No matter who among them, none would insist like you do. Not for anything else, just because of your persistence, I feel that being with you, I definitely won’t regret it.

This time, I was fed up with Jiang Wenyuan, and my cousin reminded me that since I have decided to be with Liu Lianbao, I must show my stance clearly.

Now, I have made everything clear. Uncle, aunt, Liu Lianbao, think carefully about whether you are willing to accept someone like me as a member of your family.

You don’t have to answer me now. I’ll come back tomorrow. No matter what your choice is, I will accept it." Having said so much in one breath, Zhao Qihui bowed deeply to them and turned to leave.

These words had been bottled up in her heart for a long time. In fact, since Liu Lianbao expressed his fondness for her, she wanted to tell him about her past in detail, but because of that sense of rejection, she always ended up speaking incoherently.

Today was the first time she had clearly explained her emotional past to someone. If they chose to give up, it would mean this relationship wasn’t worth her expectations.

Moreover, she would not shut up in the future just because they gave up. She has decided that even if things don’t work out with Liu Lianbao, she won’t hide these things from anyone in the future.

Because, from Jiang Wenyuan, she saw a side she least wanted to see.

All the persistence was ostensibly about not wanting to let go of the past, but in fact, it was merely a cover for the darkest side of her heart. Just moments ago, after finishing all the talks, as she saw Jiang Wenyuan off, he admitted that he didn’t want to shamelessly pursue her but was forced to by his family’s instructions.

The reason was simple. The Zhao’s house was different from before, and Jiang Wenyuan’s parents hoped he could seize the opportunity for a good job and a bright future.

At this point, Jiang Wenyuan spoke out to save a little face.

Indeed, in his view, it was about saving face—not because of liking her that he wouldn’t give up, but because he was compelled to by her external conditions.

In other words, Zhao Qihui, don’t think that my pursuit of you means I like you a lot.

Moreover, Jiang Wenyuan even questioned if Liu Lianbao truly liked her. Could she figure that out? He was now her brother-in-law’s subordinate and her brother’s comrade. Knowing her family’s background so well, maybe that’s why he acted that way towards her, and she was foolishly trusting him. As for his family, once they found out about these things, would they still disregard her?

The words were harsh, but they made a certain sense.

To be honest, for a split second, she even doubted herself, but soon, she realized that suspicion was petty, considering Liu Lianbao’s previous actions, he definitely shouldn’t be that kind of person.

However, whether he was or wasn’t such a person, she wanted to test it out, to lay everything on the table, to take a leap of faith. Regarding her and Jiang Wenyuan, Wenzhang, and even the good of Zhao Yuanbao, she spoke ambiguously, leaving room for endless speculation. Generally, people wouldn’t be able to accept it...

"Huihui!"

Zhao Qihui was just about to hold the doorknob when she heard Liu Yuanbao’s urgent voice.

She paused slightly but didn’t turn back.

"I don’t need to think about it!" After a pause, Liu Yuanbao emphasized, "I don’t need to think about it at all. From the moment I saw you, I knew what kind of person you are.

Actually, I know about your previous emotional hurts. I do care, but not because you had past relationships, but because they didn’t know how to cherish you!

I’ve been longing for the chance to take care of you. Now that the opportunity has finally come, I’m overjoyed and have no reason to back down."

"Huihui..." Mrs. Liu hurried forward to grab Zhao Qihui’s hand, "Your uncle and I didn’t say anything not because we have any concerns, but because we haven’t quite processed what you just said.

These things, indeed Xiao Bao didn’t tell us. You’re such an honest child, how could we not like you? Both your uncle and I are straightforward people, not good with words, but you understand our feelings, don’t you, child?"

"Huihui, you definitely don’t need to worry about me. When your aunt and I stepped out just now, she was worried you might break up with Xiao Bao, but I wasn’t worried at all.

I’ve always believed in you. I stepped out just to give you youngsters some space to talk more freely. Please don’t misunderstand your uncle’s intentions."

"Huihui, you should know, I never had a chance to persuade my parents. What they said is their true feelings. If you want me to feel better sooner, please don’t torment me anymore, okay?"

Zhao Qihui turned around slowly, her face full of tears but smiling radiantly, "Liu Lianbao, if you truly don’t mind, then file the report to marry me right away, dare you?"

"Ah?" Slightly stunned, understanding Zhao Qihui’s meaning, Liu Lianbao’s eyebrows almost flew up with joy, "Dad, mom, did you hear that? Your daughter-in-law just proposed to me. Dad, mom, hurry up and find Secretary Li, I want to file a report, I want to file a marriage report!"

"Alright!" Mrs. Liu turned to go out, but was grabbed by Mr. Liu, "Wait a moment." He then looked seriously at Zhao Qihui, "Huihui, we don’t have to rush the wedding. Let’s wait until Xiao Bao recovers, shall we?"

"Uncle, I understand your meaning..." Zhao Qihui seriously looked at Mr. Liu, "Whether or not Liu Lianbao’s leg can recover, I want to marry him!"

"You silly child..." Rubbing his hands, Mr. Liu didn’t know what to say, and by now, Liu Lianbao had calmed down. He patted the spot next to him, "Huihui, come sit here."

"Are you also going to advise me to delay the wedding?" Zhao Qihui looked at him with a half-smile, "The doctor said as long as you cooperate well, there’s absolutely no problem with your leg.

The way you’re acting now, I suspect you’re deliberately stalling because you don’t want to marry me. What? Did you really regret it? Were you actually lying to me just now?" (To be continued. If you like this work, you’re welcome to visit Qidian (qidian.com) and vote for it. Your support is my greatest motivation. Mobile users, please read on m.qidian.com.)