Compromise & Marriage

The next day, Liang Xiaoyuan arrived at the company early. Confirming that Xia Zixuan was there, he burst into the office despite Secretary Lan's attempts to stop him, shouting, "Xia Zixuan, if you don't have the ability to protect her, don't go messing with her!"

Xia Zixuan waved for Secretary Lan to leave, then coldly said, "Director Liang, do you have nothing to do so early in the morning?"

"Do you know that because of you, Shen Tong was almost ruined by your mother? If you don't have the capabilities, don't create trouble." Liang Xiaoyuan turned and left without waiting for Xia Zixuan's reaction.

Xia Zixuan sat stiffly in his chair, expressionless, not moving for a long time. Unknown emotions churned in his eyes. Suddenly, his pent-up anger exploded. He stood up forcefully, violently kicking over the desk in front of him. His chest heaving, he pulled out his phone from his pocket and dialed a number. "What exactly do you want?"

"What do I want? Xia Zixuan, what do you want?" The sharp voice on the other end was clearly Mrs. Xia's. "I've already chosen a marriage partner for you, but you tossed it aside without even looking. Getting involved with a woman like that, have you forgotten about your father's situation?"

Xia Zixuan angrily shouted, "You sent people to my apartment? And you're having me followed?"

"What's wrong with a mother having this little bit of authority?" She paused. "Or are you feeling guilty? Don't forget the lesson from before, your father."

"I haven't forgotten! I have no relationship with that woman!" Xia Zixuan slowly closed his eyes and compromised, "I'll get married, alright! Whichever one, if it will put your mind at ease, I'll marry her!" He hung up and forcefully smashed his phone on the ground, as if venting something. This way you can stop, and you won't hurt her anymore, he thought. When did he start having such thoughts? Wanting to protect her. But this is fine too. Marriage means nothing to him, it's just a means to gain benefits. He never makes losing deals. Besides, who says he can't pursue her after marriage? They're underestimating him. Xia Zixuan looked down at the street below and smiled coldly.

Several weeks later, Shen Tong only learned that Xia Zixuan was getting married when she invited Liang Xiaoyuan for a meal. Actually, this rumor had been around for a while, but Shen Tong didn't pay attention to such things. After a moment of regret, they didn't discuss the topic further, as it was too heavy for both of them.

So the next day, when the company announced in a meeting that Xia Zixuan would be getting married on Sunday and all company artists were to attend, it wasn't that surprising. Everyone just focused on doing their own jobs.

Chen Xiaoyong, however, was very excited when she heard the news. Having recently risen to fame, she could finally show off in front of all the company's artists. So she put on a haughty attitude and ordered Shen Tong, "You'll take care of the clothes Su Xiao and I will wear that day! They must be outstanding!"

With that, she thrust out her impressive chest, strutted away in her high heels without looking back. Shen Tong inwardly wailed. Xie Sangyan would also be attending, and if the two of them clashed, there would be another round of sarcasm and mockery. She had finally calmed down for a few days, but this was Xia Zixuan's wedding - hopefully nothing would go wrong!

Sunday quickly arrived. Chen Xiaoyong called Shen Tong early in the morning, 'urging her to hurry to the company'. Receiving the call, Shen Tong's eyes nearly popped out - there really was a first time for everything!

Arriving at the company at just 7:30, before Shen Tong could catch her breath, Chen Xiaoyong, with a gloomy face, gave her an unpleasant look. "Are the clothes ready?"

She quickly brought out the prepared clothes, one set for Chen Xiaoying and another for the aloof Su Xiao sitting to the side. Chen Xiaoying's eyes lit up when she saw the clothes. Beaming with joy, she took them and went to try them on. Su Xiao, however, remained seated without moving.

"What's wrong? Not satisfied with the outfit?" Shen Tong looked questioningly at the cold-faced Su Xiao.

"I don't want to wear this," Su Xiao refused Shen Tong again in his matter-of-fact tone.

Shen Tong could barely control her emotions and laughed coldly, "Why do you always have to do things your own way?" She was about to explode. The clothes she had painstakingly prepared were just rejected like this. How could there be such a person?

"I prepared clothes for myself," Su Xiao looked at the somewhat angry Shen Tong and continued, whether as an explanation or something else, "I also prepared a dress for you."

Shen Tong's open mouth didn't close for a long time. The ice-cold, self-centered prince could actually prepare a dress for her? It was truly a miracle! But she had misjudged him, so she quickly apologized, "I'm sorry, my attitude wasn't good just then. But I don't need the dress you prepared, I'm fine like this!" She smoothed out the wrinkles on her clothes and smiled at Su Xiao.

Su Xiao was stunned. He couldn't take his eyes off Shen Tong's smile, feeling as if the whole sky had brightened. He was especially attracted to those eyes hidden behind glasses. His instinct told him she would look even better without the glasses. Because Shen Tong was his manager and assistant, he could see her every day. Shen Tong rarely smiled in front of him, except for polite smiles. He had almost never seen her genuine smile, and didn't expect it to be so beautiful.

"If you don't wear it, I won't go." Su Xiao stubbornly looked at Shen Tong, determined. He didn't know why he wanted her to wear this dress, but he would be unhappy if she didn't wear it.. He used to watch Shen Tong's every move with a sense of dislike, but later his gaze was involuntarily attracted to her. She was always full of fighting spirit, catching his eye when he wasn't paying attention. This time, he went crazy preparing clothes for her, maybe because he couldn't stand seeing her always in a suit!

"Alright, fine, I'll wear it!" Shen Tong was embarrassed. Just when she had started to feel a bit of goodwill towards him, he acted so arbitrarily again. How unreasonable!

Su Xiao took out the pink dress he had prepared long ago. Shen Tong hurriedly went to change, while Su Xiao smiled happily and went to change as well.

When Shen Tong came out after changing, Chen Xiaoyong had already finished her makeup. Wearing a black sequined dress, she looked as seductive as a snake spirit, with exquisite and beautiful makeup that caught the eye. When she saw Shen Tong, Chen Xiaoyong's eyes nearly popped out, because Shen Tong's usually hidden figure was completely highlighted by this dress, though her face behind the glasses remained plain and unremarkable.

"Hmph, nothing special after all!" Chen Xiaoyong mocked with a sour tone, her eyes full of disdain. "Su Xiao, let's go!"

Shen Tong's face was full of helplessness. How could this woman's vanity be so strong?

Su Xiao was also shocked. He didn't realize her figure was so good. It must be because he chose such a good dress, he thought. Su Xiao's mood inexplicably improved, and the expression on his face was no longer so cold.

The three arrived at the wedding venue at 8 o'clock. The place was filled with people. A red carpet was laid out in the center of the green lawn, lined on both sides with fresh, gorgeous roses. Large round tables were set up on the lawn, laden with various desserts and red wine. The scene was grand. All the company's artists had arrived, handsome men and beautiful women. It was not just a wedding but also a battlefield for showing off. This is how the entertainment circle works - everyone has to show their most beautiful side. Of course, this was also a great place for entertainment reporters to catch news, and you could see reporters rushing around everywhere, actively pursuing stories.