Chapter 338

She is one of the current power holders of M Country, the elder sister of Qing An—Ruo Ya·Mohenghe.

As the eldest princess of the M Country royal family, she is not merely a nominal royal member; she jointly holds state power with her brother Qing Wei and is the core decision-maker wielding real authority.

In international politics and aristocratic circles she possesses an authority that none dare slight, a figure even the Y Country king must respect.

Today Ruo Ya's willingness to personally wait in the side hall is already the highest courtesy the M Country royal family can offer.

Ruo Ya didn't wait for anyone's reply, she stepped forward first and walked toward the central little girl in a snowy white cotton jacket, lively and charming.

"Little Mingxi," she said, her voice clear and smooth without losing dignity, "you've flown all this way, you've worked hard."

Ruo Ya really likes the name Mingxi, which carries the meaning of bright and splendid.

Since Mu Youyu was made a princess by Y Country, she has always called her Mingxi.

Mu Youyu turned sideways to look at her childhood companion beside her, "Elder sister Ruo Ya, this is A Jin, I mentioned him to you before."

Jiang Liangjin pondered for a few seconds, then said, "Greetings, Elder sister Ruo Ya."

Ruo Ya had seen him before, at the multinational video conference a few months prior, where he was the sole heir of the Jiang Consortium.

Moreover, Mu Youyu often mentioned him, so her impression of him was naturally deep; she politely said, "Young Master Jiang."

Among the brothers, Mu Youyu also introduced Song Lujing to her.

Mu Xianqi stepped forward at the right moment, the corner of his mouth curling into a faint smile, "Ruo Ya, long time no see."

They are true bosom friends.

At eighteen, Mu Xianqi ventured alone into M Country, building a business empire from scratch; Ruo Ya was the first to publicly stand in his support, acting as his shield.

And when Ruo Ya first took charge of domestic affairs, Mu Xianqi likewise deployed his influence spread across M Country to clear obstacles for her.

Between them there are no binding interests, only the trust forged in their youth that transcends identity and borders.

In M Country, the young people who can let Ruo Ya set aside her royal pretensions and treat her as an equal can be counted on one hand; Mu Xianqi is one of the most special among them.

Few dare to call Ruo Ya by her given name, and he is one of them.

The surrounding attendants, seeing this, lowered their heads even further.

Everyone knows Mu Xianqi is the princess's most valued friend, a noble ennobled by the M Country royal family herself, holding the lifelines of energy and technology.

Even members of the royal lineage yield to him somewhat.

"You've finally come back to the country." Ruo Ya looked at him, her tone relaxed, "I thought you'd stay in Z Country keeping company with your precious little sister."

Mu Xianqi gave a light laugh, "My little sister is coming, so I naturally came along."

Mu Xin stepped forward, "Sorry to have kept the princess waiting, we've troubled you."

He and Ruo Ya have known each other for many years; both rose to prominence in their youth, and they have many intersections in politics and business.

Moreover, because of Qing An, they have long been trusted confidants.

"What trouble?" Ruo Ya gave a light laugh, her gaze returning to Mu Youyu, full of indulgence, "Our Mingxi wants to come to M Country to play in the snow; we're more than happy to have her."

"Palaces, forests, ski resorts… everything has been cleared and prepared for you; you can play however you wish."

As she spoke, Ruo Ya seemed to recall that her brother was still asleep, and she shook Qing An's arm.

The moment he opened his eyes, his gaze locked precisely onto Mu Youyu in the center of the crowd, and he instantly woke up.

"Youbao!"

Qing An nearly sprang up from the sofa at once, took a few steps to her front, and reached out to ruffle her hair.

Mu Youyu called out sweetly, "Elder brother Qing An."

"You've finally come!" Qing An's tone could not hide his excitement, "I knew yesterday you were coming, and I was so excited I couldn't sleep!"

Seeing him like this, the surrounding attendants were stunned.

Is this still their M Country's violent little prince?

At this moment, Qing An's eyes hold only his sister before him; he has no room to worry about his image.

Mu Youyu tilted her head back and smiled, "Elder brother Qing An, thank you for your trouble."

"Not at all!" Qing An immediately shook his head, turned and ordered the attendants, "Quickly bring over all the gifts I prepared for Youbao!"

The attendants bowed and withdrew, daring not to delay even a moment.

Ruo Ya looked at her brother's hopeless state, shook her head helplessly, but without any blame.

This good brother of hers once nearly emptied the M Country royal treasury.

Just then, a figure dressed in black court attire walked in.

His face bore a fifty percent resemblance to Qing An's, but appeared even more stern.

He was none other than the M Country prince, Qing Wei·Mohenghe, the same age as Ruo Ya.

He is steady in temperament, meticulous in thought, complementing Ruo Ya, and together they uphold the realm of M Country.

In terms of authority and means, he surpasses Ruo Ya without falling short, serving as the linchpin of the entire M Country royal family.

He rarely takes part in the juniors' games on ordinary days, but today he deliberately stayed in the palace, showing how much he values Mu Youyu.

His gaze swept over the whole scene; when it fell on Mu Youyu, his stern brows and eyes instantly softened, and he spoke gently, "Mingxi."

"Elder brother Qing Wei!" Mu Youyu greeted him obediently, without a hint of timidity.

She and Qing Wei have met few times since childhood, but they often run into each other during video calls with Qing An, so they are no longer strangers.

"Why aren't you wearing more? It's cold here." Qing Wei said with concern.

Jiang Liangjin also looked at her.

Mu Youyu replied softly, "I'll change clothes tomorrow."

Qing Wei gave a slight nod, then greeted Mu Xin, Mu Xianqi, Mu Xi, and Song Yusui in turn.

His gaze finally came to rest on Jiang Liangjin.

He recognized this youth.

The sole heir of the Z Country Jiang Consortium, he will eventually take charge of the Shen family, and he is a childhood sweetheart of Mu Youyu.

Jiang Liangjin was neither humble nor arrogant, "I am Jiang Liangjin."

Many brothers averted their faces.

Qing Wei's thin lips curled slightly, "Who doesn't know you?"

Jiang Liangjin smiled, "Qing Wei brother has heard of me; it's my honor."

Qing Wei's favor toward this person increased a bit more.

The room was full of powerful and influential figures, but since basically everyone knew each other, the atmosphere became relaxed.

Ruo Ya glanced at the time and softly arranged, "You've had a tough journey; first take everyone to their rooms to put down their things, rest a bit, dinner is already prepared."

Mu Youyu tilted her head slightly, looking at Jiang Liangjin beside her, "A Jin, will you be staying here?"

Jiang Liangjin glanced at the other brothers.

It was not hard to see that, among the entourage, the three princes of M Guo, aside from Song Lujing, all knew each other.

He said, "Sure."

The attendant stepped forward immediately, respectfully guiding the way.

Mu Xi, Mu Xin, Mu Xianqi, Song Lujing, Song Yusui, Song Yan, and the others followed the attendant to their respective palace suites.

Mu Youyu was also gently taken by the wrist by Jiang Liangjin, "I'll first accompany you to put your things away."

She was about to step forward when Ruo Ya suddenly said, "Little Mingxi, you go rest with Young Master Jiang first; Qing An hasn't seen you in a long time, I'll have a few words with him and come find you to play soon."

"Okay!" Mu Youyu didn't think further, nodded obediently, lifted her face to smile at Jiang Liangjin, "A Jin, let's go."

Jiang Liangjin lowered his gaze, his fingertips gently tightening, pulling her to his side.

The door was gently closed.

The side hall instantly fell silent.

Ruo Ya, who had just been smiling gently and bearing a dignified demeanor, saw the smile on her face gradually fade.

She turned around, her golden eyes calmly gazing at her own younger brother, the atmosphere spreading silently.