Chapter 1986

Looking at his reflection in the mirror, Ryan's rugged features-his sculpted cheekbones, deep-set eyes, and short, graying hair-evoked the image of a hardy, weathered pine tree standing resolute against a snowy backdrop. But the youthful edge he once possessed had long since faded.

Just then, a knock on the door interrupted his thoughts.

Ryan walked over and opened the door.

A playful smirk played on his lips as he said, "Justin."

Justin raised his eyebrows slightly and lifted the plastic bag in his hand. "My wife sent me over to dye your hair, Chairman Hoffman."

Ryan's eyelashes fluttered as he gave a mischievous grin, a glimpse of his youthful charm shining through. "Honestly, I'm not too sure about your skills, Mr. Salvador."

"Let's give it a try. If it turns out badly, this one's on the house."

The two brothers looked at each other and smiled-a lightheartedness they had not felt in a long time.

With a barber drape around his shoulders, Ryan sat in front of the mirror while Justin stood behind him, patiently applying the dye to his hair.

each white strand turn black, Ryan could not help but joke, "We

married doesn't mean you can let yourself go. My sister might lose interest in you,"

mind, but I'm afraid you'll

"Jealous?"

a higher rank, jealous that I look more mature

a tangled patch of hair, causing Ryan

Ryan stood side by

days, when they were the ambitious and admired rising stars of

out a hearty

other side, Carrie changed into a light pink

full-length skirt, perfect for a winter wedding. It exuded a

get ready in front of the mirror. As she looked at her own radiant reflection, Carrie's

even the tiniest imperfection. "The chest area is a bit loose.

a lot of weight due to

tried to smooth things over, fearing Roza might take the dress back for

"Indeed, she looks

the chest, it'll gradually fill out after marriage with her lover's nourishment." Carrie, being innocent and naive, did not fully grasp the meaning, but Roza understood perfectly. The two

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