Chapter 172: Chapter 172

Meng Cheng’an lingered around and wouldn’t leave.

Tian Xiang couldn’t just ignore it and let him rest in her room for a while.

Her bed, of course, Meng Cheng’an wanted to sleep in it, but as soon as he pulled up the blanket, his heart started racing, and he held onto Tian Xiang.

"Can’t you keep me company?"

Tian Xiang: "What nonsense." The door was still open.

Meng Cheng’an: "Kiss me before you go, you make the move."

Tian Xiang thought for a moment, "Alright. Let’s consider it your reward."

He came over early to surprise her, which was commendable.

Meng Cheng’an slept for about two hours and woke up past nine.

Today, the Meng Family would be coming over, Tian Weibing took a leave, and Tian Chenhui was also there.

Tian Haiyun had taken his wife and kids to work in the county after the new year and would return tomorrow.

Around eleven, three cars stopped on the main road outside; the old man and his party had arrived.

Hu Honglian had been waiting for a long time, and the candy and peanuts were already set out.

Director Wu from the street and the director from the police station also came early to remind everyone not to disturb when the leaders arrived, nor to gawp; just stay at home.

They’re important figures, escorted by guards. If you’re mistaken for trouble, no one will come to your rescue!

So when the old man and his party arrived, the whole alley was quiet, and no one dared to go over and watch, just peeking from their windows.

It was just a few members of the Meng Family, the old man and Meng Zhi, and the family of three of Meng Xiuyuan.

Because of work commitments, Meng Shaoqing would only arrive on the morning of the eighth.

The family had four guards and two assistants, quite the display!

Seeing Hu Honglian and Tian Weibing, the old man laughed heartily and stepped forward to shake hands with them.

It had been two years since their last meeting.

Back then, the old man thought he would return when he had time, but meetings had been endless, and he couldn’t break away.

Seeing the old man again, the Tian Family couple felt a lot of emotions; the old man’s hair was almost completely white, time waits for no man!

After brief introductions, Hu Honglian invited everyone inside to sit.

The Meng Family also brought gifts this time, including the best cigarettes, alcohol, and nutritional supplements from Beijing.

The old man said to Hu Honglian, "In-laws, don’t bother, I’ve already booked a room at a restaurant, let’s have a meal together and further discuss the kids’ wedding to finalize everything."

Hu Honglian nodded, knowing some matters did indeed need to be discussed.

At noon, the two families went to the restaurant to eat and didn’t disperse until after three in the afternoon.

The next day, Meng Cheng’an came to take Tian Xiang to the restaurant to taste the dishes they planned to serve the following day before each returned home to prepare for the wedding.

This time, the event was rather grand, with the entire restaurant booked.

Tian Family invited as many relatives and friends as possible to make it lively.

Most of the Meng Family’s relatives were in Beijing, so since there would be another ceremony there in a few days, they weren’t coming; the guests mainly included the old man’s comrades and subordinates as well as local officials.

The next day, Tian Xiang got up before six; the family had breakfast first, and then started changing outfits and getting dressed up.

Her sister-in-law, Wang Shanshan, went into Tian Xiang’s boudoir to help her with her wedding dress and also gave some advice on married life.

People are conservative now, and some things need to be taught before marriage, or else it could lead to awkwardness.

They didn’t plan to have children yet and needed to take the appropriate measures.

Tian Xiang’s face reddened as she listened.

After eight in the morning, Meng Zhi arrived with a set of jewelry and cosmetics to personally help Tian Xiang with her makeup.

While the few inside were busy dressing the bride, some relatives began to arrive in the small living room outside.

Besides red envelopes, some close ones also added to the dowry, bringing items like bedding and basins.

After dropping off their gifts, everyone wanted a glance at the bride; seeing Tian Xiang’s grand white dress left them bewildered.

Hu Honglian explained to everyone that this was called a wedding dress, and that’s what foreigners wear when they marry.

Today, a few from the Tian Family also wore custom-made clothes and had dressed up nicely.

The women wore cheongsams paired with fur coats.

The men each had a suit; even Tian Weibing wore one, complete with a tie.

The family dressed up looked completely different from before.

Everyone understood that this was how foreigners dressed for weddings.

Although some elders felt white wasn’t suitable for a joyful day, the wedding dress was indeed beautiful.

To match the dress, Tian Xiang had styled her hair up, wore earrings with unknown luminous gems, a pearl necklace, and tasteful makeup, looking like a fairy.

This attire was specifically designed for her by Meng Zhi, and the result was breathtakingly beautiful.

Past ten in the morning, the wedding party arrived.

Hearing the sound of firecrackers at the door, Tian Xiang inexplicably started feeling nervous.

Soon after, Meng Cheng’an stepped into Tian Xiang’s boudoir, surrounded by people.

Seeing him dissipated all of Tian Xiang’s nervousness.

The custom-made suit for this wedding was a formal black with a bow tie. Although Tian Xiang had seen it during his fitting before, seeing him wear it now made her heart skip a beat.

Choosing a handsome man was wise; just looking at him could lift your mood for the entire day.

Tian Xiang smiled with satisfaction.

Meng Cheng’an stared at her sitting on the bed, his heart also racing.

Tian Xiang looked stunning in attire, like a princess from a castle, the most beautiful woman in the world.

He must have been a monk in his previous life, saving all his luck just to meet her in this life.

Meng Cheng’an was also smiling, a little bittersweet inside, overwhelmed with joy.

At this moment, Meng Zhi came up and whispered to her nephew, "Surprised?"

Meng Cheng’an nodded.

Meng Zhi: "Do you like it?"

Meng Cheng’an continued nodding.

Meng Zhi grinned mischievously, "Do you love her?"

Meng Cheng’an paused, blushed, and seeing Tian Xiang staring intently at him, nodded once more.

Getting the shy and reserved nephew to publicly admit his love was quite a feat.

Meng Zhi was very pleased, applauded her nephew, and then teased, "Carry your bride out."

Meng Cheng’an thought it was a necessary tradition for the wedding, so he obediently did as told.

Everyone gasped and laughed, impressed by the groom’s strength!

From the courtyard to the front alley, it took about three minutes.

Meng Cheng’an carried Tian Xiang all the way.

Tian Xiang clung tightly to his neck, a bit worried he might not have the strength.

Nearing the alley’s exit, Meng Cheng’an whispered to her, "Don’t worry, I can hold you. Don’t cling so tightly, you’re making it hard for me to keep my head up."

The two soon got into the car and headed to the restaurant.

Meng Zhi, along with Tian Weibing and Hu Honglian, were in the car behind.

Although her daughter and son-in-law were just in front, as soon as she got into the car, Hu Honglian felt a pang of unexpected sadness, and tears welled up uncontrollably.

Ah, from now on, when her daughter visits, it will be returning to her maternal home.