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After Bai Wei left, a hint of sweet awkwardness lingered between Du Ming and me. I was thinking about what topic to bring up to break the silence when Du Ming suddenly took my hand and said with intense eyes, "Lingxi, come home with me. I want to formally introduce you to my father." I was momentarily taken aback, warmth flooding my heart, but I felt a bit anxious. "Will your father... accept me?"
Du Ming held my hand tightly, his tone firm. "He will. I will convince him. He has seen the changes in me over these days. He knows it was you who helped me find myself again and understand what true happiness is. He will understand my feelings."
Looking into Du Ming's determined eyes, the last trace of my worries vanished. I nodded and softly replied, "Okay."
Three days later, I wore the elegant long dress that Du Ming had specially prepared for me. Accompanied by Du Ming, I arrived at the Du Family Old Residence. As soon as I stepped into the living room, an imposing aura hit me. I looked up to see an elderly man dressed in a Tang suit, looking vigorous as he sat in a mahogany armchair, his sharp gaze fixed on me.
"Father, I'm back," Du Ming said as he held my hand and walked up to the old man. "Let me introduce you; this is Guo Lingxi, my..."
"I know, your physician wife," Mr. Du interrupted Du Ming with a hint of displeasure in his voice. "Please sit."
I felt Du Ming's grip tighten slightly, indicating that he was also feeling uneasy at that moment. I gently patted the back of his hand to signal him to relax and then confidently sat down in the chair opposite Mr. Du.
"Hello, Uncle. I am Guo Lingxi," I said with a slight bow, maintaining a respectful yet assertive tone.
Mr. Du scrutinized me from head to toe, his brow slightly furrowing. "I heard you are a physician; why do you want to marry Du Ming?"
I smiled slightly and replied confidently, "Uncle, my marriage to Du Ming is not for any ulterior motive; it is simply because we are mutually in love. I come from a family of traditional Chinese medicine practitioners and have studied medicine since childhood; helping others is my ideal. As for Du Ming..." I paused and looked at him softly, "he may seem cold on the outside, but he is very kind-hearted inside. Everything he does is to protect those he cherishes. I admire his sense of responsibility and hope to use my medical skills to help him heal."
Mr. Du snorted coldly. "Kind? If Du Ming were truly kind-hearted, he wouldn't..."
"Father!" Du Ming interrupted Mr. Du's words. "Let's not bring up the past anymore. Lingxi is different; she has taught me many lessons and helped me find my true self."
Mr. Du seemed ready to say more, but I gently squeezed Du Ming's hand and shook my head at him, signaling him not to continue. Turning back to Mr. Du, I spoke sincerely: "Uncle, I understand your concerns. Perhaps Du Ming has made some mistakes in the past, but no one is perfect; who hasn't made mistakes? I believe that under your guidance and with my support, he will become better and better."
I took out a delicate wooden box from my bag and opened it to reveal round and plump medicinal pills emitting a faint fragrance. "Uncle, these are health-preserving pills that I personally refined; they can soothe nerves and regulate qi and blood, which would be very beneficial for your health."
I offered the pills to Mr. Du. He hesitated for a moment as he looked into my sincere eyes but eventually accepted them. He opened one pill and placed it in his mouth; it melted instantly, sending a warm sensation throughout his body that alleviated some of his previous fatigue.
"Father, how is it? Lingxi's medical skills are quite impressive," Du Ming said with a smile beside me.
Mr. Du glanced at Du Ming without speaking, but the expression in his eyes had softened considerably. I knew he was beginning to slowly accept me.
The tension in my heart finally eased as an unprecedented sense of relief washed over me. Du Ming tightened his grip on my hand; his palm was warm and dry, conveying a reassuring strength to me. "Lingxi, thank you," he said in a low voice with a barely noticeable tremor.
I shook my head and smiled back at him. "We are husband and wife; we should support each other."
From that day on, it seemed like a new chapter opened in our lives together. Mr. Du's attitude toward me changed noticeably; he began to take an active interest in my life and asked about my preferences. The servants of the Du Family also showed me more respect and referred to me as "Young Mistress," their tone filled with admiration.
I continued practicing medicine but no longer worked as tirelessly as before. Du Ming built a clinic for me near the Du Family Old Residence so that I could care for my family while helping others with my skills. In my spare time, I would play chess and enjoy tea with Mr. Du or chat with relatives and friends of the Du Family; gradually, my presence became an integral part of their lives.
One clear night, while walking in the garden with Du Ming under the starry sky illuminated by moonlight like flowing water draping silver over everything around us, I nestled against him feeling his warmth fill me with happiness and contentment.
"Lingxi," Du Ming suddenly stopped walking and turned to face me directly with deep eyes locking onto mine tightly. "Have you ever regretted marrying me?"
I was taken aback for a moment, then smiled and asked, "What about you? Do you regret marrying me, the daughter of an ordinary physician?"
Du Ming said nothing, only pulling me into his embrace. His arms were broad and warm, as if they could shield us from all storms.
"Lingxi, I love you," he whispered in my ear, his tone firm yet gentle. "From now on, I want to spend every spring, summer, autumn, and winter with you, never to part."
I lifted my head to look at Du Ming's resolute face; his eyes were filled with deep affection and promise. My heart stirred, and I stood on my tiptoes to gently kiss his lips.
"Du Ming, I love you too, for all eternity."
However, just as we were lost in our happiness, a chilling wind suddenly swept in from behind us, accompanied by a sinister and terrifying laugh: "Du Ming, do you really think you can be with this woman forever? What a foolish dream!"
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