She herself was the same; although she really wanted to cry, she held back in order to ensure the smooth progress of the subsequent procedures.
The road seemed so long, yet also incredibly short; a multitude of thoughts flashed through Xiao Feiran's mind.
She recalled the first time she met Cheng Zhi. The girl had her hair in a bun, was carrying two large suitcases, and was panting heavily, but she still greeted her with a smile, "Hello, roommate!"
Time flies! She was just starting school back then, and now she's wearing a wedding dress.
As she was thinking, Cheng Zhi walked up to her and stood shoulder to shoulder with Qi Yanche.
She gave a speech, Cheng Ye handed her the ring, the groom kissed the bride, and everything went so smoothly.
When it came time to toss the bouquet, all the girls were eager to catch it.
However, Cheng Zhi directly handed the bouquet to Xiao Feiran.
Xiao Feiran was a little surprised. She smiled and said, "Shouldn't this be given to Yiyi and the others? Their progress is definitely faster than mine."
Cheng Zhi shook her head and placed the bouquet in Xiao Feiran's hands.
“This has nothing to do with the progress of the project. This bouquet doesn’t represent marriage. I think it represents happiness. I’m giving it to you not to pressure you, but just to tell you that whatever kind of life you want and whatever kind of person you want to be with is fine. I just want you to be happy.”
After the ceremony, everyone moved inside the hotel to eat and chat.
Halfway through the meal, those few people who had been drinking went up on stage to sing and dance.
Although they really didn't want to talk to them, they had no choice but to be dragged onto the stage since they were the bride and groom today.
The hall was filled with a warm and happy atmosphere, but Xiao Feiran took her bouquet and went outside.
She sat on the stairs, looking at the pure white calla lilies in her hand, feeling a mix of emotions.
Suddenly, she heard footsteps behind her. Turning around, she saw Cheng Ye. "Why aren't you eating inside? What are you doing outside..."
Cheng Ye sat down next to her. "It's too noisy inside, so I came out for some peace and quiet. But what are you doing sitting here with all those flowers in your arms?"
Xiao Feiran was in a state of confusion and didn't know how to reply, so she just shook her head and remained silent.
Cheng Ye glanced back and said seriously, "If you can't bear to part with her, go in now and take my sister away. I'll stop Brother Yan for you, okay?"
Hearing him say that, Xiao Feiran immediately smiled, patted him on the shoulder and said, "You're so loyal."
After saying this, the two fell silent.
After a long while, Xiao Feiran slowly said, "I was just thinking about what Cheng Zhi said. She said she wanted me to be happy."
Cheng Ye couldn't grasp the deeper meaning of those words for a moment, and he looked at Xiao Feiran, wanting a more straightforward explanation.
Xiao Feiran turned her head, and just when he thought she was about to explain, she suddenly changed the subject and asked another question, "Cheng Ye, were you really joking last time?"
Cheng Ye didn't understand why she suddenly asked this question, and hesitated, unsure how to answer.
While he was still thinking, Xiao Feiran spoke again, "If you're just joking, then I can immediately put this matter out of my mind."
Cheng Ye couldn't bear the thought that the other person didn't care at all and would be with someone else in the future.
"I wasn't joking last time, I really like you!"
Cheng Ye finally told the truth. Xiao Feiran took a deep breath, "Cheng Ye, are you mistaken? Perhaps you only have feelings for me..."
Before Xiao Feiran could finish speaking, Cheng Ye said, "I've thought very clearly over the past few months whether my feelings for you are those of a family member or romantic love. It's not a misunderstanding. I just like you, the kind of love that makes me want to marry you and have children with you."
Xiao Feiran looked into his eyes, and they were indeed very firm, with no trace of joking.
She turned her gaze back to the bouquet. "Do you know what your casual 'I like you' will mean for me? Cheng Ye, I finally have a home, and your 'I like you' could very well make me lose all of that."
Cheng Ye was stunned; only then did he recall Xiao Feiran's experience.
He thought for a moment and said, "This will always be your home, and I will never let you lose it."
It's easier said than done. Xiao Feiran said with a wry smile, "Cheng Ye, is this love or pity..."
Cheng Ye replied without hesitation, "I have never felt sorry for you. You are strong and brave. I am very happy that you have joined our family. I never thought that we took you in because we pitied you. We really like you."
Xiao Feiran lowered her head more and more as she listened, until Cheng Ye could no longer see her face.
After thinking for a moment, he said, "Sister Feiran, please give me a chance. What if we're a good match?"
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