The Billionaire's Hidden Affection-Chapter 244: Kidnapping 5_1

A look of sympathy gradually surfaced on Mrs. Huang’s face. She sighed, "You poor child..."

"Honestly, I’ve completely lost heart, and I don’t trust anyone anymore. It was hard enough finding a man willing to give me money to open a shop, and I was afraid of my family coming to extort me again. So, I put Xixi’s name on the documents to avoid them making outrageous demands..."

Mrs. Huang was skeptical. "So you trust Yan Xixi that much?"

Xu Xiaoya responded seriously, "When I tried to commit suicide, no one cared about me. It was Xixi who rushed to the hospital and saved my life. I can’t trust anyone but her."

"But..."

"Auntie, please don’t keep saying ’but.’ Let me put it this way: I bought a house just a few days ago and paid in full. I’m also planning to buy a new car soon, and all the money for those things came from this shop. If this shop belonged to Yan Xixi, wouldn’t she be earning even more? Why hasn’t she bought a house, while I have? Do you think she’s a fool? Would she choose to spend her money on rent and squeezing onto buses every day if she had plenty? Does she deserve to suffer like that?"

Mrs. Huang suddenly understood and nodded repeatedly. "Yes, yes, that makes sense. Xiaoya, I really was muddled."

"Auntie, don’t listen to Zhou Xiaoxuan’s nonsense. Let me tell you the truth: she’s had a crush on Huang Xiaojue since their school days, but Xiaojue didn’t like her. Because of this, she has always hated Xixi. Now that she sees your son is going to marry Xixi, of course she’s bitter and taking this opportunity to spread rumors and stir up trouble. Auntie, from now on, don’t believe a word she says."

Mrs. Huang’s face lit up with a smile. "I won’t. I won’t believe her ever again."

"Is there anything you would like to see today, Auntie? I can offer you the best discount."

"No need. How can I take advantage every day? Besides, I’m an old woman; there’s no need for me to buy too many bags. Alright, Xiaoya, I can rest assured now. I’ll be going." 𝗳𝗿𝐞𝕖𝘄𝗲𝕓𝗻𝚘𝚟𝕖𝐥.𝚌𝕠𝕞

"Take care, Auntie."

Xu Xiaoya escorted her to the entrance. Only then did she let out a sigh of relief and give a bitter smile. These days, every mother-in-law sees her son as a Prince, as if their sons were made of diamonds and no woman was good enough for them.

With Spring Festival approaching, the company started its holiday two days early. Many colleagues from other cities had already left.

Yan Xixi was very excited. She had finished packing all her belongings three days ago, and tonight was her last night here.

Looking at the simple suitcase, she felt a bit apprehensive. She would be living with Xiaojue for a while before they got married. Just then, her phone rang. It was Huang Xiaojue, his voice gentle, "Xixi, have you eaten?"

"No, I didn’t cook dinner tonight. I was just about to go out and grab a quick bite."

"Go and eat soon, don’t starve yourself. I’ll come to see you after my guests leave."

"No need. It will be at least one or two in the morning by the time your guests leave. Xiaojue, don’t drink too much. Go home and rest early, and pick me up tomorrow."

"Alright, I’ll come over early tomorrow."

"I’ll make breakfast and wait for you. HEE, Xiaojue, I’m counting on you to help me move."

"Of course. Xixi, why don’t we just go get our marriage certificate tomorrow?"

"Haven’t we already picked an auspicious day? Let’s wait for the chosen day to get it."

"Okay. Xixi, go and eat. Get back soon and be safe."

"Got it. Xiaojue, you be careful too."

After hanging up, she put on her down jacket and walked out with a smile on her face.

By that time, it was completely dark outside, and the tree-lined path in the residential complex was pitch-black. She had only taken a few steps when someone hugged her tightly from behind.

She was so startled she almost jumped.

His warm breath fanned wantonly across her neck, and his voice was slightly hoarse, "Xixi, I’ve missed you so much..."