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With Hu's mother accepting the money, it was clear that Liu Xiaobao and Hu Ruoling's marriage was a done deal.

"Old leader, please don't stand at the door, please come inside!"

At Mr. Hu's invitation, the old man led Liu Xiaobao into the Hu family home, while Su Jie and the others remained at the door.

Perhaps due to his high position, Mr. Hu did not ask Liu Xiaobao any questions, nor did he mention anything about national resource projects. He simply asked Liu Xiaobao a few questions about the development of Tianbao Group.

After that, Mr. and Mrs. Hu warmly hosted the elderly man and Liu Xiaobao for lunch.

Of course, Mr. and Mrs. Hu were more enthusiastic towards the elderly, and they still treated Liu Xiaobao with the respect due to elders.

However, Liu Xiaobao didn't care much about Mr. and Mrs. Hu's strict attitude. After all, the Hu family was a high-ranking official's family, so it was normal for them to have strict rules.

Liu Xiaobao was more concerned about Hu Ruoling's attitude.

From the moment Liu Xiaobao saw Hu Ruoling today until now, he has noticed that Hu Ruoling has been avoiding eye contact with him, which makes it impossible for Liu Xiaobao to even say a few words to her.

However, because Liu Xiaobao had been keeping an eye on Hu Ruoling, he noticed that Hu Ruoling would occasionally steal glances at him.

Moreover, when Hu Ruoling looked at him, there was no sign of dislike in her eyes, only shyness and joy. This discovery reassured Liu Xiaobao quite a bit.

However, since the two of them were about to get their marriage certificate, they still needed to have a proper talk about their relationship. But they had important business to attend to this afternoon, so Liu Xiaobao postponed the meeting until tonight.

After lunch at the Hu family's house, it was announced that Liu Xiaobao's marriage proposal had been successful. Liu Xiaobao first escorted the old man back to Xishan Villa, and then went to the Cameroonian Embassy.

Because the elderly person had someone make a prior call to 2.9, Liu Xiaobao completed the immigration procedures that afternoon and changed his nationality to that of Cameroon, a country that allows polygamy.

Then Liu Xiaobao went to the airport and picked up He Chaoqiong and Zhou Huimin, who had just arrived in Beijing, and took them back to the State Guesthouse.

After making arrangements for He Chaoqiong and Zhou Huimin, Liu Xiaobao called Hu Ruoling and invited her to Houhai.

The two walked side by side, strolling and chatting along Houhai Lake.

"Hu Xiao... Ling'er, first of all, I am honored to have won your favor and your willingness to marry me. But I want to make it clear that I am not marrying you for any other purpose, but because I genuinely like you. So I hope you will not reject our marriage in the future, okay?"

Hu Ruoling suddenly stopped in her tracks, turned to look directly at Liu Xiaobao, and instead of answering, asked, "Boss Bao, you like me? Then let me ask you, when did you start liking me?"

Chapter 177 Obtaining the Marriage Certificate, Marrying the Princess (Please Subscribe)

Liu Xiaobao was just saying it casually, just to appease Hu Ruoling's views on relationships.

He didn't want Hu Ruoling to think that he only married her to find a powerful backer.

After all, Liu Xiaobao was worried that Hu Ruoling wouldn't be able to accept a marriage without any emotional foundation.

However, even if it was just a casual remark, Liu Xiaobao wasn't entirely making things up.

Although he can't say he loves Hu Ruoling now, Liu Xiaobao is still attracted to her because of her beauty.

So even when Hu Ruoling suddenly asked him this question, Liu Xiaobao didn't panic at all.

He didn't avoid Hu Ruoling's gaze, but instead met her eyes with a sincere expression and answered earnestly.

"Actually, from the first time I saw you, I was attracted by your beauty. Then, in the days we spent together, I found you to be dignified, composed, gentle, and virtuous. You came from a noble family but were not arrogant at all. So my feelings for you grew even stronger. Perhaps it was back in Hong Kong that I had already fallen for you. However, I knew your status, and I already had Pansy and Xiaomin, so I could only bury my feelings for you in my heart and dared not confess them. If it weren't for my old boss 01 bringing this up during my trip to Beijing, I'm afraid I still wouldn't have developed the desire to pursue you."

Liu Xiaobao's words were a mix of truth and falsehood, but even he himself believed them, let alone Hu Ruoling.

Especially now that Liu Xiaobao is meeting Hu Ruoling's gaze without flinching, he seems even more sincere.

Therefore... Hu Ruoling, who had never been in a relationship, believed what Liu Xiaobao said.

Hu Ruoling's eyes lit up with joy, and she blushed as she said to Liu Xiaobao, "Actually, I had feelings for you back in Hong Kong, especially after that... thing I did for you. I always think about that scene!"

Hearing Hu Ruoling say that, Liu Xiaobao asked curiously, "How will you help me?"

Liu Xiaobao genuinely couldn't remember what Hu Ruoling had done for him, which was why he asked that question.

But to Hu Ruoling, it sounded like Liu Xiaobao was deliberately teasing her, so her face turned even redder, and as she lowered her head, Hu Ruoling gave a soft scolding.

"Ugh, are you doing this on purpose? Or have you forgotten the time I helped you out?"

After Hu Ruoling mentioned it, Liu Xiaobao finally remembered that there seemed to be such a thing. After recalling it, Liu Xiaobao's younger brother couldn't help but tremble.

Liu Xiaobao secretly regretted not seizing such a good opportunity; otherwise, he would have won over Hu Ruoling long ago.

However, Liu Xiaobao would not admit that he did not remember. He smiled slightly and replied, "How could I forget such a beautiful woman like Ling'er serving me? I will never forget it in this lifetime."

After saying that, Liu Xiaobao displayed his courage as a man and boldly took Hu Ruoling's hand.

Hu Ruoling's hand trembled slightly, but she did not struggle and easily let Liu Xiaobao hold her.

Seeing that Hu Ruoling did not reject his affectionate gestures, Liu Xiaobao was overjoyed. He then happily took Hu Ruoling's hand and continued walking along Houhai Lake.

The two did not speak again, but their hands, clasped together, conveyed a message that spoke volumes.

Although they only held hands and walked together, they did not exchange any words.

But for Hu Ruoling, this moment was incredibly romantic. She even fantasized about walking with Liu Xiaobao like this forever, until the end of their lives.

It wasn't until snow suddenly started falling from the sky and grew heavier that Liu Xiaobao stopped and spoke to Hu Ruoling.

"It's snowing, Ling'er, let's go back! By the way, Chaoqiong and Xiaomin have also come to the capital. Would you like to meet them?"

"Oh? They've arrived in the capital? Do they know about you and me?"

Hu Ruoling already knew about He Chaoqiong and Zhou Huimin's existence, so she didn't show any jealousy, only a little surprise and a bit flustered.

"I've already told them, Ling'er, don't worry, they won't reject you, and I'll treat you just as well as I treat them!"

Hearing Liu Xiaobao's comforting words, Hu Ruoling calmed down a bit: "Then I'll go see them now, but Mr. Bao... but Xiaobao, you have to come with me!"

Liu Xiaobao smiled and nodded: "Okay, I'll go with you to see them!"

Then Liu Xiaobao led Hu Ruoling back to the State Guesthouse, where they appeared together in front of He Chaoqiong and Zhou Huimin.

Just as Liu Xiaobao said, He Chaoqiong and Zhou Huimin did not reject Hu Ruoling. In fact, since they already knew each other, the three women chatted warmly together as soon as they met.

It wasn't until 11:30 p.m. that Liu Xiaobao finally took Hu Ruoling home.

After agreeing with Hu Ruoling to go to the Cameroonian embassy to get their marriage certificate the next day, Liu Xiaobao returned to He Chaoqiong's room.

He Chaoqiong jokingly teased Liu Xiaobao, "Congratulations, Mr. Bao, on acquiring another beautiful woman!"

Liu Xiaobao gave He Chaoqiong a hard slap on the bottom and said, "You naughty girl, daring to tease your husband! See how I punish you tonight!"

Shortly after Liu Xiaobao finished speaking, melodious music filled the room.

Fortunately, the rooms at the state guesthouse were of very good quality and soundproofed, so Su Jie, who was staying in the next room that night, was not affected by Liu Xiaobao.

The next morning at ten o'clock, after Hu Ruoling arrived to meet them, Liu Xiaobao discreetly led the three women to the Cameroonian Embassy again.

Because the old man had sent someone to give special instructions, Liu Xiaobao and his wife didn't even need to fill out any forms. They simply took a photo with each of the three of them, signed their names, and their marriage certificate was issued.

Although the marriage certificate they have is not issued by China, it is still legally valid.

Therefore, Pansy Ho, Vivian Chow, and Ruoling Hu were all extremely happy when they received their marriage certificates.

However, considering Hu Ruoling's identity, none of the four dared to cheer or make a fuss. They left the Cameroonian embassy in the same low-key manner as they had come.

Only after returning to the state guesthouse did the three women hug each other and cheer.

Of course, Liu Xiaobao was the happiest.

From this day forward, he not only won the princess's hand in marriage, but also legally possessed three wives, bringing him closer to his dream of having seven wives!

Although He Chaoqiong and Zhou Huimin were already Liu Xiaobao's legal wives, out of consideration for Hu Ruoling, Liu Xiaobao did not take them to visit the elders.

Otherwise, if others saw it, they might talk behind Hu Ruoling's back.

So at noon that day, the four of them had lunch together to celebrate, and in the evening, Liu Xiaobao took Hu Ruoling to pay their respects to the old man alone.

While it was said to be a thank-you visit, the main purpose was to inform the elderly man that he and Hu Ruoling had registered their marriage, thus reminding him that he could begin working on the national resource project he had proposed.

The old man could easily understand Liu Xiaobao's meaning. Without Liu Xiaobao even having to say anything, the old man made a promise to him, saying that he would convene the leadership team to discuss the matter in the next couple of days and would give Liu Xiaobao a reply before the New Year.

Liu Xiaobao naturally trusted the old man's promise without reservation.

"Thank you, Grandpa. Then I won't be going back to Pujiang for the time being. I'll wait for your good news in Beijing!"

Chapter 178 My Father-in-Law and Mother-in-Law Are Stunned (Please Subscribe)

Pansy Ho and Vivian Chow did not stay in Beijing for long. The morning after they received their marriage certificate, they returned to Hong Kong.

They said they had to rush back because they had things to do, but Hu Ruoling could tell that they wanted to leave Liu Xiaobao with her, the new bride.

Originally, because He Chaoqiong and Zhou Huimin were there, even though Hu Ruoling and Liu Xiaobao had registered their marriage, they had never consummated their marriage.

Now that Pansy Ho and Vivian Chow have left, Ruoling Hu can no longer avoid this ordeal.

On the very night that Pansy Ho and Vivian Chow returned to Hong Kong, Liu Xiaobao successfully took Hu Ruoling's virginity.

At this point, Liu Xiaobao finally felt reassured.

After all, a marriage certificate alone is not enough to prove that he has fully connected with the Hu family. Only when he breaks through that layer of relationship with Hu Ruoling can Liu Xiaobao be considered to have truly connected with the Hu family.

As Liu Xiaobao had anticipated, Hu's parents, knowing that he had two other wives, did not mention any wedding banquet to him. Therefore, Liu Xiaobao and Hu Ruoling's marriage was completed in a low-key manner.

Regardless, Liu Xiaobao is now officially Hu's son-in-law.

However, given Hu's father's sensitive status, neither Liu Xiaobao nor the Hu family would deliberately publicize it when Liu Xiaobao didn't need to use it.

The day after winning over Hu Ruoling, Liu Xiaobao didn't stay idle at the hotel. He went to Hu's family again to pay his respects to Hu's parents and formally changed his way of addressing them.

While chatting casually, Hu's mother said to Liu Xiaobao, "Xiaobao, now that you and Ling'er are married, why don't you stop staying at the state guesthouse and come live at home instead!"