novelraw Chapter 510: Self-inflicted Consequences (8)
Chapter 510: Self-inflicted Consequences (8)
Upon hearing this, Chen Shiqing’s parents suddenly looked awkward.After all, in front of so many people, Fu Nancheng didn’t give any face, which indeed made it hard for them to save face.
And at the side, Chen Shiqing also looked slightly taken aback, the excitement in her eyes turning to helplessness and unease.
"Rascal! Your marriage with Shi Qing is approaching, and yet you claim she’s a stranger! Shi Qing is your fiancée, and the Chen couple will be your in-laws in the future!" Grandpa Fu was furious.
"This marriage was arranged by Grandpa. The fiancée was also chosen by Grandpa. If you like her so much, you might as well marry Miss Chen yourself. As for me... I have never acknowledged this marriage." Fu Nancheng spoke in a deep voice.
"You! Rascal! What nonsense are you saying?" Grandpa Fu’s dignity also felt challenged. After all, even if Fu Nancheng didn’t give face to Chen Shiqing’s parents, it was quite embarrassing to not give face to him as well.
"Grandpa Fu... please don’t be angry, maybe Nancheng is just speaking in anger." Chen Shiqing tried to smooth things over.
But as soon as she spoke, Fu Nancheng’s gaze turned colder, abruptly interrupting, "This is the Fu family’s business, there’s no place for you to interject."
The words were extremely cold and harsh. Without a trace of emotion.
In an instant, Chen Shiqing’s eyes reddened, looking at him with particular grievance.
Grandpa Fu’s expression became thoroughly gloomy, yet he didn’t dare to press Fu Nancheng too hard, so he had to change his tone, "Nancheng... you must trust Grandpa’s judgment. Shi Qing is a good girl, not only having earned two master’s degrees abroad but also proficient in all the arts. Moreover, the Chen family’s upbringing is excellent, a wife should be wise and virtuous, Shi Qing can manage both the social settings and the household, if you marry such a woman, your future life will definitely be smooth and prosperous."
Qiao Mo remained silent.
Although it seemed like Grandpa Fu’s words weren’t intentionally directed at her, she couldn’t help but feel like he was implying that she wasn’t a suitable woman for a household.
However, she also understood that Grandpa Fu’s words were half aimed at Fu Nancheng and half at herself.
Evidently wanting her to realize that the Fu family would never approve of her being with Fu Nancheng.
"A wife should be virtuous?" Fu Nancheng pursed his lips, his gaze fell on Chen Shiqing with a trace of ridicule.
Chen Shiqing was a bit anxious, quickly speaking, "Nancheng... don’t worry, I will definitely take good care of you after marriage and never cause you trouble, I..."
Fu Nancheng withdrew his gaze, mocking, "My family doesn’t need a nanny."
As soon as he spoke, the atmosphere, which had slightly eased, returned to freezing point, exceptionally awkward.
"Na...nanny?" Chen Shiqing looked at him incredulously, somewhat hurt.
Fu Nancheng spoke again, "My woman, Fu Nancheng’s woman, doesn’t need to know anything, she just needs to do what she likes."
Qiao Mo looked at him somewhat dazed, her cheeks slightly flushed, feeling a bit unnatural.
"If Grandpa called me over to discuss this matter, then I’m afraid I won’t accompany you." With these words, Fu Nancheng turned to leave with Qiao Mo in his arms.
After walking a few steps, Qiao Mo couldn’t help but look at him and said softly, "Is it really okay for us to leave just like that?"
"Do you want me to express concern for that Chen Shiqing to satisfy you?" He turned his head to look at her, speaking in a deep voice.
Qiao Mo pouted, looking at him with mock anger, "You wouldn’t dare."
He lightly curled his lips, saying nothing. But this scene between the two, in the eyes of the people behind them, appeared exceptionally sweet.