The Crazy Son-In-Law

Over an hour later, the members of the Sikong family had gathered at a hall in the front yard. Sikong Xinrong sat at the head of the table, with several elders seated on either side of him. The atmosphere in the spacious hall was unprecedentedly solemn.

When they saw how radiant and vigorous he looked overnight, everyone was amazed. “Father, what happened to you?” Sikong Anming scrutinized him and asked.

“What? Are you unhappy that I am in good health?” Sikong Xinrong replied coldly.

The Sikong family had always had strict rules and a clear hierarchy. His question instantly frightened Sikong Anming, who hastily replied, “I wouldn’t dare think that way. Father, we are only glad that your health has got better.”

The others also stood solemnly, not daring to say anything more.

Sikong Xinrong ignored him and slowly addressed the gathered family members, “Everyone is here as witnesses. Today, I have a very important announcement. Listen well.”

After a brief silence, he continued, “I, Sikong Xinrong, the 43rd head of the Sikong family, hereby pass on the position of head of the family to Sikong Jie. I hope that everyone in the family can help him for the prosperity of our family and avoid any disputes. Anyone who goes against this will be punished according to our family laws.”

Each word carried authority and resonated with everyone’s hearts.

The Sikong family had strict rules, and only the most capable could become the head of the family. Sikong Jie, Sikong Xing’s father, was not the smartest in the Sikong family, but he was the most reliable. Over the years, he had managed the family’s business, and although he had no great achievements, there had been no significant mistakes.

Although they had just lost control of Golden Harrow, it was actually Sikong Xinrong’s decision. Therefore, no one would oppose Sikong Jie as the next head of the family.

The next day, the news of Sikong Jie taking over the Sikong family and Sikong Xinrong’s retirement spread throughout Stillwater.

Naturally, it reached Xiao Shun as well. However, he didn’t really care about it. Whoever became the next head of the Sikong family didn’t matter to him, as long as they didn’t cause him any trouble.

It happened to be the weekend, and Wen Wanyu was going to try on her wedding dress, and Yao Qin was about to go with her.

Although Xiao Shun had previously refused to join them, he eventually went with them after Yao Qin’s insistence.

At ten in the morning, outside a premium bridal shop called Dream of Paris in the downtown, Xiao Shun met Wen Wanyu’s fiancé. He was in his forties, fair-skinned, with a short beard, and looked like any successful man. He wore a black Armani double-breasted coat, a tight-fitting vest, and his Italian designer leather shoes shone brightly.

“My husband, Dong Yongnian,” Wen Wanyu introduced, her tone somewhat smug. After introduCeng Dong Yongnian, she held Yao Qin by her side. “This is my best friend, Yao Qin. I’ve mentioned about her.”

Dong Yongnian extended a hand and greeted gentlemanly, “Hello, nice to meet you. Wanyu always talks about you, and I finally get to meet you today.” However, an almost involuntary trace of desire flitted across his gaze, but he managed to hide it behind his gentlemanly facade the next second. Yao Cen also extended her hand and shook his gently, “Nice to meet you for the first time. From now on, I’ll leave my best friend in your care.”

“Don’t worry,” Dong Yongnian turned his gaze to Xiao Shun, who was standing nearby, “And this is?”Text © 2024 NôvelDrama.Org.

“Oh, he’s Yao Cen’s husband. I’ve mentioned him to you before,” Wen Wanyu finally remembered Xiao Shun and introduced him briefly. Although she had seen what he did at Pearl International, she still couldn’t bring herself to respect him. He was nothing more than a capable thug, no matter what. As for the mansion, it wasn’t anything special in Wen Wanyu’s eyes. Although her family wasn’t particularly prestigious in Stillwater, they still had hundreds of millions in assets.

He nodded towards Xiao Shun, a hint of disdain flashing across Dong Yongnian’s eyes.

Damn it! What a disparity! Xiao Shun felt slightly annoyed.

The four of them then entered the bridal shop. Wen Wanyu affectionately wrapped her arm around Yao Cen’s shoulder, “Come, you have to help me find something that will amaze everyone.”

“You’re so beautiful that you’d look stunning even without wearing anything,” Yao Cen jokingly whispered.

Although her voice was soft, Xiao Shun could hear her clearly. Then, an image immediately popped into his head – Dong Yongnian in a suit, standing next to a naked woman…

What the hell? He quickly shook his head, tossing those messy thoughts to the back of his mind.

After Wen Wanyu finally chose a wedding dress, she insisted that Yao Cen also try one on.

Back when they got married, they rushed everything, and she wasn’t exactly willing to marry Xiao Shun. So they didn’t even have wedding photos, and their wedding was very simple. They just had dinner with their families, and her grandfather announced their marriage at the dinner table. That was it. Whenever she thought back to that day, she felt just so wronged.

Regardless of their appearance, every woman dreamed of the day when they wore a wedding dress, but Yao Cen had missed her chance.

“Go on! I’m your best friend and I’ve never seen you in a wedding dress! They say a woman must wear a wedding dress at least once in your life, or you’ll regret it for the rest of your life,” Wen Wanyu urged.

Yao Cen refused several times, but Wen Wanyu kept insisting, so Yao Cen reluctantly picked a wedding dress and went to try it on with her.

Putting on a wedding dress was quite troublesome and took some time. Feeling bored, Xiao Shun went to the resting area and flipped through magazines listlessly. Before long, Dong Yongnian came over and sat down opposite him.

Since it was the first time they met and they were not familiar with each other, they didn’t have much to say to each other.

At that moment, an attractive and sexy woman wearing a well-fitted uniform approached them.

“Gentlemen, would you like something to drink?”

Dong Yongnian looked up at her and smiled, saying, “Coffee, thank you.”

Xiao Shun thought for a moment and replied, “Just hot water is fine.”

“Okay, please wait a moment.”

After the waiter left, Dong Yongnian looked at Xiao Shun with a complicated smile and asked, “Mr. Xiao, you don’t like coffee?”

“Oh, I just can’t get used to it.” Xiao Shun replied seriously.

Dong Yongnian chuckled. Wen Wanyu was right, he really was a peasant.

He silently sigh to himself. What a waste for such a beautiful woman to marry a peasant like him.

“We use our brains a lot at work, so sometimes we need a cup of coffee to perk up. I really can’t live without it.” Dong Yongnian said in a condescending tone.

Xiao Shun smiled indifferently, wondering how this guy could feel superior just from a cup of coffee.

‘Besides, we’re just meeting for the first time. What is he trying to show off about?’

At this point, Wen Wanyu and Yao Cen had already changed into their wedding gowns.

The curtains opened and the entire hall seemed to have been instantly lit up.

Wen Wanyu, in her pure white wedding gown, looked graceful, noble, elegant, and magnificent, like a queen looking down at her subjects.