While weddings and funerals are commonplace events, and such a powerful alliance is generally seen as a good thing, the public's
public's attention was clearly not on the event itself, but on the individuals involved.
The two newlyweds who made this match possible—and provided such rich fodder for gossip—were each family's one and only.
How could such a taboo topic not be popular?
One day, a particularly wealthy tycoon arrived from Wenzhou. Though lacking formal education, he possessed an open personality and could converse easily with anyone.
. After arriving in Beijing, he used connections to invite Jian Suiying out, reasoning that building more relationships couldn't hurt anyone.
Mr. Qian chuckled, "Oh? What's the matter? Does his sister-in-law keep a tight leash on him?" The entire table burst into laughter at this remark, and Jian Suiying smiled too.
"She certainly does keep a tight rein. Just watch—here, let me check the time. See? It's already past nine-thirty. She's always punctual at nine-thirty sharp."
Mr. Qian was baffled. "Punctual about what?"
Jian Suiying replied sheepishly: "You old rogues, always stirring up trouble."
"We old rogues can't hold a candle to you young whippersnappers. My old face is nothing compared to yours—your sister-in-law trusts you completely.
. You're different, Brother Jian. Looking like a movie star, no wonder Little Li keeps such a close eye on you." Everyone joined in the laughter.
Jian Suiying scolded with a laugh: "You wish someone would think about you every day! His actions prove he cares about me." "More like he doesn't trust you, ha ha ha ha ha!"
"It's time. It's time."
Everyone held their breath, staring at his phone.
Jian Suiying pressed the answer button and held it to her ear. "Hello."
Li Yuqing's cool, clear voice came through. "Suiying, eating?" "Yeah, eating."
"Had any alcohol? Do you need me to pick you up?" "It's fine, just a little."
"Don't say it's fine. They're cracking down lately. Try not to get into trouble. I'll come pick you up."
"Alright." Jian Suiying dragged out the last syllable, his tone dripping with resignation. "I'll be at XX Restaurant."
Jian Suiying hung up. The people at the table all looked at him with half-smiles.
After sitting for another twenty minutes or so, Li Yu called to say he'd arrived. Only then did the table finally break up, everyone heading downstairs.
Upon reaching the lobby, Mr. Qian immediately spotted a young man staring up at them as they descended. Tall and lanky
with a face like carved jade and striking good looks. Even his casual clothes seemed tailored for television.
But what drew the most attention was the calm, cool, and unapproachable aura he carried.
Mr. Qian had no interest in men, regardless of their looks, and he wasn't fixated on staring at him. It was simply that the young man kept watching them, which struck him as odd.
Sure enough, the young man immediately moved, lifting his leg and walking toward them.
As he approached, he greeted each person around him in turn, then very naturally grabbed Jian Suiying's arm, frowned, and whispered, "You call this having just a little to drink?"
Jian Suiying raised an eyebrow. "You'd come no matter how much I drank."
Mr. Qian was stunned. That voice was identical to the one he'd heard on the phone, and it perfectly matched the image of this young man before him. Could these two really be...
A fellow owner patted his shoulder and chuckled: "Mr. Qian, what an eye-opener! Look at that young couple—
well-matched."
Mr. Qian hurriedly agreed: "Perfectly matched, perfectly matched."
Li Yu smiled faintly and nodded at Mr. Qian.
After bidding farewell to the others, Jian Suiying got into the car with Li Yu.
Li Yu reached across the driver's seat to fasten his seatbelt, then turned to start the engine.
Jian Suiying rolled down the window to let the cool breeze blow away the alcohol fumes, then closed it, his tone slightly irritated. "How long has it been? Aren't you done yet?"
Li Yu glanced at him out of the corner of his eye. "What do you mean 'enough'?"
"Every time I go out to eat, you call me at 9:30 to rush me home. Seriously, you're a man too—can you even understand
your own behavior? Do you really think this is normal?"
Li Yu stared straight ahead without wavering. "I just worry about you driving after drinking."
"If driving is unsafe, why the hell do I have a driver? Who needs you running out late at night to pick me up? This isn't about whether you pick me up or not—
. It's you fucking staring at me like a woman. You don't trust me? I can get laid whenever I want?"
Li Yu slammed on the brakes, startling Jian Suiying.
Li Yu turned his head, his chest heaving as he tried to stay calm. "You've had your share of wild adventures before, so
"I don't want to do anything! I just want to have a normal dinner, drink some wine, and talk business without being
."
Li Yu suppressed his anger: "I didn't force you to be home by 9:30. I just worry about you driving after drinking. I called to check."
Li Yu replied in a low voice, "Of course I can't control you. Do whatever you want. Even if you turn around and find someone else, what the hell can I do about it?"
Jian Suiying grew increasingly uneasy as the conversation veered off course. He found the whole situation utterly ridiculous, yet he
didn't think he was in the wrong. He believed Li Yu was too narrow-minded and underestimated him.
The two barely spoke afterward, driving home in silence before each taking a shower and going to bed.
But peaceful resolution didn't mean compromise. He wasn't one to compromise easily.
Gradually, though, the calls started coming intermittently again, albeit pushed back by half an hour.
Jian Suiying wanted to talk to Li Yu again, but this time she'd learned her lesson. She avoided arguments, brushing it off casually
and flatly denied she was urging him home.
. Besides, he wanted to salvage his reputation in front of his friends.
He chose an evening when Li Yu had no classes and stayed home all day. After work, he gathered a group of friends,
a large private room at a hotel they used to frequent. He hired several minor celebrities, both male and female, all young and attractive
. With over a dozen people in the room, he plunged back into the nightlife he once knew so well.
Around nine o'clock, his friends teased him, "Hey, Suiying, what's up with you tonight? Don't you need to go home and keep your wife company?"
Jian Suiying glanced at his watch, determined to prove himself and reclaim some of the swagger he’d once had as the young master Jian.
"Where are you?"
"Singing with friends. Why?"
Li Yu's voice was deep and firm: "Where are you? I'll come pick you up."
"I don't need you to pick me up. I brought a driver. Didn't you say you trust me? Then just go to bed and sleep. I have my own engagements. Don't worry about it."
"Jian Suiying!" Li Yu gritted his teeth. "Are you doing this on purpose? You know I'll worry."
Tonight's goal had been achieved. Jian Suiying looked around at the room full of people dancing wildly, yet he felt no excitement.
he felt going home now to sleep warmly with Li Yu would be far more enjoyable than this. But the words were already out
, he couldn't take them back. He resolved to stay past midnight today to teach Li Yu a lesson. Otherwise, with her controlling him so tightly, she'd end up riding roughshod over him.
"Ask your driver." Li Yu frowned at the group of flirtatious men and women, his mood souring further. "On a day like this, are you having so much fun?"
Jian Suiying glanced back. Truthfully, he felt he'd gone a bit too far, but he couldn't back down. "You
stalking me all day makes you happy? How come I never noticed how annoying you were before?"
As soon as the words left his mouth, Jian Suiying regretted them. Sure enough, Li Yu's expression darkened instantly.
Jian Suiying steeled himself to press the point—maybe this would teach Li Yu not to be so petty.
This left Jian Suiying completely dumbfounded.
Watching Li Yu's hastily retreating figure, his heart clenched. He blurted out, "Li Yu!" Li Yu didn't even turn his head, striding purposefully toward the exit.
He ran up and grabbed Li Yu's arm. "Li Yu, Li Yu, baby? Hey, don't be like this." Li Yu shook off his arm without looking back. "You go back and have fun. I have no right to control you."
Jian Suiying felt a chill run down his spine. He grabbed her arm, refusing to let go. "Come on, come on, stop this. Let's talk properly, okay? Honey
? Come on, let's talk this out." With that, he forcibly dragged Li Yu into an empty private room.