Page 498 of Assistant to My Contracted Husband

Miss Tang Bao smacked her little lips, not grasping the deeper meaning in Gu Mochen’s words in that instant.

But Jian Ran understood all too clearly...

The princess in fairy tales.

That was the most beautiful promise every father wanted to give to his daughter.

Jian Ran’s thoughts inexplicably wandered to Jian Anguo, her beautiful eyes becoming slightly moist, letting the sea breeze dry the wetness at the corners of her eyes.

Gu Mochen reached out his large hand to circle Jian Ran’s slender waist, speaking softly,

"I haven’t spent much time in Rome, and though I’m also dealing in real estate, I don’t usually make it a habit to settle on land. When I come here, I generally stay here. Do you like it?"

Jian Ran: "..."

Gu Mochen was a man absolutely free of lowly tastes.

Anyone would say that the Gu Family’s wealth was boundless, a source of pure bliss...

But the man had his own understanding of life’s refinement.

Jian Ran’s lips curved into a faint smile, nodding her head.

"I like it."

This place was as wondrous as a fairy-tale world, surrounded by lush greenery, with azure seas and skies, including the mysterious white castle.

It was a woman’s fantasy.

At the end of the day, Jian Ran was also a little woman.

Gu Mochen’s lips curved slightly, taking the initiative to lead Jian Ran toward the castle.

...

Inside the castle, because Gu Mochen seldom came back, not many servants were arranged to take care of it – only a butler, and another ten servants responsible for the daily maintenance of the castle, including the protection of the entire island.

The servants, knowing that Gu Mochen was returning today with Jian Ran and Tang Bao, set aside their tasks to welcome them.

Their greeting was done with utmost respect....

Jian Ran watched everyone’s well-trained demeanor, her eyes darkening slightly.

Gu Mochen was a man of clear principles.

This was evident not only in the Gu Family’s operational management but also in the castle’s servants...

Each one was well-trained.

Gu Mochen, after all, never kept idle people around.

"Mr. Gu, Mrs. Gu, Miss Tang Bao, hello."

The crowd bowed neatly, their fluent English pleasing to the ear, uniform and consistent.

Jian Ran took the initiative to teach Tang Bao an English phrase to welcome everyone.

"Thank you, everyone..."

Tang Bao’s milky voice was like that of a nightingale, exceedingly charming.

Everyone was extremely fond of Tang Bao.

Such a lovable little one indeed had a radiant smile.

Gu Mochen’s lips pressed together slightly, taking the initiative to place Tang Bao on the carpet, speaking gently,

"Hmm, go have a look inside... see if you like it. Daddy has prepared a room for Tang Bao, let’s see if you can find it."

"Yay..."

Tang Bao, as if discovering a new continent, was thrilled, heading straight for the living room.

Watching the little girl run off happily, Jian Ran couldn’t help but speak up, "Be careful."

"Received, Mommy."

...

Jian Ran watched as Tang Bao grew increasingly cheerful and felt very content inside.

Over the years, Gu Mochen’s presence seemed to fill the missing piece in the little girl’s heart.

For Jian Ran as well...

It was fulfilling.

After becoming a mother, her child truly became her lifeline.

Especially in Tang Bao, Jian Ran also placed the reliance once shared between just the two of them.

...

"Don’t worry, the servants will follow her, nothing will happen."

"Mhm."

Jian Ran met Gu Mochen’s deep and exquisite dark eyes, only then realizing that the man was gazing at her, his expression profoundly deep.