From Trashy A to the Heiress’s Little Son-in-Law After the Idol Competition (GL, ABO) - Chapter 71

Later, Xiao Yanjin couldn’t stay at home forever, she still needed her career.

With the obstruction from the Chu family gone and the support of the Ji family, Xiao Yanjin’s career quickly advanced to the next level.

She swiftly released a solo single.

Both the CP fans and solo fans were thrilled, and she herself was content. Suddenly, she found staying at the Ji household quite comfortable at least she got to be with her sister every day. Feeling fortunate, she even considered quitting work.

One day, during a family meal:

Ji Zhiye said, “Later, Granduncle and Aunt will come over. We’ll have a small family meeting.”

Xiao Yanjin understood immediately and smiled, nodding in agreement.

Soon, Ji Yi and Ji Chun arrived.

Xiao Yanjin didn’t understand why the atmosphere was growing increasingly tense.

Ji Zhiye declared, “We can’t delay any longer. If we wait, Nuo Nuo’s belly will start showing. Let’s pick an auspicious day for the engagement, then register the marriage and hold the wedding.”

Xiao Yanjin was stunned—Ji Yunuo still hadn’t told Wei Qin that she wasn’t actually pregnant!

Though Ji Yi wasn’t fond of Xiao Yanjin, he still agreed to their marriage.

“I’ve checked the dates. Tomorrow is the most suitable for the engagement.”

Xiao Yanjin: So fast!

Ji Zhiye asked, “Yunuo, Yanjin, any objections?”

Ji Yunuo answered firmly, “None.”

Xiao Yanjin naturally couldn’t hesitate for even a second: “None!”

Soon, news of the engagement between the Xiao and Ji families spread across the nation.

The internet exploded, with dozens of trending topics flooding Weibo.

The “NuoYan” CP fans officially announced the happy news, boasting that they had been right all along!

[I knew it! They were totally a couple! I called it!!]

[I can’t, I’m gonna faint. Sisters, if I don’t post anything, assume I’m dreaming about them kissing again.]

[Is this real? Don’t play with my heart, I can’t take it!!!]

[This is amazing HAHAHAHAHA]

[I’m telling the whole world, NuoYan is REAL!!!!!]

Meanwhile, the “2the ABO” group chat was also in chaos.

Shi Zhengyi: No way, Xiao Yanjin. You guys are moving this fast?!

Shen Ya: Are you joking?

Lan Yuanning: What’s going on? Spill the details!

Jiang Nan: Holy shit!

Jiang Nan: Sorry for swearing, but I’m so hyped right now!!

He Rou: Why the excitement? They’ve been together for a while just not public about it.

Seeing He Rou’s reply, Shi Zhengyi’s heart skipped a beat. She hadn’t seen He Rou’s updates in days and had wondered if she’d been blocked. When she checked her WeChat, she realized she had been deleted.

Xiao Yanjin: This story is a long one, it’ll take time to explain!

Shi Zhengyi: Cut the crap and just tell us already!

Ji Yunuo: Alright, stop pressuring her. The engagement is tomorrow, whoever’s free, remember to come.

He Rou: I’ll be the first one there HAHAHAHA

Shi Zhengyi had initially typed, “Sorry, I have an event,” but deleted it.

Jiang Nan: I’m coming too!

Shen Ya: I can’t make it, I’ve got a variety show shoot tomorrow, and the contract’s already signed.

Lan Yuanning: I’ll probably be there.

Seeing how excited they were, Xiao Yanjin started feeling the excitement herself.

Ji Yunuo wrapped an arm around her. “Nervous?”

Xiao Yanjin shook her head. “I just think everything’s happening so fast. We’re getting engaged tomorrow, and soon, we’ll be married.”

Ji Yunuo’s heart fluttered as she looked at the little fool’s face, unable to resist the urge to kiss her.

She comforted her, “Ajin, don’t be nervous.”

Xiao Yanjin hummed in response and hugged her back. “We’re finally together.” Finally, they could get married.

The engagement banquet for the Ji and Xiao families was held at a five-star hotel.

Relatives and business partners from both families attended the event. Shi Zhengyi arrived in her own car and, upon stepping out, saw He Rou walking in wearing a long blue dress.

She wanted to rush over to greet her, but the latter was walking too quickly.

The evening sun cast a golden glow across the sky, the breeze gentle and refreshing a perfect, clear evening.

Birds soared across the horizon, leaving behind a sense of boundless freedom in their wake.

Xiao Yanjin sat poised before the mirror, dressed in a long black gown.

Liang Zhi stood behind her daughter, sighing softly.

Xiao Yanjin tossed her hair. “Mom, why the sigh?”

“I just can’t help but lament how far the Xiao family has fallen. And now, you’re practically selling yourself to marry into the Ji family. If outsiders find out, they’ll mock you for being a gold-digger.”

Xiao Yanjin chuckled.

Liang Zhi frowned. “What’s so funny?”

“Marriage isn’t about who ‘marries into’ whose family. The fact that I’ve earned Nuo-jie’s affection is already my greatest fortune.” Xiao Yanjin smiled faintly, lowering her gaze.

“But I still feel uneasy about it.”

“Jiejie has already given you the house, so stop worrying. Even if the Xiao family were to rise again, with Dad’s temperament, would we really live well?” Xiao Yanjin stood up, towering half a head over her mother, forcing her to look down slightly at the original host’s mother.

“Wouldn’t it be better to just relax and let jiejie spoil me?”

Meanwhile, Ji Yunuo was still mingling with the guests downstairs.

The unexpected announcement of their engagement had stunned even the elite young masters and ladies from their social circle.

The Baili family also attended the banquet, though Baili Zhaoyan and Baili Zhiwei wore awkward expressions, forcing smiles when they saw Ji Yunuo.

“Yunuo-jie,” Baili Zhaoyan called sweetly.

“Welcome to my and Ajin’s engagement banquet.” Ji Yunuo smiled faintly, handing them red envelopes before moving on to distribute more to her teammates.

Baili Zhaoyan sighed. “What was Yunuo-jie thinking? Instead of liking you, she chose Xiao Yanjin and even plans to marry her.”

Baili Zhiwei didn’t follow the entertainment industry much, so her impression of Xiao Yanjin was still stuck on the original host’s scandals, a bankrupt, scummy alpha.

In her opinion, the only thing Xiao Yanjin had going for her was her silver tongue and ability to charm Omegas, providing emotional value to Ji Yunuo. Beyond that, she couldn’t find any redeeming qualities.

“Xiao Yanjin really pulled it off, huh? She actually managed to reel you in.” Though Shi Zhengyi had long known about their relationship, she still clicked her tongue in amazement, marveling at it every day.

Ji Yunuo smiled gently. “It’s not exactly like she ‘reeled’ me in.”

Lan Yuanning made a gesture. “How long have you two been together?”

Ji Yunuo lowered her eyes. “Sorry for keeping it from you all before. It started around the third performance of the survival show.”

Shi Zhengyi shrugged. “So these two were using their CP act as a smokescreen on us.”

Lan Yuanning, however, smiled warmly. “I could tell early on that Yanjin had a certain dependency on Yunuo.”

Shi Zhengyi wanted to say more but noticed He Rou was nowhere to be seen. After a moment’s thought, she went to look for her.

Finally, she spotted He Rou in the crowded area.

He Rou was happily sipping wine, surrounded by a few alphas.

It was simply because they were drawn to He Rou’s looks, one after another pulling out their phones to ask for her contact information.

Shi Zhengyi frowned slightly and walked over, saying nonchalantly, “Oh, isn’t this He Rou?”

He Rou acted as if she hadn’t seen her, neither speaking nor looking her way.

Shi Zhengyi was shut out cold, leaving her feeling extremely frustrated.

The alphas continued to shower He Rou with compliments and attentively poured her drinks right in front of her, one of them being none other than Ye Liangchen.

“Miss He is so beautiful, I bet you have plenty of suitors in the industry, don’t you?”

Ye Liangchen had always been known as a smooth-talking charmer, his words as sweet as honey.

Not one to back down, Shi Zhengyi deliberately muttered beside them, “Oh, there are way too many. You’d have to wait in line.”

Instead of getting angry, Ye Liangchen simply laughed and shifted his gaze toward Lan Yuanning’s direction.

A sudden wave of fragrance filled the air, accompanied by a clear, melodious voice.

“Sorry, everyone, I’m late.”

A stunning figure had appeared on the second floor.

Ji Yunuo turned her head swiftly at the familiar voice, just in time to see Xiao Yanjin gracefully descending the stairs.

The crowd was momentarily stunned. While Ji Yunuo was undeniably beautiful, her true charm lay in her exceptional aura. But Xiao Yanjin was different.

In the public eye, Xiao Yanjin had always been considered a “light beauty”, someone who could effortlessly switch between sweet and cool. But tonight, she had meticulously applied bold makeup, her hair styled in soft curls. Already tall, her presence was now even more breathtaking, like a thornless rose exuding an alluring fragrance.

This was the first time Ji Yunuo had seen Xiao Yanjin dressed like this. Her usually indifferent and cold expression melted into a smile.

She stepped forward and took her fiancée’s hand. Xiao Yanjin smiled gently, letting her hold it without resistance.

Ye Liangchen and Baili Zhiwei couldn’t tear their eyes away.

Baili Zhiwei chuckled dryly. “No wonder Yunuo never showed interest in me, she had such a gorgeous alpha waiting at home.”

Ye Liangchen clicked his tongue. “If Xiao Yanjin weren’t an alpha, I might’ve tried pursuing her.”

Baili Zhaoyan scoffed. “Keep dreaming! As if.” Though she had always disapproved of Xiao Yanjin’s past scandals, she suddenly found the two of them surprisingly well-matched, leaving her with mixed emotions.

“Holy, Xiao Yanjin, you look absolutely stunning!” Shi Zhengyi blurted out excitedly.

Xiao Yanjin shot her a playful glare, her eyes brimming with charm. Ji Yunuo’s heart fluttered, and she tightened her grip on her hand.

“Captain and maknae, you two are truly a match made in heaven. I used to think your relationship was just for show like, zero chemistry. But now?” He Rou raised her wine glass, cheeks flushed, as she rambled drunkenly.

Xiao Yanjin blinked. “Are you drunk?”

He Rou shook her head. “Am I?”

“He Rou.” Shi Zhengyi approached, reaching out to steady her.

But even slightly tipsy, He Rou frowned at the sight of her and completely ignored her.

“You’re drunk. Let me take you back to rest,” Shi Zhengyi said with rare patience.

He Rou acted as if she hadn’t heard, clicking her tongue. “Leave me alone. I can hold my liquor just fine. If anything, I’ll stop drinking, I still want to see them exchange their engagement rings.”

Shi Zhengyi was left speechless, standing there awkwardly, unsure what to do.

Wei Qin walked as if on a red carpet, her every movement exuding the grace of a noblewoman. She even waved to some friends like a celebrity meeting fans, though her smile remained perfunctory. Led by her wife Ji Zhiye, she stepped onto the central stage and announced to the crowd: “Everyone, thank you for taking the time to attend our daughter’s engagement banquet. I now declare our welcome for Xiao Yanjin to marry into the Ji family as our son-in-law!”

The room fell into stunned silence at these words.

Xiao Liangmu and Liang Zhi awkwardly lowered their heads, proof that the less wealthy party was always the most humbled. Had other branches of the Xiao family been present, they’d surely have mocked them mercilessly.

The guests exchanged bewildered glances.

Shi Zhengyi stammered, “What… Xiao Yanjin marrying into the Ji family?”

He Rong covered her mouth in shock. “What does that mean?”

“What else could it mean?” Xiao Yanjin stepped up to the microphone, beaming. “From now on, I’ll be the Ji family’s live-in son-in-law.”

Her composed and cheerful expression left even Wei Qin and Ji Zhiye speechless. Typically, alphas had strong pride, few would willingly marry into an omega’s household as a son-in-law, as it invited ridicule. But Xiao Yanjin was different; she seemed genuinely delighted.

Wei Qin massaged her temples. What kind of alpha was this, treating shame as honor?

Shi Zhengyi and the other teammates quickly masked their surprise they knew Xiao Yanjin had a reputation for being shameless. If she didn’t mind, why should anyone else?

“Alright, Xiao Yanjin! I support your marriage into a wealthy family!” Shi Zhengyi cheered her on, while He Rong and Jiang Nan applauded like devoted fans casting votes.

“Hahahaha!” A burst of laughter suddenly erupted from the crowd. “How laughable! I wondered how the bankrupt Xiao family could possibly ally with the Jis. So it’s by marrying in as a son-in-law!”

Xiao Yanjin showed no anger, only curiosity as she scanned the crowd.

A male alpha in a suit, his hair slicked back in a mature style, stepped forward with pompous confidence.

Xiao Yanjin took a deep breath.

It was Jiang Quyou, the young master of the Jiang family, the same man who’d failed to humiliate her last time. Aside from his slightly greasy hair, his looks were decent, and his height was impeccable. Truly fitting for a wealthy heir, though his demeanor screamed nouveau riche.

Xiao Yanjin narrowed her eyes. Here he was again, stirring trouble. How amusing!

Jiang Quyou swirled his champagne glass while gesturing theatrically. “The Xiao family was once a prominent household, on par with the Jis. Who’d have thought bankruptcy would reduce them to this? Truly astonishing.”

Ji Yunuo frowned, about to speak, but Xiao Yanjin gently stopped her. Calmly, Xiao Yanjin replied, “And what, dear sir, leads you to that conclusion?”

“Xiao Yanjin, as a descendant of the Xiao family, how shameless of you to scheme your way into a wealthy household! I can’t fathom what you’re plotting!” Jiang Quyou glared, hurling insults.

“Young Miss Ji has wealth, beauty, and education. What do you have?” His blunt words were the kind to make any self-respecting alpha crumble with shame.

Xiao Yanjin first let out a laugh, then shrugged her shoulders: “Come on, winning the affection of Miss Ji is already a huge victory over all of you. Heaven knows how blessed I am to have such a gentle and beautiful wife.”

Ji Zhiye and Wei Qin couldn’t help but feel admiration. Normally, any alpha would feel ashamed, even angry enough to storm off. Yet Xiao Yanjin showed no embarrassment whatsoever, instead, she even started praising Ji Yunuo. This woman really had guts!

Jiang Quyou clearly hadn’t expected Xiao Yanjin to say such things. He had come intending to mock her, but ended up making a fool of himself instead.

He did have some interest in Ji Yunuo, but despite multiple attempts at pursuing her, he never received any response. Normally, any Omega would have accepted his advances, only Ji Yunuo left him utterly defeated.

Bai Lizhiwei and Ye Liangchen lowered their heads at Xiao Yanjin’s words. She was right earning Miss Ji’s favor was indeed incredibly fortunate.

“You’re really something!” Jiang Quyou glared at her. He hadn’t wanted to attend the engagement banquet in the first place, only coming to see what kind of person Xiao Yanjin was.

She was truly shameless!

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