Chapter 24: Face the Consequences
Lin Xiao Feng was relieved to hear that An Nuan had safely left Y City.
He heard that Pei Zhi Yi had been staring at the hotel's entrance for the whole night, hoping that he could catch An Nuan. Fortunately, Zhang Yu Han helped An Nuan to leave.
Now that An Nuan is no longer in Y City, Lin Xiao Feng can be more at ease.
He inhaled a deep breath to compose his thoughts.
Now, it was his time to face the consequences of his decision.
It did not take him too long to arrive at Lin's family house. As he looked around, he noticed that his parents were also at home.
A faint smile curled on his lips. Lin Xiao Feng knew that her father was supposed to be at his office during this time. Seeing that his father chose to stay home at this time, Lin Xiao Feng knew that it was because of him.
The door was pulled open from the inside as soon as he approached.
Lin Xiao Feng was not surprised to see that his mother would personally open the door for him.
"Mom." Lin Xiao Feng greeted his mother with a smile.
"Xiao Feng, why did you come this early?"
Usually, Song Luan would be happy when she saw her son coming back. But it was different today. Song Luan hoped that her son would not come home this early.
"Mom, what do you mean?" Lin Xiao Feng chuckled. "Are you not happy to see me?"
"You know that is not what I meant." Song Luan heaved a heavy sigh. She held her son's hand in hers. Her expression showed her distress. Song Lian wanted to be happy to see her son. But Song Luan could not be happy, knowing the reason her son came back this time.
"Mom." Lin Xiao Feng patted his mother's hand a few times as if to assure her that everything would be alright. Lin Xiao Feng raised his head and peeked into the house. "How is grandfather?"
"What do you think?" The frown on Song Luan's face deepened. She leaned over and whispered, "He is still angry. Your grandfather still hasn't had his breakfast. He insisted on waiting for you."
"Then, I should go and meet him quickly," Lin Xiao Feng said. "Grandfather has to eat early. He still has to take his medicine."
Lin Xiao Feng was about to enter the house and look for his grandfather when his mother tugged on his arm. "Son…" Even at a time like this, this young man was worrying about his grandfather's meal.
"Really. I will be fine." Lin Xiao Feng tried to laugh.
Song Luan pursed her lips to suppress her unhappiness. "Is it really worth it?"
"This is what I wanted to do," Lin Xiao Feng said. "Mom, I really like An Nuan. I haven't said anything in the past because I was worried that Grandpa would not like her. But now, I am married to her."
Song Luan observed her son and noticed the smile on his face. As his mother, how can she not understand her son?
Lin Xiao Feng was really happy when he stood at the altar with An Nuan yesterday.
It was the first time in a long time that she had seen such a scene. After Lin Xiao Feng graduated from high school, he was always so serious, listening to his grandfather's arrangements.
"How is An Nuan?" Song Luan asked. "Is she alright?"
Her daughter-in-law was left on her wedding day and was somehow married to him. Song Luan was worried about An Nuan as well.
"She's fine. She's on her way to T Country with her friend," Lin Xiao Feng said. "I let her go on a trip, hoping that she would think carefully about what she wanted to do next."
"That's good." Song Luan nodded. "An Nuan needed some time and space to clear her mind after what happened. Going on a vacation would be good for her. That girl is also pitiful."
"Mom." Lin Xiao Feng patted his mother's hand again. "I really need to go and meet Grandpa now."
"Go ahead." Song Luan sighed. "Your Grand Uncle already talked to your grandfather last night. I hope that this will help to make your grandfather go easy on you."
Lin Xiao Feng smiled. He did not have any expectations, especially as he was about to face his grandfather.
After exchanging a few more words with his mother, Lin Xiao Feng finally headed upstairs to look for his grandfather. He stood in front of the door and inhaled a deep breath. Lin Xiao Feng knocked on the door and waited until his grandfather called him to enter.
"Come in." The old man's voice was loud and clear.
Lin Xiao Feng straightened up his posture and pushed the door open.
As soon as he stepped into the room, Lin Xiao Feng saw that his father was also in the study. He met his father's gaze and noticed the comforting look in them.
He quickly retracted his gaze and looked at his grandfather.
"Grandfather. Father," Lin Xiao Feng greeted.
The old man shifted his gaze to his son. "Lin Xu, you should leave now. I still have to talk to Xiao Feng."
"Dad…" Lin Xu cleared his throat. He was worried about leaving his son with the old man alone.
"What's the matter?" Lin Chuan narrowed his eyes. "You are not going to listen to me now?"
Lin Xu glanced at his son with worry. As their gazes met, Lin Xu noticed the assuring look in his son's eyes. He knew that Lin Xiao Feng wanted him to listen to the old man's words and leave quickly.
Although he was not assured, Lin Xu knew that he could not go against his father's words.
Reluctantly, Lin Xu stood up from his seat and walked to the door. He walked past his son and gave him another look before he finally left.
The door was shut tightly. Then, silence reverberated in the room.
Lin Xiao Feng inhaled a deep breath. Then, he went down with both knees.
Thud!
The sound of his knee against the floor was loud and clear.
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Chapter 25: Silent Confrontation
"Grandfather, I come over to receive my punishment," Lin Xiao Feng said. He straightened his pose and looked at the old man in front of him. He was not going to leave until his grandfather let him leave.
Lin Chuan chuckled twice. His eyes turned sharper as he looked at his grandson. "Lin Xiao Feng, Lin Xiao Feng. I did not expect that you would have the courage to make such a big decision before consulting me." His right hand tightened to a fist. The more he talked, the angrier he became.
He looked at the small teacup on the side. Lin Chuan was tempted to take the teacup and throw it over to his grandson.
Lin Xiao Feng has always been obedient. The young man had listened to him and Lin Chuan had helped his grandson to rise to his position now.
This was the first time that Lin Xiao Feng had done something without properly discussing it with him.
In the past, Lin Chuan has been urging Lin Xiao Feng to get married. He wanted to let his grandson meet the young ladies that he thought would be suitable. They were from the families that would help Lin Xiao Feng to advance in his career.
Who would have thought that this grandson would call him a few hours before he got married?
And the person he married was the young daughter of the An family!
"Do you know why I am angry?" Lin Chuan said.
"Grandfather, I decided without consulting you," Lin Xiao Feng said. His voice was steady. "Marriage is an important matter. I know that you have been looking forward to planning a wedding for me."
Lin Chuan scoffed.
At least, his grandson was still aware of the reason behind his anger.
As the thought came to his mind, Lin Chuan took a few deep breaths to calm down. "Alright then, you are already married and I am not an unreasonable old man."
His daughter-in-law, Song Luan called her uncle, Old Master Song, and persuaded him to talk to him. Lin Chuan knew that if he lashed out unreasonably, a lot of people would be unhappy with him.
"Xiao Feng, you told me that you loved that girl," Lin Chuan continued. "Is this true or a lie?" "Grandfather, I love An Nuan."
Lin Chuan frowned. "That girl from the An family is not suitable. Xiao Feng, she cannot support you."
"I liked her for years but never thought about pursuing her in the past," Lin Xiao Feng said. "I know that I am not strong enough to protect her. But things are different now. With my position, I can protect her. I don't need her to support me. Grandfather, I will build up my career with my strength. Besides, I already have my maternal family's support behind me. Grandfather, do I need a marriage to help me?"
Lin Chuan wanted to tell his grandson that it was not enough. But then, the Song family's reputation in politics was something that they should not look down on. Lin Chuan knew that the support from the Song family was enough. Lin Xiao Feng was a capable person as well.
He had seen how his grandson had preserved until he got to where he is now.
"It doesn't matter even if An Nuan is not suitable for my career growth," Li Jun Xuan said. "In the end, when I return home, I hope to be with someone who can take my mind off my work. A home is a place that I wish to relax."
Lin Chuan's heart softened when he heard her grandson's words. After living a long life, Lin Chuan understood what his grandson had in mind.
Still, he could not be happy with his grandson's decision. This wedding was too hasty.
"The others will definitely talk about your marriage," Lin Chuan reminded him.
"I know."
"Right now, people are already talking about you stealing someone else's bride." Lin Chuan could not hold his anger as he recalled the rumor he heard.
Yesterday, a lot of people called him to ask about his grandson's wedding. They wanted to know if he really stole someone else's bride. Lin Chuan did not know how he should answer their question. In the end, he could only tell the Butler that he was not going to answer any call or accept any guests.
He would not mind if Lin Xiao Feng married the person he liked properly.
But he had to kidnap someone else's bride on the wedding day!
"You should know that at your position now, there are a lot of people who want to see you fall," Lin Chuan said.
"Then, I will work harder and stop them from speaking," Lin Xiao Feng said. "Grandfather, they will only be interested in this matter for a few weeks or months. Sooner or later, they will forget about it once they find something else to talk about. This will be temporary."
Lin Chuan scoffed.
His grandson always had the answer to everything he said.
"Grandfather, I hope that you can trust me one more time," Lin Xiao Feng said. "I won't let my marriage to An Nuan affect my career." He looked at his grandfather with resolute. "Grandfather, I can do it."
The room was filled with silence as both of them did not speak.
The grandfather and grandson looked into each other's eyes for a long time, having a silent confrontation.
Lin Chuan noticed the silent pleading in Lin Xiao Feng's eyes. In the end, he was the first to look away. He closed his eyes, wondering when this grandson knew to be this stubborn.
"Alright. Even if I wanted to object to this marriage, the ceremony had already happened," Lin Chuan said. "Splitting you two now would only let people talk. I will agree to your marriage to young Miss An. This afternoon, I will visit the An family with your parents and have a proper talk."
Lin Xiao Feng let out a breath of relief.
"However…"
The young man once again straightened up his pose.
"Lin Xiao Feng, you should know that every action will have consequences. Since you have agreed to accept the punishment, then you should receive it."
Lin Xiao Feng nodded. "Grandfather, thank you."
He did not care about the punishment as long as he could be with An Nuan.
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