Siheyuan: How the Little People Live

"I don't want to hear all this, I just want to know whether you like me or not." Seeing that Ye Wenwu did not express his opinion and was still looking around, Xu Ying could not help but speak again, with a hint of eagerness and expectation in her tone.

Ye Wenwu was silent. He didn't know how to answer this question. He did have a good impression of Xu Ying, but he also knew that there was a huge gap between them. He didn't want Xu Ying to be hurt, and he didn't want to cause her any trouble.

When Xu Ying saw Ye Wenwu's silence, tears welled up in her eyes. Her heart felt like it was torn apart, and she couldn't understand why Ye Wenwu couldn't express his feelings honestly.

"Ye Wenwu, since you refuse to speak, then we'll never have any contact with each other again." Xu Ying's voice was full of determination and disappointment. She felt that she had given Ye Wenwu enough time and opportunities, but he chose to escape.

She knew that the man in front of her must have her in his heart, but as he said, they were not a good match and there was no chance for them to be together. Xu Ying's desperate look deeply touched Ye Wenwu, and he began to reflect on his behavior.

He realized that he had done nothing in his previous life. Should he continue to be a coward in this life? If he didn't even have the courage to face his feelings, what was the point of rebirth? Thinking of this, Ye Wenwu finally made up his mind. He would bravely pursue his own happiness.

But before Ye Wenwu could speak, Xu Ying had already turned away in disappointment, muttering silently in her heart: "Ye Wenwu, Ye Wenwu, if you really like me, why can't you just tell me directly? Don't you know that this will make me very painful? Maybe this is the fate between us, destined not to be together. I hope you can find a better girl and live a happy life. Goodbye, Ye Wenwu..."

Xu Ying's voice became lower and lower, and finally turned into a sigh. Tears flashed in her eyes, and her heart was filled with loss and helplessness.

When Ye Wenwu heard Xu Ying's words, he was stunned. He stared at Xu Ying's departing back with his eyes wide open, not knowing what to do for a moment.

Finally, when Xu Ying was about to disappear from his sight, Ye Wenwu came to his senses, hurriedly chased after her, grabbed Xu Ying's sleeve, and said eagerly: "I like you, I like you. I, Ye Wenwu, like you, Xu Ying."

His voice was trembling a little due to nervousness, but it was full of sincerity and determination.

Hearing this, Xu Ying also stopped, but did not turn around.

"Even if you like me, we are still not a good match." Xu Ying said slowly.

"No!" Ye Wenwu shook his head heavily and said firmly, "I don't care about whether we are well matched. I just know that I like you in this world, and I, Ye Wenwu, will marry you."

"I know your grandfather and your parents will definitely not agree with us being together, but I will definitely work hard to get their approval. Even if they don't agree in the end, the worst that can happen is that I will take you away and we will elope together." Ye Wenwu looked at Xu Ying's back, his eyes full of determination and persistence.

Hearing Ye Wenwu's emotional words, Xu Ying slowly turned around, tears still hanging on her face, and said shyly: "You said this, I didn't force you to do it. What if you can't do it by then?"

Ye Wenwu stared at Xu Ying's eyes firmly. Since God let her meet such a beautiful girl, it was worth his rebirth. Even if his grandparents and parents did not agree with them being together, he would not let this girl be sad. So he answered seriously: "Don't worry, I, Ye Wenwu, will do what I say."

"Hmph, I don't believe it." Xu Ying snorted coldly, but there was a playful look in her eyes.

Seeing this, Ye Wenwu grabbed Xu Ying's delicate hand and said seriously: "Since you don't believe it, then come with me to meet my parents. As long as you meet them, you won't be able to leave me in the future, because you are already the daughter-in-law of our Ye family."

When Xu Ying heard this, her face suddenly turned red, like a ripe apple.

"Who wants to meet your parents now? They just want to confirm our relationship with you." Xu Ying said coquettishly.

Ye Wenwu chuckled and looked silly.

"You just know how to smile foolishly." Xu Ying pouted.

Ye Wenwu reached out his hand distressedly, gently wiped away the tears on Xu Ying's face, and said gently: "Ying'er, you cry so ugly, don't cry again next time."

Xu Ying, who was a little sad at first, suddenly widened her eyes when she heard this and shouted angrily: "Who is crying so ugly? You are crying so ugly! You big pig's hoof, bad guy, bastard, humph, I will ignore you."

Ye Wenwu smiled helplessly, feeling a little regretful. He had wanted to make her happy, but he ended up making things worse. He had no choice but to stand there, feeling embarrassed and not knowing what to do.

Seeing Ye Wenwu standing there in embarrassment, Xu Ying was in a much better mood at this time, and thought it was fun to tease him. So she said, "Okay, stop standing here. Since you are my partner now, shouldn't you ask me out to play with you?"

After hearing this, Ye Wenwu nodded quickly and said, "Yes, of course!" He was secretly glad that Xu Ying did not continue to tease him, otherwise he really didn't know what to do.

Ye Wenwu and Xu Ying walked hand in hand in the park. They chatted as they walked, enjoying each other's company. Ye Wenwu found that Xu Ying was very smart, had unique insights into many things, and her smile always made people feel warm. He couldn't help but think, how nice it would be if he could always be with her like this!

Ye Wenwu, who had never been in love in his previous life, never thought that he would have a lovely and beautiful partner in this life. It felt like a dream. He looked at Xu Ying beside him, his heart full of gratitude and happiness. He knew that this relationship was hard-won, and he must cherish it.

The two walked around the park, leaving behind many beautiful memories. Ye Wenwu and Xu Ying were a pair that attracted everyone's attention. After all, Xu Ying and Ye Wenwu were like a fairy couple in a novel, attracting a lot of attention.

"Cuckoo..."

Xu Ying and Ye Wenwu strolled in Yunlong Park, enjoying the peaceful atmosphere. They stopped and walked along the way, admiring the beautiful scenery around them and feeling the charm of nature. Unconsciously, they came to the place where the bicycles were parked. Just then, a low and clear gurgling sound came. Xu Ying suddenly felt a surge of shyness on her cheeks. She gently stroked her abdomen, but she didn't expect the sound of her stomach to be so loud that she couldn't help blushing.

Ye Wenwu was also attracted by the sudden voice. He slapped his forehead and said with sudden realization: "Oh! It's all my fault. I was so busy accompanying you for a walk and enjoying the beautiful scenery of Yunlong Park that I forgot that it's already noon and time for lunch." He looked at Xu Ying, his eyes full of apology and concern.

When Xu Ying heard Ye Wenwu's words, a sweet feeling surged in her heart. She knew that Ye Wenwu was not laughing at her stomach growling, but really cared about whether she was hungry. This kind of attentive care made her feel extremely happy.

Ye Wenwu continued, "Let's go, let's find a good place outside and taste some delicious food. I will compensate you and let you taste the most authentic and delicious food here." After that, he pulled over a bicycle and motioned Xu Ying to get on.

Xu Ying smiled and nodded, then sat lightly on the back seat. Ye Wenwu pedaled hard, and the bicycle moved forward steadily. The sun shone on them, and the breeze brushed their hair. At this moment, they seemed to be integrated into nature and became a beautiful landscape.

After lunch, Xu Ying was called back home, and Ye Wenwu said goodbye to Xu Ying reluctantly.

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Xu's house, living room,

Xu Ying's grandfather, Old Xu, sat on the sofa with a gloomy expression on his face.

Looking at his uneasy granddaughter Xu Ying in front of him, he swallowed the words he was about to say.

"Xiaoying!" Old Xu sighed and said, "Grandpa knows that you have a crush on that young man named Ye Wenwu, but the gap between our family and theirs is too big. I'm afraid you will be wronged in the future!"

Hearing this, Xu Ying's heart tightened, and she quickly said: "Grandpa, I am not afraid of hardship. As long as I can be with him, I am willing to do anything."

Old Xu frowned and said, "Silly child, you are still young and don't understand the hardships of life. Although our Xu family is not a wealthy family, it is still a well-known family. If you marry an ordinary person, you will definitely be looked down upon by others in the future."

Xu Ying bit her lip and said firmly: "Grandpa, I don't care what others think, I only care about my own feelings. I believe he will be good to me, and we can work together to create a better future."

Old Xu shook his head helplessly and said, "Xiaoying, you are too naive. Marriage cannot be maintained by feelings alone. You also have to consider practical issues. The gap between you two is so big, there will definitely be many conflicts and frictions in the future."

Xu Ying lowered her head, tears welling up in her eyes. She didn't know how to convince her grandfather. She knew that her grandfather was doing this for her own good, but she really loved Ye Wenwu and didn't want to give up this relationship.

"But grandpa, wasn't it the same when you and grandma were together? There's no such thing as being well-matched. Why is it not the same when it comes to me?" Xu Ying said while choking up.

Old Xu looked at his granddaughter and felt a little reluctant, but he still insisted: "Times have changed. Today's society is much more complicated than our time. Moreover, the gap between you is too big, and you will encounter many problems in the future."

Xu Ying raised her head, her eyes full of determination: "Grandpa, I am not afraid of difficulties. As long as I can be with him, I am willing to do anything."

Old Xu sighed helplessly and said, "Yingying, it's not that grandpa doesn't understand you, it's just that this marriage is really inappropriate. Even if I agree, your parents won't agree. They have always hoped that you can find someone of equal status, which will be more beneficial to your future."

Xu Ying bit her lip, tears falling again: "Grandpa, I really don't want to give up on him..."

Old Xu patted Xu Ying's shoulder distressedly and comforted her: "Yingying, don't be sad, maybe this is fate. However, I can promise you that I will invite Ye Wenwu to come home to talk tomorrow. If he really has the ability to make you happy, I will support you. But you must also be mentally prepared, it may be difficult for your parents to accept it."

Xu Ying nodded and wiped away the tears from her eyes: "Thank you, Grandpa. I believe he can do it."

After saying that, Xu Ying turned around and went back to her room, her heart full of anticipation and uneasiness.