Arranged marriage, love blossoms; a fiercely devoted soldier dotes on her alone.

"squeak!"

The bathroom door opened, and Qin Huanhuan walked out wearing a pale yellow haute couture dress. The color of the dress complemented her skin tone perfectly, making her skin appear even whiter and smoother. The long dress exuded romance and confidence, naturally revealing her elegant temperament…

Qin Huanhuan stood there gracefully, smiled sweetly at Xiao Zhan, and said, "Honey, do I look good in this dress?"

Xiao Zhan's eyes lit up and he said, "It looks amazing, and it fits perfectly. That purple dress is nice too, have you tried it on?"

Qin Huanhuan blushed and said shyly, "The purple dress is too revealing at the chest. Besides, it's just for taking wedding photos, not for attending a banquet. Why wear a dress? It's inconvenient to walk in a dress. A dress is much more comfortable."

Xiao Zhan chuckled, "Did you wear the other outfit?"

Qin Huanhuan: "When did you order this for me? I didn't know. It's just getting a marriage certificate, is it really necessary to make such a big deal out of it? You even prepared three outfits for me. Even if you give me more, I'll only wear one. Isn't that a waste?"

Xiao Zhan: "Before I left, I asked Bai Zerui to have it custom-made. I chose the size, style, and color myself, just to give you a surprise."

Qin Huanhuan: "This is such a wonderful surprise, thank you, honey."

Hua Ying teased with a smile, "Huanhuan, you're being a bit too Versailles. Young Master Xiao is so thoughtful to prepare three haute couture outfits for you. It's truly enviable."

Hua Ying glanced at Shen Jun as she spoke.

Last night, Shen Jun took her home. The two chatted for a long time on the way, and then for a long time downstairs at the company dormitory. They finally parted ways late at night, reluctant to say goodbye.

Although they haven't explicitly confessed their feelings, they both know that there's something going on between them; it's just a matter of time and the right moment...

At this moment, Zhang Aiai called out, "Sister, you and brother-in-law are going to get your marriage certificate today, can I come along?"

"I want to witness your happy moment."

Xiao Zhan: "Of course, no problem. I'll talk to the head nurse in a bit."

Zhang Aiai: "My brother-in-law is still the best to me."

Qin Huanhuan deliberately glared at her, trying to scare her, "If you say that again, you're not going. Does that mean I'm not good to you?"

Zhang Aiai quickly said, "My older sister is the most beautiful, the gentlest, and the one who likes me the most. No, the person my older sister likes the most right now is my brother-in-law, mmm..."

Zhang Aiai pretended to cry at the end of her speech...

"Hahaha…."

Everyone burst into laughter.

They all seem to be drama queens.

Xiao Zhan checked the time and said, "It's about time to set off. Bai Zerui and Kong Zhixiang, along with a group of brothers, are already waiting for us at the Civil Affairs Bureau."

Qin Huanhuan exclaimed in surprise, "Why did you notify them? Don't they have anything better to do? Why make such a fuss when we're just getting our marriage certificate?"

Xiao Zhan laughed and said, "Last time at the entrance of Fengzeyuan, they called you sister-in-law. We agreed then that they wanted to witness our happy moment. Besides, the video from last time turned out pretty well, hehe, this one should be even better and more professional."

Xiao Zhan blinked as he spoke…

Qin Huanhuan finally understood. It turned out that Xiao Zhan was playing psychological warfare again, expressing his love for her by acting first and informing her later, and also implying to the Xiao family that he was in charge of his own affairs...

After half an hour.

At the entrance of the Civil Affairs Bureau,

Seeing the three Mercedes-Maybachs speeding towards them, Bai Zerui and the others quickly stepped forward and shouted in unison, "Congratulations, Brother Zhan and Sister-in-law, on getting your marriage certificate! Congratulations!"

Xiao Zhan put his arm around Qin Huanhuan as they got out of the car, with Shen Jun and Hua Ying following closely behind, like a best man and a bridesmaid.

Xiao Zhan asked, "Zhixiang, is everything arranged?"

Kong Zhixiang pointed to the group of people filming a video nearby and said, "These people are all professional videographers; their production level is absolutely top-notch in China."

Bai Zerui said, "Brother Zhan, I've arranged for the staff to help you and your wife with the paperwork at 10:00 sharp. You have ten minutes left, so you can go in and take your wedding photos first."

Xiao Zhan nodded and said, "Zerui did a good job, but don't let it affect other people getting their marriage certificates. On such a joyous day, everyone wants to be in a good mood."

Bai Zerui: "Brother Zhan, you can rest assured that I can handle things."

Xiao Zhan nodded, then took Qin Huanhuan's hand and said, "Let's go inside."

Qin Huanhuan, still a little nervous, said, "Okay!"

After half an hour,

Xiao Zhan and Qin Huanhuan each held a red marriage certificate in their hands, smiling happily in front of the camera.

Under the watchful eyes of everyone.

Xiao Zhan put the jade pendant that was previously called "Love" around Qin Huanhuan's neck.

Qin Huanhuan joked, "This time, there's no tracking or positioning device inside the pendant, right?"

Xiao Zhan joked, "Of course I do, and I'll be tracking you 24/7 without any blind spots. You're my wife, and I want to ensure your safety, but it's all in my heart."

Hua Ying was so moved that she shed tears and said, "Huanhuan got married. She found the right person. Huanhuan, you are so lucky."

Zhang Aiai blinked and said, "Brother-in-law, don't men and women exchange engagement rings in movies? Why are you putting a pendant necklace on my sister? Why is it different from what she's wearing?"

Xiao Zhan smiled and said, "The ring will be reserved for the wedding day; today is for registering the marriage."

"Beep beep beep".

Suddenly, Xiao Zhan's phone rang.

Seeing the caller ID, Xiao Zhan raised an eyebrow and said, "You called so soon."

Qin Huanhuan asked softly, "Your family?"

Xiao Zhan nodded and then answered the phone, saying calmly, "Grandpa, is there something you need?"

On the other end of the phone, Xiao Huai'an said, "After you get the marriage certificate, go home and I'll invite your parents back for lunch."

Xiao Zhan: "Okay!"

Xiao Zhan hung up the phone and said to Qin Huanhuan, "The old man must have seen our live stream."

Kong Zhixiang walked over and said, "Brother Zhan, there are hundreds of thousands of people in the live stream right now."

Qin Huanhuan was startled and said, "So many people like to watch the excitement, what's wrong with people these days?"

Xiao Zhan said to Kong Zhixiang, "The time is almost up, just achieve your goal."

Kong Zhixiang nodded.

After half an hour,

Xishan, Xiao Family Compound.

Xiao Zhan took Qin Huanhuan's hand and walked into the living room.

All the servants I saw along the way came up to congratulate the young master and young mistress on their marriage!

Xiao Huai'an was looking at documents, and Uncle Yu was standing beside him.

Seeing Xiao Zhan and Qin Huanhuan enter, Uncle Yu stepped forward and said to Qin Huanhuan, "Young Madam, please come with me. The young master and the old master have something to discuss."

Qin Huanhuan looked at Xiao Zhan.

Xiao Zhan laughed and said, "Go ahead, it's alright, Uncle Yu. You show Huanhuan around the Xiao family compound, and then go to my room."

Uncle Yu: "Yes, young master."

Xiao Zhan walked over, and Xiao Huai'an looked up and pointed to the sofa opposite him, saying, "Xiao Zhan, sit down first."

"Take a look at this document."

Xiao Zhan sat down, picked up the documents, quickly glanced through them, and said, "Capital is the most honest, but also the most ruthless."

"When faced with profit, there are no bottom lines or principles!"

Xiao Huai'an nodded and said, "Don't be fooled by our current good relations with Southeast Asia, where some even claim to be allies. When faced with huge profits, capital will vote with its feet without hesitation. Values ​​and alliances take a backseat when it comes to real money."

"In short, everyone will flock to whoever can help them make money; that's the simplest of principles."

"Having no sword in our hands is one thing, having a sword but not using it is another. Whether it's doing business or diplomacy, ultimately it comes down to comprehensive national strength. The reason we can sit here today, setting new rules of the game, silencing the West and Southeast Asia, is not because we shout loudly, but because we have a strong fist. That 'Dongfeng' missile, that 'aircraft carrier group,' is our greatest source of confidence."

"The major trends in the world have truly changed."

"Three hundred years ago, during the Western Industrial Revolution, the center of trade shifted westward, and we missed the opportunity by closing ourselves off from the world."

"Now, the tables have turned."

"The world's largest consumer market is here."

"The world's largest manufacturing center is here."

"The world's most efficient port cluster is also located here."

"so…."

Xiao Zhan raised an eyebrow and said, "So now we can make our move?"

"Is it no longer necessary to endure humiliation?"