Chapter Fifteen: The Conflict Between Mothers-in-Law and Daughters-in-Law Is an Age-Old Problem

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Qin Yanzhou found himself inexplicably unable to meet Qiao Luo’s gaze. He gently grasped her chin and turned her face to look at him fully. “I’ll take leave tomorrow and accompany you back to your hometown. Even if your father treats you poorly, we still need his consent to get married.”

As he spoke, he lowered his eyes to his leg, his eyelids drooping slightly. “I’m disabled. Do you think your father will agree to that?”

Qiao Luo brushed off his hand and straightened up.

Thinking of Qiao Guojun’s character, a look of disdain appeared on her face. “If my dad knew who you really are, it wouldn’t matter that you’re disabled. Even if you were completely useless, he’d still agree.”

She couldn’t help but add silently to herself—“Even if you were dead, for money, he’d probably marry me off to a ghost bride!”

Qin Yanzhou was somewhat speechless. “You really know your father well.”

Qiao Luo clicked her tongue. “He is my father, after all!”

After all, the original owner had joined the military because her grandfather passed away, and her biological father and stepmother mistreated her. Those memories were deeply etched in her heart. How could she not understand?

Qin Yanzhou was silent for a moment and then changed the subject. “So, do you have any demands for the bride price? I’ve seen that others in the military usually ask for things like three turns and one ring, plus some money…”

“Ah? That?” Qiao Luo scratched her head. “I don’t really mind! Just follow your customs… But I think my dad will definitely ask for an exorbitant amount.”

After all, the system promised 50,000 yuan once she became pregnant, making the bride price somewhat irrelevant.

Qin Yanzhou raised an eyebrow slightly. “I’m actually quite curious how your dad will demand so much.”

Qiao Luo clenched her fist and waved it defiantly. “It doesn’t matter. All the bride price you give is mine. I won’t leave them a single cent!”

Having lived a life worse than a pig or dog at home, and with Qiao Guojun still having the nerve to demand her bride price?

Now that they were going back, Qiao Luo felt certain she would cause a big scene with Qiao Guojun.

She was no longer the original owner’s weakling. If Qiao Guojun dared bully her, she would show him exactly why flowers bloom so brightly.

Qiao Luo thought again, “But if that’s the case, don’t expect much dowry from my father. He probably won’t give me much. And if I don’t leave him any bride price at all, he’ll probably explode with anger.”

Qin Yanzhou pursed his lips slightly, his gaze drifting over her face with a tone both calm and distant. “I’m already very happy that you’re willing to marry me. I don’t care about the dowry.”

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Qiao Luo was quite satisfied with Qin Yanzhou’s attitude. “Looks like you really have the potential to be lovesick.”

The system couldn’t help but whisper in her mind, “You’re going to have eight kids for him. For his incredibly difficult fertility condition, isn’t that the best dowry?”

Qiao Luo’s face darkened immediately as she scolded, “Shut up! Besides ruining me, what else do you do?”

Just thinking about having eight kids made her heart feel icy cold.

The system mumbled, “I also give you a bonus of 50,000 yuan for getting pregnant.”

Qiao Luo was speechless.

Ignoring the troublesome system, Qiao Luo turned her gaze back to Qin Yanzhou and shyly spoke, “Um, for something as big as getting married, don’t you want to tell your parents?”

Qin Yanzhou’s lips curled slightly. “I already called them today. They said as long as I’m willing to get married, they’re grateful beyond words. Once my marriage report is approved, they’ll come by.”

Seeing Qiao Luo’s suddenly stiff expression, he was a little surprised. “What’s wrong?”

Qiao Luo suddenly realized marriage wasn’t just about two people, but about two families.

Especially in this era, the bride usually goes to live with the groom’s family…

The thought of having to handle a difficult mother-in-law after marriage shattered her already fragile heart even more.

She swallowed nervously. “Um, are your parents easy to get along with? And your other relatives…”

Qin Yanzhou chuckled softly at her awkwardness. “My parents are pretty easygoing. As for other relatives, don’t worry, they wouldn’t dare offend me.”

Sensing what she was worried about, Qin Yanzhou softened his tone. “After we get married, we’ll most likely live on the base, not with my parents. So you don’t need to worry about mother-in-law issues… Besides, my parents are very busy and rarely home.”

Qin Yanzhou’s father was a general and seldom stayed home, while his mother was a scientist at a research institute, even busier than his father. Their main concern now was Qin Yanzhou’s leg and his lifelong matters.

Now that they knew he was getting married, his mother was so ecstatic on the phone that she could barely speak. Qin Yanzhou found it quite amusing.

The heavy stone in Qiao Luo’s heart finally lifted. Turning to see Qin Yanzhou smiling at her with a teasing glint in his eyes, her stubborn spirit flared up again, and she immediately raised her voice.

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“Qin Yanzhou, why are you so good to me!” she said coquettishly.

Qin Yanzhou’s expression twisted oddly. “Can you… speak properly?”

Qiao Luo punched him in mock anger. “You really have no taste!”

Their playful quarrels between the young couple were especially warm and intimate, so tonight Qiao Luo lingered in Qin Yanzhou’s room once again.

Sleeping in Qin Yanzhou’s arms gave Qiao Luo a great sense of security, though it was a challenge for the passionate young man.

But with the one she loved in her arms, enduring it was easy enough.

Early the next morning, Chen Liao went out again to buy breakfast for Fang Qing.

Of course, he did not receive a warm reception from her.

Chen Liao: I’m holding back!

However, upon arriving at the unit, he learned that his marriage report had been approved.

At first, Chen Liao was overjoyed, but then a complicated feeling crept in.

With the report approved, it meant he was bound to Fang Qing with no chance to back out.

“Fang Qing comes from a good family, is beautiful, and apart from being spoiled and having a difficult personality, there’s no better match for me!” Chen Liao kept convincing himself. “Qiao Luo can’t compare at all! She’s a rural girl with a dead mother and a father who doesn’t like her—she’s no match for Fang Qing.”

After enough mental preparation, Chen Liao waited until lunch break and immediately went to the cultural troupe to find Fang Qing.

“Qingqing!” His face was filled with the excitement and enthusiasm he had deliberately put on. “Our marriage report has been approved! We can get married now!”