Chapter 284 - 230: New Year and Yearly Gifts

Chapter 284: Chapter 230: New Year and Yearly Gifts

Gu Heng smiled and said, "Of all the gifts, this one should be the most valuable collector’s item. After this Peace Jade Pendant was carved, it was consecrated by a highly respected Grand Mage. From now on, wear it close to your skin, under your clothes. It will protect my Momo and keep you safe and happy forever."

Xu Mo gazed at the Peace Jade Pendant resting in the rustic square box. The deep, rich emerald green seemed almost alive. Even though she knew nothing about jade, she could tell from the pendant’s appearance alone that it was extraordinary.

"Thank you..."

"I’ll wear it forever."

Xu Mo clutched the Peace Jade Pendant tightly in her hand, her clear eyes brimming with tears.

Watching Xu Mo, a faint smile appeared in Gu Heng’s eyes.

’If Xu Mo knew that the Peace Jade Pendant in her hand was carved from a single piece of Imperial Green jade, its value enough to buy the apartment she lived in, she probably wouldn’t have dared to say what she just did.’

And this was precisely why Gu Heng had been vague and hadn’t told Xu Mo the Peace Jade Pendant’s specific value.

"Momo, because this Peace Jade Pendant has been consecrated, you should wear it under your clothes every day. Try not to show it to anyone."

Gu Heng had found an excuse to caution Xu Mo.

"Mhm!"

"I’ll remember!"

Xu Mo didn’t give it a second thought. She would do whatever Gu Heng asked.

"Go on, keep opening them."

Gu Heng tilted his head, signaling for Xu Mo to continue.

Xu Mo first carefully set the Peace Jade Pendant aside, then picked up the beautiful gift box with a "2" sticker on it.

Compared to the previous one, this gift box looked enormous.

It took her quite a while to unwrap it and finally take out what was inside.

It was a giant Lina Belle doll. Not the regular version, but the 2024 New Year’s limited edition, and its craftsmanship looked particularly exquisite.

"Every little baby needs a stuffed doll, right?"

Gu Heng knew Xu Mo had always loved Lina Belle. Her lock screen and home screen wallpapers both featured the character, and she even had Lina Belle-branded panties.

"Wow!"

"Lina Belle!"

"From now on, whenever you’re not with me, I’m going to hug this to sleep every night!"

Xu Mo immediately hugged the Lina Belle doll, looking absolutely thrilled.

"Then who will you hug to sleep when I’m here?"

Gu Heng teased, raising an eyebrow.

"Well..."

"Then of course I’ll be hugging you to sleep."

Xu Mo replied shyly, her face turning a faint red.

Seeing her charming and delicate expression, Gu Heng felt a fire kindle within him.

"Hurry now,"

Gu Heng urged softly, "Keep going. We have important business to attend to later."

Hearing this, Xu Mo’s pretty face couldn’t help but flush an even deeper shade of red.

At the same time, the movements of her hands did indeed speed up a little.

Age 3, Age 4, Age 5...

One by one, the gifts were unwrapped, each one thoughtfully prepared by Gu Heng.

There were silk pajamas, a princess dress, a scarf, a digital camera, a giant snack basket, a stereo system...

All sorts of small gifts, all chosen by Gu Heng based on what he knew Xu Mo needed. Their monetary value couldn’t compare to the Peace Jade Pendant, but they were all things that would bring more happiness to her daily life.

Until—

Xu Mo unwrapped her New Year’s gift for age 18.

"This is..."

Xu Mo lifted her fair little face and looked up at Gu Heng.

"Open it and see."

Gu Heng’s voice was filled with an indescribable tenderness.

At his words, Xu Mo’s gaze returned to the jewelry box.

The jewelry box was small, but it looked incredibly exquisite. It was made of solid wood with a perfectly smooth lacquered finish, exuding an air of understated luxury. In the center of its front was the brand name "Graff Diamonds."

Xu Mo slowly opened it, and a tri-color diamond ring appeared before her eyes.

Three interlocking bands, each in a different color, were composed entirely of brilliant round diamonds. They were all fancy colored diamonds of the highest quality—red, blue, and green. The entire ring looked as if it had been formed by nature itself.

Luxurious, distinguished, elegant...

No woman dislikes jewelry, just as no man dislikes watching Japanese films.

Even though Xu Mo had never craved jewelry before, she was completely captivated by the ring from the very first glance.

Gu Heng asked softly, "It’s a bespoke piece from Graff. The inside of the band is engraved with your initials. Do you like it?"

"I love it!"

Xu Mo nodded enthusiastically.

’In truth, it didn’t matter if it was a bespoke piece from Graff or a simple, plain band. What she truly cared about was never the ring’s monetary value, but the meaning behind Gu Heng giving it to her.’

’The ring represented how much Gu Heng valued their relationship and his hopes for their future together. That was what touched her the most.’

"Then let me put it on for you, okay?"

Gu Heng asked softly once more.

"Okay!"

Her eyes seemed to twinkle like stars. Without any hesitation, she held out her right hand, her gaze fixed on Gu Heng in anticipation.

Taking the ring from the jewelry box, Gu Heng gently slipped it onto the middle finger of Xu Mo’s right hand. The colorful diamonds glittered under the light, a perfect match for her small, delicate, and fair hand.

"Now that you’re wearing my ring, you belong to me."

Gu Heng gently took her small hand and pulled her into his embrace. "If you ever dare to run away, I’ll send people to the ends of the earth to drag you back."

"I won’t run, I won’t run."

Xu Mo shook her head, her small face very serious as she said, "I’ll be very good. I’ll stay by your side forever."

With all the gifts unwrapped, Gu Heng looked at Xu Mo’s moist, cherry-red lips and could no longer contain the fire within. He lowered his head and kissed her deeply, and Xu Mo immediately responded with equal passion.

The two of them stumbled their way toward the bedroom.

"Don’t..."

"I have to shower..."

Xu Mo gently stopped Gu Heng’s large, roaming hand, whimpering as her face flushed.

"Momo, you smell so good."

"I don’t think you need a shower."

Gu Heng was truly finding it hard to hold back.

"No, no, no..."

"I really have to..."

Though her voice was quiet, Xu Mo’s tone was exceptionally firm.

"Alright."

"Then be quick, okay?"

If the two of them had already gone all the way, Gu Heng might have just carried her into the bathroom. But considering Xu Mo was still a virgin, he refrained from being too brazen.

"Okay."

With that, Xu Mo slipped into the master bathroom, her face bright red. Seeing her go to shower, Gu Heng didn’t waste any time either...