Note: This article is based on real cases. Some of the plot comes from the Internet, and the plot is polished; The pictures are from the Internet, and some of them have nothing to do with the content of the article, just to match the writing effect; Some names are pseudonyms; Emotional reading, rational view.
In 1995, outside the library of Cambridge University, Zeng Zhaoying, a graduate student of the law department, accidentally talked with Li Jianqin, a young man with an oriental face. Zeng Zhaoying, come out body In a long legal family, her talent and temperament attracted many eyes, while Li Jianqin was a real estate family from Da Nang, Vietnam.
The first conversation between the two quickly evolved into an in-depth discussion about law, culture and even their vision for the future. As time goes by, this accidental encounter turns into deep emotional ties. In the past four years, they have experienced countless times of late nights in the library, afternoon in the coffee shop and strolling on the ancient streets of Cambridge.
On graduation, Li Jianqin decided to propose to Zeng Zhaoying, hoping to make their relationship permanent. He chose a special way to propose in front of the library where they met for the first time. He secretly arranged a small private concert and invited a violinist from Cambridge to play "Butterfly Lovers" at dusk, which symbolized the oriental love legend.
When Zeng Zhaoying came to the library at the appointed time, the melody of the violin had been flowing gently. Li Jianqin holds a bunch of white roses and looks nervous and expectant. He walked up to her in the sound of the piano, knelt down on one knee, handed over the ring, and said in a trembling voice: "Zhaoying, would you like to write our own story with me?" Zeng Zhaoying nodded and agreed with a touch of emotion, and their future was frozen at that moment, as if the whole Cambridge was testifying to their love.
In 2000, Li Jianqin decided to take Zeng Zhaoying back to Da Nang, Vietnam, to officially introduce his future wife to his family. This is an important journey, especially for Zeng Zhaoying. She will meet the legendary head of the Li family, Li Deyi, for the first time.
When the party arrived at Li's house, the magnificent door was open, and Li Deyi was waiting in front of the door in the deep of the luxurious courtyard. Different from Li Jianqin, Li Deyi has a powerful aura and sharp eyes, which makes it clear that he is a seasoned businessman who has experienced ups and downs in business.
Li Deyi's first sentence was to ask Zeng Zhaoying about her family and her legal studies. His words showed respect for her background and expectations for her future daughter-in-law. Although Zeng Zhaoying was a little nervous at the beginning, her clever answers and modest attitude soon won the favor of the elderly.
The dinner was held in the family's old house. The Li family invited a famous local chef, and the table was filled with traditional Vietnamese food. At the dinner table, Li Deyi specially asked Zeng Zhaoying to sit next to him, occasionally talking to her in a low voice, asking her about her views on Vietnamese culture and her career planning.
Zeng Zhaoying also lost no time in paying tribute to the traditions of the Li family and mentioned how she planned to combine her legal knowledge with the business of the Li family in the future.
After dinner, Li Jianqin felt that the time was ripe, so he decided to formally propose his marriage to Zeng Zhaoying to his father Li Deyi: "Father, Zhaoying and I are sincerely in love, and we hope to get your blessing and consent."
Li Deyi was silent for a moment, listened to his son's words without expression, and then slowly nodded his head in agreement. His consent made Zeng Zhaoying feel relieved, but the relief did not last long. Just then, a lawyer in formal clothes came in, holding a document, which was a prenuptial property agreement.
Li Deyi explained in a calm tone: "Zhao Ying, although I trust your feelings with my son, as the leader of the family, I must consider the security of the family's wealth. This agreement protects both sides."
Zeng Zhaoying took the agreement and glanced over the cold terms: if she got divorced after marriage, the maximum amount of property she could obtain was 15 million Hong Kong dollars. She looked up at Li Jianqin, whose eyes were full of apologies. Zeng Zhaoying took a deep breath. She knew that it was not only a test for her, but also a test for their love.
She said quietly, "I understand the necessity of this agreement, but I hope you know that my combination with Jianqin is based on love, not money."
