The True Heiress And The Fake Heiress Ended Up Together - Chapter 32

“What do you think of this?”

“It’s pretty! Does Big Sister like it?!”

“Hmm… it’s just average.”

After several rounds like this, Jian Ying’an was getting a little addicted.

Qin Mianmian, at her young age, already deeply understood the difficulty of appeasing women. By the time they finished browsing the third floor, Qin Mianmian was exhausted.

She couldn’t understand why Big Sister kept saying everything was just average. Wasn’t there anything she liked?

How was she supposed to buy a birthday present then!

Qin Mianmian plopped down in the rest area and refused to move. The ambition she’d had earlier to browse the entire mall was forgotten; all she wanted now was to rest for a bit.

The smile on Jian Ying’an’s face deepened.

She was in a good mood. She left Mianmian in the rest area to relax, while she, full of energy, continued walking toward the shops. She didn’t have anything specific she wanted to buy; she just planned to keep teasing Mianmian.

Soon, she spotted a white canvas bag.

Jian Ying’an thought, Maybe I’ll just tease her one last time, and then I’ll buy this one.

She took the canvas bag off the shelf.

Actually, Jian Ying’an still hadn’t figured out why Qin Mianmian was planning to give her a gift.

Qin Mianmian had given her too many things. The girl could find various small trinkets almost every day and present them to her like a treasure.

Gradually, her room was filled with all sorts of things.

Jian Ying’an had grown somewhat accustomed to it.

Just as Jian Ying’an always indulged Qin Mianmian, letting Qin Mianmian know that someone loved her without reservation, which made her more and more playful and quirky.

Qin Mianmian began to try all sorts of things.

Instead of staying at the Qin house and following Mrs. Qin’s arrangements, she started to discover what she liked.

The rest area was near the store entrance, and the clerk agreed to let Jian Ying’an take the canvas bag out to show someone.

Jian Ying’an left the shop.

She saw a woman in her twenties talking to Qin Mianmian.

The woman was good-looking. It seemed she had made a rare effort to come out on her day off, meticulously styled down to her hair.

She was smiling and chatting with Mianmian. Qin Mianmian was a bit wary at first, but after the woman said something, Qin Mianmian suddenly became excited, gesturing wildly as she spoke.

Qin Mianmian was sharing enthusiastically.

Jian Ying’an had seen this too many times. Almost immediately, she thought of that phrase.

“Big Sister is very amazing.”

Jian Ying’an walked over, holding the canvas bag. Sure enough, she heard Qin Mianmian say, “That’s right, Big Sister knows everything!”

Jian Ying’an couldn’t help but laugh aloud.

She really didn’t know why Mianmian trusted her so much; she felt honored.

Jian Ying’an put down the canvas bag. She asked, “May I ask who you are?”

The woman knew Qin Mianmian and also knew that Qin Mianmian was fond of Jian Ying’an.

She definitely wasn’t an ordinary person, but she didn’t seem to have any ill intent. Jian Ying’an asked politely, not immediately calling security.

The woman was clearly even happier to see Jian Ying’an. She had a feeling of delight, like she had picked up two treasures just by stepping out: “Hello, my name is Qi Yun, and I’m your fan!”

Jian Ying’an: “…”

A fan?

Oh, Little Cubs, Charge! would have broadcast its third episode by now.

That was the episode where Jian Ying’an and Qin Mianmian left.

Jian Ying’an’s expression was a bit subtle. She didn’t have to wait until she grew up to feel embarrassed; she felt embarrassed now.

The woman was actually around her physical age.

Being viewed as a “little cub” by the woman made Jian Ying’an extremely uncomfortable. She gave a stiff nod.

“Hello.”

Qi Yun hadn’t expected to run into Qin Mianmian and Jian Ying’an at the mall.

Qin Mianmian was as cute as she was on TV.

Jian Ying’an… seemed more mature than she appeared on TV. It was as if she had deliberately tried to act like a six-year-old during the recording, but seeing her in person, her cool temperament and the air she unintentionally gave off made people sense her experience.

Qi Yun involuntarily let out an exclamation of admiration but didn’t overthink it.

Jian Ying’an clearly looked like a six-year-old child; she was just sensible and mature. There was no such absurd thing as a child’s body with an adult’s soul in the world.

Qi Yun continued, “I followed every episode of your show. I was so sad when this episode aired and you two left.”

The production team had hinted that the trio did not plan to continue filming, and Qi Yun was very disappointed.

She subconsciously remembered Jian Ying’an mentioning her identity issue.

After the first episode ended, a slightly makeshift fan club was formed, and everyone wanted to help Jian Ying’an.

However, they couldn’t find any information about her. Even the Qin and Shen families were only known to be very powerful, and they couldn’t find any more specific news.

Gradually, people stopped discussing the issue.

But it remained a regret in their hearts.

A regret that they couldn’t help Jian Ying’an.

Now that the person herself was right in front of her, this was the best chance for Qi Yun to ask.

She didn’t.

Qin Mianmian and Jian Ying’an looked very happy together, and that was enough. Why bother disturbing the two children?

Qi Yun asked, “Will we be able to see you again later?”

Jian Ying’an: “Perhaps.”

Qi Yun nodded, as if having received a guarantee, and her mood improved significantly.

Not far away, a woman with short hair was looking over. Qi Yun turned and waved at her.

Then she said, “My friend is waiting for me, I have to go.”

Qin Mianmian: “Goodbye, Auntie!”

Qi Yun: “…Goodbye, Mianmian!”

Jian Ying’an merely gave a distant nod.

Qi Yun walked over to the short-haired woman. The short-haired woman seemed a bit jealous. She wrapped her arm around Qi Yun’s waist and led her downstairs.

Qi Yun wanted to look back, but the short-haired woman mumbled a few words and turned Qi Yun’s head away, no longer letting her look at Jian Ying’an.

Jian Ying’an watched them leave.

Then she heard Qin Mianmian say, “Those two Aunties have such a good relationship.”

Ahem.

Jian Ying’an picked up the canvas bag in her hand: “What do you think of this?”

Qin Mianmian had learned her lesson: “It’s pretty!”

Jian Ying’an hinted: “I like it quite a bit.”

Qin Mianmian’s eyes lit up. She immediately jumped up from her seat: “Does Big Sister like it?”

“Yes, I like it.”

“Then should we buy this one?”

“Of course.”

Qin Mianmian happily took the canvas bag and ran off to pay. She stood on her tiptoes to communicate with the salesclerk, pointing at Jian Ying’an with her small hand, and then breaking into a silly smile. She didn’t know what the clerk had praised her for.

Jian Ying’an looked over, feeling comfortable.

For some reason, she thought of Qi Yun and the short-haired woman who took her away.

A genuinely good relationship.

Like.

The Qin house began to get lively.

Jian Ying’an first ruled out the possibility of Shen Jin Yu arriving. That child had taken enough blows on the show and wouldn’t be running over anytime soon.

The servants were busy, merely greeting Jian Ying’an before quickly moving on.

They were doing a deep clean, not missing a single corner.

Jian Ying’an then ruled out the Chinese New Year factor.

That was still months away; preparations for the New Year wouldn’t start this early.

What was the reason then?

Jian Ying’an moved closer to the servants, only to be reminded after being told she was in the way.

Ah, her birthday.

No wonder Qin Mianmian was going to give her a birthday present.

In two days, it would be Qin Mianmian’s seventh birthday. Given the importance the Qin family placed on Qin Mianmian, a birthday banquet was a certainty. It would be just like usual, inviting many guests.

It was also Jian Ying’an’s birthday.

The canvas bag lay quietly in the room. At this moment, its significance in Jian Ying’an’s heart became extraordinary.

If she had known, she wouldn’t have chosen a canvas bag; she would have asked for a birthday present that could be kept for longer, something to collect.

Jian Ying’an returned to the room in a daze.

Damn it, she hadn’t prepared a gift for Qin Mianmian! How could she have forgotten about that!

What did Qin Mianmian like? Jian Ying’an grabbed the canvas bag and hugged it like a pillow. Qin Mianmian lacked nothing; she had everything she could want. So, what did she like?

Jian Ying’an felt like she was getting her just deserts. She remembered the scenes where she teased Qin Mianmian.

The tables have turned. Justice always prevails.

Jian Ying’an heard a series of footsteps in the corridor.

Small leather shoes tapped on the floor, making a da-da-da sound. It was clearly Qin Xing.

Qin Xing had been having a miserable time recently. At only five years old, various private tutors meant he didn’t even have time to cling to Qin Mianmian.

This whole time, Qin Mianmian had been monopolized by Jian Ying’an.

But with Qin Mianmian’s birthday approaching, the private tutors were also given a holiday, and Qin Xing was free again.

Jian Ying’an only listened for a moment before concluding that he must be going to find Qin Mianmian. She didn’t follow to snatch her away but stayed in the room, still contemplating her problem with a troubled mind.

What did Qin Mianmian like?

The day of the birthday arrived.

The Qin house was extraordinarily lively. The main hall, the garden—everywhere was filled with the affluent and notable.

Today was the seventh birthday of the Qin family’s daughter.

Qin Mianmian wore an exquisite little dress and a small crown on her head, its ruby sparkling brilliantly under the lights.

She stood at the center of the crowd, dazzling and eye-catching.

With soft, dark hair and clear, bright eyes, a hint of shy smile played on her lips, making her look like a noble little princess.

The crowd was praising her cuteness and her manners.

All sorts of voices fluttered about. Everyone was congratulating the Qin family’s daughter, wishing her a bright and beautiful future.

Jian Ying’an stood on the second floor, looking down.

She was also wearing a pale purple dress. It wasn’t as elaborate as Qin Mianmian’s, making her look a bit like the evil older sister of the little princess. Her gaze was nonchalant, and she held the gift she had prepared for Qin Mianmian in her hand.

In the center of the crowd, Qin Mianmian looked up and smiled at her.

For a moment, the lights were dazzling.

Jian Ying’an narrowed her eyes, her heart pounding. She pressed her other hand to her chest.

The little princess downstairs looked at her with anticipation. Beneath the layers of people, she reached out her hand to Jian Ying’an, a silent invitation.

Jian Ying’an walked downstairs.

The crowd whispered amongst themselves: “Is that the little girl the Qin family took in?”

“She’s really pretty, a bit like Mrs. Qin.”

“Don’t talk nonsense.”

“I’m just saying, Mrs. Qin is always busy with work, how could she possibly…”

Jian Ying’an stopped. She politely interrupted them: “Excuse me, please let me through.”

The crowd parted, creating a path.

She walked forward, thinking, Good thing I don’t look like Mr. Qin; otherwise, I’d be incredibly unlucky. As for looking like Mrs. Qin, if I do, I do—they wouldn’t believe it anyway.

Jian Ying’an arrived in front of Qin Mianmian.

Her dress today was a bit bulky and exaggerated, but that didn’t stop her from rushing toward Jian Ying’an as she always did. Qin Mianmian wrapped her two slender arms around Jian Ying’an: “Big Sister, Happy Birthday!”

Jian Ying’an patted her head: “Happy Birthday.”

The two exchanged greetings and smiled at each other.

This was the first time they had celebrated their birthdays together.

Mr. and Mrs. Qin walked over arm-in-arm. After dealing with a slew of well-wishers, they were ready to celebrate Qin Mianmian’s birthday.

The first thing they saw was the two little girls hugging, chatting intimately, completely ignoring everyone around them. Their relationship was so close that no one could intrude.

Mr. Qin frowned, but Mrs. Qin tugged his arm.

On this important day, they couldn’t say anything.

Just like the day before, when they had specifically asked the butler to find Jian Ying’an: “You can appear at the birthday banquet, but you need to know who the main character of the banquet is.”