Ji Tong's cheeks flushed slightly, but she didn't forget to defend herself, "I didn't. I know my dad's drinking capacity. When we went to discuss business before, he drank everyone at the table under the table by himself. Even if Gong Yanli unleashed his potential, he could never be my dad's match."
Father Ji wasn't angry. "It's alright, drink as much as you want, don't push yourself."
When Gong Yanli saw that his uncle was about to pour wine, he immediately got up and offered to help.
Ji's father then began to ask about some basic information about Gong Yanli.
Gong Yanli answered all the questions without hiding anything.
When asked about her family situation, Ji's mother asked, "Have you mentioned Tongtong to your father? What was his attitude?"
"mom……"
Just as Ji Tong was about to speak up for Gong Yanli, Gong Yanli squeezed her hand under the table and said:
“Auntie, to be honest, my relationship with my father isn’t good. We haven’t seen each other for several years. But I just came from my father’s place. He did arrange a marriage for me without my knowledge, but when I went to see him, he clearly refused. However, I couldn’t have grown up without the resources provided by the Gong family, so I proposed a compensation plan to my father and returned the only 1% of the Gong family shares under my name to him…”
Gong Yanli recounted his situation almost without reservation.
After finishing speaking, he added, "I know my family's situation is rather complicated, but I've already tried to resolve it in what I believe is the best way. If you, my uncle and aunt, have any questions or feel that my approach is inappropriate, please let me know. I can explain or make improvements. After all, you are elders and have more experience than me in many aspects. I'm happy to listen to your opinions."
Gong Yanli's attitude was very sincere.
Not only were Ji Tong's parents surprised, but even Ji Tong himself was a little surprised.
She never expected that Gong Yanli, whom she considered to be a blockhead, would have such outstanding emotional intelligence in this regard.
Speak thoughtfully and comprehensively.
Mrs. Ji looked at Mr. Ji, pondered for a moment, and then asked, "According to what you're saying, your father completely disagrees with your relationship with Tongtong. Although it's a bit early to say this now, if you do end up getting married in the future, elders will generally be required to attend the wedding. If he finds out that you didn't inform him, will he have any objections?"
"Mom, we've only been dating for a short time, how can you talk about marriage already? Besides, what era are we living in? Who says parents have to be present at a wedding? I wouldn't even let his dad come!"
Ji Tong subconsciously spoke up for Gong Yanli.
She remembered that Gong Yanli's father had just called her on the phone as a "disreputable woman".
Given her personality, there's no way she would allow someone like that to appear at her wedding.
Gong Yanli continued, "I have an older brother who has been expanding the market overseas in recent years. If there are occasions that require the attendance of elders, he can return to China at any time."
Ji Tong's parents understand their daughter.
Her protectiveness of Gong Yanli shows that she has already decided on him.
If the elderly couple tries to stop them and another argument breaks out, it will only damage their own family relationship.
Fortunately, apart from his father's situation, Gong Yanli is excellent in every other aspect and is very considerate in his words and deeds.
The couple exchanged a brief glance.
Mr. Ji raised his wine glass. “Well, we only have this one daughter, and we’ve doted on her since she was little. She’s a bit straightforward, but she’s absolutely kind-hearted. We don’t have any other requests, we just hope you two can be tolerant of each other and move forward together.”
Gong Yanli quickly picked up his wine glass and touched the rim of Ji's father's glass to the glass. "I think Ji Tong is just fine as she is. You can rest assured leaving her with my uncle and aunt. I will do my best to treat her well."
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