I was criticized on a dating reality show, but I retaliated and became an internet sensation.

Before the fireworks had faded, a roaring sound of propellers suddenly came from afar into the night sky.

Two helicopters flew in from the direction of the coastline, with two huge banners hanging below their fuselages, slowly unfurling in the night breeze.

The first banner read: "Gu Yan, your salary card must be handed over to Zi Zi after marriage!"

The second banner read: "Do all the housework, or we'll knock on your door in the middle of the night!"

The entire audience was stunned for a second, then overwhelmed by a burst of laughter and cheers.

The helicopter slowly descended and hovered over the beach.

The hatch opened, and Fang Ran and Qiao Yue could stick their heads out.

Each of them held a bouquet of flowers, while the other held up a large light sign with several words flashing on it:

"Shuzi Global Fan Club - Always Supporting Our President"

Shu Zi froze, looking up at the two figures in the air, her eyes instantly reddening again: "...Why are they here?"

Gu Yan followed her gaze and glanced at her, his tone tinged with amusement: "They said that we can't miss such an important day."

On the helicopter, Fang Ran shouted through a megaphone:

"Gu Yan! Listen up!"

"If anyone dares to treat my Zizi badly, our group of girlfriends won't take it lying down!"

"Watch out, or the two of us will blow your roof off in a helicopter!"

Qiao Yue nodded vigorously from the side: "Yes! Lift it up!"

The laughter from the audience grew even louder.

Shu Zi was both crying and laughing, and she raised her hand to cover her face.

Gu Yan pulled her into his arms and nodded slightly toward the sky, acknowledging the "threat".

On the helicopter, Fang Ran, holding a megaphone, added another sentence:

"Shu Xiaozhi! Remember this! Don't suffer in silence if you're wronged; we're always there when you call!"

Qiao Yueke chimed in, "That's right! We'll be the first to object if anyone dares to bully you!"

Shu Zi lifted her head from Gu Yan's embrace, nodded forcefully towards the air, her voice choked with emotion:

"knew!"

Fang Ran and Qiao Yue exchanged a glance, then retreated back into the cabin with satisfaction.

The helicopter circled once and flew back in the direction it had come from, leaving two banners fluttering in the night wind.

This scene was witnessed by netizens who had just had the server repaired, and the chat exploded again:

[Hahaha, the sisterhood is so hardcore! They even brought a helicopter to show their support!]

Gu Yan's nod was hilarious; it felt like a powerful figure being forced to accept negotiation terms.

[Gu Yan: My wife's group of girlfriends, I don't want to mess with them]

[Zizi is so cute, crying and laughing at the same time. Tonight's tears are worthless series]

[Tonight's fireworks, helicopters, and cruise ship lights—Gu Yan, you've really gone all out with the spectacle!]

At the same time, a new post appeared on the newly repaired Weibo account.

Gu's Group V:

"That brat finally married me! I've watched Nuonuo grow up since she was little, and I've always treated her like my own daughter."

@舒姿ziV, Nuo Yatou, if Gu Yan dares to treat you badly, just tell me and I'll break his legs.

Besides, you'll be in charge of the Gu family's assets from now on; this kid just needs to focus on making money.

The comment section exploded instantly.

[Wow, Mr. Gu personally intervened! This is the attitude a wealthy father-in-law should have!]

[Waaaaah, I can do without my father-in-law, but could I at least have a share of these assets?]

[Gu's father: My son was adopted, my daughter is my own.]

[Gu Yan: So I'm just an employee?]

[Hahaha, Gu Yan's status is obvious: Zi Zi > Cat > Gu Yan]

[Shu Zi: Thank you, Dad. Gu Yan: ???]

Not long after, the official Weibo account of Shu's Group also posted an update.

Shu's Group V:

"From childhood to adulthood, Nuonuo has always been the apple of my eye."

@顾延V, you little rascal, I knew you had ulterior motives when you came to our house for free meals when we were kids, and sure enough, you got your way after all this time.

Now that you've accepted the proposal, treat her well. If I find out you've made her suffer even the slightest grievance, the Shu Corporation's legal department won't stand a chance!

The comment section was instantly flooded with comments after the two Weibo posts were published.

[Hahahaha, Shu's dad's tone is the perfect template for a father-in-law who can't stand his son-in-law anymore.]

[Childhood Meals, Free Meals, and Impure Thoughts—Tsk, it turns out President Gu's true feelings were never hidden since childhood.]

[Hahahaha, Gu Yan: Am I even their biological son? Both sides are threatening me!]

[Childhood sweethearts + mutual commitment + family approval + I agreed too!!!]

These two companies have dominated Weibo's trending topics tonight; my hands are sore from scrolling so much, but I just can't stop!

The entire internet is witnessing the birth of a high-society marriage, and my favorite couple is childhood sweethearts! Perfect ending!

So now Gu Yan's money belongs to Shu Zi, and Shu Zi's money still belongs to Shu Zi. Hahahaha, perfect!

Therefore, Gu Yan's current situation is: wife > father-in-law > biological father > cat > himself.

[Summary: Gu Yan, the lowest-paid laborer in the family]

Shortly after the Shu Group posted on Weibo, the Gu Group's official Weibo account appeared in the comments section.

Gu's Group V: Reply to @Shu's Group V:

"Old Shu, don't get excited, don't get excited. Nuonuo is part of our family now, don't worry, I'll definitely treat her better than you do. Just stay home and enjoy your retirement, hahahahaha."

A few minutes later, the official Weibo account of Shu's Group replied:

Shu's Group V: Reply to @Gu's Group V:

"……screw you!"

[Hahaha, the two chairmen are playfully bantering in the comments section, what an amazing scene!]

[Gu's Dad: Lao Shu, don't get excited, we're family now. (giggles a rose) Shu's Dad: Get lost! That's hilarious! Hahahaha]

[The Right Way to Run a Marriage Between Wealthy Families: A Battle of Wits Between Two Fathers]

This scene is too beautiful for me to bear.

[Gu's father: I won. Shu's father: ...My daughter has been kidnapped.]

[The style of the "high society" drama tonight is getting more and more down-to-earth, hahaha]

[lol, tonight's finale turned from a grand proposal drama into a bickering episode between the in-laws]

[I suggest the production team do a live stream for the two dads; I'd be willing to pay to watch!]

As the fireworks faded, the night breeze, carrying the salty scent of the sea, swept across the beach.

Gu Yan took off his suit jacket and draped it over her shoulders.

Shu Zi looked down at the ring on her ring finger, gently turned it, then looked up and waved her hand in front of him:

"When did you prepare this?"

Gu Yan's gaze fell on her fingertips: "From the day you agreed to be my girlfriend."

Shu Zi was taken aback: "So early... So you've been smiling all day because of this?"

"Um."

"It must have been tough holding back, right?"

"It's alright." He paused for a moment, "It's just that you almost caught me."

Shu Zi gave a soft hum, raised her hand with the ring to her eyes, looked at it a few more times in the moonlight, then lowered her hand, leaned closer to him, and rested her head on his shoulder.

Gu Yan put his arm around her shoulder and lowered his head to place a kiss on the top of her head.

In the distance, Su Yanhuan finally recovered, sniffed, and her voice was still trembling with tears:

"Waaaaah, this is so touching... I'm crying so much my makeup is ruined..."

She turned to look at Jiang Yunyou, "Did you bring any makeup touch-ups?"

Jiang Yunyou touched his suit pocket, then looked up at her:

"...Why would I carry around a makeup touch-up kit?"

Su Yanhuan glared at him: "How come you weren't prepared at all!"

Jiang Yunyou opened his mouth, then closed it again, silently taking out a pack of tissues from his pocket and handing it over.

Su Yanhuan took it, pulled out a bill, and blew her nose.

She said softly, "It's fine."