The moon has its phases, and people have their joys and sorrows, their separations and reunions. Destiny is never a fixed thing.

Just like Su Qingfeng. Only a few days ago, her husband had suddenly vanished from this world, plunging the Su Family into chaos. But in a matter of days, everything took an unexpected turn. A scion of a prominent family from Shengjing had taken a fancy to her. This wedding was therefore sensational and the object of much envy.

Su Qingfeng was already on the stage, but the groom was still nowhere to be seen.

Su Qingning entered the wedding hall accompanied by Lin Xiao. The vast hall was already packed to the brim. Every family, big and small, from Jinling City was present. Even the Du Family had sent Du Shaojie. The Du Family could disrespect the Su Family, but they couldn't afford to disrespect the prestigious family from Shengjing that Su Qingfeng was marrying into.

At that moment, Du Shaojie stood right in front of Lin Xiao and Su Qingning, as arrogant as ever.

The last time they met at the school, Du Shaojie had gotten a taste of Lin Xiao's power. So, while he was still arrogant, he didn't dare to act rashly this time.

Lin Xiao smiled at the piece of trash before him. "When is Du Shaolong coming back?"

Du Shaojie's heart skipped a beat. How did Lin Xiao know his older brother was coming back? Faced with Lin Xiao's provocation, he could only snort coldly. "What, in such a hurry to die?"

Lin Xiao shrugged. "Not really. I just want to watch the Du Family's downfall."

"Fuck! You damn beggar, don't get too cocky!"

"Cocky? You think this is cocky? Sorry, but this is just the appetizer. The main course hasn't even been served yet."

"Fine, you damn beggar! Just you wait. My big brother will be back soon, and we'll see you get on your knees and beg for mercy!"

After spitting out his threat, Du Shaojie turned and left. He was only there to drop off the wedding gift. Since that was done, there was no need for him to stay. For a minor family like the Su Family, his mere presence was a great honor.

Lin Xiao couldn't be bothered with him, but Su Qingning looked on with suspicion. "Honey, do you have a grudge against the Du Family?"

"Not at all," Lin Xiao said with a laugh. It wasn't that he wanted to be dishonest, but he was afraid telling her the truth would only frighten her. It was better to say nothing and let her be at peace.

"Then why was he so aggressive? He looked like he wanted to kill you!"

"Maybe he's just jealous that my wife is so beautiful!" Lin Xiao chuckled.

Su Qingning gave him a playful punch. "You're always talking nonsense!" she chided coquettishly.

"What? Am I not allowed to praise my beautiful wife?"

"Hmph! I'm ignoring you now!" Su Qingning said, her face flushing.

Lin Xiao chuckled. "Honey, I'm serious. Look around this entire banquet hall—you're the most beautiful woman here. And look at all those guys staring at me. Every single one of them is burning with envy, jealousy, and hatred!"

Su Qingning wasn't normally a shy person, but Lin Xiao's incessant sweet talk left her feeling completely flustered. If she weren't afraid that leaving now would make Su Qingfeng resent her even more, she would have fled the scene in a heartbeat.

As the two were talking, Shao Mei'er walked in with Su Qingning's mother and Shen Jingzhe, drawing everyone's attention. It couldn't be helped. Although Shao Mei'er wasn't as gorgeous as Su Qingning, her foxy, seductive face was irresistibly alluring.

"Mom!" Su Qingning greeted her.

Her mother simply nodded, her expression grim. Clearly, she knew what was about to happen.

Su Qingning looked at her mother with a pang of heartache. Her heart filled with guilt. She felt that even though she was a grown woman, she still couldn't protect her own mother, letting her suffer alongside her instead.

"Why hasn't the groom arrived yet?" Shao Mei'er suddenly asked.

"I don't know," Su Qingning replied indifferently.

Lin Xiao laughed and said, "Not all the guests have arrived, so of course the groom hasn't appeared. Besides, he's a scion of a prominent family from Shengjing. It's understandable if he wants to make a grand entrance."

Of course, Lin Xiao knew exactly why the groom hadn't arrived yet. It had been his idea for the groom to make his entrance last. He wanted the entire hall to be waiting in anticipation for the groom's appearance. The effect would be fantastic.

"Qing Ning, why do you look so pale and worn out?" her mother asked with concern.

"I'm fine, Mom, really," Su Qingning replied hurriedly. "I probably just didn't get enough rest."

How could her mother not know the real reason she looked so worn out? "Qing Ning, don't be afraid," her mother said firmly. "I won't let you be wronged!"

Her mother's words made Su Qingning's eyes well up with tears. She quickly turned her head away. "I'm fine, Mom. Don't worry."

Su Qingning's mother sighed softly, her gaze falling upon Lin Xiao. She knew Lin Xiao treated her daughter very well. If their family weren't in so much trouble, she would never have looked down on him. But her daughter was in deep distress, and Lin Xiao was utterly powerless to help. As a mother, she couldn't help but feel some resentment toward him. However, she knew Su Qingning wouldn't allow her to say anything bad about him. So she just sighed softly again and said nothing.

"Let's sit down and talk," Shao Mei'er suggested with a smile.

Everyone nodded and followed her to a table near the entrance. Just as they were about to sit, a disdainful voice cut through the air.

"Su Qingning, who said you could sit down? Get over to the side of the stage and kneel! Now!"

The speaker was none other than Su Qingkun, who was looking down on them with utter arrogance.

"What did you say?" Lin Xiao asked, his voice chilling. His gaze was frighteningly sharp.

Su Qingkun only needed one look to feel a tremor in his heart. But then he remembered that his sister was about to marry a young master from a prominent family in Shengjing. With such powerful backing, what was a mere beggar? Absolutely nothing!

"Are you deaf, you filthy beggar?" Su Qingkun sneered.

The words had barely left his mouth.

SLAP!

Lin Xiao's hand connected with his face, sending Su Qingkun sprawling to the ground. The loud crack drew the attention of numerous onlookers.

Su Qingkun struggled to his feet. "Damn you, you filthy beggar!" he roared. "Are you looking to die?"

Seeing this, Su Qingning's mother quickly intervened. "Qing Kun, today is Qingfeng's big day! Can't we discuss this after the wedding?" Her eyes pleaded, her voice filled with desperation.

Su Qingkun, however, just sneered. "Aunt, my uncle is long dead. Your branch of the family doesn't call the shots anymore. If you know what's good for you, make Su Qingning kneel. You don't want to completely infuriate my sister. She's not in a good mood right now."

All the color drained from Su Qingning's face. Her beautiful eyes swam with humiliation. She wanted to cry, she really did. But she bit down hard on her red lips with her pearly white teeth, refusing to let the tears fall.

"Su Qingkun," she asked, her voice trembling slightly, "if I kneel now, will Su Qingfeng be magnanimous enough to spare my husband and my mother?"

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