Chapter 569: Chapter 560: Da Qiang Appears

I have to say, his mom is quite scatter-brained, only now realizing it. On the other hand, it shows that Shen Yi’s parents are probably really anxious.

Otherwise, why would they take the initiative to chat with his mom?

Regarding his mom saying she wants to settle the engagement this year, Shen’s mom is naturally very willing. Her attitude is resolute, her actions decisive, even making Zhou Hui, the little old lady who wants to have grandchildren, a bit uneasy, fearing she might encounter a scam.

After all, who wouldn’t want a bride price and even give his family a million!

Of course, it’s reasonable since their family only recently became wealthy. It’s not just Su Qing; even his family’s mindset hasn’t changed.

For people like Shen Yi and him, with their kind of wealth, bride price and such aren’t necessary.

Shen’s mom understands Su Qing’s situation through her daughter, knowing they aren’t short on money. The one million is just a gesture, symbolic. In truth, neither Shen Yi nor Su Qing lacks this million; this money is simply a gift from Shen’s parents to their daughter.

As for not needing a bride price, it basically means the groom’s family can give whatever they want; it doesn’t matter. After all, the money eventually goes to the kids.

If Su Qing really was nothing, just an ordinary person earning three thousand a month with unstable work, do you think Shen’s mom’s attitude would be the same?

People won’t just sell a good cabbage rotting in the field at a loss.

"Today is a good day, things you wish for..."

In the evening, hearing his wife humming a tune in the kitchen, old Su returned from a small gathering, somewhat puzzled.

"What’s wrong with your mom?"

"Dad, Mom said she’s already discussed the wedding with my sister-in-law’s parents!" Su He sat cross-legged on the sofa, holding her phone horizontally, playing PUBG. Her small hands left blurry trails on the screen as the character inside the game jumped left and right, dodging bullets.

Upon hearing this, old Su’s eyes widened in shock and he exclaimed, "What? Your mom settled the marriage over the phone?"

"Why are you yelling so loud? Isn’t it fine?" At this moment, Zhou Hui walked out with a plate of washed strawberries, speaking proudly.

Usually, although she had the most say at home, when it came to serious matters, old Su would make more decisions. But today, Zhou Hui felt incredibly proud for getting her son’s marriage arranged. She thought of herself as electrifying, radiant, the only myth in the family.

"But why didn’t you call me for such a big matter?" Old Su said, a bit anxious.

His son’s engagement was such a big deal, yet as a father he wasn’t there. Isn’t that quite rude?

Even if it was over the phone, it wouldn’t do.

However, Zhou Hui didn’t take it seriously, "What’s the big deal? I was just casually chatting. Besides, Little Yi’s dad wasn’t there either."

Hearing this, Old Su instinctively felt something was off, "Her dad wasn’t there? Just the two of you discussed it?"

"Yeah! What’s the matter?"

"Nothing, have you discussed when the engagement is? We should pay them a visit, right?" Old Su asked.

Zhou Hui shook her head, "We haven’t discussed when to get engaged. Just thinking about setting things for the kids this year first. We can talk about the wedding later."

Old Su: ...

Is this what you call an engagement? Earlier, Su He said her mom sorted out his son’s marriage. That startled him; turns out, it just meant both parents have no objections, and they’ll meet another time. He thought it was settled!

"Be clear with your words next time, don’t scare people like that," old Su patted his chest, indicating his age couldn’t handle it.

No matter what, Zhou Hui remained quite satisfied, feeling that her son’s side was all set. Even if they can’t marry this year, at most next year they can. It’s a happy prospect anyway.

Meanwhile, in the bedroom, Su Qing was also on a video call with Shen Yi.

"It’s all your fault. Now my mom wants to marry me off quickly," in the video, Shen Yi said, puffing her cheeks angrily. Her face, filled with mature charm and sexiness, appeared somewhat coquettish, very endearing.

"Hey, no big deal. At worst, we’ll get married. It’s bound to happen sooner or later," Su Qing chuckled.

"Bah, who said it’s bound to be with you? I might find a handsome guy tomorrow."

"Hey, then I’ll just find Sister Nan."

"Why find her? Is she prettier than me?"

"She knows more girls."

"Get lost!"

Shen Yi was irritated by him, glaring at him once, and then sighed, "My mom wanted to go to Jiang City after the New Year. I managed to stop her. You won’t blame me, will you?"

Su Qing shook his head, "No, don’t worry. As for our matter, I still think it’s best to let it happen naturally. If we both feel it’s time to marry, we’ll inform them, and then both families can meet."

Hearing this, Shen Yi couldn’t help but sigh in relief. In her heart, even though she liked this little brother a lot, dating was dating, and marriage was something else. She wasn’t ready for marriage yet.

If both families met and set a wedding date, then it would really be on the agenda. She liked to do things at her own pace, not being pushed into it.

"And about Auntie... I noticed Auntie seemed..." Shen Yi started again.

After all, Su Qing’s mom’s surprised look at the time wasn’t fake. She was afraid if there was no news from her side, Su Qing’s mom would feel sad.

"Don’t worry. I know my mom well. As long as she knows Uncle and Aunt agree with us, she’s at ease. Besides, I always felt that we would eventually be together, after all, since I am the little brother, right, Aunt... Shen? Haha," Su Qing laughed.

As he said, for Zhou Hui, as long as it’s plausible, the exact date doesn’t matter. She truly doesn’t have much fixation on when the marriage should be set.

And Shen Yi, being much older than him, wouldn’t possibly delay for many years. It would either be this year or next, and he was confident about that, so he wasn’t in a hurry.

Unless there was a crisis in their relationship due to arguments or disagreements on certain matters, which is unavoidable and would rely entirely on their management, so worrying is useless.

Hearing him, Shen Yi gave him a glare. They both agreed to contact each other more in the future, especially when video calling, to keep things private from their family elders; otherwise, it really couldn’t be endured.

In the evening, the four of them sat together for dinner. Today, old Su did the cooking, preparing a few hearty dishes.

They didn’t have too many restrictions for New Year meals; it wasn’t necessary to have chicken or fish, just whatever they liked to eat. They didn’t make a whole table of a dozen dishes just to avoid waste, and mainly to avoid leftovers. If they were lazy, they’d eat New Year’s Eve dinner outside, let alone regular meals.

At the dinner table, mom Zhou Hui kept talking about Su Qing’s and Shen Yi’s engagement, planning for engagement this year, wedding by year-end, and pregnancy next year. Everything was neatly laid out.

"Hey? His dad, do you think I should buy some children’s clothes in advance?"

"Nah, you don’t have to bother. The character for the surname hasn’t even been written yet!"

"How is it not? I’ve already written the stroke!"

Hearing this, Su Qing and Su He both sighed. Indeed, there’s never peace in this house, it’s like the winds have turned, urging the household to quickly go bankrupt!

Just then, Su Qing’s phone beeped. He picked it up and was surprised. It was Daqiang, his message was simple, asking if Su Qing was there.

Su Qing was quite shocked at Daqiang’s sudden appearance after disappearing and immediately called him back.

"Hey? Daqiang? Where have you been all this time? Where are you?"

There was silence from the other end.

"Hello? Can you hear me? Hello?" Su Qing checked his phone to confirm the call was connected. 𝒻𝘳𝘦𝘦𝘸ℯ𝒷𝘯𝘰𝑣ℯ𝑙.𝘤𝑜𝘮

After a long pause, Daqiang’s voice came through, but it was particularly hoarse:

"Qingzi, I’m downstairs at your place!"

[At an age of achieving nothing, being powerless when one’s parents need them, Ding Qiang felt deeply ashamed, but he still came to see you.]

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