Shangguan Wu observed his second cousin's expression and saw no trace of acting, but rather a genuine sense of relaxation and ease.

"Does my second cousin like Sister Xintong?"

"yes."

Qin Yiqian spoke without hesitation, but suddenly changed the subject: "It's a pity that my elder brother doesn't believe me. How about my younger cousin helps me persuade him?"

Shangguan Wu looked at her older cousin in surprise.

Qin Yiheng pressed his temples, and after a moment, his sharp eyes fixed on him: "If you don't explain clearly what's going on between you and Chen Xintong, how can anyone believe you?"

“I called her, and she agreed to marry me. That’s enough.” Qin Yiqian lowered his eyelids.

"Enough my ass!" Qin Yiheng frowned deeply.

That's why they couldn't reach an agreement.

Qin Yichen looked at Shangguan Wu and shrugged.

Shangguan Wu seemed to understand, and smiled slightly: "Big cousin, can I talk to second cousin alone?"

Qin Yiheng raised an eyebrow, met her gaze for two seconds, got up and left the study, pulling Qin Yichen out with him.

After the study door opened and closed again, Shangguan Wu asked directly, "Second cousin has a crush on Sister Xintong, right?"

Qin Yiqian stared at her in shock.

Shangguan Wu knew she had guessed correctly.

"I'm married, so I've been through it all, and naturally I'm more sensitive to relationships."

"My older brother has been through this before."

Qin Yiqian sighed softly.

"Your cousin probably doesn't want you to get hurt, not because Sister Xintong was his nominal girlfriend, but because you're his brother," Shangguan Wu guessed. "If it were someone else, your cousin wouldn't bother with them."

Qin Yiqian's expression froze.

Shangguan Wu continued, "It's a good thing that Sister Xintong agreed to marry you, but have you thought about what will happen after the marriage?"

Xintong's career is all in Changteng City, while you spend most of your time in the research institute. After you get married, you live apart and don't have time to spend together, so you can't get to know each other well enough. Such a marriage cannot last.

That's why your older cousin hopes you'll think carefully and not make a decision on a whim.

Qin Yiqian remained silent.

After a quarter of an hour of deep thought, Qin Yiqian finally spoke: "You're right."

Shangguan Wu blinked.

Qin Yiqian smiled and said, "I haven't taken a vacation in all these years. For this wedding, I will apply for a six-month leave and stay in Changteng City to cultivate our relationship."

Shangguan Wu was quite surprised: "Half a year?"

Qin Yiqian nodded: "I believe that sincerity can move mountains."

Shangguan Wu offered his blessings: "May my second cousin's wish come true and may he and Sister Xintong be forever united in heart."

A look of longing and joy appeared in Qin Yiqian's eyes, and he smiled gently: "Thank you, cousin."

"I'll go call my older cousin in." Shangguan Wu got up and walked towards the door.

The one who falls in love first always suffers some losses.

A lasting marriage requires effort from both partners.

Shangguan Wu suddenly understood another deeper meaning behind her grandmother's decision to leave her behind.

At 3:30 p.m., firecrackers and colorful fireworks rang out from the Qin family mansion, filling the sky.

It was Chen Xintong's first time visiting the Qin family, and she was surprised by the grand reception. She felt inexplicably nervous.

But since Chen Xintong had personally agreed to the marriage, she wouldn't allow herself to back down.

For the Chen family, once a daughter is married, she is no longer considered part of the family; they are now completely separate.

Chen Xintong got out of the car and took out the gifts she had prepared for the Qin family from the trunk; the pile was about half a person high.

Qin Yiqian stepped forward to help: "Actually, it's good that you're here."

Chen Xintong raised an eyebrow: "When you come to my house tomorrow, please come empty-handed."

Qin Yiqian: "..."

"Please forget what I just said."

"OK."

Chen Xintong didn't really want to hold a grudge against him, so naturally she wouldn't make things difficult for him.

But deep down she actually hoped he would show up empty-handed, though then it wouldn't just be her who lost face, but him too.

So forget it.

Introduced by Qin Yiqian, Chen Xintong greeted the Qin family members at home one by one. When she saw Shangguan Wu there, she was slightly surprised.

Chen Xintong is no ordinary woman. The fact that she can run a sizable company in Changteng City on her own demonstrates her exceptional social skills.

So after the initial tension passed, she chatted happily with the women of the Qin family.

The harmonious and pleasant atmosphere continued until after dinner.

Shangguan Wu was about to go home, yawning repeatedly.

Seeing this, Chen Xintong also took her leave.

Madam Qin gave her youngest son a push.

Qin Yiqian blurted out reflexively, "I'll take you."

Chen Xintong saw her future mother-in-law's actions, exchanged glances with Qin Yiqian, and found that he was not forcing her. So she pulled Shangguan Wu into his car and let the driver drive back by himself.

Shangguan Wujiong: There's really no need to drag me along.

When they finally set off, Du Wei drove, and Qin Yiqian sat in the passenger seat.

Shangguan Wu and Chen Xintong sat in the back row.

Shangguan Wu felt like she had become a shining light bulb.

Chen Xintong leaned closer to her: "What, don't you want to sit with your sister?"

Immediately, Shangguan Wu's eyebrows curved into a smile: "Sister Xintong, should I call you Second Cousin-in-law from now on?"

Chen Xintong looked up at Qin Yiqian and said generously, "Yes, barring any unforeseen circumstances."

Shangguan Wu's smile deepened as he whispered in her ear, "Second cousin-in-law, you'll be incredibly happy!"

As long as you know how to cherish what you have, the happiness index of a person who is favored is 100%.

Of course, the most important thing is to let the other person know how you feel.

Otherwise, it would be very heartbreaking to encounter someone who is emotionally oblivious.

Chen Xintong's eyelids twitched, as if something was out of her control. Wasn't this a case of mutual benefit?

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