Reborn in the 1980s: I became a stepmother in the 1980s Ⅱ

Part 213 Visitors

Si Nian felt a warm and sweet sensation in her heart. Perhaps at first, the older man had only stirred her feelings slightly, and being with him had made her feel at ease. After all, no one had ever been as generous as he was—letting her spend money freely, live in a big house, and buy whatever she wanted.

At first, she even thought that this man, who seemed steady, was somewhat naive. She believed Zhou Yue Shen treated her so well simply because she took good care of his children, which made him satisfied with her and thus kind to her.

The age difference and his deep, reserved nature meant Si Nian had never really understood what he was thinking. She felt there was some sort of barrier between them. She assumed his care and affection were just due to his older age and the fact that he spoiled her.

Si Nian had never dared to fully invest in him, always thinking that love could be unreliable. Men, she believed, could change their feelings too quickly, and the person you marry might be very different from the one you fell in love with.

But Zhou Yue Shen had not changed. After marriage, he had only become more considerate and attentive towards her. Si Nian had noticed this and appreciated it deeply.

Now, even for a relatively minor issue, he was willing to explain himself to her, worried she might misunderstand. The feeling of being valued and cared for was exactly what she had always longed for.

Si Nian admitted that at this moment, she was completely ensnared in the man's gentle vortex. Indeed, sincerity was a powerful weapon.

She stood on tiptoe and placed a quick kiss on his lips. "I'll give you credit for being honest, but that doesn't mean I'll forgive you so easily."

Although it wasn't the older man's fault, his previous indifference to the letter might have led these people to think that sending him letters was acceptable. From their surprised but quickly relieved expressions, it was clear they knew Zhou Yue Shen was married. Yet, despite knowing this, they still brought him letters from other women, showing a blatant lack of respect.

So, Si Nian pointedly said, "I'll punish you by not letting you touch me for three days."

She was concerned not only for herself but also for him. She worried he might exhaust himself and harm his own health with his constant physical affection. It wasn't just an excuse—she genuinely cared about his well-being.

Even if he was older, the physical needs didn't diminish, and she knew well that saying it was just "a little" was often a lie.

Si Nian felt increasingly pleased with her own decisiveness and gave Zhou Yue Shen a serious little look to indicate that she would be upset if he didn't comply.

Zhou Yue Shen paused, a hint of bitterness flashing across his face. It was clear now that she was indeed upset. He had almost thought she wasn't angry earlier. It was true that a woman's anger was often hard to discern.

He was incredibly relieved that he hadn't let her leave earlier. Otherwise, it wouldn't have been just three days without intimacy. After all, he had been holding in his frustration for thirty years; it couldn't be resolved so quickly. Furthermore, Si Nian had previously thought he wasn't capable, and Zhou Yue Shen felt he needed to prove himself. Fortunately, three days was manageable. He could stay busy and then rest properly in a few days.

With his plans in mind, Zhou Yue Shen agreed to the arrangement. Si Nian, satisfied with the resolution, said, "I'll leave now. Remember to eat."

Zhou Yue Shen nodded slightly and added, "They might come to visit us later and see the children. You don't need to worry too much about them."

Si Nian was momentarily surprised but then nodded in agreement.

Zhou Yue Shen escorted Si Nian out. The men at the entrance seemed to be feeling embarrassed about the situation involving the letter being seen by Si Nian.

They knew Zhou Yue Shen was married, but since he had been married twice and both times through arranged marriages, they hadn't paid much attention. They assumed he had married out of necessity due to his inability to care for three children and thought that his wife was just an ordinary rural woman.

However, when they saw Si Nian, they were taken aback. She was stunningly beautiful, with a grace that left a profound impression on them. It was rare for them to encounter a woman of such beauty, even in their own circles.

What surprised them even more was seeing Zhou Yue Shen, who was usually aloof and indifferent, display an unusual degree of anxiety. He seemed extremely concerned about the letter from Yang Yujie being seen by Si Nian, going so far as to make them leave just to explain the situation. They had never seen Zhou Yue Shen so concerned about anyone before.

Even when Zhou Yue Shen was young and full of ambition in the military, during the height of the rumors about Yang Yujie, he hardly ever showed any particular interest in her. At that time, everyone admired him, wondering what kind of woman could capture his attention. Many felt he was oblivious to his own good fortune.

Yang Yujie was known as a dominant figure in the military, beautiful and influential. Zhou Yue Shen, who lacked a powerful background or family connections, could never compete with those who had such advantages. If he had pursued a relationship with Yang Yujie, his situation could have been very different. He might have secured a high position by now.

Yet, at such a critical moment, he chose to give up everything and leave. Now, seeing him display such concern and anxiety over a woman, especially for someone he has been married to for only a short time, is truly remarkable. Even though this woman is undeniably beautiful, it seems improbable that their relatively brief marriage could have created such deep feelings.