NOVPUBChapter 1208: Chapter 1208: Things Are Not That Simple_1 Chapter 1208 -1208: Things Are Not That Simple_1 “Without sufficient understanding between each other, if the one being proposed to isn’t ready for marriage.
In such an elaborate proposal, should they accept or reject?” Peggy Lewis asked.
“If they accept, they’re not being true to their feelings.
But if they don’t, the proposer is hurt.
And it’s even worse if it happens in front of all their friends and family, as it would damage relationships.” Peggy continued.
Sometimes, a person may not be ready for marriage, not because they don’t love their partner, but because they’re not prepared yet.
This way, making such a massive effort puts pressure on the party that does not wish to marry.
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Meanwhile, the party willing to marry might feel unloved by the other.
And that’s how misunderstandings arise.
“However, if both parties have agreed beforehand and decided to get married, wouldn’t a proposal afterwards be redundant?” Peggy said.
Lyke Zhekova pondered this and found it reasonable.
“It’s just a formality, after all.” Peggy added.
“So, I don’t care much about it or take it too seriously.” she said.
“Moreover, I didn’t feel forced.
Third Old Master Zhekova mentioned a very practical fact.
As you’ve said, if we keep dragging this on, Old Master Zhekova might not be able to hold on for much longer.
Making him happy sooner might even make him healthier.”
“Removing this pressure and allowing him to relax could potentially contribute to his health.” Peggy said with a smile.
“Before I met you, let alone marriage, I couldn’t even imagine living and dating someone.
I thought I’d be more comfortable alone.
I didn’t want to consider another person’s preferences and habits.” Peggy confessed.
“But after being with you,” Peggy looked at Lyke, “I mean, during the time when we lived together, I realized living with someone so different wasn’t that hard.”
“Later, I found that I actually loved being with you and only you.
Whether we were similar or different, I liked it all.”
“The similarities, I consider as our mutual understanding, and differences make things feel fresh.
You’re so accepting of me, of course, I should learn to embrace our differences.” Peggy said with a smile, “And I don’t resist it at all.
I like this feeling very much.”
“Before, when I was single, I was afraid of marriage.
My mother always wanted to introduce me to different men.
The thought of living with a man after marriage scared me.”
“But it’s different with you.
Today, our elders unilaterally decided that we were going to get married, and I wasn’t scared. n𝚘𝚟pub.𝚌o𝚖
Instead, I was looking forward to it.
I felt calm.”
“Even if we got our marriage license tomorrow, I wouldn’t panic.” Peggy’s hand was being held by Lyke.
She lowered her head to take a close look at his hand.
She thought to herself, his hands are truly handsome.
They were large, and because of the way they bent, the lines and veins were clearly visible.
The bones were well-defined, his fingers long, and fingernails neatly trimmed.
Peggy unconsciously stroked his fingers gently.
“So, shall we get our marriage license tomorrow?” Lyke took the opportunity to say.
For such matters, it’s better to strike while the iron is hot.
He felt secure only when the marriage license was acquired, and Peggy was added in his Household Register.
Then, he wouldn’t have to worry about his wife leaving him.
“Huh?” Peggy looked at Lyke in surprise.
She just made a suggestion.
How come they are going to get it tomorrow?
Seeing Peggy’s shocked expression, Lyke asked nervously, “So, were you just trying to appease me?”
Not worrying about marrying him, not concerned at all.
Even getting the marriage license tomorrow wouldn’t be an issue.
Were all this to make him happy?
Peggy laughed, “Why should I appease you?”
Did he need appeasing?
This man was truly self-serving!
He didn’t need her to do anything; he’d sort everything out himself.
She was just surprised and didn’t react quickly.
Who asked him to propose so suddenly?
But then again, Peggy thought, she and Lyke had always lived together anyway.
Even without a marriage license, they were living together, and acquiring a marriage license wouldn’t change their lives.
Oh no, there would indeed be a status change.
It would become a legal relationship.
Living together wouldn’t be cohabitation, but lawful post-marriage life.
Then they would have legal protection and guarantee.
Living together would be appropriate and rightful.
Peggy thought about this and saw no disadvantages, only benefits.
“Alright,” Peggy agreed cheerfully, “Let’s get our marriage license tomorrow.”
Lyke had only meant to strike while the iron is hot, taking advantage of the opportunity.
He had not expected it to become a reality!
This was certainly a surprise.
“We’ll go to your parents’ house to get the Household Register tomorrow.” Lyke said.
“Okay.” Peggy agreed.
Lyke asked hesitantly, “You won’t regret it, right?”
Peggy shot him an annoyed look, “Am I the kind of person who goes back on her word?
Besides, both families have settled on our wedding plans today.
Even if I change my mind, how far back could I go?”
“Yeah.” Lyke realized his intelligence seemed to be declining a bit.
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Samson Zhekova chose to ride in the car with Adrian Zhekova, thinking that Adrian and Cindy Clarke were practically an old married couple and wouldn’t be lovey-dovey.
Unlike Lyke, who was in a totally love-struck phase.
To his surprise, Adrian and Cindy were just less excessive.
As soon as they got in the car, they were holding hands.
Adrian drove with one hand, the other always holding Cindy’s hand.
Samson wanted to remind Adrian to pay more attention to driving safety.
The little one was sitting in his child safety seat, kicking his legs, engrossed in watching TicToc videos on his phone.
After a while, the youngster turned to look at Samson.
Samson noticed his gaze and looked back.
Before he could ask what was wrong, he saw the child’s expression and realized it was not going to be something simple.
How could such a young child have such a world-weary expression?
Samson had a gut feeling that he might have made the wrong choice by riding with them.
Sure enough, he heard the little one ask in a deliberately lowered, hoarse voice.
