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Chapter 65 - 65: Doting to the Extreme 2
Chapter 65 - 65: Doting to the Extreme 2
Chapter 65: Doting to the Extreme 2
Translator: Henyee Translations
Editor: Henyee Translations
“No wonder. Let me tell you, if you want to keep Brother Moxi’s heart, you have to love sports.”
“Brother Moxi loves sports, especially some outdoor sports.”
“For example, rock climbing, skiing, and hiking!” Xu Muli said non-stop.
“Are you talking about… Tang Moxi?” Liuli swallowed her saliva and asked hesitantly.
“Yeah, who else could it be!”
“Oh!” Liu Li replied.
Was there a mistake?!
How could that be so different from the Mr. Tang she knew?
Although the first time she saw Mr. Tang, she was infatuated and had the urge to pounce on him.
However, other than that, she felt that this guy was cold and rude.
When they met again, although her opinion had changed,
However, it was not in the direction that Xu Muli had mentioned at all!
Hence, Liuli really could not associate the Tang Moxi she knew with the Brother Moxi that Xu Muli mentioned.
Brother Moxi = Mexico?
Liuli suddenly thought of this and couldn’t help but laugh.
“What’s wrong?” Xu Muli blinked and asked Liuli in confusion.
“No, let’s continue playing!” Liuli said quickly.
After playing for a while, perhaps because Liuli’s skills were too bad,
Xu Muli was no longer in the mood to continue playing.
She sighed and said,
“Why don’t we go drinking too? Then they’ll have to take care of us and won’t drink.”
“Is that okay? But 1 can’t hold my liquor well!” Liuli was still thinking about how to play when she heard Xu Muli’s words.
“At most, you’ll drink less, and I’ll drink more!”
Without waiting for Liuli to consider, Xu Muli put down the cue stick and pulled Liuli into the private room.
Liuli couldn’t resist Xu Muli’s forceful insistence.
Now, she returned to the empty seat beside Tang Moxi and sat down.
So fast!” Tang Moxi happened to be drinking. He took a sip and turned to look at her.
“Well…” Liuli was about to explain that it was Xu Muli who wanted to come in when she felt that it was not appropriate to explain like this. Hence, she did not know what to say.
Liuli, I forgot to toast you just now. Let me toast you! I wish you and Brother Moxi a happy marriage!” Xu Muli handed her one of the two glasses of wine.
Liuli took the wine and saw Xu Muli winking at her secretly.
Liuli finally reacted, but when she looked at the glass of wine, she immediately revealed a vexed expression.
“Thank you, um… we can do whatever we want!” Liuli quickly said.
Xu Muli had already clinked glasses with her.
Then, she finished the wine in her glass in one gulp.
Liuli was shocked.
Um… can I drink less?” Liuli stammered.
Sure, drink less!” Xu Muli said with a smile.
However, because Xu Muli had drunk a glass, Liuli was too embarrassed to only take a sip.
She still frowned and wanted to drink.
The next second, the wine glass was taken away.
Liuli turned around and saw that Tang Moxi was already holding her wine glass.
“Lili, Liuli can’t hold her liquor well. I’ll help her drink this cup.”
With that, he drank Liuli’s glass of wine.
Brother Moxi, are you bullying me?” Xu Muli asked Tang Moxi with a smile.
“It’s good that you don’t bully others. How dare others bully you!” Tang Moxi hugged Liuli and replied with a faint smile.
“Sister-in-law, look, Brother Moxi is bullying me again!” Xu Muli turned to Liuli and said.
“He’s just joking with you. Come, let’s drink. I wish you happiness every day too.” Liuli helped herself out and poured herself a small glass to clink glasses with Xu Muli.
Sister-in-law sure knows how to behave!” After saying that, Xu Muli snorted at Tang Moxi.
Liu Li couldn’t help but laugh.
Although she was younger than Xu Muli, Xu Muli’s personality was even more straightforward and pure than hers!
He dared to say and do anything!
“Don’t drink too much!” This time, Tang Moxi did not stop her.
“Okay!” Liuli replied and took a small sip.
Xu Muli finished the glass of wine she had just poured.
He saw that Liuli had only taken a small sip.
“Although I can drink less, this is too much!” Xu Muli protested.
“Then I’ll take another sip!” Liuli could only take another sip.
“Liuli, let’s play a game. It’s too boring to just drink,” Xu Muli suggested again.
“Okay!” Liuli replied after a while.
She wondered what Xu Muli was up to this time!
At this moment, Xu Muli blinked at Liuli again.
Liuli couldn’t react in time and glared at her.
“Let’s play together. It’ll be more lively. How about we play 789?” In the end, Xu Muli turned around and said to everyone.
Only then did Liuli understand that Xu Muli wanted her to invite everyone to play-
Hence, she followed suit.
That’s right. It’s more fun if everyone plays together!
There was no need to drink when playing games!
Liuli thought.
Since Sister-in-law had already spoken and Boss did not object, everyone was naturally happy to agree. They gathered around the billiards table, ready to enjoy a game of 789 together.
Hence, the spot where the hotpot was originally placed was cleared out. The table was immediately emptied, leaving only a wine glass and a set of dice. An extra lamp was turned on, illuminating the area and making it even brighter.
Since Liuli was the bride, the game would start from her side and then proceed clockwise.
Liuli looked at Xu Muli.
Haven’t you played this before?”
Liuli shook her head.
“It’s fine. It’s very simple. Roll the dice first. Let me explain the rules of the game!”
Liuli bent down and took the two dice. She shook them and threw them down.
Two points!
Next, it’s my turn! Oh, it’s me next!” With that, Xu Muli took the dice and threw them out. One showed two dots, and the other showed six dots, totaling eight points.
A smug smile appeared on Xu Muli’s face. It was time for the next player.
Xu Muli turned around and explained the rules of the game to Liuli.
It was actually very simple.
The game involved rolling two dice with a total of seven points. If the dice added up to seven, the player could choose who would be the drinker.
If the total was eight, the player could increase the number of glasses, and if it was nine, the player could impose a punishment on someone.
This game would be more fun with more people.
Xu Muli had rolled an eight earlier, indicating that she would be the drinker at the designated nine o’clock. If she didn’t like it, she could add another glass.
No wonder she had thrown eight points earlier and smiled smugly.
Liuli was at two o’clock, so she was naturally free. She could just sit back and watch the show.
Liuli felt a little down. Why did she still want to drink?
Even though she didn’t have to drink now, there was no guarantee it wouldn’t be her turn next!
Xu Muli’s idea wasn’t the best!
After one round, Xu Muli rolled seven points first, and two people rolled nine. Tang Moxi was the last to go.
“What do you want Brother Moxi to roll?” Xu Muli asked with a smile.
“It doesn’t matter if it’s not seven, eight, or nine!” Liuli replied, also smiling.
Rolling seven would offend someone, rolling eight would offend those at the extremes, and rolling nine would be unlucky. So, it was best to roll any other number. No need to drink or offend anyone, and they could still enjoy the game.
In the end, Tang Moxi also rolled two points.
Everyone laughed and accused him of cheating. How could it be such a coincidence? Both of them rolled the same number.
Tang Moxi rolled again. It was still two points.
Everyone had nothing else to say.
After the rolls, the punishments began.
Seventh was Xu Muli, and Jiu happened to be her girlfriend, Yanzi, while the other person was Fengwei’s girlfriend.
Xu Muli could only point at her girlfriend, Yanzi, to drink.
Yanzi glanced at Xu Muli and said, “I’ll get drunk tonight. You have to take me home!”
She picked up her glass and was about to drink when she heard Xu Muli say, “I didn’t say you had to drink a lot!”
“Yanzi has a high alcohol tolerance. If we don’t punish her enough, she won’t be able to showcase her strength.”
“Let’s just have her drink three glasses!”
Liuli was taken aback when she heard this. Three glasses of wine were basically equivalent to a whole bottle.
If Yanzi didn’t get drunk after drinking that much, she would truly be a champion of the wine country!
“Mumu…” Xu Muting looked at his sister with a warning look.
“Yanzi, you’ll be fine, right?” Xu Muli ignored her brother’s warning and asked Yanzi with a smile.
I can handle one glass, but 1’11 definitely get drunk after three. Can we choose a different punishment?” Yanzi replied with a smile.
She knew when to draw the line.
Although she knew Xu Muli was targeting her, she didn’t directly point it out. Instead, she found another way to get herself out of the situation.
“Alright, choose between truth or dare!” Xu Muli replied.
“Then I’ll go with truth!” Yanzi answered after considering for a moment.
If she chose dare, she didn’t know what more extreme tasks Xu Muli would come up with in the end.
Truth felt safer. Whether she should reveal the truth or not would depend on her own judgment, right?
“How many times have you mentioned this before me?” Xu Muli asked with a smile.
Once! It was my first love, but we broke up many years ago,” Yanzi calmly replied.
“Alright, let’s continue!” Xu Muting said, changing the topic.
Yanzi had lost this round, so now it was her turn to start.
Liuli was bewildered. It felt like she was witnessing a cunning game between princesses in a palace!
As for Tang Moxi, he sat calmly and didn’t interfere.
The second round passed without any mishaps.
In the third round, it was Yanzi with 7, Liuli with 8, and Tang Moxi with 9.
There was no need for any clarification because there was only one person left. That meant Tang Moxi had to drink.
As long as Liuli didn’t add more glasses, Tang Moxi would only have to drink that one glass of wine.
At this moment, Liuli asked seriously,
“I rolled an 8. Do 1 get to decide how much he drinks?”
“Yes!” Xu Muli replied with a mischievous smile. “Don’t tell me you want to increase the number of glasses!”
“No, I’ll just have him take a sip!” Liuli replied.
“Liuli, you’re cheating!”
“Liuli, that’s not fair!
“Liuli…”
Everyone protested.
However, Liuli was firm in her decision. She said she rolled an 8, which meant she got to determine the amount to drink, right?
In the end, no one could argue against her, so they had to let it be.
Then, Tang Moxi seemed to enjoy being taken care of by his wife. He really did just take a sip before setting down the cup.
Everyone looked at him with disdain.
The more they played, the more excited they became.
Liuli felt fortunate. She hadn’t drunk a single drop throughout the game, and she hadn’t needed to make anyone else drink. She was really lucky.
However, just as Liuli was thinking this, she won the next round.
She became the only one with 9, and Tang Moxi surprisingly rolled a 7. So, Liuli started asking.
‘Who’s the 8?
It’s me!” Yanzi said with a smile.
Liuli let out a sigh of relief.
Smiling, she said to Yanzi, “Please, let me drink less.”
‘Why don’t you stop drinking and choose Truth!” Yanzi suggested.
Sure, sure!” Liuli nodded immediately.
It was better if she didn’t drink. Truth was fine.
Yanzi glanced at Tang Moxi and asked, “When was your first time?”
The atmosphere in the private room suddenly turned silent.
It was as if time stood still.
However, amidst the heavy silence, Liuli asked in confusion.
‘What first time?
It was unclear whether Liuli’s question sounded naive or if it was the suddenness of her remark that made the atmosphere feel even more awkward.
“January twenty-sixth! Any questions?”
At this moment, Tang Moxi spoke. His voice was calm and steady.
“No problem at all! Let’s continue!”
He Yi was indeed an expert at livening up the atmosphere. He was the first to turn around and hurriedly said that.
Hence, everyone followed suit.
Liuli turned to look at Tang Moxi in confusion.
What first January 26th?
Wasn’t that yesterday?
Was that referring to her first time getting married?
Could it be that he wanted to do it a second time? Liuli turned to look at Tang Moxi, slightly annoyed.
Tang Moxi turned around and glanced at her.
It was just a glance. In the midst of the look, Liuli suddenly reacted.
Her face instantly burned.
She was so embarrassed that she almost wanted to find a hole to hide in.
That was what Yanzi meant!
But she didn’t do it with Mr. Tang yesterday!
She had never had that first time!
Why did Mr. Tang say that they did it yesterday?
He could just say that they never did it!
However, Liuli quickly understood why.
She and Tang Moxi were already married. He said this to make sure no one overthought about their relationship!
However, it was not appropriate to talk about what happened in the past.
Of course, the best time was when they did it on their wedding day!
Everyone was almost done drinking. In the end, they toasted Tang Moxi and Liuli. Then the gathering ended, and everyone went home.
After exchanging cell phone numbers with Liuli, Xu Muli followed her brother home.
She was wobbling.
Xu Muting had no choice but to hold Xu Muli’s hand, providing support as she walked.
Although Yanzi had also consumed a considerable amount of alcohol, her tolerance was noticeably higher. She followed behind them without showing any visible signs of intoxication.
Once everyone had been safely brought back, Tang Moxi turned around and spoke with Feng Wei before assisting Liuli into the car.
Given their alcohol consumption, Tang Moxi was in no condition to drive. The Tang family’s driver took the wheel instead.
Liuli and Tang Moxi settled into the back seat. While Liuli had previously imbibed some wine, the effects had mostly worn off after the extended play session. However, she found herself unusually talkative at that moment.
“Moxi, does Xu Muli not approve of Yanzi?” Liuli inquired with a hint of curiosity.
“As long as Yanzi is her brother’s girlfriend, Xu Muli won’t fully approve,” Tang Moxi replied calmly.
“Huh? Then why should her brother get married?” Liuli blurted out.
“What about Xu Muting’s marriage?” Tang Moxi countered.
“No, I’m just curious. If Xu Muli doesn’t approve, her brother will find himself in a difficult position. He has to navigate between his sister and his girlfriend. Don’t you think it’s challenging?” Liuli gestured with her hands as she expressed her thoughts.
Can’t you tell that Mumu likes Muting?”
I know. I even think Mumu has a brother complex!” Liuli smiled.
“They’re not biologically related!” Tang Moxi pointed out.
“Huh?” Liuli looked up at Tang Moxi in shock.
“Mumu is the daughter of a close friend of Uncle Xu. When Mumu was very young, her parents tragically passed away, so Uncle Xu adopted her,” Tang Moxi explained.
“Oh, I see!”
“In that case, Xu Muli could marry her brother,” Liuli suggested suddenly.
“Do you think marriage is a child’s game? You can’t simply get married because you want to!” Tang Moxi chuckled.
“But they’re not blood-related, so why can’t they get married?”
“We were even engaged before we were born. According to your logic, we could all be married!” Liuli blurted out.
Tang Moxi lowered his head and glanced at Liuli. He smiled faintly but remained silent.
“Am I right?” Liuli smiled awkwardly.
“It’s not as simple as you think.”
“If Xu Muli were a child bride, then maybe it could happen.”
“But Xiao Mumu was adopted by the Xu family as their daughter!
“Can a daughter marry her brother?” Tang Moxi posed the question.
“Poor Mumu,” Liuli couldn’t help but express her sympathy.
“But did you even ask Xu Muting what he thinks?”
“What is he thinking?”
I don’t know!
“If you don’t know, why are you still talking about it?”
“I’m just reminding you not to make assumptions.”
“Marriage requires mutual consent.”
Tang Moxi playfully pinched Liuli’s nose and reminded her, “Don’t just focus on one perspective.”
“Feelings can develop over time.”
“Just look at us…” Liuli’s voice trailed off.
Did they have feelings for each other now?
It didn’t seem so.
They simply had a stronger bond and better understanding.
“What about us?” Tang Moxi looked at Liuli curiously.
“We… we get along really well!” Liuli tilted her head and forced a smile.
“Are you saying we already have deep feelings for each other?” Tang Moxi continued to inquire.
Isn’t it? You’re my husband now!” Liuli held onto Tang Moxi’s arm and replied.
So, can I assume that you love me deeply and can’t bear to be without me?”
Liuli watched as Tang Moxi blinked, momentarily taken aback.
In the next moment, he burst into laughter.
“The weather is lovely today. Look at how round the moon is!”
“Liuli, today is the 27th day of the lunar calendar,” Tang Moxi gently reminded her.
“Uncle, you’re so mean! Why do you always tease me? Can’t you agree with me just once?” Liuli pouted and protested.
“Alright, little one. Look at how round and bright the moon is. You can even see the Moon Goddess!” Tang Moxi relented with a smile.
Liuli was left speechless.
I asked you to agree with me, but I didn’t ask you to lie through your teeth.
“Goddess, is she beautiful?” Liuli asked with a smile.
“Not as pretty as my wife!” Tang Moxi replied.
Really?” Liuli smiled even more happily.
“Do I need to prove it?” Tang Moxi smiled.
“Sure, go on!” Liuli nodded vigorously.
She just wanted to see how Uncle would prove it.
Liuli’s head instantly turned to mush.
Staring at Mr. Tang in a daze, she widened her eyes.
Tang Moxi finally let go of her and looked down at her helplessly.
“With your expression, others will think that I was forcing on you!”
“Isn’t it…” But she was too chocked to say anything more.
“What is it?” Tang Moxi asked mischievously.
“I don’t know what you’re talking about,” Liuli replied, her face flushed. She turned around and fixed her gaze on the partition.
It was in that moment that she realized why Mr. Tang had been so daring. The backseat provided a relatively secluded space, free from prying eyes.
No need to worry about being seen!
A spark ignited in Liuli’s eyes.
She turned back to face Tang Moxi and smiled.
Tang Moxi looked at her, curiosity evident in his expression. He wondered what this mischievous girl had in mind.
“Tang Moxi, you really… have feelings for me, don’t you?” Liuli asked, pausing briefly.
“What do you mean by ’feelings’?” Tang Moxi responded with a playful smile.
“You just love me very much!” Liuli retorted, her voice tinged with frustration. “I do like you a lot!” Tang Moxi affirmed, nodding his head.
“Then confess to me!” Liuli said, a mischievous smile playing on her lips.
“What would you like to hear?” Tang Moxi asked, a hint of amusement in his tone.
“Aren’t men supposed to be experts at confessing their love?” Liuli protested.
“Why are you asking me that?” Tang Moxi chuckled.
“Liuli, let’s build a happy life together.”
“I’ll be here, supporting you as you grow and excel.”
“When the time comes, we can start a family and raise children with love and dedication.”
“All…” Liuli stared at Tang Moxi, her mouth hanging open in surprise, taking a while to regain her composure.
Was this how people confessed their love?
Weren’t confessions supposed to be filled with sweet words like ‘1 love you, you’re the only one for me, I adore you, you’re the most beautiful’?
Why did Mr. Tang’s confession sound so practical, grounded, and realistic?
“Do you want me to continue?” Tang Moxi leaned in and playfully pecked Liuli’s slightly open mouth, asking with amusement.
“I didn’t hear anything, 1 didn’t hear anything,” Liuli quickly replied, covering her face in embarrassment.
How mortifying!
Who would make a confession like that!
“It’s alright if you didn’t hear it. If you want to hear it, just let me know. 1 can repeat it anytime!” Tang Moxi reassured her, a smile on his face.
Liuli peeked through her fingers and glanced at Tang Moxi, feeling utterly defeated by his unconventional confession.
How could he say something like a confession so unromantically?
“Tang Moxi, I think we should make a post- marriage agreement!” Liuli said after thinking for a while.
“A post-marriage agreement?” Tang Moxi asked Liuli with interest.
Liuli let go and nodded seriously.
“Yes, having clear rights and obligations for both of us is a good idea. It
provides more assurance,” Tang Moxi agreed.
“You think I’m afraid that you’ll bully me!” Liuli chuckled.
“Well, I can’t bully you, so it’s wise for us to establish an agreement,” Liuli responded.
“Alright, think about how to draft it. Just bring it over and let me sign it,” Tang Moxi responded.
“Okay, okay!” Liuli nodded eagerly.
She found Mr. Tang to be very accommodating.
On their way back, Liuli contemplated how to draft the marriage agreement.
Regardless of whether they continued living together or not, she believed in mutual respect and cooperation during their marriage.
Liuli was the type of person who acted promptly after making a decision.
Upon returning to the Tang family’s house, they first visited Grandpa.
Afterward, Liuli took a shower and started drafting the marriage agreement with a pen.
It took her nearly two hours to carefully think it through before finally falling asleep.
Coincidentally, Mr. Tang returned to the bedroom from his study.
Adhering to the principles of equality and respect, Liuli believed that she should print the agreement officially.
She wanted Mr. Tang to review it first, and if any additions or modifications were necessary, they could be made promptly.
Liuli took the A4 paper she had written on and turned to Mr. Tang.
“Brother Moxi, I’ve drafted the agreement. 1 can read it to you and see if you want to make any changes or additions!”
“Wait a moment. Let me take a shower first. You can read it to me later,” Tang Moxi replied.
“Sure, go ahead and shower!” Liuli waved her hand.
She turned her attention back to the paper, thinking it would be wise to recopy it before reading it to Mr. Tang, just in case she had made any errors or misunderstandings.
Hence, Liuli took another piece of A4 paper and began to copy the agreement with great seriousness.
As she copied, she started to recognize the words. What were they?
When Tang Moxi walked out of the bathroom, Liuli had finally finished copying the messy agreement.
Tang Moxi approached and sat down on the sofa.
“Are you done?”
“This is the first draft. Brother Moxi, if you find anything inappropriate, you
can make adjustments or add anything that needs to be added.”
“Of course, it would be even better if there’s no need to modify it. Hehe!” Liuli held the rewritten agreement and smiled.
“Read it to me first!” Tang Moxi nodded.
“Brother Moxi, don’t you dry your hair after washing it?” Liuli noticed Tang
Moxi’s wet hair and asked in surprise.
“It’ll dry soon!” Tang Moxi didn’t mind.
“How can you say that? It’s easy to catch a cold in this weather. Besides, it can also cause headaches when you get older!”
“Wait a moment. I’ll get the hairdryer to dry it for you.” Saying that, Liuli put down the A4 paper and walked towards the bathroom.
Tang Moxi picked up the paper and glanced at it, unable to hide his smile.
Liuli returned with the hairdryer and plugged it in. She helped Tang Moxi dry his wet hair.
It was the first time Tang Moxi had allowed a girl to dry his hair.
His scalp was somewhat sensitive, so he never let anyone touch his head.
But in that moment, Liuli was gently blow-drying his hair.
Tang Moxi sat there quietly, feeling the warm breeze caressing his hair, and her fingers brushing against it from time to time.
Although it felt a little itchy, he didn’t reject it.
After a while, Liuli stopped blowing and turned off the hairdryer, unplugging
“It’s almost dry. The rest will dry naturally.” With that, Liuli returned the hairdryer to the bathroom.
Tang Moxi reached out to touch his hair. It was nearly dry.
A faint smile formed at the corners of his lips, and his heart softened.
Liuli returned from the bathroom and sat in the empty seat next to Tang Moxi.
She took the A4 paper, cleared her throat, and began to speak.
“I turned 18 this year…” Liuli paused and glanced at Tang Moxi. She spoke
cautiously, “Brother Moxi, 1 already know all this. 1 won’t waste time explaining it!”
Tang Moxi looked at her but remained silent, waiting for her to continue reading.
Liuli straightened her back, gathered her courage, and continued,
“So Brother Moxi, you can’t force an 18-year-old girl to do something she doesn’t want to do.”
“Here are a few rules I’ve come up with for our marriage. We will abide by them together.”
“First, I’ll sleep on the bed, and you can sleep on the sofa. Of course, if you disagree, we can switch. I’ll sleep on the sofa, and you can have the bed!” “Second, you have to act like you don’t know me in public. Especially when I return to school, you can’t refer to me as your wife.”
“Third, the marriage will last for two years. We will sign a divorce agreement upfront to ensure that you won’t go back on your word.”
“Of course, if both of us decide to continue this unconventional relationship,
this rule will automatically become void.”
“Fourth, you have to provide me with monthly allowance. Of course, if 1,000
yuan isn’t enough, 500 yuan will suffice!”
“Do you have any objections? If you do, please let me know!”
Liuli turned to look at Mr. Tang.
“I agree, but 1 have an additional condition!” Tang Moxi replied.
“What is it?” Liuli asked eagerly, secretly delighted. Mr. Tang was truly easy to negotiate with!
“Help me have two children first! One each year!” Tang Moxi responded casually.
“Huh?” Liuli was taken aback.
It took her a while to regain her composure.
“You’re teasing me, Uncle!”