Secret Marriage: Reborn as A Beautiful Model Student Chapter 2462 Jin's Wedding (1)

"Mom, you're just consoling me."

Li Youyou nestled herself in Ye Tianxin's embrace. She felt certain that she might never set eyes on her two children again in this lifetime.

"The future holds uncertainties no one can predict,"

Despite Li Youyou and Tang Xiaoxiao possessing robust health,

prolonged exposure to seawater meant both had to remain hospitalized for several days prior to release.

The moment Tang Xiaoxiao left the hospital, authorities whisked her away. Though a solitary operative, she had never engaged in drug manufacturing or distribution. Multiple times, she supplied vital intelligence that dismantled drug operations.

In her heart, Tang Xiaoxiao regarded her father's surname as Tang.

That dependable, introverted, steadfast man was her true father.

To make amends for her errors, Tang Xiaoxiao surrendered every asset, network, and fortune inherited from her biological father to the authorities.

A deeply entrenched drug trafficking syndicate was eradicated in a single decisive strike.

Even without Li Youyou pressing charges, Tang Xiaoxiao faced a two-year prison term.

On sentencing day, Li Youyou visited Tang Xiaoxiao. Across the thick glass partition, she gazed at her friend sporting a fresh crew cut.

"This look fits you perfectly."

Tang Xiaoxiao ran her fingers over her hair and flashed a wide smile, showing off her charming dimples.

Oh, don't blame yourself at all. I walked this road by choice. Those moments sharing the cabin with you brought me joy. Thank you. Happiness awaits you for sure.

Tang Xiaoxiao remained serene. Her very birth carried the stain of original sin.

Now, she had cleansed herself of all guilt, embracing a pure existence.

"Tang Xiaoxiao, here are the books I gathered for you. Stay well."

Li Youyou had assembled a stack of finance-related volumes.

Post-release from prison, returning to military service was out of the question for Tang Xiaoxiao. Following two years behind bars, she would need time to readjust to everyday life.

"Thank you," she replied.

Ye Jinyu and Shangguan Anning's wedding unfolded amid the autumnal scent of blooming osmanthus.

The union of the Shangguan family's daughter became a lavish celebration.

That day, Shangguan Anning sat in her chamber as kin and companions adorned her with countless golden dragon-phoenix bracelets. Suddenly, she resembled a ambulatory treasure trove.

"Mom, this is excessive."

Shangguan Anning tallied roughly: over two hundred pairs dangled from her arms and neck.

Thankfully, she perched on the bedroom bed. Standing would render movement impossible.

An Jing softly stroked Shangguan Anning's hair. Silly girl, it's not too much at all.

"Mom, my neck aches."

Helpless, An Jing stripped away all the ornaments from Shangguan Anning's neck.

Firecrackers exploded downstairs.

"The groom has arrived!"

Li Youyou donned a sharp black suit, a groom's pin on her chest, yet found herself barred at Shangguan Ling's doorway.

The Shangguan youth blocked her relentlessly.

The actual bridegroom, Ye Jinyu, slipped through the window with ease.

"Ningning,"

Hearing Ye Jinyu's voice, Shangguan Anning froze briefly. "You are..."

"Your family doesn't know Youyou. They confused her with me."

Shangguan Anning burst into muffled laughter at Ye Jinyu's explanation. "This was your scheme."

Ye Jinyu clasped Shangguan Anning's hand, whispering, "Your father-in-law believes I've stolen his darling. He's causing chaos below!"