Chapter 489 The Meaning of Love
As he spoke, he deliberately avoided glancing at Meng Zhen. Instead, he gestured with disdain at Liu Zhi's huge pregnant belly, trying to direct his attention entirely to her.
Liu Zhi was stunned by his choking, then puffed up her cheeks in anger, picked up the cushion behind her and threw it at him: "You can't spit out ivory from a dog's mouth! This is the weight of my happiness! You know shit!"
Ming Jing was at a loss whether to laugh or cry, and quickly protected Liu Zhi to prevent her from moving too much and hurting herself. At the same time, he gave Xiao Han a helpless look, signaling him to say less.
Xiao Han easily caught the cushion, scoffed, and placed it behind him, leaning back in a more lazy position. He continued to be unforgiving, "Yes, yes, the weight of happiness is so heavy that even the earth's gravity has increased for you. Hurry up and eat more. I'll try to give you a crane next time we meet."
"You!" Liu Zhi was so angry that she wanted to pounce on him and scratch him, but Ming Jing held her tightly.
"Alright, alright, Zhizhi, calm down. The doctor said you can't get angry." Ming Jing comforted his wife while saying to Xiao Han, "Xiao Han, just stop provoking her."
Xiao Han snorted and finally stopped talking about this topic.
But those sharp eyes subconsciously glanced quickly in Meng Zhen's direction, only to see that she was whispering something with Meng Yushu beside her. Her profile was quiet, as if she didn't notice the farce here at all.
He felt inexplicably irritated, picked up the wine glass on the table, and drank the remaining wine in it.
Damn, when is this wedding going to end?
The wedding lasted until the lights came on.
Business partners gradually left, and only the two families' relatives and a group of close friends remained here to see them off.
There were fewer and fewer people in the banquet hall, and it gradually became empty and quiet.
After seeing off the last group of guests, Meng Anran turned around and saw Xiao Han and Meng Zhen standing on each side, without any interaction, but their expressions were equally indescribable.
She let out a light click of her tongue in disgust, instantly understanding the meaning in their expressions: they wanted to talk to each other but didn't dare to speak up. It was so awkward, as if they had some deep hatred.
"Brother, take Mom and Dad and Xiao Hong back first." She walked to Meng Yushu's side and said in a low voice, glancing at Meng Zhen meaningfully, "I think my sister and Xiao Han probably have something to talk about."
Meng Yushu also noticed that the two of them were hesitant to speak, and patted his sister's head lovingly: "Okay. Be careful when you go back later, and have a good rest tonight."
Meng Yushu took her parents and younger brother and left first. Meng Rong saw what his eldest daughter was thinking and tactfully gave her some space.
Ke Nai witnessed Meng Anran sending everyone away. After following her out of the banquet hall, he whispered, "Is it really okay for you to treat your sister this way? Aren't you afraid they'll repeat the same mistakes while chatting?"
"We're all adults now, so talking it out makes it easier to let go of those obsessions that shouldn't exist in our hearts."
"I agree!" Liu Zhi agreed. What her bestie said always made sense. "Instead of dwelling on it, it's better to be open and honest with each other. Let go of yourself and the other person."
Ming Jing glanced at Liu Zhi with resentment, "You sound quite experienced."
Liu Zhi's eyes widened. "I'm so wronged! I've only ever dated you, and our child is almost born, and you're actually saying this!"
Everyone was amused by this pair of bickering lovers.
Qin Mu put his arm around An Xiaoran's shoulders and teased Liu Zhi and Ming Jing, "It seems that An Xiaoran and I are not in a hurry to have children. It will definitely be fun when your child is born."
"You're treating my child like a toy?" Liu Zhi glared at him. "If you want to play with it, give birth to your own!"
A few people were chatting and laughing in the hotel lobby, but the empty banquet hall was silent.
Xiao Han looked at Meng Zhen, whom he hadn't seen for a long time. She seemed to have become more beautiful, and her temperament had lost some of her restraint and gained some competence and confidence.
After a long silence, Xiao Han spoke first: "How have you been recently?"
Meng Zhen's breathing paused for a moment, and then she seemed to have suddenly found some breathing space. The depression that had been lingering in her heart for a long time was released with her smile. "It's great. An Ran invested in me to start my own studio. The procedures went smoothly. Everything is moving in the right direction."
Xiao Han lowered his eyes and nodded, "That's good."
He paused, took a deep breath, and said, "I've always wanted to tell you I'm sorry for leaving you with unpleasant memories of your first relationship."
Meng Zhen quickly waved her hands in denial, "No, I was very happy and honored during the time I was with you. Even though we didn't have a happy ending, I still think that time was meaningful."
If she hadn't met Xiao Han, she might not have had the courage to give up her only skill and pursue an unknown dream.
If she hadn't followed him to Hai City and seen a different world, she might not have had the courage to stick with the interior design industry and start her own studio.
She and Xiao Han may not really be suitable to be lovers, but this relationship taught her a lot.
The meaning of love is that it can motivate people to move forward and become better versions of themselves.
Xiao Han was silent for a moment, as if completely relieved at that moment. He smiled and said, "I'm also honored to have walked a path with you. Although it was short, it was wonderful. If you encounter any professional problems in the future, you can come and ask me. Maybe when you become famous in the future, we will have the opportunity to work together again."
Meng Zhen pursed her lips and smiled gently, "Okay, then I'll trouble Teacher Xiao to take care of me."
On the other side, No. 9 Riverside.
Meng Anran and Qin Mu returned to the carefully decorated wedding room. Both of them were a little tired, but their spirits were still high.
In the bridal chamber, red candles were burning brightly, and the quilt was decorated with mandarin ducks, exuding a festive atmosphere everywhere.
Qin Mu took off the various pure gold hairpins from Meng Anran's bun, and lovingly massaged her scalp which had been pressed by gold, silver and jewelry all day.
"Are you tired?" he asked in a low voice, his voice a little hoarse.
Meng Anran shook her head and looked up at him, the candlelight dancing in her eyes: "Not bad."
She looked at him and suddenly laughed softly: "Qin Xiaomu."
"Um?"
"Looks great today."
Qin Mu was slightly startled, and then his eyes were filled with infinite tenderness and pride.
He leaned over, resting his hand against her forehead, their breaths blending together: "Young Miss is so beautiful today that I can't take my eyes off her."
Sensing the desire in his eyes, Meng Anran gently pushed him away: "I want to take a hot bath."
"Okay." Qin Mu picked her up by the waist and went into the bathroom.
The steam was thick and the mirror was covered with a layer of white mist, hiding the beautiful spring scenery in the room.
Outside the window, the moonlight is like water, quietly enveloping the city that has returned to tranquility after the hustle and bustle.
This extremely traditional and luxurious Chinese wedding will surely become a legend that will not be surpassed in the Beijing circle for a long time.
Qin Mu and Meng Anran still have a long future ahead of them.
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