her grandfather to stand up for her, but seeing his irrefutable attitude, she could only go along with him.
"Then, grandpa, I'll go upstairs first. You should rest early as well." She stood up and said with concern, then turned around to tell Mama Li, "Grandpa has been coughing recently, don't forget to stew some candied fruits for grandpa to drink."
"Young mistress, don't worry. You've already instructed me the last time. I'll bring it to the old man later to drink." Mrs Li smiled affectionately. Young Mistress was always so meticulous to have such a filial grandson, it was the old man's blessing.
Ji An nodded in thanks. "It's all thanks to mother and uncle Li taking care of grandfather."
"There's no need for you to stand on formalities with them. Quickly go to sleep, your body can't be tossed about. If you faint again, you'll move in with this old man!" Old Man Teng began chasing them away.
"Thank you, senior." "Thank you, senior."
Old Man Teng watched his grandson's wife as she went upstairs. The smile on his face immediately vanished and his expression darkened to the point that it looked as if it could drip water.
"Teng Yiyang you brat, get the hell down here!"
The lion's roar shook the whole building.
The old man was still so full of himself, not one bit weaker than he was back then!
If it was her in the past, she would still sympathize with Yi Yang. But today, she touched her belly and her heart became cold. She didn't want to protect him anymore.
She was about to step onto the last step when a shadow fell over her.
She raised her head and met the pair of charming yet mocking eyes.
The lamp on the stairs was right above his head. The light poured down on him like a heavenly god shrouding in sunset, mysterious and enchanting.
Her short chestnut hair and thick eyelashes were even longer than a girl's. Her eyes were dark and deep, but deep inside, they glittered with light. She remembered that when he smiled, it was as if she could see stars twinkling all over the sky.
But this was a long time ago. Since when had he never smiled at her again?
Just as she was lost in her thoughts, he spoke up in an irritated tone. "Ji An An, are you annoyed? You always complain!" "You have to understand that we are no longer the age to play in kindergarten!"
"Current situation?" Going in and out of the hospital today had drained her good temper, "Feng Yi, do you recognize our current situation? We're not the age to play in kindergarten. "
She and he were husband and wife, lifelong partners recognized by the law.
Yo, the little guy has a temper too? Teng Yiyang rubbed his chin. Could it be that the call tonight had made her stop pretending?
Seeing her angry, he was in a good mood.
When she questioned him, he actually let out a satisfied and disdainful smile. Her heart couldn't help but sink. According to her past experience, what he said next was most likely not a good thing.
He was originally much taller than her, but now that he was standing on top of the stairs, looking down at her from above, it gave her an intense feeling of oppression.
"Ji An, don't forget that I didn't marry you on my own free will, so you don't have the right to criticize me. Moreover, I hope that you can stay away from me in the future. The moment I see you, my appetite will be ruined."
These words successfully made her face pale, and her eyes looked helpless and embarrassed.
It wasn't the first time she'd heard him say that, but it always hurt so much that she couldn't breathe.
"Yi Yang, we have already checked it out. I am your wife." She lowered her head and tried to suppress the trembling in her body as she spoke word by word, softly and gently.
The only difference was that the heavens had given Teng Yiyang an exquisite leather bag that was meticulously crafted, but they had not placed a tender heart on him.
"Wife?" He sneered, forcing her back against the wall. He used one hand to support her ear, and with the corner of his mouth slightly raised, his eyes revealed mockery. However, his voice was incomparably gentle as he said, "Could it be that I still don't understand? I really don't want to see you again. Do you not understand Chinese? Then I don't mind repeating it to you in English, German, or Korean! "
This is the Teng Yiyang in front of her. He can treat you very gently, but the person who will stab you in the heart is also him.
"You stinking brat, are you deaf? Get the hell out of here! "
Old Man Teng's angry roar accompanied by the thumping of the crutches came from downstairs again.
Teng Yiyang shrugged his shoulders and backed away from her. He slowly walked down with his hands in his pockets. He even felt annoyed when he looked at her.
As soon as he disappeared around the corner, Ji An couldn't hold on any longer and slowly slid down from the wall. He sat down on the last flight of stairs.
She wrapped her arms around her knees. The house was clearly warm as spring, but she felt as if she had fallen into an icehouse.
If it were possible, how she wished she were deaf, she would not hear his heart-wrenching words.
She had already worked very hard. Why was it that everything was becoming more and more distant from the future she was looking forward to?
Tears fell on her arms. The burning sensation only made her feel even colder.