On a rainy night, the school beauty knocked on my door and asked for shelter

Hearing Chen Xi's words, Su Yuqing's heart seemed to be gently touched. She paused for a few seconds before slowly speaking.

Those past experiences, buried deep in their hearts and rarely told to outsiders, now seem to have found an outlet for expression.

She felt a strange sense of closeness to Chen Xi—she wasn't like an elder who needed to be looked up to or kept at a distance, but rather like a confidante who could make people let down their guard and open their hearts.

Her very presence makes people feel comfortable and relaxed.

Su Yuqing softly explained why this title made her body tense up subconsciously. Fragments of memories related to her mother, mixed with longing and bitterness, slowly unfolded in the warm steam of the bathroom.

She didn't deliberately exaggerate her sadness, but the deep-seated sense of loss was clearly discernible.

As Chen Xi listened, a wave of pity washed over her.

She never imagined that the way she chose to address Su Yuqing in order to get closer and seem more friendly would carry such a complex and heavy meaning for her.

When Su Yuqing spoke of her sorrows and her voice trembled slightly, Chen Xi could no longer hold back. He gently pulled her into his arms, letting the girl's cheek rest softly against his warm, soft chest.

She gently stroked Su Yuqing's smooth back with one hand, her voice filled with maternal tenderness: "Good child, it's all in the past. From now on, you won't feel that loneliness and grievance anymore."

I've always longed for a loving daughter. If you don't mind, please treat me like your own mother.

From now on, you'll be just as important to our family as Momo; you'll always be our precious treasure.

These straightforward yet warm words flowed into Su Yuqing's heart like a warm current.

A blush instantly spread across her face, her shyness deepening, but this shyness was mixed with immense peace of mind and joy.

Being gently embraced and caressed by Chen Xi felt both familiar and strange—as if the warmth of his mother's embrace from the depths of his memory had been rekindled, yet it also carried Chen Xi's unique cheerfulness and gentleness.

The initial nervousness and cautious distance towards her "future mother-in-law" melted away quietly during their candid conversation and warm embrace.

A heavy stone that had been weighing on my heart for so long finally slowly settled down.

The sound of water pattering filled the air, and a misty haze enveloped the two of them.

Chen Xi's embrace was warm and strong, and Su Yuqing's tense body gradually relaxed. She even unconsciously leaned her head deeper into that warm harbor.

Chen Xi sensed her affection, a gentle smile curving his lips, and his movements became even softer.

"Good child, don't always keep things bottled up in the future." Chen Xi's voice sounded especially gentle in the steamy air. "You can talk to me or Momo. Just treat us like family, don't be shy."

"Hmm..." Su Yuqing responded in a muffled voice, her tone slightly nasal with a barely perceptible sob, but more than anything, it conveyed a sense of relief.

She looked up, her eyes slightly red, but a genuine, slightly shy smile spread across her face. "Thank you, Auntie..."

"Why are you crying?" Chen Xi immediately reached out to wipe away her tears.

"I cried tears of joy." Despite her tearful eyes, Su Yuqing managed to force a smile of immense happiness.

"As long as you're happy!" Chen Xi smiled and gently stroked Su Yuqing's head.

Soon, Chen Xi even personally helped Su Yuqing gently wash her hair, making her feel the loving relationship between mother and daughter.

Su Yuqing's heart stirred again, and her eyes welled up with tears once more.

The gentle touch of Chen Xi's soft fingers on her scalp was almost identical to how her mother had treated her when she returned. The image of her mother in her memory unexpectedly overlapped with that of her future mother-in-law before her.

After washing Su Yuqing's hair, Chen Xi asked Su Yuqing to rub her back and wash her hair again.

This is a quick way to bring two people closer together.

It is indeed very effective.

The two were completely honest with each other. Before entering the bathroom, Su Yuqing was extremely nervous and at a loss, but after coming out of the bathroom, she showed Chen Xi the kind of attachment and trust a daughter has for her mother.

This clearly demonstrates how skilled Chen Xi is at getting along with people.

After taking a shower, the two changed into comfortable pajamas and lay side by side on Su Yuqing's soft bed.

"These bedding items are of pretty good quality. No wonder this kid asked me for so much money before. It seems he really cares about you and is quite attentive to you," Chen Xi said with a smile.

After all, he is her biological son, so this is a bit like a peddler praising his own wares.

Su Yuqing smiled and nodded after hearing this. She knew better than anyone else in the world how good Chen Mo was to her.

She will never betray Chen Mo's feelings for her.

With the lights off, only the hazy moonlight from outside the window shines in.

Darkness seems to make people more open-minded.

The two started chatting casually.

As Su Yuqing and Chen Xi chatted, they grew closer and closer. Lying down next to Chen Xi, Su Yuqing brought up something she was curious about.

“Auntie…” Su Yuqing turned to face Chen Xi, her voice exceptionally clear in the darkness, “What was Chen Mo like when he was little?”

Upon hearing this, Chen Xi's eyes immediately lit up; this was one of her best topics!
"Oh dear, that kid was so mischievous when he was little! Let me tell you, when he was three years old..."

She began to recount Chen Mo's various embarrassing and funny childhood stories with great enthusiasm, her words vivid, exaggerated yet full of affection.

Su Yuqing listened with great interest, occasionally letting out soft chuckles.

Those childhood memories of Chen Mo that she never participated in come alive through Chen Xi's vivid descriptions.

She imagined the small, adorable Chen Mo in the photos, and her heart was filled with a soft warmth.

It turns out he also had so many clumsy and mischievous moments.

As Chen Xi spoke, she suddenly changed the subject, adding a touch of mischief: "Qingqing, has that kid Momo ever bullied you while you're living here? If he has, just tell Auntie, and Auntie will teach him a lesson! Don't let his size fool you, he'll always be just a little kid to me!"

"No, no," Su Yuqing quickly shook her head, her face flushing again in the darkness. "Chen Mo... he's very good to me, especially good."

Recalling Chen Mo's efforts for her these past few days, her voice was gentle yet filled with emotion and love.

"That's good." Chen Xi patted her hand with satisfaction. "Qingqing, Auntie really likes you. You're a good child, and it's Momo's good fortune to have met you. From now on, this is your home, so don't feel burdened, okay?"

"Mmm!" Su Yuqing nodded vigorously, her throat tightening slightly, a strong sense of belonging enveloping her. (End of Chapter)