Rebirth: Splendid Marriage in the 80s Chapter 2434 - 2370: Let’s Not Be Neighbors Anymore

"Truth be told, I truly wish to build a good rapport with Chiang Xiao and the others moving forward. We are set to become next-door neighbors, after all, yet initially, I had no desire for them to attend our wedding. Does that sit well with you?"

Upon catching her words, Kuang Yunxian fell into a quiet pause.

"Why exactly did you not wish for Xiao Chiang and Xinian to join our wedding?"

A moment of silence passed before he posed the question.

Du Jinruo nibbled on her lower lip. "Simply chalk it up to a touch of feminine jealousy. This is my once-in-a-lifetime milestone, after all. On such a joyous day, naturally, I yearn to shine as the most stunning bride. But Chiang Xiao is far too striking—I worry she might overshadow me entirely."

"Is that the case?"

Initially, a wave of relief washed over Kuang Yunxian, soon followed by an amused chuckle.

"You possess your own beauty, so why bother with comparisons?"

"Well, that's simply my sentiment on the matter. Still, for Chiang Xiao to voice those words, it stung deeply. You share a strong bond with them, so how can we possibly act like strangers while residing right beside each other? It would drive me mad with frustration."

Kuang Yunxian replied, "They won't do that."

"Yet those exact words came from their mouths." A hint of grievance colored Du Jinruo's tone.

Reflecting on the standoffish demeanor from both Chiang Xiao and Meng Xinian—and especially from Meng Xinian, who held such a close friendship with Kuang Yunxian—she deemed it utterly unfair.

Could he be the sort swayed more by allure than loyalty?

"They'll carry on treating me just the same," Kuang Yunxian assured her.

At those words, Du Jinruo abruptly stilled for an instant.

"So, you mean they'll remain your friends, and I'm the one who has to keep my distance from now on?" What role did that leave her in? The wedge disrupting their trio?

Wasn't this outright pushing her aside?

A flicker of anger rose in Du Jinruo, mingled with a playful pout. "Fine, then we won't stay there at all!"

"Not stay there?" Kuang Yunxian softly stroked her hand while inquiring, "So, where do you suggest we settle instead?"

"Sell off that property, and we'll scout for a new spot! Let's get a two-story home—it's way superior to that old courtyard!"

"Jinruo, that courtyard stands as the legacy from my parents."

"They never truly resided there, though, did they? Why not view it merely as their bequest? Your father dwelled elsewhere, correct? That other place must hold far greater emotional weight."

"The home where they resided..."

Kuang Yunxian shook his head in quiet resignation.

"Can we make this happen, Yunxian? I absolutely dread living right by Chiang Xiao! The constant unease would eat at me!"

Du Jinruo tugged at his hand once more. "With us so near, if you drop by their place, I'd likely stew in a foul temper, and it harms everyone involved! Move us a little farther, and you could see them without me catching wind—wouldn't that suit us all better?"

"I'll give it some thought."

Deep within, Kuang Yunxian let out a heavy sigh.

Meng Xinian and Chiang Xiao took the car out for a leisurely drive. In a sudden burst of enthusiasm, Chiang Xiao picked up heaps of spices, cuts of meat, grilling stands, and coals, then rounded up Chen Yin and Wang Yi with an invitation for an outdoor barbecue feast.

Two vehicles carried the four of them beyond the city limits.

"Brother Xinian, show me the ropes on driving."

"Not out here on the streets—I'll guide you once we hit an open, empty stretch."

"How's your injury holding up?"

"The pain's faded completely; it must be on the mend."

"Oh, has Dai Gang reached out today? What was his message?" Chiang Xiao finally found the moment to inquire.