CHAPTER 673: CHAPTER 611: JUST CHANGING THE WAY IT’S SOLD

Mrs. Su even went out of her way to order the kitchen to simmer various expensive tonics, inquiring about her well-being as if she truly were a long-lost daughter finally returned home. The servants in the villa were also unusually respectful towards her, the words "Miss Xu" flowed particularly smoothly from their tongues. Although Mr. Su didn’t speak much, he would occasionally show her a kind smile during meals at home, asking a few questions like "Are you getting used to it?"

All of this gradually put Xu Mengjie’s anxious heart at ease.

She began to try forgetting the lights of the photo studio, the microphones of the recording studio, the applause from the audience, and tried hard to persuade herself to adapt to this life of a canary—delicate yet idle.

She even started to fantasize that maybe it could really be like Haoyang promised. After marriage, her mother-in-law might agree to her continuing some light and decent literary work that wouldn’t put her in the public eye? Perhaps playing the piano in their family’s club? Or participating in some elegant charity events?

Just when she was almost indulging in this false peace, Mrs. Su, at the breakfast table, seemingly casually sliced through a sweeter "bait" with her silver knife smeared with exquisite jam.

"Mengjie," Mrs. Su put down the knife and fork, elegantly wiped the corners of her mouth with a napkin, smiling warmly, "You and Haoyang have gone through quite a bit, and now, finally, the storm is over, and the sky is clear. Your uncle and I were discussing whether we should officially settle the matter between you two? It’s not good to keep dragging it on. Haoyang’s grandparents will be coming back next month, along with some close family and friends. Why not take this opportunity to hold the engagement ceremony? It won’t be overly grand, just a family gathering to let everyone know that the Su Family acknowledges you as the daughter-in-law."

"Engagement?!" Xu Mengjie’s hand holding the milk cup suddenly trembled, nearly spilling the warm liquid. A massive surprise exploded in her heart like fireworks, instantly illuminating all the gloom. She looked at Su Haoyang in disbelief, then turned to Mrs. Su, her voice trembling: "Auntie... is... is this true?"

"Surprise" was also full in Su Haoyang’s eyes, and he immediately grabbed Xu Mengjie’s hand, speaking affectionately: "Of course it’s true! Mom mentioned it to me long ago, saying she wanted to settle you down quickly, lest it drag on too long. Mengmeng, do you accept?"

Accept! How could she not be willing!

This was the acknowledgment she had been dreaming of, the "fruition" she had obtained at great cost!

All the grievances, struggles, and reluctance she had experienced before seemed to be doubly compensated at this moment.

She nodded vigorously, tears instantly filled her eyes, tears of joy: "I accept! Haoyang, Auntie, thank you both!"

Mrs. Su smiled satisfactorily, the gleam in her eyes disappeared in a flash: "Silly child, what’s there to thank, we’ll be family in the future. By the way, the day after tomorrow, Mrs. Liu has invited me to her newly-managed Rose Garden for tea. Why don’t you come with me? Relax a bit and meet some new friends. You’ll eventually need to fit into our circle."

Immersed in immense happiness, Xu Mengjie agreed without hesitation.

She was even a bit elated, as this would be the first time her mother-in-law proactively brought her into her social circle, a true sign of acceptance!

She dressed herself meticulously, putting on an elegant suit skirt.

Shamefully, this was a dress originally designed for her by Advanced’s stylist when President Yue ordered new designs tailored to their style.

Originally... it should have appeared in a certain program scheduled for next month.

During the contract termination, President Zhou allowed her to take these items with ample dignity...

Touching the delicate dark patterns on the dress, Xu Mengjie felt a bit sad again...

If only she hadn’t left Xingyue.

But...

Life is always about making choices!

Her future mother-in-law didn’t like her mingling in the entertainment industry. Having made so many sacrifices, she had finally seen the light at the end of the tunnel.

She silently cheered herself on in front of the mirror.

On the third day, she accompanied Mrs. Su to Mrs. Liu’s private garden.

The "Rose Garden" truly lived up to its name, with wisteria trellises cascading like waterfalls and various rare roses competing in full bloom under the sunlight, the air filled with a rich fragrance of flowers and an exquisite aroma of advanced red tea.

A few elegantly dressed and exquisitely made-up ladies were sitting around a delicate wicker table and chairs, chatting softly, discussing the latest auction, the maintenance of private jets, and a certain niche high-end European brand.

Mrs. Su, affectionately holding Xu Mengjie’s arm, entered with a beaming smile, introducing: "Ladies, this is Xu Mengjie, Haoyang’s girlfriend. This young lady used to work hard in the entertainment industry and is very talented, but has such a stubborn heart. For the sake of our Haoyang, she even gave up her promising future and just terminated her contract with... oh, Xingyue Entertainment. Don’t you all think she’s a bit too headstrong?"