Chapter 97

97. Registering the Marriage

In this bustling metropolis, the brief afternoon hours became a moment of leisure for a few.

Lin Gui faced the floor-to-ceiling window, gazing at the vehicles passing by.

After a moment, he realized something and turned around: “Hm?”

“Long time no see~” Wen Han sized him up from head to toe and sat beside him, “Did you pay the bill for me?”

“Yes.” Lin Gui smiled slightly, “I was grateful that you helped me pick up my wallet before, so I took the liberty. I hope you won’t mind.”

“Of course not.” Wen Han smirked, talking to herself made her feel detached, “Mr. Lin isn’t from Star River City, right?”

Lin Gui shook his head and looked at her again, “Miss Wen, your new hair color looks great. I almost didn’t recognize you.”

“Oh?” Wen Han touched her burgundy hair and gave a flirtatious smile, “Was I not good-looking before?”

“You were!”

“Hahaha…”

Just who is this Lin Gui?

Wen Han pondered, then asked again, “What do you do, Mr. Lin?”

“I’m an artist!” Lin Gui handed over his business card, “Actually… I have an idea, I wonder if Miss Wen would be willing.”

Paint me a picture?

Wen Han sneered inwardly, “What?”

“Your bone structure is the best golden ratio I’ve ever seen!” Lin Gui smiled honestly, “I’d like to invite you to be my model!”

Wen Han rolled her eyes, then raised her lips, “Nude model?”

“No… Not at all!” Lin Gui scratched his head awkwardly, “It’s just a regular painting, but I think Miss Wen can infuse the work with soul, making it outstanding!”

“…I’ll think about it.”

“There’s my number on the card, please contact me whenever you’re ready.”

Wen Han moved her finger, glanced at the number, “Then consider today’s bill as a deposit, I don’t like owing people things.”

“This is just…”

“I’m not used to others paying for me.” Wen Han stood up, turned her back without hesitation, “Bye then~”

Lin Na immediately followed, the two vanished in a blink.

“Wen Han, does that guy want to hit on you?” After leaving Lin Gui behind, Lin Na said gossipingly, “But he’s not particularly good-looking, quite plain, far from the ones before.”

“…”

Her heart was pierced.

Wen Han gritted her teeth and glanced at Lin Na, but could only turn away silently.

Was I really that bad before? Humph!

But come to think of it, did I overthink everything about Lin Gui?

Could his appearance really just be a coincidence?

Walking across the crosswalk, Wen Han soon felt her phone vibrate.

…

“Brother Zhou, you called me?”

Night fell in Star River City, yet it remained vibrant and lively.

After receiving Zhou Bin’s call in the afternoon, the evening saw the shadow with the rose tattoo arriving at their agreed location.

“Get in the car first.” Zhou Bin smiled as Wen Han got in, “Do you know what I did this afternoon?”

“…What?”

Just getting into the car, Wen Han lifted her head immediately.

She turned her eyes, “Brother Zhou, is it about business?”

“Not at all!” Zhou Bin clenched his fist, “I’ve completely cut ties with Xu Fang! From now on, we’ll never meet again!”

“…Oh?”

Saved me a lot of trouble?

Wen Han suppressed her laughter, squinted her eyes, “Brother Zhou, isn’t this a bit…”

“As long as I can be with you, I’ll do anything.”

Good! You said it yourself!

“Shall we register tomorrow?!” Just then, Zhou Bin suddenly pulled out his household registration book, “Tomorrow… we’ll get engaged!”

“…?”

All thoughts returned to calmness instantly.

Wen Han immediately looked up, scanning the other party.

She had planned to wait and see, but now it seemed… she should implement her plan to change the situation.

“Brother Zhou, I’m sorry…” After a moment of silence, Wen Han forced a bitter smile, “I’m not ready to marry you yet.”

“…Why?”

“I…” Wen Han sighed, “Do you remember what I told you before?”

“Your parents still disagree?”

“Yeah.” Wen Han nodded, “Can I have a few days to convince them?”

“…Alright.”

The enthusiasm was extinguished in an instant.

Zhou Bin could only force a smile, “Are you sure about this?”

“As long as I’m determined, I believe they will understand!” Wen Han nodded, “Tomorrow I’ll take them around and talk to them about this.”

“Good, I trust you!” Holding the household registration book, Zhou Bin showed a relieved smile.

Now, she was all he had left.

He… couldn’t afford to lose anything else!

…

On the other side of Star River City.

“Old Su, tonight you can’t refuse! After such a rare day off, let’s drink until we’re drunk!”

Inside the Light Magic Society, everyone began preparing to enjoy themselves thoroughly tonight.

Su Zeheng smiled helplessly, “I really don’t understand why people like drinking, I’m not used to it.”

“It’s not about liking it.” Fat Brother pushed his glasses, “After drinking, all stress and worries seem to vanish. That’s the true essence of drinking.”

“Fat Brother’s words are quite philosophical!”

Everyone burst into laughter, the entire Light Magic Society filled with joy.

Su Zeheng was about to stand up and celebrate with his colleagues when he suddenly noticed his phone ringing.

“Hm?” His face changed instantly, “Wen Han?”

In the middle of the night, what mischief is this little witch planning?

He frowned, picking up the call immediately.

“Big… Uncle~”

“Hm?” Su Zeheng furrowed his brows, sensing the alcohol on the other end, “Have you been drinking?”

“I’m not drunk! Not drunk!” Wen Han giggled, “Uncle, are you a policeman?”

“…Sort of.” Su Zeheng moved away from his colleagues, “What’s wrong?”

“When in trouble, call the police!” Wen Han hiccupped, “The rice cooker you gave me broke just now.”

“Broke?” Su Zeheng was stunned, “Do you want me to fix it now?”

“I need it to cook for Little Yuan tomorrow.” As she spoke, Wen Han’s voice started to tremble, “My daughter is the most important thing to me. If she goes to school hungry… sob sob sob…”

“Don’t cry! Don’t cry!”

He couldn’t bear to see women cry.

Su Zeheng panicked, drawing the attention of his colleagues, “I’ll go over right now, shall I fix it for you?”

“Uncle… you’re really kind~”

The call ended abruptly.

Su Zeheng scratched his head, bewildered.

“In the middle of the night… never mind.”

He turned his head helplessly, only to be met with gazes from all directions.

“Old Su.” Long-haired Old Bai grinned oddly, “Are you… dating someone?”