Chapter 92

"What should we do then?"

Chen Dasheng thought for a moment. That old man was a powerful warrior at the Wu Zong realm. If he went to say he wanted to break the engagement, he would probably be slapped to death or at least severely injured.

Chen Xiaoli was also annoyed. She had been planning to give Chen Dasheng a surprise by eagerly going to the Nangong family to propose the marriage. Now that the proposal was accepted, it turned out to be a shock rather than a surprise.

Chen Xiaoli thought for a moment, then slapped the table and said to Chen Dasheng, "Brat, you have to agree to this marriage, whether you like it or not. It's settled!"

"What? Sister, what about Xiaomin?" Chen Dasheng was taken aback. He thought there might be a turning point, but why did Chen Xiaoli suddenly change her attitude?

He still pinned his hopes on Liu Xiaomin, believing that with the relationship between Chen Xiaoli and Liu Xiaomin, Chen Xiaoli wouldn't neglect her good friend, right?

Chen Xiaoli said, "With this marriage to the Nangong family, we are in a difficult position. You are going to marry Zixuan. Once you marry her, I won't interfere with your private life anymore. Xiaomin will have to bear the burden. If you really like her, you can make her your mistress or concubine. If Xiaomin doesn't agree, I'll help you deal with it."

"Are you serious? Is that even possible?" Chen Dasheng's eyes nearly popped out. Wasn't this encouraging him to have multiple wives?

Chen Xiaoli's lips curved into a smile, "What's so strange about that? Many political marriages in large families are like this. How many of those men can stay faithful and not find women outside? Having multiple wives is quite common."

Chen Dasheng was speechless, "Sister, you're a woman too!"

Chen Xiaoli smiled faintly and ignored Chen Dasheng's words, "You are the only male in our Chen family. Dad died suddenly without leaving any words, but when Mom died, she asked me to take good care of you. You need to carry on the Chen family name and have many children. It doesn't matter how many women you have."

Chen Xiaoli's thinking was quite feudal, and it was understandable for her to have such thoughts. Chen Dasheng didn't know what to say when she mentioned their parents. After a while, he said, "Sister, if I marry Nangong Zixuan and find other women, won't the Nangong family cause trouble?"

"Families like the Nangong family consider married daughters as water that has been poured out. In political marriages, wives are just for show. No one cares how many mistresses you have," Chen Xiaoli said.

Chen Dasheng thought for a moment and said, "I'm not entirely against this marriage, but I do have some reservations. I can agree, but it can't be rushed. I don't want to get married the first time I meet her!"

"I didn't say you have to get married right away!" Chen Xiaoli laughed, "I'll give you half a year to win Zixuan over. How about that?"

"Half a year? That's too rushed!" Chen Dasheng's face turned sour.

"Rushed? You actually think it's rushed?" Chen Xiaoli was amused, "I've been gone for less than a month, and you've already taken Xiaomin to bed. Now I'm giving you half a year, and you still think it's rushed?"

"That's different! You saw Nangong Zixuan; she doesn't even give me a good look. The difficulty is different, and it will definitely take longer!" Chen Dasheng's face twitched. He couldn't tell her he was lying, right?

"How long do you think you need?" Chen Xiaoli asked, exasperated.

Chen Dasheng said, "At least two to three years, maybe even five!"

"Three to five years? You really think that's necessary!" Chen Xiaoli scolded, "I'll give you one year. You must win Zixuan over before you graduate!"

"Ah?"

"What do you mean, 'ah'? This is settled. Remember, you are on a mission to win her over. Pay attention. I'll explain to Uncle."

"Mission to win her over?" Chen Dasheng shrugged, "I'll try, but I can't guarantee anything!"

"Brat!" Chen Xiaoli laughed and kicked Chen Dasheng's chair, "Go to bed quickly. Don't forget what I told you. Be polite to Zixuan. She's a noble lady, not like us from the countryside!"

"Yes, yes, yes! I understand!"

Chen Dasheng nodded repeatedly, not sure if he was really listening. He stood up, stretched, and walked out.

Watching Chen Dasheng's back, Chen Xiaoli shook her head helplessly. This kid was always carefree and seemed to have no real focus.

If her brother could win over Nangong Zixuan, with the Nangong family as a background, his future would be bright and smooth. She had already paved the way for him; it was up to him to follow through.

"That brat, taking advantage of my absence to hook up with Xiaomin, how dare he!" Thinking about Chen Dasheng and Liu Xiaomin, Chen Xiaoli was really angry. She wanted to call Liu Xiaomin to confirm, but when she took out her phone, she realized she didn't know how to start the conversation.

She put the phone down, shaking her head helplessly. Whether it was true or not, the marriage to Nangong Zixuan was hard to change.

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In the eastern suburban villa area, at the Liu family's residence.

"Who called you, sister? Your face is all red!"

The family was sitting in the living room watching TV. After Liu Xiaomin received a call, she seemed restless and was quickly noticed by Liu Hao, who saw her face turn red.

Liu Rongfa and Yu Shuang also turned their gaze to Liu Xiaomin, their eyes full of confusion.

Liu Xiaomin shook her head quickly, "No one, just a friend!"

The call was from Chen Dasheng. He had made a very embarrassing request, lying to Chen Xiaoli that he was dating her. If Chen Xiaoli called, she was to help cover for him.

"This guy really says anything. I don't know what he's up to!" Liu Xiaomin's mind was in chaos after the call. She held her phone like a time bomb, not knowing when Chen Xiaoli would call.

What should she say when the call came? If she didn't handle it well, it would affect her reputation! She cursed Chen Dasheng in her mind.

The three were skeptical. Yu Shuang said, "Minmin, it's the weekend again tomorrow. Do you and Dasheng have any plans?"

Hearing Yu Shuang mention Chen Dasheng, Liu Xiaomin's body involuntarily trembled. She then pretended to be calm, "No, Sister Xiaoli came back today, so he's busy."

"Oh? Master Chen came back today?" Liu Rongfa's eyes lit up, "I haven't been to the Sisters' Temple for a long time. Minmin, why don't you go with Dad to pray for blessings tomorrow?"

After Chen Dasheng's visit last week, Liu Rongfa and Yu Shuang could see that Liu Xiaomin and Chen Dasheng had a good chance of getting together. Now that Chen Xiaoli was back, taking Liu Xiaomin to visit might help seal the deal. With the relationship between Liu Xiaomin and Chen Xiaoli, it would be great if good friends became good sisters-in-law.

What reason should they give? Last time, they had someone find an exquisite jade stone, asking Chen Xiaoli to bless it, but they never got it back. This time, they should bring a good gift.

"No!" Liu Xiaomin exclaimed.

"Huh?"

Everyone turned to look at Liu Xiaomin. She was acting strange tonight!

Liu Xiaomin realized her mistake and quickly said, "Dasheng just told me that the Sisters' Temple has a distinguished guest and is closed to the public for now."

"Distinguished guest?"

Liu Rongfa was taken aback. If the Chen siblings called someone a distinguished guest, it must be a big shot. Although he wanted to visit, if the temple was closed, Chen Xiaoli probably didn't want anyone to disturb them. Going there uninvited might cause trouble.