The Soft-Hearted Wife of Mr. Big Shot-Chapter 131: Silver Rings

But there’s more to that statement: A man’s initial enthusiasm is at its peak, then gradually declines to the lowest point.

In the beginning, Leo was really, really good to her, and Holly wondered if Leo’s affection for her would diminish. It shouldn’t, right?

She trusts Leo.

"Here you go."

Leo handed a cup of milk tea to Holly, inserting a straw with a very gentle voice.

It was the flavor the young girl liked, white peach oolong milk tea.

"Thank you, big brother."

Holly blinked, pleasure written all over her face.

No matter how busy he was, Leo always remembered to bring her treats. Today it was milk tea, tomorrow a small cake, the day after a sweet delight.

Anyway, Leo would change things up and bring her something tasty.

He treated her very well.

"You two, stop being so lovey-dovey, okay?"

Nancy couldn’t help but say, looking at Holly and Leo with disdain.

Seriously, these bursts of affection were everywhere. She thought she hadn’t even eaten yet, and she already felt a bit full.

"It’s time to eat, go wash your hands and eat."

Wendy called out and then went to the kitchen to bring out the prepared dishes.

It was evident that Leo and Holly had a good relationship. The way they interacted suggested they could go a long way together.

"You two seem to have a great relationship."

Wendy complimented, her face full of joy.

Holly: "It’s alright."

Perhaps it really was quite good.

"Holly is wonderful, she’s worth being good to."

Leo slightly curled his lips, speaking softly.

Holly truly was amazing, and he should be good to her because she’s worth it.

"Holly truly is wonderful."

Wendy didn’t deny it; she indeed thought Holly was a lovely young lady.

"Are you trying to know more about me, ma’am?"

Leo took the initiative to ask, figuring that Wendy inviting him to dinner was just a way to get to know him better.

She wanted to check him out for Holly.

"Kind of."

Wendy rubbed her hands, speaking a bit shyly.

She felt she didn’t have much standing, but she genuinely wanted to know more.

Holly and Nancy had a great relationship, and she quite liked Holly. To her, Holly was like half a daughter.

"Feel free to ask anything you’d like to know."

Leo addressed Wendy with a respectful "ma’am," his voice gentle.

Wendy asked Leo about his family situation in detail, and Leo earnestly responded while peeling shrimp for Holly.

The young girl actually loved these foods with shells, but was too lazy to do it herself.

Wendy watched Leo’s actions, then looked at Holly, who ate with a sense of entitlement, and nodded in satisfaction.

Their usual interaction seemed quite good.

Nancy remained silent throughout, focused on her bowl, as the delicious dishes on the table no longer appealed to her.

The taste of public displays of affection was a bit overwhelming.

"As for Holly, my stance is either we’re not together, or we’re together for life."

Leo firmly held Holly’s hand as he spoke earnestly, his tone exceptionally serious.

He had expressed his intentions to Holly from the start, either not beginning or lasting a lifetime.

His attitude was firm, staunch from the very beginning.

"I hope you can do it."

Wendy, listening to Leo’s words, felt inexplicably moved as she spoke softly.

Young love is sweet, sensational, with limitless fantasies about the future. She hoped that Leo would remember his words now and in the future.

Sweet words always make people feel touched.

Leo’s gaze was full of determination: "I will."

He will, he’ll make it happen, and keep the young girl by his side forever.

The meal concluded amid the conversation, and Wendy was quite satisfied with Leo. Leo truly was good to Holly.

"Here, this is something I made from old coins."

Wendy took out a box and handed it to Holly, speaking slowly with a smile on her lips.

Holly opened it to find a pair of diamond rings, very plain, made of pure silver, with no patterns on them, quite ordinary.

"They aren’t worth much, I hope Holly doesn’t mind."

Wendy said, feeling this gift might be a bit unpresentable, given its low price.

Considering Leo’s high status, this ring indeed seemed a bit cheap.

"Thank you, ma’am, I really like them."

Holly slightly curled her lips, her smile particularly gentle.

What she liked was never the price but the sentiment. Wendy was very thoughtful, and she felt very happy.

Wendy remained silent, her gaze shifting to Leo. Holly didn’t mind, but she feared Leo might care.

"They could serve as our engagement rings."

Leo took the rings from Holly’s hand, his smile subtle. The rings were plain but quite beautiful.

Holly didn’t like flashy things.

Dating, engagement, and marriage should be in order, and everything he should give to Holly, he would.

"It’s still early."

Holly tugged at Leo’s shirt, her cheeks flushed.

When Leo talked about the engagement, Holly felt sweet inside but kept a calm exterior.

"Yes, there’s no rush."

Leo gently rubbed Holly’s head, his voice full of affection.

It’s still early. They’ve only been dating for a short time, and there’s no need to rush the engagement, though he dearly wanted it.

If he could, he’d go and register their marriage at the civil affairs bureau with the young girl right now.

The young girl was already 21; she could get married as per the country’s legal age.

"Engagement and marriage aren’t urgent; you’re both still very young."

Wendy said, smiling warmly.

Young people nowadays advocate for late marriage and late childbirth, and there’s no need to decide too early.

After chatting a bit, Holly and Leo left.

"When we get back to A, I’ll go see your mom, alright?"

Leo held Holly’s hand, his smile intense as he looked into Holly’s eyes, full of anticipation.

He didn’t know whether Rose, Holly’s mother, would be satisfied with him.

"Alright."

Holly nodded.

This step is inevitable, just a matter of time, having dated Leo for under three months, proceeding to meet the parents might seem a bit fast, but it’s alright.

She had made up her mind about Leo.

"Do you think your mom won’t like me?"

Leo asked Holly suddenly, looking at her.

He was always standing tall, always admired by others, yet suddenly, he was filled with an indescribable emotion.

Afraid that Rose might dislike him, find him unsatisfying.

It’s said that a marriage only approved by the parents is best, so Leo wanted Rose to be satisfied with him.

"Who I like, she likes."

Holly tightly held Leo’s hand, speaking softly, her voice particularly gentle.

Rose would respect her decision, wouldn’t meddle in her matters, and Leo was so good that it was impossible for Rose to be dissatisfied.