Chapter 84: External Family Elders
“Marry directly? 😨😨😨” Ji Chengyun looked at her father in disbelief.
She could hardly believe her ears. Had her father just suggested that she and Xinrou get married immediately?
But wasn’t her father a very traditional person? How could he do this?
Back then, her father and mother’s marriage wasn’t like this at all. They had followed all the proper procedures!
From dating to engagement, then betrothal gifts, and finally the wedding, the entire process was clearly outlined. When Ji Chengyun was young, she had asked her father why it had to be so complicated.
Her father’s expression back then was still deeply etched in Ji Chengyun’s memory.
She remembered that her father’s expression was exceptionally happy, and at the same time, it carried a sense of seriousness, probably wanting her to remember what he said.
Back then, her father had earnestly told her.
“A wedding is the most important day in a woman’s life. For a partner who is worth our effort, we men should give them a solemn ceremony. Only then can we highlight how much we value our partner.”
Ji Chengyun had always kept this sentence in her heart, even considering it a kind of truth.
But now, her father didn’t want to follow the usual procedures, which greatly surprised Ji Chengyun.
The main reason was that it was very difficult for a traditional person to change their mindset.
This was because a person’s thinking was fixed in childhood and was almost impossible to reverse. Moreover, it was even rarer for her father to propose it himself.
However, if they were to get married directly, would her father and mother sit in the parents’ seats?
After all, outsiders didn’t know their relationship now. If they sat there, they would have to come up with a good excuse or reason to fob off everyone attending the wedding.
If they didn’t sit… Ji Chengyun couldn’t possibly have no elders on her side…
Suddenly, two figures emerged in Ji Chengyun’s mind. They were two aging figures: her maternal grandfather and maternal grandmother!
Years ago, her mother had a falling out with her maternal grandfather and grandmother, which led her mother to strive alone. She even claimed to be an orphan.
It seemed that her father had believed her back then. It wasn’t until the eve of their wedding that her father learned about this. Even though there was a conflict, her maternal grandfather and grandmother still attended her mother’s wedding.
They attended as parents.
Over the years, her maternal grandfather and grandmother had rarely contacted them. Even though her mother was their only child, it remained the same.
Ji Chengyun guessed that it was probably because her maternal grandfather and grandmother were too powerful. Although she didn’t know what their backing was, Ji Chengyun’s intuition told her that her maternal grandfather and grandmother probably had extraordinary backgrounds.
In these years, she had seen her maternal grandfather and grandmother only a few times. But every time they met, Ji Chengyun could feel the aura of upper-class people from them.
It was something ethereal, difficult to describe, only to be understood but not expressed.
Ji Chengyun was thinking now, could she invite her maternal grandfather and grandmother over?
Her maternal grandfather and grandmother were very doting on her and would send her messages on holidays, even if it were just simple greetings…
Moreover, Ji Chengyun thought that after so many years, her mother and her maternal grandfather and grandmother shouldn’t continue like this. After all, her maternal grandfather and grandmother were getting old. If… something happened, and her mother couldn’t see them one last time, wouldn’t that be a great regret?
Although her mother had a close call recently, because it hadn’t been long since they reunited, Ji Chengyun hadn’t told her maternal grandfather and grandmother about it.
Although she could find out by checking, given the strained relationship between her maternal grandfather and grandmother and her mother, they probably wouldn’t check. They would just ask her to confirm the situation.
…
“Dad, can I invite my maternal grandfather and grandmother over then?”
Upon hearing this, Ji Yunqi trembled. What kind of talk was this?
Was her son serious about inviting those two great deities?
Ji Yunqi still remembered the look in her father-in-law’s eyes back then… it was truly terrifying. She even suspected, for a time, that her father-in-law wanted to have her killed!
However…
Her son’s words seemed to have some logic to them.
If they were to get married directly, their current identities as father and mother were not suitable for appearing. However, their son must have elders on his side.
When he got married, it was the Jiang family patriarch who supported him, although he had passed away many years ago…
It seemed that it was indeed necessary to have elders present now. And since he and his wife were still alive, it would be inappropriate to entrust Jiang You with this matter.
Moreover, if they could really invite those two, it might not be a bad thing…
After all, over the years, his wife often stared blankly at family photos. But every time Ji Chengyun suggested taking his wife home to visit, he would sternly refuse.
With decades of marital affection, how could Ji Yunqi not see that his wife actually really wanted to go home to visit? It was just that due to concerns about saving face, she had never agreed.
If they could use this opportunity for them to have a good chat, it would undoubtedly be a good thing.
As for whether her father-in-law and mother-in-law would still recognize their family, Ji Yunqi wasn’t too worried about it.
After all, over the years, the elders had often inquired about his wife through him and his son. With Ji Yunqi’s decades of experience, of course, he could tell that they were still very concerned about this daughter… now son.
Even if they discovered his wife’s physical changes later, they would likely not disown her. Instead, they might feel guilty because their wife had died once.
After all, for parents who truly loved their children, no matter how their children had changed after their trials outside, they were still their darlings.
Clearly, the elders were such people, which was why Ji Yunqi wasn’t worried at all.
…
“Then, see if you can invite your maternal grandfather and grandmother over. Your mother and I need to inform them about our situation, and besides…” Ji Yunqi glanced at the room door, confirming that his wife hadn’t come out yet.
“And you don’t want your mother to remain estranged from her family forever, do you?”
Ji Chengyun’s mouth twitched slightly. What was her father saying? It sounded so idiotic! 🧐
“Okay, I’ll talk to my maternal grandfather and grandmother about it then. Whether they come or not is uncertain.” To be honest, Ji Chengyun herself wasn’t very confident.
After all, she understood very well that her maternal grandfather and grandmother had the same personality as her mother – they were all stubborn. If she wanted them to reconcile with her mother… it would probably be…
As for what to do, she would think of a way then.
Love me, love my dog. Her maternal grandfather and grandmother doted on her mother so much that they had also doted on her as a granddaughter over the years. If she told them she was getting married, they would probably come, right?
Right now, Ji Chengyun could only do this. She couldn’t think of any other way for the moment.
…
Noon…
In front of the dining table…
Ye Mingkong frowned slightly and looked at the two children in front of her speechlessly. When she heard from her husband that their son and daughter-in-law had swapped souls, she thought she was being tricked.
But after she understood, she was completely distraught. They were at the stage of discussing marriage, and now this happened?
“Forget it. Since you already have an idea, I won’t interfere unnecessarily. After all, it’s your matter, and it’s not good for me to make all the decisions.”
Ji Yunqi looked at the two children in front of her. Now that things were settled, there was nothing they could do to change them, so they could only let nature take its course.
However, she was very curious whether Luo Yao knew about this, or if Ji Chengyun had told her.
“Did you tell Aunt Luo?”
Ji Chengyun, who was eating, paused slightly. She seemed to have… forgotten…
She was so busy running away in the morning to clarify things with Zhang Xinrou that she forgot to tell Aunt Luo. But it wasn’t too late to tell her now.
“Should I call her?”
“Wait!” Ji Yunqi stopped her. If her son, using Xinrou’s body, told Luo Yao, it might be difficult to explain clearly for a while.
It would be better for her to tell Luo Yao, as the credibility would be much higher.
“You two go do what you need to do. I’ll talk to Luo Yao.”
Seeing this, the two didn’t say anything further. Anyway, things had come to this point, and they were powerless to change anything.
Moreover…
Since they were here, wouldn’t it be a waste of this beautiful time not to go out and play?
…
After Ji Chengyun and Zhang Xinrou left, Ji Yunqi began to think again about whether to inform her father-in-law and mother-in-law, so they could be invited to attend their son’s wedding.
At that time, it would not only add to the joy of their son’s wedding but also bring good luck to the elders, as they doted on this granddaughter.
Perhaps they could even hold their great-grandchildren, which would be a joyous occasion!
Of course, there was also the most important matter, which was to help his wife and his father-in-law and mother-in-law mend their relationship, although it might be a bit complicated at that time.
After all, now…
If Ji Yunqi’s guess was correct, and the elders still recognized his wife as their child, then… their daughter would have become a son.
Then he would have become…
A daughter-in-law?
“Damn, I’ve become a daughter-in-law?”
Although startled by his own thought, Ji Yunqi didn’t think too much about it. Anyway, it was all the same. She had no parents, so being a daughter-in-law or a son-in-law made no difference.
If his wife hadn’t had conflicts with the elders, he probably would have been a live-in son-in-law by now.
Being a daughter-in-law was similar, with no difference. Anyway, Ji Yunqi didn’t feel ashamed at all.
It was like this now, and it was like this before. What was wrong with being a live-in son-in-law?
Although some people used to mock her, a grown man with hands and feet, for being a live-in son-in-law, Ji Yunqi didn’t care at all.
After all, others didn’t have this privilege, but she did!
…………
Time passed by, and by the evening, the two children returned home.
Of course, Luo Yao also came with them. Apparently, the two groups met on the way and decided to come together.
Luo Yao looked at Ji Yunqi with some resentment, her eyes seeming to say, why didn’t you tell me until it was almost evening?
Ji Yunqi felt a little guilty under Luo Yao’s slightly reproachful gaze. She then looked at the two children beside her: “You two go back to your room. I’ll discuss your matters with Luo Yao. You two shouldn’t listen.”
“Dad, why can’t we listen? It’s our matter being discussed. I think we should listen.” Ji Chengyun didn’t want to back down at this moment. She really wanted to see what her Aunt Luo and her father could come up with.
As for Zhang Xinrou, as usual, she didn’t say anything and just listened to Ji Chengyun’s wishes.
Ji Yunqi opened her mouth, momentarily unsure how to refute. Fortunately, Ye Mingkong’s timely intervention saved the day.
Ye Mingkong grabbed Ji Chengyun and Zhang Xinrou by the collars of their backs, picked them up one by one, and dragged them towards the room without a word.
“You’ve gone too far! You two little brats, you’re quite arrogant~”
As soon as Ye Mingkong made a move, Ji Chengyun dared not say anything further. Perhaps this was the power of bloodline suppression! Even though there was no blood relation now.
Seeing that Ji Chengyun and Zhang Xinrou had been dragged away, Luo Yao finally dared to speak, as some words were not convenient for the children to hear.
“What you said… it’s not true, is it?”
Luo Yao still couldn’t quite believe what Ji Yunqi had told her on the phone in the afternoon.
She was still at work when Ji Yunqi sent a green bubble message, which started with…
[“Your daughter is gone.”]
Those few words almost scared Luo Yao to death. She thought her daughter had been mischievous and lost herself.
Fortunately, Ji Yunqi quickly added.
[“Your daughter has become my son, and my son has become your daughter.”]
Although Luo Yao couldn’t react to the second sentence immediately, she had basically understood that her daughter was fine.
After calling Ji Yunqi on the way and communicating, she finally understood what had happened. Although the matter was very fantastical, making Luo Yao disbelief it,
When she thought about the fantastical characters who were talking to her at this moment, she could accept it immediately.
Coupled with the fact that she had just heard her “daughter” naturally call Ji Yunqi “Dad”…
Luo Yao had basically confirmed it. However, this matter was too incredible, and she didn’t want it to be true. She could only hold onto her last hope and ask Ji Yunqi.
“Sigh~~~”
“You saw it yourself. I didn’t lie to you. It’s indeed as I said, right?”
Luo Yao pondered for a moment, then looked up at Ji Yunqi: “So, what should we do now? We… can’t just let those two live like this forever, right?”
Ji Yunqi could hear the urgency in Luo Yao’s tone. She could understand Luo Yao’s concern for her daughter, but how could she not worry about her son?
“I know you’re anxious, but don’t be anxious yet~~”
“Look at them, do they look like something happened? The younger generation has their own ways of solving problems. We don’t need to rush, just cooperate.”
Seeing Ji Yunqi’s nonchalant demeanor, Luo Yao also calmed down. Since Ji Yunqi had said so, she must have some confidence, otherwise she wouldn’t have said such a thing.
“Alright, then next, they are almost at the stage of marriage. What do you say?” This was the point that Luo Yao cared about the most. She cared deeply about her daughter’s happiness and never wanted her daughter to not be able to be with the person she loved, unlike herself.
If that were the case, she would rather remain unmarried for life.
“I’ll arrange for them to cancel the engagement ceremony and get married directly. They are all grown up anyway, aren’t they?”
“What! Marry directly?” Luo Yao looked at Ji Yunqi in surprise, then turned her head and thought about it again. She could understand it: “That’s good too. Let’s do as you say.”
Since they could get married earlier, it would naturally be the best. Luo Yao could also let go of a worry, couldn’t she?
“There’s one more thing I think I need to tell you.”
“What?”
Ji Yunqi took a deep breath and informed Luo Yao of her intention to invite her father-in-law and mother-in-law over. After all, Luo Yao would be together with the elders as long as they were on stage at the wedding.
The elders were quite shrewd. In the early years, they were very aware of the love-hate relationship between Luo Yao, Ji Yunqi, and Ye Mingkong, so they knew Luo Yao.
It might be unavoidable to feel awkward at that time, so Ji Yunqi felt it was necessary to inform Luo Yao to avoid any special circumstances.
“This… Alright. As long as you’re not afraid, I don’t care.” Luo Yao herself didn’t care that much, as in the end, she was just an outsider.
“I know. Don’t worry. As for tonight… let the two children stay here~” Ji Yunqi gave a mischievous smile.
Luo Yao instinctively wanted to retort, saying her daughter wasn’t married yet, but then she remembered the matter of her daughter and son-in-law swapping souls.
Even if the two children were together, it wouldn’t be her daughter who suffered… it would be Cheng Yun who might have to endure some hardship.
“Heh heh….”
“Alright, then I’ll go back first. Remember to take good care of them.”
Ji Yunqi brought her fingers together and flicked them at her forehead: “Leave it to me.”
Seeing Ji Yunqi make such a cute gesture, Luo Yao couldn’t help but suppress her rising smile. She was very happy about Ji Yunqi’s changes.
This proved that Ji Yunqi’s path to feminization had taken another step forward…
…………
Night…
Ji Chengyun’s heart raced wildly. She lay on the bed, afraid to move, for fear of disturbing the person beside her.
The intense tension made Ji Chengyun unable to sleep. However, as time went by, Zhang Xinrou beside her remained still, and Ji Chengyun gradually relaxed.
Just as Ji Chengyun was about to fall asleep, a strong and powerful hand suddenly wrapped around her waist, and then she was pressed against him.
“Holy crap!”
“Don’t move! Sleep well, or you’ll regret it.” Just as Ji Chengyun was about to struggle, Zhang Xinrou threatened her.
And Ji Chengyun, under Zhang Xinrou’s oppressive power, dared not make any moves, so she had to lie there honestly. Although her expression was calm, Ji Chengyun’s heart was filled with rage.
When had she, a grown man, ever been so embarrassed? If she had the chance, she would definitely get revenge!
But for now, it was better to be honest…
The night passed without incident…
In the morning, Ji Chengyun got up almost at dawn. She really didn’t dare to lie in the same bed with Zhang Xinrou anymore. In the middle of the night, she had been groping all over her.
Of course, that wasn’t the most critical issue. The most critical issue was…
She actually… felt that this feeling was quite good!
This was not good news. Why would she have such a feeling? To be touched by her former self, that body that belonged to her, and to feel pleasure…
Did she have a problem with her brain?
With all sorts of doubts, Ji Chengyun couldn’t sleep well and had to get up early to prepare breakfast for her dating parents.
What? You say why her parents were dating?
Because they hadn’t registered their marriage yet. Her own father and mother had not yet reached the legal age for marriage…
………
In the kitchen…
Just as Ji Chengyun finished frying the last pancake, a pair of large hands hugged her from behind, shocking Ji Chengyun.
“What are you doing? I’m cooking.”
“Nothing. I just wanted to hug you.” Zhang Xinrou enjoyed this feeling. Being able to hug her lover with ease, what a beautiful thing!
“Chengyun, it’s almost time to go to work, isn’t it?”
Ji Chengyun nodded: “I’ll tell you how to do it when we get to the company. Help me sort out the work identity first, understand?”
“OK~~”
Seeing Zhang Xinrou so confident, Ji Chengyun was relieved. As long as the work issues were sorted out, everything else could be resolved.
……….
After breakfast, Ji Chengyun and Zhang Xinrou set off directly. They also handled a special matter on the way!
Handling of the entry procedures did not encounter any special circumstances. Everything was developing in a good direction.
However…
An unexpected person suddenly appeared in the office. The moment she saw Ji Chengyun, she showed a hostile expression.
Ji Chengyun also frowned unconsciously.
The person in front of her was none other than Liu Lingmin, whom Ji Chengyun had taught a lesson to before.
Liu Lingmin first glared at Ji Chengyun, then cheerfully placed all the necessary work materials neatly on the desk.
She even tidied up the desk. It was clear that she was working very hard.
Even Zhang Xinrou couldn’t help but want to praise her.
“Thank you. I was just wondering how to clean the dust off this table,” Zhang Xinrou, not knowing Liu Lingmin, thought she was a good employee upon seeing her diligence.
Liu Lingmin’s face turned red upon hearing Zhang Xinrou’s praise: “Oh, Manager, you’re kidding. This is what I should do.” She then leaned towards Zhang Xinrou.
This startled Ji Chengyun quite a bit. She quickly stepped forward, grabbed her hand, and threw her aside.
“What are you doing? The manager fancies me. Where did you, a woman, come from?” Liu Lingmin retorted unceremoniously.
Ji Chengyun: ……..
“I’m his wife… his wife. Who do you think I am!” Ji Chengyun puffed out her chest and said righteously.
“What? That’s impossible!”
Ji Chengyun chuckled, then took out a small object from her pocket and showed it to Liu Lingmin.
Liu Lingmin looked closely and showed an incredulous expression.
“This isn’t real!!!”
“This is impossible! Wuwuwu…….”
