I Got A Girlfriend After Losing My Memory (Transmigration) - Chapter 9

Tao Ran walked over and knelt in front of Tang Fuzhi, her warm palm covering the back of Tang Fuzhi’s hand.

Tang Fuzhi watched the woman’s downcast eyes as she patiently explained the function of each button. Her voice was lovely, with a hint of magnetic resonance that made Tang Fuzhi’s ears tingle.

“This one moves you forward, and this controls the speed. You can start by letting the wheelchair move slowly…”

Her eyes were classic peach blossom eyes, their slight upturn enough to captivate anyone.

Her lips were plump, soft, and looked incredibly kissable. Tang Fuzhi knew firsthand what they tasted like.

Whether intentional or not, Tao Ran’s outfit today was completely different from yesterday’s.

Yesterday, she had worn a formal suit, exuding an air of mature composure and making her seem somewhat unattainable. But today, Tao Ran was dressed in a polo shirt paired with a black miniskirt, the top button undone. As she bent her head, her delicate collarbone was faintly visible, giving her a refined, youthful appearance, like a college student brimming with vitality.

“Got it?” Tao Ran asked after giving Tang Fuzhi a quick demonstration and letting her practice.

Tang Fuzhi pursed her lips. Though she’d been distracted for a moment, operating the wheelchair wasn’t difficult. After trying it herself, she’d mostly gotten the hang of it.

She nodded and steered the wheelchair toward the refrigerator.

“Good job, Tang Tang!” Tao Ran praised, assuming she was still practicing. She was about to ask her to wheel back over when Tang Fuzhi opened the refrigerator. Tao Ran rushed forward to stop her. “You just got out of the hospital. You’re not fully recovered yet. You shouldn’t drink anything cold.”

But Tang Fuzhi was faster. She grabbed a bottle of ice-cold mineral water and tugged on Tao Ran’s hem. “Crouch down.”

Tao Ran was puzzled but obeyed, crouching down while still trying to dissuade her. “You want water? I’ve boiled some hot water for you. Cold drinks are bad for your stomach…”

Before she could finish speaking, she felt a sudden chill, accompanied by a faint ache, in the spot where she had bumped her head in the car earlier.
“I saw online that you’re supposed to apply ice,” she said. Having no memory, she had only learned these basic first-aid tips from the internet during the car ride, and she wasn’t even sure if it would work.

Tang Fuzhi watched Tao Ran anxiously, asking cautiously, “How is it? Does it feel any better?”

Tao Ran paused, remembering how she had secretly felt jealous when Tang Fuzhi was on her phone in the car, and how she had resorted to such petty tactics to try to get Tang Fuzhi’s attention. She found it a little amusing.

So, my Tang Tang still cares about me after all.

Even if most of that concern stemmed from guilt.

“Much better,” Tao Ran said, taking the mineral water bottle. Noticing how cold Tang Fuzhi’s hands were from holding the icy bottle, she turned to pour her a cup of freshly boiled water, adding a splash of cold water to temper the temperature before handing it to Tang Fuzhi to warm her hands.

But Tang Fuzhi’s gaze remained fixed on Tao Ran’s forehead, her voice tinged with worry. “Should you keep the ice on for a while longer?”

Seeing the concern in the younger woman’s eyes, Tao Ran couldn’t help but feel touched. She pinched Tang Fuzhi’s cheek, noting how the hospitalization had left her thinner, with less flesh, which only deepened her heartache.

“It’ll fade soon. Don’t worry about it. Why don’t you watch some TV while I make dinner?” A little scratch like this was nothing to her.

Tang Fuzhi’s eyes widened in surprise. “You can cook?”

Her astonishment was understandable. Tao Ran’s first impression had left a deep mark: a successful businesswoman.

Tao Ran raised an eyebrow, a hint of amusement playing on her lips. “Well, someone kept complaining about takeout being unhealthy, but couldn’t cook themselves.”

The casual familiarity in her tone was a natural byproduct of their long history together.

“Who’s ‘someone’?” Tang Fuzhi asked instinctively. But as soon as the words left her mouth and she met Tao Ran’s teasing gaze, even without her memories, she instantly guessed that “someone” was likely her pre-amnesia self.
The realization made Tang Fuzhi’s cheeks flush slightly. Taking advantage of her amnesia, she pushed Tao Ran away, her voice feigning annoyance. “I don’t remember! How am I supposed to know?”

With that, she wheeled her chair over to the TV, flipping through channels aimlessly, pointedly avoiding eye contact with Tao Ran.

Watching Tang Fuzhi’s retreating back, Tao Ran’s smile deepened.

This naturally temperamental Tang Fuzhi was the person she knew so well.

However Tao Ran’s words had unsettled Tang Fuzhi. Her fingers fidgeted over the remote control, but her gaze slowly drifted to the figure in the kitchen.

There was no denying it: Tao Ran was truly a wonderful girlfriend.

Kind, considerate, beautiful, wealthy, and a great cook.

The thought made Tang Fuzhi feel a pang of guilt.

Though she no longer felt romantic affection for Tao Ran, she could still sense the other woman’s genuine care. Even with amnesia, her instinct was to reciprocate kindness.

Especially now, in this unfamiliar environment, treating Tao Ran well wasn’t just about repaying her kindness; it was also about survival.

With this in mind, Tang Fuzhi quietly set down the remote control and maneuvered her wheelchair behind Tao Ran. Her delicate fingers gently tugged at the hem of Tao Ran’s apron.

Tao Ran followed the almost imperceptible tug and turned to see Tang Fuzhi looking up at her. Sunlight streamed through the window, illuminating her amber eyes, making them seem even brighter and more innocent. She pursed her lips, a hint of awkwardness in her expression, and her voice was soft and sweet, like melted candy.

“Is there anything I can help with?”

With that, she released her grip on Tao Ran’s apron.

Tao Ran chuckled softly. Though she didn’t know why Tang Fuzhi had come, having her company was always a good thing. She grabbed a handful of greens and placed them on the washing station, then adjusted the wheelchair’s height for Tang Fuzhi.

“You can wash these.”

Washing vegetables was simple and safe, perfect for Tang Fuzhi.

Tang Fuzhi knew her limits and didn’t object to the task.

Washing vegetables was indeed easy.

Despite Tang Fuzhi’s carefulness, she finished washing the vegetables in just a few minutes. Meanwhile, Tao Ran was still chopping vegetables, her knife skills clean and efficient.

Knowing she couldn’t be of much help, Tang Fuzhi didn’t insist. She simply propped her chin on her hand and watched Tao Ran work.

The atmosphere was warm and cozy.

The small kitchen felt a bit cramped with both of them inside, but Tao Ran didn’t mind. She enjoyed being with Tang Fuzhi, even if they were just quietly together.

Since Tang Fuzhi had just been discharged from the hospital, the dishes Tao Ran prepared were light and simple, and they were ready in no time.

Tang Fuzhi startled and quickly offered, “I’ll do it! I’ll do it!”

While she couldn’t handle the more challenging tasks like stir-frying, carrying dishes was no problem.

Before Tao Ran could reply, Tang Fuzhi eagerly picked up a plate.

The high-tech wheelchair proved its worth. With a couple of taps on the controls, she smoothly and steadily delivered the dish to the dining table.

Tang Fuzhi turned back to Tao Ran with a smile, her eyes still carrying a hint of pride, as if to say, “See? I’m still pretty amazing.”

Tao Ran, indulging the little girl’s mood, said, “You’re doing great, Tang Tang.”

As expected, the girl’s smile brightened even more.

Lunch today was a simple two dishes and a soup. Perhaps because it included the fruits of her own labor, Tang Fuzhi found it much tastier than yesterday’s meal.

Full and satisfied, she began to feel drowsy.

Tao Ran told Tang Fuzhi to take a nap while she cleared the table.
The house had a dishwasher, so all she needed to do was rinse the dishes and load them in. Very convenient.

Lying down in the bedroom, Tang Fuzhi gazed at the pile of adorably ugly plush toys. She grabbed a large one at random, hugged it close, and gave it a squeeze.

Ugly as it was, the texture was surprisingly pleasant, soft and squishy.

Tang Fuzhi buried her face in the toy’s sun-warmed belly, free from any trace of hospital disinfectant. It felt wonderfully comforting.

Before she knew it, Tang Fuzhi had drifted off to sleep, completely forgetting that she was supposed to wait for Tao Ran.

She didn’t know how long she’d slept, but when she woke up, the space beside her was still empty. She couldn’t tell if Tao Ran had woken up and left, or if she’d never been there at all.

Rubbing her eyes, Tang Fuzhi sat up in her wheelchair and instinctively looked for Tao Ran.

The living room was empty. She guessed Tao Ran might be in her own bedroom. But when she opened the door and saw the empty room, Tang Fuzhi instantly snapped awake.

Where had Tao Ran gone?

Did she not want her anymore?

Why “anymore”? Tang Fuzhi didn’t have the mental energy to dwell on that question. Her mind was completely consumed by Tao Ran.

Did she think I was too much trouble? Is that why she disappeared without a word?

Her heart pounded faster, and cold sweat broke out on her palms and feet.

In that moment, the once-cozy little apartment felt utterly foreign. She instinctively wanted to call out Tao Ran’s name, but for some reason, her throat felt like it was being squeezed shut, and no sound came out.

Suddenly, she stood up, abandoning her wheelchair. Gripping the wall for support, she stumbled out of the room. The study door was closed. With trembling hands, Tang Fuzhi pressed down on the handle.

The woman sat rigidly at her computer, her cold expression making her seem aloof and unapproachable. Her lips were pressed tightly together, hinting at displeasure, and her voice was icy. “If such a mistake happens again, you’re fired.”

Though this side of Tao Ran was unfamiliar and distant, Tang Fuzhi couldn’t help but feel relieved. She instinctively called out her name, “Tao Ran… I woke up and you were gone…” Her voice still trembled with tears, as if she had suffered some great injustice.

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