After Breaking the Persona, I Reach the Peak of My Life

Chapter 1312: Chapter 1308: I Want to Propose—Don’t You Dare Get the Marriage License Without Me!

"First, let’s not even mention that our Xiaxia is a girl, just assume she really is a boy. You’ve bullied our child, and as a mother, I’m very upset about it. A Zhan likes Xiaxia, and Xiaxia likes A Zhan. Just based on this, I believe we, as parents, shouldn’t be the ones destroying our children’s happiness."

"If your concern is that A Zhan might take the wrong path or something like that, our responsibility as parents is to point out every drawback before they decide to move forward, not find someone else to make things difficult for him. At the very least, I haven’t treated your A Zhan in such a manner."

"Therefore, if you’re here to apologize, I believe the one you should be apologizing to is our child, not me."

Seeing Xia Shi suddenly change face, which was comparable to the protective behavior of Old Man Qin from his own family, Qin Zhongyang found himself speechless, not knowing how to begin.

After a while, he chuckled helplessly, "You’ve misunderstood me. I’m merely discussing this matter with you because if we’re to become one family in the future, such a matter can’t be hidden from you. As for an apology, I will definitely offer one. Although I, Qin Zhongyang, might not be the best father, I am a competent soldier, and I feel guilt over such bullying affairs."

"Hahaha," Mr. Qin laughed aloud, "Ashi, rest assured, this stinky kid faces grim expressions from his own son every day and can’t even enter the old residence now. Do you really think he’d dare come if A Zhan wasn’t absent? Moreover, I guarantee that Little Nine will be my granddaughter-in-law, and anyone who dares bully her is standing against me, Old Qin. I won’t let her suffer any grievances."

"Heh," came a cold sneer, as Elder Ji and Xia Jingshen appeared behind Old Qin, visibly displeased, each more hostile than the other. Xia Jingshen sneered coldly, "Old Qin, you just came and already want to steal our Little Nine? Our Little Nine is under my protection. Stay out of this."

"Exactly, I’m telling you now, Old Qin, that Little Nine will be my granddaughter. If you dare to bully my granddaughter, do you think I will let you get away with it completely?"

"Hey!" Xia Jingshen glared, "Who said our Little Nine will be your granddaughter? I haven’t even agreed to marry my daughter to your son yet!"

"Tsk, isn’t this a matter of time? Besides, with Ashi marrying into the family, Little Nine will receive more affection in the future; isn’t that good?"

"What are you arguing about," Elder Qin said helplessly, "Relax, even if your daughter doesn’t marry my son, Little Nine will still be the hostess of the Qin family, the most cherished granddaughter-in-law."

"Scram!"

"Who said she’s your granddaughter-in-law? Have some shame!"

Seeing Old Qin, Elder Ji, and Xia Jingshen in a heated argument, Xia Shi and two others blinked, exchanging glances. Ji Han wisely cast an insidious smile at Qin Zhongyang before pulling Xia Shi and Bi Xiaoyuan away from the skirmish. Left stranded, Qin Zhongyang wore an expression of helpless frustration. Damn you, Ji Han! You’ve been a subtle menace for years!

Elder Zheng, who had just arrived, witnessed the trio embroiled in chaos, his mouth twitching as he wisely slipped away to enjoy a quiet moment with a cup of tea, his mouth twitching again while watching a savior fleeing.

"By the way," Elder Ji suddenly asked, "Why hasn’t that couple from the Feng family arrived yet?"

"They’re taking their time to make a grand entrance at the perfect moment for that ’sparkling effect.’"

A couple entered the hall arm-in-arm, smiling at Elder Ji and others, slightly bowing, "Uncle Ji, Uncle Xia, Uncle Qin, sorry to keep you waiting."

Old Qin huffed a laugh, his eyes full of humor, "Your son has found a wife, yet you, as the father, remain so lively. Aren’t you worried about your wife being displeased?"

Mrs. Feng sighed softly, "I’ve come to terms with it; we’re used to it by now and can’t change it at our age. I’ve accepted it."

Mr. Feng: ...

Mr. Feng spoke helplessly, "Even if you wanted to renege, it’s too late now; you’ve already had a son with me, and your son has found a wife. Didn’t you hear him say that once he returns, they’ll get the certificate."

"Don’t tell me that," Mrs. Feng shot Mr. Feng a look, "Every time you mention it, I feel for Xiao Wu! Who proposes like that? No ring, no flowers, just a proposal on the phone—where’s the sincerity? I ask you, are all Feng men like this? Weren’t you known for having a romantic streak? How come it didn’t get passed on to your son? Yet when it comes to major matters, the male chauvinism gets passed down a hundred percent."

"Why would you just decide to get the certificate when I still expect a proposal? You dare not give one!"