Chapter 74: The Fire

Translator: _Min_

A scammer? Jiang Yue, hearing Song Lings words, was taken aback, and then quickly followed up, concern in her voice, Did the company suffer any losses?

After all, once she and Song Ling were married, the company would effectively be hers. If there were any losses, even the smallest amount, it would affect her future wealth!

Song Ling failed to notice Jiang Yues underlying anxiety and replied dismissively, Dont worry, the company hasnt suffered any losses. That scammers rank is too low to affect me.

Jiang Yue breathed a sigh of relief, her bright eyes full of admiration as she praised, Brother Song Ling, you are so capable! But who would dare target you?

Song Ling looked away, a sneer forming in his mind, recognizing Gu Dai as a woman of great audacity.

He couldnt believe that all the men surrounding her had become involved after their divorce.

There were men who had driven her to the divorce proceedings, so she must have cheated during their marriage, weaving him a big green hat (1)!

Yet outwardly, Gu Dai had managed every aspect of his life, pretending to be devoted, even fooling his grandfather into recognizing her as the only suitable granddaughter in law.

Song Ling thought bitterly, Gu Dai is a complete and utter scammer!

Jiang Yue noticed Song Lings darkening mood but didnt probe further, content that the company was secure.

When she attempted to feed Song Ling the third piece of potato, he reached a breaking point and said tactfully, Yueyue, Im full.

You must eat, Jiang Yue insisted, concern in her voice, If you dont eat, you wont have energy for work this afternoon. Can you take just one more bite?

Song Ling, though fond of Jiang Yue, couldnt endure the food any longer. He took the chopsticks from her and said with a firm voice, Im resting this afternoon; theres no work. I wont need energy.

Alright. Jiang Yue relented and then looked at Song Ling with thoughtful eyes, Shall we go buy a wedding dress this afternoon? We are getting married next month. If we dont prepare now, it may be too late.

Song Ling was taken aback, a subconscious resistance forming in his mind. He frowned, Getting married next month?

He had not expected Jiang Yue to take w.a.n.g Lans words to heart.

I think its a bit premature for us to get married now. Perhaps we should wait a little longer

A flicker of darkness appeared in Jiang Yues eyes, followed by a pitiful look, stopped him in his tracks. Her eyes welled with tears as she looked at Song Ling, her voice soft and trembling, Brother Song Ling, dont you love me?

Song Lings brow twitched, and he pressed his lips together, pausing for a few seconds before finally replying, I love you.

Jiang Yue, fortified by his confirmation, continued, But if you love me, you wouldnt say its too early to marry. After all, weve known each other for a long time, and this excuse is too obvious.

Song Ling rubbed his brow, the situation clearly taxing him, wanting to articulate his thoughts.

But the next moment, he was interrupted by Jiang Yues earnest words. You once promised to repay me, saying anything would do. My greatest wish is to marry you. Will you go back on your word?

Song Lings heart ached at the sight of Jiang Yues tears. He wiped them gently from her face and comforted her softly, Of course 1 wont go back on my word. When 1 said it was too early, 1 meant that you havent been back in the country for long, and we havent spent much time together. But since you want to get married, lets go look at wedding dresses now, and well get married next month.

Jiang Yues smile blossomed like a flower after a rainstorm, and she joyfully clung to Song Lings arm, pressing herself close to him as if she were afraid he might change his mind.

She knew that by mentioning the past and the promise of marriage, Song Ling would agree right away.

Song Ling looked down at Jiang Yue beside him, feeling a warmth spreading through his heart, a fondness that he couldnt deny.

Years ago, during a sudden fire, he had been trapped, surrounded by merciless flames, his hope dwindling. Just when he thought death was imminent, Jiang Yue, a child of just over ten, had braved the inferno to pull him out.

That was when he had vowed to repay her kindness.

If it hadnt been for Jiang Yue, he would have perished in that fire. Now that her only request was to marry him, refusal was unthinkable.

Soon, Song Ling was leading Jiang Yue to the grandest and most luxurious bridal shop in the capital.

Upon entering, he instructed the shop a.s.sistant with a confidence borne of his love for her, Bring out the newest and most beautiful wedding dresses in your store for my future wife to try.

(1) Big Green Hat is known as a symbol of a disloyal partner