Chapter 855: 857, Disappearance (First Update)

Mo Zhixuan took out a fishing rod and line from the space and said to Bao Bao and Bei Bei, "Bao Bao and Bei Bei, shall we fish for mommy to eat, okay?"

"Okay." The two little ones immediately ran over from the other end of the bamboo raft.

After Mo Zhixuan prepared the bait, he handed over two short fishing rods to Bao Bao and Bei Bei. The toddlers sat neatly on the edge of the bamboo raft, staring at the floats, completely still.

Little White and Little Grey lay down next to them.

The scene was exceptionally harmonious and beautiful.

However, the scene didn’t last long before Bao Bao couldn’t sit still any longer. "Daddy, why aren’t the fish biting my hook?"

Seeing that Bei Bei and Mo Zhixuan had already caught several fish, Bao Bao anxiously scratched his head and ears.

It’s hard to tell who the child takes after, he seems to have no patience whatsoever.

"Brother, don’t worry, the fish I catch can be for you to eat," Bei Bei turned back to look at Bao Bao.

Bei Bei was calm and composed, always sitting steadily there like a little adult, and indeed, he had caught quite a few fish.

Bao Bao simply gave up fishing, threw away his rod, and ran to Chu Jin’s side, "Mommy, I’ll help you grill the fish."

Chu Jin had already set up a simple grill to cook the fish.

Because they had come prepared, they brought plenty of barbecue supplies.

Chu Jin touched Bao Bao’s little nose with her hand and said with a smile, "I think you’re here to make trouble."

"Not at all!" Bao Bao hugged Chu Jin’s arm, "I’m mommy’s little cotton-padded jacket; of course, I have to help mommy."

Chu Jin smiled helplessly, "Give mommy a kiss."

Bao Bao tiptoed and left a saliva mark on Chu Jin’s face.

The scene of the family of four on the bamboo raft was exceptionally warm and sweet.

At the same time, today was Lin Xiyuan and Zhou Yiheng’s engagement ceremony.

Originally, Lin Xiyuan had planned to get engaged later, but, unable to withstand the urging of both parents, the couple decided to set the date for today.

After all, both Lin Xiyuan and Zhou Yiheng were not young, and it was normal for their parents to be anxious.

Early in the morning, the Duanmu family headed to the hotel.

The Zhou family, being quite respectable in the Superpower World, had invited many dignitaries to this engagement feast.

The event was very lively.

Mo Qingyi and Zhou Jin accompanied Lin Xiyuan in the makeup room.

Looking at the beautiful reflection in the mirror, Zhou Jin said with a smile, "Xiyuan is really beautiful today."

Mo Qingyi also smiled and said, "Yes, they say happiness brings a glow, and Xiyuan is truly radiant like a flower today."

Lin Xiyuan smiled blissfully, "Really?"

"Of course it’s true. Xiyuan, could Qingyi and I lie to you?" Zhou Jin was very happy today. Zhou Yiheng and Lin Xiyuan were finally reaping the fruits of their love, and she was overjoyed.

Lin Xiyuan turned back to look at the door of the makeup room, "Why haven’t Big Brother Duanmu and Yi Heng come over yet?"

Mo Qingyi continued, "Xiyuan, you don’t need to worry. Duanmu only left a little while ago, and there is still some time before the auspicious hour."

Since Zhou Yiheng had not yet appeared, Zhou Jin had sent Duanmu Zhe to hurry him along.

A hint of shyness flashed across Lin Xiyuan’s face as she said insincerely, "I’m not in a hurry at all."

Zhou Jin and Mo Qingyi saw through it all yet said nothing.

The engagement banquet was set for midday, but with the auspicious hour upon them, there was still no sign of the groom-to-be.

At this point, Lin Xiyuan was already somewhat anxious and restless. She looked at Zhou Jin, "Auntie, what’s happening? Why hasn’t Yi Heng appeared yet? He couldn’t have... regretted it, could he?"

With so many people attending the engagement banquet today, if Zhou Yiheng backed out now, how would she ever face anyone again?

Zhou Jin patted Lin Xiyuan’s back, comforting her, "Xiyuan, don’t worry needlessly. Yi Heng isn’t that kind of person. There must be some matter that’s delayed him! Little Zhe has already gone to check, so don’t fret."

Mo Qingyi also tried to reassure her, "Yeah, Xiyuan, don’t think too much of it. Surely cousin has been held up by something."

Lin Xiyuan tightly gripped Mo Qingyi’s wrist, "Sister-in-law, but I’m really worried! Could it be that something has happened to Yi Heng?" Tears streamed from Lin Xiyuan’s eyes as she clung to Mo Qingyi’s hand, her nails digging deep into Mo Qingyi’s flesh.

Mo Qingyi also felt a pang of pain but endured it without speaking. After all, Lin Xiyuan hadn’t done it on purpose. Anyone in this situation would be hard-pressed to keep their composure.

This Zhou Yiheng, really!

How could he dare to be late on such an important day! Where would this leave Lin Xiyuan and the Lin family’s face?

Lin Xiyuan’s parents were also very worried, speaking with displeasure, "What exactly is going on with Yi Heng? To be late for something as important as an engagement! Does he have no sense of time at all? There are so many people waiting outside! How are we supposed to explain this to the guests?"

Lin Hong, angered, slammed his glass down onto the table hard.

The Zhou family parents immediately apologized, "My dear relatives, we are so sorry. Maybe there’s a traffic jam on the road. I’ve consulted an expert, and there are two auspicious hours today. I’ll have someone go and rush Yi Heng. Maybe he’ll arrive any minute now."

Lin Xiyuan let go of Mo Qingyi and went to support Lin Hong, comforting him, "Dad, don’t be angry yet. I understand Yi Heng; he is not one to be late without good reason. He surely has been delayed by something!"

Lin Hong glanced at Lin Xiyuan, sighed, and as a father, what more could he really say after his daughter had put it like that?

No matter what, Zhou Yiheng was the man Lin Xiyuan had chosen herself.

Zhou Jin whispered to Mo Qingyi, "Qingyi, call Little Zhe."

Mo Qingyi nodded and quietly left the makeup room to make a call to Duanmu Zhe from the restroom.

Duanmu Zhe answered quickly, and Mo Qingyi immediately asked, "Duanmu, where are you? Have you found cousin? Everyone here is almost frantic!"

Duanmu Zhe was also very worried, "Qingyi, I haven’t found cousin, either. There’s no one at home, nobody at the office, and he’s not answering his phone. You try to keep things stable over there; I’ll keep looking!"

"Okay," Mo Qingyi frowned slightly, "let’s keep in touch."

This Zhou Yiheng, really! To pull a disappearing act during his own engagement banquet!

This isn’t child’s play!

After hanging up, Mo Qingyi returned to the makeup room and quietly pulled Zhou Jin aside to inform her of the situation.

Zhou Jin’s complexion turned rather ugly after hearing this!

What in the world was Zhou Yiheng thinking! On such an important day, to be missing!

"Mom, don’t panic just yet. Maybe cousin had an emergency and will be back soon," Mo Qingyi tried to console Zhou Jin.

Zhou Jin sighed, "This child has never given us peace of mind since he was young!"

She should never have introduced Zhou Yiheng to Lin Xiyuan.

Inside the makeup room, the Zhou family parents were continuously comforting the Lin family parents and Grandfather Lin.

The Lin family parents’ faces were extremely displeased.

Grandfather Lin, however, was comparatively optimistic, smiling, "Young people, they’re bound to make mistakes sometimes. Don’t worry, don’t worry, let’s wait for him a little longer." Grandfather Lin was a very kind old man, his only wish being for Lin Xiyuan to be happy.

"Dad, look at what time it is! Is this just a slight delay?" Lin Hong was very angry, "It’s already bad enough that he hasn’t arrived, but he hasn’t even called! That’s just outrageous! Xiyuan, I’ve said it before, men like him are not reliable, but you wouldn’t listen!"

Some men, once they betray you, will betray you a second time.

But Lin Xiyuan just wouldn’t listen to any of it.

Insistent on getting back with Zhou Yiheng.

"My in-law, please, calm down, calm down," Zhou’s father bowed continuously in front of Lin Hong, "This is all Yi Heng’s fault, rest assured, after the engagement party is over, we will certainly give him a good lesson. We are truly sorry to you and Xiyuan." Having a good-for-nothing son, in the end, it’s the parents who suffer the humiliation.

The parents of the Zhou family were now angrier than anyone else. That good-for-nothing, they don’t even know where he has gone! And yet, as his parents, they had no place to vent their frustration.

Lin Xiyuan sighed, "Let it be, uncle and aunt, now is not the time to be angry. I believe that Yi Heng is delayed for some reason. Let’s go to the front and steady the guests. Maybe Yi Heng will arrive soon."

Upon hearing this, the Zhou family’s parents looked at Lin Xiyuan with immense gratitude. Lin Xiyuan was truly a considerate and sensible child, the Zhou family was fortunate to have such a wonderful daughter-in-law.

"Xiyuan, thank you," Zhou’s mother said, holding Lin Xiyuan’s hand excitedly.

"Auntie, there’s no need for this," Lin Xiyuan replied understandingly, "we are all family here."

The guests in the hall were all whispering among themselves.

All sorts of gossip were circulating.

Everyone was speculating whether Zhou Yiheng had got cold feet and wanted to back out of the marriage.

Otherwise, why would he be missing until now, without showing his face?

But with the appearance of Lin Xiyuan and the Lin family’s parents, the situation gradually stabilized.

Duanmu Zhe quietly walked into the banquet hall and tugged on Mo Qingyi’s sleeve.

Upon seeing Duanmu Zhe, Mo Qingyi’s eyes lit up, "You’re here, where’s cousin? Hurry, have him go backstage to change his clothes!"

Duanmu Zhe’s expression was somewhat grim, "Cousin, he... Yan Yi is... pregnant, cousin is now at the hospital with her."

Yan Yi was the girl who had a one-night stand with Zhou Yiheng two years ago.

But hadn’t Zhou Yiheng already severed all ties with her? How could Yan Yi be pregnant again?

Mo Qingyi frowned and said, "Is the child cousin’s?"

Duanmu Zhe nodded.

Looking at the stage and then back at Duanmu Zhe, Mo Qingyi said, "Zhou Yiheng really is a scoundrel! I thought he had turned over a new leaf, but it turns out he can’t change his true nature! What do we do now? Today is his engagement day with Lin Xiyuan!"

On the engagement stage, Lin Xiyuan’s smile remained unchanged, oblivious to the fact that Zhou Yiheng had already changed his heart and even had a child with another woman!

This was simply unforgivable!

At the wedding stage, Lin Xiyuan still looked understanding, charmingly smiling. With a few words, she dispelled the guests’ doubts.

At that moment, her phone rang but she didn’t immediately answer it. Instead, she whispered politely to Zhou’s mother before heading towards the restroom.

Only after entering the restroom and locking the door did Lin Xiyuan slide to answer the call.

Not knowing what was said on the other end, Lin Xiyuan’s lips curved into a faint smile, "All right, I’m aware. You’ve done a good job with this. Now that there is a child, take good care of it."

After finishing these words, Lin Xiyuan hung up the phone, washed her hands, and left the restroom.

When she returned to the hall, the atmosphere had changed, and people’s gazes were drawn to the large screen behind the engagement stage.

Instead of displaying a heartwarming video, the large screen showed Zhou Yiheng himself, from his background it seemed he was currently in a hospital.

Seeing this, a hint of mockery flickered through Lin Xiyuan’s downcast eyes.

Zhou Yiheng’s face on the big screen looked extremely haggard, his lips were so dry they were peeling.

Zhou’s mother tightly grasped Zhou’s father’s hand, a bit uneasily she said, "What is Yi Heng trying to do? This child!"

Zhou’s father was also very worried, but he still offered reassurance, "Don’t worry, this kid always has lots of tricks up his sleeve, maybe he’s just playing some new game."

On the big screen, Zhou Yiheng slowly began to speak, "Xiyuan, I’m sorry, I have failed you! It’s my fault, please forgive me, I cannot attend the engagement party today... I... I wish you find a man better than me, I’m not worthy of you!"

"Uncle and Auntie, I am sorry that I have let you down!" Zhou Yiheng slowly bowed.

No one expected that a proper engagement party could turn out this way.

The crowd was abuzz with discussions, and for a moment, all sorts of comments were made, their gazes sharp as knives, shooting towards both families’ parents and Lin Xiyuan.

Lin Hong had a heart attack due to anger and fell to the ground,

"Old Lin! Old Lin!" Lin Lan hurriedly searched her bag for heart pills.

Zhou’s father and mother were so angry that their eyes turned red, and they ordered the servant beside them, "Go! Go find that ungrateful son and break his legs! Quickly go!" Lin Xiyuan was also chosen by Zhou Yiheng himself! He didn’t look for a girlfriend for two years because of Lin Xiyuan, and now, he actually gave up on Lin Xiyuan! And right before everyone’s eyes!

So many people were watching!

How could the Lin family and Lin Xiyuan save face?

With a "slap," the bouquet in Lin Xiyuan’s hand fell to the ground, and then she covered her mouth and ran away.

If it were any girl, being publicly rejected would be unbearable. After such an incident, how could Lin Xiyuan continue to hold her place in the Three Realms!

"Xiyuan!" Lin Lan and Lin Hong immediately followed Lin Xiyuan.

They knew of Lin Xiyuan’s temperament; after such an incident, she definitely couldn’t bear it.

Lin Xiyuan ran straight to the top floor of the hotel.

Lin Hong and Lin Lan followed behind, their faces filled with fear.

"Xiyuan, what are you doing? Come back with mom," Lin Lan fought back tears, reaching out her hand toward Lin Xiyuan.

"No, I can’t go back with you like this, mom, don’t come over..." Lin Xiyuan kept retreating backward, and behind her, just one or two meters away, was the edge of the rooftop. Lin Xiyuan might lose control of her emotions and fall off at any moment.

Lin Lan was so frightened that she immediately stopped in her tracks, "Okay, okay, I won’t come over, Xiyuan, don’t get excited, stay calm, mom and dad only have you as a daughter, you mustn’t do anything foolish."

Lin Xiyuan stepped back to the edge of the rooftop and stopped, "Dad, mom, it’s my fault, I have embarrassed you! Sorry! I shouldn’t have disobeyed you."

Before they knew it, the bottom of the building was crowded with onlookers.

"Someone’s going to jump off the building!"

"If you’re going to jump, just do it. I have to go to work! So I don’t waste time here!"

Before long, the sound of police sirens filled the air.

While dispersing the crowd, the police also began making rescue preparations on the ground.

After hearing the news of Lin Xiyuan’s potential suicide, the Zhou family parents, Zhou Jin, Mo Qingyi, and Duanmu Zhe also rushed over.

"Xiyuan, a thousand faults, ten thousand faults, it’s all the fault of me as a father, it’s I who did not teach that unfilial son well, it’s our Zhou family who has wronged you! Will you please come over?" Zhou’s father, with eyes slightly reddened, spoke to Lin Xiyuan.

"Xiyuan, rest assured, we will make that unfilial son apologize to you. You will always be the daughter-in-law recognized by both your uncle and me. Come here, it’s dangerous there," Zhou’s mother reached out her hand towards Lin Xiyuan.

Lin Xiyuan, her face covered with tears, shook her head, "Uncle and auntie, you have been very kind; it’s not your fault, you don’t need to apologize. It’s just that Zhou Yiheng and I are not destined to be, I’m too naive; I’ve been fooled once, and now I’m foolishly fooled again, it’s all my fault, all my fault..."

Mo Qingyi took a few steps forward and slowly said, "Xiyuan, three-legged toads may be hard to find, but men with two legs are plentiful. After all, it’s just a man. In life, who hasn’t come across some scumbags? Look at the bright side, you’re the only daughter of your uncle and aunt. If something happened to you, what would your uncle and aunt do? Please come over, okay?"

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