I rejected your confession, but you took my best friend home?

Chapter 343 I will always unconditionally support you and love you.

In the evening, Zhou Heng's grandmother cooked a large table of dishes and told Zhou Heng and the others not to eat out, but to eat at home.

So Zhou Heng and the others wandered around outside until about four o'clock in the afternoon, then went home to help their grandmother cook, and they ate together that evening.

"Come on...that...child, eat more."

Grandma picked up some food and put it in Yin Mengran's bowl, her smile making the wrinkles on her face even more pronounced...

Yin Mengran pursed her lips and said softly, "Thank you, Grandma..."

"Grandma, her name is Yin Mengran. If you can't remember, just call her Ranran. I've said it three times today, and you still haven't remembered?"

Zhou Heng shook his head helplessly and said.

Grandma chuckled a few times and said:

"Oh dear, Grandma is getting old and her memory isn't what it used to be. It's alright, Ranran, I've got it now."

"It's okay, Grandma, you can call me whatever you want." Yin Mengran didn't care about that; it didn't matter what she was called.

While eating, Zhou Heng asked, "Grandma, did you call my mom?"

"Yes, I called and found out what happened. Ranran, Grandma doesn't know what happened. Grandma apologizes..."

"Hey! Grandma, please don't do this. You don't have anything to apologize for. I can't accept this..."

Yin Mengran was startled and quickly stood up, saying nervously.

Grandma quickly pulled Yin Mengran down and made her sit beside her, whispering:

"Grandma was prejudiced back then. She thought you were being a bit reckless. No matter how good your relationship was, you weren't married yet, how could you just bring someone home to live? If word got out, people would gossip..."

"But after I understood the situation, I realized what had happened... You've had a tough time, kid. I'm so sorry to have you."

Grandma held Yin Mengran's hand, her face full of heartache...

She learned about Yin Mengran's past today, and it pained her to hear it. She really didn't expect that the child had gone through such things.

Yin Mengran laughed, shook her head, and said:

"Thanks to Zhou Heng, Grandma, it was he who brought me home, helped me, and took care of me. I wouldn't be where I am today without him. So I am incredibly grateful to Zhou Heng and his family. I could never repay this kindness in my lifetime..."

"Okay, okay... We're all family. Xiaowei told me how outstanding and sensible you are. Oh, it's a blessing for our family to keep such a good child like you."

The way Grandma looked at Yin Mengran now showed growing affection with each passing day.

She blushed slightly, feeling a little embarrassed by Yin Mengran's compliments, and said:

"Ah...Grandma, you flatter me. I am the one who is most fortunate...to be part of your family..."

Zhou Heng was no exception to his grandmother's reaction; he simply ate his meal quietly.

After all, who wouldn't like a girl who is so beautiful, so talented, and so polite—she has so many wonderful qualities...

Therefore, he wasn't worried about Yin Mengran at all, knowing that she would definitely gain her family's approval.

"Hey, when are you two getting married?"

"Uh?"

Zhou Heng and Yin Mengran were instantly stunned. Zhou Heng stopped chewing his food, looked up at his grandmother, and stared blankly at her...

Grandma noticed something was off about the two of them, frowned, and asked, "What's wrong? You two aren't planning on getting married, are you?"

"Oh no, no, no! No, I just didn't expect you to ask this question so suddenly... I think... it's too early to get married... and I'm not old enough yet, plus I have a lot of studies to do right now..."

Zhou Heng glanced at Yin Mengran, as if afraid she would be unhappy when he said those words.

Of course I want to marry Yin Mengran, I want to so badly!

But there's really no way around it now. They're both too busy with their studies, and they don't have much time to date, let alone find time to get married...

He didn't want his wedding with Yin Mengran to be rushed, so it would definitely take a long time to prepare, and they didn't have that time right now...

"Ah...I see. That makes sense. Young people get married later these days, so it's fine. No rush."

Grandma muttered a couple of words and patted Yin Mengran's hand.

Yin Mengran first pursed her lips, then raised a slight smile, nodded, and said "Mmm".

It was just a simple gesture, but Zhou Heng noticed it.

They chatted normally during dinner. After dinner, they took turns taking a shower and then went back to their room to prepare for bed.

After the lights were turned off, the room was pitch black.

Zhou Heng lay on the bed with his eyes open, staring at the ceiling. He could feel that Yin Mengran had her back to him.

He turned around and hugged Yin Mengran from behind...

"Wife..."

"Huh? What's wrong?"

Yin Mengran responded softly, reaching out to grasp Zhou Heng's hand. They felt each other's warmth; the room was quiet, even their breathing was clearly audible...

She liked Zhou Heng holding her like this; being hugged from behind made her feel safe and especially comfortable...

"You...think...no...it's not what you think, it's what you want, when do you want to get married..."

Zhou Heng spoke softly, whispering in Yin Mengran's ear.

Yin Mengran, who had already closed her eyes and was trying to fall asleep, immediately opened them upon hearing Zhou Heng's words and exhaled...

"I...I'm fine with anything, whenever I'm not busy, um...after graduation, anything is fine."

It sounded like Yin Mengran was just giving a casual answer, as if she didn't take it to heart.

"We've discussed this topic before, haven't we? Perhaps our thoughts are different now? Have they changed?"

Zhou Heng grasped Yin Mengran's hand in return, his warm breath tickling her ear...

Yin Mengran's body trembled slightly, but she still moved, turning over to face Zhou Heng.

Then she reached out and hugged Zhou Heng's waist, lying in his arms...

"Don't overthink it, you're just trying to make me feel better, right?"

"Uh... hahaha... I can't hide anything from you..."

Zhou Heng smiled awkwardly. He hadn't expected Yin Mengran to have guessed this. Sometimes he wondered if Yin Mengran could read his mind, since she seemed to know everything...

The tacit understanding between her and Tang Zhi has far surpassed that between her and Tang Zhi...

This is what a relationship lasting over a year looks like...

Yin Mengran chuckled, touched Zhou Heng's chest with her hand, and whispered:

"Of course, I know you very well. You're thoughtful, gentle, and caring. You're always considering my feelings, and you've always been like that. But what I want you to know is that I will always unconditionally support and love you. So your thoughts are my thoughts, and that will never change..."