Chapter 2008  : Wedding (3)

Dongfang Rou’er’s expression was cold and there was no joy to be seen. Lin Yuanyuan’s expression was even more unsightly. Just as she was about to reprimand her, Dongfang Xue had already opened her mouth, “Sister-in-law, can I speak to Rou’er alone for a moment?”

When Dongfang Xue said this, Lin Yuanyuan was stunned for a moment. She looked at Dongfang Xue and only reacted after a moment. She hurriedly nodded, “Oh, alright then!”

As she said this, she carefully glanced at Dongfang Rou’er and frowned deeply, “Ah Xue, you have to persuade her properly. Today is such a good day, why are you acting like this? Sigh!”

“Aunt, don’t worry.”

Dongfang Xue turned her head and gave her a reassuring look. Only then did Lin Yuanyuan leave.

Dongfang Xue was quite popular in this family because Dongfang Xue and Dongfang Shuman were very similar. They basically maintained a neutral attitude. Although they also had some ambitions, towards Dongfang Ren and Dongfang Yi’s family, they were all actually quite good. Dongfang Rou’er was usually quite close to her. In fact, they seemed even closer than Dongfang Xue and Dongfang Liuyun.

‘Bang!’

The sound of the door closing rang out. Dongfang Xue retracted her gaze and looked at Dongfang Rou’er, who was sitting motionlessly in front of the mirror. After thinking for a moment, she walked over and stopped behind Dongfang Rou’er.

“Aunt, you don’t have to persuade me anymore. I know the importance of this marriage. I just can’t control my emotions.”

Dongfang Rou’er said bitterly at this moment. Looking at her beautiful face in the mirror, Dongfang Rou’er thought it was a little ironic—

She was about to get married, but the groom was not the person she loved deeply. She did not know what the meaning of such a marriage was.

She also thought that she did not care at all. Before Fujiwara came to City Z, at least she didn’t think about revealing her feelings. But knowing that Fujiwara was in this city, right beside her, she could not control herself anymore, she was afraid that if she did not say anything, she would not even have the chance to say anything in the future. After revealing her feelings, at least she would have an explanation for her own feelings.

In the long years to come, she might be in a lot of pain, but she did not regret revealing her feelings to Fujiwara at all. That was because if she did not say anything, it would be the expression of a weakling.

“You don’t need to control your emotions and follow your heart. Since you’ve made a choice in your heart, then you must use your best attitude to face the consequences of this decision. If you’re unwilling, it’s not too late for you to regret it now.” Dongfang Xue looked at her and said indifferently.

Dongfang Rou’er’s face turned pale. “Aunt, can you accept marrying someone you don’t love?”

“Why do you ask? I thought you were considering marrying Jin Sheng for the sake of benefits. Moreover, you don’t really dislike him. This is enough,” Dongfang Xue replied.

“Then why has Aunt remained single until now?” Dongfang Rou’er asked.

Actually, she admired a woman like Dongfang Xue. She felt that she lived a carefree life and was very capable. After so many years, there had been countless suitors chasing after her, but she had never seen her fall in love with anyone, she had heard that she had once liked a man, but for some reason, they could not be together after that. After that, she had never heard of anything related to her feelings.

“You must not learn from me and follow my example. People like me often say that I am an incomplete woman. You should just live your normal life. There is always a price to pay for everything. You must remember this. Although I have been living comfortably all these years, I have also missed my marriage. In my later years, I am more likely to endure the so-called loneliness of others. What you have chosen now, you know the gains and losses yourself the best. At this moment, why do you have to make things difficult for yourself?”

Dongfang Xue hit the nail on the head. “If you use the words of young people like you, then it would be pretentious. Do you have someone in your heart? Otherwise, why do you look so unwilling?”

Hearing Dongfang Xue’s question, Dongfang Rou’er did not answer. She did not want anyone to know about her relationship with Fujiwara.

“I understand, Aunt!”

After a long while, Dongfang Rou’er took a deep breath and replied. Although her tone was a little gloomy, she tried her best to force a smile on her face. “I should accept my fate. Since I’ve made such a choice.”

Once she took this step, it would not be easy for her to turn back in the future. However, what else could she do?

She could only use this opportunity to work hard to climb up. In the future, she might still have the ability to contend with Dongfang Liuyun. She could not be so timid.

“Alright, don’t think too much. I’m just here to take a look. Liuyun has just accompanied your grandmother to receive guests. She will be arriving soon after your wedding. Seeing that you have both found a belonging of your own, I’m happy for you.”

“Fourth Sister... are Fourth Sister and Fourth Nrother-in-law going to hold their wedding as well?” Dongfang Rou’er asked.

“After the New Year. I’m afraid they won’t be able to handle it now. The end of the New Year is coming soon after you. There are many things that you need to do. There’s also the company’s annual meeting.”

“Has Aunt met Fourth Brother-in-law? What do you think of him?”

“Qi Lei? I’ve heard of him, but I’ve never met him in person. However, I can still hear your grandmother’s evaluation of him. Your fourth sister had always been indifferent and unruly. It was already a rare thing for her to find someone like Qi Lei who was willing to get married. Moreover...”

Dongfang Xue did not point out the rest, but Dongfang Rou’er already understood what she meant.

“Aunt, do you think Fourth Sister really likes Fourth Brother-in-law?”

It was not that Dongfang Rou’er did not know about Dongfang Liuyun’s relationship with Fujiwara, but Dongfang Liuyun’s quiet marriage to Qi Lei had also surprised her previously, she did not believe that Dongfang Liuyun really had any feelings for Qi Lei.

“Whether she likes him or not, Qi Lei is someone who will be spending the rest of his life with her. And I think she’s doing pretty well now, isn’t she?”

Dongfang Xue’s eyes were bright as she looked at Dongfang Rou’er with a hint of concern. “Actually, you know very well the kind of life that you could live. Now it just looks like you’re fussing over nothing.”

“Aunt...”

“Alright, there’s no need to say anything. Hurry up and pack up. The wedding procession will arrive soon. You’ve still got a long way to go. Who knows what will happen in the future?”

Dongfang Xue reached out and patted Dongfang Rou’er’s shoulder. “Let me help you with your veil.”

“Alright.”

Dongfang Rou’er finally agreed and allowed Dongfang Xue to help her.