Chapter 98: Chapter 98

Meng Cheng’an is here, with a bundle of things on the front of his bike, including cigarettes, wine, fruit cans, and milk powder.

This guy, I just asked him to bring me a bike, why did he buy so many things?

Tian Xiang was a bit stunned; he couldn’t be thinking about formally coming over today, could he?

Meng Cheng’an indeed had planned it that way.

With Grandpa not around and only him at home, and no one to guide him on proper etiquette, he thought it wouldn’t be right to come empty-handed, so he went to the grocery store and bought a pack of things to bring along.

But just this morning, Tian Xiang had told Hu Honglian to first observe, and if they couldn’t find a suitable time later, then formalize their relationship.

Now this has made it...

Tian Xiang and Hu Honglian looked bewildered, not knowing whether to accept it.

Meng Cheng’an saw their expressions and realized he had been too abrupt; he was also very nervous inside, his face flushing unintentionally.

Tian Xiang noticed, felt a pang of sympathy, smiled broadly, and took the things from his hands, politely saying, "You left the bike, why bring so many things? Come in quickly."

Tian Xiang pulled him inside and poured him some tea.

Seeing her daughter accept the things, Hu Honglian felt a tight squeeze in her heart and thought her daughter did wrong. If they weren’t discussing a relationship, they shouldn’t accept the gifts.

But with so many people watching, she couldn’t say anything, so she laughed a few times, dispersed the gossiping crowd outside, and then brought out some melon seeds and peanuts to entertain Meng Cheng’an.

Seeing Hu Honglian’s embarrassed expression, Meng Cheng’an knew that what he did was inappropriate, expressed thanks twice, and was about to leave with his bicycle.

Tian Xiang went out to see him off, and they took the opportunity to talk outside.

As soon as they left, the dispersed crowd quickly gathered again, all asking Hu Honglian who that young man was, if he was Tian Xiang’s boyfriend?

He looks quite good, tall and handsome, with a great temperament that matches Tian Xiang!

Hu Honglian laughed heartily.

No, no, just a colleague from the factory; they’re not dating.

If they’re not dating, why did he come with such a big bundle?

Hu Honglian: "Didn’t you see that young man was injured? It’s all because of the rescue mission this time, and my Xiangxiang just happened to save him, so he brought things over to express his thanks..."

Hu Honglian wouldn’t admit to those matters; if people knew about the Meng Family’s background, not only would they look down on them, but their family would also be alienated in this area, and relatives might not associate with them.

This morning, Hu Honglian was only considering her family’s thoughts, without thinking carefully; now she increasingly felt the marriage proposal wouldn’t work.

Pity that boy Meng Cheng’an, quite good in every aspect, but the background...

She must act quickly and find a suitable one for her daughter.

On the other side, Tian Xiang rode the bike, taking Meng Cheng’an to the riverbank.

It was deep winter, and the riverbank was freezing cold.

But there was no choice; there was nowhere else to go.

Parking the bike by a tree, Tian Xiang pointed to some women washing labor protection gloves across the river and said, "Before Zhuang Ermei married Jiang Gaojun, she worked in the labor protection glove group as the deputy leader.

It’s tough work, especially in winter when chilblains grow on your hands.

But now it’s better; Zhuang Ermei is married over there and doesn’t have to do this anymore. I heard the Jiang Family is trying to find her a job over there."

Tian Xiang didn’t know what to say, so she chatted idly with him.

Meng Cheng’an kicked the pebbles at his feet and cautiously asked her, "Does your mom not approve of me?"

When Meng Cheng’an said this, he was very careful, not daring to look at Tian Xiang, afraid of hearing anything bad, like the family doesn’t allow her to date, or to give up on their relationship.

Tian Xiang stared at the "big villain" characters on his forehead, a bit puzzled.

Isn’t he the big villain; hasn’t he turned dark!

This person clearly has the potential to kill, burn, and destroy the world, yet at this moment, he seems like a pitiable child waiting for affirmation and comfort.

Tian Xiang: "I told my mom about your family’s situation. Although she doesn’t , she didn’t outright reject it either, just said to look into it more, and let the family discuss it before deciding."

Normally, facing a situation like the Meng Family’s, everyone should consider it carefully!

Meng Cheng’an understood and said, "Oh," and continued, "Then what about us in the future..."

Although he didn’t want her to have a falling out with her family over him, that day in the brick kiln, they had already confirmed their relationship and discussed what to do in the future; she couldn’t break her promise.

The thought of her breaking up with him made Meng Cheng’an feel restless inside, wanting desperately to find something to vent his frustration.

But before he could finish speaking, Tian Xiang held his hand.

Tian Xiang looked at him with a gentle smile, "What are you worried about? Haven’t we confirmed our relationship before! I, Tian Xiang, keep my word; no matter what happens, we can’t be separated.

Moreover, my mom just said to consider it, didn’t directly say no. What are you so nervous about? Don’t worry about it; we can keep it private, just avoid being too high-profile.

Just wait until your grandpa comes back to discuss future matters."

Though Tian Xiang seemed calm on the surface, inside she was extremely nervous.

Just now, when Meng Cheng’an was speaking with his head down, the label on his forehead moved, and the words "rage" seemed to return!

Tian Xiang was so scared she almost screamed, could not care about anything else and quickly pulled him to reassure him.

Actually, she thought the same inside; a small difficulty wouldn’t hinder them, and she would find a way to resolve family matters.

Meng Cheng’an also smiled, like a well-behaved child who had received reassurance.

"Okay, I’ll listen to you."

At night, Tian Chuying, who had been receiving investigations at the police station, returned.

Tian Weijun went to fetch her, and the father and daughter took the bus back, encountering many people on the way, all asking what the situation was, whether Tian Xiang would get hurt, if she would go to jail, etc.

Within a short afternoon, Tian Chuying’s crimes had spread through the streets.

This girl always seemed normal before! Over the past half year, she doesn’t know what evil she encountered, meeting Lu Feng not only made her dumb but also ruthless, doing things like harming her cousin.

Having lost face so badly, the father and daughter couldn’t say anything, daring not to utter a sound, they returned home and immediately closed the door.

In the main room, He Cuifen, who had been sitting there for half a day, saw her daughter return, didn’t say anything, just slapped her.

"Tian Chuying, have you gone insane? Without Lu Feng, you can’t live, can you!!"

The recent incidents her daughter had caused were all related to Lu Feng; just a harbinger of doom!

Tian Chuying covered her face, gritted her teeth and said, "Yes, I live this life just to marry him! No one thinks to separate me and him; I, Tian Chuying, am determined to marry that man!!"

Before the incident, if there was an unavoidable reason to let go, Tian Chuying would consider it.

But now, she has lost her reputation, and her job is almost gone; if she doesn’t cling to Lu Feng, who else can she marry?