Chapter 80 I Love You (End of Main Text)
Song Zheng rolled his eyes at him. "If Wanwan hadn't begged us to come and support you, do you think we would have come willingly?"
"Since you're so unwilling, then hurry up and leave. No one's going to stop you." Gu Jinyuan didn't give them a friendly look and kicked them out on the spot.
Song Zheng got up and was about to leave when Zhou Wanrou quickly grabbed him and said apologetically to Gu Jinyuan.
“Little Gu, your father and I didn’t know you were living like that under her. We always felt that since she gave birth to you, she would be responsible for you.”
We know all the suffering you've endured over the years. While we are shocked and saddened, we don't expect you to forgive us.
But for such a major life event as a wedding, you need family to support you; otherwise, what will others think of Su Ruan?
Gu Jinyuan's expression softened considerably when Su Ruan was mentioned.
Song Feiwan stepped forward at the opportune moment to crack a joke, and she called out to Gu Jinyuan crisply, "Big Brother."
Gu Jinyuan's expression gradually softened. Song Feiwan's eyes darted around before she spoke again.
“Although you are my older brother, Su Ruan is my best friend. If you two have a conflict in the future, I will still side with my darling. Don’t expect me to stand up for you.”
Gu Jinyuan laughed in anger upon hearing this, "As expected, girls are outgoing. I don't need you to stand up for me, and I won't give you the chance to stand up for your sister-in-law in the future."
Su Ruan and Song Feiwan exchanged a smile, hugged each other happily, and chattered as they went to the bedroom to change their clothes.
Gu Jinyuan sat on the sofa with his long legs stretched out, leaning back listlessly as he listened to the two families continue discussing the wedding arrangements. Li Yuyang walked over and sat down next to him.
"I never imagined that after all these twists and turns, you would become my brother-in-law, and even my brother-in-law's older brother. This relationship is truly complicated!"
"I accept the title of brother-in-law, but the title of brother-in-law needs further investigation."
Gu Jinyuan spoke slowly and deliberately, and Li Yuyang froze, looking at Gu Jinyuan in disbelief.
"Seriously? I didn't even stop you from marrying my sister, and you're blocking my path to winning her heart? Bro, that's really unfair of you."
"Hmph!" Gu Jinyuan straightened up, putting on the airs of an older brother.
"Su Ruan and I are mutually in love, a perfect match. What about you? Has my little bowl agreed to marry you?"
The mere mention of this made Li Yuyang feel uneasy and helpless.
He had been pursuing this man for over half a year. No matter how affectionate they were one second ago, even if they were inseparable in bed, as soon as Li Yuyang mentioned marriage, Song Feiwan would give up.
He has had a smooth life from childhood to adulthood, and nothing has been difficult for him, whether in his studies or career.
The road to love is fraught with difficulties, and he's been so worried lately that several strands of his hair have turned white.
He gritted his teeth and glared at the smug Gu Jinyuan, "You wait, I'll make Feifei agree willingly."
"Then wait until she agrees, then it's not too late for you to call me brother-in-law."
With a soft thud, Li Yuyang's already wounded heart was stabbed once again.
Song Feiwan watched as Su Ruan, like a butterfly flitting about, tried on all the clothes in the closet in the bedroom.
He would change into one outfit and then turn around in front of her, then change into another outfit and turn around in front of her again.
Su Ruan's good mood also put Song Feiwan in a good mood. Every time Su Ruan asked for her opinion, she would say it looked good.
Yes, a woman immersed in love will have a radiant face even in a hospital gown, her fair skin and beauty making others jealous.
But she knew in her heart that her older brother was a deep and cunning man.
Just like this time when he jumped off the cliff and pretended to be dead, Gu Jinyuan did have the intention of finding out the mole, but wasn't he also setting up a self-inflicted injury to make Su Ruan feel sorry for him and fall for the trap?
Forget the bad things from the past, and feel both pity and love for Gu Jinyuan.
Willingly plunge headlong into the grave of marriage.
She admired her elder brother, who, despite being a foreigner, had mastered the art of Chinese military strategy to an exceptional degree.
However, she wouldn't tell Su Ruan these things.
No matter what schemes Gu Jinyuan uses, it's all for the sake of winning Su Ruan's affections. If he continues to care this much, she'd be happy to watch him scheme his way to Su Ruan's heart for the rest of his life.
As long as he is sincere, he doesn't care about the means he uses.
But the thought of her arranged marriage partner made her unable to smile.
Li Yuyang is a good person, he's really good to her, but there's someone else in her heart that no one knows.
Even Su Ruan didn't know her secret.
She had liked that person since she was very young, but unfortunately, she had no idea who he was.
If she were to marry Li Yuyang just like that, she would still feel a little unwilling in her heart.
Su Ruan finally changed her clothes, and the two went outside and sat on the sofa.
Both sets of parents would occasionally ask Su Ruan and Gu Jinyuan for their opinions. Su Ruan would participate with great interest, but Gu Jinyuan would hold Su Ruan's waist and focus all his attention on her.
He agreed to everything those people discussed, his heart and mind completely devoted to Su Ruan.
Both sets of parents, though aware of the situation, kept quiet and chatted happily with Su Ruan.
Song Feiwan, having nothing better to do, also stayed by Su Ruan's side, offering advice and suggestions.
Li Yuyang felt a pang of sadness, thinking of how Song Feiwan had defended Su Ruan earlier.
He spoke softly, "Feifei, I'll be able to die in peace when you treat me with even a tenth of the kindness you show to your best friend."
Hearing his complaint, Song Feiwan looked up at him and said arrogantly.
"Please get your place right. I've known Ruanbao for so many years, but how long have I known you? You think you can replace Ruanbao? You're dreaming."
Li Yuyang sighed softly as he watched Song Feiwan's retreating figure, muttering to himself, "Who said I haven't known you for long? It's been twenty-two years already."
His muttering was too soft for Song Feiwan to hear, but Gu Jinyuan did.
He glanced back at Li Yuyang, a hint of sympathy in his eyes.
"Brother, sometimes working hard in silence is a flaw. If you don't speak up, no one will care. Why don't you give me some tuition fees and I'll teach you?"
Li Yuyang rolled his eyes at him. "What are you trying to learn? Acting cute and pitiful? I don't have your thick skin."
"Then you'll live a lonely life!" Gu Jinyuan sneered.
Li Yuyang felt a tightness in his chest from choking, so he walked to the balcony, took out a cigarette and held it in his hand, but didn't light it for a long time.
His mind was in turmoil. It would be a lie to say he wasn't affected. Had he really used the wrong approach to pursue her?
Should we try a different approach?
Looking back at the flamboyant and unrestrained Song Feiwan, a thought slowly took shape in his mind.
These people got so engrossed in their conversation that they talked non-stop until midnight.
Gu Jinyuan rudely sent them away, and the two families returned home in high spirits, agreeing to continue their discussions at the Li family the next day.
Li Yuyang drove Song Feiwan to school.
Gu Jinyuan turned around, hugged the bright-eyed Su Ruan, and kissed her forehead.
"Are you that happy?"
Su Ruan hooked her arm around his neck and nodded, making no attempt to hide her feelings, "Happy."
Gu Jinyuan's heart softened like spring water, and his lips moved down, entwining with Su Ruan's.
"Then let's do something more fun."
"Can't you be serious for even a second?"
"Who said that? I was pretending to be a virtuous gentleman for most of the night."
"You're such a scoundrel."
"Yes, I'm only a scoundrel to you... Wife... I love you..."
"I love you too."
"Forever and ever."
"No, for three lifetimes, forever and ever..."
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