Chapter 168: Chapter 168 - 168: Showcase Her Skills

Translator: EndlessFantasy Translation Editor: EndlessFantasy Translation

Wen Nuan and Jiang Ling’er exchanged glances and immediately understood that Bai Xue intended to showcase her skills in front of numerous elites. It was a display of great confidence, especially in front of so many high-society ladies.

Jiang Ling’er smiled and commented, “Hmm? Great. We’re looking forward to her performance.”

Among the attendees today, there were many piano virtuosos, so Bai Xue’s choice was, ironically, somewhat like shooting herself in the foot.

Observing Jiang Ling’er, Qin Xiaoxiao remarked, “Still, it was surprising that Bai Xue invited you here.”

Jiang Ling’er smiled and responded, “Surprising? How so?”

In reality, it was quite expected.

Qin Xiaoxiao inquired, “Aren’t you two love rivals?”

Without waiting for Jiang Ling’er to respond, Wen Nuan disdainfully said, “Senior Sister, do you think Bai Xue is worthy of being Ling’er’s rival?”

Qin Xiaoxiao didn’t wish to offend anyone and chose to smile without offering a reply. n/ô/vel/b//in dot c//om

At that moment, there was commotion at the entrance.

All eyes turned towards the source of the disturbance. Such a loud commotion was it Bai Xue who had arrived? The group focused their attention on the entrance.

They saw Zhu Xiaotong, elegantly made up and smiling as she greeted everyone.

Today, Zhu Xiaotong was wearing an off-shoulder cocktail dress, and her voluminous waves framed her face. The dress accentuated her figure perfectly, making her look stunning and irresistible.

Qin Xiaoxiao couldn’t help but chuckle mockingly. With such a striking appearance, she was stealing the show. Did she think that by outshining Bai Xue at an event like this, she would gain any benefits? Focusing on hogging the spotlight and eventually angering the Li family was not a wise decision.

Jiang Ling’er and Wen Nuan had assumed that Bai Xue had arrived, but it was actually Zhu Xiaotong.

The two exchanged a knowing smile; Zhu Xiao tong’s attire was far from fitting for a birthday celebration—it was more suitable for crashing the party.

Jiang Ling’er playfully remarked, “Gorgeous.”

Wen Nuan couldn’t help but smile and said, “Wait until Bai Xue sees this; her face will turn sour for sure.”

Jiang Ling’er smiled and said, “That’s not necessarily true.”

Wen Nuan took a wicked pleasure in the situation and said, “Well, one of them is going to look bad later, whichever that might be.”

Jiang Ling’er softly spoke, “If Bai Xue also wears a red dress tonight, it’ll be completely off-theme.”

Wen Nuan was momentarily surprised but then smiled meaningfully. Zhu Xiaotong came to steal the show with her outfit. Bai Xue could end up losing no matter what she wore. Wen Nuan whispered, “Ling’er, Zhu Xiaotong is coming over here.”

Jiang Ling’er nodded and said, “Yes, she looks stunning.”

Qin Xiaoxiao thought that Zhu Xiaotong would stand among a group of men, but to her surprise, she approached them directly, her chest pushed forward in confidence. Qin Xiaoxiao, dressed up seductively and coquettish herself, was just as eye-catching and attractive.

Zhu Xiaotong elegantly greeted them and said, “Xiaoxiao, dear junior sisters, you’ve all arrived so early.”

Qin Xiaoxiao smiled and said, “We’ve just arrived. Xiaotong, your dress is absolutely beautiful.”

Indeed, she praised the dress itself, not Zhu Xiaotong.

Zhu Xiaotong smiled and replied, “It’s decent; I just picked one at random. Red suits my fair complexion well.”

Zhu Xiaotong smiled with satisfaction, not caring whether they were talking about the dress or her appearance. Jiang Ling’er and Wen Nuan exchanged amused glances and didn’t say a word.

Zhu Xiaotong asked, “By the way, what gifts have you all prepared?”

Qin Xiaoxiao admitted, “1 have limited financial means, so my gift is quite ordinary. What about you, junior sisters?”

She then turned her gaze toward Jiang Ling’er.

Jiang Ling’er smiled suggestively and said, “We’ve prepared something quite valuable. The only question is whether it’ll be given.”

Zhu Xiaotong was puzzled and asked, “Is that so?”

Given Bai Xue’s connection with Jiang Ling’er, it was surprising to think Ling’er would prepare an expensive gift.

Wen Nuan smiled and said, “Miss Zhu, what about you?”

Zhu Xiaotong smiled and answered, “1 also have limited financial means, so I’ve prepared a bracelet. Honestly, 1 wasn’t sure what to get; after all, as the girlfriend of Young Master Li, she doesn’t lack money.”

With that statement, Zhu Xiaotong intended to provoke Jiang Ling’er. However, Jiang Ling’er remained composed, leaving Zhu Xiaotong somewhat disappointed. Didn’t they say Jiang Ling’er was envious of Bai Xue? There was no reaction at all.

Wen Nuan knew that Zhu Xiaotong was trying to provoke Jiang Ling’er, but she also knew that Zhu Xiaotong was jealous of Bai Xue’s relationship with Li Yan.

Wen Nuan smiled and said, “Let’s not talk about it. Since Bai Xue became Li Yan’s girlfriend, her net worth has skyrocketed. Last time, she broke a few million-dollar worth of jewelry pieces belonging to Ling’er, and Li Yan didn’t say anything. He just wrote a check.”

Jiang Ling’er burst into laughter.

Zhu Xiaotong indeed appeared somewhat displeased, to the point where she almost displayed her jealousy to everyone..