Chapter 1810: Karma, Helplessness, Introducing Him to the Parents

Speaking of Jiang Ruan about to have her break and return home, we have to mention the other side

Nanjiang University

Jiang Ruan still has her last exam today. After it ends, she’ll rest and adjust for a day, then head back to Beijing the day after tomorrow.

This exam is one she’s quite good at, so she handed in her paper early, left the exam hall, and went straight to the school’s east gate without returning to her dorm. Yan Chi was waiting for her there.

At this time, most colleges at the school had already finished exams, and many students had gone home. The College of Literature was one of the last to finish. The surroundings were empty, with hardly anyone around. Jiang Ruan saw a familiar figure and laughed, running up to him.

Yan Chi didn’t expect her to finish early; he was on a call and only looked up when he heard someone call ’senior.’

The young girl had already laughed and thrown herself into his arms.

"Why did you come out early?"

"The exam was pretty simple. The review materials you gave me covered it all. Once finished, I came out." Jiang Ruan then noticed he was on a call, "Um... want to finish your call first?"

"No worries, my brother-in-law’s call, not important."

The person on the other end of the phone suddenly felt like their heart was being pricked.

Fu Chen had never before been told his call wasn’t important in all his years. And it happened to be his wife’s brother, his brother-in-law, so he had no choice but to let it be.

"Well, finish your call, I’ll go get a drink." Jiang Ruan said and dashed into a nearby chain milk tea shop.

Yan Chi continued on the phone, "Hello, brother-in-law, are you still there?"

"I’m here." Fu Chen’s tone was a bit off.

"I’ve picked up Ruan Ruan, didn’t mean to ignore you, sorry."

Fu Chen chuckled lightly, "No worries, anyway, I’m not someone important to you."

"..."

"Why did you call me?" Fu Chen was recently busy arranging a marriage proposal for his son.

"I’ll be heading to Beijing the day after tomorrow."

"I’ll have Qinyuan come pick you up; I’ll make sure your room is set up ahead of time." Every time Yan Chi went to Beijing, he would stay at his sister’s house, so as his brother-in-law, all Fu Chen had to do was make sure the younger brother-in-law was taken care of.

"Thanks, brother-in-law."

"No need to be so formal with family." Fu Chen spoke directly.

"Since you mentioned not being formal, I have another matter."

Fu Chen vaguely sensed something, suddenly feeling a headache. He truly treasured him; this brother-in-law had too many tricks recently, and he felt that there was a big trap ahead. And sure enough.

"Brother-in-law, I’d like to officially visit the Si Family with Ruan Ruan as her boyfriend when we return to Beijing."

"Don’t you think it’s a bit early? She’s still a student."

"My sister was already pregnant in college."

"..."

Fu Chen was momentarily speechless, feeling that fate had come full circle, and heaven would never spare anyone. Few dared to scheme against him in this world, but it turns out his own brother-in-law was waiting for him.

"Then why tell me if you’re visiting the Si Family?"

"I might need your help then, brother-in-law."

"I have other matters..."

"Let’s discuss it more when I’m in Beijing."

"..."

Fu Chen had recently been dodging Yan Chi’s calls to avoid this younger brother-in-law.

Sadly...

What’s destined to come will come.

Fu Chen had been feeling quite stressed lately. He had sponsored a young monk who was basically his son. After the child grew up, he ended up crossing the family’s territory, even bringing a child into the picture. His son needed to propose a marriage, which was already stressful enough.

Now, his brother-in-law was dating someone, and he had to worry about it too.

He had little contact with the Jiang Family and the Si Family. To start off favorably, he even gave up the company’s project to leave a good impression on the other party.

If Yan Chi visited the Si Family, it would certainly drag him into the matter.

In fact, this matter wasn’t difficult. If Yan Wangchuan and his wife brought their son over from afar, this matter would become too formal.

After all, it was just the kids dating. If both parties meet the parents, the nature changes.

With Fu Chen going over, given his status and position, his presence alone would demonstrate the Yan Family’s current attitude.

On the other hand, not facing both parents directly would give the Si Family some buffer time.

So, a few minutes later, Fu Chen received a call from his father-in-law, Yan Wangchuan. Someone was more straightforward this time:

"After much consideration, I’m entrusting you with Yan Chi’s matter. Please handle it with care."

Since it was the father-in-law speaking, Fu Chen dared not say anything else, so he had to agree. This was indeed quite troublesome.

"I’m quite familiar with Si Yushan, and I’ve interacted with Jiang Chengsi. Both are easy to get along with. Just buy some gifts to take over; one likes chess, and the other likes cars."

Fu Chen nodded, "I understand."

"This concerns Xiaochi’s lifelong happiness, thank you for your effort."

"There’s no need for such words between family."

Fu Chen smiled outwardly, but his heart was in turmoil.

**

Jiang Ruan had long discussed with Yan Chi that she’d bring him home during the winter break.

The two were openly in love, nothing to hide. Besides, the Yan Family already knew, and it was impossible to hide it from her own family.

Rather than being caught and passively reveal the relationship, it would be better to be proactive.

Because Jiang Chengsi was preparing for his daughter’s return to Beijing for her break, he had already gotten ready, even buying himself a brand new outfit. Little did he know what awaited him ahead.

Even Qi Lie and Jiang Mutang assumed Jiang Ruan would introduce Yan Chi to a few people within their small circle when she mentioned bringing a friend. It was the secret between the younger generations; no one would report it to the elders.

Similarly, they didn’t expect her to be so bold, so quickly bringing him home.