Chapter 77: Distracted

Chapter 77 Lost in Thought

After entering the forum, Su He noticed several private messages from people interested in buying that flower.

She chose the highest offer of 30,000 points and completed the transaction.

By now, Su He's Space Points had exceeded 550,000.

This was her financial safety net—as long as the space remained operational, she and her children would never starve.

However, she couldn’t rely solely on the space. After all, this was the real world, and prosperity had to be earned through her own efforts.

After making a substantial profit in the space, Su He fell into a comfortable sleep.

Meanwhile, Fu Tinghua was having trouble explaining things to the Fu family. The Fu family was thrilled to see their youngest son return, until Fu Tinghua asked Wu Yanhua, "Mom, is my old room still available? I’d like to stay here tonight."

Fu Dajun frowned and asked, "What’s going on? You’re back home but not sleeping with your wife? Did she kick you out?"

Fu Tinghua: "..."

Wu Yanhua shot her husband a glare. "Su He isn’t like that—stop talking nonsense."

Then, turning to Fu Tinghua, she said, "Ting Hua, I have to say, now that Su He has improved herself, you should really try to build a real marriage with her.

"How can you two grow closer if you keep sleeping separately?

"After observing her these past few months, our family genuinely thinks Su He is a good person. You shouldn’t look down on her anymore.

"She’s already given you two children—even if she may not be perfect, she's worked hard, hasn't she?"

Even the eldest brother, Fu Guoqing, spoke up, saying, "Ting Hua, your wife has been struggling to raise two kids all on her own. You should be more considerate of her. The way she’s been dropping weight lately—it’s worrying!"

Fu Guoqing didn’t finish his sentence, but everyone understood what he meant—they all thought Su He had lost weight so quickly because she was exhausted.

Fu Tinghua: "..."

Hadn’t he brought up them sleeping together? But Su He was already talking about divorce—what was he supposed to do?

Yet his family assumed he was the one disrespecting Su He. Not wanting to undo their newfound goodwill toward her, Fu Tinghua didn’t explain and simply endured the lecture from his family.

The gist of it, no matter how they phrased it, was clear: he needed to treat Su He right and save their marriage.

"Look at you—you were away on military duty for a whole year. Mom had the wrong idea about her back then and never checked on her in the city."

"But raising two kids solo is no joke, especially with no help."

"You should try to understand Su He more and stop being so critical of her."

As Wu Yanhua kept lecturing him, Fu Tinghua felt they had scolded him enough and finally replied, "I understand, Mom."

Taking in Fu Tinghua’s worn-out expression, the family decided not to disturb his rest any further.

In the Fu household, Fu Tinghua had always been the most favored—not just because he was studious and successful, but also because he had been the most handsome in the family since childhood. After a grueling day, just seeing his handsome face brightened everyone’s mood.

But when he returned to his old room and lay down in the familiar space, Fu Tinghua unexpectedly lay awake.

He had slept so soundly in Su He's rundown house before.

Closing his eyes, Su He's face popped into his head again.

Strangely, Fu Tinghua could hardly remember how Su He had looked when she was overweight.

Or perhaps, he had never really given her a proper look in the past.

Thinking about how Su He had brought up getting a divorce today, Fu Tinghua sighed and forced himself to shut his eyes once more.

The next day, Fu Tinghua got up and went to Su He's place at first light. Having barely slept all night, he looked clearly worn out.

Back at the doorstep, everything was quiet—clearly, Su He and the children were still asleep.

It was probably not even six yet. Aside from market days, Su He naturally wouldn’t wake up this early.

Not wanting to disturb their sleep, Fu Tinghua tried the door, but it was latched from the inside, leaving him unable to enter.

He had no choice but to sit by the front gate and take in the view.

The wheat had grown tall by now, its heavy heads bowing low as if ready to fall at any moment.

Over time, the color of the wheat had gradually shifted from lush green to golden yellow.

Truthfully, staying in the countryside wasn’t half bad. Stuck in the operating room every day, he rarely had time to slow down and appreciate the surroundings like this.

But Fu Tinghua had his own mission. As his mentor once said, he was born to hold a scalpel.

Villagers started heading out of their homes and into the fields. As more people appeared, Fu Tinghua finally got antsy.

If anyone saw him camped out front this early, who knows what gossip would start in the village.

Just as Fu Tinghua stood up and raised his hand to knock, the door was pulled open from inside.

Caught off guard, Fu Tinghua and Su He were suddenly face to face.

Su He’s slightly wavy hair tumbled over her pale shoulders, framing her delicate face and accentuating her refined features.

Her skin was as smooth and flawless as fine jade, as pure as new snow, making her look sweet but sexy.

Now, with her face more slender, her features stood out even more gracefully.

Her clear, bright eyes shone like precious stones, reflecting surprise and curiosity.

Only now did Fu Tinghua realize how captivating her eyes were—deep and shining.

Her slightly parted lips revealed neat, white teeth, and when she smiled, two faint dimples appeared, making you want to get closer.

Though she wore no lipstick or gloss, her lips still held a natural rosy tint, completely charming.

Sometimes, falling for someone happens in an instant. At this moment, Fu Tinghua finally understood what it meant to be captivated at first sight.

Never before had he studied a woman so intently and mesmerized.

Noticing his silence and prolonged stare, Su He felt slightly uneasy but managed a smile. "You’re up so early? Come in," she said, quickly stepping aside to open the door wider.

Only when Su He spoke did Fu Tinghua snap back to reality.

Realizing how lost he had been in looking at her, his ears instantly flushed red.