Chapter 251: Good Kitten, I’m Here to Pick You Up (2)
Translator: Nyoi-Bo Studio Editor: Nyoi-Bo Studio
“Yining, you look absolutely stunning,” Ye Xiaoxi said with an excited smile as she circled around her.
Just as the two were chatting, the housekeeper walked in and approached Jiang Yining. She said, “Young Mistress, there’s something I’d like to tell you.” “What is it?” Jiang Yining inquired.
“Last night…”
Before the housekeeper could continue, the ice-cold voice of Gu Zhanqing interrupted, “What happened last night? Did Yining not sleep well?”
The housekeeper immediately fell silent.
Jiang Yining turned to look at him and politely but distantly said, “Uncle, you’re up early.”
He gazed fixedly at the Jiang Yining before him, and for a moment, her image overlapped with that of her mother.
Gu Mian, with a gentle and graceful smile, waved at him, “Zhanqing, come here.”
“Promise your sister to stay with me for the rest of your life, alright?” Gu Zhanqing couldn’t resist taking a step closer, wanting to hold the person’s hand.
Jiang Yining, her gaze icy, looked at the man who was now very close, her guard up as she asked, “What are you doing?”
Gu Zhanqing’s thoughts were instantly pulled back, and the illusion disappeared.
He regained his composure and said, “I didn’t expect that in the blink of an eye, you’d be getting married. Just some sentimental feelings.”
Jiang Yining remained silent.
Gu Zhanqing took out a long rectangular gift box from his pocket and said, “This is a necklace your mother left behind. She instructed me that when you grew up and got married, I should give it to you.”
Jiang Yining, who had been very resistant to him, softened upon hearing about her mother. She accepted the gift box and, upon opening it, found a pink pearl necklace. Each pearl was plump and round, and it had been over a decade since her mother’s passing, yet there was no sign of it yellowing.
Jiang Yining examined it carefully and said to Ye Xiaoxi, “Xiaoxi, help me put it on.”
“Of course.”
Ye Xiaoxi stepped forward, took the pearl necklace, and carefully fastened it around her neck.
Many people who wore pearl necklaces might come across as nouveau riche, but Jiang Yining had fair skin and a refined temperament. Paired with the pearl necklace, she looked nothing short of elegant and aristocratic, devoid of any vulgarity.
“It’s so beautiful,” Ye Xiaoxi couldn’t help but compliment.
Jiang Yining’s lips curved into a slight smile as she gently touched the necklace.
Her parents had passed away early and wouldn’t be able to see her get married. But with her mother’s keepsake, she felt a sense of completeness.
Jiang Yining thanked Gu Zhanqing, and he hesitated for a moment before lowering his gaze to hide his complex emotions.
As time passed, Gu Zhanqing showed no intention of leaving, and the housekeeper had no opportunity to inform Jiang Yining about what she had overheard last night.
Ding, ding, ding.
The clock in the living room struck eleven times.
Outside in the courtyard, the sound of car horns filled the air.
The mansion’s servants and bodyguards looked on curiously as a fleet of luxury cars stretched far beyond their line of sight. In the sky, five or six airplanes circled, showering flower petals.
The entire villa felt like a dream come true.
Ye Xiaoxi sneaked out to take a look, then hurried back to Jiang Yining, saying, “Yining, your husband has arrived!”
Jiang Yining sat upright in her chair, feeling inexplicably nervous. She had experienced so many storms and rarely felt flustered. But at this moment, her heart was pounding like a frightened deer, and her cheeks grew warm.
Ye Xiaoxi grinned and kept her company.
After a short wait, the sound of orderly footsteps grew closer. Jiang Yining looked up and saw Lu Zhi in a black suit with a white shirt, walking confidently toward her with strong and steady strides. Although he was followed by many handsome men, it seemed that she could only see him in her eyes.
Others had turned into nothingness…
Jiang Yining’s hands, resting on her wedding gown, involuntarily clenched as Lu Zhi walked up to her, knelt down on one knee, extended his right hand, and said softly, “Good kitten, I’m here to pick you up.”
The affectionate nickname made Jiang Yining’s already flushed face heat up even more, taking on a deep crimson shade.
After a few seconds, Jiang Yining placed her left hand in his palm.
Lu Zhi smiled brightly and lifted her into his arms.
Everyone around burst into laughter and applause, showering the newlyweds with blessings.
Gu Zhanqing stood to the side, watching them in their affectionate exchange, his eyes filled with darkness…
Lu Zhi carried Jiang Yining into the car, placing her in the back seat. Unable to resist, he planted a kiss on her forehead.
Feeling his warm lips, Jiang Yining snapped back to reality, shifting away slightly. She said, “Don’t take liberties with me.”
“Seeing you so beautiful, I couldn’t resist,” Lu Zhi replied while holding her hand. Half jokingly and half seriously, he continued, “Good kitty, how about we really get married? I don’t mind, and I promise to treat you well.”
For a brief moment, Jiang Yining almost agreed, but in the end, she said, “No.”
A contract was a contract, after all.
He might think she was good now and wanted to be with her, but what about when he found out about Lin Yan’s situation?
Would he still harbor no resentment like he did now?
Jiang Yining couldn’t give up on finding the truth.
If Lu Beicheng had wronged Lin Yan, she would make sure that those who hurt Lin Yan paid the price. At that time, she might become an enemy of Lu Zhi.
Lu Zhi’s smile faded slightly, but he quickly regained his composure. He reached up and ruffled her hair, saying, “I was just kidding with you, don’t take it seriously. Most men are creatures of impulse, and just now… 1 was simply captivated by how beautiful you are.”
“Am I really that beautiful?”
He had seen so many stunning women. Her looks should be far from enough to catch his attention, right?
“Yes,” Lu Zhi nodded. She might not be considered the most beautiful, but her appearance perfectly matched his aesthetic preferences.
Her nose, eyes, lips, ears… every part of her body seemed to be designed to fit into his heart. Every time he saw her, he couldn’t help but want to envelop her with his being.
The wedding took place in a church, and after the ceremony, there would be a celebration on Lu Family’s private island. Old Master Lu had prepared a total of sixty-six private planes for the guests attending today.
As the wedding procession arrived at the church, fireworks lit up the sky, and twenty adorable children showered flowers to pave the way.
Lu Family had truly pulled out all the stops, giving face to the Gu Family. The high-society ladies in A-City couldn’t help but secretly envy Jiang Yining for having such a grand wedding.
Chen Kexin, standing in a corner of the crowd, had a twisted expression of envy on her face. She muttered to herself, “Jiang Yining, enjoy it while it lasts.”
Because when night fell, it would be her, not Jiang Yining, who would enter the bridal chamber with Ah Zhi.. Let Jiang Yining revel in her triumph for the last few hours!