northernbook Chapter 219 Destroying This Home
Chapter 219 Destroying This Home
After returning home, Qiao Qin was still in a heavy mood. She dragged her somewhat tired body into the house. The tranquility in the house formed a sharp contrast with the turmoil in her heart.
The sunlight shone through the window onto the living room floor, but it could not dispel the haze in her heart. She slowly walked to the sofa, and as if she had lost her strength, she sat down weakly.
Qiao Qin sat on the sofa, looking ahead with empty eyes, but her thoughts kept drifting back to Yan Xuexue's words and the dazzling engagement letter.
The yellowed paper seemed to keep magnifying in her mind, and every word in the engagement book was like a sharp thorn, piercing her heart.
Her fingers twisted together unconsciously and trembled slightly.
I wonder if Huo Yan knows about this?
If he knew, why had he never mentioned it to her?
Could it be that he has something to hide?
Countless questions swirled in her mind, making her feel extremely confused and uneasy.
Just then, the door was gently pushed open, and Huo Siqian came skipping in, with a childlike smile on his face and curiosity shining in his eyes.
However, when he saw his mother sitting on the sofa, his smile gradually disappeared. He keenly sensed that something was wrong with his mother and quickly walked to Qiao Qin.
"Mom, what's wrong with you? Are you unhappy?" Huo Siqian's voice was clear and concerned. His little hand gently pulled the corner of Qiao Qin's clothes, his eyes full of worry.
Qiao Qin looked at her son's innocent face and felt a warm current in her heart. She didn't want to make her son worry, so she forced a smile and gently touched Huo Siqian's head.
"Baby, mommy is fine, go study now."
Huo Siqian looked at his mother, obviously not believing her.
"Mom, you are lying. Something must have happened to you. Did someone bully you? Tell Siqian and Siqian will help you vent your anger." A determined expression appeared on his little face, like a little warrior.
Qiao Qin felt warm at heart and was touched by her son's concern, but she couldn't let her son know about this. He was still too young and shouldn't bear these troubles.
"It's really okay, baby, you should go and study. Mom is just a little tired." Qiao Qin urged again.
Although Huo Siqian still had doubts in his heart, he still obediently returned to his room.
Qiao Qin looked at her son's departing back and became even more worried. She was afraid that Yan Xuexue's appearance would change their happy life. She felt helpless and confused.
At this moment, Huo Yan called.
The ringing of the cell phone sounded particularly loud in the silent room. Qiao Qin hesitated for a moment, but still answered the call. She was feeling both excited and scared, not knowing how to face Huo Yan.
"Qin'er, are you home yet? Are you tired today?" Huo Yan's voice was gentle and caring, like a spring breeze blowing through Qiao Qin's heart.
Qiao Qin's heart warmed up, and the familiar voice made her feel extremely at ease, but she soon thought of Yan Xuexue's matter, and her mood became complicated.
"Well, not tired." Her voice was a little low, trying hard to hide her inner uneasiness.
"What's wrong? Qin'er, your voice sounds a little strange. Did something happen?" Huo Yan was keenly aware of Qiao Qin's emotional changes. His voice was full of worry, as if he could feel Qiao Qin's mood through the phone.
Qiao Qin didn't know how to start. She didn't want to make Huo Yan worry, but she felt that he had to know about this.
She bit her lip, hesitated for a moment, and then said slowly: "Yan, I met someone today..."
Qiao Qin slowly told Huo Yan about her encounter with Yan Xuexue. Her voice was trembling, and she seemed to have used up all her strength to say every word.
There was silence on the other end of the phone for a moment, and the air was filled with tension.
Qiao Qin's heart was in her throat. She didn't know how Huo Yan would react. She held the phone tightly, waiting for Huo Yan's answer.
After a moment, Huo Yan's voice sounded again, firm and decisive.
"Qin'er, don't worry, I will take care of this matter. I have nothing to do with her, I only love you and the baby."
After hearing what Huo Yan said, Qiao Qin felt a little relieved, but she still couldn't help asking with a hint of doubt in her voice: "You really don't know that you are engaged?"
Huo Yan did not hesitate at all and answered directly: "I don't know, and I don't recognize this so-called engagement. My marriage is decided by myself, and I only love you."
Qiao Qin couldn't help but shed tears, her heart was filled with emotion and trust, "Okay, I believe you."
After hanging up the phone, Qiao Qin's mood gradually calmed down, and she decided not to be bothered by Yan Xuexue's affairs anymore. She wanted to believe in Huo Yan and the relationship between them.
Yan Xuexue did not show up again in the next few days, but Qiao Qin always felt a little worried.
The days seemed to have returned to their former tranquility, however, Qiao Qin's heart could not truly calm down. Yan Xuexue's arrogant figure and cold eyes would involuntarily appear in her mind.
She didn't know when Yan Xuexue would appear again and what kind of trouble she would bring. This unknown was like a dark cloud, hanging over her heart, making her nervous and uneasy all the time.
She could only keep comforting herself in her heart, telling herself that Huo Yan would handle everything, but that uneasiness could never be eliminated.
However, Huo Yan acted as if nothing had happened. He still picked up and dropped off Qiao Qin to and from get off work every day and treated her with great care.
The morning sun shone on Huo Yan. He got up early, prepared a nutritious breakfast for Qiao Qin, and then drove her to the studio personally, his eyes full of tenderness and concern. In the car, he would gently hold Qiao Qin's hand to give her strength and warmth.
His gentleness and firmness made Qiao Qin feel extremely safe, as if all dangers could be blocked by him.
In the evening, the afterglow of the setting sun dyed the sky red. Huo Yan appeared downstairs of the studio on time, waiting for Qiao Qin to get off work.
Huo Yan appeared downstairs of the studio on time and stood there quietly, his eyes full of anticipation. When he saw Qiao Qin, a gentle smile immediately appeared on his face. He walked up quickly and gently took the bag from Qiao Qin's hand, his movements gentle and natural.
Then, he helped Qiao Qin into the car, his hand tightly holding Qiao Qin's arm, conveying endless care and warmth.
"This doesn't seem to be the way home." Qiao Qin frowned slightly, with a hint of doubt in her eyes.
Huo Yan looked at Qiao Qin tenderly, with the corners of his mouth slightly raised, revealing a doting smile.
"You've been in a bad mood lately, so I want to take you out for a walk, just the two of us tonight." His voice was low and magnetic, like beautiful music, echoing in Qiao Qin's ears.
The car drove slowly and finally stopped in front of a restaurant. This restaurant is located in a prosperous area of the city, and its appearance is low-key and luxurious.
Its architectural style is unique, combining modern and classical elements. The huge glass curtain wall gleams golden light in the afterglow of the setting sun, like a dazzling palace.
There are two tall green plants placed at the entrance of the restaurant. The green leaves sway gently in the breeze, adding vitality and vigor to the entire restaurant.
When you enter the restaurant, the first thing that catches your eye is a huge crystal chandelier. The bright light shines on the marble floor, reflecting brilliant colors, making you feel as if you are in a dreamlike world.
There are exquisite oil paintings hanging on the walls of the restaurant, the tables and chairs are neatly arranged, and each table is placed with exquisite tableware and flowers. Soft music flows in the air like the gurgling of water, which greatly relaxes people's minds.
The atmosphere of the entire restaurant is warm and romantic, making people feel as if they are in a fairy-tale world.
Huo Yan looked at Qiao Qin with gentle and affectionate eyes that seemed to be able to melt everything. The corners of his mouth slightly raised, revealing a charming smile.
"Qin'er, I'm sorry to have worried you during this period. I want to tell you that no matter what happens, I will never leave you and the baby. Our family is what I cherish most."
Qiao Qin's heart was filled with emotion. She looked at Huo Yan with tears in her eyes and said in a gentle but firm voice: "Yan, I love you too. We will definitely be happy forever."
however.
At this moment, the door of the restaurant was suddenly pushed open, and Yan Xuexue walked in with anger and jealousy on her face and hostility in her eyes. Her figure was particularly dazzling under the light. She stared at Huo Yan and Qiao Qin as if she wanted to devour them.
"Brother Huo, how can you be with this woman? Have you forgotten our engagement?"
Yan Xuexue's voice was sharp and piercing, stabbing at Qiao Qin and Huo Yan like a sword.
Qiao Qin's heart suddenly tightened. She looked at Yan Xuexue's angry expression and a complex emotion surged in her heart.
She stared at Yan Xuexue closely, her eyes full of vigilance. Then, a sense of uneasiness quickly spread.
She was worried that Yan Xuexue's appearance would once again cause conflicts and contradictions, and would destroy the happiness that she and Huo Yan had worked so hard to establish.
Huo Yan frowned, a trace of disgust flashed in his eyes, and he narrowed his eyes slightly, looking at Yan Xuexue with a sharp gaze, and said in a deep voice: "Yan Xuexue, I have already told you that you and I have nothing to do with each other. I love Qiao Qin, so don't bother me anymore."
Yan Xuexue's face turned pale. She couldn't believe that Huo Yan would be so heartless. She said in a trembling voice: "Brother Huo, how could you do this to me? We have been engaged since we were young. Have you forgotten the promise you made to me when we were young? You said you would always protect me and marry me."
Huo Yan raised his chin slightly and snorted coldly. His voice was like ice breaking, with a hint of disdain and determination. "How can you take what I said when I was a child seriously? And I don't remember it anymore. I love Qiao Qin now, and I will only be with her."
As soon as he finished speaking, a determined light flashed in his eyes, like a sharp sword, piercing straight at Yan Xuexue.
Huo Yan held Qiao Qin's hand tightly, with such force that it seemed to announce his determination to the whole world.
A trace of despair flashed across Yan Xuexue's eyes for a moment. She stared blankly at Huo Yan and Qiao Qin's tightly clasped hands. The pain in her heart was like a thousand arrows piercing her heart, and jealousy burned her heart like a raging fire.
Her face instantly turned red, her eyes burned with anger, and her trembling voice was filled with tears: "Brother Huo, are you really so heartless?"
Her body was trembling slightly, like a leaf in a storm. Her hands were clenched into fists, her nails digging deep into her palms, but she didn't feel any pain.
"The marriage between our two families was made by our grandfathers themselves. This is a family promise and you cannot break it."
Yan Xuexue's voice rose several decibels, with a strong sense of unwillingness, her lips trembling slightly, as if she wanted to say something but didn't know where to start.
Huo Yan was not shaken at all, and said firmly, "That is the business of the older generation, and has nothing to do with me. I am an independent person and have the right to choose my own love and life."
"Huo Yan! How could you do this to me?" Yan Xuexue could no longer control her emotions and shouted loudly. Her voice echoed in the restaurant and attracted the attention of the guests around.
Yan Xuexue's eyes were red, tears welled up in her eyes, but she stubbornly refused to let them fall. She accused Qiao Qin, her fingers trembling slightly, "I have been waiting for you for so many years. I have given up so much for you, but you want to abandon me for this woman?"
Qiao Qin frowned slightly and wanted to say something, but Huo Yan held her hand tightly.
Huo Yan looked at Yan Xuexue coldly and said, "I have never asked you to do anything for me. This is all your wishful thinking. The only person I love is Qiao Qin, and that has never changed from the beginning to the end."
Yan Xuexue's body shook violently, as if Huo Yan's words had hit her vital point.
Her eyes were filled with pain and despair. She couldn't believe that all her years of waiting and hard work had resulted in such a result.
"Well, what a one-sided wish." Yan Xuexue's voice was full of bitterness, and then she gritted her teeth and said, "Huo Yan, you will regret it."
After saying this, Yan Xuexue turned and left. Her back looked particularly disheveled under the light.
Qiao Qin's eyelids twitched, and Yan Xuexue's words kept echoing in her mind. She snuggled up to Huo Yan, feeling his warmth and strength, trying to get more sense of security from him.
"Yan, will she do something excessive?" Qiao Qin's voice trembled a little, and her heart was filled with anxiety.
Huo Yan gently patted Qiao Qin's hand, his eyes full of determination and confidence, and comforted her: "Don't worry, I will protect you and the baby, she won't dare to do anything."