Wu Xiufang signaled to her son, urging him not to be too impulsive.
Huangfu Shaohua pretended not to see, pulled a red booklet from his pocket, and showed it to Zhong Lu, saying, "Because I am already married, if I were to marry Zhuzhu again, it would be bigamy."
His words stunned not only Zhong Lu but also Wu Xiufang.
Huangfu Shaohua continued, "Aunt Zhong, given Zhuzhu's condition, I suggest we find a professional psychologist for treatment. I am not a professional, and my accompanying her like this will have no effect. Moreover, if she regains consciousness and understands the truth, she will be even more devastated..."
Before he could finish speaking, Sheng Zhuzhu, who had been throwing a tantrum on the hospital bed, suddenly lunged at him, hugging him tightly and exclaiming joyfully, "Shaohua, where did you go? I couldn't find you anywhere. I knew you wouldn't abandon me."
Huangfu Shaohua could no longer bear it. He pulled her away, pushed her towards Zhong Lu, and said, "If you truly care for her, let her receive professional treatment."
Then he looked at his mother beside him, grabbed her hand, and said, "Mom, let's stop deceiving ourselves and them. We're leaving."
Wu Xiufang tried to break free, wanting to explain to Zhong Lu, but her son dragged her away, straight into the elevator.
As the elevator doors closed, Wu Xiufang's expression relaxed somewhat, her guilt fading.
Although the news of Huangfu Shaohua's marriage certificate had shocked her, she soon realized that this might be the best way to stop Zhong Lu and her daughter from making unreasonable demands.
If this continued, not only would Shaohua be unable to bear it, but she would too. Therefore, she did not blame Shaohua.
As soon as they exited the hospital, she immediately asked, "Shaohua, don't go. Is that marriage certificate real or fake?"
"Mom, of course, it's real."
"You, who did you get the certificate with?" While this trick might help him escape the Sheng family's entanglement, she couldn't accept him getting married so casually.
Huangfu Shaohua directly produced the marriage certificate for her to see.
Wu Xiufang stared at the photo and name of the bride on the marriage certificate and knew it was still that boxing coach.
"Give her whatever money she wants, and get a divorce quickly. You absolutely cannot marry a gold digger with no background!"
"Mom, she's not a gold digger. She's a very good girl, not materialistic at all..."
Before he could finish, Wu Xiufang said with a laugh, "That only proves she's good at pretending, only able to fool a fool like you. Such a woman trying to enter our Huangfu family? Absolutely not."
Hearing her words, Huangfu Shaohua's scalp tingled. He was too lazy to explain further and said, "If you and Dad have such concerns, we will never rely on a single cent from the family. We will be self-sufficient, and you won't have to worry."
"You got married without consulting the family about such a big matter! So you came to the hospital today not only to let Aunt Zhong and the others know but also to inform me. I raised you for nothing!"
"Yes, I have informed you, which is equivalent to informing my father. I have nothing else to do, I'm leaving." With that, he turned and hailed a taxi, then left.
Wu Xiufang could hardly believe that her son was like he was possessed, truly married to that woman.
Helplessly, she got into the luxury car waiting outside the hospital and took out her phone to contact her husband, Huangfu Sisong.
...
After Daisy returned home and confessed to her parents about being married and having a marriage certificate, it was not smooth sailing either.
Her parents were both surprised to hear the news, until they saw the marriage certificate in her hand.
Her father calmed down first and inquired about the groom's situation.
Daisy truthfully told her parents about Huangfu Shaohua's family background and his family's attitude.
Her parents also disagreed, feeling that the disparity in their family backgrounds was too great and fearing she would suffer after marriage.
Looking at her parents' worried faces, Daisy tried to say, "Dad, Mom, whether Shaohua and I are suitable or not, can you meet him before making a judgment?"
"Do you truly like this person?" her mother asked.
"Mom, of course, I like him. I am your daughter, don't you know me? Am I the kind of materialistic girl?"
Her mother sighed, "You've never acted like a girl, always focused on boxing, boxing. And you even stole my household registration book to get married. This Shaohua has really opened your eyes."
Daisy held up two fingers and swore, "I am marrying him purely for love."
Her mother looked at her husband and said, "Old Sheng, let's listen to our daughter and meet this person first. What do you think?"
"Alright." A daughter grown up is hard to keep. He, as a father, had no choice, but he always worried that his daughter would suffer in the future.
Daisy returned to her room and called Huangfu Shaohua's mobile, wanting to know how things were on his end.
Huangfu Shaohua, feeling dejected, asked the taxi driver to take him to the riverside viewing platform.
He leaned against the railing, feeling the river breeze, contemplating how he would shoulder the responsibility of providing for a family as a man, now that he was no longer relying on his family.
Just then, his phone rang. He saw it was Daisy calling.
He composed himself and answered the phone.
"Darling, I told my parents, and they said they want to meet you. How are things on your end?" Daisy asked in a low, smiling voice.
Huangfu Shaohua replied, "Great. I've made it clear to Sheng Zhuzhu, and I won't be going to the hospital anymore."
"Then do your parents know?" Daisy asked cautiously.
Huangfu Shaohua skirted the main issue, saying, "I told my mom. She didn't get angry and didn't blame me. She'll probably tell my dad. Don't worry, you're so wonderful, my family will accept you."
Indeed, as long as they worked together, everything would develop in a positive direction.
Daisy said happily, "When do you plan to meet my parents?"
"Tomorrow. Today is too tight, I need to prepare," Huangfu Shaohua said with a smile.
"Okay, I'll hang up now and tell them. They'll be very happy to see you tomorrow," Daisy said, hanging up with a beaming smile.
...
In the evening, Huangfu Mengqi was working overtime at the group when she suddenly received a call from her mother.
"Qiqi, come home. I have something important to tell you," Wu Xiufang said in an authoritative tone.
Huangfu Mengqi replied, "Mom, what is it? I still have work to finish, can't it wait until tomorrow?"
"No, something big has happened at home! Your dad is back, are you busier than your dad?"
Huangfu Mengqi was startled by her tone and asked, "Everything is fine, what big thing could have happened? Could it be that you or Dad have been diagnosed with a terminal illness..."
"Nonsense, our health is fine. Come back first and we'll talk." Wu Xiufang insisted she return.
"Mom, don't be so dramatic. I'll come back then." Huangfu Mengqi had no choice but to put down her work and pack her things.
She walked out of her office and saw that besides her secretary, only Song Jiaping was still working overtime in the outer office area.