Passing through the magnificent hall, Shi Heng found VIP box No. 8 with ease.

Push open the door of the box.

The scene before him made him slightly stunned, and his brows furrowed involuntarily.

Inside the box, the lights were dim and ambiguous.

The air was filled with a faint smell of tobacco and perfume.

A group of men and women in gorgeous clothes were sitting around a long table.

There was laughter and joy, and it was very lively.

The moment Heng stepped into the box, the entire space seemed to freeze.

Today, Shi Heng was only wearing simple casual clothes.

But it failed to conceal the innate powerful aura.

His figure became more upright under the light, and his eyes were deep, as if he could see through all the secrets of the world.

Just standing there, she was already radiant.

Because of Shi Heng's arrival, the atmosphere in the box became a little subtle.

The lively conversation suddenly died down.

Everyone's eyes were focused on Shi Heng, their eyes full of admiration and awe.

They seemed to see the once powerful Shi Heng returning again.

However, amidst this admiration and awe, there are also some complex emotions.

Those who were once overshadowed by Shi Heng's brilliance.

At this moment, watching him return, I feel mixed emotions.

Shi Heng could feel those complicated gazes lingering on him.

But he completely ignored it.

His eyes swept through the crowd and finally landed on a familiar figure.

That was his childhood friend Fu Xingyao.

At this moment, he was standing aside awkwardly, as if he wanted to explain something.

But when he saw Shi Heng coming, he hurried forward and said, "Shi Heng, you're here."

There was a hint of apology in his voice.

"I know that so many people might make you uncomfortable. But today is a special day and everyone wants to get together."

Shi Heng didn't answer immediately.

He glanced around the box again.

He saw those once familiar faces, as well as those unfamiliar ones with slightly provocative eyes.

He understood that today's gathering was not just a reunion, but also a silent contest.

However, Shi Heng stood there without moving.

At this time, another childhood friend, Gu Xun, also came over.

He explained, "Shi Heng, I'm so sorry. I thought it was just a small gathering. But I didn't expect that today is Xue Wei's welcoming party. Everyone heard that you would come, so they all came along."

Shi Heng frowned slightly, but didn't say much in the end.

I just quietly chose to sit down in a place a little away from the crowd.

Next to Shi Heng is his childhood friend Si Wenjie.

Seeing him sit down, Si Wenjie nodded to Shi Heng.

"Heng, I never thought you would show up this time. I thought you would disappear without a trace as usual, leaving us old friends worried."

"By the way, is Auntie feeling better?"

Shi Heng's expression softened when he heard this. "My mother is still the same. Thank you for your concern."

Si Wenjie was just about to say something else.

At this moment, the door of the box was suddenly pushed open.

interrupted their conversation.

Two women walked in.

One of them is tonight’s protagonist, Mu Xuewei.

She was dressed in a gorgeous dress, with a beautiful face and noble temperament, like a fairy walking out of a classical oil painting.

Her long hair was tied up high, revealing her graceful neckline and a pair of exquisite diamond earrings.

She is worthy of being the number one lady in Beijing.

Every gesture shows elegance.

Following closely behind was her best friend, Qiao Xiaoran.

Different from Mu Xuewei's gorgeousness.

She chose a simple yet elegant white dress.

The hem of her skirt sways gently, like the first lily blooming in the morning light, fresh and refined.

She had a faint smile on her face, but there was a hint of sharpness in her eyes.

The appearance of the two instantly made them the focus of the box.

They stand one in front and one behind, like the sun and the moon shining together, each emitting a unique light, yet complementing each other.

The men all looked at her with admiration and respect.

The women secretly compared themselves, feeling both envy and respect.

As soon as Mu Xuewei entered the room, her eyes were involuntarily locked on Shi Heng who was sitting in the corner.

At that moment, a hint of surprise that was hard to conceal flashed in her eyes.

It’s like suddenly finding a long-lost support in the vast crowd.

She didn't expect that Shi Heng would actually come to this appointment.

But soon, Mu Xuewei returned to her usual calmness and elegance.

She greeted everyone with a smile, her demeanor showing the grace of a lady.

Then she walked straight towards Shi Heng and sat elegantly on his other side.

"Brother Heng, long time no see."

Mu Xuewei's voice is gentle and sweet, and seems to be able to melt everything.

Her eyes were full of anticipation and affection.

It seemed that at this moment, Shi Heng was the only one in her eyes.

However, Shi Heng's reaction was beyond everyone's expectations.

He just glanced at her calmly, without much emotion in his eyes.

He responded politely, "Hello, Miss Mu. Please call me by my name from now on to avoid unnecessary misunderstandings."

Although his tone was polite, it revealed a sense of indifference and alienation.

It's like greeting a stranger.

Mu Xuewei's smile froze on her face.

At that moment, her heart seemed to be pressed down by something heavy, and she felt a little breathless.

But she was a woman who had seen the world after all, and she quickly adjusted her mood and returned to normal.

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