The whole family finally sat down together.

In the end, it was Luo Kunjing who spoke.

"My wife and I have discussed this matter, and we do not agree with you two being together. After all, marriage is not just about the mundane details of daily life. The gap between our two families is too large, and we will eventually separate."

"Moreover, my wife and I have businesses in Europe, and we can't stay in China all the time to manage them."

“Qingyuan is the heir to the Luo family’s business in China, chosen by our family. If my daughter marries out like this, who will manage the Luo family’s business?”

Luo Kunjing sighed and offered another solution: "If you two insist on being together, then as your parents, we certainly can't stop you. But if you want both families to live in harmony, then..."

"How about Duan Ye marrying into the Luo family?"

"……"quiet.

A deathly silence.

Everyone could hear the sounds of the livestock they had brought from the courtyard outside.

The entire audience remained silent for more than a minute.

The Duan family members looked at each other, and just as Duan Ye was about to speak, Duan Ze pressed him down.

Duan Sheng spoke first. He smiled and said, "My dear in-law, we are not old-fashioned people, but the Duan family cannot decide where Duan Ye goes."

Duan Sheng wasn't lying about this.

Duan Ye has been talented since childhood, especially in the field of aerospace, so it is inevitable that he will enter the aerospace field in the future. His cultivation of Duan Ye from childhood was also based on explicit instructions from above.

Whether it's Duan Ye or anyone else, the Duan family members have long since handed over their assets to the state.

The concept of "marrying into another's family" does not exist.

Duan Sheng continued, "Although we can't make the decision, Duan Ye and Qing Yuan are free to form a new family. The Duan family doesn't have a rule that daughters-in-law must stay at home to be wives and mothers. We have no objection to Qing Yuan wanting to take over the Luo family's business."

"Of course, if you are worried that once they get married, these assets will become marital property, then you can have a lawyer notarize it. Duan Ye will not take a single penny from the Luo family. Would that be considered sincerity?"

As Shen Niannian watched the conversation between the two parents, she felt...

This already shows a great deal of sincerity.

Rather than marrying into the Jiang family, which is also a merchant family, and spending a lifetime in strife and deceit, what's wrong with being with the Duan brothers, where everyone can focus on their own work and support each other in life?

Moreover, the fact that the Duan family dared to say such a thing proves that they have no interest in the Luo family's vast assets.

but…

Zhao Ruoxi spoke up: "No."

“Take your betrothal gifts back. No matter how much you bring, the Luo family will not agree to this marriage. This is a matter of principle.”

Even if a contract is signed, so what?

The Luo family's children are all love-struck; as long as they're together, Luo Qingyuan will disregard the contract.

Over the years, the Luo family has faced two major economic crises, both thanks to her decisive actions.

Zhao Ruoxi also felt this time that she wouldn't make a mistake.

Zhao Yu frowned: "Sis, this is already the best way. What are you worried about?"

Zhao Ming: "Sister, Qingyuan isn't young anymore. She can decide her own marriage..."

She was willing to agree to anything, except for the marriage with the Duan family, which Zhao Ruoxi could not agree to.

She didn't answer her two younger brothers' questions, nor did she pay attention to her anxious son beside her, nor did she look at her husband who seemed hesitant to speak. She simply looked through the crowd at her daughter.

Zhao Ruoxi's eyes were complicated: "You've grown up, and someone is protecting you now. As your mother, I can't control you anymore. But if you insist on doing things your own way, then you don't need to acknowledge me as your mother."

After saying that, Zhao Ruoxi stood up.

Luo Qingyuan also stood up and called out, "Mom..."

She didn't understand why this was absolutely unacceptable to her mother.

The Duan family has already backed down again and again, so why is it still like this?

Zhao Ruoxi's back stiffened, and she finally sighed. She didn't respond to Luo Qingyuan and went straight upstairs.

The room was left empty, and everyone felt a little awkward.

Duan Jiancheng had long been mentally prepared. The Luo family was a powerful financial family. Once Luo Qingyuan took over all the domestic businesses, she would no longer be just the richest girl, but the undisputed richest man.

He had expected the Luo family to react this way.

All we can do now is wait.

These two children are likely to face a difficult path.

Luo Kunjing stood up and smiled, trying to smooth things over: "It's late today. There's an old Chinese saying that food is the most important thing for people. Why don't we go eat first? We can talk about this after we finish eating."

Luo Shuyang also stood up: "Yes, let's go eat first."

"Duan Ye, you haven't met your sister-in-law yet. Come with me to see your sister-in-law and niece later."

Duan Ye could only smile and agree.

Duan Jiancheng smiled and stood up: "Alright, since we're already here, let's have a meal before we leave. I'm hungry too."

Luo Kunjing: "Please move to the dining room."

With that, Luo Kunjing took the lead and led the way.

Duan Jiancheng and his men were the first to catch up.

Duan Ze and Duan Ye walked behind.

Duan Ze: "It probably won't work out in one go, but don't be too discouraged. In today's society, a man with a daughter is sought after by many men. As a man, it's not a problem to visit a few more times."

Not only Duan Ze thought this way, but all the men in the Duan family thought this way. Men, you know, should be a little thick-skinned. Marrying a beautiful wife is a lifelong commitment.

Being rejected is fine, but don't make a big deal out of it, that's a real problem.

Duan Sheng's voice came from behind: "Your brother is right. Although Qingyuan's mother disagrees, I think the rest of the Luo family are quite supportive. Don't give up so easily."

Duan Ye: "I won't give up. She's my wife. It's just a bit of a hassle for you guys..."

Duan Ze reached out and slapped him on the head: "This is a major life event. What's all this trouble? You'll only be in trouble once in your life."

Besides…

Duan Ze couldn't help but laugh: "Then it was too easy for me to marry Niannian, so it's bound to be a bit difficult for you. God is fair."

Duan Ye couldn't help but turn pale.

How can you talk like that? Is this what fairness is?

Fortunately, the meal was quite pleasant. The Luo family truly lived up to its reputation as the largest aristocratic family in the capital; every table was filled with exquisite dishes, and the wine served was of the finest quality.

Nobody wanted to spoil the fun, so everyone drank a little, except for the person who was driving.

However, Luo Qingyuan wasn't in a very good mood, so she didn't drink much.

Duan Ye could only patiently coax Luo Qingyuan to eat.

This matter didn't really affect Duan Ye much; he just thought he could come back next time.

But Luo Qingyuan... this Ms. Zhao is, after all, Luo Qingyuan's biological mother.

When you don't have children, you don't want your parents' blessings when you get married.

and…

Grandma didn't come to this meal either.

Grandma was home too.

Luo Qingyuan was even more upset.

Duan Ye had never seen Luo Qingyuan so dejected, and couldn't help but feel a little anxious.