Back to 1984: Earning Money, Raising Kids, and Keeping the Household Busy

Chen Ruiyu had to struggle free, his hoarse voice growling, "Lingxue, wake up! Look at what you're doing!"

Xue Lingxue hugged his shoulders, using the leverage to move up, and looked Chen Ruiyu in the eye. "I'm perfectly sober."

"You!" Chen Ruiyu's pupils dilated, utterly shocked.

Xue Lingxue boldly kissed his lips, giving him no chance to refuse.

Chen Ruiyu wanted to say something, but before he could open his mouth, he was met with an even more passionate kiss from Xue Lingxue.

Under Xue Lingxue's proactive offensive, Chen Ruiyu was completely powerless to resist.

As dawn broke, sunlight streamed into the room through the huge floor-to-ceiling windows.

Chen Ruiyu slowly opened his eyes and saw Xue Lingxue lying in his arms. Memories of the absurd events of the previous night instantly flooded back to him.

Since it has already happened, all we can do now is face it.

He sighed helplessly.

Xue Lingxue also woke up and met Chen Ruiyu's deep and captivating eyes. For a moment, she was in a daze, thinking she was dreaming.

Chen Ruiyu's voice was hoarse, her Adam's apple bobbing slightly, "Am I good-looking?"

Xue Lingxue suddenly reached out and touched Chen Ruiyu's face. It was real! Not a dream!
She blinked hard, and even wanted to pinch herself.

Chen Ruiyu grabbed her hand. "It's real, not a dream! Lingxue, you were incredibly audacious last night. Everything that could happen, happened. What do you suggest we do next?"

Feeling guilty, Xue Lingxue pulled the blanket over half of her face.

Seeing her like this, Chen Ruiyu couldn't help but sigh, "You are a popular star with a bright future. There are countless outstanding men pursuing you. I am really not your best choice."

The blush on Xue Lingxue's face gradually faded, leaving only paleness. "Do you despise me?"

Chen Ruiyu was taken aback. Seeing the tears welling up in her eyes, he quickly comforted her, "I feel like I'm not good enough for you. You know my health condition, so why did you do this?"

He wasn't unaware that Xue Lingxue liked him, but he never reciprocated. He would even intentionally or unintentionally avoid her, keeping them as friends.

Tears streamed down Xue Lingxue's face. "So what? I've liked you since junior high. I've liked you for over ten years, you know that?"

Chen Ruiyu really didn't know, and was a little flustered when asked.

Xue Lingxue laughed self-deprecatingly, "It's okay if you don't like me. I took the initiative last night, it has nothing to do with you. I won't cling to you shamelessly."

Chen Ruiyu hugged her tightly, his face showing a hint of anger. "How can I pretend nothing happened? Lingxue, since you've chosen me, don't regret it."

Xue Lingxue burst into laughter through her tears, hugged Chen Ruiyu tightly, and said with unprecedented determination in her eyes, "I will never regret it!"

From the moment she decided to come to Hong Kong, marrying Chen Ruiyu was her biggest wish, so how could she possibly regret it!
Seeing her so resolute, Chen Ruiyu called Lin Qin in front of her.

"Mom, I've decided to marry Lingxue."

Xue Lingxue's eyes lit up, and two blushes appeared on her beautiful cheeks.

Lin Qin, on the other end of the phone, was so shocked she almost spilled her breakfast. "What did you say? You're with Xue Lingxue? And you're getting married?"

"Yes."

Chen Ruiyu's voice was full of determination.

Lin Qin felt her head pounding. "Wait a minute, let me calm down. When did this happen?"

"Yesterday." Lin Qin was even more bewildered. "You two only started dating yesterday, and now you're telling me you're getting married? Kid, when did marriage become such a hasty decision?"

Chen Ruiyu turned to look at Xue Lingxue, then slowly lowered her eyelids. "Mom, we...we're just one step away from getting our marriage certificate."

Lin Qin was stunned for a moment, then quickly understood. She steadied herself by holding onto the table and took a deep breath. "I understand. Your dad and I will handle this. When are you coming back?"

"As soon as possible."

After hanging up the phone.

Lin Qin, ignoring breakfast, went around to Chen Wenjun and snatched the newspaper from his hand. "Oh no! That brat Ping An actually had a relationship with Xue Lingxue, and now he's calling me saying he wants to get married! Chen Wenjun, what are we going to do about this?"

Chen Wenjun was so frightened that he coughed violently. "Wasn't Xue Lingxue a big star? How could they be like this? Is there some misunderstanding?"

Lin Qin gave me an expression that said, "I know nothing."

"I think our top priority is to go to Hong Kong to see the two children and see what they think. We also need to give an explanation to the Xue family!"

Lin Qin felt a headache coming on.

It wasn't that she disliked Xue Lingxue, but rather that the Xue family was quite special. Xue Lingxue was now a big star, and the Xue family might have intended for her to marry into a higher social class. Now, such a fine flower had been snatched away by their brat.

Ping An still has health problems, and they dare not imagine how angry the Xue family would be if they found out.

The couple were prepared to be called bastards.

On Saturday, Chen Ruiyu quietly took Xue Lingxue home.

Xue Lingxue was extremely nervous, while Lin Qin acted as if nothing was wrong, warmly welcoming her, asking her about her well-being, and subtly inquiring about her relationship with Chen Ruiyu.

"What are you two thinking? Lingxue, you're a big star, and your situation is a bit special. Auntie just wants to know if your parents know about your relationship? Would they approve?"

This is what Lin Qin is most worried about.

Xue Lingxue pursed her lips, her tone somewhat urgent, "Auntie, I came back this time to talk to my parents about this matter. I have already sacrificed for the Xue family once, and this time I want to make my own decision."

Lin Qin felt a headache coming on. "Wait, wait, don't say anything yet, let me say it, let me say it!"

Seeing how reckless the girl was, it would be even more troublesome if she started arguing later.

Therefore, Lin Qin and Chen Wenjun had no choice but to visit in person with gifts.

Why would Chen Wenjun and his wife bring gifts when it's neither a holiday nor a festival? Do they want something from me?

Mr. Xue and Wang Suling exchanged a strange glance and hurriedly came out to greet them.

The two waited curiously for Chen Wenjun and Lin Qin to continue, but the two had been humble, friendly, and smiling ever since they came in, without saying a word.

Wang Suling couldn't hold back any longer. "Qin, we've known each other for a long time. Just say what you want to say directly. Don't beat around the bush."

Lin Qin grabbed Wang Suling's hand, tears welling up in her eyes, almost kneeling down before her. "Suling! I'm so sorry!"

"What are you doing?" Wang Suling and Xue's father were both startled, and their expressions inexplicably turned serious.

Lin Qin suppressed the tears welling up in her eyes and stammered, "I know it wasn't easy for you all to raise your daughter. Lingxue's career is thriving now, and her future is limitless. You should have even higher expectations for her. I never expected fate to play such a cruel trick on us. How did those two fall for each other? Waaah, I know my son isn't good enough for Lingxue, but I can't bring myself to break them up. I'm so ashamed to face you all."

The Xue couple looked at each other, stunned for a long while before they reacted. (End of Chapter)