Chapter 566 - 566 552 Ive been staring at you (1) _1

Chapter 566: 552, I’ve been staring at you (1) _1 Chapter 566: 552, I’ve been staring at you (1) _1 At the end of the red carpet stands Qin Baihao in his smart suit, looking even more handsome. He wears a gentle smile as he watches Chu Ruohan. To an outsider, it was undoubtedly a sign of his devotion to her.

Upon seeing Qin Baihao, Chu Ruohan’s eyes flickered, her stride slowed down and became more laborious.

Was she truly going to marry Qin Baihao?

Was her life going to be ruined by this contemptible man?

No, she didn’t want to, she wouldn’t.

Snapping out of her thoughts, she looked around the hall urgently, hoping to catch a glimpse of the man who haunted her dreams.

Eventually, her gaze settled on a figure not too far away. However, what she saw made her heart sink.

The man, as cold as an emperor, was attentively looking at the woman in his arms. Watching them whisper intimately to each other, her heart ached deeply.

Why wouldn’t he spare her a glance after all these years? Why was he so cruel to her and treating Jian Qing with such tenderness?

“What’s going on? Why has the bride stopped?”

“Indeed, Miss Chu does not seem like someone on the verge of marriage with that distraught look.”

The guests were clueless as Chu Ruohan abruptly halted, whispering and speculating amongst themselves.

“Could there be another layer to this marriage situation?”

“Look, Miss Chu is fixating her gaze at Master Jingwu.” Some sharp-eyed guests noticed that Chu Ruohan was blankly staring in Quan Jingwu’s direction, her expression hinting at a brewing drama.

“It’s no secret amongst our circle that Miss Chu has long admired Jingwu. It’s strange that she suddenly chose to marry into the Qin Family.”

“The Chu and Qin families have been on good terms for years, maybe this marriage is due to that long-standing relationship.”

The ongoing speculation amongst the guests was heard by both the Chu and Qin families, their faces darkened simultaneously.

“Ruohan!” Chu Jing called out in a low voice.

Chu Ruohan, however, didn’t react. Her intricately made-up eyes were locked onto the man who bore the air of an emperor, revealing an indescribable sadness.

Seeing Chu Ruohan’s reaction, Qin Baihao’s smile gradually froze, a hint of bitterness flashed in his eyes.

Chu Ruohan, you are humiliating me in front of everyone. I’m going to remember this. After today, don’t dream about living the life of a princess anymore.

“Jingwu, you know she’s been staring at you, right?” Jian Qing was playfully holding Quan Jingwu’s elegantly slender hand, speaking in a teasing tone.

Quan Jingwu raised an eyebrow, gently pinching her jaw, “Did you not notice that I was also gazing at you all this time, hmm?”

She curved her lips into a smile, “Oh, were you?”

A low chuckle spilled from his thin lips, he wrapped her hand in his, tickling her palm.

“Naughty!”

His seductive voice was soft, hints of sweetness enveloping both of them, eliciting envy and jealousy from the onlookers.

Caught in the corner of his eye, Chu Yihen noticed Jian Qing’s blooming smile. Desire flashed in his eyes.

She’d never smiled at him like that before. How was it fair that Quan Jingwu retained all her charm? Why could he not measure up?

“Ruohan!” Chu Jing called out again, discreetly tugging her hand.

Feeling the tug, Chu Ruohan frowned slightly before coming to her senses and meeting Chu Jing’s displeased gaze.

“Ruohan, clear your head. Don’t forget this is your wedding,” Chu Jing cautioned.

With difficulty, Chu Ruohan nodded, resisting the heartache while continuing to walk down the red carpet.

Upon seeing Chu Ruohan moving again from his seat, a sigh of relief escaped from Jiang Fan.

“Baihao, I’m entrusting my precious daughter to you. Treat her well. If you don’t, our Chu family won’t let it slide,” Chu Jing sternly gave Chu Ruohan’s hand to Qin Baihao.

Chu Ruohan emotionlessly looked at the man who was about to become her husband. She felt neither nervousness nor excitement. No joy filled her, only pure repulsion and disrespect.

“Dad, rest assured, I will treat Ruohan well. I will love and protect her for a lifetime. I will never disappoint you or Ruohan.” Qin Baihao gripped Chu Ruohan’s hand, gazing at her affectionately.

Chu Jing nodded in satisfaction before heading back to his seat next to Jiang Fan.

The moment he left, Chu Ruohan attempted to pull back her hand. She despised the feeling of being lead by him.

However, Qin Baihao, noticing the impatience in her eyes discreetly tightened his grip on her hand. He spoke in a whisper meant for only her ears, “Ruohan, we’re halfway through our wedding ceremony. If you make a scene, not only will we be a laughingstock, but our families too will become the joke of Beijing.”

Chu Ruohan’s face stiffened upon his words. Casting a look at her family seated below the stage, she let her hand fall docilely over Qin Baihao’s arm.

Satisfied, Qin Baihao flashed a smile and signalled to the MC that they could proceed.

While the MC was talking, Chu Ruohan’s mind was elsewhere. Her lack of attention made Jiang Fan nervous on her behalf.

“Now, we ask the couple to exchange their rings.” After a prolonged speech, the MC finally cut to the chase.

The luxurious pair of rings gleamed in the ornate box. Qin Baihao picked the rings and began to slip one onto Chu Ruohan’s finger.

As the perfectly cut diamond ring slid onto her finger, shining profusely, Chu Ruohan’s eyes welled up with unshed tears.

To the onlookers, these were tears of joy. But Chu Ruohan knew better; these were tears of indignation and rage.

“Ruohan!” Qin Baihao reminded aloud as she made no move to pick up his ring.

Chu Ruohan gazed at the male ring brought before her, biting her lip in hesitation.

Just as Qin Baihao was about to speak, he was interrupted by a commotion at the entrance.

“Miss Chu, you should reconsider. You wouldn’t want to regret this marriage later.”

The woman’s sonorous voice echoed in the hall, leaving everyone flabbergasted.

Against the light, a woman appeared in a wine-red body-hugging dress, her curled waves adding to her sensual charm.

Qin Baihao’s pupils contracted at the sight of the woman standing at the entrance.

Tao Qian!

What is she doing here?

As Chu Ruohan lifted her veil to look at the suddenly appearing woman, her face showed confusion.

“Tsk, looks like someone’s planning to crash the wedding,” Han Yue swirled his wine, a smirk playing on his lips.

“This wedding between the Chu and Qin families seems doomed now.”

“What’s the meaning of this, Han Yue? Do you know that woman?” Quan Yifei asked, looking at Han Yue.

Smiling, Han Yue said, “She’s not my type. But Qin Baihao should be worried. Chu Yihen might kill him for this.”