He wore the lapel pin that Ran Mouri had given him for his birthday, its golden sheen shimmering slightly in the sunlight. The same was true of his cufflinks.
Today is her special day, and he wore her heartfelt sentiments on his body, piece by piece.
His carefully combed hair was slightly disheveled by the wind, but he didn't bother to fix it. He just stood there, watching her walk towards him step by step.
A breeze swept through the courtyard, creating delicate ripples on the pond.
The tender green of the maple leaves and the pale blue of the sky spread out behind him, like a quiet painting.
Ran Mouri walked up to him, looked up, and their eyes met.
Neither of them spoke, but the corners of their mouths were curved in a smile.
This is not a dream, not an illusion; it is the very real present.
They stood together in the wedding venue, witnessed and blessed by their family and friends.
Kogoro Mouri looked at the two young men in front of him, his lips moved as if he wanted to say something, but in the end he said nothing.
He simply took Ran Mouri's hand gently and carefully placed it in Aozawa's palm.
"I'm entrusting Xiaolan to you from now on."
His eyes were red-rimmed, his voice was a little hoarse, but his expression was calm, and he even managed a smile.
Qingze grasped that hand, his fingertips tightening slightly, as if to confirm that it was all real.
He looked at Kogoro Mouri with a solemn and sincere gaze.
"I will protect her with my life."
Kogoro Mouri nodded, took a step back, and sat down next to Eri Kisaki.
Eri Kisaki didn't speak, but simply reached out and gently covered his hand resting on his knee. Kogoro Mouri clenched his fist in return.
Sonoko sniffed, and Makoto Kyogoku silently handed her a handkerchief.
In the pavilion, Aozawa and Ran Mouri stood facing each other.
Sunlight streamed down from above, casting long, overlapping shadows of the two people, like a silhouette.
Qingze took out a small leather ring box from his pocket and opened it.
Inside lay two silver rings, simple in design and with smooth lines, gleaming beautifully in the sunlight.
He did it himself.
He had been preparing for a long time, and he personally completed every step, from design to polishing, from melting silver to polishing.
There are words engraved on the inside of the ring, but the words are very small and can only be seen when you get close.
He picked up the women's ring, took Ran Mouri's left hand, and solemnly swore an oath in the sunlight, witnessed by family and friends, in this early summer:
"I promise: to understand your gentleness, to support your ideals, and not to restrict your self and freedom. Until the end of the world."
The ring slid across her fingertip and gently settled at the base of her ring finger.
Ran Mouri glanced down at the ring; the silver band gleamed quietly on her slender finger.
The small print in the inner circle was faintly visible in the sunlight—"TML".
To my Lan.
Her eyes reddened, and she picked up another men's ring, holding Qingze's hand.
His hands were much larger than hers, with distinct knuckles. She carefully slipped the ring onto her ring finger, slowly pushing it all the way down.
"I promise: to accept you completely, to love your soul, and to be with you in the present and the future. Until the stars fall."
Qingze glanced down at the ring on his hand, then looked up at her.
The two rings shimmered with the same silvery luster in the sunlight, like mirror images of each other.
The small print on the inside of the ring reads "FMZ".
From myze.
Sachiko Matsui wiped away the tears from the corners of her eyes and was the first to applaud.
"Give me a kiss! Give me a kiss!"
Matsui Hidetoshi started the commotion, and several children joined in.
Ran Mouri's face turned red instantly.
Qingze smiled, lowered his head, and tenderly placed a kiss on her forehead.
Bai Yu held the camera and carefully recorded every scene.
Applause erupted from the guests' seats. The drummer in the garden was the most enthusiastic, tears streaming down his face along with the applause.
Makoto Kyogoku clapped along beside him, a gentle smile on his face.
Kazuha Toyama clapped and wiped her eyes with her sleeve, muttering, "So touching, so touching."
Hattori Heiji was also clapping; he could tell that the two had a very deep bond.
My phone vibrated in my pocket; Shinichi Kudo's reply had finally arrived.
May she be happy.
Vermouth remained seated in the last row and did not applaud.
Her gaze fell on Aoyama and Ran Mouri's clasped hands, paused for two seconds, and finally sighed.
That's enough...
For Xiaolan, even if she died, she could crawl back up. What right or reason did she have to stop her?
Her gaze fell on Xiaolan's face, and a faint smile appeared on her face.
After the ceremony, she walked over to Ran Mouri with a glass of wine in her hand.
"Dear Miss Angel, I heard you plan to develop your career in the entertainment industry. Do you need a knowledgeable agent?"
Ran Mouri looked at the unfamiliar face and gave him a bright smile.
"Of course we need it!"
She reached out and gently hugged her, her smile bright and radiant.
……
As night deepened and the guests departed, the courtyard finally returned to tranquility.
Only a paper lantern lit up the room, casting a soft, dim light that projected the two people's shadows onto the wall, creating a blurred, gentle glow.
Qingze gently closed the door and turned to look at Ran Mouri.
She was still wearing the same white dress she had worn during the day, her long hair loosely draped over her shoulders. The light streamed across her face, softening her features.
He walked up to her, and there was only half a step between them.
"I have been waiting for this day for a long time."
Looking at his beautiful and charming wife, the light in his eyes gradually dimmed, and deep emotions surged within them.
Ran Mouri looked up at him, her eyes reflecting the dim light, his silhouette, and a hint of barely concealed nervousness.
“Me too,” she said softly.
Qingze raised his hand, gently brushing away the stray hairs by her ear with his fingertips, then lowered his head and kissed her lips.
Unlike the restrained kiss on the forehead given in public during the day, and not just a fleeting touch.
This kiss carried warmth, long-suppressed desires, unspoken words, and the rightful possession that lay ahead.
Ran Mouri wrapped her arms around his neck, her fingers running through his thick hair.
His kisses moved from the corner of her lips to her chin, then slowly down her neck, lingering on her collarbone. She tilted her head back, her breathing becoming lighter and more rapid.
“Aze…”
Hearing the sound, Qingze looked up, picked her up with a strong hug, and gently laid her down on the soft bed.
Ran Mouri sank into the blankets, gazing at his approaching face—his handsome brow bone, his high, straight nose, and his focused, deep eyes that were always fixed on her.
He leaned down and kissed her forehead, then lightly touched the tip of her nose, and finally returned his kiss to the corner of her mouth. Each kiss was as gentle as a confirmation, as silent as a promise.
"Are you scared?" he asked in a low voice, his voice hoarse.
Ran Mouri shook her head, reached out and hooked her arm around his neck, pulling him closer to her.
“I’m not afraid,” she whispered, her breath brushing against his ear, “because it’s you.”
Qingze's breath hitched, then he lowered his head and buried his face in her warm neck, chuckling softly.
As her clothes fell away, his kisses traveled down inch by inch, his palms caressing her trembling skin.
He placed her hand on his chest, where his heart pounded like a drum, one beat after another, heavy and rapid.
"Lan, my Lan..."
Their bodies pressed together, their temperatures mingled, their breaths intertwined, and they could no longer distinguish one another.
The chirping of insects outside the window was delicate and continuous, making the night seem long and lingering.
[Bonus Chapter] The Legend of the Film Queen
[Gossip Zone] → [Film and Television Section] → [Celebrity News and Past Events]
Subject: [Let's take a look] Have you really seen all the movies Ran Mouri has acted in over the years?
Original Poster: [Protecting the Best Orchid]
As the title suggests, the winners of the Tokyo International Film Festival were recently announced, and our beloved actress Ran Mouri has once again achieved legendary status!
Let's start a thread to revisit Lan-chan's legendary journey with all of you, whether you're a true fan, a fake fan, a veteran fan, or a new fan.
Don't rush to show off your "waifu" yet, let me test you first:
What was the first movie that actress Ran Mouri starred in?
【Only Love Lanjiang】: First! I know the answer to this question!
It has to be "Echoes of an Old Town"! Lan's portrayal of "Kano Aoi" is a "national first love" that has gone down in film history!
That one glance back then, and I was gone. That pure yet stubborn feeling is something no one can replicate to this day.
[Little Tomato Eating Melon]: +1. Although "Echoes of an Old Town" wasn't Lan's first starring film, it was definitely the masterpiece that brought her to the public's attention.
One glimpse of Lan-chan and you're doomed for life; from then on, special effects are just a distant memory.
[Ran Mouri's Hideout]: Supplement: She was only 17 years old that year, right? She was the same age as the character, and it was a completely natural performance full of spirit.
【Protecting the Best Orchid】: Hahaha, I knew you guys would mention "Echoes of the Old Town".
Wait a minute, you're all too young—fake fans confirmed!
Ran's first real film role was actually in "Reunion," starring Yoko Okino!
At the time, she had just entered the industry and was pulled by the director to play a minor role with only a few seconds of screen time.
[Eating watermelon under a cherry blossom tree]: Yoko Okino's "Reunion"? Ran made an appearance in it?
OP's archaeological skills are amazing! How did you manage to dig this out? I'm going to go rummage through my old hard drive right now!
[Dark Circles Under the Eyes of the Champion Who Stays Up All Night]: Shocked my whole family! I consider myself a ten-year veteran fan and have watched all of Ran's works, and I had no idea this one existed!
I'll find some resources to catch up on tonight... Wait, do I have it on my hard drive? Have I lost my memory?
【Carry the banner for Lan】: Cough, don't let the original poster lead you astray.
In my opinion, what truly allowed Lan to establish herself in the entertainment industry and gain recognition was definitely the one that garnered her so many awards—
"Double Life".
This is Lan's first true leading role in a movie!
【Protecting the Best Orchid】: Brother Flag Carrier is right! I was just about to start analyzing "Double Life".
This movie was truly blessed with perfect timing, location, and people: the screenwriter was Ran's good friend [Baiyu], the investor was her close friend Suzuki Group, the production was excellent, and the acting was superb.
When it suddenly appeared out of nowhere, everyone who saw it exclaimed how amazing it was!
Lan also won the Best Newcomer Award for this film, kicking open the door to the film industry.
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