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“Future Lady, Old Master sent me to pick you up. Please hand over your luggage to me!”
Upon seeing Duan Ruyin, Xinran was momentarily stunned. She did not expect anyone to come for her. Despite the unforgettable memories associated with Japan, it still felt unfamiliar to her. She did not know where Mu Shaosi lived or where Cherry Blossom Hall was located; the only places she was aware of were a nightclub called Ires and a striking figure named Shinohara Ryo.
“Future Lady, I am Duan Ruyin, the master of Cherry Blossom Hall and Cloud Gate.” Duan Ruyin noticed Summer's hesitation and introduced himself. Aside from that night at Ires, they had hardly met, so naturally, they were strangers.
“Hello.” Xinran nodded slightly in greeting. She recognized the man before her but did not know him well. “How is Mu Shaosi?”
She asked the question she desperately wanted to know but was afraid to probe further. She feared hearing bad news and wondered what she would do if that happened—would she cry or feel utterly helpless? After all, she was not anyone significant to him; even crying felt somewhat unfounded.
“Future Lady will know when she sees him…” Duan Ruyin could not say much more and had to keep it brief. He could see her face was somewhat pale, likely due to her worry about Young Master Si.
He had come to escort her on Old Master's orders, but it was not meant to be a straightforward welcome into Dongshan Residence. Old Master had already arranged a splendid scene waiting for her participation to enhance the atmosphere. His role was merely to bring her to Dongshan Residence; what would happen next and how Old Master intended to play this game depended on how much she could keep up.
Throughout the journey, Xinran's heart remained heavy. Duan Ruyin refused to say anything further, and she did not want to press him for details. All she wanted was to see Mu Shaosi with her own eyes; otherwise, she could not trust or accept any information about him from others.
“Old Master, Summer has arrived!”
The elegant and serene residence did not evoke any appreciation in Xinran. Following Duan Ruyin into the hall, she saw an elderly man sitting on the sofa enjoying tea. Upon hearing Duan Ruyin address him as Old Master, she realized that this elderly man was Mu Shaosi's grandfather and the former master of Cherry Blossom Hall.
“Hmm!” Takahashi Ryu looked serious as he scrutinized Xinran closely. He sighed inwardly, realizing that the young man indeed had good taste; this girl was fresh and delicate, with skin so flawless it seemed almost ethereal. Her eyes held a captivating depth that made him take an immediate liking to her upon their first meeting.
"Hello, Old Master!" Xinran greeted Takahashi Ryu without any humility. She heard Duan Ruyin refer to him as Summer, rather than the Future Lady he often mentioned before, and guessed that her brief identity was likely unknown to many. Perhaps Old Master only saw her as a close woman beside Mu Shaosi.
"I heard you are the woman beside Zhong Si. Have you been with him for a long time?" Takahashi Ryu looked at Xinran with a scrutinizing gaze. "You should know that Zhong Si is not only the Young Master of Cherry Blossom Hall but also the heir of the Dongshan Family. He already has a chosen wife; not just any woman can covet him."
There was no hint of disappointment on Xinran's face. Once, she may have lost herself, hoping to rise to the top of the entertainment industry through unscrupulous means. But now she had seen through it all. While her career was important, her happiness mattered even more. She would never choose to marry someone of high status just to achieve a goal or for any other purpose. What she wanted now was love—a pure love. If the person she loved could not provide that, then letting go was fine.
Hearing what Mu Shaosi's grandfather said, she thought his injury probably wasn't too severe. If it were life-threatening, he wouldn't be considering marriage and other matters afterward... That was good. She came here merely to confirm that he was alive and well. Since she had already proven that, it didn't matter if she couldn't see him!
"Old Master, I haven't been with Mu Shaosi for long, and I have no intention of coveting him. If there is any misunderstanding, I can clarify! As for your claim that he has a chosen wife, I can only say that's great; I will wish him well!" Xinran replied calmly to Takahashi Ryu's words, then slightly bent forward in a Japanese bow and continued, "If you have nothing else, I will take my leave now!"
Takahashi Ryu's eyes widened suddenly. What was this girl playing at? He exclaimed, "Aren't you here to see Zhong Si?"
"Originally, I thought his situation would be dangerous, but after hearing your words, I can confirm he should be fine now, so I don't think I need to see him!" With that, Xinran turned and walked toward the door.
"Miss Xia, since you're here, why not go up and see Young Master Si?" Duan Ruyin stopped Xinran. She truly was an extraordinary woman; seeing Old Master's astonished expression made it clear that this round had gone to the Future Lady!
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