novelraw Chapter 1371 - 905: Unfit (Part 2)
Chapter 1371 - 905: Unfit (Part 2)
However, because I’ve lived by your side for these years so comfortably, I’ve gradually developed feelings and genuinely want to be with you.
If I’m making you uncomfortable, it’s okay. Whether we separate or just live apart, I won’t blame you..." She paused and smiled bitterly, "At the very least, I fell in love with a dedicated man, which shows I have good taste."
"Don’t overthink it, I absolutely don’t regret marrying you. At this age, I wouldn’t have made such a decision without careful consideration.
I just need some time to adjust. After all, for the past few years, we’ve developed a fixed way of interacting, and any sudden change requires an adjustment period for me..."
After a slight hesitation, Old Master Wan looked apologetically at Sister-in-law Yin, "It’s my fault, I should have given you the choice earlier, even if you couldn’t accept it... For now, this is the way it has to be, otherwise, we’d both lose face, right?"
"I don’t find it unacceptable..." Hearing Old Master Wan’s reasoning, the weight on Sister-in-law Yin’s heart gradually lifted, "I was worried you were with me out of a sense of responsibility from your previous promise..."
Old Master Wan interrupted her with a wry smile: "Are you still doubting the matter with Xiao Sun?"
"No, no..." Sister-in-law Yin waved her hands repeatedly, "You’ve made it so clear, if I still suspected it, I’d really be petty. Honestly, when it was just the two of us earlier, I felt very awkward. You know, I’ve been single for so many years, it’s really hard to suddenly put myself into the role of a wife.
And ironically, the way you’ve been acting also makes it hard to quickly step into the role of a husband, so I can’t help but overthink. I’m also afraid that my presence might affect your relationship with your daughter.
Having taken care of you these years, I’m well aware of the love-hate entanglement you have with Yuqiong. Now that the hatred is gone, only love remains. Before marriage, I didn’t feel it, but now, I really feel like I’m the only outsider in this family.
At this age, saying things like this seems a bit melodramatic, but that’s truly how I feel, Wan Lang. Let’s agree, if Yuqiong has any objection to us being together, we’ll part ways.
Don’t worry, if we really separate, I won’t give up on myself. I’ll ask the organization to reassign my work. At my age, working in a factory isn’t suitable, so perhaps I’ll go to a retirement home.
When I’m older, I can stay there directly, so you won’t have to worry about my life now or in the future."
"I’ve said so much, why are you still hung up on this?" Old Master Wan looked at her helplessly. "We’ve lived together for a few years; do you really think I’m the type of person you imagine?
How many times do I have to explain to you, my current hesitation is just about letting go of the guilt I feel towards Yuqiong’s mother, and quickly moving into a new role. Honestly, I believe us getting married is exactly what Yuqiong’s mother wanted to see.
When she left, she reminded me to find someone compatible to live with because the last thing she wanted was for me to grow old alone.
Though Yuqiong, Yanyan, and Dakun have returned now, they eventually need their own lives, especially Yuqiong. At her age, it’s truly not right for her to remain alone all her life.
Yet with her situation with Qian Jianming, considering her personality, if I don’t remarry, she might really keep waiting like this. Then when the day comes that I’m gone, she would find it too late to make any changes.
However, telling you this is not to say I married you just for my daughter. I want you to know, no matter how you look at it, there’s no element of being forced in our being together.
Yet, people are emotional creatures, and my feelings towards Yuqiong’s mother were not bad, so suddenly I might act inappropriately. Don’t worry; as long as we live together for a period, I will naturally adapt, and you undoubtedly will too."
"Alright, I understand..." Sister-in-law Yin couldn’t help but smile, "Hearing you explain, you really are talking nonsense. Fortunately, I’ve lived with you for a few years and understand your character; otherwise, your words might have led me astray. See for yourself how you sounded just now."
Old Master Wan sheepishly laughed, "I’ve never explained such things to anyone at my age, but fundamentally, it’s due to us not communicating enough."
"True." Sister-in-law Yin nodded, "These misunderstandings, in essence, are because you doubt me, and I doubt you, yet we both understand each other’s character, making the doubts even more perplexing."
"It’s good to have talked it through; let’s go to sleep." Old Master Wan patted Sister-in-law Yin’s hand, "Don’t overthink, I’m not staying faithful to Yuqiong’s mother, just give me some time..."
Sister-in-law Yin blushed and interrupted him: "Alright, alright, no need to explain, I get it. I’m not demanding anything from you, just trying to communicate. It’s because you were lying there stiff like a plank. If you remain that stiff all night, will I have to take you to the hospital tomorrow? Now, that would be truly embarrassing."
"You..." Old Master Wan looked at Sister-in-law Yin with a black line on his forehead, wondering how he hadn’t discovered this feisty side of her after living together all these years. But this display made him genuinely feel like they were a married couple... (To be continued. If you enjoyed this work, you are welcome to vote for it at Qidian (qidian.com) with your support being my greatest motivation. Mobile users, please visit m.qidian.com to read.)