Xu Zeqing had long anticipated that the Chu Family would not skimp on the wedding gifts for the Xu Family.

After all, the Chu Family is the most prestigious family in Yujiang City, and they need to make a grand display for everyone to see.

Yet, Xu Zeqing hadn’t expected the wedding gifts from the Chu Family to be this generous.

A hundred million, plus a five percent stake in Mingzhu Mall, truly amounted to a sky-high price.

Xu Zeqing’s heart pounded like thunder, and he did his best to keep his emotions in check, striving to maintain an air of calmness.

However, he was still a modest man, and faced with the offer from the Chu Family, he couldn’t remain unperturbed.

"Chairman Chu, Mrs. Chu, for the two of you to accept Ming Yue and be willing to bless these two children’s marriage, I am deeply grateful. As for this wedding gift, it is excessively generous."

With great resolve, Xu Zeqing managed to loosen his grip and set the list of wedding gifts down on the table.

He pushed the list toward Chairman Chu and sincerely said, "Our Xu Family’s recent trials—I’m sure Chairman Chu and Mrs. Chu have heard about them. We are an ordinary family, and likely cannot afford an extravagant dowry."

"Chairman Chu, regarding the shares in Mingzhu Mall, I think it best to leave it be."

Chairman Chu had a sharp and discerning eye; he could see that Xu Zeqing genuinely couldn’t bring himself to accept such generous gifts, it wasn’t just charades.

"Heh." Chairman Chu returned the list to Xu Zeqing and said, "Since Ming Yue is the girl Zimu is fond of, regardless of the Xu Family’s background, our Chu Family will never shortchange our own. Brother Xu, this gift represents the sincerity of the Chu Family."

"Jing Qiu has raised an outstanding daughter with much effort. For our family to wed a girl like her is a blessing for Zimu. We understand the hardship of parents raising children—this hundred million is our respect to you both."

"Regarding the gift of shares in Mingzhu Mall to Ming Yue, it is meant to give her sufficient security. As she is a daughter-in-law candidate recognized by our Chu Family, emotionally and logically, she deserves such affection and care."

Upon hearing these words from Chairman Chu, You Mingyue was profoundly moved.

It turned out that being accepted by the Chu Family was such a blissful affair.

At this moment, You Mingyue was immensely grateful she did not give up halfway while learning the piano.

Indeed, a woman must possess talent to earn recognition and respect from others.

With Chairman Chu stating such clear intentions, if Xu Zeqing continued to refuse, it would appear petty. He smiled and said, "Since Chairman Chu has put it this way, we shall accept this gift."

Upon hearing this, Chairman Chu nodded, "Later, I will have the legal department draft a share transfer agreement, and we will choose a day to hold an engagement ceremony for the two children. The gifts will also be delivered on the day of the engagement banquet."

"Great!"

You Mingyue whispered into Chu Zimu’s ear, "Brother Chu, these gifts are truly too much, it feels a little overwhelming." You Mingyue felt somewhat burdened.

Under the table, Chu Zimu held You Mingyue’s soft hand, gently playing with it, and said with deep affection, "I promised, you will be the most dazzling princess in Yujiang City. How could the standards for marrying my princess be lacking?"

You Mingyue was moved to tears on the spot.

Seeing the tears glistening in You Mingyue’s eyes, Chu Zimu felt a surge of compassion.

The atmosphere in the private room was harmonious; Chairman Chu and Xu Zeqing were getting along like brothers. Mrs. Chu huddled together with You Jingqiu, whispering softly, even inviting her for shopping and card games.

You Mingyue and Chu Zimu were also exchanging whispered sweet nothings.

Only You Jiaoyang sat quietly, sipping his wine alone.

He swirled the glass of white wine, taking in the joyful scene, yet feeling a deep sense of unease within.

The feeling was akin to a time bomb being dropped into a pond—knowing it will explode but unsure when.

He felt uneasy because he understood that You Mingyue’s relationship with Chu Zimu was a result of her calculations.

Unfortunately, her methods were not entirely upfront.

If Chu Zimu were ever to discover the darker side of You Mingyue, who knows how things would end.

The Chu Family’s parents chose to accept You Mingyue and offered such a generous gift for primarily two reasons: they held Chu Zimu in high regard and recognized You Mingyue’s capability and character.

In their eyes, You Mingyue was the kind-hearted girl who saved an innocent child in front of Chu Zimu’s car and was a single-parent family girl who, through her own efforts, became a talented pianist—a progressive woman.