Abstinence Pei, don't be too sweet when chasing your wife

Gu Fanxing's steps seemed to be nailed to the entrance of the terrace. Her gaze swept over every detail in the church, and her eyes were instantly filled with warm water vapor.

The silk curtains swayed gently in the sea breeze. The lotus pattern on them was exactly the same as the pattern on the Song Dynasty pottery shards she treasured in her archaeological toolbox. It was the treasure she had found when she first dug up a complete kiln pattern in Qinglongpo. Pei Luonan squatted down beside her and they cleaned the soil off the shards together with a soft brush.

The osmanthus bonsai on both sides of the passageway were in full bloom, with white petals surrounding tender yellow stamens. The familiar sweet fragrance mixed with the salty dampness of the sea breeze wafted over, instantly pulling her back to the osmanthus path in Qinglongpo—those late nights spent guarding the kiln together, and those mornings spent sorting pottery shards together, were all imbued with this fragrance.

What caught her off guard were the two figures standing beside the altar—her parents, dressed in formal attire, with gentle smiles on their faces and eyes full of doting affection.

Her parents were clearly traveling around the world and had no plans to return anytime soon, so she never expected to see them here.

"Dad, Mom... what are you doing here?"

Gu Fanxing's voice choked with sobs, and tears streamed down her face.

The mother quickly stepped forward and gently hugged her.

“Silly girl, Luo Nan contacted us a while ago, saying he had a surprise for you and that we had to come back no matter what.”

Her father patted her on the back, his voice full of relief: "We are relieved to see that you have found such a good person and are able to do what you love."

As her gaze shifted, Gu Fanxing caught sight of two figures standing in the group of relatives and friends.

Kong Haoyu, dressed in a sharp dark suit, always maintained a calm and capable demeanor as Pei Luonan's special assistant to the president. However, at this moment, he was looking at Xiao Fangfei with gentle eyes.

Du Fei, dressed in a well-tailored business suit, exuded a calm and composed aura as a professional manager of the Gu Group. However, he quietly took out a bottle of sunscreen spray from his pocket and handed it to Ling Jiu'er, who had just stepped into the sunlight.

Looking at the two perfectly in sync figures, Gu Fanxing felt a surge of warmth in her heart, and her eyes became even more moist.

It turns out that while she and Pei Luonan were protecting intangible cultural heritage and nurturing their love, their friends had also developed feelings for each other and found their own happiness.

She suddenly recalled Pei Luonan's aloof and reserved demeanor when she first met him after her rebirth. Who would have thought that this seemingly calm and taciturn CEO would go to such lengths for her, preparing such a perfect island wedding, even replicating the patterns on the pottery shards she treasured and the fragrance of the osmanthus she cherished.

Just as Gu Fanxing was immersed in multiple emotions, a familiar sound of footsteps approached her.

Pei Luonan wore a white suit, and the osmanthus corsage on his collar was particularly eye-catching in the sunlight.

He walked towards her step by step, his eyes focused and burning, as if she were the only person left in the whole world.

He walked up to her, extended his hand, and spoke in a voice so gentle it could melt the sea.

"Stars, come with me."

Gu Fanxing looked at him through teary eyes and subconsciously placed her hand in his palm.

His hand was warm and strong, carrying a familiar sense of security, as he led her slowly into the center of the church.

All the relatives and friends present sat quietly, with smiles of blessing on their faces.

The Pei family, the village chief, craftsman Chen, Aunt Zhang, Lin Xiao, Zhou Ming, Su Ya, Professor Li from the Provincial Institute of Archaeology, as well as Kong Haoyu, Du Fei, Xiao Fangfei, and Ling Jiu'er—everyone's eyes were filled with sincere blessings.

Upon reaching the altar, Pei Luonan stopped and turned to face her.

He took out a wedding ring box that he had prepared beforehand from his pocket, knelt on one knee, opened the box, and two ceramic rings came into view.

The ring's main body is made of warm ceramic with fine kiln patterns engraved on it. The "F&L" abbreviation can be faintly seen on the inside, and the tiny platinum beads set along the edge shimmer softly in the sunlight.

"Star."

Pei Luonan's voice carried a hint of barely perceptible tension, yet it was incredibly clear.

"When you were at Qinglongpo, you were squatting at the archaeological site, focused on cleaning up pottery shards. The sunlight shone on your face. At that moment, I knew how much you loved archaeology."

Therefore, I have decided to support your passion and accompany you in fulfilling this deep commitment and love.

During this time, we searched for traces of history together in the soil, tended the fire of the dragon kiln together, faced doubts and difficulties together, and watched as Qingning Kiln transformed from a forgotten kiln site into a nationally renowned intangible cultural heritage preservation base.

His gaze swept over the group photo on the stage, his eyes filled with memories.

"Our love is hidden in the cleaning of every piece of pottery, in the waiting of every kiln fire, and in the laughter of every child at the study camp."

I know you love archaeology and the preservation of intangible cultural heritage. I promised you that I would always support you in doing what you love.

Today, under this azure sky and sea you've always longed for, and before all those who love us, I want to solemnly tell you:

He took a deep breath, his eyes filled with unwavering determination.

"Gu Fanxing, I am willing to spend the rest of my life as your strongest support, accompanying you to travel across mountains and rivers, and to find more historical traces."

We'll accompany you to protect the kiln fire of Qingning Kiln and ensure that intangible cultural heritage is passed down from generation to generation.

I am willing to cook for you and I am willing to overcome all obstacles for you.

I am willing to be your support when you are tired, and to share your excitement with you.

For the rest of my life, through wind and snow, through ordinary days, through poverty, through wealth, through tenderness in my heart, and through everything my eyes see. Will you marry me?

Gu Fanxing's tears fell like beads from a broken string. She nodded vigorously, her voice choked but incredibly clear.

"I do, Luo Nan, I do!"

A look of surprise and relief flashed in Pei Luonan's eyes. He stood up, picked up a ring, and gently slipped it onto Gu Fanxing's ring finger.

The warm, smooth texture of the ceramic felt against her skin, and the fine, raised patterns of the kiln had a familiar feel to them, as if Pei Luonan's fingertips were gently caressing her.

Gu Fanxing also picked up another ring and carefully slipped it onto Pei Luonan's finger. The two rings shone brightly in the sunlight.

Friends and family members stood up one after another, and applause echoed in the church, mingling with the sound of waves and wind to create the most beautiful blessing.

The mother walked to Gu Fanxing's side, adjusted her veil, and looked at her with loving eyes.

"Xingxing, you must treat Luonan well from now on. The best happiness is for the two of you to support and understand each other."

The father also said to Pei Luonan, "Luonan, we are very relieved to entrust Fanxing to you. In the future, you should be more tolerant of her little temper and support her career. When husband and wife are of one mind, their strength can break metal."

Pei Luonan nodded solemnly: "Dad, Mom, don't worry, I will take good care of Fanxing, love her forever, and support her."

The happy and gratified Pei family members also offered their blessings to the couple one by one. In particular, Pei's mother, beaming with joy, did not forget to urge the two to have a child soon: "Whether you are doing well at work or in love, don't forget to have a grandson or granddaughter for me to take care of." This made everyone present burst into laughter.

Looking at everything before her, Gu Fanxing was filled with happiness and emotion.

She knew that this wedding was not the end, but a new beginning for their love and career.

Pei Luonan prepared not only a grand and romantic ceremony for her, but also a weighty love and promise.

She looked up at Pei Luonan, her eyes filled with love. Pei Luonan looked down at her, a gentle smile on his lips, and amidst the blessings of family and friends, he gently kissed her.

Sunlight streamed through the floor-to-ceiling windows of the glass chapel, bathing the two in warm yellow light. The light, combined with the pale blue curtains, the white osmanthus blossoms, and the azure sea, created a truly beautiful scene.

At this moment, time seemed to stand still, and all the beauty was frozen in this instant.