Chapter 648: After 573, you will be my wife!_3
"It’s because of Lili that I finally took this gamble, and it’s also because of Lili that I softened and showed weakness this time."
For Xiaoer, setting aside her career for a man, even temporarily, was a sign of weakness.
"Xiaoer, I swear, I won’t let you regret it, nor will I let Song Lili regret helping me."
Lu Xiaoer tilted her head up and kissed his chin.
That kiss...
made Zhongli Wuzhi’s heart even sweeter.
"Sir, madam, the computer system has been repaired. You can proceed with the paperwork now."
It was the same employee from before, his tone a bit irritated...
But neither Zhongli Wuzhi nor Lu Xiaoer cared much, as they entered the reception room to handle the marriage procedures...
When they came out, their statuses were completely different.
Zhongli Wuzhi took a deep breath, and while Lu Xiaoer was still examining the marriage certificate, at that moment, Zhongli Wuzhi picked her up and ran off! Like a kidnapper snatching someone off the street!
"Ah! Zhongli Wuzhi! What are you doing?"
"I finally married you!"
Zhongli Wuzhi carried her, running along the less-traveled path. Lu Xiaoer was slung over his shoulder, feeling as awkward as a sack.
But could you say she was unwilling?
That was impossible.
"I, Zhongli Wuzhi, finally took Lu Xiaoer back home!!"
He yelled like a madman, frightening Lu Xiaoer—worried she might fall off—he was clutched tightly on his back, and she couldn’t help but scream...
"Little Ear! From now on, you’re my wife!"
"Can you act normal for once?"
Lu Xiaoer whispered to him, even though she knew her pleas would fall on deaf ears.
"Little Ear...!"
Lu Xiaoer laughed until she cried...
This Zhongli Wuzhi... what a madman.
This wasn’t the end of her and Wuzhi’s story, Lu Xiaoer knew, that from today onwards... her life would include another person, and they would experience much more, much more...
"Ah Zhi, do you have confidence?"
"Yes!"
"I haven’t even said for what, and you’re responding yes?"
Lu Xiaoer said exasperated, lying on his back.
"With you by my side, no matter what it is, I have confidence!"
"..."
Madman.
But it was enough.
Lu Xiaoer’s face pressed against his neck, gently kissing his ear.
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When some get what they wish for, others see their expectations unmet.
Princess Chinian sat absentmindedly in the President Mansion’s hall.
The banquet had ended.
Zhongli Yuting and his wife had also returned to Zhongli Mansion, and Wen Nian had a meeting in the afternoon, so he headed to the administrative building after returning from the hotel.
Currently, sitting in the President Mansion were King Qing Lin, His Highness Chiluo, and Princess Chinian.
Song Lili had Uncle Wei prepare some snacks.
Not everyone had eaten much at noon.
"Your Majesty, on behalf of Zhongli Wuzhi and Lu Xiaoer, I thank you for your magnanimity and understanding."
Song Lili said earnestly, sitting upright.
King Qing Lin drew in a deep breath, giving Song Lili an extra glance,
"Thanks or no thanks, it doesn’t matter much now. The harm to Niannian has already been done. Our Qing Lin Royal Family... is no longer what it used to be."
"Please, Your Majesty, don’t belittle yourself."
Song Lili urged.
King Qing Lin sighed, standing up,
"I would like to rest now."
Song Lili also quickly stood up, "Then... shall I arrange someone to escort you back to the hotel?"
"No need, Mrs. President. After returning to the hotel, I will head straight back to Qing Lin. That was the plan all along, to return after Niannian’s wedding ceremony. Now the wedding is annulled, but my itinerary was already set, and there are matters awaiting me back home."
King Qing Lin said, then looked towards the incredibly silent and downcast Princess Chinian, biting his lip,
"Staying here, I cannot console Niannian, and I, as a father, must reflect... my child’s humiliation is primarily due to my own failings."
Song Lili listened to King Qing Lin’s words.
She knew there was still dissatisfaction in the King’s words.
"Chiluo, stay with Niannian for the time being, once she’s recovered, pack up and bring her home."
"Yes, Father, I understand."
Chiluo responded.
Song Lili watched as King Qing Lin left the President Mansion under the protection of some attendants, and she saw him off as he drove away.
Chiluo, hands in his pockets, stood beside Song Lili outside the Porch...