You said you were going to make games, how did you become the richest man without doing anything?

The early summer sun peeked through the clouds, softly bathing the rooftop terrace of the Sky City Hotel in the coastal city. The entire terrace had been transformed into a fairytale wedding venue—a snow-white floral archway stood in the center, adorned with fresh white and pink champagne roses, interspersed with pale purple hydrangeas and baby's breath. Transparent crystal chairs surrounded the archway, and the carpet was covered in petals, resembling a luminous path leading to the hall of happiness.

The air is filled with the sweet fragrance of roses and sea breeze, while in the distance, the sea crashes against the rocks, playing a natural prelude.

At this moment, Lu Yu was standing in front of the floor-to-ceiling window of the hotel's groom's lounge, wearing a well-tailored black custom suit with a white iris boutonniere pinned to his chest. His expression was both calm and filled with an irrepressible smile.

"Lu Yu, you're usually as cold as an iceberg when it comes to contracts, but today you're so nervous you even wore your watch backwards."

The voice came from his colleague Mo Xiaoxuan, who was holding a glass of champagne, leaning against the door with a joking smile on his lips.

Lu Yu looked down and saw that the watch was indeed facing outwards. He couldn't help but laugh and scold, "Stop being so glib. I'm the groom later. You're in charge of keeping an eye on Chu Xiong and making sure he doesn't get drunk and cause trouble."

Chu Xiong pushed the door open and came in, looking indignant: "Hey, hey, hey, I'm here to support you, not to cause trouble, okay? But speaking of which, this wedding is really extravagant. Just look at the flower arrangement; I suspect that Hua Wu personally directed it."

Speaking of the flower dance, she walked in just then. Her light gold dress made her look dignified and gentle. She patted Chu Xiong on the shoulder and said, "You have good taste. I did help design this flower arrangement."

Wan Xiaotong then walked in, carrying a small gift box, which she mysteriously placed in Lu Yu's hand: "This is a wedding gift from several of us. You can open it when you're toasting."

Laughter and lighthearted banter eased the tense atmosphere considerably. Lu Yu stood in front of the mirror, adjusting his bow tie, his heart gradually filling with anticipation—soon, he would see Liu Mengyuan, dressed in a wedding gown, walking step by step towards him from the other end of the flower archway.

At 10:00 AM sharp, the wedding music began to play, and the red carpet at the hotel entrance was already lined with guests who had come to offer their congratulations.

First to arrive were Lu Yu's parents—his father, Lu Youkang, wore a dark gray suit and his expression was filled with undisguised joy; his mother, Gao Xiuli, wore a light blue dress, and walked arm in arm with her husband, nodding and smiling frequently at the media cameras.

Following closely behind was Liu Mengyuan's mother, Chen Lan, who wore an elegant champagne-gold gown, her demeanor dignified, and a gentle smile on her face. As soon as she entered the venue, many guests came forward to exchange pleasantries, after all, as Liu Mengyuan's mother, she was one of the key figures in this wedding.

"Auntie, you look beautiful today." Hua Wu greeted Chen Lan with a smile and led her to the front row of guests. Chen Lan's gaze casually swept across the entire venue, clearly very satisfied with the wedding arrangements.

Company colleagues arrived one after another, some taking photos in small groups, others writing their blessings on the sign-in wall. Chu Xiong, carrying a camera, snapped pictures everywhere like a professional photographer, not forgetting to boast, "Don't worry, every photo I take today is one you can keep as a wedding memento for ten years!"

At 11:30, the emcee walked onto the stage and, accompanied by light and solemn background music, announced the official start of the wedding.

The sea breeze, carrying the fragrance of flowers, caressed their faces, and the white curtains swayed gently in the air, as if the sky were sending them blessings. The groomsmen and bridesmaids made their entrance first, with Mo Xiaoxuan and Chu Xiong leading the way as groomsmen, while Hua Wu and Wan Xiaotong, as bridesmaids, linked arms with each other.

As the music changed, a beautiful piano melody flowed out, and all eyes were drawn to the other end of the flower arch.

Liu Mengyuan slowly appeared—she wore a custom-made long-train wedding dress, the snow-white lace shimmering subtly in the sunlight. Beneath her veil, her smile remained unchanged, her eyes filled with a clear and resolute gaze. In her hands she held a bouquet of white roses and light pink peonies, each step she took on a carpet strewn with petals, as if walking towards a long-promised dream.

Chen Lan, arm in arm with her daughter, led her step by step to the center of the stage. Lu Yu stepped forward, bowed slightly, and took her hand. At that moment, their eyes met in the air, and they both understood the unspoken message in each other's hearts—"I've been waiting for you for a long time."

The emcee asked the newlyweds to recite their vows to each other. Lu Yu's voice was steady and powerful:
"Liu Mengyuan, from this day forward, whether in good times or bad, I will always be your most steadfast support. I will walk with you through spring, summer, autumn and winter, and protect you for the rest of my life."

Liu Mengyuan's voice was gentle yet firm:
"Lu Yu, I want to share every laugh with you, and I want to share every sorrow with you. No matter what the future holds, I will hold your hand tightly and never let go."

The moment they exchanged rings, the sea breeze seemed to pause for a second, and sunlight shone through the gaps in the clouds onto their tightly clasped hands, as if crowning their vow.

"Now, the groom may kiss the bride," the emcee announced with a smile.

Applause and cheers surged like a tide. Lu Yu gently lifted Liu Mengyuan's veil, lowered his head, and kissed her lips—a kiss that was both tender and firm, like writing a period that would never fade, yet also a new beginning.

The luncheon was held in the hotel's rooftop ballroom, with floor-to-ceiling windows offering panoramic ocean views. The tables were laden with exquisite dishes and champagne, while a large screen in the center played videos documenting the couple's journey from meeting to falling in love. The videos included pranks by colleagues, romantic moments from their travels, and the quiet warmth of everyday life.

Mo Xiaoxuan was the first to stand up and raise her glass: "Come on, everyone, let's toast to the newcomers!"

Chu Xiong then took the microphone and laughed, "Lu Yu, you're usually seen as the 'iron-blooded manager' at the company, but I never expected you to be so romantic when it comes to love. Sister Mengyuan, it's a good thing you won him over, otherwise half of the girls in our company would probably have been scared away by him."

Hua Wu and Wan Xiaotong took turns offering their blessings. Hua Wu said gently, "May you always be the most beautiful scenery in each other's eyes."

Wan Xiaotong jokingly added, "Don't forget to have a baby, then we'll be the godmothers."

Lu Yu's father, Lu Jianguo, stood up, raised his glass to all the guests, and said, "Today, seeing our son get married and start a family, we parents have only one word in our hearts—joy. Thank you all for witnessing their happiness."

Chen Lan smiled and held her daughter's hand: "Mengyuan, I'm very relieved that you chose Lu Yu. May your marriage be as clear and long-lasting as the sea breeze today."

As the banquet drew to a close, gasps of surprise rang out from the terrace—the first firework burst into the night sky, followed by a second and a third, their vibrant colors illuminating the entire sea.

Liu Mengyuan leaned on Lu Yu's shoulder, gazing up at the dazzling lights: "Did you prepare this?"

Lu Yu nodded, his voice low: "I want you to remember that every moment of today is for you."

Fireworks bloomed in the night sky, waves lapped against the shore, and laughter, applause, and blessings intertwined to create an eternal melody. That night, their story came to a perfect end, and a new chapter began.

As the wedding banquet drew to a close, the clinking of champagne glasses and the chatter of guests in the sky banquet hall gradually subsided. A sea breeze blew in through the half-open floor-to-ceiling windows, carrying the coolness of the night and the salty smell of the sea, stirring the flower petals and candle flames on the tables.

After seeing off the last table of guests, Lu Yu turned around and saw Liu Mengyuan talking quietly with her mother, Chen Lan. The lamplight shone on her fair face, carrying the gentle weariness unique to a day of laughter.

"Are you tired?" Lu Yu walked over and gently tidied a few strands of her hair.

Liu Mengyuan shook her head with a faint smile: "I'm very happy today, I don't feel tired at all."

As the guests gradually dispersed, hotel staff quietly tidied the banquet hall, adjusting the lighting to a softer, warmer yellow. When only the two of them remained, even the sound of the waves seemed clearer in the air. The hotel had specially prepared a top-floor ocean-view suite for the newlyweds. Pushing open the door, they were greeted by a panoramic view of the night outside the floor-to-ceiling windows—the sea was dark and tranquil, and the distant lighthouse twinkled with a lonely yet warm light. Inside, a bottle of champagne and a bouquet of white roses sat, and the soft carpet made every step silent.

Liu Mengyuan kicked off her high heels, gently sat on the sofa, picked up the bouquet of white roses and smelled them: "Do you remember? The day my first business failed, you bought me a bouquet of roses."

Lu Yu smiled slightly, took off his coat and hung it up: "Back then, your face was covered in dust, the office desk collapsed, and the two of us sat on the floor. We couldn't even afford to order takeout."

“Yes,” Liu Mengyuan pursed her lips, her eyes filled with warm memories. “I cried so badly that day, and you teased me, saying, ‘Nobody will want you if you cry and ruin your makeup,’ and then you turned around and ran out. Half an hour later, you came back with a bouquet of roses in your hand.”

Lu Yu walked to her side and took her hand: "Because I don't want you to forget—no matter how badly we lose, we still have to smile and keep going when we wake up tomorrow."

The sound of the waves outside the window seemed to be background music. Liu Mengyuan leaned on Lu Yu's shoulder and said softly, "In the days that followed, we got up at six o'clock every morning and squeezed onto the subway to go to that dilapidated shared office."

"I remember the elevator was always broken, and we had to climb to the eighth floor," Lu Yu added with a smile. "In the summer, we were covered in sweat, and in the winter, our hands were frozen stiff, and we still had to rush to complete the client's proposal."

Liu Mengyuan smiled, but her eyes were slightly moist: "Once you had a high fever but still insisted on meeting a client, and you almost fainted in the conference room."

“If we hadn’t closed that deal, the company would have gone under.” Lu Yu squeezed her hand. “Fortunately, you took over the second half of the deal and even got the contract signed.”

They talked back and forth, like flipping through a thick photo album—

There are takeout boxes for people rushing to finish a project in the early hours of the morning;

There was an embarrassing situation where they had to count coins at a convenience store to pay for printing.
On a rainy day, the two of them huddled under a broken umbrella, their shoes soaked through, yet they still laughed as they ran back to the office in their disheveled state.

And then there was the night I laughed like a child in an empty subway station when I received my first big order.

Each chapter is marked by hardship, yet they also shine with their unique light.

Lu Yu got up and opened a bottle of champagne. The two wine glasses clinked together gently, making a crisp sound.

Liu Mengyuan took a sip and suddenly smiled, "You know what? Actually, I've wanted to give up several times."

Lu Yu looked at her, his eyes gentle: "I know. But you'll still stay by my side."

“Because I believe in you.” Liu Mengyuan lowered her head, her fingers gently circling the stem of the glass. “Even if it’s difficult, I feel that as long as you’re here, we haven’t lost.”

Lu Yu reached out and gently lifted her chin, making her look directly into his eyes: "From now on, I won't let you work so hard anymore."

Liu Mengyuan smiled like the sea in spring, gently tiptoeing to kiss his lips. This kiss lacked the noise and applause of a wedding; only the two hearts pressed tightly together in the quiet night.

The champagne bubbles gradually subsided, and the sea breeze outside the window stirred the sheer curtains. Lu Yu and Liu Mengyuan stood side by side in front of the floor-to-ceiling window, gazing at the twinkling lights on the distant sea.

"What do you think we'll be like in five years?" Liu Mengyuan asked softly.

“We will have our own company building, with floor-to-ceiling windows in the office overlooking the entire sea.” Lu Yu gazed at the night sky, his tone resolute. “We will travel together with our children, to every place we’ve ever said we’d go.”

Liu Mengyuan smiled and leaned against him: "What about ten years from now?"

"Ten years from now, I will still see you first thing every morning, I will still make you a cup of hot tea when you are tired, and I will still take you to see the sea when you are irritable."

She looked up, her eyes shining: "You'd better keep your word."

"The promise I most want to fulfill in my life is about you." Lu Yu lowered his head and pressed her forehead to his lips.

The clock slowly struck midnight, and the waves outside the window lapped against the shore one after another. The suite was dimly lit, and the air was filled with the scent of champagne and roses.

Liu Mengyuan curled up on the sofa, with the coat Lu Yu had draped over her legs. Watching him clear the table of dishes, she suddenly smiled: "Lu Yu, you've changed."

"What has changed?" Lu Yu turned to look at her.

“You used to always be in a hurry, as if you had something more important to do right away. But today, you walk very slowly, so slowly that I feel you would spend your whole life with me.”

Lu Yu walked over, sat down next to her, and pulled her into his arms: "Because from today onwards, nothing I do is as important as you."

They nestled together quietly, listening to the waves as if listening to the rhythm of each other's heartbeats.

It's a certainty more real than any vow—having weathered storms and arrived at this point, they no longer need to prove anything; they simply need to hold each other's hands and walk towards the future.

The waves continued to murmur softly outside the window, and the night, like a soft velvet, gently covered the world. Lu Yu and Liu Mengyuan sat side by side in front of the French windows, their fingers naturally intertwined, the warmth of their palms passing through their skin, a sense of peace and certainty.

She gently rested her head on his shoulder, her breath matching the rise and fall of his chest. There was no noise, no applause, only this moment—two hearts that had weathered storms, quietly pressed together.

In the distance, the lighthouse's light slowly swept across the sea, illuminating their smiles. In those smiles were memories, the future, and a lifelong promise to stay together.

(The End) (End of Chapter)