Chapter 671 Whats Happening In The Qin Family
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A sense of pride welled up in Yun Bixue's heart. As she watched this news report, she could understand the daily living conditions in Ning An City through everybody's smiles. This was the first time she felt proud of her husband after seeing the changes he brought about with his leadership.
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Meanwhile, in the Qin Family, Aunt Qin was looking at the guest list for the business meeting. After reading through it, she was rather startled and couldn't snap out of her shock. Her eyes scanned over it again and again to make sure that she hadn't seen wrongly.
She pondered as she sat in her office. Since her family had already been invited, why hadn't she received the invitation? She heard that her invitation card to this business meeting was really made of gold.
Without the invitation card, she couldn't enter the venue even if she was indeed invited.
After hesitating for a long time, Aunt Qin called someone on her phone. "Elder Lin, come up."
Elder Lin was a pioneer stakeholder of the Qin family. He had a sharp eye and had extensive connections. After receiving Aunt Qin's call, he felt that it was odd too. Usually, they had almost no interaction at work.
He stood up and took the elevator to the top floor. After entering Aunt Qin's office, he hurriedly closed the door and lunged forward to hug her. His hands began to roam her body.
Aunt Qin leaned against Elder Lin's body and teased, "So annoying!"
"Aunt Qin, I couldn't help myself. You're just too beautiful."
"I'm already forty years old. What beautiful?"
"In my eyes, you're just twenty."
After hearing these sweet nothings, Aunt Qin pushed Elder Lin away and fixed her clothes. "Let's discuss official work matters. I called you here to talk about Ning An City's business meeting."
Elder Lin noticed that Aunt Qin had suddenly turned serious, so he straightened his body and said, "I've heard about it. It's a wonderful thing that the Qin family was invited. It shows that our status still remains and we'll progress even further."
Aunt Qin pondered and answered, "That's true, but I haven't received any invitation yet. I can't just walk in there without an invitation card or else I will be ridiculed."
Elder Lin hadn't expected this too. It would be equivalent to not being invited if they didn't receive an invitation card. "I heard that some small and medium-ranked families had already received their invitation cards. Why hasn't the Qin family received theirs?"
Suddenly, a realization popped up in Elder Lin's head. "That young man in your family must have done something."
"Are you saying that he took the invitation card?" Aunt Qin thought about it and realized that that was plausible. "Do you think he wants to attend the meeting? He's just like his pair of legs. Missing all the time!"
Elder Lin scoffed. "Aunt Qin, don't be fooled by him. Don't forget what a genius he used to be when he still had his pair of legs. If he were to learn about what happened in the past, it's highly likely that he'll take revenge."
Aunt Qin promptly shook her head. "That's impossible. All traces had already been destroyed, and it's not easy for the Yuan family to do anything. He was just a teenager back then, so what would he know? It's good enough that he survived."
"That's true, but what if it happens? What if he found out and wants to use this opportunity to represent the Qin family at the business meeting? He will take over your position, and those other elders will side with him. Aunt Qin, if you want to secure your current status, you definitely shouldn't underestimate him."
Aunt Qin frowned, but she nodded after a moment. "Alright, I'll consider what you said. I know what to do. Right now, he isn't at the Qin family's villa. I heard that he went to Zi Bei City, so I've already sent my men to monitor him. There shouldn't be any problems. I'll request for him to come back today and ask him about this."
"It's better to use a subtle approach when you ask him. Don't ask him right away if you don't want to disrupt the peace between the two of you. You still have to maintain a positive relationship on the surface."
"I know. You can go now. Oh, by the way, take these documents with you. We don't want anyone to get suspicious and discover our relationship."
Elder Lin kissed Aunt Qin on the cheek. "Don't worry. Who would ever find out about us?"
Chapter 672 Young Master Xie Turned Bad?
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Aunt Qin gently shoved Elder Lin. "Hurry up and go down. Look more realistic."
"Don't worry, no one has found out about us for the past few years." Everyone else thought that President Qin wasn't fond of him. Amongst the elders, his salary and benefits were the lowest, and he was always criticized during meetings. Therefore, he would go downstairs looking defeated, and no one will be the wiser.
"Okay, but be careful."
Aunt Qin didn't know why her eyelids kept twitching. She felt threatened and insecure, and she couldn't help but feel that something was going to happen.
She felt that she must have been overthinking. She had led the Qin family all these years, and no one defied her, nor even dared to object to her ideas. Even Qin Huailing obeyed her orders.
However, her insecurity made her unable to calm down and focus on work. She began to call Qin Huailing, but no one answered.
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In Zi Bei City, Qin Huailing looked at his phone as it rang continuously. A sinister glint flashed across his clear eyes.
Although he didn't pick up the calls, his subordinate still received instructions from Aunt Qin. He quickly reported to Young Master Qin. "Young Master Qin, Aunt Qin wants you to return to the Qin family. She said that there was something urgent to discuss with you."
Qin Huailing naturally understood why Aunt Qin had called him back. Without any hesitation, he rejected this order. "No, I won't go back." He had decided that he would take revenge now and go completely against them. There was no need to return home at all.
"Okay."
The corners of Qin Huailing's mouth curved up as he held the invitation card. Xie Limo gave him this opportunity, making him the only person who could represent the Qin family. Who was Aunt Qin to go on behalf of the family?
Although they were related by blood, his own aunt couldn't even resist the temptation of power and money.
Moreover, the documents that Xie Limo had given him had clearly indicated that Aunt Qin had a son with Elder Lin. They were clearly looking for an opportunity to replace him and let their son become the heir. They thought they could deceive everyone, but he had already found out about it. How would he ever let them have their way?
No matter what, he would seek revenge for what happened to his legs.
He never knew that Aunt Qin's son was also fond of Miss Yuan. It had been a conspiracy all along. It was pitiful how he used to believe that Aunt Qin really loved her nephew when he was a child.
He didn't intend to report this to the media for now. He wanted to gnaw at Aunt Qin's power slowly, breaking her down bit by bit. If she loved power so much, he would make her fall and collapse from all the power that she held.
Also, since her son was also fond of her ex-fiancée, he would grant his wish and make them get together.
However, he wouldn't provoke Aunt Qin for now as he didn't want the Yuan family in the capital to discover his plans.
Although he said that he won't return to the Qin family, he would still return to Ning An City. On that same day, Qin Huailing decided that he would return, so he called Xie Limo to inform him.
Xie Limo arranged an accommodation for Qin Huailing. No one would be able to locate him before the business meeting commenced.
On the phone, Xie Limo offered Qin Huailing an idea. "If you want to rub more salt in the wound, you can send a fake invitation card to Aunt Qin. She will surely attend the meeting, but she will be refused entry. You can go in proudly instead. Isn't that great?"
Qin Huailing's heart skipped a beat, and he couldn't help but feel impressed. He was vastly lacking, as compared to how vicious Xie Limo could be.
Meanwhile, Yun Bixue was chewing on an apple beside him and was switching through the channels on the TV. Hearing those words, she almost choked. When Xie Limo had ended the call, she asked, "Hubby, have you turned bad?"
Xie Limo looked at Yun Bixue, and a gentle glint flashed across his eyes. "Eat your apple. Even if I've turned bad, I'm only bad towards other people."
Yun Bixue smiled and continued to watch the TV. It was airing the news regarding the business meeting, and every channel was showing the same thing.
"Why are they all covering this? What about the other channels?" As Yun Bixue spoke, she seemed to have thought of something. She picked up the newspaper on the table and saw that the 'Ning An City Morning News' had changed its name to 'Politics Daily.'
Chapter 673 The Changes In The Media
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Yun Bixue asked in a shocked voice, "Why did the newspapers change too?" Looking at the address at the bottom, she realized that it had also changed.
"Hubby, look... This is weird!"
A cold glint flashed in Xie Limo's eyes, but they turned warm and gentle as he looked at Yun Bixue. "It's not weird. They were reporting nonsense, so they're punished."
"What nonsense did they publish?"
"My dear, you can't possibly forget about it after recovering. This kind of mindset is not good for you at all. You can't be softhearted!"
Yun Bixue suddenly realized what he was hinting at. "Are you talking about the news regarding your illegitimate child?"
"That's right."
"Actually, I think that it's fine as long as they change their ways. Back then, I thought that if we were to completely eradicate those media companies, the daily life in Ning An City would be affected. I didn't expect them to be changed so quietly. Hubby, tell me. How did you do it?"
A bright glint flashed across his exquisite eyes. "Do you think that there's something wealthy people can't get?"
Yun Bixue was stunned. "Yes, even wealthy people won't be able to do this feat. I didn't even realize anything."
Xie Limo held Yun Bixue, calming her down. "Don't be surprised. I definitely won't let you find out, and I won't let you be upset."
Embarrassed, Yun Bixue sighed and replied, "Actually, I'm no longer sad. I just didn't get to respond in time back then. It's been a few days already, so stop thinking and worrying about it, okay?" The more she thought about it, the more she felt that it was all her fault. She was still not strong enough, and her heart was just too fragile.
Xie Limo flipped through the newspaper then set it aside. He said solemnly to Yun Bixue, "I've said this right at the start. Since you've chosen to stick with me, I won't let you regret your decision, nor suffer at all. No one can take advantage of you or make you sad. Ultimately, it was the nonsense that those media companies reported that had made you upset."
Yun Bixue felt sweetness welling in her heart. She hesitated and asked, "Hubby, have you really replaced those media companies with new ones?"
"Everyone involved in that matter had already been sacked. The newspapers and TV news companies had all changed their leaders. Of course, because this smeared my reputation, the person who took the photo had also been locked up. The first media company who reported about it had also been banned..."
Yun Bixue became tongue-tied as she gulped. Her head was woozy as she replied, "Hubby, you're amazing! It's only been a few days, but you managed to change everything!" He had acted so quickly. If she were to work on this, she would take a month even if she were to engage all her subordinates. After all, there were so many media companies in Ning An City.
"I completed this only last night, so no one had found out yet. I expect that it might cause a small stir over the next few days. If you were to hear or see anything, don't let your imagination run wild again."
Yun Bixue raised her head and assured him. "I know. I will definitely be alert and clear-headed this time around. I'll stay calm and think rationally. After this business meeting, I want to go to Zi Bei City to set up a branch company."
Xie Limo bopped Yun Bixue's nose and answered, "You can just get someone to go and do it there. You should stay here at home and prepare to be a bride."
"But there are a lot of things to settle. How can I just get someone to do it?" She had asked Yang Mei to set up a team with the most qualified members, but it was still in its infancy stage. The team was not confirmed yet, not to mention that she had a lot of worries.
In order not to let Yun Bixue worry anymore, Xie Limo comforted her. "I have already prepared many things for you regarding your work in Zi Bei City. With your orders and opinions, the branch company will be set up and can begin its operation."
Chapter 674 Loving Even If They Dont Show It
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Yun Bixue was taken aback by his words, and her heart began to tremble. Biting her lips, she turned back and looked at Xie Limo. She didn't say a word.
"What's wrong?"
"Hubby, if you do everything for me, I'll just be dependent on you. I will be mocked by others." She felt that she was living in a honeycomb, surrounded by sweetness. She clearly wanted to be stronger, but he had already done everything for her. She didn't know what she could still do for herself.
"Even so, I still feel like I owe it to you. Do you understand?" With her sticking by him, she had suffered many times, and all of it was etched deeply in his heart. Each time he thought about it, he still felt pain.
Yun Bixue waved her hand and wrapped her arms around Xie Limo's neck. "We're a married couple. What 'owe it to me?' I think that you're wonderful. Didn't you see how many people are envious and jealous of me? They look like they want me dead!"
Xie Limo pretended to be angry and shouted, "Who would dare?"
"Okay, okay. We always show off how loving and affectionate we are, yet you're not happy that others are jealous of us?"
Xie Limo's brows twitched. "Are we showing off?"
Yun Bixue rubbed her hands against Xie Limo's palms. "Okay, we're a loving couple even if we don't show it off. I bet the staff at the hospital are still talking about how you carried me on your back!"
"I've told you before. I will carry you even if I'm old."
"Yes, you will."
Because the media companies had been thoroughly changed, it caused a huge sensation when the citizens of Ning An City finally found out.
Everyone began speculating. Those who knew more details were all shocked when they realized that it had been because the companies had offended Young Master Xie.
Those people who reported that news were truly gutsy. Young Master Xie was probably the only person who was capable of completely switching the media companies in Ning An City overnight, without anyone finding out. This showed everyone how intimidating he was.
Everyone was discussing this latest development, and those people also felt emotional.
"Illegitimate child? Young Master Xie and Young Madam shared a beautiful and loving relationship. Someone had even photographed Young Master Xie carrying Young Madam as they went home. How could he have an illegitimate child when they were so affectionate with each other?"
"I told you that it's fake. That photo can't even be found these days. There's not a single trace of it online anymore. If I hadn't downloaded it, I would have thought I had been delusional!"
"Those media companies were just too bored and wanted to increase their views. Now that they've closed down, what's there to increase? They better not report such nonsense again!"
"I heard that Young Madam had been hospitalized that day. It must have something to do with that photo. It's only normal for Young Master Xie to take revenge for Young Madam."
"Didn't you see? The reporters for the TV news have all been replaced. Ning An City has really been changed completely. This is such a big deal!"
"In short, you can offend anyone except Miss Yun. Never get into conflict with her. Take my word for it!"
"She has such an amazing husband looking after her. I'm so envious!"
"What's there to be envious about? Don't you know how much Miss Yun had suffered in the past? If it were me, I would have probably killed myself. It's her good luck that she could persevere and found a wonderful husband."
While the citizens in Ning An City were discussing heatedly, a fresh headline was published. A reporter who had been arrested had issued a public apology under the supervision of the police. He said that he had intentionally manipulated the truth and reported the fake news to capture everyone's attention. He was sorry for smearing someone else's reputation.
This public apology revealed the truth about that incident. Young Master Xie didn't have an illegitimate child at all. It was revealed that the child he was carrying belonged to Su Lenghan.
Chapter 675 The Lingering Impact
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Because of that incident, Su Lenghan's daughter became famous too. The news about the illegitimate child was so widespread, so it was no wonder that the reporter's public apology was viewed by a lot of people. Everyone now knew that the adorable girl was actually Su Lenghan's daughter.
As a result, Su Lenghan grew famous as well, and the Su family appeared all over the headlines again.
More people started to pay attention to the child, Yangyang, and the Internet dug out Meng Xinyan's past actions again. Naturally, the news of Meng Xinyan trying to kill her daughter surfaced as well.
Now, everyone knew that Yangyang only had a father, but not a mother. They all took pity on her and were sympathetic to her plight.
Everyone began to express their concern for Yangyang on their social media accounts, and Su Lenghan's fatherly image was well-received by the masses. Their impression of the Su family began to improve.
All these consequences had been totally unexpected. Even when Su Lenghan's parents went outside, they were warmly greeted. As they bought groceries, the store owners even gave them more vegetables. They said, "Take these and feed Yangyang more nutritious food."
Father and Mother Su could only accept everyone's well wishes, but they were actually sighing deep down. They simply felt sorry for their son. Su Lenghan was not changing his mind about his relationship, and as his parents, nothing they said would help change his mind.
The hatred within them ran deep. If they could rewind time, they would expend all means to force their son to stay together with Yun Bixue. They believed that their son would be happy that way.
Because the news about Chen Pei and Meng Xinyan had been splashed all over the Internet, the two of them were yelled at as they walked along the streets. Chen Pei vented her frustration on Meng Xinyan.
Meng Xinyan began to direct her vengeance towards Yun Bixue. She loathed her immensely and even dreamed about killing her at night.
Also, she noticed that Su Lenghan had used one of Yun Bixue's gifts on their daughter. She wondered why her daughter had to use things that were given by someone else. The more she thought about this, the more vengeful she felt.
She recalled about Shen Jingcui and remembered that she had gone mad because she tried to seduce Young Master Xie. Ultimately, she ended up in a psychiatric hospital.
A sinister glint flashed across Meng Xinyan's eyes, as though a thought suddenly popped into her mind. She rushed to the psychiatric hospital in a flurry and tried to find Shen Jingcui. She didn't believe that Shen Jingcui had really gone mad.
Seeing that her daughter was leaving, Chen Pei grabbed her."Where are you going? Give me some money first."
Meng Xinyan couldn't even take care of herself, so how could she bother about Chen Pei? She pushed her mother away instantly and yelled, "Mom, I don't have money now. I've already sold my designer bags. You should go earn your own money if you want to support your young, pretty boy. Don't forget who caused your life to end up in this state. It's Yun Bixue, not me!"
Meng Xinyan felt completely numb towards Chen Pei now. If this woman hadn't seduced that man and gave birth to a son who was completely unrelated to the Meng family, her life wouldn't be in this state.
Chen Pei was flung onto the ground while shouting in anger. When a child passed by her, he began throwing pebbles and leaves at her. He called her 'crazy witch' and then ran away, chuckling loudly.
Chen Pei yelled at Yun Bixue and spewed all kinds of rude remarks. After a while, she finally stood up and stumbled away.
After a few days, the news regarding the media companies began to die down. Everyone once again turned their attention to the business meeting. After all, this was a highly important matter, and the Internet had been continuously showing the latest updates.
The Luxury Emperor was also rushing to set up its hall with Manager Sun darting around. He had failed his duties last time by allowing Zheng Xiaoshu to attempt to seduce Young Master Xie, so this time, he must do a good job. He definitely cannot do anything wrong again.
"Be careful and pay attention to the details. Don't destroy anything. The carpet must be clean and spotless. It mustn't be crooked..."
Chapter 676 Pampering Her Tenderly
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Manager Sun was so busy that he didn't even have time to rest. He was gravely afraid that something would go wrong. As he inspected every single thing, his forehead was always dripping with sweat.
"Be more careful and pay attention to the details. Don't hang that painting in that crooked manner..."
"Young Madam likes that antique. Watch your hands and wear your gloves..."
"Install a new light there. Do a proper job and don't smash it. Pay attention to safety..."
Manager Sun was completely occupied supervising everything, and he didn't dare to take a break too. This was his chance to show off in front of Young Master Xie. If he were to do something wrong this time around, he would lose his job as a manager. Not only that, but he would also be unable to return to the Xie family.
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Yun Bixue was looking through the documents for the business meeting. She would be making a speech as Young Madam of the Xie family. The script had been prepared by Young Master Xie, and she just had to stand on stage and be photographed nicely.
When Xie Limo came out from the kitchen, he saw Yun Bixue looking through the speech by the window. He said resignedly, "Stop looking at it. Even if you were to say something wrong, the reporters will fix your mistakes and make it perfect."
Yun Bixue nodded. "That's because all the media companies in Ning An City are under your control now, and they don't dare to offend you. But there will be hundreds of people listening to it live, so I have to do a good job, of course."
"Those attendees wouldn't even dare to criticize you at all."
Yun Bixue took in a deep breath and replied, "As your wife, I have to show the perfect side of me. I have to look presentable for you."
Xie Limo chuckled resignedly and removed his apron. After putting it down, he took out a pair of chopsticks and placed it on the table. "Okay, but don't just keep working. Have your lunch first."
Yun Bixue let out a sigh and set the script aside. She walked over to the dining table and smelled the aroma of the dishes. "Wow, with you at home this afternoon, I get to enjoy a delicious meal!"
Hearing her compliment, Xie Limo reproached himself and said, "Should I buy a house near the main political building? If we live there, I can go home in the afternoon to cook for you."
Yun Bixu almost bit her tongue off in shock. "Hubby, I'm not that spoiled. Besides, if I go to work at the Snow Cloud Group, I'll be near your building too."
"Snow Cloud Group belongs to you. You can get off work any time you want."
Yun Bixue shook her head. "No, everyone is trying to find fault with me now. They're all suspecting that Snow Cloud Group belongs to me. I have to follow the rules closely now."
After pausing for a while, Yun Bixue hurriedly continued, "Hubby, never say that you'll send me lunch. I'll get killed by the murderous look in everyone's eyes. We have to stay low-profile."
"You don't eat properly at your office anyway. The meals you buy from outside can never compare to what I can cook at home."
"I sometimes pack meals from home too, don't I?"
After eating, Yun Bixue continued reviewing her speech. After memorizing it completely, she requested for Xie Limo to act as her audience. She stood in front of him and began to recite.
After finishing, Yun Bixue looked at Xie Limo expectantly. "How was it? I did a good job, right? I have a great memory. I just looked at it for a short while, but I remember every single word."
Xie Limo looked at the script and realized that Yun Bixue didn't miss a single word indeed. He gently chuckled. "Wonderful. My wife is the best."
The two of them laughed and chatted. After a while, Xie Jiu entered and led a group of people carrying boxes of items.
Yun Bixue looked at Xie Jiu and elbowed Xie Limo. "Where's Xie Liu? Why is there a new group of servants?" It seemed like she hadn't seen Xie Liu, Xie Qi, and Xie Ba for several days now, and this new person was constantly slogging away.
Xie Limo explained, "Xie Liu and the rest have returned to the headquarters. This is Xie Jiu. He isn't any less capable than Xie Liu."
Chapter 677 Shyly Trying On Clothes
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"Why did Xie Liu return to the headquarters?" Yun Bixue couldn't wrap her head around this. Moreover, she was already used to having Xie Liu by Xie Limo's side while he worked. With someone new, she couldn't get used to it.
Xie Limo naturally wouldn't let Yun Bixue know that it was the punishment for Xie Liu and the rest. They had to return to the headquarters and train at the center once again before coming back here.
He merely told Yun Bixue that something had happened at the headquarters, so Xie Liu had to return to help his mother out.
Yun Bixue didn't doubt him and gave the matter a rest. Her gaze fell on the boxes in front of them and asked curiously, "What are all these?""
Xie Limo hugged her around her waist and answered, "You can open them and see."
Yun Bixue patted his hand and stepped towards the boxes. "It's not something confidential, right? I can really take a look?"
"Yes, it's for you." As he spoke, he held Yun Bixue's hand and opened the boxes.
Colors flashed vibrantly the instant the box was opened. Yun Bixue was momentarily blinded by their brightness. After taking another look at it, she exclaimed, "They're gowns! Wow, they're really beautiful. Oh, they're quite similar to the ones on your laptop. Are all these for the business meeting?"
"Yes, you have something to do this afternoon. Try them on and see which one you prefer."
Yun Bixue opened up the boxes one by one in excitement. She touched one gown and moved on to the next, thinking that all of them were gorgeous.
"Hubby, help me take these to the bedroom. I'll put them on there."
Xie Limo helped Yun Bixue move the gowns into their bedroom and sat by the bed.
"Hubby, go outside and wait. I'll try them on now."
An exquisite glint flashed across Xie Limo's eyes, and he asked, "My dear, we've been together for so long. Are you still shy?"
Yun Bixue held the gowns in front of her as she watched herself before the mirror. Hearing Xie Limo's words, she retorted, "Who said that I was shy? It's just inconvenient to change, isn't it? I'll show you after I put them on, okay?"
Xie Limo shook his head. "No, I'll just sit here. Besides, I've seen every part of you."
A faint blush appeared on Yun Bixue's cheeks. She pursed her lips, then said, "That's different. Hubby, you're the best, so just do what I say. I'll change quickly and show them to you." With her husband by her side, how could she feel comfortable while changing?
"No way. You have to listen to me this time around."
Yun Bixue pouted and placed the gowns on the bed. She sat down and said, "I'm not trying them on then."
Xie Limo chuckled softly. Lifting Yun Bixue's head, he looked down straight into her eyes. "Are you really not changing? I'll have to take them away then. On that day, you'll just choose one randomly and put it on."
"Hubby, don't you always pamper me? I'm not happy that you're not listening to me now." Yun Bixue was throwing a tantrum like a little child now.
"You're my wife. Why are you afraid of changing in front of me?"
A sly glint flashed across Yun Bixue's eyes. "Then you have to change in front of me too. If you don't, I won't do it too. You can't take advantage of me."
Xie Limo chuckled and caressed Yun Bixue's hair. "You're so witty now!" As he spoke, he lowered his head and kissed Yun Bixue's forehead before leaving the room.
Yun Bixue finally changed into the gowns happily. Putting on each gown, she pulled her hair into a ponytail and wore a pair of high heels.
After putting on a pale pink gown, Yun Bixue stepped outside and showed it to Xie Limo. "How's this?"
A glint flashed across Xie Limo's eyes, and he nodded. "Not bad."
Yun Bixue continued changing, and Xie Limo commented that all of them were pretty. In the end, Yun Bixue grew anxious and said, "You have to make up your mind. Which one looks the best?"
Chapter 678 Pretty When Undressed?
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Xie Limo hurriedly rushed forward to embrace Yun Bixue, who was flustered at the moment. Wrapping one arm around her waist, he felt that she was too skinny—his entire arm could reach around her. He thought that he should cook more delicious food to fatten her up. If she remained this skinny, his heart couldn't take it.
Seeing that Xie Limo stayed silent, Yun Bixue poked him anxiously. "Hurry up and tell me. Which is better? You sound so half-hearted when you said they're all pretty."
Xie Limo looked at her resignedly yet indulgently. "I really think that my wife looks great in everything she wears. Why are you not satisfied with my answer? Should I pick one and tell you that it's ugly when I clearly don't think it is? How can I lie to you?"
After hearing Xie Limo's words, a faint smile appeared on Yun Bixue's lips. She should be upset at those words, but why was she feeling rather pleased? "Hmph. You sure know how to flatter me."
"My dear, when has your husband ever lied to you?"
A bright glint flashed in Yun Bixue's eyes, and she raised her head to look at him. Batting her eyelashes, she asked, "Which one do you think is the prettiest then?"
Xie Limo lowered his head and whispered into Yun Bixue's ear, "I think that my wife looks pretty when she's undressed."
Yun Bixue's body immediately heated up. Her ears turned red, and she gently punched Xie Limo's chest. "Mr. Xie, you're so naughty. How could you say those words? I'm not going to talk to you anymore." As she spoke, the red flush spread from her ears to her cheeks. Her face glowed, and she looked alluring. Her beauty was accompanied by a tinge of intoxication.
As Xie Limo watched, his heart wavered too. Lowering his head, he wrapped his lips around Yun Bixue's ear lobe and answered softly, "I'm only naughty when I'm with you."
Yun Bixue continued to punch Xie Limo's chest. Feeling the warmth from his lips, her entire body softened as she felt energy getting sapped from her. She could only lean against him to stand up.
Xie Limo watched her, and a dark glint flashed across his eyes. His hand caressed Yun Bixue's back up and down, and it brought about waves of electricity through her. Yun Bixue couldn't handle his touch at all.
She could only hear the sounds of Xie Limo unzipping her gown. The cool wind blew in through the windows, brushing across her pale skin and adding on to her alluring appearance.
Xie Limo bent down and gently kissed her exposed skin. Yun Bixue's body tensed up, and her heart accelerated, thumping furiously. She began to feel nervous.
Xie Limo pulled her into his arms tightly and whispered into her ear, "Relax. Be good and listen to me."
With Xie Limo's enticement, Yun Bixue slowly calmed down. She wrapped her arms around Xie Limo's waist, enjoying the intense love that he was offering her.
Listening to her faint pants, an intoxicating glint flashed in Xie Limo's eyes. It crashed through his eyes like waves, as though trying to swallow her soul.
Yun Bixue stood still and watched Xie Limo with a dazed look in her eyes. She called anxiously, "Limo..." Her heart felt bare, as though she was looking forward to something."
Xie Limo noticed that Yun Bixue was ready and carried her into the bedroom, placing her on the bed. He then began to unbutton his clothes...
An intense and passionate session ensued. Afterwards, Xie Limo cleaned Yun Bixue up and finally allowed her to rest.
Seeing the gown that had fallen on the floor, Xie Limo picked it up. It was a blue embroidered gown with a train. This was the design that had surprised him the best, and he thought that it suited her the most.
In fact, he had personally selected this gown for her. He had requested for the designer to come up with the gown according to his ideas, and it seemed like his wife loved it too.
Xie Limo had actually been feeling conflicted. On one hand, he wanted his wife to doll up to match her status. He wanted everyone to know that she is Mrs. Xie, and no one should ever take advantage of her. On the other hand, he didn't want the others to see how beautiful she was.
Chapter 679 Regarding The Invitation
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Xie Limo took the gowns and hung them in the closet. He then took some accessories from the boxes and placed them on the dressing table. Finally, he climbed onto the bed and hugged Yun Bixue to sleep.
...
The Qin Family.
The reason why Aunt Qin requested to meet Qin Huailing urgently was because of the invitation to the business meeting. However, no matter how persistent she was, Qin Huailing didn't show up at all. He even refused to answer her calls.
Qin Huailing was simply out of Aunt Qin's reach. She didn't even have a chance to speak to him, let alone discuss the business meeting.
The person who held the invitation would be the one to represent the Qin family at the meeting. She was almost sure that the invitation card was with Qin Huailing. After so much trouble, she had finally obtained her current status, so there was no way she would let Qin Huailing take her place.
Aunt Qin used all her effort to locate Qin Huailing. However, it was like searching for a needle in a haystack this time around. She didn't hear anything from him at all.
For the next few days, she thought that Qin Huailing had died or disappeared. However, her instincts told her that Qin Huailing was hiding somewhere in Ning An City.
Livid, she ripped up the contract on the table. After feeling days of anxiety, her head was brimming with anger. Looking at her herself in the mirror, Aunt Qin's heart almost exploded from the fury she felt. She went to work every day with a mask to hide how different she looked.
Just as she was about to blow up from the frustration that simmered inside her, Qin Huailing suddenly showed up at her home on his own accord.
That day, Aunt Qin was returning home from work. When she flicked on the lights, she saw Qin Huailing sitting in the living room. The sinister look in his eyes made them look as though they were laced with poison, ready to kill her at any time. It frightened Aunt Qin to the core.
Her face paled, but she calmed down the next instant. Staring at Qin Huailing, she said, "Huailing, why didn't you tell me that you're coming over? I've been looking for you for a long time. I was so worried that something bad happened to you. I feel better now that I've seen you."
Qin Huailing watched Aunt Qin like a hawk, and a playful yet beautiful curve appeared on his lips. He lowered his head as a dark look flashed in his eyes.
Aunt Qin thought that Qin Huailing was behaving oddly today. Her heart began to accelerate. Could he have already found out? The look in his eyes was uncanny.
Qin Huailing dispelled the vengeance and fury he felt. Raising his head, he said, "Aunt Qin, I've been feeling unwell, that's why I hadn't been coming back."
He merely offered a vague explanation and didn't care whether she believed him or not. At that moment, a silent war had begun in the Qin family.
Aunt Qin knew that Qin Huailing's explanation was not completely true, but she didn't mind. As long as he had returned, she could continue to wield control over the household.
Aunt Qin hung her bag on the rack and sat on the sofa. She poured a cup of tea and offered it to Qin Huailing. "Have a drink first. Your face is turning pale again. Have you eaten? If you haven't, I'll prepare something for you."
Qin Huailing chuckled coldly. He watched Aunt Qin's pretentious and forced expressions—it was precisely this kind of face she always used to look loving and caring. He used to trust her when he was a child, but never did again when he grew up.
"Don't trouble yourself, Aunt Qin. I just came to visit."
He stopped Aunt Qin from continuing to speak, causing her face to turn rigid. She slapped her thigh and laughed. "How thoughtless of me. Oh, right, do you know about the upcoming business meeting? Our family has been invited too. What a surprise."
She had indeed brought up this topic, and Qin Huailing chose not to beat around the bush too. He fished out the invitation from his bag and said, "Aunt, this is the invitation that I received. Here, take a look."
Aunt Qin's eyes lit up as she leaned forward to take the invitation card. This was it! She hadn't expected Qin Huailing to deliver it to her personally.
It seemed like she had been overthinking. This child probably didn't know anything at all. As long as he remained under her clutches, she could do anything she wants.
Aunt Qin smiled and put the invitation down on the table. She then said in a pleased voice, "By the way, Huailing, you're no longer a child. It's time to build your own family and career, don't you think? I've found several great young ladies for you. Would you be willing to meet them?"
Chapter 680 Eating Spicy Hot Pot Again
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Qin Huailing knew that these young ladies were either his aunt's subordinates or people that she had an agreement with. She wants him to become her puppet? Dream on!
Qin Huailing sneered inwardly. Without showing any unusual reactions, he replied, "Aunt, look at me. I think we can just forget about it. I don't want to do it."
Seeing the surprised look on Qin Huailing's face, Aunt Qin was very satisfied. This was the expression that Qin Huailing used to show. "Don't worry. As long as you like her, I will help you get her. I'm serious this time around."
Qin Huailing raised his clean and pretty brows. "Thank you, Aunt. It's late, so I should leave now."
With the invitation in her hands, Aunt Qin felt that nothing else mattered. She offered to get her subordinates to send Qin Huailing home, but he rejected.
In the car, Lin Yun started the engine and drove off with Qin Huailing.
With an icy gaze, Qin Huailing took the real invitation out. His war against Aunt Qin was about to begin.
"Young Master Qin, where do you want to go next?"
"You may stop at Guo Xing Road. I want to meet Elder Lin and his son!" As he spoke, a sinister glint flashed across Qin Huailing's clear eyes.
"Yes, Young Master."
The night grew darker as Qin Huailing simply sat in the car and waited. After nine o'clock, a car slowly drove into the small lane, and two men alighted from it. They were Elder Lin and his son.
Under the illumination of the street lights, Qin Huailing could clearly see that man's appearance. He resembled Aunt Qin, and Elder Lin complied with every one of his son's requests.
Lin Yu saw them and was taken by surprise. Deep down, he felt anger on behalf of his young master.
From the backseat, Qin Huailing said, "Lin Yu, control your emotions. Pretend you didn't see what happened. One day, this will be exposed."
"Yes."
...
Yun Bixue slept until ten o'clock and suddenly jolted awake. She exclaimed, "I fell asleep again!" She rubbed her head and blamed her body for being so weak. After having a good time, she would always fall asleep so easily.
Xie Limo caressed her head and said, "You're finally awake. I'll take you out to dinner."
Yun Bixue widened her eyes in shock. "We're going out for dinner?"
Xie Limo pulled Yun Bixue to her feet and answered, "Yes. It's already late, so it's a bit inconvenient to cook now. I bet you're hungry, so let's have dinner outside. Hurry and get up so you can wash up."
Yun Bixue looked at the time and hurriedly went to the bathroom to wash up. She then went to the closet to look for something to wear. Seeing one of the blue gowns hanging in the closet, a glint flashed across her eyes. "You chose this?"
Xie Limo walked behind her. Hugging her, he said, "I chose this blue gown for you. What do you think? You can't say that I'm patronizing you now."
Yun Bixue turned around. She stood on her tiptoes and kissed Xie Limo on his cheek. "My husband and I share the same taste. I like this too."
"Okay. I've also placed your accessories on the dressing table, so you don't have to think about what to match with it. Put on your coat first before we leave. The weather is chilly, so you should dress warmly." It was autumn now, and the night was rather cold.
Yun Bixue nodded. She wore a dress, a pair of shorts, and finally, a long coat. After putting on her shoes, she held Xie Limo's hand and left.
Ning An City was a bustling city. Even though it was late at night, the restaurants were still open, and the lights brightened up the sky.
Xie Limo brought Yun Bixue to the hot pot stall outside University T.
After Yun Bixue got off the car, she followed Xie Limo to the stall and was stunned speechless when she saw it. This was the first place they visited after registering their marriage. It evoked all those memories in her heart, and it felt as though it had just taken place only yesterday.