Chapter 187

and was as good as dead. He became even more indifferent and cold, using harsh methods and indulging in promiscuity and constant pleasure-seeking.He thought that Young Master Er’s heart was already d...Chapter 187

Warm nodded and Tang Mandong asked again, "What were you pondering about on Weibo just now What made you go there in such cold weather"

"Oh... nothing much. I was thinking of what gift to prepare for Sister Xueru for her wedding but couldn't come up with anything, so I stood there blankly on the square."

Tang Mandong glanced at her sideways and said, "We don’t need anything. You can just send a red envelope as a gift."

"That’s not the point. It’s about the thought behind it."

“Then why did you come out with Ye Ershao He could have given some suggestions and helped you think of something.”

"He's busy," said Warm indifferently. Just as Tang Mandong was going to ask, Xiao Nian clapped her hands and walked over, "Auntie, Mommy looks so pretty..."

Chen Xueru came out of the studio. Tang Mandong and Warm stood up in amazement. She truly looked beautiful and elegant. In a hurry to take their engagement photos, Chen Xueru and Tang Shuwen had hastily taken a set of wedding photos. The Tang family naturally would not let Chen Xueru down, so they hurriedly made her wedding dress for the shoot. Wen Lan thought of the most famous wedding dress designer in Milan and requested that she design this non-selling model.

This was the year's top wedding dress that had stunned the Milan fashion show circuit, appearing on T stages and being exhibited in bridal stores. When a prince from another country wanted to buy this set of wedding dresses for his own wedding, the owner refused.

The wedding gown accentuated Chen Xueru’s long figure even more, making her curves appear even more curvaceous. The white veil was very sheer and had a long skirt train. White flowers bloomed all over the veil, laid elegantly behind her. A beautiful lily flower bloomed on her left hip, layer upon layer of petals cascading down, giving off an impression of lavish elegance and nobility. Some small diamond embellishments were dotted at the very bottom, perfectly fitting Chen Xueru's figure to bring out the opulence and grandeur of the wedding gown.

"Miss Chen looks so beautiful," gushed the ladies in the studio. Warm and Tang Mandong took photos with their phones. Warm’s eyes sparkled with hearts as she said, "Sister Xueru, marry me."

Envy and jealousy from all sides.

Chen Xueru looked at herself in the wedding dress and smiled. Once, she had also imagined wearing a wedding dress one day, walking towards marriage hand in hand with Gu Rui. But now, she was putting on this wedding dress for another person.

Her mood was complicated.

However, beauty is something that pleases the eye; anyone dressed in such a wedding gown would feel wonderful...

"Xiao Nian, does mom look pretty" Tang Mandong asked.

Xiao Nian said cutely in English, "So beautiful! Mommy is an angel!" Both Tang Manwen and Tang Mandong laughed.

Other than the need for minor adjustments around her waistline, everything else about the wedding dress was fine. In fact, it wasn’t necessary to make any changes at all; Chen Xueru liked this wedding gown very much too. The photographer took a series of photos as backup before Chen Xueru changed into her own clothes.

Manwen felt envious and wished she could wear a wedding dress too.

However, such an impulse was just that—an impulse. For her, marriage was still far away. Thinking about Ye Feimo made her heart sink; when would he be able to draw the line from Han Bi

When Chen Xueru was changing into her wedding dress, an unexpected visitor arrived at the studio—Zhao Yuning.

Her face looked sickly and she appeared haggard, looking fragile. She wore a slip skirt, a beige long coat, and black leather pants with thigh-high boots. Her bearing remained impeccable, exuding noble grace as a lady of high society.

Zhao Yuning’s gaze fell upon Xiao Nian; the look in her eyes made Xiao Nian feel afraid. Tang Mandong bent down to pick up his nephew and coldly looked at her: "Miss Zhao, what brings you here"

Wasn't she supposed to be in the hospital

What is she doing at the photo studio

But how did she know that Senior Sister-in-law was there

"I'd like to meet Chen Xueru," Zhao Yuning said in a soft and weak voice, which evoked sympathy. Just then, Chen Xueru came out wearing a different set of clothes: a pink knit sweater with a white one on top, and a white scarf around her neck. Upon seeing Zhao Yuning, she felt somewhat guilty and apologetic, but also somewhat embarrassed as she looked at Warming and Tang Mandong.

Xiao Nian called out "Mummy," and Chen Xueru came over to greet Zhao Yuning politely: "Hello Miss Zhao."

"So you know me."

Chen Xueru nodded, and Zhao Yuning smiled slightly. "Miss Chen, may I have a word with you alone"

Tang Mandong said with a smile, "Senior Sister-in-law, there's a café nearby, shall we go for some coffee Xiao Nian is hungry too; let's get something to eat. Miss Zhao, if it doesn't bother you, why don't you join us"

The term "Senior Sister-in-law" made Zhao Yuning's expression change slightly as she clenched her teeth. Originally, she should have been Tang Mandong's senior sister-in-law.

"Miss Chen, I want to talk to you alone," Zhao Yuning insisted.

Chen Xueru didn't really want to speak with her alone; it wasn't because she couldn't handle the situation but rather that she didn't want to deal with it.

Tang Shuweng had betrayed Zhao Yuning for their sake, and when they met, Chen Xueru always felt at a loss. She didn't know what to say to Zhao Yuning, while Tang Mandong said: "Miss Zhao, there's nothing that Senior Sister-in-law can't tell us. If you wish, come with us for some coffee or leave."

Coffee shop.

They ordered coffee; Warming always had a latte, while Tang Mandong and Chen Xueru got cappuccinos, and Zhao Yuning ordered a mocha. Xiao Nian wanted to eat a slice of Black Forest cake.

Zhao Yuning and Warming sat on one side, while Tang Mandong and Chen Xier were on the other. Xiaoni was sitting between her aunt and mother eating cake. Zhao Yuning’s gaze fell upon Xiaoni, which greatly displeased Tang Mandong. She said in a stern voice, "If you have something to say, just spit it out. Why are you staring at my Xiaoni I think Miss Zhao is not feeling well; please finish your business and go back to rest immediately. Your frail body can’t take any more cold air."

Zhao Yuning’s expression changed, looking straight into Chen Xier’s eyes as if demanding a private conversation with her. Chen Xier pursed her lips and said coolly, "Miss Zhao, my matters don't need to be kept secret from Mandong and Warming; you can say what you want."

"Miss Chen, did you take another man away but dare not speak privately to me" asked Zhao Yuning sharply.

Tang Mandong suddenly slammed her fist on the table. "Please address me as Tang Young Madam."

Zhao Yuning’s face instantly turned pale, looking at Tang Mandong in disbelief before coldly laughing and saying, "They aren’t married yet; all possibilities still exist. I fear that calling you ‘Tang Young Madam’ is premature."

Tang Mandong gave a cold laugh; this woman was still dreaming.

Chen Xier said, "Miss Zhao, it doesn't matter what you call me. What exactly do you want"

"Don’t tell me you don’t know why I’m here Leaving Shu Wen, Miss Chen, we are all women; how can you be so heartless Your marriage to Shu Wen will make neither of us happy, including your son. You can't ignore everyone’s happiness just because you want to marry him. Miss Chen, put everything back on track."

Zhao Yuning said, "You might not feel it now, but you will regret it eventually; a man and marriage that don’t belong to you, forcibly taking them over can never bring happiness."

Tang Mandong was about to speak when Chen Xier shook her head. She had just managed to keep her temper under control. Smiling, she said, "Miss Zhao, I’ve already told Tang Shuwen the same things. He insisted on getting married despite knowing what you’re saying. I understand your feelings and circumstances well. But you are mistaken in targeting me; I can’t help you. You should talk to Tang Shuwen directly. If he gives up this marriage, I have no complaints."

She would even be happy if Tang Shuwen abandoned it as long as he didn’t take Xiaoni away and marry whomever else he wanted.

Zhao Yuning gave a cold laugh. "Your words sound so nice; do you think I don't know what you are thinking Chen Xier, having dated my cousin in the entertainment industry for years, how many people have you been with Now that you finally managed to use your son to bind Shu Wen, why would you give up this opportunity to rise from a commoner to nobility So you ignore everyone’s feelings and destroy our lives using an innocent child."

Chen Xier narrowed her eyes. "Zhao Yuning, let's just talk about the matter at hand; don't fabricate baseless accusations against me. Yes, I dated Gu Rui before; what does it matter Is dating once enough to prohibit marriage How many people I have been with doesn’t need your report, whether or not I used my son is none of your business, and if I am a phoenix rising from the ashes, that is something only I know. It wasn't me who destroyed everyone’s lives; you have truly picked the wrong person." "Sixth Brother, where are you""F City Airport. I’m just about to return. Is Lord asking for me" Tang Six asked.“Did you find Zhao Yuning”“Found her. She’s at XX Hospital for a prenatal checkup. The c...