Yiqin Chu looked at her, indicating for her to continue.
"Regarding our marriage, could we keep it a secret for now?"
There were so many people who were smitten with Yiqin Chu.
If the news got out, she feared she'd be torn to shreds.
This would be beneficial for both of them.
In a year, she'd be free again,
and she didn't want this to turn into a huge spectacle. It would be too embarrassing if people were still paying attention to her after they divorced.
"And, about marital obligations, I won't—"
"That's your second condition," Yiqin Chu interrupted indifferently. After giving her a once - over, he continued, "You're not the least bit appealing to me."
Jasmine was infuriated.
"Good for you!"
She snorted and turned to look out of the window. She'd just hold onto that piece of land and get through this year in peace.
The car came to a smooth stop. Jasmine turned her head and saw the three prominent words: Civil Affairs Bureau.
He had everything planned out from the very beginning.
"Mr. Chu, you've arrived."
Even in the Civil Affairs Bureau, this man exuded an air of superiority. Without lifting a finger, there were plenty of people eager to please him. Jasmine stood beside Yiqin Chu, looking meek and docile, hiding her sharp edges.
Click.
Jasmine had her photo taken, got the documents stamped, and received the marriage certificate.
She still felt like she was in a daze, unable to grasp the reality of it all. In just five minutes, she'd gone from being single to married. The most outstanding man in Jiangcheng had become her husband, and it felt like a dream.
Her bright eyes studied Yiqin Chu. This man was strikingly good - looking, yet also cold - hearted.
Suddenly, a commotion sounded outside the Civil Affairs Bureau.
"Chun - gege, I specially picked this day. But it's so strange. Why is it so quiet on Qixi?" Xue Qin said, affectionately hugging Chun Ji's arm. Her well - developed chest rubbed against him, making Chun Ji's mind wander.
"Maybe it's just quiet at this moment," Chun Ji replied, distracted. He was so aroused by Xue that he was more interested in going to bed with her than discussing the quietness of the place.
"Then let's register our marriage quickly. Our two families are having dinner together tonight," Xue said.
Xue Qin had a sweet face, and when she pouted and act like a spoiled child,Chun Ji couldn't resist.
He pinched her nose and smiled. "Anything for you."
"I knew you were the best to me."
"Miss Qin, Mr. Ji, you'll need to wait outside for a while," the staff member of the Civil Affairs Bureau said respectfully. Young Master Chu had given instructions not to be disturbed, and no one was allowed in.
Xue Qin was annoyed. She was not used to waiting for anyone.
"Who's in there anyway? How dare they make me wait? They should know the status of the Qin family," she huffed.
As soon as Jasmine stepped out, she heard these arrogant words.
"Jasmine... What are you doing here?" Chun Ji's voice lost some of its strength. His eyes darted between Jasmine and Yiqin Chu, sizing them up.
A man and a woman at the Civil Affairs Bureau—what else could they be doing!
But it was impossible!
How could Yiqin Chu marry a woman as 'dirty' as Jasmine!
"You... You're like a ghost that won't leave! Did you follow Chun - gege and me? Let me tell you, we're getting married today," Xue Qin said, standing on tiptoe to plant a passionate kiss on Chun Ji's lips, looking at Jasmine triumphantly.
Jasmine and Chun Ji had grown up together, and she'd loved Chun - gege for so many years. Xue was sure Jasmine would be heartbroken to see this.
"Is this your taste?"
Yiqin Chu coldly retracted his gaze and turned to look at Jasmine, a hint of undisguised disdain still in the corner of his eyes.