A secret tryst? Her brotherly love triangle backfired.

Chapter 12 Make up your mind
She was not the daughter-in-law they were satisfied with.

Perhaps they felt that the Tang family's social standing was not a good match.

Perhaps it's her body, which is like a medicine bottle.

Right.

Let alone a powerful family like the Shen family, even an ordinary family wouldn't be satisfied with a sickly woman as their daughter-in-law.

Shen's mother said it wouldn't be too late to wait until she recovered...

But if she wanted to be healthy, she had to be with Jiang Yanzhi.

Her hesitation and doubt vanished at that moment.

That wavering heart became completely resolute.

Physical health is the most important thing.

She couldn't give up her chance to regain her health for Shen Xianyu's sake.

Otherwise, with their frail bodies so weak that they couldn't even experience intense joy, anger, sorrow, or happiness, they might not have been able to go far.

Even if he loves her to death now.

They will also face many practical problems.

For example, she couldn't even give him a deep kiss.

Wanting to take things any further into intimacy is just wishful thinking.

At twenty, he was able to resist crossing the line and restrain his desires.

Is he still okay at thirty?
Besides, in the dream, he was the 'devoted second male lead'.

If that's the case, what else could she possibly be reluctant to part with?

Over there, Old Master Shen's face darkened after his daughter-in-law refuted his words.

"It's just an engagement, it won't affect my health. The two kids have known each other for so many years, they know each other inside and out, getting engaged won't cause any problems."

He turned to look at Tang Wanwan, his tone softening, "Wanwan, don't worry about anything else, just think about what you want."

The implication was that as long as Tang Wanwan nodded.

This marriage can be finalized today.

He stood up for them.

Shen Xianyu felt his heart leap into his throat, and his palms were sweating profusely.

Nervous and expectant, he caught a glimpse of the girl beside him slowly shaking her head out of the corner of his eye.

Tang Wanwan said, "Auntie is right. Health is the most important thing. Let's talk about everything after I recover."

There was a moment of silence in the ward.

The elders had different expressions.

Shen Xianyu was somewhat disappointed.

He gave a weak smile and reached out to take her hand.

"If you don't want to get engaged, then we won't. But don't pay attention to what my mother said. No matter what your health is like, I only want you."

Over the years, his feelings have long been obvious. Everyone around him knows that, apart from her, there will never be another option in his love life.

He spoke so bluntly in front of several elders.

Shen's mother looked frighteningly pale.

Tang Wanwan pulled her hand away from the tight grip, feeling extremely uncomfortable and unable to stay any longer.

She stood up and said to Grandpa Shen, "Grandpa, please rest well. I'll come to see you again next time."

This means she realized her future mother-in-law was not satisfied with her.

Old Master Shen waved his hand with a slight headache, "You young people can handle your own affairs."

"Then Wanwan won't bother you any longer,"

Tang Wanwan smiled politely at Mr. and Mrs. Shen, "Goodbye, Uncle and Aunt."

After saying that, she didn't linger for a second longer and turned to walk out of the ward.

Shen Xianyu glanced at his parents and then followed them out.

As soon as the two left, Old Master Shen gave Old Master Shen a cold look.

“Dad,” Mr. Shen explained on behalf of his wife, “Shuhui is also doing it for Xianyu’s own good.”

Old Master Shen snorted, "If you really care about Xianyu, then you should settle that girl's marriage sooner rather than later."

“His heart is completely devoted to that girl. If this relationship doesn’t end well, believe me, your son could lose half his life.”

People become better with age.

How could he not see that his foolish grandson had completely fallen into a trap? On the contrary, that little girl from the Tang family had only been passively accepting everything.

It's obvious to anyone with eyes that someone is more attached to this relationship.

A brief silence fell over the ward.

Mother Shen wanted to say something, her lips moved, but then she thought of her good-for-nothing son and couldn't find the words.

Their son must have taken a liking to someone else; he matured emotionally so early and once he's set his mind on something, he won't let go.

She actually quite liked Tang Wanwan.

An eighteen or nineteen-year-old girl, wearing a light green short skirt, with slender and fair limbs, stood there gracefully, exuding a captivating charm.

After not seeing her for several years, she has grown even more beautiful... making her unforgettable.

Born into a scholarly family, her words and actions were impeccable; in ancient times, she would have been considered a lady of high birth.

She was a stunningly beautiful young lady from a prominent family; how beautiful her children must be!

Everyone who sees this will be confused.

Their son started watching over her from a young age, and over the years he has become increasingly involved. Her parents have seen it all and are willing to let her have her way.

In short, given the Shen family's current status, they no longer need to arrange marriages among their younger generations.

As long as the child is happy.

But all of this is on the premise that it does not affect offspring.

Shen's mother knew a little about Tang Wanwan's health.

A person who is always on medication doesn't even know if it's okay to have sex, let alone have a child.

It hasn't gotten better after all these years, who knows if it can still be cured?

If they can't, then their son will suffer for the rest of his life.

Is it more important to have half a life or to suffer for a lifetime?

Shen's mother couldn't make a judgment.

But she felt that while the feelings of young people were sincere, there was always room for maneuver.

Rather than spending her life suffering with a sickly, beautiful woman, she believed her son could pull through.

As a mother, she was willing to be the bad guy.

She can't be wrong.

……

Tang Wanwan entered the elevator and had just pressed the close button when Shen Xianyu squeezed in.

A thin layer of sweat glistened on his forehead, his face filled with anxiety. "Don't take my mother's words to heart. She can't control me, and I won't let you suffer, Wanwan..."

"Shen Xianyu,"

Tang Wanwan interrupted him, "Do you know that your grandfather will definitely bring up the engagement when he sees me?"

Shen Xianyu paused for a moment, then slowly nodded.

Tang Wanwan looked up at him: "You want to get engaged to me?"

"..." Shen Xianyu nodded again with difficulty.

It was his own selfish reason not to tell her beforehand that his grandfather was considering getting them engaged.

He hoped that, given the unexpected situation and lack of prior preparation, she would feel embarrassed to directly refuse her elders.

Even though the engagement made her feel a little awkward, she would still agree to it first.

In this way, their relationship became even closer.

“I’m sorry,” Shen Xianyu said, full of regret. “I’m sorry, Wanwan. I love you. I love you. No matter what happens to you, I only love you. I don’t just want to get engaged. If I could, I would marry you right away.”

He always felt insecure around her.

Being too eager for quick results.

Tang Wanwan lowered her eyes, avoiding his gaze, and said only, "Calm down and think about it. Actually, your mother's considerations are quite correct. We..."

"Right to what?"

Shen Xianyu panicked, "I was wrong this time. I shouldn't have let you face Grandpa's pressure to get married without any preparation. It will never happen again. Please don't be angry with me."

"Wanwan?"

Seeing that the girl didn't speak, Shen Xianyu became increasingly anxious, reached out and grabbed her arm, about to hug her.

Tang Wanwan stepped aside to avoid her, saying, "Your mother doesn't like me."

(End of this chapter)