Chapter 439: Stealing the Bride
Song Wang finally withdrew his hand, but regarding Qin Xiangnuan’s eyes that always gave him a chilling sensation, he could only smile awkwardly. They definitely knew each other; Qin Xiangmei had spoken about her family matters, mentioning that her sister had severed all ties with them long ago. Now, he was holding his breath, fearing that Qin Xiangnuan might say something to Grandfather, which would complicate things. He’d barely managed to calm down his own parents; if Grandfather chose not to intervene, handling things would be much easier.
Fortunately, Qin Xiangnuan didn’t say anything and was led away by Jian Zhiqing. Yet, he felt he could never forget those cold eyes of Qin Xiangnuan, which simultaneously baffled and terrified him.
"Grandfather, why did you call me here?" Song Wang shrugged his shoulders, the sudden fright having left him covered in sweat, wondering whom he had provoked.
"How can you ask that?" Mr. Sun kicked his grandson vigorously. "You’re usually so sharp; how can you act so foolishly now? That young lady is remarkable, writes beautifully, and even knows embroidery. Who else in our times masters our national essence like that? I look at those two families in Baishi, none compare to her," he lamented, feeling utterly exasperated. "Am I not giving you a chance here? How can you be so oblivious and not seize it?"
"Grandfather, the lady is already married. How can I possibly interfere?" Song Wang was truly exasperated, thinking his grandfather was asking too much of him.
Their relationship with Qin Xiangnuan was indefensible; even without Qin Xiangmei, it just wouldn’t be possible since Qin Xiangnuan was already someone else’s.
"You good-for-nothing," Mr. Sun scolded as he poked his grandson on the head, "even a marriage can end in divorce. Can’t you just bring her back for your grandfather? Don’t forget, I also snatched your grandmother away in the past. I told you earlier about a lovely girl and wanted you to meet her, but you refused. Now, the perfect granddaughter-in-law almost slipped through your fingers."
Thinking hard, Song Wang realized that Grandfather was speaking of Qin Xiangnuan. No, he thought, Qin Xiangnuan and he were impossible now, but Qin Xiangmei might be a possibility. If only Grandfather knew Qin Xiangmei was Qin Xiangnuan’s sister, perhaps he would agree. Once Grandfather approves, convincing his parents would be even smoother.
However, he needed to think this through carefully, as Grandfather was clearly furious currently. It would be better to wait until he had cooled down.
Unaware, Qin Xiangnuan had again become the subject of someone’s interest, specifically her name.
As for Song Wang, Qin Xiangnuan had no affection for him in two lifetimes, hence she decided to definitively draw a line against him.
The families of her and Jian Zhiqing must be anxious. In his age group, Jian Zhiqing was indeed old at twenty-seven; soon, it would not be unusual for men over thirty to remain unmarried, but now a typical twenty-seven-year-old man would likely be a father. Hence, Li Qiuhua was eager for Qin Xiangnuan to bear her a grandson this year.
The new home of Qin Xiangnuan and Jian Zhiqing was located in the small Siheyuan, where only Granny Lu resided. Qin Xiangyang was either busy at school or at his new home. The Jin family looked after the child since Qin Xiangyang’s son Taotao had only them for now. Granny Lu, although yearning to see her grandson, was tied down by the busy store and her age. However, Qin Xiangchu would occasionally bring the child to Granny Lu, allowing her a moment with the chubby little one.