The next morning, the first ray of sunlight pierced through the gap in the curtains, gently falling upon the faces of Qin Yuanfeng and Su Wanwan. Qin Yuanfeng's eyelids twitched slightly before he slowly opened his eyes, turning to look at Su Wanwan, who was still fast asleep beside him. Her face was serene and beautiful, her long eyelashes casting faint shadows in the morning light. A warm current surged through Qin Yuanfeng's heart as he quietly gazed at Su Wanwan, recalling every little detail of the journey they had walked together.
After a moment, Su Wanwan slowly woke up. Opening her eyes, she saw Qin Yuanfeng looking at her tenderly, and a blush instantly crept across her face.
"Morning, Yuanfeng," Su Wanwan said softly.
"Morning, Wanwan. Today is an important day; we are going to the Yuntian Villa area to check out our new home," Qin Yuanfeng said with a smile.
Expectation and excitement radiated from both of their faces. They quickly got up, washed up simply, and after Su Wanwan's maternal grandparents arrived, the two of them had a simple breakfast in the hospital cafeteria. Although the breakfast was not lavish, their moods were exceptionally bright because they knew today would open a new chapter in their lives.
After finishing breakfast, Qin Yuanfeng and Su Wanwan walked out of the hospital, carrying their longing for future life. The morning sun bathed them in a trace of warmth. Standing at the hospital entrance, watching the coming and going of vehicles and pedestrians, their hearts were filled with anticipation for the future.
Soon, they hailed a taxi and headed straight for the Yuntian Villa area. Outside the car window, the scenery of Nanjiang City unfolded like a scroll. High-rise buildings gleamed brightly under the sunlight, pedestrians hurried along the streets, and traffic flowed in an endless stream.
As the taxi sped along the city roads, Qin Yuanfeng and Su Wanwan sat in the back seat, their hands held tightly together. At times they spoke softly, and at times they fell silent, both imagining what the Yuntian Villa area would look like.
"Yuanfeng, what do you think our new home will be like?" Su Wanwan asked.
"I think it must be very beautiful. After all, being called the most luxurious villa in Nanjiang City, it definitely won't be bad," Qin Yuanfeng replied.
"I hope Beibei will like it there," Su Wanwan said.
"She definitely will. Beibei will be so happy to have such a beautiful home," Qin Yuanfeng said.
Up front, the taxi driver heard their conversation and secretly shook his head, hesitating inwardly: *These young people nowadays! So unrealistic and ambitious, can't they just be down-to-earth? Yuntian Villa No. 1, that is the most expensive and luxurious villa in the entire Nanjiang City, something you can't buy just by having money! And yet this pair in the back actually claims Yuntian Villa No. 1 belongs to them.*
As the taxi drove on, they grew closer and closer to the Yuntian Villa area. Finally, the taxi slowly came to a stop. After getting out, Qin Yuanfeng and Su Wanwan were immediately captivated by the scene before them. The villa area possessed an elegant environment with lush green trees, and every villa was designed to be both luxurious and tasteful, resembling works of art embedded in a green ocean.
They stood at the entrance of the villa area, quietly admiring the beautiful scenery before them. A gentle breeze swept past, making the leaves rustle as if welcoming their arrival.
"This place is truly beautiful," Su Wanwan exclaimed.
"Indeed. From now on, we can live a happy life here," Qin Yuanfeng said.
They strolled slowly along the paths of the villa area, taking in the peace and elegance. Flowers by the roadside bloomed in brilliant colors, and a faint floral fragrance filled the air. Qin Yuanfeng and Su Wanwan felt as though they had stepped into a fairy tale world.
Qin Yuanfeng held Su Wanwan's hand as they walked toward the main gate of the villa area, his face radiant with a happy smile. However, their good mood was soon interrupted by the security guard at the gate. Seeing that Qin Yuanfeng and Su Wanwan were dressed plainly and carried no valuables, the guard mistakenly assumed they were ordinary people trying to sneak in just to open their eyes and sightsee. Consequently, the guard stepped forward to block them, a hint of disdain in his tone: "Sorry, this is a private residential area. No entry for non-residents and uninvited visitors."
Su Wanwan froze for a moment and was about to explain when she saw several luxury cars slowly driving up and parking not far away. The doors opened, and several brightly dressed men and women stepped out, among them Lu Mingxuan and Su Jin'er. Lu Mingxuan wore a designer suit, looking exceptionally arrogant, while Su Jin'er wore a designer dress with a smug smile on her face, as if the entire world were beneath her feet.
Seeing Qin Yuanfeng and Su Wanwan blocked by the security guard, Su Jin'er immediately stepped forward and intentionally raised her voice: "Oh, if it isn't Su Wanwan? What's wrong, couldn't afford a house at Splendid Gardens, so you and your wild man want to come here and house-hunt? But I think you'd better forget it—this is no place for poor people like you."
Lu Mingxuan also stepped forward, casting a contemptuous glance at Qin Yuanfeng: "Exactly. Just look at yourselves and know your status. It seems last time at Splendid Gardens you didn't learn your lesson, and now you actually dare to come here and make fools of yourselves. Do you know what kind of place this is? This is the most luxurious villa area in Nanjiang City, and my Lu Family just bought a villa here in the Yuntian Villa area. As for you lot, I'm afraid you couldn't even afford a toilet!"
Upon hearing this, the security guard grew even more certain of his judgment, treating Qin Yuanfeng and Su Wanwan with even greater hostility: "You heard them. This isn't where you belong, so hurry up and leave."
Qin Yuanfeng frowned. He originally did not want to argue with these people, but Su Wanwan was his wife, and he would not allow anyone to insult her. Calmly, he pulled the property ownership certificate from his pocket and handed it to the guard: "Take a clear look. This is the property deed for Yuntian Villa No. 1, and we are the owners here."
The guard paused in surprise, took the certificate, and inspected it closely. Confirming it was authentic, his expression instantly turned awkward. He hurriedly apologized to Qin Yuanfeng and Su Wanwan: "I am sorry. I was blind and failed to recognize your worth. Please forgive me, both of you."
Seeing this, Su Jin'er and Lu Mingxuan's expressions turned ugly. They never imagined that Qin Yuanfeng and Su Wanwan were actually the owners of the Yuntian Villa. Su Jin'er was so enraged that she gnashed her teeth, glaring viciously at Qin Yuanfeng and Su Wanwan: "You... how could you possibly have a house here? This must be fake!"
Ignoring her unreasonable fuss, Qin Yuanfeng only smiled faintly: "Whether it's real or fake, you are quite welcome to go check and verify it. However, I advise you to keep a low profile so you don't end up offending someone you shouldn't one day."
With that, Qin Yuanfeng took Su Wanwan's hand, walked past Su Jin'er and Lu Mingxuan, and entered the villa area, leaving the two of them standing there with ashen faces, utterly helpless.
Upon entering, Qin Yuanfeng and Su Wanwan followed the address on the deed and located Yuntian Villa No. 1. The exterior of the villa was luxurious and elegant, its white walls gleaming in the sunlight while the dark roof appeared steady and grand. The villa was surrounded by a meticulously manicured garden where various flowers competed in beauty, creating a breathtaking view.
Stepping inside, Su Wanwan was struck by the exquisite interior decoration. The spacious living room was furnished with high-end sofas and a coffee table, and a huge crystal chandelier hung from the ceiling, casting a soft glow. The dining room held a long table capable of accommodating over a dozen people dining together, and the kitchen was fully equipped with all kinds of facilities, resembling a miniature restaurant. Even back when she was with the Su Family, she had never seen such a luxurious house.
As they toured, Qin Yuanfeng and Su Wanwan discussed the furniture and decorations they needed to acquire. They planned how to arrange this home to be warmer and more comfortable so that Beibei could grow up happily here.
"Yuanfeng, we can put some soft rugs in the living room so Beibei can play on them," Su Wanwan said.
"Good idea. We can also hang some warm photos in the bedrooms to give the place more of a homey feel. Besides, since Grandpa and Grandma are getting older, we can arrange a room for them on the first floor. And how about we turn Beibei's room into a princess room?" Qin Yuanfeng suggested.
They immersed themselves in happy anticipation, as if they could already see the wonderful future ahead. However, just as they were daydreaming about the future, a rapid knock on the door shattered the peace. Opening the door, Qin Yuanfeng saw Lu Mingxuan and Su Jin'er standing outside with gloomy expressions.
"What are you here for?" Qin Yuanfeng asked coldly.
Instead of answering his question, Lu Mingxuan demanded directly, "I'm asking you, how did you get this villa? Did you use some shady methods?"
Qin Yuanfeng sneered. "Why should I tell you? This is my personal business."
Su Jin'er also stepped forward. "Let me tell you, Qin Yuanfeng, don't think you can rest easy just because you have this villa. The Lu Family is no pushover in Nanjiang City. If you dare to offend us, I guarantee you won't be able to survive in Nanjiang City!"
Hearing this, a flash of cold light crossed Qin Yuanfeng's eyes. He originally did not want to bicker with such petty individuals, but their aggressive pushing tested his limits. Just as he was about to retaliate, he felt Su Wanwan pull his hand and shake her head gently.
Understanding what Su Wanwan meant—she did not want to complicate things further—Qin Yuanfeng forcefully suppressed the anger in his heart and said calmly, "If you have nothing else to do, please leave. This is my home, and you are not welcome."
Seeing that Qin Yuanfeng's attitude was resolute, Lu Mingxuan and Su Jin'er knew there was no point in entangling further. They glared fiercely at Qin Yuanfeng and turned to leave.
Qin Yuanfeng closed the door and returned to Su Wanwan's side. Embracing her gently, he said, "Wanwan, don't pay attention to them. They're just jealous that we have this villa. Let them envy us all they want."
Su Wanwan nodded, leaning into Qin Yuanfeng's arms and feeling his warmth. She knew that as long as Qin Yuanfeng was by her side, she had nothing to fear.
However, Lu Mingxuan and Su Jin'er did not let the matter rest. Upon returning to the Lu Family, they immediately reported the incident to the head of the Lu Family, Lu Zhennan. Lu Zhennan was a shrewd and capable businessman who held a very high status in Nanjiang City. Hearing what Lu Mingxuan and Su Jin'er had to say, he furrowed his brow slightly.
"This Qin Yuanfeng actually has Yuntian Villa No. 1? That certainly sounds a bit fishy. Have you investigated his background?" Lu Zhennan asked.
Lu Mingxuan replied, "We've already checked, but we didn't find anything special. He's just an ordinary retired soldier who performed some meritorious service on the Outer Realm Battlefield."
Lu Zhennan remarked, "Performing meritorious service on the Outer Realm Battlefield? That's no simple matter. It seems this Qin Yuanfeng is not to be underestimated. Still, our Lu Family is not one to be bullied. Since he has obtained Yuntian Villa No. 1, we cannot just sit idly by. Later, I'll contact some connections to see if we can find a way to take the villa away from him."
Hearing Lu Zhennan's words, Lu Mingxuan and Su Jin'er were overjoyed. At that moment, Su Jin'er stepped forward and said, "Uncle Lu, if the Lu Family wants this Yuntian Villa No. 1, it actually won't be that difficult!"
Hearing this, Lu Zhennan asked, "Does Jin'er have a good idea?"
Su Jin'er smiled and said, "Uncle Lu, today at the Yuntian Villa area, I saw that the property deed was written in the name of that bitch Su Wanwan. Furthermore, as far as I know, she and that guy named Qin Yuanfeng haven't even registered their marriage yet, so they can't be considered a formal couple. That means this house currently belongs solely to Su Wanwan. Since Su Wanwan is a member of my Su Family, this Yuntian Villa No. 1 ought to belong to my Su Family! Just wait, Uncle Lu, I'll go home right now and find my dad, and make Su Wanwan transfer Yuntian Villa No. 1 over to our Su Family. Once that's done, our Su Family can sell Yuntian Villa No. 1 to the Lu Family at a low price, won't that work out?"
Lu Zhennan's eyes lit up as he said, "Jin'er, you truly are clever. Don't worry—as long as you handle this matter well, our Lu Family will certainly not treat your Su Family unfairly. Rest assured, the Lu Family will purchase Yuntian Villa No. 1 at standard market value. At the same time, the Lu Family will arrange for people to visit and discuss your marriage with Mingxuan as soon as possible!"
With a triumphant smile, Su Jin'er left the Lu Family and headed straight for the Su Family. Her heart was filled with a burning desire for Yuntian Villa No. 1 and the confidence of an imminent victory. She knew that as long as she could persuade her father to transfer the Yuntian Villa No. 1 under Su Wanwan's name to the Su Family, she would not only gain this luxurious villa, but also solidify her position within the Lu Family and accelerate the marriage process with Lu Mingxuan. Once she married Lu Mingxuan, she, Su Jin'er, might well become the future mistress of Yuntian Villa No. 1.