Unexpected Second Chance at Love

Feeling proud of himself, Grandfather Ji stuck out his chest a little with his head held high. He was extremely satisfied that he was able to make Lu Tian admit something.

However, thinking back to the lad's words regarding his granddaughter, he heaves a long sigh like a deflating balloon.

"I also hope that Ah Ling will speak her mind."

A bittersweet smile curls on his lip and he thought about the past.

"She can be quite direct about some things, but during the other times, she is too patient and tends to bottle up her true feelings."

Lu Tian didn't want to admit it, but he has to agree with the old man again. His time with his wife has made him come to understand her personality better.

If she wants to speak her mind, she will do so. However, if she doesn't want anyone to know what she is thinking or feeling, she will make sure that nothing slips.

There are times when even he can't read her mind as much as she to him.

Thinking this, he comes to a decision and tells the old man.

"I will ask her about how she feels when she comes home."

Grandfather Ji pause in his steps as he and Lu Tian walked back to the hospital. He turns to glance at the young man then places a hand on his (Lu Tian) shoulder.

"Talk to her, let her know that the wedding is yours and hers. However you both want it to be like, you have my full support."

He lowers his head and gives Lu Tian a meaningful smile.

"Remember, I am Ah Ling's grandfather, but I am also an elder to you. If there is anything troubling you, I'm all ears."

His words fell before he bids Lu Tian goodbye and walk to the door to enter the hospital. He still wanted to talk more, but seeing the sun above was already high, it was time to take his medication.

Lu Tian stood in place without following after the old man. He waited until Grandfather Ji's figure was no longer in sight then head towards the hospital parking lot.

As he leaves Imperial Military Hospital, the woman he was worried about was in a distraught situation.

In the short time that Yue Ling had arrived at Ages of Love, she had already tried on half of the dresses picked out for her.

Most of the dresses were only tried on for no more than 2 minutes. Even she didn't have the chance to look in the mirror or even decide if the dress is the one for her.

Now, she was standing blankly in front of the mirror and her expression turned into one of a lifeless doll.

The dress on her at this moment was a dress designed for a bold bride.

It features a deep sweetheart neckline that is held over the shoulders by thin straps and allowing her back to come into view. The skirt had cascading ruffles that fall elegantly with floral sparkles making any bride look like a vision. The bodice of the dress was traced with Chantilly laces and horsehair trim at the hem of the train.

This dress was designed to be one of a kind. Its beauty can make any groom fall in love all over again when seeing the bride.

However, staring at her reflection wearing the dress, Yue Ling felt otherwise.

Like all the other dresses she was able to see herself try on, she felt it wasn't the right one.

"Oh, my, would look at this. Ah Ling, you are truly a masterpiece in this dress. I almost mistook you for an angel in a painting."

Madam Lu's eyes beam with glistening joy as she clasps her palms together. She felt like a proud mother as the dress was one of the many dresses she had picked out.

She walks over to Yue Ling and sighs with a smile. The second she saw the dress she knew it was the perfect match for her daughter-in-law.

"If Tian was here, he would fall in love with you all over again."

Yue Ling wanted to say something, but seeing Madam Lu's joyous expression, she couldn't bring herself to say what was on her mind. She didn't want to hurt the woman's feelings.

Unlike her, Zhao Ya'Er, Madam Zhao, and Yang Yang were glaring at Madam Lu with envy. They hate to admit it, but the dress she (Madam Lu) had picked was better than the one they chose.

The dress stood out more than all the other ones and it enhances the beauty of Yue Ling. It was as if this dress was made for her.

"D-Does it really looks okay?"

Yue Ling breaks the short silence and stares in the mirror at the three people standing behind her and Madam Lu. She wanted to hear what everyone thought about the dress.

"Okay? Child, you look great."

With a huge grin, Madam Zhao answers and walks over to join the two women in front of the mirror. She reaches down to hold Yue Ling's hand and her other hand raises to caress the girl's cheek.

"You look absolutely stunning."

"I agree. You are a total babe in this wedding dress."

Yang Yang quickly joins in with his answer and walks over to them. He looks at Yue Ling's reflection in the mirror and his eyes turned moist.

"This dress was made for you to wear. Every bride I've worked with could never bring this dress to life. However, you did."

Yue Ling glance at the three people standing by her side She agrees with them about the dress, but there was one thing constantly bothering her.

Is this really the dress she wants to wear on her wedding day?

"Yue Yue, everyone is going to be so jealous of you."

Before she could even think to answer the question in her mind, Zhao Ya'Er walks over to them. She (Zhao Ya'Er) push her mother aside and squeezes in between to stand next to Yue Ling.

She notices that Yue Ling wasn't wearing any jewelry and turns her head to Yang Yang.

"Do you have any pieces of jewelry to match the dress?"

Being reminded of this, Yang Yang snaps his fingers and dashes for the jewelry counter.

"Oh, there is plenty of jewelry here."

He looks back at the four women and winks his eyes.

"But the question is, which one will be the right one for our bride-to-be?"

As he opens the glass cases to the many pieces of jewelry in his shop, Madam Lu and Madam Zhao didn't hesitate to join him in search.

"Wow, Yang Yang, there are so many jewelry here. Will we be able to find a nice set for Ah Ling?"

Madam Zhao's eyes widen in surprise at the many glistening pieces of jewelry. Each item was glistening with diamonds and one can tell they were well taken care of.

Yang Yang felt even prouder of his collection. His nose grew and he stuck his chest out.

"We can definitely find the right set for Yue Ling. All the jewelry here is the best of the best."

He looks down at the glass cases and felt like a mother looking at her straight-A children.

"Each set is of top quality and designed by famous designers from around the world."

His words fell and Madam Lu picks up a jewelry case containing a fringe diamond necklace.

It held a classic style, but the series of graduating pear and marquise shape diamond drops that dangle from links gave it a sensational look.

She held the necklace closer to look and can see that Yang Yang was no lying about the quality of the jewelry.

"No matter how high the price is, put it on my tab."

When Yue Ling heard this, she wanted to tell Madam Lu that she could pay for her own dress and jewelry. After all, she is not short of money. However, she stops herself.

Even if she were to say anything, Madam Lu will not take no for an answer. Since that is the case, she will wait until later and sneak her way to pay.

Deciding this, she stares at the three people discussing the jewelry and she sighs inside.

It was like her day had been reset and she was back to square one.