Chapter 176 - 100 Deservedly the number one socialite_7
The girl hastily averted her gaze, shyly bowed her head, and her ears gradually reddened.
Like a pure and bashful lily, yet like a startled deer, a hint of a smile tinged his eyes, and his voice unconsciously softened by a few degrees, "Mm, there’s always something to keep one busy. Thank you for keeping my mother company, you’ve worked hard."
In the depths of Kang Jinxian’s heart, fireworks were exploding, she was intoxicated by that tiny bit of affection he showed. At that moment, even if she had to die, she would do so willingly.
"It’s what I should do, Brother. Take care of your health; if you wear yourself out, both mother and I will feel heartbroken," she said, her voice unconsciously lowering towards the end, her tone as fetching as a kitten’s mewl.
The bowed head of Kang Jinxian didn’t allow her to see the deep whirlpool in the eyes of the man standing above her.
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Yun Ya was cleaning the blood on Cuicui’s forehead, chiding, "I wasn’t wrong when I said this before, look, it’s only been a few days, and this is already your third injury."
Cuicui grinned foolishly, perhaps pulling at the wound on her forehead, she gasped coolly and giggled, "My skin is thick and I’m not afraid of getting hurt, Miss need not worry."
Yun Ya sighed, "You must think it’s not that easy at home, there might be many unknown dangers awaiting you, do you regret it?"
Cuicui firmly shook her head, "All I know is when everyone else was driving me away, only the Miss stood up to protect me. In Cuicui’s heart, Miss is my savior."
Yun Ya laughed and shook her head, "You, calling you innocent is actually just silly."
Cuicui giggled foolishly, her mouth agape.
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Two peaceful days passed by, and it was the weekend again. Yun Shu said to Kang Jinxian, "Tomorrow is Secretary Zhou’s wife’s birthday banquet. Come with me. I’ve heard that Secretary Zhou’s son is a person of remarkable appearance and a talented student from Jingdu University. I heard he’s coming back from the Capital City specifically to celebrate his mother’s birthday. Then we’ll see what this Young Master Zhou is really like."
Kang Jinxian showed a shy demeanor at the right moment, "Mom, why talk about this? What does how good Young Master Zhou is have to do with me?"
Her face showed the bashfulness of a young girl, but inside, her heart inevitably clenched tight.
She had long guessed that Yun Shu was intent on pushing her into an arranged marriage, but what to do? No matter how good Young Master Zhou might be, she did not want to marry him, yet she would never express these thoughts, for fear it might provoke Yun Shu’s displeasure, offering her no benefit whatsoever.
She had to play the long game, and not act too hastily.
Yun Shu smiled and patted her hand, "You, really have become silly from reading too much. The most important thing for a woman is to get married. Don’t worry, Mom will pick a suitable husband for you to live happily ever after."
In truth, she had originally favored the Eldest Young Master Yan. Whether in terms of age, family background, or appearance, Master Yan was the best choice, but she had a longstanding feud with Zhuang Xiyue, who would never accept Ah Xian as her daughter-in-law. Yun Shu had thus given up on this option and after careful selection, had chosen Secretary Zhou’s son.
"Mom, I’m only eighteen. Isn’t it a bit early to talk about this? I still want to spend a few more years with you," Kang Jinxian said, her heart growing cold by half, seeing that Yun Shu’s mind was made up.
"We’re just settling it for now; marriage is still a few years away. Besides, it’s not like you won’t come back after getting married."
Kang Jinxian smiled bashfully on the surface, but beneath her sleeve, her hand involuntarily tightened.
Thinking of something, Kang Jinxian then asked, "What about Yun Ya, will she go too?"
Yun Shu’s eyes narrowed slightly, and she answered with a light laugh, "I don’t know. Why don’t you ask her? Since you’re both young, it’s easier to talk."
Kang Jinxian discerned Yun Shu’s intention and couldn’t help but laugh, "Okay, I’ll ask her."
Upon hearing Kang Jinxian’s purpose, Yun Ya couldn’t help but laugh, "Aunt Ah Xian, are you not afraid I’ll steal all your thunder if I go? After all, my title as the top socialite isn’t for nothing."
Kang Jinxian laughed and walked over to hold Yun Ya’s hand, "Although we’re not blood relatives, I’ve long considered you my own niece in my heart. We’re also about the same age, so calling each other aunt and niece seems too distant. How about you think of me as a sister and I’ll think of you as a younger sister, what do you say?"
Yun Ya inwardly thought this woman was quite an actress, such a pity to not be in show business.
"How could that be right, wouldn’t that mix up our generations? How about this: I’ll call you aunt with my mouth, but treat you like a sister in my heart, is that okay?"
Kang Jinxian instantly smiled, "That would be very good."
"Since Auntie doesn’t mind, then I’ll go. It’s been so many years since I’ve been away from Jiangzhou, and I’m also keen on meeting more people. I came back too hastily from your birthday party last time; this is a good opportunity," Yun Ya remarked.