The Joyous Bride Of The Chairman!

Living in this world, everyone has their own destiny, their own life, and their own story; no two people are alike, and no one can interfere in another's fate.

For example, Kristina Dean, whose family was neither of noble lineage nor wealthy enough to break walls with their riches, but in return, her mother and siblings loved her dearly. Since her father passed away, her mother had worked hard to raise her and her siblings to maturity. Now, at twenty-four, Kristina Dean was able to show her gratitude.

But life isn't always a smooth ride!

Having just graduated from university with a degree in teaching, she hasn't found a job yet, so she started tutoring many students to make ends meet. It was during this time she uncovered a shocking secret!

Her boyfriend of nine years, Kendall Chavez, and her good friend, Martha Taylor, were having an affair, not only that, but they also intended to harm her, pushing her into the role of a betrayer and openly coming together.

When Kendall Chavez was caught in bed, frantically "pushing the plow" with Martha Taylor, he could only look at her and then say:

"Kristina, I'm really sorry... But you've been too reserved, it made me feel bored."

Then Martha clung to Kendall's hand and said:

"Kristina, don't blame me. If there's anyone to blame, it's because you didn't manage your boyfriend well. Besides, I'm pregnant now, and we will soon get married."

Kristina sneered, then stared at Martha and said indifferently:

"I thought you were better than this, turns out you just wanted to wear my old shoes, huh? Fine, consider it a charity from me, keep him tight!"

Martha and Kendall, hearing this, were furious, especially Kendall, a young master from a wealthy family. He stepped forward wanting to teach Kristina a lesson, but she was not someone to be bullied. He had barely raised his hand when she grabbed it, twisted it backward, and whispered:

"Kendall, did you forget I learned martial arts? What's it going to be, you want to hit me now? Want a one-on-one? Kristina is not afraid of anyone, you know!"

When Martha saw Kendall being restrained, she wanted to rush to his aid, but Kristina forcefully dragged the cheating man aside, causing him to cry out in pain. Finally, she glared at Martha menacingly and said:

"Martha, remember you're pregnant. Don't make me have to take action against a pregnant woman! A child born of an affair should come into this world, you know. I've heard that a child born of an affair often looks a lot like their father. I hope you two have a long and happy life together, give birth to a precious son, and don't split up, okay? To avoid ruining others' lives! No hard feelings!"

After giving them a piece of her mind, Kristina kicked Kendall, sending him rolling on the floor. Then she dusted off her hands and walked away with dignity.

But Kristina hadn't expected that outside the room, not only were Kendall's parents there but also another man, who, judging by his appearance, seemed to be over thirty. To stand on equal footing with Edmund Chavaz - Kendall's father, he could only be the legendary uncle.

Kristina wasn't too concerned; right now, she just didn't want to have anything to do with this house anymore, it was such a nuisance!

Naturally, with such a big incident occurring, Kristina couldn't stay at the Chavaz house to continue teaching, so she had to ask Edmund Chavaz for permission to resign. But unexpectedly, Kendall's sister and her student - Maegan Chavaz grabbed her hand, whispering softly:

"Teacher Kristina, won't you teach Maegan anymore? I really like Teacher Kristina, can't you stay?"

At this, the girl's mother also said:

"That's right, Kristina, even though things have become like this with you and Kendall... But Maegan really likes you, if you don't mind..."

"I do mind, I'm afraid I won't be able to restrain myself and might end up killing Kendall, so I ask for permission not to continue teaching Maegan."

After saying this, Kristina wanted to grab her bag and leave, but suddenly, the man who had been silent until now spoke up:

"If it's inconvenient here, you could bring Maegan to her grandfather's house. He is ill now, and having Maegan visit might cheer him up."

Hearing this, Kristina was somewhat surprised; so, he really was Kendall's youngest uncle? That was surprising because Kristina had heard Kendall mention this uncle before, but she had never met him. She assumed since Kendall was already so grown up, this uncle must be over forty, maybe even past fifty. Unexpectedly, he was still such a young man.

Finally, Edmund and Louisa agreed for Maegan to go to the Chavaz family's estate in the suburbs. At this point, Louisa Rivera looked at her, saying:

"So, it's settled then? From now on, you can come to the Chavaz estate to teach Maegan, and we will limit Kendall and that girl's visits there."

Although she really wanted to refuse, with such a generous salary, how could she?

And so, she and Kendall finally broke up, not in the happiest of circumstances. When her mother - Lorelei Meadows - heard the news of her daughter breaking up with her long-term boyfriend, she was worried, afraid that her daughter would be saddened.

But... Kristina didn't seem too sad, not only that, but she also started to work frantically to earn money, when Kaylee Peters - her sister-in-law - asked:

"Kristina, why do you want to earn so much money?"

"My life now only has three priorities: one is my mother, two is myself, and three is money. Without earning money, how can I support my mother and myself?"

Kaylee and Lorelei looked at each other, then she softly said:

"Is it really over between you and Kendall? Moreover, your twenty-year friendship with Martha... just ends like that?"

Kristina's hand, which was preparing lesson plans, suddenly stopped for a moment, then she smiled faintly and said softly:

"Martha is pregnant... Compared to our family, the Taylor family is still much better, and now the two of them are about to get married. It's only been nine years, if it ends, then let it end."

Despite Kristina saying this, Lorelei knew that her daughter was very sad. Nine years, that's not a short period at all, it's like their entire youth, to suddenly say it ends... Who wouldn't be heartbroken?

[...]

That afternoon, Kristina still followed her schedule and went to the Chavaz estate to teach Maegan. Naturally, everyone was familiar with her by now, so they didn't pay much attention.

However, today brought an unusual occurrence. At the Chavaz residence, not only was there a doctor present, but also other members of the Chavaz family, a few unfamiliar girls, and even a very old monk. As Kristina walked past the crowd, the high monk suddenly opened his eyes, stared intently at her, and before the Chavaz family could understand what was happening, he approached her and asked:

"Good day, may I ask, miss, when were you born?"

Kristina, somewhat puzzled and looking towards Louisa for help-which Louisa indeed intended to provide but was stopped by Edmund-found no rescue coming, so she had to fend for herself. She looked back at the high monk and said:

"On the 24th of July, around the hour of the Tiger, I believe."

"Indeed, that's correct, you! It is you!"

Kristina was baffled, what about her? Had she broken the law? No... She remembered that all she had done in recent days was teach and prepare her lesson plans.

The monk then approached Bennett Chavaz - Edmund's father, and said:

"Mr. Chavaz, this young woman's destiny aligns remarkably well with yours. Marrying her would surely expedite your recovery. Moreover, her birth hour is one that brings strong offspring and carries a strong Yang energy, promising the birth of a son!"

Bennett coughed a few times and then beckoned Kristina closer, though she didn't understand, she complied. Before she could speak, Bennett grasped her hand and asked:

"What is your name?"

"My name is Kristina, sir."

"Kristina... Kristina..."

Suddenly, Bennett turned to look at Edmund and Louisa, furrowing his brows and said:

"Isn't that name the girlfriend of Kendall? You and Maegan often mention her."

"Father, the kids broke up already. Kendall's fiancée now is Martha Taylor, daughter of the Taylor corporation."

"Nonsense! Kendall and Kristina were in love for nine years, you can't just say they broke up like that? Call that boy here, and that Taylor girl too."

Although Bennett wanted to seek justice for her, Kristina felt it unnecessary, saying:

"Mr. Chavaz, I was the one who initiated the breakup, you shouldn't feel upset on my behalf."

Bennett patted her hand, then said:

"This kind-hearted girl, breaking up with Kendall yet agreeing to teach Maegan. Kristina, you truly are a good girl."

Kristina smiled awkwardly; if not for the generous salary, she wouldn't have accepted the job even if the Chavaz family had eight bearers carry her, but partly it was also because Maegan was too adorable and well-behaved, so she liked the child very much.

At this moment, Kendall's youngest uncle - also the youngest son of the Chavaz family - Ethan Chavaz came over to her side, looking at his father and saying:

"Father, if her destiny aligns well with yours, then I will marry her."

Ethan Chavaz's words surprised not only the Chavaz family but Kristina as well.

What? She was just there to teach extra lessons, and suddenly she's getting married?

Originally, this selection was to see who had a compatible destiny and marry Ethan, but until now, he hadn't spoken about any girl, even though the monk mentioned two or three others who were quite compatible.

But from the beginning, when Kristina appeared, Bennett also saw a smile in the eyes of his youngest son, clearly liking her very much.

Although Kristina had been here many times, each visit occurred while Bennett was sleeping, so he had never met Maegan's teacher. However, according to his daughter-in-law and granddaughter, he thought very highly of her, never guessing she was his grandson's ex-girlfriend.

But whether it was a mistake or reality... Bennett saw that his son had a very intense interest in Kristina.

Eventually, Ethan stood up and decided he wanted to marry Kristina, to the surprise of everyone present. Louisa then said:

"Uncle, even though Kristina's fortune matches with father's, she is still Kendall's ex-girlfriend, don't put her in such an awkward position."

Kristina nodded vigorously, exactly, please let her go, she only wanted to come here to tutor, she had no intention of marrying into the Chavaz family. Nine years of relationship with Kendall was enough to scare her away from the Chavaz family for a lifetime, please don't force her into this predicament!

However, Ethan casually said:

"She's just an ex-girlfriend after all. Even if Kristina was Kendall's wife, I would still marry her. After all... it's 'ex' for a reason."

Louisa was about to say something, but Edmund stopped her, and then Maegan quickly said:

"So, in the future, I should call Teacher Kristina 'aunt', right uncle?"

"That's right."

"Wow! Aunt, aunt, aunt, Maegan likes aunt the most!"

Maegan was truly carefree, quick to speak before anything was even confirmed, already calling her "aunt."

Bennett then told everyone to go home, also seeing off the high monk, and then went into a private room with Kristina and Ethan.

Initially, Kristina intended to refuse this absurd proposal, but who would have thought Ethan, with a generous gesture, placed a black card in her hand, saying:

"As long as you agree to this marriage for my father, this money will be yours. Moreover, I promise not to touch you unless you allow it."

Seeing the money made Kristina's eyes light up, she even nodded unconsciously. But when she entered old man Chavaz's room, she was startled, realizing... she had been blinded by money... What should she do now?

"Kristina, you don't have to worry so much, I just want to talk to you about something here."

"Yes, sir."

"You and Kendall were in love for nine years, why did you break up?"

Hearing the question, Kristina just smiled lightly, and said:

"Kendall was secretly involved with Martha, moreover, Martha is pregnant. If they love each other that much, I am willing to step aside."

"Aren't you regretful? Nine years of youth is not a short time."

"Regret is for when someone is good but has to leave due to objective reasons. As for someone despicable like Kendall, I don't regret much."

After saying this, Kristina realized she had misspoken. After all, Kendall was a grandson of the Chavez family, and now she was in front of his grandfather, his uncle, calling Kendall despicable... This time, Kristina had dug her own grave.

"I'm sorry... I misspoke."

She had thought they would be angry and scold her, driving her out of the house, but who could have expected Bennett to burst out laughing, saying:

"Excellent! That was a great scolding!"

Huh? So, they're not kicking her out? And they even praised her scolding? Does that mean... Kendall really is his granddaughter?

Before she could continue, Ethan, sitting next to his father, poured him a cup of tea and said:

"Kendall has been relying on the Chavaz family name to loaf around all day. Father, I think it's time we tightened our grip on him."

"Yes, after all, he's the only grandson in our family. We've poured all our love into him, that's why he's become so arrogant now. Ethan, you're his uncle, go ahead and discipline him."

"I understand, father."

Wait a minute, hold on, does that mean... She's still here? The outsider is still here, and you're talking so openly? Aren't you afraid of losing face?

Suddenly, Ethan leans in and whispers in her ear:

"You've taken the money, nodded in agreement, get ready... Tomorrow, I will visit the Dean family to discuss our marriage!"

Kristina is dumbfounded... Suddenly having a husband while tutoring? That's strange... What's going on?

The tutoring session that day felt particularly uneasy for Kristina, but she couldn't pinpoint why. After the session ended, Ethan offered to take her home, and out of politeness, Kristina agreed.

But as soon as they stepped out of the Chavez family's main entrance, they encountered Kendall and Martha, heavily laden, bringing stuff into the house. Both showed signs of discomfort upon seeing Kristina, but held back because of Ethan's presence.

"Uncle."

"Yes, now that you're here, don't bother grandfather; he's just gotten to sleep."

At that moment, Martha takes a gift bag from Kendall and hands it to him, not only that but she also smiles gently, tucks her hair behind her ear, and whispers softly:

"Uncle, this is a gift from me to you, I hope you like it."

Normally, Ethan would accept the gift, but then he hands it to Kristina, even gently asking:

"Do you like it?"

Kristina took a peek and saw that it was rare ginseng. It seems Martha knows Ethan's significant status in the Chavez household, for besides Edmund, Ethan is the only son. Moreover, Ethan is a business genius, managing the Chavez family business exceptionally well, which is why rumors suggest Ethan will be the next head of the Chavez family.

Returning to the peculiar atmosphere, Ethan's inquiry about Kristina's opinion surprised Kendall and Martha. The cheating man couldn't hide his displeasure and asked:

"Uncle, why are you asking for her opinion?"

At this, Ethan simply "Ah" and gently wraps his arm around her waist, calmly looking towards the two of them and says:

"After your wedding, I too will get married. The bride will be Kristina."

"What? You're marrying... Kristina?"

"Yes, and while we're at it... Say hello to your future aunt, won't you? Maegan is much smarter than both of you."

Martha's complexion grew increasingly unpleasant. She had thought that climbing to her current position was an achievement, but she hadn't expected Kristina to ascend even further, to the position of Ethan's wife. In Thunder Bay, who doesn't know that Old Mr. Chavaz holds Ethan in the highest regard? If Ethan weren't still unmarried, the patriarch would have already handed over the family head position to him.

But what now? Kristina is not only the granddaughter's girlfriend but also the future wife of the youngest uncle... How can this be possible?

Kendall thought the same and looked at him, saying:

"Uncle, you know Kristina is my ex-girlfriend... You two... How could this happen? Does grandfather agree?"

"Grandfather, of course, agrees, but..."

Pausing for a moment, Ethan then looked at Kendall with a hint of indifference, coldly saying:

"The name Kristina is not for you to casually call! Remember, she is now your future aunt, address her properly."

After saying that, Ethan turned to Kristina, whispering:

"I'll go get the car, just wait here for a moment."

"Okay."

After speaking, Ethan looked at them briefly before leaving, leaving Kendall and Martha full of anger.

Waiting until he was out of sight, Kendall then exploded in anger, pointing directly at Kristina's face, saying:

"Kristina, what are you doing? Are you using him to take revenge on me and Martha?"

Kristina gently "grabbed" the finger pointing at her face, and not just that, she also "gently" twisted it backward, smiling lightly, saying:

"Kendall, my status now is your aunt... Don't point fingers at your elders, that's very rude."

"Kristina, you!"

"What about me? Moreover, it's not like I wanted to marry into the Chavaz family, but blame it on my fate with grandfather... Ah no, the future father-in-law is more like it. My fate with him is very good, the high monk even said that if I marry into the Chavaz family, I will even give birth to a 'son,' so the future father-in-law is so eager."

Martha shuddered a bit upon hearing this. She had heard that the Dean family had always had daughters, Bennett had seven children but only Kendall and Ethan's father was male. Moreover, Kendall's female cousins all married off far from Thunder Bay, and there were only granddaughters, no grandsons at all.

Initially, Louisa gave birth to a daughter named Linda Chavaz, who is now married. At that time, Bennett thought the Chavaz family would never have a successor until Kendall was born. Then, the grandfather was very happy, hence he spared no expense on him. But the second time Louisa got pregnant, everyone hoped for another male child, yet it was a daughter again.

Kendall was not only the first grandson of the Chavaz family but also the direct heir, so all the trouble he caused was always cleaned up by others.

Now even the high monk said Kristina would give birth to a son, and Ethan's status in Bennett's heart is very significant. If that is true, what should Martha do?