Regretful Beijing Marriage

Before the fireworks had even finished lighting up the sky, a cacophony of noise rose and fell all around.

The atmosphere was so intense it almost lifted the entire restaurant off its feet.

Jiang Yining pursed her lips slightly, and before she could respond, Zhou Xubai had already raised his hand and handed the velvet gift box to her.

"The hotel's apology should be given to you."

He spoke frankly, then added a sentence.

"It's also a return gift from a friend."

This deliberate definition, when heard by the onlookers, only provoked even more ambiguous laughter.

"What kind of friend is this? That look in their eyes is anything but ordinary!"

"He's clearly a lover, he's spoiling me way too much!"

"They're a perfect match, a match made in heaven! You should accept them!"

A series of playful jeers brought the atmosphere to its peak.

Jiang Yining slightly twitched her fingers, but did not accept it.

The scene was grand and the focus of everyone's attention.

These rings are undoubtedly a pair of engagement rings.

Although she has divorced Fu Huaiyan, she has no intention of starting a new relationship.

Or perhaps, it won't be now.

At least, we should wait until she has completely resolved those troubles before thinking about these things.

She couldn't accept it no matter what.

She didn't want to give Zhou Xubai the wrong impression; some things were better left unsaid.

Jiang Yining was pondering how to politely decline when Zhou Xubai seemed to have seen right through her thoughts.

He was the first to turn around and speak gently to the crowd who were making a fuss, taking the initiative to regain his composure.

"Don't joke around, everyone. It's really just a return gift between friends."

After he finished speaking, he looked at her again, his eyes sincere and open, without any coercion.

"Ningning, it's rare for you to treat us. This ring is the hotel's apology, and I'm just passing on the favor. It's perfectly reasonable for you to accept it, isn't it?"

The hotel manager was very perceptive and immediately understood his intention.

I know Mr. Zhou was giving the other party a way out.

But I don't want to really give up.

Wedding rings are such personal items that Miss Jiang would definitely not accept them if she bought them herself as a gift.

The only excuse I could give was to use the hotel as a pretext.

Ms. Jiang accepted the gift; it could be considered a gift from Mr. Zhou.

This thoughtfulness is truly considerate.

The manager immediately smoothed things over.

"Yes, Miss Jiang, this is a small apology from the hotel. We would really feel bad if you didn't accept it."

Now that things have come to this point, it's perfectly reasonable and logical; to refuse further would seem pretentious.

Jiang Yining took the gift box, looked up at Zhou Xubai, and spoke sincerely.

"Thank you."

Seeing that she accepted it, Zhou Xubai's smile deepened.

"Let's eat."

He brought up the ambiguous topic at the opportune moment.

It doesn't overstep the bounds; the sense of proportion is just right.

Zhou Xubai then gave instructions to the manager.

"Distribute the roses on the table to the others."

Jiang Yining paused.

This looks just like they're distributing wedding candy.

Immediately afterwards, Zhou Xubai offered a thoughtful explanation.

"We don't need these, let's not waste them."

It's perfectly reasonable and there's nothing wrong with it.

The hall erupted in cheers, and some even laughed and congratulated them on achieving their wish.

Zhou Xubai accepted all the blessings with equanimity.

Neither explaining nor denying.

At the back of the crowd, Ye Tang looked at the roses on the table, her face covered with a chilling coldness.

She's been here from the beginning.

She knew better than anyone how much Zhou Xubai hated the smell of perilla.

But now, he's making do.

It's all for this woman who has a child!

Ye Tang's eyes churned with resentment.

The next moment, she threw the rose to the ground.

She lifted her foot and crushed the soft petals, then turned and left.

-

VIP ward in the hospital.

Fu Huaiyan was handling official business while leaning against the hospital bed, his face pale.

The wound on my back had just been dressed, and there was still a faint trace of blood on the gauze.

Xie Xingzhou and Lu Yunshen stood by the bedside, their faces grim.

Xie Xingzhou, "Are you feeling better?"

Fu Huaiyan didn't even look up. "I won't die."

Xie Xingzhou was so angry that he sat down on the sofa, puffing up his cheeks.

Seeing this, Lu Yunshen tried to smooth things over.

"Fortunately, you arrived in time and are in good physical condition."

"Otherwise, with both new and old injuries combined, it might take months to heal."

Fu Huaiyan remained silent.

In the silence, Xie Xingzhou grew angrier and angrier, and finally, unable to contain his anger, he snatched the phone away.

"The company won't collapse without you, but don't you want your health?"

"Fu Huaiyan, what are you really thinking?"

Fu Huaiyan raised his eyes, still showing no emotion.

"I know my body well. I'm fine here. You guys go back first."

This sight completely enraged Xie Xingzhou.

He laughed in exasperation.

"Fu Huaiyan, I've discovered you're an ingrate too! Your kindness goes unappreciated!"

"Lu Yun Shen and I came all this way specifically to watch over you; are we being superfluous?"

The more Xie Xingzhou talked, the angrier he became.

"Fu Huaiyan, are you crazy?"

"You risked your life to save Jiang Yining during the fire, and what happened? We just went to see her and asked her to come check on you. Guess what she said?"

"She'd love for you to die in the fire!"

Lu Yun Shen nodded in agreement, also somewhat disdainful.

Even setting aside all past grievances, you saved her twice.

"Not only is she ungrateful, but she even uttered curses. She truly wishes you were dead."

Fu Huaiyan's dark eyes flickered slightly, suppressing the surging emotions within them, and he spoke softly.

"Is there anything else?"

"We only came to see you because we felt sorry for you being all alone!"

Xie Xingzhou sighed helplessly, his words lacking any restraint.

"The few days you were bedridden caused quite a stir, and Old Madam Fu was furious. She has given a strict order that you are absolutely forbidden from having any further involvement with Miaoyin..."

Before he could finish speaking, Lu Yunshen felt a sudden tightness in his chest and quickly nudged him.

He gestured to him with his eyes to shut up.

Xie Xingzhou snapped back to reality, cut off his words, and sullenly muted his microphone.

"Fine, I won't say."

He looked down, casually scrolling through his phone.

A moment later, Xie Xingzhou's eyes widened, he suddenly stood up, and his voice changed.

"She's gone mad! Jiang Yining has completely lost her mind!"

"What's wrong now?"

Lu Yunshen was startled by him.

"See for yourself!"

Enraged, Xie Xingzhou threw his phone in front of Lu Yunshen.

It was a post on WeChat Moments from one of his business partners.

In the video, the hotel is brightly lit, and snowflakes are flying everywhere.

In the center of the image, Zhou Xubai holds a velvet ring box, his gaze tender and lingering as he looks at Jiang Yining in front of him.

She accepted the gift without hesitation.

The accompanying text was even more straightforward.

I was fortunate enough to witness the proposal and share in the joy. I wish the couple a happy marriage and happiness every year.

After watching the entire video, Lu Yunshen's expression turned cold and unpleasant.

He hadn't expected that Jiang Yining would actually dare to do anything.

"Huaiyan, Jiang Yining has accepted Zhou Xubai's marriage proposal. Are you really not planning to do anything about it?"

"Don't forget that you two are husband and wife, especially since this public opinion storm surrounding the Shen family was clearly orchestrated by Zhou Xubai."

"The old lady is already extremely unhappy about your relationship with Miaoyin. What will you say if this gets back to her?"

Fu Huaiyan lowered his eyes, his dark eyes churning with emotions.

After a few seconds of silence, he parted his thin lips slightly, his voice chillingly cold.

"She and I have been divorced for a long time."

What she does is none of my business.

Xie Xingzhou choked.

"But your divorce was never made public! Outsiders had no idea!"

"Are you suggesting that you proactively announce your divorce now, to let them be together?"

"If that's the case, you won't be able to explain it to the old lady, and she won't allow you and Miaoyin to be together."

Xie Xingzhou really didn't know what his brother was thinking.

"You bore all the pressure from public opinion and were forced to sever ties with Miaoyin."

"As a result, Jiang Yining acted recklessly and accepted someone else's marriage proposal right away. Can you really tolerate that?!"