Mute Beauty

Chapter 18: Longing

From Italy to Northern Ireland, summer arrived as scheduled in June. During these days, Yu Ting lived as freely as before, carefree and without a trace, ignoring the world. It was almost like a sign of an impending runaway bride. Old Master Yu was particularly anxious about her irresponsible behavior, calling several times to insist that she must be present at the wedding.

However, Old Master Yu's worries were unnecessary. Yu Ting was more clear-headed than anyone, and she even returned to Yun City several days in advance.

Upon landing, she first went to her company to check on Jin Ya, rested at home for a day, and the next morning, boarded a boat to the island.

The island wasn't far. It only took a little over two hours to sail from Yun City's port. The scenery along the way was beautiful, the sea calm, and Yu Ting stood on the deck, watching the ocean for a long time.

As the boat approached the shore, she saw someone waiting from afar, and upon disembarking, she recognized it was Old Master Yu's people.

"President Yu, the chairman sent me to pick you up." The middle-aged female secretary was very professional, greeting Yu Ting with utmost respect. As they walked, she smiled and briefed her on the schedule: "The wedding venue is almost fully set up. You may want to check it in advance or see if anything needs to be added. Also, you'll need to try on the wedding dress and wedding ring."

She added, "You can also rest at the hotel first. After lunch, we can send someone to escort you."

Yu Ting asked, "Where's Ran Ling?"

The secretary smiled, "Miss Ran arrived on the island early. She's probably resting at the hotel right now."

The secretary hesitated for a moment, likely guessing Yu Ting's thoughts. "The chairman is rather traditional, saying it's bad luck for the bride and groom to share a room before the wedding. So, your rooms are separate... Would you like me to call her down to accompany you?"

"No need."

"Alright then, what would you like to do now?"

"Check out the wedding venue?"

"Very well, it's in the chapel on the eastern shore. The shuttle is over there..."

The chapel and its surroundings had been beautifully decorated, much like the sacred halls everyone imagines.

The staff explained various design concepts, their functions, and the sequence of events. Yu Ting listened and looked around, though with little interest. Noticing her lack of enthusiasm, one of the staff said, "There's a rehearsal scheduled for tomorrow afternoon. Any issues will be explained in more detail then. You don't need to worry, President Yu. You can try on your wedding dress now and see if it fits. If not, there's still time to make adjustments."

"Alright."

The wedding dress was at the hotel. Yu Ting hadn't seen it before and didn't have any particular expectations, treating it like trying on clothes at a mall.

But when she put it on, she was both surprised and impressed—the dress was beautiful. It wasn't bulky or heavy like traditional gowns. Her shoulders and back were elegantly exposed, with fine fishbone sequins and a mermaid-tail design that highlighted her figure from top to bottom, yet without losing the grandeur of the occasion. The scattered butterflies and petals on the veil looked lifelike, as if they were floating behind her, adding a dreamlike and dignified touch.

Yu Ting looked at herself in the mirror, then glanced at Ran Ling's wedding dress, displayed on a mannequin nearby. It was in the same style—another mermaid dress, equally perfect. Such perfection... Just one glance, and Yu Ting couldn't imagine anyone but Ran Ling wearing it.