In the past, Dad always forced me to do various things, even meddling in my marriage. Unexpectedly, Dad has become a lot more open-minded now.

Why did this open-mindedness have to come so late? I’ve already lost the person I love most in my life, so what’s the point? How can they not see this? It doesn’t matter to them anyway; they think I can be with anyone, and now it truly is like that.

"Dad, actually, I’m very happy. Since Grandpa likes it, I want Grandpa to be happy, and then I’ll be happy too."

Yang Chaoyu finished speaking, but there wasn’t a trace of joy on his face, which made people feel especially sorry. Even those below noticed it. Su Zining clenched his fists; it was all because of that man that his wife didn’t like him. 𝙛𝒓𝒆𝙚𝒘𝒆𝓫𝙣𝓸𝙫𝓮𝒍.𝒄𝒐𝓶

"Yiyi, don’t worry. As your husband, I will definitely protect your safety in the future. Whatever you want, I will do everything possible to get it for you. I just hope that we can live well together in the future, making Grandpa and your father completely at ease. I will also take good care of you as a good husband."

Upon hearing Su Zining’s promise before marriage, Xiao Keyi nodded slightly, looking especially indifferent.

Su Zining felt a bit disappointed inside. Wasn’t Xiao Keyi always warm to everyone? Why was her expression so indifferent towards him? Could it be that she really didn’t like him? Thinking of this possibility, Su Zining showed an ugly smile.

At this time, Yiyang Qianxi was feeling a bit regretful. His granddaughter was dissatisfied, so all the efforts he made seemed to have been in vain.

"Yiyi, I’m truly sorry. Originally, Grandpa wanted to follow your wishes, but Grandpa really wants to see your happiness, so I hope you won’t blame Grandpa, okay?"

After hearing Grandpa’s words, Xiao Keyi turned her head to look at her grandfather, forcing a smile on her face: "Grandpa, you’ve always been great to me, so how dare I not listen to you? As long as it’s what you want, that’s the best, right? Could it be that you’d really harm me? You won’t harm me, so why wouldn’t I listen to you? Well, I understand it all. I will definitely listen to you well and fulfill this marriage. Perhaps it’s not such a bad marriage."

Yiyang Qianxi instantly didn’t know what to say, looking particularly worriedly at his granddaughter. He had thought she would throw a fit, but the one thing he hadn’t anticipated was her calm expression and serene words, which made him even more concerned.

And now Xiao Keyi had come to terms with it; as long as her grandfather was happy, that was enough. Besides, she couldn’t get the best anyway—perhaps this lifetime was just like that. Since she didn’t have the power to choose everything, she would try her best to make those around her happy.

The butler couldn’t stand it anymore and slightly tugged on Yiyang Qianxi’s clothes: "Sir, why not discuss this matter later? I think the young lady isn’t in a good state today, so don’t force her to make this decision. It wouldn’t be bad to talk about this later. We’re not in a hurry anyway, and your health, I think it’s good right now too."

The young lady’s state isn’t right, and the young lady has had weak health since childhood. We shouldn’t let this matter make her condition more unstable, which is something you surely don’t want to see.

Yiyang Qianxi was now particularly hesitant, looking toward the young people nearby, though others were fine, but this young man needed an excuse...

Although Su Zining felt a bit disappointed at this time, given the situation’s current development, if he didn’t give in a little, he was afraid he would leave a bad impression in Xiao Keyi’s heart, which would be futile even if they got married afterward. Therefore, Su Zining thought that if he gave in slightly, perhaps Xiao Keyi would feel a bit better in her heart.

So he raised his hand and stepped forward, pretending to be humble and polite: "Grandpa, let’s follow the young lady’s wishes on this matter. If she doesn’t want to get engaged now, that’s fine; however long it takes, I’ll wait for her. Besides, seeing her today, I think she’s really tired, so let her rest first; don’t let her get tired. No matter what, I believe she’s destined to be mine sooner or later, and she won’t be taken away."

After Su Zining finished speaking, he looked at Xu Ke.

The butler shook his head. This young man was too confident. If others said this, the butler might think there was a little possibility. But this young man had just interacted with the lady, and the lady currently only had Xu Ke in her heart, so how could this young man be so overly confident?

And at this time, Xiao Keyi was incredulous. Su Zining actually made concessions—could it be that this person also didn’t like her and was forced by his family?

And Su Zining at this time looked warmly at Xiao Keyi: "Young lady, rest assured, however long it takes, I’ll wait for you. But I hope the young lady will give me such a chance, letting me have the right to fair competition with others. I’m sure the young lady won’t be stingy with this chance, won’t you, young lady?"

Everyone was waiting for Xiao Keyi’s answer, but people below saw them talking yet couldn’t understand what was said.

Yiyang Qianxi finally laughed heartily. After all, for Yiyang Qianxi, such a scene was the easiest to control.

"Oh my, I just joked with everyone; I hope you won’t take it to heart. By the way, this time, let’s talk about the succession of the family enterprise. I’m still hale and hearty. As for my granddaughter’s marriage, I’ll let you know when there’s news. The person beside me here is a friend I just met. He’s particularly talented and has earned my admiration, so he’ll later work in our company."

Yiyang Qianxi lightly said it, but others felt this young man’s identity was extraordinary and began to speculate, yet couldn’t guess all the reasons.

"Oh, I think this young man might be the son-in-law Yiyang Qianxi selected. And earlier, Yiyang Qianxi started talking but seemed to have discussed something with others. Also, the young lady seemed unsatisfied—could it be because of her that the wedding is canceled? This young lady is too unreasonable; obviously, the parents are satisfied, and the guy seems okay too."

"All right, just shut up. After all, the young lady doesn’t like him, can everyone really force her into marriage? Also, don’t make random guesses without knowing anything; we’re here to enjoy the birthday banquet, not to stir trouble."

"Anyway, I think there’s big news here; everyone, take a good look."