Since the first time I met Uncle, I've been inexplicably afraid of him. Even if he did nothing, just a glance from him would make me feel like I'd fallen into an ice cellar.
His aura was too powerful! His features were sharp to begin with, especially those eyes, like an eagle's. A single look from him could strip away all my disguises.
I tried hard to steady my mind. Even I hadn't figured out the current situation, so Uncle definitely wouldn't know who I was.
I suppressed the turmoil in my eyes, a smile playing on my lips. "What, Mr. Lu, are you going to control me before we're even married?"
Lu Yanchen didn't answer, his eyes fixed intently on my face, as if scrutinizing me, or perhaps thinking.
God knows my back was already drenched in cold sweat. Under his intensely压迫 gaze, I had to maintain the smile on my face.
After a long while, he finally spoke coldly, "I just wanted to remind Miss Jiang that it's cold and damp outside. You're physically weak; it's best not to catch a chill."
"Thank you for your concern, Mr. Lu." I responded politely.
Seeing he had no intention of leaving, I looked steadily at him. "Mr. Lu, is there something else?"
"Miss Jiang, regarding the matter of getting the certificate tomorrow morning, I can treat it as a joke."
So that's why he came. Indeed, the original owner attempted suicide by cutting her wrist to escape the marriage, yet after being saved, she suddenly wanted to marry him. Anyone would find that suspicious.
I slowly walked towards Lu Yanchen, placed my hands on the armrests of his wheelchair, and looked down at him.
"Mr. Lu, you have someone you like in your heart, right?"
He didn't deny it and answered directly, "Yes."
"I guessed as much. Because of this person, you can't marry her, so it doesn't matter who you marry."
"Yes."
"Coincidentally, I feel the same way. Mr. Lu, I only want you to provide me with some convenient living conditions after I marry you. As you can see, my life in the Jiang family isn't easy."
So far, I still didn't know the specifics of the Jiang family's situation. But since the original owner was driven to death, it was clear life wasn't that great. So, I made a bold guess.
Judging by his expression, I knew I guessed right!
The corner of my lips curved up. "You can treat marriage as a transaction. You provide me with convenience, and my identity provides you with business resources. I will be a good Mrs. Lu. How about that?"
His pupils dilated slightly, seemingly shocked that I would say such a thing.
Our eyes met, my gaze frank and sincere.
He looked at me seriously for a long moment, finally ending his scrutiny. "I'll pick you up tomorrow morning. I hope Miss Jiang won't regret it."
I knew I had won the bet.
I released the armrests and gave him a gentle smile. "The weather is cold, and the road is slippery. Take care on your way back, Mr. Lu."
Lu Yanchen's expression changed abruptly upon seeing my smile. Without answering, he turned and left.
As he left, Shen Ji also gave me an extra glance, which I found strange.
I touched my face. Was this face incredibly ugly?
That probably wasn't the case. After all, Mom was so beautiful and gentle, and she even looked somewhat similar to my original self.
Come to think of it, in the hectic half-day since my rebirth, I hadn't even had time to look at my current appearance.
I returned to the bathroom in the hospital room. When I faced the face in the mirror, my expression froze.
The Jiang Wanwan in the mirror was actually 80% similar to my original self. My original self was already quite fair, but this body had a paleness as if it hadn't seen the sun for years.
Her features were exquisite, with a small red mole right between her eyebrows.
This face looked a few years younger than me, carrying the innocence of a high school student.
But since she could get married, she must be of legal age, just looked young.
Perhaps because she had just attempted suicide by cutting her wrist, her face appeared very sickly.
No wonder Lu Yanchen looked at me so strangely. Marrying a young girl who looks like his nephew's wife would make anyone uncomfortable, right?
I was quite satisfied with this face. Firstly, it resembled me; secondly, it made me feel like I was seeing my former self.
The biggest regret of this life was giving my best youth to that scumbag Lu Shiyan!
Recalling my short life, most of it was lived for him.
Even when he hurt me deeply, I always clung to that so-called affection, unwilling to let go.
Looking back now, I was a fool.
Since heaven gave me a chance to be reborn, I must live this life to the fullest!
"Wanwan, you must be hungry. Mom specially went back to make your favorite dishes." Mom's gentle voice came from the door.
I smiled at the young girl in the mirror.
Jiang Wanwan, I will live your life well.
From Xu Lan, I felt the maternal love I had missed for many years. I drank the porridge she made for me in large gulps.
"Slow down, silly child, what's the rush? Don't choke. There's more if you finish. If you like it, Mom will make it for you every day."
My heart ached slightly. When I had a cold or fever and was too sick to get up, all I wanted was my mom's cooking.
But she was with Su Ning'an, scolding me for pretending to be sick to trick her.
So much so that I didn't even tell her after my miscarriage. I had long grown accustomed to living alone.
Suddenly being cared for, tears welled up in my eyes.
Even though I hadn't spent much time with Xu Lan, with the original owner's emotional influence, I didn't feel any exclude towards her and could even empathize.
"Thank you, Mom. I love your cooking the most." I gave her a sweet smile.
"Good child."
That evening, Mom stayed and chatted with me for a long time. I genuinely regarded her as my own mother, leaning against her like in childhood and talking about many things.
Once she confirmed I was getting married voluntarily, she agreed, stroking my hair gently. "Alright, as long as it's what Wanwan wants to do, Mom supports you. If he dares to bully you, Mom will definitely not let him off."
"Mhm."
The first night of my rebirth, I should have been on edge, but in Mom's arms, I slept exceptionally soundly.
Early the next morning, Mom personally helped me with my makeup.
She said getting the marriage certificate was a big deal and should be festive.
My complexion was somewhat pale, so she applied light blush and lipstick for me.
Youth is wonderful. With just a touch of color, one becomes extremely beautiful. Especially the cinnabar dot between the eyebrows, it made this face seem almost otherworldly.
Lu Yanchen arrived at 7:40 AM. The moment I opened the door and he saw me, I clearly saw a flash of stunning in his eyes.
I smiled at Shen Ji. "Let me do it. I'll have to get used to it eventually."
Shen Ji stepped aside, allowing me to push the wheelchair.
When we reached the parking lot, just as Shen Ji and the driver were about to lift Lu Yanchen into the car, a familiar voice sounded from behind: "Uncle."
Hearing that voice, my expression turned cold.
I gripped the wheelchair tightly, gritting my teeth and silently uttering that name.
It was him, Lu Shiyan!
I didn't expect to see him so soon.