Her shyness vanished long ago after the wedding with Xie Ziyue fell through.
Today, she was happy, but only as happy as sealing a major business deal. She raised her hand, touching her smooth skin, and smiled coquettishly. The person in the mirror smiled even more beautifully.
"Even if I’m not a Lian, you still won’t be able to reach my heights."
Shen Qingqing murmured to herself. Gradually, a fierce light burst forth from her eyes. She would definitely let those who looked down on her see how excellent she, Shen Qingqing, was. Even if she wasn’t Lian Qingqing, but Shen Qingqing, she would still be the most dazzling and outstanding person.
’Knock, knock, knock’
The sound of knocking on the door rang out. Shen Qingqing gathered her thoughts and looked at the mirror. The corners of her lips lifted, showing a poised and graceful smile. Very good.
Shen Qingqing cheerfully called someone in, and the door opened.
Shen Yunfei, dressed in a silver-gray suit, looked tall and imposing, quite mature and steady, different from his usual nonchalant self.
"Brother, today is my wedding day. Why so glum? Are you reluctant to let your sister get married?" Shen Qingqing teasingly looked at Shen Yunfei. In her pure white wedding dress and wearing delicate makeup, even her coquettishness was particularly endearing.
Shen Qingqing knew well how to use her advantages. Her tender smile made it hard for Shen Yunfei to keep a stern face.
Even if Shen Yunfei was deeply unhappy about a thousand things, seeing Shen Qingqing so joyful, he could only sigh and say, "Qingqing, this is the person you’ve chosen. From now on, whether it’s good or bad, it’s your choice. If..."
Before Shen Yunfei could finish, Shen Qingqing pouted and said, "Brother, today is my happy wedding day. Can’t you say something auspicious?"
"Wishing you happiness on your wedding, a long life together, and an everlasting marriage," Shen Yunfei put aside all his unpleasant feelings and sincerely offered his blessings.
"Thank you, Brother. We surely will," Shen Qingqing’s eyes curved into a bright smile. Shen Yunfei handed over the red envelope he had prepared in advance, saying, "I know you’re not lacking money, but this is my token of care."
Shen Qingqing accepted the red envelope. The envelope was thickly stuffed. She smiled and said, "Brother, the company is short of money at the moment..."
"Qingqing, no matter how tight money is, there’s still money for your wedding," Shen Yunfei interrupted her and said, "You just focus on being a bride. As long as your future is good, I’ll be at ease. Don’t worry about the company, I’ll make it strong to be your support."
"If he ever bullies you, I’ll stand up for you," Shen Yunfei said firmly.
Shen Qingqing was full of emotion. Whether Shen Yunfei could really stand up for her or not, at least his intentions were good.
"Hahaha~"
Fan Ming’s laughter rang out. Today, as the groom, he looked exceptionally handsome. Dressed in a navy blue suit paired with shiny leather shoes, he looked very spirited. Even his balding head seemed shiny and bright.
It’s said that people are revitalized by happy events, and there was no mistake in that saying. Fan Ming was in excellent spirits today. He walked over happily. Seeing Shen Qingqing in her pure white wedding dress, beautiful and moving, made Fan Ming feel incredibly proud. At forty-something, he was marrying a wife not yet thirty, beautiful as a flower, a great status symbol, wasn’t it?
"Qingqing, today you are the most beautiful bride." Fan Ming’s words seemed dipped in honey. His eyes were filled with amazement, making Shen Qingqing feel a bit proud. She looked at him, shy and bashful. Even though there was already a child in the belly, the couple’s warmth was enviable.
Shen Yunfei, seeing Fan Ming’s high regard, said nothing more. The wedding was bustling with guests. Fan Ming stood at the entrance with Shen Qingqing, receiving guests. Hearing compliments about Shen Qingqing as his wife made Fan Ming’s smile stretch all the way to his ears.
*
Jianan Prefecture.
"Grandpa." Chenchen’s tender body leapt into Lian He’s arms. She adored her grandpa, who would buy her many beautiful dolls and delicious treats.
"Oh my, Chenchen is getting more and more beautiful,"
Lian He, holding Chenchen, felt all the exhaustion from the flight disappear.
"Great-grandpa!" Chenchen was adept at being affectionate, greeting everyone once and for all, until her arms were full with dolls and treats she could barely hold.
"Great-grandpa misses you too,"
Old Sir Lian stroked Chenchen’s tender cheeks, full of joy. Zaozao stood obediently beside them. Compared to the last meeting, Zaozao was even more polite. Though he was just over five, his demeanor was distinct from ordinary children.
With a smile, Chenchen hugged her dolls, her eyes crescent-shaped. "Grandpa."
Chenchen slipped out of Lian He’s embrace and ran towards the house with small steps, and shortly after, the dolls in her arms turned into a bottle of wine.
"Chenchen, are you giving grandpa wine?" Lian He asked, surprised, looking at the wine in Chenchen’s hands.

Comments
The readers' comments on the novel: Rebirth in 1986: Unforgettable Regrets