novelraw Chapter 960 - 942: Two Elders Seriously Discuss Marriage! (Part 1)
Chapter 960 - 942: Two Elders Seriously Discuss Marriage! (Part 1)
Chapter 960: Chapter 942: Two Elders Seriously Discuss Marriage! (Part 1)
Because during that time in high school, Pu Wenhua felt a lot of guilt towards his wife and child.
So, strictly speaking, Pu Wenhua always felt he had no right to interfere, let alone oppose, the relationship between Huo Feng and Pu Sangzhi.
He was inherently an irresponsible father, and his family almost fell apart. He wasn’t even sure if he would have the chance to sit warmly with his wife and child for the rest of his life.
In those hardest years, it was precious to see the warmth and coldness of the world, to taste all human conditions, and to make friends in adversity.
The Huo Family, a family of three, were like unyielding friends to the Pu Family, a family of three.
In such dire circumstances, they never gave up on Pu Wenhua’s wife and daughter; they did everything they could to protect them...
Because of this alone, Pu Wenhua couldn’t interfere in the relationship between Huo Feng and Pu Sangzhi.
In these years of his rise, he learned about Huo Feng and Huo Feng’s father through Chen Huifen, and they seemed like kind and valuable people.
Pu Wenhua had long been grateful and accepting in his heart.
He always wanted to meet Huo Feng’s parents and thank them in person...
This year’s gathering finally realized his wish, allowing him to meet Huo Feng’s honest and straightforward father.
Satisfied with the Huo Family, Pu Wenhua smoothly brought up the topic of marriage.
When he finished speaking, he didn’t feel a bit of inappropriateness in his words, but suddenly, the table fell silent, and the atmosphere seemed to settle instantly...
Huo Mingshan and Huo Feng both stared at Pu Wenhua with wide eyes, their faces showing surprise. Their expressions were so in sync because their eyes shone brightly, afraid others wouldn’t see how happy they were...
Hearing Pu Wenhua say this suddenly, Pu Sangzhi looked astonished and shy, hurriedly lowering her head to eat dumplings, feeling a bit embarrassed to face such a topic.
Pu Sangzhi never thought her father would say that, so she was a bit frightened...
Shen Yu and Chen Huifen both smiled calmly. Neither woman spoke because, on this important topic, they tacitly left the right to speak to the men.
"Hahaha..."
After a while, Huo Mingshan suddenly laughed.
Although the smile was a bit stiff, it was definitely heartfelt joy, "Old Pu, have another drink."
Huo Mingshan immediately raised his glass, and Pu Wenhua raised his at the same time. The clinking of glasses seemed to exchange mutual understanding between the two men.
"I’ll finish mine, you do as you please."
Huo Mingshan finished speaking and downed his drink.
Seeing him down it in one go, Pu Wenhua didn’t want to be outdone, so he finished his drink as well, considering it returning the gesture.
"Ha..."
Huo Mingshan was in such a good mood that he put down his glass, picked up his chopsticks, and while picking up dishes, he spoke slowly, "Old Pu, what you just said really gave me peace of mind. Before I came here, I was worried about what to do if you didn’t like my silly son? Now hearing what you said, I am much relieved. This is good; after we, the elders, have an understanding, the rest is left to the kids to develop freely without putting familial pressure on them, letting their relationship grow naturally towards marriage... This is really good."
"Yes."
Pu Wenhua also smiled, "I have never been too strict with Sangzhi. As long as she likes someone, as a parent, I will definitely support her."
"Me too."
Huo Mingshan nodded, "As long as Sangzhi likes my son, I will unhesitatingly support it!"
In any case, what they meant was that as long as Sangzhi liked him, they would respect her wishes, disregarding Huo Feng’s opinion...
Though it was a bit partial, Huo Feng didn’t mind either.
Now, hearing the elders settle the topic of marriage so certainly, Huo Feng felt extremely comfortable inside.
Huo Feng even glanced at Pu Sangzhi several times, secretly confirming their mutual understanding under the elders’ watchful eyes.
Pu Sangzhi felt her face would be seen through by Huo Feng; she shyly bowed her head, her face slightly flushed...
Being so young, hearing the adults discuss this topic, Pu Sangzhi always felt like she was about to be married off.
This topic really embarrassed young girls...
But it also made her quite happy.
"Old Pu, what do you think about the dowry in the future? Though it’s not yet time, you might want to discuss it with us early, so we can begin preparations."
Huo Mingshan unexpectedly advanced the topic to discussing the dowry.
Pu Wenhua didn’t find anything inappropriate in his words, quickly answering, "Regarding the dowry, follow the customs to just acknowledge the meaning, not much is needed, anyway, however much you give, you get back, the money ultimately goes to the kids, our family won’t take a penny of dowry. What about the bridal gifts? What does Teacher Huo think?"
"Haha, the groom’s side can’t demand how much the bride’s family gives in bridal gifts~ Let’s not talk about bridal gifts!"
Huo Mingshan laughed, "Besides, Sangzhi is a priceless treasure, my son marrying Sangzhi is already his great fortune, bridal gifts are irrelevant, as you said they’re for the kids, truly doesn’t matter."
"Teacher Huo, thank you."
Pu Wenhua raised his glass again to toast Huo Mingshan, "You are an honest man, treating Sangzhi well, cherishing her, I toast you again."
"No need to be so formal..."
Huo Mingshan, again raising his glass, said happily, "If we become in-laws, our family would be honored. It must be due to accumulated virtues from our ancestors that Sangzhi, such a wonderful girl, was sent to my son’s side. My son was a little rascal transformed by Sangzhi into who he is today; our entire family is grateful to her."
Huo Feng: "Hmm?!"
Finally...Huo Feng still heard the words ’little rascal’ from Huo Mingshan’s mouth!
This old Huo... simply too disgusting!
Pu Sangzhi quietly listened to the conversation between the elders, silently eating dumplings, not daring to participate in this strange topic.
Suddenly, she felt she chewed on something and weakly spoke, "I think I ate a dumpling with peanuts..."
"You did?"
Chen Huifen looked at her with surprise, "Looks like you’ll have good luck in the new year."
"Looks like I can get some luck from someone in the new year." Huo Feng also said suddenly.
So, the topic moved away from Pu Sangzhi, switching to other matters...
That night, both families, six people, had a great meal, very warm, and delicious.
In this winter season, warmth dispelled the cold, and the subtle scent of fireworks calmed the restless heart...
The natural relationship development between Pu Sangzhi and Huo Feng gradually moved towards marriage.
Even though they’re only freshmen, everything feels stable, calm, and solid...
Despite two years still to go, no one felt uneasy or insecure.
Everyone believed they would definitely make it to the end, including the two of them...
...
On New Year’s Eve at 10 PM, after dinner, the six people from both families sat on the sofa in the living room watching the Spring Festival Gala.
The coffee table was full of New Year’s snacks, everyone holding a frozen pear, a local winter specialty fruit.
Not particularly delicious, but not bad in taste.
On a long sofa, Huo Mingshan and Pu Wenhua each lay comfortably on one side, a long quilt covering them both, ever so comfy.
On the side sofa, Shen Yu cuddled with Little Sangsang, also wrapped in a blanket, resting comfortably.
Chen Huifen was lying on a reclining chair nearby, also wrapped in a blanket, quietly watching the Spring Festival Gala.
Pu Sangzhi and Huo Feng, the two kids, squeezed together on a wide sofa, wrapped in a blanket, watching TV and occasionally looking down at their phones...
At this moment, the living room was full of lounging and reclining people, the atmosphere pleasantly lazy and comfortable!
The Spring Festival Gala itself wasn’t great, but because many people watched it together, it started to become interesting.
The adults watched the gala while chatting and eating, occasionally bursting into laughter, creating a harmonious atmosphere.
Meanwhile, Pu Sangzhi held her father’s phone, privately messaging Ye Xi, wanting to know where he was on this New Year’s Eve?
Huo Feng, comfortably finishing a game, glanced at her phone screen...
He saw her messaging Ye Xi on WeChat: [How are you now? Could you let me know where you are if it’s convenient? Reply if you can see this?]