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Chapter 74 - 74 74 The Whole Family is Stunned!

74: Chapter 74: The Whole Family is Stunned!

74: Chapter 74: The Whole Family is Stunned!

The words were no sooner out of his mouth than the whole room was shocked!

Everyone turned to see where the voice came from and saw Tang Kun, now changed into a different outfit, with a wicked smile approaching.

“When they were washing the fruits just now, I heard it all, they were discussing how to plan the wedding!” Tang Kun walked up to his uncle Tang Long and said with a smile, “Uncle, congratulations!

You’re going to be a father-in-law!”

“…”

Tang Long was flabbergasted.

What’s going on?

Two hours ago, when he met with Wu Jie alone, he even encouraged Wu Jie to try to turn their pretend romance into a real one and to strive for marriage.

But now…

Whoosh!

Suddenly, Tang Long turned his head, joining the others as they all fixed their gaze on Tang Xiao.

Surprise, doubt, curiosity, confusion…

Faced with many complex and different gazes, Tang Xiao was neither flushed nor out of breath.

“Kun isn’t wrong, I was indeed discussing marriage with Jie, after all, we’re not getting any younger, and since we get along quite well, why not just marry?”

No sooner had she finished speaking than Aunt He Hui immediately questioned:

“But you two have been together for less than a week, right?

Are you planning to have a shotgun wedding?”

Tang Xiao laughed and said, “Whether a couple is suitable for marriage shouldn’t depend on how long they’ve been in love, right?

Why do many couples who have been in love for years end up not getting married?

And those who fall in love at first sight and marry quickly, aren’t there also many who find happiness and fulfillment?”

Aunt Sun Mei looked Wu Jie over and chuckled:

“Do you know about Wu Jie’s family background?

Do you think his parents would accept you as a daughter-in-law?”

With a light snort, Tang Xiao shook her head with an embarrassed smile:

“Jie has been working in my company for over a year, and I know his character, ability, and family situation like the back of my hand.

As for his parents and relatives, I believe I’m not so unacceptable that they would reject me.”

Aunt Zhang Yu scoffed and said:

“You’re in such a hurry to get married; could it be that you’re already expecting?

If it’s really a double celebration, the betrothal gifts will have to be doubled, you know!”

This time, Tang Xiao did not reply but looked towards her father, Tang Long.

How awkward for Tang Long!

This… This marriage is coming too suddenly!

As the eldest brother and father, and with all the family’s eyes on him, he couldn’t possibly fail to give his opinion.

“Uh… although free love is advocated nowadays, marriage is a serious matter that cannot go without parental involvement.

At the very least, many wedding details need to be discussed by both sets of parents.

They must respect all customs and ensure everything looks good, so…”

“So I oppose your love affair and marriage, but regarding the details of the marriage, it has to be my way!

I must meet Jie’s parents and discuss!” said Tang Long definitively.

In the presence of the whole family and knowing Tang Xiao’s stubborn and explosive temper, Tang Long had to compromise.

He dared not publicly oppose the marriage, but he had to assert his fatherly authority.

Therefore, Tang Long cleverly chose to step back and insisted on having control over the wedding proceedings.

This way, he not only saved face for Tang Xiao but also convinced the rest of the family that Tang Long still had a say in the matter.

How smart was Tang Xiao?

She immediately laughed and said, “Of course!

Marriage is not a trivial matter.

We need to pick an auspicious date, select restaurants for the banquet, invite guests…

Only our parents would know how to arrange these things well, making sure it’s both grand and comprehensive.”

“And as for Jie and me, of course, we have more important things to busy ourselves with, like taking wedding photos, buying clothes and jewelry, contacting wedding planners, planning the honeymoon, and so on.”

Wu Jie stood aside with a smile, not saying a word.

At a time like this, anyone feeling envious, jealous, or resentful would definitely have to be blacklisted.

Fortunately…

The system didn’t report any good news!

And at that moment, Tang Pingde, who had taken an afternoon nap and was now refreshed, walked over with the help of a doctor.

At once, a large crowd swarmed around him, talking all at once, and quickly recapped the marriage news about Wu Jie and Tang Xiao.

“That’s wonderful!

That’s great!

We can hold the wedding ceremony right here!

Let’s have a lively lawn wedding!”

“Once we set the date, I’ll have people fix up that plot of vegetables on the east side!”

“And as for Jie, given the special circumstances at home, let’s not fuss over the matter of bride price or dowry.

I have only one request!”

“Women are expected to follow the ‘Three Obediences and Four Virtues’, and men must also remain faithful and devoted!

Since the two of you are getting married, think it through clearly, and commit to each other for life!”

“I don’t want you to be reckless and impulsive due to inadequate consideration.

Once you’ve decided to be together, you must stick with each other for a lifetime!”

…

The elder spoke out, resoundingly and emphatically!

For the older generation, marriage is an extremely important affair and must not be taken lightly.

Once you decide to get married, it’s for a lifetime.

Regardless of gender, everyone must remain faithful to their marriage, faithful to their family.

Perhaps it was precisely because of the old man’s conservative thinking that Tang Long, being the eldest son, never considered remarrying after the death of Tang Xiao’s mother.

And now, with Tang Xiao set to marry Wu Jie, the elder’s requirement could be summed up in one word—loyalty.

Only…

Once words are spoken, they are like water spilled.

For Tang Xiao and Wu Jie, there was no turning back.

So, Tang Xiao nodded again and again, and Wu Jie had no choice but to follow suit.

Not long after,

Tang Xin and the others returned from fishing, and seeing the whole family gathered together, chatting and laughing, she listened for a few seconds and was instantly bewildered.

“What the heck!

Getting married???”

Tang Xin suddenly turned her head and furiously signaled Wu Jie with her eyes.

That look was like a silent interrogation, “What does this mean?

How come you’re suddenly getting married?”

Tang Xin was shocked.

In the morning, they were still sharing an apartment.

They had pretended to be a couple and there was even a bet involved.

How come now Wu Jie seemed to have turned from a sparrow into a phoenix overnight, about to ‘marry into a wealthy family’?

Seeing Wu Jie’s calm and collected gaze, Tang Xin understood.

Upgraded!

The fake couple was about to become a fake married couple!

Oh, my cousin, why bother?

The pressure to get married from the family wasn’t that urgent, so why raise the stakes all of a sudden?

Taking advantage of the moments when many people were discussing wedding details, Tang Xin pulled Tang Xiao aside.

“Do you really have to marry Jie just to avoid being pressured into marriage and harassed by suitors?”

Tang Xiao shrugged and said, “Since it’s all an act, better to play the role of spouses and get it over with in one step!”

“You’re oversimplifying it!

What if you meet your true love in the future and need to divorce Jie?

How will you get past the old man?

You know his views on commitment—to be together for life!”

“Where’s true love?

When will it show up?

I’m trying to deal with an urgent problem, not planning for the future.” Tang Xin glanced at the people in the distance and whispered, “Besides, will the old man even live to see the day I get divorced?”

“You!!”

Tang Xin was taken aback, then huffed heavily, “Fine!

You’re actually cursing the old man not to live a long life, do you believe I’ll go and tattle right now?”

“If you’re not afraid of dying, go ahead!

And if you dare to tattle, I’ll dare to say you skip classes to play games!”

Tang Xiao crossed her arms and gave a slight twist, causing her joints to crack.

“Er…

calm down!

Let’s not be hasty, sis!

How can beauties like us go around wanting to hit people so casually?

That’s so unladylike!”

Tang Xin affectionately link arms with Tang Xiao and quietly laughed, asking, “Even though it’s a fake wedding, at the ceremony, the groom has to kiss the bride.

What will you do?

Are you really giving your first kiss to Jie?”

First kiss?

Tang Xiao’s heart skipped a beat.

Her first kiss had long been stolen by that bastard Wu Jie!

“Uh…

then I’ll choose a traditional Chinese wedding; it doesn’t have that part!” Tang Xiao cleverly replied.

“What about the wedding night pranks?” Tang Xin said with a mischievous smile, “My mom definitely won’t miss out on such a spicy show!”