Chapter 39 Discussing Marriage

"Thoughts?" Qi Jingchuan raised an eyebrow and looked at her.

Cen Yan felt she should make her point more clearly.

"You must know about the Cen family's situation. We are the richest family in Shanghai. Nowadays, we are capitalists that everyone hates. I don't need to say more, you know it in your heart."

"The Cen family is on this list of those whose property has been seized and liquidated. I was a refugee who fled to Dongming Island. I was in a sorry state. Only by getting married and being registered in another family can I completely escape danger."

"But this is indeed a safe escape for me. However, for you... Qi Jingchuan, you married a capitalist like me. There is a good chance that someone will use this to their advantage and have a great impact on your career."

For example, Qi Jingchuan was unable to get promoted and was unable to leave Dongming Island for a long time.

Or they might be summoned by their superiors and forced to leave the military.

Cen Yan was certain that her identity was indeed very sensitive, so even if Qi Jingchuan rejected the marriage, she would not blame him for his heartlessness.

After saying this, Cen Yan took out the folded marriage certificate from her bag and pushed it in front of Qi Jingchuan.

"I'll give you three days to think it over. If you're worried about being implicated by me, we can take back our tokens of affection, write a letter of annulment, and part ways amicably. Then, whatever happens to the Cen family in the future won't affect you."

Cen Yan thought for a moment and had nothing else to add.

Seeing that she seemed to have run out of things to say, Qi Jingchuan slowly spoke.

"Is your biggest concern about this marriage that it might affect my promotion? Do you have any other requirements?"

What does that mean? Qi Jingchuan asked about her requirements. Could it be that there's still a chance for marriage? Is he willing to marry her?

Cen Yan looked at the man with some disbelief, but since Qi Jingchuan had brought it up, she didn't mind pushing her luck.

"Yes! I have three more requirements! First, if we really get married, I can live closer to your parents, but not together!"

Distance makes things better than proximity; Cen Yan didn't want to deal with mother-in-law/daughter-in-law relationships every day, though she could manage occasionally.

Qi Jingchuan readily agreed: "You can rest assured about that. My parents live in Beijing, and I will not leave Dongming Island or live with them for the next ten years."

"Secondly! You know my background. I grew up in a pampered environment. I'm not saying I'm lazy, but I would never do anything without hardship. If I can eat out, I will never cook; if I can hire a maid, I will never do anything myself."

"After we get married, I will definitely not be a perfect wife who can be elegant in public and good at cooking. You can't expect me to become that kind of person. Of course, I will take responsibility for my own lifestyle and will not give you any financial burden."

To put it bluntly, Cen Yan only wanted Qi Jingchuan's right to a first marriage; she wasn't after his salary or allowances.

Otherwise, if something can be settled with money, would it even be considered a problem for her?

“No problem,” Qi Jingchuan readily agreed. “Go on.”

“One last condition.” Cen Yan swallowed. “Once we’re settled on Dongming Island, I’ll go out and look for a job. I don’t want to stay at home like a statue waiting for her husband. If necessary, I hope you can help me out and get the job sorted out as soon as possible.”

Cen Yan didn't think it would be a bother for Qi Jingchuan. These days, jobs are all quotas; you can't just find one whenever you want. You need someone to make the connections. Qi Jingchuan is the leader of the group on the island, so he must have a lot of connections. Getting a job quota would be more than enough for him.

Of course, she paid for the expenses of smoothing things over.

Moreover, her public identity is that of a pitiful orphan girl whose assets were transferred away by her scumbag father, leaving her with nothing. Only by having a decent job can she legitimately enjoy the resources in the space.