mtl008 Chapter 176 True and Fake Gold 4
Chapter 176 True and Fake Gold 4
Perhaps with a subtle anticipation for the show to begin, Ji Yue changed her previous style over the next few days, no longer rashly probing Lingjiu's minefields. Like a peacock temporarily shedding its edge, she quietly passed these few days of peace, skillfully concealing her inner thoughts.
After Ji Yue eagerly anticipated the event day after day, the highly anticipated banquet finally arrived. Ji Yue's heart was filled with uncontrollable excitement and excitement.
Ji's mother also attached great importance to this banquet, especially considering that this would be Ji Yue's first appearance in front of the public with a new look, which was of great significance. To this end, she made careful preparations and chose a very gorgeous dress for Ji Yue early on.
Lingjiu donned a gown that clung to her figure like silvery satin shimmering in moonlight. The fitted design flowed smoothly from the shoulders to the waist, artfully cinched with a slender diamond belt, further accentuating her slender waist. The hem of the dress cascaded like cascading clouds, spreading out in irregular patterns. Her hair was meticulously styled into elegant side curls, adorned with a few pearl barrettes, creating a gentle glow. Her makeup was subtle yet refined.
As the banquet progressed, a warm and solemn atmosphere spread throughout the hall like a tide. Ji Yue was chatting happily with a few friends with whom she had a good relationship.
"Yueyue, your family is holding such a grand banquet today. Is there some great news you want to announce to everyone?" A friend asked impatiently with curiosity glittering in his eyes.
"Could it be that you are about to have a fiancé?" another friend guessed in a joking tone with a smile on his face.
Ji Yue raised the corners of her mouth slightly, revealing a faint smile, and said softly: "Don't talk nonsense here, you will know it naturally later."
"Hey, look there!" Someone suddenly shouted loudly, and everyone's attention was instantly attracted there.
"Isn't that the dreaded 'evil star' of the Duan family?" someone said with a trembling voice, as if just mentioning the name was enough to scare people.
"Why is he here? Oh my God, I have to stay away from him and not be affected by his bad luck." One of the more timid girls muttered nervously and took a few steps back unconsciously.
"In fact, this 'evil star''s' family background and outstanding looks are both one in a million, and he is top-notch. It's a pity that his luck is really not good, as if he was cursed." A relatively calm and objective friend shook his head slightly and sighed.
"I wonder which woman will have this 'honor' in the future. Is it lucky or unlucky to marry him?" Everyone echoed and started discussing it one after another.
As Ji Yue listened to everyone's discussions, her eyes involuntarily drifted towards Duan Yizhou's direction. Thoughts quietly emerged in the depths of her eyes, but it was difficult to guess what she was thinking about.
In a flash, the banquet reached its climax. Father Ji walked steadily up the stairs and began his speech. As Lingjiu, with her celestial presence, entered the room, the entire banquet hall seemed to be enchanted. The previous clamor and bustle abruptly ceased, and everyone seemed frozen in time, a silent, trembling voice.
Ji Yue could clearly hear the exclamations coming from the people around her. Those exclamations were like sharp blades, piercing straight into her heart. The flame of jealousy burned fiercely in her chest again. She swore secretly in her heart: I will definitely destroy you, I will definitely destroy you.
In this oppressively quiet atmosphere, the crisp sound of a wine glass dropping suddenly broke the deadlock, bringing everyone back to their senses as if awakened from a dream. The legendary "evil star," Duan Yizhou, appeared, standing tall and straight like a pine tree. He stood up suddenly, his deep, unwavering gaze fixed as he strode towards the stairs.
Lingjiu stood on the stairs, watching Duan Yizhou approaching her step by step. The ends of her inky eyebrows rose slightly, and the corners of her lips curled up slightly, revealing a meaningful smile.
Duan Yizhou kept walking. He passed Ji Qing without paying attention to anyone around him, and then stood firmly in front of Lingjiu. His eyes were filled with deep affection and passion, and he whispered softly, "I found you, Lingjiu."
Lingjiu also opened her lips and said, "You won, so I came to keep the appointment."
Ji Qing was completely confused by this sudden scene. He walked forward with a puzzled look on his face and asked, "Xiaojiu, Yizhou, what are you talking about? Did you know each other before?"
Duan Yizhou bowed slightly and replied politely and respectfully, "Yes, Uncle Ji. I do know your daughter, but it's been a long time since we last met. I was a little surprised to see you again today. I hope Uncle Ji will forgive me."
"Oh, I see. It's okay, it's okay. Since you know Xiaojiu and she is new here, you will need to take good care of her in the future." Ji Qing suddenly realized and a amiable smile appeared on his face.
"This is the responsibility of the younger generation, and it should be done this way." Duan Yizhou spoke sincerely and with a humble attitude.
Ji Qing was flattered by his respectful and humble appearance. He was good friends with his father and knew that his bad temper was caused by bad luck. His father might have never seen him like this.
The banquet continued in an orderly manner, and Ji Yue's friends began to have a heated discussion about Lingjiu.
"Yueyue, you actually have a twin sister. Your sister is so beautiful!" A friend exclaimed with envy.
"Indeed, it's just that she seems to know that 'evil star'. Yueyue, you have to remind her to stay away from him and never be affected by his bad luck." Another friend said worriedly.
"But then again, why don't you twins seem to look particularly alike?"
Ji Yue's heart suddenly tightened, fearing that they would discover something, so she quickly explained, "We are fraternal twins, so naturally we are not as similar as identical twins."
"That's true. Not all twins look exactly the same." Everyone nodded in understanding.
"Why don't you call your sister over so we can get to know each other?" a friend suggested.
"Let's not do it for now. I have a bad temper. When there is a suitable opportunity in the future, I will find a chance for you two to meet!" Ji Yue said pretending to be distressed.
"Ah? Your sister is so beautiful, but I didn't expect her temper to be so bad? Come to think of it, she hasn't lived with you since she was a child, so she must have a lot of complaints in her heart." A friend analyzed smartly.
"Yes! So our family is trying our best to make it up to her, but my sister still seems unhappy." Ji Yue pretended to sigh helplessly, and the expression on her face showed her "trouble" just right.
"Then Yueyue, you must have suffered a lot of grievances." Friends cast sympathetic glances at her.
"As long as my sister is happy, it doesn't matter if I suffer a little grievance." There was a barely perceptible hint of pride in Ji Yue's eyes. Her words successfully aroused a wave of "hatred" towards Lingjiu in the hearts of her friends. At the moment, she was in a very happy mood.