Sweet slice-of-life love story: Wife, Let's love again
Chapter 313 - 306: Getting Straight to the Point

Chapter 313: Chapter 306: Getting Straight to the Point

Visiting your future father-in-law to discuss his daughter’s future, this is a major event.

A major event, so it merits careful consideration.

Cigarettes, liquor, and tea are essential, one cannot afford to neglect the face-saving aspects, and in addition to these, one should pick out some other items to express sincerity.

He spent all Saturday roaming around Shengtian Square, stuffing the trunk full to the brim, then early the next morning, Qin Guanglin drove with He Fang onto the expressway heading to He City.

As for his hair, it certainly hadn’t been freshly cut; it had been just over a month since the last haircut, and it wasn’t too long yet. He Fang had bought him two sets of clothes that made him look particularly sharp, which were enough to satisfy him for now, and he kept them in his bag, planning to change into them when visiting.

He Fang had already notified her family in advance to confirm that He’s Daddy hadn’t returned to his hometown to escape the summer heat. Taking turns driving to He City, they arrived as night was beginning to fall. Not going straight to the home, Qin Guanglin took her out for a meal and found a hotel to stay in, to get some rest and revive their spirits for meeting her father the next day.

"I have a feeling that everything will go smoothly this time," Qin Guanglin said, confidently, sitting cross-legged on the edge of the bed while looking at He Fang, who was busy with her phone.

He Fang asked, "Why?"

"Intuition, how can there be a why... Well, strictly speaking, your dad’s comments on my public account gave me a bit of confidence."

"He still hasn’t realized he’s exposed himself and continues to leave messages?" He Fang felt speechless about her own dad.

In fact, she wasn’t very worried in her heart either; they had been dating for over two years, how could there be any surprises... The last time they went through this, she and Qin Guanglin had been dating just over a year, and still, they had smoothly tied the knot.

Qin Guanglin didn’t respond to her remarks, instead, he scooted closer to her and continued, "Also, your calm demeanor gives me confidence. Have you already calculated that there won’t be any problems?... I’m sure you have, no need to speak, you can’t fool me."

He proudly leaned over and lay on He Fang’s stomach, exhaling while looking at the ceiling, his face filled with anticipation.

Proposing—discussing marriage—meeting the in-laws—preparing the bride price list—engagement—wedding.

The hardest part is always getting started, but that’s been taken care of...

Comfortable.

"When we go back to Luo City, don’t forget to remind me to take my books from my room; otherwise, I might forget."

He Fang stroked his hair and instructed, putting down her phone and preparing to close her eyes, "Aren’t you sleeping yet?"

"I’m too excited, I can’t sleep."

Qin Guanglin took her hand and pressed it to his chest, looking at her. "Can you feel it? Thump, thump, thump, it’s really exciting."

"I know you’re excited, now get a good night’s rest," He Fang said helplessly, turning over and pulling him to lie down properly. "If you end up with dark circles, my family will think we were up to who knows what."

"How about we do something else?" Qin Guanglin propped himself up, sitting up. "If we’re tired, we’ll be able to sleep well."

"Shut up and sleep, honestly."

"... Oh."

Qin Guanglin, who was very excited, didn’t sleep well all night, watching He Fang sleep soundly next to him, her mouth slightly open. He couldn’t resist using his hand to pinch it closed, then letting go and watching it open again—seemingly finding it amusing, he played with this for most of the night, not knowing when he eventually drifted off to sleep.

In the morning, there was no need to rush over too early. After eight, He Fang got Qin Guanglin up. After he preened himself in front of the mirror for quite some time, they went out for breakfast together. Judging that the He family had likely finished their meal and had nothing to do, they then drove to the apartment complex, parked the car, and Qin Guanglin began taking out items, carrying both big and small packages, following behind He Fang into her family’s home.

The He family only had He’s Daddy watching TV with his grandson, He Cheng. He Shan and Zhao Qing had already gone to work. Hearing the door, He’s Daddy stood up only to see He Fang entering with items in tow, and quickly went to greet her.

"Ah, I was wondering when you’d arrive... Why are you carrying so much stuff? And that one..."

He’s Daddy was about to ask why Qin Guanglin wasn’t carrying anything when he saw Qin Guanglin laden with a bunch of big and small packages, his hands completely full as he followed behind, carrying even more than He Fang.

"Uncle, hello."

Qin Guanglin put down his stuff, greeted He’s Daddy, "There’s a bit more downstairs, I’ll go fetch it."

He’s Daddy glanced at the floor, then at He Fang, puzzled, "This much?"

"It shows they care. You have no idea how much effort he’s put into this... look at this, the small can of tea. It’s the one they advertise on TV all the time—"

This time, He Fang didn’t brush it off like she had when Qin Guanglin had visited before. She took He’s Daddy aside and started praising, "Honestly, this tea isn’t that tasty, but it’s expensive, so Guanglin just had to buy it. He says it’s not about the taste; it’s about face... Don’t drink it yourself. Serve it to Li and the others when they come over. Oh, it adds so much prestige."

She put down the tea and picked up the ginseng to continue, "This is really valuable. Don’t let them try this one. Just have it on the sly with my brother and my sister-in-law. Don’t show off for no reason, it’s many times more expensive than the tea..."

He’s Daddy was stunned. Had the kid changed his ways? Instead of bringing home-cured pork, he brought a bunch of luxury goods?

"Hey, he’s coming back up. He’s got something special for you."

He Fang hopped over to Qin Guanglin’s side, took his arm, and shook it, "Where is it? Take it out."

"What?" Qin Guanglin was startled.

"What do you think?! "

"Oh, oh, this."

Qin Guanglin thought for a moment, then remembered. He took a small box out of his pocket and handed it to He’s Daddy, "Uncle, my mom said the bacon you made was really delicious. We were thinking about how to thank you and got you this... little trinket."

"Uh... sit, sit, don’t stand."

He’s Daddy, still in a daze, subconsciously invited the two to sit down, confused by the flurry of events. They only mentioned coming over to visit, without saying what for, but now something felt off.

"There’s also this wine. I’ve been wanting to buy it since the last time I was in He City but couldn’t find it. I’ve brought it from Luo City for you. Try it tonight at dinner."

As He Fang spoke, she saw He’s Daddy’s bewildered face and couldn’t help but smirk to herself.

Strike while the iron’s hot—that’s what she had done last time, and everything went smoother than if she left it up to her stubborn old man. Even if he agreed in principle, he would have feigned opposition to prove how precious his daughter was, throwing up all sorts of challenges.

As long as he agreed in his confusion, once the words were out, he wouldn’t back down. He despised people who went back on their word. That’s how he played chess, and that’s how he lived life.

"Hey, hey, sit down now. Let’s talk about all this in a bit. Are you tired?"

He’s Daddy turned to pour some water, "I’ll get you a glass of water. Drink first. It’s a long way from Luo City, and I’m just bored here every day..."

"Not tired, not tired. You sit. We came to see you and to talk about our marriage next year."

He Fang prompted He’s Daddy to sit down and gave Qin Guanglin, still dazed on the side, a meaningful look. Qin Guanglin hadn’t expected her to be so direct and reveal their intentions right off the bat and was still befuddled as he took a seat.

"Hmm, next year... getting married... huh?" He’s Daddy paused mid-movement, "What? Next year? Getting married?"

He Fang’s smile remained, as she circled the sofa and sat down next to Qin Guanglin, clinging to him as she nodded vigorously at He’s Daddy, "Yes, next year. If we don’t get married soon, I’ll be an old maid. Everyone else’s children are already here; we need to hurry up..."

"Uh..."

He’s Daddy was still a bit stunned, "So soon?"

"Not soon at all. We’ve been together for so long, and he’s already proposed to me." He Fang stretched out her left hand and waved it in front of He’s Daddy, her eyes and brows curved in a smile, "Look, isn’t the ring beautiful?"

"..."

How had the ring already been put on?