Rebirth: Splendid Marriage in the 80s Chapter 2406 - 2342: Not Even Joking Is Allowed

"So, do you intend to take him back?"

With the meal finished, Chen Yin headed off to clean the dishes. Chiang Xiao and Wang Yi sat comfortably on the couch, each sipping tea and talking casually, until Chiang Xiao posed the question after catching sounds from the kitchen.

Wang Yi's eyes wandered toward the kitchen area, even though it was out of sight.

A soft sigh escaped her lips as she admitted, "Truthfully, I love Chen Yin."

Without that love, how could those past events have shattered her heart so completely?

Without that love, why stick by his side through all the hurt and suffering?

Her love for him was just that deep.

She cherished him even during those times when his attitude toward her had been somewhat distant.

And with his current pursuit, her affection had only grown stronger.

"It's obvious to me." Chiang Xiao shook her head with a smile, adding, "Looks like you'll never break free from Chen Yin's hold in this life."

"What choice is there?" Wang Yi let out another sigh, her voice gentle as she continued, "They say a woman in love becomes a total fool, blind to her own situation. But I believe I'm still pretty sharp. I understand Chen Yin's nature, remember how he hurt me before, and realize more temptations might come his way ahead, yet my love for him runs so deep that I'm ready to weather it all."

After a brief pause, she added, "Plus, if I tried finding another man, could I be sure he'd always put me first, never upset me, never sadden me, or stay untouched by other women? People's hearts are tricky and ever-shifting—who can swear otherwise? So, while my feelings are strong right now, why not pick the one I truly care for? And the best part is, he feels the same about me these days."

Chiang Xiao fell quiet for a beat, struck by the logic in her words.

At the very least, love remained between them.

After all, as the old proverb goes, "If you're not a fish, how can you know the joy of a fish."

Maybe staying with Chen Yin brought more joy than diving into a fresh start with some unfamiliar guy who'd never let her down before.

Who could promise other guys wouldn't stray toward temptations?

Love's twists are truly tough to unravel completely.

Chiang Xiao then asked, "Has Chen Yin been acting pretty decent these days?"

"Yeah, he's been on his best behavior recently." Wang Yi chuckled, adding, "Perhaps folks only grasp a treasure's worth after it's gone. Could be Chen Yin finally sees I'm one of a kind?"

"Hahaha, that could be it. Your self-assurance is definitely a positive sign."

"Why does it seem like you're a tad mocking me?" Wang Yi shot her a sideways look.

Chiang Xiao quickly replied, "No way, absolutely not—I'm being sincere."

"What are you two discussing? You seem so cheerful." Chen Yin entered the room, unrolling the sleeves he'd tucked up before.

"Being around Xiao Chiang always puts me in a good mood."

Chiang Xiao teased, "Why not just make it official between us, ditch Tyrant Meng and Chen Yin, and let the two of us enjoy romance and tie the knot?"

"Pfft!"

"Cough, cough!"

Chen Yin and Wang Yi nearly sputtered on their own spit.

Their eyes bulged as they gawked at Chiang Xiao, utterly stunned.

Moments later, Wang Yi recovered and laughed lightly. "You got me there. But if you can leave Commander Meng behind, then I can definitely do the same with mine."

"Oh heavens, please no!" Chen Yin wailed, on the verge of tears, "If Xinian caught wind of that, we'd all be in deep trouble."

His begging ought to settle it, right?

Sure, it was meant as humor, but that certain someone wouldn't take such a quip lightly.

He adored Chiang Xiao with every fiber of his being. A joke like that would likely drive him mad.

Better to steer clear of such banter—I'd like to stick around for a few more decades yet.