Chapter 266: Chapter 266: Must You Marry the One Who Saved You from Drowning? (37)

The place where Ah Chen and Shen Xuan got married was at his house, not the County Government.

The next day, they woke up neither too early nor too late, and went to the County Government to visit Shen Xuan’s parents. Shen Xuan had told them the day before that he wouldn’t get up very early and would see them at noon.

Perhaps because Shen Xuan had been a handful since he was young, they surprisingly felt that it was rather considerate of him to tell them this in advance.

On their way to the County Government by carriage, Shen Xuan specifically had them pass by Lin Daming’s butcher shop.

When they arrived, seeing Lin Daming chopping stuffing, he pulled Ah Chen out of the carriage, chuckled twice, leaving Lin Daming speechless.

Did he have a silly son-in-law now?

“Good morning, father-in-law!” greeted Shen Xuan, handing a food box to Lin Daming.

Lin Daming found it amusing but accepted the food box, acknowledging the young man’s thoughtfulness: “It’s not that early, it’s already noon, where are you headed?”

He didn’t notice from which direction Shen Xuan came.

Ah Chen answered, “We’re going to the Government Office to visit my parents-in-law.”

Lin Daming widened his eyes and whispered, “It’s already noon.”

Is this okay?

Although he thought it was fine for his daughter to sleep in, in-laws are not one’s own parents, and this could lead to gossip. Over time, he worried his daughter’s life wouldn’t be easy. In truth, County Magistrate Shen’s family was kind and respectful, so they probably wouldn’t mistreat his Chenchen.

Lin Daming wanted to remind Ah Chen of a few things, but Shen Xuan said, “Couldn’t get up, really couldn’t get up. I told my parents the day before that we’d go at noon. Actually, Chenchen woke up early; it’s me who couldn’t get up.”

Shen Xuan was telling the truth; Ah Chen did wake up early.

Of course, he didn’t want to go so early either. If they went early, they would just be waiting around since his father was busy in the morning, and his mother had her own activities. It was more convenient for everyone to meet at noon and coincidentally have lunch together.

After ten years of effort, his parents were long accustomed to his ways and considered them normal.

Lin Daming twitched an eye but was relieved. With Shen Xuan’s character, his daughter should have a happy life.

In the County Government, Ah Chen met Shen Dai and his wife.

Mrs. Gu, seeing them arrive, quickly pulled her aside to say many things, adding, “This rascal, Chenchen, you’ll have to forgive him more. If you’re ever wronged, come find me.”

Mrs. Gu sighed with emotion; her rascal son had finally found a girl he liked, and she was willing, too. Perhaps after being discouraged for so many years, she didn’t have high demands anymore. Her husband said Lin Daming was not simple, and Miss Lin had a unique courage. They were lucky that she took a liking to their son.

Ah Chen naturally agreed and noticed Mrs. Gu’s demeanor, as if she was exhausted. However, Shen Xuan’s actions were somewhat unconventional for this era. Fortunately, Shen Dai and his wife were open-minded; another family probably wouldn’t accept his behavior. Such was the times.

Yet, observing the winds of change, there seemed to be a shift, somewhat related to the current Emperor.

With Shen Dai’s couple being so open-minded, it was unsurprising the Emperor would value Shen Dai. He seemed poised to introduce policies and favored people like Shen Dai, who had good adaptability and acceptance.

Shen Xuan didn’t say much after hearing this, but he was secretly proud, thinking his mother didn’t understand. Chenchen was the one who truly got him.

After lunch, Shen Xuan took Ah Chen out to fly kites. Onlookers shook their heads, thinking marriage hadn’t settled Second Young Master Shen, as he was out playing with his wife.

Lin Daming, hearing this, was quite pleased. What’s wrong with playing?

The Shen Family wasn’t short of money, and the Lin Family had money, too. If Chenchen wanted to play, she should play.

Coincidentally, Ying Bairong with his classmates witnessed this scene, paused for a moment, then smiled warmly, watching Shen Xuan and Ah Chen enjoy themselves without interrupting.

“Isn’t that Second Young Master Shen and his wife?”

“Yes, that’s them.”

“They… actually make quite a good pair,” his classmate chuckled. Despite Shen’s lack of interest in studying, his character was quite good.

Ying Bairong said, “They are a good match.”

He had no other thoughts about Lin Chen, but seeing the scene gave him a sense of reflection… and envy.

When could he, like Second Young Master Shen, bring someone he liked to fly kites?

Thinking of this, Ying Bairong secretly vowed to pass the imperial exam next year. If he failed again, he’d have to wait another three years. He could wait, but Song Su couldn’t. Besides, as he got older, his parents would start arranging marriages for him, which he couldn’t refuse, nor dare to use Song Su as an excuse, as it would only make her situation difficult.

Recently, too much had happened, but things seemed resolved, and now he must focus on his studies.

Thinking of Qin Cheng, with whom he had studied under the same master since they were young, Ying Bairong was still a bit unsettled. He didn’t expect Qin Cheng and Shi Wen to conjure so much.

After the incident, he went to see Qin Cheng once.

The other’s unreconciled and ferocious look gave him a real insight into human nature.

Other matters aside, his past interactions with Qin Cheng had actually been quite good, a pity. If Qin Cheng had taken the right path and not schemed against him, just considering their years of friendship, how could he not think of such a person for future opportunities? After all, trustworthy people needed familiarity.

The weather was getting colder; it started to snow.

But in Lanru County, which was relatively warmer, it rarely snowed except on the mountains.

Shen Xuan was quite interested, asking Ah Chen if she wanted to go up the mountain to see the snow.

Since he asked, Ah Chen naturally wanted to go.

On the mountain, Shen Xuan sent the others away, then stealthily took out a camera: “Even though the system always rewards these useless things, I must use them.”

This amused Ah Chen. His system indeed had many useless rewards, but they weren’t entirely useless.

After playing for a while, Shen Xuan called someone to set up a pot to have hot pot on the mountain. He sent people to the other side, then sneakily put other ingredients in the pot to share with Ah Chen.

“New Year’s Eve is approaching,” Shen Xuan suddenly said, “I’ve got the reward, and with these medicines, they shouldn’t be able to harm our family.”

He had also received attribute points; his skills had improved.

He had long since confided in Ah Chen about the system spoilers.

Ah Chen pressed his hand: “Don’t worry, I’ll be there; they won’t harm the ones you care about.”

She picked up a small stone from the ground and flicked it, causing several trees to fall in unison. This made the servants and maids who were eating around the pot discuss whether the trees had been frozen and broken under the snow’s weight.

Shen Xuan: Now he was truly not worried.

[About how my wife is a martial arts master with many great achievements…]

System: [Host, I don’t want to hear this anymore.]

[System, it’s great that you bound with me.]

System: [You can say more about that.]

Shen Xuan: [Aren’t you envious of me?]

System: …

On New Year’s Eve, Lin Daming was also invited to the County Government to celebrate the new year with the Shen Family. Previously, Shen Heng had returned with his wife and child. As Ah Chen and Shen Xuan’s wedding had taken place when he couldn’t leave, it was the first time they met.

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