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 fierce tigress they dared not approach?

Whenever Meng Xinian returned home, he never bothered mentioning such trivial gossip.

“Actually, a new version has emerged that hasn't reached your ears 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 restricted training camp rather than lingering here, lest he become as idle and useless as the rest of them.

At this moment, Meng Xinian felt that wasting words on such people was beneath him.

“There is a fourth version?” Chiang Xiao asked, her surprise evident. She wondered what else their imaginations could possibly conjure up.

“Do you wish to hear it?”

“Go on, tell me.”

“The fourth rumor suggests that Old Yang and his group were the ones who introduced you to me. Supposedly, despite your youth, I am too embarrassed to break off the engagement. They claim that is the real reason you have been seen spending so much time with Old Yang and the others lately.”

According to the gossip, this explained his transfer to Anbu Town alongside Yang Zhiqi—it was all due to this alleged connection.

All sorts of baseless stories were spreading like wildfire.

For now, since Chiang Xiao was still present, he restrained his temper.

Once Chiang Xiao departed tomorrow, he intended to ensure they learned a painful lesson.

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

His report was already finished and ready for submission tomorrow. He harbored no doubts that Yang Zhiqi would grant his approval.

However, he suspected that once Yang Zhiqi heard these rumors, he might want to push the men through even more grueling drills.

He planned to have Zhao Xin and Gong Xinhe submit transfer reports as well, believing their team’s efficiency would improve if they worked together.

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

“It seems the martial world exists everywhere, but it's no matter. Their words don't bother me. What about you?”

She turned her gaze toward Meng Xinian.

A roguish, slight smile played on Meng Xinian’s lips.

“I am not bothered 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 watched him curiously.

Meng Xinian leaned in and gave her a quick peck on the lips. “Don’t worry about that. On another note, I’ve looked at some dates. The earliest suitable day is in June. Shall we pick one?”

“A wedding in June?”

Chiang Xiao showed a hint of hesitation.

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

“It isn't that I don't want to, but June is incredibly hot.”

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

“It matters a great deal! We'll be hosting a banquet, won't we? I'll have to wear makeup,” Chiang Xiao said, gesturing to her face. “What if I sweat and my makeup gets ruined?”

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 cat, 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 those dresses aren't exactly sleeveless miniskirts. Wearing such a heavy outfit in the June heat would be stifling.”

Since their previous step was only registration, Chiang Xiao hadn't given it much thought.

But now that a formal wedding and banquet were approaching, she was starting to fret over the details like any other woman.

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