It's hard to quit, but it's the perfect marriage!

The body measurement is complete.

Zhu Xi and Zhou's mother were having tea and discussing the design of the phoenix crown.

Zhou Yinghuai sat behind her, his chin resting affectionately on her shoulder.

"Xixi, a wedding only happens once in a lifetime, so we can't be careless." Zhou's mother's tone was even more sincere than a biological mother's. "You said before that you wouldn't choose the expensive one, but only the right one."

"I think choosing the more expensive one is definitely the right thing to do."

Zhu Xi swiped the tablet and looked at six different apps in a row.

All six designs are exquisite, but each carries a different meaning.

Zhu Xi looked at them twice and felt that they were all designed by the same person.

Moreover, this designer understands her preferences very well and can accurately grasp her style and choices.

Zhu Xi couldn't choose.

She preferred the "Colorful Phoenix Enamel - All Eyes on Her" set.

It gives Zhu Xi a bright and flamboyant look, with the strongest visual appeal.

She was first dazzled by the enamel, then noticed the ruby ​​held in the phoenix's beak, its light almost blinding.

Zhu Xi recognized the ruby.

To confirm, she took a closer look.

This ruby ​​has the same pattern as the one that's in the dressing room of Huanxisha.

And next to the gemstone was a tiny pearl.

It's eye-catching, striking, and impossible to ignore.

Zhu Xi suddenly felt a lump in her throat.

While others focused on the magnificence of the phoenix crown, she seemed to see the care and attention Zhou Yinghuai had put into it.

Zhou Yinghuai followed her hand and slid down to the sixth item, "Use this on the wedding day. Colorful Phoenix Enamel - the center of attention."

On the wedding day?

The others...

Zhou Lingyi asked in surprise, "Brother, you don't mean you're planning to make all of these, do you?"

Zhu Xi turned around in surprise.

Unexpectedly, Zhou Yinghuai actually understood her thoughts.

She was certain that she spent the same amount of time on each of the six phoenix crowns, and did not show much interest or fondness for the sixth one.

Zhou Yinghuai tightened his grip on her hand. "Just listen to me, okay?"

Zhu Xi paused, then said, "Don't waste it."

These things are only useful for weddings; otherwise, they're just decorations at home.

"That's not a waste at all." Zhou Yinghuai straightened up and said seriously, "I'll listen to you on everything else, but this time, I'll listen to you. Getting a wife is going to cost money."

He picked up the tablet and swiped it.

He said calmly and confidently, "The first one is the Nine Dragons and Four Phoenixes Ruby Crown, which is solemn, luxurious, and has a strong sense of ceremony."

The second design features kingfisher feather inlay and jade ornaments in pairs, exuding elegance and gentleness, with kingfisher feathers as beautiful as jade.

The first item is a red bean lotus crown made of filigree in pure gold. The goldwork is intricate, exquisite, and delicate, with each gold thread representing a blessing and support.

The fourth style, Purple Gold and Sapphire Starry Sea Hairpin, is cold and precious; rare items should be reserved for moments of glory.

The fifth style, Pearl Moon Veil and Bronze Mirror Reflecting Affection, evokes a gentle moonlight feel. The pearl veil crown is not expensive, but it is the most romantic.

The sixth one, amidst a sea of ​​red, I see only you. Standing there, you gently stir my heart.

Zhou Yinghuai looked down at her and said, "Wife, I understand you best."

Zhu Xi's eyes welled up with tears, and she couldn't help but laugh out loud while being moved.

She had never doubted Zhou Yinghuai's talent and good looks, but she was skeptical of his current financial situation. "You still have money to do all this? Didn't you give me all your money?"

Zhou's mother asked her talented son, "Son?"

Zhou Yinghuai expressed his helplessness regarding his wife's incredible resilience, saying, "Mom, your son is now completely dependent on my wife to make a living. All the movable and immovable property under my name has been given to Zhu Xi."

Zhu Xi smiled sheepishly, "Without my knowledge."

"That's only right," Zhou's mother said. "A man should have this kind of responsibility. By keeping all the money in his own hands, he can at least walk away unscathed if problems arise in the marriage."

Zhu Xi's inner monologue: My wise mother-in-law.

Zhou Yinghuai's inner monologue: A mother who favors outsiders.

Zhou Lingyi added insult to injury, "Brother, you're broke, yet you're still spending so lavishly? Are you hiding some money?"

Zhu Xi also looked at him, her starry eyes cunning, waiting for his answer.

Zhou Yinghuai remained unfazed. "It's alright, someone will reimburse the expenses."

Zhu Xi asked curiously, "Who?"

Zhou Lingyi chimed in, "I'm also curious about who it is!"

Zhou Yinghuai made the decision, settling on the six sets of phoenix crowns, and refused to waste any more time here. "We'll find out when the time comes."

After saying that, he took Zhu Xi's hand and said, "Mom, we have other plans, so we'll be going now."

Master Gu returned from outside and heard the perfect description of the six sets of phoenix crowns.

"What about the wedding dress?"

Zhou Yinghuai smiled pleadingly, "Thank you so much, sir. Please find a few more blessed embroiderers. I would be extremely grateful."

Six sets of phoenix crowns, paired with six sets of auspicious robes.

Master Gu, with a mixture of helplessness and indulgence, ordered, "Draw the draft!"

Zhou Yinghuai pulled Zhu Xi outside, saying, "Let's find Chen Nan!"

Zhu Xi was led towards the door, shouting, "Zhou Yinghuai!"

"Let's talk after we get in the car."

Master Bai handed the car keys to Zhou Yinghuai, nodded politely to the two of them, and turned to leave.

Zhu Xi was pressed into the passenger seat by Zhou Yinghuai, who reached into the car to fasten her seatbelt.

He kissed her hard on the face, which was filled with anger and confusion, and said with a smile, "Come with me somewhere, okay?"

Zhu Xi grabbed his arm, "Wedding dress and phoenix crown, we..."

Zhou Yinghuai silenced her ineffective protests and attempts to negotiate with a kiss, deeply sucking on her lips.

He bit her lower lip, a slight punishment, then hooked her soft tongue around, offering silent comfort.

When Zhu Xi's eyes were completely filled with tears, and when the oxygen in her lungs became thin.

When she finally stopped saying those disobedient things to him, when he swept away the last sweet scent from her mouth.

Zhou Yinghuai cupped her face in his hands, their foreheads touching, their noses lightly brushing.

"Zhu Xi, I love you so much."

Zhu Xi was like a lamb being coerced by him, troubled by his presence, unable to break free. "I know, I love you too."

Zhou Yinghuai half-squatted and half-knelt, his eyes filled with piety and fervor.

"You don't know," he said.

You have no idea how much I love you.

Zhu Xi was so startled by his words that her heart trembled and her knuckles curled up.

She felt like a trapped beast, trapped in the love cage Zhou Yinghuai had built for her, watching his sincere devotion every day, completely losing herself in the process.

"I," she belatedly realized, unable to speak.

Zhou Yinghuai quickly walked around to the driver's side, grabbed her hand and placed it against his heart, "Five minutes, I'll take you somewhere."

"it is good."

Zhou Yinghuai kissed the back of her hand, again and again, "Aren't you going to ask me where?"

Zhu Xi shook her head, her body unconsciously leaning towards him.

no need.

She doesn't know when it started, but whenever he said he was going out, she would follow him without asking any questions.

I'd go through fire and water, as long as he's there.

The car left the alleyway paved with bluestone slabs and soon arrived at the place Zhou Yinghuai had mentioned.

The two did not get out of the car in a hurry.

Zhou Yinghuai adjusted the seat back and easily lifted the person onto his lap.

Zhu Xi could feel a large hand behind her, between the steering wheel and her body.

Beneath her soft body lay his burning heat.

"Wishing you happiness."

"Yes, I'm here."

I want to tell you how much I love you.