The Master’s Mask Unveiled Again
Chapter 953 - 952: Ugh, Dog Food Is Really Disgusting

Chapter 953: Chapter 952: Ugh, Dog Food Is Really Disgusting

The man, as graceful as an orchid and as elegant as jade, stood rooted to the spot.

The group of friends and family members stared blankly as if they were a row of telephone poles.

Ye Jinwen’s phone slipped out of his hand and fell to the floor.

Xiao Jianli grasped his own phone tightly, the screen spinning wildly as his fingers trembled uncontrollably.

Yun Sang, utterly baffled by her younger sister’s bold moves, looked on as if she wanted to rush over and haul her away.

Only Ya Ling appeared calm: Now this truly sets my mind at ease.

This is exactly how Mian should behave!

Mo Si softly reminded Lu Mian, attempting to relieve the suffocatingly awkward atmosphere, "Miss Lu, don’t you think that’s unnecessary? Master Mo already proposed just now."

Lu Mian, with one knee on the ground, turned her head back, her cool and elegant features full of sincerity as she earnestly explained, "Yes, that’s why it’s my turn now..."

Mo Si: ...I’m at a complete loss for words.

Xiao Qimo’s poised demeanor was starting to crack.

His eyes drifted to the "bouquet" Lu Mian was holding out to him. The sight left him utterly dumbfounded, as if confusion itself had unlocked all the doors to his mind and marched right in.

The "bouquet" in her hand was technically a bouquet, yet it was made up of numerous cards and pieces of paper arranged to vaguely resemble a bunch of flowers.

It wasn’t exactly aesthetically pleasing.

Xiao Qimo had no time to analyze the specific contents of the so-called bouquet. He just felt his mind overheat, his blood pressure spiking.

"Mianmian..." He struggled to open his lips. "In truth, proposals are typically the man’s responsibility."

After all, he was planning to post on his Moments timeline later to commemorate the proposal process.

He felt the moment he slid that ring onto her finger earlier had already been perfect.

Lu Mian smiled, assuming he was just nervous. She patted the back of Xiao Qimo’s hand soothingly. "Don’t worry, Director Qi, I told you I’d give you a surprise."

Xiao Qimo: ...Can... can I decline?

Lu Mian didn’t give him the chance to refuse. She made a small gesture.

The upstairs Little Sansan system detected the signal and automatically carried out the planned sequence. At once, it activated the lighting and hidden projectors.

The previously ordinary living room underwent a breathtaking transformation, resembling the backdrop of a sci-fi blockbuster. The furniture and decor faded into invisibility, while the surrounding space morphed into the vast expanse of the universe.

They all found themselves seemingly immersed in the cosmos—Earth, the Moon, nearby planets large and small, and the distant Sun.

Occasionally, fragments of cosmic matter streaked across the interstellar void, igniting brilliant sparks as they collided with other celestial bodies—a sight both real and awe-inspiring.

Everyone in the group gulped audibly.

This special effect was simply next-level incredible!

Ye Jinwen clenched his fists in a frenzy of excitement, practically shouting, Oh my god, Brother Qi is a genius!

The level of effort and creativity needed to craft such a realistic spectacle—it was insane!

Xiao Qimo looked around at the surroundings. To say he wasn’t impressed would be a lie, but what he felt even more overwhelming was a surging wave of joy beyond words.

The spectacle, revealed as holographic projections, had immediately caught his sharp eye.

Unlike ordinary special effects, holographic projections felt far more genuine, akin to an experience that immersed one completely.

He recalled the times when he and Lu Mian had been investigating the Lost Case in Shencheng. Back then, Dr. Hua had mysteriously disappeared within a holographic projection, vanishing without a trace.

Never in his wildest imagination did he expect Lu Mian to employ the same technology in such a scenario.

To create an environment like this, others might spend several billion to even come close, yet Lu Mian had so effortlessly conjured it for just a handful of people to enjoy.

In that moment, Xiao Qimo felt an urge to sweep Lu Mian tightly into his arms.

Before anyone could fully digest this cosmic voyage, tiny pinpricks of light began to shimmer beneath their feet.

Ye Jinwen leaned down, studying the glimmering points. The specks soon rose, spreading throughout the surroundings.

"They’re fireflies!" he exclaimed.

The effect was so lifelike that Ye Jinwen instinctively reached out to snatch at the fluttering fireflies nearby.

Fireflies, in the middle of the universe—could you believe it?

Yun Sang and Ya Ling exchanged a glance, both instinctively turning their faces away in disdain.

Xiao Jianli, overwhelmed by the dazzling display, was at least smart enough to keep his phone recording the spectacular, romantic scene unfolding before him.

The kid had outdone himself this time!

The special effects deserved a perfect score!

If only they could’ve shown up just a little earlier...

Meanwhile, a melodic piano piece transitioned smoothly into its second section.

The music shifted from serene to achingly tender.

Lu Mian lifted her gaze, locking eyes with the slightly dazed man. Under this enchanting ambiance, she extended the bouquet in her hand a bit closer toward Xiao Qimo. On her left ring finger sparkled the particle-ring Xiao Qimo had just given her.

The books always said a sense of ceremony was crucial, that romance was irreplaceable, and sincerity was paramount.

Now, she was laying all her sincerity openly before Xiao Qimo.

Telling him, she wanted to walk through life with him, hand in hand.

Xiao Qimo lowered his head, using the "sunlight" beaming down to carefully inspect the bouquet in her hands at last.

The cards appeared to be savings cards, credit cards... and if his judgment was correct, among them were several global limited-edition black and platinum cards, only available to those with a certain net worth.

Lu Mian held the bouquet with one hand, while casually extracting a sheet from it with the other. She glanced at it briefly.

"Director Qi, this is the property deed for Hengzhong Real Estate."

Her simple explanation left Mo Nie, Mo Si, and the others in stunned silence.

How did a Hengzhong Real Estate property deed end up in Miss Lu’s hands?

"Could it have been a gift from Ya Qiao to Miss Lu? If so, that’s just too audacious!" Mo Si muttered quietly.

Mo Nie, however, envied as he noted aloud, "But the price was seriously a steal..."

"Even cheap, Master Mo wouldn’t accept it! It’s not like he’s strapped for cash..." Such a romantic moment, now utterly ruined by Ya Qiao. What a buzzkill!

"Hengzhong Real Estate..." Ya Ling murmured softly to herself before coming to a sudden realization.

She’d long been puzzled as to why Mian had inexplicably purchased so much property recently. Turns out it wasn’t meant as dowries for the kids but as bride price for Master Mo...

Sure, the bouquet wasn’t gorgeous, but it was loaded with value—astronomical value!

Ugh, this dog food tastes worse than ever.

Lu Mian ignored the murmured discussions behind her, lowering her head to pull out a second sheet. "Ah, this one’s the property deed for Wansen Real Estate."

Wansen Real Estate was another prime piece of real estate located in the heart of the city’s commercial district.

Xiao Qimo stood motionless, his gaze dark and steady, watching as she unveiled one deed after another. Surrounding them were the vast celestial bodies and the gracefully floating fireflies, sending waves of dizziness crashing over him.

It was the first time in his life—and likely the only time—he was publicly proposed to by a woman.

The storyline he’d fought so hard to claim was now completely flipped.

What made it worse was knowing that the items Lu Mian held must have come from Ya Qiao.

He couldn’t even begin to guess what kind of transaction had taken place between them...

Standing nearby, Mo Nie felt increasingly suspicious as he observed, the gears in his mind turning rapidly.

He clutched the kraft paper bag in his arms and pulled out a thick stack of intention documents. Seizing the moment before the others could react, he boldly interrupted Lu Mian’s display of property deeds.

"Miss Lu, isn’t this just borrowing the Buddha’s flowers to present them back as gifts? You’re using what Ya Qiao gave you to propose to our Master Mo—that doesn’t seem quite right."