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However, as he spoke, he noticed Yan Zhouwan's enticing lips move slightly. Unable to resist, he leaned down and captured those alluring lips.
At first, Yan Zhouwan pushed against him with all her might, but eventually, she stopped resisting. Shen Muqing thought she had silently consented to his actions and became even bolder, even letting his hands wander. However, as time passed, he felt not a hint of resistance from her, nor any response. Sensing something was off, he looked down and realized that Yan Zhouwan had actually fainted.
Shen Muqing was taken aback, his handsome face turning a mix of red and white. He couldn't even describe his feelings at that moment. On the first day of the new year, he had kissed her into unconsciousness—would he still have any benefits this year?
If everyone found out, they would surely laugh at him.
After some deliberation, he picked up Yan Zhouwan and leaped up into a tree, arranging her in a comfortable position to sleep in his arms.
Time passed quickly; in the blink of an eye, it was already the fifth day of the new year. The supermarket would open tomorrow, and the workshop would start operating again. Xia Muxin had spent five days in a state that was both comfortable and uncomfortable.
As for the comfort, each day consisted of helping with cooking and running errands. Most of the time, she simply sat in the yard soaking up the sun, watching a dozen men bustling around a few children who were playfully running circles around them.
The discomfort came from being kept up late every night and being the last to get up each morning. Of course, she had grown accustomed to it by now, and everyone else turned a blind eye.
Shen Muhan, on the other hand, was inexplicably energetic. He woke up early and went to bed late while taking care of several children but remained lively every day and continued well into the night.
Additionally, since last year, they had opened ten supermarkets in total, all located in bustling towns and cities with thriving businesses. Each supermarket was accompanied by a money house. This meant that aside from the ten supermarkets, there were also ten money houses. Their workshop and construction projects were numerous enough to be hard to count.
To say they were wealthy merchants would not be an exaggeration.
However, Xia Muxin felt it wasn't enough. What she wanted most was to completely connect Daimiao Village and Dayao Village. She envisioned everyone in the villages living in red-brick houses with horse-drawn carriages coming and going. This plan had been in her mind for a long time; she aspired to create the richest village first.
She had discussed all of this with Shen Muhan, who told her that everything would come to pass now that the Retired Emperor was no longer intervening. Tian Ming Rui, aside from being stubborn about Jiao Jiao, was quite open-minded in other aspects. Yet, despite the time that had passed, he still hadn't managed to win Jiao Jiao's acceptance.
This was something Shen Muhan felt powerless about. He understood Jiao Jiao's nature well; once she set her mind on something, she was as stubborn as a bull, impossible to pull back. Yet, this very quality made her suitable for Tian Ming Rui, for he was the kind of person who would go to great lengths to bring that bull back.
Perhaps in the realm of love, as long as one is sincere, no matter how time flows or how far apart they are, they cannot escape the fate that has already been destined.
As the new year began, families started bustling about again. After the Lantern Festival, Songzi and Small went back to school. Xue Er cried for quite a while and finally fell asleep from exhaustion, bringing a moment of peace to everyone.
Shen Muqing's engagement with Yan Zhouwan was also settled. On the eighth day of the second month, time seemed to fly by happily. Shen Muqing acted like a child, joyfully asking Xia Muxin about everything because he adored the cabinets and tables she painted. With Summer Forest and his son around, there was nothing they couldn't create.
During this period, the two often traveled to town to handle practical matters.
After several trips back and forth, Su Yan-Chu learned about it and decided to bring Wei Jianshuang along one day.
It was evident that Su Yan-Chu was completely captivated by Wei Jianshuang; even while walking, he stayed close to her side. However, they maintained a certain distance from each other. Although Xia Muxin preferred not to visit Town often, she understood that they were not yet married, and both families were pushing them along.
Moreover, it seemed that after Su Yan-Chu became involved with Wei Jianshuang, their friendship became clearer. Shen Muhan even stopped feeling jealous; perhaps it was because he realized that Su Yan-Chu could never escape Wei Jianshuang's grasp.
"It's been almost a year since we last met; the Three Babies have grown so much."
When she gave birth, Su Yan-Chu had brought a pile of supplements to visit her and even attended the baby's hundred-day celebration. He had competed with Ye Feng for the title of godfather, but Shen Muhan had refused them both. Just dealing with Ming Yi's numerous godfathers was already quite a headache.
The Three Babies had once asked her what the difference between a godfather and a father was.
At that moment, she found herself at a loss for words. Looking into those three pairs of big eyes left her both amused and exasperated. In the end, she even played a trick on Shen Muhan, which left him equally troubled.
The main issue was that the Three Babies were truly exhausting; they were like little demons sent from heaven to torment her.
"Yes, time really flies."
Xia Muxin was busy coming and going. Since the weather was nice, she moved a table into the yard and prepared some tea and nuts for them. Shen Muhan sat nearby, chatting with them, and the only thing she heard repeatedly was this phrase.
"Mu Qing is getting married soon. What about you? How long do you plan to drag this out?"
Once Xia Muxin was almost done with her tasks, Shen Muhan tugged at her sleeve and pulled her to sit beside him, glancing at Su Yan-Chu and asking lightly.
Xia Muxin felt a wave of annoyance; why did he have to drag her into this conversation, especially with that look in his eyes?
"My family is pushing me hard; I should be getting married this year," Su Yan-Chu replied, taking a sip of tea. He seemed a bit downcast, and it appeared he wasn't very satisfied with Wei Jianshuang. Was he yielding to her pressure?
Although Xia Muxin didn't know much about Wei Jianshuang, she was aware of her straightforward nature—someone who would seek revenge on the spot if there was a grudge.
That was Shen Muhan's only description of her.
"Hey, Miss Wei, they can chat among themselves. Shall we take a walk?"
Today, however, Wei Jianshuang seemed a bit different. She acted more like a lady; aside from walking ahead on the way here, she had been sitting next to Su Yan-Chu like a proper young woman, even drinking tea cautiously.
Xia Muxin sensed there must be a reason behind this behavior and wanted to give her some space. Shen Muhan didn’t stop her either. After Wei Jianshuang nodded at her, she stood up, and Xia Muxin readily got up to leave with her.
"It’s been over a year; haven’t you two figured things out yet?"
Once they left, Shen Muhan spoke candidly. He understood Su Yan-Chu's personality well; he was indecisive and somewhat hesitant. Otherwise, Xia Muxin wouldn't be his wife at this moment. Still, he had to thank him for that.
"We are like water and fire, destined to be incompatible. Marrying was merely following the family's wishes; after all, our family can no longer withstand any more blows."
Indeed, with the Retired Emperor gone, the Zhao Family had fallen. However, the current emperor was no longer the indecisive fool he once was. He was cultivating his own power, demoting those ministers who had once looked down on him and had ulterior motives. The Su Family was far from what it used to be.
It seemed that Grandpa had seen through it all and had ultimately stopped intervening.
Although his father was anxious, he lacked a better backing, which led to constant pressure for marriage.
Shen Muhan tried to compromise and accept the situation, but in the end, he always felt something was missing. He could not come to terms with spending his life with such a woman.
"She’s actually quite good; it’s just that you haven’t gotten to know her deeply. Given your personality, if you married her, you two would complement each other perfectly."
Shen Muhan analyzed their personalities thoroughly and spoke without reservation.
"That sounds nice, but you’re currently indulging yourself in comfort. You have no idea of the struggles people like us face."
Su Yan-Chu shot him a glare, uninterested in continuing this topic. It seemed he always brought up the wrong things.
"Look at them; aren’t they doing well now?"
Shen Muhan glanced at Shen Muqing, who was clinging to Yan Zhouwan, and empathized.
Su Yan-Chu might not know much about their relationship, but it was indeed not easy for them to reach this point.
After hearing Shen Muhan's words, Su Yan-Chu felt confused and indifferent.
Shen Muhan shrugged and after a long pause, asked again,
"How is he?"
He??
Su Yan-Chu was puzzled and took a while to respond. He smiled and said,
"The impact was quite significant, but he has become much more honest and no longer interferes in anything. Actually, this is good, isn't it?"
The "he" referred to Su Rong. This grandfather was very quiet and had a bit of charm, which made Su Yan-Chu quite satisfied with his current grandfather. Thus, when he spoke, the corners of his mouth slightly lifted.
At the same time, he felt gratified that Shen Muhan would actually ask about him.
"I know everything that happened back then, and my sister is still alive. I met her, but she has lost all her past memories. However, that man loves her very much."
Perhaps Su Rong was quite detestable and selfish, but he also had a protective side. Despite such a significant event occurring, he kept it all hidden in his heart without speaking out. This earned Su Yan-Chu's respect.
Although his sister no longer remembered her family or him, as long as she was alive, that was enough.
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