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Molin sat with his arms crossed over his chest, legs crossed in a relaxed manner, looking every bit like the Director of the Guidance Office. His sharp gaze bore down on me, and I felt guilty, not daring to let him know what was really going on. Shizui had warned me before leaving, "Right now, the Demon Fetus's presence is suppressed, so your belly won't swell for a while. But be careful not to let Molin find out; he despises these things."
When Lin You first suggested telling Molin about this situation, I instinctively refused, thinking of this very point. But seeing his current demeanor made it clear that I couldn't just brush him off.
So, I told him about Picturesque, mixing truth with lies, deliberately omitting any mention of the Demon Fetus.
"That's how it is. I don't know why Twinborn Vine broke off, and I can't find him anywhere."
Molin listened in silence for a long time without responding. I thought he was deep in thought and didn't want to disturb him. But when I finally turned to look at him, he had already collapsed onto the sofa, fast asleep.
I gritted my teeth in frustration, wanting to punch him but ultimately holding back. Instead, I found a blanket to cover him and returned to my room to rest.
The days ahead went smoothly, and before I knew it, June had arrived. The school held a graduation ceremony, and as we prepared to part ways after four years together, everyone felt reluctant.
These four years had been uneventful until Jun Chong entered my life and changed everything. I had hoped he would accompany me into the world after graduation, but in the end, it was just me alone.
I couldn't understand why the Qilin Hairpin remained imprinted on my skin without any reaction. This method was taught to me by Jun Chong; I figured he must be angry with me, which caused the spell to fail and the Qilin Hairpin to stop protecting me.
"Is this how Ghost Marriage ends and disappears?"
"What are you thinking?" Lin You said as she playfully hooked her arm around my neck, messing up my hair. "Sister, my flight is in the afternoon; you don't need to come see me off."
"How can that be?"
"I said there's no need," Lin You said, placing her hands on her hips and glaring at me. "I don't want to see you shed any more tears at our farewell, so just wait until I come back for you to pick me up, okay? Best friend."
My nose tingled with emotion. Despite Lin You's carefree demeanor and her tendency to abandon me for handsome guys, I knew she always thought of me.
There were too many unsaid words, so I could only hold her tightly. "Xiao You, I'll wait for you to come back."
"Anxin, remember this: no matter what happens, you are my one and only best friend. This friendship is something I will never forget for the rest of my life, even if I die."
Her words felt like a spell that burrowed into my mind, leaving me with an unsettling feeling. I watched her retreating figure and murmured, "Xiao You, are you hiding something from me?"
But no one answered. I pulled Molin out for a meal, planning to buy some supplies before setting off tomorrow to search for Lin Shan.
While we were eating, my phone rang; it was my mom calling. "Anxin, you attended the graduation ceremony today, right? When are you coming back? We need to discuss your job."
Speaking of jobs, I had received an offer letter from Su Group yesterday, signed personally by Su Ziqian—Lin You wasn't joking.
"Mom, about the job, it's actually all sorted out. I can start working in August."
"Really? Don't just say that to ease our worries."
"Mom, how could I joke about my future career?"
"No way! I'm still worried. How about this: you go back to Grandfather's House for a visit. If you really have a job, bring back some proof; otherwise, just listen to your dad's arrangements."
Evidence...
I pressed my forehead, wondering if this was really my biological mother. It had been a long time since I visited my grandfather, so I agreed to go back tomorrow. Besides, Grandfather's House was in the direction that Molin mentioned; it might just be there.
That night, I sat by the window, gazing at the starry sky, my thoughts drifting far away. Yet the person I missed was not by my side. I touched the Qilin Hairpin at my waist, feeling a mix of emotions.
"Jun Chong, tomorrow I need to leave for a while. I hope when I return, I can see you. That day was my fault; I lost my temper without understanding the situation and said things I shouldn't have. You can resent me or be angry; I won't hold it against you. I just hope you can give me a chance to apologize. I know some words, once spoken, are like water spilled; even an apology can't undo the hurt caused. But still, I want to say I'm sorry. Jun Chong, you have your reasons, and I have my principles. If this child truly poses a threat to me, I'm willing to take that risk. No mother would willingly abandon her child, whether healthy or disabled; they are all pieces of her heart, connected by blood. I believe that as long as we strive for change, miracles will happen. So please give me a chance, okay? Jun Chong, I don't know if you can hear these words, but I'll wait for your return. My lifespan isn't as long as yours, but I'll spend my life waiting."
I smiled through my tears and shouted into the night sky, "Jun Chong, in this life, I vow to be your wife without regret for eternity. Even if it means waiting a lifetime or turning away for another life, I'll wait for you."
As night fell, a gentle breeze floated through the window, lifting the curtains in a dance. Waves rippled like water but were mixed with a completely different shade of black until dawn arrived and swept it away.
The next morning, Molin and I boarded a long-distance bus together.
I looked out at the scenery outside the window and turned to see Molin sitting beside me with a gloomy expression. I nudged him gently. "What's wrong?"
He cast a resentful glance at me. "Did Xiao You go abroad yesterday?"
"Yes, didn't you know?"
"If you hadn't said anything, how would I know?" Molin glared at me in annoyance. "I finally made it here; when will she come back?"
I pulled out my phone and opened a contact number before handing it to him. "This is her number over there; you can ask her anytime."
"International long-distance calls are very expensive."
I was momentarily speechless, wishing I could pry open his skull to see what was inside. " Molin, this is why you don't have a girlfriend! You're so stingy! I think you should give up on Xiao You and go for Qian Qian instead! She won't need to waste money on communication; just a thought or a call from you will bring her over. It's cost-effective and full of love—it's a win-win situation!"
"…"
Three hours later, we got off the car. Grandpa originally lived in the county town, but after being discharged from the hospital two years ago, he moved back to his old home in the countryside, where everyone around knows each other, making things much more convenient.
Although the facilities in the countryside can't compare to those in the city, the air is fresh, and the villagers are warm and hospitable. There’s not much scheming going on. I've been there a few times, and they treated me well. Plus, it’s a great summer retreat.
"Grandpa, I'm back!"
I let Molin carry all the gifts while I happily ran inside. The first person I saw was Grandpa. He was nearly eighty years old, with a head full of white hair and a thick white beard. I often joked that if he shaved his head, he would look like an immortal.
"Oh my, it's Anxin! Your mother just told me yesterday that you were coming back. Why are you here so early? Are you tired? The sun is really strong outside; come in and rest."
"Grandpa, how's your health?"
I gave Grandpa a big hug. My mom came out and lightly tapped my head. "You child, you're so grown up yet still lack common sense. Come drink some sour plum soup to cool off."
"Thanks, Mom."
I took a bowl of sour plum soup and gulped it down, instantly feeling my entire body cool down and relax.
“Anxin, is that your friend?”
It was only after Grandpa's reminder that I remembered Molin. I hurriedly put down my bowl and went outside to help him with some gifts. Molin was furious, “I didn’t come here to do manual labor.”
“Alright, it’s my fault, okay? Come on in and have some sour plum soup. My mom's secret recipe is really delicious.”
At that moment, Mom and Grandpa had already come out to greet him. Mom especially scrutinized Molin from head to toe, her gaze resembling that of a mother-in-law assessing her future son-in-law, which made my scalp tingle.
I let Grandpa and Molin carry the things inside while Mom pulled me aside. “Be honest, is he your friend or boyfriend? He’s not bad looking, but he has a bit of a rogue vibe. What does he do for work? Who else is in his family? What’s his character like? Most importantly, he can’t have a bad temper, and—”
“Mom, he’s just a friend. His family wanted him to come to the countryside for some experience, so he came with me. The person he likes is Xiao You.”
“Really?”
“I swear on my dad’s name; it’s absolutely true.”
Mom finally let me go after giving me a skeptical look and called for Molin. Seeing his flustered expression made me laugh heartily.
After a long day of travel and the hot weather, I felt dizzy and weak, so I didn’t go out much on the first day and just relaxed at home like a little emperor.
The next day was cloudy. I took Molin out for a stroll. As we reached the village chief's house, we saw a large crowd gathered there, including Grandpa. I pulled Molin closer and squeezed in beside Grandpa. Before I could say anything, I noticed several dead roosters lying on the ground, their necks stained with blood.
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