The cannon fodder heiress embarks on the path of cultivation.

Chapter 156 The Fate of This World 16

156 The Fortune of This World 16

However, after taking only a few steps, Chu Jiuyue suddenly stopped in place as if she had been frozen in place, seemingly feeling very unfamiliar and awkward about her compliant behavior.

"My dear granddaughter, come and see! Your mother has specially saved some delicious snacks for you! Try them and see if you like them. If you do, your mother will make more for you next time to satisfy your cravings."

Grandma Mo was completely unaware of Chu Jiuyue's brief pause, and continued to wave to Chu Jiuyue with a kind and gentle smile.

Faced with such a kind and amiable elder, Chu Jiuyue couldn't bring herself to refuse the other's kindness. So, after hesitating for a long time, she slowly took a step and walked up to Grandma Mo and her mother, and carefully sat down.

Grandma Mo stretched out her hands tremblingly. Her hands were covered with the marks of time, and the thick calluses were a testament to her life's toil.

She carefully picked up the delicate pastry in front of her and gently handed it to Chu Jiuyue.

When her hand touched Chu Jiuyue's soft palm, that weathered hand seemed to possess some kind of magic, gently gliding over and leaving a barely perceptible ripple in Chu Jiuyue's palm.

This subtle touch spread through Chu Jiuyue's entire body like an electric current, causing a strange feeling to well up in her heart.

This feeling grew stronger and stronger, causing her to involuntarily fix her gaze on the small, exquisite pastry in her hand.

Her eyes were deep and dark, as if hiding countless complex emotions, making them hard to fathom.

At this moment, her thoughts had already drifted far away, and she was probably thinking about something.

Grandma Mo and Mother Mo exchanged a glance without saying a word, seemingly aware of everything that was happening before their eyes, but they pretended to be calm and pretended not to have seen what was going on.

The two continued their lively conversation, chatting about everyday matters with ease. Occasionally, Grandma Mo would turn around with concern, smiling as she asked Chu Jiuyue some questions, and warmly gesturing for her to try the snacks in her hand.

And so, the somewhat awkward atmosphere between the three gradually became harmonious.

A warm and peaceful atmosphere permeated the entire courtyard. Even the surrounding flowers, plants, and trees seemed to sense this tranquility and beauty, swaying gently in the breeze and making rustling sounds.

However, at that moment, Grandpa Mo, who had just stepped into the courtyard, keenly sensed the undercurrents beneath the seemingly harmonious scene.

A glint of light flashed in his eyes, and his sharp gaze swept over the three people in the center of the courtyard like a hawk. He couldn't help but recall the words his wife had whispered to him by the bedside last night, and a wave of doubt and unease washed over him.

As night slowly falls, darkness envelops the earth, and all is silent.

Most people were already immersed in sweet dreams, enjoying a moment of peace.

But in the room of the Mo family patriarch, the scene was quite different.

Bright lights streamed through the windows into the courtyard, illuminating Grandpa Mo's lonely figure. He sat on the couch, his brow furrowed, his eyes fixed on the night outside the window. Waves of worry washed over him, keeping him awake for a long time.

Ever since Grandpa Mo handed over that invaluable and meaningful bracelet to his beloved granddaughter-in-law, he has been closely watching her every move and expression.