Yan Xinxin reached out to take the item and curiously lowered her eyes to glance at it.
It was a sketchbook, and on the first page was a completed wedding gown design!
Yan Xinxin’s heartbeat quickened.
"It’s the concept sketch of a wedding dress I designed just for you, Saozi. Do you like it?"
"Qingqing, are you a wedding gown designer?"
Mo Qingning nodded proudly.
"I think the most beautiful dress in the world is a wedding gown because it carries happiness and sweetness. So every time I sketch designs, I feel incredibly happy! I want to share that happiness with every bride-to-be who wears my designs!"
As she spoke, her delicate and charming face radiated youthful joy.
Mo Qingning’s words left Yan Xinxin deeply touched.
"Thank you, Qingqing. The design is stunning. I’m really looking forward to it."
"Don’t worry, Saozi. The finished gown will be even more beautiful than the design!"
Mo Qingning promised with confidence.
"My brother can make you the happiest woman in the world, and I, as his sister, will make sure you’re the most beautiful bride!"
A wave of warmth surged through Yan Xinxin’s heart.
From childhood to adulthood, she had experienced so little familial warmth. But in this moment, Mo Qingning made her feel a deep sense of belonging to a family.
Coming down from upstairs, Mo Qingning was still affectionately holding Yan Xinxin’s arm as the two chatted and walked.
Mu Qianshui and Lin Yuan’ai were sitting in the living room. When they saw this scene, their expressions darkened.
"This Yan Xinxin really knows how to work her way around, doesn’t she? It’s her first time meeting my precious daughter, and she already knows how to win her over!"
Lin Yuan’ai remarked sourly, taking a sip of tea before comforting Mu Qianshui.
"Qianshui, don’t let it get to you. You and Chuxi have known each other since childhood, growing up together with good family backgrounds. As long as Chuxi hasn’t officially married her yet, you still have a chance. I called you here today to let that Yan Xinxin know that in my heart, you’re the daughter-in-law I’ve chosen!"
"Aunt Lin, I know Chuxi only treats Yan Xinxin well because he’s so fond of my sister Qianyuan. After all, they look so alike."
She paused, appearing sorrowful.
"Actually, as long as Chuxi is happy, it doesn’t matter to me. Besides, I’ve always seen Chuxi as my brother-in-law ever since I was little..."
"Brother-in-law?" ʀᴇᴀᴅ ʟᴀᴛᴇsᴛ ᴄʜᴀᴘᴛᴇʀs ᴀᴛ NoveI-Fire.ɴet
Mo Chuxi’s deep and captivating voice suddenly echoed.
Mu Qianshui’s body trembled slightly, a chill sweeping over her. When she looked up, she was met with the face she had longed for day and night.
"You call me brother-in-law, yet you stood idly by as your own sister fell into the water and didn’t lift a finger. Five years ago, you even schemed to climb into the bed of this so-called brother-in-law. Brother-in-law? Don’t insult the term."
"Chuxi, you’ve misunderstood me!"
Mu Qianshui hurriedly stood up to defend herself.
Yan Xinxin and Mo Qingning had just reached the bottom of the stairs when they heard Mu Qianshui pleading her case.
"Chuxi, you can’t speak so recklessly about something this serious! How could Qianshui not rescue Qianyuan? She was so young back then—how could she have understood anything..."
"Qianyuan was also so young. Yet she understood how to save me? To the point of risking her own life without hesitation?"
Mo Chuxi’s sharp rebuttal made Mu Qianshui’s face turn pale, leaving Lin Yuan’ai momentarily speechless.
"Five years ago, you drugged my drink, attempted to seduce me, and tried to climb into my bed. Was that just a misunderstanding too?"
His piercing words rolled effortlessly off his lips, causing Mu Qianshui’s expression to become even more strained.
Especially since there were several maids and servants nearby, her reputation now lay in complete tatters!
Yan Xinxin’s steps slowed slightly as she approached.
She froze for a moment, staring at Mu Qianshui’s pale face.
Mu Qianyuan had been in an accident back then, and Mu Qianshui had been nearby? Watching as she fell into the water and off the cliff?