Chapter 1012: Probably only giving myself to her is more appropriate
Indeed, Di Jinxuan was so outstanding that there had always been no shortage of people who liked her.
Perhaps because she was too outstanding and came from such a prestigious family, very few dared to approach her.
The Di Family would never let her marry beneath her; of course, for men, aspiring to her hand was not without its psychological pressures.
Several eligible young men in the circle liked Di Jinxuan. A girl like her was loved by everyone and anyone would want to marry her.
But really, how many dared to pursue her?
Moreover, Xuanxuan seemed rather oblivious to her own feelings, and since she didn’t need to rely on anyone, her emotions were purer, untainted by considerations of material wealth or status.
Many young men tested the waters and, finding she had no such intentions, dared not push forward. How many were as shameless and impetuous as Nangong Jin?
Today was quite the turnout, with everyone who should be here, and even those who shouldn’t, all present.
The cocktail party began, and as the host, Di Mingjue naturally had a few opening words to say.
He was also very composed. Despite his usual silence, when it was time for him to show up, he could certainly hold the fort.
He walked onto the stage hand in hand with Gu Qibao, right where they had held their wedding ceremony.
Back then, they had exchanged vows here, committing to each other for life and agreeing that their love would bloom and bear fruit, if all went as hoped.
Back then, Bo Chengxin had been so desperate that she even slit her wrists. Now, she sat with Bo Chengyan, able to stand and walk on her own two feet.
Many guests had come with a mindset to watch the spectacle, but now they had nothing more to say.
Upon reaching the stage, Di Mingjue naturally stepped up to the microphone and began with a simple statement, "I am delighted to welcome all of our friends and relatives here today. My wife and I are deeply honored. Blessed by heaven, my wife is fortunate to be expecting twins and I’d like to share this joy with all of you. So, let’s eat, drink, and be merry today."
Nangong Jin led the way, letting out a loud whistle and starting the applause. With his enthusiastic leadership, the guests below naturally joined in with warm applause.
Standing on the stage holding Gu Qibao’s hand, Di Mingjue had no great expression on his face.
But whenever he looked at Gu Qibao, or mentioned the word "wife," he would smile and become inexplicably tender.
Anybody could feel his affectionate doting on Gu Qibao, so naturally.
I am not incapable of smiling, nor am I never gentle. It’s just that my smile and my tenderness are for you alone, in the whole world.
"Of course," after the enthusiastic applause died down, Di Mingjue began again, turning his gaze toward Gu Qibao with a slight raise of his lips, filled with adoration, "The person who has worked hardest is my wife. I am very grateful to her, thankful that she has given this bachelor who once had his fill while his family went hungry a home to return to. Now, she has promoted me to the role of father, providing someone for me to depend on in my old age and ensuring I will never be alone."
Gu Qibao was somewhat moved, and couldn’t help but tear up. Such an eloquent scholar, he spoke so beautifully.
And she had not expected Di Mingjue to say such things. Back then, on this very stage during their wedding, he had been too shy to say much.
But now, he was openly expressing these words in front of everyone.
"Lastly, I thought about it," Di Mingjue said again. "Shouldn’t I give my wife a gift to comfort her through her hard work? A house, car, jewelry, property, shares—I thought of many things, but none seemed appropriate. After much consideration, perhaps giving myself to her is the most suitable gift of all."
Di Mingjue’s words made the guests want to laugh and cry at the same time. His humor concealed so much depth of feeling; it was spoken without being cheesy, yet profoundly.