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Chapter 621: Matchmaking (2)
Chapter 621: Matchmaking (2)
Wang Shi worked swiftly, and it only took a day from informing Jiang Yuanjiu to arranging a meeting between the two.
Yu Meitong initially approached the meeting with a tentative attitude, but she found common ground with Jiang Yuanjiu—a shared love for books, sports, and surprisingly, baking desserts. It was a delightful coincidence that Yu Meitong had recently signed up for cooking classes, which included pastry-making.
After their meal, they even caught a movie, but as it was already late, they headed home. Meitong considered calling Lu Jiaxin but decided against it when she checked the time—it was already 11 pm. Jiaxin was particular about her health and usually went to bed before 10 pm. Her lifestyle, according to Zong Simeng, was comparable to that of her mother-in-law.
The next morning, Yu Meiting called Lu Jiaxin: "Jiaxin, thank you!"
Hearing this, Jiaxin knew that she must be pleased, and she cautioned: "He seems great in many ways, but it's important to remember that you can't truly know a person's heart. Take your time to observe and ensure he's truly suitable for you."
Some people are adept at disguising their true selves, appearing gentle and refined in public but turning abusive behind closed doors. It's crucial to maintain a clear head during courtship and observe your partner to discern their true nature.
Yu Meiting understood her concern and assured her: "Don't worry, six years ago, liking someone was enough. Now, I won't rush into marriage unless I'm satisfied in every aspect."
Casual dating was one thing, and as long as it brought happiness, that was fine. But marriage was an entirely different matter. Having been hurt once, Meiting was determined to be cautious this time, ensuring her partner was consistent in words and actions and emotionally devoted before taking the final step.
Hearing these words, Lu Jiaxin felt relieved.
Also, on that day at noon, Nie Zhan called Lu Jiaxin to inform her: "Jiaxin, Mok Criki will be attending our engagement banquet next month."
He had already introduced Su Heyuan to Mok Criki and was currently negotiating with AZLK. Once the deal was struck, Jiaxin's second investment would need to be made.
Jiaxin was welcoming: "Let's arrange whatever he likes in advance."
Nie Zhan didn't want to burden her: "There will be a lot to handle during the engagement. Let Su Heyuan take care of hosting him this time. We can properly entertain him when he visits next."
Jiaxin recalled Zong Simeng's words: "Their wedding is just a week after our engagement banquet. They probably won't have time to attend to Mok Criki, right?"
"Let Heyuan handle it."
"Okay."
Nie Zhan also inquired about their plans to visit Si Jiucheng: "I'll be heading to America next week, Jiaxin. Shall we return to the mainland tomorrow?"
The trip to America would take about a week, and upon his return, he might be occupied with official business again. The longer he delayed, the more it seemed like he didn't value Lu Jiaxin's family.
This time, Lu Hongjun had come close to losing his life, and as the future son-in-law, Nie Zhan should pay a visit. Jiaxin agreed: "I have a meeting to attend at Xin Xin Property tomorrow, so let's go back the day after. It will also give them time to clean the rooms and air the bedding."
"Alright, then we'll return the day after tomorrow."
That night, as they lay in bed, Nie Zhan held Jiaxin and said, "Jiaxin, I know you don't like him. But given his current situation, let's put the past behind us. There's no need to hold a grudge."
When Lu Hongjun's life hung in the balance, Jiaxin had felt a pang in her heart, and Nie Zhan believed that despite her tough exterior, she had a soft heart. He hadn't considered resolving the enmity between them; he merely felt it unnecessary to dwell on past grievances. If something were to happen to Hongjun, he knew Jiaxin would regret holding on to past resentment.
Jiaxin replied, "I know what I'm doing."
Upon hearing this, Nie Zhan steered the conversation toward another topic—the latest gossip about Hu Zhifeng: "That woman wants to have the baby before going to Australia, but Fengge disagrees."
Unfortunately, Jiaxin wasn't interested in this particular piece of gossip: "Simeng told me that woman intends to wait until after the baby is born before going to Australia. In my opinion, even after the baby is born, she won't go. She's not foolish; she's with Hu Zhifeng for his money. If she goes to Australia with the child, and their relationship gradually fades, she'll only get a meager allowance."
Nie Zhan smiled as he explained: "Fengge has already given her an ultimatum—either go to Australia this month or terminate the pregnancy. It's her choice."
This turn of events surprised Jiaxin: "Why is he so resolute now?"
Although Nie Zhan didn't know the reason, he was pleased to see this change in Hu Zhifeng: "Regardless of the reason, as long as he devotes his time and energy to his family from now on, that's all that matters."
Jiaxin scoffed: "A dog can't change its habit of eating feces. Even if he gets rid of this Tina, there will be other women like Wang Nalina and Meina. Nie Zhan, you mustn't follow in his footsteps, or we'll have to part ways. I refuse to share a man with other women; it's disgusting."
Nie Zhan felt a sense of helplessness: "Rest assured, something like this won't happen to me."
Jiaxin thought to herself that men's promises were as reliable as expecting a pig to climb a tree. However, if the cost was too high, even they could restrain themselves.
The next day at noon, Zong Simeng called Lu Jiaxin to invite her for afternoon tea over the weekend. She learned that Jiaxin would be returning to the mainland and expressed her disappointment: "Meitong also mentioned she's busy this weekend, and Huihui can't go out shopping yet. Sigh, I guess I won't go either."
She knew many other wives, but conversations with them always involved subtle underlying messages. Going out for afternoon tea was supposed to be relaxing, but socializing with them was exhausting due to the constant need to decipher their true intentions.
Jiaxin laughed and said, "Meitong will probably be occupied for quite some time from now on, unable to join us for shopping or tea."
"Why, have they hit it off?"
Jiaxin replied with a nod: "She really likes him and says that their thoughts and hobbies are in perfect harmony. They have endless things to talk about when they're together. Unless Jiang Yuanjiu is deliberately pandering to her, Meitong will likely marry before me."
It was rare to find someone so compatible in every aspect, and Yu Meiting would surely seize this opportunity.
Thinking about her age, Zong Simeng found it amusing: "Didn't you say you wouldn't consider marriage before the age of twenty-five? If Meitong marries after you, she'll be in her thirties."
Jiaxin agreed that if one wanted to focus on their career, marriage would likely have to wait until their thirties, as raising children demanded time and energy.
Simeng advised: "It's best for a woman to marry and have a baby before thirty. Recovery is faster. When I gave birth to Kai Kai, I was full of energy even after the delivery, and I could get out of bed and use the bathroom on my own that very night. But with Si Bao, it took me three days to get out of bed, and I needed help."
As someone who had been through it, she truly felt that giving birth became more exhausting and recovery slower as one aged. She didn't pressure Meiting, understanding her focus on her career, but Jiaxin didn't have such concerns.
Jiaxin acknowledged that Simeng's words made sense, but she didn't particularly enjoy the topic: "Simeng, I have a plan. I'll definitely marry and have a baby before I turn thirty."
Simeng smiled gently: "Alright, if you have a plan, I won't bring it up again."
(End of Chapter)
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