noffsinger Chapter 42 Dinner Party
Chapter 42 Dinner Party
Just then, the phone rang! Bai Wanning quickly picked up the phone, glanced at the screen, and answered the call.
After hanging up the phone, she turned to look at Tong Guang, giving her an apologetic smile. "Tong Guang, I won't keep you company any longer! They told me I need to go get my hair and makeup done for the banquet tonight, so I have to go now!"
After saying that, she quickly walked towards the door.
Bai Wanning left the hall!
Ke Qing burst into laughter, her face full of mockery: "Have some people only come to their senses today? Do they think they've become special just because they've been with Mr. Ke a few times? How utterly ridiculous... Even if a sparrow flies to the top of a branch, it will never become a phoenix!"
"Look... such an important gala, and they didn't even receive a notification. This shows that in the master's eyes, someone is utterly insignificant! A little pet is ultimately just a creature that can't see the light of day!"
Ke Qing mocked him without any restraint, every word filled with malice and meanness.
Xiaoxian, who was standing next to her, nervously grabbed her arm and whispered, "Stop talking! She's still Mr. [Sir's] woman! You should tone it down a bit!"
Ke Qing, however, was completely unconcerned and raised her voice, shouting, "The master has never given her any title. I don't know what you have to be afraid of? Doesn't what happened today prove that she is not important at all in the master's eyes!"
"Snapped!"
A crisp sound suddenly rang out in the hall! Instantly attracting the attention of everyone present.
Everyone was startled and quickly looked towards the source of the sound, only to see Ke Qing lying on the ground in a disheveled state.
A bright red handprint was clearly imprinted on her face, the five fingers clearly visible. She covered her burning cheeks with both hands, her eyes filled with disbelief.
The entire hall was completely silent. The servants could only watch helplessly as this scene unfolded, not daring to utter a sound.
Even Xiaoxian didn't dare to say a word!
After a long while, Ke Qing finally came to her senses. Her lips trembled, as if she wanted to say something, but no sound came out.
Finally, she managed to squeeze out a few words through gritted teeth: "You... what right do you have to hit me!"
Tong Guang looked down at Ke Qing with a blank expression.
"Those who are foul-mouthed deserve to be hit!"
"Next time... it won't just be a matter of one slap!"
She glanced indifferently at Ke Qing, who lay on the ground with a face full of resentment, her tone icy.
She turned and left the hall. She didn't care at all about Ke Qing's sarcasm and ridicule.
But no matter what, that sentence cannot be ignored—"In the man's eyes, she is nothing at all!"
These words were like a sharp thorn, piercing deeply into her heart.
She wanted to ignore this feeling; she didn't understand what was wrong with her. Why did she care so much about whether she was important to men?
She tried to convince herself that she didn't care about those words at all.
However, this self-deceiving act only made her more and more frustrated!
As soon as you step into the courtyard, you are greeted by a refreshing and pleasant floral fragrance.
Tong Guang took a deep breath, trying to expel all the frustration in his chest.
Si Hanye was merely his target for gaining points, and she was just his servant, nothing more!
She doesn't care about any of that! She doesn't care at all.
It seems like if you repeat it a few more times, people will really stop caring...
A sudden ringtone interrupted Tong Guang's thoughts. She picked up the phone and answered it.
Jiang Chenyan's clear and gentle voice came over: "Tong Guang, the dress and makeup artist are all ready. Where are you? Can I come pick you up?"
She suddenly remembered that she had promised Jiang Chenyan yesterday that she would accompany him to the party.
"No need to pick me up, I'll just take a taxi!"
After hanging up the phone, Tong Guang felt much lighter and happier! Even if Si Hanye invited her, she would definitely not go, since she had already promised Jiang Chenyan.
Therefore, she would not neglect other things for the sake of someone who doesn't care about her.
Hmph, not worth it!
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The Jiang family's main residence is located in the northern suburbs of Linyuan City, covering a vast area. This ancient and solemn mansion is full of rustic and grand charm.
As night falls, the entire main house is illuminated by bright lights, resembling a magnificent palace. The vast courtyard is lavishly decorated and breathtakingly beautiful.
Inside the hall, Jiang Huaquan, the head of the Jiang family, sat in a luxurious chair. He was dressed in an exquisite Zhongshan suit, and his hair was neatly combed.
His serious expression and sharp eyes revealed a sense of authority and confidence stemming from his long-held high position.
Standing next to Jiang Huaquan was a girl of about seventeen or eighteen. She wore an exquisite lace dress with a flowing hem, and her short, smooth hair, reaching her ears, made her look even sweeter and more adorable.
This girl is the star of tonight's banquet, the apple of the Jiang family's eye—Jiang Yuqiao.
This grand banquet was held to celebrate Jiang and Qiao's eighteenth birthday.
The entire mansion was filled with joy and happiness, as guests dressed in their finest attire gathered to witness this important moment...
"Master Jiang, it's been a long time!" With a greeting, a slightly plump middle-aged man walked over arm in arm with a beautiful woman in a gorgeous dress.
Jiang Huaquan immediately put on a polite smile: "It is a great honor for my humble abode to have Patriarch Lin here today!"
"Oh my...it's been years since I last saw you, and you've grown into such a beautiful woman, like an angel!" the beautiful woman said with a smile.
"Thank you for the compliment, Aunt Lin!" Jiang Yuqiao smiled sweetly and responded politely.
At this moment, more and more guests arrived in the hall, and they came forward one after another, exchanging superficial pleasantries.
However, Jiang and Qiao seemed somewhat distracted, her gaze frequently drifting towards the outside of the hall...
Why hasn't he arrived yet? Could it be that he's not coming?
The thought of this possibility instantly dampened Jiang Yuqiao's spirits, and her face fell. If he didn't come, what would be the point of the party?
"Hello, Uncle Jiang!"
"Hello, Yu Qiao!" Just as Jiang Yu Qiao was in a daze, a gentle female voice came over.
She looked up and saw Ye Ruyan walking towards her, wearing a white, fitted long dress that perfectly showed off her slender waist, as if a gentle breeze could break it.
At this moment, the image of the slender willow in the gentle breeze comes to life!
"Sister Ruyan, you're here!" Upon seeing the person who arrived, Jiang Yuqiao's face immediately lit up with joy, and she warmly took Ye Ruyan's arm.
"Brother Rufeng, you're here too! I heard you've been very busy lately."
Ye Rufeng smiled slightly, "No matter how busy I am, I will still attend Miss Jiang's coming-of-age ceremony."
Jiang and Qiao made a face at him…
Ye Ruyan looked around the crowd, "Where's Chen Yan? I can't see him!"
Hearing this, Jiang and Qiao pretended to be angry and teased, "Sister Ruyan, I'm the main character today! You just arrived and you're already looking for my brother. Don't you care about me?"
Ye Ruyan's beautiful cheeks flushed. "Don't talk nonsense. I came here today for you, of course."
“That’s right, Qiao! You’re not allowed to bully your sister Ruyan. You’re the star today, and we’re all here for you,” Ye Rufeng chimed in with a smile.
Jiang Huaquan watched the three of them laughing and joking, a gratified smile spreading across his face.
They had known each other since childhood!
Both the Ye family and the Jiang family are prominent and powerful clans. He had watched these two children from the Ye family grow up, and now they are both outstanding individuals.
Especially Ye Ruyan, who is like a blooming lily, beautiful and gentle. Both her family background and appearance are a perfect match for his son, and she is the most satisfactory daughter-in-law in his heart.
Thinking about this, Jiang Huaquan couldn't help but feel puzzled.
Why hasn't Chen Yan arrived yet?