"Take care of yourself," Lu Yunxi hastily said before hanging up the phone.
"Okay, I will," Lin Xi responded.
Although he hung up quickly, Lin Xi still heard the clear words from Fang Qinglian's mouth, "candlelit dinner."
On her second anniversary with her husband, he was having a candlelit dinner with another woman. It was quite ironic when she thought about it.
Fang Qinglian was really back!
Although she didn't want to believe it, this was the reality. This fact instantly left her feeling defeated and disheartened.
Back then, even without considering the present situation, she had already lost to Fang Qinglian. Why would Lu Yunxi have chosen her over Fang Qinglian? Just because she was pregnant?
At this moment, Lin Xi felt grateful that she hadn't said anything, or she would have truly embarrassed herself.
After crying and venting her emotions, Lin Xi had calmed down considerably. Since he had made up his mind, she chose to accept it calmly.
After taking a shower, she lay down on the bed. Rolling over for a long time, just as she was about to fall asleep, she received a call from Huo Siyan. "Yunxi is drunk and causing a scene. Can you come and take him home?"
Lin Xi was puzzled. Wasn't he spending the night with Fang Qinglian? How did he end up drinking with Huo Siyan again? She was about to say, "I'm not in a convenient situation right now. Can you arrange for someone to bring him back?" when Huo Siyan hung up the phone.
When she tried calling back, the phone was already turned off.
Suppressing her discomfort, Lin Xi got up from the bed, changed her clothes, and had the driver take her to the club that Lu Yunxi often visited.
When she arrived, it was very quiet inside. Lu Yunxi was extremely drunk, lying on the sofa with his long legs crossed, his tie neatly arranged, and his appearance as handsome as ever.
One had to admit that some people in this world were perfect, maintaining their composure no matter how drunk they were, just like Lu Yunxi.
Lin Xi felt nauseous as soon as she got close to him. She guessed it might be an early pregnancy reaction.
After controlling herself, she looked at Huo Siyan and asked, "Why is he so drunk? Wasn't he with Fang Qinglian?"
"Hmm, so you know?" Huo Siyan looked at her, not concealing his sarcasm. "Your husband wants to spend the night with another woman, and you just let him?"
Lin Xi clenched her fists, took a deep breath, and then slowly released them. She replied calmly, "We've already agreed to divorce. Apart from the divorce papers, he's already free. I don't have the right to restrain him."
"Hmph," Huo Siyan sneered at her. "Lin Xi, do you have a conscience? How has Yunxi treated you all these years? He cherished you like a treasure, yet when he mentions divorce, you don't know how to fight for it?"
"Lin Xi, you should be more magnanimous," he continued, his words laden with meaning. "Back then, I didn't like you, but since you're married now, you should cherish each other and not treat your marriage like a child's play. Moreover..."
He paused and said meaningfully, "You are more suitable for him than Fang Qinglian."
Lin Xi called the driver, and together they helped Lu Yunxi into the car.
Unexpectedly, as soon as they got out of the car, they ran into Lu Mingbo.
"Dad, why are you here?" Lin Xi asked.
Lu Mingbo looked at Lu Yunxi with a cold gaze. "You're married now, but you have no sense of propriety. You're so drunk you can't even stand straight; it's really disgraceful."
Lin Xi immediately smiled and said, "Dad, it's not Yunxi's fault. Today is our wedding anniversary, and some friends got together to celebrate. Everyone took turns toasting me, and Yunxi felt sorry for me, so he drank twice as much to shield me from the alcohol."
Upon hearing this, Lu Mingbo's expression softened slightly. He handed something to Lin Xi. "This is a gift from your grandfather and me for your wedding anniversary. We had some last-minute matters to attend to, so we're giving it to you now. I hope you like it, and I wish you both a happy and harmonious life together."
"Thank you, Grandpa. Thank you, Dad. I really love it. And thank you for remembering," Lin Xi sincerely expressed her gratitude and true emotions.
"You're not going to open it?" Lu Mingbo asked.
"As long as it's from Grandpa and Dad, I love whatever it is."
"You're such a simple, kind-hearted, and gentle child, and that's what makes you so endearing," he said, looking at Lu Yunxi. "If he ever mistreats you, don't hesitate to tell me and your grandfather. We'll support you."
"Thank you, Dad. I'll remember that," Lin Xi replied with a brilliant smile.
"In that case, we won't disturb you any longer. Get some rest soon."
Lin Xi handed Lu Yunxi over to the butler. "Dad, let me see you off."
"No need, it will take you some time to take care of him. After you're done, get some rest."
"Alright, Dad. Take care on your way!"
Finally managing to get Lu Yunxi upstairs and ready for a bath, Lin Xi thought she could finally take a break. However, when she came out of the bathroom, she found that Lu Yunxi had already fallen asleep directly on the floor.
Lin Xi couldn't help but chuckle. It seemed that even he, who usually exuded charm and elegance, had moments of unrefinement.
She crouched down, reaching out to poke him gently. "Lu Yunxi, wake up and take a shower."
"Come on, get up. If you don't, I won't take care of you anymore!"
No response.
Lin Xi sighed and could only help him take off his clothes one by one. Then she assisted him into the bathroom for a shower.
The shower gel had a strong milk fragrance, which she had personally chosen and liked. However, while giving Lu Yunxi a bath today, she choked several times.
After finally helping him finish his bath and settling him in bed, Lin Xi thought she could take a break. But suddenly, Lu Yunxi turned over, wrapping his arms around her waist and softly murmured, "Don't go, stay with me and sleep!"
A warm feeling surged in Lin Xi's heart, and her heart couldn't help but race. It felt just like when she had first met him, like a fluttering young deer, her heart filled with sweetness and tenderness.
Normally, he always maintained an air of calm and elegance, but now he was pouting and acting spoiled.
Her heart softened, and she couldn't bring herself to push him away. Well, it was their last night together. Tomorrow, they would divorce, and they wouldn't have another chance to share a bed.
So, let today become her final memory!
"Okay," she whispered softly, lying down beside him, covering both of them with the blanket.
Before going to sleep, her fingers lightly traced his eyebrows, his nose, his lips.
Finally, they settled in his hand, entwining their fingers tightly.
These were things she could only do secretly while he was fast asleep.
In the morning, Lin Xi was awakened by her vibrating phone. She was still a bit drowsy and felt like she hadn't slept well. She groggily picked up the phone and placed it next to her ear. "Hello?"
"Is this Lin Xi?" came the astonished voice of a woman from the other end of the line.
It was Fang Qinglian's voice.
She had picked up the wrong phone; it was Lu Yunxi's.
With a sudden jolt, Lin Xi immediately sat up in bed.
She opened her eyes and quickly glanced at the phone before handing it to Lu Yunxi. "Miss Fang is looking for you."