The living room suddenly fell rather quiet.
Seeing the thoughtful expressions on Jian Wenzhe's and Yue Sisi's faces, Zhou Yi could not help laughing. "I was joking just now! Honestly, apart from the organization's guidance and trust, and the regard and support of my superiors, the most important reason I've achieved what I have today is my girlfriend's wholehearted devotion and unwavering companionship!"
Jian Shuyue rolled her eyes at Zhou Yi. Don't think everyone can't tell. This is the part that's actually a joke.
"You really have a way with words, brother-in-law. Is that how you sweet-talked my sister into dating you?" Yue Sisi deftly changed the subject with a teasing question.
"No, no. I'm not good with words. Your sister was moved by my sincere heart, and that's why she agreed to go out with me." Shaking his head, Zhou Yi denied that unfounded speculation.
"Really? Then tell us how you moved my sister," Jian Wenzhe asked mischievously.
Zhou Yi thought for a moment, then told Yue Sisi and Jian Wenzhe quite frankly, "I made the following points clear to your sister. First, I must have absolute financial freedom. Fifty yuan in pocket money every month, not a cent less. I'll hand over the rest of my salary on time."
"Second, I'm extremely controlling. I must do all the housework myself. This is a declaration, not a negotiation. She isn't allowed any objections."
"Third, I'm the head of the household. I have the final say on all major matters. She only gets to decide the minor ones."
Yue Sisi froze.
Jian Wenzhe and Li Jie froze too.
Even Jian Shuyue froze.
Pfft-the first person to burst out laughing was, surprisingly, Aunt Jian Yuhua.
Then Yue Sisi and Li Jie caught on and dissolved into laughter too.
Old Mr. Jian