Chapter 195: Chapter 194: Overstepping Boundaries (Part 2)
Shi Yang frankly announced that he is in a romantic relationship with Zhao Meimei, not admiration, not ambiguity, but true love; they have clarified their relationship and are together.
Shi Yang’s father was caught off guard by his statement, coupled with recalling his neglect towards Shi Yang and his mother in the past, the whole conversation dynamics instantly changed, with Shi Yang taking the lead.
Shi Yang’s father opened his mouth but couldn’t think of anything to say.
Shi Yang’s profile was calm, his voice gentle yet undeniably serious and firm: "From the moment I met Meimei, I’ve always liked her. As for when my feelings started to change, I honestly can’t pinpoint. But by the time I realized it, I was already completely in love."
Shi Yang slowly rubbed his face with his hand, feeling a bit embarrassed either because of the alcohol or for confessing his inner feelings in front of his father, making his face feel a bit warm.
Shi Yang turned to look at his father: "After I confirmed my feelings, I confessed to Meimei, and luckily, she loves me too. I understand your concerns that feelings are flimsy and aren’t protected by a legal contract, and Meimei is still young; what if she loves someone else in a couple of years?"
Shi Yang spoke with a serious demeanor: "I’ve thought these things through thoroughly. Now that I’ve clarified my feelings, and she happens to like me too, I’ll make every effort to keep her by my side, have her accompany me, until marriage, until we grow old."
Shi Yang’s father: "...."
Shi Yang squinted his eyes confidently: "The feelings between Meimei and me have transitioned from affection to love; it’s more stable and solid than love evolving into affection. Besides, I’m confident enough to keep her both physically and emotionally because I believe no one in this world will be better for her, love her more, or be more suitable for her than I."
Shi Yang’s father stared blankly at Shi Yang, who was full of spirit and exceptionally handsome, and couldn’t help but sigh; it seemed he had done something unnecessary tonight.
Shi Yang’s father was immersed in the realization that blue surpasses the blue when he heard Shi Yang say: "Dad, I plan to live together with your future daughter-in-law, please keep it a secret for two years. I promise I won’t touch her before Meimei goes to college, you can rest assured about that, and please take care of my mom for me; she always listens to you. Oh, also, if you could help me deal with Uncle Zhao and his wife too, that would be great."
Shi Yang’s father was taken aback, looking at Shi Yang in disbelief; he could only think: he’s really pushing it! ...... No, he’s going overboard!!
Days before the school opening, Shi Yang drove to the residential compound to pick up Zhao Meimei to their new home; Zhao Meimei only brought a few sets of clothes, everything else was prepared by Shi Yang.
Both families gathered together and had a housewarming banquet near No. 1 High School.
The restaurant was the same one where Zhang Xin and her brother took Zhao Meimei to, the one serving boiled fish.
Having finally brought Zhao Meimei into the home, Shi Yang suddenly felt revitalized, brimming with energy, exuding inner and outer joyful happiness.
Zhao Meimei was also happy; since entering the new home, the smile on her lips never faded, secretly enjoying the pleasure. In a good mood, with a hearty appetite, she ate the most at dinner and felt a bit stuffed at the end.
At the dinner table, neither Zhao Dazhuang nor Liu Xiue expressed thanks; the relationship between the families was so close that they didn’t treat each other as outsiders.
Eating boiled fish soaked in spicy oil, fragrant, numbing, and spicy, Shi Yang’s father had a few drinks with Zhao Dazhuang.
As a result, after the meal, Zhao Dazhuang drank too much again, unsteady and wobbling.
Shi Yang’s mother quickly said: "It’s okay, just stay over at Shi Yang’s place tonight since it’s nearby."
Liu Xiue stopped her: "No need, no need, when he’s drunk, he vomits and causes a fuss, very annoying, I need to stay and take care of him."
Shi Yang’s mother urged: "You can stay over too; you and Meimei can sleep, Yangyang and Old Zhao can share a room; it’ll be fine for one night."
Shi Yang’s father voluntarily reached out to support Zhao Dazhuang: "No worries, if you want to go home, I can call a driver to take you back; he can help carry you upstairs too; my driver’s home is nearby; just wait a couple of minutes while I call."
Shi Yang watched slyly from the side, hearing this, secretly breathed a sigh of relief.
Waiting for the driver to come over by car, Shi Yang hurriedly helped Zhao Dazhuang into the car and fervently bid goodbye to Liu Xiue, then saw them off.
Shi Yang walked to his father’s side, warmly wrapping an arm around his shoulder, praised: "Dad, you really know your stuff."
Shi Yang’s father reached out to punch him in the chest: "Get lost! Stop taking advantage and acting out; remember the promise you made to me!"
Shi Yang inwardly chuckled, rare for him to joke with his father: "Don’t worry, I promise not to make you a grandfather within two years."
Shi Yang’s father was first startled, then kicked Shi Yang jokily: "You little rascal, joking with your dad!"
Shi Yang chuckled.
After seeing off Shi Yang’s parents too, Shi Yang took Zhao Meimei by the hand, their fingers interlocked, and first went to the nearby supermarket below the apartment to buy a lot of snacks before lazily walking home.
Although it’s a newly built complex, both the management and planning are well-executed; with various intricately designed landscape shapes and bright and distinctive streetlights, the pathway from the front gate to the residential buildings is like a park.
Shi Yang held Zhao Meimei’s hand, habitually slipping it into his pocket, asked: "Why aren’t you talking?"
Zhao Meimei pretended to press her stomach: "Brother, I seem to have eaten too much earlier, and my stomach hurts."
Shi Yang frowned: "Is it serious?"
Zhao Meimei pouted: "It’s okay; it just hurts when walking."
Shi Yang pulled her hand out from his pocket, stepped forward, and squatted down: "Then let me carry you?"
Zhao Meimei immediately grinned: "Really?"
Shi Yang urged: "Quickly get on."
Zhao Meimei happily climbed onto Shi Yang’s back.
Shi Yang had broad shoulders, appearing robust and solid even through the thick layer of the down jacket.
Zhao Meimei stretched her arms to hug Shi Yang’s neck, pressed her mouth and nose against his nape, inhaled the faint scent of tobacco; the moment she leaned in, the feeling of holding the one she loves made her heart tremble with an insuppressible warmth.
Shi Yang supported Zhao Meimei’s thighs, adjusting her upwards slightly, then stepped forward.