After Marrying Bigshot Vegetable Boss - Chapter 56

In the eerily quiet classroom right after the last class, Yu Lan calmly hung up the phone, concealing the tension he had felt while saying the last word.

 

He had been thinking about whether he should do something, but after two classes, he felt that more complex measures seemed unnecessary.

 

Now that Chu Wang needed rehabilitation and he had his own matters to deal with, he was too lazy to play along with the protagonist any longer.

 

In the past, Yu Lan might have worried about whether his actions would affect the plot development with the protagonist, but now he didn’t care at all. As long as Chu Wang was awake and had not forgotten him, what did it matter what happened to others?

 

He was just a cannon fodder, not a saint.

 

“I don’t really know who spread the rumors,” Yu Lan said, looking at his classmates and pretending to be unaware, “But I’m not very close with my brother, so there’s no need to trouble him. I’ll just have my husband pick me up.”

 

Everyone looked relieved and comforted him, “Forget it. It’s probably someone jealous of your good life who spread it. Just ignore it.”

 

However, they did pick up on some hints from Yu Lan’s words, such as his nonchalant mention of having a “bad relationship” with that brother.

 

For now, no one was focusing on that, but curiosity about Yu Lan’s husband remained.

 

Zhong Jiale, who knew all the details, gasped.

 

“Sorry, he’s more low-key and doesn’t usually show up,” Yu Lan said with a seemingly embarrassed smile, lowering his head as if he were quite ashamed, “I didn’t expect my affairs to become a topic. I’m sorry if it made you laugh.”

 

A group of people quickly waved it off, saying it was nothing.

 

The average drive from home to school was about half an hour, so Yu Lan wasn’t in a hurry. He stayed in the classroom reading a book and planned to go down once the time was right.

 

Some classmates had already left after class, and with fewer people around, Zhong Jiale hurriedly came over, “Did you really call him?”

 

“Did I not?” Yu Lan said casually.

 

“Did he really agree immediately?” Zhong Jiale continued with a skeptical expression.

 

“Why would I lie to you?”

 

“I’m not talking about that. I’m saying…” Zhong Jiale scratched his head.

 

He had never seen Chu Wang after he woke up, but no matter what, “I mean, he didn’t used to be like this, right?”

 

Zhong Jiale even analyzed, “When I was in school, if I called him to pick me up, he probably wouldn’t have cared and would have thought I was wasting his time.”

 

“…” Yu Lan remained silent for a couple of seconds, not commenting on Zhong Jiale’s analysis.

 

“Forget it, I’ll wait with you. It’s been a long time since I saw him.” Though he said this, Zhong Jiale still felt it was surreal, “Has he been like this since he woke up?”

 

Yu Lan glanced at him and quickly concluded that he was beyond help.

 

So, he decided to play along, “I told you before that my brother and I are soulmates. At that time, you didn’t believe me.”

 

“So he’s…?”

 

“He’s fallen head over heels for me since he woke up,” Yu Lan said without blinking, “Otherwise, why would he listen to everything I say? Is there a problem?”

 

Zhong Jiale was startled by Yu Lan’s assertiveness and nodded, “You might have a point.”

 

“But if you say it’s your brother who caused this, and he didn’t go to school today, where could he be?”

 

“Where else,” Yu Lan thought similarly to Chu Wang, “He’s probably causing trouble for Chu Wang.”

 

“He wants to make a scene while I’m at school with all this public opinion. The best way is, of course, to go straight to the person with the most authority.”

 

Yu Lan found it somewhat amusing as he spoke, “Sometimes I don’t know if I should admire his confidence or find his stupidity too clever.”

 

“But after this, he probably won’t be able to stir up any more trouble,” Zhong Jiale’s intelligence seemed to fluctuate, “If he didn’t have a way out, he wouldn’t have taken such a risk.”

 

“Then that good neighbor of his, the one who used to have feelings for you, what’s he doing now?” Zhong Jiale, though often forgetting names, was clearly more interested in this due to previous events, “Why isn’t he coming out to help you?”

 

“How would I know? But he did…” Yu Lan was about to say that Song Sijue had indeed sent him a message, but before he could finish, a cautious classmate called his name and pointed to the door, “Someone’s looking for you. Do you know him?”

 

Well, the person in question arrived right in the middle of the conversation.

 

Yu Lan really wanted to bury his head in the desk and say he didn’t know or recognize the person, as there had been too many recent issues.

 

But if he did that, he didn’t know what Song Sijue might say next. He reluctantly packed up his book and walked over with the victim, Zhong Jiale.

 

Song Sijue looked anxious. He had been unsure what Yu Ling would do over the past few days and had to stay alert. Unexpectedly, nothing happened over the weekend, but he heard some troubling news that morning.

 

His first reaction was not anger but complete disappointment. Without thinking much, he rushed to the school.

 

Unable to find Yu Ling, he hurried over to this side and indeed heard some rumors along the way, all about Yu Lan.

 

“When I first heard this rumor, I had a feeling it was true. Is that allowed to be said?”

 

“Not really. It seems like he’s not short of money. It’s probably just a marriage alliance, nothing to make a fuss about.”

 

“Yeah, wasn’t it said that he recently donated to several welfare institutions?”

 

“That’s hard to say. It’s recent news that raises suspicion. And it’s not just a rumor. Is he a secret child of the Yu family? It’s understandable if he’s not as glamorous as the eldest son.”

 

“But I heard their family assets are just average?”

 

“Hard to say, hard to say…”

 

“What’s there to say? It’s already on the financial news. Why not talk about it?”

 

“And honestly, I prefer this younger brother. Forget everything else, he’s at least more pleasant to look at. I don’t like those who make a big show of their image—especially the so-called noble, kind, and pure ones…”

 

“Indeed, indeed.”

 

“Agreed.”

 

Each time someone spoke like that, Song Sijue’s expression darkened further.

 

He wasn’t sure if Yu Lan was feeling very uncomfortable, but he was worried that Yu Ling’s scheme might succeed, especially since the Chu family looked formidable and not to be trifled with.

 

He knew how Yu Ling could feign weakness and stir up trouble. If their family really planned to burn bridges and abandon him for the sake of their own interests, then…

 

The more Song Sijue thought about it, the more anxious he became, causing him to walk faster.

 

Although Yu Lan hadn’t asked him for help, he couldn’t really ignore it.

 

With this mindset, Song Sijue finally found the classroom.

 

After learning who he was looking for, the classmate at the door scrutinized him cautiously. Seeing that he didn’t look like someone there to gossip, the classmate relayed his message.

 

Song Sijue, extremely anxious, looked up and saw Yu Lan nonchalantly walking out, seemingly indifferent, and heading to the adjacent terrace with a friend he had seen twice before.

 

“I’m fine, I’m doing well, don’t worry,” Yu Lan spoke before Song Sijue could say anything. “I appreciate your concern, but I don’t think this is a big deal. It’s kind of you to come all the way.”

 

Yu Lan spoke very formally and politely, hoping Song Sijue would take care of Yu Ling and not trouble him further.

 

But this was the first time Song Sijue had seen Yu Lan since Chu Wang woke up.

 

He couldn’t help but observe him closely.

 

He had been worried about how Yu Lan had been coping lately, whether he was suffering from discomfort or if Yu Ling had caused him any more trouble…

 

Yu Lan felt a bit uncomfortable under his scrutiny and instinctively took a step back behind Zhong Jiale, allowing his sturdy figure to partially shield his face.

 

Song Sijue opened his mouth, “I—”

 

“No need to apologize on his behalf!” Yu Lan quickly interrupted, as if anticipating what Song Sijue was going to say. “It has nothing to do with you, and even if you apologize, I don’t intend to forgive him.”

 

“I understand,” Song Sijue sighed. “So, how have you been these past few days? I heard he’s awake. Does that mean you can leave now…”

 

“Why should I leave?” Yu Lan frowned at him. “Isn’t it good that he’s awake?”

 

“But you were forced into this situation. You should be able to do what you want.”

 

“Maybe before, but now what I want to do is study diligently and then choose a subject I’m interested in to pursue further. He hasn’t affected my choices,” Yu Lan said.

 

“But…”

 

“What’s there to ‘but’,” Yu Lan said. “Isn’t it better to think of it as the end of hardship? If I hadn’t come here instead of Yu Ling, I might still be suffering next door. Why do you always judge how others are doing based on your own perspective?”

 

“I’m not judging others,” Song Sijue finally spoke straightforwardly. “I care about you.”

 

Oh, oh, oh! What’s this!

 

A confession in person!

 

He had finally become a part of the romance play!

 

Zhong Jiale, standing in front of Yu Lan, was almost unable to control his expression and could only hide one hand behind his back, frantically signaling Yu Lan with gestures to show his excited and gossipy mood.

 

“There are many people who care about me, and I don’t lack one more,” Yu Lan finally said this with confidence. Still, he didn’t step out from behind Zhong Jiale and took another step back, saying, “So you’re out of luck. I’m now a respected married man.”

 

It seemed like Song Sijue wanted to say more, but Yu Lan’s phone suddenly vibrated. He immediately, as if greatly relieved, dragged Zhong Jiale towards the stairwell, excitedly announcing, “I have to go. My husband is here to pick me up.”

 

With a final hope, Song Sijue called after him, “I won’t let Yu Ling bother you again! So can you…”

 

“Not really,” Yu Lan cut him off before he could finish, already bouncing down the stairs with Zhong Jiale. He left a final remark, “Don’t contact me anymore. I’m afraid my husband might misunderstand—”

 

This gossip was already captivating enough, and the conversation on the terrace only fueled the rumors further—

 

Song Sijue, being urgent, didn’t have time to find a secluded spot. Meanwhile, Yu Lan had long been displeased with Yu Ling and hadn’t planned to show him any consideration.

 

Thus, the focus of the gossip subtly shifted from “Did Yu Lan really find a sugar daddy?” to “It seems he really is married, but it sounds quite complicated, especially with Yu Ling involved.”

 

What kind of high-society dispute is this that they don’t understand!

 

After Yu Lan’s decisive refusal, he quickly went downstairs, and intentionally or unintentionally, many eyes fell on him.

 

Not far from the school gate, a black sedan was parked, its windows heavily tinted to obscure the identities inside.

 

However, as soon as Yu Lan ran down with Zhong Jiale, the car that had been stationary for a while made some noise.

 

The driver, wearing black gloves, got out of the driver’s seat, respectfully walked to the back, and then opened the car door.

 

Although the gossip was incorrect, the excitement was irresistible, and many people quietly focused their attention.

 

Black dress shoes and black trousers were partially obscured by the car door, revealing a man’s complete appearance.

 

He was an elegant-looking man, but the problem was…

 

He appeared to be in his forties or older.

 

Some were already astonished internally.

 

What, is his husband already that old!

 

Although he couldn’t be called old, and he looked quite dignified and composed, his temples were slightly grayed.

 

Some people had started to look at him with sympathy or sighs.

 

However, the next moment, the man, along with the driver, placed a sloped automatic device at the car door and said something to the person in the back seat.

 

It turned out there was another person inside.

 

But this person also seemed to have limited mobility…

 

While watching the commotion, Yu Lan had already seen this. Without caring about others’ gazes, he swung his backpack and ran over, “Hubby~!”

 

The two people placed the device properly, and the person who had been in the back seat, supporting themselves with one hand on a wheelchair, was slowly pushed out by the person who had just gotten out.

 

His facial features were extraordinarily superior and handsome, and even sitting down, he exuded an aura different from those around him.

 

At first, the man’s expression seemed a bit cold, but upon hearing the cheerful sounds not far away, his demeanor softened like melting ice as he looked up.

 

Yu Lan had already thrown himself into the man’s arms, wrapping his arms around his neck and lowering his voice this time: “You’re here.”

 

If the earlier exclamation was somewhat exaggerated, this was a genuine, heartfelt greeting.

 

He had originally wanted the man to come just to handle the rumors directly without further explanation. But once the man was actually there, Yu Lan felt a genuine joy.

 

The man gave a slight smile and gently touched Yu Lan’s face: “Hmm. Did you not wait too long?”

 

“Not at all,” Yu Lan’s face was a bit flushed, and his earlobes were too, as he smiled at him.

 

To others, the moment the man appeared, someone immediately recognized him.

 

—Wasn’t this Chu Wang, who had just recently recovered from danger and now controlled an immensely large corporation and wealth?

 

There had been numerous conspiracy theories when he was in trouble before. Some said he would never wake up, while others claimed the Chu family was desperate and had tried everything, even almost finding a lucky bride.

 

But looking at them now…

 

The way they were showing affection seemed like they were just an ordinary couple?

 

As for Song Sijue, who had chased them down, his face was ashen, but his eyes were fixed on them.

 

He overheard some discussions.

 

“Wow, this is shocking for the whole year.”

 

“Comparing Yu’s wealth to this, it’s really nothing!”

 

“Claimed to be low-key—this is way too low-key!?”

 

“I wouldn’t even dare to imagine this person in a million years.”

 

“But wasn’t he just awake? They look quite… well-matched?”

 

“Indeed, let’s add a couple more eggs to my meal later.”

 

“Someone said it was just for luck, but it doesn’t seem like it?”

 

“Forget it, forget it. It looks like a normal relationship. Whether they knew each other before or developed feelings after waking up, who knows?”

 

As Yu Lan and the man laughed and got into the car, Chu Wang placed Yu Lan’s backpack on his lap and glanced at Zhong Jiale, who was staring in shock.

 

“Do you want to join us for dinner? I’ll ask the chef to add a couple of your favorite dishes.”

 

As soon as Chu Wang said this, Zhong Jiale seemed to have a sudden epiphany, waving his hands repeatedly: “Ah, no, cousin. I just remembered my mom wants me to go back. I was just checking on you. Now that I’m reassured, I’ll leave first!”

 

Then he made a determined escape, as if he had a strong resolve not to be a third wheel.

 

As Yu Lan was about to get into the car and was holding the door frame, he suddenly thought of something: “By the way, didn’t Yu Ling come to look for you?”

 

“He did, just before you called me,” Chu Wang’s voice sounded quite pleasant. “But when I asked him if he wanted to come with us, he didn’t respond.”

 

“My car doesn’t have enough space,” Chu Wang said lightly, his gaze falling on a small electric car used for grocery shopping, which had arrived just in time, “The kitchen aunt said she was passing by, so she kindly gave him a ride back.”

 

Hearing this, Yu Lan looked over.

 

The car, belonging to the grocery lady, had no reflective film. He could only see a small figure inside—

 

After making eye contact with Yu Lan, the figure seemed very excited and slapped the window, though no sound was made.

 

Yu Lan couldn’t see the figure’s eyes and felt disinterested, simply getting back into the car: “Let’s go then.”

 

On the way back, Yu Lan leaned on Chu Wang and probably recounted what had happened to him today.

 

As expected, they had both guessed right. After all, Yu Ling had no other means left.

 

Once they got home, Yu Lan led Chu Wang upstairs.

 

He changed clothes and couldn’t help but ask about the details of the day.

 

“So, he really dared to come up and find you?” Yu Lan looked somewhat excited, “Did you say anything to him?”

 

Chu Wang briefly recounted the events.

 

Yu Lan’s eyes lit up: “What a coincidence! He was right there when I called you?”

 

Chu Wang nodded and briefly praised him: “You spoke quite smoothly, not bad.”

 

Yu Lan felt a bit guilty.

 

He avoided eye contact, fearing Chu Wang might say more. Instead, he moved closer, sat on his lap, and wrapped his arms around his neck: “I called you that because there were classmates around…”

 

“And I’ve called you like that before,” Yu Lan said softly, “When you weren’t awake, I called you that at the office too.”

 

Chu Wang looked at his gradually reddening earlobes and didn’t press the matter further. Instead, he changed the topic: “So, the person who was watching you from behind earlier…”

 

Yu Lan’s alarm bells went off.

 

“…was Song Sijue?” As expected, Chu Wang asked.

 

“He tends to overthink…” Yu Lan recalled and couldn’t help but say, “He acts like I must be suffering here and wants to play the hero saving the day.”

 

“But I’ve repeatedly and firmly expressed my refusal, asking him to handle Yu Ling and not come looking for me.”

 

Yu Lan glanced at Chu Wang: “You’re not angry, right?”

 

“What would I be angry about?” Chu Wang’s expression was calm, “His words aren’t worth that.”

 

“But you seemed jealous last time…” Yu Lan recalled the auction situation and remembered how he first mentioned Song Sijue. He quickly connected the dots, “Oh! So when you kept emphasizing that he was up to no good, were you jealous then?”

 

However, the noble Mr. Chu would never admit it. With a raised eyebrow and a calm demeanor, he said, “No.”

 

“Well, that’s good,” Yu Lan nodded, “Then I’ll check on Yu Ling now—”

 

“There’s nothing much to ask,” Chu Wang quickly interrupted, “It’s all quite uninteresting.”

 

As he spoke, he was very close to Yu Lan, their noses almost touching. Yu Lan sensed a subtle, almost imperceptible displeasure.

 

It seemed not so much from Song Sijue himself, but from the fact that Chu Wang was still displeased about being jealous over something minor related to Song Sijue.

 

Yu Lan blinked: “Actually, there’s nothing to be embarrassed about.”

 

“When I asked if you would like someone else, it was also…” His voice dropped a bit, “Though I told myself I would scold you for having poor taste if you really liked him, rationally speaking, jealousy is jealousy.”

 

He concluded seriously: “Two different matters.”

 

Sitting on Chu Wang’s lap, Yu Lan was giving a relationship lesson to someone several years older.

 

Yu Lan tapped his palm and said: “See, I understand a lot. Call me Teacher Yu.”

 

He was just trying to tease Chu Wang, but the response came instantly: “Teacher Yu.”

 

Thus, Teacher Yu himself blushed.

 

His student seemed to notice too, leaning slightly forward, their noses touching.

 

Their noses rubbed together, Yu Lan felt ticklish and laughed: “It’s like we’re little animals—”

 

But before he could finish, Chu Wang kissed him.

 

Unlike the previous brief, superficial kiss, this time Chu Wang’s initial kiss was gentle, but the sensation was so good and the mood was rising. After a brief separation of two seconds, Chu Wang looked at Yu Lan’s somewhat dazed and less lively eyes and kissed him again.

 

This time it was a light nibbling and tender sucking. Yu Lan became completely stiff, only able to make occasional soft sounds. After a long while, he started to realize something.

 

Yu Lan gently held the back of Chu Wang’s neck, trying to find a rhythm in the faint sounds and closed his eyes in response.

 

Due to Chu Wang’s mobility issues and his need for a wheelchair, holding hands was awkward because of the height difference, and they couldn’t do much else. Thus, hugging while sitting on Chu Wang’s lap became their usual affectionate position in recent days.

 

After a while, Yu Lan’s limbs became weak from the kisses, and he suddenly felt strange due to the lack of oxygen.

 

What was once a comfortable embrace now felt like sitting on a stone slab in the wild rather than on a sofa.

 

In a moment of enlightenment, Yu Lan’s brain, which had been somewhat oxygen-deprived, suddenly cleared. His upper lip was rubbing against Chu Wang’s, making a sticky sound: “Chu Wang, Chu Wang…”

 

He patted him: “It’s… a bit uncomfortable.”

 

Maybe his voice was too soft or his words too vague, but Chu Wang seemed not to have heard—

 

Not only did he not hear, but he became even more intense.

 

Yu Lan, while enduring the kisses and feeling extremely embarrassed, wondered if it was really that terrifying?

 

He had helped bathe Chu Wang before he woke up, so he had seen this before. Yu Lan struggled to remember in the thin air and thought it hadn’t been like this.

 

He was almost out of breath, and sitting was uncomfortable. He began to push Chu Wang, but his strength was too small and ineffective.

 

Finally, seizing a moment to catch his breath, he called out with red lips: “Chu Wang!”

 

“What’s wrong?” Chu Wang seemed to finally hear him and stopped, asking in a low voice.

 

Yu Lan’s face was extremely red, as if slightly annoyed, he repeated—

 

“I said! Your useless thing! It’s pressing against me!!”

 

AN – Falling asleep in the recliner while writing, dreaming of finishing the remaining scenes, and waking up: Haha

 

Posting it now

 

Rarely smooth

 

But my hands seem exhausted, maybe take a day off—

 

(Don’t lock it, a disabled person in a wheelchair kissing, what’s the big deal?)

 

TN – Yu Lan that not a useless thing