Rebirth: Splendid Marriage in the 80s Chapter 2516 - 2452: My Mind Is Blown

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Previously on Rebirth: Splendid Marriage in the 80s...
Chiang Xiao reflected on Qingzhu's past, amused by the coincidences linking her experiences with Meng Xi's, including their unacknowledged adoptive uncles. Qingzhu explained marrying Nian Che solely to cure her facial disfigurement without cost, showing little regard for Chiang Xiao's recognition. Confronted by Meng Xi about valuing her looks over her daughter, Qingzhu muttered that the daughter was dead and collapsed unconscious, prompting Chiang Xiao to splash her with cold water in a frantic bid for clarification.

What is the true meaning of this!

Chiang Xiao simply couldn't keep her composure; it felt as if her entire mind was on the verge of bursting.

Initially, Meng Xinian didn't respond right away either, as his first assumption was that the rambling and half-truths stemmed from the Illusionary Talisman Diagram's influence.

So, was Chen Zhu claiming that her daughter had already passed away?

So, had she erased Ah Liu from her memory and claimed instead to be occupied by a rogue soul?

It's worth noting that her ordeal in the cave at the Back Mountain of Siyang Village matches exactly what Ah Liu himself recalls, aligning perfectly with Chen Zhu's account.

Thus, by all reasoning, that element holds true. Furthermore, Chiang Xiaoxiao bears such a striking resemblance to Ah Liu; she must undoubtedly be his flesh and blood, with no room for doubt.

Although he reviewed the details once more, the situation stood firm as reality, free from any major inconsistencies.

In addition, upon closer inspection, Chiang Xiao shares similarities with the present Chiang Songhai, and with Chen Zhu prior to her scarring. There's scant cause to question her Chiang Family lineage.

Hence, it's entirely plausible that those prior statements resulted from the Illusionary Talisman Diagram's impact, which muddled Chen Zhu's recollections and led her to utter falsehoods.

"Chen Zhu, wake up right now!" Chiang Xiao seized Chen Zhu once more, prepared even to force the elixir down her throat.

Noticing her growing agitation, Meng Xinian swiftly moved to restrain her, pulling her back a couple of paces.

"Little, Little, calm down."

Chen Zhu's present state of unconsciousness likely arose from the Illusionary Talisman Diagram's power as well.

Her respiration remained present and even, suggesting she faced no grave peril, merely fainted.

Given their ongoing trial, it made sense to allow Chen Zhu to regain awareness naturally.

That approach would reveal precisely what the Illusionary Talisman Diagram achieved.

"Brother Xinian, did you catch what she uttered just now?" Chiang Xiao clutched his hand tightly.

"I heard it, Little, I heard it."

Meng Xinian cradled her face, bending forward to seal her lips with his.

He rarely witnessed Chiang Xiao abandoning her usual poise and serenity in such a manner, unsure of any better way to settle her swiftly, so he resorted to this tactic.

Silencing her briefly ought to ease her turmoil somewhat.

"Mm..." Right as Chiang Xiao opened her mouth to speak, Meng Xinian's warmth had already surged in, silencing her words.

He drew her close into his arms.

At the start, Chiang Xiao's thoughts remained chaotic, yet before long, his intense advance grew more commanding, clouding her mind with his presence and letting her momentarily set Chen Zhu aside.

Meng Xinian's hold burned with intensity.

It had begun as a way to comfort her, to steady her nerves.

Yet the moment their lips met, he found it impossible to hold back.

Since his return, countless issues had piled up: first, evaluating the Thousand Miles Talisman Diagram during his hasty journey; then, dealing with Nian Che upon arrival; and now, Chen Zhu right after. He hadn't yet fully relished the essence of his cherished spouse.

Ultimately, this kiss caused them both to surrender slightly to the moment.

Chiang Xiao melted completely within his arms.

It was only upon Meng Xinian's withdrawal that her awareness slowly resurfaced.

Still, she no longer felt the wild frenzy from earlier.

"Little, keep in mind, whatever happens, I'm by your side—don't let agitation take over."

Meng Xinian murmured, still holding her face gently.

Chiang Xiao drew in a long breath and nodded.

"I get it."

He had reminded her earlier that regardless of circumstances, they mustn't allow external forces to sway their feelings.