Chapter 763: Her Calmness
Translator: Dragon Boat Translation Editor: Dragon Boat Translation
When Li Yiran appeared, Huangfu Ruixiang was assisting Zhong Yating with putting on the ring, which was already halfway on.
The moment he laid eyes on Li Yiran, he was taken aback. However, seeing the child in Li Yiran’s arms stirred within him a strange sensation, akin to the pride of a new father.
He had been aware of the child’s birth. Yet, amidst the whirlwind of events during that period, he had been overwhelmed, lacking the energy to attend to the child. He hadn’t even spared a glance at the infant.
Of course, the thought of the child had crossed his mind later. However, with Huangfu Ruiling’s true identity exposed, Zhong Yating’s relentless pursuit, and her insistence on repayment, followed by their impending marriage, he had been consumed with other matters, leaving no room to consider the child.
Had Li Yiran not appeared with the child, he might not have recollected his paternity at all.
At the sight of a beautiful woman holding a child, Zhong Yating immediately felt a surge of vigilance.
The woman was strikingly beautiful. Despite being a mother, her allure remained unmatched.
Her presence at their wedding, claiming no association with Huangfu Ruixiang, was utterly unbelievable to Zhong Yating. She felt an intense sense of foreboding from this woman.
With these thoughts in mind, Zhong Yating promptly approached Huangfu Ruixiang, grasping his hand as if asserting her authority, and questioned, “Who are you? Why disrupt our wedding?”
Li Yiran chose not to address Zhong Yating’s inquiry. Instead, tears welled in her eyes as she looked at Huangfu Ruixiang mournfully. “Ruixiang, do you no longer want me? Even if you do not, our child is innocent!”
Her words ignited a commotion among the spectators.
The affair between Li Yiran and Huangfu Ruixiang was known to few. They only knew of Li Yiran’s falling out with Zhongyu Liuying, resulting in her expulsion from the Huangfu family. Yet, nobody had anticipated her involvement with Huangfu Ruixiang, let alone bearing his child. It was indeed explosive news!
Huangfu Jingzhang and Zhongyu Liuying sat unmoved, showing no inclination to intervene. It seemed they preferred the wedding to end abruptly.
The unexpected turn of events surprised Huangfu Jingxian and his family. However, observing the composed demeanor of Huangfu Jingzhang and Zhongyu Liuying, they suspected the couple’s involvement in this matter.
Regardless, this affair had no bearing on them, so they remained seated, mere spectators to the unfolding drama.
Ye Leng’an leaned on the table, chin resting on her hand, keenly observing the spectacle on stage, thoroughly entertained.
Beside her, Huangfu Ruiling remained indifferent to the proceedings on stage, his gaze fixed on Ye Leng’an, brimming with tenderness.
Meanwhile, on stage, Li Yiran approached Huangfu Ruixiang and Zhong Yating with the child in her arms, yet her attention was solely on Huangfu Ruixiang, disregarding Zhong Yating.
“Who are you exactly?”
Li Yiran’s indifference further incensed Zhong Yating. “Today is our wedding. If you’ve come to offer congratulations, you’re welcome. If you’re here to cause trouble, I urge you to leave.”
This wedding, meticulously planned, was not to be marred by anyone. Zhong Yating was convinced of the woman’s deep ties to Huangfu Ruixiang. And given the absence of objections from the audience, the child was likely his. But what of it? Zhong Yating sought the position of Huangfu Ruixiang’s wife, a title she was determined to claim, regardless of obstacles. Furthermore, even if the child was his, he was merely illegitimate. In time, her own child would rightfully inherit the Huangfu family legacy.
“Ruixiang, look, this is our child,” Li Yiran declared, standing before Huangfu Ruixiang. “Since his birth, you’ve never held him.”
Huangfu Ruixiang’s gaze fell upon the child in Li Yiran’s arms. Seeing the infant’s innocent face stirred within him a profound sense of paternal pride. He instinctively reached out, longing to embrace the child.
Sensing Huangfu Ruixiang’s intent, Zhong Yating tightened her grip on his hand, restraining him, and preventing him from approaching.
This action snapped Huangfu Ruixiang back to reality. He glanced apologetically at Zhong Yating.
While today’s wedding was not of his choosing, he had never intended for Zhong Yating to endure such humiliation. After all, Zhong Yating had been his savior.
Initially elated by Huangfu Ruixiang’s gesture, Li Yiran’s expression darkened momentarily. However, she maintained her composure. Turning to Zhong Yating, she blinked back tears. “You needn’t worry. I’m not here to compete with you. It’s just that my child has never known his father since birth. I feel it’s unjust for him, hence my bringing him here today. Rest assured, I won’t disrupt your wedding. I’m well aware of my place, so you needn’t concern yourself with me.”
She had initially thought that as soon as she appeared, this woman would surely lose control and create a scene.
Because no matter which woman it was, encountering such a situation on her wedding day, she would definitely not be able to tolerate it. However, who could have imagined that the other party would be so calm, without even a hint of wanting to cause a commotion? She handled everything very calmly, even preventing Huangfu Ruixiang from holding the child.
“But, in fact, you’ve already affected our wedding.” Zhong Yating remained calm, her emotions showing not even the slightest change. “I don’t know what kind of relationship you and Ruixiang have, but today is our wedding. Can’t we deal with whatever issues after the ceremony? Or are you determined to ruin our wedding?”
Zhong Yating’s composed demeanor left Li Yiran somewhat at a loss.
In her anticipation, at this moment, Zhong Yating would surely lose her composure, thus highlighting her pitiful appearance. However, the current calmness of the other party was almost frightening, leaving her momentarily unsure of how to respond.