The next day, at the usual place, in the usual seat, Shen Ningxuan approached the café and saw Chu Haoxuan already sitting there. She went straight over. After sitting down, Shen Ningxuan took out her household registration book and ID card from her bag and handed them to Chu Haoxuan. Chu Haoxuan took the household registration book and ID card, then said, 'Military marriage needs to be applied for, it might take about a week to process.' 'It's okay, I can wait,' Shen Ningxuan waved her hand, putting on an indifferent facade, as if she didn't care about such a marriage at all. However, Shen Ningxuan's indifferent expression was seen as anger in Chu Haoxuan's eyes. This woman actually disregarded him so much, ignored the engagement between them. Shen Ningxuan felt that staying longer was meaningless; she was only here to deliver the household registration book and ID card, and there was nothing else to do. 'Well, I'll be leaving first, I have other things to do,' Shen Ningxuan said, standing up to leave. Seeing Shen Ningxuan about to leave, Chu Haoxuan immediately stood up, grabbed her, and pushed her against the wall beside them, looking at her closely, his breath hitting her face. 'Do you not love me, why do you want to marry me?' Chu Haoxuan asked coldly and arrogantly, actually caring about this woman's heart, could it be that her heart was still with his little nephew? But Shen Ningxuan maintained a calm expression, meeting Chu Haoxuan's gaze, 'Do you love me?' The counter-question surprised Chu Haoxuan, his heart suddenly aching, love, love? Shen Ningxuan revealed a helpless smile and continued, 'Since neither of us loves the other, why ask me this question?'

“You will be my wife in the future,” Chu Haoxuan said firmly. To him, a wife was someone who would accompany him for the rest of his life. “Since marriage is just a formality, what does the title of wife even count for?” Shen Ningxuan replied indifferently, as calm as a cup of water, without a ripple. “Shen Ningxuan,” Chu Haoxuan was infuriated by this woman. Why was her heart so cold? Why was her attitude towards him so indifferent? Suddenly, Shen Ningxuan thought of something and added, “By the way, Mr. Chu, there’s something else I need to tell you. I’m no longer a virgin. If you think I’m dirty, you can never touch me again. We can just maintain the title of husband and wife.” Hearing about her lost virginity, Chu Haoxuan’s anger subsided a bit. This woman didn’t even know that he was the one who had taken her innocence. The wonderful feeling was still unforgettable for him. If they weren’t in a coffee shop, he might have gone for a live broadcast to enjoy that soul-stirring sensation again. Chu Haoxuan looked at Shen Ningxuan and said firmly, “Since you’ve provoked me, you should be responsible for me for a lifetime.”

Shen Ningxuan, I have taken your first time, and every time thereafter belongs to me; you are my woman. After getting the marriage certificate, Chu Haoxuan and Shen Ningxuan agreed to meet each other's parents, starting with Shen's family and then Chu's. At Shen's home, Shen Shaohui learned that Chu Haoxuan was the beloved grandson of Chu Chengbi from the family compound, which somewhat satisfied him. The Chu family's influence was quite substantial throughout the city, and if they became in-laws with the Chu family, it would also give some hope for the future development of Shen's Corporation. Chu Haoxuan and Shen Ningxuan stood in front of Shen Shaohui and Qiao Yuzhen, with Shen Yujin sizing up Chu Haoxuan from the side. Seeing the heavy atmosphere of the family, Chu Haoxuan didn't say a word; he had already investigated the details of Shen's family beforehand and was very clear about Shen Ningxuan's status and life in the family. Qiao Yuzhen looked at Chu Haoxuan in his military uniform, his noble temperament was definitely not inferior to Ye Yanbin, and she suddenly felt a bit jealous. Why does this cheap woman, Shen Ningxuan, always have such good luck? 'Dad, auntie, this is Chu Haoxuan,' Shen Ningxuan suddenly spoke up, breaking the stiff atmosphere. 'Uncle, auntie, hello,' Chu Haoxuan greeted calmly, as it was their first meeting, and even though he knew that everyone in Shen's family was dissatisfied with Shen Ningxuan, he still had to show politeness on the surface. Shen Shaohui nodded, 'Since you two have already gotten the marriage certificate, then find a time to have the wedding.' As soon as Shen Shaohui finished speaking, before Shen Ningxuan and Chu Haoxuan could say anything, Qiao Yuzhen hurriedly said, 'Shen Ningxuan, since you're getting married, just get out of this house, and don't ever come back again, and also...'

Qiao Yuzhen continued to add, 'I don't have any money to buy you a dowry, you'll have to figure it out yourself.' Faced with such a scene, Shen Ningxuan lowered her head and said nothing, having already guessed that this would be the outcome. Qiao Yuzhen would not spend a penny on her. However, Chu Haoxuan by her side was already furious. Bullying his woman, and after more than twenty years, Qiao Yuzhen was just the daughter of an investment group. With a single order from the Chu family, their Qiao family's group could disappear from the entire city. What right did she have to bully his woman? 'Auntie, since Ningxuan and I are getting married, you don't need to worry about these things. The Chu family will handle the wedding in its entirety. You just need to come to the banquet when the time comes,' Chu Haoxuan said from a superior stance, his tone chilling. But Qiao Yuzhen did not buy Chu Haoxuan's account and turned the spearhead on Chu Haoxuan, 'Chu Haoxuan, I haven't settled accounts with you yet. You're marrying a girl from our Shen family, shouldn't the betrothal money be a bit more substantial?' As she spoke, Qiao Yuzhen turned all the usual criticisms of Shen Ningxuan into compliments, 'Look at our Shen family's daughter, she has a pretty face and a good figure, just dressed a bit plainly. When the time comes, you buy her some nice clothes, and she won't be much different from a noble young lady. Such a good girl, where can you find another? Shouldn't the betrothal money be more?' Chu Haoxuan stared fiercely at Qiao Yuzhen, whose meaning was already very clear, and he spoke word by word, 'The betrothal money will certainly be given, and it will be substantial.'

Upon hearing this, Qiao Yuzhen's heart instantly filled with joy. She had not expected that Shen Ningxuan, that little slut, could fetch such a good price. She felt she was going to make a big profit this time. However, the following words from Chu Haoxuan turned Qiao Yuzhen's face completely black. 'However, for the betrothal money, I will only give it to Ningxuan's mother, not you,' Chu Haoxuan said, looking at Qiao Yuzhen, wanting to see her smiling expression turn twisted. 'You,' Qiao Yuzhen was so angry that she was lost for words. Shen Yujin, on the other hand, said impatiently from the side, 'Forget it, forget it, what do we need betrothal money for? Our Shen family isn't short of money. Hurry up and take that little slut away. She has been living off our Shen family for so many years, hasn't she had enough?' Slut? Living off them? Chu Haoxuan's anger surged in an instant, shifting his gaze from Qiao Yuzhen to Shen Yujin, 'Shen Yujin, watch your words.'

Chu Haoxuan almost growled it out, scaring Shen Yujin into silence. This man had such a strong presence, not just because of the military uniform he wore, but also the special aura that emanated from him, always making her feel that he was unapproachable. Shen Shaohui and Qiao Yuzhen were also intimidated by Chu Haoxuan's demeanor. Truly, as a member of the Chu family, his aura was overwhelming. Seeing Shen Ningxuan beside him enduring in silence, Chu Haoxuan felt somewhat distressed. Had this woman always lived like this in this family? 'Ningxuan, go pack your things. I'll take you away right now,' Chu Haoxuan said. Shen Ningxuan looked up, meeting Chu Haoxuan's gaze. There was no anger or indifference in her eyes, only submission. Shen Ningxuan nodded. She quickly went upstairs, packed her important belongings, and carried a small suitcase downstairs. Chu Haoxuan took the suitcase from Shen Ningxuan's hand, carrying it in one hand and holding Shen Ningxuan's hand with the other, and they walked out of the Shen family's main gate. Behind them, Qiao Yuzhen's voice could still be heard, 'Shen Ningxuan, once you leave the Shen family, don't ever come back. Even if you die outside, don't come back.' Shen Ningxuan couldn't hold back her tears. This nightmare-like home, now left behind, she just didn't know whether this departure was good or bad.