Study System: I'm a 38-Year-Old Student

Chapter 395 265: The Marriage Proposal

The stacks of red bills almost filled the entire trunk, quite a sight to behold.

In Sanjiang, there's a saying about not proposing marriage before the Lantern Festival.

So Shen Qiushan set the proposal date for the sixteenth day of the first lunar month.

Early in the morning, the Shen Family set out in grand fashion.

In the proposal convoy, besides Shen Qiushan with his son and daughter, naturally, Old Shen, Shen Dehua and his family were all present.

Additionally, an uncle's family had rushed in from another province.

Old Shen's full name was Shen Guoqiang.

He had two younger brothers, the second brother Shen Junqiang and the third brother Shen Jiaqiang.

Shen Junqiang went to another province to join the army when he was young and later settled there. As for Shen Jiaqiang, he had a falling out with Old Shen early on, and the two brothers haven't spoken for years.

The reason for their fallout was rather dramatic too: an issue over the family inheritance from the previous generation.

Similar stories are quite common among the populace.

As the eldest son of the family, Old Shen eventually compromised, believing that family scandals shouldn't be made public, so he didn't take it to court and didn't get a penny.

However, the two brothers didn't contact each other for decades, effectively severing their familial ties.

Actually, Old Shen's contact with his second brother Shen Junqiang's family wasn't frequent either, since they were over a thousand miles apart, too far indeed, not to mention both had their own lives.

However, after Shen Qiushan became famous, their contact increased compared to before.

Poor in crowded places, tending to fade from notice; wealthy in remote areas, attracts distant relatives.

Such is human nature.

The convoy, consisting of a Cullinan, a Zunjie S800, and a Wenjie M9, arrived at the Lin Family.

Knowing Shen Qiushan was coming to propose, the Lin Family also had many relatives over, such as Lin Moxuan's brother's family, as well as Chen Qingzhu's sister and younger sister's families.

The three families brought almost three generations, totaling over twenty people.

The reason everyone could make it, of course, was that the Lin Family led the best lives among their relatives.

When Lin Moxuan was still a director, the Lin Family already lived better than their relatives.

Now it's even more outstanding; Lin Moxuan has advanced further to become a deputy mayor.

Chen Qingzhu, this retired "old lady," suddenly became famous as a renowned singer!

As for Lin Xiamo, there's no need to mention. The Red Rose Band became popular nationwide, and she became the lead singer of the hottest band currently.

After performing at the Spring Festival Gala, the band's appearance fee soared to over two million.

But due to health reasons, the band only booked two larger-scale performances, and that too after March.

By then, Lin Xiamo was four months pregnant, entering a stable period, and moderate activities were beneficial.

The meeting of the two families was rather lively.

As they had to go through the marriage proposal process, both sides had a "spokesperson."

On the Shen Family side was Shen Qiushan's second aunt, Feng Yulan, a Northeasterner, who was eloquent and owned a restaurant.

The Lin Family's spokesperson was Lin Xiamo's third aunt, Chen Qingya. She worked her whole life in the Women's Federation, having extensive experience in such occasions.

After some chit-chat, the topic soon shifted to the bride price.

Upon this topic, Feng Yulan's voice grew noticeably louder. She had acted as a matchmaker and arranged marriage proposals for others before.

But she had never encountered such a generous bride price in her life.

To quote "Old Li," he had never fought such a luxurious battle in his life!

"Our family's prepared a bride price of 8.88 million in cash..."

"Ah?"

"How much??"

On hearing the amount, Lin Moxuan and Chen Qingzhu remained unaffected, knowing Shen Qiushan was wealthy.

However, people like Chen Qingya were extremely surprised. They knew Shen Qiushan was a famous writer, rumored to be quite well-off online.

But rumors are just that — rumors, carrying no real concept for them.

Now it's different; he was offering 8.88 million as a bride price!!

Although Lin Moxuan wielded significant power as a deputy mayor, everyone knew he wasn't corrupt nor capable of amassing much wealth; the bride price Shen Qiushan offered could be more than what Lin Moxuan earned in a lifetime.

Feng Yulan was quite pleased with Chen Qingya and the others' reactions, continuing, "And a car, a Rolls-Royce Cullinan!"

"Wow! There's a car too!"

"A Rolls-Royce Cullinan, must be worth a million!"

"As expected of a famous writer, truly wealthy!"

The Lin relatives couldn't help but whisper in admiration.

"And a house, 248 square meters at Jinjiang Bay."

Feng Yulan threw out yet another "bombshell."

Whose family bride price includes a 248-square-meter house?

Moreover, she had inquired; the house itself is worth millions!

This meant Shen Qiushan's bride price considering everything was close to thirty million!

"There's a house at Jinjiang Bay too!"

"First time seeing such a substantial bride price!"

"Writers can really make money!"

Another round of exclamations ensued among the crowd.

This time, even Lin Moxuan and Chen Qingzhu showed astonished expressions.

They expected Shen Qiushan would offer a substantial bride price, but didn't anticipate a house at Jinjiang Bay.

"Momo's third aunt, dear relatives, the car and bride price are outside; shall we take a look and have a group photo..."

Feng Yulan arranged with a cheerful demeanor.

"Sure!"

"Let's go and have a look outside!"

The crowd began to move outside.

The Lin Family lived on the first floor, and the Cullinan was parked at the building's gate.

Once everyone was outside, they opened the trunk directly.

The scene was filled with exclamations of "Wow!"

The impact of 8.88 million in cash was truly immense!

Many present, including Lin Moxuan, had only ever seen so much cash on television.

Many started taking photos with their phones, with Lin Jiayu rushing to the trunk, arms outstretched, lying on the heap of money: "Yanran, quickly take a photo for me."

"This is so lucky, I wonder if I'll have such a bride price when I get married!"

At the back of the crowd, Lin Xiamo tugged on Shen Qiushan's arm and whispered, "Isn't it a bit over-the-top?"

"It's necessary!"

"Absolutely necessary!"

Shen Qiushan replied with a grin, "Just look how happy they are; weddings should be lively."

"Then why buy a house?"

Lin Xiamo asked further.

"I figured when the child is born, it would be easier for Mom and Dad to help with taking care of one."

"Of course, if they don't want to live there, they can always come back!"

Shen Qiushan explained.

"Hmm, makes sense."

Lin Xiamo found it reasonable, while child-rearing could be handed to a nanny, her parents would surely wish to be part of it.

The affection for grandchildren isn't just talk!

When Shen Yanran and Shen Yixiao were little, Lin Moxuan and Chen Qingzhu took special care of them.

Even when Lin Moxuan was displeased with Shen Qiushan at the time, he held back no affection for the two children, only providing the best.

Now that the familial bond has been repaired, and as Lin Moxuan and Chen Qingzhu have aged, their fondness for children must have grown stronger.

"Qiushan, come over for a second."

While the two whispered, Lin Moxuan gestured for Shen Qiushan to approach.

"Dad, need something?"

Shen Qiushan swiftly walked over, and asked softly.

"Quite generous with the bride price!"

Lin Moxuan started with praise, then shifted tones: "But, isn't something missing?"

Shen Qiushan chuckled: "Dad, everything is already in your study, along with the cigars and booze."

"Is that so!"

On hearing this, Lin Moxuan's face broke into a smile, appreciatively patting Shen Qiushan's shoulder: "Qiushan, you're handling things more like someone within the system now."

"Thinking of taking an official position?"

"With your influence, it wouldn't be hard!"

Lin Moxuan casually suggested.

"Best not."

"I'm accustomed to a free life!"

Shen Qiushan casually waved it off; he knew himself too well to even think of blending into the system.

Seeing his response, Lin Moxuan didn't press further; he was merely asking in passing.

"Visiting the restroom for a bit."

Lin Moxuan sought an excuse and headed back inside, directly to the study.

Luxury cars and houses held no appeal to him; such worldly possessions are of concern only to "ordinary folk."

What mattered to him was the hidden bride price!