In the extra chapter 8, meeting the parents,
Yu Hanjiang confidently declared, "Leave it to me," but in reality, he had no experience in this area. He could only imitate what he saw in instructional movies, starting with a gentle kiss for Xiao Lou.
Xiao Lou blushed from the kiss and simply hugged Yu Hanjiang's shoulders tightly, closing her eyes.
Soon, sounds that made hearts race filled the bedroom. It
was their first time, and both were quite awkward, but because Yu Hanjiang was very gentle and careful, and Xiao Lou blushed and tried her best to cooperate, their harmony grew, and they both experienced indescribable pleasure.
However, Yu Hanjiang had been holding back for too long, and finally, on his birthday, he truly possessed Xiao Lou. The usually calm Captain Yu lost control of his emotions slightly, holding Xiao Lou and making love several times until late at night, when Xiao Lou was too tired to continue.
Looking at the person sleeping peacefully in his arms, Yu Hanjiang gently kissed the corner of his lips and whispered, "Xiao Lou, I love you."
Xiao Lou vaguely heard these words and softly replied, "I love you too."
Yu Hanjiang smiled slightly and carried Xiao Lou to the bathroom to clean him up.
It was already past midnight. After showering, Yu Hanjiang returned to the bedroom, glanced at the messy sheets stained with dirt, first placed Xiao Lou on the sofa, took a new sheet from the closet and changed it, then carried the still-closed Xiao Lou to the clean bed.
Xiao Lou quickly fell into a deep sleep.
Yu Hanjiang lay beside him, unable to sleep for a moment. He picked up his phone from the bedside table and found several unread messages on WeChat. To avoid being disturbed when he carried Xiao Lou to the bedroom, Yu Hanjiang had put his phone on silent and hadn't seen the messages. Now, when he opened it, he found that they were from his mother, sent around 9 pm.
The message was simple and direct: "Happy birthday. Didn't you say you were going back to Jiangzhou for someone you like? Since you've decided on someone, bring them home to meet us when you have time."
Yu Hanjiang turned around and saw that Xiao Lou was already fast asleep. His fair face was still slightly flushed from the night's excessive indulgence, half of his face buried in the pillow, as peaceful as an angel sent by God.
Yu Hanjiang reached out and gently stroked Xiao Lou's hair, his heart softening.
This was the person he had decided to spend his life with, someone he would introduce to his parents sooner or later. Yu Hanjiang didn't want Xiao Lou to suffer any grievances with his parents, so he had to make sure to give them a heads-up beforehand.
Thinking of this, Yu Hanjiang said, "I'll bring him home in a few days and introduce him to you, Mom. His name is Xiao Lou, he's a year younger than me, a PhD graduate in forensic medicine from Jiangzhou Medical University. He gave up a stable job as a university teacher for me and went to work on the front lines of the police force. He's exceptionally talented, handsome, and has a gentle and easy-going personality; he's the best person I've ever met." "
Mom,"
Yu Hanjiang, now 28, had never praised anyone like this before, showing how much he liked this person.
The key was the following sentence: "I've officially proposed to him, and he's accepted. I've rarely met true love in my life. If you want me to get married, then the only person I'll marry is Xiao Lou."
This was an announcement, not a discussion. In other words, if his parents strongly opposed it, Yu Hanjiang would rather live alone than marry anyone else; he only recognized Xiao Lou.
Lu Qing was silent for a moment before sending a message: "You're an adult. You should think things through before making any decisions. Your dad and I can't force you to break up with Xiao Lou by pointing a gun at your head, but I still advise you to think it over carefully."
Yu Hanjiang replied, "I've thought it through very clearly. It's him for me in this life."
Lu Qing said helplessly, "Your temper is just as stubborn as your dad's. I can't persuade you. Let's introduce Xiao Lou to him another day. I'm also very curious about what kind of person can make you so devoted."
Yu Hanjiang said, "Okay, if Xiao Lou is willing, I'll find a time to bring him home."
After ending the conversation, Yu Hanjiang crawled into bed, turned to his side, and gently hugged Xiao Lou. Xiao Lou was already used to Yu Hanjiang holding him while he slept. In his sleep, Xiao Lou subconsciously stretched out his arms and hugged Yu Hanjiang's waist, resting his head in Yu Hanjiang's chest. This unconscious act of intimacy warmed Yu Hanjiang's heart.
His parents might not understand his feelings for Xiao Lou, but he knew that after going through so much life and death together, no one could separate them anymore, because Xiao Lou had completely become a part of his life.
The next day, Xiao Lou slept until noon. When he woke up, Yu Hanjiang had already prepared lunch. Xiao Lou followed the aroma to the dining room. It wasn't the first time he had seen Yu Hanjiang cooking in an apron, but every time he saw him, he felt a sense of warmth.
Looking at the man's tall, slender back, and recalling the passion and tenderness of last night, Xiao Lou's ears burned, and his legs felt weak. Seeing Yu Hanjiang turn around, Xiao Lou hurriedly turned to wash up. However, Yu Hanjiang immediately came out of the kitchen and stopped Xiao Lou, gently putting his arm around his waist and asking in a low voice, "How are you feeling? Are you still uncomfortable?"
Xiao Lou lowered his head and said, "I'm fine."
Yu Hanjiang said softly, "Last night was my fault. It was our first time, and I was too excited and didn't know how to control myself, so you fainted from exhaustion. Fortunately, I checked and I didn't hurt you. You should rest well at home today. I will be more careful in the future."
What do you mean by fainting from exhaustion? Just saying it directly is so embarrassing,
although it is true.
Xiao Lou blushed and changed the subject, "I'm hungry."
Yu Hanjiang immediately said, "Go wash up first, lunch will be ready soon."
After washing his face with cold water in the bathroom, Xiao Lou regained his composure. When he returned to the dining room, Yu Hanjiang had already set out lunch on the table: simple home-style dishes and a bowl of delicious fish soup.
Worried that Xiao Lou might be uncomfortable, Yu Hanjiang proactively brought a cushion from the living room and placed it on the stool. "Sit down."
Xiao Lou thought, "
He's really considerate, paying attention to details. He even washed the sheets early this morning.
" Xiao Lou sat down and coughed lightly. "What time did you get up?"
Yu Hanjiang replied, "I woke up at eight."
Xiao Lou couldn't help but think, "Is Captain Yu some kind of beast? He was up so late last night, yet he still managed to get up early. He has so much stamina!
" As Yu Hanjiang served Xiao Lou fish soup, he casually said, "Last night, my mom mentioned taking you home. When is it convenient for you? I can take you back to meet them, or I can visit your parents first."
He gently placed the fish soup in front of Xiao Lou, gazing at him tenderly. "Since we've decided to be together, I think..." "Both sets of parents should know. What do you think?"
Xiao Lou was silent for a moment, then nodded. "It's up to you, I'm fine with anything."
Yu Hanjiang was taken aback. "You're willing to meet my parents?"
Xiao Lou lowered her head shyly. "Anyway, I've already accepted the ring, and I'll have to visit your parents sooner or later."
Yu Hanjiang's lips curved slightly, and he gently took Xiao Lou's hand on the table. "Then let's pick a time to visit your parents first, and then I'll take you home, is that alright?"
Xiao Lou thought for a moment and nodded. "Okay, let's do it on the weekend, when everyone's free."
And so the matter was settled.
That week, Yu Hanjiang began preparing gifts for Xiao Lou's parents, while Xiao Lou also researched and prepared gifts for Yu Hanjiang's parents. After discussing it, they decided to treat both sets of parents equally, bringing similar gifts when they visited.
Xiao Lou's parents already knew their son liked men and had accepted his choice. Therefore, when Xiao Lou brought Yu Hanjiang to their home, his parents were particularly happy. After all, Yu Hanjiang was tall, handsome, and exuded an upright and reliable aura.
Moreover, Yu Hanjiang was very polite to Xiao Lou's parents. He played chess with Xiao Lou's father and even helped Xiao Lou's mother cook. The more Xiao Lou's mother looked at him, the more pleasing he became. She couldn't help but secretly ask Xiao Lou, "Captain Yu is a criminal investigator, so you suddenly gave up your job at school and went to the criminal investigation team to pursue him?"
Xiao Lou coughed shyly, "Well, you could say that." Xiao Lou
's mother smiled and patted his shoulder, "You have good taste. I can see that he treats you very well. He always puts food on your plate first. Many details show how much he cares about you."
Xiao Lou couldn't help but smile, "He really takes good care of me. I could never meet anyone better than him."
Seeing the happy smile on their son's face, the parents exchanged a glance and finally felt relieved.
They had always worried that Xiao Lou, who studied forensic medicine, would have difficulty finding a partner. Now, the forensic doctor had found a criminal investigator, and they seemed quite well-matched. In their work, they could help each other. In life, Xiao Lou was gentle and good-tempered, rarely arguing with anyone; Yu Hanjiang, although he seemed a bit aloof, was very considerate and caring towards Xiao Lou. The two complemented each other perfectly.
As they were leaving, Xiao Lou's parents suddenly pulled out a large red envelope and handed it to Yu Hanjiang, smiling as they said, "Hanjiang, this is a small token of our appreciation, a little something for our first meeting. Please don't find it offensive."
Yu Hanjiang was flattered. "This..."
Xiao Lou knew that his parents giving him a red envelope meant they truly approved of him, so he gently nudged Yu Hanjiang's waist and whispered, "It's for you, just accept it."
Yu Hanjiang had no choice but to accept it.
On the way back, he asked in confusion, "Why would I receive a red envelope when I visit someone's family?"
Xiao Lou explained, "It's our custom here. When you bring your partner home for the first time, you have to give them a gift."
Yu Hanjiang curiously opened the red envelope and roughly counted the money. It was actually 10,001 yuan. Xiao Lou chuckled and said, "This means 'one in a million.' It seems my parents are very satisfied with you."
Yu Hanjiang gently held Xiao Lou's hand. "That's good."
The next day, Yu Hanjiang took Xiao Lou home again to meet his parents. Xiao Lou had actually seen these two elders in the mirror maze of the card world, but back then, Yu Hanjiang's father, wielding a police baton, and his mother, carrying a gun, had chased them all the way, almost leaving Xiao Lou with psychological trauma.
Fortunately, when he met them in person, the two elders were much gentler than their illusions in the card world.
Yu Hanjiang's father looked somewhat like him, with a very serious expression. His mother, on the other hand, had the air of a dashing female military officer, and spoke very directly and decisively.
Xiao Lou was very uneasy, sitting on the sofa unsure of what to say.
This was the most nervous he had ever been, worried that Yu Hanjiang's parents didn't like him and would put Hanjiang in a difficult position. To avoid embarrassment, when Yu Hanjiang's mother went to the kitchen, Xiao Lou followed Yu Hanjiang, just like Yu Hanjiang had done.
The father and son remained in the living room. Yu Cheng asked seriously, "Do you really want to marry him?" Yu Hanjiang nodded.
"Yes, I've considered everything you're worried about. We work in the same unit, and our positions are special. If our colleagues find out, it will definitely cause gossip. Therefore, Xiao Lou and I don't plan to make our relationship public."
Yu Cheng asked, "What about the wedding?"
Yu Hanjiang replied, "We've discussed it. We won't have a wedding. We'll just invite family and friends for a meal as a witness. The wedding is just a formality; verbal vows are far less important than actions. For Xiao Lou and me, being able to stay together is already enough. The opinions of outsiders won't affect us." "It will affect our relationship. I hope Dad can respect my choice."
Yu Cheng was silent for a long time before sighing softly and saying, "I'm actually very happy that you met Xiao Lou and are willing to make a promise to stay with him for a lifetime. After all, your mother was always worried that you would grow old alone."
Yu Hanjiang raised an eyebrow. "Am I that bad?"
Yu Cheng said lightly, "You're just arrogant and look down on those who like you."
Yu Hanjiang was stunned. Seeing Xiao Lou and his mother come out of the kitchen, his gaze softened involuntarily. "Yes, all arrogance is because you haven't met the right person yet."
In front of Xiao Lou, all pride can be put down.
He even felt that cooking for Xiao Lou and massaging his shoulders and back was a kind of sweetness.
Xiao Lou keenly noticed that Uncle Yu's attitude towards him had improved a lot, and he even unusually asked him to eat more. Xiao Lou tried to maintain a polite smile and chatted with Yu Hanjiang's parents for a few words.
As he left, Yu Hanjiang's mother gave him an exquisite box, which looked like a family heirloom. Xiao Lou was embarrassed to accept it, but Yu Hanjiang whispered, "Take it quickly."
On the way back, he opened it and found a crystal-clear jade pendant. Yu Hanjiang said, "It was left to me by my grandfather before he passed away. He said it was for my future wife."
Xiao Lou's cheeks flushed. "Wife?"
Yu Hanjiang gently held his hand. "My mother gave this to you, so she must really like you." He turned to look at Xiao Lou and asked softly, "Do you remember back in the Red Heart 8 Secret Chamber, when we were husband and wife for a lifetime under the guardian's arrangement?" Xiao
Lou nodded.
Of course he remembered. Although the memories of his later life were implanted by the guardian, those memories were still very vivid.
Yu Hanjiang gripped Xiao Lou's hand tightly, their fingers intertwined, gazing tenderly into Xiao Lou's eyes. "This time, let's be a real couple in the real world, okay?"
Meeting his deep gaze, Xiao Lou smiled and earnestly said, "Okay."
This life might not be smooth sailing; their work meant they would often face dan
ger. But Xiao Lou and Yu Hanjiang both knew that there would be someone who deeply loved them, always by their side. Unwavering,
inseparable.
To be each other's lifelong partners.