My Ares Son-in-Law

In the past, during breaks or after school, she was always surrounded by many classmates. No matter they were lively and cheerful boys or quiet and delicate girls, they all showed great enthusiasm and friendliness towards her.

This time, Sophie seemed to be back on campus. Everyone around her greeted her as before, with kindness and joy in their eyes.

Their greetings were mixed with light-hearted jokes and humorous banter, and the air was filled with a relaxed and joyful atmosphere that made people involuntarily want to get closer and share the joy.

In the distance, in a corner of the auditorium, two young men were standing under a lush tree, immersed in their conversation. Their occasional laughter drifted gently in the breeze.

Suddenly, their eyes turned to Sophie, who was chatting and laughing with someone not far away, and a look of surprise appeared on their faces.

The man on the right is wearing a neat shirt and a pair of gold-rimmed glasses. His eyes behind the lenses sparkle with wisdom. He has a gentle temperament and his every move reveals the calmness and competence unique to professionals. One can't help but guess that he might be a lawyer or other professional who also requires rigorous thinking.

He turned to look at his companion, a playful smile on his face, as if expressing surprise at an unexpected discovery:

"I thought the rumors about Sophie already having a fiancé were just nonsense, but I didn't expect it to be true. And judging from the appearance of that young man, he seems to be much younger than I imagined. This is not good for us. It seems that we should prepare a special blessing for her as soon as possible."

His voice was low and magnetic, revealing a sense of unwillingness and a bit of provocation.

The man on the left is wearing a well-cut business T-shirt, dark trousers, and a pair of shiny leather shoes. His overall outfit exudes the style and bearing unique to successful people.

However, at this moment, his brows were tightly furrowed, as if he was in great confusion and puzzlement. His eyes were fixed on Sophie and the young man beside her who were talking intimately not far away, his eyes were full of astonishment and disbelief.

"Hmph, what fiancé? He's just pretending." He sneered, with a hint of disdain and contempt in his tone.

"I have already secretly investigated the boy's background. He is just a bumpkin from the mountains. I don't know how he got lucky, but he inherited the identity of Sophie's fiancé. It's really ridiculous.

Maybe he was just a cover for Sophie to cope with the pressure at home or for some other purpose.

Even if he is really Sophie's fiancé, so what? After all, we haven't gotten married yet, everything is uncertain, I still have a chance..."

His words revealed a kind of unwillingness and persistence, as if he had never really given up on pursuing Sophie.

The man on the right seemed calmer and more objective. He carefully looked at Sophie and the young man in the distance, with a thoughtful gleam in his eyes.

"The movements were indeed very intimate and natural, without any stiffness or affectation." He said slowly, "It seems that their relationship is not fake. Especially Sophie, when she looked at that man, the emotion in her eyes was so sincere and affectionate, which was definitely not fake."

There was a hint of regret in his tone, as if he also had some unspeakable sense of loss in his heart about Sophie's upcoming marriage. The man on the left had a few traces of unwillingness and mixed emotions in his eyes: "Look at the man's outfit, from head to toe, it's estimated that the total cost is no more than 300 yuan, this condition is obviously not very good.

I'm afraid it would be inappropriate for me to ask directly, and it would seem too presumptuous.

But you and Sophie used to be in the same club, so you have a close relationship and it’s easier for you to talk to each other. Why don’t you help me find out about him…” There was a hint of pleading and expectation in his words, and it was obvious that he was very concerned about this matter.

Hearing this, the man with glasses nodded slightly, with an understanding smile on his face: "Okay, since you said so, then I'll give it a try. But don't be too anxious, love matters always have to be taken slowly."

After saying that, he straightened his clothes, then took a step forward and walked towards Sophie.

"Sophie, long time no see, our school beauty is getting prettier and prettier!" He walked up to Sophie with a sincere smile on his face, and stretched out his right hand, as if he wanted to grasp this long-lost friendship. His voice was gentle and magnetic, making people feel particularly comfortable.

Sophie was stunned for a moment, obviously not expecting to meet her old club friends here.

She looked at him carefully, and then a charming smile appeared on her lips: "Zhang Kai, right? I remember you, we were indeed in the same club before. Why are you here too? And you recognize me? It's really rare."

There was a hint of surprise and emotion in her tone, as if time had gone back at this moment to those carefree days in the club.

"As for the title of school belle, you used to disdain such false reputation. Why are you teasing me like this now?" Sophie continued, with a mischievous gleam in her eyes, as if she wanted to find back some of the past fun and memories from Zhang Kai.

"I was stupid before. I didn't know how to cherish the people in front of me. I just blindly pursued those illusory things." Zhang Kai said with a smile, with a hint of self-mockery and relief in his tone, as if he was making a gentle criticism and reconciliation with his past self.

A hint of nostalgia flashed across his eyes, but it was quickly replaced by the reality before him.

Then, his eyes fell on Xiao Chen, and a warm smile appeared on his face: "What is the name of this handsome guy? To be favored by our Sophie, he must have something extraordinary."

There was a hint of curiosity and inquiry in his tone, and he was obviously quite interested in Xiao Chen's identity and background.

Hearing this, Sophie introduced her gracefully: "This is my fiancé, Xiao Chen. We have come here specially to attend this class reunion today, and we also want to share our happiness with everyone." There was a bit of sweetness and pride in her voice, as if she was declaring her love and commitment to Xiao Chen to the world.

Hearing this, Zhang Kai took the initiative to extend his hand, shook hands with Xiao Chen, and said with a smile: "My name is Zhang Kai. I also had a crush on Sophie before, but unfortunately I never had the chance. When I saw you today, I was so envious and jealous. You took away our school beauty. I don't know how many male compatriots will be heartbroken today."

There was a hint of humor and ridicule in his tone, trying to ease the slightly awkward atmosphere. (End of this chapter)