"By the way, Zheng, I heard that girl had an incident yesterday. What happened?" Old Mr. Shen had always been concerned about that girl. Although he returned early from the Lin Family yesterday, he was too excited about this matter to sleep.
It wasn’t until Shen Wenxuan and the others came back, and he realized that Zheng hadn’t returned with them, that he found out the girl had been locked up.
Zheng knew his father was worried about the girl, so he recounted the events of yesterday to him again.
"That’s how it happened. Uncle Lin felt that Mu Xingfeng breaking off the engagement and then bringing his new girlfriend to his birthday banquet was a provocation, so he had An Ran confined. He just wanted to give her a small lesson and did not intend to harm her."
"Hmph, that Old Man Lin, he’s lived so long yet is still bickering with the younger generation over these things. When did that Mu Family boy ever acknowledge the engagement with the Lin Family? It was just his wishful thinking. So, how was it resolved in the end?"
The relationships among the Lin, Mu, and Shen Families are incredibly complex. Each family has its own advantages and holds a significant position in commerce, politics, and the military. If not handled properly, it could affect the relationships among the three families and even the safety of the Imperial City.
"Zhenzong has agreed to persuade Xingfeng, and Wei Dong has also promised to give them an explanation. I don’t think there will be any issues," said Zheng.
"It seems that if the girl wants to have a stable place within the Mu Family, it won’t be easy," Old Mr. Shen sighed.
"Zheng, after Wenxuan and Wanxin’s matter is settled, you should assign some people to thoroughly investigate the people involved with Jie at that time, see if there are any clues. I can’t believe there’s someone in this world who looks so similar.
Also, I heard that girl is an orphan. I want you and Huiling to discuss formally adopting her as a goddaughter. That way, if she ever gets wronged in the Mu Family, someone can back her up. Just consider it for the sake of her face, which looks so much like Jie’s." Although Old Mr. Shen said this, in his heart, he was genuinely starting to feel sorry for An Ran.
"Dad, there’s no need to discuss. That girl saved Ya before. When Huiling and I first met her, Huiling suggested adopting her as a goddaughter, but she refused," Zheng said with a touch of regret, "But rest assured, Dad. Just for saving Ya’s life, the Shen Family would never stand by and do nothing if she encounters any trouble."
"That’s good, that’s good," Old Mr. Shen was finally relieved after hearing his son say this.
Soon, it was the day of Shen Wenxuan and Mu Wanxin’s engagement.
The Shen and Mu Families held significant positions in both the military and political circles of the Imperial City, and the Mu Family also held an influential position in the business world. This day was destined to be a gathering of elites, a busy and lively day.
The engagement ceremony was held at a private estate owned by the Shen Family.
The estate had been getting decorated for the past half month, and with the New Year approaching, there were red ribbons and fresh flowers everywhere, making the place full of joy.
An Ran and Mu Xingfeng stayed at the old house the night before. The next morning, as one of Mu Wanxin’s family members, An Ran accompanied the Mu Family to the estate.
After getting off the car, Shen Wenxuan was already waiting at the entrance of the estate.
"Oh my God, Wenxuan looks so handsome today," An Ran said to Mu Wanxin next to her, seeing Shen Wenxuan in a white suit with a gentle and elegant demeanor.
Looking at Mu Wanxin, her eyes were filled with deep affection, leaving no room for anyone else.
An Ran couldn’t help but cover her face and nudge the elegant man beside her. "What should I do? The engagement ceremony hasn’t even started yet, and I’m already overwhelmed by all this lovey-dovey display."