You are my wife, don't doubt it!

Shen Jie shook her head and said, "I thought about this question when I went to get our marriage certificate just now, but it seems that there is no change at the moment - you know, I just flew back from the United States."

"I know," Xiao Yao said, "I just want to remind you to pay more attention to this possibility later."

"I know," Shen Jie nodded: "Don't worry."

She seemed to have regained her status as a capable strong woman.

"Well, I have something to ask you." Xiao Yao said hesitantly.

"Just ask," Shen Jie said, "Oh, I just remembered, where is your grandma? I remember you lived with your grandma in high school?"

"She went on a cruise ship for the summer vacation." Xiao Yao said.

"Oh, then do you have enough money?" Shen Jie's thoughts were a little jumpy.

"Ah? Is it enough?" Xiao Yao answered subconsciously. He hadn't checked his bank card balance for a long time and didn't know whether it was enough or not.

"You probably can't use the cash I have in 04. I have to exchange it for old notes. I don't know if the exchange rate will decrease." Shen Jie continued to talk to herself, "I probably can't transfer the cards of your era either--"

As she spoke, she took off her earrings and necklace and placed them on the table: "You can sell them first. I will write you the price range later..."

"No, no, no, no, no, no." Xiao Yao refused again and again.

Shen Jie ignored him and took off the bracelet on her hand.

"Really?! I have money!" Xiao Yao said anxiously.

"Aren't you trying to find a way to get me out of my home when I'm 17?" Shen Jie said calmly, "If there's enough money, things will be easier, right?"

"This... I haven't thought of where to spend the money yet." Xiao Yao said after thinking for a while.

"I have plenty of these things. If you don't take them, it means you don't treat me as a family member." Shen Jie said angrily.

"Okay, okay." Xiao Yao raised his hands to show surrender.

"What did you want to ask me just now?" Shen Jie finally remembered Xiao Yao's proposition.

"I forgot too." Xiao Yao said.

He actually wanted to ask about Yu Luying's future, but he was too embarrassed to ask directly, so he chose another question: "I've always been worried that if I pull you out of the house, will it hurt you? Will he sever the father-daughter relationship with you?"

"No," Shen Jie answered straightforwardly, "My impression is vague, but I remember that it was my father who finally bowed his head in this matter. Also, although my father has many faults, he still loves me in the end."

"Really?" Xiao Yao blurted out, and then swallowed the last three words "I don't believe it."

"Then, I can rescue you with confidence?" Xiao Yao said.

"Well, I have been helping you find a solution since the beginning." Shen Jie said.

"Well, there is another question." Xiao Yao asked Shen Jie: "Isn't Tianyun the eldest daughter of your Shen family - our Shen family? Why is she living in my run-down house?"

"This is your request," Shen Jie answered without hesitation, "You don't want her to live with my father. This was one of the conditions you put forward when you offered to help my father take the blame."

"Is that so...? Just to avoid her grandfather?" Xiao Yao said.

"It's Grandpa." Shen Jie reminded him immediately.

"Oh, yes, yes, Grandpa." Xiao Yao said.

When you were 17, you wouldn't emphasize this to me so much, right?

"This is only part of the reason," Shen Jie told Xiao Yao, "Also, this place is very close to Changqing Sports School and the training ground, which is very convenient. Moreover, after the renovation of the old house, it is still livable. Another reason is to cultivate Tianyun's independent personality so that she won't develop a spoiled daughter's temper. And..."

"It's better to raise a spoiled little girl than a spoiled little girl, right?" Xiao Yao muttered in disapproval, "If it were me, I would hope for the best for her."

"It's normal," Shen Jie told Xiao Yao, "People are like this. Even the same person will have different opinions and ideas at different ages. It's hard to remain unchanged."

"That's true..." Xiao Yao replied.

For some reason, he always had a feeling that Shen Jie was not telling the truth, or rather, she was not telling the complete truth and was evading the important point.

But he himself couldn't explain why.

However, he did not dwell on this issue any further and asked the third question that he was most concerned about.

"Do you know where Yu Luying went when she grew up?" Xiao Yao asked Shen Jie.

He didn't notice the flash of displeasure on the woman's face.

Chapter 244 Old Couple and Old Wife

2023-06-22

*This chapter is also called "The Time Traveler's Wife"

"Do you know where Yu Luying went when she grew up?" Xiao Yao asked Shen Jie.

He didn't notice the flash of displeasure on the woman's face.

"She..." Shen Jie thought for a moment and said, "Actually, I just know there is such a person and have heard of this name. You should know my ex-girlfriend."

"That's right." Xiao Yao said.

"I just remember that you started dating when you were in college or graduated. I didn't know you and her were classmates in high school and you were so close," Shen Jie recalled. "In fact, you know me - oh, you may not know it now, but I really don't mind what kind of relationship you had before me, so I never ask. In life, you should look forward, not look back."

"It's like this," Xiao Yao repeated the four words, "but we are at least classmates and friends now. She wants to know about the future, so it's reasonable for me to help her find out."

"I really don't know now, but I can try to find out, that's no problem." Shen Jie said seriously: "Ah, I remember you said she seemed to be married, but I'm not too sure - she was a teacher and had a child. Again, I'm not too sure, I need to confirm it again."

"Oh." Xiao Yao said lightly.

Xiao Yao did not feel much emotional ups and downs when he heard this "news". He had predicted the answer and thought it was natural.

Of course, he should express regret, but...

Well, it's surprisingly peaceful.

Shen Jie immediately regretted the lie after she told it, because she remembered that she seemed to have told "Shen Jie" that Yu Luying had passed away and would rescue herself at that time. The two little ones would be exposed as soon as they said a few words to her, so she quickly tried to make amends in an uncertain tone.

"Xiao Yao," Shen Jie stretched out one of her feet and rubbed it against Xiao Yao's calf: "Sister wants to discuss something with you."

Xiao Yao had a bad feeling in his heart, but he could only say, "You tell me."

"Have you ever considered being loyal to her, or to me?" Shen Jie asked: "Just be with the two of us."

Xiao Yao looked embarrassed and said, "Originally, she and I were just ordinary friends. It was you who asked for it when you were 17 years old... I don't really want to bring up your memories and make you feel confused."

"I know about this," Shen Jie nodded, "Because she mentioned it to me on the phone, I don't need to inherit her memory to know..."

"Well, how much else do you know?" Xiao Yao asked Shen Jie.

Symbiosis, the palace, all of this, had Shen Jie told her about it? Or would she be able to "remember" it herself sooner or later?

It seems unnecessary to hide these things from her, Xiao Yao thought.

"How should I put it?" Shen Jie said patiently, "When you are young, you don't understand things, say strange things, do strange things, and regret it when you grow up. Isn't it reasonable?"

"It's very reasonable." Xiao Yao said reluctantly.

"Since I was the one who granted the authority and since I regret it, can I take it back now?" Shen Jie asked Xiao Yao.

"..." Xiao Yao didn't know what to say and could only remain silent.

"Well, even if that's the case," Xiao Yao thought for a moment and said, "it can't be like a public toilet, where you can come and go as you please, right? It can't be sudden. I will consider what you said, but don't do it suddenly."

"Okay then." Shen Jie was a little disappointed, but she didn't press him any further: "We all went through this when we were young, I understand."

Xiao Yao said "I'll consider it", but he didn't intend to consider it at all. If Xiao Shenjie said this, maybe I would... still...

"Okay, don't worry about it," Shen Jie smiled sweetly, "I'm not worried about it anymore, let's go to the movies together tonight."

"Okay, okay," Xiao Yao said, "but I can't go out."

"Use a laptop." said Shen Jie.

Xiao Yao rushed to clear the empty plates and bowls on the table, but was stopped by Shen Jie.

She simply opened the bedroom door and rang the wind chimes hanging on the door. After a while, two women dressed as Filipino maids came in and quickly cleaned up the table.

Very good, these are the third and fourth people from the future that I have met, Xiao Yao thought.

It’s really good to have money.

After cleaning up, Shen Jie produced a fruit-shaped laptop from nowhere.

"Are all notebooks this thin now?" Xiao Yao wondered, "This is just like paper. Where do you put the accessories?"

Shen Jie smiled without saying a word, and lovingly let him say "silly words of the ancients" while sitting on Shen Tianyun's soft sofa.

Her thin notebook was placed on her thighs. Due to her comfortable sitting posture and her raised right leg, the hem of her pajamas was naturally lifted to the base of her thighs. Xiao Yao then realized that she was not wearing pantyhose, but... suspenders.

"Do you like it?" Shen Jie noticed Xiao Yao's gaze, raised her hand and patted her leg. After a slight sound, her round thigh began to tremble slightly.

"Well," Xiao Yao said honestly, "I don't really like it that much."

Shen Jie raised her eyebrows, showing a somewhat surprised expression: "You obviously liked it in the past - no, you obviously liked it in the future."

"In the future? Well, it's hard to imagine. To be honest, this thing is a little too... too what in my eyes." Xiao Yao said: "At least don't wear it when you go out."

Shen Jie burst out laughing: "Do I need you to tell me that?"

Shen Jie sat on the soft sofa, she quietly untied her hair and gently shook it off, letting it fall smoothly. Under the dim light, her long straight hair exuded a soft luster, like a shining star in the dark night.

It’s really beautiful, finally it has a bit of girlishness, Xiao Yao thought.

Each strand of hair obediently adheres to her contours, dancing with the faint air-conditioning wind, like a black waterfall gently embracing the woman's body. They flow over her shoulders and back, forming a dreamlike picture. The air-conditioning wind gently blows through her hair and blows on her face, bringing a touch of coolness and tranquility.

"Who put your long hair up, who made your wedding dress..."

Xiao Yao sat on the sofa, shoulder to shoulder with Shen Jie, and watched with her an "old" movie from the future, "The Time Traveler's Wife", from 2009.

Although he said he was accompanying her, it was actually his first time watching the movie - the boy quite liked the movie, and tonight, Shen Jie had chosen this movie, which was obviously very appropriate for the occasion.

The lights in the room were off, and only the fluorescent light from the computer screen made the boy and the woman's faces turn pale and blue.

The situation of Xiao Yao and Shen Jie watching the movie together can be described again in detail as follows:

In Shen Tianyun's bedroom, the lights were dim, with only the faint fluorescence of the computer screen, creating a warm and private atmosphere. Xiao Yao sat next to Shen Jie, shoulder to shoulder, and they watched the movie together quietly.

Xiao Yao's heart is drawn to this "old" movie of the future. He immerses himself in the plot and is fascinated by the interweaving of time travel and love. He sees some of himself in the hero and experiences a touching emotional journey with the protagonist.

Shen Jie's eyes were flashing with deep thoughts - she was not unfamiliar with this movie, but at this moment she chose to watch it with Xiao Yao, not only to share this special moment with him, but also for other reasons.

Their eyes met on the screen, feeling the emotional impact brought by the movie. Shen Jie gently touched Xiao Yao's shoulders from time to time, and the warm touch conveyed... It's not quite right to call it maternal love, anyway, it conveyed a different kind of love.

Xiao Yao looked at Shen Jie from time to time.

The plot of the movie gradually deepened, triggering resonance between the two of them. They would look at each other at critical moments, communicating silent understanding with their eyes. This tacit understanding made them closer, as if the gap in time and age became insignificant at this moment.

As the film progresses, Xiao Yao's thoughts begin to fly. He imagines the future and fantasizes about what role he will play in the long river of time. He is not sure whether his unfortunate fate in the future can be changed, so he is a little worried and confused.

Shen Jie's company made him feel at ease, and even gave him a firm belief that no matter how the future changed, the bond between them would remain.

"I just hope that my fate is not to be shot to death by a passerby's shotgun." Xiao Yao stood up and stretched lazily.

"No, you will live a long life." Shen Jie said with a smile.

"It's not good to spend the rest of your life in jail," said Xiao Yao.

The boy told Shen Jie that he was tired and wanted to go back to his room to wash up and rest. Although Shen Jie didn't explicitly forbid him to leave, she still kept dragging him along and chatting about random things.

Xiao Yao lay comfortably on Shen Jie's lap, closed his eyes, tried to relax his body and mind, and then chatted with Shen Jie casually.

Shen Jie gently picked up a cotton swab and shone the small flashlight on her keychain, trying to remove the earwax from Xiao Yao's ear.

Her movements were light and skillful, and did not cause Xiao Yao any discomfort.

Xiao Yao felt Shen Jie's care, and he completely relaxed, enjoying the feeling of being taken care of. Shen Jie's movements were gentle and delicate, and her fingers moved gently around his ears, making him feel a little comfortable and pampered.

In this quiet bedroom, there was no other sound except the soft breathing and heartbeats between the two people.

"Xiao Yao," Shen Jie asked, "Can you tell me your love story with Shen Jie?"

"What love story?" Xiao Yao asked.

"I want to hear about how you two first met and how you've been getting along over the past few months," Shen Jie said gently.

After cleaning the ears, Shen Jie put down the cotton swab, stroked Xiao Yao's forehead with her gentle fingers, and gently kneaded his temples. This gentle touch made him feel at ease and peaceful, and his worries and stress seemed to be relieved a lot.

"I don't dare to tell you this, because I'm afraid that the memory will be replaced too quickly and you won't be able to adapt." Xiao Yao told Shen Jie.

"I feel like I'm ready and a little bit comfortable with it - we can take it bit by bit, a little bit today, a little bit tomorrow."

"Well...how should I put it?" Xiao Yao said, "I'm still a little scared."

"What are you afraid of, silly boy?"