My Dragon Baby and Billionaire Husband

Chapter 473: Ye Jingzhe: I’ve Got Your Back from Now On! 2

Si Mingjing imagined a five-year-old child solemnly declaring that he would look after her in the future. She couldn’t help but smile and grip the box of pastries tighter. "Jingzhe is such a lovable child," she said. "Madam, I feel a strong connection with him. He and my son Xiaobai are both exceptionally warm-hearted children. Has his mother not been found yet? Do you need any help looking for her? The more people we have, the stronger we are."

Si Mingjing could sense that Ye Jingzhe desperately wanted a mother. Mo Yinhe had also told her that he originally wanted to buy a necklace from the child, but the child said he wanted to keep the necklace to give to his mother. If they could find his mother, the child would surely be so happy, wouldn’t he?

When this topic was raised, Old Madam Hua sighed deeply. "How could I not want to find her? But unfortunately, there’s not a single trace to follow. I only know that the girl’s surname is Ye."

Actually, Old Madam Hua wasn’t sure if the girl really bore the surname Ye; she had merely deduced the mother’s surname from Ye Jingzhe’s name. On the Mu Continent, children usually took their mother’s surname.

Si Mingjing asked, "Isn’t there any clue at all?"

Old Madam Hua shook her head. She only remembered that her son had brought back an egg at that time, saying he was going to retreat to hatch it. How could Old Madam Hua have known that her son was seriously injured then?If she had known her son was gravely injured, she would never have allowed him to ignore his wounds and insist on retreating to hatch the egg.

To ensure Jingzhe hatched as soon as possible, her son incubated the egg for a full three months. By the time Jingzhe hatched, his injuries were beyond cure. After naming the child, he passed away.

At this thought, Old Madam Hua couldn’t help but shed tears.

Si Mingjing, not wishing to touch upon Old Madam Hua’s sorrows further, did not continue the topic. She sat with the two elderly ladies for half an hour until Old Madam Hua took her leave. Si Mingjing then returned to her courtyard, calling Fengjue and Song Yuan to discuss their strategy for the charity fundraiser.

「A few days later.」

Si Mingjing, dressed elegantly and alluringly in a blue one-shoulder long dress with matching necklace and accessories, accompanied Old Lady Bai and Bai Chuanfeng on a submersible to the Dragon King Temple’s sacrificial platform.

If no sacrificial activities were being held, the platform served as the prime location for the Mu Continent’s upper echelons to host large-scale events, especially charity fundraisers that benefited the people. It was fashionable for the top circles to hold events before the sacrificial platform, with the towering Saintess Statue overlooking their activities, witnessing their good deeds, so that she might bless them.

Bai Chuanfeng, with a graceful smile, kept holding Si Mingjing’s hand, idly chatting and introducing her to the families and statuses of those attending the fundraiser. One couldn’t tell that she harbored any dissatisfaction with her daughter, nor discern any murderous intent.

They were both consummate actresses. Si Mingjing’s smile was radiant, and nothing about her appearance revealed any wariness.

"Auntie Bai," Hua Jinse, the host, greeted them. Dressed in a bright yellow long dress and high heels, she led them to their seats. Each seat had a nameplate, and they sat accordingly.

Si Mingjing found herself seated next to an unsmiling, ice-cold young tycoon.

Ye Jingzhe coolly lifted his head to look at Si Mingjing. He was actually wearing the cute rabbit sweatshirt she had bought him, staring directly at her as if seeking approval and compliments, yet he maintained a cool expression.

Si Mingjing was taken aback for a moment, then unexpectedly burst into laughter. She generously showered him with praise, "Jingzhe, Auntie has excellent taste, doesn’t she? This outfit makes you incredibly cute! I was even worried you wouldn’t like it."

Ye Jingzhe pursed his small lips.

Hua Jinse, standing nearby, remarked, "Miss Si, you do have a great eye. This child usually dresses like a cultivator. But seeing him in this today, even my mother is pleased. He’s young; these kinds of children’s clothes actually suit him better."

Ye Jingzhe’s little face, proud yet reserved, flushed slightly with embarrassment. He thought the clothes suited Gu Shurong, not him. Still, since it was a gift from Auntie Si, he felt he should at least wear them for her.

On the front of the bunny hoodie were two hanging airbags. He gave one a complaining squeeze, and the bunny ear on that side of the hat immediately stood up.

Si Mingjing paused, then laughed even more heartily.

Seeing Si Mingjing laugh so openly, Ye Jingzhe suddenly felt quite pleased. He squeezed the other airbag, and the other bunny ear shot up as well. He continued alternating hands, making Si Mingjing laugh nonstop.

As long as it makes Auntie Si happy, His Highness doesn’t mind sacrificing a bit, Ye Jingzhe thought arrogantly. After all, there’s no shame for a little man to make a woman smile!

"OMG! Is that really Ye Jingzhe?" Lu Jinyi exclaimed as he entered the charity fundraiser. He had been looking for his younger sister, Si Mingjing, when he spotted Ye Jingzhe playing with the bunny ears, leaving him utterly astonished. "How did he suddenly change his style today and become so adorable and cute?"

Seeing Lu Jinyi’s confident and dashing approach, Hua Jinse’s expression immediately soured. She snorted, "Why are you here? I didn’t send you an invitation!"

"That can’t stop my charitable spirit from wanting to contribute a little to the fundraiser," Lu Jinyi replied. Like a magician, he produced a red rose from behind his back and offered it to Hua Jinse.

In the Undersea World, roses were a rare delight, and Hua Jinse was very fond of fresh flowers, so Lu Jinyi was catering to her tastes. Seeing the red rose, Hua Jinse had someone arrange a seat for him.

Afterward, more and more people arrived. The square beside the sacrificial platform filled with submersibles of various brands.

Si Mingjing also spotted Gu Changbin, Sheng Liuyun, and Yun Yin arriving together.

The last to arrive was the most distinguished man on the Mu Continent—Si Lisao.

As soon as Si Lisao appeared, everyone rose from their seats. They only sat down again after he took his place at the main table and gestured for them to do so.

At that moment, the charity fundraiser began.

The opening act was the Mu Continent’s well-known Dragon Dance. During the performance, servers continuously brought out refreshments. The guests ate, chatted, and watched, the hall filled with distinguished visitors, creating an exceptionally lively atmosphere. Although it was just a charity fundraiser, it was no less lavish than a grand banquet.

After the opening dance, the performer didn’t leave the stage immediately. Instead, she walked gracefully over to Si Mingjing, bowed, and said, "Miss Si, you choreographed this dance; it’s your signature piece. I’ve studied it for a long time but have only grasped the basics. Could you offer an assessment?"

Si Mingjing, holding a wine glass, swirled it leisurely. "Quite good," she replied.

The dancer didn’t retreat. Instead, she looked up at the towering Saintess Statue and said, "But compared to you, there must still be a significant gap, right? You are the only Dragon Girl of the Mu Continent, renowned worldwide for the Dragon Dance. You must be the reincarnation of the Saintess, mustn’t you?"