Su Huan was taken aback, unable to understand why Gu Beixian suddenly wanted to kiss her, and it was a kiss on the lips at that. Although it was night time, there were still people passing by back and forth. The village was not as open as the city, and it would be embarrassing to be seen. Moreover, her grandmother had just been buried, and it was inappropriate to be affectionate at such a time. Su Huan reached out to push him away. However, Gu Beixian held both of her wrists with one hand, not allowing her to move. Su Huan was not as strong as him, and couldn't push him away, so she could only close her eyes and let him kiss her. He kissed her forcefully, even dominantly, not as gently as before, as if he was competing with someone. Su Huan remembered what he had just said on the phone, it must have been to Gu Aoting. She thought he was holding a grudge against Gu Aoting. It wasn't until she was almost out of breath from his kiss that Gu Beixian finally let go of her, raised his hand to wipe the water stains from the corner of her lips, and said softly, 'We won't get a divorce.' It wasn't a tone of negotiation, but a direct decision. Su Huan's mind was filled with countless thoughts, 'I am very grateful that you consider my feelings at this time, but your father...' Gu Beixian said indifferently, 'I will talk to him when I go back.' Su Huan remembered what Gu Aoting said about winners and losers, her eyes darkened, 'I don't want you to be caught in the middle between me and your father.' Gu Beixian cupped her little face, 'Don't say anymore, listen to me.'

This time, it was an order, leaving no room for argument. Without any explanation, he took her hand and started walking towards the gate. After a few steps, Gu Beixian looked back and glanced at the woods across the pond. The man named A Yao was no longer there. He curled his lips, but there was not a trace of a smile in his eyes. It was the first time he realized that his possessiveness was so strong. The agreement to let go and to facilitate their happiness, he simply couldn't do it; indeed, mortals are but mortals, with emotions and desires that are inevitable. Back at his grandfather's house. As soon as the two entered the bedroom, Su Peilan brought over a tray of food with rice. Four dishes and one soup, two bowls of rice. Placing the food on the table, she warmly called out to Gu Beixian, 'Beixian, you must be hungry, come and eat, it's still hot. I just took it out of the pot, no one else has touched it. I know you like cleanliness, you won't eat anything that others have touched.' Gu Beixian paused, her attitude had been quite cold during their previous meetings. Today, her sudden enthusiasm was a bit surprising. After greeting him, Su Peilan turned to look at Su Huan, 'Xiao Huan, you should go back with Beixian tonight, there's no need to wait for your grandmother's seventh day, I'll take care of things here.' Su Huan was slightly puzzled, 'I've already taken leave, there's no rush to leave.' 'Go back, your grandmother would definitely want you and Beixian to go back. She would be happier than anyone to see you two well.' Su Peilan's eyes reddened a bit as she smiled and said, 'You two, hurry up and eat, I'll be going out first.' After saying that, she turned and left. Gu Beixian tugged at the corner of his lips, 'My mother-in-law is quite unusual tonight.' Su Huan thought carefully, 'Maybe she's been moved by seeing you take such good care of me these past few days.'

"My mom may have a sharp tongue, but she's actually very soft-hearted, 'a knife's mouth but tofu's heart'," Su Huan said. "Your mother indeed has a character," Gu Beixian replied with a faint smile, picking up the chopsticks and handing them to her. Su Huan took the chopsticks, sat down beside him, and picked a piece of crispy fried meat to put on his rice, "This kind of meat is especially delicious, so fragrant, try it." Gu Beixian picked it up and put it in his mouth, chewing a few times, "It is quite fragrant." Normally, he wouldn't eat this kind of food; it's too oily and unhealthy. But for Su Huan's sake, he'd probably even eat rat meat. After the meal, Su Peilan came in to clear the dishes and urged them, "Hurry up and go, it's only a two or three-hour drive home. Go back, wash up, and get a good night's sleep. If you come back tonight, Beixian can go back to work early tomorrow morning. Staying here for so long has really affected his work." Gu Beixian was exactly what he wanted. Staying longer could lead to more dreams, and he was afraid of Su Huan meeting with A Yao. It was one thing to feel uncomfortable, but when it came to letting go, he found he was unwilling and even less willing to part with her. He suddenly wanted to be selfish for once, to keep her by his side. Su Huan didn't want to go back. She was reluctant to leave her grandmother and still wanted to accompany her through the seventh day after death. However, she couldn't persuade Su Peilan and was pushed and shoved out the door, directly stuffed into Gu Beixian's car. After the car left the village, Su Huan received a message from Su Peilan: "Daughter, your mom has suddenly realized that Gu Beixian is actually not bad to you. If this marriage can be salvaged, try not to end it. After divorce, the next man may not necessarily be better than Gu Beixian."

Besides, he would never have recovered without your efforts. Why should you give up all the hard work you've put in for so long to someone else? Su Huan frowned slightly and replied, 'But his father disagrees.' Su Peilan said, 'Parents can't withstand their children's determination in the end. You two should still try your best. If you give up without even trying, you'll regret it later.' Su Huan was silent for a moment, then replied, 'Okay.' At ten o'clock in the evening, the couple returned to their home in Riyue Bay. Su Huan went into the bathroom to wash her hair and took a shower. Coming out, she picked up the hair dryer, just about to dry her hair. Gu Beixian had finished washing in the bathroom of another room and came to find her. He took the hair dryer from her hand, wanting to help her dry her hair. Su Huan smiled and said, 'My left hand is almost fully recovered, I can do it myself.' Gu Beixian, expressionless, pressed her down onto the small sofa beside him and said softly, 'I just want to pamper you properly.' These words were so full of affection. Especially when he said it with such a cold and ascetic look, so calmly, it wasn't cheesy at all, but rather very charming. A warm feeling surged in Su Huan's heart, and she said, 'Thank you.' Gu Beixian plugged in the hair dryer, lifted his eyelids, and said nonchalantly, 'We agreed to support each other through thick and thin, no need to thank me.'

Su Huan smiled gently. She preferred the relationship of 'mutual support in adversity' to that of 'respectful as guests'; it was more solid and warmer. Although Gu Beixian was a big man, he was quite gentle when blow-drying his hair. At first, he wasn't quite sure how to control the intensity, but before long, he was doing it more comfortably than Su Huan herself. After blow-drying their hair, they went to lie down on the bed. Su Huan had slept in the afternoon, so she couldn't fall asleep easily now, but she just closed her eyes and snuggled in Gu Beixian's arms, missing her grandmother. Gu Beixian knew she was upset and gently patted her, as if coaxing a child to sleep. Before long, he actually managed to lull Su Huan to sleep. Seeing her breathing gradually become even, he leaned down and kissed her forehead, whispering, 'If you dare dream about calling out for your brother A Yao again, I'll spank you.' Perhaps because of the change of environment, Su Huan didn't have any more nightmares. When she woke up the next day, the first thing she saw was Gu Beixian propping himself up on the pillow, looking at her with tender eyes and a very good mood. She curled the corners of her lips and gave him a shallow smile, 'Why are you looking at me like that?' 'Because you're beautiful.' He raised his hand to touch her face, his voice as gentle as if mixed with moonlight. Su Huan always felt that there was something a bit off about him, but she couldn't pinpoint it at the moment. After washing up, they went downstairs. The dining table was laid with a rich breakfast. In addition to various exquisite pastries, there were also several nourishing soups, fragrant and tempting. Gu Beixian said, 'I called the hotel to have this delivered. You haven't eaten properly for several days, so eat more.'

His thoughtfulness made Su Huan even more reluctant to part with him. Perhaps her mother was right; without making an effort, she would regret it in the future. She didn't want to lose him. After breakfast, Gu Beixian had to go to the company. He picked up his watch and put it on his wrist. Su Huan, as usual, helped him with his tie. Her hands were the most skillful, tying the tie quickly and beautifully. After she finished neatly, Gu Beixian suddenly pulled her into his embrace, holding her close, and admonished, 'Stay at home as much as possible and try not to go out. The world outside is in chaos.' Su Huan felt even more that something was amiss with him. What chaos was there outside? It wasn't wartime. Besides, when going out, there was a driver, who was strong and also worked as a bodyguard, ready to respond to a call at any time. She smiled, 'The museum is still waiting for me to go there.' Gu Beixian raised an eyebrow, 'Didn't you take bereavement leave?' Su Huan had nothing to say and could only reply, 'Well then.' Gu Beixian held her but refused to let go, lowering his head to gently nuzzle her nose and kiss her ear. It was somewhat intimate, just like a man deeply in love. Su Huan felt a bit confused. He wasn't the clingy type, so what was going on with him today? No, it seemed he had been a bit strange since last night. She was about to ask when Gu Beixian's lips suddenly brushed against her earlobe, whispering, 'I really wish I could shrink you down so I could put you in my pocket and take you everywhere I go.'