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

The door closed gently behind me, and the bedroom fell silent instantly, with only the clearer birdsong and rustling of leaves outside the window.

Chen Mo stood still, without making any immediate move.

The image of his mother Chen Xi's eyes, which rarely revealed pure love and happiness, and the words "the happiest day," still echoed in Chen Mo's mind.

Having grown accustomed to my mother's unconventional and even "abstract" style, this straightforward and affectionate expression brought a heartwarming touch to my soul.

On this day that belongs to him, she only wants to give as much as she can, not to take.

Su Yuqing stood quietly beside him, equally moved by Chen Xi's profound maternal love.

Looking at Chen Mo's slightly dazed profile, she could sense the emotion stirring within him.

She gently reached out and grasped his hand, which was hanging by his side; his fingertips were slightly cool.

Chen Mo felt her touch, came to his senses, and wrapped her hand completely in his warm palm.

He looked down at her; the morning light filtered through the gaps in the curtains, casting soft shadows on her face.

“My mom can be unreliable sometimes, but when she gets serious, what she says can really warm your heart…” Chen Mo said with a smile, his voice slightly hoarse, as if he had been choked by some emotion.

Having lived two lives, Chen Mo had never experienced his mother's genuine emotions too often.

In the previous timeline, he was forced to grow up and matured too much overnight, which caused a disconnect from his mother's love.

In that state, it would be very difficult for Chen Xi to express her love to Chen Mo, even if she wanted to.

Looking back on his life, Chen Mo felt that he had neglected his parents and grandparents while he was grieving the loss of Su Yuqing, and that he owed them a lot.

This makes Chen Mo feel increasingly guilty the more he receives their affection.

Su Yuqing nodded, her eyes filled with understanding and gentleness, and said, "I really like Auntie's style."

She smiled as she recalled Chen Xi's ridiculous actions.

But in crucial moments, she always manages to convey that deep, clumsy yet incredibly sincere love so clearly.

You are so lucky to have a mother like that.

"Mmm," Chen Mo responded, squeezing her hand even tighter.

His mother's words were like a warm current, washing away the slight annoyance he felt when their kiss was interrupted. They also made the love that filled Chen Mo's chest because of Su Yuqing's birthday gift and her deeper expression of affection feel even more substantial and grounded.

He possesses so many things in this world that are worth cherishing.

The two smiled at each other, needing no further words; the shared warmth of family and love filled the small bedroom.

"Gulu..."

A soft rumbling sound broke the tranquility of the room.

Chen Mo immediately gave an awkward smile. He hadn't even had a chance to eat his lovingly prepared breakfast in the living room before he was "sent" back.

Su Yuqing couldn't help but chuckle when she saw him like this. The sentimental atmosphere from before was largely dispelled by his adorable practical needs.

"Eat quickly, it'll get cold if you leave it too long." Su Yuqing smiled as she looked at the lovingly prepared breakfast that had been placed on the computer desk.

"Um……"

Just then, a deliberately soft but clearly audible voice came from outside the door, along with Chen Xi's low but excited "Shh—keep it down!"

Immediately following was a smile from Grandpa and Grandma, both responding in equally low voices:

"Did you hear that?" "It sounds like...someone's talking..."

"Oh dear, young people always want to whisper, let's go, let's not disturb them..."

Chen Mo and Su Yuqing: "..."

The blatant eavesdropping outside the door left the two of them both amused and exasperated.

Chen Mo sighed helplessly and called out towards the door, "Mom! If you keep doing this, I'm taking Yuqing out for a 'nap'!"

The commotion outside the door instantly stopped.

A few seconds later, Chen Xi gave instructions in a deliberately serious tone: "Ahem! That ribbon! Yes, hang it higher! Dad, is that balloon inflated yet? Hurry up!"

Accompanied by a series of slightly hurried footsteps fading into the distance, and the suppressed low laughter of the grandparents.

The world is finally quiet.

Su Yuqing couldn't help but burst out laughing. Her earlier shyness vanished, and she felt that Chen Mo's family was just like children... full of energy.

She was so envious of this family atmosphere.

She didn't enjoy this kind of family atmosphere before, but she will have it in the future.

"Looks like she's really gone." Chen Mo relaxed, walked to his computer desk, sat down, and began to enjoy the loving breakfast Su Yuqing had prepared.

Su Yuqing sat down on the edge of the bed and quietly watched him.

"If you're sleepy, go and catch up on some sleep," Chen Mo said gently, his gaze fixed on her face.

Su Yuqing shook her head, leaned on his shoulder, and said in a soft, coquettish voice, "I'm not sleepy, I'll just lean on you for a while."

Chen Mo chuckled and said, "Then you can lean on it, I'm going to start enjoying my breakfast."

Watching Chen Mo enjoy the breakfast she had carefully prepared, Su Yuqing leaned back for a while, then slowly got up and looked at his expression.

She loved watching Chen Mo enjoy the food she made, and the happy look on his face.

Seeing Chen Mo's expression, all her hard work had paid off, and she felt happy too.

After enjoying a delicious breakfast made with love, Chen Mo naturally didn't forget to praise the person who made it.

Su Yuqing smiled and didn't say much. Seeing his satisfied expression was enough for her.

After putting down his chopsticks, wiping his mouth, and resting for a while, Chen Mo looked at the dark blue brocade pouch containing the amulet.

He hadn't properly looked at what the amulet inside looked like before.

He reached out and took the brocade pouch; it felt warm to the touch.

"This amulet," he looked at Su Yuqing, his eyes gentle, "was it something you and my mother went to get together?"

"Hmm." Su Yuqing nodded, sat up straight, and said seriously, "There are two in total, one for me and one for Auntie. We originally planned to give them to you separately, but it's not convenient for you to carry two brocade pouches at once, so we put them together for you."

She recalled the devout prayers she and Chen Xi had shared in the temple, and a radiant glow of piety appeared on her face.

Chen Mo carefully untied the drawstring and took out two bright yellow talismans folded into a triangle.

A faint scent of sandalwood and cinnabar permeates the air, carrying a sense of tranquility.

He quickly put the two talismans, representing double care, back down, solemnly hung the brocade pouch around his neck, tucked it into the collar of his T-shirt, and placed the small pouch close to his heart. (End of Chapter)