12 Chapter 12 : Scheming Husband (2/2)

”Sis, you called.” Wenyan finally answered.

”Yah! What do you mean I'm getting married next week? Who told you that and where did you get that wedding invitation? Why is my name in there!?” Xiulan somewhat lose her cool. She saw her name and Hongqi's name on a red and gold wedding invitation and their names are also embroidered on branded robes with gold dragons imprinted on it as a wedding souvenir.

”Big brother sent that to me. One of his friends sent those images to him. He thought your relationship with Hongqi was a hoax at first but when he saw those pictures, he immediately sent it to me and asked for a confirmation. I told him you are preparing for the wedding. Aren't you?” Wenyan said.

Xiulan can't believe where the images came from. It's from Wenyan's big brother, big brother Wen Wuzhou, her almost childhood crush but it ended too fast because he didn't support Wenyan. But the question is; when did they start to communicate again?

”I thought big brother Wuzhou ended all his communication with you?” Xiulan confusedly asked.

”Yes, he did. But he tried to reach me again two years ago. At first I was hesitant to talk to him but he was really nice and very supportive of my decisions. I forgot to tell you, I'm sorry.” Wenyan apologetically said. He was so happy that his big brother finally talks to him again that he forgot to report it to Xiulan.

”Ahh… I see. It's okay. I was just surprised. Anyway, those images you sent to me. Who were the main sources?” Xiulan went back to the main topic. Though Wuzhou is finally in good terms with Wenyan again, it wouldn't change the fact that he ousted his own brother before.

”They are from big brother's friend. They were actually boasting that Xing Hongqi picked their brand as a wedding souvenir and also to produce the wedding invitations.” Wenyan informed. Wenyan's not sure why Xiulan is asking him about this stuff.

”Yikes! Don't tell me, Hongqi has been secretly preparing it by himself? Fuck, I'm doomed.” Wenyand suddenly realized.

Wenyan was waiting for Xiulan to talk but she was too quiet.

”Hello? Hello? Xiulan, are you still there? Hellooooo?” Wenyan is now worried. He's now frantic that he exposed a surprise wedding.

Xiulan can't help but be shocked. Written on the wedding invitation, the wedding date will be next week! She was speechless! She can't believe that she's going to get married next week!

But she hasn't met Hongqi's family yet. As far as she knows, Hongqi only has his father now; he doesn't have any siblings as well. His mother died five years ago because of cancer. His father never remarried but has tons of girlfriends. Like father, like son indeed.

Xiulan doesn't know why she became nervous and on panic mode.

”Xiulan? Are you still alive? Hello?” Wenyan tried to get Xiulan's attention again. He's now deeply worried.

”Ah. Sorry, this information really shocked me. I'm going to call you later, okay?” Xiulan said and immediately ended the call without waiting for Wenyan to respond.

Wenyan looked at his phone and cursed himself. He just exposed a surprise wedding! He wanted the floor to devour him now. ”I'm so sorry, Xing Hongqi. I really thought that both of you were preparing it.” Wenyan sulked.

Xiulan doesn't know why she suddenly feels so nervous. She thought that she's prepared but seeing that wedding invitation and souvenirs made her whole system panic.

Xiulan blew a heavy breath and bit her lips. She wanted to call Hongqi and confirm it if the wedding date is real. But what if he's really secretly preparing the wedding? She doesn't want to expose him like that.

After a long deliberation, Xiulan decided not to ask Hongqi. She'll just wait for next week and she'll try to prepare herself as well.

After two days, Hongqi finally went back to S city. He finally bought the wedding rings and he's so excited to get married. Five more days and the Xing and Song family will finally merge.

He's excited because he wanted to start his campaign and oust the damn mayor already. Though the election is still far, he believes that he will win this.

When Hongqi came back, Xiulan became vigilant of Hongqi's affairs and schedule. She just wanted to know if the wedding date is legit! Her mouth is itching to ask him but it's supposed to be a secret.

She waited and waited for Hongqi to say or hint something but he never did! Until the day before the wedding date, Secretary Yang Bo told her to go to Oriental Pearl Dragon Hotel tomorrow and she must be there by eight in the morning.

It was a huge hint already. Xiulan's anxiety worsens. She was expecting it was a just a joke but apparently she's really getting married tomorrow.

Obviously her family knows it but they remain secretive. Her sisters also diligently cooperated with Hongqi this time. How the hell did they manage to be quiet and secretive? If Wenyan didn't expose such information, she might look like a deer in the headlights tomorrow.

”Tsk. You scheming husband.” Xiulan quietly uttered and glared at Hongqi using the side mirror of his car. She can't help but whisper it. She'll get crazy if she didn't let it out.

”Did you say something?” Hongqi suddenly asked and glanced at Xiulan. He was driving Xiulan back to her apartment. They just finished eating their dinner.

He actually heard what Xiulan said but it made him confuse and nervous.

”Scheming husband… that's what she said.” Hongqi thought.

He doesn't know if it's regarding his women affairs or it's something else. He can't just suddenly apologize because it will make him look guilty. He'll just wait for Xiulan to attack him.

Hongqi is sure that Xiulan's gazes have meaning. He's not sure if it's contempt or allure. She's nonchalant but her eyes say something.

Hongqi sweated. They are going to get married tomorrow. If he can't solve this problem tonight then he has to make sure Xiulan will say yes tomorrow.