With Old Man and Granny Zhao so pleased with Song Xiaowei, the pair made quick progress. Sisi figured that she would be able to attend Tian Lili’s wedding celebration this year.
Sure enough, a month later, Song’s parents asked Granny Zhao out for a meal again, and this time Old Man also attended.
Song’s parents were delighted at this, believing that since the patriarch of the Tian Family had come forward, it meant that the Tian Family was likely to relent soon, and it looked like they could start arranging the wedding!
As long as Xiao Wei got married and had a son afterwards, their Song Family would still be the enviable lineage of doctors, still the model family in the eyes of others!
"Mom, have you really made up your mind about wanting Tian Lili to become our daughter-in-law?"
Song Xiaofei, Song Xiaowei’s sister, frowned. She genuinely couldn’t see a single redeeming quality in Tian Lili—unskilled and unattractive, lazy and gluttonous, what made her worthy of her brother Xiao Wei?
Mrs. Song sighed deeply. "Yes, your father and I have discussed it, and Xiao Wei has agreed too. This meeting with the Tian Family is to prepare to set the wedding date. Sigh, it’s better to decide on this sooner than later. It took us so much effort to convince Xiao Wei, to avoid any potential complications!"
Seeing her daughter’s deeply furrowed brows made Mrs. Song uncomfortable as well. Her son was so outstanding that in her eyes, even a princess would be a match for him, yet now he could only marry someone as vulgar as Tian Lili—absolutely someone you cannot show off! Updates are released by 𝗻𝗼𝘃𝗲𝗹~𝓯𝓲𝓻𝓮~𝚗𝚎𝚝
Mrs. Song felt so reluctant but was helpless since her family was in the wrong.
"Alright, put on a smile for me, don’t let the Tian Family notice anything amiss!" Mrs. Song warned her daughter.
Song Xiaofei sneered disdainfully, "So what if the Tian Family notices? Getting a son-in-law like Xiao Wei, they should be laughing in their dreams!"
Although Mrs. Song also felt it should be so, she still warned, "Enough, Tian Lili may not amount to much, but the Tian Family isn’t your ordinary family. Tian Lili’s father is a high-ranking military official, so you’d better be careful!"
"If Tian Lili didn’t have a father who is a high-ranking official, our family wouldn’t even consider her!"
Song Xiaofei’s words pleased Mrs. Song greatly, smiling as she patted her daughter’s hand. Song Xiaofei’s eyes flickered as if she thought of something and said to Mrs. Song, "Mom, doesn’t the Tian Family also have a granddaughter? The one who dined with us last time, she seems far better than Tian Lili! Why don’t we let Xiao Wei..."
Mrs. Song thought of Sisi’s delicate beauty and proper demeanor, and her heart was indeed moved, but it was just a pity!
"That’s Tian Lili’s paternal cousin, she’s already married, and she’s not the Tian Family’s biological granddaughter; she’s adopted, so she can’t be compared to Tian Lili!"
All of the information about Sisi came from what Tian Lili had told Song Xiaowei. In her attempt to elevate her own status, Tian Lili naturally belittled Sisi as much as possible, making the Song Family believe that she was the most cherished Princess in her family.
Hearing that Sisi was already married and also adopted, Song Xiaofei lost interest. In their hearts, they naturally imagined a biological granddaughter would be favored over an adopted one.
Seeing her daughter still somewhat displeased, Mrs. Song consoled her with kind words, "Alright, don’t take it too much to heart. Speaking of which, Tian Lili doesn’t have anything too bad about her. With a situation like Xiao Wei’s, if he found a smart and capable girl, I, as his mother, would find it hard to control. If things were to blow up, it would be bad for our family’s reputation. Tian Lili, being a simple and easily coaxed girl, is most importantly devoted to our Xiao Wei. Even if she discovers something later on, a few sweet words would win her back, so there’s no fear of trouble!"
Song Xiaofei also saw the logic in this and thus didn’t dwell on it any longer. However, her disdain for her future sister-in-law Tian Lili remained unabated.
The venue for the two families’ meeting was still the private dining room of the restaurant they used last time. The Song Family was as courteous as ever, smiles almost spilling off their faces, and the way they looked at Tian Lili was so affectionate, even sweeter than towards Xu Qianwen!
Song Xiaowei was still the epitome of politeness, with a perfect smile, impeccable manners, and excellent conversation, making Old Man and Granny Zhao feel perfect as well. They felt that their granddaughter Lili was indeed fortunate, having snagged such an outstanding son-in-law!
The parents from both sides had no objections, and since both families had efficient and straightforward personalities, they set the wedding date for the National Day in October.
National celebration, family celebration, double happiness is coming!
It is now August, less than two months away from the wedding, which is quite a rush, especially since there’s also the bride’s dowry to prepare, making it all the more urgent!
However, Granny Zhao was very happy; although she didn’t like Tian Lili, she was still the Tian Family’s granddaughter. Now that her granddaughter had found a good place to settle, she naturally felt happy for her.
Sisi was also helping Granny Zhao prepare the dowry. Xu Qianwen had thought of coming over, but Tian Aiguo stopped her.
Tian Aiguo specially called to say that Tian Lili’s marriage was entirely the responsibility of the Old Man and Granny Zhao, and they couldn’t allow Xu Qianwen to interfere.
Speaking of which, Tian Aiguo is quite clear about his wife’s nature. He knows Xu Qianwen is one who cannot handle small matters, let alone something as significant as a wedding.
After the engagement was set, Song Xiaowei’s visits to the Tian Family were not as frequent as before, and his dates with Tian Lili also became less frequent.
Sisi felt suspicious and one day jokingly asked Tian Lili, "Sister Lili, why hasn’t Song Xiaowei come to see you for such a long time?"
Tian Lili’s heart tightened, feeling a surge of pressure in her chest, but she still maintained an air of indifference on her face.
"Xiao Wei said he’s been very busy with work recently, needing to make time for the wedding. Xiao Wei also said that once we’re engaged, we can’t meet as often as before; it wouldn’t be proper."
Sisi almost spat out her tea upon hearing this. Was Song Xiaowei someone who had traveled through time from ancient days?
He certainly didn’t act like someone rigid and traditional about other things!
But why was he so particular about rules when it came to relationships between men and women?
Sisi always felt something was off but couldn’t quite put her finger on it!
Tian Lili, seeing Sisi’s mocking, felt even worse. Of course, she also wished her boyfriend would hold her and kiss her like her friends’ boyfriends did. But Xiao Wei always said that doing so would be disrespectful to her, leaving her feeling both sweet and disappointed!
But she didn’t want Song Xiaowei to follow these rules at all; she really wanted him to kiss her and hold her, to pull her into his broad chest like they do on television. That feeling must be very wonderful!
But damn it, she couldn’t say it!
If she said it, it would make Xiao Wei think she was an improper girl, and Granny would scold her!
Sisi, noticing Tian Lili’s not-so-good-looking face, was moved and whispered in her ear, "Sister Lili, has Song Xiaowei ever kissed you?"
Tian Lili was startled, thinking that Sisi knew about her inner thoughts, and her face immediately turned as red as a monkey’s bottom, vigorously shaking her head.
Sisi thought that the girl was afraid of her telling Granny Zhao, so she quickly swore not to tell.
Tian Lili was probably too stifled, and disregarding past grievances with Sisi, she spilled all her pent-up frustrations.