My happy life in a courtyard house with triplets.

Chapter 461: Love Grows Over Time

The next day, Zhang Lei took out 10,000 yuan early and rode his bicycle to the hospital.

He had just found out which ward Su Meng's father was in when he turned around and saw Su Meng. Su Meng felt a surge of inexplicable joy upon seeing Zhang Lei arrive.

When Zhang Lei saw Su Meng, he smiled and took the money out of his bag. Su Meng was startled by the large wad of cash.

Seeing her surprised expression, Zhang Lei smiled and said, "Let me help you pay your father's medical bills first."

Su Meng nodded in agreement. Soon, the two arrived at the payment counter. Those queuing to pay stared in astonishment at Zhang Lei and Su Meng. In this day and age, saving even a hundred yuan a year was a feat; no one had ever seen so much cash before.

After paying, Su Meng received the receipt, and the worry and tension in her heart finally eased. Su Meng and Zhang Lei chatted as they walked.

Su Meng looked at Zhang Lei nervously and said, "Don't worry, I will definitely find a way to pay you back."

Upon hearing this, Zhang Lei didn't answer directly, but instead asked, "What are your thoughts on what I told you yesterday?"

Su Meng looked at Zhang Lei nervously and said softly, "I'm already yours, what do you think I should feel?"

Zhang Lei immediately understood that people of this era tended to be more conservative in their thinking. Although Su Meng grew up in a good family environment and received a relatively open-minded education, she still retained traditional views on such matters.

Zhang Lei looked at Su Meng and said with a smile, "Since you're already mine, isn't my money your money? Besides, I'm willing to spend any amount of money to treat my father-in-law's illness."

Hearing Zhang Lei's words, Su Meng couldn't help but feel secretly delighted. She had been worried that Zhang Lei wouldn't treat her sincerely, but to her surprise, he gave her ten thousand yuan without hesitation, without asking her to return it.

Looking at Su Meng, Zhang Lei smiled and said, "Don't worry, I'll give you time to adjust. We'll get married whenever you feel ready."

Su Meng nodded and said, "Is it okay if my father finishes his surgery and recovers at the hospital?"

Zhang Lei nodded: "Okay."

After saying that, Zhang Lei led Su Meng outside.

Su Meng looked at Zhang Lei and asked疑惑地问道, "What are we going outside for?"

Zhang Lei said, "Just listen to me."

Without saying a word, he lifted Su Meng onto the bicycle and rode directly towards the department store.

Soon, the two arrived at the department store. Zhang Lei looked around and picked up a brand-new women's watch, then had Su Meng try it on.

Su Meng looked at the watch on her wrist and nervously tried to take it off. Zhang Lei stopped her, saying, "Alright, keep it on. If you like it, buy it."

Su Meng looked at Zhang Lei and said, "But..."

Zhang Lei interrupted her: "There are no 'buts,' just listen to me."

Without a word, Zhang Lei took out his money and bought the watch. Then, he picked out several new outfits for Su Meng.

Looking at the domineering yet considerate Zhang Lei, Su Meng felt a sense of security she couldn't quite describe. Before long, Su Meng's hands were full of things, so many she could barely carry them all.

Zhang Lei counted and said, "Alright, all the gifts for your dad, your mom, and your grandma are ready. Let's go back to the hospital."

Su Meng nodded in agreement. The two quickly returned to the hospital.

The Su family members were all taken aback when they saw Su Meng and Zhang Lei carrying large and small bags.

Su Meng quickly explained, "Mom and Dad, Grandma, this is Zhang Lei, my new friend."

Zhang Lei quickly greeted the elders.

Looking at Su Meng, Su's mother asked, "Mengmeng, tell me, did you pay for your father's medical treatment?"

Su Meng quickly explained to her parents and grandmother that Zhang Lei had taken out 10,000 yuan to help pay the fees.

When the Su family heard that Zhang Lei had suddenly taken out 10,000 yuan to save their lives, and that he had bought so many things for the whole family on his first visit, and seeing the occasional eye contact between Su Meng and Zhang Lei, they all understood what was going on.

Zhang Lei stayed at the hospital for a while before getting up to say goodbye.

Su's mother looked at Su Meng and said, "Mengmeng, go and help see Zhang Lei off."

Su Meng nodded in agreement. The two quickly arrived at the hospital entrance.

Su Meng looked at Zhang Lei and said, "Thank you."

Zhang Lei looked at Su Meng and said, "Are you still being polite with me?"

The two walked and talked, gradually moving away from the hospital without realizing it.

Zhang Lei looked at Su Meng and noticed the obvious dark circles under her eyes, so he asked, "Didn't you sleep well last night?"

Su Meng nodded.

Just then, the two arrived at the entrance of a hotel. Zhang Lei looked around and said, "Come on, let me take you to rest for a while."

Su Meng blushed as she looked at the hotel sign, but still let Zhang Lei pull her inside.

Zhang Lei quickly booked a room. Looking at the room's amenities, Su Meng couldn't help but ask, "How much is this room? It's so nice."

Zhang Lei looked at her and said, "Don't ask how much it costs. Since you're tired, just rest more."

As he spoke, Zhang Lei helped Su Meng lie down on the bed and covered her with a blanket.

Su Meng had initially thought Zhang Lei would do something, but he simply let her sleep quietly. Looking at Zhang Lei beside her, Su Meng felt inexplicably at ease and quickly fell into a deep sleep.

Zhang Lei looked at the sleeping Su Meng and couldn't help but smile. Bored, he glanced around the inn, thinking he should rest for a while too, so he closed his eyes to relax.

Two hours later, Su Meng gradually woke up. She looked at Zhang Lei beside her, and was startled at first, but slowly relaxed after seeing him clearly. She couldn't help but gently brush her hair against Zhang Lei's nose.

Zhang Lei's nose itched, and he woke up with a yawn. Seeing that it was Su Meng, he smiled and said, "You're awake?"

Su Meng looked at Zhang Lei and said, "That was a really good night's sleep."

Zhang Lei couldn't help but look at Su Meng. Her face held the gentle tenderness of someone just waking up, pure and captivating. Zhang Lei couldn't resist lowering his head and kissing her.

Su Meng was taken aback by this sudden action and immediately closed her eyes tightly.

Zhang Lei whispered in Su Meng's ear, "Don't be afraid, I'll be gentle."

Su Meng responded softly, in a voice as faint as a mosquito's buzz.

Zhang Lei could no longer restrain himself and gently embraced Su Meng.

Two hours later, Su Meng, lying in Zhang Lei's arms, couldn't help but complain, "Why are you like a bull? Don't you ever get tired?"

Zhang Lei laughed and put his arm around Su Meng, saying, "You don't know what I'm capable of. I could go on for twenty hours straight without getting tired, let alone two."

Su Meng couldn't help but look at Zhang Lei and say, "You're just bragging."

Su Meng felt sticky all over and said, "I'm going to take a shower."

Zhang Lei whispered, "I'll help you."

Soon, Su Meng's laughter and pleas for mercy echoed from the shower room, the remaining tenderness and affection left unsaid.