C20 Birthday Banquet

The next day, at Jing Xiaoya's birthday banquet.

Eight o'clock in the evening, at Dijue Hotel.

Although the party had only just begun, most of the guests had already arrived.

In the luxurious hall, there were more than half of Jin City's influential and well-known people gathered, drinking and wearing luxuriously under the dazzling chandelier in a lively manner.

Today, Jing Xiaoya was wearing a pale purple handmade embroidered dress. It was an ankle-length tube top dress, layered in multiple layers of transparent soft muslin with a long tail. She looked just like an angel descended from heaven.

She held her glass and walked through the crowd, greeting them one by one.

Her words and actions were graceful, calm, and courteous. Besides, she had the perfect demeanor of a lady from a distinguished family.

The surroundings were instantly filled with praises in low voices.

"This young lady from the Jing Family looks truly beautiful. She is truly worthy of being one of the top beauties in the entertainment industry."

"Of course, not only is she beautiful, but she's also smart in finding a partner! Not everyone can marry into the Moo's."

"But she's competent as well. Only debuted a few years and she's already a well-known artist. Not everyone could do that!"

"The Jing Family is truly blessed to have such an outstanding granddaughter and along with the Moo's, I'm afraid in Jin City no one can be a match for her in the future."

With discussions continued in the banquet hall, Jing Xiaoya smiled in satisfaction.

After all, being recognized by those high status people was something to be proud of.

The faces of the Jing family members present were also filled with smiles. Even Wang Xuemei could not help but feel proud when she heard those flatters.

She looked around at the guests in the hall and tilted her head slightly to ask Jing Xiaode, "Is Jing Ning here yet?"

Jing Xiaode said in a low voice, "Not yet."

Wang Xuemei frowned imperceptibly

Jing Xiaode muttered under his breath, "Mom, is she not coming?"

"I don't think so," Yu Xiulian also revealed a hint of worry in her eyes, "Ning is a person who keeps her word. There might be a traffic jam on her way here or perhaps something urgent came up? Should we make a phone call and ask?"

Jing Xiaode sneered, "What urgent matter would happen? We've told her two days ago, can't she complete it before the banquet?"

"Besides, it's not a peak hour. How could there be a traffic jam? I think she just doesn't want to attend and plan to embarrass the entire Jing Family!"

With that, Yu Xiulian forced a smile.

"Actually, if she doesn't come, the other guests won't suspect anything anyway. It's just Old Madam Yu..."

Old Madam Yu was Jing Ning's mother, Mo Caiwei's godmother. She was also the notary when Jing Ning and Moo Yanze signed the marriage contract.

The Yu Family was considered an established family in Jin City. Although their current power and status were not as strong as before, they still could not be underestimated, especially in the business world.

After all, Old Madam Yu's maiden name was Guan. Everyone in China knew that the Kuan Family in Kyoto was not someone to be trifled with.

Even though Old Madam Yu had been married for many years, she had always been in contact with the family in Kyoto, therefore, even the Jing Family could not afford to offend her.

Wang Xuemei frowned and said in a deep voice after a while, "Go and give her a call. Ask her where she is and tell her if she doesn't want to come back, don't blame me for being ruthless!"

Jing Xiaode's eyes twinkled, immediately said, "Yes," and walked to the side to make a phone call.

At this moment, Old Madam Yu walked over with her grandson, Yu Sibai.

"Why isn't my little girl, Ning here yet? I was informed that Ning voluntarily gave up on this marriage, that's why I came over and take a look. Now it looks like it's a lie, isn't it?"

With that, all of the Jing's face turned pale imperceptibly.

Wang Xuemei hurriedly put on a smile and said with a flattering smile, "How could it be? We wouldn't dare to lie to you. That kid just called us and said that she's stuck in a traffic jam. It'll take a while for her to arrive. By the time she arrives, she'll explain everything to you."

Old Madam Yu swept her gaze over them before letting out a heavy cold snort.

"It's the best to be what you've said. Otherwise, if I find out that any of you are bullying my little girl, Ning, I won't let any of you off easily. I guess none of you guys want to start a feud with the Yu Family, right?"

Wang Xuemei's smile stiffened for a moment before she nodded, "Of course we don't."

Only then did Old Madam Yu let out a heavy snort, turned around and left.

Just when Old Madam Yu left, Jing Xiaode returned with phone in his hand.

Wang Xuemei's face sunk as she asked, "How is it? Is she here yet?"

"She said she'll be arriving soon."

Only then did she feel relief and take a deep breath, "That's great then. I don't think this wretched girl would dare to play any tricks."

Meanwhile, on the other side.

Su Mu also sent an invitation card to Lu Jingshen.

"President, today is the birthday of the young mistress from Jing Family. They've invited you to attend. Do you want to go?"

This invitation had actually been sent to him two days ago, but Lu Jingshen was busy with work, and so did he. Therefore, he had completely forgotten about this matter.

Only when the banquet had begun that he remembered about this matter, so he hurriedly brought the invitation letter over for Lu Jingshen to have a look.

Lu Jingshen lifted his gaze from the desk and swept a glace over the two names stated on the invitation card.

"Will she attend?"

Without asking, Su Mu knew who he was talking about.

He quickly replied, "She will. I did see Miss Jing's name on the invitation list."

Lu Jingshen's hand, which was in the middle of signing the contract, paused. After a moment, he nodded and said, "Go prepare a congratulatory gift. We'll depart in a while."

"Yes, President Lu."

...

The people in the banquet hall were singing and dancing happily.

Only the Jing family members gradually felt uneasy.

This was because until now Jing Ning had not showed up yet.

Besides, Old Madam Yu had already sent someone to ask Wang Xuemei a few times now. However, every time she was told that Jing Ning would arrive soon.

It had been more than an hour, yet Jing Ning had not arrived. Old Lady gradually lost her patience, suspecting that the Jing Family was lying.

Just when she was about to throw a fit, she heard a commotion at the entrance.

When everyone curiously looked in the direction where the noise sounded, they gasped in surprise.

Oh my! Who's that? She looks beautiful!

Jing Ning wore a dark blue gown which looked like a starry night sky.

Her tall and slender figure accentuated her long gown perfectly. The starlight contrasted brightly from the soles of her feet to her waist which accentuated her figure even more.

Her delicate face looked stunning after putting on light makeup and her slightly curly maroon hair hung loosely on her shoulders, swaying gently as she walked.

She entered the hall and stood near the door, sweeping her gaze across the guests in the hall as she emitted an aloof and cold aura.

Some guests met with her cold gaze, causing them to feel a chill ran down their spine and had an urge to run away.

However, her face looked so attractive that even though they were afraid, they could not bear to look away, hoping that they could see for a few more seconds.