Chapter 55: A Family
"Jiran, I understand Yanyi’s personality, and you should too, but since you both have decided to live a good life together, you need to be understanding and cherish each other. Although Yanyi has never mentioned it, she highly regards our parents’ marriage, and I hope you two can be happy together," Su Yanmo expressed, his primary concern naturally being his little sister’s happiness.
"Yanyi is wonderful, and I will do my utmost to take care of her. Please rest assured, Big Brother." He dared not promise that he could definitely give Su Yanyi happiness, because in his view, only someone loved can grant happiness. And Yanyi, at the current stage, couldn’t have such feelings for him. However, he was resolved to do everything within his power, everything that should be done, to ensure that not the slightest grievance would befall Yanyi while she was with him.
However, Yanyi was not the type to suffer grievances. In his heart, this woman had always been so strong, seemingly above all others, commanding respect from everyone. Anyone who dared to let her suffer would surely be courting death.
With this thought, a faint smile appeared on Qin Jiran’s lips - a smile uniquely belonging to Su Yanyi.
Su Yanmo had been closely observing Qin Jiran’s expressions, and seeing such a gentle look on his face finally put his mind at ease. This man’s feelings for Yanyi were indeed deep. Now all that he looked forward to was Yanyi’s recognition of her feelings for this man, hoping that she would understand her own heart soon.
Su Yanmo was not especially sensitive to matters of the heart, but he knew his younger sister too well. As someone cold and highly self-reliant, the people Yanyi cared about were few and far between. Those she could accept and acknowledge were even scarcer. Previously, it seemed that only family had a place in her heart, but now, Yanyi’s concern for Qin Jiran and the various changes in her actions had not gone unnoticed by Su Yanmo, who was well aware of how much his little sister cared for this man. The question was whether she was aware of her feelings.
Su Yanmo’s expression softened a great deal, with two men caring for the same woman, one out of familial love, and the other, love.
No matter how cold or indifferent a person might be, their heart always preserves a soft spot for someone or something precious – a place, person, or item. Whatever it may be, it’s what they cherish most and are willing to protect with all they have.
"I’ve been busy abroad lately, so you’ll need to look after the Su family matters here. Also, visit our parents more often when you have time. Grandfather is also very fond of Yanyi. Seeing you both return home together would make the elders very happy," Su Yanmo effectively expressed his utmost recognition for Qin Jiran with these words.
Qin Jiran was surprised and delighted but didn’t say anything to decline. He clearly held great respect for Su Yanmo, not only because he was Su Yanyi’s older brother, but also because in front of Su Yanmo, Qin Jiran was confident and assertive, showing none of the hesitant and timid demeanor he had around Su Yanyi.
"Don’t worry, Big Brother. I will." The Su family was mighty and didn’t really need Qin Jiran’s oversight, but he would remember to visit more often, preferably with Su Yanyi. Together with grandfather, father-in-law, and mother-in-law – as one big family, he too hoped they could all be happy.
Qin Jiran had never experienced the warmth of a family from a young age, and he didn’t quite understand the feeling of having a home. Even though he had been married to Su Yanyi for three years, his visits to the Su family had been infrequent. Although the Su family members were amiable, there was still a sense of distance, and the feeling of coldness in his small home with Su Yanyi was even more pronounced. He had tried many times to break this ice but to no avail.