Amnesiac Fiancé Married Another, So I Married His Brother - Chapter 8

[Huo Xuanye: Forgot to share two pieces of good news with everyone. First, my brother has returned safely. Second, my brother married the person who saved and took care of him.]

Huo Xuanye might as well be the official spokesperson for the Huo family.

Not long after they left, Huo Xuanye publicly announced three pieces of news online.

Those who had been criticizing Li Su for putting on a devoted persona immediately changed their tune.

[The eldest Huo brother got married too???]

[What era is this? Are we still doing the “repay a life-saving grace with marriage” trope?]

[So you really can pick up a domineering CEO by the beach, please tell me which beach, I’m heading there now!]

[Before, the eldest Huo brother seemed so in love with Li Su. How could he change his heart so quickly?]

[I don’t believe in love anymore!]

[Am I the only one who thinks Li Su is the most tragic woman ever? Heartbroken over her missing fiancé, even paid the show crew millions in compensation, only for her fiancé to return with another woman. World’s unluckiest.]

[Is this a drama? The husband comes back from war with a delicate, beautiful new wife~]

[So glad the eldest Huo brother is safe, but I’m devastated, my ship, Huoran x Li Su, has sunk. My domineering CEO x top dancer OTP~]

Huo Xuanye replied to this comment: Feel free to ship me and Susu, the LiYe CP.

[Second Young Master Huo is pure love. I’m crying… he actually put Li Su’s name first.]

When Li Su saw this comment, she laughed in exasperation.

Huo Xuanye was so bored he’d come up with a ship name and was encouraging people to stan them? Was he insane? She’d slept on the couch last night while he took the bed, who’d want to ship that?

“What does Huo Xuanye mean by this?”

“Does he think announcing it like this will make me agree to you two being together?”

Li Chen’s expression darkened as he gripped his phone.

Li Su half-expected her brother to order the driver to turn around and go back to beat up Huo Xuanye too.

She said softly, “Brother, I admit marrying Huo Xuanye on impulse was a bit reckless.”

Li Chen snapped, “Reckless? Li Su, have you lost your mind?”

“You’re right, Brother. My heart was broken, and my mind was a mess, that’s why I did it. Do you understand how it felt? I went to see him full of joy, only to find a strange woman by his side, and he didn’t even remember who I was.”

Li Su’s eyes reddened, tears threatening to spill.

She had just woken up and hadn’t even had time to freshen up, her bare face making her look especially pitiful.

“Susu, I was too harsh just now. None of us can truly understand what you went through.” Li Chen’s heart ached for her, his tone softening. “Setting aside whether it was reckless or not, he’s Huo Zhenzhou’s younger brother. He used to call you sister-in-law. Doesn’t it feel awkward now that you’re married? You’ll inevitably see Huo Zhenzhou often in the future. How will you handle that?”

“Brother, I didn’t marry into that family to be bullied.” Li Su smiled. “Don’t worry, no one can take advantage of me. I have you, after all~”

Li Chen’s expression eased slightly.

Having grown up in happiness, Li Su had always been gentle and gracious in how she treated others.

The only hardship she’d ever faced was the grueling training of dance.

This time, she’d thrown herself into the fray, proof of how deeply Huo Zhenzhou had hurt her. Even if his actions were due to amnesia, she couldn’t accept it so easily.

All Li Chen wanted was for Li Su to be happy. If she was content, he would support her.

“My precious darling can’t just hastily get a marriage certificate and call it a wedding. We must throw a grand celebration, the more extravagant and lavish, the better.”

Su Li smiled obediently. “Mm, I’ll listen to whatever Brother says.”

When they returned to the Li family home, Li Ruifeng and Wen Yunshang hurried out to greet them.

“You’re back!”

“Are you getting divorced now?”

What on earth had her parents and brother discussed while she was away?

Their joyful expressions didn’t seem fake.

What kind of parents eagerly anticipate their daughter’s divorce right after she gets married??

“No divorce. Who said I was getting divorced?” Li Su linked arms with her mother. “Mom, I’m hungry. Let’s eat first.”

As mother and daughter walked inside together, Wen Yunshang asked, “Alright. Did your brother hit anyone when he went straight to the Huo residence after landing today?”

In the past, whenever someone bullied Li Su, Li Chen would immediately step in and teach them a lesson. Despite his refined, jade-like appearance, the muscles beneath his tailored suits were well-developed. His reputation as a protective older brother was so fierce that people assumed he had a terrible temper.

Because of this, their parents constantly worried that Li Chen’s bad reputation would make it hard for him to find a wife.

Li Chen answered for his sister, “Of course I did. If I didn’t teach that bastard a lesson, I wouldn’t be able to swallow this anger.”

Wen Yunshang scolded him, “We’re all upset, but what’s the point of hitting him? Do you think this is some TV drama where you punch him, his head slams into a wall, and suddenly his memory comes back?”

Li Chen chuckled. “If that actually worked and restored his memory, wouldn’t he have to thank me?”

Fair point.

After the family of four finished breakfast, Li Su went upstairs.

No sooner had she gone up than Huo Xuanye arrived.

He hadn’t come empty-handed, he brought gifts.

If he was going to take his wife home, he had to show sincerity.

“You came alone???” Li Ruifeng’s gaze darkened. “Huo Xuanye, if your Huo family doesn’t take this marriage seriously, I’ll gladly welcome a divorce at any time.”

“Uncle, I’m not here today to propose formally. I just wanted to visit.” Huo Xuanye scanned the room but didn’t see Li Su. “As for the marriage, my family takes it very seriously. We’ll choose an auspicious date to formally visit and discuss it.”

Li Ruifeng’s voice turned sharp. “If you dare mistreat my daughter, I won’t let you off easy.”

Well, he was screwed then last night, he’d made Li Su sleep on the sofa.

“I’ll go upstairs to see her first.”

“What’s the rush? She’ll come down once she’s changed. Sit.” Li Ruifeng gestured toward the sofa beside him.

Here it came, the father-in-law’s interrogation.

The usually rebellious Huo Xuanye obediently took a seat on the sofa.

Seated across from him was Li Chen, the brother-in-law who had just beaten up his own brother at home this morning. The parents sat in the main seats.

It felt like a tribunal.

Li Ruifeng: “When are you planning to divorce?”

Huo Xuanye: “???”

“Uncle, I have no intention of divorcing. I’m serious about this.” Huo Xuanye answered swiftly. “To be honest, I’ve always admired her. Before, she was my sister-in-law, and our roles made it impossible for us to cross any lines. But now, there are no more barriers between us. I want to build a life with her properly.”

His gaze was sincere. “I hope you’ll give me this chance. Time will prove everything.”

“Your words sound nice, but Li Su told us you rushed into marriage because you wanted to be a substitute for your brother?” Wen Yunshang frowned. “A relationship built on pretending to be someone else can’t last.”

If he hadn’t said it that way, Li Su wouldn’t have had a whirlwind marriage with him.

Huo Xuanye said, “Uncle and Aunt, she just went through a breakup. I’m in no hurry… I’m willing to stay by her side and help her heal. One day in the future, she’ll suddenly realize that the person beside her is no longer Huo Zhenzhou from before, but me, Huo Xuanye.”

Just as Li Su’s parents were satisfied with Huo Xuanye’s response, Li Chen, who had remained silent until then, finally spoke.

He said, “You and Huo Zhenzhou are biological brothers. How can I believe your feelings for her are genuine, and that you didn’t rush into marriage just to help your brother keep her from bothering him? That way, Li Su wouldn’t cling to your brother anymore.”