amaotonovel Chapter 218 Dazzlingly Beautiful
Chapter 218 Dazzlingly Beautiful
When Zhang Jianjun proposed marriage, all four Qiao siblings were present, as was Sun Shaofen, but Xiang Nanfang was absent.
Qiao Erqiang prepared a table full of food, which was quite plentiful.
The atmosphere at the table was a little strange. To save trouble, Wei Shuying had invited Wu Fenglan over as well, making the two families one family. They had even knocked down the courtyard wall, so there were no more complicated formalities, and things were much simpler.
Wei Shuying seemed quite happy, "The dishes are all ready, let's start eating!"
The children were very obedient and picked up their chopsticks to eat.
After eating for a while, Wu Fenglan asked Qiao Yicheng, "Are you busy at the TV station lately?"
Influenced by Wen Qinghua, Qiao Yicheng paid great attention to his appearance, and was very particular about his clothes and his meals. He didn't care whether the food was good or not, but he always ate slowly and deliberately.
Hearing Wu Fenglan's question, he swallowed a little rice before answering, "It's alright! Things have been peaceful at the station lately, and everyone is not too busy."
Wu Fenglan sighed, "It's so much better when things are peaceful! During that chaotic period, we suffered the most!"
Wei Shuying nodded, "Yes, it's just that we've never really enjoyed life! Fortunately, the children are all grown up, and things are getting better and better outside."
Then the two began to reminisce about the hardships of the past, while the rest of the group couldn't get a word in edgewise and weren't interested.
Zhang Jianjun quietly asked Qiao Erqiang, "Do you know what Buddha Jumps Over the Wall is?"
Qiao Erqiang nodded, "I know. There were teachers at the previous culinary school who knew how to make this dish, but they didn't teach it to our class. And I heard that he didn't teach this dish either." At that time, it was only the first class of students, and there was no unified plan for what to teach.
"If you want to learn, I'll teach you! Your restaurant needs to expand. People outside are much wealthier now, so it's time to upgrade. Learn this dish as a signature dish; it should work!"
Qiao Simei chimed in, "Your restaurant really needs an upgrade, I'm almost embarrassed to go there!"
Qiao Erqiang nodded, "Thank you, Brother Xiaojun. I'm also very envious of those big restaurants. They serve the same food, but the prices are so much higher than mine."
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Qiao Sanli's wedding was still very grand!
The wedding was the most important day for Qiao Sanli, so Zhang Jianjun naturally wouldn't be perfunctory.
He hired people to decorate the house with lanterns and colorful decorations, and laid out red carpets on the ground. The villa was also decorated very exquisitely, and Chang Xingyu personally led the people to arrange it.
Qiao Sanli didn't like the noise and the checkpoints, so Zhang Jianjun, who came to pick her up, went straight into the bedroom.
When Zhang Jianjun came in, he saw Qiao Sanli wearing a red trench coat over a red round-neck shirt, her hair styled in a pretty updo, with three rose-shaped hair ties on her head. She was sitting on the edge of the bed, looking on expectantly.
Stunningly beautiful!
Having witnessed so many centuries of world history, Zhang Jianjun believes that Qiao Sanli was the most beautiful person ever!
And today, Qiao Sanli is the most beautiful woman in her life!
"Sanli!"
Qiao Sanli didn't dare to look into Zhang Jianjun's burning gaze, and lowered her head to give a soft "hmm".
"Thank you, Sanli!"
Qiao Sanli was puzzled. "Thank me for what?"
"Thank you for letting me see the most beautiful scenery! It made my life worthwhile!"
A radiant smile bloomed on Qiao Sanli's face, like a snow lotus in full bloom!
Zhang Jianjun's heart lit up again!
That amazing smile!
She gently offered her hand to Zhang Jianjun, saying, "Let's go!"
Zhang Jianjun lifted Qiao Sanli up in his arms, saying, "Sanli! Leave the rest of your life to me!"
After saying that, Zhang Jianjun strode out.
Qiao Simei witnessed all of this and shuddered with envy.
The wedding guests were almost identical to those at Zhang Jianjun and Chang Xingyu's wedding. Those who came to congratulate them last time were there again.
Similarly, this time, no dowry is required.
Wen Qinghua brought Ma Suqin again, and this time Ma Suqin and Qiao Erqiang finally got to know each other. Neither of them paid attention to the other; both of their marriages were still relatively happy, and they didn't need to help each other lick their wounds.
Unlike last time, Qi Zhiqiang came.
Although he didn't remarry Wei Shufang, he still moved back in. Wei Shufang was ill, and all three children were busy, especially Qi Weiyi and Qi Weiya, who always made excuses about being too busy with work. Only the eldest son, Qi Weimin, and his wife went to the hospital to take care of her. Qi Zhiqiang couldn't bear to see her like this anymore, so he went to the hospital to look after Wei Shufang. After she was discharged, Wei Shufang used the excuse of taking care of herself to keep Qi Zhiqiang at home.
The relationship between the two Wei sisters was never particularly harmonious, but it wasn't too strained either. They were treated like ordinary guests.
Qi Weimin was very unhappy, feeling that Qiao Sanli had poor judgment and that Zhang Jianjun, who was remarried, was not good enough for her. He admitted that Qi Zhiqiang had received help from Zhang Jianjun before, but that was a separate matter.
No matter how many times he gets married, Zhang Jianjun's feeling about weddings is always: exhausting!
Even with a strong physique, smiling at so many people all day long can be tiring; perhaps it's mental exhaustion.
That night, Zhang Jianjun and Qiao Sanli lay down on the bed. Looking at the beautiful decorations in the room, Qiao Sanli said to Zhang Jianjun, "Brother Jun, I really didn't expect that after going through so much, we'd finally be together!"
"Sanli, my happiness comes from you!" Zhang Jianjun propped himself up, climbed on top of Qiao Sanli, and kissed her lips.
Qiao Sanli also responded enthusiastically.
While the two rolled to the edge of the bed, Zhang Jianjun reached out and turned off the bedside lamp.
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Chang Xingyu returned to the villa on the third day. He wasn't used to staying at the Chang family home, as it wasn't as convenient as the villa.
Qiao Sanli picked up Zhang Yitong and said, "Yitong, be good. If you call me stepmother, I'll give you this candy!"
Chang Xingyu objected, "Call me stepmother? Then what should I call you?"
Zhang Jianjun laughed, "Call me Mom! Or should I call you Auntie?"
Chang Xingyu thought about it for a moment, and it seemed to make sense, but something still seemed off.
Qiao Sanli sensed something was wrong, but just lowered her head and chuckled, stopping teasing Xiao Yitong and directly stuffing the candy into her mouth. It was one of those lollipops, and Qiao Sanli held the small stick in her hand, so it was safe.
Zhang Jianjun was very happy, but Qiao Yicheng was not so happy.
He went to the county to celebrate Xiang Nanfang's birthday without telling him beforehand, wanting to surprise him. He arrived at Xiang Nanfang's house in the county, but after knocking for a long time, Xiang Nanfang didn't answer the door. Perhaps Xiang Nanfang was out socializing?
As Qiao Yicheng walked out of the stairwell, he saw a scene that chilled him to the bone.
Xiang Nanfang accepted a large bouquet of roses from a man in a suit!
After the car drove away, Xiang Nanfang dialed the cell phone that Qiao Sanli had recently given to Qiao Yicheng. The Nokia's ringtone sounded nearby, "Wait, wait, wait!"
Xiang Nanfang turned his head and looked over. In the dark corner, a familiar figure was faintly visible. "Yi Cheng?"
Pulling his suitcase, Qiao Yicheng smiled at Xiang Nanfang and said, "Happy birthday!"
Xiang Nanfang hugged Qiao Yicheng, and Qiao Yicheng felt that the flowers in Xiang Nanfang's hand were a little uncomfortable!
"Come on, let's go inside!"
Qiao Yicheng sat down on the sofa. "Nanfang, you've already eaten, haven't you?"
Xiang Nanfang put on an apron. "You haven't eaten yet, have you? I'll go make you something."
Qiao Yicheng stopped Xiang Nanfang from doing anything. "Let me do it today! I'm here to celebrate your birthday, how can I let you do it? Would you like to eat something with me?"
Xiang Nanfang nodded. "That would be perfect!"