Chapter 172 A Heart-to-Heart Talk Under the Moon

Fu Yingzhou was amused by her little gesture and hugged her even tighter. He then comforted her, saying, "I'm getting on in years, and if I don't have a woman by my side, people will think I'm crazy. Don't worry, they won't force you to marry them. I'll make sure you marry me willingly."

Shishi had always avoided the topic of marriage. Wasn't being single good enough? Why complicate a sweet romance? Although she knew it was somewhat unfair to Fu Yingzhou, who was nine years older than her. She didn't want to be overwhelmed by the mundane details of life. Most importantly, she wasn't ready to be a mother; once married, this issue would be unavoidable.

Did Fu Yingzhou know what Shishi was thinking? Of course he did. However, he attributed Shishi's concerns to the failure of her previous marriage; after all, Shishi's divorce was completely different from his. Moreover, he often reflected on himself, wondering if he hadn't given her enough security.

Since we've come this far, he plans to have a proper chat about this topic today.

When two people have been together for a long time, they can sense each other's thoughts even without speaking, just by looking at each other's micro-expressions.

Shi Shi realized that he was very talkative and felt that she should also have a good talk with him.

Do you have plans to get married?

Fu Yingzhou held her jade-like hand, brought it to his lips, and gently caressed the back of her hand with his lips.

"I don't know when it started, but I had the idea of ​​spending my life with you. Maybe it was the first month we were together, or maybe it was the first week."

Shi Shi tried to pull her hand back, but the other person held it too tightly, so she let them do as they pleased.

"I think getting married is a bit too early, and you know about my previous marriage..."

Fu Yingzhou had always been very patient with her, but today he interrupted her, which was unusual for him: "What's past is past. Maybe your last marriage left a shadow on you, but I can see that you've moved on."

Fu Yingzhou, a man of exceptional sensitivity, how could he not sense that Shi Shi harbored no feelings for Fu Zhixu? Otherwise, Shi Shi would have shown some reaction when he called Zhang Feng to help investigate. However, nothing happened. She was far too open with her ex-husband.

The one with feelings is the original body, not her, and of course, this is something that cannot be explained to Fu Yingzhou.

"Okay, I feel great about my relationship right now, and I don't want to get married too early."

Can you tell me why you're resisting this?

After a brief hesitation, Shishi finally revealed her inner thoughts: "As the country has gradually improved its marriage law, the protection of women's rights has been greatly enhanced, but this doesn't give me a strong sense of security. In fact, an overly intimate relationship, where two people create a child together and become a group of people with shared interests, makes me feel too insecure, and I'm somewhat shirking this responsibility."

Fu Yingzhou understood, and he was somewhat angry. He could accept the reason that she wasn't ready to be a mother yet. But the reason that they would become a community of shared interests after marriage hurt his pride. After all, she had seen how he had treated Shishi over the years, and she must have seen it all. Unless she doubted his sincerity or didn't love him that much, she wouldn't have such thoughts!

Fu Yingzhou was proud, and both the former and the latter made him feel somewhat frustrated.

Fu Yingzhou took a deep breath, trying to calm himself down. He looked directly into Shishi's eyes and said earnestly, "Shishi, I know you have concerns, but I hope you can trust me. My feelings for you won't change because of a marriage contract. I will make you feel secure through my actions. As for becoming partners in mutual benefit..."

Fu Yingzhou stared at her intently, his gaze unusually serious: "I'm past the age of using sweet words to make people happy. You believe in the law as a guarantee, so let's put everything on paper. We can sign a prenuptial agreement, just your copy. After marriage, everything I own will be shared with you. And everything you own will always belong to you."

Shishi was somewhat moved by his words, but still hesitated.

At this moment, Fu Yingzhou turned and went upstairs, quickly returning. He took out an exquisite box, inside which was a dazzling ring. He knelt on one knee and said, "Shishi, I don't want to force you to agree to marry me now, but I want you to know that my feelings for you have never changed. I bought this ring a long time ago. I just didn't know when to give it to you. It represents my promise; you can marry me anytime you're ready."

Looking at the sincere Fu Yingzhou in front of her, Shishi's eyes reddened slightly as she reached out and took the ring.

"I can't guarantee anything right now. But I think if I really decide to get married, then the person I'll marry will definitely be you."

Fu Yingzhou stood up, gently embraced Shishi, and kissed her forehead. "I've waited for you without complaint. I only hope you can love me a little more."

Shishi nestled in his arms, feeling his warmth and heartbeat, and her hesitation gradually dissipated.

Sensing Shi Shi's relaxed attitude, Fu Yingzhou breathed a sigh of relief. One was like a monkey, the other like a tether. Now that he had decided on this person, he needed to address the root of the problem. Otherwise, he'd never get married.

The two embraced, with no distance between them whatsoever. They were so close that Shishi could even smell the fresh scent emanating from him—a crisp, cool fragrance like that of pine and cypress. It wasn't unpleasant at all; on the contrary, it made her feel at ease.

Fu Yingzhou gently lifted Shi Shi's cheek with his long, slender fingers. When they met his gaze, her bright, jewel-like eyes shone with a dazzling light that seemed to burn through every pore of her body. His other hand gently caressed her slender waist, a simple touch devoid of any lust. It enveloped her tenderly, like Mother Earth.

"I was a very mischievous child, and I never thought that I would like to stay here quietly when I grow up."

Fu Yingzhou's murmurs perfectly illustrated what a lover's whisper means.

Shi Shi was enveloped by his scent, feeling as if she had nowhere to escape. Like prey caught in a spider's web.

His eyes were so beautiful! His whole face was exactly what she wanted. Countless nights, she thought of refusing, but she became completely powerless against his face.

Those beautiful eyes had now transformed into a deep, dark pool, drawing her step by step towards its deepest depths. Shishi felt herself sinking in. The large hand that rested on her waist gradually grew hot.

The dark night and the dim light are the best medium for lovers.

It's unclear who made the first move, but a kiss with a tingling sensation gradually deepened.