Chapter 182: The Grand Finale

Chapter 182: The Grand Finale

Tap, tap, tap…

Without needing to turn around, Fu Yining could already hear the footsteps getting closer.

But even before Yu ZhiLi appeared, a beautiful bouquet of red roses appeared first.

Fu Yining reached out to hug the large bouquet of fresh, vibrant roses, then looked up at him.

"When did you get these ready?"

"Two months ago."

Yu ZhiLi's black hair looked soft and voluminous, and he wore a light gray sweatshirt and black track pants—all simple pieces that made him look like he had just graduated.

Fu Yining set the flowers down beside her and shifted her position to make space for Yu ZhiLi to sit next to her.

Yu Mingze had already demonstrated great initiative by moving to sit with Song Jingcong.

Somewhere in the background, music began to play, with gentle and soothing piano music echoing throughout the elegantly decorated Western restaurant, setting a perfectly romantic mood.

Fu Yining glanced at the four 'third wheels' opposite and beside her, suppressing the flutter of excitement in her chest.

It wasn't fully dark yet, and there were other people around; it wasn't appropriate to think about anything romantic at the moment.

Fu Yining, looking at the camera on the table, smiled and said, "If you want to take pictures with me, just say it. No need to be so indirect."

"I just wanted to give you a surprise," Yu ZhiLi asked, "Didn't you like it?"

"I did."

She just felt a surprise like this probably wasn't the kind of surprise Yu ZhiLi would think of on his own.

"So, you went out early this morning just to take care of this?"

"Yes."

Fu Yining got it.

The Western restaurant probably had no other customers because he had likely booked the entire place.

And Wu Yuan and Song Qingyu had been so eager to help; they must have helped make the plans!

Fu Yining felt like she had uncovered the truth.

"Mom, look at the camera!"

Song Qingyu suddenly picked up the camera and suggested taking a few more group photos.

Fu Yining immediately turned around, ensuring there was nothing behind her that she had overlooked, before agreeing to take the photos.

-

After the main course, the waiter brought them dessert.

Fu Yining picked up her spoon and had just pierced the exquisite tiramisu in the plate when she heard Wu Yuan casually bring up the subject of proposals.

"Why did you suddenly bring this up?"

"Isn't Chen Yujia and her boyfriend about to get married? I'm just helping to ask!"

Fu Yining was startled.

"They're getting ready to get married?"

"Hmm, it should be soon." Wu Yuan rubbed her nose, thinking. "Sis, if it were you, what kind of proposal would you like?"

Fu Yining turned to look at Yu ZhiLi, who was sitting next to her, calm and composed, and smiled. "I'm already married, you still wanna ask me?"

Wu Yuan nodded hard.

"Yes, yes. You and your husband are experienced, you probably know more than I do, right?"

You're way off!

Fu Yining, who had woken up one day with a husband and son, had never experienced a proposal.

Why do I feel a little regretful?

"Alright, if it were me, as long as it's not some big public kneel-down thing, I can accept it. I'd prefer something simple and straightforward—just slip a ring on my finger!"

Yu Mingze sighed. "Really? Just that simple?"

"Hmm."

Song Qingyu returned after changing the baby's diaper and immediately joined their conversation.

Smiling, she asked, "Mom, what if the proposal ring was hidden in the cake?"

"A ring hidden in the cake? What if you accidentally swallow it?"

It suddenly hit her as she looked at the few people and then down at her own tiramisu.

"……?!!"

"You're not saying there's a ring in this one, are you?"

Yu ZhiLi said nothing, while the other three looked panicked and shook their heads at the same time. "No, how could there be!"

Really?

It's suspicious, very suspicious!

Fu Yining observed closely and thought their "panic" seemed a little too deliberate.

Like they were faking it.

She looked away and focused on her tiramisu.

Could there be a ring? Impossible, right?

Fu Yining wasn't sure if she was hoping for it or something, but she savored the small dessert bit by bit.

After eating the whole tiramisu, sure enough, no ring in sight.

"Haha!"

Wu Yuan burst out laughing and raised her camera, grinning wide. "Sis, your expression right now is so cute, let me take a picture!"

"……?"

Are you alright?

Fu Yining parted her lips but couldn't force a smile.

She silently looked at the camera and suddenly felt a warm sensation on her hand resting on her lap.

Looking down, she saw that Yu ZhiLi had suddenly grabbed her hand and then... gently pried her ring finger open to slip a diamond ring onto it.

Fu Yining blinked in surprise.

"Wait, are you serious?"

"Click, click!"

The sound of continuous shutters could be heard from across the room.

Yu ZhiLi was unfazed, gazing intently at the woman he loved with deep seriousness. "Ningning, if time could rewind to the beginning of our acquaintance, would you marry me?"

"Mmm."

The ring was already on, and the marriage had already happened, could she still refuse?

Feeling her heart race, Fu Yining slowly nodded.

"I do!"

"Wow!"

The other three clapped excitedly, while Song Jingcong, sitting in the stroller, looked surprised, not understanding what had just happened.

Wu Yuan clapped her hands and cheered, "Kiss! Kiss!"

Blushing, Fu Yining firmly declined. "No way, that's premium content!"

"Ah! No!"

Wu Yuan looked disappointed and turned her head towards Song Qingyu. "Did you capture that moment just now?"

Song Qingyu nodded in confirmation.

"Don't worry! I got it all on camera!"

Such a memorable moment had to be fully recorded!

In the afternoon, Fu Yining, holding a bouquet of red roses in one hand, walked home while linking arms with Yu ZhiLi.

-

As soon as she stepped through the door, she saw a red carpet, with flower arrangements on either side placed neatly along both sides, extending from the courtyard in front of her to the distance.

Fu Yining's feet faltered as she seemed to realize something.

Behind her, Wu Yuan seized the opportunity, quickly putting a veil on her head, then quietly stepped back to stand with Song Qingyu and Yu Mingze, who was pushing the stroller.

They took a different route, entering through the back door in advance.

Yuanyuan and Manman, dressed in small tuxedos and dresses, suddenly appeared, holding flower baskets with bright smiles.

The wedding march softly began to play.

Yu Zhili smiled slightly and led his bewildered wife forward.

"Ningning, Zhili, congratulations!"

"Fu Xiaoning, Yu Zong, congratulations!"

"Yu Zong, Madam Yu, congratulations!"

"Sir, Mrs. Yu, congratulations!"

Amidst the enthusiastic applause and cheers, Fu Yining saw her and Yu Zhili's parents, her brother and sister-in-law, classmates, neighbors, friends...

When had they gotten here?

When was the house decorated like a wedding venue?

Fu Yining thought to herself, luckily they had a large enough area; otherwise, they really wouldn't have been able to accommodate so many people!

Yu Zhili lowered his head and said gently, "Ningning, if you'd like, we can do it all over again in formal attire at a better location next time."

Fu Yining smiled and gently shook her head.

"No, I think it's perfect just the way it is!"

This is her and Yu Zhili's wedding, yet they are dressed in very simple clothes, accepting the most sincere blessings from relatives, and friends...