Chapter 64 Ranran was the first one to move my heart...
Before seeing Chen Yun off, Song Zhixu told Tang Ran, "Go eat first, I'll come find you at the restaurant later."
"Okay." Tang Ran nodded obediently.
Song Zhixu escorted Chen Yun downstairs.
Chen Yun's identity was sensitive, and just like when she arrived, she was seen off to the west side building where there were fewer people.
Neither of them spoke the rest of the way.
When they arrived at the side gate, Chen Yun's car was already waiting at the entrance.
Chen Yun stopped in her tracks, looked at Song Zhixu, and, clinging to the last shred of hope, asked, "Is she the person you're talking about?"
Intimacy can be acted out, but the emotions that inadvertently slip out in one's eyes cannot be faked.
There's another point that Chen Yun has to admit.
She understands Song Zhixu.
She knew that Song Zhixu wasn't the kind of person who would lie to reject her.
This is something Chen Yun has been avoiding from the very beginning.
"Yes," Song Zhixu admitted without hesitation.
Hope was completely dashed, and bitterness spread rampantly in my heart.
"Congratulations."
Chen Yun maintained her composure and dignity.
On the second-floor corridor.
Tang Ran secretly glanced at the entrance of the west building.
Because of the angle, she couldn't see their expressions, but she felt that they seemed to be getting along quite well.
The engagement ceremony was held in the garden by the lake at the estate.
The lush green lawn serves as a backdrop, and as far as the eye can see, there are exquisitely arranged colorful flower clusters. The air is filled with the pleasant fragrance of flowers, and the whole garden is like a real-life Monet garden unfolding before your eyes.
Since it was just an engagement, the two families didn't invite many people; they were all close relatives and friends.
These people also knew that one of the women involved in the engagement had been replaced, and they all knew that the engagement was just a formality to quell rumors and maintain the cooperation between the two families.
Arranged marriages are so common in their lives that everyone is used to it.
More than offering blessings to the newlyweds, people were impressed by the Song family's wealth, as they were able to borrow the Berg Manor as the venue for the ceremony.
A melodious bell rang, and a gentle, flowing piano melody filled the air.
The guests' eyes all turned toward the entrance to the garden.
The two, hand in hand, passed through a flower-woven dome and entered the garden, where sunlight filtered through the gaps, casting dappled patterns of light.
A perfect couple, one bright and beautiful, the other gentle and graceful, with completely different looks, yet standing together they are exceptionally harmonious and well-matched.
"So beautiful," someone exclaimed softly.
"Oh my god, they're such a perfect match."
"They're such a perfect match..."
"What an amazing scene!"
The beauty of the scene made most people forget that it was a business marriage, and they only felt that the two who came together were a couple who were truly in love.
Song Zhixu and Tang Ran held hands, walking through a dazzling display of admiring glances. The rhinestones at the end of their skirts swayed gently with each step, sparkling brilliantly.
A gentle breeze blows, and petals fall from the sky.
The two walked onto the ceremony stage amidst a shower of falling petals.
A petal landed on her shoulder and tickled her, so Tang Ran raised her hand to brush it away.
As she turned her head, the petals that had fallen on her head slid down and settled on her forehead.
Tang Ran raised her hand.
Song Zhixu was one step ahead of her and removed the petals.
Their eyes met, and smiles bloomed naturally like flowers.
The photographer pressed the shutter, capturing this beautiful and blissful moment.
The engagement ceremony officially began.
"Distinguished guests..."
The emcee skillfully managed the atmosphere, and applause and cheers erupted from the audience.
"Now, let us witness together the two ladies exchanging rings that symbolize their commitment."
The waiter handed over the gift box containing the ring.
Inside the royal blue velvet box were two comet-shaped open diamond rings.
When Tang Ran met with the designer, the designer asked them if they had any ideas. For some reason, Tang Ran remembered the shooting stars they had watched together that night.
The interface is shaped like a five-pointed star, with a long tail that wraps around your finger.
The two rings have slightly different designs. When stacked together, they resemble two shooting stars circling and chasing each other.
Besides the rings, the two also wore matching necklaces and earrings today.
The two of them took the ring together.
Tang Ran extended her hand first, and Song Zhixu grasped it.
When their fingertips touched, Tang Ran felt her hand tremble almost imperceptibly.
Tang Ran was surprised and turned her gaze from her hands to Song Zhixu.
Upon closer inspection, it wasn't just his expression; Song Zhixu's entire body seemed slightly tense.
With her slender, pale fingers pinching the two sides of the ring, Song Zhixu gently held her breath and slipped the ring onto Tang Ran's middle finger.
His expression was extremely serious.
Tang Ran confirmed that Song Zhixu was nervous.
It was surprising that Song Zhixu could be nervous. Tang Ran felt like she had discovered a new continent, and a smile involuntarily spread across her face.
She bent her ring finger and gently scratched Song Zhixu's palm.
Pushing the ring down to the base of her finger, Song Zhixu looked up at the owner of the playful finger.
Tang Ran's smile was bright, her clear eyes were exceptionally bright, and her reflection was in her eyes.
Infected by her smile, Song Zhixu relaxed and a smile appeared on her lips.
Taking her right hand in his, Tang Ran leaned forward slightly and said in a voice only the two of them could hear, "Song Zhixu, you're very nervous."
His tone was lively and cunning.
It's a bit much.
Song Zhixu gave her a reproachful look.
Tang Ran's smile grew even brighter as she deftly slipped the ring onto her finger.
"What a beautiful ring! Was it custom-made?"
Xia Xin'er was sitting in the first row, so she could see very clearly.
Qiu Yuan: "Such a unique design must have been custom-made."
Lu Shuyang took Xia Xin'er's hand and said, "If you like it, let's go and order a pair. How about designing a pair of cherry blossoms that you like?"
Qiu Yuan ate a mouthful of dog food (a Chinese slang term for witnessing public displays of affection), then turned her head to look in the other direction.
"Don't bother taking pictures of them, they have professional photographers."
Murong Yi flipped the GoPro lens in Miao Tiantian's hand, quickly put her arm around Miao Tiantian's shoulder, and pressed the shutter.
"Murong Yi, if you lay a hand on me again, you're dead!" Miao Tiantian said angrily, slapping her hand away.
Murong Yi looked at her innocently, "Why won't you even let me hug you? We clearly agreed that except for sex..."
Miao Tiantian immediately covered her mouth.
Qiu Yuan: ...
Very good, we're already full without needing a banquet.
Song Zhixu and Tang Ran followed the emcee's guidance to the champagne tower.
"Next, please open this bottle of champagne together, a symbol of happiness."
The two held up the large champagne bottle specially made for the ceremony, their thumbs pressed against the cork, and exchanged a glance.
With a soft "pop," white, misty bubbles overflowed from the bottle opening.
With a slight lift of the wrist, the amber-colored liquid cascaded down the top of the tower, overflowing layer by layer.
The waiters also served champagne to the guests.
As the last drop of wine fell to the bottom of the glass, colorful fireworks rose and bloomed behind them.
The emcee raised his voice, "Let's all raise our glasses and offer our blessings to them!"
The piano melody shifted from tender to cheerful, and the garden was filled with cheers and blessings.
The engagement party was a Western-style banquet, with the main venue being the lakeside in the garden.
After cutting the 1.5-meter-long engagement cake, the ceremony was officially completed.
A performance stage was set up by the lake, and well-known singers and bands were invited to perform.
Magic shows, water performances, balls, holographic projections of the castle, fireworks displays, and banquets continue until dark.
A dazzling array of fireworks burst in the sky, transforming the entire castle garden into a colorful dream world.
The guests cheered and celebrated.
Murong Yi pulled Miao Tiantian close and was about to kiss her when Miao Tiantian slapped her across the face and pushed her away.
This guy is like a teddy bear; he takes every opportunity to harass her.
Miao Tiantian pushed people away, wanting to find Tang Ran. She had drunk a bit too much and was too lazy to drive back, so she needed Tang Ran to arrange a room for her.
She looked around but couldn't find anyone.
On the circular terrace atop the castle tower.
Whoosh! Whoosh! Whoosh! Thud! Thud! Thud! Thud! Thud!
Clusters of red fireworks rose into the sky, blooming into red hearts.
The red fireworks reflected on Tang Ran's face, adding another layer of crimson to her already flushed complexion.
A soft hand held her waist, and Tang Ran was completely encircled in Song Zhixu's arms.
Song Zhixu looked down at her, his light brown, warm eyes tinged with the effects of alcohol, his gaze deep and filled with a captivating tenderness.
The sweet aroma of fruit wine drew ever closer, and warm breath brushed against Tang Ran's cheeks, sending shivers down her spine.
Tang Ran's eyelashes trembled slightly as she gripped Song Zhixu's dress at the waist, her eyelashes fluttering as she instinctively tried to close her eyes.
The distance between them stopped when their noses touched, and Tang Ran slightly raised her half-closed eyes.
"Tang Ran, are you nervous?"
Song Zhixu's lips twitched slightly, her eyes filled with a gentle yet mischievous smile.
The similar tone of voice—wasn't that the same line she used to mock Song Zhixu?
Gentle and considerate, mature and steady – this is Tang Ran's perception of Song Zhixu's personality after spending time together.
Even when she throws a tantrum, Song Zhixu is gentle and tolerant.
Tang Ran never imagined that Song Zhixu would have a side that deliberately mischievous and teases people.
She was surprised for a moment, then puffed out her cheeks and glared at her.
"You..." You did it on purpose, didn't you?"
The words came to an abrupt end, Tang Ran's voice fading away between their joined lips.
My upper lip was held by two warm lips, and I felt a slight licking sensation on my cupid's bow.
Tang Ran's breath hitched.
call out!
A huge cluster of fireworks rose into the sky and exploded with a bang!
Congratulations on your engagement, Song Zhixu and Tang Ran!
Tang Ran was overwhelmed by the dazzling light before her eyes, and her head was spinning.
There is a slight lack of oxygen.
Song Zhixu's lips were soft and had a fruity wine aroma.
Tang Ran unconsciously opened her lips to meet her kiss.
Song Zhixu raised his hand and stroked the back of her neck, deepening the kiss.
The air became thick and sticky, and Tang Ran found it hard to breathe.
She opened her mouth, trying to draw in more oxygen.
The soft touch traced the outline of her lips and slid between her teeth.
When their tongues touched, Tang Ran's body tensed for a moment.
The first two times Song Zhixu kissed her, it was only a fleeting encounter, without going any deeper.
Noticing her nervousness, Song Zhixu slowed down and gently kissed her lips.
As the warmth on her tongue withdrew, Tang Ran subconsciously opened her eyes.
Song Zhixu released her lips, pressed his forehead against hers, and touched her earlobe with his fingers.
"Aren't you used to it?"
His deep voice was like a fine wine, every word intoxicating.
Tang Ran, feeling a bit dizzy from lack of oxygen, replied without thinking, "A little bit."
I don't have much experience in this area even across two lifetimes.
I'm really not used to it.
However, kissing Song Ji-hee felt great.
She wasn't averse to it, just a little nervous.
"Good girl."
Song Zhixu looked up, smiled, and pinched her earlobe, her voice clear and melodious.
Tang Ran was very inexperienced when it came to kissing.
This surprised Song Zhixu a bit.
Realizing the implication behind Song Zhixu's words, Tang Ran narrowed her eyes, pushed her away, and said in a slightly cool tone, "You're very experienced?"
Thinking about it this way, Tang Ran felt that Song Zhixu was quite skilled when he kissed her.
"Not substantial." Song Zhixu poked her puffed-up cheek.
Despite not having a wealth of knowledge, he's so skilled.
Tang Ran grabbed her hand, adopting an accusatory stance, "How many relationships have you had before?"
She is now Song Zhixu's fiancée, so it is perfectly legitimate for her to ask such a question.
"We haven't talked about it."
Song Zhixu grabbed her hand in return, in a very good mood.
Tang Ran is very easygoing and never bothers with things she doesn't care about.
The fact that Tang Ran asked about her romantic history shows that she cares.
Tang Ran was too busy being surprised to know that Song Zhixu had seen through her little scheme.
Miao Tiantian had told her that Song Zhixu's private life was quite clean, but given her age, Tang Ran assumed that she must have had at least one or two relationships.
Tang Ran wasn't particularly fastidious about relationships, but hearing that she had never been in a relationship before still made her a tiny bit happy.
She hooked Song Zhixu's finger around hers and asked casually, "So, there's no one you've fallen for?"
Given Song Zhixu's qualities, she must have many suitors.
Just like Chen Yun.
With a good family background, good looks, good temperament, and good personality, has Song Zhixu never been tempted?
She had wanted to ask this question when Song Zhixu brought Chen Yun back.
"have."
Song Zhixu nodded, her smile gentle.
Tang Ran's initial excitement vanished instantly.
What does "有" mean?
Did Song Zhixu ever have feelings for Chen Yun?
Then why not be together?
She regretted asking the question.
Lost in thought, she was embraced again.
Song Zhixu lowered his head and kissed Tang Ran's ear. "Ranran is the first person to make my heart flutter."
Tang Ran was stunned, her heart beating even faster than when they had just kissed.
A bar in Jiangcheng City.
Song Wuqi downed another cup of wine.
She came when the bar was open and has been drinking ever since.
Many friends attended the wedding, but most of them refrained from posting on social media because of Song Wuqi.
Only Miao Tiantian was exceptionally high-profile, not afraid of offending Song Wuqi at all.
She posted several photos and videos of the engagement ceremony.
At the banquet, Song Zhixu and Tang Ran deliberately acted distant, but the two were so pleasing to the eye that even without any intimate actions, they looked particularly well-matched just standing together.
Song Wuqi found it irritating.
My phone screen lit up briefly; it was a news notification from the app.
The engagement banquet at the castle was a grand affair, and details of the marriage between two wealthy families have been revealed!
Song Wuqi clenched his fist.
This was supposed to be her engagement ceremony!
She should be the one engaged to Tang Ran!
Song Wuqi felt regretful, angry, and resentful.
"A castle wedding? Rich people really know how to have style." The man drinking next door clicked his tongue while holding his phone.
The woman next to him leaned over for a look, "Isn't this the one who caused such a stir online a few days ago, the one who cheated on his girlfriend..."
"That good-for-nothing rich kid who cheated?"
"Yes, yes, that's her. One scandal caused Song's Group's market value to evaporate by more than 10 billion."
"Tsk, I heard the stock price has rebounded?"
"That's all thanks to her aunt. The engagement was arranged by changing the person at the last minute, replacing her with her aunt."
"Really? Your ex-girlfriend turned aunt? She'd be furious!"
"What can you do? It's her own fault for being incompetent. I have a friend who works at Song's, the one who cheated on her husband. She's just a second-generation rich kid who only knows how to play around with women. Every project she makes fails. She's nothing compared to her aunt..."
Bang!
The glass shattered on the table between the two men, shards of glass mixed with wine splashing all over them.
"Holy shit!"
The man stood up, saw that it was a woman who had thrown the glass, slammed his fist on the table, and walked over, yelling, "XXX! Are you fucking crazy?!"
"If you can't speak properly, then shut the hell up!" Song Wuqi stared coldly at the two of them.
She had been drinking heavily for several days in a row, and her whole state was extremely disheveled. The couple she was talking about didn't recognize her at all. The person in front of her was the good-for-nothing rich second-generation heir they were discussing.
"Go to hell! We can say whatever we want, it's none of your business..."
Before the man could finish speaking, he was punched in the face.
"Holy shit!"
First, he was covered in alcohol, then he was hit. The man was furious and threw a punch at Song Wuqi.
Song Wuqi had some experience in free fighting, so the man couldn't hit her; instead, he took another punch.
Seeing that her boyfriend was losing, the woman came to help, throwing her bag at Song Wuqi's head.
"Quick! Pull them apart!"
Ye Xiaoyu called the bar's security guards.
When the security guards pulled the woman away, she took the opportunity to smash Song Wuqi's back hard.
The woman's bag was made of soft leather, and the stainless steel water cup inside hit Song Wuqi directly on the back of the head.
Song Wuqi's head buzzed, white light flashed before his eyes, and he staggered, about to fall.
"Life imprisonment!" Ye Xiaoyu hurriedly grabbed her.
Looking up and seeing her, Song Wuqi frowned. "What are you doing here?"
After the birthday party, she only made a few token phone calls to Ye Xiaoyu, and the two haven't seen each other since.
"I'm worried about you." Ye Xiaoyu's eyes were full of concern.
At first, when Song Wuqi called her to comfort her, Ye Xiaoyu believed her.
She was overjoyed when Song's announcement came out.
Tang Ran got engaged to Song Wuqi's aunt, so Song Wuqi and Tang Ran could no longer be together.
Song Wuqi finally belongs to her alone.
However, Song Wuqi did not contact her for the next few days.
Ye Xiaoyu wasn't stupid; she immediately realized that Song Wuqi's earlier words about waiting were just to coax her.
After the incident was exposed online, she lost her job, and her supervisor also sent her a message expressing his disappointment.
She had no other way out but to hold on tightly to Song Wuqi.
Ye Xiaoyu had been following Song Wuqi for several days, trying to find an opportunity to get closer to her again.
"I'm not telling you to stay home and not go out."
Song Wuqi looked impatient and shook off his hand, ready to leave.
Ye Xiaoyu's eyes immediately reddened, "I..."
In the past, when Song Wuqi saw her like this, he would always try to comfort her.
"You can't leave! You think you can just walk away after hitting someone! I'm calling the police!" The woman blocked her way.
The other side started the fight, so they are in the right.
"Go ahead and call the police! You guys even attacked too!" Ye Xiaoyu stood in front of Song Wuqi.
Since things have already escalated to this point, she doesn't mind making a bigger fuss.
It would be best to make it into the news again, so that Song Wuqi and she would be even more closely tied together.
The bar manager arrived at that moment.
Song Wuqi was a regular customer, and the manager knew her.
Fights are common in bars, and the owners are already very adept at handling them.
He called the couple aside and, with just a few words, persuaded them to drop the matter.
If the other party doesn't pursue the matter, the same goes for Song Wuqi.
She hit someone on impulse, but if it really escalates to the police station and her grandfather finds out, it will cause a lot of trouble.
Their commotion was so loud that quite a few people came to watch the spectacle.
Song Wuqi turned and walked out.
She had drunk quite a bit of alcohol and had just gotten into a fight; the alcohol was circulating rapidly in her body, making her unsteady on her feet.
"Life imprisonment." Ye Xiaoyu quickly helped her up.
Song Wuqi pushed her away.
Ye Xiaoyu let go of her hand and looked at her with hurt in her eyes.
Many people were watching them, but Song Wuqi didn't say anything and strode out.
Ye Xiaoyu followed behind her and chased after her.
"No wonder you look so familiar. Aren't you the cheating woman and the mistress from the internet?" The woman recognized Ye Xiaoyu and her companion. "No wonder she started hitting people right away."
The woman was furious that her man had been hit several times. She yelled at their retreating backs, "Shameless as they are, yet they're afraid of what people will say. They're disgusting!"
Ye Xiaoyu's face turned pale and then flushed.
After the incident, she stayed at home and didn't even dare to look at the news online.
Now that people are pointing fingers and scolding me, I can't hold back anymore, and tears just started falling.
After leaving the bar, Song Wuqi felt extremely dizzy. Seeing Ye Xiaoyu's hesitant and timid appearance, he couldn't care less about being annoyed and tossed her the keys.
"Take me back."
"good."
Ye Xiaoyu wiped away her tears and revealed a surprised expression.
After getting into the car, Song Wuqi was fully intoxicated and remained quite sober even after Ye Xiaoyu helped her upstairs.
Ye Xiaoyu helped her to bed and went to the living room to pour her a glass of water.
She glanced at the door and took a box of medicine out of her bag.
The aluminum foil packaging contained only two pills, one red and one pink.
Ye Xiaoyu picked out the pink piece and ate it herself, then dissolved the red medicine in water and brought it into the bedroom.
The moon sets and the sun rises; it's a new day.
Song Wuqi woke up with a start.
"You're awake?"
Ye Xiaoyu heard the sound and walked in from outside.
She had her legs exposed and was wearing only a loose shirt, with mottled marks on her neck.
Song Wuqi's expression suddenly changed, his voice as cold as ice, "Ye Xiaoyu?"
Her eyes were particularly gloomy.
Ye Xiaoyu was startled, thinking that Song Wuqi had discovered what she had done last night.
"Life imprisonment." Ye Xiaoyu called out to her, her eyes starting to redden again.
Song Wuqi remained unmoved by her crying, instead taking in the furnishings of the room.
My gaze stopped when it fell on the electronic calendar on the bedside table.
Song Wuqi's pupils rapidly dilated and then contracted.
She quickly picked up her phone, unlocked it, and dialed a number.
"Sorry, the number you dialed is busy. Please try again later!"
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