Cinderella Innocent and Boss Charming - Chapter 179

Chapter 179 Of Course We Will Be Happy Too
On the eighth day of the first month of the lunar year, Shao Boqing got married.

City G’s number one playboy got married. This news was really exciting. In a flash, it spread all over the city. The guests were clustered. Not only were all the celebrities and dignitaries present, there were also numerous media paparazzi. They were waiting outside the hotel with long and short focal lens cameras. Shao Boqing was a person who loved liveliness. Since he had finally been able to marry his beloved one and only he himself knew the hardships he had gone through, he naturally put in all his effort to hold a luxurious ceremony.

In the lobby of the hotel, well-dressed gentlemen and beauties with outstanding temperament could be found everywhere. Many of the women were Shao Boqing’s ex-girlfriends. Shao Boqing had such a merit that although he had many ex-girlfriends, he always broke up with them on good terms. Every one of them still treated him as a friend when they met again. Therefore, even though many of his ex-girlfriends were present, the scene was still in harmony. For them, they might be more interested in the bride. They all wanted to see what kind of a woman was actually capable of conquering Shao Boqing, the great lady-killer!

Nina had arranged the engagement party for Shao Boqing last time. This time, she did not get involved in her own wedding at all. She just ate, slept, and rested, caring only about the baby in her belly. When she arrived at the hotel and saw this extravagant scene, she complained that Shao Boqing had made it so wasteful and extravagant. Young Master Shao smiled and hugged her, “Honey, I still feel it is not enough in this way. You are my precious sweetheart. Of course, I will give you the best.”

Nina glanced at him. “Your precious sweetheart is in my belly.”

Young Master Shao continued his sweet words, “Both of you and the baby are my sweethearts. You are the big one, and our son is the small one.”

Nina looked around at the ubiquitous red roses and the life-size wedding photo out of real gold on the photo board before shaking her head, “So vulgar.”

“Honey, you don’t understand. Great vulgarity is great elegance.” Shao Boqing said seriously, “Although my sincerity can’t be measured by money, it can only be expressed in this way in order for everyone to see my true feelings for you. From a realistic point of view, gold and silver are the most valuable symbolization.”

Nina glanced at Shao Bokang, who was standing at the door to receive the guests, and said, “Isn’t it for showing your Shao family’s deep pockets?”

“Of course not,” said Shao Boqing in a high pitch as if he had been wronged. “Am I someone who cares about family reputation? At first, Eldest Brother said that we should be standing at the door to welcome the guests since it was us who were getting married. It’s also what the customs and rules request. But I don’t care. How would I let you bear such tiredness? I directly turned him down and let him stand at the door by himself.”

Nina smiled and said, “Well, I’ve offended your eldest brother after I just married you.”

“How can that be? Eldest brother knows that we can’t make you feel tired. Mom has said that you’ll only need to stand on the stage for a while later. Don’t worry about anything else. Let my brother arrange it.”

“Alright, you can go about your business,” Nina chased him away. “I don’t need to show up. But you as the bridegroom shouldn’t be lazy. Others may think it’s your brother’s wedding today.”

“Bah, such nonsense.” Shao Boqing wanted to scold her but couldn’t bear to blame her. He saw that Zhou Ting was walking towards them so he said, “Alright, your friend is here. I’ll avoid her in case she’ll make fun of me.” After saying that, he turned around and walked towards the other end.

Nina covered her mouth and laughed behind him. Zhou Ting walked over and looked at Shao Boqing’s back somewhat inexplicably. “Why did your husband leave when he saw me? Did I offend him?”

Nina smiled and said, “You didn’t offend him, but with me by your side, he will have no way out but to be bullied by you, so he simply avoided you, hohoho…”

“I bully him? I am just a tiny secretary. How can I bully the general manager? Are you kidding me?”

“Come on, don’t play innocent with me.” Nina closed the door and beckoned her to sit on the sofa. “Has the president arrived?”

Zhou Ting checked the time and said, “He shouldn’t have arrived yet. Manager Shao has the great honour. I heard that the president and his whole family would all come today.”

“Will Xiaoxian come?”

Zhou Ting thought for a moment and shook her head, “Probably not. The president won’t let Xiaoxian meet his parents. Xiaoxian is timid, and the president is afraid of scaring her.”

“The president is so nice to Xiaoxian.”

“Isn’t Manager Shao nice to you? Isn’t your wedding luxurious enough?” said Zhou Ting. “You don’t know how many people envy you!”

“He is nice to me,” Nina was a little melancholy, “but didn’t you see those women when you came in? They all look familiar. I just glanced at them at the door and estimated that they could fill up at least three tables. Do you think we should put a sign of ex-girlfriend on the table as in the movie?”

Zhou Ting laughed loudly, “Come on, you’re the one who’s gaining advantage and showing off your cleverness. One side wins and the other loses, you can just show off in an ostentatious manner today!”

The Gu family and the Xia family both came with all family members. They arrived at about the same time. After getting out of the car, the two families naturally walked together. Xia Xiaowan greeted the parents of the Gu family before walking together with Gu Nianbin. She lowered her voice and asked, “Why didn’t you bring your little girl along?”

Gu Nianbin looked at his parents’ backs and shook his head, “It’s better that she doesn’t come to this kind of an occasion.”

“Are you afraid of scaring her?” Xia Xiaowan smiled and said, “You’ve protected her so well that I’m going to be jealous. You’ve never treated me like this before.”

“You’re not afraid of such an occasion.” Gu Nianbin curved his lips slightly and couldn’t help but smile when he mentioned his little girl. “She’s too timid to be compared with you.”

“Essentially, you treat her better.” Xia Xiaowan pouted, “Hey, why do I feel so jealous in my heart?”

Xia Xiaowan’s half-earnest tone left Gu Nianbin speechless. He always felt apologetic to Xia Xiaowan. She came back as promised, but he already fell in love with someone else.

Suddenly, Xia Xiaowan grabbed him. Gu Nianbin was stunned and was about to say something when Xia Xiaowan leaned her entire body upon his arm and whispered, “Jiang Kaiwei is here.”

Gu Nianbin looked up. Ten meters ahead, Jiang Kaiwei was getting out of the car, along with Shen Li.

As Jiang Kaiwei talked to Shen Li, he walked into the hotel and didn’t seem to have seen them. Gu Nianbin looked at Xia Xiaowan again, only to find that her face was pale. He had been used to taking care of her for more than ten years. Seeing her like this, he pulled out his arm and hugged her. “What’s wrong? You don’t look well, do you feel uncomfortable?”

Xia Xiaowan shook her head. “Brother Nianbin, can you stay with me later in the hall? I’m afraid…”

“I see.” Gu Nianbin understood what she meant, “Don’t worry, with me by your side, Jiang Kaiwei won’t do anything to you.”

“Thank you, Brother Nianbin,” said Xia Xiaowan. “I didn’t expect him to come. His relationship with Brother Boqing is not very close, is it?”

“Right now, the Gu Group and Jiang Group have a cooperative project, so it’s nothing wrong that Shao Boqing gave him an invitation.”

Xia Xiaowan nodded and walked into the hotel with Gu Nianbin. Shao Bokang was welcoming the guests at the entrance with the Shao family members and relatives. Seeing Gu Nianbin and Xia Xiaowan come together, he raised his eyebrows, seemingly a little surprised. However, in an instant, he already put on a smile and greeted Gu Nianbin. He then smiled at Xia Xiaowan and said, “Miss Xia, it’s been a few years. You haven’t changed at all and still are as beautiful as before.”

“Is that so? I think you look younger than before, Mr. Shao.” Xia Xiaowan also smiled slightly.

Shao Bokang laughed loudly. “Miss Xia is really a sweet talker.” He laughed again and then pretended to be surprised and said as if he suddenly realized something, “Oh, it turns out that I’ve said the wrong thing. Miss Xia, I have to say that you’re more beautiful and humorous than before!”

Xia Xiaowan held Gu Nianbin’s arm and giggled, “Mr. Shao is so smart. You take a hint quickly!”

As the three of them were laughing and joking, Shao Boqing came out of the door. Seeing Xia Xiaowan, he was also a little surprised before walking over and sizing her up. “I’ve long heard from Nanze that you’re back, but I never had the chance to see you. Look, after staying abroad for a few years, your temperament has become even more outstanding.”

Xia Xiaowan said to Shao Bokang smilingly, “Mr. Shao, you have to learn from Brother Boqing so that you can become likable among girls.”

“He’s just too attractive to girls,” Shao Bokang glanced at his younger brother. “I have to admit that I don’t have the ability.”

Shao Boqing was afraid that he would be scolded on his big day, so he hurriedly pulled Gu Nianbin and Xia Xiaowan to walk inside while turning to Shao Bokang and saying, “Brother, I’ll take them in to take seats.”

Xia Xiaowan whispered with a chuckle, “I haven’t seen you for a few years, Brother Boqing, you’re still afraid of your elder brother?”

“There’s nothing to be afraid of,” said Shao Boqing. “Have you ever watched the movie “Tales of the West?” He’s just like the Tang Monk in the film. He’s very verbose. I wonder if his menopause has been advanced.”

Now even Gu Nianbin couldn’t help but laugh, “If your elder brother didn’t talk many things into you these years, what kind of trouble do you think you would get yourself into? Having such a good elder brother, yet you talked about him in such an ungrateful manner.”

“Oh, by the way, where’s the bride?” Xia Xiaowan looked around. She was also curious. After knowing Shao Boqing for so many years, she felt that he was like a diligent butterfly that constantly fluttered in flowers without stopping. It seemed that he would never stop seeking women. This time, she was really surprised that he would settle down and get married. In her impression, some men were not suitable for marriage, such as Shao Boqing, Shen Li, and the man with Shen Li.

“She’s in the lounge and will come out when the wedding officially begins.” Shao Boqing raised his eyebrows, looking both helpless and high-blown. “There’s nothing I can do. Now that she’s carrying a baby, I can’t get her tired!”

“Ah, I’m going to be jealous again,” Xia Xiaowan smiled. “Brother Boqing is so considerate. The bride is so happy.”

“Of course, to marry her is to make her happy.” Shao Boqing looked at Gu Nianbin, then looked at Xia Xiaowan, and he smiled meaningfully, “Wish you two happiness too!”

“Of course,” Xia Xiaowan said hastily before Gu Nianbin could say anything, “of course we will be happy too!”

She held Gu Nianbin’s arm and smiled sweetly and naturally. Because she was laughing and joking with the bridegroom and their voice was not low, they soon attracted the attention of others. When the others took a careful look, they found it was the eldest young miss of the Xia family who hadn’t shown up for a long time. Most of these guests came from the upper-class circle and were familiar with each other. Thus, those gossipy women all came over to greet her, “Ah, Miss Xia, you came back. It’s been a long time since we last saw each other. Looks like you and President Gu’s big day is about to come too, right?”

Gu Nianbin had always disliked talking to these people, so he only maintained indifferent politely. Xia Xiaowan was lazy to explain, so she smiled at them in a perfunctory way.

Then these women thought that they had received some kind of hint and ran to talk to the madams of the Gu family and Xia family. Xia Xiaowan looked at the crowd surrounding her mother and Fang Yaru and said to Gu Nianbin, “Aren’t you going to explain to them?”

“Why should I explain to them?” Gu Nianbin didn’t take it seriously. Of course, Fang Yaru knew his mind. He didn’t need to explain anything to others.