Chapter 4, I do not love you, I will marry you first

If you have a stable partner, then your mother won't pressure you to go on blind dates anymore, right? Huangfu Hao's voice was calm and unhurried, his gaze casually sweeping over her

Although Mother Sang harbored a strong desire for her daughter Sang Youyou to marry, Sang Youyou knew that if she were to tell her mother that she had entered into a flash marriage with Huangfu Hao, her mother would certainly be unable to accept it

However, on the other hand, if Huangfu Hao were the kind of minor role that could be hired with money, Sang Youyou would certainly feel justified in spending money to hire him

Qu Feifei could not help but jump out: "Huangfu Hao, what are you joking about? You have only known this woman for a few days, and you are already getting married?"

Sang Youyou, feeling furious, turned her face away and glared out of the car window, unwilling to speak to Huangfu Hao any further

"I am jealous? Are you mistaken!" Sang Youyou rolled her eyes in annoyance and couldn't help but mutter, "I actually think Qu Feifei is quite beautiful. If she really marries you, wouldn't she just be a flower placed in cow dung!"

Sang Youyou pretended to be clueless: "Mom, what is going on?"

Huangfu Hao was taken aback again, looking at Sang Youyou: "Are you in a hurry?"

I... I... Sang Youyou was truly infuriated, her delicate face suddenly flushed red. However, overwhelmed by anger, she momentarily could not find the appropriate words to speak, leaving her at a loss.

The young lady gazed at Sang Youyou thoughtfully for a few moments, noticing that her attire was quite ordinary, and couldn't help but smile, choosing not to say more

"Qu Feifei, I do not wish to make things too difficult for you. I hope you possess a bit of self-awareness. Get lost!" Huangfu Hao spoke each word coldly, without a trace of emotion.

Mother Sang looked at Sang Youyou with doubt and asked, "When will he return from his business trip?"

Sang Youyou sighed inwardly: Alas, one cannot lie as a person; having told one lie, one must inevitably use N lies to cover it up, which is truly exhausting, as it requires considering the rationality to avoid being unable to cover it up and thus revealing the truth directly

Huangfu Hao casually nodded and explained to Nangong Lin: "Originally, I had no intention of getting married, but my mother is pushing me so hard, and Qu Feifei is also clinging to me. Next time, if the two of them join forces against me, I will be finished! Rather than being passive, I might as well take the initiative and get married first." At this point, Huangfu Hao nonchalantly added, "After all, a marriage by agreement is better than a forced marriage!" At least, the partner in a marriage by agreement is someone he can choose himself.

After all, what Mama Sang wants is a son-in-law. Sang Youyou cannot just ask Huangfu Hao to make a guest appearance once, can she? Huangfu Hao is not the kind of character that can be easily hired with money.

"What the hell, why didn't you answer the phone when I called you just now?" Mother Sang scolded without hesitation, then quickly got to the point, "What time are you and Huangfu Hao coming home?"

Sang Youyou looked at Huangfu Hao and nodded, finally speaking up to protest, "Hey—what do you two mean by this? I have no intention of agreeing to a marriage contract with you!"

Sang Youyou was well aware of her mother's temperament. If she dared not to answer, it was likely that her mother would not let it go easily. Steadying her mind and taking a deep breath, she still answered the phone in a flattering tone: "Hello, Mom!"

Sang Youyou bit her lip, nodded, and then looked at Huangfu Hao: "Then I can't just marry myself off because I'm afraid of my mother arranging a blind date for me, can I"

"You ... ... you ... ..." Qu Feifei was so angry that her whole body trembled. It was evident that she had not anticipated that Huangfu Hao would speak so ruthlessly about her in front of Dongfang Mei.

Sang Youyou was not shy and shook hands with Huangfu Hao, saying: "So when shall we go to get the marriage certificate?"

Having witnessed Sang Mama's antics of crying, throwing a tantrum, and threatening to hang herself, Sang Youyou has truly come to fear Sang Mama

Sang Youyou hurriedly swallowed the words she wanted to explain, biting her lip, nodded slightly, and looked at Huangfu Hao with a pitiful gaze, cautiously asking: "So, are you going or not?"

Just out of the hospital, with her arm still bandaged, Mama Sang insisted that Sang Youyou invite Huangfu Hao to their home as a guest, assigning Sang Youyou a firm task to ensure the invitation was extended, and she would personally cook and serve him.

Indeed, selling oneself and still having to help me count the money is truly not easy. Huangfu Hao continued in a serious tone, "Sang Youyou, I would like to remind you as a friend, in the future, do not use your own taste as a standard. If I am cow dung, then you are the one who has married down to cow dung."

Alright! So be it!" Huangfu Hao curled his lips, feeling somewhat speechless towards Sang Youyou

Sang Youyou cast a sympathetic glance at her, then lowered her head obediently. In such a situation, she, like Nangong Lin, preferred to serve as a mere decoration, lest the exasperated Qu Feifei use her as a scapegoat to vent her frustrations

"Enough, both of you, be quiet!" Huangfu Hao, seeing the tension between Sang Youyou and Nangong Lin, hurriedly stepped in to mediate, "As I have said, this is a marriage of convenience. These issues should be included in our agreement for discussion. If there are no objections, both parties can sign, and we will proceed according to the contract, won't that work?"

Nangong Lin gave Sang Youyou a friendly smile and walked out with a light step, leaving Sang Youyou no choice but to brace herself and quicken her pace to follow.

"But who are you marrying?" Nangong Lin asked Huangfu Hao, his eyes involuntarily glancing towards Sang Youyou. "Are you sure she agrees?"

Huangfu Hao looked at Sang Youyou, whose face was serious and whose words were righteous, and slightly raised his beautiful chin: "Miss Sang, you are being pressured by your mother to go on blind dates continuously, aren't you?"

"What do I gain from this? What have I done to deserve this?" Sang Youyou glared at Nangong Lin with dissatisfaction. No matter how she put it, she was still a young woman from a respectable family. In the future, if she encountered an open-minded husband, that would be one thing; but if he were not open-minded, what good would it do if Huangfu Hao helped explain? The household registration would clearly and unmistakably state the two words 'divorced'.

Sang Youyou knows that although Sang's mother appears to be lively and carefree, often acting in a hasty and unconcerned manner, she is quite perceptive and quick-witted at critical moments, easily picking up on subtle clues and details.

"Well, I happened to pass by today, so I came to see you." Sang Youyou mustered her courage and spoke these words clearly, word by word. After carefully observing Huangfu Hao's expression, which seemed to meet his approval, she couldn't help but breathe a sigh of relief.

A divorced woman, still a young unmarried lady, is even more perplexing to people

Huangfu Hao cast a glance at the defeated Sang Youyou, and the corners of his mouth involuntarily curled up slightly, smiling with an enchanting charm

You! Sang Youyou was almost so angry that her nose became crooked. What kind of person is this! If it weren't for his pretty young boyish face, Sang Youyou would really want to slap him twice on the face. If she didn't make him search the ground for his teeth, he wouldn't understand why the flowers are so red!

"No!" Sang Youyou, quick-witted, grabbed Nangong Lin's clothes, only to be met with his disdainful glare, causing her to awkwardly retract her hand. She then looked at Huangfu Hao and said, "I am truly unable to enter into a marriage contract with you!"

As Nangong Lin stepped out of Huangfu Hao's office, she glanced at Sang Youyou, who was anxiously pacing back and forth. The corners of her beautiful lips gently curled into an elegant smile, yet her tone carried a hint of sarcasm as she said, "Sang Youyou, you've been lingering here for quite a while, what are you still doing here?"

"The household registration book?" Sang Youyou was a bit taken aback, blinking her dark eyes as she looked at Huangfu Hao

Huangfu Hao took the marriage certificate, casually pulled out two red envelopes from his pocket, handed them to her, and said with a beaming smile: "Thank you." He then turned to leave, holding the curious Sang Youyou, who was examining the marriage certificate beside him.

"Sang Youyou, you are taking advantage of the situation while pretending to be innocent!" Nangong Lin huffed discontentedly from the side

I... ..." Qu Feifei was so enraged by these two sentences from Huangfu Hao that her whole body trembled

Sang Youyou looked at her with a sense of pity, and couldn't help but glance at Huangfu Hao, only to find his expression calm and indifferent, as if he had long been accustomed to Qu Feifei's appearance.

Huangfu Hao looked at Sang Youyou with a hint of surprise, noticing that she did not seem to be joking. He couldn't help but nod and said: "Yes, if you find someone you truly wish to marry in the future, we can get a divorce immediately, and I will provide you with a substantial alimony."

Sang Youyou glanced quietly at Huangfu Hao, bit her lip, hesitated for a moment, and could not help but ask curiously: "Huangfu Hao, may I ask you a question?"

Mother Sang looked at Sang Youyou with confusion, noticing her distracted expression, and couldn't help but sigh: "Youyou, you are lying."

Huangfu Hao slightly raised his elegant brows and looked at Nangong Lin, casually responding, "What if we really get a marriage certificate?"

Sang Youyou knew that Huangfu Hao was deliberately trying to undermine her, which made her grind her teeth in anger, yet she felt helpless. Alas, it was not that she was incapable of debating, but rather that her opponent was truly shamelessly formidable. Sang Youyou and Huangfu Hao were not on the same level, so losing the battle could be considered understandable

On Qu Feifei's delicate face, traces of aggrieved tears were evident. Biting her lip, she shot a resentful glare at Sang Youyou, and then, reluctantly and unwillingly, she stepped in her high heels, following Dongfang Mei's lead, and left in a huff.

"You, you..." Qu Feifei was so exasperated that she rolled her eyes, pointing at Huangfu Hao, and tremblingly uttered a few words, "You, you..."

Why do you not want to marry Qu Feifei

Huangfu Hao saw Sang Youyou, and a hint of surprise flashed across his face. He quickly broke into a gentle smile, stood up, and walked towards her, joyfully asking, "Youyou, what brings you here?"

Then why doesn't he come to see me at all? Mother Sang's tone was filled with confusion. After all, she had fallen ill in the hospital, and Huangfu Hao should have come to visit her. Even if he couldn't come in person, he should at least have called to offer some words of comfort!

Sang Youyou looked at Nangong Lin. Although his handsome face bore a hint of aloofness and his tone was somewhat stiff, he still exuded a warmth akin to that of a friendly neighbor's younger brother. Unable to help herself, she squeezed out a bright smile and explained somewhat awkwardly, "Well, yes, I just passed by and thought of Huangfu Hao working here, so I wanted to come and take a look..."

Of course not! Nan Gonglin interjected, "Ahao doesn't have much time to waste with your nonsense!"

I am not speaking nonsense, I can feel it!" Mother Sang said firmly

"What is the problem?" Huangfu Hao said casually, tugging at the corner of his mouth.

Alas, how pitiful is the heart of parents everywhere

"Ahao, you are being too frivolous." After a pause, Nangong Lin spoke first, "Fortunately, Sang Youyou did not agree; otherwise, do you really want to get a marriage certificate with her!"

Sang Youyou casually shrugged her shoulders and said, "I won't transfer the call; why don't you handle it yourself?" She politely extended her hand and returned Huangfu Hao's phone to him

Dongfang Mei slightly furrowed her delicate brows as she looked at Qu Feifei, who was quietly sobbing beside her. She couldn't help but cast a glance at the indifferent Huangfu Hao, then discreetly glanced at the obedient and demure Sang Youyou. After that, she cleared her throat and let out a soft sigh: "Ah Hao, are you serious?"

If Huangfu Hao is a cunning and deceptive big-tailed wolf, then Nangong Lin is a wolf in sheep's clothing. However, at the core, both are insidious, treacherous, and scheming wolves

"If I were not forced into a corner, do you think I am the kind of person who would treat this lightly?" Huangfu Hao did not answer Sang Youyou, slightly furrowing his brow, and responded with a hint of bitter amusement.

Ah? Sang Youyou was unexpectedly called out, swallowed hard, and looked at Huangfu Hao in confusion. She heard him say with a gentle smile, neither too warm nor too cold, in a light tone: "I just told Auntie that I want to marry you"

In her presence, Huangfu Hao and Nangong Lin openly discussed their marriage agreement, which was simply too dismissive of Sang Youyou.

Nangong Lin slightly furrowed his handsome brows, unhappily shaking off Sang Youyou, and then subtly distanced himself from her: "Sang Youyou, it is inappropriate for men and women to have close contact; do not be too casual!"

Without Huangfu Hao, Sang Youyou truly cannot handle Sang Mama tonight. She can only reluctantly follow Huangfu Hao and board his "pirate ship"

Where can such a person be found

3

No! Sang Youyou nodded, as she indeed had never used this feature. Her phone, unless the signal was poor or it was out of battery, was claimed to be on 24 hours a day.

The phone rang for a long time, but Sang Youyou hesitated to answer it. The screen dimmed for less than a second before it rang again, refusing to give up.

"How did both of you arrive?" Huangfu Hao slightly raised his elegant brows, his gaze lightly sweeping over Nangong Lin, and then glancing at Sang Youyou, who was still lowering her head, before he spoke in a calm manner

Huangfu Hao politely extended his hand towards Sang Youyou and said, "Wishing us a pleasant cooperation"

Are we getting married today?" Sang Youyou ignored Nangong Lin and asked Huangfu Hao with confusion, glancing at her watch, which read 3:33.

"Well then, I will wait," Mother Sang finally felt a weight lift from her heart, letting out a slight sigh.

No. Sang Youyou hurriedly raised her hand, patiently reiterating, "Mom, I swear, I did not have a quarrel with Huangfu Hao"

Huangfu Hao looked at Qu Feifei and said: "You are willful, headstrong, unreasonable, and have the temperament of a spoiled young lady. All of that I can tolerate, but your cunning, malice, and ruthlessness make me feel that being with a woman like you is worse than death!"

Hmm? Sang Youyou quickly turned around, "Mom, what happened to you?"

Sang Youyou's words took Huangfu Hao by surprise. He had anticipated that Sang Youyou might struggle to deal with Sang Mama and might come to him again to change her mind and agree to the contractual marriage. However, he never expected that Sang Youyou would come to a decision so quickly

Recalling that night, Sang Youyou impulsively deleted Huangfu Hao's number, and spoke so grandly and resolutely. However, it lasted no more than four days, and under the condition of agreeing to Sang Mama's request, she had no choice but to shamelessly seek out Huangfu Hao's company again

Although we have the certificate, there is a contract in place. We can list the details clearly. I believe I won't suffer too much loss, right?" Sang Youyou politely smiled at Huangfu Hao. She is the kind of person who, once she has made up her mind, will move forward courageously.

Sang Youyou did not understand Huangfu Hao's meaning: "Then what do you mean by a marriage of convenience?"

I... I am not loitering here, am I?" Sang Youyou glanced at Nangong Lin with a hint of irritation, responding with a touch of guilt, as she simply had not figured out what to do.

Have you considered it?" Nangong Lin looked at Sang Youyou with a hint of astonishment, incredulously.

I think... Sang Youyou tilted her head and pondered. In her view, marriage is a very sacred matter. Although it does not need to be overly extravagant, it is essential to invite a group of relatives and friends to gather and joyfully and lively share in the happiness.

Isn't this quite embarrassing? Sang Youyou lowered her head secretly and stuck out her tongue. It seems that Huangfu Hao truly detests Qu Feifei to the utmost. What exactly did Qu Feifei do to evoke such hatred from him? Sang Youyou couldn't help but speculate with a hint of gossip in her heart.

Sang Youyou walked out of Huangfu Hao's office, and before she could take a long breath, her phone in her bag rang. She hastily reached into her bag and pulled out the phone, looking at the three large characters "Sang Mama" flashing on the screen. Her heart skipped a beat in excitement, and her hand hesitated for a moment, not daring to press the answer button.

"You weren't just joking, were you?" In Sang Youyou's mind, there was a loud "buzz" as if it had exploded. Before she could even speak, Nangong Lin immediately asked Huangfu Hao in a flustered tone.

Huangfu Hao's lips curled into a smile: "This certainly makes things easier." He then drove without glancing aside.

"The length of time we have known each other is not important; what matters is that I am certain she is the person I want to marry." Huangfu Hao said calmly, glancing at Qu Feifei, "You and I have known each other for a long time, but I do not want to marry you. I simply do not want to marry you, even if you were to offer yourself to me, I still do not want to marry you"

"Whether you love me or not is your business. In any case, no matter what, I will never be with you," Huangfu Hao said with a tone of impatient determination, turning his face to look at Dongfang Mei. "Auntie, today I will speak frankly. No matter who tries to mediate, it is impossible for me to be with Qu Feifei. If my mother pressures me again, I will abandon the company and run away from home!"

Sang Youyou bit her lip, unsure of what to say. In her heart, due to her straightforward nature, she actually wanted to agree to a contractual marriage with Huangfu Hao, as it was the simplest way to resolve the predicament she was forced into. However, rationally, she found it utterly childish, considering that she had only met Huangfu Hao a few times. Marrying such a stranger and obtaining a marriage certificate felt like a dream.

Sang Youyou was taken aback, her eyes wide open

Is it Qu Feifei's mother or Huangfu Hao's mother? Regardless of who it is, being an elder makes it difficult to handle

Sang Youyou put her phone back in her bag, biting her lip, her previously wavering mindset now filled with even more hesitation. She knew that if she wanted Huangfu Hao's help, they would have to help each other, and Huangfu Hao's demands were high—he wanted a fake marriage with a real marriage certificate. Although Sang Youyou felt a bit out of her depth, in her concept, matters of marriage were... truly not something to be taken lightly; rationally, she could never accept it.

Nangong Lin's beautiful black eyes flickered subtly without making a sound

Sang Youyou's mind turned a bit more, disliking women, which is to say, simply not liking women. Could it be that Huangfu Hao does not like women?

Sang Youyou's head began to ache; everything related to Huangfu Hao was mere fabrication. Deep down, she had no confidence at all and did not know whether Huangfu Hao was still willing to perform another act with her

Sang Youyou stared wide-eyed at Mama Sang and said, "I did not lie!"

Huangfu Hao and Nangong Lin exchanged a few glances, tacitly looking towards the door that Sang Youyou had slammed shut, each lost in their own thoughts

She will agree. " Huangfu Hao said with a light laugh, his handsome face radiating confidence.

Sang Youyou nodded slightly, responding with a sense of tension in her heart: "Sang of Sang Youyou, Youyou of Sang Youyou. Sang Youyou's Sang Youyou."

"Hmm, I trust you!" Sang Youyou replied casually

"Alright, in a little while, make sure to buy more of your signature dishes, and perform well tonight!" Mother Sang finally softened her tone, reminding before hanging up the phone

"Who says I only take advantage and never suffer losses?" Upon hearing this, Sang Youyou felt a bit displeased, "After all, I am a woman. What if, after marriage, you take advantage of me?"

In Sang Youyou's mind, she envisioned N possibilities, and the courage she had mustered was utterly diminished in the magnificent hall of E - H...

Sang Youyou is filled with regret, regretting so deeply that her insides feel twisted. Had she known earlier, she would not have deleted Huangfu Hao's number in a fit of anger. At the very least, she could have sent a message or made a call to gauge Huangfu Hao's stance before asking him for help

Huangfu Hao, say it to me again! Huangfu's mother was furious, gritting her teeth

Sang Youyou was finally infuriated and said without thinking: "You are the one who is trying to seduce him, your whole family is trying to seduce him!"

I... I..." Qu Feifei said with a tone of grievance, repeating the word "I" twice, yet she did not know what to say next, choking back tears as she began to cry...

Sang Youyou looked at Huangfu Hao's serious demeanor and couldn't help but nod. When she blurted out "Okay," she realized that she had been subtly shifted by Huangfu Hao from opposing the arranged marriage to discussing the details of the contract agreement.

Nangong Lin glanced indifferently at the rising floors, half of the time had already passed, and could not help but say, "Sang Youyou, I also dislike Qu Feifei very much, so later, you must not give us any face!"

"Yoyo, I am sorry for what your mother has done to you!" After a long pause, Mother Sang finally spoke in a low and sorrowful voice. Mother Sang believed that Huangfu Hao would look down upon them for being a single-parent family

"Yes, yes, yes, Huangfu Hao came back to see you as soon as he returned." Sang Youyou nodded eagerly, indicating the high credibility of her words

Sang Youyou shook her head and said, "I am not in a hurry; I am just afraid that you are anxious"

Sang Youyou's face suddenly turned red, and she anxiously explained: "It's my mother, she insisted that I come to invite..."

"What is it, what happened?" Huangfu Hao feigned ignorance with a gentle tone

"Aunt, look, Ah Hao just likes to use these messy women to annoy me," Qu Feifei said, pouting and pulling Aunt Huangfu Hao's hand in a huff. Then she glanced at Huangfu Hao and said with determination, "Ah Hao, no matter how bad you are to me, I love you. For this lifetime, I will marry you."

1

Mother Sang wore a stern expression, her gaze serious as she looked at Sang Youyou: "Tell me the truth, did you really not have a quarrel with him?"

Sang Youyou could only respond to her in a more resolute tone: "Mom, your feelings are mistaken. I haven't quarreled with Huangfu Hao; we are doing well. It's just that he is really on a business trip out of town." After saying this, she glanced down at Sang Mama and decided to take the plunge, "However, he will be back in a couple of days. I have asked him to come back and see you as soon as possible. You can rest assured, right?"

"You need to get it straight, am I the one trying to climb up?" Sang Youyou couldn't help but roll her eyes and self-mockingly said, "I must have lost my mind to be here chatting with you all!" After saying this, Sang Youyou angrily turned to leave. Just as her hand was about to push the door open, Huangfu Hao's calm voice once again, unhurriedly, reached Sang Youyou's ears: "Miss Sang, I hope you can seriously consider my suggestion"

"Sang Youyou!" Sang's mother called out her full name once, then with a serious expression said, "Confess, what exactly is going on between you and Huangfu Hao?"

"Can we pretend to be a couple without getting a marriage certificate?" Sang Youyou hesitated for a moment but couldn't help but speak up, "After all, if we were to get a certificate, such a decision would be too rash!"

Once, Sang Youyou had also secretly imagined that her wedding could be in the Chinese style, where she would wear an elegant red qipao or a traditional outfit, or it could be in the Western style, where she would don a floor-length wedding gown or a fitted cocktail dress

Huangfu Hao nodded knowingly and said, "You can rest assured, I will handle it well"

It seems to be within expectations, yet unexpectedly, Huangfu Hao looked at Sang Youyou and asked seriously: "Are you sure? We really have obtained the marriage certificate, this is not a joke!"

Nangong Lin's words overturned Sang Youyou's previous speculation, leaving her speechless as she glanced at him twice. This guy, with that previous statement, clearly intended to mislead Sang Youyou. It is truly unexpected that such an innocent man could be so scheming!

Generally speaking, Dongfang Mei holds considerable weight in front of Huangfu Hao; otherwise, Huangfu Hao's mother would not have implored her to act as a mediator to reconcile the two quarreling children

Under Building E - H, Sang Youyou hesitated, like an ant on a hot pan, going around in circles

4

Before getting off the car, Sang Youyou finally couldn't hold back and earnestly requested Huangfu Hao: "When you go to my house later, you must not disclose anything about our agreement to marry. Your role is solely to act as my boyfriend."

Huangfu Hao couldn't help but let out a soft chuckle, looking at Sang Youyou with a playful smile at the corners of his mouth

"What about me?" Nangong Lin replied irritably, "I even suspect that you might be tempted by Ah Hao's looks and try to seduce him!"

"Come back a little earlier then." The voice of Mother Sang was cut off after Sang Youyou closed the door.

You cannot?

Huangfu Hao looked at Sang Youyou with clear, gentle eyes, filled with affection, and spoke in a warm tone: "Youyou, come, let me introduce you. This is my aunt, Dongfang Mei." As he spoke, he led Sang Youyou to the wealthy lady sitting beside Qu Feifei, saying, "Aunt, this is my girlfriend, Sang Youyou."

Understood! Huangfu Hao interrupted Sang Youyou before she could finish explaining, waving his hand and saying, "You still want me to pretend to be your boyfriend, right?"

Huangfu Hao looked at Sang Youyou with a curious expression and asked, "What do you think?"

Sang Youyou was startled by Sang Mama's sorrowful expression, realizing that she was indulging in self-pity. She hurried over, took her hand, and gently comforted her, saying, "No, Mom, you are overthinking it!"

"Is he really coming to see me?" Mother Sang asked happily. She was not actually concerned about whether Huangfu Hao would come to see her, but rather about the interaction between Huangfu Hao and Sang Youyou. She always felt that there was something off between Sang Youyou and Huangfu Hao, and only by watching them show affection under her very nose could she, as a mother, feel at ease.

Mother Sang did not respond, feeling somewhat downcast

Nangong Lin and Sang Youyou exchanged glances, both politely refraining from speaking first. The spacious office fell into silence.

Huangfu Hao glanced at the caller ID without showing any emotion, it was his mother, and he casually pressed the answer button: "Hello, Mom!"

If it were a usual situation, Sang Youyou could use Huangfu Hao's busy work as an excuse to deflect attention. However, in a matter as significant as Sang Mama's hospitalization, if Huangfu Hao continues to remain absent, her lies would soon be exposed. Given Sang Mama's temperament, she would certainly not let this matter rest with Sang Youyou.

"Miss Sang, you need not worry; you will only benefit and never suffer a loss." Huangfu Hao's lips curled into a charming smile.

Huangfu Hao has gone on a business trip, so it is not very convenient for him to make phone calls. He has chatted with me on QQ. " Sang Youyou said in a hurry, thinking to herself that she needed to apply for a small QQ account named Huangfu Hao when she returned, just to chat with herself and ease Mama Sang's mind.

"No!" Sang Youyou shook her head without hesitation, "I will not change my mind, because I will not enter into a marriage agreement with you!" It's a joke; marriage is such a sacred matter, how could one possibly enter into a marriage agreement!

To know such an absurd marriage contract, such frivolous words, I fear that Sang Youyou's future life will be fraught with extraordinary troubles

Huangfu Hao's lips twitched slightly: "Otherwise, what do you think?"

"What is going on between you and Qu Feifei?" asked Huangfu's mother on the other end of the phone, her tone carrying the assertiveness of a parent.

Huangfu Hao and Sang Youyou began to sit upright, finalizing the details, while Nangong Lin acted as both the typist and witness. Once the two copies of the contract were printed out, both individuals signed their names in a flamboyant manner, and the contract became effective

Huangfu Hao smiled with satisfaction and said, "Nangong, please go get the computer and type up the agreement between Miss Sang and me."

Nangong Lin's clear starry eyes gazed at Sang Youyou, and in a calm voice, he said: "I thought you knew that Qu Feifei was here specifically to help Ahao."

Sang Youyou forced herself to nod and said, "There really was no argument." She was neither in a romantic relationship with Huangfu Hao nor familiar with him, so how could they possibly have a quarrel? It was simply absurd.

Huangfu Hao cast a brief glance at the boisterous Sang Youyou, subtly shook his head without a word, turned his handsome face, and focused on the road ahead while driving. However, after a short while, his phone began to ring.

However, regardless of whether it is in the Chinese style or the Western style, she never imagined that her marriage would be so hasty, and moreover, it was not even a marriage she willingly entered into

Ah? Sang Youyou was momentarily taken aback, but then a glimmer of determination flashed in her eyes. She eagerly pulled Nangong Lin and said, "Then let's hurry up and help Huangfu Hao." Her heart was instantly filled with joy; she had been too shy to invite Huangfu Hao to her home for a performance, but today, having helped him deal with Qu Feifei, Huangfu Hao now owed her a favor. This made it much easier for Sang Youyou to ask him!

Huangfu Hao's words were very clear, and even Sang Youyou, no matter how foolish, understood his meaning. She did not respond immediately, needing a little time to digest it.

"What is inappropriate?" Huangfu Hao looked at Nangong Lin with an impassive expression, "I really did get a marriage certificate with her, and my mother has nothing to say about it. No matter how thick-skinned Qu Feifei is, she cannot be the third party and interfere in my family. Moreover, the most important thing is that Sang Youyou does not like me and will not cling to me; after marriage, we will still be independent. In this way, I can get married, silence my mother, and enjoy the single life. What is wrong with that? It's simply killing multiple birds with one stone!" In this way, I can get married, silence my mother, and enjoy the single life. What is wrong with that? It's simply killing multiple birds with one stone!

Sang Youyou finished speaking in a tongue-twisting manner and, upon being stared at by three intense gazes, finally realized that she had gone off on a tangent, causing her to feel embarrassed and flush. Among those present, aside from Qu Feifei, who seemed to glare at her with fiery eyes filled with resentment, everyone else was smiling broadly.

Dazed, as she stepped out of the Civil Affairs Bureau and stood in front of Huangfu Hao's car, Sang Youyou finally exclaimed in surprise: "So, getting married is this simple!"

Alright! Sang Youyou originally wanted to ask whether the civil affairs bureau would be closed when she returned home to get her household registration book. However, seeing Huangfu Hao so decisive and resolute, she thought to herself, since she is already on this "pirate ship," she might as well go with the flow.

Nangong Lin, who had already entered and was merely serving as decoration, could not hide the amusement on his handsome face as he looked at Sang Youyou

Sang Youyou had originally turned her face to look at the scenery outside the car window, but was drawn back by Huangfu Hao's call of "Mom." She cautiously glanced at Huangfu Hao, perked up her ears, and listened nervously to the crisp questioning voice coming from the other end of the phone, speaking quickly and urgently: "Huangfu Hao, what on earth is going on with you?"

Sang Youyou and Huangfu Hao first underwent their respective medical examinations, commonly known as premarital check-ups, in sequence. After that, they took a group photo, and then paid nine yuan to receive two booklets, which they affixed their photos to. They then handed these to the lady in the working group, who methodically processed them under the machine, stamping out two steel seals, and handed one to each of Sang Youyou and Huangfu Hao, saying, "Congratulations to you both!"

The Eastern beauty wanted to laugh, but she could not, and could only force herself to hold it in. After a long while, she looked at Sang Youyou and finally said, "You are quite adorable."

Alternatively, Nan Gonglin's words require a different interpretation

Huangfu Hao, with an unchanging expression, extended his hand, gently pushing aside the finger that Qu Feifei had pointed at his handsome face, and spoke in a calm tone: "What do you mean by 'I'?" Without waiting for Qu Feifei to respond, he continued, "Has no one taught you that pointing at others with your finger is very impolite? If you don't even understand basic etiquette, how can you have the audacity to come out and embarrass yourself?"

Nangong Lin did not respond, instead staring thoughtfully at Sang Youyou's pretty face. After a while, Sang Youyou felt somewhat guilty under his gaze. She awkwardly averted her eyes and forced a smile, saying, "Nangong Lin, are you also here to find Huangfu Hao?"

Nangong Lin scoffed disdainfully, his handsome face displaying a sense of aloofness as he took the lead towards the elevator

"You haven't lingered here, have you? Then why are you still not leaving?" Nangong Lin raised an eyebrow and looked at Sang Youyou, "Since you are not considering Ah Hao's proposal, I advise you to leave while you still can, lest Ah Hao calls security to have you removed!" After all, this is the area of the president's office, and having someone like Sang Youyou loitering around is quite displeasing to Nangong Lin

Sang Youyou awkwardly pursed her lips, unsure of what to say to Huangfu Hao. Thus, she simply turned her head towards the car window, casually watching the rows of scenery swiftly retreating outside, feeling a vague and indescribable sentiment in her heart

Sang Youyou's heart was in her throat as she nervously watched Huangfu Hao, her hand subtly and silently clenched into a fist at her side, waiting for Huangfu Hao's response

"Just these few days then." Sang Youyou could not continue the conversation and could only respond in a haphazard manner

The young lady at the front desk glanced at Sang Youyou and inquired several times in a composed manner, "Miss, who are you looking for?"

Sang Youyou took a deep breath and continued to look at Huangfu Hao, explaining her purpose for coming today: "I came today to invite you to my home for dinner"

"Mom, what nonsense are you talking about?" Sang Youyou took a deep breath. She did not want to be forced by her mother into blind dates every day, nor did she want her mother to wallow in self-pity. Therefore, she could only once again raise Huangfu Hao as a shield. After this matter, she would think of a foolproof plan.

Nangong Lin blinked her beautiful black eyes, seriously digesting Huangfu Hao's words, and then nodded in agreement: "Alright, even if you have a point, Sang Youyou will not agree to marry you, so your calculations are all in vain"

Mama Sang called out behind her: "Youyou, what are you doing? You came back and then went out again?"

Sang Youyou's heart trembled slightly, biting her lip, she replied without looking back: "No need to consider it!" Then, with her head held high and chest out, she walked out of Huangfu Hao's office with pride, letting out a deep sigh.

Sang Youyou lowered her head, looking at her toes, making a great effort to ignore the hostile atmosphere, her ears keenly listening as Qu Feifei's high heels gradually faded away ...! ... Sang Youyou felt a sense of frustration in her heart and wanted to shout, Qu Feifei, please don't glare at me like that, I am just a supporting character!

Eastern beauty? Sang Youyou's forehead just lacks three black lines, and everyone in this circle has such talented names. On her pretty face, she is diligently performing, wearing a sweet and harmless smile, and shamelessly calling out to Huangfu Hao: "Aunt Dongfang, hello!"

Not much! Sang Youyou interrupted the topic, raised her hand to check the time, and said, "Oh dear, it's already 4:45. We still need to go to the market to buy groceries! Let's hurry up!"

Now it was Huangfu Hao's turn to be stunned: "I only wanted you to transfer the call, not to turn off your phone!" He merely wanted to avoid his mother Huangfu's calls, not to evade everyone!

Nangong Lin wanted to say something, but Huangfu Hao gently shook his head. He then pouted, swallowed his words, and shot a dissatisfied glare at Sang Youyou

Sang Youyou stared in surprise with her mouth agape as Huangfu Hao deftly handed her his phone, commanding, "Set up call forwarding for me."

Did you have a quarrel with Huangfu Hao

"It is a fake marriage, but a real marriage certificate!" Huangfu Hao responded, looking at Sang Youyou, "You do not want to get married, but to deal with your mother, you need a boyfriend, and I do not want to get married either, but I need a wife to handle my mother! Therefore, we can make a contract, just discreetly obtain the marriage certificate, and after marriage, we will still live independently. Of course, when you meet someone you truly want to marry, we will divorce immediately, and I will help you explain clearly to your future partner. Lastly, I will provide you with a generous dowry!"

After a moment, Nangong Lin said in a neither cold nor warm tone: "Sang Youyou, Ahao dislikes women"

Huangfu Hao is increasingly difficult to invite, yet Sang Youyou must muster the courage to extend the invitation

At a quarter past 4, I arrived at the Civil Affairs Bureau. Since it was the afternoon and close to the end of the workday, there were not many people, and there was no need to queue or wait for anything

"I can't do it, can you really not?" Mother Sang shot a glance at Sang Youyou, "Your culinary skills are truly passed down from me, they are precious. If you are unwilling to cook, it is rare for you to prepare a meal for your future husband, it won't be a hardship for you!"

Sang Youyou was momentarily taken aback, and then realized that she had been too affectionate and proactive, quickly apologizing, "I’m sorry, I didn’t mean to..." Looking at his handsome male face, Sang Youyou felt as if she were treating a younger brother, unable to resist the urge to get closer.

Next, Sang Youyou took two days off to take care of her mother in the hospital. In her mother's words, out of every three sentences, two were about Huangfu Hao, and the intensity of that longing made Sang Youyou, her biological daughter, feel quite jealous

"That's fine, let's discuss the details further, and just get the contract drafted," Sang Youyou said, feigning ease as she looked at Huangfu Hao.

Ah? Sang Youyou was at a loss for words. Sang Mama was still concerned about this matter, and she couldn't help but offer an awkward smile. "Mom, you are injured and can't even cook, so how can you invite someone over for dinner?"

After contemplating several times, I decided to let it go. I took a step forward, intending to walk out, but the image of Mother Sang's sorrowful face flashed in my mind, and Sang Youyou's footsteps came to a sudden halt. No, I cannot fail to invite Huangfu Hao; I simply cannot deliver on this task!

Ah? Sang Youyou was somewhat taken aback and hurriedly denied, "No."

Huangfu Hao nodded without changing his expression and said, "I will handle everything at my mother's place, the Qu family, so please take her away for me." Huangfu Hao pointed at Qu Feifei with his hand, then coldly added, "Next time, do not come here to seek humiliation again, I will have the security escort you out directly"

5

Huangfu Hao slightly raised his elegantly arched eyebrows, glanced at Nangong Lin, and then discreetly looked at Sang Youyou. After a moment of contemplation, he hesitantly spoke: "Sang Youyou, just now, you heard what I said, right?"

"Who says I am not considering it?" Upon hearing Nangong Lin mention that Huangfu Hao would ask the security to drive her away, Sang Youyou could not help but recall the last time Qu Feifei was awkwardly taken away. No, she could not be taken away in such a humiliating manner; it would be better to dig a hole and bury her alive instead!

I am not prepared to truly marry you!" Huangfu Hao shrugged nonchalantly

Sang Youyou rolled her eyes and calmly lied, saying: "Mom, didn't I tell you before that Huangfu Hao has been very busy lately? So, he probably hasn't had the time to see you!" As she spoke the last part, her voice grew increasingly small and filled with guilt.

Ah! Sang Youyou responded, "Just a moment!" Sang Youyou dared not say that she had not arranged to meet Huangfu Hao, nor could she admit that she was merely acting with Huangfu Hao, who had stopped performing! Otherwise, tonight, Mama Sang would definitely not let her off the hook

Dealing with Qu Feifei is not a big issue, but who is that lady

Sang Youyou was a bit taken aback, wondering how it had come to be about her. She then recalled that she and Huangfu Hao were already legally married, and couldn't help but respond awkwardly: "What are you so proud of? I'm just being forced into this situation!"

However, now that she no longer has the phone number, Sang Youyou has no choice but to go directly to the company. What if Huangfu Hao is unwilling to help? What if Huangfu Hao thinks that Sang Youyou is a helper for Leng Nuanqing and wants to take on sales duties, but refuses to see her? What if Huangfu Hao, being a person of importance, is too busy and forgets about her? Will Sang Youyou end up being escorted out by security like his girlfriend?

Huangfu Hao nodded seriously and said in a cheerful tone: "Yes, let's settle this quickly!"

The elegant beauty of the East carefully scrutinized Sang Youyou from head to toe before slowly speaking: "Are you Sang Youyou?"

I..." Sang Youyou glanced at Nangong Lin, quickly turning her pretty face away, staring at Huangfu Hao, and mustering her courage said, "I’m sorry, I know I’m being a bit abrupt, but this time, I really need your help! I promise, after this, I won’t disturb you easily again." After this time, Sang Youyou would find another excuse, for example, that Huangfu Hao had gone abroad, or... In short, she would take it one step at a time. However, this time, it really had to be Huangfu Hao making an appearance! Sang Youyou would find another excuse, for example, that Huangfu Hao had gone abroad, or... In short, she would take it one step at a time. However, this time, it really had to be Huangfu Hao making an appearance!

Sang Youyou was completely speechless, rolling her eyes as she watched the red floor numbers jump up one by one, feeling a deep sympathy for that Qu Feifei

Miss Sang, perhaps you could consider it" Huangfu Hao said gently as he noticed Sang Youyou's hesitation

Having obtained the marriage certificate, they are legally recognized as a couple, and both parties have specified rights and obligations. Sang Youyou does not wish to have any physical contact with Huangfu Hao; in marital life and intimate relationships, such obligations cannot be fulfilled, which could lead to legal violations. Sang Youyou certainly does not want to test the law with her own body

Sang Youyou replied without changing her expression: "I will change my clothes and go to the market with Huangfu Hao to buy groceries. You stay at home and wait, I will be back shortly."

Under the intense gaze of Nangong Lin, Sang Youyou could only grit her teeth and nod: "I have thought it over and I agree!" Then, ignoring Nangong Lin's astonished mouth that seemed capable of holding an egg, she abruptly turned and walked quickly towards the office of Huangfu Hao, pushing open the door and declaring decisively: "I have agreed!"

Nangong Lin watched as Sang Youyou's dark, glistening eyes quickly darted around, and couldn't help but slightly tug at her alluring lips, casually remarking: "Ahao dislikes women like Qu Feifei."

"The household registration book is in my hands, and my mother does not know about it," Sang Youyou said honestly to Huangfu Hao

Although Huangfu Hao spoke lightly and casually, the unmistakable look of disappointment on his face quietly cast a stone into Sang Youyou's heart, creating ripples of emotion. At this moment, Sang Youyou, who sought something from Huangfu Hao, was internally tormented by a profound sense of contradiction.

Nangong Lin simply nodded gently, took a few steps to stand in front of Sang Youyou, and asked directly: "Are you here to find Ahao?"

Huangfu Hao did not respond, merely curling his lips in a smile that was neither here nor there, subtly raising his elegantly arched eyebrows.

The daughter Sang Youyou, who is right before me, is not desired; instead, I am inexplicably thinking of that irrelevant son-in-law Huangfu Hao

"Really not?" Mother Sang stared at Sang Youyou with a hint of disbelief

Sang Youyou awkwardly deflected the question, saying: "I am not looking for anyone, I am waiting for my friend to finish work"

Nangong Lin curled her lips and said, "Being able to associate with Ahao is a fortune you have accumulated over several lifetimes; do not be ungrateful!"

There is no reason, I just don't want to!" Huangfu Hao said casually, turning his face to look at Sang Youyou, with a smile that was not quite a smile: "Are you jealous, perhaps?"

Nangong Lin quickly interjected, "Is it possible for Ah Hao to come to your house for dinner?" Then, straightforwardly asked, "When did the two of you become so close?"

Huangfu Hao looked at Nangong Lin, who had come and gone, and commanded: "Nangong, go get the computer, we need to draft the contract"

Sang Youyou took Huangfu Hao's phone, paused for two seconds, and then, just as he was about to speak impatiently, she decisively pressed the power button to turn it off

Miss Sang, I believe you will change your mind". Huangfu Hao spoke with a mild smile at the corners of his mouth, looking at Sang Youyou, using the polite form of address "Miss Sang" instead of "Youyou" or just "You.

"With your looks?" Nangong Lin interjected once again, snorting through his nose, his handsome face openly displaying disdain, "Ah Hao's taste isn't that poor yet, to take advantage of you!"

Sang Youyou is, after all, the person involved

"Is Huangfu Hao really that busy?" Mother Sang said with a furrowed brow, somewhat incredulously, "So busy that he doesn't even have time for a phone call or a message?"

The elevator made a "ding" sound, stopped, and the doors opened

Sang Youyou looked up at Nangong Lin in confusion, not quite understanding the meaning behind his words. Does Huangfu Hao dislike women? However, Sang Youyou did not feel that he particularly disliked her! Could it be that in Huangfu Hao's eyes, Sang Youyou is not considered a woman?

Oh! Huangfu Hao replied lightly, then continued, "It's nothing much, I just want to annul the engagement with her"

Mother Sang reluctantly believed: "Does Huangfu Hao look down on our family?" Mother Sang asked with a hint of sadness, her face bearing an indescribable sense of loss

It seems that Huangfu Hao had made some introductions, or perhaps Nan Gonglin's handsome face carried enough weight, as this time, Sang Youyou was not subjected to the deliberate difficulties posed by the president's assistant. Nan Gonglin lightly tapped on the door before opening it and walked straight in

What are you talking about?" Nangong Lin said disdainfully

Seeing Sang Youyou's trusting expression, Huangfu Hao was slightly moved. This girl, indeed, has had little experience; she trusts people so easily. However, given Sang Youyou's trust in him, Huangfu Hao could not afford to let the situation go awry.

Huangfu Hao's handsome brows slightly furrowed, and his gaze burned as he looked at Sang Youyou: "If you really do not agree, then it is fine, I will not force you, I will think of other ways."

Because she had just started her internship, when she joined the company, the human resources department needed to transfer the household registration data. Therefore, after handing over the household registration book to Sang Youyou, Sang Mama did not ask for it back. Sang Youyou swaggered home, openly took the household registration book from her drawer in her room, and was ready to go out

"Mom, can we discuss this later?" Upon hearing this, Sang Youyou felt even less inclined, as not only did she have to invite Huangfu Hao to their home for dinner, but she also had to cook herself.

"You really understand me; I am indeed in a hurry," Huangfu Hao said, a charming smile playing at the corners of his mouth. "So, are you able to conveniently go home now to get the household registration book?"

Therefore, Qu Feifei busily bit her lip, presenting a pitiful appearance, with her two eyes brimming with glistening, sparkling tears, ready at any moment to let them fall like rain

The receptionist, seeing him, was probably familiar with him as well, and quickly put on a sweet smile, greeting him: "Young Master Nangong, you have arrived?"

2

When he returns, please invite him to come home for dinner

Dongfang Mei calmly reached out and patted her, signaling her to remain composed

Nangong Lin looked at the spirited Huangfu Hao and gently tugged at the corner of his mouth, a glimmer of all his thoughts flashing through his dark, profound eyes

Sang Youyou? A cold and distant voice floated into Sang Youyou's ears, carrying a sense of hesitation.

As Qu Feifei was about to speak, Dongfang Mei stood up, gently pulled her, and then looked at Huangfu Hao with a soft gaze, slightly curling her lips: "Since you have made your decision, then I shall not say much more, Auntie. " Turning her face to Qu Feifei, she said, "Feifei, come with me..."

The atmosphere in the cramped elevator is somewhat eerie and silent

On the third day, after Leng Nuanqing visited Mama Sang with a fruit basket, Mama Sang looked at Sang Youyou, who was tidying up, and finally couldn't help but say, "Youyou, I want to ask you something."

Nangong Lin was somewhat at a loss for words by Huangfu Hao's rhetorical question, and then awkwardly replied, "In any case, I feel that it is inappropriate"

Huangfu Hao watched Sang Youyou get into the car and casually asked, "Did your mother not ask why you need your household registration book?"

Although Huangfu Hao's words were very tempting, Sang Youyou, who was inherently somewhat rigid and stubborn, still could not accept such a frivolous contract

I will never marry her, Mom. Can you please stop meddling in my life?" Huangfu Hao's attitude was resolute, and his tone left no room for negotiation. In the end, he added to his mother, "I am already married. If Qu Feifei continues to cause trouble for me, she will be the third party destroying my marriage and family. If pushed too far, I will expose this to the media!" After saying this, without waiting for his mother's response, he politely added, "I'm going to my mother-in-law's house for dinner, bye!" and abruptly hung up the phone.

Sang Youyou took a deep breath, still mustering her courage, and followed him into the president's exclusive elevator

"Fool, you need to take the household registration book to obtain a marriage certificate." Nangong Lin looked at Sang Youyou, who was foolishly staring at Huangfu Hao, and disdainfully scoffed, "You can't possibly lack such common knowledge, can you?"

Sang Youyou looked at Huangfu Hao in confusion and honestly replied, "So what if it is?"

You!" Qu Feifei was so infuriated by Huangfu Hao's blunt words that she ground her teeth, "Huangfu Hao, what exactly is wrong with me that I do not catch your eye?"

Sang Youyou hurriedly pushed the door open and walked in, seeing Huangfu Hao sitting expressionlessly at the desk. She then discreetly glanced at Qu Feifei, who was seated on the sofa, as well as the elegant wealthy lady in her forties beside her, and a slight tingling sensation crept over her scalp.

Huangfu Hao sat down next to Sang Youyou, naturally holding her hand, in front of Dongfang Mei: "Aunt, my engagement with Qu Feifei has been canceled, and it is not out of caprice or a tantrum." Huangfu Hao cast a serious glance at Sang Youyou, then looked at Dongfang Mei and said, "I want to marry Sang Youyou."

Sang Youyou hurriedly turned around and was surprised to see Nangong Lin walking in from outside. He was dressed in a simple white casual outfit, wearing a baseball cap and sporting sneakers. Judging by his appearance, he must have just come back from playing basketball

Is that so? Huangfu Hao turned his handsome face slightly and cast a faint glance at Sang Youyou, saying, "What you mean is, if you marry me, it wouldn't be like flowers growing in cow dung?"