Jiang Nuan knew she was about to cause trouble: "Is an invitation letter enough?"
"Heh..." Hong Jiyue sneered. Shorter than Jiang Nuan, she tilted her head upwards to be closer. "Jiang Nuan, you are nothing. How would the Nan family give you an invitation letter? Tonight is the welcome banquet for the Nan family's young master returning from abroad. Do you, with your status, even qualify to be here?"
Jiang Nuan frowned slightly, hating people who looked down on others the most.
Why couldn't she come to a place like this?
"The person you deem unqualified, the person holding the Nan family's invitation, you say I'm unqualified. Does that mean you run the Nan family?" She genuinely didn't know what Hong Jiyue's family did.
"I..."
"Don't use things that are none of your business to pressure others, because you are no nobler than I am," Jiang Nuan said coldly, walking inside.
Hong Jiyue stomped her foot in anger. She wanted to make a scene, but seeing the reception staff smiling and walking towards her, she forcibly restrained herself.
There would be plenty of opportunities to deal with Jiang Nuan.
The VIP passage was paved with a red carpet, guiding guests into the banquet hall. Jiang Nuan walked alone, looking at the luxurious manor villa.
Living spaces for the rich were truly comfortable!
Her phone vibrated on her arm. Jiang Nuan took it out and saw it was Nan Zhou.
[Nuan Nuan, have you... arrived?]
Jiang Nuan looked down and replied: [I have arrived.]
Nan Zhou: [/happy//spinning// I just arrived at the main entrance, where are you?]
Jiang Nuan looked up and saw the words "Yi Xiu Garden." She looked down and replied: [I've already come in, I'm at Yi Xiu Garden.]
Nan Zhou: [Nuan Nuan, I'll be there immediately. Wait for me where you are.]
Jiang Nuan: [Okay!]
After replying, she put her phone back and stood still, waiting for Nan Zhou.
Nan Zhou was wearing a light gray suit, looking sharp and imposing. He lowered his head, the setting sun casting a golden halo on his upright figure. The corners of his mouth curved into a smile, and he strode forward with a dashing gait, appearing quite eager, as if a beloved woman was waiting for him.
Two female receptionists looked at him and whispered, "Who has the third young master seen to be so happy? We haven't seen him smile like this since he returned these past few days."
"I don't know. Could it be his female companion?"
"That would be so lucky."
Mu Jiuchen and Xiao Fan had just arrived when they heard the two receptionists.
They didn't pay much attention and walked inside.
The person arriving was Mu Jiuchen. Nan Yang's assistant received the news and specifically went to the entrance to welcome him.
"Ninth Master, thank you for taking time out of your valuable schedule to come," Assistant An greeted with a smile.
Mu Jiuchen said, "The Nan family's most mysterious third young master, I'm also curious to see who he is."
"Heh heh... Ninth Master, please come in!" Assistant An was extremely happy. Mu Jiuchen's presence pleased the chairman greatly.
Hong Jiyue had already gathered some information about Nan Zhou and came specifically for him this time. As a prominent young master from Jinshi City, Nan Zhou was the prince charming in the hearts of countless women there.
She was about to go find her girlfriends to enter together when she turned and saw Nan Zhou approaching.
"Third Young Master," she called out shyly.
Nan Zhou merely nodded slightly at her, having already spotted Jiang Nuan. Before Hong Jiyue could reach him, he jogged over, not even registering what Hong Jiyue looked like.
Hong Jiyue felt awkward being ignored. She turned and saw Jiang Nuan not far away.
She chased after them and heard Nan Zhou call out, "Nuan Nuan, you're finally here."
This sentence instantly stopped Hong Jiyue in her tracks. She was shocked that Jiang Nuan was Nan Zhou's guest.
Hong Jiyue bit her red lip, consumed by raging jealousy. She had gone to great lengths to obtain an invitation letter, while Jiang Nuan was directly invited by the host.
Jiang Nuan looked at the handsome man and smiled slightly. "You personally invited me, how could I not come? Have you been feeling well recently?"
Nan Zhou shook his head slightly, putting on a pitiful expression.
Jiang Nuan was used to this behavior; he often acted like this when they partnered up.
"Nuan Nuan, not well at all. The climate here is alright, but I feel uncomfortable all over because you're not here."
Jiang Nuan: "..."
"Heh heh..." Nan Zhou smiled brilliantly, his voice clear and bright. "Let's go, I'll take you inside first. But we agreed, you're my female companion tonight, to help me fend off admirers."
"My father's intention for this banquet is to welcome me back, but more importantly, to find me a wife. But you know my personality, I like a free and challenging life, and I don't like being confined to one place."
Jiang Nuan walked forward with him.
Everyone's lifestyle was different. She, on the other hand, didn't have his unrestrained ideas. With her three babies, she only wished for a peaceful and healthy life.
Ideally, a peaceful life where she could also get rich.
This was her current dream, as she was desperately poor.
Jiang Nuan looked at the vast Nan family estate and smiled, "You've always been willful. You're of age now, isn't it good to find someone to marry and have children?"
Nan Zhou smiled meaningfully and remained silent.
If that person were you, I'd be willing, of course.
But he dared not say such words, as Jiang Nuan was precisely avoiding him because of this feeling.
"I'll see. If I find someone I like, I'll settle down and start a family."
Jiang Nuan nodded slightly, her gaze flickering slightly, and smiled, "I'll wait to drink at your wedding."
Nan Zhou gave a wry smile. "It's hard to find someone with shared feelings."
Jiang Nuan didn't respond, instead lowering her head and walking forward.
Only then did Nan Zhou look at her. Her long black evening gown perfectly showcased her tall and flawless figure, exuding an elegant and gentle demeanor.
She wore light makeup, making her features exquisite and three-dimensional. When she smiled, she shone brightly, as if illuminating the entire night sky.
It was quite different from her usual beautiful and spirited self.
"Nuan Nuan, you look beautiful dressed like this today!" he praised sincerely.
Jiang Nuan looked up at him. "Do I not look beautiful usually?"
Nan Zhou: "Beautiful, but today you are even more so!"
"When I partner with you, I always wear casual clothes, and rarely have the chance to wear outfits like this. Perhaps it's because I don't wear them often," Jiang Nuan said, feeling a bit embarrassed by his praise.
"Nuan Nuan, I haven't known you for just one day," Nan Zhou said with a doting smile. Seeing steps ahead, he politely extended his hand for Jiang Nuan to hold.
Jiang Nuan smiled slightly. "Even though I'm wearing high heels, I won't fall on steps like these, will I?"
"Yes, yes, yes, I know you're the most capable..." They walked and chatted, appearing very happy.
Hong Jiyue followed them silently. She could occasionally catch snippets of their conversation and looked utterly dejected.
Where did she get the nerve to mock Jiang Nuan just now?
How embarrassing!
Hong Jiyue glared hatefully at Jiang Nuan's retreating back. So they were this close. It was obvious that the third young master was clearly fond of Jiang Nuan.
Not far away, Xiao Fan looked at Jiang Nuan's familiar back and exclaimed in surprise, "Ninth Master, it's Miss Jiang."