Chapter 269 Informing Parents

Chapter 269 Informing Parents

She was truly clueless. Ever since that kiss, she had been in a daze, as if she were in a fog, and she couldn't remember anything they had discussed before.

Seeing this, Dai Xingyun smiled slightly and then said directly, "It's about marrying me!"

As soon as she finished speaking, Shen Xiaoxiao was startled and choked on her saliva, coughing violently and unable to stop.

Dai Xingyun was startled and quickly reached out to gently pat Shen Xiaoxiao's back, his movements gentle yet urgent, hoping to relieve her discomfort.

This continued for quite a while until Chen Xiaoxiao's coughing finally subsided.

She took a few deep breaths and finally managed to catch her breath.

He then waved to Dai Xingyun, indicating that there was no need to continue patting her back.

Then, she composed herself and began to carefully recall what Dai Xingyun had said about marriage.

After a moment of silence, Shen Xiaoxiao raised her head, looked at Dai Xingyun with a firm and serious gaze, and slowly said, "Xingyun, actually...!"

“I think I’m still too young and don’t really want to get married so soon. Besides, you mentioned before that the college entrance exam is about to be reinstated, and my idea is to get into the same university as you.”

"Only by constantly improving myself can I feel that I am truly worthy of you."

After saying this, a blush rose on Shen Xiaoxiao's face, but her eyes never wavered, because these were indeed her truest thoughts.

Dai Xingyun listened quietly to Shen Xiaoxiao's response, a happy smile appearing on his lips.

He nodded and said in the same sincere tone, "Yes, just as I expected, your answer is exactly what I anticipated."

"Don't worry, Xiaoxiao, I've already spoken to my parents and told them not to bother transferring me back to the capital."

"I believe that with your own efforts, you can definitely go back there through the college entrance examination. Then I will take you to meet my parents, and I believe they will like you." At this moment, Dai Xingyun's eyes shone with an unprecedented seriousness.

This time, Shen Xiaoxiao wasn't shy anymore, and looked at him with bright eyes.

"Alright, Uncle and Aunt, Xiahou must be getting impatient. Let's hurry back, otherwise all this delicious food will get cold, and then we'll have to trouble Aunt to reheat it."

Dai Xingyun didn't give Shen Xiaoxiao any chance to refuse. He held her soft, boneless hand tightly and strode towards the Shen family.

At this moment, inside the Shen family's main room, Shen Zishan and Ma Aning were sitting peacefully.

On the spacious wooden table, a sumptuous spread of steaming, enticing dishes was laid out.

Xiahou Jie sat alone on one side, and every now and then he would unconsciously turn his head towards the door, stretch his neck and look outside, while muttering to himself.

"Why hasn't Xiao He and Xingyun arrived yet? These delicious dishes are about to get cold."

Upon hearing this, Ma Aning smiled slightly and quickly comforted them in a soft voice, "Don't worry, maybe they've been held up by something urgent. Let's wait a little longer."

Just as they were talking, a clear sound of footsteps suddenly came from outside the door.

Immediately afterwards, with a soft creak, the door was slowly pushed open, and Shen Xiaoxiao and Dai Xingyun walked in side by side with smiles on their faces.

"Little sister, Xingyun, you've finally arrived! Hurry up and sit down to eat, or all this delicious food will get cold."

While grumbling slightly, Xiahou Jie waved enthusiastically, gesturing for the two of them to take their seats.

Seeing this, Shen Xiaoxiao smiled apologetically at everyone and explained, "Something did happen and we were delayed a bit. If this happens again next time, you don't need to wait for us. Just eat first, okay?"

Dai Xingyun nodded, "Uncle, Aunt, don't wait next time, you can eat first."

Ma Aning waved her hand and said gently, "It's alright, it's good that you're back. We need to eat together to have a better appetite, so please sit down and eat."

The group took their seats and started eating. Although the food was a little cold, everyone ate with great relish.

After dinner, Dai Xingyun volunteered to stay and help wash the dishes.

Shen Xiaoxiao followed, and the two of them washed the dishes while talking in hushed tones.

"Xiaoxiao, are you tired today?" Dai Xingyun asked with concern.

Shen Xiaoxiao shook her head and said with a smile, "It's alright, there aren't many patients during the Spring Festival. I'm mainly just reviewing my books."

Dai Xingyun looked at her with tenderness in his eyes: "You can take your time with your studies, there's no rush, don't overwork yourself."

Shen Xiaoxiao blushed and lowered her head: "I know."

After washing the dishes, Dai Xingyun and Shen Xiaoxiao returned to the main room.

Shen Zishan and Ma Aning were sitting at the table, with Xiahou Jie beside them.

Dai Xingyun glanced at everyone present with a solemn expression, then straightened up and said seriously, "Uncle, Aunt, I have something very important to tell you today."

Upon hearing this, Shen Zishan and Ma Aning, who were sitting to the side, exchanged a glance, both of them showing a hint of doubt in their eyes.

Shen Zishan cleared his throat and asked first, "Xingyun, what exactly is it? Just tell me."

Dai Xingyun nodded slightly, seemingly organizing his thoughts, then took a deep breath before slowly beginning to speak: "When I went home this time, my parents told me some news."

"They say that the country is currently discussing the resumption of the college entrance examination internally! Although this news has not been officially announced so far, based on various signs, it is most likely true and reliable."

As soon as he finished speaking, Shen Zishan and Ma Aning were stunned and didn't know how to react for a moment.

After a long while, Ma Aning was the first to come to her senses. Her voice trembled slightly with excitement as she asked, "Xingyun, what you just said... is it all true? Is the college entrance examination really going to be reinstated?"

Dai Xingyun nodded vigorously to indicate her agreement: "That's right, Auntie. That's indeed the case. However, this news is still in the discussion stage and has not been made public yet."

"So we must keep this secret and not spread it around!"

Shen Zishan slammed his hand on the table and said excitedly, "This is great news! Xiaoxiao, Xingyun, Xiahou, you must study hard and strive to get into university!"