novelraw Chapter 575 - 574: Proposal (First Update)
Chapter 575 - 574: Proposal (First Update)
Le Tong thought that since she had already agreed to it at the time, the proposal was settled, and it was time to focus on work.Unexpectedly, Ji Rui took this matter quite seriously.
The day after the proposal was successful, Le Tong woke up early in the morning and was surprised to see a suitcase for travel beside the wardrobe.
"Are you going to Beijing?"
Le Tong’s first reaction was to think that Ji Rui was going to Beijing to discuss a cooperation plan with Yang Sheng.
"Yes, you and Baobao and Nuonuo are also going."
Now, Ji Rui seemed to have already gotten used to bringing the wife and children along whenever he went out.
"Why?" Le Tong asked, rubbing her eyes as she stood at the door of the bathroom, looking at Ji Rui quizzically.
"To visit the Yang Family. Be quick. The temperature is dropping today, so wear something warm."
As Ji Rui spoke, he had already dragged the suitcase out.
Le Tong responded with an "oh," a bit confused, and walked into the bathroom.
Bowing her head while squeezing toothpaste, she recalled the scene of the proposal last night, as if she were dreaming.
Looking up at her reflection in the mirror, her cheeks blushing and her eyes showing a touch of spring, she was stunned by the bright and spring-like self.
Ever since she heard those stories from her father, her mood had been overshadowed, but now, the gray mist over her heart had been wiped clean by the romantic proposal last night.
She thought she was a realistic person, and all romantic and impractical things had no real significance to her.
Until she heard the slightly awkward yet most beautiful song she’d ever heard in her life, and saw the slideshow in the dim night sky showing how she and he, two unrelated people, magically converged together. She then realized that romance, much like a premium seasoning in ingredients, when properly used, can elevate ordinary ingredients into mouth-watering delicacies.
And Ji Rui was truly an amazing chef last night!
The dish he carefully prepared, called happiness and cherish, might still be clearly remembered and often thought of even at the moment of her death.
When Le Tong finished washing up and came out of the hall wearing the warm and comfortable clothes that Ji Rui suggested, Ji Rui and Baobao were already sitting in the dining room having breakfast, and four suitcases were neatly arranged in a corner of the living room.
"Mommy, come quickly and have breakfast."
Seeing Le Tong’s figure, Baobao immediately raised his hand and flashed a bright smile at her.
"How long are we going for? Why not leave Baobao and Nuonuo behind?"
Le Tong only thought that Ji Rui and she were going to Beijing for Ji Family matters. Bringing two kids during work wasn’t very convenient.
"Mommy... Baobao wants to go..." Baobao whined, dragging out his voice.
Ji Rui looked at Le Tong, "Take them along; your grandpa wants to see them."
Once the Old Master was mentioned, Le Tong had no ground to oppose.
The Old Master’s cunning and shrewd nature, if he doesn’t get what he wants, who knows how he will make a fuss.
"Alright... Baobao, Daddy and Mommy are going for work. You must behave and keep your sister company with Grandfather, and don’t cause any trouble for him, understand?"
Le Tong gave a heads-up to her dear son, otherwise, it would be troublesome if he demanded for her and Ji Rui’s company later.
Baobao gave her a strange look, "Mommy..."
"Baobao, eat the bun." Ji Rui didn’t wait for the little guy to finish and directly stuffed a small steamed bun into his mouth.
Le Tong didn’t think much about it at the time until a few hours later when they arrived at the Yang Family, sat down, and heard Ji Rui respectfully address the Old Master. Only then did she realize that this time Ji Rui came to Beijing as the future grandson-in-law, to propose marriage to the Yang Family.
It wasn’t for work as she had thought.
"Grandpa, I’m sorry, because my dad’s leg is still hurt, and traveling long distances is inconvenient, so I came to propose myself."
When Ji Rui said these words, Le Tong just happened to be drinking tea, and being too sudden, she "pfft" sprayed the tea from her mouth.
The Old Master, who was initially holding a stern face, was amused by Le Tong’s sudden reaction and couldn’t help but chuckle.
"Heh heh, Rui boy, my granddaughter is so clumsy, you don’t mind?" The Old Master joyfully pointed at the awkward Le Tong and asked Ji Rui.
Ji Rui couldn’t help but laugh as he glanced at Le Tong, "Grandpa, she’s not clumsy, she’s just too happy!"
Le Tong lifted her head and threw Ji Rui a glare, taking the tissue Baobao handed over to wipe the tea off her clothes.
"Girl, Rui boy says he wants to marry you, you have no objections, do you?"
Actually, they already have their marriage certificate, asking such questions seemed unnecessary. But in the eyes of Ji Rui and the Old Master, the registration of the marriage felt a bit rushed, like putting the cart before the horse.
And Ji Rui felt that Le Tong deserved to be treated more earnestly, therefore, from proposing to meet the family, he did it one by one without skipping any steps.
As for the Old Master, he was indeed a bit displeased with his granddaughter taking the initiative to register for Ji Rui’s career, but it’s not for him to overly intervene in the young people’s affairs. After all, twenty-six years ago, due to his excessive interference with his youngest son, it led to subsequent tragedy.
And now, seeing Ji Rui diligently making up for the things he hadn’t done before, it became clear to him that this boy, much like himself, cherished his granddaughter very much, which naturally made him extremely happy.
"Grandpa, this matter is up to you, the elder, to decide."
Le Tong was always good at pleasing the elderly, knowing that the Old Master, having just recognized her, must care about her immensely. Since Ji Rui, this future grandson-in-law, had already lowered his stance, showing respect for him, as an elder, she should of course, just like Ji Rui, give the elder due face. After all, the outcome of the matter was certain. Choosing a way that pleased him and brought him happiness would be the icing on the cake.
Sure enough, the Old Master was so amused by Le Tong’s words that his eyes crinkled with laughter, and his chuckles filled the room again. After laughing for a while, he finally stopped and said, "Okay, then Grandpa will decide today and also help you two pick an auspicious date for the wedding, shall we?"
Le Tong was a bit dumbfounded by this. She hadn’t discussed this with Ji Rui in advance.
She looked up and gave Ji Rui a questioning glance; when their eyes met, he blinked in agreement, and Le Tong nodded.
"Le Tong and I are ready to get married at any time, so Grandpa, please set a date today too."
In Ji Rui’s eyes, whether it was registering the marriage or proposing, they were private matters between him and Le Tong. But the wedding was a public declaration.