Everything proceeded unexpectedly smoothly. With the contact information provided by the Xu parents, Xu Yun called her elder brother. The moment she spoke, the man on the other end broke down. He rushed over within half an hour, leading to a tearful but long-overdue reconciliation between the siblings.
In that small living room, the coldness of years thawed. Big Brother Xu, who had once harbored his own resentment toward their parents, realized that his indifference had also hurt his sister. Seeing the adorable, polite Ji Xiaocong, the uncle’s heart softened completely. He promised to attend the wedding with the rest of the family, acting as the bridge to mend their broken ties.
…
Half a month later.
In a pristine, sacred church, Ji Xiu waited at the altar. Father Xu, dressed in a formal black suit, kept a stiff face as he walked his daughter down the aisle. Little Ji Xiaocong, serving as the flower boy, poked his own dimple and whispered, "Wai Gong, you have to smile! Today is a happy day for Papa and Mommy."
Father Xu managed a rigid smile, satisfying the toddler, before handing Xu Yun’s hand to Ji Xiu.
Xu Yun was breathtakingly beautiful. At twenty-two, she was in the prime of her youth, her starlit eyes reflecting a shy, inner joy. Standing beside her, Ji Xiu was a vision of charm in his white tuxedo—deep, mysterious, and radiating a powerful protective aura.
The wedding was live-streamed on Mango TV. While some of Xu Yun’s old classmates whispered about her being "too submissive" to a superstar husband, Xu Yun ignored them. She didn't want to be a "wild rose" fighting the world; she was content being a cherished princess under Ji Xiu’s sky. The security and love he provided were all she ever wanted.
…
From the church to the hotel, the celebration continued. Ji Xiu and Xiaocong greeted the guests at the entrance. The four other families from Dad and Me arrived, and Xiaocong ran to greet them with the enthusiasm of a seasoned host.
"Brother Chenchen! Is this your Papa and Mommy? Hello, Uncle and Auntie, I'm Congcong!"
The "National Son" charmed everyone he met. Director Wang, the man behind the live-stream, was ecstatic. The traffic on Mango TV’s platform had exploded, breaking records and reaching 20 million active members. The public wasn't focused on the luxury or the gossip; they were captivated by the genuine, tender affection between Ji Xiu and Xu Yun.
On Weibo, hashtags like #JiXiuWedding and #FlowerBoyCongcong dominated the charts. Casual viewers and die-hard fans alike were won over by the family's harmony. Any attempt by anti-fans to smear Xu Yun’s past was quickly drowned out by a sea of "protection" from the general public. Brother Wang’s prepared water army sat idle—there was simply no hate left to fight.
…
That night, at a five-star hotel, the newlyweds finally found a moment of peace.
Ji Xiaocong had accidentally been given a few sips of red wine by a guest and was in a state of hyper-excitement, jumping on the rose-petal-covered bed. After a bit of chasing, Ji Xiu finally tricked the toddler into a warm bath, which sent him straight to sleep. Ji Xiu carried the boy to the grandparents' room, ensuring a quiet "first night" for himself and Xu Yun.
Behind the closed doors of the bridal suite, the lingering fatigue of the day vanished. Under the soft lights, they shared a night that was the culmination of four years of waiting and a month of newfound passion.
…
The years following the wedding were a blend of normalcy and extraordinary love.
Ji Xiu didn't retire completely; he filmed a movie every year or two to maintain his skills and a healthy distance that kept their romance fresh. By the time Xiaocong was in elementary school, Ji Xiu’s acting had surpassed the original owner’s peak.
When Xiaocong entered university, Ji Xiu finally won the Academy Award for Best Actor. Three years later, his "protege" and son's best friend, Zhong Yuchen, won Best Actor at Venice. Ji Xiu, as a special guest, presented him with the trophy.
Ji Xiaocong—now simply Ji Cong—grew up as the nation’s favorite son. He inherited the beauty of his parents and remained a kind, joyful soul. At twenty-eight, he married his childhood sweetheart, Gu Xiaoxiao.
In that same year, Ji Xiu received a Lifetime Achievement Award. He finally put down his scripts and took Xu Yun to travel the world. They saw every landscape they had dreamed of, eventually returning to their quiet home.
When it was time to go, Xu Yun left first. Within half an hour, Ji Xiu followed her, leaving this world with a heart full of peace. He had saved a broken family, turned a tragic villain into a beloved son, and given a devoted woman the life she deserved.
Join the discussion
Log in to comment.