18 Jealousy and Legends (2/2)
While Fang Tian plotted to rope in Yu Chang, he was on his way to meet Falling Star's parents. Falling Star's car pulled in to the driveway of a lavish mansion. The driveway was bordered with massive cherry trees, although they weren't in bloom the sight was still spectacular. Falling Star pulled the car to a stop in front of the pristine white porch where a butler waited for their arrival. As the two exited the car the butler came down to greet them.
”Mistress Star, the Master and Madam are in the main room and have tea ready.”
”Thank you, Houskeeper Yang, we'll head inside then.” Falling Star took Yu Chang's hand and led him inside the mansion. Inside, the mansion there was a dazzling display of bright colors. The bright red carpet ran the length of the hallway lined with various artwork and pillars that displayed many artifacts. The two walked down the hall and passed through a pair of gilded doors. On the other side of the doors was a very normal looking family room with several couches and chares spread out comfortably. In the middle of the room sat a smiling couple awaiting their arrival.
”Look dear, they're already holding hands.” The woman who appeared like a shorter version of Falling Star covered her mouth gracefully as if she had said too much.
The man glanced at her and laughed. ”Ah, their relationship seems to be moving much faster than ours did back then. Welcome home Little Star!” The man stood and walked towards Falling Star and Yu Chang. ”How should I address you young man?”
”Ah, Senior Dragon, you can call me Yu Chang.” Yu Chang stumbled over his words as he stretched out a hand in greeting to Falling Star's father.
”No need to be so formal, you can just call me father if you'd like Little Yu.”
”DAD!” Falling Star yelled in embarrassment.
”Dad works too,” her father responded casually with a smile.
”Dear, I think our daughter will die of embarrassment if you keep this up.” The woman who had been sitting with Falling Star's father walked over and joined the conversation. ”It's nice to meet you Little Yu, you can call me mother if you'd like.” Falling Star's mother reached out and hugged Yu Chang without warning.
”Please just kill me...” Falling Star grumbled.
”What's this I hear about Little Star having a man?” a third voice called out from behind.
”Aunt Jia!” Falling Star rushed over and hugged her aunt that looked exactly like her mother, except she wore a white lab coat instead of a fancy gown. ”All I did was find a promising disciple and mom and dad are treating him as if we're already married.”
”Already? That's an interesting way of saying it, does that mean you're considering marrying him in the future?”
Yu Chang, who was the center of the commotion had quietly backed off to the side and watched as things developed at an unnatural pace. 'Marriage? Husband? There is no way that could be possible right?' In this room filled with legends, those were the only things his mind could process.