Xing's mother rolled her eyes so hard they almost reached the sky.
Heavens have mercy, she wanted to act like a mother-in-law, at least to make the new daughter-in-law think she was not to be trifled with and dare not bully her!
But she was almost closing her eyes, and God didn't give her that chance.
She doesn't dare to put on airs anymore; she's just grateful that her son can get married.
“Your mother is right, we can’t have internal strife. Your mother and I came here this time so that you can participate in the competition!”
After calming down, Mr. Xing got down to business.
He was a little unhappy when he learned from his brother-in-law that his son liked a woman with a child.
But before he could be unhappy for long, he learned another piece of news: the woman did not marry outside the family.
Before he could be depressed for long, he started to worry that his son couldn't even become a live-in son-in-law.
Both Mr. and Mrs. Xing had secretly seen the girl; they truly liked her.
They couldn't win over her mother, so now there's a father selection competition. If their sons still don't live up to expectations, they'll have no choice but to sever ties with their mothers...
He had been proud his whole life, and he didn't want to ruin his reputation in his later years.
"I haven't decided yet."
Xing Yuan remained silent for a long time before speaking.
"Are you afraid you can't compare to the soldiers you lead?"
Xing's mother immediately saw through Xing Yuan's thoughts.
Xing Yuan didn't speak, responding with silence.
"What's there to be afraid of? They're just a little younger than you, a little better looking than you, a little stronger than you, and a little more..."
Mr. Xing couldn't continue speaking.
For a moment, the family of three fell silent.
Xing Yuan sighed; he knew it would be like this.
After a moment of silence, Xing's mother suddenly spoke up: "Are all those who signed up young? Aren't there any people in their thirties or forties?"
"The father selection contest was organized by Su Tiantian. She was looking for a father for herself, so age and such didn't matter."
Xing's mother felt that the father and son were going in a slightly off direction.
The child is the main character; the key is what kind of father she wants.
"Your mother is right. No matter what, you have to register for this. If you don't register, I'll go!"
Xing's father looked at Xing Yuan with a serious expression.
Mrs. Xing stroked her hair and said with a smile, "Old man, just compete with them in military drills. You'll definitely come in first place. We may be getting old, but as long as you get first place, you can be my dad!"
Xing's mother knew that she needed to push her son a little.
Seeing his parents like this, Xing Yuan quickly said, "Mom and Dad, please stop making a scene."
“We’re not kidding you. I may be getting old, but I’m strong and healthy and can live for at least another twenty years. By then, Su Tiantian will be all grown up. If I die then, it won’t make any difference. A child only needs her father for twenty years, which is enough.”
Mr. Xing became serious and even did some calculations.
Xing's mother nodded in support.
Xing Yuan closed his eyes and said, "I'll participate! I'll participate!"
His parents have gone to such lengths; he has no choice but to participate.
Mr. and Mrs. Xing looked at each other, their eyes filled with smiles.
Xing's mother said, "Then what are we waiting for? Let's go to the Su family's house to get the forms to fill out."
“We’ll go with you. We’ll spend the Spring Festival at the military base this year. We’ll go back after the competition results are out.”
The father made the final decision with a single blow.
Xing Yuan quickly replied, "Mom and Dad, I can go by myself. Don't worry, I said I would participate and I will."
After Xing Yuan finished speaking, he got up and left.
As soon as he left, Xing's father sighed, "Sigh, do you think we'll ever see him get married in this lifetime?"
“You know, he’s not bad-looking, so why don’t you dare say so? What if the Su family’s daughter likes his type? We’re all modern people, and marriage is a free choice. We’ve never objected to him coming to our home.”
"Luckily he didn't confess his feelings, otherwise people who don't know the truth would think that we two old-fashioned people are hindering his marriage."
As Mr. Xing spoke, he felt a tightness in his chest.
Parents cannot change their children's wishes when it comes to marriage if the children have a strong will to do so.
So even if Xing Yuan and Su Luo really get together, and they disagree, as long as Xing Yuan is determined, their opinions are nothing.
The elderly couple had rehearsed countless times in their minds the scenarios that would test their son's emotions, but in the end, they never had the chance to put them into practice.
Because their son was too afraid to confess his feelings, he was in unrequited love from beginning to end...
It's heartbreaking to even think about it.
"Stop talking! We should be sincerely praying now, praying that your ancestral graves will emit auspicious smoke, and that our son will get married soon. They say that those near the water get the moon first; if he doesn't get first place, I won't be able to die in peace..."
"As long as he comes in first place, I'll accept it even if he's in unrequited love until the very end. If he gets first place, that little guy will be our grandson. We don't care if he gets married or not. We'll be grandparents then, and we can die in peace."
Xing's mother clenched her fists and placed them against her chest, letting out a sigh.
Mr. Xing nodded: "You're right."
"As long as he dares to sign up, we'll find a way to get him first place!"
Mr. Xing's eyes were firm, showing a determination to win.
Mother Xing's eyes lit up, then she smiled and said, "You're right, we're definitely going to be these grandparents!"
The couple looked at each other, both revealing a determined fighting spirit, just like when they were soldiers wholeheartedly serving their country many years ago, only the battlefield had changed.
Xing Yuan arrived at the Su family's residence and found a long line of people waiting outside.
Many of them were unfamiliar faces.
Many of them came from other places after hearing the news.
They come in all shapes and sizes, tall and short, fat and thin.
Su Xueguang is distributing forms.
She smiled when she saw Xing Yuan: "Uncle Xing, you're here too! Come on, come on, I have the highest hopes for you."
Su Xueguang liked Xing Yuan very much because he always had a dignified image.
Su Xueguang couldn't help but think that if Xing Yuan came in first place, his sister would definitely not suffer any injustice.
"Thank you, Xueguang."
Xing Yuan smiled. He always felt a sense of warmth whenever he saw the Su family, and he was always relaxed when he was with them.
Although his parents pushed him to take this step, he was actually relieved.
His parents encouraged his courage.
Xing Yuan quickly filled in his cousin's name.
He is 1.86 meters tall and weighs 135 kilograms. He does not smoke, drink, or wear glasses.
The only downside is that he's a bit old; he's almost forty.
But he has trained for many years, so his physique and mental state have always been good. If he becomes a father, he will be a responsible father.
"Uncle Xing, keep it up!"
Su Tiantian arrived at some point, smiling brightly at Xing Yuan and giving him a thumbs-up.
Xing Yuan smiled and said, "Okay, I will try my best to win first place."
Su Tiantian needs a father. He wants to be her father, to cherish and protect her, and to let her grow up happily. He wants to be number one and rightfully become Su Tiantian's father.
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