Ye Xiu was getting married, and Bai Zhi was taken aback, somewhat surprised.
This was an event that hadn’t happened in her previous life, but it was to be expected, as things were quite different from her memories.
After all, if the original author had come into the picture, what else could be impossible?
Besides, she wasn’t unaware of Nan Jin’s feelings for Ye Xiu.
She just hadn’t expected Ye Xiu to agree so quickly.
"Alright, Auntie, but I just got back and want to go home to change my clothes."
Bai Zhi pointed at her own attire, smiling as she spoke.
It was then that Fat Aunt remembered that Bai Zhi had rushed home in a hurry.
"Then all right, remember to come after you change. I’ll go ahead and help out."
Fat Aunt bustled off, and Bai Zhi returned home to change clothes.
After changing, she slowly made her way to Bai Yu’s place, surprised that Ye Xiu was getting married.
Bai Yu was actually willing, someone so concerned about face. He was actually willing to have a stepfather—could it be that time really could change many people?
In the past few years, just as Bai Xiang had said at the start, they had all bought houses with the little earnings they made, with Bai Zhi owning the most, followed by Bai Xiang...
Even if they did nothing in the future, they could still collect rent, which was just a few bucks each month. But one must take a long-term view, right?
And Bai Zhi’s pills, they were selling extremely well now, including the collaboration with the Special Action Team, which was handled by Bai Dan directly. In the end, Bai Zhi simply gave the pill recipe to Bai Dan, contributing it for free.
She didn’t want to rely on earning money; she believed that Nan Country would slowly take off, and she was happy to see it get better and better.
With Bai Zhi’s pill recipe, the hemostatic effect had been greatly improved. Even though she never joined the Special Action Team, there were still those who knew of her presence.
The name Xingxing was engraved in many people’s hearts.
Old Han and Moh Li even took up arms and went to the border.
Considering the efforts of so many people, what she did was nothing by comparison.
Before she knew it, she had arrived at Bai Yu’s doorstep, where the wedding was being held because Nan Jin was willing to marry into the family.
Outside the courtyard were brightly colored decorations, and as soon as Bai Zhi walked in, she was stopped by Nan Xi.
Nan Xi had really lost weight now, with her sharp chin and large eyes, and who knew when she’d gotten double eyelids.
She looked very pretty, but somehow it felt a bit off.
Oh, Bai Zhi remembered, future internet celebrities would look like that.
Nan Xi came over, took hold of Bai Zhi’s hand with a pleading look and watery eyes, as if afraid Bai Zhi would explode into a rage right then and there.
"Sister, you’re back. I know you’re a little upset about dad and mom getting married, but could you please not throw a tantrum today?"
Bai Zhi: "..." After years apart, Nan Xi still hadn’t made any progress.
Nan Xi’s voice wasn’t quiet, so many people looked over, including Ye Xiu and Nan Jin standing in the center, receiving blessings.
Most people at this time would wear bright red clothes for a wedding, but Ye Xiu was donning an exquisite Chinese wedding dress, embroidered with golden thread that shimmered in the light.
Ye Xiu was momentarily stunned, then looked at Bai Zhi with surprise and joy.
"Xingxing, you’re back."
Three years had passed, her daughter had grown up, grown taller, and become more beautiful.
"I think you’re misunderstanding me; I have no intention of stopping you from getting married."
She really didn’t care who Ye Xiu married, or if she married at all—that was Ye Xiu’s freedom, what did it have to do with her?
That comment turned Nan Xi’s face somewhat pale, "I’m sorry, Sister. It seems I misunderstood. I saw you not smiling and thought you didn’t want mom to marry my dad."
It had to be said that the current Nan Xi was quick to respond. She didn’t cry but apologized immediately.
Bai Zhi gave her a faint glance, a mocking smile on her face.
"Mmm, I don’t blame you. After all, some people don’t dare to speak their mind and prefer to dump the blame on others, right?"
Nan Xi’s face turned deathly pale at that, clearly understanding the hidden barbs in Bai Zhi’s words.
She had realized that without Bai Zhi in the picture, things had been going smoothly for her; the slimming essential oils were selling better and better, and she herself had become something of a wealthy woman.
Because I helped match Ye Xiu with Nan Jin, our relationship gradually improved a lot.
But now that Bai Zhi has returned, she immediately got me into such an awkward situation.
Indeed, Bai Zhi and I are just not compatible.
Characters like me who should have been gone long ago shouldn’t be alive.
Success came too quickly, and Nan Xi was already getting carried away. She believed she knew the future, and was even ready to try her hand at stocks.
"My sister means that I’ve always supported dad and mom getting married."
Bai Zhi was still indifferent. "Oh, then that’s fine, you don’t need to keep saying it."
Ye Xiu walked over to Bai Zhi, her eyes filled with tears.
"Xingxing, I’ve missed you so much; I’m getting married."
Ye Xiu thought today must be her luckiest day; she was getting married, marrying for love.
And Xingxing had come back.
Now that she had achieved success in her career and was reaping the rewards of both love and work, she wanted her daughter’s blessing.
Bai Zhi nodded, "Mm, I saw. Congratulations."
Ye Xiu felt a small sense of loss because Xingxing didn’t seem to genuinely bless her as she had imagined but instead seemed somewhat indifferent.
"Xingxing, don’t you miss me...?"
Ye Xiu’s words undoubtedly brought up Nan Xi’s earlier comment once again.
The smile on Bai Zhi’s lips grew colder, "You’re mistaken, I truly wish you happiness."
"Ah Xiu, it’s good that Xingxing has returned. Shall we continue with the wedding?"
Nan Jin held Ye Xiu’s hand, looking at her very tenderly.
"Mm, okay." Ye Xiu’s gaze also softened a lot as the two walked back to the center of the crowd.
Bai Zhi stepped aside, and Bai Ye was there too. The once mischievous Bai Ye now seemed quiet and demure.
"It’s been a long time."
Bai Ye was the first to speak.
They watched Ye Xiu and Nan Jin recounting the past, their faces wearing joyful smiles.
Just as the officiant asked if anyone objected to the marriage.
A loud shout came from the entrance.
Bai Zhi and Bai Ye were startled; that voice.
They both looked over, only to see that familiar figure.
Even Ye Xiu and Nan Jin were shocked.
They had never anticipated his return.
"Nanjing, I treated you like a brother, helped look after your daughter, and then you come and try to steal my wife?"
Bai Da rushed over like a bullet, delivering a fierce punch to Nan Jin.
Nanjing took a couple of steps back, touching his mouth.
Yes, he wasn’t brought down.
Even if Bai Da looked incredibly fierce, charging with all his might.
But now, describing him as gaunt wouldn’t be an exaggeration.
After all, three years in prison would likely have taken a toll on him, physically and psychologically.
"Bai Da, what are you doing!"
Ye Xiu looked angrily at Bai Da, very upset.
Today was supposed to be her happiest day, receiving blessings from everyone.
Including her friends and relatives, as well as student’s parents.