Chapter 368: Because I Am Already Married
The Yun City Wei Family is having a dinner at Fengming Grand Hotel, but today's gathering isn't the main purpose; Elder Wei is here to welcome distinguished guests.
Young Master Ma from the Ma Family, Ma Jialiang, has arrived, making quite an entrance with a sports car worth 20 million, leaving the Wei Family in awe.
The Wei Family was quite impressed with Ma Jialiang; many of the young female members had flushed faces, wishing they could marry him.
Only Wei Qingxue didn't spare Ma Jialiang a glance.
Logically, Ma Jialiang is a Rich Second Generation, handsome and should be very popular among females, but Wei Qingxue doesn't like him?
To avoid the arranged marriage with Ma Jialiang, Wei Qingxue even came up with the idea of a fake marriage with Lin Fan, leaving everyone baffled about her plight.
Elder Wei, however, seems oblivious to Wei Qingxue's thoughts. He was quite satisfied with Ma Jialiang, but his satisfaction wasn't with Ma Jialiang's looks or his car, but with the Ma Family behind him.
The Ma Family, a billion-worth family in Yun City, though currently a second-rate family, has been rapidly growing and has a good chance of becoming a top-tier family.
Elder Wei is optimistic about the Ma Family's prospects, clearly seen from Ma Jialiang's luxury car. The Ma Family indeed flaunts great wealth.
Elder Wei is keen on a marriage alliance with the Ma Family, hoping that with their support, the Wei Family can also become a top-tier family.
At this moment, another black luxury car arrives, stopping outside the hotel.
Two people step out.
A stout middle-aged man, in a full suit, with an authoritative gaze, obviously no ordinary person, is accompanied by a middle-aged man who seems to be his assistant.
Seeing this elderly man, the Wei family was immediately delighted, and Elder Wei stood up at once.
This stout middle-aged man is the current Patriarch of the Ma Family, Ma Yunde.
"Finally, Nephew Ma is here," Elder Wei said, smiling and approaching.
Ma Yunde chuckled, "I wouldn't dare trouble Elder Wei to welcome me personally; I'm humbled and unworthy."
Elder Wei said, "There's nothing unworthy about it. Our Wei Family is looking forward to becoming in-laws with the Ma Family."
Upon hearing this, everyone laughed.
Only Wei Qingxue did not smile.
Elder Wei laughed, "Nephew Ma, shall we go inside and talk?"
"Alright." Ma Yunde said, then extended his hand to assist Elder Wei as they headed inside the hotel.
Elder Wei turned back and said to Wei Qingxue, "Qingxue, accompany Jia Liang inside. Do you remember Jia Liang? You had a good relationship when you were children."
Wei Qingxue responded with an indifferent "Oh."
Ma Jialiang looked at Wei Qingxue, his eyes sparkling, stepping closer he said with a smile, "Indeed, Little Sister Qingxue and I had a great connection; not having seen each other for years, she's grown more beautiful."
The Wei Family and Ma Family have been family friends, and Wei Qingxue and Ma Jialiang have known each other since childhood, their bond almost like siblings back then.
Wei Qingxue used to see Ma Jialiang as an elder brother, but at some point, she began to resent him...
After Ma Jialiang got a bit older, he was sent abroad for studies and has recently graduated and returned.
His first significant task upon returning was to marry Wei Qingxue.
For both the Wei and Ma Families, this was a crucial matter.
Elder Wei wanted Wei Qingxue to accompany Ma Jialiang, to get to know each other better and build rapport.
Wei Qingxue dared not go against her grandfather's wishes, and reluctantly agreed to give Ma Yunde face as well.
From the moment Ma Jialiang arrived, his gaze was fixed on Wei Qingxue, and undeniably, among the young members of the Wei Family, Wei Qingxue was the most stunning, able to capture attention wherever she stood.
Seeing this, the young females of the Wei Family couldn't help feeling displeased; Ma Jialiang hadn't glanced at them at all, and they blamed Wei Qingxue for stealing the limelight!
For a moment, they were quite envious of Wei Qingxue, but given the situation, they didn't dare show their discontent.
Ma Yunde looked at Ma Jialiang, noticing that his son was quite pleased with Wei Qingxue.
Ma Yunde laughed, "Niece Qingxue, don't be shy. You'll soon be the Ma Family's daughter-in-law. You haven't met for so many years, have a chat with Jia Liang to reconnect."
Elder Wei laughed heartily, "Qingxue, your Uncle Ma is right, I think so too."
Ma Jialiang, feeling joyful about being able to marry Wei Qingxue, was very content and eagerly wanted the marriage to happen soon, so he could claim Wei Qingxue.
Wei Qingxue found Ma Jialiang's gaze unbearable, the intensity of it was as if he wished to devour her immediately.
Originally, Wei Qingxue planned to wait until Lin Fan arrived to make her announcement.
But she couldn't hold back now.
"Sorry, Grandpa, Uncle Ma, I can't possibly marry him," Wei Qingxue said, without hesitation.
What?
Her words left everyone shocked.
Wei Qingxue outright rejected the proposed marriage?
Elder Wei and the Ma father and son, who had been smiling, were taken aback, their smiles freezing, making the Ma father and son appear somewhat embarrassed.
"Qingxue, what are you saying? How did Grandpa talk to you this morning?" Elder Wei said angrily.
This morning, Elder Wei had already called Wei Qingxue over to explain the benefits and persuade her to accept the marriage proposal with the Ma Family.
Elder Wei thought he had convinced Wei Qingxue, so he confidently brought her along, not expecting that even before entering the hotel, Wei Qingxue would reject the proposal flatly!
Ma Yunde's expression turned somewhat sour, "Elder Wei, what is happening here?"
Elder Wei hurriedly replied, "Nephew Ma, don't mind her, Qingxue is just momentarily confused."
Ma Jialiang became worried, "Little Sister Qingxue, why can't you marry me?"
The Wei Family members began to talk among themselves.
"No way, she rejected the proposal!"
"Even Young Master Ma was turned down? What is she thinking!"
"If she doesn't want him, let me have him."
"Exactly, I'd love to marry Young Master Ma."
The discussions continued, and the young female members of the Wei Family couldn't help but mock, thinking Wei Qingxue was irrational.
Wei Qingxue said, "Sorry, Grandpa, I understand your concern, and I remember everything you said, but I truly can't marry him."
Ma Yunde's expression worsened as it was clear Wei Qingxue was resolute.
Elder Wei, enraged, said, "Qingxue, give a reason!"
Wei Qingxue said, "I can't marry him because I'm already married!"
Ah?
Her words left everyone astounded.
Could it be that Wei Qingxue is married?
Wei Qingxue's mother, Li Xueyan, grew anxious and said, "Qingxue, what are you talking about? Food can be eaten recklessly, but words must be chosen wisely! How did you get married, when did you get married, who did you marry?"
At this moment, Lin Fan was seen driving slowly towards them on an electric scooter.
Wei Qingxue immediately pointed and said, "I married him."
Everyone then looked at Lin Fan, all of them stunned.