Chapter 290 What is Mrs. Qi shy about?

"Okay, if you really plan to marry Shuangshuang, I can give you time to return to Rongcheng and take care of what needs to be done."

Old Master Zhou had an expression of deep understanding, and Lin Shu also looked at Qi Huaijing with surprise, his voice trembling as he spoke.

"Are you really willing to marry into our Zhou family? If so, don't worry, our Shuangshuang will definitely be a dowry.

Our Zhou family has dozens of properties in Haicheng. You and Shuangshuang can choose any place you want for your wedding house, or you can choose a single-family villa."

Lin Shu was very happy that Qi Huaijing really agreed to come to Haicheng.

Chen Xuan and Chen Yi looked at each other in bewilderment. Why was it different from what they imagined? Shouldn't Mommy strongly oppose the eldest sister getting married so soon?

We had agreed before that great-grandfather would pretend to be sick to trick the eldest sister back home so that she could be with them. It turns out that adults all like to lie?

Chen Yi and Chen Xuan were furious, and Zhou Shuang also looked confused.

Qi Huaijing doesn't look like someone who likes to joke around, so how could he reach a consensus with her mother?

"Okay, how about we settle the marriage today over this meal? We'll decide on the date for the engagement later."

When Mr. Zhou caught Qi Huaijing, he was like a fly to honey, fearing that Qi Huaijing would go back on his word.

"Grandpa, are you afraid that I won't be able to get married?"

Is there anyone here who can listen to her?

Qi Huaijing took a sip of tea and spoke in a faint voice.

"I still have the money to prepare a wedding house. I will buy one in Haicheng with my own money. As for Rongcheng, my villa is big enough for me. It's over 3,000 square meters. In the future, my great-grandfather, mother-in-law, sister-in-law, and brother-in-law can all come and stay there if they want."

Lin Shu nodded. She admired Qi Huaijing very much. Actually, she was not much older than Qi Huaijing. It was better for women if a man was more mature. It would be easy for women to feel wronged if they found someone of the same age. If the age difference was too big, there would be a generation gap. A pair like Qi Huaijing and Shuangshuang would be the best.

"Mommy, Great Grandpa——"

Zhou Shuang protested, asking if she could speak anymore.

Qi Huaijing's hand was directly across the table. He held Zhou Shuang's hand in his palm, and his fingertips gently hooked her skin. Qi Huaijing really enjoyed the touch.

"What do you think, Mrs. Qi?"

“…”

Zhou Shuang met Qi Huaijing's passionate gaze, the heat almost burned her to death.

She was so taken aback by his gaze that she forgot what to say.

The three words he just said were repeated in my mind.

"You, what did you say?"

"Mrs. Qi."

Qi Huaijing shouted again as she wished.

Zhou Shuang was completely stunned, her mind a mess.

Lin Shu was unable to transform Zhou Shuang's role into a wife for the time being, but her little girl had finally grown up.

When Zhou Shuang heard the words "Mrs. Qi", she was still lost in the clouds and mist, and Lin Shu's eyes were filled with tears.

Good, good, good——

Her daughter finally had a man to love her.

Qi Huaijing did not disappoint Lin Shu. "Mother-in-law, I will follow my wife's instructions on all wedding arrangements. We will do whatever she likes. I have no objection. I will pay for all wedding expenses."

He was just marrying into the wife's family, but he didn't gain any advantage.

Lin Shu was even more satisfied with Qi Huaijing. After all, she had grown into a middle-aged girl and had seen so many ups and downs. She had never seen a man willing to suffer a loss in such a matter.

No one can stand being called "son-in-law". Qi Huaijing doesn't mind at all, and he is not targeting the Zhou family.

Zhou Shuang's face instantly turned as red as a big tomato, so red that blood seemed to be dripping out of it.

"Shuangshuang, take Chenxuan and Chenyi out to play while the adults talk."

Lin Shu was like coaxing a child.

“…”

What does it mean to talk for a while with adults? Qi Huaijing, the adult, naturally stayed. Zhou Shuang was helpless, especially since Qi Huaijing was looking at her with doting eyes.

"Go ahead, I'll come find you later."

He touched the top of her head. Zhou Shuang was stunned for a moment, then met Qi Huaijing's deep eyes. After a glance at each other, Zhou Shuang was finally defeated.

She could only accept her fate and said, "Okay."

"Shuangshuang is not an ordinary girl. If you really want to marry her, you must be fully prepared mentally."

After Zhou Shuang and her two siblings left the table, Lin Shu became unusually serious.

Qi Huaijing's expression remained calm, and he said calmly, "I understand."

Lin Shu said seriously: You don’t understand, Shuangshuang has a serious mental illness, this is my fault -"

Lin Shu's eyes turned red when he talked about Shuangshuang.

Mr. Zhou also fell silent.

Qi Huaijing actually already knew what she said next, but he still listened politely and patiently.

"I've said all this to be sincere. If you're still willing to accept Shuangshuang like this, we'll be truly relieved."

It's true that Lin Shu wants Zhou Shuang to get married soon, but he also wants her to meet a good man.

Children cannot be asked to atone for the mistakes of adults.

Qi Huaijing's response surprised Lin Shu.

"I don't think this is a mental illness. Maybe that's what makes Shuangshuang so cute and pitiable."

It was the first time that Lin Shu and the old man heard someone evaluate Shuangshuang in this way.

Even the doctor said it was a psychological defense mechanism, and unless Zhou Yanli woke up, it was hard to say when this state would end. If she was unlucky, she would live in regret for the rest of her life.

Lin Shu and everyone in the Zhou family didn't want to see Shuangshuang like this.

"She's just avoiding the truth and taking all the blame on herself. You don't have to say anything more. I've decided to marry Shuangshuang."

The three of them chatted for nearly half an hour and finally decided to set the wedding for the Mid-Autumn Festival.

The full moon brings families together and it is also the best day.

"Now we can get the marriage certificate in a different place. Why don't we get it before proposing marriage?"

Old Master Zhou was more anxious than anyone else, and Lin Shu was stunned.

Qi Huaijing didn't object: "That's what I meant."

So as to avoid any more trouble.

Qi Huaijing agreed, and everyone secretly breathed a sigh of relief.

When Zhou Shuang returned to the table again, everyone looked at her.

"Shuangshuang, you and Huaijing should stay at the old house today. We have an appointment with the staff at the Civil Affairs Bureau tomorrow morning, so we can get your certificates early."

“…”

Zhou Shuang thought she had heard wrongly.

"What certificate?"

Qi Huaijing picked up her hand and gently moved it to his lips. That smile was the most charming smile Zhou Shuang had ever seen in her life.

"Marriage certificate."

next day

Zhou Shuang was pulled up by Lin Shu like a doll to dress up. She didn't sleep well all night. The servant even came to ask her if she was sharing a room with Qi Huaijing. This sentence scared her so much that she almost died on the spot.

She didn't sleep the whole night and didn't fall asleep until the second watch. As a result, her eyelids were almost stuck together when Lin Shu was combing her hair.

Qi Huaijing was dressed neatly and Zhou Shuang wore a little white dress. They got into the car as Lin Shu and Old Man Zhou looked on with smiles on their faces.

Zhou Shuang felt that Qi Huaijing's attire when she and she went to get the marriage certificate was no different from her usual attire. However, she didn't really like wearing skirts, and today she was forced to wear one, which made her feel awkward.

There were not many people in the Civil Affairs Bureau in the morning, and Qi Huaijing stayed by her side, taking good care of her. When they entered the office, the staff saw how affectionate they were and smiled and blessed them.

Zhou Shuang, in a white dress with a red background, and Qi Huaijing, who had taken off his black suit and was also wearing a white shirt, naturally leaned their heads together. Zhou Shuang smelled the faint scent of patchouli on him, a fragrance that could calm her mind and she was reluctant to leave it.

"Newbie, look here—"

The cameraman quickly snapped a few shots of their faces. Zhou Shuang came out of the Civil Affairs Bureau, still feeling a bit dazed, holding the bright red marriage certificate.

Is this the end?

The man in the photo had a faint smile on his face. Zhou Shuang had clear and beautiful features, and was a perfect match for Qi Huaijing.

Those who say they are models in advertisements all have surnames.

Zhou Shuang looked at the only photo of the two of them together so far, and the corners of her lips curled up inexplicably.

"Miss Zhou, you're back?"

On the way to get the car, Zhou Shuang met someone she knew.

The other party looked surprised, especially his eyes were fixed on Qi Huaijing's face and he couldn't take his eyes off it.

It also carries a sense of exploration.

"Yes, I came back yesterday." Zhou Shuang didn't remember who this person was. There were many people who knew her, but she knew only a few people in the upper-class circle.

Of course you have to respond out of courtesy.

"Really? Let's have dinner together sometime. It's rare to meet you."

People in this circle have the most vicious eyes. Zhou Shuang smiled faintly and refused: "No, thank you."

The woman's discerning eyes fell on the marriage certificate in their hands.

"You're back to get married, congratulations."

The woman looked at Qi Huaijing, who had handsome eyebrows, sharp features, and thin lips that were slightly pursed, giving off a sense of majesty without anger. She had never heard of who the eldest daughter of the Zhou family was in love with, and why did they get married so suddenly? Moreover, although the other party was handsome, he was a stranger she had never seen before.

"Thanks."

Zhou Shuang exchanged a few polite words with others, and Qi Huaijing took her hand and continued walking forward.

In the sunlight, the diamond on her ring finger was particularly dazzling. She didn't know when he bought it, but when she looked at the ring and realized that she was really married, Zhou Shuang's heart trembled.

Getting married means starting a family and having a family that truly belongs to you in the legal sense.

What Zhou Shuang found most incredible was that half a month ago, she thought she would be single for the rest of her life, but she didn't expect to get married, and with the person she thought was the least likely to marry her.

"I chose this ring in a hurry. I'll pick one you like after we get back to Rongcheng."

Even though we were only here to get the marriage certificate, we couldn't be completely empty-handed. Proposal was during the Mid-Autumn Festival, so a ring was a must.

Zhou Shuang stared at the ring, her eyes feeling a little sore.

"No, this one will do."

It's already very big, and she herself is not a person who is keen on material things. In other words, any corner of the Zhou family's property would be enough for her to live on for a lifetime.

But she liked the things Qi Huaijing gave her, and this rose ring touched her heart. It was enough and there was no need to buy another one.

Qi Huaijing stared at her profile. At this moment, the sunlight was shining on her soft skin, as if casting a halo around her body. She was so beautiful that it was hard to look away.

"As long as you like it."

He had never pursued a girl before. Apart from buying gifts for Qi Luoyan and his sister-in-law, he had never given anything to a woman. When he first saw this diamond ring, he felt it was a perfect match for her. He bought it hastily and decided to buy it for now. If she found something she liked later, he could buy her something else.

Zhou Shuang got up early in the morning to get the marriage certificate. The drive from the old house to the Civil Affairs Bureau took more than an hour, and she didn't even have time to eat breakfast.

Lin Shu and the old man had both been clamoring to come along, but Qi Huaijing had no choice but to say, "It's not the college entrance exam, we can just go."

No one wants a young couple's good life to be ruined by a big lightbulb.

Just this one sentence made Mr. Zhou and Lin Shu blush.

Zhou Shuang gently tugged at the corner of her clothes, rubbed them, and whispered, "Grandpa, you should stay home with Mommy. We'll be back soon."

Qi Huaijing asked as the car passed a restaurant.

"Are you hungry? Let's have lunch outside."

There were many people in the old house, and he wanted to have brunch with Zhou Shuang alone.

It seems that since they met each other, they have always eaten together as a group.

At Qi Luoyan's house, and later at my great-grandfather's house, I had never had a couple's meal or a candlelight dinner for two.

Qi Huaijing parked the car in front of a French restaurant. The atmosphere of French cuisine is romantic and warm, perfect for a date between lovers.

Qi Huaijing very gentlemanly found an open private room, which would not disturb the two people's meal, while allowing them to enjoy the restaurant's ultimate atmosphere and the hustle and bustle below.

Zhou Shuang enjoyed Qi Huaijing's service. His bony fingers gently peeled the shrimp's shell. What surprised Zhou Shuang was that he also wore a rose ring on his ring finger, the men's kind, a plain ring, and very beautiful.

"Well, they're a couple, right?"

Qi Huaijing followed her gaze to his ring and nodded.

Then he took out a small box from his pocket, inside which lay a women's plain ring.

"The clerk said it was a pair, so I bought both. But I thought the diamond would look better on you. This one is a bit stingy, so I didn't give it to you."

Zhou Shuang looked at the plain ring, which was small and delicate.

It's not as gorgeous and dazzling as the one he's wearing now, but it's a pair with the one Qi Huaijing has on his hand.

She took it casually, took it out and returned it to Qi Huaijing, took off the diamond on her ring finger, and stretched out her delicate white hand in front of him.

"Put it on me."

Qi Huaijing did not hesitate. He gently held her hand and slowly put the ring onto her ring finger.

Coincidentally, the ring was of a perfect size, as if it had been custom-made for Zhou Shuang.

She looked left and right and liked it more than the rose diamond ring.

"Here, keep it."

The diamond was returned to Qi Huaijing, and Qi Huaijing helped her keep it.

After returning home, he would open a special safe for her and put all the gifts he gave her in it. From now on, on every memorable day of every year, he would give her a gift that she liked.

Zhou Shuang curiously pulled his hand over and put her palm together with his.

His hand could completely wrap around hers, giving her a full sense of security.

"Hello, sir and madam, the steak you ordered is here."

The waiter walked in. Zhou Shuang was startled and tried to pull her hand back quickly, but Qi Huaijing held on to it tightly.

"We are already husband and wife, except for the two procedures left to go through. Mrs. Qi, why are you shy?"