Shadow and Light: The Bride Who Clicks Her Way to Love-Chapter 256 - 269: Wine Glass and Water Glass

Su Xingyu originally wanted to find an excuse to leave, but seeing Qin Zheng so resolutely defending her, leaving directly seemed inappropriate.

She obligingly handed her equipment bag to the butler and thanked Qin Zheng.

Seeing there was nothing interesting left to watch, the surrounding guests began to disperse. Qin Mu, however, looked at Su Xingyu several times with a complicated expression, seeming to have something to say to her, but with his elder brother Qin Zheng and his soon-to-be fiancée Su Xingqi present, he couldn’t say a word. Ultimately, he had to leave, looking back every few steps.

Only Su Xingyu and Qin Zheng remained on the afternoon lawn in late autumn.

Qin Zheng was slightly taller than her, looking down at her, "Sorry, for making you feel wronged."

She shook her head, "That was a scheme by Qin Mu and Su Xingqi, it has nothing to do with you, Brother Qin Zheng."

Yet Qin Zheng said, "It’s my responsibility for what happens on the Qin Family’s grounds. But Xingyu, would you believe me if I said Qin Mu knew nothing about this? I know my brother well, though he’s unremarkable, he wouldn’t intentionally harm anyone. Moreover, he’s obviously still not over Su Xingyu, how could he deliberately set her up and humiliate her in public?"

Looking at him with a hint of eagerness in his eyes, Su Xingyu smiled bitterly, "What does it matter if I believe it or not? Anyway, they’ll soon be a family, and it has nothing to do with me."

Qin Zheng was silent; she was right, what significance does distinguishing black from white have now?

Accompanying her on the lawn in silence for a while, he finally said, "I’ve always thought of you as a sister, Xingyu. If you ever encounter trouble, feel free to come to me."

"Brother Qin Zheng, why are you so good to me?" Su Xingyu was genuinely puzzled this time, stopping in her tracks.

Qin Zheng turned his head slightly, avoiding her gaze, pausing for a few seconds before saying, "It’s the Qin Family that owes you."

"Owes?" Su Xingyu chuckled, "Are you talking about the marriage? Maybe it’s destiny that Qin Mu and I weren’t meant to be."

She remembered from a young age, her grandfather and mother pointing to the handsome little boy from the Qin Family and saying to her, "Xingyu, this will be your future husband."

Back then, she would naively ask, "Mom, what is a husband?"

"It’s someone who takes care of you and treats you well for a lifetime."

A lifetime is so long; twenty years is enough for things to change.

Su Xingyu shook her head, letting go of past memories, and instead comforted Qin Zheng, "Brother Qin Zheng, don’t feel guilty, anyway, I’m doing quite well now."

"Are you really with Lu Shifeng?" Qin Zheng asked her, "The serious kind?"

She understood what he meant. Facing this caring older brother, she almost had the urge to tell him her true identity. But she restrained herself, only saying, "I’ve met his elders."

Saying this was to reassure him, as meeting the elders meant it was indeed serious.

After hearing her words, Qin Zheng nodded, though seemingly troubled, his expression was not relaxed.

Su Xingyu observed him and asked, "Brother Qin Zheng, do you have other things to attend to? You don’t need to stay with me, you can go ahead."

Finally turning back to her, Qin Zheng smiled gently, "Today is Qin Mu’s engagement banquet, I am indeed a bit busy. Xingyu, congratulations on finding a good match; the eldest son of the Lu Family has a strong reputation in the business world, entrusted with integrity. I’ll introduce someone to you, Miss Luo Lanxi, the Luo Family does business with the Lu Family, you’ll surely have much to discuss."

Su Xingyu secretly admired Qin Zheng’s thoughtfulness, no wonder he managed the Qin Corporation so well.

He’s worried she’ll be isolated and besieged at the engagement banquet, giving her an ally.

Qin Zheng added, "The Luo Family is also our business partner, not a personal friend of Qin Mu or Su Xingqi."

She understood his intention well, and smiled, "Great, I’ll be honored to meet Miss Luo."

So Qin Zheng sincerely introduced her to Luo Lanxi, before leaving assured.

Luo Lanxi was a quiet and elegant girl, a knowledgeable lady of high status. Upon hearing Qin Zheng’s introduction, she understood his intention, and was also willing to meet a girl who might become the future daughter-in-law of the Lu Family. The two chatted casually, and the atmosphere was harmonious.

Many of Su Xingqi’s allies wanted to see Su Xingyu embarrassed, but seeing this situation, they all found it dull.

Su Xingqi herself was even more disappointed, watching from afar as Su Xingyu and Luo Lanxi were enjoying an engaging conversation, she stomped her foot, "It really annoys me, I just don’t want her to have a good time!"

Beside her, Liu Meizhi said, "The engagement banquet isn’t over yet, there will be opportunities."

Soon after, the host invited Su Xingqi to officially announce the start of the engagement ceremony.

Su Xingqi indeed had "backup" photographers, several of them, strategically stationed to capture beautiful moments with Qin Mu.

Su Xingyu internally laughed coldly, and followed Luo Lanxi along with the crowd toward the platform to witness the event.

"Today, we gather together to witness the joyous engagement of Mr. Qin Mu and Miss Su Xingqi..." The host’s sweet voice began.

Then came the exchange of rings, the speeches of the newlyweds, speeches from the parents of the bride and groom...

The scene was dreamy and beautiful, like a romantic fairy tale.

Standing quietly among the guests, Su Xingyu was momentarily dazed, once she thought the girl standing opposite Qin Mu should have been her.

But looking now, her heart was not upset or regretful, she was so calm because she already knew her place wasn’t here.

She had Lu Shifeng, someone to spend her life with.

If at this moment, Lu Shifeng could be here with her to witness this ceremony, how wonderful that would be.

Thinking of this, a subtle smile unknowingly rose on her soft cherry-colored lips.

On the stage, although Qin Mu kept reciting vows with Su Xingqi, his gaze occasionally swept over the guests below, landing on Su Xingyu. He couldn’t believe seeing her at his wedding she wouldn’t feel the slightest sadness, even smiling? Qin Mu’s heart ached faintly, why did seeing her smile so beautifully cause him such discomfort?

Next to him, Su Xingqi noticed his subtle actions, her face slightly darkened, and discreetly exchanged glances with Liu Meizhi.

Liu Meizhi received the cue and left.

On stage, the host reached the final segment, "Let’s toast with champagne to sincerely bless this newly engaged couple!"

Uniformed waiters formed two lines, bearing glass after glass of sparkling golden champagne, the slender champagne flutes elegant and noble.

But what was handed to Su Xingyu was a heavy glass tumbler meant for drinking water.