Chapter 2281

"Stop talking. The doctor told you not to talk so much," said Zhuo Qianyun.

"You’re not pushing me away. Is it because you can't bear to see me in pain?" He continued to talk.

"I... I just think you saved my life, so it doesn't matter... if you want to hug me like this for a while," she stammered slightly. His scent enveloped her, making her flustered.

"Really? It doesn't matter… whether you’re grateful, compassionate, or sympathetic. At least... I hold some kind of place in your heart." Instead of her ignoring him even if he stood in front of her.

Having her ignoring him felt awful.

"Ye Wenming, what are you trying to say?" she asked.

"Qianyun, you said the words 'my husband' to Wu Huairen just now. I... I'm just asking if there's a chance that I can make our marriage more than just a formality. Can I... be your real husband?" he asked, his voice hoarse with a hint of nervousness.

It was as if he had summoned all his courage to ask this.

Zhuo Qianyun was silent. For a moment,