The 70s Novel: The Supporting Character Just Wants to Lie Down-Chapter 196: Coming Clean with Worries

Wang Miaomiao saw her like this and knew she couldn’t hide it anymore. Sigh... she knew that bringing Jiang Yan back would definitely cause trouble, but she didn’t expect that he’d expose everything as soon as they met.

That man definitely did it on purpose, it really pissed her off... 𝕗𝚛𝚎𝚎𝐰𝗲𝗯𝗻𝚘𝚟𝚎𝗹.𝕔𝐨𝕞

"Auntie, you guessed it, huh." At the kitchen door, Jiang Yan had been standing there for who knows how long.

Seeing him, Wang Miaomiao felt both angry and somewhat relieved. Since she couldn’t hide it, she decided not to struggle anymore.

At this moment, Jiang Yan was looking at Liu Yulan with a face full of admiration, his eyes showing a hint of affectionate admiration, but his tone was somewhat bitter, "Auntie, I didn’t want to hide it from everyone either, but..."

He spoke haltingly, carefully glancing at Wang Miaomiao, then pulled a forced smile, his gaze flickering yet sincere, "I’ve been so busy these past six months, I didn’t have the time. Besides, for such a big matter, we wanted to inform you and Uncle face to face, seriously."

Jiang Yan’s words were half true, half false, but Liu Yulan felt quite comforted listening to them. No matter what, his explanation was considerate of her daughter.

Jiang Yan as a son-in-law? Liu Yulan couldn’t help but recall that long ago, every month, he would go to school to pick up her daughter. Later, even after he left, he arranged for the second son-in-law to continue picking her up, and he treated their family well. Even the factory quota was given easily...

Thinking back now, could it all be...?

Liu Yulan dished out the cooked meals, handing them to Wang Miaomiao to take out, then looked seriously at the younger man she had always liked, "How long have you liked our Miaomiao?"

Jiang Yan replied without hesitation and seriously, "For three years. Miaomiao is smart, lively, young, and beautiful. I’ve been deeply attracted to her for a long time. Unfortunately, she was too young at the time, so I could only wait for her to grow up. Later, by chance, I found out she wanted to join the military, so I naturally helped her. It’s fate that we ended up together."

Wang Miaomiao thought to herself, ’Oh, please... this guy’s words are impeccable, yet so shameless. He said all the pretty words.’

Liu Yulan’s eyes flickered. So it was true. Listening to his story and confession, even she couldn’t help but feel moved...

However, looking at the handsome and impressive man before her, he was indeed excellent in all aspects, but perhaps too excellent—were they really compatible? A trace of worry crossed Liu Yulan’s mind.

"Let’s eat dinner first." Wang Miaomiao had finished setting the table, with chopsticks and bowls ready, just waiting for the two of them to sit down.

The room was only sixty to seventy square meters, and everyone in the living room had already heard their conversation, after all, Jiang Yan wasn’t trying to hide his words.

As the two walked over to sit down, Yang Zhigang had been watching his eldest son with surprise, incredulity, and a touch of smugness... his emotions were a mix.

"Eldest, is this... true?" Seeing Jiang Yan sit down, Yang Zhigang couldn’t help but move closer, asking quietly.

"Yes, from now on, you’re my brother-in-law. Don’t call me eldest, you’re of a higher seniority, just call me by my name." Jiang Yan admitted frankly, which Yang Zhigang found hard to get used to.

"Xiao Jiang? Hehe..." Yang Zhigang tried calling once, somewhat awkwardly, then muttered it a few more times, "Xiao Jiang, Xiao Jiang... brother-in-law."

"Better call me brother-in-law; Xiao Jiang sounds a bit awkward." Yang Zhigang finally decided on brother-in-law, it felt closer and more natural.

Jiang Yan smiled but didn’t comment, as these were secondary issues; the main thing was the attitude of his future mother-in-law and father-in-law.

His future father-in-law hadn’t said a word so far, which made him a bit uneasy.

"Uncle, I’m dating Miaomiao, and I hope to have your and auntie’s blessing."

Jiang Yan spoke with straightforwardness and sincerity, causing Wang Baoxing to pause his hand holding the wine glass. He was silent for a few seconds before saying, "What does your family say? There’s such a big gap between our two families, it’s not a good match."

Wang Baoxing’s words brought Liu Yulan back to her senses, "Yes, Xiao Jiang, how many people are there in your family? What did they say?"

"My family has met Miaomiao, and they all agree." Jiang Yan explained his family background, generations back. The room was silent, with only his clear voice speaking, each person lost in their thoughts.

Wang Jia Bao was more than a thousand times agreeable, wishing he could openly call him brother-in-law, hoping for a bright future together.

Wang Pandi and Yang Zhigang laughed, having no objections. Jiang Yan was familiar, and their sister marrying someone who liked her, and whom they knew, seemed great.

The most important opinion was from Liu Yulan. She had always liked Jiang Yan, and hearing his assurances, she felt like he would make a good son-in-law. It would be good for their son’s and daughter’s future...

Don’t call her materialistic; the world is such that those weaker seek protection from the strong as a norm.

As for Wang Baoxing, he felt somewhat disappointed. His precious little cabbage was being eyed, and who knows when they’d just take it away under his watch—how could he not feel sad?

"When do you plan to finalize things?" Since it had come to this, as the daughter’s family, they were naturally at a disadvantage, so the process must be completed and her status settled to feel at ease.

"I’m still young, no rush." Wang Miaomiao quickly interjected, fearing this might occur, which is why she wanted to keep it from her family for now.

Liu Yulan, unimpressed, said, "Young what? You’ll be eighteen at the start of the year. I introduced you to someone, and you refused; now that it’s your choice, are you satisfied?" These words had a slightly sarcastic tone.

Wang Miaomiao laughed awkwardly, "Oh, bygone be bygone, don’t bring up the past." She felt like she’d slapped herself, having previously vowed never to marry, yet here she was, with a man brought home...

"I also want to finalize it; my feelings for Miaomiao are absolutely genuine." The little person inside Jiang Yan’s heart was overjoyed; it was indeed right to come over this time. If he won over both the mother-in-law and father-in-law, how could the wife escape?

"I’ll listen to whatever Auntie and Uncle say." Outwardly, Jiang Yan remained respectful.

"There’s only a five-day leave, it’s a bit rushed..." Liu Yulan worried, "Can’t you stay a few more days?"

"The leave definitely can’t be extended." Jiang Yan thought for a moment, "I can call and have my dad come over first with the betrothal gifts. Then, the two families can have a meal, and consider it a small engagement. After the new year, we’ll pick a date and come back when there’s time to hold a banquet."

Wang Miaomiao frowned, finding it overly troublesome. She quickly stopped him, "No need for such trouble, isn’t it pointless to keep making trips? As long as we know it’s settled, it’s fine. Besides, big ceremonies aren’t trendy anymore. As soldiers, we should especially mind the impact."

Jiang Yan’s eyes gleamed upon hearing her tone; the little girl had already compromised. He couldn’t help feeling a surge of excitement deep in his heart.

In truth, he was also worried that coming along and causing such a scene might result in her outright refusal if she really didn’t want it, which wouldn’t be pleasant.

Fortunately, she seemed willing...