CHAPTER 526: CHAPTER 526: THE MOST BEAUTIFUL BRIDE

Yan Qianyi said, "I’ve already asked, and my brother said that at least he didn’t sway Shirley. At that time, he was still a student at the Morris Empire Military Academy, and my sister-in-law hadn’t succeeded the throne of the Queen yet."

Mu Yunlie nodded, "Alright, I’ll find some time to look into the matter from back then, consider it a favor I owe to Mai Hunter."

Yan Qianyi’s face lit up with a smile, "Let me thank you on behalf of the teacher first."

Mu Yunlie pinched Yan Qianyi’s nose.

"Don’t get too happy too early, the outcome might not be what he hopes for. The Military Department will never wrong those who have served the country loyally. Since they suspected Shirley of defection back then, the facts are probably quite close to their suspicions."

"Regardless of what it is, let’s first look into it. Teacher Mai Hunter has always been troubled by this, and if we help him understand the situation clearly, it can let him put it to rest completely."

"Troubled by it?" Mu Yunlie raised an eyebrow, "You mean to say, as a teacher at the Federation’s Military Academy, he has been dissatisfied with the Military Department’s handling of the situation?"

Seeing Mu Yunlie’s expression turn serious, Yan Qianyi hurriedly shook her head.

"Not at all, Teacher Mai Hunter is extremely loyal to his country. It’s just that he has never been willing to believe that Shirley would betray it."

"Don’t be nervous, I was just asking casually."

Yan Qianyi smiled awkwardly.

She was afraid that Ah Lie would misunderstand Teacher Mai Hunter.

But then, Ah Lie wasn’t the King or the Commander; he really had no say in the matter.

Yan Qianyi explained, "After all, it’s Teacher Mai Hunter’s secret. I’m afraid that if it gets out, it could damage his reputation. You mustn’t let anyone else know, okay? I told you because I trust you."

Mu Yunlie wrapped an arm around Yan Qianyi’s shoulder, "Relax, whatever secrets you share with me will never be known by anyone else."

He liked her like this, willing to tell him everything and share it with him.

Not like in the beginning, when she was always so guarded around him.

However, regarding the secret that she was Cat Immortal, she remained tight-lipped.

One day, he would surely catch her by the tail.

Thinking of Yun Mu, Mu Yunlie said, "You’re really good to your friends."

"Of course, because they’re also very good to me."

"I think I heard you mention that Xue Xiaoguang is working a winter break job at the Yan Group."

"Yeah, Xiaoguang is from a Low-class Star; his hometown is really poor. He had to fight with others for food when he was a child, so I’ll help him wherever I can. Since he has to work over the winter break, I can offer him a higher wage at Yan’s."

Mu Yunlie smiled, "Looks like his special ability was honed from a young age."

Hearing this, Yan Qianyi’s eyes brightened, "Now that you mention it, it really suits him! If he wasn’t fast enough, he probably would have starved to death long ago."

"What about Yun Mu? Has he not gone home for winter break and is working a winter job too?" Mu Yunlie naturally shifted the conversation to Yun Mu.

"Yun Mu isn’t, according to Xiaoguang, he’s been studying hard every day. Yun Mu is the most hardworking and diligent person I have ever met. If he doesn’t go down the wrong path, he definitely has a bright future ahead of him!"

"Go down the wrong path?" Mu Yunlie asked in confusion, "Does he have any bad personal habits, or is there something wrong with his character?"

"No, Yun Mu has a very good personality."

"Then why are you worried about him going down the wrong path?" Mu Yunlie looked at Yan Qianyi with a probing gaze.

"It’s just a casual remark; after all, we are all still young and a few years away from graduation. No one knows what the future holds." Yan Qianyi continued to play with the New Year’s gifts her friends had given her.

She had concealed from Mu Yunlie both the warning Teacher Mai Hunter had given her and Yun Mu’s unusual behavior that night.

Firstly, she felt that it was Yun Mu’s private matter, and as she didn’t know the specifics, it wasn’t suitable to tell Mu Yunlie.

Secondly, she worried that if Mu Yunlie knew Yun Mu was associated with dubious individuals, he might object to her continuing the friendship with Yun Mu.

Although Mu Yunlie was very gentle with her now, he remained a dominant and overbearing person who liked to have everything under control.

Now that she was pregnant, Mu Yunlie was even more nervous about her, not allowing her to drive or go out alone.

"Hurry up and rest in bed," Mu Yunlie picked up Yan Qianyi and walked towards the bed.

He said, "During this time, you must take care of your health so that you can be in good spirits on your wedding day."

Mu Yunlie didn’t ask any further about Yun Mu.

It was almost midnight, and she needed to sleep right away, without staying up late.

All he hoped for was that everything would go smoothly, including her health, which absolutely couldn’t have any issues.

Because he really didn’t want to postpone the wedding again.

Several times, he couldn’t help but think about giving her that surprise earlier.

...

On the tenth day of the new year, it happened to be the beginning of spring.

The ice and snow melted, and the cold winter finally passed.

Capital Star welcomed the season of blossoming spring.

Everything revived and seemed so wonderful.

Yan Qianyi stood on the terrace, veiled in a wedding dress, with the sunlight casting a soft halo over her.

The fluffy skirt hid her pregnant belly, making her look like a blissful little princess.

She closed her eyes, lifted her little face, and basked in the warm sunshine.

"Mom, I made a special trip back here to get married, hoping you could see me in a wedding dress, marrying the man I love."

"If only you were still here... My brother will also come back today."

"We all miss you so much."

Yan Qianyi talked to the air, speaking to herself.

Choosing to get married from the Yan Family’s home was because she missed her mother in her heart.

"Qianyi, it’s time to start doing your makeup," said the voice of Yan Chuhua behind her.

Yan Qianyi turned around to see Yan Chuhua, who had already changed into her bridesmaid dress, "Chuhua, you look so pretty today!"

Yan Chuhua smiled, "Not at all. The most beautiful person today is you, the bride!"

Yan Qianyi went back inside and sat down at the dressing table.

At that moment, Aunt Xue brought in a bowl of sweet rice balls, "Miss, in our hometown, it’s tradition for the bride to eat sweet rice balls on her wedding day, representing good omens."

After receiving the bowl, Yan Qianyi asked, "Has my brother not arrived yet?"

"Not yet, but the young master has always been punctual since he was a child. He will surely make it in time. Have something to eat to fill your stomach first, and wait calmly; there’s no need to hurry."

Yan Qianyi nodded lightly, "Chuhua came over so early and didn’t have breakfast either, Aunt Xue, please also serve her a bowl."

"Yes, I have prepared one for Miss Chuhua," Aunt Xue said and turned to take another bowl from the trolley.

Yan Chuhua shyly said, "I...I’m not the bride, isn’t it said that only the bride eats sweet rice balls today?"

Aunt Xue smiled, "It’s not a rule that only the bride can eat them. Hurry up and have a little; there won’t be time to eat later."

"Okay, thank you, Aunt Xue!" Yan Chuhua happily took the bowl, took a bite, and exclaimed excitedly, "Wow~ It’s so delicious, Aunt Xue, when I get married, I want you to make sweet rice balls for me by hand too!"