novellhall Chapter 225 Marriage Certificate
Chapter 225 Marriage Certificate
Although his voice was low and hoarse, one could tell he was being cautious.
Zhuang Qingxiang immediately became serious as well: "What is it? Tell me."
Lu Congyue paused for two seconds, then said in a low voice, "Before I say anything, let me clarify that I have always respected your decision. This is only temporary... Qingxiang, although we are officially husband and wife, my records still show me as single and unmarried..."
Zhuang Qingxiang blinked blankly.
"The personnel department has the right to access our files. Although the organization knows what's going on between us, we can't stop others from talking about it. Moreover, it's very likely that someone will leak it out. If those people find out, they will never trust us again, and we won't be able to complete the tasks assigned by the organization."
Lu Congyue spoke gravely, and Zhuang Qingxiang asked anxiously, "What can we do?"
Lu Congyue coughed lightly: "Now it's just the two of us who need to get our marriage certificate. I've reported it to the organization, and they said they'll expedite the process of getting the letter of introduction and everything. As long as you agree, we can get our marriage certificate tomorrow."
"What?" Zhuang Qingxiang exclaimed in surprise, but then remembered that there were outsiders living in the side room, so she quickly covered her mouth, her heart pounding wildly.
Why did things suddenly escalate to the point of needing to get a marriage certificate?
"No!" she whispered.
Lu Congyue felt a lump in his throat.
He knew it wouldn't be that easy.
But there's no turning back now; he has to win her over and make her his real wife.
Otherwise, this situation is too torturous. It's fine if they play husband and wife in public, and the organization will explain afterward. But with Dai Hongying, who knows the truth, at home, the two of them not only can't play husband and wife, but they also have to avoid suspicion. They can't even look at each other or hold hands.
Lu Congyue felt increasingly heartbroken and continued in a low voice, "Qingxiang, it's all fake, just a formality. Otherwise, my file says I'm unmarried, but we're claiming to be married to others. That's a huge loophole. We've already invested so much; what if we ruin everything because of this? What if we scare those people away? Where are we going to find them in this vast world?"
Zhuang Qingxiang frowned: "Fake?"
"Yes!" Lu Congyue replied softly, his tone incredibly seductive. "Didn't I say I've always respected your decisions? I knew you didn't want to get married, and I was always willing to follow you without a formal status. But now this matter has come up, so there's no way... It's all for work, really!"
"Besides, you've had enough of this kind of life, haven't you? You want to resolve everything as soon as possible, right? Get a marriage certificate, plug the loopholes, so you can act freely and end this anxious life sooner, wouldn't that be better?"
That last sentence touched Zhuang Qingxiang's heart.
She was truly fed up with this life of constant anxiety.
Her life was simple from childhood. She worked hard by her mother's side when she was with the Lu family, and it was the same when she moved to the Qian family. After her mother passed away, she quietly worked and took care of the children. Although it was tiring and difficult, it was peaceful and uneventful.
Ever since she was stopped in the county town and her biological father, Zhuang Luping, was mentioned, she had been on edge. The sudden appearance of Huang Cuilan and the things she said only increased the pressure on her, making her feel like she was about to snap.
Now that I'm far away from Huang Cuilan and Dongya Village, once this matter is resolved, I can go back to a peaceful and simple life.
but……
"Won't getting a marriage certificate with you affect you?" Zhuang Qingxiang was still a little worried.
Upon hearing that there was a chance, Lu Congyue was incredibly excited inside, but remained calm on the surface: "What impact could this have? It's all for work!! We can get the divorce certificate after this is over."
He spoke with such ease that Zhuang Qingxiang felt somewhat relieved.
I also feel he's made a huge sacrifice, getting married and divorced twice, making him a second-time bride...
But Lu Congyue remained firm: "It's alright, it's all for the sake of work, that's how the organization arranged it."
He paused, then said sadly, "If you really don't want to, I'll talk to the organization and think of another way. But be prepared, if there really are other good solutions, the organization won't give this suggestion. If something unexpected happens, all the things you've done before will be for nothing."
Zhuang Qingxiang felt anxious upon hearing this.
After all the risks and dangers I've put in, my reputation has been trampled underfoot. What's the point of just hanging on like this?
"Okay, let's get our marriage certificate!" Zhuang Qingxiang agreed resolutely.
In the darkness, Lu Congyue's lips curled up so high they almost reached the sky.
"Cough... Haruka, are you really willing? This is too much of a sacrifice for you..."
"If you're not afraid, I'm even less afraid," Zhuang Qingxiang said earnestly. "I just want to resolve this matter as soon as possible."
"Okay, I'll take care of it tomorrow." Lu Congyue paused, then added, "This will be done behind the scenes. On the surface, we'll act the same as always, just getting a marriage certificate and making a change in the records. Don't feel pressured."
Zhuang Qingxiang hummed in agreement.
"I'll do whatever you say."
Hearing her agree so obediently, Lu Congyue felt a little guilty, but he quickly stopped feeling resentful.
He will only get a marriage certificate once in his life, and once he gets it, it's for life.
The thought that the woman in his arms would soon be his rightful wife filled Lu Congyue with immense joy. He lowered his head and kissed her neck, slipping one hand under her clothes...
The familiar, delicate, and soft texture was irresistible. Starting tomorrow, he would have a legitimate right to kiss and touch it. Lu Congyue was a little excited, and his grip tightened.
Zhuang Qingxiang gave a low hum and pressed her hand to her chest.
"Stop fooling around..."
Lu Congyue buried his face in her neck in frustration: "I want to hold you while we sleep, I really do."
Zhuang Qingxiang blushed and her heart pounded. Her body felt weak and powerless. Thinking that the doors and windows were tightly closed and she couldn't see anything outside, she whispered, "Don't be silly, carry me back to the room."
The voice was soft, as gentle as water, yet it could ignite flames.
Lu Congyue suddenly pulled the person into his arms, as if he wanted to meld them into his very bones.
Continuing any further risked an accidental conflict, so Lu Congyue quickly returned the person to the three children, gave Zhuang Qingxiang a reluctant kiss, and then hurried away.
Neither of them slept well that night; after all, they had ignited a fire that they couldn't extinguish.
When Lu Congyue woke up the next morning, he saw Dai Hongying, who was already up early and exercising in the yard. He wished he could finish everything in one day and drive all the outsiders out.
Last night, Zhuang Qingxiang was so sweet and tempting from being held up by him that she was like a ripe peach, but he couldn't get a single bite. He was really fed up with this kind of life.
Lu Congyue left without having breakfast and didn't return until evening.
Dai Hongying was skipping rope with Xiao Qianyue in the yard when Lu Congyue walked over with his hands behind his back and an expressionless face. Suddenly, he said, "Zhuang Qingxiang and I are a legally married couple."
Dai Hongying: ? ? ?
Lu Congyue entered the house with satisfaction.
"Yueyue, what did your Uncle Lu say just now?" Dai Hongying asked, puzzled.
Xiao Qianyue shook her head: "Huh?"
Dai Hongying didn't know either; she seemed to have heard the words "husband and wife."