Chang Le originally thought that if the Hua family were to receive the Golden Ear Medal this year, it should be Hua Anning.
With the added advantages of being the actual core of the Hua family in the future, a top weapon master, and a guest advisor for hunting out the supernatural, Hua Anning is the most natural recipient.
But now, if this medal is given to her, wouldn't it seem to outsiders that she is completely tied to the Hua family?
Hua Lihan shook her head: "Take a closer look at the list."
Chang Le looked down and glanced at the list again, and suddenly realized that her name on the list was written as Chang Le.
"This medal does not belong to the Hua family; it belongs to you. It was awarded to Chang Le from District Nine."
Chang Le stared at him in astonishment.
Hua Lihan said, "Your nomination included the Hua family, but your final selection as the recipient was a joint decision by the Management Committee, the major regional families, and the guardians of the four bases. This medal is an honor you deserve."
Chang Le looked at the gleaming gold medal and chuckled, "Why bother? Does a vicious dog stop biting when it's wearing a name tag? Give me regional recognition, and I'll be hindered by my reputation?"
“I’m sorry, I refuse the medal.” She pushed the list back.
Hua Lihan said slowly and deliberately:
“Lele, your weight alone is not enough to balance the entire scale. If you want more checks and balances, you naturally cannot be afraid of being checked. Behind the Golden Earl Medal lies the power of the younger generation in the Central Plains. You need the recognition and support of the younger generation to protect the Ninth District that you want to protect in the coming decades.”
"These are the methods of our generation, but they can be the fulcrum of peace for your generation."
Chang Le stared at the list that had been pushed back, remaining silent for a long time.
Hua Yuezhi then spoke up, "When the Golden Ear of Rice Medal recipients were being voted on, Ying Huaixia, Gu Yujing, Shen Xiu, Si Yehong, Wei Jinyan, Hua Anning, and others all voted for you."
Chang Le fell into deep thought.
At that moment, she deeply realized that those who get involved become the key to everything.
After a long silence, Chang Le suddenly spoke up: "Who are the other two people?"
Hua Yuezhi was stunned. The topic changed too suddenly, and he didn't react for a moment.
Hua Lihan answered her: "Wei Jinyan and Qin Xian."
"Who? The last one, Qin Xian!" Chang Le grinned. "That Qin Xian who's a bit simple-minded?"
Hua Lihan nodded: "Yes." She confirmed both the choice of person and the description.
Chang Le immediately asked with suspicion, "Could this medal be fake?"
Hua Lihan said, "No, but Qin Xian was able to obtain it because of the support of the Qin family. In the years after Ying Huaixia left, Qin Xian has been busy managing the affairs of the association like he was on steroids. His achievements are not outstanding, but... little by little, they add up."
Chang Le was somewhat speechless.
Hua Yuezhi, who was standing to the side, was already stunned.
I don't understand why the tense atmosphere just now suddenly changed, and why two people who were at odds with each other suddenly started chatting happily.
"I will arrive in Hua'an City on time on the 27th," Chang Le said, making his stance clear.
“Okay.” Hua Lihan was not surprised that she changed her mind.
Chang Le touched the uneven medal pattern on the list and suddenly said, "Dad."
"Um?"
"Tell me, if I were to revert to the way I was a year ago, would you still dare to give me this medal?"
She once went to great lengths to destroy it;
Now, she chooses to protect and bury her hatred deep inside.
Hua Lihan paused for a moment, then looked at her with a sharp gaze: "I have already told you my answer."
Chang Le couldn't help but laugh.
Isn't that right?
More than a year ago, she was insane and lost her mind, but what she got was an ending where her memories were sealed and she was forced to weave lies.
Now, having made different choices, she has received different outcomes.
Chang Le smiled and stood up: "Dad, I'm leaving now. I'm going to prepare for tomorrow's banquet."
She then smiled at Hua Yuezhi and said, "Brother, thank you for helping me."
Hua Yuezhi and Hua Anning must have played a significant role in her nomination and eventual receipt of the medal.
Hua Lihan is right. She wants the power of the younger generation in the Central Plains, she needs peace in the Nine Districts for the next few decades, and she needs to have the power to restrain them.
...
Wei Zi urged Chang Le to rest, but Chang Le insisted on trying out makeup with her. Unable to argue, Wei Zi happily brought the stylist to her home to do her makeup.
Chang Le looked at herself in the mirror, looking meticulously groomed from head to toe, and felt a little uncomfortable.
She glanced at Hua Anning, who was relaxed and just watching her, and said, "Tomorrow, I'm the main character. Why don't you try it yourself? Why are you just keeping me here?"
Hua Anning smiled and shrugged: "I've already tried everything, and you're the only one left!"
After discussing with the stylist, Wei Zi pulled Chang Le back to his seat: "Come on, let's change it again!"
Chang Le cast a pleading look at Hua Anning, who said she couldn't help but bring over a fruit platter and squeezed a bite into her mouth whenever she could, making her a little less bored.
While Wei Zi was discussing things with the stylist, Hua Anning looked at Chang Le in the mirror and exclaimed, "Lele is so beautiful!"
Chang Le smiled at her reflection in the mirror: "Sister, you have to be prettier than me tomorrow, otherwise people will say I'm stealing the spotlight."
Hua Anning raised an eyebrow slightly: "I definitely won't be prettier than you tomorrow, because tomorrow, I'll be in charge of being handsome!"
Chang Le chuckled, only then realizing that Hua Anning had deliberately chosen a neutral-style suit.
"Sister, how can you be so kind~" Chang Le rubbed her hand on her shoulder.
Hua Anning gently stroked her hair with a soft expression: "You're my sister, isn't it only right that I treat you well!"
Chang Le lowered her eyes to hide her expression, her tone still soft: "No, I mean, why was my sister so nice to me from the beginning?"
She raised her eyes, her large, round, watery eyes always so clear that it was hard to look directly at them.
Hua Anning paused, her eyes filled with a complex expression. She glanced at Wei Zi beside her and whispered, "Because Lele is the first person to sincerely express kindness to me without any ulterior motive."
"That was when we first met."
Chang Le frowned, looking troubled: "I...I don't remember."
Hua Anning thought for a moment and said, "How about I tell you during your afternoon nap?"
Chang Le nodded happily.
"Oh, you two sisters are whispering to each other!" Wei Zi walked over with a smile. "I know you two are very close! Come on, Ningning, can you help me see which of these two pearls is more suitable to be placed here?"
Hua Anning carefully selected her items, while Chang Le watched with a beaming smile, the smile seemingly etched on her face.
By the time the design for tomorrow's banquet was finalized, it was already noon.
After lunch, Chang Le finished digesting her food and then took Hua Anning to her room.
The two sat on the balcony, and Chang Le urged her to speak.
Hua Anning thought for a moment before speaking: "Do you remember that I wasn't actually lost?"
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