The eve of the wedding finally arrived, and Mu Linjing was already filled with nervous anticipation, pacing back and forth in her room.
Tonight, Wei Yumeng specially brought the two children to accompany her. Seeing her so restless, Shi Shi couldn't help but tease her, "Auntie, are you this excited because you're marrying Uncle Er? You've been walking for over an hour, and Shi Shi is dizzy."
Mu Linjing walked over and squeezed her little face, "You little rascal, how dare you laugh at me? Be careful, Auntie won't buy you good things anymore."
Shi Shi, a child with superb acting skills, feigned fear in response, "I dare not, I dare not. Auntie is the best."
Only then did Mu Linjing pick her up and kiss her cheek, "So cute. Yumeng, if I hold Shi Shi more, can I have such a cute daughter in the future?"
Judging by the circumstances, Wei Yumeng snatched the child back, "If you like her so much, go have one yourself. You're getting married tomorrow anyway. It's right to give Grandpa several more great-grandchildren within a year so he can enjoy family happiness."
Mu Linjing waved her hands repeatedly, "I have no plans to have a baby right after getting married. My career is still on the rise. A woman without a career is like a rootless duckweed."
As she said this, she suddenly remembered that Wei Yumeng hadn't worked since giving birth. Realizing she had said the wrong thing, she immediately stopped and looked at Wei Yumeng, "Yumeng, don't overthink it, I didn't mean anything else."
Wei Yumeng knew her personality too well and of course wouldn't get angry over a few unintentional words. Moreover, what she said was indeed true. Women shouldn't be idle at home. Now that the two children were so grown up, and might even skip grades to start elementary school, the most difficult years of raising children had passed, and the burden on her shoulders had lightened considerably. It was time to return to the workplace.
She shared her thoughts with Mu Linjing and received immense support. Although they might not be betrayed by their husbands like many housewives in society, from their own perspective, they didn't want to be idle at home all the time.
Therefore, having a busy job was always more fulfilling than not having one.
Wei Yumeng hadn't really considered this issue before, but after Mu Linjing mentioned it, she also realized that she shouldn't be too disconnected from society.
They didn't talk too late that night, as they had to wake up early the next day for makeup.
The wedding ceremony was relatively elaborate. Mu Linjing was so nervous that she was afraid of making mistakes. Even when she stood at the end of the red carpet with her father's arm the next day, her legs felt like they were filled with lead and she couldn't move.
She could hardly believe that today was truly her wedding day.
Seeing this, Uncle Mu gently patted her hand and whispered, "Don't be afraid. Dad will walk you step by step to the end of the red carpet and hand you over to Yichen. Dad is with you."
Wei Yumeng, also by her side, supported her, "If you're too nervous, just look at the end of the red carpet. Yichen is waiting for you there."
She looked at Zhan Yichen, holding a bouquet of flowers, waiting for her on the other side. She felt her courage returning with that glance. She tightened her grip on her father's arm, "Let's go, Dad. The ceremony is about to begin."
As the wedding march played, she stepped to the rhythm with almost every stride. When the music ended, she had just reached Zhan Yichen. Her father took her hand and placed it in Zhan Yichen's palm.
"Yichen, from now on, my precious daughter is in your hands. You must not treat her poorly."
Zhan Yichen, holding Mu Linjing's hand, also nervously rubbed her hand and promised Uncle Mu, "Dad, please rest assured. I will cherish Linjing as much as my own life."
Uncle Mu naturally trusted him. However, at this moment, seeing his daughter in her wedding dress and getting married, he couldn't help but get teary-eyed.
Seeing the tears in her father's eyes, Mu Linjing also felt a stinging sensation in her nose. Wei Yumeng quickly said, "It's a happy occasion, everyone should be happy. Uncle, please rest assured. I'm watching Yichen. If he dares to treat Linjing badly, see if I don't teach him a lesson."
Uncle Mu nodded and, with teary eyes, walked off the stage, allowing them to complete the vows and ring exchange ceremony.
After the ceremony, Mu Linjing changed into her evening gown and it was time for the toast.
The first toast was naturally to Grandpa Zhan. Just like during Wei Yumeng's wedding three years ago, Grandpa Zhan presented Mu Linjing with a share transfer document as a betrothal gift.
"Linjing, I can't favor one over the other. Your betrothal gift is the same as Yumeng's. You two are good friends, and now you are sisters-in-law. Grandpa can't have you saying he's biased. Please accept it. It would be even better if you could give Grandpa a few more great-grandchildren when the time comes."
This was the elder's wish. Mu Linjing smiled and nodded. Zhan Yichen put his arm around her shoulder and playfully said to his grandfather, "Don't worry, Grandpa. Your grandson will absolutely give you twins every three years. If it's like Sister-in-law's, that would be even better."
"Hey, I'm talking about you guys, why are you always dragging me into it?"
Wei Yumeng lightly pushed her playful brother-in-law, "Put in some effort, don't keep Grandpa waiting."
Laughter filled the room. When Uncle Mu and his wife saw that Grandpa Zhan was willing to give shares to Mu Linjing, they knew that in his heart, both granddaughters held the same importance, especially since they had witnessed Grandpa Zhan's betrothal gift to Wei Yumeng back then.
At that time, Mu Linjing had quietly explained to them that this share transfer document was Grandpa Zhan's greatest affirmation of Wei Yumeng.
Now that their daughter had also received this proof of affirmation, they no longer had to worry. Their daughter would be as happy as Wei Yumeng, and with that, they could finally be at ease.
After toasting Grandpa Zhan, they moved on to other relatives, friends, and business partners. Mu Linjing, along with Zhan Yichen, introduced herself to them one by one.
Before long, a person suddenly appeared next to Zhan Yichen.
Min Mo hooked Zhan Yichen's shoulder, acting like they were close buddies, "Yichen, you're quick. My business partner just returned to the country last month, and you're getting married this month."
"You're business partners?"
Mu Linjing looked at Zhan Yichen, sensing something.
Zhan Yichen shot Min Mo a look, "Yes. Don't you remember? Min Mo saved us during that explosion back then."
Mu Linjing suddenly understood. No wonder she had felt Min Mo looked familiar. At that time, her mind was focused on Zhan Yichen's injuries, and she didn't have the energy or mood to thank this rescuer, so her impression wasn't very deep.
Now, reminded by Zhan Yichen, she instantly remembered.