Special Effects Pheromone - Chap 40

“Do you promise to love him, respect him, comfort him, care for him, and remain faithful to him for the rest of your lives, forsaking all others, in sickness and in health?”

“I do. From now on, we will have each other forever, whether in good or bad times, in riches or poverty, in health or sickness. I will love you, respect you, and cherish you until death do us part.”

Yu Zhao’s tone was calm, and he actually found it strange to make vows for marriage.

He couldn’t say whether he didn’t believe in marriage or didn’t believe in vows.

Qu Jing, on the other hand, was very happy. After completing the ceremony in the church, he hugged Yu Zhao and said, “Now you are officially mine!”

Seeing Qu Jing so happy, Yu Zhao couldn’t help but smile.

Tang Ke sent a photo to Qu Jing and Yu Zhao. In the photo, they were standing in front of the priest, sharing a kiss.

In the dim light through the colored glass, in the chapel without guests, there was a slightly tipsy newlywed couple.

Looking at the photo, Yu Zhao couldn’t help but feel that it wasn’t quite tasteful. He regretted not dressing appropriately for the occasion. He had hastily come to the United States and didn’t bring many good clothes. Surprisingly, the wedding shoes were the same pair he had worn for three years.

Yu Zhao only said, “Isn’t it said that wearing new shoes for the wedding is auspicious?”

Qu Jing said, “It’s okay, it’s okay. Today is an auspicious day, everything will be fine!”

Tang Ke then said, “Should we send this photo to your parents?”

Qu Jing suddenly realized and said nervously, “We got married quietly, didn’t tell our parents! Won’t they be angry when they find out?”

Yu Zhao also felt it was inappropriate: indeed, it was impolite.

Yu Zhao was always very polite. But somehow, today he and Qu Jing impulsively came to Las Vegas to get married.

But Tang Ke said, “Actually, even if you get married in Las Vegas, you still need to register again when you return to China. Why not invite your parents when you register in China? That way, they won’t say anything.”

“That’s right, that’s right.” Qu Jing nodded repeatedly and asked Yu Zhao, “What do you think?”

Yu Zhao said, “You’re right.”

Qu Jing continued, “But we should also consider Duan Keyi’s attitude.”

So, Qu Jing and Yu Zhao took a photo, posted it on their social media, visible only to Duan Keyi, with the caption: “Fear no rumors, march forward courageously!”

Yu Zhao frowned and said, “‘Fear no rumors’ is fine, but why ‘march forward courageously’? What does that have to do with getting married?”

Qu Jing replied, “I don’t know, just for the rhyme.”

Yu Zhao said, “Then why take a selfie?”

Qu Jing said, “No matter what you say on social media, you have to post a selfie. Isn’t it a trend? I see everyone doing it.”

Qu Jing then held Yu Zhao’s hand and said, “Actually, I remember what you told me the day before yesterday.”

“What did I say?” Yu Zhao was a bit confused.

Qu Jing said, “Didn’t you say you wanted to leave the Yu family? Why not resign, and I’ll register a company for you. You can be the boss.”

Yu Zhao was even more confused, “But I haven’t figured out what to do next!”

Qu Jing said, “Although that’s true, if you leave the Yu family, it’s better to do it sooner rather than later. I wasn’t planning to rush you, but seeing all the nonsense that happened in the past few days, it’s better for you not to stay there.”

Yu Zhao listened and thought it made sense, “Even if I leave immediately, I don’t have to start a company right away!”

Qu Jing slapped his thigh with a look of frustration, “You don’t understand! If you resign without finding another job, immediately marry me, what will your family say? I think your brother and that Mr. Duan have a sharp tongue. Last time at the family dinner, you were still handling business at Yu, and they were talking like that. After you leave, they won’t hold back. I think you have to let them see that even after you leave, you’re still a ‘boss,’ then it’s considered having face!”

Yu Zhao hadn’t thought about these things. He felt accustomed to the sarcasm and mockery from Yu Yong and Duan Keyi, and it didn’t bother him. There was no need to go to great lengths just to shut the mouths of the father and son. So, Yu Zhao said, “Since I’m getting married anyway, it doesn’t matter what they say.”

Qu Jing didn’t expect Yu Zhao to be so easygoing and said, “That won’t do either.”

“Why not?”

Qu Jing answered, “Think about it, you haven’t figured out what to do next, right? Maybe you want to work at another company later. If people see you resigning and getting married right away, with a blank resume afterward, it won’t be easy to find a job. You need something on your record. Let’s start a company! The procedures are almost done, right, Tang Ke?”

Qu Jing shifted the conversation to Tang Ke. Tang Ke, caught off guard, hurriedly nodded, “Yes, yes, almost done.” Actually, nothing had been done at all!

Qu Jing’s words were all for Yu Zhao’s sake. Listening to his thoughtful considerations, Yu Zhao found it hard to refuse, “So, what kind of business will the company do?”

Qu Jing asked, “What business should the company do, Tang Ke?”

Tang Ke replied, “Cultural communication.”

“Good, that’s good.” Qu Jing said, “Our Zhao is obviously a cultured person.”

Yu Zhao felt warm hearing this and went back to the hotel to rest. Since he had decided to leave the Yu family, he didn’t bother responding to calls from Yu family members. He silenced his phone, ignoring whatever storm was brewing.

Seeing Yu Zhao resting, Qu Jing hurried to Tang Ke’s room and said, “What about that company? I want to give it to him in a few days!”

In fact, Qu Jing had made up most of the story about this matter. After all, he and Yu Zhao had only discussed this topic a few days ago. He had been in the United States dealing with business matters and couldn’t possibly start a company right away. But by saying these things, he hoped to get Yu Zhao’s agreement.

He just wanted to give him a company so that he wouldn’t lose face in front of the Yu family.

Tang Ke lit a cigarette and said, “Boss, why lie to him right after getting married?”

Qu Jing took Tang Ke’s cigarette, extinguished it, and said, “Once it’s done, it’s not a lie, Is it?”

“Tsk.” Tang Ke looked at the extinguished cigarette and said, “So, what should we do?”

Qu Jing thought for a moment, “Registering is troublesome, with declarations and renting space, hiring people… “

Tang Ke said, “Why not establish a shell company then?”

“You’re talking nonsense!” Qu Jing scolded, “how could I give him a shell company? Is that presentable?”

“Then, setting up something temporarily won’t work either.” Tang Ke said, “According to what you said, going through the process of declarations, renting space, hiring people, won’t that take time?”

“Yes.” Qu Jing calmed down again, thoughtfully considering a solution, “Let’s buy one.”

Tang Ke raised an eyebrow, “Are you trying to buy a company, one with existing employees and premises?”

“Yes.” Qu Jing said.

Tang Ke frowned, “This may not be easy.”

“Why not?” Qu Jing said, “Aren’t there many poorly managed small businesses looking for investment from us? Check which one is more suitable and send me the information—those with offices in the CBD, preferably with high-end decoration, over twenty employees. It doesn’t matter if they’re losing money. After all, what can be sold is usually losing money…”

Tang Ke remained silent.

But Qu Jing said, “Do you have any objections?”

“Yes.” Tang Ke replied, “I think you might be infected with X-virus, affecting your decision-making ability. You’re no longer the Qu Jing I know.”

Qu Jing explained, “I’m doing this for Yu Zhao to have face in front of the Yu family. He’s been through a lot.”