Chapter 9, promised to keep his secret

"What are you doing? I can walk, you don't need to hold me." Chai Shu nervously clutched his shirt in front of his chest

Ding Huangshuo naturally understood the reason for her foot injury. With a face full of apology, he took her hand and helped her back to sit properly on the bed

Shu Shu, thank you

Suddenly, Chai Shu was left completely bewildered, not knowing what had gotten into this person.

Ding Huangshuo leaned against the headboard of the bed, explaining earnestly. His relaxed tone carried a hint of warmth and sweetness

My mother is just like that; she tends to make a big deal out of small matters. However, she has a very good nature and means no harm. She thinks you are my girlfriend, which is why she is so excited.

Shu Shu, you have truly been too kind to me! Not only have you not looked down on me, but you have also helped me with such a significant favor. I hardly know what to say!" Ding Huangshuo was clearly a bit excited, extending his arms to embrace Chai Shu tightly, swaying left and right, as if he were holding a stuffed toy.

Only you and Zimo know about my condition. I want... I want you to help me keep it a secret, and not let a fourth person know, okay? You also know how much this discriminatory illness hurts one's self-esteem. If others find out, I really think I won't have the face to live anymore. " Ding Huangshuo looked pitiful again, pleading with Zhang Junrong in a sorrowful tone, almost shedding tears for dramatic effect.

It was not until Ding Huangshuo brought Chai Shu's clothes upstairs that she remembered the matter of cooking. After changing her clothes in the dressing room, she gritted her teeth against the pain in her feet and limped downstairs.

Does this girl have to hurt his self-esteem like this? Can't she be a bit more tactful?

Ding Huangshuo returned to his usual color, wearing a face full of optimism. He smiled at Chai Shu and said, "You don't need to worry about this, just let it be... Alright, Mom is waiting for us to go down for dinner, so help me get this head sorted out first. Let's go..." He referred to her as 'Mom,' not 'my mom'.

Poor mother? I fear that the one who is truly the most pitiful in the world right now is him, isn't it?

However, this aunt's personality is quite similar to that of my mother; just by listening to her speak, one can tell that she is the type of person who cannot hold back her words. Such individuals are indeed the easiest to get along with

"It's nothing, I won't be angry about this. Her feelings are understandable, but I really think she is quite pitiful..." After saying this, Chai Shu widened her cat-like eyes and deliberately glanced at Ding Huangshuo.

Shu Shu, can you promise me one thing

Chai Shu found it truly difficult to understand this old boy. She reached out to touch Ding Huangshuo's forehead, then touched her own, muttering, "Not sick, right?" Why is this man so abnormal

Perhaps he does not wish to be discovered by outsiders, so he is deliberately disguising himself

Uh... it's nothing, it's nothing. Ah... Auntie is so adorable! Hehe...

Chai Shu chuckled softly at Ding Huangshuo, reassuring him.

Then recalling something, I asked, "Didn’t cousin say you live alone? Where does Aunt usually stay?" Since I had agreed to help him, I certainly needed to show concern for his family to avoid any slip-ups

Her unabashed gaze at him caused Ding Huangshuo's lips to twitch uncontrollably

Therefore, she did not deliberate for long and solemnly nodded to the man she was anticipating, assuring him in a firm and resolute manner: "Rest assured! I promise you, apart from my cousin and myself, I will absolutely, absolutely not let anyone else know about this. I will not reveal even half a word, even if it costs me my life!"

Who would have thought that this action resembles a child acting spoiled! She truly finds it difficult to refuse

What is it? You speak. Having already agreed to help him with fraudulent matters, what else could there be?

"Shu Shu, please don't take it to heart. My mother is just like that, always fearing that the world is in chaos. She is simply eager to have grandchildren, and now she mistakenly thinks you are my girlfriend, which is why she acted that way... You... You aren't angry with her, are you?" Ding Huangshuo quickly explained, worried as he saw her nearly overwhelmed by his mother's words.

However, she always has the illusion that this man does not appear to be someone who suffers from such an illness.

Oh dear, if this continues, who knows what his mother will think!

Ding Huangshuo lowered his head, and the smile in his eyes was quite evident

In the next moment, Ding Huangshuo held her head, gazing at her with a serious expression. As she was momentarily lost in thought, he gently placed a kiss on her forehead, transforming from his earlier childish demeanor. A deep, magnetic voice resonated in her ears.

He is right; my cousin also mentioned that this is the patient's privacy. If others find out, who knows how they would mock and undermine him. Not mocking him oneself only indicates one's kindness, but it does not mean that everyone is as kind as she is. Especially relatives and friends, if they were to find out, she truly cannot predict how serious the consequences would be

How long do you plan to stay here

I can only help you for a few days. Because in a few days I will be starting school, it will not be possible for me to come to you casually, so you need to send the aunt back early, otherwise I will not be able to help you.

It is still uncertain, but it should be at least four to five months. His clear eyes dimmed as he gazed at Chai Shu's profile, watching her curled eyelashes flutter like feathers, charming and delightful, causing a twinge of unease in his heart

Given this girl's character, if he doesn't ask her for a guarantee, how can he continue with the performance that follows?

He certainly does not wish for her to back out right from the start

My parents have settled in the United States. I just didn't inform my mother about my return to the country to handle some matters. She called my company and couldn't find anyone, which is why she tracked me down here. I had no idea she would come; I only found out this morning when I received her call after she landed. That's why I didn't have time to tell you.

This ...! ... this aunt is truly extraordinary!

If you want to leave, are you willing to part with her

I thought my mother was already quite thick-skinned, but I didn't expect there to be an even more outrageous mother.

Chai Shu was once again moved by his heartfelt performance

At this moment, a knock was heard at the door, "Son, don't be too busy with your affection just yet, dinner will be ready soon, hurry down."

Chai Shu can tell that he should have a good relationship with his parents

Cooking! Did you not see me busy in the kitchen when you just came back? I originally planned to make a delicious meal, thank you for taking care of me last night. However... it is difficult for Chai Shu to say that his foot was scared by his mother.

Only Ding Huangshuo himself understands the meaning of this thank you: Shushu, regardless of whether you will blame me for designing you in this way in the future, I will not regret it. Thank you for giving me a chance to keep you, whether you truly want to help me or are just feeling sorry for me, you are the person I want to wait for. In this lifetime, I have decided on you

Chai Shumeng felt a sudden chill run down his spine, his back stiffening as if he were about to foam at the mouth. That delicate, youthful face was so flustered that he even forgot to swallow his saliva

Chai Shu did not pay attention to his grammatical errors, allowing him to support himself as he made his way to the door.

The door opened, and Ding Huangshuo looked at her swollen instep with concern. His eyes flickered, and he bent down to pick up Chai Shu.

"Where are you going?" Ding Huangshuo asked as he grasped her slender wrist.

In Chai Shu's eyes, being held in such a manner felt quite awkward; with a flushed face, he found himself unable to push away or embrace.

"If you don't do it this way, how will my mom believe that you are my girlfriend?" Ding Huangshuo smiled slightly, deliberately reminding her that this was all an act