I was just playing tricks, how come I became Bai Yueguang

The guest room the housekeeper had arranged for was located on the west side of the Xiao family's old house, its windows facing the Mirror Lake, renowned for its whale harbor. As dusk approached, the setting sun cast its afterglow across the tranquil lake, tinting the surface a vibrant orange-red. The occasional bird flew by, shattering the gilded water.

Fu Suier sat down on the soft chair by the window angrily, "That old woman is still so hateful."

Jiang Huashan was amused by her. It seemed that Fu Suier was very resentful of being called sour bamboo shoots and pickles by Xiao Lanlan.

Shen Mianzhi didn't join in the complaints. She glanced around casually and said slowly, "I'll go out for a walk."

"Hey!" Fu Suier was stunned. "Are you alone?"

Shen Mianzhi shook her head. "I just received news that a few sisters have arrived. Since the party hasn't started yet, I'll go with them."

Little sister?

Fu Suier frowned and was about to speak when Jiang Huashan waved her hand and said, "Go ahead, the environment here is nice. I won't go. It's a good time to rest."

Shen Mianzhi nodded, turned and left the room.

After everyone left, Fu Suier crossed his arms and became angrier the more he thought about it. "Where did she get her little sister from?"

Jiang Huashan didn't care. He closed his eyes and gathered his strength. "Making more friends is a good thing."

Fu Sui'er turned sideways and looked at Jiang Huashan. "Haven't you noticed? Ever since Zhizhi became close to Zhou Yanheng, she's become much more distant from us. She even has her own little group now."

Jiang Huashan thought for a moment, opened her eyes, sat up, and held her chin with one hand to meet Fu Sui'er's gaze. "How do you define unfamiliarity? Do we have to be together every day to be considered close? Think about it, every time you need Zhizhi, is she there?"

Fu Sui'er was actually just complaining casually, but when Jiang Huashan reminded her, she immediately reacted and her eyes lit up slightly.

Jiang Huashan smiled and said, "If Zhizhi knew that we doubted our friends' sincerity just because they weren't with us all the time, she would be very sad."

Fu Suier felt a little embarrassed and immediately jumped up from his chair. "I understand. I'll go join them now and see what that little group is all about."

After taking two steps, he suddenly thought of something and became hesitant again.

Jiang Huashan waved her hand, "Go ahead, don't worry! Xiao Lanlan wouldn't dare to do anything to me!"

Fu Suier's eyes rolled. "I know, you just want to get me out of here, right? Okay, okay! I'm leaving!"

Jiang Huashan looked at Fu Suier's back as he ran away and felt it was funny. After the man left, he stretched listlessly, and the relaxation in his eyes disappeared without a trace.

*

An hour later, the night completely enveloped Jinghu Lake, but the Xiao family's old house was as bright as day.

Countless crystal chandeliers illuminate the main house with golden splendor. Melodious music flows out through the open carved door, interweaving with the guests' greetings and laughter, forming a gorgeous symphony.

In the banquet hall, people were well-dressed and drinking.

Almost all the important figures in Jinggang City gathered here. The men were dressed in suits and their conversations were filled with the ever-changing business world; the women were adorned with jewels and their skirts swayed in silent comparison and competition.

The air is filled with a unique scent of high-end perfume, cigars and champagne, which is luxurious and intoxicating.

The main members of the Xiao family were scattered throughout the venue, playing the role of hospitable hosts.

Xiao Ming and his wife had just the right smiles on their faces as they chatted happily with several political dignitaries; Xiao Hui was moving among the business tycoons, speaking enthusiastically; even Xiao Yun, who was always low-key, was holding a glass of wine and talking in a low voice with several celebrities in the cultural circle.

As the protagonist of the banquet, Xiao Lanlan stood out from the crowd in the most conspicuous position in the banquet hall, surrounded by a group of suitors.

She changed into a bright red off-shoulder long dress, wore a dazzling diamond necklace around her neck, had delicate makeup and a bright smile, and was completely different from the harsh and sharp image she had in the room before.

She handled the compliments and inquiries from all sides with ease, as if she was born to be in the spotlight.

"Power is really a good thing. I didn't expect that a slut could have a day to redeem herself. Tsk." Guan He and a group of Whale Port playboys gathered together and commented on Xiao Lanlan.

Guan Lou was now the most popular candidate for president, and Guan He's status among the younger generation had also risen accordingly. The group of dandies gathered around him didn't dare to refute him and followed suit.

"Hey, I have a high-definition, uncensored video of the young lady's brawl. Who wants it?"

"Sure, she actually escaped the Shen family's liquidation. Send it to me, so I can relive the grace of the eldest lady."

"Tsk tsk tsk, it has to be our Brother Heng. He refused Xiao Lanlan even when she was offered to him. What a man!"

Most of these people cannot even reach the threshold of the Xiao family in terms of family background, but the more this is the case, the more they like to offend with words, as if this is the only way to make up for the darkness in their hearts.

Guan He lowered his head and took a sip of champagne, saying contemptuously, "This kind of person, let alone Ah Heng, even I can't get excited about him."

"What, you and Zhou Yanheng can't get along?"

A soft female voice suddenly joined in among a group of teasing male voices. Guan He was stunned and glanced back.

"Puff—cough cough cough cough!!! Jiang...cough cough cough!" Guan He was choked and speechless. After finally catching his breath, he asked in surprise, "How did you get in here?"

Jiang Huashan covered her nose with a look of disgust. "I saw you guys were having a great time, and I was bored being alone, so I came here to join in the fun. Oh, right..." She looked innocent, but her eyes flashed with malice. "What did you just say? Are you and Zhou Yanheng impotent?"

Guan He, “…”

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