After I Was Gone, Mr. Song Said He Loved Me - Chapter 101 - Bai Yu Refuses the Proposal

Song Yu’s words warmed my heart and made me feel cozy. I cried, cried for a long time, and I didn’t know why. Perhaps it was because I was moved. Song Yu comforted me, and I smiled again. He held me and said many sweet things. It turned out that Song Yu’s mouth wasn’t just capable of saying cold and harsh words.

Song Yu’s words warmed my heart and made me feel cozy. I cried, cried for a long time, and I didn’t know why. Perhaps it was because I was moved. Song Yu comforted me, and I smiled again. He held me and said many sweet things. It turned out that Song Yu’s mouth wasn’t just capable of saying cold and harsh words.

In the following month, Song Yu’s recovery improved greatly, while my health deteriorated. To prevent him from worrying, I forced myself to eat a little more every day, then went to a place where no one was around to throw up. Otherwise, my stomach would be so bloated that I couldn’t sleep well.

Song Yu often wondered why he saw me eating but never gaining weight.

I always smiled and brushed him off, saying that I wasn’t prone to gaining weight, and it was hard for me to get fat. Song Yu said that once he was completely better, he would definitely feed me until I was chubby.

I laughed and said okay.

Actually, I knew that in my condition, I probably wouldn’t last another year.

Once Song Yu’s legs were barely able to walk, we returned to Z Country together.

To accompany my sister for her treatment, my mom moved the family to Hai City. According to her, there was nothing left to hold onto in the fishing village. From now on, she only had me and my sister.

After resting for a day, Song Yu accompanied me back home. I asked him to wait downstairs at my place because I was afraid my mom would faint if she saw him. Song Yu understood and obediently waited downstairs for me.

The moment I saw my mom when I got home, she burst into tears.

My mom might be inexperienced, but she wasn’t foolish.

She immediately saw that I was sick, and it was a serious illness.

I comforted her, trying to ease her worries: “It’s okay, Mom. I’m better now. I went abroad for so long just to get treated.”

“Why didn’t you tell me you were sick? Why are you so stubborn? What if something happened to you abroad? How would I live?”

I smiled sheepishly, “See, I’m back safe and sound.”

“You stubborn child!” My mom scolded me with a stern face, but her tone was full of affection and concern.

“Mom, I want to see my sister.” My biggest worry now was my sister; she was the one I felt most guilty about.

Mentioning my sister, my mom’s expression instantly turned somber: “Fei… isn’t doing well.”

“How could this be? Didn’t you say earlier that her condition had stabilized a lot? How did it get worse?”

My mom sniffed, her voice choked with tears: “The doctor said she might be like this for life, won’t get better…”

My mind buzzed and went blank. I always thought Fei was just having a stress reaction and would gradually recover. I never imagined it would turn out like this.

“I was thinking of bringing her back home after the last treatment at the end of the month. I’ll take care of her, won’t let her stay in the hospital.”

“You don’t know, every time I visit Fei, she clings to my hand and won’t let go. I’ve thought about it; if it’s bad, then it’s bad. This is just my fate.” My mom said, crying again.

I hugged my mom, feeling terrible but not daring to cry in front of her, because at this moment, I was her support.

“It’s okay, Mom. Fei will get better. She will definitely get better. Even if she doesn’t, I will…” My words got stuck halfway.

My mom looked up at me, waiting for me to continue.

I gave a reassuring smile and continued, “I will always take care of her. As long as I’m here, I won’t leave Fei behind.”

My mom stopped crying, seeming relieved, and said, “Bai Yu, with your words, I can rest assured.”

“By the way, son, the money you sent me before, I didn’t dare to touch it. It’s too much, tens of millions. I know you’ve made a big success now, but you should still spend it wisely.”

“Tens… tens of millions?”

“Yes, don’t worry, I’ve kept track of it all for you, won’t forget. Hearing you say that just now, I can finally relax. With this money, you and Fei won’t have to worry for the rest of your lives.”

I actually didn’t send my mom any money. In fact, after separating from Song Yu, I hadn’t used his money. Where did this tens of millions come from?

If money was sent, it must have been Song Yu who sent it.

As lunchtime approached, my mom got up to make food, planning to eat and then visit Fei with me.

Song Yu was still waiting downstairs, so I had to call him to tell him to go back first. Song Yu said he wasn’t in a hurry and wanted to wait for me.

I stood by the window with the phone, looking down, and sure enough, Song Yu’s car hadn’t moved.

“Is someone waiting for you?” My mom appeared behind me without me noticing, looking down with me.

“Huh?” I was startled.

“Is it that black car?” My mom immediately spotted Song Yu’s black Rolls-Royce.

“Let your friend come up and eat with us. I made a lot.”

I hadn’t hung up the phone yet, and before I could refuse, Song Yu’s voice came through the receiver: “Okay, Auntie.”

Beep–

The phone was left with only a busy signal.

“Hello? Hello!?” I called into the receiver a few times, but no one answered.

My mom scolded me with a stern face, “So rude, it’s already lunchtime and you didn’t even invite your friend upstairs.”

“Mom, I…” I stammered, unsure how to explain. It’s all Song Yu’s fault; he did it on purpose.

“What’s going on? Is he your boyfriend?” My mom suddenly asked.

I blinked, surprised at how open-minded my mom was. But thinking about it, it made sense. If they could accept me again, they could naturally accept me having a same-sex partner.

Seeing my silence, my mom smiled and said, “Seems like he is.”

I lowered my head, which was as good as admitting it.

Boyfriend, sort of, but I’m really afraid my mom might not be able to accept him right away.

Just then, the doorbell rang, and I jumped up from the sofa. My mom was busy in the kitchen and shouted, “Bai Yu, go open the door.”

I responded and went to open the door. As soon as the door opened, Song Yu appeared in front of me with a smile. Seeing no one around, he suddenly kissed me.

“Stop it, why did you really come?” I pushed him away, unsure of what to do.

“Won’t you let me in?” Song Yu chuckled.

“You… you did this on purpose, didn’t you?” I stepped aside to let him in.

At that moment, my mom came out of the kitchen with clean hands, her smile freezing upon seeing Song Yu.

I stood beside Song Yu, feeling awkward and unsure of what to say, only managing to call out to my mom.

“Don’t call me mom!” My mom interrupted me bluntly.

“Auntie, hello.” Song Yu stepped forward and nodded in greeting.

“Don’t call me auntie, you’re only a few years younger than me!” My mom retorted with a cold face.

Though the situation wasn’t suitable for laughter, I couldn’t help but chuckle quietly. I hadn’t expected my mom to be so sharp-tongued.

Sure enough, Song Yu’s face darkened, but he didn’t dare to retort, only managing an awkward smile.

My mom gestured for me to come over, “Bai Yu, come here.”

I glanced at Song Yu, who gave me a reassuring smile, indicating he was fine. Only then did I hesitantly walk over.

My mom pulled me behind her, her attitude firm, “Our family doesn’t welcome you, you should leave.”

“Mom!” I frowned and called out to her.

“Auntie, I know you’re angry with me. I apologize for what happened before. I’m sorry, it was my lack of consideration that led to the subsequent tragedy. I’m sorry.” Song Yu said, then supported his injured left leg and slowly knelt down.

“Song Yu!” I exclaimed in surprise.

What is he doing? Why did he… kneel?

My mom was also stunned; she hadn’t expected Song Yu to go this far.

Actually, when those thugs who bullied my sister were caught, they confessed that Song Yu hadn’t taken the million yuan compensation, but had handed the money to the court to handle the matter legally. The other party, seeing they couldn’t extort more, went after Fei, leading to the subsequent series of events.

In a sense, Song Yu was also a victim.

I was angry with Song Yu not because he didn’t agree to the unreasonable demands, but because when it happened, he kept me in the dark, preventing me from helping my family immediately. My mom understood this too, but with such a big change in the family, no one could immediately accept the result; it required a process.

“What are you doing? You can’t afford such a big gesture.” My mom looked away and snorted coldly.

“Auntie, you can afford it because Bai Yu and I… we’re together.”

“You… what did you say? Bai Yu, what does he mean by that? What does it mean you’re together?” My mom looked at me in shock.

“It means… exactly what he said.” I lowered my head and replied hesitantly.

“You really are my good son. Have you forgotten about your sister and your dad?”

“Mom, you know it’s not entirely Song Yu’s fault. It’s them…”

“I don’t want to hear it. You make him leave immediately. My home doesn’t welcome him.” My mom took off her apron, crumpled it up, and tossed it onto a nearby cabinet, then turned and went back to the bedroom.

I knocked on the bedroom door, but she didn’t respond. I knew she was truly angry. With no other choice, I helped Song Yu up. His leg injury from the gunshot had only healed for a month, and he still walked with a limp. Kneeling for long would surely be unbearable.

“I told you not to come, but you insisted. Now my mom won’t even talk to me.”

“Bai, your mom would have found out about us sooner or later, and I plan to propose to you, so it’s better to tell her sooner.”

“What… what nonsense are you talking about? Who wants… to marry you?” My face flushed red to the ears.

“I’m saying I want to propose to you. I want to marry you. I want you to be my wife. I want to spend my life with you.”

“Keep your voice down, my mom can hear you.” I frowned and scolded him.

“Let her hear. I intended to say it anyway.”

“You! You keep talking!” I was so anxious my face turned green. To prevent Song Yu from saying anything more outrageous, I quickly put on my shoes to send him away.

Just then, the bedroom door slammed open again, and my mom stormed out angrily. “What did you say?”

I was afraid the two of them might clash, so I hurriedly stood in front of Song Yu, trying to persuade my mom, but Song Yu pulled me behind him.

“Auntie, I said I want to marry Bai Yu,” Song Yu said firmly, his chest puffed out.

“Bai Yu, did you agree?” My mom was so angry that her hands were trembling, her furious eyes staring at me unblinkingly.

Song Yu was also looking at me, his gaze gentle and resolute.

I admit Song Yu’s words moved me deeply, but I couldn’t agree to marry him.

Because I couldn’t be responsible for his future.

If I weren’t sick, even if my mother tried to stop me, I would throw myself into Song Yu’s arms without hesitation and loudly tell him I was willing.

However, reality is cruel like this.

I can only enjoy the process of love but cannot have the result of love.

“Speak! Did you agree?” My mom urged harshly.

I looked at Song Yu and said stiffly, “Marriage… I haven’t thought it through yet, I’m sorry.”

Song Yu’s eyes instantly showed a hint of disappointment, but he quickly returned to normal, smiling warmly as he said, “It’s okay, Bai, I can wait.”

With things said to this point, Song Yu couldn’t stay at my house any longer. To make him feel a bit better, I braved my mom’s stormy expression and escorted Song Yu out the door, intending to apologize to him for letting him down.

As soon as we stepped outside, Song Yu apologized to me first, catching me off guard. He continued, “I shouldn’t have proposed without discussing it with you first. I was too hasty.”

“Song Yu, I…”

Before I could finish, Song Yu interrupted, “Bai, I can wait. We’ve been through so much together. No matter how long you want me to wait, I’m willing, as long as you don’t reject me, okay?”

Looking at Song Yu’s eager and hopeful gaze, I suddenly couldn’t bring myself to say anything harsh. “You should go now. My mom is really upset, I need to go back.”

Song Yu hugged my waist and said hoarsely, “Then stay with your mom for a while longer. If you decide to stay overnight, let me know, and I’ll bring you your medicine. Remember to video call me before bed, or else I won’t be able to sleep.”

I nodded, blushing.

I have to admit, Song Yu is really good at sweet-talking people.

After seeing Song Yu off, I returned home. Despite her anger, my mom had prepared several dishes I love and placed them on the dining table, while she lay in her bedroom, not coming out.

I went in and lay on her back, coaxing her sweetly, “Mom, are you angry?”

My mom snorted coldly, sulking, “I’m not angry, what right do I have to be angry? Everything we eat and use at home is bought with your money, how dare I be angry?”

“Mom, you know that the issues with my sister and dad aren’t entirely Song Yu’s fault, so why do you have such a big grudge against him?”

After hearing my words, my mom suddenly sat up, throwing off the blanket, “You’re only 21, how old is he? Son, are you even from the same world as him? Even if you like men, you should find someone honest and reliable. That Song Yu doesn’t look like a good person. Being with him is just asking to be played.”

“Those rich people are all smooth talkers. They play around and then leave. Haven’t you seen enough of that on TV? They take advantage of your youth, and once they’re done, they toss you aside. What will you do then?”

I was amused by my mom’s reasoning, “Mom, who told you that? Song Yu isn’t like that. He’s really good to me. He wouldn’t play me or deceive me.”

My mom’s mouth twisted, “Hmph, I just don’t like him.”

Although my mom hasn’t received much higher education, she understands the situation clearly. The issues with my sister and dad aren’t Song Yu’s fault, so there’s no reason to hold onto this grudge.

“Mom, is there something else you’re hiding from me?”

My mom looked a bit tense, grabbing my hand, “Son, listen to mom, stop contacting that Song guy, okay? Is the money you have from him? Let’s return it, we don’t want his money.”

“Mom, what’s wrong? Did you hear something?” The more I listened, the more I felt something was off.

“Son, just listen to mom this once. We can’t afford to offend those rich people. Let’s cut ties, okay? I know you have unspoken troubles. Let’s take your sister and move to another city, far away from here, okay?”

“Mom, what did you hear? Song Yu treats me well. Why should we leave?” It’s simply absurd.

My mom got anxious too, raising her voice, “Good? He locked you up and that’s good? If Chi Jin hadn’t rescued you from his den, who knows what would have happened to you.”

“And now you’re back with him. Are you trying to drive me to my grave?”

Hearing this, I finally understood. It turns out Chi Jin told my mom about Song Yu locking me up. Given his relationship with Song Yu, he must have exaggerated the story, no wonder my mom is wary and dislikes Song Yu.