C10 Jealousy 1

The conversation here was pleasant, but things weren't going as well on the other side. Xia Lan never expected the match she arranged to go awry. Instead of bringing Nuange and Qin Yu together, it ended up introducing her annoying daughter to someone impressive.

"Honey, do you really think our Nuange can be with Young Master Qin?" Xia Lan's eyes were filled with jealousy, but her words were full of concern.

"You know our Nuange is a sweet child, and the Qin family is a big deal. Getting involved with them is like walking into the lion's den. If she makes even a small mistake, our Yu family could be..."

"Besides, even though Young Master Qin is quite the gentleman and part of the Qin family, he has no power and is disabled. He can't even stand. Who knows if he'll ever have children..."

"This..."

"Zhengxin, what should we do?"

A glint flashed in Xia Lan's eyes. Even though Qin Baihe was disabled, he was very handsome. And just having the Qin name made him much more influential than them.

"I'm just thinking of Nuange. I've watched her grow up all these years. She shouldn't have to bear this burden," Xia Lan whispered. "If our Yu family and the Qin family became in-laws, it would be quite the story. As a mother, I love both my children, but Nuange is my sister's only child. Zhengxin, maybe we should..."

Nuange had no idea someone was plotting against her. When she got home, she saw her family sitting together, even Qianqian, who was usually at odds with her, had a surprisingly pleasant demeanor. However, the forced friendliness couldn't hide the contempt and anger in her eyes.

Nuange quickly figured out what was going on. It seemed the Qin family really held some sway; otherwise, her father, Zhengxin, wouldn't be so agreeable, and Xia Lan wouldn't be acting so shamelessly.

“Dad, Stepmom.”

“Nuange, you're back! Did you have a good time?”

“Yeah, Young Master Qin is a good person.”

“Oh, come on, you're practically engaged now, and you're still calling him Young Master Qin?” Xia Lan said, pulling Nuange closer with a seemingly warm smile, though her heart was filled with resentment. “Listen, Assistant Liang and I have arranged everything. The tenth of two months from now is a lucky day for the wedding.”

“Okay.”

“Okay? There's a lot to do. You shouldn't be wandering around. Stay focused.”

“Alright, but what if he comes to see me?”

“Do you think everyone has as much free time as you do? We don't even know why this marriage is happening. Do you think joining a wealthy family is that easy? Don't come crying to us later.”

Qianqian couldn't stand Nuange's smug attitude. Growing up, Nuange always had the best of everything, often taking what was Qianqian's. And now, she was the one the Qin family favored.

"Oh, by the way, I heard that person can't see. So, are you just fooling him?"

"Qianqian."

Xia Lan chided softly.

Nuange smirked inwardly. Qianqian really couldn't hold back, and Xia Lan was just as insincere, only stepping in after Qianqian finished speaking. It was clearly intentional.

"Maybe, but he's very good to me."

As she spoke, Nuange gently touched her neck. "The gift he gave me today is beautiful."

Everyone looked and saw a delicate diamond necklace around her neck. Judging by the size of the diamond, it was worth quite a bit.

"I think it's designed by that famous international designer. There's only one like it in the world."

There seemed to be a collective gasp, and perhaps the sound of someone gritting their teeth.

Nuange's mood instantly brightened.