Chapter 159: Chapter 159

Meng Cheng’an isn’t dumb; he immediately understood that everyone was supporting him.

But marriage is a big deal and can’t be handled carelessly.

Hu Honglian: "Cheng’an, if you want to get married, we can discuss it. But marriage happens only once in a lifetime; it shouldn’t be taken lightly. Let’s prepare it well, whenever it can be done during the winter or summer vacation."

Hu Honglian supported the idea of her daughter getting married while in school, but it’s not like it should happen immediately. She was thinking about preparing for it and choosing a good day to get it done.

Meng Cheng’an nodded, "Auntie, Uncle, Grandma, I understand. I’ll call Grandpa, and Tian Xiang won’t be mistreated."

Yes, yes, that’s exactly what it means.

Hu Honglian chuckled.

The next afternoon, Meng Cheng’an called Beijing and also took Tian Xiang to the post office.

He dialed directly to Mr. Meng’s office.

Mr. Meng was a bit surprised. That brat acted as if he didn’t want this grandpa after going back over there; even making a call required timing. So what, did the sun rise from the west today?

"What’s up? Out of money?"

"Grandpa, I want to get married."

The old man was stunned.

Meng Cheng’an quickly explained his wish to get married, sharing how holding a banquet, getting the marriage certificate, and going to school wouldn’t conflict.

Mr. Meng nodded repeatedly as he listened.

His precious grandson finally came around. He had such thoughts before and had mentioned it.

It was just that the grandson was too foolish, only listening to his granddaughter-in-law, treating even dating with utmost caution, afraid she’d leave if unhappy, not daring to bring up such matters.

So, this was probably the idea from the Tian family.

Great, the in-laws are really nice people, very considerate of them.

Their marriage should be done right; Mr. Meng wouldn’t allow Meng Cheng’an to skimp on it.

Back when the two just started dating, Xiangxiang faced so much pressure and hardship; she deserves to be honored properly.

If they want a grand wedding, it requires preparation months in advance. So, forget about this summer; the winter vacation at the end of the year would be most fitting.

Meng Cheng’an felt a bit dejected when he heard he’d have to wait.

The old man said, "If you mentioned it half a year earlier, it would have been done by now."

Meng Cheng’an was silent.

In the first half of the year, his fiancée focused entirely on her studies, how could he bring up these things?

The old man: "Alright, alright, whether you’re getting married or not, you’ve both endured till now, and Xiangxiang will be coming here for school soon. You can see each other at least once a week. Just hold on a bit longer."

Meng Cheng’an: "I understand, Grandpa. Sorry to trouble you with our matters."

Oh my, he’s talking about getting married and has indeed matured, even using the word ’trouble.’

Mr. Meng suddenly felt his nose tingle.

This is the first time he’s heard his precious grandson use this word.

"Don’t worry, Grandpa will make sure you and Tian Xiang have a grand wedding."

After hanging up, Mr. Meng called his secretary in.

"Help me find out who had the most impressive wedding in recent years. I want to not just match, but surpass it and do the same for my AnAn..."

On the other side, Meng Cheng’an went out right after hanging up the phone. Tian Xiang was waiting for him at the door.

"Did you finish the call?"

Meng Cheng’an nodded.

"What did Grandpa say?"

"He supports it; he’ll prepare for the wedding."

Meng Cheng’an said as he reached over to hold Tian Xiang’s hand.

In his heart, he was happy and just wanted to touch her.

Xi Xi: "We’re on the street, you know."

Although there weren’t many people, being seen in public wasn’t good.

Before, whenever Tian Xiang refused, Meng Cheng’an would let go properly.

This time, he didn’t listen; he held on tighter, smiling with the corners of his mouth raised.

In the days that followed, Tian Xiang submitted her resignation to the factory and started to hand over her work.

The ladies in the family compound knew she was leaving and felt quite reluctant.

Mr. Tian handled affairs skillfully, always had more solutions than problems, and there was nothing she couldn’t resolve.

Having such a person in the family compound improved neighborhood relations.

But she’s going to study and improve herself, so it’s understandable.

In the last week, whenever Tian Xiang visited the family compound, she often received small gifts like a handful of peanuts or an egg, all showing their fondness for her.

On her last day at the factory, the union organized a farewell party, and representatives from the factory committee and department attended, giving her small gifts.

Tian Xiang hadn’t felt much before, but now that she was leaving, she felt a bit sad. After all, she had spent nearly two years there and had grown attached.

That day, instead of going home for dinner, Tian Xiang and Meng Cheng’an invited Chen Yong and Zhuang Ermei to Bridgehead Restaurant.

She was leaving on a train the day after tomorrow, about to depart, so she asked everyone to gather.

Zhuang Ermei raised her glass to thank Tian Xiang for matchmaking her. She now had a job and was a mother, with a good relationship with her husband; she was quite content.

A marriage, Tian Xiang only acted as an introducer. Whether it would work out and how life would turn out depended on oneself.

In the blink of an eye, the day of departure arrived.

This time, they bought the overnight train again.

Traveling at night wasn’t pleasant, and both had luggage, so Meng Cheng’an asked Director Lin to send a factory car to take them.

While Tian Xiang was packing, Hu Honglian was by her side, offering advice on everything from food, accommodation, to interacting with the Meng family members, continuously teaching and advising her daughter.

"Let me tell you, regarding Cheng’an’s stepmother and sister, you should maintain the necessary etiquette if you meet them. Give children their red envelopes as customary and prepare small gifts. Regardless of Cheng’an’s relationship with them, do everything you should and don’t let them find faults."

What happened with Meng Cheng’an’s father, Tian Xiang certainly had to tell the family.

Although Hu Honglian also felt that the in-law didn’t handle things well—his own son had hardly been with him all these years, and now, after finally reuniting, he was eager to remarry and have a daughter. How could that make Meng Cheng’an happy?

But since things are , she can only do her best to handle her own matters well.

Tian Xiang: "Mom, I understand."

The mother and daughter finished talking, grabbed their things, and headed out.

Outside, Meng Cheng’an was already waiting.

Checking the time, they could head out to wait for the driver.

It’s inconvenient to go to the train station late at night, so it’s better to send them directly on the small car.

A group of people stood at the alley entrance with their luggage for a while until the car arranged by the factory arrived.

"Dad, Mom, Second Brother, I’m leaving."

The word ’Mom’ brought a twinge to Hu Honglian’s nose, and she held back tears with effort.

Hu Honglian: "Take care over there, and if anything comes up, send a telegram or call your brother’s school."

Tian Xiang: "Got it."

Hu Honglian, still worried, called out to Meng Cheng’an again, "Tian Xiang is in your hands. She’s never left home and can be stubborn. Look after her and be more accommodating."

Meng Cheng’an nodded, "Auntie, Uncle, rest assured."