?Chapter 299: Chapter 299: Xiaowu, did something happen while you were abroad?   Chapter 299: Chapter 299: Xiaowu, did something happen while you were abroad?                                   Qiao Ruoxin gazed at the man’s broad back for a long time before she moved closer and embraced him from behind.


    She felt the man’s body stiffen for a second.


    Then, Mo Chen turned around and pulled her into his arms, kissing her smooth, fair forehead lightly, and whispered to her, “Go to sleep, goodnight.”


    “Brother Mo Chen, are you really okay?”


    “I’m fine.”


    She closed her eyes, her eyshes trembling slightly, but soon she heard the man’s even breathing.


    Asleep?


    It seemed he was indeed very tired. Perhaps he was still suffering from jetg? Is that why he stopped all of a sudden?


    It must be that…


    Qiao Ruoxin also gradually drifted off into sleep, where she dreamed that the wedding dress was ready, stunningly breathtaking, and everyone in the dream was blessing their wedding.


    The next morning.


    With a sweet smile on her lips, she slowly opened her eyes, only to realize it had all been a dream.


    The man beside her was nowhere to be seen.


    Qiao Ruoxin sat up, rubbed her eyes, reached for her phone, and then turned it on.


    As soon as she turned it on, her agent’s call came through.


    She answered the phone in anguid voice, “Hello…”


    “Ruoxin, there’s a brand event this afternoon. Get ready, and we’lle to pick you up.”


    “Alright.”


    After hanging up, she patted her cheeks to wake herself up a bit more.


    Then she got out of bed and went to the bathroom to wash up.


    After changing clothes and going downstairs, Qiao Ruoxin saw the nanny approaching, “Miss Qiao, would you like breakfast?”


    “No need, has Mo Chen gone to the office?”


    “I heard Xiaowu say Master Mo had to apany the Chairman on a visit to Imperial Capital University today, so he set off very early.”


    “Oh…”


    Everything seemed normal, yet there was a faint hint of something odd.


    …


    Imperial Capital University.


    The executives of Hengzhong Group toured the university in a grand manner, with Mo Tian at the forefront, while Mo Chen, dressed in a suit, walked on his father’s left.


    The media cameras followed, filming material for tonight’s news highlights.


    Mo Tian nced at his son and deliberately lowered his voice, “There’s a dinner engagement tonight, and the Lu Family will be there. You must go.”


    A flicker of displeasure crossed Mo Chen’s handsome face, “Must I?”


    “You must!” Mo Tian’s tone was firm.


    He simply responded with a terse, “Hmm.”


    His tense jawline was proof of his inner displeasure.


    …


    Evening.


    Qiao Ruoxin had finished the brand event that afternoon and returned to her car.


    She leaned against the car window, looking worn out, yet she noticed that the driver was Xiaowu.


    “Xiaowu?”


    “Miss Qiao, Master Mo asked me to pick you up to apany him to a dinner engagement.”


    A sh of light appeared in Qiao Ruoxin’s eyes, and she sat up straight, asking, “Xiaowu, did something happen while you were abroad? Why do I feel like something is off with Mo Chen?”


    Xiaowu replied calmly, “Nothing.”


    She wanted to ask more, but decided against it.


    Xiaowu clearly didn’t want to tell the truth.


    An hourter.


    The car slowly stopped outside Shenghao Hotel, and the doorman came up to open the door.


    She got out of the car and went into the hotel, then took the elevator.


    Xiaowu escorted her to the rest area on the fifteenth floor.


    Qiao Ruoxin caught sight of the man standing by the window, his back to her, at once.


    “Brother Mo Chen.”


    The man turned around at the sound of her voice, a trace of warmth appearing on his indifferent, handsome face as he smiled.


    Mo Chen, tall and striking, walked up to her and took her small hand with a frown, “Why are your hands so cold?”


    “It’s a bit chilly outside tonight.”


    He tightened his grip on her hand and said in a deep voice, “We’ll just make an appearance, no more than half an hour, okay?”


    She nodded obediently, “Okay.”


    …


    The private room wasvishly decorated and quiet.


    But peals ofughter and cheerful voices were asionally heard.


    Mo Tianughed, “Xingxing has be even more beautiful now. I recall thest time I saw her she was just four or five years old.”


    “Your Mo Chen isn’t bad either, I often see his news abroad. The kid is quite aplished at a young age,” Lu Ming chuckled.


    Sitting beside Lu Ming was his daughter Lu Xingxing, a pampered and willful little princess.


    At that moment, someone interjected, “Hey, didn’t your two families arrange a marriage for your children back in the day?”


    The atmosphere turned awkward…


    Mo Tian justughed without speaking, lifting his ss to drink.


    To ease the atmosphere, Lu Ming said, “Back then, I thought I had a say, but I’ve realized now that when ites to the kids, we can’t intervene at all.”


    “Exactly, Dad, what era are we in? You’re still arranging marriages for us…” Lu Xingxingined in a low, reluctant voice.


    Lu Xingxing had long heard that Mo Chen had a temper as fierce as a wild beast. She disdained such a man! Even if he had a high status and was handsome, she didn’t find him appealing!


    Seeing Lu Xingxing’s attitude, Mo Tian actually breathed a sigh of relief.


    As they spoke, a series of footsteps came from outside the private room.


    Mo Tian was the first to speak up, “It must be that little rascal from my house.”


    Consequently, everyone looked over unanimously.


    The next second, Mo Chen walked in with Qiao Ruoxin, greeting nonchntly, “Dad.”


    Then, he turned to Lu Ming, “Uncle Lu.”


    He briefly greeted the other uncles and acquaintances as well.


    After that, he took Qiao Ruoxin with him and sat down at the dining table.


    When Lu Ming caught sight of Mo Chen, he was genuinely stunned—Mo Chen was much taller and more handsome than he had imagined… but why was there a woman with him?


    “Mo Tian, this Mo Chen of yours is indeed more impressive in person, rightfully considered the most handsome among the second generation elite,” someone eximed.


    Mo Tian couldn’t stop grinning, “It’s mainly because of my good genes as a father.”


    Listening to the elders’ exaggerated praise, Lu Xingxing looked disdainful. With such a temper, how handsome could he be?


    But after a casual nce, Lu Xingxing’s eyes widened in shock. How could it be him!!!


    Qiao Ruoxin also noticed Lu Xingxing’s gaze and leaned towards Mo Chen’s ear, “Why is that woman staring at you?”


    The man nced indifferently and said in a deep voice, “Maybe she thinks I’m handsome?”


    She couldn’t help but chuckle and gently pped Mo Chen’s long leg under the table.


    So for the next half hour, Lu Xingxing kept her eyes fixed on Mo Chen, unblinkingly, as if transfixed.


    Mo Chen nced at his wristwatch and slowly spoke up, “Enjoy your meal, uncles. I have some matters to attend to and must leave now.”


    After speaking, he stood up, and Qiao Ruoxin also stood up and nodded with a smile.


    “Could you give me a ride? It’s quite boring for a youngster like me to stay here,” Lu Xingxing suddenly said.


    Mo Tianughed, “Of course, we’re on the way.”


    Mo Tian got up and whispered into his ear, “I’ve always treated you well, give me some face. All the uncles are watching.”


    Disdain in his eyes, Mo Chen yet considered the bigger picture and responded, “Hmm.”


    Mo Chen took Qiao Ruoxin’s hand and turned to leave.


    Lu Xingxing also picked up her purse and followed, with a hint of malice flickering in her eyes.


    …