Slowly descending from the Ferris wheel, the mood of the four people gradually calmed down as the height decreased. When they stood on the ground again, Li Xiaoyu excitedly held the hands of his brothers and said: "Brothers, let's take the next step."
Where are we going to play down here?”
Li Ziyang looked at the surrounding amusement facilities, pointed in one direction and said, "There is a rapids over there. It looks very exciting. Should we try it?"
"Okay! Okay!" Li Xiaoyu nodded quickly, his eyes shining with anticipation. Yue Ming and Duan Jinglin also agreed. They both like to try new things.
The four of them came to the entrance of the rapids and waited in line. Seeing the people in front of them sprinting down the high ramp in small boats, making huge splashes, their hearts were filled with anticipation and excitement.
It was finally their turn, and the four of them got into a small boat. As the machine started, the boat slowly moved forward and gradually climbed up the high ramp. Li Xiaoyu nervously held the hands of his brothers,
I was both looking forward to and afraid at the same time.
When the boat reached the top of the ramp, they suddenly felt a huge force pushing them down. At that moment, their heartbeats seemed to have stopped, and they could only hear the howling wind in their ears and splashing water.
"Ah -" Li Xiaoyu couldn't help but scream, but there was a hint of excitement and pleasure in her scream. Li Ziyang, Yue Ming and Duan Jinglin also clung to the handrails on the side of the boat, feeling the excitement
and pleasure.
When the boat finally landed smoothly on the water, the four of them looked at each other and smiled, their hearts filled with satisfaction and joy. They splashed water on each other's bodies, laughing and joking, as if they had returned to their carefree childhood.
When the sun set and the sky was covered with a gorgeous sunset glow, the four of them finally got tired of playing and sat on a bench in the park to rest. Li Xiaoyu snuggled next to his brothers, with a happy smile on his face.
"I'm so happy today! Thank you brothers for accompanying me to play." Li Xiaoyu said gratefully.
"You're welcome, Xiaoyu. We are very happy to spend this wonderful day with you." Li Ziyang said with a smile, and Yue Ming and Duan Jinglin also nodded in agreement.
They sat quietly, admiring the beautiful scenery in front of them, feeling each other's company and warmth. At this moment, they seemed to have forgotten all their worries and pressure, and only enjoyed this rare tranquility and happiness.
"Brothers, we will go out to play together in the future!" Li Xiaoyu suddenly said, her eyes shining with anticipation.
"Okay! We will definitely do it!" Li Ziyang, Yue Ming and Duan Jinglin all agreed. They know that no matter what happens in the future, they will cherish this rare friendship and family affection and spend more good times together.
Just when Li Ziyang, Yue Ming, Duan Jinglin and Li Xiaoyu were full of laughter and ready to leave Ocean Park and return home, a disharmonious shadow quietly fell over their pleasant atmosphere. Under the neon lights at the entrance of the park,
There were two figures standing, the man was dressed gorgeously and had a sullen look on his face, while the woman was standing close to him with a complicated look on her face. These two people were none other than Mr. Luo and his lover.
Luo Shao, a young rich man who is well-known in the celebrity circle of Donghai City. With his family background and wealth, he is an unattainable existence in the eyes of many people. And his marriage with the Li family is even regarded as two people.
A symbol of the strong alliance of a large family.
When Mr. Luo's eyes fell on Li Xiaoyu, his face instantly darkened. He didn't expect that his nominal fiancée would be with a group of men he didn't know at this time, and she seemed to be...
Quite intimate. A rage burned in his chest, and he strode towards Li Xiaoyu, as if he wanted to rescue her from this group of "foolish friends".
"Li Xiaoyu, what are you doing? As my fiancée, you are hanging out with a group of men, how unbecoming it is!" Luo Shao's voice was filled with unquestionable majesty, and his eyes were like knives, trying to stab him.
Wear Li Xiaoyu's guard.
Li Xiaoyu was so frightened by Mr. Luo's sudden appearance and questioning that she instinctively took a step back and hid in Li Ziyang's arms. She looked up at her brother, her eyes full of help and fear.
"Master Luo, you misunderstood. We are just friends, just hanging out together. Moreover, I have never thought about marrying you. This is the intention of the two adults." Li Xiaoyu mustered up his courage. Although his voice was small,
Her tone was firm. She knew that once these words were spoken, it would mean that the relationship between her and Mr. Luo would be completely broken, but she was even more unwilling to sacrifice her own happiness to cater to other people's expectations.
When Mr. Luo heard this, his face became even more ugly. He did not expect that Li Xiaoyu would reject him so directly, which made him feel angry and humiliated. He was about to have a fit, but was interrupted by Li Ziyang's voice.
"Master Luo, please calm down. Xiaoyu is my sister and I have the responsibility to protect her. She doesn't want to marry you. This is her freedom. You have no right to force her to do anything she doesn't want to do." Li Ziyang
Standing in front of Li Xiaoyu, he looked firmly at Mr. Luo. Although his tone was calm, the firmness and unquestionability revealed in it forced Mr. Luo to temporarily restrain his anger.
Yue Ming and Duan Jinglin also walked up. They stood on both sides of Li Ziyang, forming a solid barrier to protect Li Xiaoyu in the middle. Their eyes were full of dissatisfaction and wariness towards Mr. Luo.
It seemed that as long as Mr. Luo made the slightest move, they would take action without hesitation.
Seeing this, Mr. Luo's lover gently pulled his sleeve and whispered: "Master Luo, forget it. This is a public place. It won't look good if it makes a big fuss. Let's go."
However, Mr. Luo seemed not to hear her words. His eyes wandered back and forth between Li Xiaoyu and Li Ziyang, seeming to be looking for a breakthrough. Finally, he took a deep breath and tried to calm down his emotions.
mood.
"Okay, Li Ziyang, I will give you this face today. But, Li Xiaoyu, remember that you will always be my fiancée. Whether you like it or not, this fact will not change. I will give you time to think it over.
, but don’t make me wait too long.” After finishing speaking, Mr. Luo turned around to leave.
However, Li Xiaoyu suddenly stopped him: "Master Luo, you are wrong. I am not your fiancée, and I have never thought of becoming your wife. Please respect my choice."
Mr. Luo stopped, looked back and took a deep look at Li Xiaoyu, and then sneered: "Humph, Li Xiaoyu, you will regret it. In this world, not everything can go as you wish." After that,
, he turned around and left with his lover, disappearing into the night.
Watching Mr. Luo's back gradually disappear, Li Xiaoyu felt a surge of complex emotions in her heart. She knew that her actions today were undoubtedly declaring war on Mr. Luo, and the outcome of this war was unpredictable to her. But she could not predict the outcome of this war.
, what she knows better is that she cannot sacrifice her own happiness for the expectations of others.
Li Ziyang looked at his sister's firm eyes, and his heart was filled with relief and pride. He gently patted Li Xiaoyu's shoulder and said, "Xiaoyu, don't be afraid. With brother here, no one can force you to do something you don't want to do."
No matter what happens in the future, I will be by your side."
Yue Ming and Duan Jinglin also expressed their support. Although their voices were not high, they were full of strength and warmth. At this moment, Li Xiaoyu felt unprecedented courage and strength. She knew that she was not alone.
The four of them looked at each other and smiled, then walked out of the gate of Ocean Park hand in hand.
Back home, it was dark at night, and the moonlight filtered through the gaps in the curtains and fell on the floor of the living room, adding a bit of tranquility and peace to the home. However, this tranquility was soon broken by an approaching storm.
.
Li Ziyang walked into the house with Li Xiaoyu. The laughter in Ocean Park still remained on their faces, but there was a hint of unnoticeable worry in their eyes. Li Ziyang knew that he had to have a showdown with his parents about Xiaoyu's marriage.
No matter what the outcome, he could not let his sister sacrifice his own happiness.
When their parents heard the sound of their return, they came out of the bedroom. His father Li Wei was wearing pajamas and his hair was a little messy. He was obviously woken up suddenly; his mother Wang Hui was wearing neat home clothes with a gentle smile on her face.
, but there was a hint of fatigue in his eyes.
"Ziyang, Xiaoyu, are you back? Did you have fun?" Wang Hui asked with concern, trying to read the happiness of the day from their expressions.
Li Ziyang took a deep breath and decided to get to the point directly: "Mom and Dad, we have something to discuss with you."
Li Wei and Wang Hui looked at each other, as if they had a premonition of something, but they still sat down and motioned to Li Ziyang to continue.
"It's about Xiao Yu's marriage." Li Ziyang's voice was a little heavy. He glanced at Xiao Yu, who bit her lower lip tightly, as if to suppress the gasping sound.
Li Wei frowned, while Wang Hui looked surprised: "Marriage? Hasn't it been settled with the Luo family? Why did you suddenly mention this again?"
"Dad, Mom, I know you are considering the family business, but Xiaoyu doesn't want to marry Mr. Luo." Li Ziyang's voice was firm and powerful. He held Xiaoyu's hand tightly and gave her strength.
Li Wei's face darkened when he heard this: "Ziyang, what are you talking about? Isn't this important matter of marriage a child's play? Our marriage with the Luo family took many years of consideration and preparation. How can we just back out?"
"But, dad, marriage is based on love. Xiaoyu doesn't like Luo Shao, do we have to force her to marry someone she doesn't love?" Li Ziyang argued, his eyes twinkling.
Unmistakable light.
Seeing this, Wang Hui quickly smoothed things over: "Ziyang, your dad is also doing it for the good of the family. It's not like you don't know the status of the Luo family in our city. With their protection, our business can run more smoothly."
"Mom, I know your good intentions, but Xiaoyu's happiness is more important. We can't sacrifice her future for the sake of profit." Li Ziyang's voice was choked, and he looked at his parents, his eyes full of prayer.
Li Wei slapped the table and said angrily: "Zi Yang, you are talking nonsense! How can you inquire about the important matter of marriage at will? Our marriage with the Luo family is a major matter for two families, how can it be a trivial matter?
"
"Dad, I'm not kidding. I'm seriously discussing with you. Xiaoyu is my sister, and I have the responsibility to protect her and prevent her from getting hurt." Li Ziyang also raised his voice, and his voice echoed in the living room.
Echoes, with a hint of unquestionable determination.
Wang Hui watched the father and son quarrel with mixed feelings in her heart. She neither wanted to see the family's interests damaged, nor did she want her daughter to sacrifice her own happiness. She tried to find a balance point, but it seemed that no matter what she did, she couldn't make everyone
Everyone is satisfied.
"Ziyang, your father also considers the family. You know how difficult the business environment is now. With the protection of the Luo family, we can gain a foothold in this market." Wang Hui's voice was full of helplessness and prayer,
She hoped that Li Ziyang could understand their difficulties.
However, Li Ziyang did not back down: "Mom, I know it's difficult for you. But we can't sacrifice Xiaoyu's future for the sake of profit. She is my sister, and I have the responsibility to protect her."
Li Xiaoyu watched her brother argue for her, and a warm current surged in her heart. She knew that no matter what the outcome was, she was not alone. She mustered up her courage and said, "Mom, Dad, I really don't want to be with Mr. Luo."
Get married. I hope you can understand me."
Li Wei looked at his daughter's firm eyes, and a complex emotion surged in his heart. He knew that his daughter's happiness was more important than anything else. However, he could not ignore the interests of the family. He took a deep breath and tried to calm down his emotions.
Emotion: "Xiaoyu, marriage is not something you can decide at will. The marriage between you and Mr. Luo is a major matter for both families. We can't make wrong decisions just because of impulse."
"Dad, I am not impulsive. I have seriously considered this issue. I know you are considering the interests of the family, but I can't sacrifice my own happiness." Li Xiaoyu's voice was choked, but she
His eyes were extremely firm.
Wang Hui watched the father and daughter quarreling and felt extremely painful in her heart. She didn't want to see the family's interests damaged, nor did she want her daughter to sacrifice her own happiness. She tried to find a solution, but it seemed that no matter what she did, she couldn't make everyone
Everyone is satisfied.
In the end, Li Ziyang couldn't stand this endless quarrel. He stood up and said firmly: "Mom and Dad, if you really think about the interests of the family, then I ask you to think about this issue again. Xiaoyu is me
My sister, I have the responsibility to protect her. If you can't understand our decision, then I will leave this home with Xiao Yu to find our happiness."
After saying that, Li Ziyang took Li Xiaoyu's hand, turned around and walked towards the door.
Li Ziyang drove through the bustling city, and the neon lights in the night were like shooting stars, adding a bit of fantasy to the city that never sleeps. Soft music was playing on the car stereo, trying to calm the inner turmoil of the two of them. Li Xiaoyu sat
In the passenger seat, my eyes sometimes looked out the window, and sometimes fell on Li Ziyang's resolute profile, with mixed feelings in my heart.