The Yandere Queen's Manual for Training Her Wife - Chapter 38

When Xia Huaying sent Xia Mingtang to meet Qin Yan, she originally carried a few probing intentions.

This Miss Qin, who had lived abroad for many years, had only returned to Rongcheng for a few days, yet already controlled the majority of Rongcheng’s emerging industries. That clearly showed that her ability and methods were anything but ordinary—several times stronger than Ji Xianglan.

When she came to visit the Xia family yesterday, she brought plenty of sincerity.

It could be seen that she truly seemed to like her useless granddaughter.

Now nearing her seventies, Xia Huaying’s biggest worry was that, after her death, the vast Xia family business would fall into Xia Mingtang’s hands—like a child carrying gold in the streets, an easy target.

Without a strong and reliable support, she feared the estate would quickly be devoured by the pack of financial wolves eyeing them, not even leaving scraps of bone.

Ji Xianglan was a capable young man, and the Ji family’s foundation was sufficiently deep.

But the Ji family’s eagerness for this marriage—was it really for Xia Mingtang as a person, or was it for the Xia family behind her? Everyone knew the answer in their hearts.

Previously, Ji Xianglan had already been the best choice Xia Huaying could find for her granddaughter.

Now, a better option had fallen from the heavens. She was delighted, but also found it somewhat unreal.

This time, when she sent Xia Mingtang to meet Qin Yan, she hadn’t expected them to come to any real agreement right away.

After all, no one knew her granddaughter’s temperament better than she did.

But she had left alone in the morning, and by the afternoon returned hand-in-hand with Qin Yan, saying they wished to hold the wedding as soon as possible.

The development was far too smooth—at first, Xia Huaying suspected the two were trying to fool her.

Her granddaughter could certainly be reckless enough to play games even with marriage, but that didn’t seem like something Qin Yan would do.

Though it was only their second meeting, Xia Huaying caught the scent of a kindred spirit in Qin Yan.

Qin Yan, at this moment, was just like herself in her youth: resolute, decisive, and once she set her sights on something, she would stop at nothing to obtain it.

The way she looked at Mingtang was always filled with deep affection and desire. Such a person was actually somewhat extreme, and might make her carefree granddaughter suffer some hardships.

But if that was the case, it would put her mind at ease.

At this moment, Xia Mingtang was clinging to her grandmother’s hand, whining endlessly.
“Grandma, I want the wedding tomorrow, please?”

“Nonsense! A wedding requires countless preparations, how could it be so rushed?” Xia Huaying pulled her hand back. Though her words scolded, her tone was gentle.

“Then what’s the soonest we can have it?” Xia Mingtang was growing anxious just thinking of the mess waiting for her at the company.

Seeing her granddaughter looking so desperate to marry, Xia Huaying glanced at Qin Yan, her voice tinged with helplessness.
“Qin Miss is right here, aren’t you afraid of making her laugh at you?”

“Not at all, Grandma. To marry Mingtang, I too am most eager,” Qin Yan replied. Just earlier at the Ji family she had been arrogant and disdainful of all, but now before Xia Huaying, she appeared refined and courteous.

This gratified Xia Huaying greatly. She slipped a jade bangle of pure green Hetian jade off her wrist and put it onto Qin Yan’s.

“Seeing you two so devoted, I am reassured. This was part of my dowry when I wed, originally a pair. I’ll give Mingtang her matching one later.

“As for the wedding, I have already ordered preparations to begin, but Rongcheng has so many families—just sending the invitations will take time.

“For now, you two should spend more time together, and when the auspicious day arrives, we’ll hold the wedding. Oh yes, wait here a moment.”

Xia Huaying left for the study next door, and soon returned with a document folder, which she handed to Qin Yan.

“This is a fund I established in Mingtang’s name. Originally I intended to give it to her on her wedding day, but I may as well entrust it to you today.”

At the word “fund,” Xia Mingtang’s eyes lit up.
“Grandma, since it’s in my name, why not give it directly to me?”

“If I give it to you, will it survive until next year?”

Xia Huaying then looked at Qin Yan, her words carrying deeper meaning.
“From now on, it will trouble you—Mingtang’s pocket money will all be inside.”

Qin Yan solemnly accepted the folder and promised,
“Grandma, rest assured. I will never let Mingtang suffer.”

After leaving the Xia residence, the two walked hand-in-hand. From the study to the main gate, Mingtang’s eyes darted toward the document folder more than ten times.

Once they sat inside the Rolls-Royce Phantom, she finally stopped pretending. She reached out immediately.
“Grandma’s not watching anymore—quick, quick, let me see how much money I’ve got!”

Qin Yan smoothly shifted aside, dodging the little fox’s pale paw, and tucked the folder into the storage box beside the driver’s seat. Her smile was warm and gentle.
“Grandma asked me to manage it.”

“But Grandma gave it to me!” Mingtang was displeased. For once, her grandmother had been generous, and now she didn’t even know the amount before it was in someone else’s hands.

Qin Yan pressed the little fox—who was trying to climb over her—to sit properly again, fastening her seatbelt.
“Is Mingtang in such a rush for money because of that little advertising company of yours?”

“You know and still ask?” Mingtang pouted so hard she could hang an oil pot from her lips. Little advertising company? That was her career! Couldn’t she show some respect?

Qin Yan leaned over and kissed that pout, gently stroking her soft hair to soothe her.
“Don’t worry. The investors you approached won’t trouble you for now. As for your company’s liquidity—open your corporate account and take a look.”

At that, Mingtang forgot all about being kissed. She quickly opened her banking app, and upon seeing the balance suddenly inflated with several extra zeroes, her face instantly brightened.

Since all her allowance was now in Qin Yan’s hands anyway, she accepted this sum without the slightest guilt.

But wait—if the company’s crisis was already solved, then about the wedding…

Qin Yan, as if reading her thoughts, kindly reminded her,
“Those investors only agreed not to bother you for the next half month—‘temporarily.’”

“I know, I know,” Mingtang flopped back in her seat like a salted fish, annoyed at being seen through so easily. “So where are we going now?”

“To choose engagement rings.”

Qin Yan parked outside Hengxing Jewelry.

The shop wasn’t in a busy commercial district but beside a private clubhouse.

Like the clubhouse, entry was members-only.

Thus, although it was a weekend, the store was nearly empty of customers.

But that didn’t mean the business was poor. On the contrary—any single transaction here equaled months of turnover at an ordinary jewelry store.

Of course, Mingtang recognized this shop. She leaned toward Qin Yan’s ear and muttered,
“We’ll only wear them for the wedding, isn’t it wasteful to spend so much?”

Why not just hand her the cash directly?

“It’s necessary.”

Without allowing debate, Qin Yan led her inside.

Damn, this one spends even more recklessly than I do!

With barely four digits left in her personal account, the eldest Miss Xia seethed inwardly.

Though Qin Yan was a new face in Rongcheng, the staff recognized Xia Mingtang.

Just as one clerk was about to greet her, Qin Yan produced a gold membership card.
“Is Merry in? We’d like to commission wedding rings.”

The staff, even those with several years’ experience here, were stunned. Since when had Rongcheng produced such a heavyweight? Even Xia Mingtang herself only possessed a black card.

The manager, more worldly than the others, recovered first.
“Merry is close by—I’ll invite her here immediately. Would you two care to browse in the meantime?”

Inside the display cases were treasures sourced from all over the world. Even the most modest had won awards at national design competitions.

But customers here rarely bought finished pieces. Most items served mainly for display and prestige.

The true reason this boutique held its status as Rongcheng’s most exclusive jeweler was not just its supply of rare gems but the presence of its world-renowned resident designer—Merry.

Even among great families, owning a custom piece from Hengxing was considered an honor.

But Mingtang wasn’t interested in such overpriced baubles. Though she did like jewelry, the ridiculous premiums here put her off. For the same money, she’d rather buy several luxury cars to rotate driving—at least that offered new experiences.

That was why the VIP black card her grandmother had given her on her coming-of-age had hardly been used all these years.

For once, the extravagant Miss Xia was feeling frugal. She pointed to the smallest ring in the case, a delicate blue diamond.
“I think this design looks pretty unique—let’s take it out.”

The clerk obliged, flattering,
“Excellent eye, Miss Xia. This piece, the Heart of the Ocean, is Merry’s latest creation, crafted from the rare Apollo Blue Diamond with nanotechnology. There is only one in the world. It symbolizes eternal, undying love, and is our store’s treasure. Though the size is small—ah, it fits you perfectly.”

Miss Xia, who had casually pointed at the store’s greatest treasure: …

Wait, your ‘treasure of the store’ looks this low-key?

She tried to remove the ring, but it was a bit stuck.

Qin Yan’s gaze lingered on her slender fingers. The pale blue diamond set off their whiteness and delicacy, like a work of art.

Her hands, so small and fair, weren’t suited for gaudy jewels—but this was just right.

“Do you like it?” Qin Yan asked, holding her hand carefully to examine.

Mingtang didn’t dare say she liked it, nor that she didn’t.
“Let’s wait until Merry arrives.”

Merry, who had been enjoying afternoon tea nearby, quickly came when the call reached her.

As soon as she entered, she saw the Heart of the Ocean on Mingtang’s hand, and rushed forward, her voice thrilled.
“Oh my god! I can’t believe the Heart of the Ocean has found its muse so soon. These hands, these fingers—perfect! Absolutely perfect! Miss Xia, if you are willing to buy it, I will sell it to you at cost. A jewel meeting its muse is like Bo Ya meeting Zi Qi.”

Mingtang stared at Merry, who was holding her hand and rhapsodizing. This designer… isn’t she wasted here? She should be in sales.

Qin Yan immediately pulled Mingtang against her, subtly separating her from Merry.
“No need for discounts—the original price is fine. Please design me another ring to match as our wedding set.”

Mingtang: !

Hey! I never said I was buying this one!

Only then did Merry notice Qin Yan. Unlike the staff, she already knew this supreme VIP from their encounters in Country M, and thus had some understanding of her.

Her gaze fell on Qin Yan’s hand at Mingtang’s waist, noting their intimate posture.

The possessiveness radiating from Miss Qin was so strong that even Merry, standing a meter away, felt its impact. Yet Miss Xia at her side seemed utterly oblivious.

Sigh… looks like Rongcheng will be in for some big news again soon.

Though she was curious, Merry maintained her professionalism.
“Of course. What color does Miss Qin prefer?”

…

Mingtang watched Merry and Qin Yan discuss with great enthusiasm. In half an hour, they had finalized the design for the custom wedding rings.

Knowing it was useless to interfere now, she could only sigh inwardly.

Fine, fine—buy them. It’s not my money anyway.

… Wait, no—my allowance is in Qin Yan’s hands. That means it IS my money!

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