Rebirth: Splendid Marriage in the 80s Chapter 2318: 2254: Several Versions of the Rumor

Regardless of the details, none of the three circulating rumors appealed to her in the slightest.

She couldn't help but wonder: were these people truly intimidated by Meng Xinian’s reputation as a tyrant, or did they genuinely view her as a ferocious tigress, making them too terrified to approach her?

Whenever Meng Xinian returned home, he never brought up such trivial matters.

“Actually, there is a brand-new version making the rounds that you haven't heard yet.” Meng Xinian’s expression darkened as he spoke; he clearly felt these people had far too much free time on their hands.

In the future, he considered staying at their secluded training camp rather than lingering around this base, fearing he might become as useless as the rest of them.

At this moment, Meng Xinian felt that wasting words on such people was utterly pointless.

“There’s a fourth version?” Chiang Xiao asked, her surprise evident. What else could their imaginations possibly produce?

“Do you wish to hear it?”

“Go ahead, tell me.”

“The fourth rumor claims that Old Yang and his group were the ones who introduced you to me. It suggests that even though you are quite young, I am too embarrassed to break off the engagement. That is supposedly why you’ve been seen interacting so closely with Old Yang and the others lately.”

According to them, that was the reason he had been transferred to Anbu Town alongside Yang Zhiqi—because of this alleged connection.

In any case, all sorts of baseless whispers were spreading.

Since Chiang Xiao was still present, he was currently restraining his temper.

Once she departed tomorrow, he would ensure they learned a painful lesson.

They likely had no idea why he had actually come here, did they?

He had already drafted the report and was prepared to submit it the following day. He had no doubt that Yang Zhiqi would grant his approval.

However, he suspected that Yang Zhiqi might also be inclined to drill them relentlessly after catching wind of these rumors.

He intended to have Zhao Xin and Gong Xinhe draft reports for transfers as well, believing their team’s efficiency would be far superior.

Chiang Xiao let out a soft chuckle and shook her head.

“It seems the martial world exists everywhere, but it’s no matter. I don’t care what people whisper. What about you?”

She turned her gaze toward Meng Xinian.

A slightly roguish grin played upon Meng Xinian’s lips.

“I’m not worried either. What is there to fear? Let them gossip; as long as they are prepared to face the consequences later.”

“Hmm?”

That sounded somewhat suspicious. What exactly was he plotting?

Chiang Xiao observed him closely.

Meng Xinian leaned in and gave her a quick peck on the lips. “Don’t worry about it. By the way, I’ve looked at the calendar. The earliest auspicious date is in June. Should we pick that one?”

“Getting married in June?”

Chiang Xiao appeared a bit hesitant.

“Hmm?” Meng Xinian’s brow furrowed slightly. “Do you not want to get married?”

“It isn't that I don’t want to, it’s just that June is incredibly hot.”

Meng Xinian felt a mix of amusement and frustration. “What does the heat have to do with us getting married?”

“It matters a great deal! Won’t there be a banquet? I’ll have to wear makeup,” Chiang Xiao said, gesturing to her face. “What if I start sweating and it ruins my look?”

Meng Xinian: “…”

Was she being serious?

Having been raised in the Alliance District, he found her logic completely baffling.

“Even if you ended up looking like a messy little kitten, you would still be the most beautiful woman there,” was the only response he could manage.

“And I’ll need to wear a gorgeous bridal gown, right? But wedding dresses aren't exactly low-cut, sleeveless miniskirts. Wearing such a heavy outfit in the June heat would be stifling.”

When they had simply registered their marriage, Chiang Xiao hadn't given it much thought.

But now that they were planning a formal wedding with a banquet, she was obsessing over the details like any other woman would.

Just like anyone else, she desperately wanted to look her absolute best on her wedding day, hoping to leave such a profound impression on Meng Xinian that he would never have eyes for anyone else.