After two days of relaxation, before returning, they arranged a time with Li Xuan for both families to sit down for a meal.
But to be honest, it wasn't much different from meeting his future in-laws.
He wondered what Li Yu was doing now—was she feeling nervous like him?
After showering and blow-drying his hair, he saw he still had plenty of time and couldn't resist calling Li Yu.
"Hey, what are you doing?" "I just finished showering."
"You must be pretty nervous too." Jian Suiying imagined Li Yu fresh out of the shower, smelling so good she'd be a feast for the eyes.
"I guess I am a little... Actually, I think both our families have pretty calm personalities. We probably won't make things awkward for each other in public.
, but I'm worried..." "Worried about what?"
"I'm worried... about Jian Suilin..."
"Then I'm relieved."
"Alright, I'll go buy the wine. We'll all head over early."
"Aren't you staying home?" In families like theirs, the cellar held countless bottles of fine wine—all gifts from others. Why bother going out to buy wine?
Why bother buying it elsewhere?
"Didn't I tell you I can't go home? If I do, my dad gets upset, my mom cries all the time, and my brother nags me nonstop." Li Yu sighed.
"Oh, I hope we can cool things down between you two today. I'll bring the wine. Just come over early." After agreeing, the two hung up.
Jian Suiying finished getting ready, called her dad and grandpa to confirm their arrival time, then headed out.
The two arrived at the hotel over half an hour early.
"Gifts for your parents to get acquainted." Jian Suiying had spent the entire afternoon pondering what to bring. If the gift wasn't well-chosen, he wouldn't be able to present it with confidence.
Jian Suiying glanced at him. "What did you bring?"
Li Yu pulled a clear plastic container from his bag. Inside sat a neat pile of tomatoes—small, rosy, and utterly charming. "Organic tomatoes."
Both of them couldn't help but laugh.
Li Yu went to organize things while Jian Suiying called the waiter over. After discussing their family's preferences with Li Yu,
she finalized the order.
Li Yu pulled him to the window. Jian Suiying looked down and saw a group of hotel staff bustling about below,
judging by the flower-covered pavilion and pathways still present, the wedding had just concluded, and the hotel staff were cleaning up.
"They just got married?"
"Yeah, I saw the bride and groom when I arrived. They've gone inside for the reception now."
Jian Suiying asked curiously, "What's so special about that?"
Li Yu looked at him, smiling gently. "I was hoping for a bit of romance—to piggyback on their music—but you never showed up even after the ceremony ended."
Jian Suiying didn't catch on. "What?"
For a moment, Jian Suiying genuinely felt his face flush. He pursed his lips. "Well, I did pay for these. You're not exactly shy about
borrowed flowers to offer to Buddha without shame?"
Li Yu blinked innocently. "If I found it, it's mine." Jian Suiying snorted. "You really have no shame."
Li Yu took his hand and suddenly dropped to one knee.
Jian Suiying stared at him, speechless. A thousand words caught in his throat, all condensing into one: "Holy shit."
"What the hell are you doing? Get up already!" Jian Suiying felt embarrassed for him.
Li Yu's face flushed bright red. He'd mustered the courage to do something this stupid, only for Jian Suiying's
made him feel even more foolish. The effect was utterly disastrous.
Gritting his teeth, Li Yu thought, "I've already done it and lost face—I can't just leave it at that." Stammering, he managed, "Could you...
say something?"
."
Jian Suiying looked into his stubborn eyes and reluctantly let go. "Fine, go ahead."
Jian Suiying felt her cheeks burning hot. Her lips trembled for a long moment, but no words came out.
And he would remember it for the rest of his life.
"Brother Jian." Li Yu took the ring, grasped his hand, and slowly slipped it onto his finger . The sensation of being bound by that tiny band felt truly extraordinary.
Jian Suiying looked down at his hand, wiggling his fingers uncomfortably. A thought popped into his mind: Fuck,
After living a life of debauchery, still as handsome as a flower, is this how it ends?
Li Yu stood up, thrust the ring into Jian Suiying's hand, "Put it on me."
After the kiss, Li Yu gazed intently into Jian Suiying's eyes. "With this ring on, you're officially married. No
mess around outside."
Jian Suiying grinned. "That depends on whether you can keep me in line." Li Yu narrowed his eyes at him. "I'll keep a close watch."
Jian Suiying lifted his chin to meet her gaze. "Honestly, I'm not worried you'd dare do anything to betray me. A man like me
a man like me, you couldn't find even with a spotlight. Just settle down and live with me."
Li Yu chuckled.
After a while, relatives from both families arrived.
They all felt a bit awkward. If this were a son and daughter getting married, the meeting of the families would be a warm and joyous occasion
But with two men as the protagonists, both sets of parents felt a bit uneasy.
Thanks to the elders from both families keeping things in check, the meal proceeded relatively peacefully. They steered clear of sensitive topics, opting instead for
lighthearted household matters, which brought relief to both Jian Suiying and Li Yu.
Truthfully, the most uncomfortable people at the table were Li Yu's parents. The Jian family knew exactly what kind of person Jian Suiying was.
The meal had achieved the desired effect, leaving both Jian Suiying and Li Yu feeling quite pleased.
When escorting them downstairs, Jian Dongyuan walked alongside Li Yu's father, discussing numerous matters of mutual interest. Their relationship appeared to have grown considerably closer.
The moment the car window rolled down, Jian Suilin's exquisite face appeared before them, bearing a touch of cool detachment and utterly without guard.
Jian Suiying and Li Yu both froze.