Chapter 94 Gift

From Su Man's angle, she couldn't see Xiao Beisheng's expression, but she saw Luo Yan also raised her head and looked at Xiao Beisheng.

Su Man sneered in her heart, feeling a bit like a poor little lover.

Old Madam Xiao also noticed Tao Jinmei and the others, and her smile immediately disappeared. Anyone with a discerning eye could see that the old lady did not welcome her eldest daughter-in-law.

Su Man went up to greet her. Tao Jinmei put on a fake smile and greeted Su Man perfunctorily, then turned to talk to Luo Yan.

The old lady did not give face to Tao Jinmei, and Tao Jinmei did not give face to Su Man. All the guests present saw it clearly.

Su Man knew that it was not realistic for her to lead Tao Jinmei to the table, so she politely pointed out the direction and told her where to sit. Tao Jinmei looked straight ahead and nodded arrogantly, not even glancing at Su Man, and pulled Luo Yan to the center of the table.

Su Man turned sideways to make way for them and happened to hear the guests in the seats behind her whispering.

It was nothing more than gossip about Su Man not being liked by her in-laws.

Back then, Xiao Beisheng caused a huge uproar in the city to get Luo Yan married, and it was with great difficulty that the Xiao family finally accepted Luo Yan. Who here didn't know Luo Yan's identity?

Suman maintained her official smile and continued to entertain the new guests.

She's used to it.

She had suffered even more nasty slander before.

What's this little discussion?

Tao Jinmei did not go to the seat that Su Man had just pointed out to her, but walked to the main table, the table where Old Madam Xiao was sitting.

That table was occupied by people close to Old Lady Xiao.

"Mom, I wish you good fortune as vast as the East Sea and a long life as long as the Southern Mountains." Tao Jinmei stepped forward, her seductive red lips curled up at the corners.

Madam Xiao frowned, "Today is my birthday party, you'd better behave yourself and don't cause me any trouble. If you don't mind being embarrassed, at least consider your son's face."

"Mom, what are you talking about? Although Lindong is gone, you are always like my mother. We are a family after all."

"I don't deserve it!" Old Madam Xiao looked unhappy and did not budge because of Tao Jinmei's flattery.

Tao Jinmei said, "I knew you still had some prejudice against me. So, I specially asked for Master Yun Guhong's painting to show my sincerity to you."

When she heard the name "Yun Guhong", Mrs. Xiao's eyes flashed.

Tao Jinmei caught the sudden change in Madam Xiao's expression and sat down next to her. At the same time, she quietly pulled Luo Yan to sit down with her.

The seat where Luo Yan sat was originally arranged for Su Man.

Someone nearby heard Tao Jinmei's words and came over. "Master Yun Guhong's painting?"

"Mr. Yun Guhong's paintings are so hard to come by, yet I can actually see them in a private collection. This shows how capable the renowned Xiao family is!"

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Xiao Beisheng was also at this table. When he saw Luo Yan sitting in Su Man's seat, his brows furrowed slightly, but he wanted to find out more about why Tao Jinmei also got a painting of Yun Guhong.

At that time, Su Man told him that Yun Guhong was unwilling to give the painting to Tao Jinmei.

Moreover, Su Man also prepared a painting by Yun Guhong. Now the two gifts collided, and Tao Jinmei gave the gift first, so Su Man would inevitably feel embarrassed.

He patiently continued to sit at the table.

The discussion here grew louder and louder, attracting everyone's attention.

When Su Man turned around, she saw that her seat was occupied by Luo Yan.

But neither Madam Xiao nor Xiao Beisheng seemed to think there was anything wrong. She was stunned for a moment, and the first moment she thought about was not returning to her seat, but where else could she find room for herself.

Looking around calmly on the surface, she saw Xiao Tian waving at her.

Su Man calmed herself down and walked towards Xiao Tian's table without changing her expression. She was natural, calm, elegant and generous, as if her seat had been arranged there originally.

"Sister-in-law, sit next to me."

Xiao Tian drove away the male classmate next to her. The male classmate was also very polite. When he saw Su Man coming, he immediately stood up and gave her his seat.

This table was prepared for Xiao Tian’s classmates and good friends, and the elders in her family also had connections with the Xiao family.

"Thank you." Su Man said to Xiao Tian after sitting down.

Xiao Tian was puzzled and embarrassed that Su Man's place was taken by Luo Yan. She liked Luo Yan before, and now she thinks Su Man is not bad, but it is too difficult to be caught between the two of them.

"Sister-in-law, just sit here first. Maybe my aunt will leave soon."

Su Man smiled and nodded.

Xiao Tian felt even more guilty.

She thought her aunt was very surprised as to why she brought Beisheng's cousin's ex-girlfriend to such an occasion.

Isn't this deliberately embarrassing?

My cousin's wife is really pitiful.

Fortunately, the young people at this table were lively and youthful. As soon as Su Man sat down, the atmosphere became lively. Everyone likes beautiful people, and Su Man is that beautiful scenery.

Everyone took the initiative to talk to Suman, asking her questions one after another, and everyone turned into a clear and silly curious baby.

Su Man couldn't help laughing and patiently answered their questions one by one.

Soon, the uncomfortable feeling in Su Man's heart gradually faded away.

One of her strengths is her strong adaptability.

Compared to their side, Madam Xiao's table was even more lively.

That was the world of adults, the world of fame and fortune: "Ah! The seal hidden in the lower left corner is Mr. Yun Guhong's private seal! With this private seal, the value of this painting will increase several times!"

Su Man frowned.

She just heard that Tao Jinmei gave the painting to Old Madam Xiao and Mr. Yun Guhong.

At that time, Mr. Yun Guhong refused to give the painting to Tao Jinmei no matter what. If the painting was an authentic one, it was very likely that Tao Jinmei had bought it from somewhere else at a high price.

Su Man’s only problem now is that Tao Jinmei got there first and gave Yun Guhong the painting.

If she sends it again, the effect will probably be greatly reduced.

Moreover, if you and your mother-in-law give the same gift, you never know how outsiders will view it: if you can give the same gift, it is either because of internal discord and no discussion, or you are deliberately competing and trying to make things difficult for each other.

No matter which one it is, it's ugly.

Su Man didn't care whether the Xiao family would be honored or not. Xiao Beisheng had been nice to her during this period, and she also wanted to be a good daughter-in-law of the Xiao family. This kind of consequence should be avoided as much as possible.

Su Man thought so and immediately made up her mind not to publicly present the gift at the birthday party.

If we don't make a big fuss, no one will be embarrassed.

However, she wanted to avoid the limelight, but the limelight found her. Su Man was quietly eating food here when Tao Jinmei suddenly called her: "I wonder what gift my daughter-in-law has prepared for grandma? Take it out and let everyone see it."