Dating the Heartthrob Superstar Chapter 86: Time for a Man to Get Married

Chapter 86: When n "Marry Off"

Faced with ng Chao’s anger, the agent truly felt a deep sense of fear and began regretting his actions.

But in his heart, he knew that even if he had to do it over, he would still make the sa choice. He had gambled—betting on Lin Qin’s place in ng Chao’s heart. And now, it was clear: Lin Qin was ng Chao’s greatest treasure, his sole untouchable.

He lost. Completely and utterly.

The agent let out a bitter laugh. "I understand. I won’t stay in this industry any longer."

If he had simply resigned today without using underhanded tactics, a manager who had cultivated an international award-winning actor would be highly sought after in the business. He not only had the skills but also the connections. But now everything had changed. By thoroughly offending ng Chao, whose word carried imnse weight in the industry, he had ensured that he was finished.

He had sabotaged his own bright future.

The agent felt both unwilling and powerless.

He now only hoped that the ng Family patriarch would disapprove of Lin Qin and act against him. That way, he could at least vent his bitterness and resentnt.

Without any words from ng Chao, the agent left promptly.

Everything that took place in the office was clearly visible to those outside through the transparent glass wall.

So, as the agent walked out of the office, he could feel the mocking gazes fixed on him—gazes that seed to laugh at his overestimation of himself.

Inside, the agent bitterly mocked himself: Yes, of course, he overestimated himself, constantly coveting sothing that was never within his reach.

Lin Qin kept his eyes on the agent as he left, then turned to ng Chao with a displeased expression. "He just hugged you," Lin Qin said, his tone sour, as if he had just chugged an entire bottle of vinegar.

Pulling Lin Qin back into his embrace, ng Chao responded with a question instead of an answer. "Do you trust that much? Hmm?"

"Of course I trust you," Lin Qin replied. "I know you wouldn’t do anything to betray ."

ng Chao opened his arms.

Lin Qin looked at him, puzzled. "What is it?"

"Didn’t you just say he hugged ?" ng Chao teased with a smile. "Then how about you hug now and cover up his scent?"

Lin Qin, without hesitation, threw his arms around ng Chao and held him tightly. Possessively, he declared, "Only I’m allowed to hug you!" His playful glare and ferocious, puppy-like deanor made him both fierce and adorable.

ng Chao hugged him back, his laughter low and affectionate. "Alright, this embrace will always be yours alone."

Finally, Lin Qin broke into a smile.

"What’s going on with your agent?" After sharing the intimate mont, Lin Qin eventually voiced the question that had been lingering in his mind.

He had heard ng Chao ntion before that he and his agent didn’t see eye to eye, but Lin Qin felt that re differences in philosophy shouldn’t have escalated into such a complete fallout. Clearly, sothing had transpired that Lin Qin wasn’t aware of.

Not keeping anything from Lin Qin, ng Chao explained bluntly, "He went behind my back and complained to my grandfather, attempting to use him to harm you. I can’t keep soone like that around."

"What did he complain about?" Lin Qin asked.

"Do you really want to know?" ng Chao raised an eyebrow as he looked at Lin Qin.

Lin Qin’s curiosity flared at ng Chao’s expression. Without hesitation, he said, "Just tell . I can handle anything."

ng Chao made a show of reluctance before relenting. "He told my grandfather that I’m dating a man nad Lin Qin."

Lin Qin: "!!!!"

So, ng Chao’s grandfather knew he existed? Had he inadvertently made an impression on ng Chao’s grandfather?

Could things catch him off guard any more than this?

As if that weren’t enough, ng Chao added, "Now that my grandfather knows about you, I’ve decided to take you to et my family tomorrow."

Lin Qin: "!!!!"

Flustered, Lin Qin said, "Isn’t that a bit rushed? I haven’t prepared anything."

Shaking his head with a doting expression, ng Chao reassured him, "There’s no need. Just having you there will be the best gift for them."

Lin Qin’s heart lted at ng Chao’s words, but he still couldn’t suppress his nervousness. After all, eting the family was a big deal, and one day to prepare just didn’t feel sufficient.

ng Chao gently ruffled Lin Qin’s fluffy hair and comforted him, "It’s alright. I’ll handle everything tomorrow."

Those words—"I’ll handle everything tomorrow"—were the strongest dose of reassurance Lin Qin could ask for. Instantly, he felt his fears subside.

However, recalling ng Chao’s earlier remarks, Lin Qin hesitantly asked, "Does your grandfather not like ?"

Not hiding the truth, ng Chao responded, "He doesn’t like anyone who isn’t soone he picked to be his grandchild’s spouse. It’s not about you specifically."

Lin Qin imdiately understood the implication of ng Chao’s words. His grandfather was probably a domineering, controlling elder who insisted on dictating the course of his grandson’s life, including choosing a marriage partner for him.

Without needing further explanation, Lin Qin’s mind began to paint a picture of a stubborn, old-fashioned man. Facing soone like that, Lin Qin—completely inexperienced in dealing with such personalities—felt his anxiety flood back, washing over him like a rising tide.

"Then... how about I don’t go?" Lin Qin faltered, suggesting cautiously, "Maybe we should take this slow?"

"No way!" ng Chao imdiately rejected the idea. "I can’t wait any longer. I can’t wait to claim you openly, to announce to the world that you’re mine."

That declaration was both domineering and urgent—just like the emotions surging through ng Chao at that very mont. Even though their relationship had lasted less than a year, ng Chao was certain that Lin Qin was *the one*, the love of his life. A voice in his heart resounded with conviction: it had to be Lin Qin—forever.

He refused to delay any longer. He wanted to brand Lin Qin as his, to make it known that Lin Qin belonged to him and no one else.

Even so, he wanted to shield Lin Qin from any form of hardship. Though his grandfather had this or that flaw, he was still family, and ng Chao hoped to win his grandfather’s blessing. He didn’t want Lin Qin to face continuous pressure from his family after they married.

Lin Qin was moved by ng Chao’s words. After a long pause, he smiled resolutely and said, "Alright, tomorrow it is."

As long as ng Chao was by his side, he would be willing to brave any danger—even the lion’s den or the tiger’s lair.

...

The following morning, ng Chao’s car was already parked outside the Lin Chengdu family villa.

Lin Qin had woken up extra early and had soone deliver a custom-made suit. By the ti ng Chao arrived, Lin Qin was standing in front of the mirror for the 101st ti, scrutinizing every detail of his appearance. He couldn’t help worrying about making even the slightest mistake and leaving a bad impression on ng Chao’s family.

"It’s just eting a family mber. Why so formal?" Lin Chengdu remarked from the doorway of Lin Qin’s room. Watching Lin Qin dress up for soone else, he felt conflicted.

Why do grown sons also have to act like they’re "marrying off"? What was this bittersweet, fatherly feeling of sending a daughter away for marriage?