Wen Shuqiao looked at Qu Lan with a more complicated expression, but upon reflection, she could understand it.

There must be something to gain from inviting people from outside to a welcoming banquet. Whether in this life or the past, wealthy people care the most about their reputation.

The scandal involving the real and fake heiresses is already a huge blow to the Su family.

Qu Lan said, "Don't worry, after you and Qin Sheng get married, your father and I will prepare your dowry."

She had intended to pat Wen Shuqiao, but then lowered her hand, her gaze falling on her face as she sighed softly, "You've lost weight."

Can Can was held in Wen Shuqiao's arms the whole time, so he naturally heard Qu Lan's words perfectly. Although he couldn't understand them, it didn't stop the system from understanding them.

The system stated: "To put it bluntly, it's an exchange of interests. The Su family has recently encountered some problems in the stock market, and a marriage alliance with the Qin family could help them recover somewhat."

Can Can didn't understand: [Is my aunt getting married?]

"It won't happen." The system said, "That guy surnamed Qin doesn't like Auntie, and he's always out there flirting with other women. Auntie already knows."

To be fair, although this woman was foolish, she knew that marriage was not something that could be explained in a few words, especially since she also knew the corrupt nature beneath Qin Sheng's gentle exterior.

She's just a little bit smart, but not much. Once she gets back, she'll probably become mentally twisted and torment Canbao.

The system looked at the clueless little brat and couldn't help but sigh. Recently, the woman had fattened up Canbao a bit, but unfortunately, he would soon lose weight again.

So we need to find my uncle as soon as possible!

By the way, why hasn't my uncle arrived yet?

It was already 7:30. Qu Lan gave Wen Shuqiao a few more instructions to change her clothes, and then went on stage with Su Sisi.

From beginning to end, Su Sisi never gave Wen Shuqiao a single glance.

Wen Shuqiao was also happy to have some peace and quiet.

As the banquet began, all the guests moved closer to the stage.

Just then, Wen Shuqiao carried Canbao away from the crowd. Changing clothes was out of the question, and a marriage alliance was even more impossible.

Canbao hugged Wen Shuqiao's neck tightly and asked in his childish voice, "Auntie, shall we go home?"

Wen Shuqiao nodded and said, "Yes, I'm home."

After taking only a couple of steps, she remembered something and almost forgot the important reason she had come here today.

Has the young male lead's uncle arrived yet?

She overheard something when she was carrying Can Can past that group of people. Shen Jia Zhou was coming too, and they were going to have a good chat with him later.

The Shen family has a deep foundation, but it still seeks stability in its projects. However, after Shen Jiazhou joined the Shen family in college and officially took over the company, in less than five years, the Shen family has become an unparalleled force in the industry.

Shen Jiazhou has become a rising star in the industry, and everyone wants a piece of the pie. However, Shen Jiazhou is not like the older generation who value personal relationships, and dealing with him is not so simple.

Wen Shuqiao had actually searched for Shen Jiazhou online, but the information seemed to have been processed, leaving only text; she couldn't find a single photo of him.

Therefore, Wen Shuqiao didn't know what Shen Jiazhou looked like.

Can Can lifted her head from under her shoulder: "Auntie, aren't we going home?"

Wen Shuqiao snapped out of her daze. Most people were now listening to the Su family's "speech" at the edge of the stage. She could leave now without being noticed, but if she waited until it was over and the Qin family arrived, she might have a hard time leaving.

Since the Su family has reached an agreement with the Qin family, they will definitely have a way to force her to agree. Hiding away is a good option at this time.

She's just an ordinary person; it's better to avoid trouble, especially since the biggest problem hasn't been solved yet.

Although that's what she thought, Wen Shuqiao still didn't take the first step.

She still wanted to see what Shen Jiazhou looked like, so that she wouldn't fail to recognize him if he came looking for her in the future.

Wen Shuqiao said, "Baby, shall we watch for a little while longer?"

Can Can, held by his aunt, looked at the stage and hesitated before saying, "Okay, okay."

The system in his mind, however, was puzzled: [What is this woman planning now? Could it be that she really intends to marry into the Qin family?]

I just praised her!

The system was puzzled in Can Can's mind, so Can Can asked directly, "Auntie, are we getting married?"

Wen Shuqiao's gaze was fixed on the table. The Su family was already thanking each of the guests, but she hadn't heard Shen Jiazhou's name mentioned yet.

She looked at Can Can: "Auntie isn't getting married."

Can Can tilted her head: "Then let's go home."

He snuggled into Wen Shuqiao's shoulder again. He loved it most when his aunt held him like this; it gave him a great sense of security!

Wen Shuqiao knew that Cancan wanted to go home when there were many people around, and it was already quite an achievement that she had been able to stay in this banquet hall for so long today.

It seems we won't be seeing Shen Jiazhou today.

Wen Shuqiao sighed silently to herself, "Alright, let's go home."

At this moment, the system said in Canbao's mind: "Go back, go back. You'll know you should cry when you get home! I won't save you."

Canbao closed her eyes, pretending she hadn't heard anything.

The system snorted. "Playing dead at such a young age! What will they be like when they grow up…?"

It paused for a moment, then thought, "It will definitely grow up to be a handsome and intelligent young man!"

While the system and Canbao were daydreaming, Wen Shuqiao had already carried Canbao out of the banquet hall.

No one noticed the two of them at that moment.

Wen Shuqiao carried Can Can and left the hotel discreetly. As she stepped out of the hotel entrance, the wind that blew in her face helped her regain her senses.

At this moment, Can Can also said, "Auntie, I can walk by myself!"

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