Chapter 699: Chapter 690: Shen Yi’s Worries

Before, Wang Xing never really thought about marriage. After all, he himself was just scraping by, so where would he find the mental space to think about anything else? Even back when he was with Jiang Mengting, he was somewhat in a daze and only fantasized about it, but never took action, because he knew he wasn’t capable of it yet.

But who would have thought that now, with his career just beginning to show promise, Wang Xing actually wants to get married. Indeed, Lin Miaomiao is really suitable for him.

After all, when a man wants to take on a certain responsibility, his transformation will be immense. This is a psychological metamorphosis that no one else can help with.

Even Su Qing himself might not have experienced this psychological transformation yet.

"That’s not important... Who would have thought a simp like you would start trying to please women now? That’s rare!" Su Qing said with an incredulous smile, waving his hand.

Hearing this, Wang Xing glared angrily: "Get lost! I haven’t been a simp for many years now, I just want to fall in love passionately this once!"

"Says who? Does Lin Miaomiao know about your thoughts?"

Wang Xing shook his head.

"Well, okay, you’re planning a surprise. But I advise you to test the waters first, or else you might end up with just a shock instead of a surprise."

Even though he knew the chances of Lin Miaomiao not agreeing were low, plans still had to be made. It’s not that the girl wouldn’t be willing; some people just aren’t ready yet and don’t want to get married too young.

Because under economic pressure, many people have a kind of fear towards marriage.

No other reason, just pure fear, feeling that they are still kids, not ready to be parents, wives, or husbands, afraid they cannot bear the responsibility.

It seems that once you get married, you have to bear a responsibility you can’t handle, while staying unmarried is the best way for them to avoid facing reality.

Su Qing used to think this way too, but since he started earning more, the pressure in this regard was much less. It’s said that money can solve more than 95% of problems, and this definitely rings true.

"No way, Miaomiao and I are really good together!" Wang Xing said in disbelief.

Upon hearing this, Su Qing nearly rolled his eyes a hundred thousand times:

"Are you crazy? You’ve only been officially together with Miaomiao for how long, and you’re already thinking about marriage? It’s no wonder she’d be scared! If you really want to, at least wait until the second half of the year, first, to spend more time together, and second..."

"Second, what?"

"Make more money, you didn’t pass the civil service exam, your work is unstable, and savings aren’t much, you know."

Wang Xing: ...

"That hurts... Okay, I’ll listen to you and focus on making money first, but I have a feeling this year will be my lucky year, a crossroads in life!"

Upon hearing this, Su Qing shivered all over, damn it, he’s a bit sensitive to the term "crossroads" now. Anyone would think this guy even has a narrator.

Soon, the food was served. Su Qing wasn’t shy about it: oysters, kidneys, turtle soup, all very nourishing.

There’s no need for pretense between the two, and since they haven’t met for a while, naturally there was a lot to talk about. Watching the excited Wang Xing, Su Qing couldn’t help but smile.

Of Wang Xing’s words, eight out of ten were about business, and the remaining two were about his beloved Miaomiao. Life seems quite fulfilling for him.

But it also shows that he’s indeed been busy lately. In the past, during such wonderful weekend times, he would have been at home with his girlfriend, but now he’s diving into work on the construction site, with more focus on his career.

Meanwhile, Su Qing silently noted Wang Xing’s intention to marry this year and thought to himself that he should also get a move on.

He’s actually not in a hurry, after all, he’s just turned 23, 24 in virtual age, he’s still young, what’s the rush, he still has plenty of youth to waste, but Shen Yi can’t wait anymore.

Even though Aunt Shen never tells him her real age, he obviously knows what that means, because age is something women don’t like to mention, which means Shen Yi cares a lot.

The gap between them is at least bigger than the one between him and Li Zijun.

Although Shen Yi still looks young and beautiful, age is age; it wouldn’t be good to delay until she’s considered an elderly mother, right?

So, their matter should be settled this year or next year, it can’t be delayed any longer. Even if Shen Yi doesn’t bring it up, he has to take it seriously.

Besides, Aunt Shen has started hinting already. A few days ago, she said she wanted to take him to meet her parents this Labor Day. That’s a very clear signal.

If he still regards it as nothing, he’d be quite foolish.

The two, who have known each other for years, had quite a good conversation. For this, Wang Xing even drank a bit more, but given his drinking capacity, it was just a drizzle.

Soon after, Su Qing accompanied him to a project site, watching him complete a cargo docking with a truck, checking the inventory on board.

The work wasn’t tiring, and he didn’t need to do it himself, but it was mentally exhausting. There were too many things to manage: sorting, counting, settling payments, and so on.

Although none of these are big issues or particularly troublesome, he’s the only one in charge here, so everything needs to be done by him, which keeps him constantly busy.

After parting with Wang Xing, he contacted Lin Miaomiao, telling her to make Wang Xing get some rest tonight. His status can’t drag on any longer, so if needed, pour him some drinks.

Lin Miaomiao took his words seriously and quickly said she understood.

By the time he returned, it was already three in the afternoon. On the sofa, Shen Yi was curled up like a kitten in pajamas, using a laptop to handle some work files.

"You’re back?"

"Yeah, you’re working again, huh? What’s up with this, isn’t spring the mating season for animals? Why are you all working like you’ve been injected with stimulants? Does this stuff spread from person to person? You’re like that, Wang Xing’s also like that, and so is Da Qiang," Su Qing said while quickly sitting on the sofa, holding Shen Yi in his arms.

"Oh, shut up, you’re never serious. I’ve always worked like this, alright? So, what’s up with Wang Xing..."

"He’s busy making money to get married," Su Qing said, then recounted today’s events.

Hearing this, Shen Yi nodded: "You can’t tell, but he’s surprisingly motivated. If he gets married this year, let’s go together!"

"Sure, and you, the boss, can give him a big red envelope,"

Upon hearing this, Shen Yi smiled, but there was still a hint of worry in her eyes, which Su Qing naturally noticed and asked: "What’s wrong, my little aunt? Not happy?"

Shen Yi: ???

"Is it that obvious?"

Su Qing nodded: "Not really obvious, just a bit different from usual. What’s up? Hearing Wang Xing wants to get married, are you anxious too? How about we also..."

"Stop it, I’m not envious, just a bit frustrated"

"Frustrated? Work stuff?" Su Qing asked.

Shen Yi shook her head.

"Family matters?"

Shen Yi shook her head again, then spoke: "Do you remember when you returned from the capital, and I went to meet a foreign client?"

"I remember, a foreign friend, right? I heard she’s a foreign chick, as you mentioned!"

Hearing this, Shen Yi gave him a glare: "What foreign chick, stop joking around. A while back she came once, then went to places like the capital and Shanghai, and it’s already been discussed. She says she wants to stay here for a couple of days."

"Let her come, then. Didn’t you say she’s also part of your business? Just treat it as accompanying a client," Su Qing said, a bit puzzled.

Hearing this, Shen Yi sighed and said helplessly: "Her... how should I put it, you don’t get it. The two of us are classmates, but always secretly competing, and she somehow heard that I have a boyfriend; you missed each other last time when you went to the capital. Now she insists on meeting you, and I have a feeling she’s not coming with good intentions."

Su Qing: ???

At the same time, a narration cue sounded in his mind.

[Shawanna Kelly, an international student during Shen Yi’s university years, both are top-notch beauties, and although they seem to have a good relationship on the surface, they have always been competing with each other silently. From career and finances to grades and physique, this time, Shavanna is targeting you, causing a lot of worries for Shen Yi, which results in emotional stress!]

Goodness, hearing the narration in his mind, Su Qing was astonished, thinking he’d already understood Shen Yi’s network thoroughly, but on further reflection, it seemed reasonable.

How could one only know the landlady and Tang Nan so simply? It seems like Aunt fears he’s too weak and will lose terribly?

"No sweat, rest assured, I will take action!"

Shen Yi: ???

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