Sister Xiao Yue is getting married, which is the most important event in a woman's life. Such an important matter, hidden from dad, from auntie, from grandpa, hidden from the entire Lian Family, when they find out afterwards, will he be skinned alive by dad, auntie, and grandpa? Lian Qingyang tossed and turned eighteen times in bed, nearly suffocating, with such a big secret in his heart that he couldn't voice, it felt like there were millions of ants biting him inside. What to do, what to do? Lian Qingyang longed for the phone to ring, wishing they could come to Jing City on their own. Aunt Lian Tong went to investigate Gu Chun's matter, how could she possibly find time to come to Jing City? As for dad Lian He, lately he seems to be busy with the investment affairs in Wangjiang County and doesn't have time to come to Jing City either. "Eh, if I had known earlier..." he wouldn't have come to Jing City. He rolled off the bed in one swift movement and got up, murmuring to himself: "If I don't come to Jing City, how can I see Sister Xiao Yue getting her marriage certificate?" "Grandpa, dad, auntie, it's not that I don't want to tell, it's Sister Xiao Yue who doesn't allow me to say," Lian Qingyang muttered to himself. When he got up the next day, as soon as he opened his eyes, he thought of the secret he had been holding in yesterday, and he made his way early to Tang Yue's house. The conversations between Aunt Tang and Tang Yue were all about the marriage and the bridal house. Lian Qingyang thickened his skin and wanted to see the bridal house. Tang Yue did not refuse, also enabling Lian Qingyang to carry some things for her. After roaming the streets for a day, Lian Qingyang ended up carrying a full two hands of items and finally arrived at the bridal house. Seeing that it was a house in Jianan Prefecture, Lian Qingyang then said: "The houses here are really nice." Pushing the door open and putting the items inside, with his hands now free, he took the time to look around the house. It was bigger than the houses in the alleyway, especially the yard, which was much larger. In the corner of the yard, some green plants and lush trees were planted. They weren't big, but as long as they were well taken care of, the small trees would eventually grow to be towering giants. In terms of layout, this place felt more like home than the alleyway did. In the alley, everywhere was stacked with Tang Yue's work materials, but here, it felt like home everywhere. Next to the kitchen in the yard, there was a well. Next to the well, the ground had been leveled with cement, and by it stood a bright red basin and a washboard. The well was covered with a cement slab, with a water press next to it. With just the right amount of skill, water could be pressed out. Above, a shelter was built, providing a great place to wash clothes regardless of whether it was sunny or raining. Lian Qingyang envisioned a scene in his head: Tang Yue washing clothes here, and in the future, their children would be running around beside her. "What's the matter?" Seeing Lian Qingyang standing motionless, Tang Yue couldn't help but ask, "I really place. It's very convenient for washing clothes in the future." When Tang Yue came here before, it had already been renovated. This water press was actually brought back from the south by her. "Sister Xiao Yue, it's good indeed, but do you still have to do the laundry?" Lian Qingyang looked at Tang Yue. She was also a miss from the Lian Family. Not to mention Lian Qingqing, just take Lian Qingzhi and sisters Lian Qingling; even Lian Qingxuan, each one of them grew up coddled and didn't have to think about laundry or cooking. Their only duty was to dress more beautifully, to learn an elegant yet presentable skill that would enhance their worth and reputation. "Yeah." Tang Yue nodded and said, "What's wrong with washing your own clothes? Besides, getting your dirty laundry clean is really satisfying, you know?" Tang Yue dreamily anticipated the future, "As long as I have time, I still prefer to do my own laundry and hang it up. Don't you think that's what makes it feel like home?" "That's true." Lian Qingyang nodded in agreement, scrutinizing the bridal room carefully. Although it wasn't luxurious, like Tang Yue's house, it had a homey feel. There were many rooms, and he shamelessly suggested, "Sister Xiao Yue, you have to reserve an exclusive room for me so I can stay over when I have time." Lian Qingyang looked at her nervously, his face full of hope. Tang Yue agreed immediately; with so many guest rooms, sparing one for Lian Qingyang was no big deal. "Sister Xiao Yue, you're the best," Lian Qingyang said, his happiness evident. After having enjoyed a meal made by Uncle Tang that evening, his contentment deepened. As for the Lian Family, Lian Qingyang was still conflicted, but he quietly thought to himself that it wasn't because he hadn't spoken up—it was because they didn't care enough about Sister Xiao Yue. If they had cared, they wouldn't have been left in the dark. With these thoughts, the unease and guilt in Lian Qingyang's heart gradually dissipated. As August 3rd drew nearer, the person who had been taken around by Chu Hong finally returned. As soon as Qin Anyu came back, she dashed into the alleyway, exclaiming excitedly, "Xiao Yue, I missed you so much." Qin Anyu hugged Tang Yue tightly, her joy clearly written on her face. "I thought you went on a honeymoon and had completely forgotten about me with all the sweetness," Tang Yue said teasingly. Qin Anyu's face turned red, and she quickly let go of Tang Yue, changing the subject, "Xiao Yue, I even brought back some nice things for you." "What nice things?" Tang Yue watched as Qin Anyu ran off and returned shortly with a big bundle in her arms. Curious, Tang Yue looked at the things in Qin Anyu's hands and asked, "What's this?" "Guess?" Qin Anyu teased, pulling Tang Yue into the workshop. As she slowly unwrapped the bundle, the white tulle revealed itself, sparking a thought in Tang Yue, who asked, "This, is it a wedding dress?" "You're so smart," Qin Anyu said as she carefully took out the wedding dress. She grinned, adding, "It was really hard to get this from a friend, the prettiest one. How about it? Perfect for your wedding, right?" "It's quite beautiful," Tang Yue glanced at the wedding dress. From the perspective of her future self, the pure white dress was indeed beautiful, though the design might lean towards the conservative side. "I'm giving it to you," Qin Anyu offered the dress. "I'm just registering my marriage, not wearing a wedding dress. You should keep it for yourself," Tang Yue pushed the dress back, saying, "You're getting married in October, and this dress will be just perfect for you." This content belongs to NoveI(F)ire.net "So, just because we're not throwing a banquet, I can't wear a wedding dress?" Qin Anyu raised an eyebrow. "Getting married is a once-in-a-lifetime event. How can you..." "Anyu, I'm only twenty years old and still a student in the university. I'm sneaking around to get married; I should count myself lucky the school isn't taking issue with the marriage, let alone throwing a big banquet. How would I face going to school then?" Tang Yue couldn't help saying. In her future life, college students do get married, but they don't make such a big deal out of it.