Qin Miaoyu had spent over twenty years as the obedient, well-behaved daughter. But when her family tried to use her in a marriage alliance, she made a swift decision and married an ordinary office worker in a flash wedding. What she didn’t realize was that her new husband was not just an average man, but the future heir to the most prestigious family in Jing City. Lu Qi'an had always regretted his slow reaction years ago, forced to watch helplessly as the one he cherished became engaged to someone else. He never expected that the person he kept hidden in his heart would one day come to him of her own accord. Yet, after the wedding, concealing his true identity seemed to be a far bigger challenge than he had imagined.
"Sis, didn't you make plans with Young Master Wang for ten thirty? Why are you heading out so early?" Qin Lianzhu called to her sister at the doorway.
Hearing her sister mention Young Master Wang, Qin Miaoyu felt a surge of discomfort. She had taken special leave to come home for a few days, only to discover her family was arranging suitors for her. She'd already refused the first one, yet now came this Young Master Wang, with a meeting set at a notorious club...
As she thought about what awaited her, her face softened into its usual gentle expression. "I have some errands to run first. I'll go to meet Young Master Wang at the agreed time."
"Really?"
"Really. I'm in a hurry, so I'll be off."
Qin Miaoyu truly was pressed for time. She had arranged to meet someone at the Civil Affairs Bureau at nine thirty. If she didn't hurry, she'd be late.
At twenty-eight minutes past nine, she arrived at the Civil Affairs Bureau. The man she'd only met twice before, Mr. Lu, was already waiting at the entrance. He seemed preoccupied, frowning at something in the distance.
Following his gaze, she noticed a strikingly extravagant car parked nearby—if she wasn't mistaken, it was a globally limited edition. Luxurious cars were not uncommon, but one this ostentatious was a rare sight, attracting a crowd of onlookers snapping photos.
Qin Miaoyu paid it no mind and approached Mr. Lu with her customary gentle smile. "Mr. Lu, sorry to keep you waiting. Shall w